Marvel Comics is set to delight fans with a new Star Wars release for Free Comic Book Day 2025. This upcoming issue will feature an exciting narrative that takes place before *The Phantom Menace*. The new story will explore connections between Qui-Gon Jinn, the esteemed Jedi Master of Obi-Wan Kenobi, and Tensu Run, who is known as a survivor of Order 66. Following his own journey to rebuild the Jedi Order after its near-total destruction, Tensu encounters significant challenges from Darth Vader and his Inquisitors.
This new release marks a celebratory moment for Star Wars comic enthusiasts, showcasing the first of three interconnected stories. One narrative sees Luke Skywalker return to Tatooine, confronting pirates in the infamous Mos Eisley Cantina. In another segment, the story reveals the backstory of Vanee and the connections he shares with both his master, Darth Vader, and Vader’s grandson, Kylo Ren. Ultimately, the pivotal tale unites Qui-Gon Jinn and Tensu Run before the events of *The Phantom Menace*.
A Glimpse of Qui-Gon Jinn as a Young Jedi Knight
The storyline featuring Qui-Gon Jinn and Tensu Run is intriguingly summarized in Marvel Comics’ solicitation:
Jedi Knights Qui-Gon Jinn & Tensu Run are on the hunt for the villainous Corlis Rath!
This upcoming comic offers a rare opportunity to explore Qui-Gon Jinn’s characteristics as a young Jedi. Despite the lack of portrayals from the Disney era depicting his formative years, aside from an episode of *Tales of the Jedi*, this comic promises to delve deeper into Qui-Gon’s personality while establishing his connection with Tensu Run as they pursue a new antagonist, Corlis Rath.
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Qui-Gon Jinn’s journey often stood at odds with the prevailing philosophies of the Jedi Council. Although he was a celebrated member and even offered a seat on the High Council, Qui-Gon opted for an independent path, embodying the role of a maverick Jedi who followed the will of the Force, even when it diverged from the Council’s directives. In contrast, Tensu Run was staunchly committed to the original Jedi tenets and endeavored to restore the Order post-Order 66.
Audiences are abuzz with anticipation regarding how this comic will unravel the distinct paths of Qui-Gon and Tensu, paving the way for their respective destinies. If circumstances had led Qui-Gon to survive in the place of Tensu Run, the decisions made by him would have likely diverged significantly, creating intriguing prospects for their collaborative narrative. Furthermore, this tale provides additional context to Obi-Wan Kenobi’s arc within the broader Star Wars canon, illuminating how past legacies inform future generations.
Free Comic Book Day 2025: Star Wars #1 will hit the shelves on May 3, 2025, courtesy of Marvel Comics.