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Star Wars: Dark Force Rising                                          Comics Lot
Adapted from the novel by: Timothy Zahn
Writer: Mike Baron
Artist: Terry Dodson
Inker: Kevin Nowlan
Colorist: Pamela Rambo
Letterer: Ellie De Ville
Editors: Bob Cooper & David Land
All Covers by: Mathieu Lauffray

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. Star Wars: The Last Jedi, released on December 18, 2017. And Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker was released on December 20, 2019.

Dark Horse Comics continues its comic adaptation to Star Wars: Dark Force Rising, the second book in a trilogy of novels known as Star Wars: The Thrawn Trilogy, all written by Timothy Zahn. The Last Command is part of the Star Wars expanded universe, and takes place five years after the events of Return of the Jedi. The Rebel Alliance has destroyed the Death Star, defeated Darth Vader and Emperor Palpatine, and driven out the remnants of the old Imperial Starfleet to a distant corner of the galaxy. Princess Leia and Han Solo are married and expecting twins. Luke Skywalker has become the first in a long-awaited new line of Jedi Knights. While, thousands of light years away, Grand Admiral Thrawn, the last of the Emperor’s Warlords, has taken command of the shattered Imperial Fleet, readied it for war, and pointed it at the fragile heart of the New Republic. Thrawn, using a Dark Jedi, is succeeding in restoring the Empire’s rightful rule of the Galaxy.

Now… a long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away… Star Wars: Dark Force Rising! The Empire has been defeated but is not yet dead. The remainder of its forces have come under the control of Grand Admiral Thrawn who seeks to regain power over the galaxy. In an attempt to fully rebuild the Emperor’s fleet. Thrawn mounts a series of attacks aimed at capturing new vessels. To aid him in his quest, Thrawn enlists the forgotten Jedi, C’Baoth. In return for his help, Thrawn promises to deliver the last two remaining Jedi, Luke Skywalker and his sister Leia Organa Solo, into C’Baoth’s hands. Narrowly escaping Thrawn’s clutches, Luke and Leia work to reinforce the fragile government of the New Republic and crush the last vestiges of the Empire. As Luke searches for clues to the identity of Master C’Baoth, Leia turns her attention toward swaying the interest of the Noghri, a brutal and mysterious race dedicated to the service of the empire. In a bold move, Thrawn attacks the shipyards at Sluis Van. Defeated, he retreats to the planet Myrkr hoping to find Talon Karrde, a smuggler who holds the key to finding the fabled lost Katana Fleet. Having helped Skywalker escape Thrawn’s clutches, Karrde knows he will face certain retribution and cautiously watches for the Grand Admiral’s first move. But Thrawn is cunning, and patiently waits for Karrde to make a mistake…

Story/Spoilers
In issue #1, The Empire is dying, perhaps in its final throes. But like a dog near death, that’s when it is most dangerous, when it will lash out with nothing to lose. The ruthless warlord Grand Admiral Thrawn may have found just the firepower needed to take a bite out of the New Republic: Some two hundred Dreadnaught heavy cruisers, lost to hyperspace in the days of the Old Republic. Luke, Leia, Han, and Chewbacca may be up against more than they bargained for, but it’s not the first time the odds have been stacked against them!

Next in issue #2, With Obi-Wan Kenobi and Yoda both dead, Luke Skywalker is in need of a new Jedi mentor — and he finds one in C’Baoth. Risen from the ashes of a shrouded past, C’Baoth may prove to be just the teacher Luke needs to deliver the final blow to Grand Admiral Thrawn’s ailing Empire. Or he may be the Empire’s last hope for turning the tide . . .

Next in issue #3, Risen from the ashes of a shrouded past, the Jedi Master C’Baoth teaches Luke Skywalker new ways to use the Force, ways which allow him to control others. Ways commonly used on the dark side of the Force.

Next in issue #4, Luke’s new mentor, Jedi Master C’Baoth, is teaching him new ways to use the Force, ways that seem . . . inappropriate. But ways that may become necessary in light of the fact that Grand Admiral Thrawn has taken command of the remnants of the Imperial fleet.

Next in issue #5, The Katana fleet, almost two hundred Dreadnaught heavy cruisers, were lost to hyperspace in the days of the Old Republic. Now the Empire wants the cruisers so they can regain power. The New Republic wants the ships to crush the Empire for good. And Talon Karrde is the only man who knows where to find the lost fleet, which could either be an invitation to fortune . . . or a bargaining chip at his execution.

Finally in issue #6, It all comes down to this, a showdown over the Katana fleet. The Rebels and Imperials have both located the abandoned Dreadnaughts, and each is looking to outgun the other, take the fleet, and direct the galaxy to their way of thinking. Odds this round are on Grand Admiral Thrawn. He has a trick up his sleeve, one not seen since the end of the Clone Wars. One that could spark a second round of the Clone Wars!

Comics lot contains: Star Wars: Dark Force Rising (1997) Issues #1-6.  Dark Horse Comics

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

All First Printings
Publisher: Dark Horse Comics
Publication Date: 1997
Format per comic: FC, 32 pages, Comic, 10.25″ x 6.75″
UPC: 761568951561

Collectible Entertainment note: Comics 1,2,3,4,5,6 are in Fine + to Very Fine + condition.  Very Nice Set!  Please See Scans!!  A must have for any serious Star Wars collector and/or enthusiast.  A fun & entertaining read.  Recommended.

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