Tag: Karl Story

Canon Comic Review: The Mandalorian #1

Posted on July 13, 2022July 20, 2022 by Head Butler Ryan

The Mandalorian #1 kicks off the 8-issue adaptation of the series’ first season, brought to life by writer Rodney Barnes, Georges Jeanty on art, Karl Story for inks, Rachelle Rosenberg as colorist, and Joe Caramagna for lettering. Not straying from the series’ opening chapter, The Mandalorian #1 is a solid enough adaptation, and while I won’t be reviewing more issues for a variety of reasons (including I already reviewed these episodes), reading this issue brought up an interesting discussion to be had about ownership of Star Wars material (or anything, for that matter) in this new streaming age, so I’ll be focusing more on that below. Continue reading “Canon Comic Review: The Mandalorian #1” →

Canon Comic Review: The High Republic #12

Posted on December 15, 2021 by Head Butler Ryan

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In The High Republic #12, just when the Jedi and us readers think the greatest enemy to the Order in this era is from without, it feels more and more like it’s within, as the fallout from the undercover mission by Keeve Trennis and Terec goes far beyond the failure to capture Lourna Dee. Continue reading “Canon Comic Review: The High Republic #12” →

Canon Comic Review: The High Republic #11

Posted on November 10, 2021December 15, 2021 by Head Butler Ryan

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The High Republic #11 might be lite on answers, but it’s an action-packed, emotional ride by Cavan Scott and team as the Jedi race against time to save their own from Lourna Dee’s latest chaos inducing plans. Continue reading “Canon Comic Review: The High Republic #11” →

Canon Comic Review: The High Republic #10

Posted on October 20, 2021 by Head Butler Ryan

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The High Republic issue #10 brings the series back after what feels like a long break, even though it’s only been a month, as I’ve been waiting on pins and needles for what Keeve Trennis will do with the impossible situation before her on her undercover mission into the Nihil! Let’s just say, the results are far more surprising and shocking than I even imagined! Continue reading “Canon Comic Review: The High Republic #10” →

Canon Comic Review: The High Republic #7

Posted on July 29, 2021August 9, 2021 by Head Butler Ryan

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Keeve Trennis can’t ever catch a break, can she?! The High Republic #7 is an emotional and frightening issue which doesn’t shy away from the fallout from Keeve’s drastic actions to track down the Great Progenitor of the Drengir. Continue reading “Canon Comic Review: The High Republic #7” →

Canon Comic Review: The High Republic #6

Posted on June 30, 2021 by Head Butler Ryan

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After a nearly two month wait, with Sskeer’s unknown fate making it excruciating, The High Republic comic returns for its next arc, “The Heart of the Drengir,” both picking up where we left off and propelling the story forward in a big, emotional way. Continue reading “Canon Comic Review: The High Republic #6” →

Canon Comic Miniseries Review: Age of Rebellion

Posted on July 7, 2019September 7, 2020 by Head Butler Ryan

Age of Rebellion is the middle “Age” of the Age of Star Wars maxiseries, but having to follow in the footsteps of Houser and team’s Republic seemed like a difficult job. Greg Pak, a few other writers, and the various artists along for the ride delved into the latest “Age” with aplomb, and while most of it was simply good, it’s highs were quite the zenith. Continue reading “Canon Comic Miniseries Review: Age of Rebellion” →

Canon Comic Review: Age of Rebellion – Luke Skywalker #1

Posted on June 5, 2019October 31, 2019 by Head Butler Ryan

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The penultimate issue of Greg Pak’s “Age” is here with Age of Rebellion – Luke Skywalker #1, which sees Luke’s latest temptation to the dark side coming from a surprising place, while its connections to other facets of Luke’s story make it truly great. Continue reading “Canon Comic Review: Age of Rebellion – Luke Skywalker #1” →

Canon Comic Review: Age of Rebellion – Han Solo #1

Posted on May 1, 2019October 31, 2019 by Head Butler Ryan

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The Age of Rebellion is going to be packed this month, and it all begins with Age of Rebellion – Han Solo #1, which isn’t as strong as the previous efforts, but it makes up for it charm and presentation. Continue reading “Canon Comic Review: Age of Rebellion – Han Solo #1” →

Canon Comic Review: Age of Rebellion – Princess Leia #1

Posted on April 10, 2019October 31, 2019 by Head Butler Ryan

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After the rousing success of Jody Houser’s Age of Republic, how could the other “Ages” live up to it? Greg Pak wastes no time showing he can rise to the challenge in the Age of Rebellion, beginning with an excellent opening salvo, which starts with Age of Rebellion – Princess Leia #1! Continue reading “Canon Comic Review: Age of Rebellion – Princess Leia #1” →