Moff Gideon’s return in the fifth episode of The Mandalorian’s third season has taken the series to new heights of excitement. The episode ends with the revelation that the New Republic transport carrying Moff Gideon has been attacked, and Din Djarin’s body is missing.

This suggests that Gideon has been freed from his captivity, leaving viewers wondering who could be behind his liberation and what this could mean for the remainder of the season.

Moff Gideon Returns, But Who Set Him Free?

The mysterious circumstances surrounding Moff Gideon’s release have sparked speculation among fans. The presence of a piece of Beskar, a rare metal known as “Mandalorian iron,” on the site of the ambush has led to suggestions that the Mandalorians may have played a role in Gideon’s escape.

After all, Gideon was responsible for the Great Purge of Mandalore, which makes him a prime target for revenge by the Mandalorian clan.

However, the Mandalorian warriors have a complicated history with the Empire. During the reign of the Galactic Empire, some Mandalorians fought for the Empire and wore white armor, as opposed to the traditional Mandalorian beskar armor.

The third season of Rebels introduced a group of Mandalorian warriors who remained loyal to the Empire even after its fall. It is possible that this group may have helped Gideon escape, given their shared history and allegiance to the Empire.

Another possibility is that Gideon’s loyal followers completed the design of a new generation of dark stormtroopers made of Beskar alloy while he was in captivity. This theory is supported by the discovery of a Beskar fragment on the scene of the ambush.

This piece is too large to be a weapon used by the Mandalorians, suggesting that it may be a shard of droid armor. If this is the case, then Gideon will have a powerful ally in his possession of the Dark Troopers, making it even harder for Din Djarin and the other Mandalorians to defeat him.

The Mandalorian’s latest episode has left us with more questions than answers. The unexpected twist has set the stage for a thrilling second half of the season, where we can expect to see Din Djarin face off against Moff Gideon and his allies.

Only time will tell who was behind Gideon’s release and what their motivations are. One thing is for sure – the third season of The Mandalorian is shaping up to be its most exciting yet.