The time is long ago when Tintin had saved the kingdom of Black Pelican, finding the scepter of Ottokar; we were before the (second) war (World). Already, the kingdom was not mentioned in "Moon". Time passed, and even Syldavia once peaceful kingdom became militaristic in the image of his neighbor Borduria.
"By the whisker-Plekszy Gladz" (The reader amused result phonetically Plexiglas), "Full throttle Boldov", the scene of the bottle of Riesling when Swiss tempting for poor Haddock in despair, the meeting between the Castafiore and Haddock - who impressed, knew not be called "Hoddack ... uh ... sorry .. Haddada, Haddock" and authorized de facto the famous singer never good call. Jolyon Wagg also made a remarkable appearance.
Tintin is a pacifist. It will prevent Borduria operate a new weapon resembling the destructive potential nuclear fire.
A great adventure. The facsimile edition is particularly good.