
Who?
The introduction of the various characters in the comic book OTIS plunges you into the heart of a captivating universe. These characters, each with their strengths, flaws, and mysteries, evolve, transform, and gradually reveal themselves throughout the pages. Let yourself be carried away by their stories, choices, and emotions, which bring this rich and fascinating universe to life. Get ready for total immersion in this story where every interaction counts and personalities are revealed in all their depth.
OTIS
- Full name: Otis the Curious
- Age: 6-month-old kitten (still young and innocent)
- Appearance: Small kitten with red fur, large green eyes, curious, and a bushy tail that quivers with excitement.
- Personality: Curious, brave but shy at first, quick to learn from his mistakes. He is sensitive, loyal, and dreamy, with a pure heart that drives him to seek true friendship.
- Role in the story: Main hero, a kitten who leaves home to explore the world and learn five important life lessons (failure, relationships, passion, change, and peace).
- Special trait: His curiosity often gets him into trouble, but it also helps him solve puzzles.
- Signature quote: “I won't go back. I want to move forward, learn, and become a better person!”
GRIM
- Full name: Grim the Rebel
- Age: Adult (approximately 3 years old, streetwise)
- Appearance: Large black cat with shiny ebony fur, scars on his muzzle and ears, piercing yellow eyes, and a confident gait like a king of the streets.
- Personality: Cunning and charismatic at first glance, but vicious and domineering. He tests the limits of others to assert his strength, but hides a deep loneliness.
- Role in the story: Antagonist of the first chapter, leader of a gang of stray cats who initiates Otis into street life and teaches him the lesson of failure by rejecting him.
- Special trait: He knows all the secrets of the city and climbs walls like a ninja, but his heart hardens in the face of vulnerability.
- Signature quote: “Sometimes you have to show who's boss, Otis. If you want to survive here, you have to learn to be strong.”
LUCINDA
- Full name: Lucinda the Luminous
- Age: Eternal (like a fairy, but appears to be a young adult)
- Appearance: A small fairy with delicate, translucent wings, wavy blond hair, a light green dress, and a golden glow that emanates from her like a magical halo.
- Personality: Gentle, kind, and wise, with a lighthearted sense of humor that calms fears. She is protective and intuitive, always ready to guide without imposing.
- Role in the story: A benevolent guide who appears after the encounter with Grim, helps Otis cross the Bridge of Shadows, and teaches the lesson of true relationships.
- Special trait: Her golden light dispels illusions and shadows, and she can fly to illuminate dark paths.
- Signature quote: “You have been very brave, Otis. You listened to your heart, even when it was difficult. Sometimes you have to lose yourself to find yourself.”
BERNARD
- Full name: Bernard the Protector
- Age: Mature adult (approximately 5 years old)
- Appearance: A huge Saint Bernard with a tricolor coat (white, brown, and black), gentle, expressive eyes, a powerful tail, and a massive build that inspires immediate confidence.
- Personality: Calm, loyal, and reassuring, with quiet strength. He is patient, affectionate, and fatherly, using physical humor to lighten the mood.
- Role in the story: Lucinda's faithful companion, he carries Otis on his back during trials and reinforces the lesson of relationships by symbolizing unconditional protection.
- Special trait: His impressive size makes him invincible against danger, and he gives “comforting tongue licks” that heal broken hearts.
- Signature quote: “Don't worry, kid. We'll be right there with you. But remember, some lessons have to be lived to be truly understood.”
SELENE
- Full name: Sélène la Mystérieuse
- Age: Young adult (approximately 2 years old, with a timeless aura)
- Appearance: Winged cat with shimmering silver fur, deep, intense blue eyes, and translucent wings that glow like crystals in the moonlight.
- Personality: Bewitching, graceful, and empathetic, with a manipulative gentleness at first that evolves into sincere support. She is passionate but wise.
- Role in the story: Guardian of the Labyrinth of Mirages, she draws Otis into an intense passion and helps him learn the lesson of compromise between passion and reality.
- Special trait: Her wings allow her to fly through illusions, and her gaze can reveal the hidden desires of hearts.
- Signature quote: “This labyrinth is a test, Otis. It reflects the choices you must make, the desires you must tame.”
ORFEO
- Full name: Orféo the Wise
- Age: Very old (over 50 years old, with accumulated wisdom)
- Appearance: An old owl with gray feathers streaked with white, deep yellow eyes and wrinkles, a curved beak, and wings spread like a royal cloak.
- Personality: Patient, philosophical, and kind, with a deep voice that calms inner storms. He is observant and a teacher, without judgment.
- Role in the story: Guardian of the Forest of Lost Dreams, he shows Otis the changes in life and teaches the lesson of accepting change.
- Special trait: He can project visions like dreams into the air, and his whispers bring withered leaves back to life.
- Signature quote: “Everything changes with time, Otis. What we are experiencing now is part of the natural cycle. Beauty may fade, but that doesn't mean what remains is worthless.”
NADÈGE
- Full name: Nadège the Benevolent
- Age: Young adult (around 20 years old)
- Appearance: A young woman with brown hair as wavy as sunbeams, sparkling blue eyes, a light floral dress that flutters in the wind, a warm smile, and soft hands.
- Personality: Loving, serene, and intuitive, with infinite tenderness. She is simple, joyful, and soothing, embodying inner peace.
- Role in the story: The final heroine in the Garden of Serenity, she welcomes Otis and teaches him the lesson of simplicity, offering him a peaceful home.
- Special trait: Her touch heals the fatigue of travel, and the garden blooms around her as if by magic.
- Signature quote: “This garden is a place of rest for those who need to recharge their batteries. Would you like to stay here with me?”