Black Lagoon
Waneko · 2009–present · 10 issues
About the series
Set in the seedy underworld of the Thai port city of Roanapur, Black Lagoon is a gritty crime saga from Waneko that launched in 2009. The series follows the mercenary crew of the Black Lagoon, a PT boat that takes on smuggling, piracy, and violent jobs for the city's criminal syndicates. Primarily associated with writer-artist Rei Hiroe, the series is celebrated for its explosive action, morally complex characters, and unflinching look at the lawless fringes of the global economy. Its ten-issue run has made it a standout modern classic of the crime genre in manga.