Star Wars Fans Rejoice! Luke, Leia & Han Return!

In their offensive, The New Republic initiated counterattacks against the Empire’s remaining troops, including Admirals Rax and Sloan. Luke, Rynn, Kranor, and Alaytia ventured to Kijimi in an attempt to persuade Tomasso and his Spice Runner crew to join their fight. The revelation that Rynn was Tomasso’s daughter, a spice runner who defected for the Rebel cause, may have influenced their decision. Simultaneously, Adelhard’s forces in the Anoat sector were readying themselves to assault the Acolytes of the Beyond. However, an ally of The New Republic stepped in – Pirate Eleodie Maracavanya.

A three-cornered struggle among the New Republic, the fragmented Imperial remnants, and Adelhard’s renegade forces is underway. The future of the galaxy hangs in the balance as the climactic Battle of Jakku commences. This represents the last opportunity for the New Republic…

In this instance, the fourth part of Marvel’s “Star Wars: Battle of Jakku” series, titled “Star Wars: Battle of Jakku – Last Stand“, was the opening crawl. This is the concluding segment (#12) of a trilogy that unfolds between the events depicted in “Return of the Jedi” and “The Force Awakens“. The trilogy, consisting of “Insurgency Rising“, “Republic Under Siege“, and “Last Stand“, was penned by Alex Segura. The narrative begins in the wake of the Rebel Alliance’s triumph over the Galactic Empire at the Battle of Endor, as depicted in “Return of the Jedi“.

Across three separate four-part storylines, a Marvel comic depicted the climactic Galactic Civil War battle, known as the Battle of Jakku. In this conflict, Luke Skywalker, Leia Organa, and Han Solo defended the fledgling New Republic against lingering Imperial forces. The “Battle of Jakku” series marked Marvel’s transition from storytelling following the events of “Empire Strikes Back” to that of the New Republic era, which will be further explored in the rebooted ongoing “Star Wars” comic by Segura and artist Phil Noto (as seen in “Star Wars: The High Republic”).

The New Republic won the final battles against the Empire at Jakku, but now, in a time of great change for Star Wars, new dangers are arising. Follow our beloved Star Wars characters as they journey through a galaxy filled with suspicion, secrets, and enigmas. Watch Luke struggle to rebuild the Jedi Order, witness Leia and Han’s love story that resulted in Kylo Ren, and explore the latest, most intriguing additions to the Star Wars universe by Marvel.

After concluding the Galactic Civil War with the Battle of Jakku, we’re ready to accelerate into a fresh, unexplored phase, brimming with novel galactic dangers, adversaries, and enigmas for our cherished heroes to confront. This new saga will maintain the action and character-driven moments that Star Wars fans adore, offering surprises in the galaxy and landscape we recognize, while ensuring readers can join effortlessly regardless of the issue. We’re thrilled about it!

Enthusiasts can join in as they grab issue #1 of “Free Comic Book Day 2025: Star Wars” using the hashtag #1, which unfolds fresh stories set across three distinct periods: the prequels featuring Qui-Gon Jinn, the original trilogy focusing on Luke Skywalker, and the sequel trilogy centering around Vanee, a significant figure from the ongoing comic series “Star Wars: Legacy of Vader“. This free issue will be available at stores starting Saturday, May 3, right before May the 4th.

Marvel’s Star Wars #1 is set to debut on Wednesday, May 7. A collection of cover art from an array of talented artists will be featured in this issue. These artists include Leinil Francis Yu, known for his work on Star Wars: Darth Vader, David Nakayama from Star Wars: Ahsoka, Gabriele Dell’otto from Star Wars: Vader Down, John Tyler Christopher who has worked on Star Wars: The Action Figure Variant Covers, Annie Wu of Star Wars: Legacy of Vader, Pepe Larraz from Star Wars: Kanan, Ken Lashley of Star Wars: Sana Starros, and Chris Sprouse with his 10th Anniversary variant for Star Wars Legends: The Rebellion.

Free Comic Book Day 2025: Star Wars #1

Delighting in the fresh chapter of Star Wars comics! Luke Skywalker encounters a nest of scoundrels and crooks in a seedy underworld, engaging in combat with pirates! The Jedi Knights Quigon Jinn and Tensho Run are hot on the trail of the malevolent Corlis Rath. The enigma of Vanee surfaces, and his ties to Darth Vader and Kylo Ren demand closer scrutiny.

On stands: May 3

Star Wars (2025) #1

A fresh, thrilling journey commences for Luke Skywalker, Leia Organa, and Han Solo in the aftermath of Return of the Jedi! New York Times bestselling author Alex Segura embarks on a daring new chapter in the Star Wars saga. Luke Skywalker finds himself defending the fledgling New Republic against a ruthless band of mercenaries! Han Solo delves into a lethal underworld enigma – and unexpectedly rescues an unlikely ally! Leia Organa faces off against a new faction that opposes the aims of the New Republic!

On sale: May 7

Star Wars #2

1. The saga of action and excitement rolls on in the post-Return of Jedi era! What was it that the Nagai Pilot shared with Luke Skywalker as a secret? And what calamity lurks for Luke on the frozen world of Gadrilim, known as the Crown of Verity?

2. The thrilling journey continues beyond Return of the Jedi! What clandestine information did the Nagai Aviator disclose to Luke Skywalker? Moreover, what sorrowful fate looms for Luke on the wintry planet Gadrilim, referred to as the Crown of Truth?

On sale: June 11

Star Wars #3

Hurry back to Cloud City! It’s time for Han Solo, Beilert Valance, and Lando Calrissian to aid an old comrade. Relive the heartwarming camaraderie between Han, Chewie, and Lando in thrilling flashbacks set in past adventures. Plus, a familiar face from the past resurfaces with a state-of-the-art Cloud Car!

On sale: July 16