Bou, The Master Chef of the Rift!

Bou, the Mage Cook, former resident of Arkhante and Master of Light. Bou has found in the tormented lands of the Rift a truly unique place of experimentation for his culinary and magical arts.

Thanks to his mastery of magic and his clairvoyance, Bou sees beyond appearances, he is able to identify at a glance the nutritional and vitamin needs of the individuals he meets.

Since the Blast, this disastrous event that redefined lands and destinies. Bou settled in the Rift, and he joined the clan of Sigils.

Bou has become, in his own way, a key figure, a savior, capable of restoring strength and hope to those who cross his path. Bou doesn't just nourish the body, soul, and spirit. With his unique flair and his mechanical companion, he drives away the hostile creatures of the Rift. In fact, he restores hope.

In the standard version In this Special Rare Card, Bou is depicted in one of his favorite moments of serenity and sharing, which he spends in his kitchen far from the fighting that punctuates his daily life in the Rift.

The scene seems to take place in his caravan-restaurant, a haven of peace and comfort, an escape to forget the ordeal of the unforgiving lands of the Rift.

The interior of Bou's caravan is both functional and cozy, filled with carefully selected tools and exotic spices. Looking a little closer at this scene, you can quickly imagine how Bou is in his element.

The dishes with a thousand flavors, the warm and invigorating spices, the aromas and other scents that emerge from his cuisine invite us on a journey.

The friendly atmosphere created by Bou attracts customers like honey attracts bees.

He is the epitome of good humor. His radiant, almost contagious smile lights up his bearded face as he holds a carefully prepared dish in his hands. Bou, dressed in a purple apron and casual, practical cooking attire, exudes a kind and welcoming energy.

Each precise and assured gesture draws on his extensive experience as a chef. With his protective goggles around his neck, which give him the appearance of pursuing his adventures outside the kitchen, Bou takes on the appearance of a conquistador.

At his side stands his robotic sidekick and kitchen assistant, as clumsy as he is endearing. He is made from recycled materials and has flashing white lights for eyes. The caravan itself is a spectacle in its own right. Designed to traverse the Rift's most rugged terrain, it is both rugged and ingenious.

In front of the caravan, two smiling men are leaning on the counter.

They are probably inhabitants of the Rift or travelers on a stopover, come to fill their bellies, and God knows that in the Rift this is not an easy thing.

A subtle but revealing detail lurks in the two men's eyes. They express not only hunger, but also sincere gratitude for a moment of sharing and laughter. For them, Bou is more than just a cook; he's an everyday hero, a master of flavors capable of bringing a moment of normalcy and comfort to a broken and rebuilding world like the Rift.

While this scene invites relaxation and sharing, it also sets the stage for discovering another side of Bou...

In the alternative version of this SR Map, the heavy silence of the Rift is suddenly broken by a cavernous roar. The scene is a true fresco of action and survival. Suspended in the air above a sand crocodile, Bou, armed with his determination and agility, seeks out the weakest point of his prey. Bou must be effective from the first throw, to not miss his attack. Otherwise, he will be the one who turns into lunch for a hungry reptile. His features are tense, focused on his objective: to neutralize this monstrous creature that threatens him.

The sand crocodile, an imposing creature with rough, scarred scales, opens its gaping mouth, revealing sharp fangs capable of crushing any prey. Its numerous eyes, glowing with an eerie golden light, seem to follow Bou's every move. Sand spurts and swirls around them, stirred up by the creature's frantic movements.

Bou, in a gravity-defying pose, wears a belt weighed down with potions and vials of all kinds, hanging from his waist. Each vial contains a unique mixture he has concocted himself.

In his left hand, a glowing vial projects a bright light resembling an explosive cocktail, while in his right hand, another green potion releases plumes of what looks like toxic gas. A veritable walking laboratory.

On the ground, his faithful robotic sidekick, made from recycled materials from the clan Wicks, engages the battle in his own way. His alert eyes, now red, show that he has switched to combat mode. Although clumsy, the robot proves a valuable ally in this fight, distracting the crocodile enough to allow Bou to launch his decisive chemical attack against the crocodile.

Through this scene, we discover not only Bou's bravery, but also the symbiosis he has created with his environment and his mechanical companion. We come to feel the intensity of Bou's role, a hero protector of the Rift, a man who has tamed this hostile environment to make it his playground, his experimentation and his survival. 

Bou's two SR cards offer us a comprehensive view of this fascinating character. Bou is both nurturing and warrior, visionary and pragmatic.

The symbolism of these illustrations is powerful. To exist in a world of dualities, one must know how to be a chameleon.

Sometimes benevolent and sometimes merciless. Between combativeness And human warmthThe harshness of life in the Rift Valley leaves its inhabitants with no choice. No matter how kind and caring a person may be, difficult choices are forced upon them. Either you hunt to eat! Or you are hunted and eaten! The ability to adapt quickly is key.

Cross The Ages highlights the ability to transform trials into opportunities, and to always find a way to create, even when conditions are more extreme...