This list of the top 15 non canon star wars stories includes books that examine sith mythology, jedi training, ancient worlds and the murderous rampage of darth vader. On december 2014 they bid adieu to 28,353 pages of comics and the star wars license was. The very useful and reliable wookieepedia lists the darth bane saga as legends as opposed to canon. Dec 25, 2015 comic book publisher dark horse has been heavily involved in the star wars universe for the last decade. The source for this comes from the sith entry in the star wars encyclopedia, the official star wars public database of approved canon. As a result, the only canon stories that exist as fact in the star wars universe are the films, the clone wars animated series, the upcoming star wars rebels series, and future novels. To ease navigation of the ever expanding star wars saga 1 timeline, we have divided it into four time periods, or ages.
I just wanted to start a thread where everyone can discuss what we know about the sith so far and where we can debate on whats. Which novelizations of the star wars movies are considered. In order to give maximum creative freedom to the filmmakers and also preserve an element of surprise and discovery for the audience, star wars episodes viiix will not tell the same story told in the postreturn of the jedi expanded universe. Showdown on the smugglers moon, part ii says that the sith called originally, brothers in the force. May 04, 2017 1 feel lost about the what, when and why in the new star wars canon. Are the jedi path and book of sith volumes part of the.
Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. Star wars canon timeline aug 2019 kenobi series update. Iix, series the clone wars, rebels, resistance, the mandalorian, webseries forces of destiny, galaxy of adventures and spinoff movies the clone wars, rogue one, solo. This will be the first canon book to introduce thrawn into the star wars universe. A red saber, unsheathed in the an unexpected offer threatens the bond. Star wars comic reveals how sith lightsabers are made. Episode i the phantom menace, lucasfilm has divided its titles by fictional era with symbols designating such. Stream star wars new canon book club, a playlist by the19 from desktop or your mobile device.
The man who rules as emperor is secretly a sith lord, and with his powerful apprentice, darth vader, and all the resources of his vast imperial war machine, he has placed the galaxy solidly under his heel. It is correct as of 1 july 2014, when the encyclopedia was shut down to be replaced by the star wars databank. We deliver the joy of reading in 100% recyclable packaging. If you watched the clone wars then dark disciple might be good, it is the story of 8 canceled episodes. Nov 18, 2016 this list of the top 15 non canon star wars stories includes books that examine sith mythology, jedi training, ancient worlds and the murderous rampage of darth vader. Mad star wars fans petition to erase last jedi from canon. Is the 2003 star wars miniseries part of canon of star. A good example of this, is that in the legends comics, asajj ventress survived the clone wars, by simply leaving to the outer rim. Star wars has been expanded to media other than the original films. It was bound sometime around 19 18 bby, shortly after the sith grand plan succeeded at dismantling the galactic republic, exterminating the jedi order, and in placing sidious in undisputed control of the known galaxy.
They received their wish with the release of the rise of skywalker. Not to mention a plethora of star wars canon helper guides stay tuned for more information on those. 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. In case youve missed the novels, comics and cartoon series that constitute this new continuity, here are the best new additions to the star wars canon. Delve into the history of the sinister count dooku in this audio original set in a galaxy far far away. We personally assess every books quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. Dec 16, 2017 however, hardcore star wars canon nerds, specifically those who love the old republic era, know that there has only truly been one jedi crusader in the history of the franchise. Showdown on the smugglers moon, part ii says that the sith called originally, brothers in the force of the jedi were born during something called the hundredyear darkness. Young readers books are almost always an adaptation of a previously released piece of content. The visual dictionary, a reference book that made revan canon in star wars. The old republic chronological order book series listed in order. This body of work represents the original star wars expanded universe, which was rebranded as star wars legends and declared noncanon to the franchise in april 2014.
What if stories such as the first 20 issues of the star wars tales comic anthology, crossover appearances such as star wars character appearances in soulcalibur iv, game statistics, and anything else directly contradicted by higher levels of canon. The story is set in the year 14 bby, and it connects with stories from the television shows star wars. Swdatapad is the ultimate chronological timeline and release date lists. Novels and novelizations are separated, as are junior novels and junior novelizations. Kemp is the author of the new york times bestselling novels star wars. Comic book publisher dark horse has been heavily involved in the star wars universe for the last decade. The latter fills in a lot that the force awakens glossed over, but it is heavy on politics and isnt exactly actionpacked the rest are hit or miss. Tired of being used by the sith but also aware that the jedi were simply too naive for her to follow them.
Since disney bought lucasfilm in 2012, there has been a substantial amount of new star wars material, including comic books, novels, tv series, and games. Lords of the sith is a canon novel written by paul s. In other words, in what disney now calls legends, here are the best non canon stories we wish were still part of the continuity. This is a timeline for books considered canon in the new continuity. The man who rules as emperor is secretly a sith lord, and with. Timeline of all movies and series that are considered canon. Star wars mania was reaching a fever pitch again, even with out a movie to accompany it. To ask other readers questions about book of sith, please sign up. Ever since walt disney had acquired the rights from george lucas, all of the star wars books and comic books that were written prior to that are no longer canon. I have not been involved with the star wars franchise much since i was around 12 years old.
This might be a massive spoiler, but ventress died in one of the new canon books. Get all of their secrets of the dark side of the force in this new deluxe edition book of sith and satisfy your star wars lore. This timeline is organized chronologically and in six different categories. Regarding the status of the expanded universe canon in relation to the official canon established by the films.
But with the touch of a button, the door of the case lifts, accompanied by lights and star wars sound effects. I personally enjoyed lords of the sith, not amazing but a solid read. It should also be noted that while these books are not considered canon, the character darth bane does as he appears as a sort of apparition in an episode of the clone wars when yoda. This is actually marvels second series focused on the dark lord though the first chronologically, but with a different focus and a different team. Brace yourself thrawn fans, this will be a huge day for you. Angry fans petition to erase last jedi from star wars canon. Jun 07, 2017 that is a myth that is finally revealed and made part of the official star wars canon in a new star wars comic book. Jul 16, 2016 brace yourself thrawn fans, this will be a huge day for you. Apr 25, 2014 regarding the status of the expanded universe canon in relation to the official canon established by the films. More than 30 years of novel, toy, game, and comic book. Here is the extent of details of new canon history of the sith. Are the jedi path and book of sith volumes part of the star wars. A red saber, unsheathed in the an unexpected offer threatens the bond between quigon jinn and obiwan kenobi as the two jedi navigate a dangerous new planet and an uncertain future. A book s total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book.
Updated regularly, with new releases and upcoming titles highlightesd. Ive heard a new dawn is really good too, especially if youve seen rebels. As a huge eu star wars fan, i couldnt miss the opportunity to read this book. This spinoff material is licensed and moderated by lucasfilm, though during his involvement with the franchise george lucas reserved the. A complete list of all fulllength star wars novels in chronological order. 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. Most of these problems are really small, and should not put the canon into question. It is correct as of 1 july 2014, when the encyclopedia was shut down to. These pages recall some of his struggles in the first years of the war.
The book of sith was a collection of sith historical writings assembled into a single book by darth sidious. The star wars universe now has its first official lgbt character in the franchises new canon, reports big shiny robot the historic. The rise of skywalker just made one of the oldest sith lords, king ommin, from the expanded universe canon. Simple list of star wars books in order of when they take place, with sidebyside timelines for legends and the new canon.
Plus you have the comics, novels, and variety of animated series to keep up with. Simple star wars book list timeline of star wars novels. This novel by james luceno tells the story of darth plagueis the wise and his apprentice, darth. Its not exactly earthshattering, but darth maul volume 1 is a satisfying addition to the star wars comic book canon that is well worth your time. Its not exactly earthshattering, but darth maul volume 1 is a satisfying. Great deals on one book or all books in the series. And its just as ominous and evil as any fan can imagine. Does last jedi make darth revan official star wars canon. Iix, series the clone wars, rebels, resistance, the mandalorian, webseries forces of destiny, galaxy. Why disney blew up more than 30 years of star wars canon. I primarily just play games and watch the movies, but i have been on a reading binge as of late. What is the history of the sith according to new disney canon.
However, hardcore star wars canon nerds, specifically those who love the old republic era, know that there has only truly been one jedi crusader in the history of the franchise. Subscribe to see new videos every weekday covering star wars canon and legends lore. In order to give maximum creative freedom to the filmmakers and also. Which novelizations of the star wars movies are considered canon. Actually, every star wars films novelization remain canon where they align with what is seen on screen, as stated by del rey books source. The jedi path book of sith imperial handbook bounty hunter code duration. What casual fans may not know is that all of these productions and publications are now officially part of the new canon, meaning that they are included in the. Imperial machine, by charles soule, giuseppi camuncoli, jim cheung, and cam smith. Is there a star wars book that explains the beginnings of the. Feb 17, 2017 even if you despise this character from the star wars prequels, a recent reveal of what happened to jar jar binks in the posteu canon will still more than likely bum you out in a serious way. Today during the star wars rebels panel, timothy zahn announced a new book entitled thrawn. Oct 26, 2015 it should also be noted that while these books are not considered canon, the character darth bane does as he appears as a sort of apparition in an episode of the clone wars when yoda travels to the ancient sith planet korriban. Oct 25, 2016 actually, every star wars films novelization remain canon where they align with what is seen on screen, as stated by del rey books source. That makes for a fastpaced five book arc which includes some guest appearances by darth sidious and cad bane, among others.
Even if you despise this character from the star wars prequels, a recent reveal of what happened to jar jar binks in the posteu canon will still more than likely bum you out in a serious way. Is there a star wars book that explains the beginnings of. I talk about characters, history, ships, technology, aliens, planets, be. Age of republic following a golden age of peace, the galactic republic enters a state of complacency where the senate is rife with corruption and scandal. The force awakens is a new beginning for the storied franchise, its a painful reminder of something else. A war journal kept by darth malgus during the great galactic war, describing methods of war and the campaigns of the sith army. Eight years after the clone wars ravaged the galaxy, the republic is no more and the empire is ascendant. Rise of skywalker makes legends sith star wars canon. Books star wars timeline the ultimate star wars canon. On december 2014 they bid adieu to 28,353 pages of comics and the star wars. The book confirmed that the sith eternals 3rd legion was named after the famous dark lord, although his canon history still remains unknown. This tier is continuously shrinking due to more and more ccanon sources citing events from the scanon sources and thus elevating them to ccanon. That is a myth that is finally revealed and made part of the official star wars canon in a new star wars comic book.