Ever wondered what happened right after Darth Vader screamed "NOOOO!" at the end of Revenge of the Sith? This incredible 2017 Marvel Comics series by Charles Soule, often called "Dark Lord of the Sith," throws you straight into that moment. We see a broken, enraged Vader adjusting to his new cybernetic body and the crushing weight of his losses. It's a raw, visceral look at the birth of the galaxy's most feared villain, as he takes his first brutal steps as the Emperor's enforcer and begins to truly become more machine than man. This isn't just another Vader story; it's a crucial piece of his canonical journey. You'll witness him forge his iconic red lightsaber, lead the terrifying Inquisitors on ruthless Jedi hunts, and solidify his dark power. If you want to understand the rage, the pain, and the terrifying transformation that forged the Darth Vader we know, this series is an absolute must-read, showing exactly how Anakin Skywalker was fully consumed by the dark side.