Star Wars-Wochenvorschau KW 53/2019 (30.12.2019 – 05.01.2020)

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The first novel in a new trilogy starring veteran New Republic pilots.

On the verge of victory in a brutal war, five New Republic pilots transform from hunted to hunters in this epic STAR WARS adventure. Set after Return of the Jedi, Alphabet Squadron follows a unique team, each flying a different class of starfighter as they struggle to end their war once and for all.

The Emperor is dead. His final weapon has been destroyed. The Imperial Army is in disarray. In the aftermath, Yrica Quell is just one of thousands of defectors from her former cause living in a deserters’ shantytown—until she is selected to join Alphabet Squadron.

Cobbled together from an eclectic assortment of pilots and starfighters, the five members of Alphabet are tasked by New Republic general Hera Syndulla herself. Like Yrica, each is a talented pilot struggling to find their place in a changing galaxy. Their mission: to track down and destroy the mysterious Shadow Wing, a lethal force of TIE fighters exacting bloody, reckless vengeance in the twilight of their reign.

The newly formed unit embodies the heart and soul of the Rebellion: ragtag, resourceful, scrappy, and emboldened by their most audacious victory in decades. But going from underdog rebels to celebrated heroes isn’t as easy as it seems, and their inner demons threaten them as much as their enemies among the stars. The wayward warriors of Alphabet Squad will have to learn to fly together if they want to protect the new era of peace they’ve fought so hard to achieve.

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„No…I am your father.“

In the wake of the events following The Empire Strikes Back, it is a dark time for the heroes of the Rebellion. The Rebel fleet…scattered following a disastrous defeat at the Battle of Hoth. Han Solo…lost to the bounty hunter, Boba Fett, after being frozen in carbonite. And after being lured into a trap on Cloud City and bested in a vicious lightsaber duel against the evil Darth Vader, Luke Skywalker…learned the horrible truth about his past. Vader did not kill Luke’s father Anakin–Vader is Luke’s father! Now, after narrowly escaping the dark lord’s clutches, and wounded and reeling from the revelation, Luke, Princess Leia, Lando Calrissian, the Wookiee Chewbacca and the droids C-3PO and R2-D2 must fight their way back to the Rebel Alliance-for the fate of the entire galaxy is at stake! After so many losses is victory still possible? But, what Leia, Luke and their ragtag band of freedom fighters do not realize is that they have only traded one Imperial trap for another! Enter the cunning and vengeful Imperial Commander Zahra, at the helm of the Tarkin’s Will!

Writer Charles Soule (DARTH VADER) and artist Jesus Saiz (DOCTOR STRANGE) are taking us all to the galaxy far, far away next year! With covers by RB Silva (POWERS OF X)!

THE GREATEST SPACE ADVENTURE OF ALL TIME BEGINS THIS JANUARY!

„Nein… ich bin dein Vater.“

Nach den Ereignissen aus Das Imperium schlägt zurück ist eine dunkle Zeit für die Helden der Rebellion angebrochen. Die Rebellenflotte… zerstreut nach einer verheerenden Niederlage bei der Schlacht von Hoth. Han Solo… verloren an den Kopfgeldjäger Boba Fett, nachdem er in Karbonit eingefroren wurde. Und nachdem er auf der Wolkenstadt in eine Falle gelockt und in einem brutalen Lichtschwertduell gegen den bösen Darth Vader besiegt wurde, hat Luke Skywalker… die furchtbare Wahrheit über seine Vergangenheit erfahren. Vader hat nicht Lukes Vater Anakin getötet – Vader ist Lukes Vater! Nun, nachdem er nur knapp den Klauen des dunklen Lords entkommen ist, verwundet und benommen von der Enthüllung, müssen Luke, Prinzessin Leia, Lando Calrissian, der Wookiee Chewbacca und die Droiden C-3PO und R2-D2 sich einen Weg zurück zur Rebellenallianz bahnen – denn das Schicksal der ganzen Galaxis steht auf dem Spiel! Ist nach so vielen Verlusten der Sieg noch möglich? Doch Leia, Luke und ihre bunte Truppe aus Freiheitskämpfern erkennen nicht, dass sie nur eine imperiale Falle gegen eine andere ausgetauscht haben! Bühne frei für die gerissene und rachsüchtige imperiale Kommandantin(?) Zahra, am Steuer der Tarkins Wille!

Autor Charles Soule (DARTH VADER) und Zeichner Jesus Saiz (DOCTOR STRANGE) entführen uns nächstes Jahr in die weit, weit entfernte Galaxis! Mit Covern von RB Silva (POWERS OF X)!

DAS GRÖSSTE WELTRAUMABENTEUER ALLER ZEITEN BEGINNT DIESEN JANUAR!

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Experience Sideshow Collectibles’ astonishing collection of Star Wars sculptures in a whole new way with this deluxe book that explores the incredible artistry behind their creation.

Sideshow Collectibles has been immortalizing fan-favorite Star Wars characters for over a decade with their extraordinary, one-of-a-kind sculptures. This deluxe book celebrates the artistry that goes into capturing the true essence of these iconic characters and the passion and devotion that brings them to life. Featuring never-before-seen pre-production artwork as well as exclusive insights from the sculpting and design team on the creation of each piece and dynamic photography that illuminates the power of their work, this book is the ultimate celebration of Sideshow’s ongoing journey into the Star Wars galaxy.