A free preview chapter from the Star Wars Jedi: Survivor tie-in novel Star Wars Jedi: Battle Scars is now available. The sample arrives ahead of the book's previously confirmed March 7 release and offers a glimpse at some of the story beats from the adventures of Cal Kestis taking place after the events of Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order.
Based on everything currently known about Star Wars Jedi: Battle Scars, the novel won't just help bridge the gap between Fallen Order and its sequel, but also attempts to develop the overarching Star Wars lore and the Sith Order of Inquisitors, in particular. The book is penned by Sam Maggs, best known for authoring Marvel Action: Captain Marvel and The Fangirl's Guide to the Galaxy. Maggs also has a notable track record in game development, having previously contributed writing to high-profile projects such as Anthem, Call of Duty: Vanguard, and The City That Never Sleeps DLC for Marvel's Spider-Man.
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The newly shared sample, available in both written and narrated form, shows that Battle Scars will continue the playful banter between Cal and Merrin, as well as explore the intricacies of Cere's return to the path of the Jedi, among other things. The preview chapter's release coincided with the lifting of the novel's embargo, which revealed a predominantly positive critical reception to the Star Wars Jedi: Survivor prequel novel. As for its premise, the story of the 304-page book follows the Stinger Mantis crew on their quest to secure a powerful weapon that promises to provide an edge in their ongoing fight against the Empire.
Publisher Random House Worlds previously confirmed that Star Wars Jedi: Battle Scars will be
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