10 Things We're Gonna Miss About Star Wars: The Bad Batch

Summary The unique bond of Clone Force 99 will be missed, as a true brotherhood had developed between them.

Hunter and Omega's heartwarming father-daughter relationship stood out in Star Wars as a rare healthy family dynamic in the franchise.

The distinct personalities of the Bad Batch members will leave a void in Star Wars.

Star Wars: The Bad Batch has officially ended after three thrilling seasons, and these 10 aspects of the incredible Star Wars TV show will be the most difficult to say goodbye to. The Bad Batch proved to be one of Star Wars' best TV shows, with some of the most beloved characters throughout Star Wars movies and shows. Indeed, Clone Force 99, alongside the newer addition of Omega, won audiences over with their unique personalities, senses of humor, and bond they shared.

Sadly, The Bad Batch has concluded, as The Bad Batch season 3 ending brought the series to a bittersweet close. Now that the clones' stories have wrapped up, the Bad Batch team members and the fan-favorite show will both be sorely missed. In particular, these 10 aspects of The Bad Batch are going to be the most difficult to let go of.

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10 The Brotherhood Of Clone Force 99

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The Batch Team has shared an incredible brotherhood since they were introduced in Star Wars: The Clone Wars. Although they were largely ostracized because they were considered 'defective' based on their unique abilities, and while it took some time for them to find their footing together, they ultimately grew to have one of the most significant bonds in Star Wars. While all clones were technically brothers (or sister, in Omega's case), Clone Force 99 acted as brothers, even long after the events of Order 66.

It will be difficult to say goodbye to seeing this incredible bond on screen. The Bad Batch was frequently driven by emotional, at times quite painful story arcs and took place during the Dark Times, but seeing the Bad Batch team together was heartwarming. This was especially true in light of all the Bad Batch and the other clones had been through and continued to go through during the Empire's rule.

9 The Relationship Between Omega And Hunter

Hunter And Omega's Parent-Child Dynamic Was Beautiful To See

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Omega was undoubtedly close to all the Bad Batch members, which only became more true with time, but it's undeniable that she and Hunter had a unique bond. Hunter, more than any other clone, truly became a father figure to Omega. Over the show's three seasons, this relationship developed until it was concluded in The Bad Batch finale when Hunter referred to Omega as Clone Force 99's "kid."

Hunter, more than any other clone, truly became a father figure to Omega.

Healthy family dynamics are few and far between in Star Wars, and this has been especially true for parents. With the exception of Din Djarin and Grogu, who were just confirmed to be father and son in The Mandalorian season 3 ending, in which Din Djarin adopted Grogu, parent-child relationships in Star Wars have been particularly fraught. Unlike the Skywalker family tree, though, the family relationship between Hunter and Omega couldn't have been sweeter and was even given a happy ending.

Hunter (Clone Force 99) Created By George Lucas Cast Dee Bradley Baker Race Clone

8 The Unique Personalities Of Clone Force 99

Star Wars' 'Defective' Clones Were Wonderfully Unique

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All clones are some of Star Wars' most beloved characters, from Captain Rex to Commander Cody, but the Bad Batch was special in that they each had such distinct, unusual personalities. Because each Bad Batch member had their own strengths and abilities, specially engineered in the Kaminoan cloning project, they each took on a very unique persona. Crosshair's sardonic cynicism, Wrecker's loud goofiness, and Hunter's warmth and determination will be difficult to find elsewhere in Star Wars, especially in combination with each other.

Crosshair's sardonic cynicism, Wrecker's loud goofiness, and Hunter's warmth and determination will be difficult to find elsewhere in Star Wars.

While the Bad Batch ending hinted that Omega's Star Wars future may not be over, as she was confirmed to be heading off to join the Rebellion, Hunter, Wrecker, and Crosshair are unlikely to appear again. Their absences will truly leave a gap in Star Wars that will be difficult to fill. Each character was developed thoughtfully and beautifully, and while it was nice for the clones to receive a hard-earned happy ending, it's difficult to imagine the Star Wars galaxy without them.

Related All Upcoming Star Wars Titles Omega (& The Bad Batch) Could Appear In Next The Bad Batch left Omega’s future unclear, meaning her story isn’t finished yet—so what other Star Wars titles could Omega & the Batch appear in next?

7 The Connection To The Clone Wars Era

Star Wars: The Clone Wars Was One Of Star Wars' Best TV Shows

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In addition to The Bad Batch being a thrilling show in its own right, it was also one of few lingering connections to the Clone Wars era. Specifically, as a spin-off show of The Clone Wars, The Bad Batch directly tied into previous plot lines from the fan-favorite show. Given how beloved and sorely missed The Clone Wars was, this makes seeing The Bad Batch come to an end all the more difficult.

Although the period following the Clone Wars has continued to be explored, such as in Obi-Wan Kenobi, and characters from The Clone Wars have appeared in other projects, such as Ahsoka, the clones are an integral part of the era. Sadly, with the clones' stories ending, it feels like this period is truly over. While Star Wars has proven happy to play with the timeline and move backward and forward in time in different projects, it seems unlikely that the Clone Wars will be explored again in the same way. (Although, a live-action Clone Wars show would be incredible).

6 Hearing Dee Bradley Baker's Voice

One Incredible Actor Voiced Every Clone

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Remarkably, most clones in both The Clone Wars and The Bad Batch were voiced by the same actor, Dee Bradley Baker. Because of that, Baker's voice has become an iconic one in Star Wars and is immediately recognizable. Sadly, without the confirmation of a future animated project including the Bad Batch team or other clone troopers, it seems Baker's time in Star Wars may have ended.

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If true, that would be a terrible shame for Baker, Star Wars, and viewers. Baker has been a brilliant part of Star Wars, impressively bringing countless characters to life with his voice acting chops. In fact, it's easy to miss that each member of the Bad Batch team doesn't have their own voice actor; while they may sound similar, Baker gave each character a unique, distinctive twist. Without future plans for Baker's return, his voice is truly one of the aspects of The Bad Batch that will be missed the most.

5 Not Knowing What Comes Next For The Clones

The Clones' Stories Are Truly Over

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The Bad Batch ending doesn't only mean the Bad Batch team members are unlikely to appear on screen again (with the possible exception of Omega), though. The show's conclusion also means there are no more mysteries left to be uncovered about Clone Force 99. A major part of the fun while watching The Bad Batch was trying to anticipate how certain plot points would be resolved or what would happen next in the clones' stories.

Now, while a happy ending, that anticipation and speculation are gone. That isn't to say that Star Wars will never reveal additional information about the clones; after all, Omega could very well return, which could include updates on the clones' whereabouts or even the true end of their stories if they've since passed on. However, the weekly curiosity and major cliffhangers between seasons are now over and will be sorely missed.

4 The Exploration Of The Early Dark Times

A Deeper Look Into The Early Imperial Era Was Fascinating

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One of the most exciting aspects of The Bad Batch, season 1 in particular, was the new ground it covered in the Star Wars timeline. While other shows, such as Obi-Wan Kenobi and Star Wars Rebels, have explored the Dark Times, The Bad Batch began with Order 66 and continued immediately following the events of Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith. Because of that time stamp, The Bad Batch was a thrilling look into the earliest days of the Empire and how Palpatine continued to establish his rule and exert his newfound power.

Other projects are already set to explore the Dark Times, most notably in the upcoming Andor season 2. However, the close look at the Empire and its plots that The Bad Batch offered is unlikely to exist again in the same way. Particularly because the clones still worked closely with the Empire, they offered a proximity to the early workings of the oppressive regime, which shows like Andor are much less likely to do.

3 Holding Onto Hope That Tech Might Be Alive

Sadly, Tech's Death Was Confirmed

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Perhaps the only major disappointment to come out of The Bad Batch season 3 finale was the confirmation that Tech really had died in the Bad Batch season 2 ending. Audiences had long since held out hope that, despite his fall, Tech may still be alive. Particularly because only his goggles had been found—not his body—speculation was rampant that he would make a miraculous return, as many Star Wars characters have over the years. However, those rumors and hopes were put to bed when no shocking return was revealed in the show's final episode.

While, of course, Tech will be very missed, as he already was, holding onto the hope that he would return will also be difficult to let go of. In addition to fun fan theories about when and how he would return, in a way, Tech remained alive a little longer because of this hope. With viewers expecting him to pop back up at any minute, Tech didn't feel as absent in season 3.

2 Seeing Crosshair's Redemptive Journey

Crosshair's Story Was One Of The Best In The Bad Batch

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Crosshair has been a complicated character since he was introduced in The Clone Wars, and The Bad Batch made that journey even more complex. In particular, Crosshair's willingness to kill the Jedi, including a child, during Order 66 was difficult to swallow or forgive, even when it was revealed that he was more affected by the inhibitor chip than the rest of Clone Force 99. This only became more challenging when he elected to leave his brothers and work for the Empire.

The Jedi Padawan Crosshair almost killed in the first episode of The Bad Batch was Kanan Jarrus of Rebels.

However, The Bad Batch gave Crosshair a beautiful redemption arc that was incredible to see unfold. Ultimately, not only did he return to his brothers, but he also helped Omega escape the Empire twice and reunited her with Hunter and Wrecker. Truly, not seeing Crosshair's growth and his new warmth for Omega will be terribly missed. In the end, he became a very beloved character and a true brother to the other members of the Bad Batch.

1 The Love Between The Bad Batch Family Members

Clone Force 99 Is Truly One Of Star Wars' Best Families

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Ultimately, the most painful part of The Bad Batch to let go of is the love that was so apparent among the members of the Bad Batch. Between the brotherly bonds within Clone Force 99 and the parent-child dynamic Hunter and Omega shared, the team truly became a family, and it was clear how much they loved each other. In fact, the reunion between Hunter and Omega in season 3 was one of the most touching moments in all of Star Wars because it was so clearly full of love—something that can at times be lacking in the franchise.

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In many ways, The Bad Batch was a truly exceptional, unique addition to the larger Star Wars galaxy, and while Star Wars' upcoming TV shows are exciting, none can directly replace The Bad Batch. Because of its incredible characters, place in the Star Wars timeline, and emotional significance, The Bad Batch will be sorely missed. These 10 aspects of Star Wars: The Bad Batch in particular are the hardest to say goodbye to.

Star Wars: The Bad Batch Star Wars: The Bad Batch is an action-adventure animated series set after the events of The Clone Wars, following Clone Force 99 (a.k.a. the Bad Batch.) Finding themselves immune to the brainwashing effects of Order 66, the Bad Batch become mercenaries for hire while outrunning the empire, now seeing them as fugitives of the law. Cast Dee Bradley Baker , Michelle Ang , Noshir Dalal , Liam O'Brien , Rhea Perlman , Sam Riegel , Bob Bergen , Gwendoline Yeo Release Date May 4, 2021 Seasons 3 Franchise(s) Star Wars

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