Description
CHROMATIC FANTASY
Book Summary
A graphic novel that combines medieval fantasy, romance, and a deep exploration of identity. Jules, a trans man raised in a convent, makes a pact with a demon to escape his confinement. On his journey, he meets Casper, a thief and poet who is also trans, with whom he begins a life of freedom, love, and excess. However, the demon inhabiting Jules awakens with jealousy and a desire for control, triggering an internal and external conflict that will test their relationship and his very essence.
What is it about?
The story unfolds in a medieval world where the fantastic and the religious are intertwined. Jules, a trans man who has always felt out of place in the convent where he was raised, accepts a pact with a demon confined under the nuns' watch. In exchange for his freedom, he becomes a host to this dark presence, carrying its curses. On the run, he meets Casper, a romantic thief and poet who is also a trans man. Together, they embark on a life marked by love, thievery, and excess. But the demon residing in Jules soon manifests its jealousy and desire for control, ready to claim him completely, threatening his new life and his relationship.
Main Themes
- Gender identity and self-acceptance in a medieval and religious context.
- Queer relationships and building a life of freedom outside of social norms.
- The pact with the dark and the internal struggle between the desire for freedom and dependency.
- Jealousy, control, and possessiveness as destructive forces in love.
- The search for belonging and a home in a hostile world.
Who is it recommended for?
For readers interested in dark fantasy graphic novels with a focus on LGBTQ+ characters. Especially recommended for those seeking adventure and romance stories with trans protagonists, far from traditional archetypes. Also for those who enjoy plots that explore internal duality, supernatural pacts, and complex relationships.
What this book offers
- An authentic and central representation of trans characters in a medieval fantasy genre.
- A story of love and adventure that does not shy away from internal conflicts and the consequences of decisions.
- A reflection on freedom, identity, and the price of pacts.
- A visual and narrative approach that combines the fantastic with the intimate and emotional.
Technical Specifications
- Author: H.A., H.A.
- Publisher: DIBBUKS
- Language: Spanish
- Collection: COMIC
- Publication Date: May 2026
- Weight: 600 g
Editorial Review
CHROMATIC FANTASY stands out for its inclusive proposal and its ability to integrate gender identity into a dark fantasy plot without losing focus on adventure and romance. The dynamic between Jules, Casper, and the demon creates a tense and compelling emotional triangle, which sustains interest in both the character development and the supernatural conflict. A work that brings freshness and representation to the fantasy comic genre.