Chewbacca #1

Marvel's 2015 solo spotlight on the galaxy's most beloved Wookiee opens with a cover by Phil Noto that says everything: Chewbacca's massive, expressive face looms over the entire composition while a small, determined young girl stands at his feet, the contrast between the two figures quietly hinting at an unlikely partnership. Noto's warm, painterly palette — soft purples and glowing reds — gives the image a surprisingly intimate feel for a character usually defined by roaring battle. If you've ever wondered what Chewie gets up to when Han isn't around, writer Gerry Duggan and artist Phil Noto are here to make that case in style.