Gwaii

In Gwaii, a lone man is stranded on a mysterious island off the coast of British Columbia, where supernatural forces and ancient Haida mythology collide. Published by Arcana in 2008, this single-issue comic is a self-contained survival story that blends eerie folklore with a stark, atmospheric wilderness. The project is most associated with writer/artist Jeff Lemire, whose early work here hints at the haunting, minimalist style he would later become known for. Though brief, Gwaii stands as a raw, early showcase of Lemire’s talent for crafting intimate, mythic tales.