There is little doubt that there have been several awesome droids who were introduced in the Star Wars Universe. However, fans are now declaring that IG-11 is the best droid in the galaxy, thanks to his heroic moves in the final episode of The Mandalorian Season 1.
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In Chapter 8: Redemption, IG-11 proved that he was an all-around hero by immediately saving Baby Yoda from the scout troopers that took the Child away from Kuiil. The droid was also the only one who could help Din Djarin, carefully removing the latter's helmet without breaking the Mandalorian Creed (because IG-11 isn't considered a living being) and bandaging Din's head wound. However, the droid saved the best for last by sacrificing himself (he finally found the best time to self-destruct) and giving his companions time to escape.
That's a lot of heroic acts packed in just one episode and people are celebrating IG-11 in the best way possible.
Fans were also praising Taika Waititi, who not only provided the voice of IG-11 but also directed the epic season finale.
Although it's unlikely that we'll see IG-11 in The Mandalorian Season 2, fans believe that it was the best way to say goodbye to a truly awesome character.
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