The latest episode of The Mandalorian Season 3, “Chapter 22: Guns for Hire,” has sparked excitement among fans with the potential return of Axe Woves and Koska Reeves. Directed by Bryce Dallas Howard, who also directed Varnado’s first appearance in “Chapter 11: The Heiress,” the episode reveals that the Mandalorian faction once controlled by Bo-Katan is now based on Plazir-15, with Axe Woves leading the Nite Owls and Koska Reeves not far behind.

While the episode only hinted at their return, it left fans eagerly anticipating more appearances from the beloved characters. The Star Wars franchise also welcomed new additions in this latest chapter, including surprising appearances from Lizzo (Hustlers) and Jack Black (School of Rock), as well as the highly anticipated debut of Christopher Lloyd (Back to the Future).

However, the fate of Carano’s Cara Dune remains uncertain. The Marshal of the New Republic was confirmed to have joined a special forces unit, leaving Nevarro behind. Carano was previously set to lead her own Star Wars series, Rangers of the New Republic, before her firing. It’s unclear how her departure will affect the series, but her former Rebel shock trooper role could potentially be taken over by Paul Sun-Hyung Lee’s Carson Teva after his discovery of the vessel carrying Moff Gideon. Only time will tell.

Axe Woves and Koska Reeves, on the other hand, have already established themselves as fan favorites. While the information provided about them in the episode is limited, their previous appearances give insight into their characters and potential storylines in the upcoming season.

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Axe Woves, played by Simon Kassianides, first appeared in “Chapter 11: The Heiress,” where he aided Bo-Katan and the Mandalorian in their mission to retrieve weapons from an Imperial freighter. As a former member of the Imperial Super Commandos, Axe Woves’ defection to the Mandalorian cause is an intriguing backstory that could be explored further in the upcoming season. Additionally, his leadership of the Nite Owls and his close relationship with Bo-Katan suggests a strong bond between the two characters that could be further developed.

Koska Reeves, portrayed by Mercedes Varnado (also known as WWE wrestler Sasha Banks), made her first appearance in “Chapter 11: The Heiress” alongside Axe Woves. She is a member of the Nite Owls and also fought alongside Bo-Katan during the Purge of Mandalore. Reeves is a skilled fighter and has demonstrated her loyalty to the Mandalorian cause, making her an interesting character to follow in the upcoming season.

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In conclusion, the latest episode of The Mandalorian Season 3 has left fans excited for the potential return of Axe Woves and Koska Reeves. While their roles in the upcoming season remain unclear, their previous appearances suggest interesting backstories and relationships that could be further explored. As for the fate of Cara Dune and the future of Rangers of the New Republic, only time will tell.