Beautiful Star Wars Art Illustrates Exactly What Anakin Skywalker Would Actually Be Like as a Father
Though one romantic fan art sees their life together should Anakin Skywalker have been there to raise his daughter, he may not have seen her before he become the evil Darth Vader. Following Anakin's apparently "death," Bail Organa and his wife raised Leia on the planet Alderaan. The Star Wars films only show Leia as an adult, but the limited series Obi-Wan Kenobi examines young Leia's early demeanor. Considered as an adventurous and courageous 10-year-old full of vitality and always searching for direction is the precocious princess.
Inspired by a picture on X of Hayden Christensen showing his daughter, artist @eggdrawsthings changed the situation into Anakin and little Leia and uploaded the final work to Tumblr. Anakin is shown drinking the Jedi's take of a coffee, probably having sat in his chair for some time, posing just like the real-life picture. A young Leia draped over his leg in a normal infantile manner, as if she is bored with storing her energy in. The caption below says, "probably waiting on Padmé and Luke at the spaceport."
Leia Was Generally More Like Anakin Than Luke Was
While Leia received more of Anakin's demeanor, Luke arguably have the most hands-on connection with his father in the Star Wars films. Though the two don't communicate much in the original trilogy, leaving Leia without the moment of closure Luke gets at Vader's deathbed in Return of the Jedi, it's easy to match Leia's gestures to her father. The prequel trilogy makes very evident that Leia's direct source of outspoken behavior was her father.
Though she is a politician like her mother, Leia's direct reflection of her Jedi father is her skill at confrontation. Sadly, Leia would never really be at peace with her father's decline from favor. Luke can talk with their father and see his atonement personally, but Leia carries Anakin's misdeeds too much in her head. But that in and of itself is another link between the two: Anakin might find it difficult to pardon her father for what he has done, but then so does Leia. Though Anakin and Leia have the same fierce passion, Luke's gift for optimism reflects Padmé's unwavering belief in Anakin.
Father and Daughter Relationships
One intriguing feature of the Star Wars universe is the link between Anakin and Leia despite their little interaction in the films. Anakin's plunge into the dark side tore apart their relationship, but fans will find great resonance in their shared personality traits and destinies. The Fan Artwork depicting Anakin and Leia together, in a moment from daily life, emphasizes the possibilities of their relationship and inspires imagination and awe among viewers.
Though sadly disturbed by the events of the Star Wars story, Anakin and Leia's connection presents a potent examination of family, love, and the ongoing influence of one's past. Though tarnished by his plunge into darkness, Anakin's legacy nevertheless bears great resonance with his daughter, Leia, who inherited his will and courage. The Fan Art showing them together is a moving reminder of the ongoing power of family, even in the face of tragedy and treachery.
Investigating Star Wars's "What If"
Often providing a window into the "what if" of the Star Wars universe is fan artwork. Artists reinterpret famous situations and explore several narratives, seeing different results for the characters. The fan artwork depicting Anakin and Leia together is evidence of the Star Wars universe's ongoing appeal as well as the unbounded imagination of its adherents.
The fan art exhibits a closer awareness of the characters, their traits, and their possible relationships. It also asks viewers to contemplate the decisions the characters make and the effects those decisions have on their paths. The fan art showing Anakin and Leia together is a striking evidence of the strength of imagination and the ongoing Star Wars legacy.
