X wing rogue squadron the phantom affair tpb at least, thats the lie being spread by the anteendor association. So when rebel hero wedge antilles rebuilds the legendary rogue squadron, he seeks out only the best the most skilled, the most daring xwing pilots sleek, swift and deadly. Star wars reveals rogue squadron was named after rogue. Xwing is a tenbook series of star wars novels by michael a. The right answer, however is wedge antilles, lukes childhood friend who left to join the rebellion. Tatooine dark horse, 1998 series 1998 indexer notes. What really makes these books shine is that they are based around the actions of minor characters. I personally prefer the books as aaron allston is an excellent writer. It would also come with 2 rogue squadron title cards. And so, for those lost friends, this is a battle they will not lose.
I read the xwing series of 9 books years ago but never read the comics. These books are basically an extension of the xwing and tie fighter games put out by lucasarts. First seen during the battle of hoth in the empire strikes back as rogue group, rogue squadron would eventually go on to headline a number of multimedia titles in the nowdefunct expanded universe, from video games to comics to the widely popular star wars. Rogue squadron joins forces with the cilpari natives in battling bothe the alliance and the empire forces on their planet. Star wars omnibus xwing rogue squadron tpb 20062007. Wizard magazine was a popular monthly periodical that began publishing in july 1991 and features articles about comic books. It was originally intended to be just the first three storyarcs, but ended up running for 35 issues. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read rogue squadron.
Rogue squadron is excellent and the x wing series nine books in all, will prove to be one of the most popular series. Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and videos from thousands of public libraries worldwide. Until you earn points all your submissions need to be vetted by other comic vine users. My idea is the expansion would come with a rogue squadron painted ywing and awing. Xwing rogue squadron a comic published by dark horse. Jun 26, 2007 the galaxys greatest starfighters take flight once more in a mission to reclaim the galactic capital coruscant from the empire. A handful of tatooine outlaws and a mountain full of imperial weaponry are a deadly combination deadly enough to make allies of x wing rogue squadron and a troop of imperial special forces. Star wars omnibus xwing rogue squadron tpb 20062007 dark. My faverite had to be of course the making of baron fel.
Lest you think ive been slacking in my reading, im here to report in on the completion of my latest, stressfree summer assignment. Great collection of rogue squadron comics, following the exploits of the squadron lead by the only rebel pilot to have two death stars painted on his x wing, wedge antilles. There is a lot of action, fighter pilot slang, mystery, etc. Check out individual issues, and find out how to read them. This book is recommended to anyone, whether you love space battles, or intriguing plot and suspensful mystery. As the empire withers away and the new republic grows, one team of ace starfighters takes on the most critical missions to ensure freedom in a galaxy long oppressed rogue squadron. This seems to make the most sense as rogue squadron used xwings, ywings, b.
The three volume collection tells the story of the rebellions bravest warriors as they. They were at endor when so many gave their lives to destroy the second death star. In the old star wars canon, rogue squadronthe legendary group of rebel pilots who faced impossible odds and defied fate on the regular as ace pilot heroeshad a. Who is the only pilot to be in both assaults on the death stars. The phantom affair is the second story arc of the x wing rogue squadron comic series, but it was the first to be collected in tpb form.
But when rogue squadron is ordered to assist in the assault on the heavily fortified imperial stronghold of black moon, even the bravest must wonder if any at all will survive. The story is set in the star wars galaxy approximately one year after return of the jedi. The greatest starfighters of the rebel alliance become the defenders of a new republic in this massive collection of stories featuring wedge antilles, hero of the. Rogue squadron is excellent and the xwing series nine books in all, will prove to be one of the most popular series. Star wars reveals rogue squadron was named after rogue one cbr. The x wing wraith squadron adventures are one of the most popular series in the star wars universe.
This edit will also create new pages on comic vine for. A handful of tatooine outlaws and a mountain full of imperial weaponry are a deadly combination deadly enough to make allies of xwing rogue squadron and a troop of imperial special forces. Xwing rogue squadron isnt available for purchase right now, but you might be interested in some of our great new products. The xwing series was envisioned as star wars meets top gun. Tatooine, as wedge and crew attempt to take back the galaxy, one planet at a time. Wedge antilles is the premier xwing pilot of the rebel alliance, and his. Star wars comic story 24 pages report information script michael a. Star wars meets top gun might have been the original pitch for the xwing series, but michael a. The xwingwraith squadron adventures are one of the most popular series in the star wars universe. With the imperial aces now out, id love to see a similar set for rogue squadron. The hot desert sands really heat up in the explosive conclusion to battleground. Stackpole successfully blends a military feel, a stereotypical elite and unconventional military unit, and the star wars universe to create an interesting and worthy addition to the star wars universe. Stackpole mostly focuses on rogue squadron, an elite xwing squadron originally founded by luke skywalker, but commanded by. It was published by dark horse comics and ran for 35 issues, beginning.
A galaxy of information on star wars toys, action figures, statues, prop replicas, books, games, comics, miniatures, cards, and other collectibles. The premise of the omnibus books is to give dark horse a way to present novellength stories in a single collection and also to provide a home for single issues or short stories that might otherwise be. This series of books reprints all xwing rogue squadron comics including for the first time the rebel opposition, all in chronological order. Browse the marvel comic series star wars handbook 1.
The greatest starfighters of the rebel alliance become the defenders of a new republic in this collection of stories featuring wedge antilles, hero of the battle of endor, and his team of ace pilots known throughout the galaxy as rogue squadron. Xwing rogue squadron comic book by dark horse 36 issues, 45 covers jul 1995 to nov 1998. Available worldwide from dark horse comics available in the uk. Marvels star wars comic show the new origin of rogue squadron. Xwing rogue squadron comic online free and high quality. When rogue squadron leader wedge antilles is downed in a bloody. Xwing rogue squadron is a series of comic books written by michael stackpole and darko macan and published by dark horse comics. Rogue squadron is intriguing, suspenseful and an altogether very enjoyable novel. Aug 25, 2009 lest you think ive been slacking in my reading, im here to report in on the completion of my latest, stressfree summer assignment. As the empire withers away and the new republic grows, one team of ace starfighters takes on the most critical missions to ensure freedom in a galaxy long oppressedrogue squadron. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. Stackpoles contributions cover the adventures of a new rogue squadron formed by wedge antilles, while allstons focus on wraith squadron, another creation of antilles.
New timothy zahn audio books coming star wars celebration vii in orlando. Through nine thrilling novels, this handy ebook bundle features the action, the intrigue, and the entire evolving story of these unique space corpsunits that are comprised of a diverse group of pilots determined to fight the good fight. Its predecessor was deemed by the publishers to be not so good, and so this comic is sometimes seen as the real beginning of the series. Imperial terrorists have landed a devastating strike on wedge antilleshome planet and captured a member of rogue squadron. For the past few weeks, ive been tearing through dark horse comics star wars. Xwing rogue squadron volume two compiles several multiissue arcs of the dark horse comic book saga in one handy volume. The phantom affair is the second story arc of the xwing rogue squadron comic series, but it was the first to be collected in tpb form.
In the old star wars canon, rogue squadronthe legendary group of rebel pilots who faced impossible odds and defied fate on the regular as ace pilot heroeshad a rather pedestrian origin. The ending was the only thing i wish couldve had more to do with fels wife it just kind of leaves off with out even. Great collection of rogue squadron comics, following the exploits of the squadron lead by the only rebel pilot to have two death stars painted on his xwing, wedge antilles. A new hope and approximately one month after the battle. This series of books reprints all x wing rogue squadron comics including for the first time the rebel opposition, all in chronological order. Star wars legends x wing ebook written by michael a. The first four books by michael stackpole are collectively known informally as the rogue squadron series, as together they form a selfcontained plot involving the members of rogue squadron.
Omnibuss are slightly smaller than regular trade paperback, but two to three times as many pages. Whether this becomes the new republics finest hour or its darkest defeat lies squarely on the shoulders of wedge antilles and his team of ace x wing pilots rogue squadron. Xwing rogue squadron is a comic book series within star wars legends. The most recent entries in the collected series is the first part of the star wars omnibus program. Rogue squadron is a series of comics published by dark horse comics. A wide array of storied and a generous helping of space combat make this a great read for any star wars fan. Stackpoles series of books and comics easily tops the charts of. Join the most elite fighting force in space on a doordie mission only the xwings would dare. The greatest starfighters of the rebel alliance become the defenders of a new republic in this collection of stories featuring wedge antilles, hero of the battle of.