**How have Franco-Belgian comics, known as bande dessinée, influenced the comic book industry in Europe and beyond?
What role do fan communities play in the promotion and adaptation of manga into other media formats, such as anime or live-action films?
How do cultural themes and societal issues manifest in popular manga series, and what impact do they have on readership both in Asia and globally?
What is the significance of serialization in manga, and how does it affect the development and popularity of a series?
How has the manga industry influenced the global comic industry, and what are some examples of this cultural exchange?
What are the major differences between manga and traditional Western comics in terms of artistic style and storytelling techniques?
How have contemporary European comics continued to evolve, and what current trends are emerging within the Franco-Belgian comic scene?
What role did magazines like "Spirou" and "Tintin" play in the popularization and dissemination of Franco-Belgian comics in the 20th century?
Who are some of the most iconic characters and series from Franco-Belgian comics, and what cultural impact have they had internationally?
How did the Franco-Belgian comic tradition influence the development of graphic storytelling in other European countries?
