The Fable

This French crime thriller from Pika Édition, which ran for 12 issues starting in 2021, follows a legendary hitman known as "The Fable" as he attempts to lay low and live a normal life in Osaka under strict orders not to kill anyone. The series is most associated with writer Katsuhisa Minami and artist Koji Koseki, who bring a gritty, stylish sensibility to the high-stakes tension of a professional killer struggling with mundane routines. It stands out for its clever blend of dark humor and brutal action, offering a fresh take on the retired-assassin trope within a richly detailed Japanese setting.