Rey (Daisy Ridley) exploded into theStar Warsfranchise as the leader of the sequel trilogy.

While Rey’s entire arc was fascinating to watch, there were several key moments where she stood out.

The best Rey moments highlight everything that made the character so lovable during her tenure.

Rey prepares to vault over a TIE fighter in the desert of Pasaana in Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.

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In this final chapter of the sequel trilogy,she wields Force lightning and is able to direct it.

This ability to combine these two highlights what a skilled wielder of the Force Rey is.

The two often found themselves being more similar than either cared to admit.

Daisy Ridley as Rey holds up her hand, using the Force in Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.

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Both had immense talent, and they each had a powerful relationship with the Force.

Nowhere is this more evident than when he connects with Rey through the Force.

This ability to connect with someone she could have easily hated highlights the strength of her character.

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In the riveting conclusion of the landmark Skywalker saga, new legends will be born-and the final battle for freedom is yet to come.

One of these is when she rescues a tangled BB-8, who is droid-napped by Teedo.

This is a powerful moment for Rey because it highlights how resourceful she is…

The scene in Snoke’s throne room where they team up is one such moment.

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Deciding to fight alongside Kylo Ren is a reflection of recognizing the bond between each other.

Deciding to fight alongside Kylo Ren is a reflection of recognizing the bond between each other.

…Audiences can see that Rey is someone who is fiercely independent…

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It is also heartbreaking to see how hard she works, alone and with no support.

4Rey’s Lesson With Leia Organa

Carrie Fisher’s final scenesin theStar Warsfranchise are deeply emotional.

Every scene she is in is a chance to reflect on the force of nature she was.

Daisy Ridley and Adam Driver facing each other in Star Wars: The Last Jedi.

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This scene is a brilliant reminder of the fact that without Leia, there would never have been Rey.

However,Rey persists in insisting that Luke mentor her.

Rey is able to summon a lightsaber, even after having no formal training in wielding one.

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This moment is proof beyond a shadow of a doubt that Rey has a deep connection to the Force.

Additionally, this moment highlights how willing Rey is to fight for what she believes in.

This is another example of a moment where Rey could have run away.

Daisy Ridley as Rey helps BB8 who is in a net in front of a large animal in Star Wars: The Force Awakens.

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Instead, she stands and fights a villain who fights for an imperial society.

After being taunted by Kylo Ren and being restrained, she finally frees herself with help from her allies.

This highlights the inner strength Rey has, which makes her formidable.

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A physically and mentally weaker character would not have been able to carry on after such a brutal imprisonment.

This highlights the inner strength Rey has, which makes her formidable.

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Rey (Daisy Ridley) and Finn (John Boyega) run toward the Millenium Falcon in Star Wars: The Force Awakens.

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Rey and Kylo Ren stand back-to-back, preparing to fight a number of guards in ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’.

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Daisy Ridley as Rey loads things into a net carried by a large animal in Star Wars: The Force Awakens.

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General Leia embraces Rey in Star Wars: Episode IX - The Rise of Skywalker.

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Luke Skywalker teaches Rey how to commune with the Force in Star Wars: Episode VIII - The Last Jedi.

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Rey (Daisy Ridley) trapped and guarded by a stormtrooper in Star Wars: The Force Awakens.

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