Could Star Wars: The Last Jedi contain not one, but two Force apprentices turning their backs on their teachers and going rogue? If that last trailer was anything to go by, such a twist may not be as crazy as it sounds.The second trailer was jam-packed was seemingly spoiler-y reveals, from Finn's epic-looking showdown with Captain Phasma to the most meme-worthy Porg you could ever hope to see. We won't know just how much of the film's plot was actually revealed until Episode VII hits theaters in December, of course, though director Rian Johnson's recent comments about how much of a say he has in the marketing campaign are certainly of some comfort. Nevertheless, fans will be pouring over every second of footage for weeks to come, hoping to catch something everyone else missed and perhaps crack the mysteries surrounding the most highly anticipated movie of 2018.If you've been keeping up with the big screen adventures in the Star Wars universe over the years, you're more than aware that Force users aren't always the most loyal folks around. From classic allegiance swaps like Anakin Skywalker to more recent switcheroos like Kylo Ren, the galaxy far, far away appears to be a breeding ground for betrayal. One of the more popular fan theories surrounding The Last Jedi has been the possible reveal that Luke Skywalker himself will turn to dark side...or that he already has. While the idea of Star Wars' greatest hero following in his father's footsteps and breaking bad is a disconcerting thought for many, it's not entirely out of the question at this point. But based on what we've seen so far, the fact that Luke abandoned the galaxy during the rise of the First Order will probably be the worst thing we'll learn about him in this new trilogy. A more likely scenario (and one that would make a lot more sense in the context of the story) is the possibility that his new pupil Rey could turn against him, and that her current arch-nemesis Kylo Ren may follow suit. Hell, they might even team up.

Why Rey Could Turn Against Luke

Mark Hamill as Luke and Daisy Ridley as Rey in Star Wars The Last Jedi

We've known for some time now that Luke Skywalker's exile was self-imposed, so the fact that he isn't too eager to take on a new Padawan and potentially restart the Jedi Order isn't exactly a shocker. After seemingly getting past this reluctance and lending Rey a bit of sorely needed Force guidance, Luke gets a better sense of the raw power his new companion possesses ” and it scares the hell out of him. The fear of repeating the same mistakes he made in the past with Kylo Ren could well lead to him rejecting her, refusing to take their training any further.

Of course, the real source of the Rey will be tempted by the dark side' fire stems from the final frames of the latest trailer, which may be looking to mislead fans by directly implying that her apparent rejection by Luke leads her to seek out Kylo Ren for guidance. It's almost certainly not going to be quite that straightforward; after all, this is the guy that super recently killed the closest thing she's ever had to a father figure (RIP Han Solo). Rey's seen the evils that the First Order is capable of first-hand, so it's hard to imagine that she'll be looking to sign up with these guys any time soon. Also, upon closer inspection, that extended hand bit at the end looks to be a clever bit of editing on the marketing team's behalf, but nothing more. Rey and Kylo's respective backgrounds don't seem to line up, but hey, that's just our take.

Still, Luke's rejection is a dangerous one. And beyond that, it's also possible that Rey picks up on the aging Skywalker's faults, recognizing that his way may not be the best way. Sure, his resume does sport œdirectly responsible for the fall of an evil empire, but that was decades ago. He hasn't exactly been a glowing beacon of hope in the years since. Unless The Last Jedi provides a really good explanation for why Luke sat back and watched the First Order take over the galaxy, Rey has more than enough reason to turn her back on the fallen Jedi and look to forge her own path.

Star Wars Snoke and Kylo Ren

Why Kylo Ren Could Turn Against Snoke

Kylo Ren has been a conflicted figure since we first met him in The Force Awakens. While he may have hoped that œthe pull to the light he was feeling would dissipate once he offed his dear old dad, it's clear that the leader of the Knights of Ren isn't a lost cause just yet.

There were two obvious takeaways from this trailer, Kylo-wise: he had another temper tantrum ” complete with œLet the past die voiceover ” which led straight into him hesitating to pull the trigger on a blast intended to take out his mother, General Leia. (Seriously, don't you friggin' dare, Rian Johnson. We will riot if need be.) Following that, of course, was his potentially-game-changing-if-it-was-real-but-it-probably-wasn't extended hand to Rey at the very end. Cheeky trailer editing may be at hand with both of the big Kylo moments here, but the fact remains that if there was ever a convertible dark side user, it's this guy.

His destroyed helmet from April's teaser was confirmed to be a victim of his own rage fit in this trailer (the shared backgrounds check out), though it may also be a sign that he's looking to leave his pursuit of his grandfather's accomplishments behind him. No longer worshipping a dead Sith Lord isn't a huge step in the right direction, but it's better than nothing, right? Between that and deciding not to kill his only remaining parent (again, we are prepared to riot on this one), Kylo may finally realize that Snoke is using him. How might that happen, you ask? Getting out from under that helmet that must be tough to see through should help, but the tipping point will likely be the Supreme Leader's interest in Rey. If Kylo realizes that Snoke is willing to discard him for a stronger apprentice at a moment's notice, it could just be the push he needs to break free from his hold.

So if Rey splits from the teachings of Jedi Master Luke Skywalker, and Kylo Ren decides to sever ties with the mysterious head of the First Order, Supreme Leader Snoke, what will become of these two hyper-powerful Force users?

Rise of the "Gray Jedi"?

Star Wars the Gray Jedi Code

Okay, so let's get this out of the way: the very idea of the term "Gray Jedi" doesn't make a ton of sense. As Pablo Hidalgo (the all-knowing source of what's canon and what isn't in the Star Wars universe these days) has said on the subject, "I don't get the 'gray Jedi' thing. You're either a Jedi or you're not. It's like being a 'gray vegetarian' who eats meat." Needless to say, it's a pretty contentious topic amongst diehard fans.

Essentially, the term has been used as a designation for individuals who were able to utilize both the light and dark sides of the Force, but without going full-on evil in the process. It also applies to Jedi who stood apart from the Jedi High Council and refused to closely adhere to the Jedi Code (think: Qui-Gon Jinn). While the Gray Jedi title itself may be a bit contradictory, the idea behind introducing a third realm of Force users on the big screen is sound. Whether or not they're calling themselves Sith anymore, dark side users obviously can't be allowed to rule, and the goodie-goodie Jedi have certainly had their fair share of missteps over the years. This universe is ready for a less restrictive third party to take control -- and potential free agents Rey and Kylo Ren may be just what the galaxy needs.

Is Rey going to be tempted by the dark side in this trilogy? Definitely. Is Kylo still feeling the pull to the light? You bet. But outright swapping allegiances almost feels too simple for the Star Wars universe at this point, and with neither of the two factions being deserving of a whole lot of loyalty at this point, perhaps it's best that Rey and Kylo strike out on their own. It's tough to say if Rey could ever truly team up with former radar technician 'Matt', given all the super evil things he's done in the not-so-distant past. They may or may not be capable of working together, but honestly, as long as they don't end up kissing before finding out that they're secretly related, we're good.

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Do you think we're jumping to conclusions and overanalyzing a (probably) misleading trailer, or will you be voting third Force party this December? Will you riot with us if Kylo Ren kills Leia? Sound off in the comments.

Star Wars: The Last Jedi hits theaters on December 15th, 2017.