LastMan

A lush, kinetic fantasy-adventure from French publisher Casterman, LastMan (2022–2023) follows a young martial artist as he enters a mysterious, alternate-world tournament where fighters wield spectacular supernatural powers. This 12-issue series, helmed by the acclaimed creative team of Bastien Vivès, Michaël Sanlaville, and Balak, stands out for its fluid, manga-influenced art and its blend of coming-of-age drama with high-stakes action. It matters as a vibrant, modern European comic that successfully fuses Western storytelling with Eastern comics aesthetics, earning a devoted following for its dynamic visual style and heartfelt narrative.