Five

In this taut, five-issue arc from Dargaud (2009–2012), a team of five strangers is mysteriously drawn together by a shared, life-altering event that forces them to confront their own pasts and a looming global threat. The series, penned by a core creative duo known for their tight plotting and character-driven science fiction, unfolds as a slow-burn conspiracy thriller where each member's unique skills and secrets become crucial to survival. Its concise, self-contained run makes it a standout example of European genre storytelling, delivering a complete, high-stakes narrative without overstaying its welcome.