Star Wars: Vader Down #1
"Vader Down [Part I]" kicks off a high-stakes Star Wars adventure as Darth Vader, following a lead from Doctor Aphra, descends on the planet Vrogas Vas—only to be ambushed by Rebel X-wing fighters led by Luke Skywalker. In a dramatic clash that sends both combatants crashing to the planet’s surface, Vader’s arrival throws the Rebel team, including Princess Leia and Han Solo, into chaos. Written by Jason Aaron and Kieron Gillen, with bold art by Mike Deodato and dynamic cover by Mark Brooks, this issue sets a thrilling tone with its explosive opening and immediate sense of danger.
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Seeking Luke Skywalker, and acting on information given to him by Doctor Aphra, Darth Vader travels to the planet Vrogas Vas. Upon jumping out of hyperspace he is attacked by a squadron of Rebel X-wing fighters, including Luke. Vader and Luke battle one another and both crash-land on different areas of the planet’s surface. Vader's sudden appearance commands the attention of Princess Leia, Han Solo and the rest of Luke's closest Rebel friends.
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