Moriarty the Patriot, Vol. 1

In Victorian London, the name Moriarty is synonymous with villainy thanks to Sherlock Holmes's greatest nemesis. But this manga reimagines Professor James Moriarty not as a mere criminal mastermind, but as a vigilante with a noble cause. Born into poverty and adopted into the aristocratic Moriarty family, young William James Moriarty witnesses firsthand the brutal class divide plaguing England. Rather than accept the corrupt social order, he dedicates himself to dismantling it from within—targeting the nobility who abuse their power and exploit the vulnerable. This first volume establishes Moriarty as an anti-hero whose methods are ruthless but whose motivations stem from a desire for social justice and equality. The series cleverly inverts the traditional Holmes narrative, positioning Moriarty as the protagonist fighting against systemic injustice in a society where birthright determines worth. With its stylish Victorian setting, morally complex characters, and crimes that serve a greater purpose, the manga appeals to fans of period mysteries, psychological thrillers, and stories that challenge conventional notions of hero and villain. It's a fresh take on classic literature that asks whether the ends can justify the means when revolution is the only path to change.