Hilda and the Troll

Luke Pearson launched his beloved all-ages fantasy series with this 2013 debut from Nobrow, introducing a blue-haired girl whose curiosity leads her into a moonlit encounter with a troll. This single-issue comic established the gentle, whimsical tone and lush, Scandinavian-inspired landscapes that would define Hilda’s world, blending folklore with a child’s sense of wonder. Pearson’s distinctive art and storytelling here set the stage for a quietly acclaimed franchise that would expand into graphic novels and beyond.