Set after the destruction of the Death Star, the narrative follows Darth Vader as he faces the consequences of his failure at Yavin. Demoted by Emperor Palpatine and placed under the supervision of Grand General Tagge, Vader operates outside the official Imperial chain of command to reclaim his standing. He enlists the rogue archaeologist Doctor Aphra and a pair of murderous droids, Triple-Zero and BT-1, to build a private army of battle droids. Meanwhile, Vader initiates a secret investigation into the identity of the pilot who destroyed the space station, discovering his own connection to Luke Skywalker.
This graphic novel serves readers who want to understand the transition of the Sith Lord from a subordinate military commander to a personal seeker of truth and power. Fans of the franchise read this to see the internal politics of the Empire and the technical details of Vader's tactical maneuvers. The reader walks away with a clear picture of how Vader secures his autonomy from Palpatine and the specific steps he takes to begin his private pursuit of his son.
Practical, clear-cut and escapist; an easy read.
Best for readers like The Escapist Adventurer. Which reader are you?
- Published
- 2015
- Language
- EN
