Destiny has led to this moment. Saoirse has pushed herself to her limits. This allowed Nan to get the upper hand. Thought to be someone who cared, Nan revealed herself to be the true Cailleach!
Poised to let the Eater of The World free, Nan stands defiant. Saoirse has one last chance to stop her. She’s been tested before but never like this!
The Last Witch: Blood & Betrayal #5 by Conor McCreery, V. V. Glass, Natalia Nesterenko & Taylor Esposito (Ghost Glyph Studios) concludes its’ magical trip into the supernatural.
Let’s take a closer look at how the finale fares!
The Last Witch: Blood & Betrayal #5 by Conor McCreery, V. V. Glass, Natalia Nesterenko & Taylor Esposito (Ghost Glyph Studios) - Boom! Studios
*** POSSIBLE SPOILER WARNING ***
McCreery lets Saoirse go into a familiar theme of this story. The writing shows her struggles and win versus self-doubt. Much of her strength comes from Brahm. The younger sibling’s optimism shines in clutch points. This proves true yet again in the early pages. From here, the road to the main even gets very short.
Readers get a double dose of showdowns for the finale. Nan’s confrontation with Hugh provides an equal threat with Saoirse’s fight. Pacing moves very fast as the action takes hold. It gives the audience a true sense of Saoirse’s growth and confidence. The battles live up to billing until they ultimately cross paths.
In this stage, the writing unloads on the pent-up emotion. There are a few scenes where you are kept on edge to where the Witch will act. This winds up concluding on a somber, yet fitting point. The resolution completes loose ends. Before bowing out, a little nod is given to readers on where things might lead next time they cross paths with the Last Witch.
Glass & Nesterenko lean heavily into the family bond between witch and brother. The opening pages show Brahm’s unwavering support in danger. This leads to a fitting acknowledgement of emotions from Saoirse. It serves as a well-timed transition to her fight against the Eater. Once here, the panels feel heavy with pressure mounting. The art reflects Saoirse’s new confidence in her reactions. This all leads to a steady close before dealing with Nan.
Readers see a drained witch ready to explode. Saoirse’s eyes tell quite a tale. Her rage can’t be denied. A well placed side panel instantly melts down the anger into nothing. Panels showcase the strain put on the young supernatural wielder. This leads into the outcome of Nan’s tale. A half page image speaks volumes as this portion wraps up. The epilogue gives a few different looks before leaving some mystery behind. A final panel puts a definitive stamp on what has been a truly thrilling ride.
FINAL GRADE: 9.4
Saoirse’s journey into magic proves to be a captivating finale. McCreery’s writing dives into the emotional baggage carried while fighting to survive. Glass and the art team weave in the drama in-between the magical confrontation. The series has been well worth the wait and you shouldn’t delay picking it up.
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