Rogue Squadron
Creation & Design
Rogue Squadron was created by Michael Stackpole and first appeared in the Star Wars Expanded Universe, focusing on the elite starfighter pilots of the Rebel Alliance.Early Years
The squadron was formed during the Galactic Civil War, consisting of skilled pilots who fought against the Galactic Empire.Character Development
Over the years, Rogue Squadron has evolved from a simple group of pilots into a symbol of hope and resistance within the Star Wars universe, representing the bravery and sacrifice of those who fight for freedom.Cultural Reception
Rogue Squadron has been well-received by fans and critics alike, praised for its engaging storytelling and character development.Character Details
Real Name:
Rogue Squadron
Species:
Human
Gender:
N/A
Affiliations:
Rebel Alliance, New Republic
Abilities:
Starfighter piloting, Tactical planning, Combat strategy
Equipment:
X-wing starfighter, Y-wing starfighter, A-wing starfighter
Weight:
0
Height:
0' 0"
Eye Color:
N/A
Hair Color:
N/A
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Key Facts
Adaptation of Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back in an oversized comic book magazine
1st appearance of Yoda
1st appearance of Boba Fett
1st appearance of Lando Calrissian
1st appearance of Lobot
1st cameo appearance of Emperor Palpatine aka Darth Sidious, Bossk, 4-Lom, Dengar and IG-88
1st team appearance of Rogue Squadron
📖 Reading Order: next read Star Wars Adventures #1 (2020 series)
Key Facts
Adaptation of Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back in an oversized comic book magazine
1st appearance of Yoda
1st appearance of Boba Fett
1st appearance of Lando Calrissian
1st appearance of Lobot
1st cameo appearance of Emperor Palpatine aka Darth Sidious, Bossk, 4-Lom, Dengar and IG-88
1st team appearance of Rogue Squadron
📖 Reading Order: next read Star Wars Adventures #1 (2020 series)
Key Facts
Partial reprint of Marvel Super Special Magazine #16
United Kingdom on-sale date June 25, 1980, the same week that Star Wars #39 went on-sale in the U.S.
1st team appearance of Rogue Squadron in a U.K. comic
Key Facts
Partial reprint of Marvel Super Special Magazine #16
United Kingdom on-sale date June 25, 1980, the same week that Star Wars #39 went on-sale in the U.S.
1st team appearance of Rogue Squadron in a U.K. comic
Key Facts
Partial reprint of Marvel Super Special Magazine #16
Part one of The Empire Strikes Back movie adaptation that ran through issue #44
First mention of Rogue (Squadron) in a standard U.S. comic book
In Star Wars #39, a pilot radios to home base using the call sign 'Rogue Two'
In Star Wars #52 (October 2018), the official canon origin story is told of how the Rogue Squadron was named to honor the team of Rebels known as Rogue One. This occurred during the the attack on the Mako-Ta Space Docks which would fall on the timeline prior to Star Wars #39 (September 1980)
Key Facts
Partial reprint of Marvel Super Special Magazine #16
Part one of The Empire Strikes Back movie adaptation that ran through issue #44
First mention of Rogue (Squadron) in a standard U.S. comic book
In Star Wars #39, a pilot radios to home base using the call sign 'Rogue Two'
In Star Wars #52 (October 2018), the official canon origin story is told of how the Rogue Squadron was named to honor the team of Rebels known as Rogue One. This occurred during the the attack on the Mako-Ta Space Docks which would fall on the timeline prior to Star Wars #39 (September 1980)
Key Facts
Partial reprint of Marvel Super Special Magazine #16
Part two of The Empire Strikes Back movie adaptation that ran through issue #44
1st team appearance of Rogue Squadron in a standard U.S. comic book
In Star Wars #52 (October 2018), the official canon origin story is told of how the Rogue Squadron was named to honor the team of Rebels known as Rogue One
[August 2025 - Rogue Squadron rumored to be back in development after previously delayed by Disney]
Key Facts
Partial reprint of Marvel Super Special Magazine #16
Part two of The Empire Strikes Back movie adaptation that ran through issue #44
1st team appearance of Rogue Squadron in a standard U.S. comic book
In Star Wars #52 (October 2018), the official canon origin story is told of how the Rogue Squadron was named to honor the team of Rebels known as Rogue One
[August 2025 - Rogue Squadron rumored to be back in development after previously delayed by Disney]
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1st appearance of Wald and Hanc Thorben, members of Rogue squadron
1st appearance of Admiral Mila Giel
Origin of Shira Brie
Key Facts
1st appearance of Wald and Hanc Thorben, members of Rogue squadron
1st appearance of Admiral Mila Giel
Origin of Shira Brie
Dark Horse ⋅ 1995
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Wedge Antilles is a combat-hardened X-Wing pilot, one of the only fliers to survive the missions against both Death Stars
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Wedge Antilles is a combat-hardened X-Wing pilot, one of the only fliers to survive the missions against both Death Stars
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One-shot promotional giveaway included in the Hero Illustrated Magazine
13-page story called 'Wedge's Story'
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One-shot promotional giveaway included in the Hero Illustrated Magazine
13-page story called 'Wedge's Story'
Key Facts
Origin of the name Rogue Squadron
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