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Star Wars: Agent of the Empire – Volume 2 {Hard Targets}               Trade Paperback
Writer: John Ostrander
Artist: Davide Fabbri
Inker: Christian Dalla Vecchia
Colorist: Wes Dzioba
Letterer: Michael Heisler
Editors: Freddye Lins & Randy Stradley
Cover by: Stephane Roux

A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away…

Star Wars is an American epic space opera franchise centered on a film series created by George Lucas.  The film series began with Star Wars, released on May 25, 1977. This was followed by two sequels: The Empire Strikes Back, released on May 21, 1980, and Return of the Jedi, released on May 25, 1983. Then more than two decades after the release of the original film, the series continued with a prequel trilogy; consisting of Episode I: The Phantom Menace, released on May 19, 1999; Episode II: Attack of the Clones, released on May 16, 2002; Episode III: Revenge of the Sith, released on May 19, 2005; and finally the epic saga concluded with Star Wars: The Force Awakens released on December 18, 2015; Star Wars: The Last Jedi was released on December 18, 2017. And Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker was released on December 20, 2019.

“James Bond meets Star Wars’ is a shorthand way of describing the series but it will be more than that. Cross is not Bond but the stories will be influenced by Bond, as well as Secret Agent, Jason Bourne, and so on.” – John Ostrander

Now… a long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away… Star Wars: Agent of the Empire – Hard Targets! Introducing Imperial Intelligence agent, Jahan Cross and his droid IN-GA 44 – whose undercover assignments for the Empire take them across the galaxy to exotic locales, filled with danger and intrigue.

Story/Spoilers
In part #1, Jahan Cross returns to his homeworld of Alderaan for a celebration hosted by Bail Organa in honor of the current Count Dooku. But the situation turns deadly when an assassin kills the Count, and Cross finds himself working both sides of the intrigue! Thus begins a new assignment for Cross – one that will tear at his loyalties, strain his friendships, and bring him into close contact with his own estranged father. All in a day’s work for Jahan Cross, Agent of the Empire!

Next in part #2, Imperial Agent Jahan Cross doesn’t like his assignment or the politicians he is forced to work with. Yet dealing with all of that is easier than coming to terms with his growing respect for a boy whose father he killed – especially when that boy is supposed to be merely a political pawn of the Empire. When attackers kidnap the boy, Cross finds himself turning his back on his mission and putting his life on the line for a “pawn.” No job is too dangerous for an Agent of the Empire!

Next in part #3, A young boy – the heir to the title of Count Dooku – is kidnapped, and it’s Jahan Cross to the rescue! When the kidnapper turns out to be a sexy female spy with whom Cross has worked before, and when her motives turn out to have the boy’s welfare at heart, Cross is faced with a decision: should he disobey his own orders from the Empire? But first there’s a little matter of breaking out of a supposedly inescapable prison…

Next in part #4, The Imperial Navy has arrived and Agent Cross has been officially told to stand down from his mission overseeing the election of a regent for the young Duke of Serenno. But Cross is not about to allow an innocent boy to be used as a disposable pawn – even if it serves the Empire’s short-term goals.

Finally in part #5, Everyone – including Boba Fett – is after the young Count Dooku. As Cross and the Count’s loyal security guard attempt to whisk the boy to safety, they are surrounded by enemies! In the past, Cross had the power and authority of the Empire behind him. Now he has nothing but his fists!

Trade Paperback collects/reprints: Star Wars: Agent of the Empire – Hard Targets (2012 – 2013) Issues #1-5.  Dark Horse Comics.

Trade Paperback is bagged & boarded and will be carefully / securely packaged then shipped via USPS Priority Mail to ensure that it arrives to you perfectly and quickly.

First Edition
Publisher: Dark Horse Books
Publication Date: July 2013
Format: FC, 128 pages, TPB, 10.25″ x 6.75″
ISBN-10: 1616551674
ISBN-13: 9781616551674

Collectible Entertainment note: Trade Paperback is in Very Good condition.  (front bottom right corner creased & back cover bottom left corner significantly creased)  Otherwise… Very Nice Reading Copy!  Please See Scans!!  A must have for any serious Star Wars collector and/or enthusiast.  A fun & entertaining read.  Recommended.

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