“But if it’s true that a single human sacrifice can get this crazy weather back to normal, then I’m all for it. Who wouldn’t be?” (129–30).

This volume raises the question that will most challenge the reader (viewer) at the end of the story. Suga’s blatant formulation feels ugly—but I think it’s what we all struggle with. How much are we willing to sacrifice something good in order to gain a feeling of control over our surroundings? As long as I get stability and peace of mind, does it matter if someone else has to suffer, especially if they’re willing to do so on my behalf?

It’s such an interesting point in this story, because as I see it, on the one hand it’s a terrible thing to believe. No, we vehemently say, of course we wouldn’t sacrifice something innocent just for our own personal security and control! And it’s right to say that. But then on the other hand, as a Christian I affirm that that’s exactly what Jesus was for me: the innocent sacrifice that confronted the elements and guaranteed my abundant life.

This is quite a lot to ponder, especially in an animated film/graphic novel.