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Star Wars #20

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Star Wars #20


⭐ Star Wars #20 – A Hidden Threat from the Dune Wastes

🗂️ Genre

Science Fiction, Action, Adventure, Space Fantasy

đŸ‘€ Main Characters

  • Obi-Wan Kenobi – The reclusive Jedi Master surviving in exile on Tatooine.

  • Black Krrsantan – A fierce Wookiee bounty hunter with a brutal reputation, working for Jabba the Hutt.

  • Jabba the Hutt – The notorious crime lord controlling much of Tatooine’s underworld.

✍️ Writer

Jason Aaron – Known for his expansive storytelling and ability to bring nuanced character moments to iconic figures.

🎹 Artist

Mike Mayhew – Brings a hyper-realistic visual style, capturing the desert grit of Tatooine and the emotional weight in Obi-Wan's expressions.

🧑‍đŸ’Œ Editor Details

Jordan D. White – Senior Editor
Heather Antos – Assistant Editor
Their guidance ensures the narrative remains tightly aligned with canonical continuity and character authenticity.

🏱 Publisher and Brand

Marvel Comics
Brand: Star Wars (Lucasfilm/Disney)

📅 Release Year

2016

📖 Brief Plot Summary

Star Wars #20 delves once more into the weathered pages of Obi-Wan Kenobi’s journal, offering a rare glimpse into his isolated years between the fall of the Jedi and the rise of Luke Skywalker. When Jabba the Hutt grows suspicious over repeated disruptions to his criminal operations, he sends Black Krrsantan, a ruthless Wookiee bounty hunter, to root out the source. His search leads him to a quiet, robed hermit in the dunes of Tatooine — a man who may be far more than he appears. As Krrsantan and Obi-Wan collide, readers witness a gripping clash of philosophies, power, and survival instincts in the harsh desert landscape. đŸŒ”⚔️

📚 Notable Arcs or Storylines

  • "From the Journals of Old Ben Kenobi" – A recurring narrative device within the main Star Wars series that fills in the untold years of Obi-Wan’s exile and moral struggles.

  • This issue is a standout for featuring the first canonical confrontation between Obi-Wan and Black Krrsantan — a moment later echoed in The Book of Boba Fett.

🌀 Fan Theories or Interpretations

  • Many fans speculate that Black Krrsantan’s presence here serves as a precursor to his future appearances in live-action canon, suggesting deeper ties between comics and the shows.

  • Some interpret Obi-Wan’s hesitance in combat not just as restraint but as profound guilt and internal conflict over his Jedi past.

  • There's also a theory that Kenobi subtly manipulated events around the Lars homestead to keep Luke safe, indicating he may have been more active than originally believed.

📝 Review Summary

Star Wars #20 stands out as one of the strongest character-focused issues in Marvel’s Star Wars run. Jason Aaron’s writing captures the voice of an emotionally tormented Obi-Wan, wrestling with purpose and regret. Mike Mayhew’s art is a showstopper — each panel feels like a painted still from a lost Star Wars film 🎹🚀. The duel between Obi-Wan and Black Krrsantan is raw and grounded, showcasing the toll isolation has taken on the Jedi Master. Though short on large-scale galactic stakes, this issue excels in emotional weight, world-building, and tension. A must-read for Kenobi fans and those who love character-driven storytelling.

⭐ Verdict: 9/10 – A powerful and beautifully illustrated chapter in the myth of Obi-Wan Kenobi.



Comic Resource / Read Online (External Source)

Star Wars #20
Language : English