Alex Spencer

And then (my favourite bit) we get a little vignette demonstrating the kind of emotional nastiness Die is capable of.pic.twitter.com/lEoFvLf8bV

Note the flatter style Hans uses for flashback panels. She even applies this to single details in the present – Sir Lane first emerging from the mists of the past is rendered differently to Ash in the foreground.pic.twitter.com/3GArfJsvN2

It's actually one of two ways Hans indicates flashbacks. For the fantasy world, you've got this more storybook style. For the real world, panels have these lovely rough edges – memories bleeding out into the present.pic.twitter.com/RBB2YLSjoh

Other bits of 'I ♡ Stephanie Hans' goodness: When characters use their powers, all colour fades away – except for a blood-bright red. (In line with the lettering of Ash's captions.)pic.twitter.com/DbIFWLJK0n

Kieron Gillen remains uniquely good at observing and expressing our darker moments. This is relatable, in the most unflattering way.pic.twitter.com/gf1y9VBVEL

I haven't giggled at a page turn like this since the early days of Saga. Just beautifully unhinged worldbuilding.pic.twitter.com/hnLXQYAyQD

One last note, on this month's cover star: Chuck, who against every fibre of my better judgement might be my favourite so far.pic.twitter.com/94jbhWVDKS