The Mandalorian Season 2

This season of The Mandalorian was a roller coaster for my emotions. Specifically the second half. I think that the first few episodes were more of an adventure thing while Din was trying to find someone to take the Child. I could not believe that it was months or a year since Din and the Child left in search of someone.

I liked that their relationship seemed to have grown more since the first season finale. He seemed to be acting more of a father than someone on a mission. Granted, he was on a mission, but he was more fatherly than last season. One example is in the beginning of the second episode when the Child was held hostage. Din said that if any harm came to the Baby, the person would not be able to hide anywhere in the universe from Din. Then, after picking him up, he asked if he was okay. Another example was when he kept telling him no when the Child kept trying to eat/eating things he should not touch.

The second half was such a joy! I thought for sure the Child was going to be left with Ahsoka Tano. Thanks to her, we found out the Child's name is Grogu. I thought that was so adorable. But, we were also told that his life was basically rough following Order 66. When she told Din she could not teach Grogu due to their relationship/Grogu's attachment to Din, I was happy because that meant the two of them could remain father and son for a little longer.

I have to admit I cried a little when Grogu was kidnapped in the following episode. Part of me, maybe all, had thought nothing would ever be able to separate Din and Grogu. I thought that because their relationship was so warm or beautiful. When that happened, I was in shock and thought Din would never be able to get his son back. I loved the ending of the following episode because the father turned Moff Gideon's own words back on Gideon himself. I hoped and figured Gideon knew he messed with the wrong man. It was like, “You (Gideon) kidnapped his son, angered the father, and now he's on the hunt for your head.” I wanted Gideon to fear Din.

This finale had me crying once again. Specifically the final few minutes. I was so happy Din got his son back. What made me cry was him having to say goodbye to Grogu and give him to Luke Skywalker. I was shocked, even though part of me hoped, Din took off his helmet in front of everyone just to show Grogu his face since the helmet was all Grogu ever knew. I saw the tears in Din's eyes when Luke was carrying Grogu away. That was completely understandable. He had to give up his son even though he did not want to. He made a promise to him that they would see each other again. I just hope and pray they do because I do not think I can go on without the father having his son back in his arms to stay.

Even though I hate the ending, I enjoyed this season. I am nervous what the rumored third season will bring. Will Grogu be in it? Will Din have completely moved on in some way to have basically forgotten about his son? Will Din be struggling to move on without Grogu? It is unfortunate we have to wait one year to find out what happens next.