Madame Xanadu #19 - Vertigo

This issue takes us way back in time in Nimue and Morgana's story. Back to when they were just adolescent girls running amok in the woods. Granted they're probably hundreds of years old, but . . they look to be in their pre-teens. In this story of evolution, man never stepped foot on the Earth until Atlantis sank and their people were welcomed onto the lands by the magik folk. Also it's interesting to note, that at this time Nimue was actually more progressed in the magic arts than her elder sister Morgana. It wasn't until 'man' showed up that Morgana started getting curious, and mischievous with their lives. To her they were just playthings. Much like an ant-hill, or the insects of the forest. As time passes on, she begins to play with their lives and futures more and more. But it isn't until they begin to develop weapons that she really becomes enthralled. That's when she starts taking her games to a whole new level. And then . . then on the horizon . . here comes the Roman Empire. Oh what delicious fun she's going to have here. So far our story here has brought us into the age of heroes. However, I think Matt Wagner wanted to take us back and show us just where Nimue came from. Plus I think he wanted to define the relationship between her and her sister Morgana. Personally, I think he's a genius. There's just limitless possibilities with this character. All the various ages and times that she's lived in . . there's just no limit to the amount of stories that can be told. Well . . no limit except Matt's own imagination. Which I would guess that we've barely tapped in to yet. Joelle Jones and David Hahn provide the art for this issue. It has a very whimsical and mystical feel to it. It was perfect for this story. I think this book is another one of those hidden treasures. But don't take my word for it. Pick up a TPB and check it out. I think you'll be pleasantly surprised.