In 2014,Star Warsmore or less broke the internet with the epic reveal ofKylo Ren’s crackling crossguard lightsaber. Now, the Skywalker family’s not-quite-a-Sith has done it again, quietly introducing the franchise’s coolest new weapon, fashioned out of one of its most iconic predators.
Kylo Ren Is Wielding Twin Krayt Dragon Daggers
After Killing the Tatooine Beast, Ben Solo Weaponizes Its Remains
InStar Wars: Legacy of Vader #3- by Charles Soule, Luke Ross, Nolan Woodard and Joe Caramagna - Kylo Ren isimprisoned by Gardulla the Hutt, tortured with visions of a disdainful Darth Vader. Kylo uses the Force to escape but is left wandering the dunes of Tatooine, even coming across a deadly Krayt Dragon. Not only does Kylo Ren slay the beast, buthe turns its hide into a protective poncho and its teeth into dual daggersthat he uses to fight his way across the desert.
Taking place betweenThe Last JediandRise of Skywalker,Legacy of Vaderfollows Kylo Ren’s attempts to sever the final links to his past,recreating Darth Vader’s rise to powerthrough the Dark Side. Kylo Ren is accompanied by Vader’s old attendant Vaneé, who is guiding him through the major locations and events of Vader’s life. It’s ajourney that will make Kylo Ren stronger than ever before, but one in which his life is constantly on the line.
10 Years Later, Kylo Ren Still Has Star Wars' Most Badass Weapons
The Crossguard Lightsaber Was Just the Beginning
Kylo Ren’s new daggers are the ultimate symbol of his journey, showing how he is attempting to conquer Tatooine. Withcurved hilts reminiscent of Count Dooku’s lightsaber, each of the blades are teeth claimed from the Krayt Dragon that tried to make Kylo Ren its prey. Ren is shown leaping through the air, ready to bring the blades down, showing how he adapted to (and overcame) Tatooine’s deadly challenges.
While Krayt Dragons have long been part ofStar Warslore, their fame increased thanks toThe Mandalorianseason 2, when Din Djarin went up against the legendary beast. The deadliest predators on Tatooine,Krayt Dragons are towering killerswho spray flesh-melting acid and produce valuable pearls. As Supreme Leader of the First Order, Kylo Ren doesn’t have much use for the more valuable spoils Krayt Dragons produce, but he’s more than happy to take the raw materials of their bodies to become a desert warrior.
Kylo Ren’s journey is all about surpassing Darth Vader, and he started off underestimating the dangers that Tatooine offers.But after being tortured by a Hutt and slaying a Krayt Dragon, Kylo Ren finally has some respect for his grandfather’s home.However you feel about Leia and Han’s son, the character has a history of introducing truly formidable new weapons toStar Warslore -Kylo Ren’s Krayt Dragon daggers prove that reputation is still alive and well.
Star Wars: Legacy of Vader #3is available now from Marvel Comics.
Star Wars
Star Wars is a multimedia franchise that started in 1977 by creator George Lucas. After the release of Star Wars: Episode IV- A New Hope (originally just titled Star Wars), the franchise quickly exploded, spawning multiple sequels, prequels, TV shows, video games, comics, and much more. After Disney acquired the rights to the franchise, they quickly expanded the universe on Disney+, starting with The Mandalorian.
Ben Solo/Kylo Ren
The son of Han Solo and Leia Organa, Ben was manipulated by Palpatine through the Force for most of his life, influenced toward the dark side of the Force. A misstep by Luke Skywalker ultimately left Ben feeling he had no choice but to embrace the dark side, and he became Kylo Ren, a key figure in the First Order. Kylo Ren’s heart remained deeply divided, however, even after he ascended to become Supreme Leader of the First Order. He was ultimately redeemed by Rey, with whom he shared a remarkable Force bond, and by the love of his parents.
