Madame Xanadu #1-12 (Ongoing)

is an ongoing DC comic book series published under its Vertigo imprint with the starting cover date of August 2008. It tells the story of one of DC Comics most enigmatic characters, originally known as Nimue Inwudu, lover to Merlin and sister to the legendary sorceresses Morgana and Viviane and whose personal history is closely intertwined with the mysterious Phantom Stranger. The stories that unfold each issue are presented in the manner of a gothic romance with elements of history, mythology and mysticism, as Madame Xanadu revisits famous legends and stories of different eras. This series has been nominated for 4 Eisner awards. Issue #12 was released June 24, 2009.

The second exciting issue featuring the return of artist Michael Wm. Kaluta! Tipping the scales of justice, the ageless and beautiful Madame Xanadu becomes embroiled in a supernatural murder mystery. As she pursues a savage killer in 1940s New York City, her clairvoyance reveals a centuries-long record of fear, hate and cowardice. Written by Matt Wagner, Art and cover by Michael Wm. Kaluta. -- Issue #12 Solicitation

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