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Canon Comic Review: War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha #1

Posted on May 5, 2021May 6, 2021 by Head Butler Ryan

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It all starts here for Star Wars comics’ biggest crossover event ever, War of the Bounty Hunters! The basic premise asks the simple question: what if something happened on Boba Fett’s way to deliver the frozen Han Solo to Jabba the Hutt? In War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha #1, writer and event mastermind Charles Soule, with industry legend Steve McNiven and colorist Laura Martin, shows us just what happens that kicks off the months’ long, complete takeover of Star Wars comics, offering only the tip of the carbonite-berg in this epic sized story. Continue reading “Canon Comic Review: War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha #1” →

Canon Comic Review: Bounty Hunters #4

Posted on August 19, 2020August 19, 2020 by Head Butler Ryan

Bounty Hunters #4 reveals Nakano Lash’s big secret, though it all pales in comparison to the terrible creative decisions that happen within the issue. I will no longer be reviewing this series after this. Continue reading “Canon Comic Review: Bounty Hunters #4” →

Canon Comic Review: Bounty Hunters #3

Posted on June 24, 2020 by Head Butler Ryan

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Bounty Hunters returns after the long COVID-19 induced absence with its third issue, which sees Bossk and Beilert Valance duel while on the quest to catch up with the resurfaced Nakano Lash. But it’s not those two Lash needs to worry about… Continue reading “Canon Comic Review: Bounty Hunters #3” →

Mynock Manor Suggests: Captain Phasma Expanded Content

Posted on May 6, 2020 by Chris

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! Every once in a while, a character appears in a Star Wars film, full of intrigue and promise of future stories, deep lore, and expansive adventures. One such character was Captain Phasma, first introduced in the teaser trailer for The Force Awakens. With chrome armor and a long cape, Phasma gained the attention and excitement of fans across the galaxy. Unfortunately, she had only a scant few minutes of screen time in both The Force Awakens and The Last Jedi before being bested by Finn. Eager to learn more about the “Chrome Dome”? Read on! Continue reading “Mynock Manor Suggests: Captain Phasma Expanded Content” →

Mynock Manor Suggests: Count Dooku Expanded Content

Posted on April 29, 2020April 28, 2020 by Head Butler Ryan

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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Mynock Manor Suggests: Rose Tico Expanded Content

Posted on April 22, 2020April 22, 2020 by Chris

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Mynock Manor Suggests: Lando Calrissian Expanded Content

Posted on April 15, 2020April 21, 2020 by Head Butler Ryan

As much of the world faces quarantine to help combat the pandemic, staying at home opens up a lot of free time for many people. It’s a time to catch up on movies one has always wanted to watch, shows to binge, books/comics to read, boardgames to play, etc., and since the halting of new comics has opened up time/space at the Manor, we’ve decided to start a long overdue service: the Concierge! 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! For the inaugural Mynock Manor Suggests, I’ve decided to focus on the smooth talking entrepreneur, Lando Calrissian. Continue reading “Mynock Manor Suggests: Lando Calrissian Expanded Content” →

Canon Comic Miniseries Review: The Rise of Kylo Ren {#1-4}

Posted on April 9, 2020October 28, 2023 by Head Butler Ryan

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The Rise of Kylo Ren charts the events of Ben Solo’s fall after the fateful late night visit from his uncle, Jedi Master Luke Skywalker, revealing how Ben goes to Ren in 4 packed, heady, and intriguing issues. It might have benefited from a little extra space, but the concentrated story means there are not many extraneous details, even in Ben’s nuanced fall.

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Canon Comic Review: Bounty Hunters #2

Posted on March 25, 2020 by Head Butler Ryan

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Bounty Hunters #2 briskly moves the mystery of Nakano Lash’s reappearance forward, colliding old hunting buddies together. Continue reading “Canon Comic Review: Bounty Hunters #2” →

Canon Comic Review: Bounty Hunters #1

Posted on March 12, 2020March 25, 2020 by Head Butler Ryan

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A new on-going series arrives with Bounty Hunters #1, taking us deep into the seedy criminal underbelly of the Star Wars galaxy, which follows a group of bounty hunters dealing with the repercussion of a botched mission several years before. I’ve had reservations about this series since it was announced, and while issue #1 doesn’t fully upend my feelings, it takes a big step in the right direction. Continue reading “Canon Comic Review: Bounty Hunters #1” →