Warning! This post contains SPOILERS for Jedi Knights #4Marvel’s newStar Warsseries is the perfect blueprint for future shows, and I think Lucasfilm needs to revisitTales of the Jedi. Originally, I was excited to see that Lucasfilm was focusing on different characters beyond the Jedi with future"Tales of…“series likeTales of the Empireand the recentTales of the Underworld. However, I gotta admit that Marvel’s newJedi Knightsseries has made me rethink my stance.
The first issue of Marvel’s ongoingJedi Knightsseries was published in early 2025, and the fourth issue was just released. Coming from writer Mark Guggenheim and artist Madibek Musabekov,Jedi Knightstakes place in the years beforeThe Phantom Menace,when Obi-Wan Kenobi was still Qui-Gon Jinn’s apprentice.That said,Jedi Knighthas been focused on multiple members of the Jedi Order, featuring unique pairings that have reinvigorated my interest in another season ofTales of the Jedi.
Tales of the Jedi Was A Perfect Animated Star Wars Series
(But It Wasn’t Enough)
Lucasfilm’s first “Tales of…“series, 2022’sTales of the Jediconsisted of 6 episodes. The first three were focused on Dooku when he was still a Jedi Knight but culminated in his full turn to the dark side during the events ofThe Phantom Menaceitself. Likewise, the back three episodes were all about Ahsoka, revealing her birth and the discovery of her Force sensitivity, her unique training with Anakin Skywalker that aided inAhsoka’s Order 66 survival, as well as her battle with an Imperial Inquisitor during the Dark Times.
WhileTales of the Jediwas a very successful release for Lucasfilm Animation, the studio pivoted toTales of the Empirein 2024 and2025’sTales of the Underworld. Similarly featuring new stories that had never been seen on-screen before, I was excited to see characters like Barriss Offee, Morgan Elsbeth, Asajj Ventress, and Cad Bane get some prominent spotlights.However,Jedi Knightshas made it abundantly clear that Lucasfilm should consider a return toTales of the Jedi.
Marvel’s Jedi Knights Proves Lucasfilm Needs More Early Jedi Order Stories
Jedi Knights #4 Is A Prime Example
Across the board,Jedi Knightshas been a very fun ride thus far.Each issue features unique pairings of Jedi Knights and even new faces among the Jedi Order who’ve never been seen before. While most of the issues have been largely isolated adventures, there is an intriguing mystery running throughout with an assassin in the shadows seeking to kill Qui-Gon Jinn.
The brand-newJedi Knights #4is a perfect example. When a thief steals money from a senator that secretly belonged to Jabba the Hutt, a major conspiracy unfolds involving some familiar bounty-hunting faces, including Zam Wessell, Aurra Sing, and even Jango Fett. However, Jedi Masters Qui-Gon Jinn and Shaak Ti are brought into the multi-layered con as well, all while Jinn is being stalked by this mysterious assassin.
Will We Ever Get A Tales of the Jedi Season 2?
It’s Certainly Possible…
While all the canonicalStar Warscomics have been fun and do have value, it’s no secret thatStar Warsmedia on-screen will always reach more fans.Because of this, I would love it ifJedi Knightsbecame the quasi-blueprint that convinces Lucasfilm to produce more seasons ofTales of the Jedi.I could easily seeTales of Rebellion,Droids,orSithhappening first. That said, my fingers are definitely crossed for the future for a potentialTales of the Jediseason 2.
Star Wars: Jedi Knights #4is on sale now from Marvel Comics.
