So… Black doesn’t bleed because she has already bled herself out (of magic fire). But she can absorb fire still? As seen 5 pages ago, where her hair gets brighter in the fire.
I am a bit confused something we saw 3 pages ago. Vane briefly comes back to life when branded, but then blackouts again until the funeral? Did I get that right?
And, much more important… Have we seen that sweet, sweet coat Hunter is wearing before? It sort of rings a bell.
Erin has a habit of ‘splainin’ things in their own time. Many segments of the story benefit from a second or third reading after more story has been revealed. I have a notion everything will be clear once this flashback is finished.
Until, of course, another twist wends its way through these pages…
One of the best parts of your art is the use of color.
I just re-read this and you know how to hype the drama of a scene with color. So striking and vibrant when it would be most impressing into memory. You have a gift for it.
Sorry you’re feeling down. Maybe it is time for a break to enjoy and smell the roses for a bit? I know I wouldn’t hold it against you.
It must be a grind to keep this locomotive going sometimes, even as wonderful as you’ve made it for us.
Even the Engineer needs to pull into the train yard at times to get her train shined up from time to time. Just know there are folks here who are your biggest fans, beyond even the eye-candy and story-porn you weave.
Last panel is interesting because Vane and her now burning house are in sepia flash back brown, yet John Henry, assenting a snow covered hill, is in color. So is this a collage of past and present? Maybe both?
If it’s the present, there’s no touch of gray in John’s beard. Also, Vane is looking up as if she is seeing John walking up the snowy hill. So many questions. Again, great illustration.
Boy, it’s sad to see that beautiful old Victorian burn, but then that seems to be the fate of every place these two go.
Oh dear. Immensely good eye js; you are correct both in that it is the present and that Hunter’s beard was gray-free. The latter was an embarrassing oversight (I finished this real late, okay?); fixed!
The pursuit begins. beautiful work Erin. this installment brings up more questions then answers tho,
It seems vane grows new flesh to cover her fiery body. then she grabs mer medical bag and her hat and cloak..and nothing else. By the way she is a fine figure of a woman.
You are correct. In retrospect I might have known the switch to that brownish suit (he’s wearing it earlier this book & his white coat was just, uh, misplaced) might be confusing; I was banking on the snow being the real tell. Thanks for the comment!
Haaaa something else I just noticed: Black has her hat in the last panel. If you look super close at the last page it’s maybe there on a hatrack by the door? Hard to see in all that sepia
Blood fire is a good term. Unlike Eve, Vane seems to be possessed of more than just one of Adam’s ribs. Did John Henry Hunter cheat on his dying wife in order to have a human sacrifice handy? Forgive the temperature reference,but that seems … cold.
Hi Erin. Been following and enjoying NTO since it’s inception. Great work! Something that’s been bubbling around in my mind just popped to the surface with this last page. One of the things that’s so attractive about this comic is the gorgeous outfits. That said, have you ever considered getting with a clothier to make some of the items. In particular Mr. Hunters outer garment, the overcoat or duster? I know it would be spendy but I might scrounge up some bucks for that duster in the last panel.
So… Black doesn’t bleed because she has already bled herself out (of magic fire). But she can absorb fire still? As seen 5 pages ago, where her hair gets brighter in the fire.
I am a bit confused something we saw 3 pages ago. Vane briefly comes back to life when branded, but then blackouts again until the funeral? Did I get that right?
And, much more important… Have we seen that sweet, sweet coat Hunter is wearing before? It sort of rings a bell.
I hope he can hang onto this coat awhile, anyway
It’s got at least a book in it. Maybe.
Okay, somebody needs to do a whole lot of ‘splainin’ for me to get what’s goin’ on here. Although it do look purty…
Erin has a habit of ‘splainin’ things in their own time. Many segments of the story benefit from a second or third reading after more story has been revealed. I have a notion everything will be clear once this flashback is finished.
Until, of course, another twist wends its way through these pages…
This
Thanks guys!
That wasn’t necessarily a compliment. it’s the one thing I hate about this story.
Hrm, he brings her to “re-life” and immediately sets off in plain view so she follows him, but to what end, oh I wonder?
Clearly, he has a scheme. Makes you wonder why he didn’t just carry the body to the destination, maybe she’s fat? *ducks*
I jest… He’s probably too cheap to pay freight. Yeah, that’s it!
Weaving a good story, Erin.
Much obliged, Em!
One of the best parts of your art is the use of color.
I just re-read this and you know how to hype the drama of a scene with color. So striking and vibrant when it would be most impressing into memory. You have a gift for it.
Thank you very kindly, Emanon! Well-timed compliment; feeling a little down.
Sorry you’re feeling down. Maybe it is time for a break to enjoy and smell the roses for a bit? I know I wouldn’t hold it against you.
It must be a grind to keep this locomotive going sometimes, even as wonderful as you’ve made it for us.
Even the Engineer needs to pull into the train yard at times to get her train shined up from time to time. Just know there are folks here who are your biggest fans, beyond even the eye-candy and story-porn you weave.
Last panel is interesting because Vane and her now burning house are in sepia flash back brown, yet John Henry, assenting a snow covered hill, is in color. So is this a collage of past and present? Maybe both?
If it’s the present, there’s no touch of gray in John’s beard. Also, Vane is looking up as if she is seeing John walking up the snowy hill. So many questions. Again, great illustration.
Boy, it’s sad to see that beautiful old Victorian burn, but then that seems to be the fate of every place these two go.
Next page, the posse shows up. Yeah right.
Oh dear. Immensely good eye js; you are correct both in that it is the present and that Hunter’s beard was gray-free. The latter was an embarrassing oversight (I finished this real late, okay?); fixed!
Thanks as always!
The pursuit begins. beautiful work Erin. this installment brings up more questions then answers tho,
It seems vane grows new flesh to cover her fiery body. then she grabs mer medical bag and her hat and cloak..and nothing else. By the way she is a fine figure of a woman.
I read this as just being able to “see” what was under all that heat as she exsanguinates herself but hmmm maybe you’re right?
Thank you kindly!
Is that Mme. Boudreaux on the table?
Is that Mmd. Boudreaux on the table?
Think so
People seem confused by the last panel but I think jsfury has it right: I think that’s present day, guys. It’s in living color.
You are correct. In retrospect I might have known the switch to that brownish suit (he’s wearing it earlier this book & his white coat was just, uh, misplaced) might be confusing; I was banking on the snow being the real tell. Thanks for the comment!
Haaaa something else I just noticed: Black has her hat in the last panel. If you look super close at the last page it’s maybe there on a hatrack by the door? Hard to see in all that sepia
Good eye!
So that’s how she got her body back…she bled out the blood fire.
Blood fire is a good term.
Unlike Eve, Vane seems to be possessed of more than just one of Adam’s ribs.
Did John Henry Hunter cheat on his dying wife in order to have a human sacrifice handy? Forgive the temperature reference,but that seems … cold.
Hi Erin. Been following and enjoying NTO since it’s inception. Great work! Something that’s been bubbling around in my mind just popped to the surface with this last page. One of the things that’s so attractive about this comic is the gorgeous outfits. That said, have you ever considered getting with a clothier to make some of the items. In particular Mr. Hunters outer garment, the overcoat or duster? I know it would be spendy but I might scrounge up some bucks for that duster in the last panel.
I’d be amenable to loaning out the clothing designs if a capable clothier wanted to give some a shot! That’d be amazing.