Dylan Dog
From 1986 onward, Sergio Bonelli Editore's Dylan Dog has defined Italian horror comics through the surreal, noir-tinged adventures of its titular Nightmare Investigator. Created primarily by writer Tiziano Sclavi and brought to life by artists like Giovanni Freghieri, Corrado Roi, and Luigi Piccatto, the series follows Dylan—a disheveled, existential Londoner—as he solves cases involving monsters, madness, and the supernatural, aided by his wisecracking assistant Groucho and Inspector Bloch. With over 490 issues, the series is a cornerstone of European comics, blending philosophical dread with black humor and a rotating cast that includes the personification of Death and occasional crossovers with Martin Mystère. Its enduring popularity lies in its ability to treat horror with both deep melancholy and playful irreverence, making it a beloved cult phenomenon far beyond Italy.