By George & Josh Bate
Spooky season arrives this October, and so do a range of new Star Wars releases, including a brand new era of Star Wars comics. Below includes a list and description of upcoming Star Wars projects in the month of October 2024. It is important to note that all of these release dates are subject to change.
October 2 – Battle of Jakku — Insurgency Rising 1
With the comic series Star Wars and Darth Vader recently coming to an end, a new era of Star Wars comics begins. Set in between the events of Episodes VI and VII is Battle of Jakku – Insurgency Rising, a new miniseries from writer Alex Segura and illustrators Leonard Kirk and Stefano Raffaele.
The publisher’s summary for the first issue is as follows: “IN THE WAKE OF THE BATTLE OF ENDOR, CAN LUKE, LEIA AND THE NASCENT NEW REPUBLIC STAVE OFF AN UNEXPECTED — AND DEADLY — NEW THREAT?
A DEFIANT IMPERIAL takes center stage — and goes on the offensive against the NEW REPUBLIC! LEIA makes a startling discovery in the forests of ENDOR! Who are the mysterious and deadly ACOLYTES OF THE BEYOND?! What is the new villain’s connection to DARTH VADER? All this as the post-Return of the Jedi storytelling BEGINS!”
October 2 – Inquisitors 4
The fourth and final issue of Rodney Barnes’ brilliant Inquisitors comic series debuts this month. The publisher’s summary is as follows: “JEDI LEGEND TENSU RUN CONFRONTS THE INQUISITORS…AND THE DARK SIDE ITSELF!
Seething at his INQUISITORS’ failure to eliminate Jedi TENSU RUN, DARTH VADER turns up the heat – and the bodies pile up.
While eluding his hunters, Tensu remains dedicated to rebuilding the JEDI ORDER.
But as those close to him face greater risk, he has no choice but to face his fate head-on!
Jaded by his pursuers’ disastrous rampage, what path will Tensu take? And what will it mean for the future of the Jedi?”
October 8 – Star Wars: Vader’s Castle – The Deluxe Library Collection
The perfect Halloween gift for that special Star Wars fan in your life. This new deluxe hardcover collects all of the Vader’s Castle series and includes Star Wars Adventures: Tales from Vader’s Castle (2018) #1-5, Star Wars Adventures: Return to Vader’s Castle (2019) #1-5, Star Wars Adventures: Shadow of Vader’s Castle (2020), Star Wars Adventures: Ghosts of Vader’s Castle (2021) #1-5, & Star Wars Adventures Free Comic Book Day (2019).
The publisher’s summary for the Dark Horse Comics release is as follows: “Horror comes to a galaxy far, far away! The complete stories of the iconic villain’s spooky lair are collected in an oversized hardcover for the first time, including creepy new cover art and the only reprinting of Shadow of Vader’s Castle.
Revisit the scariest place in the galaxy with this comprehensive collection!
Exhumed from the lava mines of Mustafar comes the complete legends of Darth Vader’s castle: a shadowy tower haunted by the dark side. Join Rebel Commander Lina Graff, Lieutenant Hudd, and their friends as they sneak through the citadel’s dank corridors in search of escape. Along the way they trade terrifying tales of Obi-Wan, Han, Chewie, the Ewoks, and other galactic heroes facing off against interstellar creeps: menacing Sith, soulless stormtroopers, possessed droids, alien witches, mutant monsters, and more! When Hudd falls into the clutches of Vanee, the castle’s creepy caretaker, he is treated to further spine-chilling stories of the galaxy’s most vile villains, including Darth Maul, Assajj Ventress, Jabba the Hutt, and Vader himself! Even after the band of rebels flee the fortress, they are pursued by nightmares of rampaging were-Wookiees, Dagobah swamp monsters, and other ghouls!
And for the first time, the Shadow of Vader’s Castle one-shot is collected here, in which the Mustafarian locals share their own hair-raising legends about the villainous stronghold.
Are you brave enough to set foot in the Sith Lord’s fortress of fear?”
October 8 – Star Wars: The Secrets of the Clone Troopers
Insight Editions and author Mark Sumerak return for the latest installment in The Secrets Of series. The following is an in-universe guide to everything about clone troopers.
The publisher’s summary is as follows: “Learn the secrets of the clone troopers in this interactive, fully illustrated guide for readers of all ages.
Join the ranks of the Galactic Republic in Star Wars: The Secrets of the Clone Troopers. Young fans will uncover thrilling secrets from the history of beloved clone troopers—from Captain Rex to the Bad Batch—all accompanied by incredible artwork and interactive features, including pop-ups, booklets, and lift-the-flap inserts.
LEARN THE LORE: In this in-universe book, discover the secrets behind the galaxy’s clone army, from their origins on the planet Kamino to the horrors of Order 66. You’ll delve into the clone troopers’ battles on behalf of the Galactic Republic, the inner workings of the 501st Legion, the adventures of Clone Force 99, and more.
FAVORITE CHARACTERS: Spanning films, television shows, books, comics, and video games, Star Wars: The Secrets of the Clone Troopers highlights the galaxy’s iconic clone troopers—including Captain Rex, Commander Cody, Hunter, Wrecker, Tech, Echo, Crosshair, Omega, and more.
INTERACTIVE FEATURES: Pop-ups, booklets, and lift-the-flap inserts will thrill young fans, making for an engaging experience while introducing stories about the galaxy’s clone troopers.
ORIGINAL ILLUSTRATIONS: Star Wars: The Secrets of the Clone Troopers contains beautiful illustrations that will enthrall child and adult readers alike. Complete with a frameable 11 x 17 poster of the cover art, this book is the ideal gift for any Star Wars fan.
GROW YOUR STAR WARS LIBRARY: Thrilling and comprehensive, Star Wars: The Secrets of the Clone Troopers is a must-have addition to Insight Editions’ line of Star Wars titles, including: Star Wars: The Secrets of the Jedi and Star Wars: The Secrets of the Sith”
October 9 – Ahsoka 4
The fourth episode of the Disney+ series Ahsoka is adapted in this comic written by Rodney Barnes and illustrated by Georges Jeanty.
The publisher’s summary is as follows: “FALLEN JEDI!
Hera risks her career to help her friends, while Ahsoka and Sabine confront enemies!”
October 9 – Ewoks 1
A new comic series titled Ewoks begins this month. Written by Steve Orlando and illustrated by Álvaro López and Laura Braga, the new comic is set after the events of Return of the Jedi and (of course) features plenty of Ewoks.
The publisher’s summary is as follows: “CELEBRATING THE 40TH ANNIVERSARY OF CARAVAN OF COURAGE, THE EWOKS RETURN IN AN ALL-NEW MINISERIES SET AFTER THE EVENTS OF RETURN OF THE JEDI! A team of Imperial-led BOUNTY HUNTERS and scavengers arrive on the Forest Moon of Endor searching for a secret cache of Imperial weaponry! Are they prepared to face off against the battle-ready Ewoks who took down so many of their ranks? Who is the mysterious new warrior Ewok returning to Bright Tree village, and what is their connection to WICKET W. WARRICK?”
October 9 – The High Republic Adventures – Dispatches from the Occlusion Zone 1
Another new comic series debuts this month. The High Republic Adventures – Dispatches from the Occlusion Zone is a new mini-series written by Daniel José Older, illustrated by Paris Alleyne and Michael Atiyeh, and published by Dark Horse Comics.
The publisher’s summary for the first issue is as follows: “The marauders known as the Nihil have stranded hundreds of worlds in a part of the galaxy known as the Occlusion Zone. With communications blocked and ships unable to enter, Jedi Knights Keeve Trennis and Elzar Mann have turned to centuries-old technology to send messages of hope into the Zone. The messages they receive in return—from Jedi younglings, Padawans, and Knights, and more—will set the stage for the final battle between the noble Jedi and the nefarious Nihil.
Set a century before Star Wars: The Acolyte!
Four issue series.”
October 9 – The High Republic Adventures – Echoes of Fears 2
George Mann and Vincenzo Federici’s High Republic miniseries continues this month. The publisher’s summary for the second issue is as follows: “Jedi Knight Reath Silas and Jedi Padawan Amadeo Azzazzo delve deeper in the history of the Echo Stones. In doing so, they unearth the epic tale of Jedi Master Barnabas Vim and his Padawan Vix Fonnick as they try to uncover an Echo Stone from the hands of a Jedi Wayfinder who risks being seduced by its force-amplifying power.”
October 9 – The High Republic Adventures – Saber for Hire 4
The final issue of this High Republic miniseries starring Ty Yorrick hits shelves this month. The publisher’s summary is as follows: “The epic miniseries comes to a shocking conclusion! The identity of the sinister Child of the Storm revealed. A past confronted and a sacrifice made as Ty Yorrick and her apprentice face their biggest challenge yet. Ty’s life will never be the same!”
October 15 – Mace Windu: The Glass Abyss
A new adult novel starring Mace Windu set between the events of The Phantom Menace and Attack of the Clones arrives this October.
The publisher’s summary for the novel is as follows: “Jedi Master Mace Windu travels to a dangerous, remote planet on a mission that challenges even his deadly prowess—all to fulfill Qui-Gon’s last request.
The Jedi are reeling from Qui-Gon Jinn’s sudden death at the hands of a Sith. Jedi Master Mace Windu’s feelings about Qui-Gon have always been complicated, and have not been made any simpler in death. While they often disagreed, Mace valued Qui-Gon’s unique perspective, and their shared dedication to the Force made them allies. Without Qui-Gon and his unorthodox views, Mace feels out of balance.
While considering his fallen friend’s legacy, Mace is surprised to receive a final message from Qui-Gon, marked to be delivered to Mace on the event of Qui-Gon’s death. The message contains a last request: a plea to help the Outer Rim planet of Metagos.
Many years ago, a violent solar flare transformed the surface of the desert planet into a landscape of irradiated glass–as beautiful as it is dangerous. Now most of the surviving inhabitants live underground, where rival clans fight to control the planet’s limited resources. As a young Jedi, Qui-Gon protected the Sa’ad farming clan from the planet’s less scrupulous factions. The Sa’ad practice the art of dream-weaving, retaining their waking minds upon sleep in order to communicate and coexist with the wild creatures around them. Qui-Gon vowed to return if they ever required his aid, but now it falls to Mace to fulfill that promise. The Sa’ad’s leader, KinShan Nightbird, has begged for the Jedi’s help in freeing Metagos from the crime lords who threaten to eradicate her people’s way of life.
Intent on fulfilling Qui-Gon’s final wishes, Mace travels to Metagos and infiltrates the enemies of the Sa’ad. But as the Jedi Master investigates the intricate web of adversaries and allies, Mace finds himself pushed to the boundaries of the Jedi code, challenging his beliefs and his relationship to the Force itself.”
October 15 – Star Wars Insider 228
The latest issue of Star Wars Insider celebrates the five-year anniversary of The Mandalorian, dives behind the scenes of The Bad Batch Season 3, and explores the spooky side of a galaxy far, far away.
October 16 – Battle of Jakku — Insurgency Rising 2
The second issue of the aforementioned new comic series is also set to release this month.
The publisher’s summary is as follows: “THE NEW REPUBLIC FACES DEADLY ADVERSARIES! MON MOTHMA and LEIA must make a difficult decision to deal with a defiant Imperial hell-bent on preserving the legacy of PALPATINE and VADER! LUKE hunts for a lost JEDI relic but makes a startling discovery! The UNDERWORLD simmers with intrigue as an unholy alliance is formed! A ragtag group of NEW REPUBLIC heroes sets out on a mission — and their return is not guaranteed!”
October 16 – The High Republic Adventures 11
One-hundred years before The Acolyte, this Dark Horse Comics series unfolds. The publisher’s summary for the 11th issue, which is written by Daniel José Older and illustrated by Caìo Filipe and Michael Atiyeh, is as follows: “Eriadu is under siege! The fate of the planet lies with the ruling Tarkin family, and nobody knows whose side they’re on. Will the Tarkins join forces with the Republic resistance or capitulate to the vile Nihil? While the bureaucrats wheel and deal, Padawan Ram Jomaram gathers a team of underdogs to launch a rescue mission deep within the Occlusion Zone!
Artist Caio Filipe, the illustrator of Lotus Land, joins the High Republic Adventures saga for the first time!”
October 29 – Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic Vol. 8
This trade paperback collects comics from Legends about the New Republic and the New Jedi Order. Included in this collection are: Star Wars: Invasion (2009) 0-5, Star Wars: Invasion – Rescues (2010) 1-6, Star Wars: Invasion – Revelations (2011) 1-5, Star Wars Handbook (1998) 2: Crimson Empire; material from Star Wars Tales (1999) 18-19, 21.
The publisher’s summary is as follows: “The New Republic series of Star Wars Legends Epic Collections comes to a close, featuring some of the final Legends appearances of many classic Star Wars heroes!
The end of the New Republic era! Twenty-five years after the events of A New Hope, Luke Skywalker and the galaxy must face the greatest threat since the Sith were defeated: the Yuuzhan Vong! Swarming across scores of worlds, these hostile invaders from another galaxy spread the New Republic’s forces thin and challenge even Luke’s New Jedi Order — which now includes Han Solo and Leia Organa Solo’s children! In the face of this massive and horrifying threat, battle lines are drawn and alliances new and old are forged — but remnants of the Empire still lurk in the shadows with plans of their own. Can the New Republic survive?”
October 29 – Star Wars Insider Presents The Phantom Menace 25 Year Anniversary Special
Another opportunity to celebrate the 25th anniversary of The Phantom Menace debuts this month. The Phantom Menace: The 25 Year Anniversary Special offers an in-depth behind the scenes look at the movie and includes interviews with George Lucas, Liam Neeson, Ewan McGregor, and Natalie Portman.
October 30 – Battle of Jakku — Insurgency Rising 3
Currently scheduled to release in quick succession, another issue of Battle of Jakku – Insurgency Rising drops just in time for Halloween. The publisher’s summary for the third issue of the comic series is as follows: “KES DAMERON FACES DEATH IN THE GRIP OF A FEARSOME IMPERIAL THREAT! Who is the mysterious REYNA OSKUR—and what does her influence over the DEFIANT IMPERIAL mean for the NEW REPUBLIC? Does the DEFIANT IMPERIAL have an INQUISITOR by his side?! Our villain consolidates his power—but at what cost? An iconic, familiar face arrives to save the captured heroes!”
For reference, a condensed list of upcoming Star Wars projects in October 2024 without descriptions is included below:
October 2 – Battle of Jakku — Insurgency Rising 1
October 2 – Inquisitors 4
October 8 – Star Wars: Vader’s Castle – The Deluxe Library Collection
October 8 – Star Wars: The Secrets of the Clone Troopers
October 9 – Ahsoka 4
October 9 – Ewoks 1
October 9 – The High Republic Adventures – Dispatches from the Occlusion Zone 1
October 9 – The High Republic Adventures – Echoes of Fears 2
October 9 – The High Republic Adventures – Saber for Hire 4
October 15 – Mace Windu: The Glass Abyss
October 15 – Star Wars Insider 228
October 16 – Battle of Jakku — Insurgency Rising 2
October 16 – The High Republic Adventures 11
October 29 – Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic Vol. 8
October 29 – Star Wars Insider Presents The Phantom Menace 25 Year Anniversary Special
October 30 – Battle of Jakku — Insurgency Rising 3
Check out an overview of all the Star Wars projects that were released last month below…