New Disney+ Series Paves Way in STAR WARS: SHADOW OF MAUL #1

Get ready for some exciting news from a galaxy far, far away! The feared villain, Maul, is making his return in the upcoming animated series, Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord. Set after the events of the final season of Star Wars: The Clone Wars, this new series is sure to captivate fans of the franchise.

To pave the way for the Disney+ series, Marvel Comics is releasing STAR WARS: SHADOW OF MAUL, a five-issue prequel series written by the talented Benjamin Percy, known for his work on last year’s Star Wars: Darth Maul – Black, White & Red series. The art for this series is done by the acclaimed Madibek Musabekov, who has worked on the recent Star Wars: Jedi Knights series.

In STAR WARS: SHADOW OF MAUL, fans will dive into Maul’s plan to rebuild his criminal syndicate on Janix, a planet untouched by the Empire. The series introduces new characters, such as Captain Brander Lawson and his partner, a droid named Two Boots, as they navigate through shadowy dealings on Janix.

Welcome to Janix, a neon-lit, shadow-soaked planet where Captain Brander Lawson tries to uphold the law in a lawless place. Teamed up with his trusty droid, Two Boots, they confront scheming crime bosses as they face the looming threat of Maul, the shadow lord.

The creative team behind STAR WARS: SHADOW OF MAUL includes writer Benjamin Percy, artist Madibek Musabekov, colorist Luis Guerrero, and letterer Joe Caramagna. With a stellar team like this, fans can expect an engaging and visually stunning series.

Keep an eye out for STAR WARS: SHADOW OF MAUL #1, hitting shelves and digital platforms on March 4, 2026, from Marvel Comics. Get ready for an adventure in a galaxy far, far away!