Star Wars: Crimson Empire III: Empire Lost is a trade paperback belonging to the Star Wars Legends continuity. This volume compiles the six-part comic series Star Wars: Crimson Empire III: Empire Lost created by Randy Stradley and Mike Richardson, alongside the tale "The Third Time Pays for All," which initially appeared in Dark Horse Presents #1. Dark Horse Books released it to the public on September 25, 2012.
The last of Emperor Palpatine's Royal Guard, Kir Kanos, seeks retribution against Luke Skywalker and others he holds responsible for the Emperor's demise. However, Mirith Sinn, his former foe and a potential romantic interest, stands in his way. Unbeknownst to them, both have become mere pieces in a clandestine scheme orchestrated by an Imperial faction!