Marvel Comics Launching New Star Wars Chewbacca Series This Fall
Marvel Comics has officially announced a new Star Wars Universe book surrounding the beloved Wookie warrior himself, Chewbacca. The new title launches later this October with Chewbacca Issue No. 1. The new book will consist of the creative team of writer Gerry Duggan and artist Phil Noto.
With the new book, Duggan plans to explore the core of what makes Chewbacca one of the strongest warriors in the Star Wars Universe. Speaking on the subject, Duggan stated: “He’s a hero, plain and simple. He’s a giant-sized underdog. He’s faithful, fierce, and can be playful. At the beginning of the story he’s on a very important mission. One he sets aside to help those in need. By the end of this arc we’ll have met the soul of the Wookiee. We’ll understand what he fears, and we’ll know why he picked up his bowcaster. Yes, this story will be an action-packed thriller, but I think it has a very strong Wookiee heart, too.”
The series will feature the character of Zarro as Chewbacca’s co-star. Zarro’s home comes under attack from the Empire, and this unlikely pair comes together to take on the ruthless forces of Emperor Palpatine. Duggan added: “Zarro’s home is under threat, and when others shrink, she stands tall. At first glance, she sees Chewie as the extra muscle she needs. The brains attached to those muscles will be a surprise for her….and I think how Chewie and Zarro manage to deal with the threat will be a fun surprise for fans. Both Phil and I are so excited to be collaborating on a Star Wars comic. The term ‘dream project’ is probably overused, but there is simply no other way to describe the gig. If fans have half as much fun as we do, then everybody’s in for a fun ride.”
The first issue of the book goes on sale in October. You can check out two pieces of cover artwork for the book (one by Noto and a variant cover by Ariel Olivetti) below: