The Books of Magic #32

In "Rites of Passage, Part Six: Drowning in Place," Tim confronts profound lessons in identity and maturity under the guidance of Aegaeon, a mysterious merman, as the balance of the world’s tides begins to falter. Leah steps into a new role as the Mermaid, her presence halting the ancient conflict between Yin the Dark and Yang the Bright—forces that have frozen the oceans in stillness. Written by John Ney Rieber and illustrated with striking detail by Peter Snejbjerg, with colors by Nathan Eyring and lettering by Richard Starkings and Comicraft, this issue blends mythic weight with intimate character growth. The cover, a hauntingly beautiful vision by Michael Wm. Kaluta, captures the story’s deep, oceanic tone.