Outbound Flight, a complete and unabridged audio rendition of the Star Wars Legends novel of the same name, was penned by Timothy Zahn. Marc Thompson lends his voice to the audiobook version, which Random House Audio released on December 19, 2023 as a component of The Essential Legends Collection. Following the novel, listeners can enjoy an unabridged (77 minutes) recording of Zahn's short story "Mist Encounter." which is also written by Zahn.
On an expansive journey that stretches far beyond the borders of the Republic, the Jedi are destined to face their most remarkable foe. They will also have their conviction and selflessness tested when faced with a challenge that could break them.
Before the Clone Wars begin, Jedi Master Jorus C'baoth makes a formal request to the Senate to back a project of immense scope: Outbound Flight. This ambitious endeavor envisions six Jedi Masters, twelve Jedi Knights, and a population of fifty thousand individuals setting out on a voyage aboard a massive vessel. This ship, stocked for years of travel, will seek out intelligent life and establish colonies on uncharted worlds beyond the galaxy's known boundaries.
Unbeknownst to the esteemed Jedi Master, the launch of this mission is being carefully manipulated by an unlikely accomplice: the sinister Sith Lord Darth Sidious. He harbors his own secret motivations for ensuring Outbound Flight proceeds as planned.
However, Darth Sidious is not the most formidable obstacle the mission faces. Once underway, the starship encounters the forces of the alien Chiss Ascendancy, along with a brilliant strategist named Thrawn, at the edge of Unknown Space. Even the presence of Jedi Knight Obi-Wan Kenobi, who is aboard Outbound Flight with his apprentice Anakin Skywalker, cannot prevent the impending disaster. What starts as a peaceful Jedi expedition swiftly transforms into a desperate battle for survival against overwhelming odds and a truly malevolent adversary.
Random House Audio published the audiobook, performed by Marc Thompson, on December 19, 2023 as part of The Essential Legends Collection. Cathleen Conte recorded it at CDM Sound Studios, and Justin Kilpatrick edited it. Paul Goodrich handled post-production and sound mixing. Kevin Thomsen served as producer and director, while Nick Martorelli was the executive producer.
- ISBN 9780593910061 ; December 19 , 2023 ; Random House Audio ; Digital audiobook [1]