Locke & Key: Open the Moon is the second issue of the Golden Age series. It was released on November 23, 2011. The issue also features a more extended version of the Guide to the Known Keys.
Synopsis[]
Set in 1912, Chamberlin Locke is raising a sick son in Keyhouse. He's desperately trying to heal him, but even the Mending Cabinet won't help. Chamberlin then decides to make the Key to the Moon and rents an air balloon. Together with his son and Harland Locke, they soar all the way up to the moon, where Chamberlin uses the key on it to open it up.
Behind the moon is like a backstage scene. From here, the view is even better and they can see all sorts of places, even Japan. Ian reveals that he is been feeling like his head is unusually heavy, but not anymore.
Eventually, Chamberlin's father, Clint Locke shows up to introduce himself to Ian. Then a bunch of other Locke family members shows up as well, including Benjamin Locke. As Chamberlin tells Ian that he will be staying here, and it will be better for him than down on earth. Harland agrees to stay behind and look after Ian with the rest of the Lockes.
Chamberlin then waves goodbye to his son and uncle and leaves in the balloon, crying.
Trivia[]
- Starting on page 7, all frames set in or close to the moon are colored differently to give the comic a more dream-like appearance.