WARNING! This article contains spoilers forStar Wars: Legacy of Vader#6
Kylo Ren, haunted by his family’s shadow, continues his relentless quest to forge his own path as self-proclaimed Supreme Leader of the First Order. This crusade has led him to some of the most iconic planets in theStar Warsgalaxy; places deeply connected to his lineage. His journey is a violent rejection of the past, echoing his desire to destroy all that ties him to the Skywalker legacy.
The preview forStar Wars: Legacy of Vader#6, written by Charles Soule with art by Luke Ross, shows the latest target forKylo Ren’s destructive ambition: Corellia. This issue prepares to continue the saga of Kylo’s tumultuous rise to power as he grapples with his identity as a Skywalker and Solo.
His previous stops,Tatooine and Naboo, were significant given their ties to his grandfather, Darth Vader, and grandmother, Padmé Amidala.Corellia, however, has an even closer familial connection.
Kylo Ren’s Path of Destruction Continues
Star Wars: Legacy of Vader, Written By Charles Soule With Art By Luke Ross
Kylo Ren’s decision to target Corellia aligns with his pattern of attacking locations steeped in his family’s history. InStar Wars: Legacy of Vader#5,Corellia was mentioned as a possible replacement for Starkiller Base, highlighting its strategic importance. However, the planet has been in a state of disrepair since the events ofSolo: A Star Wars Story, making it a less desirable target as opposed to a planet like Naboo. This vulnerability could beone of the reasons why Kylo chose it, seeking an easier path to demonstrate his power and solidify his control.
The comic preview shows Kylo Ren leading First Order fighters, asserting his command as Supreme Leader.He defies conventional battle plans,opting for a direct assault on the defense command headquarters, the most heavily defended spot on the planet. This impulsive and aggressive tactic demonstrates his volatile leadership style and desperate need to prove himself, which is a recurring theme of the series.
His actions,while seemingly aimed at “killing the past,“ironically lay the groundwork for future resistance against the First Order. Historically, Corellia was in open rebellion against the First Order after the Battle of Exegol, which suggests that Kylo’s destructive visit before that decisive battle might inadvertently galvanize the populace against his regime. He is unknowingly sowing the seeds of rebellion on the very planets he seeks to dominate.
Corellia Represents Way More Than A Strategic Target
Han Solo’s Homeworld Is The Ultimate Symbol Of That Which Kylo Ren Wants To Destroy
Kylo’s swift departure from Corellia might indicate that his attack, while impactful, isn’t necessarily a true military campaign. His objective,as it has been on Tatooine and Naboo, isn’t total subjugationbut rather a symbolic act of defiance against his familial ties.Each planet he visits becomes a canvas for his internal struggle, a violent expression of his desire to eradicate any lingering influence of his past.
By attacking Corellia, Kylo Ren is attempting to sever another tie to his father, a man he tragically murdered in his pursuit of the dark side.
Corellia’s significance to Kylo Ren’s past can not be understated, extending beyond just a potential First Order base.It is the homeworld of Han Solo, Kylo Ren’s father.This connection makesCorellia a deeply personal target for Kylo, another monument to his family’s legacy that he feels compelled to destroy. His campaign is less about strategic conquest and more about a psychological war against his own heritage.
By attacking Corellia, Kylo Ren is attempting to sever another tie to his father, a man he tragically murdered in his pursuit of the dark side.This act on Corellia is a symbolic parricide, a desperate attempt to erase the parts of himself that are Ben Solo and fully embraceKylo Ren. However, the legacy of his family, particularly his father, proves to be an unyielding presence, even in destruction.
Star Wars: Legacy of Vader#6 will be available on July 9.
