The Empire can be seductive, particularly if you're an aspiring young pilot... Thane Kyrell and Ciena Ree both know this very well when they enroll Imperial Academy, eager to pursue their dreams. When Thane discovers the darker side of the Empire, though, and defects to the Rebellion, the pair's lifelong friendship will be put to the ultimate test. Will Thane and Ciena's relationship -- or even they themselves -- survive this galactic conflict...?
This thrilling Young Adult novel gives readers a macro view of some of the most important events in the Star Wars universe, from the rise of the Rebellion to the fall of the Empire. Readers will experience these major moments through the eyes of two childhood friends--Ciena Ree and Thane Kyrell--who have grown up to become an Imperial officer and a Rebel pilot. Now on opposite sides of the war, will these two star-crossed lovers reunite, or will duty tear them--and the galaxy--apart? Star Wars: Lost Stars also includes all-new post- Star Wars: Return of the Jedi content, as well as hints and clues about the upcoming film Star Wars: The Force Awakens, making this a must-read for all Star Wars fans.
Will the end of the conflict mean the end of their story...? Thane and Ciena have survived to see the destruction of one Death Star and the construction of another, but as they watch from opposite sides as the Empire crumbles, can anything but tragedy await them at the end of their journey?
Discover the story of how Leia Organa comes to join the Rebellion against the evil Empire. A young Princess Leia spends her days learning the ways of politics, aiding those in need, and preparing for the ceremony in which she will declare her intention to one day rule Alderaan. But as Leia works to prove herself worthy of the throne, she notices her parents growing increasingly distant from her. Upon learning their secrets, Leia must now make a choice between her responsibility to the people of Alderaan and her responsibility to save a galaxy crushed by the rule of the Empire...
One of the Republic's elite spies, Theron Shan, embarks on an assignment to uncover dark secrets that could shatter the fragile peace with the Sith and plunge the galaxy back into war! An old Jedi, Ngani Zho--once Theron's mentor, and formerly thought lost in Sith territory--has returned quite a bit more peculiar than before he left . . . Unfortunately, he is the only one who can guide Theron on his mission. Quickly, Theron's hands are full with Zho, a troublesome thief, and the Sith who never should have let that old Jedi return to the Republic! * Direct connections between game and comic! * Written by Alexander Freed, a senior writer of the game! * Starring Theron Shan of the legendary Shan bloodline.
The Empire can be seductive, particularly if you’re an aspiring young pilot... Sharing a love of ships and an admiration for the Empire, childhood friends Thane Kyrell and Ciena Ree enroll in the Imperial Academy in the hopes of realizing their dream of joining the fleet. The more they learn, however, the more their loyalties—to the Empire and to each other—are put to the test. Will Thane and Ciena’s friendship—or even they themselves—survive the trials ahead?
As the Empire and the Rebellion clash, the galaxy trembles! In the wake of the obliteration of Alderaan, Thane’s faith in the Empire is shaken, while the destruction of the Death Star that soon follows gives Ciena a reason to rededicate herself to the side she’s chosen. As their paths diverge, is love strong enough to overcome the distance growing between them?
As the Empire’s grip on the galaxy tightens, Ezra is eager to do whatever it takes to become stronger. To that end, Kanan escorts his young Padawan to the Jedi temple on Lothal to undergo the necessary trials. Ezra has no idea what he will face within, but both he and Kanan are reassured by the guiding hand of a powerful and familiar friend. Armed with the tools to defend the people and places they care for, the crew of thet Ghost strikes at the Empire. The stage is set for full-scale rebellion in this final volume of Star Wars Rebels!
The digital technologies of the 21st century are reshaping how we experience storytelling. More than ever before, storylines from the world's most popular narratives cross from the pages of books to the movie theatre, to our television screens and in comic books series. Plots intersect and intertwine, allowing audiences many different entry points to the narratives. In this sometimes bewildering array of stories across media, one thing binds them together: their large-scale fictional world. Collaborative Worldbuilding for Writers and Gamers describes how writers can co-create vast worlds for use as common settings for their own stories. Using the worlds of Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, A Game of Thrones, and Dungeons & Dragons as models, this book guides readers through a step-by-step process of building sprawling fictional worlds complete with competing social forces that have complex histories and yet are always evolving. It also shows readers how to populate a catalog with hundreds of unique people, places, and things that grow organically from their world, which become a rich repository of story making potential. The companion website collaborativeworldbuilding.com features links to online resources, past worldbuilding projects, and an innovative card system designed to work with this book.
“At last we reveal ourselves to the Jedi…” They are the warriors whose thirst for power is matched only by their ruthlessness, but who are the Sith Lords? From the opening moments of A New Hope in which the imposing figure of Darth Vader strode onto the Tantive IV – and into movie history – to Kylo Ren’s memorable debut in Star Wars: The Force Awakens, the Sith have proved that the bad guys have all the fun. This collection includes interviews with the actors who brought the Sith to life such as Ian McDiarmid (Emperor Palpatine/Darth Sidious), Hayden Christensen (Anakin Skywalker), and Christopher Lee (Count Dooku), along with articles that explore these evil practitioners of the dark side. “Much of the best writing about the Star Wars franchise has appeared in the pages of Star Wars Insider Magazine.” – Manhattan Book Review
