Dad’s Darth Vader Prank Takes an Unexpected Turn

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When it comes to sharing childhood classics, nothing excites a parent more than introducing their kids to the epic saga of “Star Wars.” I was ready to dive into lightsaber duels and save the galaxy with my son. However, my grand plan hit a snag when he discovered Darth Vader—rather than cowering in fear, he idolized the dark lord of the Sith. It seems my son isn’t alone in his fascination with one of cinema’s most notorious villains.

On May Fourth, also known as Star Wars Day, self-proclaimed nerd dad Jake Anderson decided to bring a little fun to his two-year-old, Leo. After getting the green light from his wife to potentially give their child a lifelong fear, Jake donned a striking Darth Vader costume and crept into Leo’s room to wake him up in full Sith regalia. But, as you can imagine, things didn’t unfold as he had hoped. Maybe it was his hubris that led him astray?

In the video, two-year-old Leo shows no signs of fear when the fearsome Sith Lord pokes him awake with a lightsaber. Instead of running away in terror, Leo grabs his own toy weapon and prepares for battle! Rather than joining the dark side, he invites Darth Vader to take a seat in a rocking chair for storytime.

Perhaps the prequels, animated series, or simply the passage of time have dulled the fear factor of Darth Vader. Leo clearly wasn’t fazed. After all, he might have known it was just his dad behind the mask, although that didn’t seem to comfort Luke Skywalker much when he discovered the truth (Spoiler Alert!).

Kids today are tough cookies! I guess I shouldn’t be surprised, considering my son has a knack for creeping into my room and giving me a fright more often than I can scare him. Jake’s attempt at a classic prank may not have gone as planned, but it’s reassuring to know that the galaxy is in safe hands. If you want to dive deeper into parenting tales or tips, check out our other blog posts, like this one on home insemination options. To learn more about the journey of becoming a parent, visit Make a Mom. Plus, for those exploring family-building options, Resolve is an excellent resource.

In summary, Jake’s Darth Vader prank with his son Leo turned into an unexpected tale of bravery and imagination. Instead of the intended scare, Leo ended up turning the tables and inviting his dad to join him for a cozy storytime. As parents navigate the complexities of childhood fears, it’s heartening to see that sometimes, the galaxy is in good hands after all.