Звёздные Войны. Эпоха Республики. Квай-Гон Джинн

Star Wars: Age of Republic #1

by Jody Houser, Paolo Rivera (Cover Art), Cory Smith (Artist)

Мастер-джедай Квай-Гон Джинн долгое время преданно и честно служил Совету джедаев и Галактической Республике. Но его веру в орден и Силу ждёт серьёзное испытание…

Genres: Star Wars, Comics, Graphic Novels, Science Fiction, Marvel, Graphic Novels Comics, Comic Book

24 pages, Paperback

First published December 5, 2018

Reviews

[Alejandro · Rating 4 out of 5]

A balance, you need to seek!


This one-shot comic book is part of a big “Star Wars” event where it will be published 27 one-shots, each focused in a different character (some special issues including like four characters), from three different Star Wars eras: Age of Republic, Age of Rebellion and Age of Resistance.


Creative Team:

Writer: Jody Houser

Illustrator: Cory Smith

Cover: Paolo Rivera


GREAT WARRIORS, ARE WE?

Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn, along with his Padawan Obi-Wan Kenobi, is helping in a diplomatic negotiation, in a world where a faction wants to cut protected tres, however the situation soon becomes a battle…

…something that Qui-Gon doesn’t want to engage…

…even worse when he perceives that the Jedi Order was involved in the situation due being “great warriors”, putting in doubt his personal role in a religious order that he feels its losing its true path inside The Force.

So, while he’s still doing what he thinks best to find a compromise in the difficult affair, Qui-Gon needs to get away wherever The Force would take him, to meditate and unexpected to meet a source of…

…the Dark Side of The Force.

[Tiag⊗ the Mutant · Rating 4 out of 5]

Qui-Gon Jin is one of my favorites, this guy needs a ongoing series with Kenobi. This story doesn't unfold much, but its always nice to get more background on Qui-Gon, I liked the art too.

[Himanshu Karmacharya · Rating 2 out of 5]

Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn questions himself, "Is This The Way?" and travels to find the answers.

Decent artwork, but an average storytelling prevents this comic book from being a significant add to the Star Wars mythos.

[Anthony · Rating 4 out of 5]

Marvel begin their “Age of____” Star Wars maxi-series with a beloved yet short lived character: Qui-Gon Jinn. It’s always cool seeing this character get more back ground and story in canon, furthering his traits of questions the Jedi order and searching for meaning in the Force.

I think this is a good start. It reminded me of the Clone Wars animated show in parts. But because it’s a one shot it does end a bit too soon.

[Siona Adams · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really interesting! Like the concept of this series, especially this Republic one since it’s some pre-Prequels Star Wars material finally. Story was good, I always enjoy Qui-Gon stories.

[Steven Shinder · Rating 4 out of 5]

We've seen hints of Yoda and Qui-Gon having some sort of connection in other Star Wars media, which we didn't get in The Phantom Menace. But we get to see their conversations here, pre-TPM. This issue starts out with some action that I was worried would drag on, but then Qui-Gon goes on a spiritual quest of sorts. It doesn't appear to be a world seen onscreen before, and it even goes unnamed, for some strange reason. But what Qui-Gon realizes is that the notion that Jedi need to be great warriors is wrong. Even the perception of Jedi retreating being cowardice feels like a nod to fans displeased with Luke's depiction in The Last Jedi. I'd say that this issue connects with the moral of that film pretty well, which is that a Jedi is more than just an attacker.

[Jayden · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a nice little one shot. It is probably the best looking comic out of the SW ones I’ve read through so far and adds even more depth to Qui-Gonn by giving him a mid life crisis real quick. All in all it’s a good adventure for the character!
6/10

[Anna Rodriguez · Rating 2 out of 5]

The art is insane and the character Qui Gon Jinn is almost one of my top faves, but this comic was honestly just one of those filler episodes. it was a repition of the previous comics and the importance of not bending to the dark side, nothing new and nothing contributing to the story line.

[Sans · Rating 3 out of 5]

I thought this was the start of a Qui-Gon series but it’s not. It’s a series of one shots with a different character each time. Not awesome but I’ll take what I can get.

[J K · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5

[Ashley · Rating 3 out of 5]

*3.5

[Maxwell Guzman-Critch · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really loved this, even if it's an old one. Qui-Gon was always my favorite jedi.

[Spencer · Rating 2 out of 5]

This was pretty dull and didn't really add anything that hasn’t already been covered multiple times before.

[Elwin Kline · Rating 5 out of 5]

"I really liked it! / It was amazing." - 4.5 star rating, with a round up to a 5.

When it comes to available Qui-Gon Jinn material, it does not get much better than this.

While his time in the Star Wars films was incredibly short, his impact was monumental. Not only in the grand scheme of things by pushing Obi-Wan to becoming such a great and powerful Jedi, but he also kick-started Anakin's journey as well. The chain of events is really fun to think about, and Qui-Gon is certainly one of the first links in that sequence of events.

This comic in particular emphasis Qui-Gon questioning the Jedi Order/Counsel, the Republic, and pretty much everything going on current-event wise during this phase of the timeline.

Labeled as a Rogue, "Independent", and all other sorts of titles, Qui-Gon exhibits a man who does not just blindly follow orders and go with the flow without his own free thought, while being brave enough to ask the hard questions both to himself and the Jedi Counsel that others would be entirely content just intentionally ignoring.

You know folks who just do things because "it's the way its always been done" ... yeah, Qui-Gon is not that guy. He will question authority and he will call out what is wrong and doesn't feel right. For that, I respect his character tons.

While slain by the living weapon himself Darth Maul, Qui-Gon's impact continues to echo far behind that moment where the Son of Dathomir killed him. His legacy continues far after his passing, and he even has some appearances later on as a force apparition, despite his 'Against the Grain' posture as a Jedi, he made it to the other side with all the other greats the same as Master Yoda and others of extreme renown.

[Nick · Rating 2 out of 5]

Much like its Counterpart Star Wars: Age Of The Republic - Darth Maul, I feel that it sets up some interesting story options for our short lived characters of The Phantom Menace.

Now with the dissolution of the Expanded Universe, and even before that occurred, Qui-Gon was not the most gregarious individual, with his presence gracing only a few entries into the Star Wars Universe.

Here we see Qui-Gon contemplating what has become of the Jedi Order and foreseeing its downfall, if it were to remain unchanging. While this does add some minute rationale to why he became so interested in Anakin Skywalker in The Phantom Menace, it would have proven a grand starting point to a series featuring the Jedi Master.

This would have provided an opportunity to flesh out his character, as well as, give the audience a chance to see how he cultivated the young Obi-Wan into the man he would become.

[Stacy · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was pretty decent. I like the character of Qui-Gon Jin, though it felt limited in what Houser was allowed to do with him here. The character growth Jin had to go through didn't feel unique. His "trial" could have been changed out for any other planet/threat and we'd get to the same place by the end. An "insert fight here" kind of deal.

I do like his relationship with the diplomat he was saving. That whole ordeal felt tedious to me, and I sensed it rubbing off on Qui-Gon the same way. The doubt by the diplomat at the end worked well for me, leaving the story feeling like it could progress later in a bigger way.

Still, as a fan of the character this issue -- while not inherently flawed in any way -- didn't offer me anything new or wonderful.

22.75/50

[Simeon Scott · Rating 3 out of 5]

A neat little one off tale centered around the title character that does a good job of making him feel like an actual character and not just a plot device like he does in most other stories that feature him. Though I must admit I'm starting to find it funny that so many Jedi in this time period have now been depicted as having doubts in how the order operates and yet nothing really came of it. But hey, I guess that's what real religions are like these days so it's not too bit of an issue with the canon.

[Chuy Ruiz · Rating 5 out of 5]

Qui-Gon Jin! My favorite character in all of Star Wars! So I really liked this. I was disappointed when I realized this was a one off comic and not going to be an ongoing story. Nevertheless, it was a good read, and has great art. Definitely does a good job of depicting his character and this short little adventure. I had never really read comics(other than some random Doctor Who digital comics I got from a Humble Bundle), and this was the first physical comic I ever purchased. I am going to be getting the rest of the Age of Republic series.

[Rebecca · Rating 3 out of 5]

It's okay. I like the attempt at exploring Jedi Philosophy, but it's so basic and not nearly as deep as this comic could have been. Also the environmental message could have been more nuanced, like would it kill you to tell us why the trees are important? The Priestess isn't a compelling character, just bratty, preachy, and self righteous, as if every other culture is lesser with nothing to offer her and therefore morally wrong.

[Daniel Coleman · Rating 4 out of 5]

Qui-Gon is easily one of my favorite characters within the Star Wars universe. He was perhaps the only Jedi to ever understand what it means to be balanced with the force. As for the story within this comic, it was enjoyable, albeit short. I liked that it helped explain how Qui-Gon came to his philosophy, but it was only a glimpse into it. Had this been a much longer story, I would give it a higher score.

[Michelle Martine · Rating 3 out of 5]

Short story about Qui-Gon Jin and how the Force can work, as well as a statement on the destruction of nature but only done in a subtle way and still needs some more elements to discuss it more. But the elements of the Force that were talked about might offer a better understanding to some elements of the movies and tv series.

[Daniel Rodd · Rating 4 out of 5]

A lovely look at self doubt and trying to find meaning and purpose. I have always liked how the Jedi are like a religion and the force is their god and I love how this comic advances the qui gin Jin character to not only be the confident leader he is in ‘Phantom Menace’ but also someone who questions his religion regularly. It’s quite a deep idea to be explored in comics.

[Keegan Thomson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great story about a character many love

If you’re a big fan of a character who’s impact can be felt across the saga then this is the book for you. A new original story featuring the wise old Jedi. Plus you’ll see a cameo from a familiar friend.

[Derek Neveu · Rating 3 out of 5]

Love seeing anything that gives context to underdeveloped characters like Qui-Gon, but the storyline seems disjointed and teaming Qui-Gon up with Star Wars’s version of The Lorax, wasn’t exactly the heavy hitting character development moment I was looking for.

[Cas Katolis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent story, and one of the only ones pre-Phantom Menace currently. Very interesting questions posed, especially in the conversations between Qui-Gon and Yoda. Definitely worth reading if you enjoy the prequels, Qui-Gon, or really just Star Wars at all

[Gwynne Bee · Rating 5 out of 5]

This comic is GORGEOUS!! While it is only a fluff piece in the grand scheme of things, this comic gives a quick glimpse of the man known as Qui Gon and the editorial supplies a hefty dose of useful information.

[Roxy · Rating 2 out of 5]

This was fine. I guess. It was the comic form of the stuff Qui-Gon was saying in Master & Apprentice, and didn't really add anything to his arc or story leading into The Phantom Menace. Also the plotline of it just kind of ended? Yeah. Whatever.

[Aaron Maurer · Rating 4 out of 5]

Decided to read the Star Wars canon comics. Hard to give accurate review as this is the first I am reading. I enjoy this character and think I appreciated the write-up at the end more than the comic. Opened up some new learning and reminding of how important this character is to the SW universe.

[Elizabeth Trupiano · Rating 5 out of 5]

I wanted more but this was still really good. Qui-Gon, in my opinion, was the ideal person to wield the power of the Force. Perhaps he wasn’t the best Jedi, but he was the best person to possess those skills, even more so than the Jedi of this era. He understood balance.

[Dimitris Papastergiou · Rating 3 out of 5]

Set between 44–32 BBY

Nice issue with Qui-Gon on an adventure. Solid artwork with a really nice sequence in it with a personal journey for Qui-Gon and overall a nice addition to the prequels. Or better yet pre-prequels.