Achille Talon #47

In "Plaisir d’essence," Achille Talon is invited to a grand ball by the enigmatic Marquise Virgule de Guillemets, and he throws himself into the challenge with his usual flair and determination. Written by Pierre Veys and brought to life with sharp, expressive art by Moski—both pencils and inks—with coloring by François Giraudet, this 2007 Dargaud issue captures Talon’s comedic struggle to meet the occasion’s high expectations. The cover, by David Adamoswky, perfectly sets the tone for the elegant yet absurd affair.