A Bow Like a Butterfly
is a graphic novel set in a surreal, otherworldly realm. It follows the journey of the protagonist, 01, who escapes a life of confinement and systemic control in pursuit of freedom, identity, and connection. This is a story of awakening—one marked by friendship, transformation, and quiet rebellion.
The “bow” in the title is not a character, but a symbolic object woven throughout the narrative. Light as a butterfly, it represents fragility, hope, and the possibility of change. As 01 ventures through this dreamlike world, the bow becomes a visual metaphor for inner strength and the will to break free. Along the way, 01 encounters companions who help illuminate the path forward, leading to moments of both personal and emotional revelation.
Rendered in soft, ethereal colors, the graphic novel builds a visually poetic world where fantasy and introspection intertwine—inviting readers to reflect on what it means to reclaim oneself from systems that seek to define us.