Astro City #[2]

In "Visite guidée," Pete Donacek, the unassuming doorman of Astro City, leads outsiders through a metropolis where superpowers are as common as traffic jams. Flashbacks reveal his quiet courage during a terrifying attack by the Destructoïdes, proving that heroism doesn’t always come with powers.

In "Au cœur de l'action," cartoonist Sally Twinings navigates the chaotic world of editorial demands from the notoriously unethical Manny Monkton, whose latest scheme—focusing exclusively on cosmic beings—seems to have backfired when his entire building vanishes overnight with him inside. As Sally grapples with the absurdity of it all, she’s forced to reconsider her allegiance to the very industry that’s been pushing her to the edge.

In "Chevalier servant," newly arrived on Earth, Atomicus adopts a secret identity to observe humanity and stay close to Irène—whose persistent attempts to uncover his true self mirror the classic dynamic between Lois Lane and Superman. As her obsession escalates, her pursuit pushes him to the breaking point, leading to a dramatic confrontation that shakes public trust.

In "Pastorale," Cammie, a girl from Astro City, finds herself unexpectedly stranded in the quiet town of Caplinville for the summer. As she navigates the slow pace and hidden rhythms of small-town life, she begins to see how even the most unassuming places hold secrets—and how heroes might not always wear capes.