Also back from last issue, ARC trooper Alpha and Senator Organa. It's a bit hard to believe that they would all put their lives in Anakin's hands when they ask him to bring the starship out of hyperspace close to a planet. They are risking quite a lot. In fact, if they ship would be destroyed, except for Yoda all Jedi would be virtually wiped out. In fact, Anakin even comments "There aren't any Jedi left on Coruscant." But the ship wasn't destroyed, and that's what really counts, right?

Another thing that is kind of hard to believe is how casual Mace is when he comments on having his only means of escape a Separatist-occupied world crash landed. Is he so confident in the Jedi's abilities? They don't have time to do much exploring before the come across the droid army and Grievous, who promptly kills Bayts. During the fight, Obi-Wan finally comes across... Ventress. So she is still alive. Who knew? I seriously can't wait for the final part of the story.

Revenge of the Sith preview: Although this is not his first appearance in comics, General Grievous is a character from the movie. Also, Saesee Tiin's right horn is grown back in time for his movie appearance.

THE ART

Lots of characters = lots of disappointing depictions by Brian Ching. Although the clone troopers' look amazing in their armor for some reason, most of the other character look very awkward, especially Grievous. You can judge by the cover. Also, on the last page Obi-Wan looks really old and cross-eyed. I just realized, I think Ching has a problem with eyes. I think his art would be a lot better if he had someone else do the inking. He is by no means untalented. His art is very good but needs some improvements in some places.

CONCLUSIONS

This issue offers a clue to the conclusion of the series. Not to be missed.

Rating: 7.5 / 10 Recommended