In addition to marking the start of a new story arc that connects Star Wars to the Dark Droids crossover event, this issue and the rest of the Dark Droids arc in Star Wars serves as a sequel to Star Wars: Lando, a prior comic by Soule.
LOBOT LOST! – A DARK DROIDS TIE-IN! Something has gone horribly wrong with Lobot, putting the Rebellion at terrible risk! Lando Calrissian will do anything to save his friend, even if it means betraying the Rebels. Will the SCOURGE OF THE DROIDS destroy any chance to cure Lobot, or will he be lost forever?
- Star Wars Vol. 7: Dark Droids