Chiaroscuro #5
"Book Five: Limb of Satan" delivers a striking chapter in Chiaroscuro #5, where Leonardo’s arrival in Mantua sets the stage for intrigue and artistic ambition. As he paints a portrait of Isabella d'Este—destined to echo through history—Salai moves quietly through the court’s shadows, weaving his own designs. Written by Pat McGreal and David Rawson, with evocative art by Chas Truog and inks by Rafael Kayanan, the issue blends historical atmosphere with subtle tension. The cover, a collaborative effort by Stephen John Phillips and Richard Bruning, captures the mood with precision.
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Leonardo arrives in Mantua and paints a portrait of Isabella d'Este that will become the Mona Lisa. Salai begins his behind-the-scenes maneuvering in the new court.
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