The Jericho: Season 3 comics pick up right where the TV series left off, continuing the story of Jake Green and Robert Hawkins as they navigate the growing conflict between the Allied States of America (ASA) and the remnants of the old U.S. government. The comics expand the world of Jericho, introducing new political intrigue, military strategy, and survival challenges.
Issue #1 – The Fight Begins
Release Date: November 25, 2009
The story opens ten months after the bombs, with Hawkins and Jake in Texas, which remains independent from the ASA. They attend a meeting with Texan leaders, hoping to secure support against the ASA. However, before any agreements can be made, Cheyenne forces launch an air raid, killing key leaders and crippling Texas’ defenses.
Hawkins and Jake barely escape, realizing that Texas is no longer safe. Meanwhile, the ASA leadership discusses their next moves, revealing that they plan to force Texas into submission. Hawkins receives a distress call from John Smith, a former ASA operative who knows the government’s secrets.
Key Moments:
- Texas under attack – The ASA proves it will use force to expand its control.
- Hawkins and Jake on the run – Their mission shifts from diplomacy to survival.
- John Smith’s plea for help – His knowledge could change the war.
Issue #2 – Behind Enemy Lines
Release Date: January 13, 2010
Jake and Hawkins enter ASA territory, disguised as refugees. They must navigate checkpoints, black-market traders, and military patrols to reach Smith. Meanwhile, back in Jericho, Major Beck secretly aids the resistance, proving that not all ASA officers support the new government.
Key Moments:
- Jake and Hawkins infiltrate ASA territory – Their mission becomes more dangerous.
- Beck’s secret resistance – He begins questioning his orders.
- Smith’s location revealed – The heroes prepare to extract him.
Issue #3 – The Key to Victory
Release Date: March 10, 2010
Jake and Hawkins finally reach Smith, who reveals that the ASA’s entire information network has vulnerabilities. If they can access the right systems, they could cripple the ASA’s control over the country. However, ASA forces are closing in, forcing them to fight their way out.
Key Moments:
- Smith’s knowledge of ASA weaknesses – His intel could turn the tide.
- Escape under fire – Jake and Hawkins barely make it out alive.
- Jericho faces new ASA restrictions – The town’s resistance grows stronger.
Issue #4 – The Resistance Grows
Release Date: May 12, 2010
Jake and Hawkins regroup, realizing that they need allies to take down the ASA. They reach out to Texas rebels, hoping to form a coalition. Meanwhile, in Jericho, Beck faces pressure from ASA leadership, forcing him to choose between loyalty and morality.
Key Moments:
- Texas rebels join the fight – The resistance gains strength.
- Beck’s internal conflict – His loyalty to the ASA is tested.
- Hawkins prepares a major strike – The next phase of the war begins.
Issue #5 – The Final Stand
Release Date: July 14, 2010
The resistance launches a coordinated attack against ASA forces, targeting key infrastructure. Hawkins and Jake lead the charge, using Smith’s intel to disrupt ASA communications. Meanwhile, Beck makes his choice, turning against the ASA and joining the resistance.
Key Moments:
- The resistance strikes – The ASA faces its first major setback.
- Beck’s defection – He officially sides with Jericho.
- Hawkins’ final mission – He prepares to expose the ASA’s biggest secret.
Issue #6 – The War for America
Release Date: September 15, 2010
The final issue sees the resistance gaining ground, but the ASA refuses to back down. Hawkins delivers proof of the ASA’s involvement in the nuclear attacks to the remnants of the old U.S. government, hoping to spark a nationwide rebellion. The series ends on a cliffhanger, leaving the future of America uncertain.
Key Moments:
- Hawkins exposes the ASA’s crimes – The truth is finally revealed.
- Jericho prepares for all-out war – The fight is far from over.
- The fate of the country hangs in the balance – Will the resistance succeed?
Final Thoughts
The Jericho: Season 3 comics successfully continue the story, expanding the world and deepening the political intrigue. While the series was cut short, it provides critical answers about the ASA, Texas, and the resistance. Fans of the show will appreciate the faithful character portrayals and high-stakes storytelling.
