They were at endor when so many gave their lives to destroy the second death star. Heres a game an aerial shootemup inspired by the rogue squadron comic books of the mid90s that was uniquely suited to the n64s singlethumbstick gamepad in its day. Wedge is a pilot in the movies, who survived both death star attacks. It was published by dark horse comics and ran for 35 issues, beginning in 1995, and ending abruptly in 1998. This page covers the comic book series and the novel series, which were produced more or less in that order, although several of the books came out after the main comics series ended and the most recent comic book was in 2005.
This mammoth volume includes battleground tatooine, the warrior princess, and requiem for a rogue. One of the writers was michael stackpole, who was simultaneously writing the xwing series novels, but exactly how much influence he had appears to vary from issue to issue and arc to arc. Then the group stumbled on a comic book named rogue squadron that was based on the elite group of pilots led by luke skywalker in the classic trilogy. It is set at the beginning of the new republic era of the star wars expanded universe and centers on the creation of a new rogue squadron by legendary rebel alliance pilot wedge antilles. This series of books reprints all xwing rogue squadron comics including for the first time the rebel opposition, all in chronological order. This series stars the rebel alliances most elite pilot team rogue squadron. Narration for the audio version was performed by henry thomas. The next big star wars book will follow a squadron of rebel. Rogue squadron is a starfighter squadron in the star wars franchise. It is written by michael a stackpole and what a fantastic job he does. This was the first book about rogue squadron that i read because i hadnt read any of the rogue squadron novels yet, but this book gave me an idea of what they were about and made me want to read the rest of the rogue squadron graphic novels and the rogue squadron adult novels.
Xwing rogue squadron is a comic book series within star wars legends. Jun 07, 2006 this was the first book about rogue squadron that i read because i hadnt read any of the rogue squadron novels yet, but this book gave me an idea of what they were about and made me want to read the rest of the rogue squadron graphic novels and the rogue squadron adult novels. Get your first look at the cover art for star wars. Xwing legends book 1 get 90 days free of amazon music unlimited. When i watched one of the later trailers for rogue one, i was struck by one of the scenes. Andurgo was a dug pilot serving the galactic alliance remnant in 7 aby. The next big star wars book will follow a squadron of. Some levels are based on star wars novels and comic books from the 1980s. 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. Rogue squadron fought and conquered the oppressive empire with a handful of ships, some ace pilots, and most of all, hope.
Available worldwide from dark horse comics available in the uk from titan. Marvels star wars comic reveals the origin of rogue squadron. To see what your friends thought of this book, please sign up. The pilots themselves received little camera time in some of the movies, while others are only known in the comic books and novel adaptions. Star wars omnibus xwing rogue squadron tpb 20062007 dark. Star wars reveals rogue squadron was named after rogue. The right answer, however is wedge antilles, lukes childhood friend who left to join the rebellion. The squadron appears in the empire strikes back 1980 as rogue group. May 24, 2018 set approximately seven years after endor, the xwing books follow wedge antilles. It was originally intended to be just the first three storyarcs, but ended up running for 35 issues. The squadron appears in the empire strikes back as rogue group. With one subtle word of rogue in the title, it becomes clear to diehards that this film will focus on the longstoried rogue squadron of rebel pilots depicted in comic books, novels and even a.
We specialize in marvel and dc, but carry dark horse, and many others as well. A star wars story comic adaptation, with art by roge antonio and other acclaimed artists, including cover art created by the team behind the recent darth vader comic series. 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. Star wars omnibus xwing rogue squadron tpb 20062007. 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. If this is a regular missing issue, please use the missing submission on the title in question. Star wars dark horse comics xwing rogue squadron 1998. The xwingwraith squadron adventures are one of the most popular series in the star wars universe. Are they just the same story or does one take place before the other. In rogue squadron, commander wedge antilles survivor of both attacks on the death star trains the squadron and prepares them for major combat against the remnants of the empire. Jan 29, 2019 heres a game an aerial shootemup inspired by the rogue squadron comic books of the mid90s that was uniquely suited to the n64s singlethumbstick gamepad in its day. 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. Although occasionally some of the big names from star wars make an appearance or are mentioned, this series focuses on the pilots in rogue squadron. During the star wars publishing panel earlier today at new york comic con, random house books announced that alexander freed will.
Oct 05, 2018 during the star wars publishing panel earlier today at new york comic con, random house books announced that alexander freed will. 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. There were the n64 and gamecube video games, as well as the very popular series of xwing novels by. Xwing rogue squadron is a series of comic books written by michael stackpole and darko macan and published by dark horse comics. Im about to start reading and dont want to screw it up. Wedge antilles is the ace pilot of the rebel alliance, and his rogue squadron is the outfit of choice for every xwing flyer. And yet id never gotten around to reading the xwing comics. Xwing rogue squadron comic online free and high quality. Aug 04, 2018 rogue squadron was featured across several platforms in the old star wars expanded universe. When rogue squadron leader wedge antilles is downed in a bloody battle against imperial all. And so, for those lost friends, this is a battle they will not lose. Then the group stumbled on a comic book named rogue squadron that was based on the elite group of.
It features significantly improved graphics and a new tactics menu that allows. Star wars reveals rogue squadron was named after rogue one cbr. Xwing rogue squadron special comic 1995 kellogg dark horse exclusive 5 star wars. Stackpoles rogue squadron comic finds the perfect balance between starfighter battles, commando action, humor, pathos, and charm. Who is the only pilot to be in both assaults on the death stars. Just like the xwing books with which they share a universe, the rogue squadron comics dont really hold the readers hand all that much with. 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. Xwing rogue squadron is a series of comic books published by dark horse comics. As the page image says, the character wedge antilles and the xwing starfighter are the absolute.
Set a few years before the events of the xwing books, the rogue squadron comics chronicle the adventures of a different incarnation of the elite flying folks, which were lead to believe is. Rogue squadron is the first installment in the xwing series of novels, first published in 1996. Rogue squadron was featured across several platforms in the old star wars expanded universe. But wedge antilles and his rogue squadron comrades know the truth. Xwing rogue squadron, volume 3, the warrior princess star wars. Rogue squadron origin revealed in latest star wars comic. Check out individual issues, and find out how to read them. Working class star wars comics were something to see. Plug your favorite controller or joystick into your pc now, and flying into battle still feels both effortless and intuitive. According to this documentary, the game was assembled in roughly eight months. Stackpoles contributions cover the adventures of a new rogue squadron formed by wedge antilles, while allstons focus on wraith squadron, another creation of antilles. Rogue squadron is prominently featured in the comic book series star wars.
Jun 26, 2007 this is what star wars comic books are all about. The xwing series is a sizable part of the star wars expanded universe. 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. It was published by dark horse comics and ran for 35 issues, beginning. He was a member of rogue squadron and wingmate to monia gahan. Omnibuss are slightly smaller than regular trade paperback, but two to three times as many pages. The xwing rogue squadron book series by multiple authors includes books the phantom affair star wars.
Rogue squadron 1996 is the first novel in the star wars. Xwing is a tenbook series of star wars novels by michael a. A wide array of storied and a generous helping of space combat make this a great read for any star wars fan. Xwing rogue squadron, the tenvolume novel series star wars. Rogue squadron is a series of comics published by dark horse comics. Rogue squadron, released in 1996, is part of the resurgence of the star wars universe that began with timothy zahns thrawn trilogy in. Why disney should adapt the xwing books comicsverse.
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 forgotten. Mar 12, 2015 set a few years after the continuity of the comic books, the rogue squadron books introduced the character corran horn, whos kind of a mashup of luke skywalker force powers, mysterious daddy. Set approximately seven years after endor, the xwing books follow wedge antilles. He is now tasked with restarting rogue squadron, the famous fighter pilots. Many surviving members of red squadron, the rebel xwing attack force that luke skywalker joins during the battle of yavin in star wars 1977, later join rogue squadron. Xwing rogue squadron volume two compiles several multiissue arcs of the dark horse comic book saga in one handy volume. Stackpoles series of books and comics easily tops the charts of expanded universe work, both in terms of popular success and in terms of artistic achievement. The government wants rogue squadron to be a symbol of the reborn new republic. Until you earn points all your submissions need to be vetted by other comic vine users. Overall, rogue squadron is very enjoyable from start to finish and it is a gripping, military scifi novel as well, one which i strongly recommend to all. Many surviving members of red squadron, the rebel xwing attack force that luke skywalker joins during the battle of yavin in star wars, later join rogue squadron.