Rey Skywalker, formerly known as Rey Palpatine, is the central protagonist in Star Wars: The Last Jedi. She is a young, skilled scavenger-turned-Jedi with an inquisitive mind and strong sense of morality. Rey possesses a unique bond with the Force and has the innate ability to connect with other Force-sensitives, notably Kylo Ren. She is known for her determination, resilience, and her deep connection with the legacy of the Jedi and the Skywalker family. Rey is a character who battles with her identity, torn between her unknown origins and the call of the dark side of the Force due to her relation to the Sith Lord Palpatine. Her relationships with the resistance fighters and the saga's established characters drive her story of growth, redemption, and self-discovery.