By George Bate & Josh Bate
Love is in the air this February with a new Star Wars show and host of other projects to accompany your Valentine’s Day celebrations. Below includes a list and description of upcoming Star Wars projects in the month of February 2024. It is important to note that all of these release dates are subject to change.
February 6 – Knight Errant (The Essential Legends Collection)
Del Rey’s Essential Legends Collection will see the re-release of John Jackson Miller’s expanded universe novel Star Wars: Knight Errant. The publisher’s summary for the Old Republic-set book is as follows: “A thousand years before Luke Skywalker, a generation before Darth Bane, in a galaxy far, far away…
The Republic is in crisis. The Sith roam unchecked, vying with one another to dominate the galaxy. But one lone Jedi, Kerra Holt, is determined to take down the Dark Lords. Her enemies are strange and many: Lord Daiman, who imagines himself the creator of the universe; Lord Odion, who intends to be its destroyer; the curious siblings Quillan and Dromika; the enigmatic Arkadia. So many warring Sith weaving a patchwork of brutality—with only Kerra Holt to defend the innocents caught underfoot.
Sensing a sinister pattern in the chaos, Kerra embarks on a journey that will take her into fierce battles against even fiercer enemies. With one against so many, her only chance of success lies with forging alliances among those who serve her enemies—including a mysterious Sith spy and a clever mercenary general. But will they be her adversaries or her salvation?”
February 6 – Order 66: A Republic Commando Novel (The Essential Legends Collection)
The fourth novel in the Republic Commando series is also republished as part of The Essential Legends Collection. The publisher’s summary for Karen Traviss’ book is as follows: “The Clone Wars rage to their bloody climax. Treachery reigns. Treason takes courage. Commandos, Jedi, and the entire Galactic Republic must face the end of life as they know it…and the dreaded dawn of a new empire.”
February 6 – X-Wing: Wraith Squadron (The Essential Legends Collection)
A reprint (and audiobook) of Aaron Allston’s fan-favorite Legends novel releases this February. The publisher’s summary of the third Essential Legends Collection addition this month is as follows: “They are the galaxy’s most elite fighting force. And as the battle against the Empire rages, the X-wing pilots risk life and machine to protect the Rebel Alliance. Now they must go on a daring undercover mission—as the crew of an Imperial warship.
It is Wedge Antilles’ boldest creation: a covert-action unit of X-wing fighters, its pilots drawn from the dregs of other units, castoffs and rejects given one last chance. But before the new pilots can complete their training, the squadron’s base is attacked by former Imperial Admiral Trigit, and Wraith Squadron is forced to swing into action—taking over an Imperial warship and impersonating its crew. The mission: to gain vital intelligence about Trigit’s secret weapons, to sabotage the admiral’s plans, and to lure him into an Alliance trap. But the high-stakes gamble pits Wraith Squadron’s ragtag renegades against the Empire’s most brilliant master of guile and deception.
Are they up to the challenge?
If not, the penalty is instant death.”
February 7 – Mace Windu 1
A new comic miniseries focusing on Mace Windu kicks off this month. The publisher’s summary for the first issue, written by Marc Bernardin and illustrated by Georges Jeanty, Dexter Vines, and Andrew Dalhouse, is as follows: “NE OF THE GREATEST JEDI MUST STOP AN INCENDIARY SECRET FROM FALLING INTO THE WRONG HANDS! Even in the years before THE CLONE WARS, MACE WINDU was known for his discipline, determination and combat skills. When a scientist’s discovery threatens the balance of the galaxy, Mace is led down a treacherous path of mystery and action. Introducing AZITA CRUUZ, a pirate with a deadly secret, who the HUTTS and the REPUBLIC will stop at nothing to control!”
February 7 – Obi-Wan Kenobi 5
Author Jody Houser and illustrator Salvador Larroca adapt the fifth episode of the Obi-Wan Kenobi television series in this new comic. The publisher’s summary is as follows: “DARTH VADER STRIKES! Imperial forces attempt to draw OBI-WAN out! REVA, Third Sister of the INQUISITORS, has tightened her grip on the Path outpost that hides the wanted Jedi, Obi-Wan Kenobi. The penultimate chapter of the OBI-WAN KENOBI Disney+ series ends with a BANG!”
February 14 – Darth Vader 43
Greg Pak’s acclaimed Darth Vader comic for Marvel Comics unfolds with its 43rd issue this month. The publisher’s summary is as follows: “WHO DARES COMMIT TREASON AGAINST THE EMPIRE?!
Seemingly disparate threads from years of storytelling come together as DARTH VADER uncovers the master plan of the SCHISM IMPERIAL!
The UMBARAN nurtures her conspirators! KITSTER and WALD return – along with the death machinery of GOVERNOR TAUNTAZA!
But when a group of betrayers come together, how long will it be until they betray each other?”
February 14 – The High Republic Adventures 3
The third issue of this High Republic comic series from Dark Horse Comics hits shelves this month and is written by Daniel José Older and illustrated by Harvey Tolibao and Michael Atiyeh. The publisher’s summary is as follows: “he fate of the scattered survivors of the Starlight Beacon disaster is slowly becoming more clear, as Zeen, Qort, and 5A-G3 must follow up every lead to find out who among their old Starhopper [sic] friends are still alive and where they may be. But information from inside the Occlusion Zone is very hard to come by; and the answers they seek may serve only to raise more questions… like DID any of their allies survive at all?”
February 20 – The Art of Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
Art books have a special place in the hearts of many Star Wars fans, making this new release particularly exciting. Detailing the development of the video game Star Wars Jedi: Survivor with all sorts of concept art and creator commentary, this new reference book is a must-buy for fans of Cal Kestis and friends.
February 20 – Star Wars: The Mandalorian Collection
This Star Wars Insider collection book celebrates Mandalorians throughout the galaxy. The publisher’s summary for the new Titan Magazines release is as follows: “A lavishly illustrated celebration of the Star Wars including interviews and features exploring all facets of the saga. A deluxe collector’s hardcover edition exploring the Star Wars saga on with features and interviews covering the first appearance of Boba Fett in the infamous Star Wars Holiday Special, the Droids and Ewoks cartoons — through to The Clone Wars and Star Wars Rebels and up to the present day — The Mandalorian, The Book of Boba Fett, and Obi-Wan Kenobi.
A deluxe collector’s hardcover edition exploring the Star Wars saga on with features and interviews covering the first appearance of Boba Fett in the infamous Star Wars Holiday Special, the Droids and Ewoks cartoons — through to The Clone Wars and Star Wars Rebels and up to the present day — The Mandalorian, The Book of Boba Fett, and Obi-Wan Kenobi.”
February 21 – The Bad Batch Season 3 Episodes 1-3
The eagerly anticipated premiere of The Bad Batch Season 3 occurs this February. The premiere will see the debut of three episodes, whose titles are “Confined”, “Paths Unknown” and “Shadows of Tantiss.” Check out our breakdown of the trailer’s easter eggs and hidden details here.
February 21 – Star Wars 43
Charles Soule pens and Steven Cummings illustrates the 43rd issue of this main-line comic series. The publisher’s summary is as follows: “SITH IN THE MIND’S EYE!
LUKE SKYWALKER is trapped deep behind enemy lines, hunted by a rogue SITH who sees the nascent JEDI KNIGHT as his chance at new ascendancy.
How will Luke survive…
…and who will he be if he does?”
February 21 – The High Republic 4
Cavan Scott writes the fourth issue of this High Republic Phase III comic series. The publisher’s summary is as follows: “TO THE NIHIL OCCLUSION ZONE!
JEDI MASTER KEEVE TRENNIS has disobeyed direct orders from CORUSCANT and entered NIHIL space.
Her mission: to find and save a soul who was thought lost.
Familiar faces from PHASE I of STAR WARS: THE HIGH REPUBLIC return…but not as they used to be!”
February 21 – Visions – Takashi Okazaki 1
The Ronin is back! Written and illustrated by Takashi Okazaki, this one-shot comic portrays the early history of The Ronin from Star Wars: Visions.
February 28 – The Bad Batch Season 3 Episode 4
Another episode of The Bad Batch drops on Disney+ this month. This episode is titled “A Different Approach.”
February 28 – Thrawn: Alliances 2
The comic adaptation of Timothy Zahn’s novel Thrawn: Alliances continues this month. This issue follows Thrawn and Anakin as they are on the hunt for Padme.
For reference, a condensed list of upcoming Star Wars projects in February 2024 without descriptions is included below:
February 6 – Knight Errant (The Essential Legends Collection)
February 6 – Order 66: A Republic Commando Novel (The Essential Legends Collection)
February 6 – X-Wing: Wraith Squadron (The Essential Legends Collection)
February 7 – Mace Windu 1
February 7 – Obi-Wan Kenobi 5
February 14 – Darth Vader 43
February 14 – The High Republic Adventures 3
February 20 – The Art of Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
February 20 – Star Wars: The Mandalorian Collection
February 21 – The Bad Batch Season 3 Episodes 1-3
February 21 – Star Wars 43
February 21 – The High Republic 4
February 21 – Visions – Takashi Okazaki 1
February 28 – The Bad Batch Season 3 Episode 4
February 28 – Thrawn: Alliances 2