The new era of Star Wars storytelling is almost upon us with the impending arrival of the Star Wars: Battle of Jakku arc spread across three upcoming limited series. After the first limited series, Insurgency Rising, debuts in October, a second four-issue miniseries, Republic Under Siege, will follow in November.

Marvel has unveiled Republic Under Siege‘s story details, offering a first look at the upcoming series’ first and second issue covers. Alex Segura penned the three Star Wars: Battle of Jakku limited series, while Stefano Raffaele and Jethro Morales provided the art for Republic Under Siege #1. Raffaele received sole art credit for the second issue, while Taurin Clarke drew both main covers.

Star Wars: The Battle of Jakku — Republic Under Siege

Written by ALEX SEGURA Art by STEFANO RAFFAELE, JETHRO MORALES, and LEONARD KIRK Cover by TAURIN CLARKE

Republic Under Siege #1’sdescription reads, “Still reeling from the events of Insurgency Rises, Luke must seek out a relic that could hold clues to the future of the Jedi Order! Luke Skywalker and a new friend find themselves cornered! Can two Imperial powerhouses find common ground against the nascent New Republic? Where are Han and Chewbacca? The heroes find themselves saved in the nick of time – by a fan-favorite guest star and ally!”

Republic Under Siege #2’sdescription reads, “Luke and Doctor Aphra join forces to fight off a surprise attack as the remaining Imperials plot their next attack! Luke Skywalker must battle his way through a gang of Force-focused zealots! A faction of Imperial survivors plots to return the Empire to its past glory – and hint at a huge struggle to come! Can Luke survive against a giant swamp rat?! As the defiant Imperial consolidates his power and allegiances – he discovers a traitor!”

First introduced in Star Wars: The Force Awakens as Rey scavenged amongst its wreckage, the Battle of Jakku was a crucial turning point for the galaxy. Empire remnants made their desperate last stand on the sandy dunes of Jakku after the Rebellion discovered their secret base. The Rebellion resolved to destroy them for the New Republic to thrive. Star Wars: Battle of Jakku will chronicle that crucial period in Star Wars canon for the first time.

Battle of Jakku Writer Discussed the Star Wars Story Arc

Series writer Segura is excited for fans to witness this pivotal time in Star Wars history. “It’s an unbelievable honor 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. Our story will be epic in scope – involving all the major characters you love, plus some new, exciting additions to the mythos,” he said.

Segura continued, “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.”

Star Wars: Battle of Jakku — Republic Under Siege #1 will hit comic book shelves on November 20, while the second issue will arrive a week later on November 27, 2024.

Source: Marvel