De Adelaars van Rome

Set in the final years of the Roman Republic, this Dargaud Benelux series from 2008 weaves a tale of two brothers torn apart by loyalty and ambition. Written and illustrated by Enrico Marini, with co-writing from James Vandermeersch, the eight-issue run follows a barbarian adopted into a Roman legion who rises through the ranks alongside his adoptive sibling. Their bond is tested by political intrigue, brutal warfare, and the shadow of a crumbling empire. Marini’s lush, cinematic art brings ancient Rome to life in a story that balances epic battles with intimate character drama.