Obi-Wan Kenobi: Actually, I just received word that Anakin has found the remains of Master Plo’s fleet and is searching the debris for survivors.
Senator Palpatine: On whose authority has he done this?
Obi-Wan Kenobi: His own, I’m afraid.
Where does this quote come from? (Source)
This quote comes from a TV series ‘Star Wars: The Clone Wars’. The scene where this moment comes from is in Season 1 Episode 2, with the title of ‘Rising Malevolence’ (1×02). The series is part of the Star Wars universe, set between the prequel movies Episode II and III. The series The Clone Wars is produced by Lucasfilm and currently distributed on Disney+.
- TV Series: Star Wars: The Clone Wars (2008)
- Season: 1
- Episode: 2
- Episode Name: Rising Malevolence
- Production: Lucasfilm (Disney+)
Why we collected this quote
We chose this quote because it highlights the ongoing tension between Anakin’s heroism and his disregard for authority. It also shows Palpatine’s early, subtle interest in Anakin’s “unauthorized” activities.
What does this quote mean? (Meaning & Context)
Anakin has gone off-radar to search for survivors of Plo Koon’s fleet. When Palpatine questions who allowed this, Obi-Wan has to admit that Anakin is acting on his own initiative, illustrating his independence from the Council’s strict rules.
Fun facts & Trivia
This scene further emphasizes the relationship between the three men, with Palpatine carefully monitoring how far Anakin is willing to push the boundaries of Jedi discipline.
