Creators like Yoann & Vehlmann and most recently Sophie Guerrive, Benjamin Abitan, and Schwartz have continued the legacy, maintaining the character's relevance in the 21st century. Legacy and The "Spirou de..." Series
A shorter, more traditional run that bridged the gap between eras. spirou comic
, often simply referred to as Spirou , stands as one of the most enduring and influential pillars of Franco-Belgian comics ( bande dessinée ). Since his debut in 1938, Spirou has evolved from a simple hotel bellhop into a world-traveling adventurer, headlining a series that rivaled Tintin in popularity and helped define the "Marcinelle school" of drawing. The Origins: Rob-Vel and the Bellhop Creators like Yoann & Vehlmann and most recently