Astro Phobus

In Astro Phobus, Swedish writer/artist Erik Törnkvist and colorist Björn Wallin launched a single-issue comic in 1990 that blends cosmic adventure with psychological horror, following a lone astronaut’s descent into madness aboard a derelict space station. Published outside the mainstream, this cult one-shot is notable for Törnkvist’s stark, expressionistic linework and Wallin’s moody palette, which together create an oppressive, claustrophobic atmosphere. Though brief, Astro Phobus endures as a tight, self-contained experiment in European indie sci-fi, showcasing the duo’s early ambition and visual storytelling.