The Witchblade tricked Sara into sacrificing her last partner, Blake whom she was teamed up with to stop the MELT DOWN OF NEW YORK CITY. Although they managed to stop the terrorist, Sara was devastated by the loss of her partner. Now it seems the FIRESTARTER, like the Phoenix has risen from the ashes and returned to finish the job. Will Sara trust the Witchblade this time? She may not have another choice. This THRILLING issue written by series scribe and fan-favorite PAUL JENKINS will lead into issue 50 which brings many changes to the Witchblade storyline as we know it. Don't get left behind!