Good afternoon, everyone,
It's time for me to recap the ninetieth issue of the first Star Wars comic book series. The cover showed Princess Leia Organa split between her diplomatic duties, with Mon Mothma and Admiral Ackbar to her right, and her Rebellion associations with Luke Skywalker and Han Solo on her left, all with the shadow of Darth Vader in the background. The tale was titled "The Choice!" The issue had a publication date of December 1984.
The story started on Endor, as C-3PO and R2-D2 were waiting for the return of several Alliance ships. The first of which contained Leia, Mothma, and other Alliance delegates who had returned from Herdessa shortly after the droids did. Leia was feeling a bit discouraged about that journey (chronicled in issue #88), but perked up once she saw the arrival of Luke's X-Wing, accompanied by another craft.
She ran to catch up with her brother, who had visited a few planets along with the telepathic Hoojib named Plif. The other ship was the Moonshadow. Its crew of Rik Duel, Chihdo, and Dani emerged from it, along with the Iskalonian Kiro (who had been injured in a battle on the planet Shawken). Luke explained that he'd been trying to keep the pirates out of trouble and that Kiro had actually saved them from trouble. He wanted his friend to get the best possible medical care available, even though several Ewoks thought his container was full of something good to eat.
A short while later, Leia and Luke stood together, admiring their surroundings. Leia talked about her dual responsibilities of attending to diplomatic functions and becoming a face of the resistance against the Empire. Luke knew that what happened next would be a test, adding how their father had been much different before turning to the Dark Side of the Force. He hadn't told anyone else about their parentage and was certain that his sister's dilemma would resolve itself in time.
They then went to check on Kiro. The Iskalonian was happy to see his friends and grabbed a breather helmet so that they could communicate. Luke asked if Kiro had felt the danger that he'd saved their party from. It was suggested that Kiro had sensed it through the Force, but Luke was not about to train the lad, much to Kiro's surprise. He then retreated into his aquarium after being denied.
Elsewhere on Endor, a short while later, Ackbar and Mothma conferred with the representatives who had accepted the offer to join the Alliance of Free Planets. Everyone in attendance was welcome to participate, but they assumed that those who did not reply or were not present had given up their voting rights. Luke and Leia were walking around with the droids, while Rik and his crew were involved in a card game with several Rebels on the platform above.
After Rik won the latest round, a Rebel accused him of cheating. Kiro stood up for his friend, as did Chihdo. The accuser blasted the Rodian, who fell from the platform. Luke used the Force to slow his fall and tended to him immediately. As the Rebels sided against the newcomers, Leia, the droids, and several Ewoks prepared. Moments later, they evaded a stray blaster shot.
Luke leaped up to the platform and activated his lightsaber to deflect blaster fire. He then jumped in front of the first gunman to ensure he wouldn't escape. Kiro then spoke up about Luke's bravery and how they all had to be patient with one another and work together. His words were more effective than any other actions taken that day. Afterward, Alliance leadership expressed dissatisfaction with decisions made, and agreed that Han, Leia, Luke, Lando Calrissian, and Chewbacca had lost their rights to assist in governing by their absences.
I felt like the title of this story was a bit misleading. Leia always sided with her friends, and it was rather short-sighted to blame the heroes of the Rebellion for their nonparticipation, especially since some of them were occupied with quelling infighting and others were still offworld. Nevertheless, it was good to see some of the familiar faces reunited, and that Kiro had recovered quickly.
If you've been wondering what Han, Chewie, and Lando have been up to, you'll find out when I discuss the ninety-first issue of this title. We'll see the Wookiee homeworld for the first time, and Chewbacca's reunion with his loved ones. The heroes will also encounter another threat, from someone who will play a significant role in the rest of the series. Until then, have a great week and don't forget to be kind to one another.
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