Star Wars: Crimson Empire II: Council of Blood — Dark Horse Comics
Issue: #1
Following the death of Imperial Guard turncoat Carnor Jax at the hand of the last Guard, Kir Kanos, the Galactic Empire suddenly finds itself devoid of a leader, and an Interim Council is assembled to rule the Empire until a new Emperor can be selected. But when Council members become targets for assassination, Kanos becomes the prime suspect and again stands at the center of a storm!
First appearances: 4-NG
Creators: Diana Schutz, Randy Stradley, Pat Brosseau, Dave Dorman, Chris Warner, Randy Emberlin, Kristen Burda, Staissi Brandt, Paul Gulacy, Lisa Stamp, Jeremy Perkins, Dave Stewart, Mike Richardson
Characters: 4-NG, Banjeer, Y'ull Acib, Mirith Sinn, Darth Vader, Norym Kim, Xandel Carivus, Grappa the Hutt, Dengar, Nom Anor, Za, Gilad Pellaeon, Feena D'Asta, Kir Kanos