Black Orchid – DC Comics / Vertigo – (1993–1995) – Volume 2 – #1–22

Black Orchid – DC Comics / Vertigo – (1993–1995) – Volume 2 – Ongoing Series - #1–22

📘 Series Summary

Expanding on the high-concept limited series by Neil Gaiman and Dave McKean, Black Orchid Volume 2 launched as a cornerstone of the early Vertigo imprint. Written by Dick Foreman and illustrated by acclaimed artists including Jill Thompson and Rebecca Guay, the series follows the journey of Flora Black and the young Black Orchid clone, Suzy. The narrative dives deep into the "Green" mythology, exploring Black Orchid's role as an elemental nymph and her struggle against the cold, clinical machinations of the Logos Corporation.

The series is renowned for its lush, ethereal tone and complex psychological exploration. From the bayous of Louisiana to the Amazonian rainforest and the interdimensional Splintered Lands, Black Orchid seeks her lineage among the "Silent People" while evading hunters. The series concludes with the haunting six-part "A Twisted Season," where Suzy and Black Orchid face a final, transformative conflict in the heart of Manhattan. With striking painted covers by Dave McKean, this run remains a definitive example of Vertigo's mature, mythic storytelling.

⭐ Why This Series Stands Out

  • The direct continuation of the landmark 1988 Neil Gaiman story, broadening the character's elemental DC Universe ties.
  • Features painted covers for every issue by legendary artist Dave McKean, creating a consistent and haunting visual identity.
  • Showcases early Vertigo work from fan-favorite artist Jill Thompson (Scary Godmother, Sandman).
  • Includes a notable Swamp Thing crossover in Issue #5, further cementing the Orchid's place in the elemental "Green."
  • A sophisticated "Suggested for Mature Readers" narrative that balances ecological horror with high fantasy and noir elements.
  • Essential for collectors of 90s experimental DC titles and the "British Invasion" era of writers.

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