Marvel Comics has revealed new details on November’s Star Wars: Hidden Empire, along with the connecting cover art by Steve Cummings. Charles Soule will complete his trilogy of game-changing Star Wars comic book epics following Star Wars: Crimson Reign. The five-issue limited series will continue to spotlight the breakout character from Solo: A Star Wars Story, Lady Qi’ra.
“Hidden Empire is set between Episodes V and VI. So, there are things this story can do and things it can’t,” Soule explained to StarWars.com. “That said, I think it will deliver a deeply satisfying conclusion to Qi’ra’s arc here, and readers will understand how her choices in this story impacted events all across the Star Wars galaxy at this time. As with many of the comics and novels and ancillary stories beyond the films, the idea is to deepen the experience and understanding of the characters. There are direct connections here to both The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi — and beyond — and I think the fans will be very happy.”
So what’s Star Wars: Hidden Empire about?
The mysterious syndicate Crimson Dawn and its leader Lady Qi’ra have become the galaxy’s most wanted criminals, as Emperor Palpatine realizes the scope of Qi’ra’s plans against him and moves to destroy her. But Qi’ra still has tricks up her sleeve, and with the help of the Knights Of Ren and her many other allies, she will not go down without a fight!
Check out Cummings’ connecting piece that will adorn all five issues below.
For more on this news, read the official press release below.
New York, NY— October 13, 2022 — Following Star Wars: War of the Bounty Hunters and Star Wars: Crimson Reign, writer Charles Soule will complete his trilogy of game-changing Star Wars comic book epics this November in STAR WARS: HIDDEN EMPIRE! The five-issue limited series will continue to spotlight the breakout character from Solo: A Star Wars Story, Lady Qi’ra. Since her comics debut, the criminal leader has had a tremendous impact on Marvel’s Star Wars comics storytelling, and STAR WARS: HIDDEN EMPIRE will see Qi’ra set her bold overarching plan in motion: ridding the galaxy of the Sith! The series will be drawn by artist Steven Cummings, who also worked on Star Wars: Crimson Reign. In addition, Cummings has crafted a stunning connecting piece that will adorn all five issues. These variant covers show some of the stars of the saga including Darth Vader, Emperor Palpatine, the Knights of Ren, and more key characters who will take sides in the upcoming conflict!
The mysterious syndicate Crimson Dawn and its leader Lady Qi’ra have become the galaxy’s most wanted criminals, as Emperor Palpatine realizes the scope of Qi’ra’s plans against him and moves to destroy her. But Qi’ra still has tricks up her sleeve, and with the help of the Knights Of Ren and her many other allies, she will not go down without a fight!
“Hidden Empire is set between Episodes V and VI. So, there are things this story can do and things it can’t,” Soule explained to StarWars.com. “That said, I think it will deliver a deeply satisfying conclusion to Qi’ra’s arc here, and readers will understand how her choices in this story impacted events all across the Star Wars galaxy at this time. As with many of the comics and novels and ancillary stories beyond the films, the idea is to deepen the experience and understanding of the characters. There are direct connections here to both The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi — and beyond — and I think the fans will be very happy.”
Check out all the covers now and be there when Qi’ra’s deadly ambitions send shockwaves throughout the galaxy in STAR WARS: HIDDEN EMPIRE #1 on November 16. For more information, visit Marvel.com.
Retailers, don’t forget to order your copies of STAR WARS: HIDDEN EMPIRE #1 by Monday, October 17!
On Sale 11/16
STAR WARS: HIDDEN EMPIRE #1 (OF 5)
Written by CHARLES SOULEArt by STEVE CUMMINGS
Connecting Cover by STEVE CUMMINGS – 75960620457100151
On Sale 12/7
STAR WARS: HIDDEN EMPIRE #2 (OF 5)
Written by CHARLES SOULEArt by STEVE CUMMINGS
Connecting Cover by STEVE CUMMINGS – 75960620457100231
On Sale 2/8
STAR WARS: HIDDEN EMPIRE #3 (OF 5)
Written by CHARLES SOULEArt by STEVE CUMMINGS
Connecting Cover by STEVE CUMMINGS
On Sale March 2023
STAR WARS: HIDDEN EMPIRE #4 (OF 5)
Written by CHARLES SOULEArt by STEVE CUMMINGS
Connecting Cover by STEVE CUMMINGS
On Sale April 2023
STAR WARS: HIDDEN EMPIRE #5 (OF 5)
Written by CHARLES SOULEArt by STEVE CUMMINGS
Connecting Cover by STEVE CUMMINGS
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