We'll finally find out how C-3PO got his red arm next month

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We'll finally find out the mystery of how C-3PO wound up with a red arm in "Star Wars: The Force Awakens."

Following the announcement of a Poe Dameron spin-off comic, Marvel announced that the beloved droid, C-3PO, will take center stage in a comic to be released in March. First announced in September, Disney and Marvel debuted a first look at the first few pages of C-3PO's story late on Thursday.

"Star Wars Special: C-3PO No. 1" will follow the fan-favorite droid on a new adventure set before the events of "The Force Awakens." C-3PO has been a staple of the legendary series since his debut in the 1977 original film, "Star Wars: A New Hope."

Here's the cover:

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Marvel has also confirmed special variant covers for the issue as well.

So far, details are sparse on the story elements, but by the time C-3PO appears in "The Force Awakens," the heroes are too wrapped up in the battle against Supreme Leader Snoke and the First Order to listen to what happened to him.

Looks like this March, he'll finally get time in the spotlight to tell his story. Take a look at the first few pages from the story:

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