Marvel Announces Star Wars: Shadow of Maul Prequel Comic

Marvel's New Star Wars Comic

Marvel Comics has announced an exciting addition to the Star Wars universe with Star Wars: Shadow of Maul, a prequel to the upcoming animated series Maul – Shadow Lord on Disney+. This comic is set to hit stores in March 2026.

Background on the Series

The animated series Maul – Shadow Lord is designed to take place after the final events of Star Wars: The Clone Wars, providing fans with new insights into one of the galaxy's most infamous villains.

The Comic's Details

Star Wars: Shadow of Maul will be a five-issue series penned by the talented Benjamin Percy, known for his story in Star Wars: Darth Maul – Black, White & Red. The artwork will be brought to life by Madibek Musabekov, recognized for his recent work on Star Wars: Jedi Knights.

This prequel comic will set the stage for Maul – Shadow Lord, focusing on Maul's ambitious plans to revive his crime syndicate on Janix, a planet outside the Empire's control.

Setting and Characters

Readers should prepare for the neon-lit environment of Janix, where lawlessness prevails and crime bosses plot their moves. The narrative will introduce new characters, including Captain Brander Lawson and his droid partner Two Boots, as they uncover the nefarious activities in their city.

Remarks from the Creator

Percy expressed his enthusiasm, stating, "This is a sci-fi story, but it's also a crime story, exploring the dark corners of the Star Wars universe. Collaborating closely with Lucasfilm has been invaluable."

Star Wars: Shadow of Maul #1 will be available on March 4, 2026.

Source: ComicBookMovie