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A review by adperfectamconsilium
Star Wars: Darth Vader, Volume 2: Shadows and Secrets by
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
The artwork in this is beautiful 😍and Gillen really gets to grips with the characters with his writing. Darth Vader exudes calm menace and raw power.
In the aftermath of A New Hope and the destruction of the Death Star, Vader has been held accountable for the failure by Emperor Palpatine. The Empire gives him a mission to redeem himself while being overseen by adjutant Inspector Thanoth but that won't stop Vader from pursuing his own agenda, namely tracking down Luke Skywalker, especially as he now knows he is his son.
Vader has secretly enlisted archaeologist and droid expert Doctor Aphra, a crew of bounty hunters and some murderous droids.
On Vader's orders Aphra and crew must loot a stash of credits from an Imperial cruiser to finance his plans. Made to look like an accident all seems well until Inspector Thanoth suspects foul play and Vader has to accompany him to bring the thieves to justice.
Vader is one of the best villains but here we are almost on his side as there are levels of villainy among the shadows.
This series started strong and carries on with the same quality.
In the aftermath of A New Hope and the destruction of the Death Star, Vader has been held accountable for the failure by Emperor Palpatine. The Empire gives him a mission to redeem himself while being overseen by adjutant Inspector Thanoth but that won't stop Vader from pursuing his own agenda, namely tracking down Luke Skywalker, especially as he now knows he is his son.
Vader has secretly enlisted archaeologist and droid expert Doctor Aphra, a crew of bounty hunters and some murderous droids.
On Vader's orders Aphra and crew must loot a stash of credits from an Imperial cruiser to finance his plans. Made to look like an accident all seems well until Inspector Thanoth suspects foul play and Vader has to accompany him to bring the thieves to justice.
Vader is one of the best villains but here we are almost on his side as there are levels of villainy among the shadows.
This series started strong and carries on with the same quality.