The High Republic 5, released on March 20, 2024, by Marvel Comics, constitutes the fifth installment of the official canon Star Wars: The High Republic comic book series. Cavan Scott penned the script for this issue, while the artwork is credited to Ario Anindito, Marika Cresta, Mark Morales, and Jim Campbell.
Prior to its debut, Scott cautioned the readership, suggesting it would evoke tears. Furthermore, this issue marks Anindito's final work on The High Republic comic series. He characterized the issue as a farewell, bringing his involvement to a satisfying conclusion; his final contribution involved the reunion of Keeve Trennis and Sskeer, characters he previously illustrated in The High Republic (2021) 1.
MONSTER AND APPRENTICE! An exciting new arc begins! Lightsabers clash as KEEVE TRENNIS finally finds what she's been searching for in the NIHIL OCCLUSION ZONE! What is the secret of the ancient ruin? And can Keeve trust LOURNA DEE when she needs her the most? The JEDI'S deepest fears manifest as a face from the past makes a SHOCKING appearance!