Rampokan

In Rampokan (2023–present, avant-verlag), Peter van Dongen crafts a taut, historically charged thriller set in the final years of Dutch colonial rule in Indonesia. The series follows a young Dutch soldier grappling with loyalty and identity amid the chaos of the Indonesian National Revolution. With its meticulous period detail and van Dongen's expressive linework, this opening issue establishes a gripping exploration of empire, violence, and the personal cost of conflict. A compelling entry from the acclaimed Dutch cartoonist, it marks a significant return to long-form comics for a creator known for his nuanced storytelling.