Name: Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories #1
Published by: Dark Horse Comics
Writer: Amanda Deibert
Artist: Lucas Marangon
Colorist: Michael Atiyah
Letters: Comicraft’s Tyler Smith and Jimmy Betancourt
Well, I didn't know this was coming out this week. Before yesterday I wasn't even aware that 'Dark Horse' has gained the rights to publish Star Wars comics again. Although I was a bit sceptical before picking this up, the first issue of this new series turned out to be quite a pleasant surprise.
This story takes place sometime during the Clone Wars and features all the main trio of characters from the prequel trilogy as they are one rescue mission. Amanda Deibert seems to have a good understanding of these characters and she even includes some cameos and one of the fan favorite villain from the era.
The most interesting part is that this is 'done in one' all-ages adventure. In this age of multi issue and multi series stories, this feels quite refreshing. And the author manages to flesh out the story quite well in just one issue. I really loved the emotional side story of the Wookiee family.
Lucas has quite a unique style in his art. The drawing seems like a mash up between 2D cartoons and mangas. His unique take on this iconic characters were quite eye catching, although it took out some of the characteristic flashiness out of the action sequences at times.
I wish this issue had at least a small paragraph on the credits page detailing when it takes place regarding the Star Wars timeline. That would have made this a bit more newbie friendly, then again, not many people who is not an invested Star Wars fan will pick this up.
All in all, this gets 4 out of 5 stars from me.
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