Marvel Comics has been slowly rolling out details surrounding their next era of Star Wars comics taking place post Return the Jedi, and today, that picture becomes far more clear surrounding the Battle of Jakku. That era begins with Star Wars: The Battle of Jakku, written by Alex Segura with art by a team consisting of Leonard Kirk, Stefano Raffaele, Jethro Morales, and Luke Ross. Launching on October 2nd, the Battle of Jakku will be told across three limited series: Insurgency Rising, Republic Under Siege, and Last Stand.
“It’s an unbelievable honor to be able to tell this lost story of Star Wars history, alongside so many amazing artists, in the pages of the three BATTLE OF JAKKU limited series,” Segura said. “Our story will be epic in scope – involving all the major characters you love, plus some new, exciting additions to the mythos. We’ll not only give readers a front-row seat to the final battle of the Galactic Civil War – we’ll reframe the aftermath of the Battle of Endor and introduce a new, menacing threat that will keep our heroes guessing.”
So what’s the Battle of Jakku about?
Set after Return of the Jedi, the saga will be centered around the never-before-told final moments of the Galactic Civil War. First introduced in Star Wars: The Force Awakens as Rey scavenged amongst its wreckage, the Battle of Jakku was a pivotal turning point for the galaxy. On the sandy dunes of Jakku, the scattered forces of the Empire made their desperate last stand after their secret base was discovered by the Rebellion, who were determined to destroy them once and for all so that the New Republic could thrive! Now, fans will witness this pivotal moment in Star Wars canon for the first time ever!
Starring core characters like Luke and Leia as well as new heroes and villains who were instrumental during this thrilling period, the three Battle of Jakku series will bridge the gap between the Original Trilogy and the Sequel Trilogy like never before, revealing key insights behind the aftermath of the Battle of Endor and the Empire’s demise, including the Emperor’s secret contingency plans; and introduce the shocking power-hungry threats that emerged during this time of uncertainty!
Segura added, “The goal for all of us is to turn up the volume and make sure this adventure stands shoulder-to-shoulder with the other stories of the era. As the Empire collapses, a new darkness arises!”
New York, NY— August 29, 2024 — This October, a new era of Star Wars comic book storytelling begins in STAR WARS: THE BATTLE OF JAKKU! Written by acclaimed, award-winning author Alex Segura (Star Wars: Poe Dameron – Free Fall, Edge of Spider-Verse) and drawn by a team of superstar artistic talent–Leonard Kirk, Stefano Raffaele, Jethro Morales, and Luke Ross—STAR WARS: THE BATTLE OF JAKKU will be told across three limited series: Insurgency Rising, Republic Under Siege, and Last Stand.
Set after Return of the Jedi, the saga will be centered around the never-before-told final moments of the Galactic Civil War. First introduced in Star Wars: The Force Awakens as Rey scavenged amongst its wreckage, the Battle of Jakku was a pivotal turning point for the galaxy. On the sandy dunes of Jakku, the scattered forces of the Empire made their desperate last stand after their secret base was discovered by the Rebellion, who were determined to destroy them once and for all so that the New Republic could thrive! Now, fans will witness this pivotal moment in Star Wars canon for the first time ever!
Starring core characters like Luke and Leia as well as new heroes and villains who were instrumental during this thrilling period, the three Battle of Jakku series will bridge the gap between the Original Trilogy and the Sequel Trilogy like never before, revealing key insights behind the aftermath of the Battle of Endor and the Empire’s demise, including the Emperor’s secret contingency plans; and introduce the shocking power-hungry threats that emerged during this time of uncertainty!
“It’s an unbelievable honor to be able to tell this lost story of Star Wars history, alongside so many amazing artists, in the pages of the three BATTLE OF JAKKU limited series,” Segura said. “Our story will be epic in scope – involving all the major characters you love, plus some new, exciting additions to the mythos. We’ll not only give readers a front-row seat to the final battle of the Galactic Civil War – we’ll reframe the aftermath of the Battle of Endor and introduce a new, menacing threat that will keep our heroes guessing. The goal for all of us is to turn up the volume and make sure this adventure stands shoulder-to-shoulder with the other stories of the era. As the Empire collapses, a new darkness arises!”
Check out the full scope of STAR WARS: BATTLE OF JAKKU below, including the main covers for all three series, and preorder STAR WARS: BATTLE OF JAKKU — INSURGENCY RISING #1 at your local comic shop today! For more information, visit Marvel.com.
STAR WARS: BATTLE OF JAKKU — INSURGENCY RISING #1 – 75960620964400111
Written by ALEX SEGURA
Art by LEONARD KIRK & STEFANO RAFFAELE
Cover by PHIL NOTO
On Sale 10/2
STAR WARS: BATTLE OF JAKKU — INSURGENCY RISING #2 – 75960620964400211
Written by ALEX SEGURA
Art by LEONARD KIRK
Cover by PHIL NOTO
On Sale 10/16
STAR WARS: BATTLE OF JAKKU — INSURGENCY RISING #3 – 75960620964400311
Written by ALEX SEGURA
Art by JETHRO MORALES & LEONARD KIRK
Cover by PHIL NOTO
On Sale 10/30
STAR WARS: BATTLE OF JAKKU — INSURGENCY RISING #4 – 75960620964400411
Written by ALEX SEGURA
Art by JETHRO MORALES & LEONARD KIRK
Cover by PHIL NOTO
On Sale 11/6
