In this review of Zatanna #6, we reach the end of this twisted tale of truth and lies, as Zatanna, Allura, and Lady White come to a sort of understanding.
ZATANNA #6
Written by JAMAL CAMPBELL
Art and Main Cover by JAMAL CAMPBELL
Variant Covers: FRANK CHO, HOMARE, JULIET NNEKA
Page Count: 32 pages
Release Date: July 16, 2025
Zatanna #6 begins as the storybook opening this time around goes back to the princess and her shadow (or, the Princesses Allura, as they’re dubbed), as they’re separated by the village’s Arch-Mage and the shadow is banished. Flashing back a bit, Allura strikes the deal with Lady White: she’ll help her escape Brother Night’s control, if she helps her to get her own revenge.
Back in the present, the pair still have Brother Night at their mercy. He makes an effort to turn them against one another, before assuming control of the Crimson Palace itself, all of its surfaces taking on an uncomfortably fleshy quality (not unlike Adam’s apartment a few issues back).
As the ladies try to make a break for it, though, Zatanna resurfaces, and she’s brought plenty of backup. Some try to help evacuate the place, as Zatanna goes to get Dan back to his normal self.
Zatanna and Wonder Woman face off with Lady White and Allura, respectively. Allura tries to use the Laevateinn on Wonder Woman, only for her to retaliate/no-sell it with her lasso. Lady White tries to bite Zatanna’s neck, only for her to turn out to be Clayface.
She traps herself and Lady White, the two going into a memory of Lady White’s past. Allura is there as well, as a more parasitic influence. At that point, Zatanna offers her another deal: a truce in exchange for her regaining real control of her life.
From there, Zatanna turns the Laevateinn against Allura, making her a harmless (and adorable) creature. Talking a bit, Zatanna understands Lady White’s situation (but can’t forgive her). Adam’s whereabouts are currently unknown, Lady White still wants revenge on Brother Night, and it’s time for Zatanna and Dan to head back home.
Zatanna #6 was quite an ending to one insane story. The further explanation of Laevateinn’s origins and capabilities just made so much sense, I think. Derived from the tongue of the Norse god of mischief, meant to implant a lie in whoever it stabs that’s difficult to dispel…I appreciated that being clarified.
It also made Wonder Woman’s inclusion in the final push a perfect touch, given that truth is a huge part of her.
The reveal that Lady White was being used not only by Brother Night but also Allura was sort of painful to see. The last time she’d had any real control over things looked to be before she died (or when she’d managed to procure a peaceful eternal rest for herself). So, her coming to a ceasefire with Zatanna (for now) was a good direction to take things. It wasn’t like Zatanna was the one that messed up her afterlife plans, and all. On that note, to see her give Brother Night what’s coming to him would be fun to see sometime in the future.
I’m curious as to what might come up in the future for this story, overall. Yes, the tale itself may have come to an end, but the fact that there may be an undead Adam roaming about, along with the pending revenge, leaves a couple of doors open. Will Lady White and Zatanna end up at odds again? I wouldn’t be surprised if that happens one day.
The return of the fleshy walls as Brother Night made a run for it made for a delightfly twisted visual. The coloring of the various locations in this issue was a gorgeous sight, from the cool tones of Lady White’s old village (contrasting beautifully with Allura’s darkness), to the sunset at the lighthouse at the end, it’s an experience. The compositions of each page are no slouch, either (with a particular favorite being that shot of Dan sporting a pair of angelic wings as he’s fully brought back to himself; it’s an effective image).
Final Thoughts
Epic battles, twisted visuals, and some closure, Zatanna #6 wraps things up in a most fitting way. This was a lovely end to one hell of a story. There are still a few things left to answer, but overall? Satisfied with how it concluded.
