Between The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi, the galaxy was plunged into the shadows . . .<br>STAR WARS(c) : SHADOWS OF THE EMPIRE v<br>The minds behind the Star Wars galaxy have created a phenomenon of epic proportions, designed to unfold in nearly every medium at their disposal. This intensely researched volume guides you through this Star Wars event--as its creators reveal the secrets behind the multimedia release of the year. The tendrils of this dark drama will reach throughout the Star Wars galaxy:<br>--The evil crimelord Xizor challenges the power of Darth Vader in an exciting new novel of Imperial intrigue.<br>--Leia, Lando, and Dash Rendar launch an all-out attempt to rescue Han Solo in a state-of-the-art Nintendo video game. <br>--Xizor's agents search the galaxy for Luke Skywalker in the taut comic book mini-series. Their mission: kill the son of Vader.<br>--The secrets of the Imperial homeworld are revealed in brilliantly painted trading cards.<br>--A fully orchestrated soundtrack and exciting new Star Wars action figures embellish the adventure.<br>STAR WARS: THE SECRETS OF SHADOWS OF THE EMPIRE provides the official guide to the heroes, the villains, and all the major combatants. <br>When this war is over, only one will control the Empire's violent <br>underworld. . . .