Marvel Comics is set to relaunch its flagship Star Wars series in May 2025, taking fans on a thrilling journey into the galaxy far, far away. The new series unfolds after the pivotal Battle of Jakku and the conclusion of the Galactic Civil War, where iconic heroes Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, and Leia Organa strive to establish the New Republic and bring stability to a galaxy reeling from chaos.
Penned by acclaimed writer Alex Segura, who previously captivated audiences with Star Wars: The Battle of Jakku miniseries, this latest volume promises to be a riveting continuation. The artistic vision for the series is brought to life by veteran Star Wars illustrator Phil Noto, known for his work on Star Wars: Poe Dameron. Both Noto and Leinil Yu will contribute to the stunning covers of the first issue.
Set approximately two years post-Return of the Jedi, Segura and Noto's Star Wars series dives into a period of hope and rebuilding following the decisive Battle of Jakku. As the New Republic endeavors to cement its authority, Luke and his companions confront new threats from pirates, thieves, and other malevolent forces eager to exploit the galaxy's power vacuum.
“Now that we've put the period at the end of the Galactic Civil War with the Battle of Jakku, we can speed ahead into a new, uncharted era, with some new galactic threats, foes, and mysteries for our beloved heroes to grapple with, blending the familiar with the new and shocking,” Segura shared with StarWars.com. “These stories will be packed with action and the character moments Star Wars fans have come to expect, featuring twists on the galaxy and landscape we know, with an eye toward making sure people can jump in easily and with any issue. We can't wait."
Noto expressed his enthusiasm for the project, stating, “Alex is an amazing writer and has come up with some great storylines and new characters for this series and I’m thrilled for the opportunity to bring them to life on the page! It’s also been exciting to draw the classic characters in the post-Return of the Jedi era because there’s no existing film or TV versions of them. I get to create new looks for them while also having reference of the actors from the 80s to help sell the look of this timeline.”
Star Wars #1 is slated for release on May 7, 2025, perfectly timed to coincide with this year's Star Wars Day celebrations.
This new series is just one of several exciting projects Marvel has planned. In February, fans can look forward to Star Wars: Legacy of Vader, a comic that delves into Kylo Ren's journey following the events of The Last Jedi.
For those eager to stay updated on the Star Wars universe, be sure to explore what's in store for the franchise in 2025 and check out every Star Wars movie and series currently in development.
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