An exploration of this period of Han's life is one that I do want because there's potential for some interesting things when it comes to his time in the Academy. Both as a character and to explore what the Imperial Academy itself is like. That's not what this series will be. What we get here is something a little simpler, leaning more toward the comedy, and going through things at a pretty good clip that keeps it from feeling like it has any meat to it. It's not bad as there's fun to be had here and seeing the strange path his life takes has its moments. Thompson's script captures the character as presented in the film well along with his age and Kirk's artwork and layouts keeps it all moving along well and with some fun moments throughout that land nicely. Read Full Review

HAN SOLO IMPERIAL CADET #1 has the potential to be a great addition to the Star Wars universe of stories, but it has to tread lightly and watch out for the pitfall of trying to cram too much into the given space. That said, I look forward to the next issue. Read Full Review

This issue wasn't necessarily bad, per se, but felt wholly irrelevant and made it difficult for us to get invested in a journey that will likely turn out OK for the main character. Read Full Review

In my review for Solo - A Star Wars Story #1, I said that it felt that comic was nearly just an advertisement for the Imperial Cadet series. It seems it was the kind of advertisement that gives away the whole plot and all the biggest moments. I’m still optimistic for this series, and future issues should be able to move out from under the shadow of the movie and it’s comic adaptation (which is already beyond Han’s academy days by the end of the first issue). I just hope Imperial Cadet learns faster than its namesake. Read Full Review

Star Wars: Han Solo- Imperial Cadet does nothing to deepen the lore of Han Solo nor add to the Star Wars canon. It is ultimately a waste of time, even for the most die-hard fans. Read Full Review