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Creation & Design

Kylo Ren was created by J.J. Abrams and Lawrence Kasdan for the sequel trilogy of the Star Wars saga, designed to be a complex character torn between light and dark.

Early Years

Ben Solo was born to Leia Organa and Han Solo, showing early signs of Force sensitivity. He was trained by his uncle, Luke Skywalker, but fell to the dark side after being seduced by Supreme Leader Snoke.

Character Development

Kylo Ren's character evolves from a conflicted villain to a redeemed hero, showcasing themes of legacy, identity, and the struggle between good and evil.

Cultural Reception

Kylo Ren has been a polarizing character among fans, praised for his depth and complexity but criticized by some for his portrayal in the sequels.

Character Details

Real Name:
Ben Solo
First Appearance:
Star Wars: The Force Awakens Adaptation #1
Aliases:
Kylo Ren, Ben Solo
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
First Order, Knights of Ren
Abilities:
Force sensitivity, Lightsaber combat, Telekinesis
Equipment:
Crossguard lightsaber, TIE Fighter
Weight:
190lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
brown
Hair Color:
dark brown

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Star Wars: The Force Awakens Adaptation #1
Marvel ⋅ 2016
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Star Wars: The Force Awakens Adaptation #1
 
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1st appearance of Kylo Ren, the son of Han Solo and Princess Leia who became a leader of the First Order

1st appearance of Rey, a brilliant engineer and Force sensitive human

1st appearance of Finn, a rogue Stormtrooper

1st appearance of General Hux, a general of the First Order

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1st appearance of Captain Phasma, not a hologram

📖 Reading Order: read The Force Awakens #1 - #6 (or TPB) then Forces of Destiny - Rey #1

[September 2023 - a Rey movie is rumored to be in development]

Star Wars: The Force Awakens Adaptation #1
Convention Exclusive ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2016
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Variant cover art by Neal Adams

Star Wars: The Force Awakens Adaptation #5
Action Figure ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2016
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Variant cover art by John Tyler Christopher

Action Figure cover featuring Kylo Ren

Star Wars: The Force Awakens Adaptation #5
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Variant movie still cover

Star Wars: The Force Awakens Adaptation #6
1:75 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2017
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Variant sketch cover art by Paolo Rivera

Star Wars Adventures #3
Variant ⋅ IDW ⋅ 2017
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Variant cover art by Christopher Uminga

Store exclusive, limited to 1,000 copies

Star Wars: The Last Jedi Adaptation #5
1:25 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2018
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Star Wars: The Last Jedi Adaptation #5
 
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Variant cover art by David Lopez

Star Wars: The Rise of Kylo Ren #1
Marvel ⋅ 2019
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Origin of Kylo Ren, Ben Solo

1st appearance of Voe, a Jedi

1st appearance of Ren, leader of the New Republic's Knights of Ren

📖 Reading Order: read The Rise of Kylo Ren #1 - #4, then Supreme Leader Snoke #1

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[August 2020 - rumored spin-off series in-development]

Star Wars: The Rise of Kylo Ren #1
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Variant cover featuring a photo of Kylo Ren

Star Wars: The Rise of Kylo Ren #1
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Variant cover art by Carmen Carnero

Star Wars: The Rise of Kylo Ren #2
Marvel ⋅ 2020
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Origin of Ben Solo

First mention of High Republic

Star Wars: The Rise of Kylo Ren #2
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Variant cover art by Jodie Muir

Star Wars Adventures #30
1:10 ⋅ IDW ⋅ 2020
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Variant cover art by Derek Charm

Star Wars: The Rise of Kylo Ren #3
Marvel ⋅ 2020
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Origin of Ben Solo

1st cameo appearance of Avar Kriss

Star Wars: The Rise of Kylo Ren #3
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Variant cover art by Stefano Landini

Star Wars: The Rise of Kylo Ren #4
Marvel ⋅ 2020
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Origin of Ben Solo

Star Wars: The Rise of Kylo Ren #4
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Variant cover art by Giuseppe Camuncoli

Star Wars: Bounty Hunters #25
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Star Wars: Bounty Hunters #25
 
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Variant cover art by Chris Sprouse

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