Originally posted by Sadako of GirthMace and Sidious dueled, Mace bested him, Sidious was finished. He didnt allow Mace to best him, he was just bested. He had Sidious, coulda killed him, but the Jedi in him had to question that.
Oh your one of the people blind to the moment wahere he let Mace off the hook...?
Since you clearly need reminding, watch the scene again:Watch for the bit where Palapatine has his sabre within striking range of Maces throat. Mace is clearly caught unawares as his last move has left his center line way open (Arms outstretched) Looking down at the blade ina blatant "F**k! I didnt seee that..." fashion.
Mace is DEFENSELESS at that point.
There is so much supporting this argument that only an imbecile would arrogantly pronounce it as not happening.Palpatine allows Mace back into the fight.
Dicks cant see it.
It was when Anakin showed up that he began the whole drama routine, trying to get Anakin to help him, because he knew he was beaten.
As for the "F**k I didnt see that.." part, are you on drugs?