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Preludes · about 17 years before Dune

Dune: House Harkonnen Vol. 2

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From Arrakis to Wallach IX, the schemes tighten; collects issues #5–8

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Not required. It's left out of the main story but is part of the full chronological order.

Where it falls in the order

  • Main storynot included
  • Chronological5 of 14
BeforeDune: House Harkonnen Vol. 1AfterDune: House Harkonnen Vol. 3
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Quick recap

The story spreads from Arrakis to Wallach IX, the Bene Gesserit world. The Harkonnens widen their plans, and the schemes reach Duncan Idaho and Duke Leto in moments that will mark them both. On Arrakis, young Liet Kynes clashes with the Fremen Warrick. On Wallach IX, the Bene Gesserit press on with their plans. Meanwhile, research on synthetic spice moves forward on Ix under Tleilaxu control. The volume ends with tensions at their peak, on the eve of Volume 3's final clash.

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Trivia

  1. Behind the scenesA guest artist

    This volume switches artists: Fran Galán, known for Creepshow, draws it, with colors by Patricio Delpeche.

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  2. ReferenceWallach IX, Bene Gesserit home

    The story visits Wallach IX, the Bene Gesserit school world, home of the sisterhood of Jessica and Reverend Mother Mohiam.

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  3. ReferenceLiet versus Warrick

    On Arrakis, young Liet Kynes clashes with the Fremen Warrick, a rivalry the films never show.

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