Brand New Magic/Nature Vs Nurture

Nature Vs Nurture is the first issue of the comic series Brand New Magic.

Transcript
The Iron Emperor is seen in a cold room, sitting on a metal throne in a brown cloak, resting his face on his fist. It's revealed Charlotte has just entered the room and is standing by the door frame a few feet away from him. She stays silent for a few seconds.
 * Iron Emperor: I knew you would eventually come, witch child.
 * Iron Emperor: Tell me, what brings you to my lair this time? did someone make a dumb mistake? do I have something you need? or do you simply want to test your might against me?
 * Charlotte: Thousands... your last attack claimed thousands... why...?
 * Iron Emperor: Our last battle winded me. I needed a way to make sure I was still in my prime.