Marshal Blueberry

In the early 1990s, Alpen Publishers released a short but striking two-issue series, Marshal Blueberry, written by Jean Giraud and Thierry Smolderen with art by William Vance. This Western spin-off follows the later years of the famous blue-clad hero, shifting focus from his youthful adventures to a more mature, weathered era. While brief, the series is notable for pairing Giraud—the legendary co-creator of Blueberry—with Vance’s clean, dynamic artwork, offering a distinct visual take on the classic character. It stands as a compact, thoughtful coda to the larger Blueberry saga, respected by fans for its refined storytelling and artistic pedigree.