Fables, Vol. 4

The illustrations really bring the story to life, but I wonder what choices the artist made to evoke that timeless fairy tale feel. Did the visual style evolve over the series?

The characters are often faced with tough decisions that blur the lines between right and wrong. How did others interpret their actions—were they justified or problematic?

The Wooden Soldiers are such a fascinating element—were they based on any specific fairy tales or mythologies, or did they develop organically as a symbol of obedience and rebellion?