Le Dernier Atlas

A sweeping French sci-fi epic published by Dupuis, Le Dernier Atlas (2018–2019) reimagines a decolonized 1960s where a colossal, sentient robot—the titular Atlas—lies dormant in the Algerian desert. The series follows a diverse cast of characters, including a former OAS officer and a young Algerian woman, as they are drawn into a conspiracy involving the rediscovery of this forgotten weapon of mass destruction. Written by Fabien Vehlmann and illustrated by Gwen de Bonneval and Hervé Tanquerelle, the series blends alternate history, political thriller, and mecha action to explore themes of colonialism, memory, and resistance. With its ambitious scope and striking ligne claire artwork, it stands as a distinctive and thought-provoking addition to the European comics landscape.