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Canon Comic Review: Shadow of Vader’s Castle #1

Shadow of Vader's Castle #1 Mynock Manor Review

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The ghoulish fun of the Vader’s Castle series of IDW comics returns for an epic-sized 2020 one-shot issue, titled Shadow of Vader’s Castle, and these Halloween frights really delight despite the shorter length this year! Continue reading “Canon Comic Review: Shadow of Vader’s Castle #1”

Star Wars Comics November 2020 Solicitations

Star Wars Comics November 2020 Solicitations

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”

Mynock Manor Suggests: Rose Tico Expanded Content

Mynock Manor Suggests Rose Tico Expanded Content 2

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 break out stars from the Sequel Trilogy is Rose Tico – mechanic, hero, and a good motivator. Ever wondered what it would look like to serve behind the scenes of the Resistance? Or have you ever wondered what courage in the face of evil and hatred looks like? Look no further, as we explore the life of Rose.

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Canon Comic Miniseries Review: Return to Vader’s Castle

Return to Vader's Castle Miniseries Review

After the frights of last year’s Tales from Vader’s Castle brought the Halloween spirit to Star Wars comics in a gleefully ghoulish way, IDW brought the series, and writer Cavan Scott, back for another round of spooky tales: Return to Vader’s Castle! In some ways stronger and more defined than last year’s outing, Return to Vader’s Castle is an excellent continuation and usage of the fun-loving scares all-ages truly can enjoy. Continue reading “Canon Comic Miniseries Review: Return to Vader’s Castle”

Canon Comic Review: Return to Vader’s Castle #4 – “Vault of the Living Brains”

Return to Vader's Castle #4

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Return to Vader’s Castle #4 – “Vault of the Living Brains” involves Hutt intrigue and the very creepy B’omarr Monks, which for me at least, makes this the spookiest tale yet! Continue reading “Canon Comic Review: Return to Vader’s Castle #4 – “Vault of the Living Brains””

Star Wars Comics October 2019 Solicitations

Star Wars Comics October 2019 Solicitations

You can always trust Halloween to be full of sweets, and Star Wars comics won’t be disappointing in October as we’re getting plenty of delectable sweets that way too. IDW and Marvel both bring Journey to Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker content to the table (with Marvel’s beginning and ending in the same month!), IDW brings back the spooky with Return to Vader’s Castle, but is the scariest thing of all what might be happening with the Doctor Aphra series? Check it out below! Continue reading “Star Wars Comics October 2019 Solicitations”

SDCC 2019: The Rise of Kylo Ren Announced, New Return to Vader’s Castle Details, and More!

SDCC is the bastion of news and reveals for all things geekery and there’s always some fun Star Wars comic and book related info for us fans. At SDCC 2019, Charles Soule was revealed to be writing The Rise of Kylo Ren comic miniseries (!!), we got more details on IDW’s Return to Vader’s Castle miniseries and Journey to Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker plans, Dooku: Jedi Lost hardcover edition was announced, and more, so check out the latest reveals below! Continue reading “SDCC 2019: The Rise of Kylo Ren Announced, New Return to Vader’s Castle Details, and More!”

Star Wars Comics April 2019 Solicitations

April is going to be a busy month with all the news coming out of Star Wars Celebration Chicago, a new novel in Master & Apprentice, and plenty to come in the comics, including 2 (technically 3) new series beginning! From comic tie-in of the upcoming Galaxy’s Edge theme park, a TIE squadron miniseries tie-in to an upcoming novel, the Age of Rebellion beginning, and Doctor Aphra‘s latest arc coming to an explosive close, don’t let these issues pass you by! Continue reading “Star Wars Comics April 2019 Solicitations”

Canon Comic Review: Star Wars Adventures – Forces of Destiny (#1-5)

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Elsa Charretier Variant Covers

When it was first announced the younger marketed Star Wars Adventures comics from IDW would have a Forces of Destiny tie-in miniseries, a show itself great for the same audience the comic reached, it felt like a match made in Cloud City. Now that all five issues of the female-centric miniseries have released, all written by female creatives, I can honestly say it belongs among the clouds, despite a few minor missteps that won’t really matter to core readers of the event series. Continue reading “Canon Comic Review: Star Wars Adventures – Forces of Destiny (#1-5)”