For some reason, this album has always held a special place in my heart, possibly because Aaricia is my favorite character and she just kicks so much ass in this album. (After all, it’s not Thorgal but her who is depicted on the cover.) The story feels very familial to me, what with the coming home to have another baby and Thorgal being so protective of Aaricia and Jolan (and Jolan himself being pretty cool and hinting at his future as the serie’s main protagonist).

The high of the album is without a doubt the (watch out, it’s a bit spoilery) intense scene of childbirth with Aaricia and the wolf. It’s such a magnificent way for Louve to be born and I love how it ties up with her later powers. I also love how Thorgal and Jolan are fighting their manly war while Aaricia is really the one having the most strength in this album. Also, she looks so pretty with her enormous belly! :)