I am a hero
Dargaud · 2012–2018 · 22 issues
About the series
In the post-apocalyptic manga I Am a Hero (2012–2018, Dargaud), a struggling manga assistant in suburban Tokyo finds his mundane life shattered when a mysterious infection turns ordinary people into terrifying, intelligent zombies. This 22-issue series, created by Kengo Hanazawa, stands out for its gritty realism and psychological depth, focusing on the fragile heroism of an everyman protagonist navigating a collapsing society. With its stark artwork and slow-burn horror, it reimagines the zombie genre through a distinctly Japanese lens, earning acclaim for its unflinching exploration of isolation and survival.