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The Tractor Beam: Star Wars Comics Reviews

Matthew Neugebauer and Chris Abbott
Star Wars
Shadow Of Maul
Bad Batch
Luke Skywalker
Darth Maul
Kylo Ren
Jar Jar Binks
High Republic Adventures Pathfinders
Maul Shadow Lord
Maul
Legacy Of Vader
Galaxy's Edge
Ben Solo
Han Solo
Ahmed Best
Kelleran Beq
Palpatine
Janix
Empire
Maul Shadowlord

Your one-stop shop for in-depth commentary and discussion on this week’s comics from the Galaxy Far, Far Away. Part of the Star Wars Underworld Podcast Network.

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Issue 175

Oga’s rise to power in Black Spire, like the cocktails in her cantina, is every bit as delicious as we thought.

Also, glowing reviews for Galactic Racer are coming out, which means it’s time for another edition of Video Game Madness!

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Issue 174

Jyn Erso finds a spark of hope on Wobani, and Brander Lawson takes in an exciting and harrowing sporting match.

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Issue 173

Pathfinders are all about braving the terrors of hyperspace to help people: what happens when hyperspace itself becomes the terror?

And while visiting Batuu, 3PO calls Artoo a “Clumsy Camtono of Cogs,” which is a new low, even for him.

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Issue 172

A grizzled journalist emerges from his cave, Vario shows his tough side, and Maul finally makes his first moves on Janix.

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Q: What makes Legacy of Vader stand out compared to other Star Wars comics?
The panelists agree that its deep dive into Ben Solo/Kylo Ren's psyche and the direct thread to Vader's legacy, along with strong, concise storytelling, distinguishes it from other runs, even if some readers feel the ending lands with a whiplash.

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The show provides in-depth commentary on current Galaxy Far, Far Away comics, with a focus on recent Star Wars storytelling across comics, live-action links, and theme-park tie-ins. Episodes typically dissect new High Republic-era titles, cross-media connections (including connections to park experiences and on-screen material), and industry dynamics around publishing schedules and licensing. The hosts deliver passionate analyses, frequent debates, and clear opinions on character arcs, pacing, and the evolving Star Wars publishing ecosystem. A standout trait is the mix of long-form comic analysis with timely industry chatter and park-related context, which helps listeners gauge how comics intersect with broader Star Wars media. This combina... more

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