Go with the Clouds, North-by-Northwest

In this four-issue series from Vertical, a young man named Kei Miyama navigates the remote Icelandic landscape while driving a truck and listening to music, his quiet routine disrupted by encounters with cryptic locals and mysterious events. Written and illustrated by Aki Irie, Go with the Clouds, North-by-Northwest blends atmospheric travelogue with slow-burn mystery, its sparse, evocative art capturing the stark beauty of the North. The series stands out for its meditative pace and understated character work, offering a contemplative escape into a world where the road itself feels like a character.