Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker Final Trailer Breakdown - 14 Things Fans Need To See

1. The Emperor Advances

When it was revealed that the Emperor would be returning for the third and final film in the Sequel Trilogy, most thought he'd return as a ghost. That possibility is still distinct and much more likely than what the last shot of the trailer suggests, but still, it's worth noting how it looks as though a fully robed Palpatine is floating towards Rey in a new throne while Kylo watches on in disbelief.

Is this actually the Emperor in physical form? A clone body his spirit has inhabited? Or a hologram complete with a robe for added effect?

It's still impossible to tell at this stage, but Palpatine's inclusion in The Rise of Skywalker is shaping up to be one of the most fascinating things about the film. Alive or dead, everyone's sure happy to see him.