Les exploits d'Odilon Verjus

Set in the early 20th century, Les exploits d'Odilon Verjus follows the globe-trotting misadventures of a naive Belgian missionary sent to Africa, where his well-meaning but disastrous efforts collide with colonial absurdities. Published by Le Lombard from 2001 to 2006, this seven-issue series is a satirical historical comedy, best known for the sharp, deadpan storytelling of writer Yann and the expressive, ligne claire-style art of Olivier Schwartz. It matters as a clever, affectionate critique of the adventure-comic genre itself, blending period detail with farcical humor.