Star Wars: Legacy of Vader #7 (2025) is the seventh issue in the canon comic series by Marvel Comics, released on August 6, 2025. Written by Charles Soule, illustrated by Luke Ross, colored by Nolan Woodard, and with cover art by Derrick Chew, this issue dives into Kylo Ren’s journey as Supreme Leader of the First Order, set between Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi and Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker.
Synopsis
Kylo Ren confronts a survivor of Order 66, Jedi Grandea, on a remote, snow-covered planet. The story features flashbacks to the Clone Wars era, showcasing Grandea’s daring use of the Force during the Jedi Purge’s betrayal. The narrative explores whether Grandea can influence Kylo’s dark path, highlighting his inner conflict and obsession with Darth Vader’s legacy.
Reception
While specific reviews for issue #7 are limited, a post on X praises the issue’s “hauntingly beautiful” flashback-heavy narrative, emphasizing Grandea’s impact and Kylo’s inner turmoil. The variant cover by Karen S. Darboe was also highlighted. General sentiment for the series, based on earlier issues, applauds Soule’s character work and Ross’s dynamic art, though some critique pacing in prior issues.
