Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures - Saber for Hire

Star Wars: The High Republic

by Cavan Scott, Rachael Stott (illustrator)

Fan-favorite Jedi turned monster hunter Ty Yorrick returns in her most dangerous—and personal—mission yet.

Ty is having the time of her life behind the Nihil Stormwall, battling dangers that the Jedi would’ve usually handled and earning credits galore. That is until she crosses paths with a Child of the Storm and its Nameless abomination. Suddenly, Ty must fight tooth and nail against the villainous Nihil to save Force-sensitive children from a dastardly plot. All the while, Ty’s apprentice is determined to forge his own path, dragging his reluctant master along with him.

New York Times bestselling author Cavan Scott (Star Wars: Tales from the Death Star) and acclaimed Star Wars artist Rachael Stott (Star Wars: The High Republic—The Monster of Temple Peak) return for an adventure packed with thrilling lightsaber fights and daring rescues.

Genres: Star Wars, Comics, Graphic Novels, Science Fiction, Fantasy, Space Opera, Middle Grade

112 pages, Paperback

Published January 28, 2025

About the author

is a freelance comic writer and author. He is best known for his work on a variety of spin-offs from both Doctor Who and Star Wars, as well as comics and novels for Vikings, Pacific Rim, Sherlock Holmes, and Penguins of Madagascar.

Cavan Scott, along with Justina Ireland, Claudia Gray, Daniel Jose Older, and Charles Soule are crafting a new era in the Star Wars publishing world called Star Wars: The High Republic. Cavan's contribution to the era is a comic book series released through Marvel Comics titled Star Wars: The High Republic.

Reviews

[Jesús De la Jara · Rating 4 out of 5]

Kip Soh se encuentra en el planeta Abtin con Jom Lariin. Tranquilos, ellos piensan que no les llegará peligro de los Nihil. Ty Yorrick está en Bororn con Drewen Qweebjillan cazando monstruos. Luego van a Temerancé en el sistema Rekai. Allí una familia le dicen que los Nihil capturaron a su hija Lene que es sensible a la fuerza. Ty solo por ello decide dejar su trabajo de caza monstruos e ir por ella. Por otro lado, Drewen logra interceptar una llamada a los Nihil donde le dicen que han visto al hijo de la canciller. Drewen decide huir con la nave para demostrar su valía. Allí Ty tendrá que enfrentar a un personaje de su pasado.
Este cómic realmente cierra el ciclo que viene desde "The High Republic Adventures - The Monster of Temple Peak" y nos presenta, no sé si por primera vez, a un híbrido creado por el barón Boolan. El final me gustó.

[Khurram · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good book, but a bit rushed. Okay, artwork and a decent story. The return of fan favourite characters.

Everyone's (or at least my favourite) former High Republic Republic Jedi turned monster hunter is back and behind enemy lines, or the Nihil Stormwall. The monster hunting business is booming, but now Ty Yorrick is going to have to pick a side in the Nihil war and confront the past she has been running from.

This needed to be at least a six issue mini series to cover all that needed to happen in this story. As good as it was, it was too rushed to fit everything in. However, as always, I can't wait to see what is next for Ty and her crew.

[Neil R. Coulter · Rating 3 out of 5]

The idea of a Jedi monster hunter is one of my favorite concepts in the High Republic. Ty Yorrick herself is fine, and this story is not the best. Instead of attaching her to what feels like a very typical Star Warsy backstory, and now a "squire" who resembles a lot of SW characters who have yearned to be given more responsibility, she should be freed to be independent, fierce, and involved in stories that lean much more toward horror. I often feel that the monster hunter concept is being held back, but I'd like to see it reappear in other eras and with other characters.

[Ben A · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ty Yorrick returns in a fun story that moves her character forward in great and interesting ways that her previous series only hinted at being a possibility.

Special Thanks to Dark Horse Comics and Edelweiss Plus for the digital ARC. This was given to me for an honest review.

[Tyler Jenkins · Rating 5 out of 5]

5 stars simply because I’m quite honestly obsessed with Ty Yorrik. Her design is immaculate and I love the energy she brings, seeing her finally get close to people and open up a bit has been great. Can’t wait to see where they take her next.

[Audrey · Rating 4 out of 5]

Cavan Scott delivers again with this welcome relief of a comic from the previous Adventures line I've been reading. This isn't just an entertaining read, though, but one that truly resonates. It asks questions about what even the coolest, most swagger, sharp-witted ex-Jedi run from. Ty Yorrick's story pulses with her internal conflict, which includes noble instincts upon a backdrop of mercenary work. This issue has surprising heart in this, and even lore expansion. It's these breadcrumbs that Scott masterfully lays out for readers that reminds me that he could write the master class in telling sidelined stories in a content-heavy universe.
The artwork is stunning, each page feeling almost cinematic. This was a beautiful read, and ultimately, refuses to feel minor to me. This is proof that some of the richest Star Wars tales are being told far from the main stage, and I hope that with the closure of The High Republic's Phase III that more people will give these often looked-over comics another chance.

[Sid · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5/5 stars.

[Nunya · Rating 4 out of 5]

The second thing you need to know about monster hunting is that only those with a heart closed off from their emotions are capable of pursuing such a career. This is not because the grisly work requires a lack of feeling, but because you will inevitably come across a young child who you are forced to take care of, due to your stern demeanor your foremost reaction will be to act detached and aloof, but eventually you will form a begrudged, yet steadfast relationship with said child as you risk it all to save them from a greater threat.

You cannot open a door unless it is closed, a monster hunter cannot develop character if it isn't forged in the crucible of child-rearing.

[Teresa · Rating 5 out of 5]

228 BBY

This graphic novel collects Issues 1-4 of Saber for Hire, a story in the Phase III of The High Republic. This story follows Ty Yorrick after the attack on Valo. She has taken on a squire, Drewen, who tagged along with her on a previous adventure. The Oclusion Zone has been set up by the Nihil in the Outer Rim, stopping people from passing through. Ty barges her way through to help a city in need, of which the Nihil are taking Force-sensitive children for an unknown reason. After encountering one of the children, Ty realizes she must face her past in order to shape her future, even when she doesn't want to.

This graphic novel collection has some interesting elements to Ty's past and her progression moving forward as a person. It also shows us what happened to Kip and his boyfriend, who have been missing for a year after the attack on Valo. Drewen makes it his mission to help where he can. There is also some really nice art and moments with a Nameless, and some other exciting bits. Honesty, this is really a 5/5 graphic novel. Everything felt like it had a purpose and really offered insight into some of the characters and post-Valo occurances.

[Billy Jepma · Rating 3 out of 5]

Scott’s more generic storytelling impulses won out here, as they often do. He writes too plucky sidekick characters, they all sound the same, and they’re all one or two degrees too annoying for my taste. The emotional arc he gives Ty felt rushed and a little too sappy for who her character seemed set up to be, imo.

But this is still a more successful Star Wars comic than most simply due to the quality of the art. Great colors, some dynamic layouts, and there’s a cool reveal at the end I’d like to see more of in the future. So yeah, a solid-enough read, especially considering how brisk it is.

[Jackson · Rating 3 out of 5]

A fun series that marks probably my favorite story so far for Ty Yorrick. There's some great stuff in here, especially as it comes to Ty's former master and history as a padawan. Sadly, the series is held back by it's short length and by Drewen being so boring (imo). At the end, I was left wanting more, and I really think the story would have benefitted greatly from a bit more fleshing out. I feel this way about most of the Adventures comics, but it was an especially keen feeling for this one.

[Angel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Extraordinary writing from Cavan Scott. I have found myself very disappointed at every Ty Yorrick story in THR since "The Rising Storm", she was one of my favorite characters and the subsequent stories have been unworthy of her. I can say that they have finally nailed the landing with this story, which uses everything we know about the character and deepens on it through an incredible personal chapter balancing drama, action and character development in perfect unison. I am very happy with this comic collection. One of the best entries in THR era overall. Very pleased!

[Michael · Rating 5 out of 5]

This story probably doesn’t make any sense if you don’t have the context of 1) the phase III main run, 2) monster of temple peak from phase 1, and 3) the nameless terror from phase II.

That being said, if you have all that context, wow is this a great story. I especially appreciate the final issue, where the art is great, the writing feels good; and the ending is really, really sweet.

I think this is a must read if you’ve read Ty Yorrick’s other stories. If not, you can certainly skip this, but you SHOULD read all of the material on her.

[Ahdom · Rating 3 out of 5]

In this action-packed graphic novel, fan-favorite Jedi-turned-monster-hunter Ty Yorrick faces her most dangerous challenge yet. Battling through the Nihil Stormwall, Ty finds herself up against a terrifying Child of the Storm and its Nameless creature. As she fights to protect Force-sensitive children from the Nihil’s sinister plans, her apprentice forges his own path, adding tension to their partnership. With thrilling lightsaber duels and daring rescues, this story by Cavan Scott delivers an intense and personal mission for Ty Yorrick.

[Zettifar · Rating 4 out of 5]

More Ty Yorrick ......Why yes please

Ty has always been a High republic character that I've wanted more stories on and Sabre for Hire gives us some great content on her former jedi master, moments from her time as a padawan and a mission in phase 3 that reminds Ty of her younger self that links all 3 into one cohesive story that left me wanting more Ty Yorrick.

Also her Lightsaber hilt design is incredible and reminds me often of a British cutless sword.

[Julie · Rating 3 out of 5]

It's fine. It was fine. I like Ty Yorrick and I was glad to get more of her backstory and get some resolution there too. Also, Lene Kostana! I hate to say it, but Kip Soh comes off as a real idiot in this story. Glad to finally get his story thread wrapped up, though.

This had consistently nice artwork.

[Bryce Rankins · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really miss the days when six issue arcs were the norm. Four issues simply wasn't enough. That said, I really really dug this story. The final issue really caught me off guard in a good way.

Bummed we didn't get any panels showing what Drewen or Ty saw in the presence of the nameless though.

[Alyce Caswell · Rating 5 out of 5]

I can always count on a Ty Yorrick story being a damn good read. I wish she could've been this awesome in the final High Republic adult novel... or perhaps not be in it, because its plot seriously cramped her style. Anyway, this was brilliant. There should be more Ty comics.

[Kuroyuri · Rating 5 out of 5]

My first introduction to Ty Yorrick and a great one at that

[♡ · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 ⭐️

[Elijah Sawyer · Rating 5 out of 5]

LENE KOSTANA AT LAST

[Stronglysalty · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.75

[James · Rating 5 out of 5]

Monster hunter deals with the Nihil. A foundling with power. The past catches up with the Ty.

[Lisa · Rating 2 out of 5]

Not my favorite style. It was rushed (especially the end) and harder to follow the story.

[Jazmin Castro · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5/5

no but why did i cry with this one?
SO SAD FOR CIBABA
OMG SYFO-DIAS MASTER!
Elzar and Ty interaction iktr!

[John Robertson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fun High Republic story featuring monster hunter Ty Yorrick.

[Daniel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ugh Ty has always been one of my favs and it’s always good to get a story focused on her. Cant wait to see more of her in the rest of THR

[Robert · Rating 1 out of 5]

If you like your comics with a heaping helping of homosexual agenda, read on.

If you just want a good story, avoid.

[Bane Books · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5/5