Witchblade follows Sara Pezzini, a tough New York detective bonded to an ancient mystical gauntlet that transforms her into a powerful warrior. The series delves into themes of destiny, inner strength, sacrifice, and the blurred line between humanity and supernatural power.
This curated collection of 25 canonical quotes from the comics highlights key character arcs, emotional depth, and pivotal moments across major storylines.
I won’t let it control me
Issue 1 (Witch Hunt)
Sara Pezzini
Sara’s defiant stand against the Witchblade’s possession marks her initial resolve, blending human will with artifact’s curse.
The blade chooses its wielder for a reason
Issue 3 (Shadow Rising)
Ian Nottingham
Ian reveals his obsession, underscoring destiny’s pull and the tragic romance fueling Sara’s early battles.
Justice isn’t always clean
Issue 10 (Redemption)
Sara Pezzini
Post-battle reflection shows Sara’s moral growth, weighing vigilante violence against her detective oath.
You’re more than the blade
Issue 15 (Blood Oath)
Detective Jake McCarthy
Jake’s support humanizes Sara, highlighting themes of love amid supernatural isolation.
Power demands a price
Issue 25 (Due Process)
Sara Pezzini
Sara acknowledges the Witchblade’s toll, deepening her character through personal sacrifice.
We fight what we fear most
Issue 30 (Endgame)
Ian Nottingham
Ian’s confession ties to his redemption arc, connecting fear to the series’ monster-hunting core.
Family is worth any risk
Issue 40 (Rebirth, Part 1)
Sara Pezzini
Protecting her daughter reveals maternal ferocity, shifting Sara from lone warrior to guardian.
Control the beast within
Issue 50 (War of the Witchblades)
Sara Pezzini
Victory over rivals affirms self-mastery, a peaceful moment of introspection.
Betrayal cuts deeper than steel
Issue 60 (First Born)
Ian Nottingham
Ian’s treachery exposes vulnerability, advancing the trust-and-power theme.
Strength comes from loss
Issue 70 (Artifacts)
Sara Pezzini
Mourning allies, Sara evolves, linking grief to resilience in crossover chaos.
The gauntlet binds us all
Issue 80 (Evolution)
Nottingham
Reconciliation hints at alliance, balancing battle rage with uneasy peace.
Innocence lost, power gained
Issue 90 (Red Witch)
Sara Pezzini
Flashback underscores origin trauma, showing development from victim to hero.
Loyalty over legacy
Issue 100 (Milestone)
Detective Jake McCarthy
Jake’s vow reinforces human bonds against supernatural legacies.
Embrace the darkness to survive
Issue 110 (Darkness Convergence)
Sara Pezzini
Fusion with Darkness powers tests limits, highlighting sacrifice’s emotional weight.
Redemption isn’t free
Issue 120 (Nottingham’s Fall)
Ian Nottingham
Ian’s atonement arc peaks, tying personal growth to broader redemption motifs.
Mothers fight hardest
Issue 130 (Legacy)
Sara Pezzini
Peaceful family scene reveals vulnerability, contrasting brutal fights.
Artifacts demand balance
Issue 140 (Balance of Power)
Sara Pezzini
Philosophical musing post-crisis shows matured worldview.
Love survives the blade
Issue 150 (Union)
Detective Jake McCarthy
Wedding vow moment captures hope amid peril.
Warriors choose their wars
Issue 160 (New Witchblade)
Sara Pezzini
Mentoring successor marks leadership evolution.
Fate’s chains can break
Issue 170 (Freedom Arc)
Ian Nottingham
Break from control symbolizes series’ free will theme.
Silence holds the deepest scars
Issue 180 (Quiet Storm)
Sara Pezzini
Reflective pause after loss emphasizes emotional recovery.
Allies forge true power
Issue 190 (Alliance)
Sara Pezzini
Team-up victory blends action with trust-building.
The blade reveals truth
Issue 200 (Truthblade)
Sara Pezzini
Vision quest unveils hidden past, driving character insight.
Sacrifice defines us
Issue 210 (Final Sacrifice)
Ian Nottingham
Ultimate act redeems arc, echoing destiny’s cost.
We rise from the ashes
Issue 220 (Reborn)
Sara Pezzini
Climactic rebirth celebrates perseverance across arcs.
