Star Wars: Episode 1 — Anakin Skywalker #1 One-Shot – 1999

Long before the armor, the red lightsaber, and the iron grip of the Empire, there was just a young boy dreaming under the twin suns of Tatooine. Released in May 1999 by Dark Horse Comics alongside the theatrical launch of The Phantom Menace, this special standalone issue builds out the official lore of the prequel era.
Why This Issue is a Collector’s Essential:
Classic Prequel Lore: Written by Tim Truman with expressive pencils by Steve Crespo, this story provides an intimate, deep-dive look into Anakin’s early mechanics work, his relationship with Watto, and his life as a slave before the Jedi discovered him on the desert world.
Vintage 1999 Nostalgia: A beautiful, glossy remnant of the late-90s Star Wars renaissance. It represents the pinnacle of Dark Horse’s highly praised management of the expanded universe line.
Tracking down clean, crisp copies of late-90s single issues can be a challenge. This high-grade raw copy is bagged, boarded, and ready to ship, making it an affordable and nostalgic addition to your Star Wars shelf or display collection.
Condition: Near Mint (NM) / High-Grade Raw First Print
Publisher: Dark Horse Comics