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Canon Comic Review: Return of the Jedi – Ewoks #1

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The next one-shot in the series celebrating Return of the Jedi’s 40th Anniversary takes a mystical turn in the best way possible in Ewoks #1. Writer Alyssa Wong, alongside artists Lee Garbett, Paulina Ganucheau, Kyle Hotz, and Caspar Wijngaard combine for an absolutely delightful and wholly unique experience fans of comics should not miss. Continue reading “Canon Comic Review: Return of the Jedi – Ewoks #1”

Mynock Manor Suggests: Sana Starros Expanded Content

Mynock Manor Suggests Sana Starros Expanded Content

Staying at hotels, B&Bs, and even Airbnb’s there are often concierge services available about what to see and do in the area you’re visiting, so we’ve opened the concierge desk at the Manor to offer suggestions on what to read, watch, and enjoy when wanting to find out more about your favorite Star Wars characters now that you have the free time to do so! One of the most popular characters to come out of the Marvel comics line is Sana Starros: bounty hunter, smuggler, con-woman, and potentially, an ex-wife?? Creating an extra wrinkle for our heroes very early in the canon reset, Sana Starros took a starring role in the comics as her backstory was fleshed out, and we’re happy to share with you the best places to get acquainted with her!

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Mynock Manor Suggests: Count Dooku Expanded Content

Mynock Manor Suggest Count Dooku Expanded Content 1

Staying at hotels, B&Bs, and even Airbnb’s there are often concierge services available about what to see and do in the area you’re visiting, so we’ve opened the concierge desk at the Manor to offer suggestions on what to read, watch, and enjoy when wanting to find out more about your favorite Star Wars characters now that you have the free time to do so! The prequels were full of villains, many easy to see from a parsec away, but one who could hide in plain sight, and look quite dashing while doing so (even in pjs), was none other than the luxurious Count Dooku! While a key component in Darth Sidious’ plans, Dooku wasn’t always a dashing looking Sith and Separatist leader, he was once even a Jedi! If you’ve ever wondered how he went from Jedi, to Count, to Sith Lord, then read on for a breakdown on what exciting tales explore the Count’s varied careers!

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Canon Comic Retrospective: Doctor Aphra Series {Issues 1-40} (Volume 1)

Doctor Aphra Volume 1 Retrospective

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I’ll never forget watching Doctor Aphra stuffed in an airlock, me chanting alongside her, “Please, not like this!” as Darth Vader promptly jettisons her out into space, her body floating into the cold depths of space. I was shocked, frustrated, and sad, barely able to finish the next few pages of Darth Vader #25 (Vol. 1), flipping past the credits in annoyance, only to see she somehow finagled together a plan to survive. Shortly after, her on-going comic series was announced, the first comic created character to lead her own series (among many other firsts), and my relief and excitement almost had me bursting out into happy tears compared to my sad tears moments before. 40 issues, and 3 Annuals later, Aphra continuously finagled a new way to survive out of the most unlikeliest of scenarios, hopping from one get rich quick scheme to another, but now her adventures (at least in Volume 1) have come to an end. Continue on to read Chris and mine’s review of the entire Doctor Aphra (Vol. 1) series! Continue reading “Canon Comic Retrospective: Doctor Aphra Series {Issues 1-40} (Volume 1)”

Canon Comic Maxiseries Review: Age of Star Wars

Age of Star Wars Maxiseries Review

Focusing on Heroes and Villains from all three current eras, with different writers and artists for each Age, the Age of Star Wars maxiseries was an ambitious and interesting project from the start. While it didn’t always live up to expectations, it brought deep explorations of fan favorites and little glimpses into unseen moments Continue reading “Canon Comic Maxiseries Review: Age of Star Wars”

A Star Wars Serial Story: Retrospective on Kieron Gillen’s Star Wars Comic Run (#38-67)

Kieron Gillen Star Wars Comics Retrospective

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How does the Rebellion go from the height of its offensive against the Empire to the lowest point of its existence? Kieron Gillen was tasked to follow up Jason Aaron’s run on the flagship Star Wars series to show us exactly that. Fresh from the destruction of the Death Star, the Alliance launches a massive offensive against the Empire, starting with Cymoon I and the Harbinger, all the way up to an assault on SCAR Squadron to rescue a captured C-3PO. A beleaguered Darth Vader tasks Queen Trios of Shu-Torun to come up with a plan to infiltrate the Alliance’s ranks and take them down from the inside…. Continue reading “A Star Wars Serial Story: Retrospective on Kieron Gillen’s Star Wars Comic Run (#38-67)”

Canon Comic Miniseries Review: Age of Republic

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Age of Republic is the first “Age” of the Age of Star Wars maxiseries, and thus there were plenty of unknowns about how it’d work and a lot of expectations and hopes on its shoulders. If Jody Houser’s work, along with the art teams’, is any indication for how the rest of the maxiseries will go, we’re in for an excellent series of deep, well-thought out character portraits. Continue reading “Canon Comic Miniseries Review: Age of Republic”

Canon Comic Review: Age of Republic – General Grievous #1

Age of Republic General Grievous #1

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Jody Houser’s continuously excellent Age of Republic comes to a close on its strongest issue yet, Age of Republic – General Grievous #1, which is not only a visual feast with spooky, atmospheric art that brings the terror of the metal general to life, it also connects back to the beginning of the miniseries to offer one resilient thought: hope. Continue reading “Canon Comic Review: Age of Republic – General Grievous #1”

Canon Comic Review: Age of Republic – Padmé Amidala #1

Age of Republic Padme Amidala #1

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Jody Houser comes out swinging in her final month writing the Age of Republic with Age of Republic – Padmé Amidala #1, an excellent examination of the complex character. Continue reading “Canon Comic Review: Age of Republic – Padmé Amidala #1”

Canon Comic Review: Age of Republic – Count Dooku #1

Age of Republic Count Dooku #1

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February’s villain in the Age of Republic is the one with a legacy larger than its character: Count Dooku! Houser’s latest entry might just be the best yet of her “Age,” as it expertly captures the many sides of the titular Count. Continue reading “Canon Comic Review: Age of Republic – Count Dooku #1”