Area D

In the near future, a maximum-security prison on a remote island becomes a deadly arena where inmates with supernatural abilities fight for survival and a chance at freedom. This German series, published by Carlsen Comics from 2014 to 2017 across 14 issues, blends sci-fi and martial arts action with a brutal, high-stakes premise. Known for its kinetic art and gritty tone, Area D offers a self-contained, adrenaline-fueled thriller that stands out in the European comics landscape for its focused, no-frills execution.