In this video, we explore one of the most fascinating and overlooked dynamics in Star Wars: Palpatine’s lifelong underestimation of Obi-Wan Kenobi. While the Sith Lord fixated on prodigies, raw power, and the Chosen One, Obi-Wan quietly endured, shaping the future in ways the Emperor never fully anticipated. From Naboo to Mustafar, from exile to Luke Skywalker’s training, we break down how Palpatine’s dismissive view of Kenobi became a critical flaw in the Sith Grand Design. By examining key moments, including Palpatine’s own words in the Emperor’s throne room, this analysis reveals how Obi-Wan’s persistence, discipline, and alignment with the Force made him a subtle but devastating counterweight to Darth Sidious. This is not just a character study, but a deeper look at how the Sith and Jedi measure power, and why Obi-Wan Kenobi may have been a greater long term threat than Palpatine ever realized
