Corto Maltese #[1]
In "Tristan Bantam," Hugo Pratt’s Corto Maltese sets sail with Steiner and the enigmatic Tristan, chasing the legend of a sunken galleon laden with gold. Their journey takes a sudden turn when they stumble upon a wounded fisherman adrift in a small boat, his story as mysterious as the island they’ve reached. With Pratt’s signature blend of atmospheric storytelling and intricate art, this first issue of the series establishes a world where adventure and danger drift just beneath the surface.
In this 1971 adventure, young Tristan Bantam seeks out Corto Maltese, entrusting him with ancient maps and cryptic documents to decode—then asking for his help in tracking down his half-sister. With no names, no clear trail, and only whispers of a forgotten past, the journey begins in shadow and silence.
In "Samba avec Tir Fixe," Corto Maltese takes on a dangerous mission in the heart of Brazil’s Sertao, entrusted by the enigmatic Bouche dorée to deliver arms to the rebel cangaceiros. Set against the harsh backdrop of the Brazilian backlands, the story unfolds with the kind of gritty intrigue and historical weight that defines the series.
In "L’aigle du Brésil," Corto, Steiner, and Tristan set sail from Bahia in search of a sunken galleon laden with gold, their journey taking them to a remote island where they encounter a wounded fisherman adrift in a small boat—his injury a mystery that ripples through their already tense expedition.
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↩ Reprints Pif Gadget #58 (1970), Pif Gadget #59 (1970), Pif Gadget #66 (1970), Pif Gadget #75 (1970), Pif Gadget #82 (1970), Pif Gadget #89 (1970)
Reprinted in Corto Maltese #[1] (1973), Corto Maltese #2 (1973), Corto Maltese #1 (1981), Corto Maltese Klassik Edition #2 (2015)
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