Fables #45
In "Arabian Nights (and Days) Chapter Four: Act of War," Sinbad faces the consequences of his actions with surprising grace—spared by Fabletown’s forces after being deemed responsible for his own choices. With newfound purpose, he agrees to build a Fabletown in Baghdad, freeing his slaves and welcoming those who wish to stay, while King Cole steps in as a bridge between the two communities. Written by Bill Willingham and illustrated by Mark Buckingham, with inks by Steve Leialoha and Andrew Pepoy, colors by Daniel Vozzo, and letters by Todd Klein, the issue’s evocative cover by James Jean captures the tale’s blend of myth and diplomacy.
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Determining that Yusuf acted on his own, Sinbad and his slaves are spared death by the forces of Fabletown. Instead, Sinbad offers to follow the laws of Fabletown in Baghdad’s version of Fabletown that he is setting up. To that end, he frees all of his slaves, some of whom chose to stay in Fabletown. King Cole joins him as a liaison between the two towns.
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