Jyn Erso has been captured and sentenced to work for the Empire. When all hope is lost and life seems to be over, Jyn finds one last shred within an interesting encounter.
Creative Team
Ethan Sacks (Writer), Ramon Rosanas (Artist), Guru-eFX (Colorist), Travis Lanham (Letterer)
Carlos Lao (Designer), Mikey J. Basso (Assistant Editor), Mark Paniccia (Editor),
C.B. Cebulski (Editor-in-Chief)
Publisher: Marvel Comics
Hope Within the Misery
This issue of Rogue One – Jyn Erso brings back the lore of Jyn as readers go on another adventure with this underrated Star Wars character. Fans who recall Jyn from the movie Star Wars: Rogue One will instantly be transported back to the tone and continuing plot of that amazing Star Wars story. Jyn is an interesting character surrounded by infectious amounts of mystery. That infectious mystery continues to follow Jyn within this first issue!
Issue one brings readers back to Jyn as she has been captured by the Empire and imprisoned to work on a construction field. This is where readers will get a chance to fully see the mental and emotional turmoil Jyn is going through. The loss of her parents plays a significant part within her memories, but so does the betrayal of her friend/boss, Saw. This spiral of depression will hit readers in their feelings in a monumental fashion.
As you continue to read, you will follow Jyn on a mission that she reluctantly chooses to help with. Trying to remain unnoticed within this prison seemed to be going well, till a team of prisoners recognized her from another planet. After pulling at Jyn’s heart to get her assistance, Jyn accepts the offer to help. The mission is going according to plan, till it doesn’t. This shift in the plot will send readers’ jaws to the ground. The emotional impact of this pivotal moment grants Jyn yet another hero badge. You are not going to want to miss out on this amazing issue!
The Writing
Travis: Ethan Sacks really brings to life within a comic book form the lore of Jyn and the Rogue One storyline. Adding more plot and character development along the way. The readability of this story is very attractive in the sense that the plot and pathos are throughout. The way Jyn is portrayed within this issue is par for the course. Readers will fall in love with this character once more after reading this issue.
Matt: Ethan is coming for the title of definitive Star Wars writer and pens another excellent entry into this franchise. This issue felt oddly hopeful despite the premise being an escape. He wasn’t shy about showing that not everyone survives the Empire either, which may be a small detail, but it felt as though there were stakes in this issue since we knew Jyn’s fate. Ethan sprinkles her past life since she was rescued by Saw throughout this issue, teasing us with being left behind and love. This issue fleshed her character out immensely, preparing us for the badass we meet in the film, and I could take a few more issues of her time in captivity and before with Saw’s army.
The Artwork
Travis: The art for this story keeps the dark tone that fans got from the Rogue One movie. The pencil work by Ramon Rosanas gives so much attention to the finer details of the art. One example is a close-up of a droid that is confronting Jyn. Readers will see so many details within the droid, making it seem lifelike! The coloration by Guru-eFX provides an authentic assist to the pencil work. The color palette used throughout keeps the dark, gloomy look that fans are so accustomed to from the film. Beautiful work on both accounts!
Travis Lanham did an amazing job of keeping dialogue and narration boxes separate throughout the story. Narration was kept within yellow squares while dialogue was housed in white bubbles. The format for the lettering was the perfect size for readers to read easily. Great work!
Matt: The art team really captures that look with Imperials and especially the officers, in which you want to punch them in the face so badly. There is this expression about them that they can bring to life on the pages through shading and linework, and it does an incredible job at bringing the spirit of this time period to life. We get to see a lot of various species and not just humans as well, which may always be a favorite of mine with the Star Wars universe. There are various colors and different looks showing how vast this galaxy truly is.
Variant Covers
Final Thoughts
Travis: This issue proved to be an authentic continuation of the story and character from the Rogue One film. Readers get to experience personal growth that they may in some ways apply to their own lives. Star Wars fans will love this issue and the adventure that it takes you on. Do yourself a favor and go to your local comic shop and get your hands on this emotional and action-packed story!
Travis’ Grade: 10/10!
Matt: 10/10 easily! Ethan builds lore into a character we truly only spent one film with and makes her background both interesting and intriguing at the same time. The art team brings this universe to life through their detailing and color work, making this issue stand out and another excellent entry into the anniversary specials.
Make sure to check out more reviews by Matt!
Overall Grade: 10/10
Links
Comic Book Reviews & Entertainment News: Nerd Initiative
Previous Star Wars – Rogue One Review: Star Wars: Rogue One – Cassian Andor #1
Travis’ NI Portfolio: TravisComicHaven – Nerd Initiative
Travis’ Personal Content: Travis’ Comic Haven
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