Did Obi Wan know about Anakin and Padme?

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I. Summary of Tribunal Proceedings

Our Jedi Tribunal gathered to assess a matter of significant relevance to our Order: the clandestine relationship between Anakin Skywalker and Padme Amidala, and whether Obi-Wan Kenobi possessed knowledge of this relationship. The question is of particular importance given the implications it holds for our understanding of attachments and the adherence to the Jedi Code.

II. Evidence Suggesting Obi-Wan Kenobi Knew About the Relationship

The tribunal has gathered and evaluated a variety of evidence that may suggest Obi-Wan Kenobi had knowledge of Anakin Skywalker's relationship with Padme Amidala.

Firstly, we examined the strong bond that existed between Master Kenobi and Skywalker. Given their close camaraderie and mutual trust, it is possible that Kenobi might have had ample opportunities to detect changes in Skywalker's behaviour or emotional state that could be associated with a romantic relationship.

Secondly, our tribunal considered Kenobi's interactions with Senator Amidala. There were several occasions where Kenobi and Amidala found themselves in each other's presence alone, providing potential opportunities for Kenobi to notice subtle indications of their relationship. Further, as a Jedi, Kenobi's heightened sensitivity to emotions and feelings might have allowed him to sense hidden emotions between Skywalker and Amidala.

Lastly, we reviewed specific instances that may imply Kenobi's knowledge of the relationship. Notably, during Kenobi's conversation with Padme in Episode III, he revealed that he was aware of her pregnancy, which might suggest knowledge of the father as well. Moreover, Kenobi's subtle warnings to Anakin about attachment and adherence to the Jedi Code could also indicate his awareness of the relationship.

At the end of this section, we acknowledge that while the evidence presented is compelling, it is largely circumstantial and necessitates further deliberation and analysis.

III. Evidence Suggesting Obi-Wan Kenobi Did Not Know About the Relationship

Our tribunal also examined evidence suggesting that Obi-Wan Kenobi was not privy to the relationship between Anakin Skywalker and Padme Amidala.

We evaluated the implications of the Jedi Code's explicit prohibitions against attachments. Given Kenobi's established commitment to the Code, he could have been inclined to overlook or dismiss signs of Anakin's relationship with Padme. The severe potential consequences for Anakin and Padme if their relationship was discovered would also likely have motivated them to maintain utmost secrecy.

Next, we considered the absence of direct confrontation or acknowledgement of the relationship from Kenobi. Despite several opportunities, Kenobi did not confront Anakin about his relationship with Padme until his conversation with her in Episode III, suggesting he may not have been aware previously.

Finally, we reviewed Anakin's own efforts to conceal the relationship. Instances of Anakin actively deceiving Kenobi or taking steps to hide the relationship were noted. Furthermore, Anakin's own fears regarding the discovery of his relationship suggested a high level of caution and secrecy, which could have successfully kept Kenobi in the dark.

IV. Determination

In conclusion, our tribunal has considered evidence both for and against Obi-Wan Kenobi's knowledge of Anakin's relationship with Padme Amidala. Both sides of the evidence are largely circumstantial, yet compelling.

However, the evidence suggesting Obi-Wan did not know about the relationship is more plausible, given the severity of the Jedi Code's prohibitions against attachments and the corresponding potential consequences, which would have motivated Anakin and Padme to keep their relationship a secret. Furthermore, the lack of any direct confrontation or discussion about the relationship from Kenobi until his conversation with Padme in Episode III supports this conclusion.

Therefore, based on the available evidence, it is most likely that Obi-Wan Kenobi was not aware of Anakin Skywalker's relationship with Padme Amidala until a late stage.

In making this determination, we have endeavored to consider all evidence with balance, objectivity, and wisdom, in accordance with the Jedi way