The Force is viewed obsolete in a "Vader-replacement" program approved by none other than the emperor himself! 
 More than just a game of light sabers, issue #5 is a game with politics. Lord Vader is now considered an obsolete "culture" by many, including the technically immortal Cylo and the emperor himself. This is old versus new, organic force versus arificial power. 
 Doctor Aphra, as always has her charms, an anti-hero with a heart and enthusiasm. The droids 000 and BT are very C3PO and R2D2 plus very, very evil and sarcastic!