Obelix

Few characters in comics radiate quite as much joy as Obelix, the lovably rotund Gaulish hero who made his English-language debut in 1970's An Asterix Adventure #5, brought to life by the legendary creative partnership of René Goscinny and Albert Uderzo, with Anthea Bell's celebrated translation shaping how English-speaking readers would come to adore him. A Silver Age gem published across nearly four decades, he's a fixture of the beloved Asterix series, sharing his adventures with the likes of Asterix, Getafix, Vitalstatistix, Cacofonix, and the irresistible little dog Dogmatix. Whether you're a lifelong collector or a curious newcomer browsing the stacks, Obelix represents the very best of Franco-Belgian comics storytelling — warmth, wit, and a cast of companions that feels like family.