Ari of Lemuria

Leah Adezio’s Ari of Lemuria is a singular, self-contained comic from 1999, written by Adezio with Elayne Riggs and illustrated by Adezio herself. This single issue introduces a young heroine in the mythical lost continent of Lemuria, blending fantasy and adventure in a story that stands as a quiet, early-modern indie gem. As a creator-owned work from the late ’90s, it showcases Adezio’s distinctive voice and art, offering a glimpse into a lush world that, while brief, remains a fondly remembered footnote for fans of original, female-led fantasy comics.