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Left broken, battered, and unable to use the Force, Darth Vader is in a tough spot, even for him, made worse by the Sith Assassin Ochi of Bestoon on his way. Darth Vader #7 (Vol. 3) sees Vader try to build himself back up after his lowest point, all while battling Ochi, until a strange and mysterious resident of Mustafar appears. Continue reading “Canon Comic Review: Darth Vader #7 (Vol. 3)”
The idea of 2021 finally being here has likely been the wish of many people, and while it won’t completely turn around everything that’s transpired in 2020, it’s a beacon of hope that maybe things can start to get better. Also a beacon of hope? The Starlight Beacon the High Republic Jedi set up in the Outer Rim, as January brings us the official beginning of The High Republic initiative! Beyond that big comic release, Aphra and Sana’s big meet cute finally arrives after being delayed, Shara Bey looks to step up in a big way, Vader and Ochi keep dueling, and Padmé is stuck rescuing Anakin (again) after their latest date night goes sideways. Head below to see what January Star Wars comics to expect in 2021! Continue reading “Star Wars Comics January 2021 Solicitations”
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Darth Vader #6 (Vol. 3) kicks off the next arc, “Into the Fire,” and what a fire it is, as Vader learns the price of disobedience for wallowing in grief and teaming up with the remaining handmaidens of his late wife. Continue reading “Canon Comic Review: Darth Vader #6 (Vol. 3)”
2020 was a time of upheaval for everybody’s favorite Dark Lord. Coming off a highly (and rightly) critiqued mini-series that seemed to revel in some dark fantasies, it seemed like fans weren’t so keen on yet another story featuring Darth Vader. Thankfully, a new creative team, led by writer Greg Pak, was able to steer Vader from the murky waters in which he was left and bring new life – and vision – to the series.
December might usually be cold depending on where you live, like here in Wisconsin for me, but it’s usually full of cheer as the holidays are here. Things might be a little different this year, unfortunately, but you can at least count on some great tales in the galaxy far, far away thanks to Star Wars comics! December’s short but sweet list of comics looks to bring the chaotic year to a fun close, from a raid on an Imperial Museum on Coruscant, Doctor Aphra and Sana Starros stuck together again (it’s been moved to January), Wookiee Life Day celebrations, and Darth Vader facing down a creepy, unused concept for The Rise of Skywalker. Head below for all the details! Continue reading “Star Wars Comics December 2020 Solicitations”
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The “Dark Heart of the Sith” makes its final beat in Darth Vader #5 (Vol. 3) as Vader brings his stomp through the prequels to a quick, maybe too quick, close. Continue reading “Canon Comic Review: Darth Vader #5 (Vol. 3)”
November is usually a time for large gatherings of family and friends from all over the country for Thanksgiving traditions here in the States, but it’s still an unknown if that’ll even be possible this year. Despite the pandemic, one of the most important elections in this country’s history will take place, so make sure you’re registered and make your voice heard. And then of course, do your best to enjoy these upcoming issues of Star Wars comics, which include a few new artists on series, the promise of the most epic dog fight in comic history, the return of Sana Starros to wreak havoc on Aphra’s life, and more! Head below to check them out. UPDATE 8/23: IDW’s solicits came in and there’s Life Day shenanigans and…Baby Yoda!! UPDATE 10/11: More IDW shenangians with their schedule but it looks like things are normalizing/finally being set in stone! Continue reading “Star Wars Comics November 2020 Solicitations”
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If you thought the previous issue was a love-letter to the Prequel Trilogy and the handmaidens, then hold onto your helmets because Darth Vader #4 (Vol. 3) takes it to a whole different level. Continue reading “Canon Comic Review: Darth Vader #4 (Vol. 3)”
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After a nearly 5 month COVID-19 induced break, the third volume of the Darth Vader series returns with its third issue, picking up from one of the most compelling and intriguing cliffhangers in comics at the moment: Vader teaming up with Sabé, one of Padmé’s handmaidens, to avenge her death! And somehow, it gets even crazier and more exciting from there! Continue reading “Canon Comic Review: Darth Vader #3 (Vol. 3)”
October feels so far away, but I’m very anxious for it to come as not only does The Mandalorian’s second season arrive, Star Wars Squadrons will be out, and it’s my birthday month, but I’m getting married (finger’s crossed we don’t have to postpone we did, unfortunately)! There’s still even a honeymoon to be had, so I might miss out on some of the Star Wars goodies in October, of which the comics have quite a few great issues ahead, so check them out below! Continue reading “Star Wars Comics October 2020 Solicitations”
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