The Acolyte season 1’s ending wrapped up lingering mysteries, raised new ones, and left the shadow of Darth Vader and the dark side looming over the High Republic Era. After The Acolyte episode 7’s ending answered exactly what happened on Brendok, eyes immediately turned to the season finale. The show needed to wrap up the destinies of Osha and Mae, explain more about Qimir’s motivations and his ties to the wider Sith organization, conclude the tragic story of Master Sol, and explain Vernestra Rwoh’s connections to the entire ordeal.