This video essay takes a deep dive into the costume design of Kylo Ren and how it reveals the complex emotional and psychological layers of his character. From his masked debut in The Force Awakens to his stripped-down transformation into Ben Solo, we explore how fabric, armor, and symbolism are used to tell the story of a man torn between legacy, identity, and redemption. Citations #:~:text=Historically%2C%20the%20sword%20developed%20in,short%20and%20without%20a%20crossguard. Videos