Andor Season 2 takes a bold step by exploring the harsh realities of combat and its psychological impacts, particularly through the character of Bix. Following a traumatic assault by an Imperial lieutenant, Bix experiences severe PTSD symptoms, prompting her to self-medicate. This marks a significant moment in Star Wars canon, as it's the first portrayal of a character grappling with mental health issues and coping mechanisms. The series confronts previously unexplored narratives around trauma and abuse of power within the franchise's lore, challenging the traditional perception of war's consequences.
This is the first instance in Star Wars canon of a character self-medicating to deal with post-traumatic stress.
It's a hard scene to watch, and it led fans to wonder if sexual assault should even exist in Star Wars.
But every time we've seen PTSD before, it's always been shown as something that just happens, a side effect of the Star Wars themselves.
Unfortunately, abuse of power like that is too common in combat scenarios, and it understandably traumatized Bix.
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