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Furthermore, Martin’s comments about the nature of storytelling—equating it more to a "fiction within fiction" that fans can interpret freely—highlight a fundamental shift. The narrative authority no longer resides in structured storytelling but seemingly in an amorphous, fan-driven interpretation.
The Fan Reactions and the Future of Star Wars
The backlash is tangible. Hardcore fans feel betrayed, viewing the era of "any story goes" as disrespectful to the saga’s legacy. Passionate communities have expressed frustration, emphasizing that canon matters deeply—not just for lore’s sake but for preserving the integrity of the stories they cherish.