essential Pilots of the Roaring Twenties, discoverers of disappeared civilizations, beginnings of the war of Crimea or Contemporary Horror … Make your choice in the comic book: there is no shortage of good leaves. Follow the leader.
Jian – those of the mountain
In 480 AD, when the Roman Empire was nothing more than ruins, two mysterious warriors, Jian and his father Attius, traveled the Pyrenees. Their mission: to eliminate a Drac, a terrifying creature that sows terror in the region. Between pagan traditions and emerging Christianity, this quest confronts them with ancestral beliefs much more real than it seems.
The brothers Maffrecreators of the Stern series, offer us with “Jian“A new captivating adventure. This first volume,”Those of the mountain“, is a skillful mixture of local legends and suspense. The authors incorporate mythical creatures such as laminaks, from Basque mythology, and pay tribute to fantastic cinema in the manner of Christophe Gans.
The story is punctuated by twists and turns of tension, where each page reveals a little more of the secrets of the main characters. The Maffre brothers excel in the art of keeping the reader in suspense, while developing a rich and complex intrigue. Julien Maffre signs the cutting and the storyboard, while Ludovica Ceregatti, a talented artist, produces the final drawings. The result is dynamic and visually superb, sublimated by the colors of Bechu and Maffre. The landscapes of the Pyrenees are beautifully rendered, and the action scenes are fluid and impressive.
Each board is a real pleasure for the eyes, with neat details and an impeccable staging. “Those of the mountain” is an exciting reading that makes you want to discover the continuation of the adventures of Attius and Jian. The characters are well developed, with distinct personalities and clear motivations. The mixture of pagan traditions and Christianity brings an additional depth to history, making every moment captivating. A comic strip not to be missed for lovers of historical and fantastic stories.
The Lombard. € 16.95
The formidable adventure of the Flanchin brothers
In a remote valley in the Pyrenees, a spectacle of bear showers turns into drama. The Indian and his bear, mistreated, disappear after an act of rebellion. Not far from there, Father Flanchin, traumatized by war, saw reclusive with his sons, Enric and Fabian.
The latter, eager for adventure, decide to flee the paternal authority, causing their father in a frantic chase through the mountains.
“The formidable adventure of the Flanchin brothers” is much more than a simple adventure. It is an exploration of family relationships, self -discovery and life in what is most beautiful and more cruel. The Pyrenean landscapes, beautifully illustrated, add a poetic dimension to this touching story. The authors manage to capture the essence of human relations, with authentic dialogues and moving situations.
This album is an ode to the passion of the mountain, with many references to the Pyrenean massifs. Lovers of nature and large spaces will find their account, with specific descriptions and breathtaking illustrations. Each page is an invitation to discover the wonders of the Pyrenees, while following the adventures of the Flanchin brothers.
Grand Angle. 16,90€
Spectregraph
A few kilometers north of Los Angeles, a mysterious manor stirs up curiosities. Property of an industry magnate fascinated by the occult, it is now at the center of all lusts. Two heroines, Vesper and Janie, find themselves immersed in a nightmare during a visit that goes wrong.
Spectregraph Alternates between past and present, gradually revealing the secrets of the manor and its occupants. The scenario, controlled despite the ambient chaos, leads to a surprising final. The interior torments of Janie, real estate agent haunted by her past, add an emotional depth to the plot. The authors manage to create an oppressive atmosphere, where each revelation is a shock for the reader. The illustrations are magnificent, with rich colors and striking details.
The drawings brilliantly return the horrific atmosphere of the story, making “spectrum” an unforgettable reading. Each board is a visual masterpiece, with particularly successful horror scenes. The expressions of the characters are perfectly captured, adding a human dimension to history. This horror story is addictive and difficult to let go.
To be reserved for an informed audience, he explores dark and disturbing themes, while offering an immersive reading experience. Chills lovers will be filled by this thrilling and scary adventure.
Delcourt. 23,75€
Alix: the prohibited kingdom
Alixintrigued by a slave named Iphis, decides to buy it and free it. Iphis turns out to be the princess of the kingdom of Kamarès, an isolated island confronted with overcrowding problems. By accompanying Iphis at home, Alix discovers that the kingdom has changed in a disturbing way.
Marc and Roger Seiter sign a dense and rhythmic scenario, faithful to the inheritance of Jacques Martin. They question the drifts of power and sacrifices in the name of the common good, while skillfully mixing political issues and adventure. The dialogues are well written, and the characters are developed with care, making each interaction captivating.
The boards, colored by Florence Fantinimagnify the visual universe of this new opus. The illustrations, precise and luminous, offer a fascinating journey in an imaginary minoan civilization. Each detail is treated, and the landscapes are made with great finesse, adding an epic dimension to history.
Casterman. € 13.50
Barnstormers
In 1918, at the dawn of the Barnstorming, the pilots competed in audacity to amaze the public. “”Barnstormers“Immerse us in this crazy era, when love and confidence are put to the test.
Scott Snyder offers us a thrilling story around a couple of pilots that travels the United States to brighten up the daily life of deep America. Between proceedings and air acrobatics, the scenario is dense and captivating. The characters are well developed, with clear motivations and authentic interactions. The dialogues are impactful, adding a human dimension to history.
Poetry Lotay Sign an ultra -colored and realistic digital graphics, paying homage to the golden age of Hollywood while capturing the madness and brevity of that time. Each board is a real visual show, with impressive action scenes and detailed sets.
The expressions of the characters are perfectly rendered, adding an emotional depth to the story. “Barnstormers” is a breathtaking and disillusioned chronicle, which immerses us in the beginnings of the nightmare of the Great Depression. The authors manage to capture the essence of this tumultuous period, while offering a reflection on confidence and love. A captivating reading for lovers of adventure and history.
Delcourt. 17,50€
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Sinope
At the end of the 18th century, the Ottoman Empire vacillated. In the 19th century, it was nothing more than the shadow of itself, caught in vice between Russia, the United Kingdom and France. In 1853, the Ottoman Sultan declared war on Russia, marking the start of the Crimean War, one of the bloodiest European wars.
“The Battle of Sinope” immerses us in an often forgotten episode in history, the traces of which are still read in the news. The authors manage to make this complex period accessible and captivating, with clear explanations and detailed illustrations.
The geopolitical issues are well explained, and the historical figures are developed with care. A captivating story for lovers of history and geopolitics.
Glénat. € 15.50
Dungeon Parade – Necromancer for false
Horous, the official black mage, asks Herbert to replace him at the 28th Congress of Necromancers. But nothing goes as planned, and Herbert finds himself at the heart of a series of blunders and wacky situations. “”Dungeon Parade – Necromancer for false“is a enjoyable sequence of comic situations, carried by recurring characters and colorful creatures.
The dialogues are funny and impactful, and the situations are always more absurd than the other. The authors manage to create a crazy and energy universe, where each page is a surprise.
Delcourt. 11,50€
The knights of the strange
Amber from Morttery, Casimir and Jamila have the power to see the invisible thanks to magic rings. After fighting evil spirits, they must now save Yliès, a young piano prodigy, paralyzed in mysterious circumstances.
“The Thief of Souls”, volume 2, immerses us in an intergenerational 5 club atmosphere, with the central theme transmission. The characters are well developed, with distinct personalities and clear motivations. The interactions between the different generations are authentic and touching, adding an emotional depth to history.
Oxymoron. € 16.95
Boatswain
Charles Gould, eager to establish a reign of justice and peace in Costaguana, devotes all his energy to the San Tomé silver mine. But a coup led by General Montero destroys his hopes. “Nostromo” is a quality adaptation, with a dense story and drawings adapted to this type of romantic story.
Cyrille Ternon Capture with finesse the atmosphere of this South America of the 19th century. The characters are well developed, with clear motivations and authentic interactions. The dialogues are impactful, adding a human dimension to history. The landscapes are beautifully rendered, and the action scenes are fluid and impressive.
Soleil. 21,95€
Lancelot
Victim of the cunning of a dwarf, Lancelot finds himself a prisoner of Méléagant. His worried squires alert Gauvain, who embarks on him. But no one finds a trace of the knight, and a large tournament is preparing for the court of King Arthur. “”Méléagant’s trick“Closes this Arthurian cycle brilliantly. Lancelot must triumph over its enemies and participate in the tournament, despite the obstacles.
The characters are well developed, with clear motivations and authentic interactions. The dialogues are impactful, adding a human dimension to history. The illustrations are precise and detailed, offering a fascinating trip to the Arthurian universe.
The landscapes are beautifully rendered, and the action scenes are fluid and impressive. Each board is a real pleasure for the eyes, with neat details and an impeccable staging.
Glénat. € 14.95
