Manitou

Manitou, launched by Éditions de Lutèce in 1966, is a short but enduring French comic series that has quietly continued to the present day across six issues. Known for its atmospheric storytelling, the series explores themes of mysticism and adventure through its titular character, a Native American shaman navigating a world of spirits and colonial conflict. While the creative team has shifted over its decades-long run, the series remains a distinctive, low-key entry in European comics, valued for its cultural sensitivity and striking visual style. Its longevity, despite a sparse publication schedule, speaks to a dedicated readership and the series' unique place in the landscape of French bande dessinée.