Following the total destruction of Fabletown, the resilient community of displaced folklore characters relocates to the Business Office at the Farm. As they attempt to rebuild, a new threat emerges in the form of Mister Dark, an ancient entity of pure shadow who feeds on fear and possesses the power to manipulate reality. To combat this encroaching darkness, the fables must assemble a magical strike team led by Frau Totenkinder. The group struggles to organize their fractured supernatural defenses while dealing with the fallout of the Empire's defeat and the emergence of unexpected leaders within their secret society.
This volume targets readers of modern urban fantasy and long-form graphic narratives who appreciate the subversion of traditional fairytales. It appeals to those interested in internal political maneuvers and the logistics of building a resistance under duress. Readers walk away with a detailed understanding of the magical mechanics governing this universe and see how classic archetypes adapt to desperate, life-threatening circumstances. The story provides a technical look at how community structures reassemble after a total systemic collapse.
Clear-cut and escapist; an easy read.
Best for readers like The Escapist Adventurer. Which reader are you?
- Published
- 2010
- Language
- EN
