Black Cat

A stylish supernatural action series from Shueisha, Black Cat ran for 20 issues between 2001 and 2004, following the story of a former assassin known as the "Black Cat" who now works as a sweeper—a bounty hunter—alongside his partners. Created by Kentaro Yabuki, the series blends sleek, fast-paced combat with a roguish, lighthearted tone as its protagonist confronts his bloody past and a powerful organization known as the Chronos Numbers. Though it never reached the global phenomenon status of some of its contemporaries, Black Cat remains a cult-favorite example of early-2000s shōnen action, showcasing Yabuki's signature character design and kinetic fight choreography. Its concise, self-contained narrative makes it a tight, satisfying read for fans of stylish, supernatural bounty hunter stories.