Doctor Aphra
Creation & Design
Doctor Aphra was created by writer Kieron Gillen and artist Salvador Larroca for the Star Wars comic series, first appearing in 2015. She was designed to be a morally ambiguous character, contrasting with traditional heroes.Early Years
Aphra's early years are shrouded in mystery, but she is known to have worked with Darth Vader, utilizing her skills in archaeology to assist him in his quests.Character Development
Throughout her appearances, Doctor Aphra evolves from a mere side character to a complex protagonist, showcasing her intelligence, resourcefulness, and moral ambiguity. Her relationships with other characters, including her droids and former allies, add depth to her character.Cultural Reception
Doctor Aphra has been well-received by fans and critics alike, praised for her depth and complexity as a character in the Star Wars universe.Character Details
Real Name:
Chelli Lona Aphra
Aliases:
Archaeologist, Rogue
Species:
Human
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
Rebel Alliance, Darth Vader, Rogue Archaeologist
Abilities:
Expert archaeologist, Skilled pilot, Combat proficiency
Equipment:
Blaster, Droid companions, Archaeological tools
Weight:
100lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
black
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Star Wars: Darth Vader #2
Marvel
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2015
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Vol. 1
First mention of Doctor Aphra
Advertisement for Darth Vader #3, the issue that introduces Doctor Aphra and features her on the cover
📖 Reading Order: read Darth Vader #2 - #4, then Star Wars #5 (2015 series)
First mention of Doctor Aphra
Advertisement for Darth Vader #3, the issue that introduces Doctor Aphra and features her on the cover
📖 Reading Order: read Darth Vader #2 - #4, then Star Wars #5 (2015 series)
Star Wars: Darth Vader #3
Marvel
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2015
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of Doctor Aphra
1st appearance of 0-0-0 aka Triple Zero, a droid
1st appearance of BT-1, an assassin droid
1st appearance of Doctor Aphra
1st appearance of 0-0-0 aka Triple Zero, a droid
1st appearance of BT-1, an assassin droid
Star Wars: Darth Vader #4
Marvel
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2015
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Vol. 1
2nd appearance of Doctor Aphra
2nd appearance of Black Krrsantan
1st full appearance and death of Cylo IV, a cybernetic body that held the consciousness of Doctor Cylo and once killed, Cylo V was activated
2nd appearance of Doctor Aphra
2nd appearance of Black Krrsantan
1st full appearance and death of Cylo IV, a cybernetic body that held the consciousness of Doctor Cylo and once killed, Cylo V was activated
Variant cover art by Clay Mann featuring Black Krrsantan and Doctor Aphra
Vader Down #1 and Darth Vader #13 both have exclusive covers featuring Black Krrsantan that predate this issue's on sale date of December 2, 2015
Variant cover art by Clay Mann featuring Black Krrsantan and Doctor Aphra
Vader Down #1 and Darth Vader #13 both have exclusive covers featuring Black Krrsantan that predate this issue's on sale date of December 2, 2015
Halloween ComicFest 2016: Star Wars - Darth Vader: Doctor Aphra #1
Marvel
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2016
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Vol. 1
Non-Key
Reprint of Star Wars: Darth Vader - Doctor Aphra #1 (2015)
Variant cover art by John Tyler Christopher
Action figure variant featuring Doctor Aphra
Variant cover art by John Tyler Christopher
Action figure variant featuring Doctor Aphra
Star Wars: Doctor Aphra #1
Marvel
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2017
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Vol. 1
First solo series featuring Doctor Aphra
1st appearance of Korin Aphra, the father of Doctor Chelli Lona Aphra
📖 Reading Order: read Doctor Aphra #1 - #6, then The Screaming Citadel #1
First solo series featuring Doctor Aphra
1st appearance of Korin Aphra, the father of Doctor Chelli Lona Aphra
📖 Reading Order: read Doctor Aphra #1 - #6, then The Screaming Citadel #1
Variant cover art by Jamie McKelvie
⚠️ Buyer Beware: this variant is selling for 4x - 10x the amount it sold for prior to March 2022 and is being listed on eBay as hard-to-find but according to census numbers, it registers just as many if not more than other variants associated with this issue with the exception of the Action Figure variant
Variant cover art by Jamie McKelvie
⚠️ Buyer Beware: this variant is selling for 4x - 10x the amount it sold for prior to March 2022 and is being listed on eBay as hard-to-find but according to census numbers, it registers just as many if not more than other variants associated with this issue with the exception of the Action Figure variant
Variant variant cover art by Sara Pichelli
There is also an edition with the trade dress/ title, that does not resell for the $25 minimum criteria for variants to be added to the Key Collector database
Limited to 500 copies
Variant variant cover art by Sara Pichelli
There is also an edition with the trade dress/ title, that does not resell for the $25 minimum criteria for variants to be added to the Key Collector database
Limited to 500 copies
Exclusive distributed by Neff Box, a subscription box similar to Loot Crate
Exclusive distributed by Neff Box, a subscription box similar to Loot Crate
Variant black and white cover art by Sara Pichelli
Star Wars: Doctor Aphra #3
Marvel
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2017
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Vol. 1
Doctor Aphra's full name revealed to be Chelli Lona Aphra
1st appearance of Magna Tolvan, a female officer in the Imperial military who later becomes intimate with Aphra
Doctor Aphra's full name revealed to be Chelli Lona Aphra
1st appearance of Magna Tolvan, a female officer in the Imperial military who later becomes intimate with Aphra
Variant cover art by David Lopez
Variant cover art by Rod Reis
Star Wars: Doctor Aphra #32
Marvel
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2019
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Vol. 1
Origin of Doctor Aphra
1st appearance of Lona Aphra, the mother of Doctor Aphra
1st appearance of Teezee-Too, a protocol droid
📖 Reading Order: read Doctor Aphra #32 - #40, then Star Wars #68 (2015 series)
Origin of Doctor Aphra
1st appearance of Lona Aphra, the mother of Doctor Aphra
1st appearance of Teezee-Too, a protocol droid
📖 Reading Order: read Doctor Aphra #32 - #40, then Star Wars #68 (2015 series)
Second printing cover art by Will Sliney
Variant cover art by Stacey Lee
Variant cover art by Sara Pichelli
Variant cover art by Mahmud Asrar
Variant cover art by Terry Dodson
Variant cover art by Jen Bartel
Variant cover art by Jenny Frison
Variant cover art by Ray-Anthony Heights
Variant cover art by Ray-Anthony Heigh
Star Wars: War of the Bounty Hunters #3
Marvel
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2021
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Vol. 1
Non-Key
1:50
Variant cover art by Declan Shalvey
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