Spip

Spip is the pet squirrel belonging to Fantasio, one half of the classic Franco-Belgian duo Spirou and Fantasio. A small but plucky companion, Spip tags along on the pair's adventures, offering a comic counterpoint to the action around him.

A sprightly presence from the very first issue of Robbedoes en Kwabbernoot in 1953, Spip is a Golden Age creation of the legendary André Franquin, one of the great architects of the Franco-Belgian comics tradition. Published by Dupuis and still appearing in collections as recently as 2024, this little character has demonstrated a remarkable staying power across more than seven decades of comics history. Spip keeps exceptional company — sharing pages with Robbedoes, Kwabbernoot, and the beloved Marsupilami — placing them squarely at the heart of Franquin's iconic world. For collectors and fans of classic European comics, Spip is a charming piece of that Golden Age legacy, a reminder of just how enduring Franquin's vision truly was.