Chiaroscuro #8

In "Book Eight: The Giant," Michelangelo completes his sculpture, marking a turning point in his journey. Salai, grappling with his own feelings, discovers he was merely a tool in Michelangelo’s creative process—leading him to return to Leonardo, where his emotional turmoil sparks a volatile reaction. Written by David Rawson and Pat McGreal, with striking art by Chas Truog and inks by Rafael Kayanan, this issue captures a raw, introspective moment in the series. The cover, a collaborative effort by Stephen John Phillips and Richard Bruning, complements the story’s emotional intensity.