Astérix #40
The 40th volume of the Astérix series, L'Iris blanc, follows the indomitable Gaulish warriors as they confront a new threat: a Roman psychological warfare campaign centered on a mysterious white iris. Written and illustrated by Fabcaro and Didier Conrad, this 2023 adventure brings back the beloved village characters—including Astérix, Obélix, Panoramix, and Chief Abraracourcix—alongside a host of familiar faces from the series' long history. The story explores themes of manipulation and resilience, all delivered with the signature humor and historical parody that have defined the franchise for decades.
In "L'Iris blanc," set in the first century BCE, a new Roman philosophy of well-being and self-fulfillment sweeps through the empire—and even reaches the Gaulish village in Armorique. When Emperor Julius Caesar tries to bring this mindset to his weary troops stationed nearby, the ideas unexpectedly spread into the village, sparking debate among its residents. With Bonemine, the chief’s wife, showing an unexpected openness to the movement, old friendships and loyalties are tested. Written by Fabcaro and illustrated by Didier Conrad, with coloring by Thierry Mébarki, this 2023 installment features cover art by Didier Conrad.
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Dans ce Ier siècle avant Jésus-Christ, l'Iris blanc est le nom d'une nouvelle école de pensée, venue de Rome, qui prône bienveillance, vie saine, épanouissement individuel. L'empereur romain Jules César a l'idée d'insuffler cet état d'esprit à ses troupes démoralisées, stationnées près du village gaulois qui résiste en Armorique. Ce que personne n'a prévu, c'est que cette philosophie en vogue, va entrer dans le village. Et diviser les pro et anti-Iris blanc. Il semblerait d'ailleurs que Bonemine, la femme du chef, ne soit pas totalement insensible à cette philosophie.
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