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Adding fuel to the fire was the revelation that Dave Filoni, the executive leading much of the creative vision, received a promotion amidst these lukewarm reception. Filoni was already serving as the executive creative director; his new title as Chief Creative Officer does not come with additional responsibilities but seemingly consolidates his influence over the franchise's creative direction. This move has been met with skepticism, particularly as fans associate Filoni's live-action ventures with the perceived decline in quality from the earlier, beloved animated series.