Ayak

A short-lived but visually striking French science-fantasy series from Éditions Vaillant, Ayak ran for just three issues between 1980 and 1981. The series is best remembered for the lush, atmospheric artwork of its creator, Jean-Claude Gal, whose detailed, almost painterly style gave the story of a lone warrior in a strange, prehistoric world a haunting, epic quality. Though brief, Ayak remains a cult touchstone for fans of 1970s-80s European fantasy comics, showcasing Gal's remarkable talent before his untimely death.