Both wondrous and restrained, he’s a conduit through which moral, philosophical and life lessons flow. Taking his name from 17th century philosopher, and having his true form be that of a stuffed toy, Bill Watterson’s Hobbes is not just Calvin’s best friend, but also his caretaker, his enabler and his critic. I’m going to call it: Hobbes is one of the most amazing characters ever created by anyone, human or animal. It’s hard to choose a favorite among David Petersen’s characters, but to me Saxon always seems to stand out. His flowing red cloak is a plume of glory, and a testament to his bravery. Who is Saxon? Why, only the greatest swordmouse ever known in the popular Mouse Guard series. A spell caster, a familiar, and a voice of reason, she’s both the odd one out and the indispensable element. The only cat among a cast of dogs in the Beasts of Burden series by Evan Dorkin and Jill Thompson, Dymphna is often a voice of both reason and arcane lore.

Personally, I would have included Bugs Bunny and Ace, the Bat-Hound, but what do I know? - Danĭymphna. So it would only make sense that he join us to pick THE 13 GREATEST ANIMALS IN COMICS. His acclaimed Legend, starring a coterie of dogs trying to survive a post-apocalyptic world, is out 11/23 in trade paperback from Z2 Comics. Samuel Sattin knows from comic-book animals. (Oh, and some little guy named Mickey Mouse debuted on this date 88 years ago, too!) Calvin and Hobbes - co-starring the stuffed animal/imaginary(?) tiger - is one of the most beloved comic strips of all time, debuting Nov. Some are the stars of their stories, others are loyal sidekicks. 31 years ago.Īnimals have an illustrious history in comics, whether as anthropomorphic “funny animals” or as more anatomically precise (if highly intelligent) creatures. In addition to Portuguese, Bidu – Caminhos has been translated into these languages.Y’know what debuted this week? Calvin and Hobbes. Blu is still on his way to becoming the famous lovely pet of Franklin. It is part of the Graphic MSP series of graphic novels based on Maurício de Sousa characters.Īmid an escape through the city's sewer system, Blu needs to decide whether he advances lonesome or returns to save the life of the bigger and threatening dog that helped him escape, but also responsible for the bandages that he carries on his body. Eduardo Damasceno and Luís Felipe Garrochoīidu – Caminhos is a 2015 Brazilian graphic novel written by Eduardo Damasceno and Luís Felipe Garrocho based on the Blu character from the Monica's Gang comic strip.

Bidu by Eduardo Damasceno