[One of the biggest questions during reconditioning was whether or not to give him a new designation. On the one hand, reestablishment of his previous identity before defecting - his proper identity - would be a smoother process than with a new one was the thought. On the other hand, "Finn" was so closely inspired that he wondered if it wouldn't someday be the cause of future error.

The dreams did little to instill confidence against his suspicions, but it was in these moments that he knew how crucial it was to assert how important FN-2187 was to the Order. To inspire faith in him and keep his allegiance strong.

He steps closer, purpose in every step he takes but right now with less forceful intensity than he'd use with the others. His footfalls are softer, his presence isn't demanding to be followed: it's inviting him to.]

We all saw the worst of things on Starkiller Base, in ourselves and those around us. It's no surprise that it would stay with you. [His eyes move from the scenery outside to the trooper's eyes. Catering to the part of him that needed emotional connection that wouldn't go away no matter what they tried.]

I can see all that it did to make you stronger, and what you draw from your experience is what matters, not what you've forgotten. Trust me.