MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE: THE WINGS OF FATE #3 (Dark horse comics)

Eternia needs a champion, but until he gets there, they only have an unlikely hero. As Orko watches over the injured Sorceress who is still in her Zoar form. She has a dream that is invaded by Evil Lin who is trying to find out where she is hiding or heading to. But Lin gets a bigger surprise when she gets a glimpse of what the future has in store for Skeletor, her, and Eternia as a whole.

Masters of the Universe: The Wings of Fate #3 - Written By Tim Sheridan – Art By Will Sliney - Colors By Israel Silva - Letters By Andworld Design - Edited By Brett Israel - Published By Dark Horse Comics

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*** POSSIBLE SPOILER WARNING ***

STORY OVERVIEW:

As Orko and Skwink look over Zoar as she tries to rest her injuries away, they don’t know the danger she currently finds herself in. The Sorceress is having a dream that is then invaded by Evil-Lyn who is trying to figure out where the Sorceress is hiding so Skeletor and her can get their hands on the Sword of Power. Realizing she is in danger the Sorceress puts up a fight, but Evil-Lyn enjoys toying with her too much. This manifests itself by Lyn taking her to the past and even showing her a version of the future where Skeletor has all the power. The Sorceress ends up pulling Orko into her dream to try and help save her from the clutches of Evil-Lyn. Even though Orko can’t save her, he buys her enough time to show Lyn a different view of the future when Eternia’s champion returns with the Sword of Power. Now, Evil-Lyn must face down He-Man well not losing her grasp on the Sorceress.

WRITING:

This issue continues to expand the mythology established in the major motion picture while proving that the comic can do more than simply fill in gaps between larger events. Tim Sheridan uses the familiar world of Eternia as a foundation, but he builds outward from it with new conflicts, character moments, and supernatural ideas that feel essential to this particular story. The premise fits naturally into the continuity of the film, yet the issue never feels trapped by what readers already know. Instead, Sheridan uses that familiarity to create tension: we may understand where the larger saga is heading, but we do not know what Orko and the Sorceress will have to endure before Eternia’s champion returns.

The dream-state confrontation between the Sorceress and Evil-Lyn is the strongest example of that approach. By moving the conflict away from a conventional physical battle, Sheridan gives both characters a more personal and psychologically dangerous arena in which to fight. Evil-Lyn is not merely trying to overpower the Sorceress; she is probing her fears, testing her resolve, and attempting to use visions of the past and future as weapons. That makes every exchange feel threatening because the Sorceress cannot rely on strength alone. She has to protect her secrets, resist Evil-Lyn’s manipulation, and maintain hope while she is wounded and vulnerable.

Sheridan also writes Evil-Lyn with an effective combination of confidence, cruelty, and curiosity. She clearly enjoys controlling the dream and forcing the Sorceress to witness possibilities that seem to confirm Skeletor’s eventual victory. Her one-upmanship gives the sequence a sharp rhythm, with each new vision raising the stakes and making the threat to Eternia feel larger. At the same time, the Sorceress is not reduced to a passive victim. Even in her weakened state, she searches for an opening, draws Orko into the dream, and ultimately counters Evil-Lyn’s vision with one of her own. That reversal reinforces one of the issue’s central ideas: power is not limited to physical dominance, and hope can be used as a weapon against fear.

Orko’s involvement adds another layer to the writing because his courage matters more than his ability to win. He cannot simply overpower Evil-Lyn or rescue the Sorceress on his own, but his willingness to enter the dream and stand beside her gives her the time she needs to fight back. That choice continues the series’ effort to position him as an unlikely hero. His actions may appear small compared with the cosmic struggle surrounding the Sword of Power, yet they have enormous consequences. Sheridan understands that Orko is most compelling when his fear is visible but does not stop him from doing what is necessary.

The pacing of the sequence allows Sheridan to steadily increase the suspense without losing sight of the characters. Each vision feels like a new escalation, and the constant shifts in control keep the dream from becoming a simple exposition device. When the Sorceress finally reveals a future in which Eternia’s champion returns with the Sword of Power, the appearance of He-Man lands as both a triumphant moment and an effective cliffhanger. Readers know that He-Man is destined to become the central force in this conflict, but the reveal still carries weight because it is presented as the answer to Evil-Lyn’s certainty. The issue ends with renewed momentum, placing Evil-Lyn between the future she wants and the champion who may destroy it. Even with the broad destination already established, Sheridan keeps the journey unpredictable, dramatic, and exciting enough to leave readers eager for the next issue.

ARTWORK:

The artwork in this issue continues to bring Eternia to life, while also making the world much larger than we have seen previously. Will Sliney shows us the grand scale of what Eternia actually is and that we have only scratched the surface of what is there. Sliney much like Sheridan gives the reader an air of familiarity, while still putting his own touches on the world as a whole. Just like in the writing this issue really shines in how the art is depicted in the dream battle. Sliney gets to show off what the past and possible futures will look like and he leaves very little to the imagination. The actual combat is exciting and is sure to captivate every reader. But it’s the scenery that steals the show for me. Seeing a dystopian future where Skeletor has won looks miserable just how you would envision it to look. Whereas the version of the future where He-Man becomes the rightful champion shows hope and excitement for the future. Israel Silva does a fantastic job with the colors in this one. Matching the different scenes perfectly with his pallet making the world really feel vivid, atmospheric, and fully realized, with each shift in color reinforcing the contrast between Skeletor’s oppressive future and the brighter promise represented by He-Man’s return, and allowing every setting, magical effect, and dramatic beat to come to life.

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Final Thoughts:

Masters of the Universe: The Wings of Fate #3 delivers a compelling dream battle, strong character work, and striking visuals that expand Eternia while staying connected to the film. The issue is not flawless, but its suspense, atmosphere, and memorable He-Man reveal make it a highly enjoyable issue. Pick up a copy at your LCS and share your thoughts on where this battle will take Eternia next.

FINAL GRADE: 8.8/10

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