As part of the Star Wars publishing editorial team, I’m extremely proud of what has been accomplished thus far with the Star Wars: The High Republic series, across all formats, from adult novels to all-ages comic books. But I get the sense that there are some readers who haven’t sampled our books from Disney Lucasfilm […]
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10 Things We Learned from the Star Wars: The High Republic Anniversary Special
The third and final wave of books and comics in Phase I of Star Wars: The High Republic start arriving today, marking the one-year anniversary of our first steps into the new era. To celebrate, Krystina Arielle gathered the five architects of the initiative — Claudia Gray, Justina Ireland, Daniel José Older, Cavan Scott, and Charles Soule […]
Who Will Survive Star Wars: The High Republic?
“Who will survive?” Ever since the release of the teaser poster for the next wave of books and comics in Star Wars: The High Republic, this question has been weighing on fans of the new era. But in classic Star Wars fashion, there must be a balance. Like Han Solo cracking a joke with a […]
A New Vision for Vernestra in Star Wars: The High Republic: Mission to Disaster – Exclusive Excerpt
It’s not easy being among the youngest Jedi Knights, training a Padawan of almost the same age. On Kirima, Vernestra Rwoh hopes to focus on being the best teacher she can be, training Imri Cantaros in the delicate nature of using the Force to leap an otherwise impossible distance. But the talented young Jedi is plagued […]
9 Heroes of Star Wars: The High Republic Who Aren’t Jedi
Project manager. Technician. Pilot. They might not hold the title of Jedi or have incredible Force powers at their fingertips, but these plucky heroes have their own bravery and skills vital to the galaxy far, far away. Whether they’re saving lives with their quick thinking, working relentlessly to unite the Republic, or just deciding to […]
Meet 3 New Jedi from Star Wars: The High Republic: Mission to Disaster – Exclusive Reveal
The High Republic // NOVEMBER 4, 2021 Get to know these guardians of peace and justice — before they debut in the upcoming middle-grade book. Little has been revealed surrounding the plot of Justina Ireland’s Star Wars: The High Republic: Mission to Disaster, arriving January 4, 2022. Finally, StarWars.com has some of the first details […]
9 Jedi To Know in Star Wars: The High Republic
Powerful guardians of peace and justice. Stalwart protectors of an entire galaxy. People with flaws and fears? Absolutely. The Jedi of the High Republic weren’t stoic superheroes — although they were capable of some astounding things — but were challenged by the same misgivings and doubts that everyone in the galaxy feels. Facing daunting threats […]
Spoiler Talk: Justina Ireland Shines a Light on Out of the Shadows
Spoiler warning: This article discusses details and plot points from Star Wars: The High Republic: Out of the Shadows. Justina Ireland’s Star Wars: The High Republic: Out of the Shadows debuted last month, marking the second release in a new wave of High Republic stories. This young adult novel brings back some familiar faces like […]
From a Certain Point of View: Who is the Best New Character in Star Wars: The High Republic?
One of the great things about Star Wars is that it inspires endless debates and opinions on a wide array of topics. Best bounty hunter? Most powerful Jedi? Does Salacious B. Crumb have the best haircut in the saga? In that spirit, StarWars.com presents From a Certain Point of View: a series of point-counterpoints on some of the biggest — and […]
“Nothing is the Same After This Book”: Justina Ireland on Out of the Shadows
The Republic and Jedi are scrambling after the Nihil’s brutal attack on the Republic Fair. With the Nihil asserting their dominance over the Frontier and proving they’re more than just a band of reckless marauders, sands are shifting in the galaxy. The new Young Adult novel Star Wars: The High Republic: Out of the Shadows, […]