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I met Darth Vader once. He came to my primary school in the guise of the Green Cross Code Man and seemed really nice. Much friendlier without the helmet and cape. Just a few years later we learned that Vader was Luke Skywalker's father, which came as something of a shock. I was only 11 years old at the time, mind you, so may have confused real life with space fantasy. I don't do that anymore. Honest. It's Halloween season, so who better to place front and center in this issue than the Dark Lord of the Sith himself, as we look forward to the release of Adam Christopher's new novel Master of Evil with an author interview and an exclusive extract from the book. The novelization of Star Wars:…

Behind the Mask Celebrate a legendary cinematic villain in Star Wars Icons: Darth Vader Few characters in cinematic history have left as indelible a mark on pop culture as Darth Vader. From his first appearance in 1977's Star Wars: A New Hope, the black-armored Sith Lord with the death's-head helmet, labored mechanical breathing, and a backstory born of tragedy has become a universal symbol of power, fear, and redemption. Now, fans can explore the full legacy of this generation-defining character in Star Wars Icons: Darth Vader. Written by Anthony Breznican (former correspondent for Vanity Fair and a veteran chronicler of blockbuster Hollywood franchises) this 464-page hardcover tome offers a comprehensive, visually stunning journey through the life and legacy of Anakin Skywalker's alter ego. From the character's earliest conceptual origins in…

The Book of Boba Fett showed off what the next generation of youth on Tatooine were riding and racing. The shiny speeder bikes of the Mods stood out against the drab background of Mos Espa, exactly as intended. “No matter what galaxy, you'll always have angsty gangs of kids,” suggests de León. “Having those super customized neon grav scoots is such a teen thing to do, because it makes them stand out and lets them express their personalities. That seemed really intentional to me in the show.” The Mod's colorful chrome repulsorcraft remind de León of lowriders that are popular in urban areas and come in car, motorcycle, and even bicycle versions. “They often have gorgeous, unique paint jobs, with bodies done in Kandy paint that's bright, shiny, and glittery.…

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Nute Gunray As the Viceroy of the Trade Federation, Nute Gunray was manipulated by Darth Sidious into invading Naboo. Although he evaded imprisonment, Gunray found refuge as a member of Count Dooku's Separatist Council, unaware that he had once again been lured into another facet of Palpatine's web of deceit. Queen Amidala Alarmed by the Trade Federation's invasion of her planet, Queen Amidala called for a no-confidence vote in Supreme Chancellor Valorum. While Amidala was motivated by a desire to save her people, she too had been duped by Senator Palpatine's scheme and unwittingly opened the door for him to be elected as the new Supreme Chancellor. Count Dooku Working in tandem with Palpatine, Count Dooku led the Separatists as they battled the Republic in the Clone Wars. However, Dooku…

32 BSW4: Darth Sidious (alias Senator Palpatine) manipulated the Trade Federation into a blockade of Naboo. Although the Trade Federation was defeated, they went on to become a covert supporter of the Separatist Movement. 24 BSW4: Count Dooku delivered the Raxus Address, a public repudiation of what he saw as the Republic's corruption. Dooku announced the creation of the Confederacy of Independent Systems and rallied other planets to become part of the Separatist Movement. 22 BSW4: The Separatist Crisis boiled over into an open conflict on Geonosis, where a Republic force composed of Jedi and clone troopers clashed with Separatist droids, igniting the devastatingly destructive Clone Wars. 21 BSW4: Separatist Senator Mina Bonteri championed peace talks between her government and the Republic. However, Bonteri was assassinated, an act which Count…

MANNY JACINTO: The Power of Two “I am a passionate fan of everything Star Wars-related,” says Ashla Stargazer, who visited a local convention with her sister, Era Leighway, when they heard that Manny Jacinto (Qimir and the Stranger in The Acolyte) was coming to town. “His character and performance really brought the show to a whole other level,” says Ashla about Jacinto's enigmatic, Force-wielding dark-sider. The fan was particularly enamored by The Acolyte's stunning and intricate duels. “The lightsaber battles were my favorite part, and some of the best choreography of any Star Wars project, in my opinion,” Ashla remarks. “He told us how much he appreciated fan support, as he poured his heart and soul into the role. We will treasure our meeting with such a kind-hearted Sith.”…

“YOU WANNA FIGHT? OR YOU WANNA WIN?” Evade the Empire and answer these questions related to Andor's second season. CASSIAN ANDOR'S CREW 1: From which planet did Cassian steal an experimental Imperial starfighter? A/ Ord Mantell B/ Sienar C/ Corellia D/ Scarif 2: Where were Brasso and his friends hiding? A/ Bursant B/ Mimban C/ Mina-Rau D/ Tatooine 3: A vision of which Imperial torturer haunted Bix Caleen's nightmares? A/ Doctor Gorst B/ Emperor Palpatine C/ Supervisor Blevin D/ Darth Vader 4: What type of ship did Cassian use to transport K-2SO's salvaged body to Yavin 4? A/ Lambda-class shuttle B/ Nebulon-B frigate C/ TIE Avenger D/ U-wing 5: After departing Yavin 4, where did Bix Caleen choose…

Brandon Wainerdi @ActuallyBrandon Brandon is a writer, digital strategist, and podcaster, with a prodigeous talent for crossword puzzles and a love for the Star Wars galaxy. Meg Dowell @Prefect_timing A journalist, blogger, and podcast host, Meg has interviewed many popular Star Wars authors for her “Now This is Lit” podcast. Chelsea Zukowski @ChelsZukowski Journalist, educator, and historian, Chelsea writes about popular culture from books and movies to theme parks and television. Landry Walker @LandryQWalker Landry Walker is a comic-book writer and sci-fi novelist who has written stories for famous superheroes and set in the galaxy far, far away. Melissa T. Miller @melissatruth Scientist and science writer Melissa visits Comic-Con every year to purchase new Star Wars paraphernalia for her pet dog. Jay Stobie @StobiesGalaxy Writer, media consultant, and Wookiee fan,…

NOW STREAMING Season Two Starring Diego Luna as Cassian Andor. Disney+ Starring Gaten Matarazzo as Sig Greebling, Tony Revolori as Dev Greebling, Bobby Moynihan as Jedi Bob, Marsai Martin as Yesi Scala. Disney+ COMING SOON Volume Three Disney+, October 29, 2025 POST PRODUCTION Starring Pedro Pascal and Sigourney Weaver Directed by Jon Favreau IN PRODUCTION Season Two Starring Rosario Dawson Disney+ Starring Ryan Gosling and Amy Adams Directed by Shawn Levy…

Guided by the light of a blade VIZ Media's thrilling new sequel-era Star Wars manga In this bold new Star Wars manga adventure from VIZ Media, written and illustrated by acclaimed creator Kenny Ruiz, fans will get to explore the galaxy under the iron fist of the First Order, in a story set shortly after the events of Star Wars: The Last Jedi. The groundbreaking tale, which has links to the High Republic era, follows the adventures of Nioka, a clever young tinkerer with big dreams and a mysterious past. Inspired by the legends of the Jedi and the heroism of Luke Skywalker, Nioka longs to wield a lightsaber, and to fight for a cause that's far greater than the servitude offered by the First Order. But when Nioka stumbles…

From the multiple puppeteers inside Jabba the Hutt at Elstree Studios to the luggabeast's performers in the Abu Dhabi desert, it can take a village of crewmembers to bring a Star Wars alien or creature to the screen. That was no different for the kind-hearted Myykian. In order to realize Robert Timothy Smith's performance as the Skeleton Crew's most nervous passenger, a team from Legacy Effects designed and operated an intricate animatronic costume based on a design by veteran concept artist Aaron McBride. A camera rig captured Smith's facial expressions during the shoot, while Kacie Barrowman donned the heavy animatronic Neel mask whose eyes, trunk, face, and ears were operated by multiple puppeteers just out of the shot. Both performances would be combined and enhanced by Industrial Light & Magic,…

Asked what Star Wars ship she would personally want to own, de León's answer would make her Mos Eisley mechanic Peli Motto's favorite customer. Even before watching The Book of Boba Fett, she dreamed of a Naboo N-1 starfighter with a resto mod—meaning it looks like a classic on the outside but has modern conveniences and technology inside. “That sequence was such a car culture moment. The design is beautiful and wellengineered, like a 1930s Chrysler,” says de León. Missing vapor manifold? No problem, so long as you've got a mechanic as intrepid as Motto on your side to fabricate some new parts. Fuel is always expensive, however, so de León suggests replacing the carburetor with a coaxium injection system. “It looks original on the outside, with its elegant lines,…

EXCLUSIVE EXCERPT! The Emperor's office at the pinnacle of the Imperial Executive Building was a large, imposing space dominated by the magnificent curve of the floor-toceiling window that spanned the far wall, with the angular form of the Emperor's throne positioned on a raised platform before it so he could, should the mood take him, gaze out on the Coruscant cityscape. Right now, the Emperor was indeed looking out from the office window. Behind the turned throne, Darth Vader knelt, head bowed, the deep, repeating rhythm of his respirator the only sound in the room. He and the Emperor were alone. The two scarlet-robed Royal Guards that provided customary, if perhaps unnecessary, security had been dismissed as soon as the Emperor's apprentice had arrived. Time passed. In the world outside,…

Following his unfathomable fall on Naboo, Darth Maul's vengeful return struck fear into many and eventually found him leading the Crimson Dawn criminal syndicate. As part of Sideshow's Mythos series, the Darth Maul Mythos Premium Format Figure envisions Maul's forgotten years as a disciple of the dark side. The immense quarter-scale presentation measures 25.39 inches tall, depicting the Zabrak leaping from Sith ruins bearing Emperor Palpatine's likeness. Robotic legs, an LED light-up lightsaber, and a fully sculpted costume composed of weathered black skirts, belts, and accoutrements round out the ensemble. Priced $970, the polystone Darth Maul Mythos Premium Format Figure is expected to ship between late 2025 and early 2026 and is available to pre-order on Sideshow.com.…

Even before E.T. ran into a trick-or-treater dressed as Yoda, Star Wars has been an essential part of Halloween. Bringing cosplay to fans of all ages, it's also a chance to celebrate the scarier side of the galaxy, with everything from haunting new tales to terrifying treats. No tricks this time, I promise. Pieces of Legends Past Jaxxon? Now that's a name I've not heard in a long time. Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy–Pieces of the Past debuted on Disney+ last month, and we've been living for the deep cuts and other references in this four-piece sequel series. Just when you thought it couldn't get more mixed up, Jaxxon the Lepi returns with a very meta observation on his existence thanks to the voice acting of Ben Schwartz. Read about…

A SITH LORD ASSEMBLED Witness as Darth Vader becomes more machine now than man After being left for dead on Mustafar, Anakin Skywalker was transported to Coruscant, where he awoke to find himself confined to the iconic life-supporting suit that would define his time as Darth Vader. Sideshow and Hot Toys have captured that powerful moment in their Darth Vader (Deluxe Version) Sixth Scale Collectible Figure, crafting an immensely detailed rendition of Vader's transformation. The figure comes complete with a helmeted head with detachable dome, a battle-damaged head sculpt, multiple pairs of interchangeable gloved hands, LED light-up lightsaber, operating table-themed base, two articulated droids, and much more. Standing over 13 3/4-inches tall, the Darth Vader (Deluxe Version) Sixth Scale Collectible Figure retails for $495 on Sideshow.com. DEATH STAR DEFENDER Protect…

OCTOBER Han Solo: Hunt for the Falcon #2 Marvel Comics Writer: Rodney Barnes Artist & Cover Artist: Ramon Rosanas Legacy of Vader #9 Marvel Comics Writer: Charles Soule Artist: Stefano Raffaele Cover Artist: Derrick Chew Doctor Aphra: Chaos Agent #5 Marvel Comics Writer: Cherish Chen Artist: Steven Cummings Cover Artist: Ejikure NOVEMBER Hyperspace Stories: Tides of Terror #3 Dark Horse Comics Writer: George Mann Artists: Luis Morocho & Le Beau Underwood Cover Artist: Eduardo Mello Tales from the Nightlands #3 Dark Horse Comics Writer: Cavan Scott Artist: Robert Hack Cover Artist: Francesco Francavilla…

Darth Vader remains one of the most written-about characters in Star Wars, with a wealth of books and comics exploring the former Jedi's journey into darkness. But just when you might think there couldn't possibly be more to reveal about the iconic Sith Lord, another story emerges that looks at Vader in a whole new way. Adam Christopher's new novel, Master of Evil, puts the focus on the fallen Jedi's exploits directly after the events of Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith. That the entire story takes place in a narrative gap between events in Charles Soule's 2017 Darth Vader comic series proves that there is always room in a galaxy far, far away to expand upon what we think we already know about the man beneath the black helmet.…

Wave 1 The Eye of Darkness Writer: George Mann Random House Worlds, Adult novel l Avar Kriss is trapped behind the Stormwall, a barrier which places part of the Outer Rim under Nihil occupation. The Jedi work to dismantle the Stormwall, while also contending with Marchion Ro and his horde of Nameless creatures.. “We always knew it was going to be the book where the Jedi have lost,” says George Mann. “It introduced a new status quo. Marchion Ro has won and the Stormwall is going up. I had lots of conversations with the team about where all our characters were going; talking about setting up a trajectory that was going to take us through to the end. “There was this specific moment that unlocked the book for me, where…

01 “NEEL” AND “BAZIL” BY K.WOO “I keep an ever-growing list of characters and images I enjoy from different fandoms, and each week I randomly choose a few to draw,” says artist K.Woo. “Star Wars is a fandom I've been in forever, so it's represented a lot on the prompt list. I always enjoy drawing characters from the Star Wars galaxy—there's so much variety and richness that it's a different experience every time, and it's an especially fun challenge to try to capture the personalities of the droids and creatures.” 02 “YORD” BY DANIELE GAVERINT Daniele Gaverini's interest in Yord Fandar began even before Star Wars: The Acolyte debuted on Disney+, as he was captivated by the character's appearance in the series’ trailer. “I love the High Republic era a…

For cosplayer Ceit Ryder, a lifelong enthusiasm for Star Wars began with her memories of the original trilogy. “I've been a Star Wars fan since I was a kid, when the original trilogy aired on television on consecutive nights. Our dad sat us kids down and said, ‘You need to watch this!’ And the rest of the summer we played rebels versus stormtroopers in the backyard,” she remembers. “In high school, I found the novels and fell in love with the Heir to the Empire trilogy. I read all three in about a week and a half.” A passion for Star Wars films and literature ultimately inspired Ceit's own creative pursuits, particularly as they related to her costuming background. “Surprisingly, I was a costumer as a teen and in college…