Wynd volume 1: The Flight Of The Prince

James Tynion IV creates a unique world where humans have kept themselves away from the rest of the world due to their fears of the powerful magical beings that exist. From the perspective of Wynd, a very sweet and shy kid he hides the fact that he has pointy ears. He lives with Miss Molly who took him in as a baby and has been working hard to keep him a secret from those who would hurt him. 

In this wonderful first story arc, we witness through bittersweet exchanges that there are a few humans in this town that understand that the treatment of magic people is wrong. There are humans who refuse to ever even come into contact with Weirdbloods yet say horrendous things based on prejudiced views. These conflicting views put Wynd in a rough position as the issues progress. Tynion shows what its like for someone to live most of their life hearing hurtful comments about who he truly is. While facing this inner turmoil, there is the very eerie Bandaged Man who has his eyes set for any Weirdblood to hunt. 

This first volume does a good job at exploring the adorable and innocent ways Wynd crushes on one of the other leading characters. I appreciate seeing moments like these as his very shy approaches are very similar to how I reacted with cute boys when I was his age. In a lot of ways I was able to see myself in Wynd from a younger age. Tynion creating that connection for readers is honestly beautiful. 

The art and coloring really stands out in the moments of world building for the story. Michael Dialynas gives readers a beautiful and striking backstory that reveals the lore and origin behind both humans and magical beings in their history. The way the panels are drawn really brings you deep into wanting to learn more, yet be still satisfied with what is revealed.