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The High Republic phase II launches its comics with Marvel's The High Republic (Vol. 2), a 10-issue series by Cavan Scott, Ario Anindito, Mark Morales, Frank William, Ariana Maher and Andrea Broccardo. Jedi Vildar Mac and and Padawan Matthea Cathley take readers on a journey through a spiritually rancorous Jedha City as a deeper mystery unfolds. In what's the first of what we hope will be more one...

Djin Darin and Grogu set out for a place to lay low and maybe call home as Marvel's adaptation of The Mandalorian continues with issue #4. This one features the comics debut of Cara Dune. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ The Mandalorian #4 (2:45) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Doctor Aphra #21 _ Darth Vader #24 _ Han Solo & #Chewbacca #3 (of 10) _ Obi-W...

Aphra contends with the spark and learns more about its origins and, perhaps its future, in the pages of Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #24, while in Han Solo & Chewbacca #6 (of 10), our favorite Wookiee finds prison life to be about survival though Maz Kanata is keen on a plan by a new character. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #24 (06:10) _ Han Solo & Chew...

Sabé makes a difficult choice as she recalls her own history with Padmé and her complicated relationship with Anakin Skywalker in Darth Vader #27, while in Hyperspace Stories #2, Luke and Leia make a startling discovery. In The Mandalorian #3, the title character makes a difficult decision about his bounty. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Hyperspace Stories #2 (of 12) (0...

The bounty hunters take a paying gig that should be easy to do, but Tasu Leech's feeling conflicted and makes a move that may leave T'onga, Losha, Bossk, Zuckuss and 4-LOM in a dire situation in the pages of Bounty Hunters #27. The Obi-Wan mini-series concludes its sobering and thoughtful five-issue run with a measured tale about doing good even when it could cost you everything. Comics out today...

Protecting the family while fleeing the Empire takes center stage in the pages of Star Wars (Vol. 3) #27 as Bevelyn and Mel escape from the second Death Star in a bid to do Qi'ra's bidding to aid the Rebel Alliance. Could the Alliance's own bureaucracy seal the family's fate? Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Star Wars (Vol. 3) #27 (05:15) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimi...

"You're an errand boy, sent by grocery clerks, to collect a bill." In Obi-Wan #4 (of 5), Obi-Wan and Anakin travel upriver on the Aqualish homeworld to find a hero of the republic who's gone rogue, as both Jedi contend with the evil that infects those who've seen enough carnage and war to fill several lifetimes and realize the power of the darkness that infects the hearts of trusted friends with u...

Anakin contends with his rashness while Padmé works to advance the cause of the Republic in the debut of Hyperspace Stories #1, the all-ages comic that marks Dark Horse Comics' return to Star Wars. In Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #26, readers are treated to a lot of flashbacks to the Prequel Trilogy as Vader contends with a troublesome foe and finds his bond with Sabé deepening. Finally, Doctor Aphra #23...

The Rebel Alliance bounces back and strikes hard as Leia, Mon Mothma, Admiral Ackbar and more start to plan for a long slog vs. the Empire, with optimism about their path brighter than ever. Meanwhile, Qi'ra's deep network of spies, moles and plants is awakened as the path toward the events of Return of the Jedi take hold in Star Wars #26. In the Mandalorian #2 (of 8), Mando finds the only way to...

In Bounty Hunters #26, T'Onga and Cadeliah face a stark realization amid a devastating loss, while in Han Solo & Chewbacca #5, secrets are revealed and we find out who really shot first. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Bounty Hunters #26 (5:50) _ Han Solo & Chewbacca #5 (29:10) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Obi-Wan #1 (of 5) _ Star Wars #23 The news:...

We mark the end of the five-issue The Halcyon Legacy mini-series on this week's episode with an issue that introduces a new character, serves as the first appearance for another character and leaves the door open to a the ship's return in future comics. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ The Halycon Legacy #5 (of 5) (7:20) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ C...

Comics, some wags would say, aren't real literature. We disagree and present as our evidence Obi-Wan #3 (of 5) and Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #22 as prime reasons why. Both issues are complex and detailed examinations of regret, remembrance and rage and, unsurprisingly, present a pair of textured stories that will resonate for awhile. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Obi-Wan #...

Marvel celebrates writer Charles Soule's 100th Star Wars comic script in four-story one-and-done issue of Star Wars (Vol. 3) #25 that brings back some of his previous stories in Darth Vader (Vol. 2), Poe Dameron and the Anakin & Obi-Wan and Kylo Ren mini-series. In Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #25, Sabé takes command and control as the Empire fights Crimson Dawn to save a world featuring a subtle nod to t...

The Mandalorian sees the first episode of season one in a smartly adapted beat-for-beat retelling scripted by Rodney Barnes and lavishly illustrated by George Jeanty, Karl Story, Rachelle Rosenberg and VC's Joe Caramagna that's sure to appeal to Mando fans. Bounty Hunters #25, by Ethan Sacks, Paolo Villanelli, Arif Prianto and VC's Travis Lanham, is rip-roaring page turner as T'onga and the hunter...

A classic heist story melded with a touch of comedy is bookended by some somber realizations about the price of sacrifice in today's issue of Star Wars: The Halcyon Legacy #4 (of 5) by Ethan Sacks, Will Sliney, Rachelle Rosenberg, Joe Sabino, Carlos Lao, Mikey J. Basso, Danny Khazem and Mark Paniccia. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Halcyon Legacy #4 (of 5) (4:24) Star W...

A rare event with four new Star Wars comics titles out on a single day, with Doctor Aphra #21 offering up a view into Aphra's descent into madness, along with a few surprises from her past. In Darth Vader #24, Sabé makes a surprising declaration as Vader finds help from a shifty yet loyal toadie. In Han Solo & Chewbacca #3, Greedo's reputation for failing to follow through gains strength, while in...

The jig is up and the Empire has finally realized that the syndicates aren't warring with each other in a bid to replace the Hutt's franchise on thievery, thugs and more, but at the nodding of Crimson Dawn. Furthermore, Palpatine and Darth Vader are pretty sure Maul may have taught Qi'ra more than just how to fight force wielders. Qi'ra? She's ready, as she always is, as the second part of the "So...

T'onga gets help (maybe) from Dengar as the quest to rescue Cadeliah from Crimson Dawn gains speed, but given this is Bounty Hunters #24, nothing is at it seems, even for Valance, though in the employ of Darth Vader, is trying and failing, to stem the Dawn's reach in an issue written by Ethan Sacks, illustrated Paolo Villanelli, colored by Arif Prianto, lettered by VC's Travis Lanham and edited by...

Leia faces Zahra in a riveting last stand that lays bare the emotional foundation at the core of both women and their individual yet parallel thirst for justice and revenge. The issue is written by Charles Soule, illustrated by Ramon Rosanas and Madibek Musabekov, colored by Rachelle Rosenberg, lettered by VC's Clayton Cowles and edited by Mikey J. Basso, Danny Khazem and Mark Paniccia. Comics out...

Prequel fans get a double kick in the heart as Darth Vader #23 mines Anakin's time as a child, while Sabé ponders a difficult decision. In Bounty Hunters #23, Dengar makes a calculated decision that will have ramifications for T'ongo, Losha and the crew, not to mention the fate of Cadeliah. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Bounty Hunters #23 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #23 Sta...

No comics this week but plenty of new information about upcoming Star Wars comics as we discuss Star Wars Celebration Anaheim (May 26-29) and what we sort of comics-related news we're hoping might be revealed. There's also secret catch phrase and, if you bump into Jeff at SWCA and are the first to say it to him, you've just won yourself Marvel's three-volume omnibus collection of the 1977-86 Star...

Doctor Aphra #20 delivers a punch to the gut with an unexpected yet cataclsymic cliff hangar, while Han Solo & Chewbacca #2 provides a well-paced, all-encompassing story featuring Han wondering if he's the victim of a con or if Ovan really his dad. Both issues move at a solid clip and provide compelling illustrations, color artistry and lettering. Comics out today and broken down on this week's ep...

Finally, the Padmé and Anakin story that was teased so many months ago is upon is in the pages of Star Wars -- Halcyon Legacy #3 (of 5) by Ethan Sacks, Will Sliney, Rachelle Rosenberg and VC's Joe Sabino. The present-day element of the series draws us closer to the Resistance spy onboard being sought Crimson Jack, too. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Halcyon Legacy #3 (o...

The month of Obi-Wan Kenobi begins in earnest with the first of a five-issue mini-series, Star Wars -- Obi-Wan, written by Christopher Cantwell, lushly illustrated by Ario Anindito, colored by Carlos Lopez and lettered by Joe Caramagna. In Star Wars #23, Cmdr. Zahra proves she's truly a Tarkin disciple, luring the Rebel Fleet into potential disaster even as Shara Bey and Kes Dameron are finally re...

The heartwarming story of Jace and Gigi continues in the pages of Jace Wars Part II, a fan-made Star Wars-inspired and enthusiastic comic that benefits several charities through a variety of events and fundraisers. We chatted with Aaron Russell about the latest issue in the Jace Wars saga, how it came about and what's to come. Jace Wars-led initiatives typically go to raising money for McMaster Ch...