Free Comic Book Day and Star Wars: The Clone Wars - Gauntlet of Death / Free Comic Book Day

Dark Horse’s 2009 Free Comic Book Day offering pairs a standalone Star Wars: The Clone Wars story with a general sampler, written by series veteran Henry Gilroy and illustrated by Ramón K. Pérez. The Clone Wars tale, “Gauntlet of Death,” drops readers into a high-stakes arena battle, showcasing the animated series’ action and character dynamics in comic form. This single issue stands as a compact, accessible entry point for fans of the show and newcomers alike.