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Power. Kit Fisto reunites with his old Padawan Nahdar Vebb to recapture Nute Gunray from Grievous' lair. Instead, they discover that Gunray has escaped and they must battle their way out of the separatist leader's stronghold. It's an entertaining concept and has some good moments, but overall the plot is a bit too thin to warrant a higher rating. Kit Fisto is awesome, but I'm annoyed we won't get to learn any more about Nadhar now that he has been killed. Saying that, his execution was one of the more powerful moments of the series so far, showing how dark this family-friendly show is willing to go. Much like the previous episode did with Ventress, this episode also serves to reinforce the danger that Grievous poses, since previously he has been defeated a number of times. Overall, a solid chapter, if a bit too simple. JEDI MESSAGE "Most powerful is he who controls his own power" STORY ARC - NONE FEATURED CHARACTERS - Kit Fisto - Nadhar Vebb ...

War Crimes. Ahsoka Tano joins forces with Jedi Master Luminara Unduli as they attempt to protect Nute Gunray en route to Coruscant. Asajj Ventress made her return in this episode, proving for the first time what a truly fearsome warrior she can be when she needs to be. It was great to see the villains actually emerge victorious for once, as their constant defeats were growing tiresome. Luminara was also a highlight of this chapter, and her relationship with Ahsoka was fascinating and one that I hope will be developed further in the future. Also, Senate COMMANDOS?? SUCH a dope idea, especially with their gladiator like helmets! JEDI MESSAGE "Ignore your instincts at your peril" STORY ARC - Cloak of Darkness (2/2) FEATURED CHARACTERS - Ahsoka Tano - Luminara Unduli - Asajj Ventress - Nute Gunray - Captain Argyus - Count Dooku - Commander Gree - Yoda - Anakin Skywalker FEATURED LOCATIONS - The Tranquility TRIVIA The Treadwell droid's name is anot...

Just A Gungan. If you came into the clone wars hoping to see more of Jar-Jar Binks, then this is the episode for you. I, however, would've been more than happy for the strange Gungan to sit out this animated series, with his irritating character proving enough for me The Phantom Menace . Whilst a journey to a new world is always appreciated and I liked the idea of a suffering, poverty stricken planet struggling to choose between Republic or Separatist support, this chapter was just too empty and predictable for me. JEDI MESSAGE "Heroes are made by the times" STORY ARC - Cloak of Darkness (1/2) FEATURED CHARACTERS - Padme Amidala - C-3PO - Jar-Jar Binks - Chancellor Palpatine - Onaconda Farr - Viceroy Nute Gunray FEATURED LOCATIONS - Rodia TRIVIA The Kwazel Maw underwater monster is based on Ralph McQuarrie's design for a swamp slug creature on Dagobah for Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back (1980). A variation of the same creature ...

More Than A Droid. Anakin and Ahsoka rescue R2-D2 from General Grievous in an entertaining clone wars chapter. The episode only really kicked in when the Republic team reached the Separatist station, after which we were treated to a fun mismatch between Ahsoka and Grievous, an intense gunfight in the hangar bay and a wonderfully ridiculous but brilliant battle between R2 and his evil counterpart, R3. Whilst the formula was similar to many other Star Wars rescues, I have given this a higher rating just due to that droid battle at the end. After all, it's not everyday you see R2 in a death match on a collapsing secret station. JEDI MESSAGE "You hold onto friends by keeping your heart a little softer than your head" STORY ARC - Duel of the Droids (2/2) FEATURED CHARACTERS - Anakin Skywalker - Ahsoka Tano - Captain Rex - R2-D2 - R3-S6 - General Grievous - Obi-Wan Kenobi - Gha Nachkt  FEATURED LOCATIONS - Ruusan moon TRIVIA Thang Le designed the sto...

You Can't Replace R2. In my least favourite episode of the season so far, R2 goes missing and Anakin experiences problems with his replacement astro-droid, R3. Part of a two episode story arc, this segment offers little in either plot of substance. The opening battle in the first five minutes is the highlight, since after that it becomes immediately obvious that R3 is working for the enemy but everyone appears oblivious to this fact. The fight against the assassin droids was good fun, but ultimately this episode was too simple to be entertaining. JEDI MESSAGE "Trust in your friends, and they'll have reason to trust you" STORY ARC - Duel of the Droids (1/2) FEATURED CHARACTERS - Anakin Skywalker - Ahsoka Tano - Captain Rex - R2-D2 - R3-S6 - General Grievous - Obi-Wan Kenobi - Gha Nachkt FEATURED LOCATIONS - The Bothawui system TRIVIA The music played at the beginning as the capital ships approach one another is excerpted from Wojciech Kilar...

Sacrifice. In a highly enjoyable standalone episode, a group of clone rookies attempt to hold of a droid invasion on a distant outpost. I loved the shift in focus from the Jedi to the clone troopers in this episode. Getting to see the inner workings of an everyday clone station turned out to be far more interesting than it sounds, and the humanising of clones continues to be one of the strengths of this series. I also appreciated the realism of war, as I didn't expect so many of the young rookies to be killed in a program targeted towards younger audiences. With great action, genuinely emotional storytelling and a sense of consequences of war, this episode was another strong entry to the series. I think I may have to start being more critical in my analysis, else otherwise these reviews will all end up being pretty highly rated! JEDI MESSAGE "The best confidence builder is experience" STORY ARC - NONE FEATURED CHARACTERS - Commander Cody - Captain Rex - Ser...

All Part of the Plan. In an episode which could've been lifted straight from the live-action movies,  Anakin and Obi-Wan board the crippled Malevolence to rescue Senator Padme Amidala. Only four episodes in, I can already tell I am going to fall in love with this series. Seeing Anakin and Obi-Wan fight side-by-side once more is brilliant, as was the action set-piece centred on the jet-rail trains. I still take issue with the often cringe-inducing dialogue, but the action and plot more than makes up for it. This story-arc has been a great one to kick off the series with, and I struggle to see another one topping this in season one. JEDI MESSAGE "A plan is only as good as those who see it through" STORY ARC - Malevolence (3/3) FEATURED CHARACTERS - Anakin Skywalker - Obi-Wan Kenobi - Ahsoka Tano - Plo Koon - General Grievous - Count Dooku - Padme Amidala - C-3PO and R2-D2 - Admiral Yularen FEATURED LOCATIONS - The Kaliida Nebula TRIVIA Anakin sa...

To Be Expendable. Anakin and Ahsoka launch a desperate rescue mission after Plo Koon's fleet is ravaged by the new Separatist weapon, the Malevolence. This is the first episode I have watched as part of a story arc, and you can tell that much of this episode feels like plot set up for the rest of the arc. However, I loved seeing Plo Koon take centre stage for once, and an entertaining space battle between the clones' pod and the droid hunter was another highlight. Overall, mild character development and new intrigue kept me interested throughout and I look forward to where this arc leads. JEDI MESSAGE "Belief is not a matter of choice, but of conviction" STORY ARC - Malevolence (1/3) FEATURED CHARACTERS - Anakin Skywalker - Ahsoka Tano - Plo Koon - General Grievous - Count Dooku - Commander Wolffe - Sinker - Boost - Yoda - Obi-Wan Kenobi - Mace Windu - Chancellor Palpatine FEATURED LOCATIONS - Abregado System - Bith System TRIVIA Boost...

Larger In Mind. Yoda journeys to Toydaria to convince them to join the Republic in their war against the Separatists. This debut episode is good fun, if a bit predictable. It serves to show Yoda's skill and wisdom in all things, as he guides three clone troopers through an army of droids. It is refreshing to see the ancient Jedi master interacting with his clones for once, addressing them by name and making it clear how each one is important in their own way. It serves to humanise the otherwise identical and generic soldiers we regularly watch get mowed down by droids, pushing a renewed sense of purpose and consequences behind the war effort. The plot itself is rather bland, offering little in substance, but the message behind the episode is important and a nice, easy entrance into this sprawling series. JEDI MESSAGE "Great leaders inspire greatness in others." STORY ARC - NONE FEATURED CHARACTERS - Yoda - Count Dooku - Asajj Ventress - King Katuunko - Th...

Triumph of the Will. Michael creates a brilliant ad to compete against corporate's generic company advert. The episode is full of great one liners and funny moments, but the highlight is the warm ending where the office comes together over Michael's video, which included each of them in different ways. Dwight received some much needed good news when Andy reveals that Angela calls him 'D' in the bedroom, although she still doesn't seem close to taking him back. Overall? A fun episode with memorable moments. BEST MOMENTS MTV on crack The 'Nard Dog!! BRILLIANT! "You just got Nard Dogged!!" "Oh it has losers" Dwight's fantasy life is the very life he has! (except flight) How cute The waving! Andy's misinterpretation of necking Ryan's call from 'Eddie Murphy' Mike's Cereal Shack "Five years old... couldn't even talk yet" "How about never hundred hours sir" "I'm glad you ...

The American Dream. Michael struggles to stay afloat financially, whilst Jim and Pam spend a night at Schrute Farms. Both sub-plots in this fourth and final (for now) two part episode were enticing and hilarious, particularly seeing Michael working another office job (where he is LOVED and popular! OF COURSE he is!). The comedy was also strong in Schrute Farms, and seeing three of the core characters outside of the office environment allowed for extra emotional depth. In fact it was the emotional strength of this episode that struck me the most. Watching Jim attempt to help Dwight through a difficult break-up was a heartfelt and beautiful moment, which felt REAL. I actually got quite emotional myself during this scene as it dug up memories of my own. The closing scene with Jan talking Michael down out from his panic attack was another moving moment and the first time I kind of liked Jan. My only hope is that Dwight is able to move on soon, and I am looking forward to shorter epis...

Class 2 Felony Charge. The Scranton branch celebrate the launching of Dunder Mifflin Infinity. The first half of this bumper episodes was undoubtedly the better part, filled with much more laughs as Michael prepares in chaotic fashion for the big party. When the pizza boy was being held hostage was when the episode began to lose me however. Jim and Pam's moment was supposed to be all sweet, but I found it tacky and a bit too cheesy to be believable. Meanwhile, seeing Dwight become more and more depressed is saddening, but it is important character development for the couple and hopefully Angela learns to forgive him eventually. All in all this episode was entertaining, but the weakest instalment in this fourth season so far. BEST MOMENTS Michael misinterpreting the reactions of the team Andy "OH COME ON!" "Some days I am just on fire" Brain Grandchild STANLEY DANCING!! "Buying paper just became fun!" Lunch Party "Easy booster sea...

Life and Business. Ryan returns to Scranton to implement the new Dunder Mifflin website, which prompts Michael into panic mode as he believes he could lose his job for being too old. Michael's sections in the episode were the weakest parts this time around, with his gift basket sketches falling flat on a number of occasions. The best parts was seeing Ryan interacting with all his old coworkers. He is now such a cocky, irritable b*stard and it adds spice to the office environment. Kelly trying to win back her old flame was amusing, as were Creed's attempts to be young, but ultimately this episode felt week when compared to its predecessor. Character development continued but at the expense of good comedy. BEST MOMENTS Toby's 'fun little way' of congratulating Jim and Pam haha "Pam is the office mattress" - SAVAGE from Angela! "You might want to trim it a little" Kelly dressing up all nice for Ryan's return "He killed an ent...

Triumphs of the Human Spirit. Season 4 kicks off in grand fashion with a brilliant two-parter, in which Michael organises a fun run to support Meredith after he hits her with his car (a HILARIOUS moment). Jan and Michael it seems are now living 'domestic bliss', although clearly their toxic relationship cannot be sustained for long. It was initially frustrating to learn that Jim and Pam hadn't hooked up, although that smart trickery was a welcome addition to the episode. I hope they don't spend too long sneaking around pretending they aren't together however because their fake acting can often be cringe-inducing. Meanwhile, the saddest new development was the splitting of Dwight and Angela, after the former killed the latter's ill cat. I was honestly shocked that Dwight would do something so cruel considering he knows how much Angela values her cats. The show appears to be setting up an Angela/Andy relationship, which I hope doesn't develop as her and D...