Big Boss #51

When Frank, Red, and Dave stumble upon a forgotten Siamese temple housing the legendary idol of Bokhara, they’re quick to see the value in the platinum wand it holds—but the local legends warn that the statue has long kept the region’s volatile climate in check. With the prospect of fortune at hand, the trio must decide whether to take the wand or leave it, unaware of what the balance of nature might demand in return.

In "Une fille pour les planétaires," a bold new recruit challenges the limits of the Planeteers’ elite training, leaving Tommy to test her mettle in ways no candidate has before. Her unexpected skill and determination set the stage for something far beyond the usual selection process.

In "J'ai été enfermé dans un monde cosmique," scientist Jack finds himself shrunk to the microscopic scale after a lab accident exposes him to the Hayden-ray while coated in a reactive chemical. Now trapped inside the very particle X-1 that threatens Earth, he must navigate a bizarre, alien realm where the laws of physics no longer apply.

In "La peau de banane," Herbert’s fury over a discarded banana peel leads to a chaotic chain of events as he tries to teach the kids a lesson—only to find himself in over his head. The story captures the absurdity of teenage mischief and adult overreaction with sharp humor and expressive energy.

In "La menace de Marsville," Manhunter constructs a replica of Mars in the heart of the city park, turning it into a surreal arena where Earthmen gain superpowers while Martians are left powerless—leaving an unnamed gang of criminals thrilled by the sudden shift in the balance of power.