10 Signs Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker Is Ripping Off Harry Potter

10. Death Of The Loyal Pet

The droids are one of most recognizable, and memorable members of the Star Wars universe. Which is why it yanked on a lot of heartstrings when one of the trailers showed C-3PO appearing to say his final goodbyes. The speculation and theories surrounding this moment have been rampant and predictably wild, including a suggestion that he might actually be undergoing a complete reset to recover his memory files deleted in Revenge of the Sith.

But for now, the easiest interpretation is that the fan-favorite galactic translator has reached the end of his road. This draws comparisons with another famous message bearer who lost his life in the final installment of a franchise. In Death Hallows, or Deathly Hallows Part 1 for the movies, Harry’s snowy white owl and first real companion, Hedwig, throws himself into the line of fire to protect his master.

The scene was utterly heartbreaking and perfectly captured J.K. Rowling’s depictions of true, honest friendship and the sacrifice needed for standing up against evil. If this is indeed C-3PO’s fate in Rise of Skywalker, then rest assure the outpouring of emotion will be just as overwhelming.