Azimut

In Azimut, a whimsical graphic novel, readers are taken on a fantastical adventure filled with quirky characters and unexpected twists.

The Azimut graphic novel, which has won the prestigious Crayon d'Or prize, presents a whimsical fantasy reminiscent of Terry Gilliam's imaginative storytelling. Crafted by the acclaimed author behind the popular Valerian spin-off, this tale invites readers into a vibrant world filled with eccentric characters whose lives take a wild turn when the magnetic North pole mysteriously vanishes.

In this extraordinary realm, time and death are not quite what they seem. The old professor, Aristide Breloquinte, dedicates his life to exploring the strange phenomena aboard his laboratory ship, ever wary of the ominous Time Snatcher. Meanwhile, the cunning Manie Ganza believes that time is a commodity to be exploited, leading her to audaciously rob the self-important rulers of the land. The story also features an adventurous explorer who finds himself lost without North, alongside a charming aeronaut and a talking rabbit on their own quest for love.

Wilfrid Lupano weaves an engaging narrative filled with quirky, flawed characters that feel as if they have leapt from the pages of Lewis Carroll's works. The Azimut adventure is not only a tale of excitement and nonsense but also a visually stunning experience, brought to life through the mesmerizing artwork of Jean-Baptiste Andréae.