The first two episodes of The Acolyte on Disney+ introduce viewers to the High Republic era, where the Jedi are powerful and the Sith are believed to be extinct. However, the Dark Side is still flourishing, with Force-sensitive Mae being taught how to fight the Jedi by a mysterious Master. It is unclear who Mae’s Master is, with even Mae and her ally Qimir unaware of their true identity. The show’s creator Leslye Headland draws inspiration from the larger Star Wars canon for this character.
There are theories about Mae’s Master in The Acolyte, with some speculating that they may not even be a Sith. Actress Amandla Stenberg hints at the complexity of Mae’s character, who may not fit into traditional Light or Dark categories. Popular theories suggest that Mae’s Master could be Darth Plagueis or Darth Tenebrous from Star Wars lore. Another possibility is that Mae’s Master might belong to a mysterious group like the Knights of Ren, with comparisons being drawn to Kylo Ren’s helmet design.
One theory suggests that Qimir, played by Manny Jacinto, could actually be the Master hiding in plain sight in The Acolyte. Qimir is a former smuggler who is deeply involved in Mae and her Master’s activities, showing a dislike for the Jedi and their mission. Jacinto hints at more to Qimir’s character in future episodes, suggesting that he may have ulterior motives beyond survival. The possibility that Qimir could be pulling the strings behind Mae’s Master adds an interesting twist to the storyline.
Viewers might find out more about Qimir’s true intentions in The Acolyte Episode 5, but the show remains unpredictable with fresh territory for Star Wars fans. The possibility of Qimir being the Master adds a layer of mystery to the series, leaving fans eager to see how the storyline unfolds. With the show’s creator drawing from existing Star Wars lore for inspiration, the identity of Mae’s Master and the true nature of the Sith presence in The Acolyte remains shrouded in secrecy. As more episodes are released, fans will be eager to see how these theories play out.
