hell hath no fury.

These were drawn on a giant post-it paper pad!

Mister Miracle #4, by Jack Kirby and Vince Colletta

Y’know, you’re dressed like something outta Broadway show! Total avant!

This? It's my battle armor.

It is a pleasure to make you acquaintance, Barda. I have heard a number of tales about you.

[ A grin touched Barda's face, holding out her hand again to Laira. ] It is always a pleasure to meet another woman warrior.

Simply making an observation. Appreciate the welcome, tell me, what was life like on your home planet? 

Apokolips is a world of fire and war. It's exactly as it seems; many compare it to Earth ideas of Hell.

No, I do not believe we have. I am Laira Omoto of Jayd. May I ask your name?

Laira Omoto? I am Barda Free. I hail from Apokolips.

"Heroes have to atone. Be my judge."

[ she takes Mary's hands within her own and stand, pulling Mary to her feet as she rises. ]

Don’t tell Kal. He’s all about ‘respecting your elders’ and all that.

Ah. He and I do not always see eye to eye. You are free to address me as your equal, regardless of what he says.

"Heroine. Really. Would you still think that? If I tell you that Darkseid once loaned me power?"

You are a hero. You have proven that more than enough."

Okay, Barda.

That's better.

I’m glad to hear it, Mrs. Free.

Please, call my Barda.

… So how is Mr. Free doing…?

He's been very busy running around with his friends. But he's happy, so that's good.