Representation Patterns

I choose to do Star Wars, specifically on the characters Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader.

    Luke Skywalker: 

• Luke is a boy from Tatooine, who rises to become a Jedi Knight who chooses to fight the evil in the galaxy. His character shows the class character growth as he goes through struggle and then redemption. He goes from being innocent to gaining experience from all the battles, losses, and wins and the discovery of the strength in him. A lot of people can relate to him as he mirrors the typical hero who goes on a journey.

                                  

    Darth Vader: 

• Before he became Darth Vader he was Anakin Skywalker and is one of the most complex characters throughout Star Wars. He goes from being a Jedi Knight to becoming a Sith Lord and one of the most feared in the universe. His character explores the darker aspects of wanting to have more power and ambition for more and more, which shows how a Hero can become a villain. He eventually falls and sees that there is even a slight possibility of finding light even in the darkest of times. 

Representation and Impact:

• The interactions between Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader show the forever struggle between good and evil. Luke shows that he searches for Identity, while Vader shows the need for wanting more power, and corruption. This reflects the Greater Theme of Star Wars which is the fight against oppression and the importance of personal choice. The use of both of these characters shows the themes of heroism, transformation, and redemption, making them icons throughout the Star Wars Universe.