Marvel's New 'Star Wars' Comic to Debut Post-Empire Era

Marvel Comics' flagship Star Wars series is set for a May 2025 relaunch. The new series, following the Battle of Jakku and the conclusion of the Galactic Civil War, depicts Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, and Leia Organa's efforts to establish the New Republic and restore order to a galaxy still reeling from conflict.

Alex Segura, author of the Star Wars: The Battle of Jakku miniseries, pens this latest volume. Veteran Star Wars illustrator Phil Noto (Star Wars: Poe Dameron) brings the story to life, with Noto and Leinil Yu contributing cover art for the debut issue.

Segura and Noto's Star Wars unfolds approximately two years post-Return of the Jedi, focusing on the aftermath of the pivotal Battle of Jakku. The fledgling New Republic faces significant challenges as it attempts to assert its authority, encountering opportunistic pirates, criminals, and other adversaries exploiting the power vacuum.

"Having concluded the Galactic Civil War with the Battle of Jakku, we can now propel the narrative into a fresh, uncharted era," Segura explained to StarWars.com. "This will introduce new galactic threats, enemies, and mysteries for our heroes to confront, blending familiar elements with surprising new developments. These stories will be action-packed, featuring character moments fans expect, while offering unique perspectives on the galaxy. We've ensured accessibility for new readers, making each issue easily digestible."

Noto added, "Alex has crafted fantastic storylines and characters, and I'm excited to bring them to the page! It's been thrilling to depict the classic characters in the post-Return of the Jedi era, free from existing film or TV portrayals. I can create fresh looks while referencing the actors from the 80s to maintain the feel of this timeline."

Star Wars #1 launches May 7, 2025, coinciding with Star Wars Day celebrations.

This isn't Marvel's only post-Return of the Jedi comic. February sees the release of Star Wars: Legacy of Vader, exploring Kylo Ren's journey following The Last Jedi.

For further insights into the future of the Star Wars franchise, explore what's in store for 2025 and discover all upcoming Star Wars movies and series.