Jannah, played by Naomi Ackie, was a fierce warrior who once served the First Order before breaking free. Born into service as a stormtrooper, she was designated TZ-1719 and trained from childhood to follow orders without question. But when given the command to fire on innocent civilians, Jannah and her entire unit refused, choosing to desert instead. Escaping to the ocean moon of Kef Bir, she became the leader of a group of fellow defectors, living off the land and preparing for the day they could fight back. That day came when the Resistance arrived on their shores, bringing an unexpected ally—BB-8.
A Chance Encounter on Kef Bir
The war against the First Order had reached its breaking point. The Resistance was on the verge of launching its final assault on Exegol, the hidden stronghold of the Sith Eternal. In their desperate search for a wayfinder, Rey, Finn, and Poe Dameron traveled to Kef Bir, where they encountered Jannah and her people.
Finn quickly bonded with Jannah, realizing they shared the same past. Both were former stormtroopers who had broken free from the First Order’s control. But while Finn had joined the Resistance, Jannah had remained in hiding, waiting for an opportunity to strike. That moment had finally arrived.
BB-8, the astromech droid that had been Poe Dameron’s trusted companion throughout the war, also found an unexpected connection on Kef Bir. BB-8 had always been more than just a droid. Loyal, resourceful, and incredibly brave, it had helped the Resistance survive against impossible odds. But on Kef Bir, BB-8 discovered a new companion in Jannah.
The warrior and the droid quickly formed a bond. BB-8’s advanced systems and tactical knowledge proved invaluable to Jannah and her riders. While Jannah had spent years mastering survival on the wild terrain of Kef Bir, BB-8 introduced new ways to think about battle strategy. The droid analyzed First Order tactics, helping Jannah and her people understand their enemy better than ever before.
Preparing for War
Jannah and the riders of Kef Bir had the heart of warriors, but their weapons were limited. Unlike the Resistance, they had no starfighters, no advanced technology—only their skill and determination. BB-8, however, provided a much-needed advantage.
The droid used its scanning capabilities to map out possible First Order landing zones and pinpoint weak spots in enemy armor. With its extensive database of Resistance battle tactics, BB-8 helped Jannah and her team refine their strategies. The warriors learned how to strike fast, sabotage enemy defenses, and create chaos within the First Order’s ranks.
BB-8 also played a key role in connecting Jannah’s forces with the Resistance. Poe Dameron, Finn, and the others needed allies, and Jannah’s fighters were exactly what they needed. The droid helped relay messages between the groups, ensuring they could coordinate their assault on Exegol.
As Jannah and the others prepared for battle, BB-8 remained by her side. The bond between the warrior and the droid had grown strong. Both had fought against the First Order in different ways, and now, they would fight together.
The Assault on the Star Destroyer
When the Resistance launched its attack on Exegol, Jannah and BB-8 were at the forefront of the battle. Alongside Finn and the other riders of Kef Bir, they stormed a First Order Star Destroyer, riding their Orbaks across the hull in a daring assault.
BB-8 played a critical role in the mission. The droid used its slicing skills to disable key enemy systems, shutting down turrets and scrambling the ship’s communications. Jannah, armed with her energy bow, led the charge against the First Order forces stationed on the Star Destroyer.
The mission was dangerous. The Sith Eternal’s fleet was vast, and their forces were overwhelming. But Jannah and BB-8 refused to back down. With every system the droid disabled, the Resistance gained an edge. Jannah and the others planted explosives, weakening the warship from within.
As the battle raged on, BB-8 managed to access the ship’s main control panel, sending a critical signal to the Resistance fleet. The droid’s actions ensured that the enemy’s defenses collapsed, allowing the Resistance forces to overwhelm the Sith Eternal’s armada.
The Fall of the First Order
The destruction of Exegol and the Sith fleet marked the end of the First Order’s reign. Supreme Leader Kylo Ren had fallen, and the Resistance had finally won. But for Jannah, the fight was far from over.
After the battle, Jannah continued her search for her origins. A conversation with Lando Calrissian hinted that her past may hold answers, but where that journey would lead remained unknown. BB-8, meanwhile, returned to Poe Dameron’s side, ready to embark on new missions.
Despite parting ways, the connection between Jannah and BB-8 was not forgotten. In the fight against the First Order, they had become allies, proving that even the smallest allies could make a difference in a war that spanned the galaxy.
Legacy
Jannah and BB-8’s partnership may have been brief, but it played a key role in the Resistance’s final victory. Jannah, once a stormtrooper without a name, became a warrior who helped bring down a tyrannical regime. BB-8, a droid that had already been through so much, continued to inspire hope in those who fought for freedom.
The galaxy entered a new era, but conflicts would always remain. Jannah’s journey had only just begun, and BB-8’s adventures were far from over. Whether on the front lines of battle or in the quiet moments between wars, the warrior and the droid had proven that even the most unlikely friendships could change the fate of the galaxy.
