This issue will make you start to believe the deadliest weapon in the world is a Stormtrooper and his rifle. This issue is filled with action, interesting story elements, and most importantly a brand new point of view that'll make you question who the good guys are. Read Full Review

Once again, Aaron has worked within the cracks and creases of this long adored universe to give us something fresh that I can imagine will be built upon for years to come. Read Full Review

A very enjoyable tale told from the villains' point of view. More of these stories, from characters of higher rank than stormtrooper, would be more than welcome. I just wish there were some sounds! Read Full Review

Molina immediately settles in with the Star Wars universe, offering a gritty, violent portrayal of elite soldiers waging war on guerrilla fighters. Read Full Review

Star Wars has so many routes that it can go that I'm glad to see a story like this as it brings in something that feels new and engaging. Kreel and his team are solidly fun and enjoyable to watch and if you weren't already exposed to the films and the mythos you would otherwise see his team as largely being on the side of right. Jason Aaron nails the voice for Kreel and the others quite well and Jorge Molina and Matt Milla definitely make for a great pair with the artwork and design, especially in the hues of red to give this world its own particular style. I'm definitely excited to see more of this team as it helps to shift the balance just a bit in the capability of the Empire and why there are many that will align with them because of the (selfish) good that they did for others over the course of its existence. Read Full Review

The issue itself doesnt offer an especially memorable plot. However, Star Wars #21 is much more of a character study than a plot-based story. It is very effective. Its hard to sympathize with Kreel but you can understand why given his background he would want to serve the Empire. Aaron, fresh off winning his own Eisner last week for Best Writer, gives an excellent demonstration of his skills in this issue. Aaron has explored a mix of fan service action moments and unexpected side stories in this series. Star Wars #21 is probably one of the more interesting issues in the series so far because of the issues it tackles. Read Full Review

This issue was a welcomed change of pace from the previous 20 issues of tales from the cast of A New Hope, at least on the side of the Rebellion. It was about time that there was a story featuring members of the Empire. Historically, stormtroopers have been viewed as a joke due to their poor marksmanship. Writer, Jason Aaron is able to present this group by challenging that stereotype with terrifying and exciting detail. I haven't had this much fun since Chewbacca went one on one with the bounty hunter, Dengar. This issue has the look of the Empire's version of Delta Force sweeping through an area and unleashing hell in the form of death and carnage. It is a great compliment to the art team that this issue really captures the feel of a swift military operation. Being a veteran myself, I was able to appreciate the speed in which these representatives of the Empire moved. To think this is only the first part in a new story arc has me already anticipating the next issue. Read Full Review

Star Wars #21 gets “The Last Flight of the Harbinger” of to a solid start, as despite not being quite what I expected, it was an interesting read nonetheless. Add to this the mysterious elements and the fact we have a Stormtrooper wielding a lightsaber and I'm sure this story is only going to get better over time. Read Full Review

This isn't an issue that's a revelation nor is it the strongest entry in Aaron's consistently excellent run on Star Wars but it certainly does a solid job telling a story outside of the main cast and the actions of the rebellion. It's just good to see a Star Wars comic start shading in its far off galaxy. Read Full Review

Certainly a big perspective shift given the focus of the series first twenty issues, Star Wars #21 offers a different kind of Star Wars story beginning here with the first issue of the new three-part arc. Worth a look. Read Full Review

I loved the clone troopers but never really got excited about stormtroopers because they seem to always be portrayed as useless. This issue begins to make things right, by giving me the badass stormtroopers I've always wanted! Molina's artwork of the troopers is perfect, and now I cant wait to see this squad catch up with the heroes!

Fantastic

The Star Wars title has continues to provide just the right amount of classic and new. This issue follows an interesting group of Stormtroopers and it is consistently interesting with a villain that will probably be one of the best in the comic so far. The reveal of Sgt. Kreel is one of the coolest we've seen.

Great job taking a calculated risk. Characters are interesting and different.

New characters. Pointless.

Writing-C+(54%)
Art-D+(36%)
Plot-B-(64%)
Verdict-C+(51%)