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Star Wars: Obi-Wan Kenobi (2022)
Star Wars: Obi-Wan #4
As the sandstorm overtakes his home, Obi-Wan has more time to reflect in - and on - the darkness. He looks back on a time when he and Anakin Skywalker were pulled off the front lines of the Clone Wars to confront a lost soul from Kenobi's wartime past. Can the two Jedi bring a man back from the heart of darkness to which he has fallen?
23 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 31, 2022
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September 13, 2022
Out of the four issues to date, "The Sun Sets and It Rises" is the most thematically and emotionally gripping one. Cantwell's Kenobi and Skywalker are true to character and are portrayed with just the right mix of humor, heroism, and deepth. The themes of war and radicalization are comprehensively addressed within only a few pages, and the creative team behind the comic does an excellent job of translating them to the visual plane. Definitely the standout issue of the series!
August 31, 2022
"Tell me, what use has death for a sunrise?"
Issue 4 of this Obi-Wan miniseries focuses on a top secret mission he and Anakin were sent to during the Clone Wars. The mission was one that tested the two of them and forced them to see, once again, how brutal the war has been and how it has shaped and broken people in irreversible ways.
This issue was sad and tragic, but also it had its beautiful moments. Anakin and Obi-Wan were at this point, as old Obi-Wan remarks, the closest they ever were, and you could see the friendship between them in their bantering, the way they comforted each other during the difficult moments and in how Obi-Wan thinks about Anakin. Him remembering how, when Anakin was a small boy, he hoped against all hope that he would never have to take a life was... Let's just say I was sad. Knowing how Anakin's life ends up being consumed by the Clone Wars and how he then becomes one of the most terrifying monsters of the whole galaxy made those moments in the comic where he talks of how he won't kill an innocent man or give up on someone just because they have lost their way hit super hard. I really enjoyed how Anakin was written in this, even though most of the focus was on Obi-Wan: you could see the contradictions in him, and of course, the tragic irony that surrounded him was wonderfully done.
I also enjoyed how this comic showed just how fucked up the Clone Wars was for people, including and especially those who fought it. Anakin and Obi-Wan's mission surrounds a former soldier who has been "broken" (as Yularen puts it) by the war and has lost their way. The horrors he has witnessed as a soldier have made him lose all his hope and his faith in other people, and he has become convinced death is all there is to life. Seeing his bitterness contrasted with Obi-Wan's persistent hope (that survives even though Obi-Wan has seen an equal amount of horror), was quite moving. Seeing how he still is able to see beauty in the world even at this bleak moment in time made me just love him even more than I already did.
What also was very important to me was that the fact that the comic didn't simply place this disillusioned man in the category of "villain" was also important - the comic is short and it doesn't have that much time to go into all of its themes, but it touched upon the gray areas of war in an interesting way for such a short tale. The whole mission Anakin and Obi-Wan are on itself was also a nice look into how the Republic also isn't always the pure beacon of justice it presents itself to be.
I'm eagerly waiting issue 5! This series has been a blast to read every month.
Issue 4 of this Obi-Wan miniseries focuses on a top secret mission he and Anakin were sent to during the Clone Wars. The mission was one that tested the two of them and forced them to see, once again, how brutal the war has been and how it has shaped and broken people in irreversible ways.
This issue was sad and tragic, but also it had its beautiful moments. Anakin and Obi-Wan were at this point, as old Obi-Wan remarks, the closest they ever were, and you could see the friendship between them in their bantering, the way they comforted each other during the difficult moments and in how Obi-Wan thinks about Anakin. Him remembering how, when Anakin was a small boy, he hoped against all hope that he would never have to take a life was... Let's just say I was sad. Knowing how Anakin's life ends up being consumed by the Clone Wars and how he then becomes one of the most terrifying monsters of the whole galaxy made those moments in the comic where he talks of how he won't kill an innocent man or give up on someone just because they have lost their way hit super hard. I really enjoyed how Anakin was written in this, even though most of the focus was on Obi-Wan: you could see the contradictions in him, and of course, the tragic irony that surrounded him was wonderfully done.
I also enjoyed how this comic showed just how fucked up the Clone Wars was for people, including and especially those who fought it. Anakin and Obi-Wan's mission surrounds a former soldier who has been "broken" (as Yularen puts it) by the war and has lost their way. The horrors he has witnessed as a soldier have made him lose all his hope and his faith in other people, and he has become convinced death is all there is to life. Seeing his bitterness contrasted with Obi-Wan's persistent hope (that survives even though Obi-Wan has seen an equal amount of horror), was quite moving. Seeing how he still is able to see beauty in the world even at this bleak moment in time made me just love him even more than I already did.
What also was very important to me was that the fact that the comic didn't simply place this disillusioned man in the category of "villain" was also important - the comic is short and it doesn't have that much time to go into all of its themes, but it touched upon the gray areas of war in an interesting way for such a short tale. The whole mission Anakin and Obi-Wan are on itself was also a nice look into how the Republic also isn't always the pure beacon of justice it presents itself to be.
I'm eagerly waiting issue 5! This series has been a blast to read every month.
December 6, 2022
The Heart of Darkness
The strongest issue of the entire series. Obi-Wan reflects on one of the most vital aspects of a Jedi's life: Darkness. It's present in their thoughts at everytime - trying to infiltrate but ultimately getting evaded. In the past Anakin and he himself had to fulfill a dangerous and delicate mission: Bring a rogue general of the Battle of Albion Bridge (see Star Wars: Obi-Wan #3) to justice. I really dig the relationship between the two Jedi here - it's marked by humor as usual but also seriousness and thoughts about what it means to be a servant of the Light side. Another highlight was the short but meaningful notch to issue 2 (Star Wars: Obi-Wan #2) which shows Obi-Wan passing his own knowledge on to his padawan. The fitting artwork really supports the atmosphere in this comic. 5/5
June 13, 2023
"I liked it." - 3 out of 5 star rating.
Obi-Wan continues to wait out the sandstorm in his mud hut while journaling and reflecting his younger years.
Normally this would be a hard dislike for me, as it's a story (Star Wars), within a story (Old Man Obi in the Desert journaling), about a story (Memory Lane walks)... but honestly this one was pretty dang good.
Hard Science-Fantasy going down here. We are talking essentially demonic possession, cult action, boat rides down dangerous river canals where natives will pop out of the water or jump out of the wood line at any moment, actual physical swords made of human bone, even shirtless Barbarian types with a thin strap of leather holding their otherwise nude body covered with a tiny bit of clothing to maximize muscle show-off.
Don't take any of that as a neg. Quite the contrary, it was fun and well done for sure.
A very fairly placed 3 star rating for this one.
Sci-fi only folks who despise fantasy may not like this one though - fair warning.
Obi-Wan continues to wait out the sandstorm in his mud hut while journaling and reflecting his younger years.
Normally this would be a hard dislike for me, as it's a story (Star Wars), within a story (Old Man Obi in the Desert journaling), about a story (Memory Lane walks)... but honestly this one was pretty dang good.
Hard Science-Fantasy going down here. We are talking essentially demonic possession, cult action, boat rides down dangerous river canals where natives will pop out of the water or jump out of the wood line at any moment, actual physical swords made of human bone, even shirtless Barbarian types with a thin strap of leather holding their otherwise nude body covered with a tiny bit of clothing to maximize muscle show-off.
Don't take any of that as a neg. Quite the contrary, it was fun and well done for sure.
A very fairly placed 3 star rating for this one.
Sci-fi only folks who despise fantasy may not like this one though - fair warning.
September 27, 2022
This series is very somber and depressing from Obi Wan's vantage point as he reflects on his past life via journal entrees. A very lonely life this Jedi has experienced. I became fond of Commander Mekedrix in the previous issue all to read about his fall in this one. I guess his guards knew better than to try their hand against Obi Wan and "the Chosen One" after Anakin used the force to retrieve his saber. A sad ending but we do know the light shines again once this storm passes.
November 3, 2022
I really enjoyed this story. Its a slower paced one but one with some good themes. Obi and Anakin go to track down a rouge soldier. The dialgoue that takes place is solid. The ending is emotional driven and some of the art is really good. It was nice to see a quiet adventure featuring Obi and Anakin that shows what things were like for them in the past but also gives us a glimpse of what came to be.
November 6, 2025
Darkness of the mind and the body. Death and it's forms.
Obi-Wan Kenobi has always been so philisophical but it might have been all the Jedi. Which makes me ask. What is a Jedi's purpose in war? What is their role? What are they when not at fault?
Like Kenobi I need time to ask and reflect on these questions. And sadly he had a lot
Obi-Wan Kenobi has always been so philisophical but it might have been all the Jedi. Which makes me ask. What is a Jedi's purpose in war? What is their role? What are they when not at fault?
Like Kenobi I need time to ask and reflect on these questions. And sadly he had a lot
April 6, 2026
A sunrise requires three elements:
- The light of a star
- The sky of a world
- Life to observe it
I appreciate how this Obi-Wan comic explores themes of light and his inner turmoil amidst everything. He's frequently commended for never succumbing to the dark side, and this comic reveals the reasons behind that, despite his struggles.
- The light of a star
- The sky of a world
- Life to observe it
I appreciate how this Obi-Wan comic explores themes of light and his inner turmoil amidst everything. He's frequently commended for never succumbing to the dark side, and this comic reveals the reasons behind that, despite his struggles.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 3, 2022
Probably my least favorite of this series so far, but still really good. There’s extremely obvious Apocalypse Now references going on here, which kinda took me out of the story for a bit. But overall still good!
September 11, 2022
Really cool story. A little jarring to see Anakin so empathetic. I recall an episode of clone wars where he seems to laugh off killing someone by saying “What? He was gonna blow up the ship!” Otherwise though, really powerful stuff!
October 6, 2025
This was a good quick read, post-quiz. I really liked seeing this side of ani, before he slowly becomes the antagonist. I love the character buildup and the nudge to the previous novel. Jedis mindset is so funny to hear, because god dont let me agree with the sith..
September 1, 2022
A bit heavy, though I'm not quite sure if it was as effective.
September 4, 2022
Zase příběh, co by měla být epizoda v The Clone Wars
September 6, 2022
Best issue yet i was hooked while i was waiting for my friend to finish in the h&m changing room
February 28, 2023
Heart of Darkness: Star Wars
March 12, 2023
Io morirei per sti due che ve lo dico a fare
August 3, 2023
#4 – The Sun Sets and It Rises – THE STORM HAS COME
October 13, 2025
This one was a dark one. However I loved getting to go back into a flashback and see more Obi-wan and Anakin from Clone wars times.
October 13, 2022
The Star Wars: Obi-Wan series feels like it's been a bit of a mixed bag. There have been some absolutely fantastic moments, but some of the mains stories that Obi-Wan has been writing in his journal feel a bit dull at times if I'm being honest. The story with him and Qui-Gon in the mining complex didn't do much for me, for example.
However, this issue is easily my favourite of the series so far, as we get a dark and interesting Clone Wars era story that sees Obi-Wan and Anakin in a kind of situation we've never really seen before.
The two Jedi are called into a secret mission with Admiral Yularen, who gives them a top secret mission, to track down and eliminate a former ally, who's gone rogue and is performing terrorist attacks. Our to Jedi heroes hate the idea of being sent in as executioners, and this seems to further build towards Anakin's eventual feeling's that the Jedi have become corrupted.
The two of them travel to the planet where their target is located, having taken refuge in an old Sith temple. The two of them make their way down the jungle river, past effigies made from Clone Trooper armour, and come face to face with a man they once fought alongside, who now wears old Clone armour, sits on a throne, and wields a sword made from the bones of Clone Troopers. Despite trying to talk him down Anakin is forced to kill the man in a moment that feels very much like suicide by cop.
This is easily the darkest story in this miniseries so far, and might compete for one of the darkest stories in Star Wars mainly because it's clearly taken its story from Heart of Darkness and Apocalypse Now. This isn't the first time the series has done this, with the old Shatterpoint novel also being loosely based on those stories.
The thing is, it works so well in a universe that seems to be perpetually at war, where regular people are either forced to fight and do terrible things, or live under fascist regimes. Of course some people are going to be pushed too far and will end up becoming monsters.
The artwork on this issue is also phenomenal, and has some truly creepy and unsettling moments scattered throughout. the Clone Trooper effigies look disturbing, the Sith temple looks amazing, and I knew it was Sith before the story told me because of how well designed it is, and the sword made from Clone bones is one of the darkest, and coolest looking weapons in the saga by far.
This is the kind of thing that I wanted from this series, stories that show how Obi-Wan has been challenged and pushed in unexpected ways. He's been through some incredibly dark, and harrowing things, yet never strayed from the light or the path of the Jedi. This story showcases just how much strength that took him at times thanks to the things he's had to deal with, and it really elevates the character.
However, this issue is easily my favourite of the series so far, as we get a dark and interesting Clone Wars era story that sees Obi-Wan and Anakin in a kind of situation we've never really seen before.
The two Jedi are called into a secret mission with Admiral Yularen, who gives them a top secret mission, to track down and eliminate a former ally, who's gone rogue and is performing terrorist attacks. Our to Jedi heroes hate the idea of being sent in as executioners, and this seems to further build towards Anakin's eventual feeling's that the Jedi have become corrupted.
The two of them travel to the planet where their target is located, having taken refuge in an old Sith temple. The two of them make their way down the jungle river, past effigies made from Clone Trooper armour, and come face to face with a man they once fought alongside, who now wears old Clone armour, sits on a throne, and wields a sword made from the bones of Clone Troopers. Despite trying to talk him down Anakin is forced to kill the man in a moment that feels very much like suicide by cop.
This is easily the darkest story in this miniseries so far, and might compete for one of the darkest stories in Star Wars mainly because it's clearly taken its story from Heart of Darkness and Apocalypse Now. This isn't the first time the series has done this, with the old Shatterpoint novel also being loosely based on those stories.
The thing is, it works so well in a universe that seems to be perpetually at war, where regular people are either forced to fight and do terrible things, or live under fascist regimes. Of course some people are going to be pushed too far and will end up becoming monsters.
The artwork on this issue is also phenomenal, and has some truly creepy and unsettling moments scattered throughout. the Clone Trooper effigies look disturbing, the Sith temple looks amazing, and I knew it was Sith before the story told me because of how well designed it is, and the sword made from Clone bones is one of the darkest, and coolest looking weapons in the saga by far.
This is the kind of thing that I wanted from this series, stories that show how Obi-Wan has been challenged and pushed in unexpected ways. He's been through some incredibly dark, and harrowing things, yet never strayed from the light or the path of the Jedi. This story showcases just how much strength that took him at times thanks to the things he's had to deal with, and it really elevates the character.
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