Rogue squadron is a starfighter squadron in the star wars franchise. The first four books by michael stackpole are collectively known informally as the rogue squadron series, as together they form a selfcontained plot involving the members of rogue squadron. When not chained to a desk madly fighting deadlines, he plays indoor soccer, rides a mountain bike, and reads, but not all at the same. One of the writers was michael stackpole, who was simultaneously writing the xwing series novels, but exactly how much influence he had appears to vary from issue to issue and arc to arc. A handful of tatooine outlaws and a mountain full of imperial weaponry are a deadly combination deadly enough to make allies of xwing rogue squadron and a troop of imperial special forces. The xwingwraith squadron adventures comprise one of the most popular series in the star wars legends universe, and now these ten thrilling novels are together in one convenient ebook bundle. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
Rogue squadron is an incredible first installment to an incredible series. As the first novel in the series, it introduces the primary character, corran horn, as well as a host of other characters, including mirax terrik, erisi dlarit, and tycho celchu. It was published by dark horse comics and ran for 35 issues, beginning in 1995, and ending abruptly in 1998. Responsible for the destruction of both death stars, as well as being one of the primary defense forces on hoth, the rogue squadron is given the toughest missions and has the highest death rate in the entire rebel alliance. Rogue squadron establishes the lovable characters of the squadron. Get 50% off this audiobook at the audiobooksnow online audio book store and download or stream it right to your computer, smartphone or tablet. Stackpole successfully blends a military feel, a stereotypical elite and unconventional military unit, and the star wars universe to create an interesting and worthy addition to the star wars universe. And as the struggle rages across the vastness of space, the fearless men and women who pilot them risk both their lives and their machines. I really liked the wraith trilogy, but the rogues had some great stories as well. It was originally intended to be just the first three storyarcs, but ended up running for 35 issues. Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and videos from thousands of public libraries worldwide. I find these books to be one of the better series in the star wars novel collection.
The xwing series was envisioned as star wars meets top gun. Xwing rogue squadron is a comic book series within star wars legends. Rogue squadron is the first installment in the xwing series of novels, first published in 1996. Michael stackpole is an expert at balancing space battle scenes, character development, and political intrigue.
The liberation of coruscant, going off as a rogue squadron as. But when rogue squadron is ordered to assist in the assault on the heavily fortified imperial stronghold of black moon, even the bravest must wonder if any at all will survive. The first four books by michael stackpole are collectively known informally as the rogue squadron series, as together they form a selfcontained plot involving the. If you like 1 month unlimited audiobook listening 12. Here is a quick description and cover image of book star wars omnibus. Xwing rogue squadron, volume 3, the warrior princess star wars. He wanted to feel confident about his recall to coruscant, but he did not dare allow himself that indulgence. Stackpole 1996, paperback at the best online prices at. This 2006 omnibus trade paperback collects the following issues. The elite xwing unit of rogues and misfits who became legends of the rebellion, specializing in. The xwing rogue squadron book series by multiple authors includes books the phantom affair star wars.
Stackpole mostly focuses on rogue squadron, an elite xwing squadron originally founded by luke skywalker, but commanded by. It had action, it had humor, it had mystery, romance, etc, etc. Great collection of rogue squadron comics, following the exploits of the squadron lead by the only rebel pilot to have two death stars painted on his xwing, wedge antilles. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading rogue squadron. Xwing legends book 1 kindle edition by stackpole, michael a download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Narration for the audio version was performed by henry thomas. The xwing series is a sizable part of the star wars expanded universe. By book, nawara ven had referred to the general wisdom about the scenario. But he brings the book to a very satisfying close, and leaves the reader wanting to read more of the continuing adventures of the squadron. Stackpole narrated by henry thomas they are sleek, swift, and deadly. This series takes place after the events of return of the jedi and centre on the xwing squadron rogue squadron commanded by wedge antilles. Xwing rogue squadron volume 1 addeddate 20180222 22. Although occasionally some of the big names from star wars make an appearance or. Rogue squadron b strong recommendation wedges gamble b strong recommendation t.
Featuring galactic intrigue, hairraising dogfights, and a diverse group of pilots determined to. Rogue squadron is a series of comics published by dark horse comics. Rogue squadron is really a gem of a book, and if youre at all interested in reading more of the star wars universe, this is definitely one of the best places to start. The intrepid spies, pilots, and sharpshooters of wraith squadron are back in an allnew star wars adventure, which transpires just after the events of the fate of the jedi series. Wedge antilles rogue squadron has become nothing short of legendary, not to mention a prime target for the imperials.
It is set at the beginning of the new republic era of the star wars expanded universe and centers on the creation of a new rogue squadron by legendary rebel alliance pilot wedge antilles. As the page image says, the character wedge antilles and the xwing starfighter are the absolute. Rogue squadron 1996 is the first novel in the star wars. Rogue squadron is the first book of 9 in the xwing series set in the star wars universe. Stackpoles xwing series follows the rogue squadron, one of the. This page covers the comic book series and the novel series, which were produced more or less in that order, although several of the books came out after the main comics series ended and the most recent comic book was in 2005. Many surviving members of red squadron, the rebel xwing attack force that luke skywalker joins during the battle of yavin in star wars 1977, later join rogue squadron.
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