Continuing a sequels-related discussion here instead of hijacking the “suspension of disbelief” thread:
Rey doesn’t appear to be an indentured servant. When we first see her as an adult, she’s living on her own, and bartering with the scrap guy. We learn in the third movie that she was left there by parents who cared for her, but couldn’t keep her because of the danger they were in, so its unlikely they sold her. More likely, they paid him, probably with the understanding that they’d be back to get her when it was safe. After a few years, when its clear they aren’t coming back, it’s “Time to start earning your keep.” Instead of, “close supervision,” I imagine it more like, “Pilot this ship over to Outpost 17 and drop it off with the Rodian. Here’s ten credits for the bantha ride back. See you in three days.” And Rey’s, like, twelve years old.
Well, this guy apparently got some melee training, so it’s something Stormtroopers learn. Finn’s a Stormtrooper. Melee combat remains surprisingly viable despite the high tech settings. Doesn’t seem a stretch to assume the guy who’s been a soldier literally since childhood might have had some training with a sword at some point.
