The Cosmic Force: A Star Wars Comics Podcast by Youtini

Star Wars is back with the second issue of its new flagship series from Alex Segura. Luke Skywalker is on the trail of the mysterious Nagai, as he seeks to uncover a Jedi artifact. Meanwhile, the Bad Batch team up with an unlikely ally to go after Aurra Sing and Assaj Ventress.Covers: Bad Batch: Ghost Agents #4 and Star Wars (2025) #2

It's a huge week for Star Wars comics. Jedi Knights return, as Qui-Gon and Shaak Ti go after the same target as Jango Fett and Zam Wesell. Meanwhile, in The High Republic, Keeve and company make their finale stand in the Battle of Eriadu.Covers: Jedi Knights #4 and Fear of the Jedi #5

We are back, with the latest two issues of The Rise of Skywalker comic adaptation. Only one more issue left before the end of the Skywalker Saga.Covers: The Rise of Skywalker #3-4

It's a big week for Star Wars comics, with three new issues. Kylo Ren kicks us off, as we head back to the home of his grandmother: Naboo. Meanwhile, The High Republic keeps us busy as both runs have culminated with the Battle of Eriadu.Covers: Legacy of Vader #3, High Republic Adventures #18, and Fear of the Jedi #4

For all of our manga fans, we are hear to bring you this conversation from the Youtini Canon Book Club, featuring Caleb. We highly encourage you to subscribe to their show, if you haven't already.Welcome to the Youtini Canon Book Club! In this episode, Emmi, Hannah, and special guest, Caleb, break down their thoughts on The Edge of Balance Vol 4 and The Edge of Balance: Premonition by Daniel Jose Older and Shima Shinya. We get into what we thought of the series overall, the continuation of Azlin's story, and the impressive growth of Lily's power as a Jedi. Pour yourself a hot cup of caf and enjoy!

We have two short and sweet issues this week. All the way from Japan, the guys break down the Celebration exclusive Beyond Victory one-shot. Plus, Jedi Knights is back with Obi-Wan and Qui-Gon trying to survive on a planet with giant dinos.Covers: Beyond Victory #1 and Jedi Knights #3

It's a packed week, with Star Wars (2025) kicking off, another issue of The Bad Batch: Ghost Agents, and coming down from Free Comic Book Day. The crew brings you all of this, plus news on Cavan Scott's next spooky special.Covers: Star Wars (2025) #1 and Bad Batch: Ghost Agents #3

The gang is back from Japan and has so much to get caught up on. Between Celebration news and new High Republic comics, you won't want to miss this episode.Covers: Battle of Eriadu Special and Fear of the Jedi #3

Kylo Ren is back and at the whims of Gardulla the Hutt. The Supreme Leader of the First Order finds himself in dire straits and is left to wander the desert of Tatooine. While searching for his purpose, he uncovers the first lesson from his grandfather, Darth Vader.Covers: Legacy of Vader #3

The sickos have been waiting for the day Atha Prime entered canon, and he is finally here. Marc Guggenheim brings this Kenner relic into comics with his Jedi Knights series. Meanwhile, Bad Batch: Ghost Agents takes the gang to the spice mines of Kessel.Covers: Jedi Knights #2 and Bad Batch: Ghost Agents #2

The Rise of Skywalker adaptation takes us to Kijimi, as the Resistance works to crack the code in C-3PO's memory. Meanwhile, Kylo and his Knights are hot on their trail. Outside of the comic though, we have big news in the world of omnibus collections.Covers: The Rise of Skywalker #2

A one-two punch of High Republic comics from Marvel and Dark Horse! Fear of the Jedi and The High Republic Adventures both take on the upcoming final battle of Phase Three. They're action-packed, exciting, and... is that a crossover on the way?Covers: Fear of the Jedi #2 and The High Republic Adventures #16

At long last, the Qui-Gon Jinn original graphic novel is here. We have been super excited to see Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan faceoff with the Brotherhood of the Ninth Door. The story not only is an incredible prequel adventure, but it also ties in with the High Republic.Covers: Hyperspace Stories: Qui-Gon

Vaneé brings Kylo to his grandfather's crucible: Tatooine. While the first issue of this exciting series merely set everything up, this one really dives into the action. The crew dives in on this exciting new look at the dark side of the Force.Covers: Legacy of Vader #2

Star Wars is back at it again with a brand new ongoing series. This time, Marc Guggenheim brings us back to the prequels with Jedi Knights. Qui-Gon and the council set off to stop a war in the Outer Rim in an issue you won't want to miss.Covers: Jedi Knights #1

After years of anticipation, The Rise of Skywalker comic adaptation is finally here. We break down how Jody Houser and Will Sliney bring the final entry of the Skywalker Saga to the comic page.Covers: The Rise of Skywalker #1

The High Republic is back at Marvel with Cavan Scott's latest entry. Hot off Tempest Breaker, Keeve and crew are back fighting for the Republic. Additionally, we break into the newest miniseries from Dark Horse, which takes us back to The Clone Wars with the Bad Batch.Covers: The High Republic - Fear of the Jedi #1 and The Bad Batch - Ghost Agents #1

Yet again, we have a ton of High Republic Adventures to discuss. Echoes of Fear and Dispatches from the Occlusion Zone wrapped up. Plus, we march into the Battle of Eriadu.Covers: Echoes of Fear #4, Dispatches from Occlusion Zone #4, High Republic Adventures #14, High Republic Adventures Annual

Charles Soule's new series is here, with Kylo Ren taking center stage. The Sequel Trilogy is back in a big way. Meanwhile, we also break down a brand new Star Wars manga announcement from Viz Media.Covers: Legacy of Vader #1

The sleeper hit of the year, Ewoks, comes to its end as Wicket stands up to the Imperials remaining on Endor. Meanwhile, a creative juggernaut brings us A New Legacy. The one-shot is a love story to 10 years of Star Wars comics under Marvel in the modern era.Covers: Ewoks #4 and A New Legacy #1

It's been a long time coming, but The Battle of Jakku has come to an end. The crew brings this maxiseries to a close. Plus a new era of Star Wars comics is on the horizon.Covers: Battle of Jakku - The Last Stand #3 and #4

Dark Horse and Daniel José Older put in work over the holidays with three new issues of High Republic Adventures, and we are here to get caught up on all of it. We have the liberation of Valo, the wedding of Lula Talisola and Zeen Mrala,, and the unlikely alliance of Niv Drendow and Emrick Caphtor.Covers: High Republic Adventures #13, HRA: Wedding Spectacular, and Dispatches from the Occlusion Zone #3

We're back from a long holiday break to catch you up on Star Wars comics. The Battle of Jakku maxiseries is reaching a fever point as Moff Adelhard returns and reestablishes himself as a threat to the galaxy.

The Cosmic Force is here for its annual celebration for everything that happened in the Star Wars comics world. We take a look at all the stories that releases, as well as assessing our predictions from the end of last year. We also take a moment to honor our favorite releases and creators.

The Iron Blockade of General Adelhard is coming under fire from Luke Skywalker and Lando Calrissian. Will the New Republic be able to break the hold on the Anoat Sector? And, what will Reyna Oskure have to say about all of this?Covers: Battle of Jakku - Republic Under Siege #4

It's as a busy week, with three new issues of Star Wars comics. Reath and Amadeo continue to work to uncover the secret behind the Echo Stones and Barnabas Vim, Driggit gets ahold of an EX droid sent into the Occlusion Zone, and the New Republic is yet again under increased pressure from the ruthless Moff Adelhard.Covers: Battle of Jakku - Republic Under Siege #3, Dispatches from the Occlusion Zone #2, and Echoes of Fear #3

Ram Jamoram is back on Valo, as the Nihil Warden ramps up his pressure on the ground. How will the resistance get out of this one? Meanwhile, Luke and Aphra reunite while the Imperial Shadow Council plot for the future of the Imperial Remnant.Covers: Battle of Jakku - Republic Under Siege #2 and High Republic Adventures #12

The New Republic is once again at odds with the Imperial Remnant as we head into the second act of The Battle of Jakku. Luke and Rynn are out on a mission to recover more Force artifacts when they encounter a familiar face. Meanwhile, Adelhard's grip on the Anoat Sector has begun to tighten as he relies more on the various forces around him.Covers: Battle of Jakku - Republic Under Siege #1

Tensions rise with the Ewoks as the imperial presence makes itself known. 4-LOM leads the charge, but he is met with resistance from the brave people of Endor. Tune in for the discussion of this fantastic little miniseries.Covers: Ewoks #2

Caleb returns to the show at the perfect time, as we hit the finale for the first arc of The Battle of Jakku miniseries. Meanwhile, The High Republic Adventures begins a new arc that will have fans of the High Republic junior novels thrilled.Covers: The Battle of Jakku - Insurgency Rising #4 and High Republic Adventures #11

This week marks the penultimate issue in the Battle of Jakku - Insurgency Rising. The burgeoning New Republic is struggling with the threat of Governor Adelhard. Will the team led by Rynn make it out alive?Covers: The Battle of Jakku - Insurgency Rising #3

Star Wars comics have an exciting future ahead of them. Join Jacob and Oz as they break down all the news from NYCC. Check out what is ahead for The High Republic and the Jedi headlining the latest ongoing comic series.Covers: The High Republic Adventures #11

The Cosmic Force is headed to Endor, as we kick off with the new Ewoks miniseries. Check in with Wicket and Bright Tree Village following the events of Return of the Jedi. Meanwhile, Battle of Jakku is getting intense as characters from all over Star Wars storytelling are brought into the fold.Covers: The Battle of Jakku - Insurgency Rising #2 and Ewoks #1

This week's episode is a must listen for any High Republic fan! The crew breaks down 3 brand new issues, featuring favorite characters like Qort, Ty Yorrick, Reath Silas, and more.Covers: Dispatches from the Occlusion Zone #1, Echoes of Fear #2, and Saber for Hire #4

It is a huge week for Star Wars comics as Alex Segura kicks off his 12-issue maxiseries The Battle of Jakku. It is one of the most important Star Wars comic stories in years. Meanwhile, Tensu Run's story in Inquisitors is coming to an end.Covers: The Battle of Jakku - Insurgency Rising #1 and Inquisitors #4

After 4 years, Greg Pak's Darth Vader run has come to a close. Will the Imperial Schism succeed in their mission? Not to be outdone, The High Republic Adventures brings us one issue closer to war on Eriadu. All this and a ton of news, on this week's episode of The Cosmic Force.Covers: Darth Vader #50 and The High Republic Adventures #10

After 4 years, the mainline Star Wars comic by Charles Soule has come to an end. The crew was thrilled to dive in to this epic-sized finale. Not to be outdone, Tensu Run has his penultimate issue in Star Wars: Inquisitors.Covers: Star Wars #50 & Inquisitors #3

This week is a High Republic blowout, with 3 different major issues for the era. What made Kelnacca the stoic Jedi we see in The Acolyte, and what mysteries will Reath Silas uncover about the elusive echo stones? Find out in this week's episode of The Cosmic Force.Covers: High Republic Adventures: Crash and Burn #1, Echoes of Fear #1, and Kelnacca #1

Star Wars is coming to a close, as Leia and Luke face off against Zahra in the penultimate issue. Meanwhile, the Starhopper crew struggles to handle the complex situation developing on Eriadu. Will the citizens of Bri Phrang City be able to hold off the coming Nihil invasion?

Edge of Balance has been a podcast favorite, and now we're back with Volume 3. Legends Lookback's very own Jared joins the crew to discuss the Lily Tora-Asi and her allies on Banchii.Covers: The High Republic: The Edge of Balance: Vol 3

Another massive week for comics, as The High Republic Phase III comic comes to an end (for now). What will happen to Keeve, Sskeer, and the rest of the crew? Additionally, listen in on the latest installments of Inquisitors and The High Republic Adventures.Covers: Inquisitors #2, The High Republic Adventures #8, & The High Republic #10

This week, the crew dives into the finale of Darth Maul: Black White & Red, as well as one of the final issues of Darth Vader (2020). Additionally, there is so much news on the future of Star Wars comics. You won't want to miss it.Covers: Darth Vader #48 & Darth Maul: Black White & Red #4

Luke and Leia depart the rebel fleet for a special mission, as the two reunite with an enemy from their past. Meanwhile, in The High Republic, the Starhopper crew prepares to withstand the further pressure from Nihil forces. Additionally, listen as the Cosmic Force cast breaks down the latest comic announcements.Covers: Star Wars #48 & High Republic Adventures #7

This week's episode features one of the strongest comics lineups of the year, as we kick off with Rodney Barnes's brand new Inquisitors miniseries. In addition, multiple High Republic series are coming to a close with the main Marvel run and Saber for Hire. Tune in to found out what will happen to Keeve and her embattled crew of misfits.Covers: Inquisitors #1, Saber for Hire #3, The High Republic #9

We reach big story milestones for two comics this week. What will happen to the tenuous peace on Glee Anselm and will Lando Calrissian remain a free man? In addition to these exciting stories, hear the hosts break down the huge news of Star Wars comics as we know them coming to an end.Covers: Jango Fett #4 and Star Wars #47

The crew from The Cosmic Force wants to thank you for supporting us for 100 episodes strong. Join us as we reminisce about our favorite show memories and comic issues. We're also joined by special guests you won't want to miss.

Ty Yorrick is pushed to her limit in an effort to rescue the planet's children, while being tested by her squire Drewen. Meanwhile, the Starhopper crew takes a much needed breath after the events of the past year.Covers: High Republic Adventures #6 and Saber for Hire #2

During her capture by elite mercenaries, Mon Mothma reveals her personal motivations for joining the rebellion. Meanwhile, what is Lando's future in it? Join The Cosmic Force crew as they also cover the latest Star Wars Comics news.Covers: Star Wars #46

Mace Windu's epic adventure is coming to a close. Will him and Azita Cruz escape with the formula for coaxium ultra? The crew also covers brand new The High Republic comic news as we pave our way through Phase 3.Covers: Mace Windu #4

Free Comic Book Day is here, with new stories from Star Wars, Darth Vader, and Young Jedi Adventures. In addition, The High Republic marches on as Baron Boolan's Children of the Storm become more of a threat.Covers: The High Republic #7 and FCBD Star Wars / Darth Vader

Greg Pak and Will Sliney gave us this one-shot to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace. Dive into the moments between the scenes of the film, and live Anakin's dream of freeing his mother.Covers: The Phantom Menace 25th Anniversary Special #1