Long ago, but right here in this galaxy, Marvel Comics' classic 1977-1986 STAR WARS ongoing series also spotlighted Darth Vader on numerous occasions, but at a time when the original trilogy of films kept much of his personal details murky.

To mark the start of the new limited series, here’s a rundown of what we believe to be five of the Dark Lord’s greatest moments from those thrilling days of yesteryear.

After the initial six-issue adaptation of the 1977 film, the series took its own sweet time rolling out another Vader invasion—and when it did, it satisfied on many levels.