Fans of “The Mandalorian” know that there are so many characters to look at, not just the adorable Grogu of David Acord. Among them is The Armorer. There is an ongoing debate about whether this female Mandalorian is a good guy or a villain. There is no resolution yet as of now, but what you can access are theories about her true colors. Find out more in this discussion. 

What Is ‘The Mandalorian’?

For those of you who do not know or are not aware of this Disney+ series, “The Mandalorian” is a space Western TV show. It is historic as it is the first-ever live-action series in the Star Wars franchise, which starts five years after the events of the movie Return of the Jedi. The story revolves around a lone bounty hunter protecting Gorgu, a Force-sensitive kid, from the remnant Imperial forces.  

Starting five years following the movie’s events, which premiered in 1983, then the fall of the Galatic Empire, “The Mandalorian” follows the story of the lone bounty hunter named Din Djarin, working in the outer reaches of the Star Wars galaxy.

Eventually, he gets hired by Imperial remnant forces to take back Grogu, but instead, he takes on an adventure to protect Grogu. While reuniting Grogu with his kin, ex-Imperial Commander Moff Gideon pursues them. Now, Moff Gideon wants to exploit the child’s connection to the Force, so the child and Djarin travel to Mandalore so the latter can redeem himself. 

This three-season show features a stellar cast, including Pedro Pascal as the Mandalorian, Gina Carano, Carl Weathers, Giancarlo Esposito, Dave Filoni, Nike Nolte, and more. 

Who Is The Armorer?

Believe it or not, the Armorer is a woman, that’s right. She came from Mandalore, led the Tribe, and was a Children of the Watch member during the New Republic Era. After the Great Purge of Mandalore, she lived with the Tribe while disguised or on a covert mission on the Nevarro planet, where she wielded weapons and forged armor for her co-Mandalorians. 

In nine ABY, the Armorer forged a brand-new armor set for Djarin using the beskar he provided. This is the reason the Armorer is a significant character in the series despite not being the main act. At this time, she stopped an altercation between the bounty hunter and another Tribe member, Paz Vizsla, where she reminded them of the way of life they were supposed to lead. 

During the aftermath of the attack on the Empire’s covert mission, she made it her goal to salvage what beskar she could from the Mandalorians who passed away. Upon meeting Djarin and his allies, she helped the hunter restock his supplies, then declared the establishment of his clan after forming his signet and embarked on a journey to return Grogu to his kind. However, he stayed behind to keep collecting the beskar, and cover up for the escape of Djarin and his allies. Upon completing these, she evacuated herself to a new covert on Glavis Ringworld, which she founded with Vizsla.

Her life adventures are pretty hectic. Furthermore, she and Vizsla were later joined by the bounty hunter, who helped them rebuild their new covert. After she made the confirmation that the hunter had accomplished his mission, the Armorer reforged his beskar spear into armor for the child, then recounted the Darksaber’s story and the Night of a Thousand Tears, which their sect had survived since they were cloistered on Concordia’s moon. 

The Armorer also trained Djarin on using the Darksaber, but their training was stopped by Vizsla, who challenged the hunter to a duel, which the hunter won, of course. The Armorer stopped Djarin from taking the life of Vizsla, asking them if they had removed their helmets. The bounty hunter said he did, and the character in discussion here claimed he was no longer a Mandalorian unless the Living Waters redeemed him.

The True Colors Of The Armorer: Theories

Alright, hearing those facts, it would seem that the Armorer is an average innocent character. However, several theories say otherwise, such as what some “The Mandalorian” fans say on Reddit. Then, there’s another popular theory involving the Rook Kast. Read on.

If the Armorer had indeed been around throughout the takeover of Maul, she would have likely been part of the Death Watch, considering that the militia’s views align with hers. Even if Maul was not officially a Mandalorian, it was probable that the Armorer was willing to sacrifice things for her to accept him as their leader since he also won the Darksaber in battle. 

Now, if the Armorer simply followed the one who wielded the legendary Star Wars weapon, this could mean her allegiance would shift to Gideon the moment he took the Darksaber from Bo-Katan throughout the Great Purge. Also, note here that the Armorer’s sudden change of heart about Bo-Katan came about just following the latter, saving the hunter and becoming the rightful owner of the legendary weapon. 

Thus. If the Armorer was an ex-Death Watch member, she could be no other than Rook Kast, a Maul loyalist. Creepy. 

Is Rook Kast The Armorer?

First, there’s a commonality between the two. Rook Kast was also a female Mandalorian warrior. However, she was known to have led the super commandos of the Shadow Collective during the Clone Wars. She, together with Gar Saxon, was behind the freeing of Maul from captivity, helping him reclaim power. They also clashed with the Separatists and later captured Count Dooku and General Grievous. 

Multiple assaults were hurled at here, but she was able to escape from them, with her joining the Siege of Mandalore, where she trapped Ahsoka Tano, but was defeated eventually. Later, following the interrogation of ARC Trooper Jesse, Rook Kast joined forces with Maul, but they were defeated, and Bo-Katan Kryze captured Kast.

The Verdict

Is the Armorer a villain? Is she Rook Kast? Though Saxon was shot dead by Ursa, Sabine Wren’s mom, in “Star Wars Rebels,” what had become of her wasn’t clear. Some theories stated she was Maul’s successor, and if she was, she might have transformed his group into the Children of the Watch. 

Note here, too, that Kast’s alliance with Maul brought Mandalore destruction, which seemed to go against the ideals of the Armorer, except when she sided with Maul and Gideon. Moreover, it is also possible that Rook Kast pledging allegiance with whoever wielding the Darksaber would explain the connection. 

However, the true ambitions of the Armorer were yet to be bared. If she were Rook Kast indeed, she would be a fitting opponent against Bo-Katan. For one, they are both former Death Watch members. 

Until today, the world has theories and speculations. Those are it for now. So, journey through the life of the Armorer to find out yourself by streaming “The Mandalorian” now on Disney+.

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