The Puma Blues

A hauntingly beautiful two-issue series from Mirage Studios, The Puma Blues (1988–1989) blends ecological mystery with surreal, poetic introspection. Written by Stephen Murphy and illustrated with Michael Zulli’s lush, atmospheric art, the story follows a solitary wildlife ranger in a remote forest as he investigates strange animal disappearances and a growing sense of unease. Though brief, the series is remembered for its meditative tone and Zulli’s breathtaking, almost painterly style, making it a quiet gem of late-80s independent comics.