Star Wars: Rogue One - Who Lives, Who Dies (And Why)
2. Galen Erso
As is standard with the Star Wars galaxy, Rogue One will be a story centered around a family relationship. This time, audiences will explore the father / daughter dynamic of Galen and Jyn Erso. There most likely won't be any secret family reveals this time around, but the bond between a father and daughter will be a strong undertone.
Fans have been speculating Galen's involvement with the development of the Death Star and his possible Robert Oppenheimer comparison to building a devastating super weapon. There's even a popular theory involving the flawed thermal exhaust port, which the Rebels eventually exploit to destroy the battle station, was purposefully placed by Galen for his daughter and the Rebel to use.
Fate: Dies
We all know Rogue One is going to be grim. Fans have to assume most of the cast isn't going to make it through this film and unfortunately for Galen Erso, he likely won't make the cut either. Where much of the cast will sacrifice themselves for the Rebel cause, Galen will do so for the love of his daughter. Family sacrifice is not a new theme within the Star Wars galaxy and will continue with Rogue One.