The story of Rey and Supreme Leader Snoke is a key part of the sequel trilogy in the Star Wars saga. Daisy Ridley plays Rey, the mysterious scavenger from Jakku, while Andy Serkis portrays Snoke, the enigmatic and menacing Supreme Leader of the First Order. Their connection unfolds across The Force Awakens and The Last Jedi, delving into manipulation, temptation, and power.
Rey’s Journey Begins
Rey’s journey begins on Jakku, a desolate planet where survival defines daily life. The discovery of BB-8 and the meeting with Finn set the path in motion. The scavenger unknowingly carries a strong connection to the Force. The awakening of this power catches the attention of Snoke, the Supreme Leader of the First Order.
Kylo Ren, the apprentice of Snoke, senses Rey’s emerging presence through the Force. This moment triggers the Supreme Leader’s interest in Rey. Snoke becomes aware of an untrained yet powerful Force-sensitive individual. The Supreme Leader believes this new presence could disrupt his plans to consolidate power in the galaxy.
The First Encounter
Snoke orchestrates events that bring Rey to Starkiller Base in The Force Awakens. Captured by Kylo Ren, Rey is interrogated using the dark side of the Force. Snoke watches this moment through the Force. The interrogation reveals the strength of Rey’s connection to the light side. This discovery surprises both Snoke and Kylo Ren.
Snoke orders Kylo Ren to bring Rey before him. However, Rey’s unexpected abilities allow an escape. The confrontation with Kylo Ren demonstrates the Force’s undeniable pull within Rey. This initial encounter establishes the Supreme Leader’s desire to uncover the truth behind Rey’s potential.
Manipulation and Temptation
In The Last Jedi, Snoke’s interest in Rey grows deeper. The Supreme Leader uses a Force connection, later revealed to be a Force bond, to link Rey and Kylo Ren. Through this bond, Snoke manipulates both individuals. Rey begins to sense conflict within Kylo Ren. The Supreme Leader, however, intends to use this connection to lure Rey into his presence.
Rey, seeking answers about the Force and her role in the galaxy, believes Kylo Ren can be redeemed. This belief leads her to willingly approach Snoke, hoping to turn the Supreme Leader’s apprentice back to the light. Snoke seizes the opportunity to manipulate Rey, claiming to know the answers to her deepest questions. Promises of revealing Rey’s lineage and ultimate purpose in the Force are used as tools to tempt her.
The Throne Room Confrontation
The pivotal moment between Rey and Supreme Leader Snoke occurs in the throne room scene in The Last Jedi. The Supreme Leader mocks Rey’s belief in Kylo Ren’s redemption. Snoke boasts about orchestrating every step of their connection, reinforcing his dominance through the dark side of the Force.
Snoke uses the Force to immobilize Rey, demonstrating complete control. The Supreme Leader demands Rey to reveal the location of Luke Skywalker. Snoke’s obsession with eliminating the last Jedi blinds him to the conflict growing within Kylo Ren.
When Snoke commands Kylo Ren to strike Rey down, the Supreme Leader underestimates his apprentice. Kylo Ren betrays Snoke, using a lightsaber to kill the Supreme Leader. This act frees Rey and ignites a climactic battle between the throne room guards, Rey, and Kylo Ren. Snoke’s death marks a turning point in Rey’s journey and the power dynamics of the First Order.
The Legacy of Snoke and Rey’s Path Forward
Snoke’s relationship with Rey shapes a significant part of the sequel trilogy. The manipulation, conflict, and eventual betrayal highlight Snoke’s failure to fully understand the complexities of his apprentice and Rey’s resolve. The Supreme Leader’s influence casts a long shadow over Rey’s decisions and her evolving role in the galaxy.
The origins of Snoke are later revealed in The Rise of Skywalker. Palpatine created Snoke as a puppet to control events from the shadows. Despite this revelation, the interactions between Snoke and Rey remain a crucial part of the trilogy. Snoke’s attempts to manipulate Rey through the dark side reflect the ongoing struggle between the light and dark forces in the Star Wars saga.
