Dark Horse Star Wars Solicitations for January 2012

October 18, 2011 at 4:23 pm | Posted in Art, Comic Books, Dark Horse, Star Wars News | Leave a comment
Tags: agent of the empire, crimson empire III, empire lost, iron dawn, jedi - the dark side, knights of the old republic, war

Prepare to have your mind blown by some of this stunning art. Let’s start with an explosion for you sensory starved eyes.

Knights of the Old Republic: War #1 (of 5)

Release Date: January 1, 2012

A new beginning for the Old Republic! If you’ve ever heard of the Knights of the Old Republic video games and comics but didn’t know where to start—this is it! The Republic and the Mandalorians are at war! Jedi are joining the fight, despite the noninterference stance of the Council. One Jedi, however, has found himself on the front lines against his wishes – the peace – loving Zayne Carrick has been drafted!

Writer: John Jackson Miller
Penciller: Andrea Mutti
Inker: Gigi Baldassini
Colorist: Michael Atiyeh
Cover Artist: Benjamin Carré
Variant Cover Artist: Dave Wilkins

Crimson Empire III: Lost Empire #4 (of 6)

Release Date: January 25, 2012

Escaping from the Imperial hardliners who are intent on killing Leia Organa Solo and bringing the New Republic to its knees, Kir Kanos tries to warn his one-time enemies, only to be thrown into a New Republic prison. Mirith Sinn is the only one willing to trust Kanos, but neither of them is aware of the extent of the Imperials’ plans. It’s not until Luke Skywalker plays a hunch that the true danger is revealed!

Writer: Mike Richardson
Artist: Paul Gulacy
Colorist: Micheal Bartolo
Cover Artist: Dave Dorman

Agent of the Empire: Iron Eclipse #2 (of 5)

Release Date: January 11, 2012

Undercover as a diplomatic attaché, Imperial agent Jahan Cross continues his investigation into the stolen droid technology and the mysterious project known as “Iron Eclipse.” At an elegant embassy soirée in the Corporate Sector, Cross locks his sights on the Stark family. Before the evening is over, more than one player will be out of the game – and Cross will be wanted for murder!

Writer: John Ostrander
Penciller/Cover Artist: Stéphane Roux
Inker: Julien Hugonnard-Bert
Colorist: Karine Boccanfuso

Jedi – The Dark Side Volume 1 TPB

Release Date: March 14, 2012

Following a shocking political assassination, young Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn is dispatched to prevent the outbreak of a civil war on the homeworld of his Padawan Xanatos – whose father is king. For the headstrong Xanatos, this return to his home has dredged up hidden resentments and passionate emotions. It is a mission that will lead Qui-Gon into close contact with the dark side and start him on a quest that will have a major impact on the future of the Jedi Order!

Writer: Scott Allie
Artist: Mahmud Asrar
Colorist: Paul Mounts
Cover Artist: Stéphane Roux

The Clone Wars: The Enemy Within TPB

Release Date: March 21, 2012

Spearheading a bold, covert mission intended to bring an end to the fighting on a war-torn world, a platoon of Clone Troopers find their plans undone by faulty intelligence and bad luck, and themselves stranded deep inside hostile territory. With no choice but to see their flawed mission through to its end, the ragged soldiers make their final push toward their target, unaware that their victory could spell disaster for the Republic!

Writer: Jeremy Barlow
Artist/Cover Artist: Brian Koschak
Colorist: Mae Hao

You can check out the full announcement of new comic from Dark Horse on Comic Book Resources.

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