Cavan Scott returns to the Star Wars universe with Star Wars: Tales from the Nightlands, bringing his experience, passion, and craftsmanship. These comics that live a bit outside the usual Star Wars mold are so much fun and truly unique. With artist Soo Lee on board, these two bring their A-game with this premiere issue.
On Ryloth, Twi’leks whisper about the Nightlands, the realm where their spirits retire after death. Legend says that on nights when the veil is thinnest, you can speak with the shades who reside there.
On one such night, Anakin Skywalker and his Twi’lek friend Daesha try to summon the ghost of a much-loved relative for a final goodbye. But when Anakin makes contact with the Nightlands, the answer is anything but friendly…
Enter: The Nightlander, a Star Wars boogeyman that seeks to possess a living host and bring chaos to the galaxy!
Cavan Scott proves once again why he’s one of the best Star Wars storytellers with Tales from the Nightlands. In this premiere issue, Scott revisits Anakin Skywalker as a reckless immature Padawan, someone who is quick to act, slow to think, and is sure he knows best. As usual, Obi-Wan Kenobi is left to attempt to clean up the chaos left in his wake. Scott blends classic Jedi action adventure with a ghost story twist to create something different in the Star Wars universe and nails it.
Tales from the Nightlands wouldn’t be nearly as enjoyable if not for Soo Lee’s incredible artwork. Lee’s illustrations are take Scott story and visualizes in with haunting and creepy vibes. The ghostly spirits are eerie and intense, yet they still feel right at home in the Star Wars universe. While Lee’s illustrations fit this tell extremely well, it’s the cover by legendary artist Francesco Francavilla that draws you in the first place.
Star Wars: Tales from the Nightlands is a ton fun, a home run from Cavan Scott and Soo Lee. The eerie blend of Star Wars sci-fi and ghost story horror is unique and truly broadens the scope of the Star Wars Universe. A strong start to the miniseries, making it hard to wait for what these two creators due with the rest of the run.
Star Wars: Tales from the Nightlands #1 hits local comic shops on September 10, 2025 from Dark Horse.
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