The Rebel Alliance is finally making a bold move against the Empire after the events of issue #7. Luke Skywalker, Leia Organa, Lando Calrissian, and the rest of the crew are racing against time to pull off a high-stakes mission that could change the course of the war. This issue ramps up the tension with intense space combat, a surprise Imperial counterattack, and a major character moment for one of the classic trio. We also get a deeper look at how the Rebellion is holding together after the losses they’ve suffered.
Key highlights:
- First full appearance of a brand-new Imperial officer who’s clearly being set up as a recurring threat.
- Gorgeous two-page spread of the Millennium Falcon in a dogfight.
- A quiet, emotional scene between Luke and Leia that ties back to their family history.
- The issue ends on a classic Star Wars cliffhanger that will have you pre-ordering #9 immediately.
