By George & Josh Bate
This Thanksgiving season, there is a lot to be thankful for if you’re a Star Wars fan. Below includes a list and description of upcoming Star Wars projects in the month of November. It is important to note all of these release dates are subject to change.
November 1 – The High Republic: Quest for the Hidden City
George Mann kicks off November with this new High Republic Phase II novel. The publisher’s summary is as follows: “Centuries before the Clone Wars or the Empire, in the early days of the High Republic, it was an age of exploration in a galaxy far, far away….Daring pilots chart new routes through hyperspace, while Pathfinder teams make contact with frontier worlds to invite them to join the Republic. When a Pathfinder team’s communications droid is found drifting in space, damaged and bearing a cryptic message, Jedi Knight Silandra Sho and her Padawan, Rooper Nitani, are sent to find the missing team members. Their investigation leads them to the planet Gloam, a ravaged world said to be haunted by mythical monsters. Can the Jedi find the missing Pathfinders and unravel the mystery of the monsters? The answers lie in a hidden city beneath the planet’s surface….”
November 1 – The Old Republic: Deceived; X-Wing: The Bacta War; Revan
Three classic Star Wars novels are re-published this month as part of Del Rey’s Essential Legends Collection
November 2 – Bounty Hunters 28
The 28th issue of Ethan Sacks’ excellent Bounty Hunters series hits comic stores this month. The publisher’s summary is as follows: “PANIC AT THE ACCRETION DISCO! The bounty hunters are locked in a desperate attempt to escape the pull of a black hole! To make matters worse, the Pykes are out to kill them first! Meanwhile, what will Valance have to sacrifice to serve the Empire?”
November 2 – Star Wars 29
Charles Soule’s mainline Star Wars series for Marvel Comics continues this month with its 29th issue. The publisher’s summary is as follows: “The REBEL ALLIANCE is in crisis! With their supply lines in jeopardy due to unfulfilled promises from CRIMSON DAWN, GENERAL LEIA ORGANA knows it is just a matter of time before the Rebels run out of crucial supplies. Fortunately, AMILYN HOLDO has a solution…a hunt for a vast hoard of fuel thought lost for centuries. It’s time…for a treasure hunt!”
November 2 – The Mandalorian 5
Rodney Barnes recreates the fifth episode of The Mandalorian in his latest adaptation.
November 2 – Andor – Episode 9
Cassian finds himself trapped in an Imperial prison, while Mon Mothma covertly continues her battle against the Empire in this new episode of Andor.
November 8 – Star Wars: The Mandalorian Vol. 1
Issues 1-4 of Rodney Barnes’ Mandalorian comic are collected in this new paperback.
November 8 – The Art of Star Wars: Visions
Relive the gorgeous Visions series with this new collection of concept art.
November 8 – The Art of Star Wars: The High Republic (Phase One)
The beautiful imagery of the High Republic is brought to life in a new Star Wars art book.
November 9 – Hyperspace Stories 3
A daring train heist with Poe and Finn is the focus of this new Dark Horse comic.
November 9 – The High Republic 2
The publisher’s summary for the 2nd issue of Cavan Scott’s new High Republic series is as follows: “DEATH STRIKES ON JEDHA! A Jedi lies dead in an ancient shrine, another on the trail of the murderer. Who is using ancient Force powers on the streets of the holy city, and why are sacred relics going missing? And why do all roads lead to the Temple of the Whills?”
November 9 – Andor – Episode 10
Andor’s prison arc continues with the series’ 10th episode.
November 16 – Doctor Aphra 26
Sana Starros takes centerstage again in the latest Doctor Aphra comic from Alyssa Wong.
November 16 – Han Solo & Chewbacca 7
Marc Guggenheim’s Han and Chewie series continues with the latest issue. The publisher’s summary for issue #7 is as follows: “THE RETURN OF [REDACTED]! Outgunned and outnumbered, Chewie makes a daring escape from prison! Greedo is on the run, and you won’t believe who is after him! [REDACTED] is back! And boy, are they mad!”
November 16 – Hidden Empire 1
Charles Soule’s Qi’ra trilogy continues this month with the debut of Hidden Empire.
November 16 – Andor – Episode 11
The penultimate episode of Andor hits Disney+ mid-November.
November 22 – Star Wars: Tales from the Rancor Pit
The spooky Dark Horse Comic series from Cavan Scott and comic unfolds this month. The publisher’s summary for the new issue is as follows: “A galaxy of fear! It’s a dark and stormy night on Tatooine as Jabba the Hutts victim hangs perilously above the rancor pit with only his collection of scary stories to save him. New York Times bestseller Cavan Scott (Star Wars: The High Republic, Tales from Vaders Castle) teams up with with fan-favorites artists Nick Brokenshire, Juan Samu, Rafael Pérez, and Puste for a trio of terrifying tales just in time for Halloween. Experience clanking droid ghosts, explore the chilling wampa caves of Hoth and go monster hunting with Saber-For-Hire Ty Yorrick.”
November 22 – Star Wars: The Secrets of the Bounty Hunters
Follow-up Insight Editions’ excellent The Secrets of the Jedi and The Secrets of the Sith with this new book focused on bounty hunters.
November 22 – The High Republic: Convergence
The latest Star Wars adult novel is written by Zoraida Cordova and takes place years before Light of the Jedi. The publisher’s summary is as follows: “The next adventure in the High Republic, expanding the new era of Star Wars, with a story set generations before Light of the Jedi. It is an age of exploration. Jedi travel the galaxy, expanding their understanding of the Force and all the worlds and beings connected by it. Meanwhile, the Republic, led by its two chancellors, works to unite worlds in an ever-growing community among near and distant stars. On the close orbiting planets of Eiram and E’ronoh, the growing pains of a galaxy with limited resources but unlimited ambition are felt keenly. Their hatred for each other has fueled half a decade of escalating conflict and now threatens to consume surrounding systems. The last hope for peace emerges when heirs from the two planets’ royal families plan to marry. Before lasting peace can be established, an assassination attempt targeting the couple tilts Eiram and E’ronoh back into all-out war. To save both worlds, Jedi Knight Gella Nattai volunteers to uncover the culprit, while Chancellor Kyong appoints her son, Axel Greylark, to represent the Republic’s interests in the investigation. But Axel’s deep distrust of the Jedi sparks against Gella’s faith in the Force. She’s never met such a puffed-up, privileged party boy, and he’s never met a more self-serious, relentless do-gooder. The more they work to untangle the shadowy web of the investigation, the more complicated the conspiracy appears to be. With accusations flying and potential enemies in every shadow, the pair will have to work together to have any hope of bringing the truth to light and saving both worlds.”
November 22 – Star Wars: Han Solo & Chewbacca Vol. 1 — The Crystal Run
This new trade paperback collects the first run of Marc Guggenheim’s Han and Chewie-centric series.
November 23 – Revelations 1
A new one-shot comic from Marc Guggenheim debuts this month. The publisher’s summary is as follows: “THE CAN’T-MISS STAR WARS ISSUE OF THE YEAR! After WAR OF THE BOUNTY HUNTERS came CRIMSON REIGN…now in the midst of HIDDEN EMPIRE, Qi’ra has shaken the galactic landscape to its core! …But what lies beyond for the Rebellion? For the Empire? What role do the bounty hunters play? And what is happening to Doctor Aphra? Witness the next step in the legacy of heroes and scoundrels in the galaxy far, far away as MARC GUGGENHEIM (HAN SOLO & CHEWBACCA) is joined by a ragtag team of artists to bring you an explosive tale you won’t soon forget! The path to the future of STAR WARS starts here!”
November 23 – Yoda 1
Star Wars veteran Cavan Scott helms a new solo comic series for Marvel focusing on Yoda.
November 23 – Andor – Episode 12
The season finale of Andor debuts on Disney+ the day before Thanksgiving is celebrated in the U.S.
November 30 – Darth Vader 29
The publisher’s summary for the 29th issue of Greg Pak’s Vader series is as follows: “TECHNO (RE)UNION! Three decades ago, Anakin Skywalker slaughtered Wat Tambor, leader of the Techno Union, along with the rest of the Separatist leaders by the command of the Emperor. So who is the pirate JUL TAMBOR, what is he planning on Skako Minor, and what will the Handmaiden, who now stands at Vader’s side, do when it’s her job to choose if Jul lives or dies? Also, which Handmaiden is this? And will this new adventure fulfill Sabé’s dream of derailing Vader’s journey to the dark side – or simply complete it?”
November 30 – The High Republic Adventures 1
Sav Malagan stars in this new comic from Star Wars veteran Daniel Jose Older.
For reference, a condensed list of upcoming projects in November 2022 without descriptions is included below:
November 1 – The High Republic: Quest for the Hidden City
November 1 – The Old Republic: Deceived – The Essential Legends Collection
November 1 – The Old Republic: Revan -The Essential Legends Collection
November 1 – X-Wing: The Bacta War – The Essential Legends Collection
November 2 – Bounty Hunters 28
November 2 – Star Wars 29
November 2 – The Mandalorian 5
November 2 – Andor – Episode 9
November 8 – Star Wars: The Mandalorian Vol. 1
November 8 – The Art of Star Wars: Visions
November 8 – The Art of Star Wars: The High Republic (Phase One)
November 9 – Hyperspace Stories 3
November 9 – The High Republic 2
November 9 – Andor – Episode 10
November 16 – Doctor Aphra 26
November 16 – Han Solo & Chewbacca 7
November 16 – Hidden Empire 1
November 16 – Andor – Episode 11
November 22 – Star Wars: Han Solo & Chewbacca Vol. 1 — The Crystal Run
November 22 – Star Wars: Tales from the Rancor Pit
November 22 – Star Wars: The Secrets of the Bounty Hunters
November 22 – The High Republic: Convergence
November 23 – Revelations 1
November 23 – Yoda 1
November 23 – Andor – Episode 12
November 30 – Darth Vader 29
November 30 – The High Republic Adventures 1