Lady Mechanika #2

When people envision true terror, they often imagine monstrous creatures capable of inflicting unimaginable horrors. These vicious beings, with their immense power and unyielding nature, instill fear in the hearts of many. But are these formidable monsters truly the most terrifying form of evil? Is their sheer strength and brutality more unsettling than the insidious, disarming, and sinister evil that lurks in the shadows? It is the latter that can truly haunt one’s dreams, for while the former may be brutal and visible, the latter strikes when least expected. This is a lesson that a young Lady Mechanika learns during her time at the Ministry of Health.

Lady Mechanika #2 delves deeper into its chilling narrative, skillfully building its characters, setting, and atmosphere. It unflinchingly portrays the brutality inflicted upon Lady Mechanika by the deacon and the oppressive discipline maintained by those in charge of the asylum’s dormitory. The issue effectively captures the nightmarish experiences that the protagonist shares with her companion.

What sets the cruelty of the staff apart is the nature of the inmates themselves. These young ladies, with physical characteristics that deviate from societal norms, are deemed unwelcome in “proper” society. They find themselves in a constant state of fear and terror, cowering before their keepers, hoping to avoid their wrath. Amidst this atmosphere of fear, one courageous young lady stands out. She reaches out to Lady Mechanika, risking her own safety to help her adapt to this new environment. However, it soon becomes evident that this benevolent figure is not all that she appears to be, and the book makes no effort to conceal this truth.