Black Torch

In this taut five-issue action-horror series from French publisher Ki-oon, a young ninja with the power to communicate with animals finds himself bonded to a legendary, monstrous black cat. Together, they become a reluctant partnership against supernatural threats, blending shonen-style combat with a dark, modern fantasy aesthetic. Written and drawn by Tsuyoshi Takaki, Black Torch is a brisk, visually striking tale that earned attention for its kinetic art and world-building, offering a complete, self-contained story that stands out in the early 2010s manga-influenced French comics landscape.