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Ewoks (2024) #1-4
Star Wars: Ewoks – Caravan of Carnage
The breakout stars of Return of the Jedi, the beloved Ewoks, return for an all-new adventure!
A team of Imperial-led bounty hunters and scavengers arrives on the forest moon of Endor searching for a secret cache of deadly weaponry! But are they prepared to face off against the battle-ready Ewoks who took down so many of their ranks? Plus: Who is the mysterious new warrior Ewok returning to Bright Tree village, and what is their connection to Wicket W. Warrick?
COLLECTING: Star Wars: Ewoks (2024) 1-4
A team of Imperial-led bounty hunters and scavengers arrives on the forest moon of Endor searching for a secret cache of deadly weaponry! But are they prepared to face off against the battle-ready Ewoks who took down so many of their ranks? Plus: Who is the mysterious new warrior Ewok returning to Bright Tree village, and what is their connection to Wicket W. Warrick?
COLLECTING: Star Wars: Ewoks (2024) 1-4
112 pages, Paperback
First published July 8, 2025
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March 30, 2025
Reread: Was this series just an excuse to bring in some ewoks legends creatures into canon? Sure. Was it fun as hell? Yea. Did I absolutely love this series? Hell yea!!
August 3, 2025
Let me paint you a picture: I was looking for a quick, casual Star Wars read. Something light. Nothing life-changing, just a bit of galactic escapism. So I picked up Steve Orlando’s Ewoks, thinking, “How bad could it be? It’s Ewoks.”
And the answer, dear reader, is so much worse than I ever imagined.
This isn’t just boring. It’s not just uninspired. It is a full-blown artistic surrender. It’s as if Marvel and Steve Orlando got together and asked, “What’s the absolute least we can do and still call this a comic?” Then they did even less than that.
There is dialogue, but it’s the typical “save the forest and our tribe” BS. As well as the cliched “I’m part of the imperial remnant so I have to be bad” drivel. And it’s Not because it’s bold or experimental or “letting the art speak.” No, it’s because they knew there was literally nothing worth saying. The story is just vague tribal nonsense, weird fever dream hallucinations, and stares from beady-eyed fuzzballs who look like they just walked out of a rejected Sid & Marty Krofft pitch meeting.
The only thing that kept me turning the pages was the vain, desperate hope that it might eventually make sense or—God forbid—connect to the wider Star Warsuniverse in a meaningful way. Nope. Just a dead sprint through a narrative black hole of unearned gravitas and bad artistic choices. It’s like they threw some leftover crayon sketches into a blender and called it a “tone piece.”
This comic feels like a dare. As in, “Let’s see if we can publish literal nonsense and Star Wars fans will still buy it because… Ewoks!” And the worst part is, they’re kind of right. And that’s what makes this so insulting. Because if this is what they think Star Wars fans want—or worse, what they think we’ll accept—it means they think we’re idiots. Like slack-jawed consumers who’ll clap our hands and shout “Yub Nub!” every time we see something vaguely Star Wars-shaped on a cover.
The sheer audacity of putting this out under the Star Wars brand is stunning. Remember when Star Wars comics had lore? Emotion? Actual characters? This isn’t storytelling. It’s licensing. Star Wars fans are often accused of being impossible to please. But honestly, if this is what we’re being handed, then walking away from the canon isn’t gatekeeping—it’s self-care. This book could’ve been a fun, nostalgic, low-stakes read. Instead, it’s a glaring reminder of how far the franchise has drifted into creative mediocrity.
Honestly, this book is the perfect symbol for what’s gone wrong with Star Wars Marvel comics. Bloated with brand recognition, devoid of soul, and confident in the belief that fans will swallow anything as long as it has a Wookieepedia entry.
In conclusion, if you enjoy wasting your time, being mildly insulted, and staring into the abyss of dead-eyed stuffed animals pretending to be warriors of the forest—Ewoks is your book. For everyone else? Don’t walk away. Run!
And the answer, dear reader, is so much worse than I ever imagined.
This isn’t just boring. It’s not just uninspired. It is a full-blown artistic surrender. It’s as if Marvel and Steve Orlando got together and asked, “What’s the absolute least we can do and still call this a comic?” Then they did even less than that.
There is dialogue, but it’s the typical “save the forest and our tribe” BS. As well as the cliched “I’m part of the imperial remnant so I have to be bad” drivel. And it’s Not because it’s bold or experimental or “letting the art speak.” No, it’s because they knew there was literally nothing worth saying. The story is just vague tribal nonsense, weird fever dream hallucinations, and stares from beady-eyed fuzzballs who look like they just walked out of a rejected Sid & Marty Krofft pitch meeting.
The only thing that kept me turning the pages was the vain, desperate hope that it might eventually make sense or—God forbid—connect to the wider Star Warsuniverse in a meaningful way. Nope. Just a dead sprint through a narrative black hole of unearned gravitas and bad artistic choices. It’s like they threw some leftover crayon sketches into a blender and called it a “tone piece.”
This comic feels like a dare. As in, “Let’s see if we can publish literal nonsense and Star Wars fans will still buy it because… Ewoks!” And the worst part is, they’re kind of right. And that’s what makes this so insulting. Because if this is what they think Star Wars fans want—or worse, what they think we’ll accept—it means they think we’re idiots. Like slack-jawed consumers who’ll clap our hands and shout “Yub Nub!” every time we see something vaguely Star Wars-shaped on a cover.
The sheer audacity of putting this out under the Star Wars brand is stunning. Remember when Star Wars comics had lore? Emotion? Actual characters? This isn’t storytelling. It’s licensing. Star Wars fans are often accused of being impossible to please. But honestly, if this is what we’re being handed, then walking away from the canon isn’t gatekeeping—it’s self-care. This book could’ve been a fun, nostalgic, low-stakes read. Instead, it’s a glaring reminder of how far the franchise has drifted into creative mediocrity.
Honestly, this book is the perfect symbol for what’s gone wrong with Star Wars Marvel comics. Bloated with brand recognition, devoid of soul, and confident in the belief that fans will swallow anything as long as it has a Wookieepedia entry.
In conclusion, if you enjoy wasting your time, being mildly insulted, and staring into the abyss of dead-eyed stuffed animals pretending to be warriors of the forest—Ewoks is your book. For everyone else? Don’t walk away. Run!
December 2, 2025
I might be a Star Wars superfan, but I could never work up the courage to watch the 80s Ewoks TV series. So I'm certain that I missed some amazing callbacks in this miniseries. Even if they were amazing, though, there's not much meat on these bones.
Post-ROTJ, an Imperial general and some tagalongs have landed on Endor to find a weapons cache. They take Wicket (Leia's friend from ROTJ) as their guide, only to encounter all kinds of trouble in the forest. It's not just Ewoks on Endor, turns out.
Thoroughly ho-hum plot with not a surprise in sight. My real question: why do 4-LOM and Zuckuss keep showing up in Star Wars comics? Did some editor decide they're the coolest characters, so they need to be included everywhere? It would help their case if the duo ever got anything actually cool to do.
Post-ROTJ, an Imperial general and some tagalongs have landed on Endor to find a weapons cache. They take Wicket (Leia's friend from ROTJ) as their guide, only to encounter all kinds of trouble in the forest. It's not just Ewoks on Endor, turns out.
Thoroughly ho-hum plot with not a surprise in sight. My real question: why do 4-LOM and Zuckuss keep showing up in Star Wars comics? Did some editor decide they're the coolest characters, so they need to be included everywhere? It would help their case if the duo ever got anything actually cool to do.
February 6, 2025
I love the Ewoks so much, they’re so cute and actually being able to know what they’re saying makes them even better. How many sentient species live on Endor?! We briefly see so many of them. This is a solid story set right before the events of The Battle of Jakku that brings in two bounty hunter characters I love, and shows off Endor very well.
July 17, 2025
The expanded world of 'Star Wars' comics weren't in my plan for diving deep into the New Republic era, but Marvel Unlimited are doing four months for $4 a month so... here we are. This short 'Ewoks' comic series takes place slightly after 'Return of the Jedi' and references 'The Princess and the Scoundrel' so it fit perfectly into my timeline.
I enjoyed the art style, it was bright and colourful while also being pretty easy to follow. Sometimes with comics you can get lost on the page, unsure as to which panel or speech bubble is next, but that was never an issue here. The character designs were all slick and I liked the variety of species present, it made each character unique. Even the Ewoks, which do mostly look the same, were easy to tell apart because of their colours and clothing. It made for a pleasant, easy read.
As for the story, I appreciated that it continues showing just how smart and capable the Ewoks are. Some Imperials come back to Endor looking for weapons but the Ewoks manage to chase them off. It wasn't an ambitious story but it didn't have to be. Simply seeing the stunning landscapes of Endor and the cute Ewoks again is all I really wanted, the plot could have been anything. I loved how it brought creatures from the now non-canon 'Ewok Adventure' films into the new canon. The Gorax is an epic monster who deserves more love and attention.
Not sure what I will read next on Marvel Unlimited since I'm trying to stick to my timeline but the options really are limitless, for this franchise and for Marvel as a whole. Read my other 'Star Wars' book reviews here.
I enjoyed the art style, it was bright and colourful while also being pretty easy to follow. Sometimes with comics you can get lost on the page, unsure as to which panel or speech bubble is next, but that was never an issue here. The character designs were all slick and I liked the variety of species present, it made each character unique. Even the Ewoks, which do mostly look the same, were easy to tell apart because of their colours and clothing. It made for a pleasant, easy read.
As for the story, I appreciated that it continues showing just how smart and capable the Ewoks are. Some Imperials come back to Endor looking for weapons but the Ewoks manage to chase them off. It wasn't an ambitious story but it didn't have to be. Simply seeing the stunning landscapes of Endor and the cute Ewoks again is all I really wanted, the plot could have been anything. I loved how it brought creatures from the now non-canon 'Ewok Adventure' films into the new canon. The Gorax is an epic monster who deserves more love and attention.
Not sure what I will read next on Marvel Unlimited since I'm trying to stick to my timeline but the options really are limitless, for this franchise and for Marvel as a whole. Read my other 'Star Wars' book reviews here.
November 20, 2025
Ewoks me trazem uma memória afetiva de quando assistia ao desenho animado deles no Xou da Xuxa ou ao filme Caravana da Coragem na Sessão da Tarde. Essa HQ se passa entre o segundo e o terceiro filme de Star Wars (em ordem de lançamento). Escrita por Steve Orlando e desenhada por Álvaro Lopes e Laura Braga. Depois que os Rebeldes deixaram a Lua dos Ewoks, um general do Império lembra que tem um arsenal guardado neste satélite e contrata um grupo de mercenários para passar por cima de tudo e todos para recuperá-lo. E isso inclui a aldeia dos Ewoks. Lá pelas tantas, Wicket é sequestrado e levado nesta busca, mas os Ewoks não vão deixar isso assim, e mandam uma equipe resgatá-lo. A história é bem ok, os desenhos são bons. A coisa toda não é vexaminosa como outros trabalhos de Orlando, então fez jus à minha memória afetiva dos Ewoks.
July 28, 2025
4 ABY.
In the aftermath of the Battle of Endor, life for the Ewoks of Bright Tree Village is beginning to return to normal. Soon, however, a group of Imperials and mercenaries disturb the peace of the Forest Moon, seeking a hidden cache of Imperial weapons.
I will make no bones about the fact that this is a book explicitly targeted towards people who are already fans of the Ewoks, especially those who've seen and loved the two live-action TV movies and the animated cartoon, both from the 80s.
I will grant that there are many Star Wars fans who don't want to embrace the franchise's more whimsical side and many, often in my age bracket, who viewed the Ewoks as the worst part of 'Return of the Jedi'. If that's you, then just don't bother with this book.
If, however, your love for the killer teddy bears has continued undiminished since the 80s or if you're part of the younger generation who don't put so much of themselves into angst the way many Millennials do, then you may just love this book.
The story here is a pretty simple one of ruthless Imperials/mercs versus honourable warrior tribe but it does have enough complexity behind it to be interesting. For example, we get a bit of the Ewoks' internal politics, especially in regard to those who live on the fringes like Meedro and Asha.
More interesting than that, however, is the dynamic behind the Imperial expedition, with a General who is harbouring a devastating secret, the ever-welcome 4-LOM and Zuckuss, a Scout Trooper who still hasn't recovered from his experiences in the Battle of Endor (makes me think of the meme that features Stormtroopers on Endor and the caption 'When you're in Space Vietnam and the trees start talking in teddy bear') and the team of Koll Orvenk and E-X77, who are no wholly onboard with the Empire's ruthless modus operandi.
On top of just telling a good story, there's lots of in-jokes and references for long-time Ewoks fans and I was surprised to see things like the Duloks, the Yuzzums, the Gorax and Teek (THE Teek!) show up.
My only real criticism is that the book has dropped its original subtitle of 'Caravan of Carnage'.
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In the aftermath of the Battle of Endor, life for the Ewoks of Bright Tree Village is beginning to return to normal. Soon, however, a group of Imperials and mercenaries disturb the peace of the Forest Moon, seeking a hidden cache of Imperial weapons.
I will make no bones about the fact that this is a book explicitly targeted towards people who are already fans of the Ewoks, especially those who've seen and loved the two live-action TV movies and the animated cartoon, both from the 80s.
I will grant that there are many Star Wars fans who don't want to embrace the franchise's more whimsical side and many, often in my age bracket, who viewed the Ewoks as the worst part of 'Return of the Jedi'. If that's you, then just don't bother with this book.
If, however, your love for the killer teddy bears has continued undiminished since the 80s or if you're part of the younger generation who don't put so much of themselves into angst the way many Millennials do, then you may just love this book.
The story here is a pretty simple one of ruthless Imperials/mercs versus honourable warrior tribe but it does have enough complexity behind it to be interesting. For example, we get a bit of the Ewoks' internal politics, especially in regard to those who live on the fringes like Meedro and Asha.
More interesting than that, however, is the dynamic behind the Imperial expedition, with a General who is harbouring a devastating secret, the ever-welcome 4-LOM and Zuckuss, a Scout Trooper who still hasn't recovered from his experiences in the Battle of Endor (makes me think of the meme that features Stormtroopers on Endor and the caption 'When you're in Space Vietnam and the trees start talking in teddy bear') and the team of Koll Orvenk and E-X77, who are no wholly onboard with the Empire's ruthless modus operandi.
On top of just telling a good story, there's lots of in-jokes and references for long-time Ewoks fans and I was surprised to see things like the Duloks, the Yuzzums, the Gorax and Teek (THE Teek!) show up.
My only real criticism is that the book has dropped its original subtitle of 'Caravan of Carnage'.
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October 12, 2025
While I enjoyed the artwork, the tie-ins to other current Star Wars comics, the inclusion of Zuckuss and 4-LOM, and the callbacks to the original Ewok comics from the 80s, this mini-series failed to capture my interest.
I think making a compelling story following Ewoks is already a hard task. There is an oddly staggering amount of Ewok-related material out there. From dozens of comics, to two movies, to tv episodes, to animated shorts, Ewoks possibly have received the most expanded universe focus out of any non-human Star Wars species. This makes no sense to me, and rarely have I fully enjoyed a piece of media with an Ewok at the forefront.
One of the main issues with the mini is the abundance of characters. While I liked some of the new additions, like the Dowutin who carries a droid head, the imperial impersonating and officer, and the scout trooper, the attention to them was split with a plethora of Ewok characters, Bounty Hunters, and other random enemy-of-the-week creatures from issue to issue. I never got a chance to truly focus on one character, which led to a shallowness from the plot and story. With the amount that happened in this series, I feel 6 issues would have been much better, giving more time for the story and the characters to breathe and be fleshed out.
I wouldn't recommend this unless you are a fan of the Ewoks and are seeking some nostalgia for the old 80s comics.
I think making a compelling story following Ewoks is already a hard task. There is an oddly staggering amount of Ewok-related material out there. From dozens of comics, to two movies, to tv episodes, to animated shorts, Ewoks possibly have received the most expanded universe focus out of any non-human Star Wars species. This makes no sense to me, and rarely have I fully enjoyed a piece of media with an Ewok at the forefront.
One of the main issues with the mini is the abundance of characters. While I liked some of the new additions, like the Dowutin who carries a droid head, the imperial impersonating and officer, and the scout trooper, the attention to them was split with a plethora of Ewok characters, Bounty Hunters, and other random enemy-of-the-week creatures from issue to issue. I never got a chance to truly focus on one character, which led to a shallowness from the plot and story. With the amount that happened in this series, I feel 6 issues would have been much better, giving more time for the story and the characters to breathe and be fleshed out.
I wouldn't recommend this unless you are a fan of the Ewoks and are seeking some nostalgia for the old 80s comics.
July 16, 2025
8/10:
This was great! I genuinely wish we had more than these four issues of Ewok-centric storytelling because it’s just so engrossing!
The ability to understand what the species of Endor are saying through the Ewokese translation given to us throughout this comic series, elevates this to crazy heights. We learn about the Ewoks’ perspective on nature and their gods, see that they have a tribal hierarchy, and that they are also not a perfect society. Both of Chief Chirpa’s daughters (Kneesaa a Jari Kintaka and Asha Fahn) have a prominent role in this story as well as outsider Meedro and friend of Princess Leia Organa (and her family): Wicket W. Warwick.
This story has brought together all of the species on Endor and shown that they are working towards a peaceful and prosperous future that respects the home that they love. I love learning more about the Ewoks, and I will gladly take any additional stories that may come out about them!
This was great! I genuinely wish we had more than these four issues of Ewok-centric storytelling because it’s just so engrossing!
The ability to understand what the species of Endor are saying through the Ewokese translation given to us throughout this comic series, elevates this to crazy heights. We learn about the Ewoks’ perspective on nature and their gods, see that they have a tribal hierarchy, and that they are also not a perfect society. Both of Chief Chirpa’s daughters (Kneesaa a Jari Kintaka and Asha Fahn) have a prominent role in this story as well as outsider Meedro and friend of Princess Leia Organa (and her family): Wicket W. Warwick.
This story has brought together all of the species on Endor and shown that they are working towards a peaceful and prosperous future that respects the home that they love. I love learning more about the Ewoks, and I will gladly take any additional stories that may come out about them!
July 30, 2025
I feel like I had my bar very appropriately set for this. As a kid when my family still lived in Stockton, we’d go to Tower Video every week or so to snag rentals and my parents let me pick from a wide array of Disney afternoon collections and other G/PG fare. One that I know I rented 3-4 times were the pair of Ewok movies, Caravan of Courage and The Battle for Endor. I love them and even when I revisited them as an adult, found them to be charming with really fun stop motion and puppeteering effects. I love that this run makes reference galore back to those movies, and some of the other offshoot Ewok content of the intervening years. It’s a simple story, but the art is fine (I like the array of organisms and aliens on display here). The characters are pretty straightforward, so I realize my nostalgia and a low bar are probably boosting my scoring here, but this is just quite charming in a way that didn’t disappoint me.
July 21, 2025
I am certain I'd have given this a full 5-star rating if its subtitle had remained (alas, it's "just" Ewoks, not really any caravan... but there is some carnage in the issues). Plenty of surprises, especially in the 4th issue; wonderful artwork. Maybe adding another story or previous issue (contrast this more serious tone with the Star Comics lightheartedness from the '80s?) instead of just character drawings.
September 30, 2025
What a fun read! Though honestly way more in depth then I thought it would be... those Ewoks have a lot to say. The story is pretty simple: Imperials and bounty hunters come to Endor to reclaim an Imperial weapon cache, but require a guide (give you 3 guesses as to who - Wicket) and have to deal with the wilderness and creatures of Endor.
Overall, a fun and cute read. Recommend.... but only if you love Ewoks.
Overall, a fun and cute read. Recommend.... but only if you love Ewoks.
May 7, 2026
A four-issue series that spotlights the aesthetic appeal of Star Wars’ space Care Bears at the expense of their symbolic weight. At their best, the Ewoks function as an allegory for the many real-world examples of native populations overcoming technologically advanced colonizing powers. They underscore the weakness of fascist self-superiority against the grit of a people defending their homeland. Readers of this run would be forgiven for losing sight of that interpretation.
August 28, 2025
I am a fan of the ewoks. I think they work great in return of the Jedi. this story starts off okay and then gets crazy off the rails, with new monsters coming in out of nowhere adding a layer of confusion to the forest Moon of endor and its ecosystem. the art is strong in places (Braga) and rushed elsewhere.
June 21, 2025
Not essential, but still a fun read. Kind of one gripe, and it's the same question I had when the Ewok films happened in the 80s. Where were all the other large inhabitants of the Forest Moon during the Battle of Endor?
My rating: 3 Stars
My rating: 3 Stars
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August 16, 2025Imperial weapons cache becomes the target of a mercenary band lead by a disgraced officer. Ewoks aren't good with confrontation but their loners get the job done. Lots of fauna on Endor that isn't covered by the movie. The Gorax makes a short appearance.
July 9, 2025
Men i never suspected The Gorax and Yuzzums showing up in this. That was fun. I expected nothing from this story but is was an okay suprise.
July 29, 2025
This was a cute comic with lots of giant creatures, ewoks being fierce, and dirty rotten imperials and mercenaries.
November 22, 2025
Fun read with not a lot of stakes. Best part are the callbacks/characters from the Caravan of Courage movies!
February 1, 2026
Just watch Caravan of Courage and Battle for Endor for your Ewok fix
March 19, 2026
some stuff i dont like but good
May 7, 2026
2,5 - 05.2026
August 29, 2025
4 ABY
This graphic novel collects the four issues of the 2024 Ewoks miniseries into a graphic novel. This story is interesting because it is a blend of new and old. In this short series, the Emperor has been defeated, but Moff Adelhard won't give up. A group consisitng of Empire enthusiasts and bounty hunters are sent to Endor to retrieve the remaining Imperial weapons stored in a local cave. The Ewoks certainly have issues with the trespassers, and Wicket is taken to lead the group to the weapons at risk of his own life as a hostage.
This graphic novel shows some of the aftermath of the war. Just because a leader is killed does not mean the war has ended. It is nice to see some aftermath of what other Imperial leaders are up to. This collection is funny for old-time fans, as it has some of its own new story, such as the Imperials and good old 4-LOM and Zuckuss in their quest to retrieve the Imperial weapons for high pay, but also its pull from other Ewoks sources, such as the live action Caravan of Courage film or the Ewok Adventures animated series. We have the Gorax and the Dulocs incorporated in fun ways, as well as the key features of the individual Ewoks as they appear in the animation. The art is great, though the story is a bit lacking. It's Ewoks, what can you expect, really? I think the most interesting aspect of this graphic novel is Moff Adelhard, who we also get much more of in The Battle of Jakku, a key player in the aftermath of the Empire in it's continued aim to reign, despite the death of its leader.
This graphic novel collects the four issues of the 2024 Ewoks miniseries into a graphic novel. This story is interesting because it is a blend of new and old. In this short series, the Emperor has been defeated, but Moff Adelhard won't give up. A group consisitng of Empire enthusiasts and bounty hunters are sent to Endor to retrieve the remaining Imperial weapons stored in a local cave. The Ewoks certainly have issues with the trespassers, and Wicket is taken to lead the group to the weapons at risk of his own life as a hostage.
This graphic novel shows some of the aftermath of the war. Just because a leader is killed does not mean the war has ended. It is nice to see some aftermath of what other Imperial leaders are up to. This collection is funny for old-time fans, as it has some of its own new story, such as the Imperials and good old 4-LOM and Zuckuss in their quest to retrieve the Imperial weapons for high pay, but also its pull from other Ewoks sources, such as the live action Caravan of Courage film or the Ewok Adventures animated series. We have the Gorax and the Dulocs incorporated in fun ways, as well as the key features of the individual Ewoks as they appear in the animation. The art is great, though the story is a bit lacking. It's Ewoks, what can you expect, really? I think the most interesting aspect of this graphic novel is Moff Adelhard, who we also get much more of in The Battle of Jakku, a key player in the aftermath of the Empire in it's continued aim to reign, despite the death of its leader.
July 11, 2025
This new Ewoks tale reminds one of older tales, both from the show and the Legends comics, and evokes the same fondness. It’s well done in that regard. Not extraordinary, however, and I’m not sure I liked it being so connected to other series/miniseries (especially since some characters were not a joy to see again).
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