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NIGHTSHADE

THE WITNESS IN THE DARK

A hunted archivist offers proof of betrayal. Kaelan must choose between recovering his name and protecting her voice.

By Hubert Bradley · Fantasy · 10 story pages · 13 total pages including covers and credits

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A hunted archivist offers proof of betrayal. Kaelan must choose between recovering his name and protecting her voice.
Front cover
Written by Hubert Bradley. BEUH LEES ANIME COMICS.
Credits
Kaelan watches a hunted archivist flee through Velloria.
Story page 1 of 10
He steps between the witness and her pursuer.
Story page 2 of 10
Shadow Step intercepts the attack. He recognizes the mark on the pursuer.
Story page 3 of 10
The witness shows him the ledger containing his name and proof of betrayal.
Story page 4 of 10
The pursuer destroys their footing. Kaelan reaches for the falling witness.
Story page 5 of 10
He chooses her hand over the falling book.
Story page 6 of 10
He asks her to close a shutter when he moves, trusting her help.
Story page 7 of 10
The light dies. Veil of Night conceals his movement.
Story page 8 of 10
The Last Light disables the lantern and restrains the pursuer.
Story page 9 of 10
The witness speaks before the city. Kaelan stays until they hear her.
Story page 10 of 10
A hunted archivist offers proof of betrayal. Kaelan must choose between recovering his name and protecting her voice.
Back cover