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Ça balance pas mal à Lutèce!

Lutetia bruisende stad
Dutch cover

A Shaky Situation in Lutetia

The title, Ça balance pas mal à Lutèce! translates to “Things are pretty shaky in Lutetia!” in English. It’s a playful way of saying that the situation in the Gaulish village of Lutetia (modern-day Paris) is quite chaotic and full of ups and downs.

A Synopsis of the Plot

Ça balance pas mal à Lutèce! is the third installment in the Idéfix et les Irréductibles series. Set in 52 BC, it continues the adventures of Dogmatix and his band of animal resistance fighters as they navigate the challenges of the Roman occupation.

This volume offers readers three exciting new stories:

  • The Sword of Camulogène: Abraracourcix and Bonemine, visiting Lutetia, must prevent the Roman Anglaigus from stealing the sword of the former Gaulish chief. Dogmatix and his friends join forces with these fellow Gauls to protect this important artifact.
  • Is Lutetia Burning? A crazy invention by Anglaigus causes an unexpected heatwave in Lutetia. The city is shrouded in a thick cloud of smoke, endangering the life of the old pigeon, Asmatix. Dogmatix and his team must act quickly to save their friend and cool down the city.
  • The Awakening of Lutetia: The Roman soldiers capture Sinfonix, the famous rooster and wake-up call for all of Lutetia. Dogmatix and his friends set out to rescue the rooster and return him to his rightful place, ensuring that the city can continue its daily rhythm.

In each story, Dogmatix and his animal companions face new challenges and outsmart the cunning Roman soldiers. Whether it’s protecting historical artifacts, preventing environmental disasters, or rescuing beloved community members, the little white dog always finds a way to save the day.

Key themes and elements of the book include:

  • Friendship and loyalty: The strong bond between Dogmatix and his animal friends is at the heart of the story.
  • Resistance against oppression: The animals continue to fight against the Roman occupation, demonstrating their courage and determination.
  • Humor and adventure: The comic book is full of witty dialogue, slapstick humor, and exciting action sequences.

Ça balance pas mal à Lutèce! is a fun and engaging read that continues the tradition of the Asterix series. With its focus on friendship, adventure, and the importance of standing up for what is right, this comic book is sure to delight readers of all ages.