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Hays Twister 3/4 Race Torque Converter, 1968-81 GM TH350 - 97-1B28Q

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Hays Twister 3/4 Race Torque Converter, 1968-81 GM TH350 - 97-1B28QOverview: Hays Twister 3 4 Race performance torque converters are a perfect addition to our line of performance flexplates, clutches, and flywheels. Our 3 4 Race series of torque converters is intended for street strip combinations, with various stall speed offerings to accommodate any mixture of modifications including higher compression ratios, aftermarket camshafts, aftermarket cylinder heads, lower gear ratios, and vehicle weight loss. The Twister

Overview:

Hays Twister 3/4 Race performance torque converters are a perfect addition to our line of performance flexplates, clutches, and flywheels. Our 3/4 Race series of torque converters is intended for street/strip combinations, with various stall speed offerings to accommodate any mixture of modifications including higher compression ratios, aftermarket camshafts, aftermarket cylinder heads, lower gear ratios, and vehicle weight loss. The Twister 3/4 Race torque converter perfectly describes a converter suited for an application just shy of Full Race converter. Hays Twister 3/4 Race Torque Converters--Good names never go away, and neither should good terms!

Features:

  • 3/4 Race series torque converters are built, tested, and proven to support up to 650 horsepower.
  • State of the art Spray Welding process is used in select areas. Spray Welding provides clean, strong and consistent fusion while also increasing strength through hardening from higher process temperature
  • Each converter is hand-built and inspected in every step of assembly to ensure top of the line quality
  • All Hays torque converters are internally welded compared to brazing. Testing has shown welding provides longer converter life while also enhancing consistency
  • Heavy duty Torrington bearings are used for greater strength and durability
  • Stators are chosen with high flow vents and channels to promote cooling in heat producing higher horsepower applications
  • Increased horsepower and acceleration due to a weight saving, one application design. Almost all HAYS converters are built for one application to reduce weight compared to a multi-bolt pattern converter.
  • 3/4 Race series torque converters are offered in several different stall speeds for GM, Ford, and Chrysler transmissions
  • Industry leading Tech Support Team is available to provide assistance with stall speed selection

Application:

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Year Make Model Submodel Engine Size
1979 - 1980 Chevrolet Malibu Classic Estate 231/3.8L V6
1978 Chevrolet El Camino Conquista 231/3.8L V6
1980 Buick Century Sport 231/3.8L V6
1972 - 1979 Pontiac Firebird Formula 350/5.7L V8
1980 Oldsmobile Starfire Base 231/3.8L V6
1972 - 1979 Pontiac Firebird Esprit 350/5.7L V8
1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass Vista Cruiser 455/7.5L V8
1976 Buick Electra 225 455/7.5L V8
1972 - 1979 Pontiac Firebird Base 350/5.7L V8
1968 Oldsmobile 442 Base 400/6.6L V8
1970 - 1977 Buick LeSabre Base 350/5.7L V8
1976 - 1977 Buick Regal Base 350/5.7L V8
1978 - 1981 Buick Regal Base 231/3.8L V6
1976 - 1977 Chevrolet Vega GT 140/2.3L l4
1978 - 1981 Buick Regal Limited 231/3.8L V6
1980 Chevrolet Monza 2+2 231/3.8L V6
1969 Chevrolet Impala Base 327/5.3L V8
1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass 442 455/7.5L V8
1976 Oldsmobile 98 Regency 455/7.5L V8
1972 - 1974 Pontiac LeMans Base 350/5.7L V8
1975 - 1976 Buick Electra Limited 455/7.5L V8
1979 - 1980 Chevrolet Malibu Sport 231/3.8L V6
1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass Base 455/7.5L V8
1980 - 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Brougham 231/3.8L V6
1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass Colonnade S 455/7.5L V8
1976 Buick Century Custom 350/5.7L V8
1976 Buick Century Base 350/5.7L V8
1975 Buick Electra Custom 455/7.5L V8
1976 Buick Riviera SR 455/7.5L V8
1976 - 1977 Buick Regal SR 350/5.7L V8
1975 - 1976 Buick LeSabre Custom 455/7.5L V8
1970 - 1977 Buick LeSabre Custom 350/5.7L V8
1980 Chevrolet Camaro Base 231/3.8L V6
1976 Buick Riviera Base 455/7.5L V8
1978 - 1980 Chevrolet Malibu Classic 231/3.8L V6
1976 - 1977 Chevrolet Vega Sport 140/2.3L l4
1980 Chevrolet Monza Base 231/3.8L V6
1978 - 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Base 231/3.8L V6
1980 Chevrolet El Camino SS 231/3.8L V6
1977 Pontiac Grand Prix LJ 350/5.7L V8
1975 Pontiac Grand Prix LJ 455/7.5L V8
1978 - 1980 Chevrolet Malibu Base 231/3.8L V6
1975 - 1976 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 455/7.5L V8
1970 - 1972 Chevrolet C20 Pickup Base 402/6.6L V8
1980 Pontiac Firebird Esprit 231/3.8L V6
1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser 455/7.5L V8
1980 Oldsmobile Starfire GT 231/3.8L V6
1980 Oldsmobile Starfire SX 231/3.8L V6
1978 - 1980 Chevrolet El Camino Base 231/3.8L V6
1980 Chevrolet El Camino Royal Knight 231/3.8L V6
1976 - 1977 Chevrolet Vega Base 140/2.3L l4
1979 - 1980 Chevrolet Malibu Classic Sport 231/3.8L V6
1978 - 1980 Chevrolet Malibu Classic Landau 231/3.8L V6
1980 Buick Century Base 231/3.8L V6
1979 - 1980 Chevrolet Malibu Estate 231/3.8L V6
1975 - 1976 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale 455/7.5L V8
1975 Pontiac Grand Prix SJ 455/7.5L V8
1980 - 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass LS 231/3.8L V6
1971 - 1975 Chevrolet El Camino Base 454/7.4L V8
1976 Oldsmobile 98 Luxury 455/7.5L V8
1974 - 1979 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale 350/5.7L V8
1975 Buick LeSabre Base 455/7.5L V8
1976 Buick Century Indianapolis 500 Pace Car 350/5.7L V8
1980 Chevrolet Monza 2+2 Sport 231/3.8L V6
1978 - 1980 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Sport 231/3.8L V6
1974 Pontiac LeMans Sport 350/5.7L V8
1974 Pontiac LeMans Safari 350/5.7L V8
1978 - 1980 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Landau 231/3.8L V6
1974 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 350/5.7L V8
1974 - 1979 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Base 350/5.7L V8
1979 Chevrolet Malibu Landau 231/3.8L V6
1972 GMC C15/C1500 Pickup Base 402/6.6L V8
1978 - 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Brougham 231/3.8L V6
1980 Buick Century Estate 231/3.8L V6
1975 - 1976 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Base 455/7.5L V8
1976 Buick Riviera Sport 455/7.5L V8
1979 Buick Regal Sport 231/3.8L V6
1977 Buick LeSabre Custom Sport 350/5.7L V8
1976 - 1977 Pontiac Grand Prix Base 350/5.7L V8
1976 - 1977 Chevrolet Vega Estate 140/2.3L l4
1980 Chevrolet Camaro Berlinetta 231/3.8L V6
1970 - 1972 Chevrolet C10 Pickup Base 402/6.6L V8
1980 Buick Century Limited 231/3.8L V6
1980 Oldsmobile Starfire Firenza 231/3.8L V6
1980 Pontiac Firebird Base 231/3.8L V6
1979 Chevrolet Malibu Police 231/3.8L V6
1975 - 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass S 455/7.5L V8
1980 Chevrolet Monza Spyder 231/3.8L V6
1980 Chevrolet Camaro Rally Sport 231/3.8L V6
1979 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Base 231/3.8L V6
1972 Chevrolet C30 Pickup Base 402/6.6L V8
1980 Chevrolet Monza 2+2 Spyder 231/3.8L V6
1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass Base 231/3.8L V6
1978 Chevrolet C20 Scottsdale 305/5.0L V8
1975 - 1981 Chevrolet C20 Scottsdale 350/5.7L V8
1975 - 1981 Chevrolet C20 Scottsdale 454/7.4L V8
1968 - 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass Base 350/5.7L V8
1976 - 1978 GMC C25 Sierra Grande 454/7.4L V8
1975 - 1981 Chevrolet C20 Silverado 350/5.7L V8
1975 - 1981 Chevrolet C20 Silverado 454/7.4L V8
1979 Oldsmobile Cutlass Vista Cruiser Brougham 260/4.3L V8
1979 - 1980 Chevrolet El Camino Royal Knight 267/4.4L V8
1979 - 1981 GMC C2500 Base 350/5.7L V8
1979 - 1981 GMC K2500 Base 350/5.7L V8
1975 - 1980 Chevrolet C20 Custom Deluxe 350/5.7L V8
1976 - 1979 Chevrolet C20 Custom Deluxe 400/6.6L V8
1977 GMC K25 Sierra Grande 454/7.4L V8
1976 - 1978 GMC C25 High Sierra 350/5.7L V8
1976 - 1978 GMC C25 High Sierra 454/7.4L V8
1975 - 1981 Chevrolet C30 Silverado 350/5.7L V8
1981 GMC G3500 Rally Custom 350/5.7L V8
1979 - 1981 GMC C2500 High Sierra 350/5.7L V8
1976 - 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass Vista Cruiser 350/5.7L V8
1978 - 1979 Buick Electra 225 403/6.6L V8
1975 - 1980 Chevrolet C30 Custom Deluxe 350/5.7L V8
1976 - 1978 Chevrolet C30 Custom Deluxe 400/6.6L V8
1975 - 1978 GMC K25 High Sierra 350/5.7L V8
1977 - 1981 Chevrolet C10 Silverado 305/5.0L V8
1975 - 1980 Chevrolet C10 Silverado 292/4.8L l6
1975 - 1980 Chevrolet C30 Custom Deluxe 454/7.4L V8
1976 - 1980 Chevrolet C10 Silverado 400/6.6L V8
1981 Chevrolet C30 Custom 454/7.4L V8
1975 - 1981 Chevrolet C10 Silverado 250/4.1L l6
1974 - 1979 Chevrolet Malibu Classic 350/5.7L V8
1975 - 1980 Chevrolet C10 Silverado 454/7.4L V8
1975 - 1981 Chevrolet C10 Scottsdale 250/4.1L l6
1980 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale Brougham 307/5.0L V8
1975 - 1978 GMC K15 High Sierra 350/5.7L V8
1975 - 1978 GMC K15 Base 350/5.7L V8
1976 - 1978 GMC C25 Sierra Grande 350/5.7L V8
1975 - 1980 Chevrolet Impala Sport 350/5.7L V8
1980 - 1981 GMC K3500 High Sierra 350/5.7L V8
1976 - 1977 GMC K15 Sierra Classic 400/6.6L V8
1977 GMC K25 Base 454/7.4L V8
1974 - 1978 Chevrolet Nova Custom 350/5.7L V8
1977 GMC C15 Base 305/5.0L V8
1975 - 1978 GMC C15 High Sierra 350/5.7L V8
1975 - 1978 GMC C15 Base 350/5.7L V8
1979 - 1981 GMC K1500 Sierra Grande 350/5.7L V8
1977 - 1980 Chevrolet C10 Scottsdale 305/5.0L V8
1975 - 1980 Chevrolet C10 Scottsdale 292/4.8L l6
1979 - 1981 GMC K1500 Sierra Classic 350/5.7L V8
1975 - 1980 Chevrolet C10 Scottsdale 454/7.4L V8
1981 GMC K1500 Sierra Grande 305/5.0L V8
1976 - 1980 Chevrolet C10 Scottsdale 400/6.6L V8
1975 - 1981 Chevrolet C10 Scottsdale 350/5.7L V8
1980 GMC C2500 Base 454/7.4L V8
1975 - 1981 Chevrolet P30 Step-Van 454/7.4L V8
1980 GMC K3500 Sierra Classic 454/7.4L V8
1980 - 1981 GMC K3500 Sierra Classic 350/5.7L V8
1976 - 1978 GMC C25 Base 454/7.4L V8
1975 - 1981 Chevrolet P30 Step-Van 350/5.7L V8
1978 - 1980 Chevrolet P30 Step-Van 292/4.8L l6
1976 - 1978 GMC C25 Base 350/5.7L V8
1975 - 1980 Chevrolet C10 Custom Deluxe 350/5.7L V8
1979 - 1981 GMC K1500 Base 350/5.7L V8
1977 - 1980 Chevrolet C10 Custom Deluxe 305/5.0L V8
1975 - 1980 Chevrolet C10 Custom Deluxe 250/4.1L l6
1978 - 1980 Pontiac Bonneville Base 301/4.9L V8
1979 - 1981 GMC K1500 High Sierra 350/5.7L V8
1976 - 1979 Chevrolet C20 Silverado 400/6.6L V8
1975 - 1980 Chevrolet C10 Custom Deluxe 292/4.8L l6
1976 Pontiac Bonneville Brougham 400/6.6L V8
1980 GMC C2500 High Sierra 454/7.4L V8
1980 - 1981 GMC K3500 Sierra Grande 350/5.7L V8
1974 - 1978 Chevrolet Nova Base 350/5.7L V8
1976 - 1980 Chevrolet C10 Custom Deluxe 400/6.6L V8
1975 - 1981 Chevrolet C10 Cheyenne 250/4.1L l6
1979 - 1981 GMC C1500 Sierra Grande 305/5.0L V8
1976 - 1980 Chevrolet C10 Cheyenne 400/6.6L V8
1975 - 1980 Chevrolet C10 Cheyenne 292/4.8L l6
1979 - 1981 GMC C1500 Street Coupe 250/4.1L l6
1975 - 1980 Chevrolet C10 Custom Deluxe 454/7.4L V8
1975 - 1978 GMC K15 Sierra Grande 350/5.7L V8
1978 - 1980 Pontiac Bonneville Brougham 301/4.9L V8
1975 - 1981 Chevrolet C10 Cheyenne 350/5.7L V8
1975 - 1980 Chevrolet C10 Cheyenne 454/7.4L V8
1976 - 1980 Chevrolet C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 350/5.7L V8
1976 - 1980 Chevrolet C10 Suburban Scottsdale 350/5.7L V8
1981 Chevrolet C10 Suburban Deluxe 350/5.7L V8
1978 - 1980 Chevrolet C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 454/7.4L V8
1976 - 1977 GMC K15 High Sierra 400/6.6L V8
1977 - 1981 Chevrolet C10 Cheyenne 305/5.0L V8
1979 - 1981 GMC C1500 Base 250/4.1L l6
1978 - 1980 Chevrolet C10 Suburban Scottsdale 454/7.4L V8
1979 - 1981 GMC C1500 Sierra Classic 250/4.1L l6
1978 - 1980 Chevrolet K5 Blazer Custom Deluxe 305/5.0L V8
1979 - 1981 GMC G3500 Rally STX 350/5.7L V8
1978 - 1980 Chevrolet C10 Suburban Silverado 454/7.4L V8
1976 - 1978 GMC G35 Vandura Special 350/5.7L V8
1976 - 1980 Chevrolet C10 Suburban Silverado 350/5.7L V8
1977 - 1978 GMC G35 Vandura 400/6.6L V8
1975 - 1981 Chevrolet P30 Base 454/7.4L V8
1976 - 1978 GMC G35 Vandura 350/5.7L V8
1979 - 1981 GMC G3500 Vandura Special 350/5.7L V8
1979 - 1981 GMC P3500 Base 350/5.7L V8
1971 - 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass S 350/5.7L V8
1981 Chevrolet C20 Custom 454/7.4L V8
1978 GMC K35 Sierra Classic 350/5.7L V8
1975 - 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass 442 350/5.7L V8
1975 - 1981 Chevrolet C20 Cheyenne 454/7.4L V8
1978 - 1980 Oldsmobile 98 Luxury 350/5.7L V8
1975 - 1981 Chevrolet C30 Silverado 454/7.4L V8
1977 - 1978 Oldsmobile 98 Luxury 403/6.6L V8
1978 Chevrolet C20 Cheyenne 305/5.0L V8
1974 - 1980 Chevrolet Malibu Base 350/5.7L V8
1980 - 1981 GMC K3500 Base 350/5.7L V8
1977 - 1981 Chevrolet K30 Scottsdale 350/5.7L V8
1975 - 1978 GMC K25 Sierra Grande 350/5.7L V8
1977 GMC K25 Sierra Classic 454/7.4L V8
1971 - 1981 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 350/5.7L V8
1975 - 1978 GMC K25 Sierra Classic 350/5.7L V8
1978 - 1979 Buick Electra Park Avenue 403/6.6L V8
1976 - 1979 Chevrolet C20 Scottsdale 400/6.6L V8
1979 - 1981 GMC C2500 Sierra Classic 350/5.7L V8
1976 - 1978 GMC C25 Sierra Classic 454/7.4L V8
1976 - 1978 GMC C25 Sierra Classic 350/5.7L V8
1980 GMC C2500 Sierra Classic 454/7.4L V8
1975 - 1981 Chevrolet C10 Silverado 350/5.7L V8
1974 Chevrolet El Camino Custom 350/5.7L V8
1978 - 1980 Pontiac Bonneville Safari 301/4.9L V8
1979 - 1981 GMC C2500 Sierra Grande 350/5.7L V8
1980 GMC K3500 High Sierra 454/7.4L V8
1976 - 1980 Chevrolet C20 Cheyenne 400/6.6L V8
1975 - 1981 Chevrolet C20 Cheyenne 350/5.7L V8
1979 - 1981 GMC P3500 Value Van 350/5.7L V8
1978 - 1980 Chevrolet C10 Big Ten 305/5.0L V8
1978 - 1979 Chevrolet C10 Big Ten 454/7.4L V8
1975 - 1979 Chevrolet Camaro Base 250/4.1L l6
1975 - 1977 Chevrolet El Camino Classic 350/5.7L V8
1975 - 1978 GMC C35 High Sierra 350/5.7L V8
1975 - 1981 Chevrolet C30 Scottsdale 454/7.4L V8
1975 - 1981 Chevrolet C30 Scottsdale 350/5.7L V8
1977 - 1978 GMC C35 High Sierra 454/7.4L V8
1976 Chevrolet Malibu Classic 305/5.0L V8
1976 - 1978 Chevrolet C30 Scottsdale 400/6.6L V8
1979 - 1980 Chevrolet Malibu Sport 267/4.4L V8
1979 Chevrolet Malibu Police 350/5.7L V8
1977 - 1980 Chevrolet Malibu Sport 350/5.7L V8
1975 - 1981 Chevrolet C30 Cheyenne 454/7.4L V8
1975 - 1981 Chevrolet C30 Cheyenne 350/5.7L V8
1976 - 1978 GMC G35 Rally Camper Special 350/5.7L V8
1976 - 1978 Chevrolet C30 Cheyenne 400/6.6L V8
1977 - 1979 Pontiac Grand Prix LJ 301/4.9L V8
1975 - 1978 GMC C35 Sierra Classic 350/5.7L V8
1977 - 1979 Pontiac Grand Prix Base 301/4.9L V8
1977 - 1978 GMC C35 Sierra Classic 454/7.4L V8
1971 - 1980 Chevrolet Camaro Base 350/5.7L V8
1976 Chevrolet Camaro Base 305/5.0L V8
1979 Chevrolet Malibu Landau 200/3.3L V6
1978 - 1979 Chevrolet Malibu Base 200/3.3L V6
1979 - 1981 GMC G3500 Rally Camper Special 350/5.7L V8
1975 - 1980 Chevrolet G10 Chevy Van 350/5.7L V8
1979 - 1981 GMC G3500 Magnavan 350/5.7L V8
1977 - 1981 Chevrolet G10 Beauville 305/5.0L V8
1981 Chevrolet C30 Custom 350/5.7L V8
1979 - 1981 GMC G3500 Vandura 350/5.7L V8
1978 - 1980 Oldsmobile 98 Regency 350/5.7L V8
1977 - 1978 Oldsmobile 98 Regency 403/6.6L V8
1980 GMC C2500 Sierra Grande 454/7.4L V8
1979 - 1980 Chevrolet K20 Suburban Scottsdale 350/5.7L V8
1976 - 1980 Chevrolet K10 Suburban Silverado 350/5.7L V8
1975 - 1981 Chevrolet G10 Sportvan 350/5.7L V8
1976 - 1980 GMC Jimmy Base 350/5.7L V8
1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass Brougham 350/5.7L V8
1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass LS 350/5.7L V8
1977 - 1981 Chevrolet G10 Sportvan 305/5.0L V8
1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass Colonnade 403/6.6L V8
1976 - 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass Colonnade S 350/5.7L V8
1977 - 1981 Chevrolet G10 Chevy Van 305/5.0L V8
1977 - 1978 GMC C35 Base 454/7.4L V8
1976 - 1980 Chevrolet K10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 350/5.7L V8
1975 Chevrolet Impala Sport 454/7.4L V8
1981 Chevrolet C20 Deluxe 454/7.4L V8
1975 - 1980 Chevrolet C20 Custom Deluxe 454/7.4L V8
1976 Pontiac Bonneville Base 400/6.6L V8
1975 - 1976 Chevrolet Impala Sport 400/6.6L V8
1975 - 1976 Pontiac Firebird Base 400/6.6L V8
1969 - 1970 Chevrolet C10 Pickup Base 292/4.8L l6
1969 - 1973 Chevrolet C10 Pickup Base 307/5.0L V8
1969 - 1974 Chevrolet C10 Pickup Base 250/4.1L l6
1979 - 1981 GMC C1500 Sierra Classic 305/5.0L V8
1979 - 1981 GMC C1500 Sierra Classic 350/5.7L V8
1977 - 1979 Pontiac Firebird Formula 403/6.6L V8
1975 - 1976 Pontiac Firebird Formula 400/6.6L V8
1979 - 1981 Pontiac Firebird Formula 301/4.9L V8
1975 - 1980 Chevrolet C20 Suburban Scottsdale 350/5.7L V8
1975 - 1980 Chevrolet C20 Suburban Custom Deluxe 350/5.7L V8
1979 - 1981 Chevrolet Camaro Berlinetta 350/5.7L V8
1976 - 1980 GMC Jimmy High Sierra 350/5.7L V8
1976 - 1980 Chevrolet Camaro Rally Sport 350/5.7L V8
1976 - 1980 GMC Jimmy Sierra Classic 350/5.7L V8
1980 - 1981 Chevrolet K10 Silverado 250/4.1L l6
1975 - 1978 Chevrolet Camaro LT 250/4.1L l6
1975 - 1980 Chevrolet Caprice Classic 350/5.7L V8
1977 - 1981 Chevrolet K30 Cheyenne 454/7.4L V8
1976 Chevrolet Caprice Classic Landau 400/6.6L V8
1975 - 1976 Chevrolet Caprice Classic 454/7.4L V8
1976 - 1978 Chevrolet Camaro LT Rally Sport 350/5.7L V8
1980 GMC
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Ian McKee
Port Orchard, US
★★★★★ 5
Revenge for a fallen emperor, redemption for a fallen warrior
Format: Kindle
The crimson empire saga is the story of kir kanos, last of emperor Palpatine's crimson clad imperial guardsmen. It is a story of revenge and redemption, as over the course of the trilogy Kanos grows and changes in ways he'd never have expected. I did especially like his changing relationship with Mirith Sinn, and how her arc is a fitting mirror to his own. I also liked the villain of the first series. Jax, and I wish he had stuck around for the rest of the trilogy. The rest of the villains throughout the trilogy are far less memorable than jax, but I suppose that's the problem when you make sequel to whats unseemly a self contained story. Of the three series contained here, the first series is by far the best. It's quite self contained, and any knowledge of the universe at the time is explained quite well. It's also the simplest, Kanos wants Jax dead, and Jax wants Kanos dead. The second series is abit of a mess, with an overly complicated plot and a good deal of unseemly wasted page count on the random side characters that don't advance anything. In particular I'm thinking of the hutt character, as well as the mystery hooded figure who doesn't actually come into play at any point in the saga. Perhaps he comes into play in some later star wars story, but in this it reeks of a dropped plot line. The third and final series is a worthy sequel to the first although the scenes with Han solo also seem unnecessary. I did like the ending of the saga, even though I would have referred a bit of a more definitive ending in terms of certain character relationships. The art of the saga get progressively better with each series. In the first series it's still reasonable good, but some of the faces and body proportions are bit weak. By the third it's really good if standard comic art. The fight scenes are well done throughout, and the ship battles are a great to see. In conclusion, I would recommend this to anyone who likes a good revenge story. Don't worry about the context of this in the greater star wars saga, the most pertinent information is explained well enough, in my opinion. As long you have seen the star wars movies and remember who the emperor is, your good.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2017
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Levi Turek
Charlottesville, US
★★★★★ 5
A must read
Format: Kindle
This series is a must read if you love Star Wars post Endor. The galaxy is still in a struggle to see who is on top. With many a individual falling through the cracks in galactic society.
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L. W. Swint
West Palm Beach, US
★★★★★ 4
One man's quest for vengeance
Format: Hardcover
"A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away..." It is the time of a falling empire, a time of betrayal and vengeance. This is the story of the last of the mysterious Imperial Guards of the Emperor Palpatine. It is the story of his quest to seek justice for the galactic ruler he served, and for his fellow comrades in arms, who gave their lives in that service. "Star Wars: The Crimson Empire Saga," tells the tale of Kir Kanos, the sole survivor of the scarlet clothed guardians of the Emperor, first shown in "Star Wars, Episode VI: Return of the Jedi." Over more than a decade of Dark Horse Comics publishing history, starting in 1997 to its long awaited conclusion in 2012, "Crimson Empire" reveals the history of these elite soldiers, "the best of the best," trained for one purpose: to serve the Emperor of "the first Galactic Empire." This 504 paged hardcover book collects the following stories: Star Wars: Crimson Empire #1-6 (1997) Star Wars: The Bounty Hunters (Kenix Kil) (1999) Star Wars: Crimson Empire II: Council of Blood #1-6 (1999) Star Wars: "Hard Currency" (Dark Horse Extra #21-24) (2000) Star Wars: Crimson Empire III: "The Third Time Pays for All" (Dark Horse Presents #1) (2011) (Note: The above is also the opening passage to Crimson Empire III #1) Star Wars: Crimson Empire III: Empire Lost #1-6 (2011) Star Wars Handbook Volume 2: Crimson Empire (1999) "The Crimson Empire Saga" begins with an ending; the final defeat of the Emperor Palpatine by his long-time foes, the Rebel Alliance, led by the legendary siblings, Luke Skywalker and Leia Organa Solo. But unbeknownst to those fighting to free the galaxy from Palpatine's tyranny, treachery also played a role in the Emperor's downfall. In a stunning turn of events it is revealed that one of those thought to be most loyal to Palpatine, a member of the Imperial Guard itself, betrayed his master in an attempt to seize power for himself. To insure the success of his treason, Carnor Jax also ordered the assassination of all the surviving Imperial Guard. But in his arrogance, the traitor underestimated the skill of the warriors he had trained with. Though faced with the overwhelming force of an army of stormtroopers sent to eliminate them on their training world Yinchorr, one Imperial Guard survived the massacre. Kir Kanos, the last of Emperor Palpatine's Imperial Guard lived on, to seek vengeance on Carnor Jax, and all those who had betrayed his Emperor. The core "Crimson Empire" trilogy is the creation of writers Mike Richardson and Randy Stradley, and artist Paul Gulacy, and they have produced an exciting adventure of Star Wars action, intrigue and emotion. The first "Crimson Empire" 6 issue comic mini-series was published in 1997, in the early years of what came to be called the "Star Wars Expanded Universe." The "EU" is an ongoing showcase for the continuing "adventures of Luke Skywalker" in novels, comics, computer games and more, as well as for other characters and worlds from the movie and now television saga envisioned by George Lucas. But the Expanded Universe also highlights original ideas based on characters and situations created by Mr. Lucas. "Crimson Empire" represents a prime example of talented imaginations thinking, 'what if we told a story about the red cloaked guards seen in "Return of the Jedi?"' In Kir Kanos, Richardson, Stradley, and Gulacy have created a classic Star Wars anti-hero/hero. Along with such Expanded Universe creations as Grand Admiral Thrawn, Mara Jade, Quinlan Vos, and Asajj Ventress, he is one of the most intriguing characters in the Star Wars Universe. Kanos is a highly trained warrior with a steadfast moral code, whose quest for vengeance anchors "The Crimson Empire Saga." It is this focus on the lead character's ultimate goal that is one of the achievements of the series. This dramatic strength, when adhered to, allows the comic creators to truly delve into their original characters and concepts without having to include or depend on the more famous Star Wars heroes and villains, although some appear in supporting roles. It is a testament to the makers' storytelling abilities that as the reader follows this tale of Kir Kanos' road to revenge, one becomes sympathetic to the character's cause to avenge the death of one of the most evil men who ever lived in any galaxy! A special highlight of "Crimson Empire" is the artistry of Paul Gulacy. Mr. Gulacy has a distinctive style in the sequential art medium; a clean precise vision that combines traditional comic book panel progression with simulated photographic technique. For example, Mr. Gulacy rarely uses motion lines in his comic art, except to depict the movement of a lightsaber, or in the case of Kir Kanos' preferred weapon, the force pike, a doubled-bladed long staff. This style gives Mr. Gulacy's work a heightened sense of realism. In the first "Crimson Empire" mini-series, Mr. Gulacy is inked by P. Craig Russell. In "Crimson Empire II: Council of Blood," he is embellished by Randy Emberlin. "Crimson Empire III: Empire Lost" saves the best for last as Mr. Gulacy produced full pencil and ink artwork for the third mini-series. He was always his best inker. This "Crimson Empire" collection also offers the reader the opportunity to see the evolution and advancement of comic coloring from 1997 through to 2012, the year of this special compendium's release. Dave Stewart created the color art for Mr. Gulacy's pencil work on the first two installments of the prime comic trilogy and the results display a marked improvement over the flat colors long produced in comics of the past. But with "Crimson Empire III," the most recent part of the saga, the color rendering of Michael Bartolo shows an even more nuanced use of tone and hue over Mr. Gulacy's art. Thanks in no small part to the computer age, comic coloring has come a long way from the days of newsprint. Another highlight of "The Crimson Empire Saga" is the inclusion of two addition stories within the thick hardcover. "How the Mighty have Fallen" is a tale written by Randy Stradley, and illustrated by Javier Saltares and Christopher Ivy. Published in 1999 as part of the Star Wars: The Bounty Hunters comic series, it relates how Kir Kanos created the secret bounty hunter identity Kenix Kil,to better hide from members of the fallen Galactic Empire that were hunting for him across the stars. The second adventure, the short story, "Hard Currency," was published in Dark Horse Extra, a newspaper-like fanzine released from 1998-2002, and features Kenix Kil teaching an enemy the cost of betrayal. It was scripted by Mr. Stradley, and drawn by Isaac Buckminster Owens. There is a great deal to enjoy in this "Crimson Empire" collection but it is not without flaws. While the premiere "Crimson Empire" mini-series succeeds in being an enthralling adventure on every level, "Crimson Empire II: Council of Blood" sometimes suffers from a story that concentrates too much on subterfuge and political power-plays; so much so that the series' starring character, Kir Kanos, seems rather to be a supporting player in his own story. The long-awaited third part in the "Crimson Empire" trilogy, "Empire Lost," improves on the faults of its predecessor but still has a sometimes convoluted plotline. Another flaw in the multi-part saga is the character arc of Mirith Sinn, the brave and beautiful Rebel Alliance commander who plays a major part in most of Kir Kanos' exploits. The series writers, Mr. Richardson and Mr. Stradley, showcase the evolution of the relationship between these two driven individuals, a relationship that has an undeniable chemistry. Mirith and Kir Kanos share a bond, a bond that is complicated by violent loss. But the complexities of their relationship are sometimes handled in conflicting ways from story to story, resulting in confusion for the reader in understanding the otherwise strong character of Mirith Sinn. Still another flaw in this collection is the editorial decision not to include all the striking covers painted by artist Dave Dorman for the 18 individual comics in the "Crimson Empire" trilogy of mini-series. While it is gratifying to see 6 of Mr. Dorman's contributions to the saga, notably his special wrap-around cover painting to the first "Crimson Empire" trade paperback reprint volume, as well as the "Crimson Empire Handbook" cover, this reviewer regrets the omission of the artist's 13 other paintings. Nor was the sole "variant" cover to "Crimson Empire III" number 1, drawn by Mr. Gulacy included, and it was the only cover he created for the entire series. It is doubly disappointing when the collection showcases Mr. Dorman's cover to that same comic issue twice in the book! This reviewer would have also been appreciative of a written introduction or history of the creation of the "Crimson Empire" series; and a feature that explained the long wait of 13 years before the concluding chapter in the trilogy was finally released for fans of the saga to enjoy. These editorial choices could have then given this hardcover collection the more appropriate title, "The Complete Crimson Empire Saga." Despite the above shortcomings, this is a very special Star Wars comic collection. From one Star Wars fan to any who read this review, I highly recommend you put on some of John Williams' immortal Star Wars music, sit back, open this hardcover and let yourself be taken away to that "galaxy far, far away" we love so much!
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Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2012
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Jonathan Miller
Natrona Heights, US
★★★★★ 5
One of the best Star Wars comic series of all time.
Format: Kindle
Crimson Empire was the first Star Wars comic that I read. Stories like these are what kept Star Wars alive and fresh during the nearly 20 years between films. I love the stories about those minor characters that you see in the films. When you saw the Crimson Guard with the Emperor for the first time, you knew there was something fascinating about these guardians of the most powerful being in the universe. This story delves into some of those characters. The art is fantastic, sort of that stylized 90's colorful art. Awesome battle scenes. It really captures the imagination. Great story, give it a try. I highly recommend getting a paper copy of this trade.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 10, 2015
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steven
Waukegan, US
★★★★★ 5
Top Notch!
Format: Hardcover
A lot of the time when your reading SW books your imagination doesn't quite fill in the gaps that the author leaves. A lot of SW books have little to no detail because they are movie or game based. This is where the top notch illiustrations took this story line to a whole new level! Richardson does a great job on developping the main character. I was very impressed with the quality of the story and blown away with the illustrations. Great read for all!
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Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2013

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