With one of the most highly respected additions to star wars legends, timothy zahn began his epic thrawn trilogy with the novel heir to the empire. A definitive legends clone wars timeline was never established by lucasfilm. What did luke did after the battle of endor in star wars legends. The last jedi the legends of luke skywalker star wars.
The 10 best star wars legends books, ranked screenrant. That meant that anything that happened after the destruction of the second death star in return of the jedi would either be confined to noncanon books and comics or fans fertile imaginations. In 2014, almost four hundred of these novels were decanonized by lucasfilm to refocus the canon around the walt disney companys restructuring of the franchise. Now that the star wars expanded universe has been rebooted, the series that takes place right after return of the jedi in the new canon is the aftermath trilogy. These novels were officially declared noncanon to the star wars franchise in april 2014. Star wars legends, formerly known as the expanded universe abbreviated eu, encompasses every one of the licensed, fictional background stories of the star wars universe, outside of the original six star wars films produced by george lucas and certain other material such as star wars. A timeline of everything we know happened after return of. It is derived from and includes most official star wars books. With the star wars expanded universe settling into its new status as an alternate timeline called legends, fans bid goodbye to many of the jedi they knew and loved. Over the course of fortythree years, nearly five hundred books have been added to the jedi archives, uh i mean the star wars library. Some of the main characters are luke who wears black or sometimes a white robe and is a brave person.
Taking place five years after return of the jedi, it shows how the galaxy was reshaped after the empires destruction with a peace treaty between the empires remnants and the rebel alliance. Below are our picks of the best star wars books from both the legends timeline and current canon. Jedi lost, by cavan scott just about as far back as we can go with current canon media, this one dives into the backstory of christopher lees notorious darth tyranus, the sith formerly known as dooku, following him from childhood to roughly a decade before phantom menace with a framing story set during the clone wars. Han solo wears a black jacket with a white shirt and is courages. A complete list of all fulllength star wars novels in chronological order. A new series set between 25 and 30 years after the original films, the new jedi order 19992003, was written by multiple authors and introduced a new threat.
Star wars is an american epic spaceopera media franchise, centered on a film series. I have long been a huge star wars fan, but have never read any of the books. Battlefront 2 has the answer to what luke skywalker did after the return of the jedi. We have listed all of these star wars series by their chronology. Donate to help improve frequency and quality of content. The quality of those books in particular is quite high, and the narrative is largely about the same characters as in the movies. What is the timeline of events after the return of the jedi. According to wikipedia, kathy tyers the truce at bakura looks like the first book after return of the jedi chronologically that being said, ive always considered timothy zahns thrawn trilogy starting with heir to the empire to be my standin for episodes 79. The exact chronology of the events described in this article is currently unknown. Star wars is an american epic spaceopera media franchise, centered on a film series created by george lucas that includes star wars 1977, the empire strikes back 1980, and return of the jedi 1983. Uprising, the new mobile game from kabam, disney interactive, and lucasfilm, youll find out and play a big part. What did luke skywalker do after return of the jedi. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading i, jedi.
Wendig asked to write a star wars novel on twitter, and a year later he was writing the trilogy that bridged the events in return of the jedi and the force awakens. After he learned about the state of the republic, revan decided to destroy the sith and the republic, but stops when the hero of star wars. They began shortly after the films debuted in the late 1970s, and scores have been written. Included is a list of all the adult novels set after return of the jedi in chronological order. Well be releasing about 20 books this fall, some of which take place right after the end of return of the jedi. Jan 18, 2018 donate to help improve frequency and quality of content. These movies had blown up the spellings and the films top years in a row and they were an incredible production of the late 70s. Post return of the jedi legends in the last few years, weve seen several new star wars movies, books, comics, etc. What star wars books take place after return of the jedi. Star wars legends books represent the original star wars expanded universe which is now known as star wars legends. Jan 10, 20 because everyone should read at least one star wars novel in their life.
This star wars legends article contains information that is affected by the star wars. Jan 18, 2018 what did luke did after the battle of endor in star wars legends. Star wars legends is too massive to fit into a single 100 book list, therefore this is part 1 of a multiple part list that contains all novels, young adult books, and ebooks in the expanded universe legends continuity in order of the timeline. A book s total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted. These books chronicle the efforts of luke skywalker to rebuild the jedi order after the events of return of the jedi.
I think the book was an amazing book because images of the book pop right into your mind. Ive read all the new canon books and the new canon is awesome up until the battle of jakku, but after that, it just feels like everything the ot characters worked for was for nothing. Wedges gamble 1996 the second book in the xwing series recounts the liberation of coruscant by the new republic a few years after return of the jedi. Almost as long as there have been star wars movies, there have been star wars books. Simple star wars book list timeline of star wars novels. What are the best star wars legends stories set after return.
Legacy avoided most of the continuity trappings of the expanded universe by setting their story over 100 years after the events of return of the jedi. Disney has plans to rework star wars canon, including the release of the high. This star wars legends article contains information that is affected by the star. Mar 21, 2020 before disney took over star wars, the franchise included media from before the phantom menace to long after return of the jedi. Star wars return of the jedi the author is james kahn. Or if youre into comics, theres the dark empire series.
Characters from years of lore were erased and replaced with disneys ideas. The star wars movies skipped 30 years of story between return of the jedi and the force awakens, but that space has slowly been filled by new canon. Return of the jedi abebooks abebooks shop for books. The star wars series began in 1978 with splinter of the minds eye, to be followed by hundreds of novels by many different authors. Nov 18, 2016 this list of the top 15 noncanon star wars stories includes books that examine sith mythology, jedi training, ancient worlds and the murderous rampage of darth vader. What legends books should i read that take place after. Chuck wendigs star wars aftermath tells the story of what happened after the conclusion of star wars episode vi. Which star wars book series takes place immediately after. The ultimate guide to reading the star wars books reedsy. The 8 star wars legends stories that could shape the rise of. Timothy zahns heir to the empire trilogy, michael stackpoles xwing series, and aaron allstons xwing series, in that order. I recently discovered star wars novels on audiobook, which include the real soundtrack and effects to create a true movie in your minds eye. I really want to read all of the legends books postrotj, because im not enjoying the direction that the new canon takes after rotj.
As our heroes continue to deal with the empires remains, luke runs into trouble during academy training due to the spirit of sith lord exar kun, who turns aspiring jedi kyp durron to the dark side. Updated regularly, with new releases and upcoming titles highlightesd. Despite clashing somewhat with the timeline of earlier clone wars stories, these books were eventually worked into the legends timeline by the essential readers companion. Attack of the clones and her last stand on felucia in star wars. Star wars legends books chronological order part 1 100. The star wars trilogy is one of the famous series of book that created such a powerful pellicle as the star wars movies. After the force awakens, multiple films have been released, including spinoffs rogue one in 2016 and solo.
An out of this world guide to star wars, the empire strikes back, and return of the jedi by vaz, mark cotta and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. In 1999, star wars book publishing moved from bantam spectra to del rey books. For people who need to know what happens right after return of the jedi. Jedi from the legends universe were rewritten or forgotten about completely. Here is a list table of star wars books that ive been compiling since 2010, updated. On the verge of victory in a brutal war, five new republic pilots transform from hunted to hunters in this epic star wars adventure.
Revenge of the sith, the twilek jedi aayla secura and her mentor, the unorthodox jedi master quinlan vos, were fanfavorite characters of the dark horse comics ongoing star wars series, later retitled legends. What should i read that takes place after return of the jedi. Dec 14, 2017 the star wars movies skipped 30 years of story between return of the jedi and the force awakens, but that space has slowly been filled by new canon. Simple list of star wars books in order of when they take place, with sidebyside timelines for legends and the new canon. These tales of the jedi would later inspire other great star wars stories, such as the knights of the old republic comic book series by john jackson miller and the kotor video games. Each title includes a link to information on good reads, whether i personally recommend reading it, and if i think its essential to the timeline. The original tiein novel series to the clone wars animated series has not been adopted into the new canon, even though the tv series has. Star wars, return of the jedi by james kahn and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. This series of books follows the omega squad, which. Of those top three, only the zahn books qualify as good. But what about legends, aka the expanded universe that existed prior to disneys new canon.
Even if you just want to follow the original characters through their lives after return of the jedi. Expanded universe legends star wars wiki guide ign. This book is so awesome it actually has its own soundtrack. A litany of books, comics, games, and other information have slowly but surely began to fill in one of the most fascinating and important eras in star wars history that havent gotten a movie yet.
How snoke rescued the empire after return of the jedi star. The cestus deception and jedi trial were originally placed. After watching the disney trilogy and absolutely hating them, i am looking to read some of the books. The best star wars novels from the new canon and legends. Star wars star wars legends kindle edition by stackpole, michael a download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. The clone wars decide your destiny, heir to the empire, star wars. Its also apparently the first book in a series called star. I havent read too much new canon, so i dont know what exists postrotj. Hell be appearing in the legends of the force motorcade and will partake in a special interview, discussing his wideranging career and his portrayal of luke. As stated by lucasfilm and disney, future books and novels will not be based on these stories, but since the expanded universe started. The 20 best star wars books of all time canon and legends. Electronic arts dyer speaks of the task of adding to the canon with the reverence youd. Luke skywalker confronts darth vader in a final climactic duel before the evil emperor.
Luke after return of the jedi star wars canon vs legends. Anakin skywalker is already a jedi knight at the beginning of the clone wars. How snoke rescued the empire after return of the jedi. Star wars reading list post return of the jedi legends.
In the epic conclusion of the saga, the empire prepares to crush the rebellion with a more powerful death star while the rebel fleet mounts a massive attack on the space station. What is the timeline of events after the return of the. The star wars legends book series by multiple authors includes books dookus secret army star wars. By now, i hope youve all read or heard about our exciting new publishing program that was announced earlier this week. This is the one to read if youre looking for something that will be consistent with the force awakens. The legendary mark hamill seen in the new photo above, posing with another famous jedi makes his star wars weekends debut today at disneys hollywood studios. Before disney took over star wars, the franchise included media from before the phantom menace to long after return of the jedi. A fantastic series of books that take place during the clone wars are the star wars republic commando novels. Return of the jedi is one of the most beloved movies in scifi history, but have you read the book the whole gang comes together again to save one of their friends and attempt to bring down the mighty and oppressive imperial empire.
The cestus deception and jedi trial were originally placed later in the period between episodes ii and iii, but were moved forward by the essential readers companion in order to reconcile them with the clone wars tv show and books. The first star wars novel was published in 1976 in the decades since, dozens of books set in the galaxy far, far away have been released, stories for all ages starring the likes of luke. Oct 17, 2019 before her appearance in the geonosian arena in star wars. Set after return of the jedi, alphabet squadron follows a unique team, each flying a different class of starfighter as they struggle to end their war once and for all. Here is a description and excerpt from the upcoming book. The book goes into the star wars criminal underworld and fills the space empire strikes back and return of the jedi.
For the first time ever on digital, experience the triumph of the force in star wars. Uprising available now continue the fight against the empire in the new mobile game set between return of the jedi and star wars. Return of the jedi, when asked if emperor palpatine was a jedi during a 1981 story conference, lucas responded, no, he was a politician. After the events of return of the jedi the empire foolishly ventured in. Ive also included a few young adult books and comics if i feel theyre important to the timeline. The series depicts the adventures of various characters a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away. The new expanded universe has continued to grow since then, including dozens.
Dec 10, 2019 below are our picks of the best star wars booksfrom both the legends timeline and current canon. In other words, in what disney now calls legends, here are the best noncanon stories we wish were still part of the continuity. This is a timeline for novels, young adult books, and ebooks in the. What happened after the events of return of the jedi. What are the best star wars legends stories set after. For legends, you really cant go wrong with the original thrawn trilogy of novels. See the complete star wars legends series book list in order, box sets or omnibus editions, and companion titles. May 04, 2017 the book goes into the star wars criminal underworld and fills the space empire strikes back and return of the jedi. Most of what i have read were clone wars era the asajj and ahsoka novels or original trilogy heir to the jedi novels. The story follows cade, a descendant of luke skywalker who abandoned his jedi training to become a piratesmugglerbounty hunter, so basically the.