Blue Flag

Blue Flag, published by Carlsen Comics from 2018 to 2021, is a tender, eight-issue German comic series that explores the complexities of adolescence, friendship, and unspoken feelings. Written and illustrated by Kaito, the story centers on a group of high school students navigating love, identity, and the pressures of their final year, with a quiet, emotionally resonant approach that has made it a standout in the slice-of-life genre. Its sensitive portrayal of LGBTQ+ themes and the nuanced dynamics between its characters have earned it a devoted readership, marking it as an important work in contemporary European manga-inspired comics.