Billy Bat

Billy Bat, published by Pika Édition from 2012 to 2017 across 20 issues, is a sprawling, time-hopping mystery that follows a cartoonist who discovers his creation—a whimsical bat—has been appearing throughout history, from ancient Japan to the moon landing. The series is most associated with the visionary team of writer Naoki Urasawa and artist Takashi Nagasaki, who weave a dense, globe-spanning conspiracy that questions the nature of creativity and destiny. Its significance lies in its ambitious, genre-blending narrative that merges historical fact with speculative fiction, earning it a reputation as a modern manga classic.