Centuries of political instability, imperialist invasion, and regional war have coupled with a harsh climate and the march of time to destroy many of the textiles, building materials, and records important to understanding ancient Mesopotamia. Myths and historical documents alike have become lost, giving us an incomplete vision.
That being said, while I have taken generous liberties with the historical record, here are some of the scholarly details on elements used in Queen of Shades.
Queen of Shades
Inanna and Utu
