The Civilization Blaster
Kurokawa · 2011–2014 · 10 issues
About the series
In the early 2010s, Kurokawa published The Civilization Blaster, a ten-issue series that blends science fiction with social satire. The story follows a young man who gains the ability to see and interact with the invisible "civilization energy" that powers modern society, leading him into a conflict with a shadowy corporation exploiting this resource. Primarily associated with French writer and artist Mathieu Bablet, the series is notable for its striking, detailed artwork and its thoughtful, critical examination of technological progress and environmental decay. It stands as a compact, visually ambitious work from a creator who would go on to become a significant voice in European comics.