Comics With Kenobi

There's a soap-opera style appeal to the latest issue of Doctor Aphra, the lone Marvel Star Wars comic that Jeff McGee and Matt Moore sat down to discuss in detail in this episode.Also in the fray with issue 18?Weird but wonderful horror and bio-warfare experiments never seen before.As for news? Jaxxon's back in canon and he's bringing Amaiza with him! While we were aware the Lepi's return was imminent, writer Cavan Scott shed a great deal more light about the character bouncing back into the Star Wars firmament. He, artist Mauricet and colorist Chris Fenoglio have written backup story to Star Wars Adventures Annual 1, which is out April 18.Want a copy?Head to your local comics shop and give them pre-order code FEB180374.The new Star Wars comics out this week include:_ Star Wars #46_ Star Wars Vol. 7 TPB_ Star Wars: A New Hope -- 40th Anniversary Hardcover Collection

Marvel's Star Wars comics have a new group editor, while Charles Soule has offered up some splendid detail about the Poe Dameron series in an interview at Marvel.com about its past and its future, making our discussion of Poe Dameron #25 that more involved. In Star Wars #45, Kieron Gillen was very prescient about the role milk plays in the life of Luke Skywalker.We also want to be sure you're aware of the Looking for Leia project, an edifying and entertaining docu-series that should -- we hope -- find a home on a streaming service, sooner than later.The new Star Wars comics out this week include:_ Doctor Aphra #18_ Star Wars Adventures #8_ A Star Wars Comic #14

We're doing the time warp as Star Wars continuity takes a hit, then course corrects (at least digitally) as we dive into Darth Vader #13 and see Imperial philosophy up close and personal in Thrawn #2. There's even a mystery Jedi that has us pondering the events of Christie Golden's Dark Disciple novel.Not included? News that inaugural line editor Jordan D. White is stepping down to take over as group editor Marvel's X-books. Taking his place as Star Wars group editor is Mark Paniccia. A change at the top is likely to augur even more down below. What's to come? We'll find out. We'll have thoughts about the change in next week's episode.The new Star Wars comics out this week include:_ Star Wars #45_ Poe Dameron #25

A flood of departures washes over Marvel and IDW comics, including long-time editor Heather Antos of Marvel and IDW chief creative officer Chris Ryall PR guru and super scribe Steven Scott.Meanwhile, there's news to be had about Star Wars Adventures' Free Comic Book Day offering, LINE's decision to adapt Claudia Gray's novel, Leia, Princess of Alderaan, for its web site starting in May, Star Wars' comics return to the industry's monthly Top 10 sales charts and some conjecture about Jaxxon.And did we mention that we parse, dissect and discuss Star Wars #44, the beginning of a new story arc focused on Mon Cala?It's true. We do.The new Star Wars comics out this week include:_ Darth Vader #13_ Thrawn #2

Vader tells his haters "Later!" and learns a lesson about what it means to not just hold power, but be its fist, too, (here's a hint: Friend are hard to come by), as Comics With Kenobi tackles Star Wars: Darth Vader #12, talk about the news of Jaxxon's return to the canon and toss out some recommendations for those seeeking to dive deeper into the Dark Horse Comics-published library of Star Wars comics.Star Wars comics out this week include:_ Star Wars Adventures #7_ Star Wars #44

Doctor Aphra's feeling conflicted and Hera Syndulla finds herself in a dangerous situation as Comics With Kenobi celebrates its 50th episode by doing exactly what we've done since we began back in 2015!Jeff McGee and Matt More breakdown the events of Marvel's Star Wars: Doctor Aphra #17 and discuss the edifying interview that Newsarama's Chris Arrant did with Marvel Star Wars comics editor Jordan D. White.The new Star Wars comics out this week include:_ Star Wars: Darth Vader (Vol. 2) #12_ Star Wars: Jedi of the Republic -- Mace Windu TPB

Terex has a bolt loose, Vader's got a price on his head and Thrawn's locks are luscious.We're beyond head canon in this episode of Comics With Kenobi as Jeff McGee and Matt Moore dive into Star Wars: Poe Dameron #24, Star Wars: Darth Vader #11 and the much anticipated debut of the first issue of the six-issue Star Wars: Thrawn adaptation of Timothy Zahn's 2017 novel.We also break down the reveals about comics from Marvel and IDW Publishing that tie in to May's release of Solo: A Star Wars Story and what effect they, and the film, will have on those titles, as well as information about Doctor Aphra making the leap from the pages of comics to the shelves of toy collectors, too, thanks to loyal fans and Hasbro.The new Star Wars comics out this week include:_ Doctor Aphra #17

Kieron Gillen's first arc on Marvel's flagship monthly Star Wars title comes to an end and sets the stage for something more hopeful going forward.With just one issue to discuss, that gives us time to address some listener mail and what great questions we got from Ryan Sime, Cameron Kieffer and Sam Bradbury, too. We think you'll like what they asked and what we answered.The new Star Wars comics out this week include:_ Darth Vader #11_ Poe Dameron #24_ Thrawn #1 (This is the first issue of a six-part adaptation of Timothy Zahn's 2017 Thrawn novel.)

IDW Publishing's Forces of Destiny draws to a close, readers find out what, exactly, got DJ into that jail cell in Canto Bight and Doctor Aphra proves that yes, Watts, she can deliver a kiss that kills.Join us for the latest episode as we examine the ins and outs of Star Wars: The Last Jedi -- DJ: Most Wanted, Doctor Aphra #16 and Star Wars: Forces of Destiny -- Rose & Paige.In news, we discuss the announcement of The Last Jedi six-issue mini-series adaptation of the film, noting, with some satisfaction that it will feature never-before-seen material. Written by Gary Whitta and illustrated by Michael Walsh and Mike Spicer, the first two issues will be out in May.The new Star Wars comics out this week include:_ Star Wars #43

Three issues, including the now bi-monthly A Star Wars Comic. Poe Dameron wings closer to The Force Awakens and Ahsoka learns when to adapt in Forces of Destiny.Mon Cala features in April's issues of Star Wars and Darth Vader. Matt Leahy asks: Should there be more opportunities for tie-in stories, such as the Vader Down crossover event? Free Comic Book Day is May 5 and IDW will release a Cavan Scott-penned and Derek Charm-illustrated Star Wars Adventures story featuring bounty hunters Zuckuss and 4-LOM set before A New Hope. Out May 1 is the English translation of the Lost Stars manga, adapted from Claudia Gray's novel. Star Wars comics out this week:_ The Last Jedi -- DJ: Most Wanted_ Forces of Destiny -- Rose & Paige_ Doctor Aphra #16Send us a note and tell us what you thought of the show or share a recipe. Here's one from listener Andrew Firewolf:Chili Casserole_Two bags Fritos or one bag of a thick-style tortilla chips (think Mission Tortilla Chips)_ Shredded cheese (your choice)_ Two cans chili (perf

It's a pair of powerful stories as both Marvel and IDW Publishing's Star Wars comics deliver potent writing that ties into ongoing events in Star Wars: Rebels and builds a bridge to Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.Writers Kieron Gillen and Devin Grayson have penned separate yet equally weighted missives on on what it means to lead and be led in the pages of Star Wars #42 and Star Wars: Forces of Destiny -- Hera.In news, checkout the interviews that action-figure variant cover artist John Tyler Christopher did with Wookiee Radio and listen to Marvel editor Heather Antos on the new Steele Wars podcast episode that was recorded live in New York.We also broke down the top-selling Star Wars comics for 2017, with some notable surprises as to what was in demand and what wasn't.The new Star Wars comics out this week include:_ Star Wars: Poe Dameron #23_ Star Wars: Forces of Destiny -- Ahsoka & Padme_ A Star Wars Comic: Allies

From Phasma to Porgs, writer Delilah S. Dawson is a fan favorite among Star Wars literati and, now, thanks to her work on IDW Publishing's Star Wars Adventures and Star Wars: Forces of Destiny, comics, too.A writer of renown and long-time Star Wars fan, she joined us to talk about her stories in Star Wars Adventures #5 and #6, as well as the upcoming Forces of Destiny -- Rose and Paige, along with her career putting pen to paper to create such stirring stories.So sit back and enjoy this Comics With Kenobi conversation and afterward, be sure to check out Dawson's web site, www.whimsydark.com, and follow her on Twitter, too.

Marvel's team behind Darth Vader Vol. 2 delivers a knockout punch, a history lesson and road map for the future in the pages of issue #10, while in IDW Publishing's latest Forces of Destiny offering focused on Rey suffers no sophomore slump.In news, we mark the third anniversary of Marvel's Star Wars comics (visit Jedi Bibliothek for more detail). We also learn who those Force-sensitive kids in Darth Vader #10 are, whom they were inspired by and why such Easter eggs are in comics.The new Star Wars comics out this week include:_ Star Wars #42_ Star Wars Adventures #6_ Star Wars: Forces of Destiny -- Hera

IDW Publishing makes a strong debut with the first of its five-issue Star Wars: Forces of Destiny series, while in the pages of Marvel's flagship Star Wars monthly, Luke Skywalker's bright light dims as he tackles a very real vestige of the dark side on the Jedha moon in issue 41 of Star Wars.In news, comics fans who enjoy reading head canon should take a look at the latest offering from Sam Bradbury, a budding comics writer and artist from Manchester in the U.K.The first issue of his series, titled "Spark of Defiance," is available on the Bradbury Comics web site.Also, a question: Why was Marvel editor Heather Antos watching "Revenge of the Sith" for work?  We have some half-hearted, humorous and wholly ill-informed guesses.Star Wars comics out this week include:_ Darth Vader #10_ Star Wars: Forces of Destiny — Rey

Luke goes missing and Leia goes undercover, while Emil Graf shares stories about how bullies can be overcome not by force, but by compassion, and gives us a history of ... PORGS!The Young Padawans -- Emily and Micah -- join Amy, Jeff and Matt to talk about the tales told in IDW Publishing's Star Wars Adventures #4 and #5.Both issues feature stories written by Ben Acker and Ben Blacker, Landry Q. Walker and Delilah S. Dawson, with art by Eric Jones, Annie Wu and Arianna Florean, colors by Charlie Kirchoff and Lee Loughridge and letters by Tom B. Long and Christa Miesner.And let's not forget the editorial guidance from Peter Adrian Behravesh, Bobby Curnow and Denton J. Tipton, too!We guarantee it to be porg-tastic!

Bravestarr's Tex Hex makes his Star Wars Saga debut, while Mace Windu gets a lesson in humility -- or does he? -- in the Marvel-published Star Wars comics that were released Dec. 27.Were they worth the time and money? Listen as Jeff and Matt discuss each issue' pros and cons, as well as news that A Star Wars Comic will begin is second year on Jan. 25 with issue #13.The comics we read this week include:_ Star Wars: Jedi of the Republic -- Mace Windu #5_ The Last Jedi: Storms of CraitThe new Star Wars comics out the week of Jan. 1, include:_ Star Wars #40_ Star Wars: Forces of Destiny -- Leia

Crooks, cons, mercs, ne'er do wells and a loving tribute to Carrie Fisher on the first anniversary of her untimely passing.It's all that, plus details about Star Wars: Rebels' Hera Syndulla's upcoming appearances in IDW Publishing's Star Wars: Forces of Destiny mini series and March's Doctor Aphra #18, as well as the Loot Crate-only edition of Star Wars Adventures' Destroyer Down 60-page comic book.The comics we read this week include:_ Doctor Aphra #15_ Poe Dameron #22_ A Star Wars Comic #12New Star Wars comics out today, Dec. 27, include:_Star Wars: Jedi of the Republic -- Mace Windu #5_Star Wars: The Last Jedi -- Storms of Crait One-Shot_ Star Wars Adventures #5

This week's episode brings us news about the upcoming The Last Jedi: Storms of Crait one shot out Dec. 27, some decidedly nonspoilery talk about Star Wars: The Last Jedi film as well as conversation about the preceding week's Star Wars comics from Marvel and Jim Mello and Alex Ray's first-ever annual for A Star Wars Comic.Comics reviewed this week include:_ Star Wars #40_ Darth Vader #9_ A Star Wars Comic Annual #1: The Last Jedi 

It’s an extra-special special episode as we sit down with Alex Ray and Jim Mello, co-creators of the wildly popular and strikingly imaginative A Star Wars Comic as we mark the completion of a year’s worth of stories and tales from a galaxy far, far away in our respective head canon.They’ve taken us — and you — from one end of the Star Wars galaxy to another, introducing new characters alongside with old favorites. In short, it’s been a wild ride and while we knew it’s time would come to an end with the final six-page issue on Dec. 27.Except for one thing: WE WERE WRONG! Listen to find out why!

Plenty to be thankful for when it came to Marvel's November slate of Star Wars comics, including a pair of double-dips for the Star Wars and Darth Vader series. Reading Poe Dameron gave us all kinds of feels, especially if you harbor affection for not just Leia Organa, but Padme Amidala.Meanwhile, Alex Ray and Jim Mello struck gold with their latest issue of A Star Wars Comic where a Gonk droid serves as the focal point of a certain view from A New Hope. It's a shame the series is drawing to a close, but we've got high hopes they'll find a way to keep it going.Star Wars comics reviewed this month, include:Star Wars #38 and #39Doctor Aphra #14Darth Vader #7 and #8Poe Dameron #21A Star Wars Comic #11Star Wars: Jedi of the Republic — Mace Windu #4