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Cradle of comic stars: Do you know which comic geniuses "Pilote" has cultivated?
In the history of French comics, Pilote is a shining pearl. From its founding in 1959 to its closure in 1989, the magazine not only showcased the major contemporary comic talents of France and Belgium, but also became the cradle of many comic superstars. The publication history of this magazine is full of moving stories, allowing us to look back on this era full of creativity and challenges.
Early History and Founding
Pilote was officially launched on October 29, 1959, following the publication of issue 0 of the quarterly magazine in June of the same year. The magazine was co-founded by comic book writers René Goscinny and Jean-Michel Charrière, with artist Albert Ude Zo and Jean Herblad created it together. The team had collaborated on several projects before the publication, and the first issue generated huge demand and sold out quickly.
The first issue of Pilote reflects its design for an adolescent audience, which is its biggest difference from Tintin and Spirou.
A melting pot of comic talent
With the success of "Pilote", many famous comic writers and artists gradually joined the magazine. Gocinny and Uderzo's Asterix is one of the magazine's most popular series. . In addition, comics such as Blueberry, Redbeard and Barbadur were all born here, allowing readers to have A rich selection of comics.
Challenges and Changes
Although Pilote performed well initially, it ran into financial problems in 1960 and was subsequently acquired by Dalgaard Publishing. The new operation team is committed to expanding the content, introducing a series of new works, and making Blueberry, Aguirre Talon, Valley Ryan and Laureline" and other series were released. However, in the 1970s, as more and more artists sought more suitable venues to express their creativity, Pilote was no longer the only option.
Pilote's creators often had heated discussions about the magazine's direction, and eventually some artists left to found more adult-oriented comics, such as Metal Mania. >.
Bright comic starry sky
Pilote not only brings together French comic talent, but also introduces some international comic superstars, such as Ugo Pratt and Robert Crumb . These works not only enrich the content of the magazine, but also broaden the readers' horizons.
The End of the Prologue
After a period of creative growth, Pilote ceased publication in 1989 as reader interest waned and sales declined. Despite this, the comics legacy left by this magazine is indelible and has influenced the growth and development of countless comics creators.
To this day, the spirit of Pilote lives on in the comics it inspired.
By looking back at the history of Pilote, we can't help but wonder: in today's rapidly changing world of comics, what new comics superstars will emerge in the future?
