Raio Negro

A Brazilian adventure comic from the mid-1960s, Raio Negro (Black Lightning) ran for 15 issues from 1966 to 1968 under the publisher Gráfica Editora Penteado Ltda. (GEP). The series is a notable artifact of the country's vibrant, pre-superhero comic book boom, showcasing the distinctive local talent and storytelling style of the era. Its brief but complete run offers a snapshot of the creative energy in Brazilian comics before the market shifted toward licensed imports.