The tale of Darth Vader's transformation continues! Bounty Hunters are on the attack, and Vader has been given a new mission for the Empire. Unfortunately, it's completely at odds with his own personal mission. What's a Dark Lord to do? Darth Vader and Aphra continue their alliance - but how long will it last? And who is Tagge's mysterious new agent? One fact is certain: When Aphra's private investigation on behalf of Vader comes crashing headlong into Vader's investigation on behalf of the Empire, the results will be deadly! Collecting DARTH VADER #7-12. Rated T

(W) Kieron Gillen (A) Salvador Larroca, Leinil Yu (CA) Leinil Yu 'One of the greatest antagonists in all of fiction returns to Marvel in his very first solo ongoing series! Fresh from a stinging defeat at the hands of the Rebel Alliance, Darth Vader must rise again to reassert the Empire's iron grip on the galaxy. But will his personal desire for vengeance against the young Jedi who destroyed the Death Star distract from Vader's duty to the Emperor? As a fateful quest begins, the Dark Lord of the Sith will face a fresh threat to his power. And as other villains old and new play their parts - from Boba Fett and Jabba the Hutt to diabolical debutant Aphra, as well as the killer droids Triple Zero and Bee Tee - how long until Vader's dangerous alliances blow up in his face? Join Darth Vader and feel the power of the dark side! COLLECTING: Darth Vader (2015) 1-12, 1 Director's Cut; Darth Vader Annual (2015) 1' Rated T

(W) Kieron Gillen (A) Salvador Larroca (CA) Juan Gimenez Darth Vader in partnership with a sworn enemy! As the Dark Lord of the Sith allies with Sab?, once the handmaiden of Padm? Amidala, who is leading whom to their doom? A deep secret is revealed, and it all leads back to Padm? - and her last words. As Vader targets a corrupt Imperial governor, is he still driven by his quest for order - or has his encounter with shades from the past awoken new motivations? Meanwhile, few figures in the galaxy are more different than Sab? and the assassin Ochi of Bestoon. So when they're forced to work together and the knives inevitably come out, who's still standing at the end? Plus: We all know about Anakin Skywalker's aversion to finely ground particulate matter - and now there's a sandstorm coming for Darth Vader! Collecting STAR WARS: DARTH VADER #23-27. RATED T

(W) Jason Aaron, Kieron Gillen (A) John Cassaday, Various (CA) John Cassaday A new age of Star Wars storytelling begins! The ragtag Rebel Alliance has just destroyed the massive Death Star, but the Empire isn't toppled yet! Join Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, Han Solo, Chewbacca, C-3PO and R2-D2 as they continue the fight for freedom against Darth Vader and the evil Emperor! But when a rebel assault goes wrong, Luke comes face to face with Vader himself! Luke's quest to learn about the Jedi leads to an encounter with Boba Fett and lands him in the Arena of Death! Meanwhile, Han and Leia face a mysterious woman from the charming smuggler's past - one with a very personal grudge! And when Vader crash-lands on a desolate world, is this the rebels' best chance to defeat him? Collecting STAR WARS (2015) #1-14 and #1 DIRECTOR'S CUT, STAR WARS: VADER DOWN, and DARTH VADER (2015) #13-15. Rated T

(W) Greg Pak (A) Guiu Vilanova, Raffaele Ienco (CA) Aaron Kuder The next critical new chapter in Darth Vader's ongoing evolution! Returned to the fold after his rebellion against the Emperor, Darth Vader faces the horrors of reconstruction in the secret laboratories of Coruscant. As he blacks out under the knife, does the Dark Lord of the Sith still dream of revenge against his master? Or do his thoughts drift toward his son - and the friends who make Luke Skywalker so vulnerable? Featuring the revelation of the first time Vader learned the name Han Solo! As Vader and Ochi of Bestoon embark on a search for Solo's carbonite-frozen body, who is the Umbaran? What happens when she emerges from the darkness? And what will a raging War of the Bounty Hunters mean for the Dark Lord's ongoing schemes? Collecting STAR WARS: DARTH VADER #12-17. Rated T

(W) Greg Pak (A) Luke Ross & Various (CA) Rahzzah Darth Vader, whom she believed murdered her queen. But Sab? has learned Vader's greatest secret, and now she fights at his side - believing that someday she may prove there is still good in him. What happens when the Handmaiden finally comes face-to-face with the Emperor, who knows all of her secrets? As the Queen's Shadow enters the crucible, will Vader let her burn? Plus: Three decades ago, Anakin Skywalker slaughtered Wat Tambor, leader of the Techno Union. So who is the pirate Jul Tambor, and what is he planning on Skako Minor? As this revolutionary faces down Darth Vader, Sab? must pick a side! Collecting STAR WARS: DARTH VADER (2020) #28-32. Rated T

A new chapter in the Sith Lord's saga begins here! 'Join me, and together we can rule the galaxy as father and son!' In the shattering climax of The Empire Strikes Back, Darth Vader revealed his true relationship to Luke Skywalker and invited his son to stand at his side. But a horrified Luke chose to plunge into the abyss beneath Cloud City rather than turn to the Dark Side. Now Vader embarks on a bloody mission of rage-filled revenge against everything and everyone who helped to hide and corrupt his only son. But Vader must overcome shocking new challenges from his own dark past, including a hauntingly familiar face that will challenge everything he knows! Collecting STAR WARS: DARTH VADER #1-5. Rated T

(W) Greg Pak (A) Guiu Vilanova, Raffaele Ienco (CA) Ryan Stegman Red revenge! Lady Qi'ra not only insulted the Empire, but challenged it. In the end, Darth Vader showed her criminal organization that the Empire is not to be toyed with. But now, fearful whispers echo in every corner of the Empire: Darth Vader is on the hunt, searching for anyone with any connection to the Crimson Dawn. How deep has the Dawn infiltrated the galaxy, and are all their operations worthy of Vader's wrath? In the bowels of Bespin, Darth Vader once told his son he wanted to bring order to the galaxy. Now his promise is put to the test as he leads an unlikely crew of heroes and assassins against the Crimson Dawn! But everything gets thrown into question with the shocking return of Sab?, handmaiden of Padm? Amidala! Collecting STAR WARS: DARTH VADER (2020) #18-22. Rated T

(W) Greg Pak, Kieron Gillen (A) Adam Gorham, Various (CA) Leinil Yu When the Dark Lord of the Sith loses control of the Force, nothing is safe - not even his own Star Dreadnought! But in the face of total destruction, Commander Sab? finds an opportunity. Does Vader's untrammeled onslaught expose a vulnerability? Or is it just another doorway to the terrifying tyranny of the Sith? According to the Jedi, fear leads to anger and anger leads to hate. But does hate lead to suffering - or power? Caught in a maelstrom, Sab? must finally confront the horrifying consequences of her choice to serve Darth Vader. Will she choose darkness over light? Are things so bad for Vader that he would reach out to his one-time ally Doctor Aphra for help? And where Aphra goes, will the killer droids Triple-Zero and Beetee follow? Collecting STAR WARS: DARTH VADER (2020) #33-36 and DARTH VADER (2015) #3. Rated T

(W) John Wagner, Various (A) Kilian Plunkett, Various (CA) Hugh Fleming The saga of Darth Vader continues as the Empire is rocked by treason! In the wake of DARK DROIDS, Vader explores his powers and takes on the most dangerous team of rebel heroes he's ever faced! Meanwhile, the greatest threat to the Emperor's rule is rising - from within the Empire itself! Will the Dark Lord quell this insurrection?or join it? Palpatine's aide and double agent, the Umbaran Sly Moore nurtures her conspirators! Kitster and Wald return - along with the death machinery of Governor Tauntaza! But when a group of betrayers comes together, how long will it be until they turn on one other? Plus: A rebel squad of cyborgs brings chaos - and meet Vader's enforcers! But what treasure or horror lies within the Martyrium of Frozen Tears? Collecting STAR WARS: DARTH VADER (2020) #42-45, STAR WARS: THE PHANTOM MENACE 25TH ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL and material from STAR WARS: REVELATIONS (2023) #1. Rated T

(W) Greg Pak (A) Raffaele Ienco (CA) Leinil Yu Curse of the Jedi - a DARK DROIDS tie-in! Killer droids have taken over Darth Vader's flagship! Will the lessons of Jedi Masters Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan save the man who was once Anakin Skywalker from the corruption of the Scourge - or make him a tool for its galactic conquest? To survive a war on two fronts - against a horde of Scourged and the forces of the Empire itself - Vader must reclaim his control over the Force by exploring his deepest hatred. But who does the Dark Lord of the Sith hate more than anyone else in the galaxy? As terror comes to Coruscant, will Darth Vader be taken over by the Scourge - or the other way around? Brace yourself for a shocking twist that digs deep into Vader's very identity - and future! Collecting STAR WARS: DARTH VADER #37-41. Rated T

(W) Jason Aaron, Various (A) Leonard Kirk, Various (CA) Taurin Clarke Exciting tales from a galaxy of talents featuring the Dark Lord of the Sith! Jason Aaron returns to the world of Star Wars, teaming with artist Leonard Kirk to present a new tale of terror! Peach Momoko spins a story in her signature style! Daniel Warren Johnson brings Vader to life like never before! David Pepose makes his Star Wars debut! Marc Bernardin takes Vader on a mission you won't soon forget! Frank Tieri sends the Sith lord to the planet Hoth! And Steve Orlando goes cerebral with the corruption of Darth Vader's mind! And more chilling tales of evil told in stark black and white - and the crimson glow of a lightsaber! Collecting STAR WARS: DARTH VADER - BLACK, WHITE & RED #1-4. Rated T

(W) Jason Aaron, Various (A) Leonard Kirk, Various (CA) Taurin Clarke Exciting tales from a galaxy of talents featuring the Dark Lord of the Sith! Jason Aaron returns to the world of Star Wars, teaming with artist Leonard Kirk to present a new tale of terror! Peach Momoko spins a story in her signature style! Daniel Warren Johnson brings Vader to life like never before! David Pepose makes his Star Wars debut! Marc Bernardin takes Vader on a mission you won't soon forget! Frank Tieri sends the Sith lord to the planet Hoth! And Steve Orlando goes cerebral with the corruption of Darth Vader's mind! And more chilling tales of evil told in stark black and white - and the crimson glow of a lightsaber! Collecting STAR WARS: DARTH VADER - BLACK, WHITE & RED #1-4. Rated T

(W) Greg Pak (A) Raffaele Ienco (CA) Inhyuk Lee Darth Vader failed to turn his son, Luke Skywalker, to the dark side. Vader sought revenge against those who hid Luke from him for all these years?and in doing so nearly betrayed his master. It did not go unnoticed by Palpatine?and now it is time for Vader's next lesson. Now, left battered and broken by his punishment, the Dark Lord drags himself across the scorched surface of Mustafar with vengeance on his mind! But as Vader closes in on the key to Palpatine's greatest secret, the deadly assassin Ochi of Bestoon stands in his way. Vader and Ochi are in for the fight of their lives, with the fate of the Emperor in the balance - but how much of this deadly scenario is Palpatine's grand plan? Collecting STAR WARS: DARTH VADER #6-11. Rated T

(W) Kieron Gillen (A) Leinil Francis Yu, Salvador Larroca (CA) Kaare Andrews The Dark Lord of the Sith's unstoppable march continues! The natives of Shu-Torun are revolting, and there's no way the Empire will stand for that. When Darth Vader is tasked with leading a military assault against the planet, could it be that his rise to glory has begun? But who will follow Vader into war? Would you? Then again, it's better to fight alongside Vader than against him. That's a lesson that the ore barons are about to learn. Collecting DARTH VADER #16-19 and ANNUAL #1. Rated T

(W) Charles Soule (A/CA) Giuseppe Camuncoli Jocasta Nu, the Jedi Temple librarian, is making a desperate effort to gather and preserve whatever she can of the Jedi legacy after the purge. Vader and the Grand Inquisitor cannot let her succeed. They are sent after Jocasta by Palpatine, who views her as a particular threat - for her knowledge makes her almost a one-woman Jedi Order, and that must be stopped. So why has the Emperor commanded Vader to keep Jocasta alive? And what secret information will she risk everything to protect? Meanwhile, Vader discovers that an expensive bounty has been placed on his head! Who would dare try to challenge the Dark Lord's place in the Empire? Darth Vader's story continues! Collecting DARTH VADER (2017) #7-12. Rated T

(A) Various Feel the power of the Dark Side! The deadliest villain in the galaxy, Darth Vader, is celebrated in this sinister poster book - giving you an instant collection of the Dark Lord of the Sith's finest Marvel Comics artwork! Darth Vader's grandeur and glory is captured by some of the industry's finest talents, including those that graced Vader's two ongoing series - Salvador Larroca and Giuseppe Camuncoli! And don't forget the many other artists who have depicted the Emperor's ruthless right hand on dozens of awe-inspiring covers, pages and pinups - from Adi Granov to Alex Ross and more! As you gaze in wonder on Marvel's visions of Vader, you are sure to hear the Imperial March in your head. It's a gallery of masterpieces worthy of framing in every room of your house - until you find your lack of wall space disturbing! All Ages

(W) John Ostrander, Various (A) Luke Ross, Various (CA) Luke Ross Cult favorite Star Wars comics from the Star Wars Legends era of storytelling! Let the dark times begin! Marvel welcomes Star Wars to the Epic Collection program, with the first volume of a series focusing on the years that follow Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith! After the end of the Clone Wars, the Republic has fallen and Palpatine exerts his ruthless grip on his new Galactic Empire. Now, the few Jedi that remain must decide whether to hold true to their faith, or abandon it completely in the face of a brutal purge - one carried out by the new Dark Lord of the Sith. Rise, Darth Vader! COLLECTING: STAR WARS: REPUBLIC #78-80; STAR WARS: PURGE, PURGE - SECONDS TO DIE, PURGE - THE HIDDEN BLADE ONE-SHOTS; STAR WARS: PURGE - THE TYRANT'S FIST #1-2; STAR WARS: DARTH VADER AND THE LOST COMMAND #1-5; and STAR WARS: DARK TIMES #1-5 Rated T

(W/A) Various Star Wars Insider, the official magazine of the Star Wars saga, presents an amazing collection of tales from the galaxy far, far away. Featuring short stories starring familiar characters such as Han Solo, Princess Leia, Lando Calrissian and Darth Vader, this collection also includes tales featuring supporting characters such as Darth Plagueis, Hondo Ohnaka, Captain Rex, and Darth Revan. Featuring renowned best-selling Star Wars authors including Jason Fry, Matthew Stover, John Ostrander, and Paul S. Kemp, this volume also includes stunning art from some of the sagas best-loved interpreters, including Joe Corroney, Brian Rood, Jan Duursema, and Magali Villeneuve.

(W) Jeremy Barlow (A) Juan Frigeri (CA) Chris Scalf Getting cut in half by Obi-Wan Kenobi and being rejected by his former Sith Master Darth Sidious isn't going to defeat Darth Maul. In fact, it only makes him mad enough to take on the galaxy - alongside an army of Mandalorians! After forming the Shadow Collective - a criminal organization composed of the Hutts, Black Sun, Mandalorians and fearsome Nightbrothers - Maul wages war against Darth Sidious and his generals, Count Dooku and General Grievous! Adapted from unproduced teleplays for Season Six of The Clone Wars TV series, this is the final chapter planned for Darth Maul's saga. Collecting STAR WARS: DARTH MAUL - SON OF DATHOMIR #1-4 and material from STAR WARS TALES #7-9. Rated T

The Empire rules the galaxy - but for how long? When high-level Imperial officers plot to overthrow the Emperor, Vader must stop them - with the help of Boba Fett! Meanwhile, when a survivor of Fett's very first mission surfaces, Fett must choose whether to help him - or finish the job! And when Fett is seemingly killed, his child and her mother become unwitting targets. Plus: Other bounty hunters have become interested in a very special prize Fett wants for himself, with a scheme that draws the attention of scoundrels Han Solo, Chewbacca and Lando Calrissian! Collecting STAR WARS: BLOOD TIES #1-4, STAR WARS: BLOOD TIES - BOBA FETT IS DEAD #1-4, STAR WARS: EMPIRE #1-4, STAR WARS: UNDERWORLD - THE YAVIN VASSILIKA #1-5, FREE COMIC BOOK DAY: STAR WARS 2013 and material from STAR WARS TALES #1-2, #6 and #16. Rated T

The Empire rules the galaxy - but for how long? When high-level Imperial officers plot to overthrow the Emperor, Vader must stop them - with the help of Boba Fett! Meanwhile, when a survivor of Fett's very first mission surfaces, Fett must choose whether to help him - or finish the job! And when Fett is seemingly killed, his child and her mother become unwitting targets. Plus: Other bounty hunters have become interested in a very special prize Fett wants for himself, with a scheme that draws the attention of scoundrels Han Solo, Chewbacca and Lando Calrissian! Collecting STAR WARS: BLOOD TIES #1-4, STAR WARS: BLOOD TIES - BOBA FETT IS DEAD #1-4, STAR WARS: EMPIRE #1-4, STAR WARS: UNDERWORLD - THE YAVIN VASSILIKA #1-5, FREE COMIC BOOK DAY: STAR WARS 2013 and material from STAR WARS TALES #1-2, #6 and #16. Rated T

(W) Jan Strnad & Various (A) Anthony Winn & Various (CA) Drew Struzan An Empire on the rise - a Rebellion on the horizon! The conflict that will grip the galaxy for generations begins here, with an adaptation of Star Wars Episode I The Phantom Menace and tales starring its major players! Anakin Skywalker is a boy with a dark destiny! Jedi Padawan Obi-Wan Kenobi has much to learn from his master, Qui-Gon Jinn! Teenage Queen Amidala faces exile! And Sith Lord Darth Maul must strike down the biggest obstacle in his Master's way! Plus: Mace Windu, Yoda, Jar Jar Binks and more! Collecting STAR WARS (1998) #0-3; STAR WARS: DARTH MAUL #1-4; STAR WARS: EPISODE I - THE PHANTOM MENACE #1/2 and #1-4; STAR WARS: EPISODE I - ANAKIN SKYWALKER, QUEEN AMIDALA, QUI-GON JINN and OBI-WAN KENOBI; and material from STAR WARS (1998) #4-6 and STAR WARS TALES #3, #5, #7, #14 and #20. Rated T

From the ashes, a new team will rise! On the Avengers' darkest day, they are torn apart by one of their own - the Scarlet Witch - and as they mourn their losses, it seems like things might be over forever. But when a super-villain breakout at the Raft unites Captain America and Iron Man with a surprising group of allies - including Spider-Man, Wolverine, Spider-Woman and Luke Cage - a new day dawns, and these disparate heroes form the New Avengers! But will the most powerful hero of them all, the Sentry, become their strongest member?or the world's greatest threat? From the blockbuster creative team of Brian Michael Bendis and David Finch, a new era of greatness begins for the Avengers! Collecting AVENGERS (1998) #500-503 and #500 DIRECTOR'S CUT, AVENGERS FINALE, NEW AVENGERS (2004) #1-10 and #1 DIRECTOR'S CUT, and NEW AVENGERS: MOST WANTED FILES. Rated T+

(W) Rob Williams, More (A) Brandon Badeaux, More (CA) Brandon Badeaux The Empire strikes back! As the Rebellion expands, Luke and Leia find themselves on a mysterious world holding an ancient Jedi relic that could change their destinies forever, but Vader has his own plans for it - and for them! Then Han Solo and Chewbacca join Luke and Leia for a daring heist whose success may depend on the Rebellion's newest recruits. And when the Empire assaults the rebels' base on Hoth, Luke is sent in an unexpected new direction - leading him to Yoda?and a terrible truth about his father! Collecting STAR WARS: SPLINTER OF THE MIND'S EYE #1-4, STAR WARS: SHADOW STALKER, STAR WARS: REBEL HEIST #1-4, STAR WARS: A VALENTINE STORY, CLASSIC STAR WARS: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK #1-2, STAR WARS: TAG AND BINK ARE DEAD #2 and material from STAR WARS TALES #4-6, #15-17 and #20. Rated T

(W) Rob Williams, More (A) Brandon Badeaux, More (CA) Brandon Badeaux The Empire strikes back! As the Rebellion expands, Luke and Leia find themselves on a mysterious world holding an ancient Jedi relic that could change their destinies forever, but Vader has his own plans for it - and for them! Then Han Solo and Chewbacca join Luke and Leia for a daring heist whose success may depend on the Rebellion's newest recruits. And when the Empire assaults the rebels' base on Hoth, Luke is sent in an unexpected new direction - leading him to Yoda?and a terrible truth about his father! Collecting STAR WARS: SPLINTER OF THE MIND'S EYE #1-4, STAR WARS: SHADOW STALKER, STAR WARS: REBEL HEIST #1-4, STAR WARS: A VALENTINE STORY, CLASSIC STAR WARS: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK #1-2, STAR WARS: TAG AND BINK ARE DEAD #2 and material from STAR WARS TALES #4-6, #15-17 and #20. Rated T

A forgotten hero returns - but will the truth behind his exile consume the world? Only the New Mutants can help young Loki now! Then, civil war breaks out among the British Manchester Gods! Even with Loki's aid, can Merlyn, King Arthur and Captain Britain prevail? And what does Hela want with the Holy Grail?! When the cursed Vanir return and declare war on Asgardia, Surtur's fire rages across the nine worlds! A desperate Loki journeys into the heart of Surtur's fiery kingdom, but the godling's future and past collide when Thor becomes trapped in the underworld - and the terrible truth about young Loki is finally revealed! Plus: Experience the ultimate mischievous team-up between Loki and Mister Sinister! Collecting JOURNEY INTO MYSTERY (2011) #637-645, EXILED #1, NEW MUTANTS (2009) #42-43, MIGHTY THOR (2011) #18-21 and material from A+X #5. Rated T+

(W) Various, Ann Nocenti (A) Bret Blevins, Various (CA) Frank Cirocco The classic Marvel era of Star Wars concludes! In the aftermath of Return of the Jedi, the heroes of the Rebellion face new challenges - and new dangers! Leia must choose between joining a new Republic government or continuing as a warrior for peace! Han Solo and Lando Calrissian find themselves in a tough spot when Chewbacca's family is threatened! Luke Skywalker is haunted by thoughts of his dead father, Darth Vader, as he faces another Dark Lord - and a new foe, the dark lady Lumiya! The Ewoks go to war! The Nagai attack! And it all culminates in a multipronged invasion of the planet Zeltros! Plus: Return to the original Marvel years in a special modern story featuring several of the era's fan-favorite characters! Collecting STAR WARS (1977) #89-107 and STAR WARS (2019) #108. Rated T

(W) Greg Pak (A) Adam Gorham, Salvador Larroca (CA) Leinil Yu The Rebellion on the verge of triumph - or tragedy! On the eve of RETURN OF THE JEDI, as the rebels struggle to find enough allies to counter the Empire, they must contend with notorious crime lords Prince Xizor and Jabba the Hutt! Determined to redeem himself, Lando Calrissian tasks smuggler Dash Rendar with tracking down the captured Han Solo, now in the hands of the galaxy's most feared bounty hunter: Boba Fett! It's up to Lando, Luke Skywalker, Leia Organa and Chewbacca to rescue Han, destroy the new Death Star, and defeat Darth Vader and the evil Emperor Palpatine! Plus: Go way behind the scenes with unexpected and hilarious tales from around the galaxy! Collecting STAR WARS: SHADOWS OF THE EMPIRE (1996) #1-6, STAR WARS: THE BOUNTY HUNTERS - SCOUNDREL'S WAGES (1999) #1, CLASSIC STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDI (1994) #1-2, STAR WARS: TALES FROM MOS EISLEY (1996) #1, STAR WARS: TAG & BINK II (2006) #1, SERGIO ARAGONES STOMPS STAR WARS (2000) #1 and STAR WARS: SHADOWS OF THE EMPIRE MINICOMIC (1996) #1-2 - plus materia

(W) Randy Stradley, Various (A) Davide Fabbri, Various (CA) Dave Dorman The Empire era concludes - and a New Hope dawns! General Dodonna, one of the Old Republic's most brilliant strategists, must use all his skills to outmaneuver the Imperial fleet - including commanders who were taught his tactics! Can he overcome the challenges surrounding the creation of a rebel base on Yavin IV? Darth Vader is on the hunt for the stolen Death Star plans, but he doesn't expect to cross paths with Princess Leia?or Darth Maul! And Imperial pilot Biggs Darklighter is on the run. Discover how Biggs became one of the Rebellion's greatest X-Wing pilots! Plus: The comics adaptation of A New Hope and more! Collecting STAR WARS: EMPIRE #5-6, #8-13 and #15; STAR WARS: X-WING ROGUE SQUADRON #1/2; STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE SPECIAL EDITION #1-4; STAR WARS: TAG & BINK ARE DEAD #1; and material from STAR WARS TALES #1, #6, #8-10, #12, #14, #16 and #19. Rated T

(W) Randy Stradley, Various (A) Gabriel Guzman, Various (CA) Killian Plunkett The galaxy's darkest days are here! In the months after Revenge of the Sith, Darth Vader continues his relentless pursuit of the surviving Jedi. But between Dass Jennir's smuggling crew, a veritable army of assassins and the Emperor's own sinister plans, will Vader's ruthlessness be enough to keep him intact? Then join C-3PO and R2-D2's search for a new master as they face pirates, monsters and evil droids! Plus: the earliest adventures of young Han Solo and Lando Calrissian (including the acquisition of a certain starship), and Obi-Wan Kenobi's time on Tatooine! Collecting STAR WARS: DARK TIMES - FIRE CARRIER #1-5, STAR WARS: DARK TIMES - A SPARK REMAINS #1-5, STAR WARS: DARTH VADER AND THE NINTH ASSASSIN #1-5, STAR WARS: DARTH VADER AND THE CRY OF SHADOWS #1-5, STAR WARS: DROIDS SPECIAL #1, STAR WARS: DROIDS (1994) #1-6, STAR WARS: DROIDS (1995) #1-8 and STAR WARS: THE PROTOCOL OFFENSIVE - plus material from STAR WARS VISIONARIES; STAR WARS TALES #11-12, #15 and #20; DARK HORSE PRESENTS ANNUAL '99; and

(W) Various, Randy Stradley (A) Gabriel Guzman, Various (CA) Felipe Massafera The galaxy's darkest days are here! In the months after Revenge of the Sith, Darth Vader continues his relentless pursuit of the surviving Jedi. But between Dass Jennir's smuggling crew, a veritable army of assassins and the Emperor's own sinister plans, will Vader's ruthlessness be enough to keep him intact? Then join C-3PO and R2-D2's search for a new master as they face pirates, monsters and evil droids! Plus: the earliest adventures of young Han Solo and Lando Calrissian (including the acquisition of a certain starship), and Obi-Wan Kenobi's time on Tatooine! Collecting STAR WARS: DARK TIMES - FIRE CARRIER #1-5, STAR WARS: DARK TIMES - A SPARK REMAINS #1-5, STAR WARS: DARTH VADER AND THE NINTH ASSASSIN #1-5, STAR WARS: DARTH VADER AND THE CRY OF SHADOWS #1-5, STAR WARS: DROIDS SPECIAL #1, STAR WARS: DROIDS (1994) #1-6, STAR WARS: DROIDS (1995) #1-8 and STAR WARS: THE PROTOCOL OFFENSIVE - plus material from STAR WARS VISIONARIES; STAR WARS TALES #11-12, #15 and #20; DARK HORSE PRESENTS ANNUAL '99; and

(W) Rick Remender, Various (A) Kev Walker, Various (CA) Patch Zircher The Crime-Master unites a cadre of criminals to destroy Agent Venom! The villain's diabolical plan takes the war to the people closest to Flash Thompson - and forces Eddie Brock, the former Venom, to become a symbiote's host once more! But when Crime-Master's identity is revealed, Flash and Betty Brant's lives will never be the same! Then, when the Avengers task Venom with bringing in Daimon Hellstrom, a Devil's pact comes full circle - and Hell-Venom is unleashed! Can Flash regain his soul, or will he remain in Daimon's thrall forever? Plus: Flash bids farewell to New York City and heads to Philadelphia! But is something toxic on the horizon?! Collecting VENOM (2011) #17-35 and #27.1, MINIMUM CARNAGE: ALPHA, SCARLET SPIDER (2012) #10-11, and MINIMUM CARNAGE: OMEGA. Rated T+

(W) Rick Remender, Various (A) Kev Walker, Various (CA) Patch Zircher The Crime-Master unites a cadre of criminals to destroy Agent Venom! The villain's diabolical plan takes the war to the people closest to Flash Thompson - and forces Eddie Brock, the former Venom, to become a symbiote's host once more! But when Crime-Master's identity is revealed, Flash and Betty Brant's lives will never be the same! Then, when the Avengers task Venom with bringing in Daimon Hellstrom, a Devil's pact comes full circle - and Hell-Venom is unleashed! Can Flash regain his soul, or will he remain in Daimon's thrall forever? Plus: Flash bids farewell to New York City and heads to Philadelphia! But is something toxic on the horizon?! Collecting VENOM (2011) #17-35 and #27.1, MINIMUM CARNAGE: ALPHA, SCARLET SPIDER (2012) #10-11, and MINIMUM CARNAGE: OMEGA. Rated T+

(W) Keith Giffen, Various (A) Timothy Green, Various (CA) Clint Langley The galaxy needs guardians! As the Marvel Universe is rocked by another Annihilation event, Peter Quill suits up as Star-Lord - and joins the fight alongside a motley crew including Mantis, Groot and Rocket Raccoon. And with the boundaries of our reality weakened by cosmic conflicts, and dark gods and monsters seeping through the cracks, heavy hitters like Gamora, Drax and Adam Warlock join this offbeat squad of butt-kickers?to become the modern-day Guardians of the Galaxy! They're a dysfunctional team with a big future ahead of them - unless the Universal Church of Truth has its way! But why are the 31st-century Guardians, Major Victory and Starhawk, here too? A fresh war looms in the exciting and action-packed story that revitalized the Guardians for a blockbuster new era! Collecting ANNIHILATION: CONQUEST - STARLORD #1-4 and GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY (2008) #1-12. Rated T+

(W) Greg Pak (A) Raffaele Ienco & Various (CA) Leinil Francis Yu 'Ultimate power lies within Darth Vader's grasp as a major turning point approaches, bringing the Sith Lord ever closer to RETURN OF THE JEDI! Darth Vader has his sights on a massive source of kyber located right in the Emperor's secret base! But in stealing one of the galaxy's most powerful and dangerous materials from right under the nose of his ruthless master, has the Dark Lord of the Sith bitten off more than he can chew? Meanwhile, Sabé is on the hunt for Luke Skywalker…but, knowing that the Emperor himself has the same target, will she reach the conclusion that the young Jedi is even more dangerous than Vader? Plus, the Schism Imperial reveal their shocking endgame - and the ramifications could hand Darth Vader everything he ever wanted! COLLECTING: Star Wars: Darth Vader (2020) 46-50, Free Comic Book Day 2024: Star Wars 1 (Darth Vader story)' Rated T

(W) Jason Aaron, Various (A) Leonard Kirk, Various (CA) Taurin Clarke 'One of the greatest antagonists in all of fiction returns to Marvel in his very first solo ongoing series! Fresh from a stinging defeat at the hands of the Rebel Alliance, Darth Vader must rise again to reassert the Empire's iron grip on the galaxy. But will his personal desire for vengeance against the young Jedi who destroyed the Death Star distract from Vader's duty to the Emperor? As a fateful quest begins, the Dark Lord of the Sith will face a fresh threat to his power. And as other villains old and new play their parts - from Boba Fett and Jabba the Hutt to diabolical debutant Aphra, as well as the killer droids Triple Zero and Bee Tee - how long until Vader's dangerous alliances blow up in his face? Join Darth Vader and feel the power of the dark side! COLLECTING: Darth Vader (2015) 1-12, 1 Director's Cut; Darth Vader Annual (2015) 1' Rated T

(W) Charles Soule (A) Steven Cummings & Various (CA) Stephen Segovia The next shocking chapter in the saga of Luke Skywalker! Luke knows his destiny is leading him toward a confrontation with Darth Vader. But Vader is a Dark Lord of the Sith, and Luke is barely even a Jedi. To have any chance at survival, he must find a way to train himself in the battle techniques he will soon face. He must find?another Sith! But his target senses a chance at a new ascendancy! Trapped deep behind enemy lines, how will Luke survive? And who will he be if he does? Plus: Lando Calrissian's past actions come back to haunt him as he faces trial for crimes against the Alliance! And his only hope may lie with?Darth Vader?! Collecting STAR WARS (2020) #42-45, and material from STAR WARS: REVELATIONS (2023) #1 and FREE COMIC BOOK DAY 2024: STAR WARS. Rated T

America has a new hero! Flash Thompson is Spider-Man's biggest fan. That inspired him to join the Army, where he became a decorated soldier. Though he lost his legs, Flash never lost his dignity - or his desire to serve. Now, the government has offered him a chance to don a familiar alien symbiote and protect his country once again as its most lethal operative: Agent Venom! But how long before Flash starts losing control to the symbiote? And when Jack O'Lantern blackmails Flash into following the merciless Crime-Master, can Venom complete the mission and save his loved ones? Plus: After a portal to the underworld opens in the middle of Las Vegas, Venom must join Red Hulk, Ghost Rider and X-23 to stop Hell on Earth! Collecting AMAZING SPIDER-MAN (1999) #654 (B STORY) and #654.1, and VENOM (2011) #1-16 and #13.1-13.4. Rated T+

Loki changes his story! In the wake of the siege of Asgard, Loki is reborn - as a child! With this new life comes a fresh purpose, but can the other Asgardian gods possibly trust him? Let's hope so - because when the Serpent threatens Earth, Thor's battle plan is doomed to fail without Loki's help! The former Lord of Lies must use all the skills of deceit that made him so hated in his past life, but will the rejuvenated godling find redemption or damn himself further? Plus: Nightmare is gathering enough energy to rule the world, and the motherlode is inside Loki's mind. Aided by an undead handmaiden and a demon puppy, Loki risks everything on a scheme so crazy it could only have been hatched by a God of Mischief! Collecting SIEGE: LOKI, and JOURNEY INTO MYSTERY (2011) #622-636 and #626.1. Rated T+