Le Masque de Fudo

In this four-issue French miniseries from Les Humanoïdes Associés (2016–2020), the iconic Japanese hero Fudo Myo-o is reimagined as a mask that grants its wearer immense power—at a terrible price. The story follows a young man who discovers the mask and becomes entangled in a violent struggle between ancient spirits and modern crime syndicates. Written by Thierry Smolderen and illustrated by Philippe Druillet, the series blends Druillet's signature psychedelic, architectural style with a gritty, urban thriller. It matters as a striking fusion of Japanese mythology and European comics tradition, showcasing Druillet’s late-career return to a character he helped define.