Rani

From 2009 onward, Belgian publisher Le Lombard has presented Rani, a fantasy series written primarily by Jean Van Hamme (with contributions from Boom!) and illustrated by Francis Vallès. Spanning eight issues, the story follows a young girl of noble birth who, after a devastating betrayal, must navigate a treacherous medieval world filled with political intrigue and ancient magic. Van Hamme’s signature intricate plotting and Vallès’s lush, detailed artwork combine to create a richly atmospheric saga that stands as a notable entry in the European adventure-comic tradition.