I actually liked the series. It had pacing issues, and some of the scenes felt cheap but other than I really had a good time.
I am not sure how Obi Wan was emasculated . On the contrary, I really admire his will to go on after losing pretty much everything his friends, Jedi Order, the Republics, Padme, and Anakin. I gotta admit that I did feel emotional during the last battle, the final talk with Leia, and seeing Liam Neeson again (always loved Qui Gon).
Ironically, this series really made people appreciate the Prequels a lot more.
Overall, its a step in the right direction after the Disney sequels.