EDITOR’S NOTE: Being good at drawing doesn’t automatically make you a great mangaka—your characters need to feel alive too. Valentin, having previously illustrated the one-shot “Skin & Bone” (definitely check it out if you haven’t already!) takes full creative control for the first time in this story, handling both writing and art. Here, he proves he’s not just a skilled artist, but a true storyteller who brings his characters to life. Enjoy the vivid, mysterious tale of Gugu and the ever-lovable Arty.