Star Wars: Dark Times

In the aftermath of Revenge of the Sith, Star Wars: Dark Times (2006–2010, Dark Horse) follows the scattered survivors of the Jedi Purge as they struggle to evade Darth Vader and the Empire. Written by Randy Stradley and primarily illustrated by Doug Wheatley, this 17-issue series captures the bleak, fugitive atmosphere of the galaxy's darkest era. It matters as a key bridge between trilogies, showing the cost of the Empire's rise through intimate, character-driven stories.