Star Wars Legend Timothy Zahn Makes the Lightspeed Jump to Star Trek in 2027 - NYCC 2026
Timothy Zahn, legendary author of the Star Wars Thrawn trilogy that defined the franchise’s Expanded Universe in the 1990s, is making his creative entrance into the Star Trek universe. IDW Publishing announced at New York Comic Con 2026 that Zahn will write a new graphic novel titled “Star Trek: Roc’s Egg,” illustrated by veteran Star Trek artist Ángel Hernández. The story is set on Deep Space 9, the beloved space station from Star Trek’s acclaimed television series, with a 2027 release date planned.
This marks Zahn’s first official venture into Star Trek, representing a significant crossover between two of science fiction’s most iconic franchises. While Zahn has spent decades crafting compelling narratives within the Star Wars galaxy—including continued work on Thrawn stories in Disney’s modern canon—his proven expertise in developing complex characters and storylines within established universes positions him well to explore the Deep Space 9 setting. The announcement has generated considerable interest among fans of both franchises, eager to see how one of Star Wars’ most celebrated authors will interpret the possibilities and conflicts within the Star Trek universe.