Again in July, Marvel Comics introduced that its two flagship “Star Wars” titles would finish their post-“The Empire Strikes Again” storyline runs in September with “Star Wars #50” and “Star Wars: Darth Vader #50.” However chances are you’ll wish to dry these tears, as a result of Marvel is losing no time in cranking again up the sci-fi motion in a galaxy far, far-off with “Star Wars: Battle of Jakku — Insurgency Rising” beginning this fall.
Penned by award-winning creator Alex Segura (“Star Wars: Poe Dameron – Free Fall,” “Fringe of Spider-Verse”) and illustrated by three distinguished artists: Leonard Kirk, Stefano Raffaele and Jethro Morales, “Star Wars: Battle of Jakku — Insurgency Rising” is the primary of a trio of restricted collection chronicling the long-forgotten story of the fading moments of the Galactic Civil Struggle.
The battle kicks off with the four-issue “Star Wars: Battle of Jakku — Insurgency Rising #1” on Oct. 2, 2024. Then, this three-part saga’s plotline will advance additional nonetheless, unfold throughout two extra miniseries slated for launch in November and December titled “Republic Below Siege” and “Final Stand.”
This is the official synopsis:
“Set after ‘Return of the Jedi,’ the saga might be centered across the never-before-told closing moments of the Galactic Civil Struggle. First launched in ‘Star Wars: The Power Awakens’ as Rey scavenged amongst its wreckage, the Battle of Jakku was a pivotal turning level for the galaxy. On the sandy dunes of Jakku, the scattered forces of the Empire made their determined final stand after their secret base was found by the Rebel, who have been decided to destroy them as soon as and for all in order that the New Republic might thrive! Now, followers will witness this pivotal second in ‘Star Wars’ canon for the primary time ever!
“Starring core characters like Luke and Leia in addition to new heroes and villains who have been instrumental throughout this thrilling interval, the three Battle of Jakku collection will bridge the hole between the Authentic Trilogy and the Sequel Trilogy like by no means earlier than, revealing key insights behind the aftermath of the Battle of Endor and the Empire’s demise, together with the Emperor’s secret contingency plans; and introduce the surprising power-hungry threats that emerged throughout this time of uncertainty!”
This era within the “Star Wars” timeline between “Return of the Jedi” and “The Power Awakens” is comparatively uncharted territory, occurring shortly after the Battle of Endor.
“It is an unbelievable honor to have the ability to inform this misplaced story of ‘Star Wars’ historical past, alongside so many wonderful artists, within the pages of the three Battle of Jakku restricted collection,” Segura stated in a press release.
“Our story might be epic in scope – involving all the foremost characters you like, plus some new, thrilling additions to the mythos. We’ll not solely give readers a front-row seat to the ultimate battle of the Galactic Civil Struggle — we’ll reframe the aftermath of the Battle of Endor and introduce a brand new, menacing risk that can hold our heroes guessing. The purpose for all of us is to show up the amount and ensure this journey stands shoulder-to-shoulder with the opposite tales of the period. Because the Empire collapses, a brand new darkness arises!”
Try the schedule for this primary Battle of Jakku miniseries and its predominant covers by famous artist Phil Noto:
Oct. 2: “Star Wars: Battle of Jakku — Insurgency Rising #1”
Oct. 16: “Star Wars: Battle of Jakku — Insurgency Rising #2”
Oct. 30: “Star Wars: Battle of Jakku — Insurgency Rising #3”
Nov. 6: “Star Wars Battle of Jakku — Insurgency Rising #4”
“This collection is unquestionably one thing followers do not wish to miss,” editor Mark Paniccia stated. “Inside the chaos and destruction of all three collection, there are parts that trace to what comes subsequent.”
