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Star Wars: Obi-Wan Kenobi (2022)
Star Wars: Obi-Wan #5
Obi-Wan has closed his journals for now and looks ahead as night falls and the sandstorm that has sequestered him begins to clear. He discovers something unexpected in the hazards of the Jundland Wastes…a squad of ambushed stormtroopers left to die. One still has a fighting chance…and Obi-Wan may very well risk everything to save a single injured imperial stormtrooper that can’t help but remind Kenobi of the clones he served with so long ago.
22 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 14, 2022
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September 26, 2022
With the chapter "Ben", the comic series Obi-Wan comes to its conclusion- but unfortunately, it isn't much of a grand one. The structurally interesting series has been following an exciting concept for five months - but was only moderately convincing due to the lack of connections and too detached story snippets with barely interesting side characters. These are also the main problems of this tedious issue, which follows the definite series highlight of last month. Overall, the series is worthwhile for Obi-Wan fans and accurately portrays its protagonist while it touches on promising conflicts. Readers who enjoy beautiful prose will get their money's worth in Obi-Wan's diary entries, but those hoping for a story with greater scope will have a better time reading novels such as Brotherhood and Padawan.
September 27, 2022
There was really nothing that this series added to the mythos of Obi Wan or the Star Wars legend. We get to see an older Obi Wan reminiscing on his past via journal entrees. Some poignant moments dealing with war and the ending with this last issue in which he helps an ambushed Stormtrooper back to health. Nothing really worth remembering to me but still a good read for completists and SW enthusiasts.
February 15, 2023
I don't have any words for this...
September 15, 2022
"For none of us is alone. Even in our darkest hour."
Issue 5 follows old hermit Obi-Wan who ventures out into the desert after a brutal sandstorm and runs into a wounded imperial soldier.
This series has been a delight and his issue was a wonderful finale. It has been so cool seeing all these little stories about Obi-Wan throughout his life from his childhood to his exile on Tatooine, and I like how each issue has highlighted different aspects of him while also showing us the core of his character, which is, at least in my opinion, his battle tested, enduring ability to hope in the Force, the galaxy and in individuals, even those who, on the outside, seem beyond help or hope.
I also loved how this issue showed what, to Obi-Wan, is the core of being a Jedi. It's not fighting battles or having a lightsaber or being able to move things with your mind: it's compassion, it's helping, it's kindness. The way he acted with the imperial soldier he finds made me quite emotional, as did his understanding that while imperial troopers are responsible for their actions, he also knows that many people serving the government have been manipulated, brainwashed and are, in many ways, abused by the powers they serve.
I didn't think much of this series when it was announced, but boy was I wrong to ever question what more there could be to tell of Obi-Wan's life, as we have had so many stories with him over the years. And while this series didn't have any major revelations about him and nor did it shape the way I see him on the whole, I think the stories Cantwell told had real meat and substance to them. The stories really did explore the depth of his character, and I am so happy I decided to read this series.
I highly recommend this series for all fans of Obi-Wan Kenobi and also for people who want more stories set in the prequel era. All issues except the last one take place during that era - two of them even take place before the Phantom Menace, which is not something we have seen that much yet!
Issue 5 follows old hermit Obi-Wan who ventures out into the desert after a brutal sandstorm and runs into a wounded imperial soldier.
This series has been a delight and his issue was a wonderful finale. It has been so cool seeing all these little stories about Obi-Wan throughout his life from his childhood to his exile on Tatooine, and I like how each issue has highlighted different aspects of him while also showing us the core of his character, which is, at least in my opinion, his battle tested, enduring ability to hope in the Force, the galaxy and in individuals, even those who, on the outside, seem beyond help or hope.
I also loved how this issue showed what, to Obi-Wan, is the core of being a Jedi. It's not fighting battles or having a lightsaber or being able to move things with your mind: it's compassion, it's helping, it's kindness. The way he acted with the imperial soldier he finds made me quite emotional, as did his understanding that while imperial troopers are responsible for their actions, he also knows that many people serving the government have been manipulated, brainwashed and are, in many ways, abused by the powers they serve.
I didn't think much of this series when it was announced, but boy was I wrong to ever question what more there could be to tell of Obi-Wan's life, as we have had so many stories with him over the years. And while this series didn't have any major revelations about him and nor did it shape the way I see him on the whole, I think the stories Cantwell told had real meat and substance to them. The stories really did explore the depth of his character, and I am so happy I decided to read this series.
I highly recommend this series for all fans of Obi-Wan Kenobi and also for people who want more stories set in the prequel era. All issues except the last one take place during that era - two of them even take place before the Phantom Menace, which is not something we have seen that much yet!
December 7, 2022
For Light and Life
The storm has settled and Ben is inspecting the path of destruction when his eyes catch a Stormtrooper in grave danger. For a Jedi every life counts. A nice little addition to Ben's life on Tattooine, showing that even an enemy can be befriended by kindness. That's it. It's something to pick up for a short read. 3/5
June 14, 2023
"I liked it!" - 3.5 star rating, with a round down to a 3.
This is a great final issue for this old man Obi-Wan comic that is mostly about Obi sitting in his mud hut writing in his journal whilst reflecting upon his younger years in The Clone Wars and other random endeavors he embarked upon.
When it comes to flashback chains, this is definitely one of the better ones.
This is a great final issue for this old man Obi-Wan comic that is mostly about Obi sitting in his mud hut writing in his journal whilst reflecting upon his younger years in The Clone Wars and other random endeavors he embarked upon.
When it comes to flashback chains, this is definitely one of the better ones.
September 15, 2022
I rolled my eyes when they did a repeat of the stormtrooper naming scheme. Regardless, it was nice seeing Ben help a stormtrooper. And I guess this issue explains why he no longer has his Eopie in A New Hope, though I personally was never wondering about this.
November 3, 2022
I liked the idea for this story but it felt rushed. There wasn't any meaningful interactions in this story. I would have liked there to be more dialogue between Ben and the rescued Storm Trooper. The art was ok but not great.
August 3, 2023
#5 – Ben – The storm has PASSED.
I love the premise of this. Cool to see illustrations of the elderly Ben as he awaits an inevitable sand storm in the remote deserts of Tatooine, using the moment to reflect on his life
I love the premise of this. Cool to see illustrations of the elderly Ben as he awaits an inevitable sand storm in the remote deserts of Tatooine, using the moment to reflect on his life
January 3, 2023
3.5 - 3.75 stars
November 6, 2025
Just Incredible
April 6, 2026
A conclusion to the Obi-Wan comic series that explores themes of isolation, healing, acceptance, and personal growth. I will say it added nothing to the character we have come to know of “Ben.”
October 22, 2022
Over the course of this five issue series we've been getting snapshots into different periods of Obi-Wan's life, seeing him at his best, exemplifying the qualities that make him a good person, and a good Jedi. And in this issue we see him in his final days as he continues to try and do some good in the galaxy.
Taking place in the present for the first time, now that the sandstorm has passed, there are no flashbacks this issue. Instead we get to spend some time with Old Ben. Following the sandstorm, Obi-Wan discovers that parts of his home were damaged, and sets out to trade with the Jawas for replacement parts.
At the same time, the Imperial garrison have discovered that Tusken Raiders broke in during the storm and stole some supplies. A group of Stormtroopers are sent out to get them back, leading the Imperials into a deadly ambush with the Tuskens that results in all but one of them dead. Obi-Wan finds the remains, scavenges some pieces, and decides to help the wounded Imperial, even if it means exposing what he is.
This issue showcases the kindness and decency of Obi-Wan. He's in a situation where he cannot afford to be found, where his mission to protect Luke is the most important thing to him; yet he's willing to put that in danger in order to help a wounded man who'd die if he didn't.
I'm sure most people would say it's a foolish risk, that he could have just walked away and left him and it would have been the right thing; but Obi-Wan has learnt throughout his life, and the stories he's told us here, that sometimes taking the risk to do the right thing is the better move, because it makes the galaxy a better place.
This, to me, is the good side to the Jedi, the thing that they perhaps began to loose by the time we met them during the prequel era. They're people that are willing to put themselves at risk, they're the kind of people who will lower their weapon and help someone who is very likely their enemy, because its the right thing to do. We see this reflected across Star Wars, situations where the smart move is to kill someone, to eliminate the threat, but instead they show some kindness, and eventually it changes that person, makes them see that they're on the wrong side, and that they can bring some goodness into the galaxy. It's how the Rebel Alliance had so many Imperial defectors.
Obi-Wan is a decent person, one of the best the Jedi ever had, and this issue shows why. But it also acts as the perfect conclusion to the series. We've seen him learning hard lessons, being put in dangerous situations, and now, when there's no danger to him, when he could easily walk away and nothing bad would happen to him, he makes the choice he does because of that past, because of those hard taught lessons.
This series definitely had some ups and downs, but between this and issue four, the series absolutely ends on a high note.
Taking place in the present for the first time, now that the sandstorm has passed, there are no flashbacks this issue. Instead we get to spend some time with Old Ben. Following the sandstorm, Obi-Wan discovers that parts of his home were damaged, and sets out to trade with the Jawas for replacement parts.
At the same time, the Imperial garrison have discovered that Tusken Raiders broke in during the storm and stole some supplies. A group of Stormtroopers are sent out to get them back, leading the Imperials into a deadly ambush with the Tuskens that results in all but one of them dead. Obi-Wan finds the remains, scavenges some pieces, and decides to help the wounded Imperial, even if it means exposing what he is.
This issue showcases the kindness and decency of Obi-Wan. He's in a situation where he cannot afford to be found, where his mission to protect Luke is the most important thing to him; yet he's willing to put that in danger in order to help a wounded man who'd die if he didn't.
I'm sure most people would say it's a foolish risk, that he could have just walked away and left him and it would have been the right thing; but Obi-Wan has learnt throughout his life, and the stories he's told us here, that sometimes taking the risk to do the right thing is the better move, because it makes the galaxy a better place.
This, to me, is the good side to the Jedi, the thing that they perhaps began to loose by the time we met them during the prequel era. They're people that are willing to put themselves at risk, they're the kind of people who will lower their weapon and help someone who is very likely their enemy, because its the right thing to do. We see this reflected across Star Wars, situations where the smart move is to kill someone, to eliminate the threat, but instead they show some kindness, and eventually it changes that person, makes them see that they're on the wrong side, and that they can bring some goodness into the galaxy. It's how the Rebel Alliance had so many Imperial defectors.
Obi-Wan is a decent person, one of the best the Jedi ever had, and this issue shows why. But it also acts as the perfect conclusion to the series. We've seen him learning hard lessons, being put in dangerous situations, and now, when there's no danger to him, when he could easily walk away and nothing bad would happen to him, he makes the choice he does because of that past, because of those hard taught lessons.
This series definitely had some ups and downs, but between this and issue four, the series absolutely ends on a high note.
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