Criticism of the new blunder by Guust turns into praise

Canadian cartoonist Delaf successfully continued the legacy of André Franquin with a new Guust Flater book, despite initial legal challenges. The new installment, 'Knallende flaters', has been well-received, selling a million copies in French. Delaf, with help from Lewis Trondheim, focused on capturing Guust's essence rather than imitating Franquin's style. The character remains relatable as an antihero who embodies laziness and independence, appealing to modern readers. Delaf draws inspiration from 1970s Brussels to maintain the comic's setting, while Trondheim emphasizes the enduring quality of Guust's humor and character.