10 Best Star Wars Comics We Wish Were Canon
The Star Wars universe is not just limited to movies and TV shows; it extends greatly into the realm of comics. Many of these comics have deeply enriched the lore of the galaxy far, far away, and while some are considered canon, others are not. Nonetheless, here are ten non-canon Star Wars comics that fans fervently wish were part of the official storyline.
1. “Star Wars: Legacy” – This series set 125 years after the original films introduced a new Skywalker, Cade Skywalker. A powerful Jedi with a penchant for turning away from his legacy and dabbling with the dark side made for a complex protagonist worthy of the family name.
2. “Dark Empire” – The story that showcased Luke Skywalker succumbing to the dark side to defeat the resurrected Emperor Palpatine was as controversial as it was compelling. Its inclusion in canon could add new depths to Luke’s character.
3. “Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi” – Taking readers back thousands of years before Luke Skywalker, this series delved into the early history of the Jedi Order and their conflict with the Sith, providing a rich backdrop against which many contemporary tales could be told.
4. “Star Wars: Knights of The Old Republic” – Based on the video game of the same name, this comic explored an era where Jedi Knights are numerous and serve as guardians of peace before the dark times, before the Empire.
5. “Star Wars: Republic” – This series spanned a range of important moments in Star Wars history, including many facets of the Clone Wars that enhanced viewers’ understanding of that tumultuous period.
6. “Star Wars: Darth Maul – Son of Dathomir” – Based on unproduced scripts from “The Clone Wars” TV show, this tale further explored Darth Maul’s story after his surprising survival and could add even more complexity to one of the saga’s most fascinating villains.
7. “Star Wars: X-Wing – Rogue Squadron” – The daring exploits of Rogue Squadron were essential to understanding the behind-the-scenes battles between Rebels and Imperials, giving more insight into Star Wars’ unsung heroes.
8. “Crimson Empire” – Following one of Emperor Palpatine’s Royal Guards who seeks vengeance after his master’s fall, this narrative could provide a unique perspective on loyalty and duty in a post-Imperial galaxy.
9. “Star Wars: Infinities” – This ‘what if’ anthology series took a look at alternate realities within the Star Wars universe—for instance, what if Luke had died on Hoth? Such alternative scenarios would definitely spice up canon with their intriguing divergences.
10. “Star Wars: Dark Times” – Directly following “Revenge of the Sith,” this grim storyline follows Jedi survivors during one of their darkest periods as they avoid persecution from their once allies-turned-enemies – an emotional dive into what it meant to be a Jedi in hiding.
Each one of these richly developed series contains characters and storylines that could enhance our understanding and appreciation for Star Wars lore—and perhaps one day, fans may see elements of these fantastic tales woven into what’s acknowledged as true Star Wars canon.