Which stand - alone Marvel graphic novels are highly recommended?

One of the best is 'Watchmen' by Alan Moore. It's a complex and thought - provoking work that deconstructs the superhero genre. Another great one is 'The Dark Knight Returns' by Frank Miller. It presents a darker and more gritty take on Batman. And 'V for Vendetta' is also excellent, exploring themes of freedom and resistance.

I highly recommend 'Laika' by Nick Abadzis. It tells the story of the first dog in space from a unique perspective. The female characters in it add depth to the story. Another one is 'Through the Woods' by Emily Carroll. Her work often features female protagonists in dark, fairy - tale - like stories. And 'Jem and the Holograms' is a classic in its own right, with strong female characters and a fun, pop - culture - filled story.

A great and scary graphic novel is 'Scary Godmother'. It has a unique take on the world of monsters and witches. The art style and the stories told within are both fun and a bit spooky. 'Wytches' is also very scary. It shows a world where wytches are real and they prey on humans in the most disturbing ways. The atmosphere created in the graphic novel is one of constant dread. 'Invincible' has some very intense and scary moments too, especially when dealing with the more powerful and malevolent villains that the hero has to face.

'Daredevil: Guardian Devil' is a must - read. It has a complex and engaging plot that involves Daredevil protecting a baby that might be the Antichrist. It really tests Daredevil's moral compass and makes for a great read.

Some of the best stand alone graphic novels include 'The Arrival' by Shaun Tan. This wordless graphic novel is an amazing exploration of immigration and the immigrant experience. 'Daytripper' by Fábio Moon and Gabriel Bá is also very good. It has a unique structure that follows different moments in the life of its protagonist, making the reader reflect on life and death. And 'My Favorite Thing Is Monsters' by Emil Ferris is a great example of a stand - alone graphic novel that combines horror, mystery, and a coming - of - age story.

One of the best is 'The Dark Knight Returns'. It shows an older Batman coming out of retirement in a gritty, dystopian Gotham. Another great one is 'Batman: Year One' which details his early days as Batman and his relationship with Commissioner Gordon. And 'Arkham Asylum: A Serious House on Serious Earth' is also highly regarded for its dark and psychological take on Batman's world.

I would highly recommend 'Solo'. It offers a fresh take on Bond. The story is full of twists and turns, and the art is quite distinct. It shows Bond in some rather unique situations that we haven't seen much in other Bond media.

Highly recommended is 'Batman: Endgame'. It has a very intense story where the Joker returns in a big way and challenges Batman like never before. The art is top - notch. Another one is 'Batman: Detective Comics' in the New 52. It has some great detective stories, which is what Batman is all about. It shows his intelligence and his ability to solve complex mysteries. And 'Batman: Son of Batman' is also good. It explores the relationship between Batman and Damian Wayne, his son, in an interesting way.

I highly recommend 'The Boys'. It has a post - apocalyptic feel in terms of the corrupt world it portrays, where superheroes are more like villains. 'V for Vendetta' is also great. Set in a dystopian future that can be seen as post - apocalyptic in nature, it's about a masked man fighting against an oppressive regime. 'Akira' is a classic. It has a post - apocalyptic Tokyo filled with gangs, psychic powers, and a lot of chaos.

I highly recommend 'Watchmen' by Alan Moore. It's a deconstruction of the superhero genre which can be seen as a form of epic fantasy. The complex characters, the alternate history setting and the deep themes make it a must - read. The art is also very detailed and adds to the overall atmosphere of the story.