The third volume of Darth Vader debuts with an immense sense of longing and futility as readers see the Dark Lord of the Sith blaze a new trail of revenge that's lined with stinging regret culminating in an ending that left us open mouthed and gaping.

If you're a fan of the Prequel Trilogy, then this story arc is likely up your alley; even more so if you read E.K. Johnston's "Queen's Shadow."

New Star Wars comics out Feb. 12 include:
_ The Rise of Kylo Ren #3
_ The Rise of Kylo Ren #2 (2nd Printing)
_ Star Wars Adventures Vol. 8: Defend the Republic! (Collects issues #18-20)
_ Target Vader Trade (Collects issues #1-6)
_ Doctor Aphra, Vol. 7, "A Rogue's End" (Collects issues 37-40, Annual #3 and material from Empire Ascendant #1)

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