The premiere issue of The Official Star Wars Fact File, titled The Official Star Wars Fact File 1, saw its release on December 27, 2001. This initial edition was written by Darren Allanson, David Bailey, Chris Gardner, and Iain Lowson. A unique illustration from Carl Lyons was also featured.
- Battle of Yavin (YAV 1-6): A pivotal historical event, the annihilation of the Death Star.
- Darth Maul (MAU 1-4): The lethal Sith assassin in service to Darth Sidious.
- Dark Lords of the Sith (SIT 1-2): Five millennia showcasing the dark side's malevolence.
- Wicket Wystri Warrick (WIC 1-4): The courageous Ewok who aided the Rebels on Endor's forest moon.
- Coruscant (COR 1-4): The 'Jewel of the Core Worlds' and the center of Galactic governance.
- 2-1B Medical Droid (MED 1-2): The skilled surgical droid who defected to the Rebel alliance.
- Darth Maul's Lightsaber (LIG 1-2): Unveiling the secrets of the Sith Lord's double-bladed weapon.
- T-65 X-wing Fighter (XWI 1-2): Complete schematics of the Rebel's preferred single-seat starfighter.
The article focusing on the Dark Lords of the Sith showcases original artwork created by Carl Lyons, portraying Exar Kun, Ulic Qel-Droma, Freedon Nadd and Naga Sadow.