Star Wars: Republic #74 (2005)

The final arc in Republic before Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith! The events in this story will tie directly into the film! The Outer Rim Sieges have begun, and Jedi Master Oppo Rancisis leads the Republic forces in a desperate drive against a new and major Separatist threat on the planet Saleucami. Aayla Secura and her army must punch through the Separatist fleet to bring reinforcements and much needed supplies. On the surface of the planet—and beneath it—battles rage, and betrayal simmers! The Dark Jedi Sora Bulq has allies… and one may be among the Jedi themselves!