Sparte

Set in an alternate ancient Greece, Sparte (2011–2015) is a three-issue miniseries from the Belgian publisher Le Lombard that reimagines the rise of Sparta through a dark, political lens. Written by Patrick Weber with art by Christophe Simon, the series explores the brutal foundations and ideological conflicts of the warrior city-state. Its concise, self-contained story offers a focused historical drama that stands out for its atmospheric visuals and nuanced take on Spartan society.