Star Wars Adventures: Shadow of Vader’s Castle

A single-issue IDW comic from 2020, Star Wars Adventures: Shadow of Vader’s Castle expands the publisher’s all-ages line with a spooky, anthology-style story set in the galaxy far, far away. It centers on a group of young characters trapped in Darth Vader’s fortress on Mustafar, where they share tales of the Dark Lord’s most terrifying encounters. The issue is part of IDW’s Star Wars Adventures series, known for its accessible, kid-friendly tone, and features creative team members like writer Cavan Scott and artist Francesco Francavilla, who bring a gothic, horror-tinged energy to the franchise. It matters as a standalone, entry-level tale that leans into the spookier side of Star Wars while remaining appropriate for younger readers.