Kraa #1

Benoît Sokal's Kraa: La Vallée Perdue opens this Casterman series with a striking cover that says everything about its tone — a wild-haired young figure and a great dark eagle are shown in close profile, their faces nearly merging into a single fierce silhouette. The pairing of human and raptor feels elemental, suggesting a story rooted in nature, survival, and a bond that goes well beyond the ordinary. Published in 2010 at 18,00 EUR, it's a beautifully composed introduction to what promises to be a compelling wilderness adventure.