Dreadstar #3
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeThis third volume of the Dreadstar series from Slave Labor Graphics collects issues from the cosmic saga's run, continuing the epic space opera adventures of Vanth Dreadstar as he battles the tyrannical Church of the Instrumentality. The 'Plan M' storyline unfolds with high-stakes interstellar conflict and the signature blend of action and political intrigue that defines Jim Starlin's creation.
In "Part I: The Quest," Jim Starlin delivers a stark, high-stakes chapter of Dreadstar’s journey as the Lord High Papal unleashes devastating violence in the city of Chichano, sacrificing millions in a ruthless bid to corner Dreadstar and Syzygy. With Starlin handling writing, art, and inks—alongside Paul Abrams on inks and Jim Novak on letters—this 2001 issue pulses with grim urgency, setting a relentless tone for the crew’s dangerous mission. The cover, by Starlin, captures the moment’s intensity with his signature dark, detailed style.
In "Part II: Willow's Story" from Dreadstar #3, Jo confronts long-buried memories as Syzygy awakens the telepathic gifts she’s spent years suppressing—gifts tied to a painful past with her father. The story delves into the fragile line between power and trauma, exploring how the mind holds secrets even when the body tries to forget.
In "Part III: Holocaust" from Dreadstar #3, the Lord High Papal unleashes devastating violence upon the city of Chichano, sacrificing 15 million lives in a ruthless bid to lure Dreadstar and Syzygy into his grasp. The story unfolds with chilling intensity as the crew’s desperate gambit to steal a teleportation device takes a horrific turn.
In "Part IV: The Hand of Darkness," Dreadstar and his crew deliver critical teleportation devices to the Monarchy, navigating treacherous political currents to uphold a fragile balance. When an assassination attempt on King Gregzor threatens to unravel the tenuous peace, the team must act fast—before the chaos spirals beyond control.
In "Part V: The Commune," Skeevo, Syzygy, and Oedi join forces with the Commune, a high-tech neutral faction operating in the war-torn galaxy, as they navigate dangerous alliances and covert operations. When the Instrumentality strikes to eliminate them, the trio must fight to survive the ambush—pushing their skills and trust to the limit.
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↩ Reprints Dreadstar #1 (1982), Dreadstar #2 (1983), Dreadstar #3 (1983), Dreadstar #4 (1983), Dreadstar #5 (1983), Dreadstar #6 (1983)
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