From Goodreads: The Leviathan is heading for the remains of Jedha, prepared to pick the carcass of the once-holy planet clean. But with Luke Skywalker torn between his allegiance to the Rebellion and pursuing the path of a Jedi, who will lead the charge against the Empire?
My Thoughts:
- The comic translates what Benthic is saying, but do all the characters understand Torgath? No one has mentioned the language barrier, and Benthic never speaks basic.
- I wish the whole Jedi stuff on Jedha was explained. I don't understand where Luke is and why it is important.
- Han and Leia in a speeder is awesome!
- What was Chewie doing? What was his mission? Why aren't they explaining things?
Goodreads Says Again: The Leviathan is heading for the remains of Jedha, prepared to pick the carcass of the once-holy planet clean. But with Luke Skywalker torn between his allegiance to the Rebellion and pursuing the path of a Jedi, who will lead the charge against the Empire?
My Thoughts:
- I'm seriously thinking of switching over to the trade books. They will sit better on my shelves, and I can get larger chunks of story at once. I just don't like the idea of having individual comics and trade books. I like everything to match. Maybe someone out there would trade me. I don't know! Anyone want to buy my comics?
- The story has turned into A New Hope. They get the plans to the giant weapon they can't hurt and find its weakness.
- I love that Luke reflects on Jyn and the Rogue One crew, and he connects how he couldn't have destroyed the Death Star without them.
- There are some great Han moments in this issue.
From Goodreads: THE ASHES OF JEDHA CONCLUDES! The battle between the Empire and the Rebellion over the Kyber mines of Jedha comes to an explosive conclusion…with help coming from the most unexpected source.
My Thoughts:
- I haven't read these in a while, so I don't remember what is going on.
- Everything wrapped up all nice in this issue, and it was good to see Han take command.
- The artwork is fantastic in this issue. It almost looks like photos.
Goodreads Says: THE REBELLION NEEDS YOU! The Empire takes from all of us — our freedom, our dignity, our hopes and for some, even our lives. The Rebel Alliance fights to take back our galaxy from the forces of oppression…but we need your help! Be a part of the solution — JOIN THE REBELLION TODAY!
My Thoughts:
- The cover looks like an old war poster.
- The synopsis sounds like an old war ad.
- Hooray! Admiral Ackbar is in this issue. I wish he had larger roles in the comics and books. I want to get to know him better. Maybe this is my chance!
- Ha! I love when Han "handles" situations.
- I'm glad they kept the same artist from the last storyline. They should just keep him around permanently.
- This was a really fun issue. I love seeing Leia be all diplomatic and Han being Han.
From Goodreads: THE REBELLION NEEDS YOU! The Empire takes from all of us — our freedom, our dignity, our hopes and for some, even our lives. The Rebel Alliance fights to take back our galaxy from the forces of oppression…but we need your help! Be a part of the solution — JOIN THE REBELLION TODAY!
My Thoughts:
- What is it with Luke and weird colored milk? Why does he like it so much?
- OMG!! Hera and Zeb are in this issue! They are part of a crowd, and they don't say anything, but they are there!!
- I love the way Leia handled the shape shifter. She is awesome!
- This was a fun issue. I like that Wedge made an appearance, and other pilots from Red Squadron got to honor the pilots they lost in the Death Star battle.
From Goodreads: Ever-expanding their ranks, the Children of the Atom combat the evils threatening both mutants and humans - like the Juggernaut and Black Tom Cassidy, Magneto, The Imperial Guard. The Starjammers. Weapon Alpha and Warhawk.
My Thoughts:
- It has been a while since I read Volume 1, so it took me a little bit to figure out what had happened, and who some of the new mutants were.
- Even though the series is just more of the same stuff, I still enjoy it. I love seeing the X-Men in action.
- The next volume costs about $80!?!? Why? That is crazy. The other volumes don't cost near as much. I hope the price comes down. I'd hate to have to skip a volume.
Previous Volume
From Goodreads: The Hero of the Rebellion & the Princess of the Revolution! Luke and Leia finally get some time alone. Unfortunately, it's stranded on a desert island.
My Thoughts:
- I love that Leia is a take charge kind of lady, and I love that she isn't afraid to do what is takes to get things done.
- The monologue that Leia has throughout this issue is kinda weird.
- I'm not sure what the point of this issue was, but it was fun.
- I'm excited for the next issue with Lando in it!
From Goodreads: Sana and Lando join forces on Coruscant to swindle some credits!
My Thoughts:
- These last two issues have been interesting.
- I was hoping for more of Lando's charm and whatever, but this issue focused completely on Sana.
- I don't understand why Sana is really needed in the series.
From Goodreads: Han and Chewie go back to smuggling…for a Hutt?!
My Thoughts:
- I loved Han's meeting with Mon Mothma. They really nailed Han's personality there. I love moments when the character's personality really comes out.
- I like the artwork in this issue a lot. It is very realistic.
- This issue was classic Han Solo! I loved it!
- The In Memoriam segment about Flo Steinberg was great! I love that there is a page dedicated to her.
From Goodreads: The Empire has held Threepio captive for far too long. There's no way they are prepared to deal with this rescue. That's right — Artoo is ready to take action!
My Thoughts:
- Take a moment to just appreciate the cover. I love it! R2 surrounded by storm trooper corpses. Awesome!
- I can't remember C3-PO getting captured, but it sounds like something that would happen to him.
- This is one of the greatest comics I've ever read!! R2-D2 uses all sorts of tricks to take down the storm troopers! Ha!
- A KX Security Droid makes and appearance!!! Hooray!
- R2 is the real hero of Star Wars.
Goodreads Says: Scar Squadron is back...with their deadliest attack yet!
My Thoughts:
- Whoever designed the Overlord, did an awesome job!
- The artwork is awesome! I love all the action scenes, especially with Sergeant Kreel.
- Sergeant Kreel's monologue got a bit over dramatic.
- This issue had a very somber ending. I like that the series shows the war against the empire in a more daunting way.
- I was confused by the short story at the end, but then Obi-Wan showed up.
Goodreads Synopsis: THE ASHES OF JEDHA! The Rebel Alliance turns its attention to the shattered planet of Jedha! But what is there to find on the devastated planet?
My Thoughts:
- OMGoodness!! This issue ties in with Rogue One!
- This issue was mostly setup, so not a lot happened, but I'm excited to see a character from Rogue One!
From Goodreads: THE ASHES OF JEDHA! Once the site of great significance to the Jedi, Jedha was left in ruins when the Death Star annihilated the Holy City there. Now, new series writer Kieron Gillen joins artist Salvador Larroca to bring Luke, Leia, Han, and the rest to the remains of the tragic victim of the Empire's fury!
My Thoughts:
- The artwork is amazing. It almost looks like photos.
- I wish they had talked more about Jyn and what she did.
- Who is this new admiral dude and queen lady? They need to explain things better.
From Goodreads: ASHES OF JEDHA part 3! As Queen Trios' forces move in to strip what's left of Jedha, the Rebellion and the remaining Partisans struggle to save the planet for its survivors! The echoes of Rogue One continue to be heard through the Rebellion!
My Thoughts:
- I kinda think I should start buying the trade books so I have the whole story at once, but it is so fun to get the individual comics. *sigh*
- Ha! I love when Han sweet talks to the Falcon.
- Awwwww! This issue contains Leia and Bail's last words to each other, so sad!
- Does there need to be a giant sandworm in every universe!?
- This issue was pretty packed. I'm surprised with how much they fit into so few pages.
From Goodreads: StarWars.com is excited to announce Star Wars: Rogue One — Cassian & K-2SO Special #1, coming in August from Marvel. Written by Duane Swierczynski with art by Fernando Blanco, the 40-page one-shot will reveal how Cassian, one of the top intelligence officers of the Rebel Alliance, met K-2SO, a reprogrammed Imperial security droid.
My Thoughts:
- This was a very strange and very short intro to these two characters.
- Cassian and K-2SO should have their own book. I hope it is coming sometime.
- I can't believe this is just one issue. I want to know more!
