Yoda
Creation & Design
Yoda was created by George Lucas and first appeared in 'The Empire Strikes Back'. His design was influenced by various sources, including the idea of a wise old sage.Early Years
Yoda was trained as a Jedi and became one of the most powerful Jedi Masters in the galaxy, serving as a mentor to many Jedi, including Luke Skywalker.Character Development
Yoda's character evolves from a wise mentor to a tragic figure as he witnesses the fall of the Jedi and the rise of the Empire, ultimately becoming a symbol of hope for future Jedi.Cultural Reception
Yoda is widely regarded as one of the most iconic characters in the Star Wars franchise, known for his wisdom and unique speech pattern.Character Details
Real Name:
Yoda
Aliases:
Master Yoda, Jedi Master, Grand Master
Species:
Yoda's species
Gender:
male
Affiliations:
Jedi Order, Galactic Republic
Abilities:
Force sensitivity, Lightsaber combat, Telekinesis
Equipment:
Lightsaber, Jedi robes
Weight:
unknown
Height:
2' 2"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
white
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The Marvel Comics Illustrated Version of the Empire Strikes Back #1
Marvel
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1980
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Vol. 1
TPB
Key Facts
224-page adaptation of the Empire Strikes Back in trade paperback measuring 4 in. X 7 in.
In this edition, Yoda is depicted differently than how he appeared in the film because this publication was illustrated prior to Marvel creators knowing the final visual design of the character
Key Facts
224-page adaptation of the Empire Strikes Back in trade paperback measuring 4 in. X 7 in.
In this edition, Yoda is depicted differently than how he appeared in the film because this publication was illustrated prior to Marvel creators knowing the final visual design of the character
Marvel Comics Super Special #16
Marvel
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1980
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Vol. 1
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)
The Empire Strikes Back Weekly #127
Marvel UK
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1980
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Vol. 1
Key Facts
1st cover appearance of Yoda in a U.K. comic, first cover in the U.S. is Star Wars #50 one year later
Boba Fett appearance on intro splash page but not in-story
Key Facts
1st cover appearance of Yoda in a U.K. comic, first cover in the U.S. is Star Wars #50 one year later
Boba Fett appearance on intro splash page but not in-story
Star Wars #41
Marvel
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1980
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Vol. 1
Key Facts
1st cameo appearance of Yoda, in shadows
Cover art featuring the Millennium Falcon
Five-page text explanation of Yoda's initial goblin-like appearance as the character was illustrated in the Marvel paperback edition of The Empire Strikes Back
Key Facts
1st cameo appearance of Yoda, in shadows
Cover art featuring the Millennium Falcon
Five-page text explanation of Yoda's initial goblin-like appearance as the character was illustrated in the Marvel paperback edition of The Empire Strikes Back
Star Wars #42
Marvel
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1980
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
Standard-sized comic book appearances:
1st appearance of Boba Fett, a bounty hunter
1st cameo appearance of Dengar, Bossk, IG-88 and Zuckuss - bounty hunters
1st cameo appearance of Emperor Palpatine aka Darth Sidious
Debut of Slave I, a pursuit craft
Reprinted from Marvel Comics Super Special Magazine, adaptation of The Empire Strikes Back
Key Facts
Standard-sized comic book appearances:
1st appearance of Boba Fett, a bounty hunter
1st cameo appearance of Dengar, Bossk, IG-88 and Zuckuss - bounty hunters
1st cameo appearance of Emperor Palpatine aka Darth Sidious
Debut of Slave I, a pursuit craft
Reprinted from Marvel Comics Super Special Magazine, adaptation of The Empire Strikes Back
Uncanny X-Men #245
Marvel
•
1989
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
Parody issue of DC's 'Invasion' limited series
Cameo appearance of Chewbacca, Yoda, Jabba the Hutt, Boba Fett, an Alien Xenomorph, E.T. and Alf
Jean Grey appears full-frontal nude in this issue but it is at a slight distance so that specific detail is absent
Key Facts
Parody issue of DC's 'Invasion' limited series
Cameo appearance of Chewbacca, Yoda, Jabba the Hutt, Boba Fett, an Alien Xenomorph, E.T. and Alf
Jean Grey appears full-frontal nude in this issue but it is at a slight distance so that specific detail is absent
Key Facts
Photo cover variant
Star Wars Tales #20
Dark Horse
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2004
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
Cover art by Tony Millionaire
Stories by independent creators: Bob Fingerman, Peter Bagge, Rick Greary
Copies ordered by retailers: 18,503
Key Facts
Cover art by Tony Millionaire
Stories by independent creators: Bob Fingerman, Peter Bagge, Rick Greary
Copies ordered by retailers: 18,503
Star Wars: Jedi - Yoda #1
Dark Horse
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2004
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
One-shot that takes place during the Clone Wars
âš Misconception: a character named Cal makes a first appearance in this issue but he does not resemble the character Cal Kestis
Key Facts
One-shot that takes place during the Clone Wars
âš Misconception: a character named Cal makes a first appearance in this issue but he does not resemble the character Cal Kestis
Key Facts
Cover art featuring Ahsoka Tano
PX Edition - Previews Exclusive, available to comic shops from Diamond Distributor
Key Facts
Cover art featuring Ahsoka Tano
PX Edition - Previews Exclusive, available to comic shops from Diamond Distributor
Key Facts
Variant cover art by John Tyler Christopher
Available exclusively to customers who previously made a purchase from John Tyler Christopher's webstore
Negative Space cover
Limited to 1,000 copies
Key Facts
Variant cover art by John Tyler Christopher
Available exclusively to customers who previously made a purchase from John Tyler Christopher's webstore
Negative Space cover
Limited to 1,000 copies
Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars - Battle Tales #1
IDW
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2020
•
Vol. 1
Non-Key
Variant
Key Facts
Variant virgin cover art by Peach Momoko, Store exclusive
Star Wars: Yoda #1
Marvel
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2022
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
Origin of Yoda, revisiting lessons given during the times of the High Republic to the Clone Wars
1st appearance of Bree Menaren
1st appearance of Jedi Master Dijuka
1st appearance of Jedi Master Sutan
Key Facts
Origin of Yoda, revisiting lessons given during the times of the High Republic to the Clone Wars
1st appearance of Bree Menaren
1st appearance of Jedi Master Dijuka
1st appearance of Jedi Master Sutan
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