Artelier Collection #5

The fifth volume of Artelier Collection presents a charming cover pairing: a bright-eyed young woman in a white blouse and dark skirt leans playfully against a tall, composed young man in a purple vest, his dark hair falling loosely around his face. Creator Yen Hioka brings a lovely contrast between the two figures — her energy and lightness set against his cool, measured presence. Published by Ki-oon in 2010, this French edition is a fine addition to the series for fans of character-driven manga with a dash of gothic elegance.