Lunita #1–4 (2013–2014)
📚 Genre
Urban Fantasy · Supernatural Thriller · Crime Noir · Occult Fiction
Lunita is a unique blend of supernatural intrigue and gritty crime storytelling. Mixing mythological elements with sharp humor and detective fiction, the series stands out as a fresh take on European urban fantasy comics.
👩🚀 Main Characters
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Lunita – A rebellious albino woman with psychic abilities and a no-nonsense attitude. She works with paranormal law enforcement while following her own cryptic path.
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Inspector Romero – A skeptical but determined government agent assigned to investigate a series of occult crimes. Often finds himself out of his depth.
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The Horned Man – A mysterious and powerful antagonist connected to the darker side of magic and ancient rituals.
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The Syndicate of Shadows – A secretive group trafficking magical artifacts and summoning dangerous entities.
✍️ Writer
Xavier Dorison – Known for his work on titles like The Third Testament and Undertaker, Dorison brings a cinematic edge to Lunita, fusing character-driven dialogue with fast-paced narrative arcs.
🎨 Artist
Zidrou (Benoît Drousie) – Zidrou brings Lunita's world to life with bold character designs, expressive facial work, and atmospheric backgrounds. His art blends stylized realism with an undercurrent of the surreal—perfect for the story's magical underpinnings.
📝 Editor Details
Lunita was edited under the watch of Le Lombard Publishing’s editorial team, known for curating high-quality European graphic novels. The oversight ensured consistent pacing, quality storytelling, and thematic clarity across all four issues.
🏢 Publisher and Brand
Publisher: Le Lombard (Belgium)
Brand: Part of the Signé collection—an imprint reserved for creator-driven European graphic novels that emphasize artistic and narrative uniqueness.
📅 Release Year
2013 – 2014
Released as a four-issue limited series, Lunita debuted in late 2013 and concluded in 2014, gaining cult popularity among European comic readers and supernatural fiction fans alike.
📖 Brief Plot Summary
Set in a modern-day Europe where dark magic and ancient gods still whisper through the cracks of society, Lunita follows its titular protagonist—an albino psychic investigator—as she uncovers a conspiracy involving illegal rituals, magical contraband, and government coverups. When a string of ritualistic murders leads to an ancient demon's reawakening, Lunita must work with the pragmatic Inspector Romero to prevent a full-blown occult apocalypse.
Their uneasy partnership takes them from nightclubs pulsing with otherworldly energy to hidden monasteries and forgotten tombs. Each issue delves deeper into the sinister world of magical politics and the fragile boundary between the sacred and the profane.
🌀 Notable Arcs or Storylines
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“The Moon’s Curse” – The central arc explores Lunita’s heritage and the mysterious powers tied to her albinism and lunar affinity.
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“Occult Black Market” – A side plot unraveling the trafficking of magical objects, linking ancient relics to present-day crime syndicates.
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“The Brotherhood of the Hollow Eye” – A secret order trying to manipulate Lunita for their own apocalyptic goals.
💭 Fan Theories or Interpretations
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Lunita as a Goddess-Incarnate – Some fans speculate that Lunita is a reincarnated lunar deity, explaining her mysterious powers and spiritual insight.
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Romero’s Family Ties to the Occult – Readers have hinted at hidden hints suggesting that Inspector Romero's skepticism might be a front to bury his own supernatural lineage.
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The Horned Man as Pan – There’s a theory linking the Horned Man to the god Pan, representing chaos and untamed wild magic—an embodiment of the ancient world fighting back against modern control.
🖌️ Review Summary
Lunita is a stylish, moody, and clever series that delivers both atmospheric world-building and sharp characterization. The artwork stands out with dynamic line work, moody color palettes, and unique character expressions that elevate the supernatural drama. The story blends mystery and dark magic with humor and heart, avoiding clichés while embracing the strange.
📖 Highly recommended for fans of Hellboy, The Invisibles, or Fables.
⭐ Rating: 8.5/10 for art quality, 8/10 for storytelling, and 9/10 for originality.
🧿 A short, thrilling journey into Europe’s dark magical underbelly, Lunita proves that the moon always has secrets—and some of them bite.
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