Lucasfilm has hinted at a new project featuring Kylo Ren following the cancellation of the planned film, *Hunt for Ben Solo*. The final issue of Marvel’s comic series, *Legacy of Vader*, leaves fans with a tantalizing suggestion that the character’s story is far from over.
The *Legacy of Vader* series, authored by Charles Soule with illustrations by Luke Ross, is set in the timeline between *The Last Jedi* and *The Rise of Skywalker*. It delves into Kylo Ren’s struggle to suppress his identity as Ben Solo while embracing his role as the Supreme Leader of the First Order. Despite the series’ conclusion, it does not fully resolve the complexities of Kylo Ren’s character, indicating that his journey may continue.
The final issue culminates in a dramatic scene within Darth Vader’s fortress on Mustafar, where Kylo has a profound Force vision. This moment forces him to confront his unresolved inner turmoil, underlining his challenge in breaking free from his past. The narrative concludes with Kylo being violently expelled from Vader’s hidden vault, leaving his future uncertain.
The last page of the comic bears a potent message: “The reign ends. The fall begins. Kylo Ren… will return.” This wording strongly suggests that the story of Kylo Ren is set for continuation, rather than a definitive conclusion. Several unresolved narrative threads remain at the end of *Legacy of Vader*, particularly concerning the status of the Knights of Ren, who are depicted as being led by Tava Ren during this time period. The series does not clarify how Kylo later regains control over the group prior to the events in *The Rise of Skywalker*.
While the comic series has stirred excitement among fans, Lucasfilm has not yet announced any formal follow-up project. The hints dropped in *Legacy of Vader* provide a glimmer of hope for those eager to see more of Kylo Ren’s complex character arc in future stories.
As the Star Wars universe continues to expand, the implications of Kylo Ren’s unresolved journey could pave the way for new narratives that explore his character further. Fans will be watching closely to see how Lucasfilm chooses to develop this storyline moving forward.
