Ascension
Delcourt · 2010–2014 · 17 issues
About the series
In the gritty, politically charged world of Delcourt's Ascension (2010–2014), a sprawling 17-issue saga unfolds, blending hard-boiled crime with supernatural intrigue. The series follows a detective investigating a series of impossible murders tied to a secretive organization, each case revealing a deeper conspiracy that blurs the line between reality and the occult. Spearheaded by writer David Chauvel and artist Jérôme Lereculey, the run is noted for its atmospheric, noir-tinged art and slow-burn, character-driven plotting. A compelling entry in Delcourt's mature-reader catalog, Ascension stands out for its moody, European take on the detective genre, eschewing superheroics for a grounded, unnerving descent into darkness.
