Star Wars: The High Republic Halloween Comic Extravaganza # 1 2021 NM-

Star Wars: The High Republic Halloween Comic Extravaganza #1 is a special reprint of the first issue of the Marvel series, released on October 27, 2021. This promotional issue was part of Marvel's "Halloween Comic Book Extravaganza" event, designed to introduce new readers to the High Republic era. 

Story and Setting

As a reprint of the original first issue, the comic features the story "There Is No Fear". 

• The Era: Set 200 years before The Phantom Menace, it depicts the Jedi and the Republic at their peak.
• The Plot: Padawan Keeve Trennis faces her final Jedi trials on the frontier just as the galaxy prepares for the dedication of the Starlight Beacon. She must choose between completing her trial or rescuing innocent people from a looming disaster.
• Villains: The issue introduces the Nihil, a group of Outer Rim marauders who serve as the primary antagonists of the era. 

Notable Features and Characters

This specific Halloween edition is distinguished by its unique branding and key appearances:

• Cover Art: Features a cover by Phil Noto with prominent "Halloween Comic Book Extravaganza" trade dress.
• Major Debuts: Includes the first full appearances of several major characters, including Keeve Trennis, Jedi Master Sskeer, Stellan Gios, and the leader of the Nihil.
• Creative Team: Written by Cavan Scott with internal art by Ario Anindito.