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Cyberpunk
High-tech and low life, blending technology and dystopia. Popular titles: 'Transmetropolitan', 'Neuromancer'.
Horror
Themes of fear and suspense, supernatural elements. Popular titles: 'Uzumaki', 'Locke & Key'.
Historical
Set in a historically accurate setting, often educational. Popular titles: 'Maus', 'Persepolis'.
Post-apocalyptic
Worlds after catastrophic events, survival themes. Popular titles: 'Y: The Last Man', 'The Walking Dead'.
Fantasy
Magical elements, mythical creatures, alternate worlds. Popular titles: 'Sandman', 'Bone'.
Slice of Life
Depiction of everyday experiences, relatable characters. Popular titles: 'American Born Chinese', 'Blankets'.
Western
Set in the American Frontier, cowboys and outlaws. Popular titles: 'Preacher', 'Jonah Hex'.
Manga
Japanese comics, covering various genres, often serialized. Popular titles: 'Naruto', 'Attack on Titan'.
Science Fiction
Futuristic settings, advanced technology, space travel. Popular titles: 'Akira', 'Saga'.
Erotic
Explicit sexual content, aimed at adult readers. Popular titles: 'Sunstone', 'Black Kiss'.
Biographical
Life stories of real people, may include memoirs. Popular titles: 'Fun Home', 'The Photographer'.
Supernatural
Involves ghosts, spirits, or other paranormal entities. Popular titles: 'Hellblazer', 'Deadman'.
Alternative/Indie
Non-mainstream comics, often experimental in style and storytelling. Popular titles: 'Ghost World', 'Love and Rockets'.
Non-fiction
Educational content, based on factual information. Popular titles: 'Logicomix', 'Understanding Comics'.
Romance
Love stories, relationship-based plots, emotional appeal. Popular titles: 'Saga', 'Sunstone'.
Adventure
Action-packed storylines, exotic locations, hero's journey. Popular titles: 'Tintin', 'Bone'.
Superhero
Features superpowered characters, a battle between good and evil, vibrant artwork. Popular titles: 'Watchmen', 'The Dark Knight Returns'.
Crime & Noir
Crime stories, moral ambiguity, dark and gritty art style. Popular titles: 'Sin City', '100 Bullets'.
Humor
Comedic content, satire, or parodic take on other genres. Popular titles: 'The Far Side', 'Calvin and Hobbes'.
War
Focus on conflict and battlefields, can be historical or fictional. Popular titles: 'The 'Nam', 'Pride of Baghdad'.
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