![]() ![]() We wonder if we’ll encounter anything that links up. Taking place in the evocative futuristic/post-apocalyptic cityscape of Haddyn (presumably somewhere in what used to be the USA), “Fray” – gorgeously brought to life by Karl Moline (pencils), Andy Owens (inks) and Dave Stewart (colors) - stands as a goal line as we read the “Buffy” Season 8-and-beyond comics (which are still going today). ![]() Demons and vampires – called “lurks” – can be found in the slums, but no one knows their historical significance. ![]() Written by Joss Whedon when he had free moments while overseeing three TV shows, it’s the complete origin story of Melaka Fray, a Slayer called to duty in the 23 rd century, long after Slayers and magic have been forgotten by the populace. While most of the Dark Horse “Buffy” comics released during the show’s TV run are considered non- or quasi-canonical – and are rarely talked about by fans - a glowing exception is the eight-issue “Fray” (June 2001-July 2003). ![]()
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