The Spatio-Temporal Agency

The Spatio-Temporal Agency is symbolic of the future. The symbolism is indicative of the tenuous nature of Valerian's future. Several of the characters of this three-novel episode work for the Agency.

The Crosswinds

This is the name of the weather ship that Lord Basil commandeers for the mission. It symbolizes the British effort to help avert the crisis. In addition to the normal crew, Valerian, Laureline, Albert, the Superintendent, the Shingouz, and Ralph are all on board.

The Hvexdet

This is the ship Valerian and the others are hunting. It symbolizes the next clue in their effort to avert the crisis. The ship is not a normal Earth ship and is not manned by Earth people of the 1980s.

Hypsis

Hypsis is a planet that can move about at the will of its inhabitants. It is symbolic of Heaven and is the home of...