Archetyp

Ralf König’s Archetyp (2010–present, Rowohlt) is a single-issue comic that sees the acclaimed German cartoonist apply his signature blend of bawdy humor and social observation to the story of a man who, after a fatal accident, finds himself reincarnated as a Neanderthal. König, the sole writer and artist, uses this prehistoric premise to explore modern human foibles and relationships with his trademark wit. While brief, the issue stands as a compact, characteristically sharp entry in König’s long-running oeuvre, offering a playful take on evolution and identity.