Courageous Princess

Rod Espinosa's Courageous Princess (2000–present, Antarctic Press) is a charming, all-ages fantasy adventure that follows a resourceful young heroine through a series of perilous quests. Written and illustrated entirely by Espinosa, the series stands out for its lush, manga-influenced artwork and its proactive, clever protagonist who consistently defies classic damsel-in-distress tropes. A heartfelt, creator-driven labor of love, it remains a beloved example of independent all-ages comics from the early 2000s.