@damnitdani early 2000s anidala fics are a great example of how much tcw warped people’s perception of the prequels too like overall they’re way more consistent lol and in-character then alot of current stuff on ao3
@shoobscantsleep and not only does it make sense for anakin to talk like that given his background, it’s also deliberately meant to be dramatic/operatic in tone and style. they don’t talk like they’re from earth cause they’re not!
@skywalkerberrie exactly she was talking about her childhood and he’s relating to her! his delivery might have been a little awkward but that’s on purpose because he’s got some social issues
@kissinthings right like he’s telling her about how he associates sand with his awful childhood but being with her on naboo makes him feel happy and safe 🥺