Manga totally counts. What have you read that sticks out to you? As for Dark Horse and their Avatar comics, I didn't know that was a thing. It doesn't surprise me in the slightest though. For a smaller publisher, they do a really good job at securing rights for properties with a built in fan base. Aliens, Buffy, Firefly, and probably more than slip my mind. I've never watched Avatar or Korra myself, let alone read the comics. I'd love to hear how well you think Dark Horse's continuation of the stories stack up.
Just got back from a long roommate detour. Apologies for the late response. My all-time favorite manga is Gantz. Others in my top list are I Am a Hero (unfinished) and Noragami (also unfinished, but its got a great anime adaptation). I'm sure there are more, but off the top of my head, those are the good 'uns . Oh baby, as for Avatar and Korra, they're on a pedestal for me. In a way, I see them as my generation's growing up on the coattails/influences of Miyizaki seeing as he was a huge inspiration for the co-creators. Needless to say, if Gantz takes the cake for manga, AtLA and LoK take the cake for their class - since they aren't quite anime, but you catch my drift. As for how the continuation stacks up, I couldn't be more pleased. The author, Gene Yang, from what I've read, was a big fan of the original series. He was fortunate enough to collaborate with Bryke (the co-creator's joint, fan-made name - Bryan/Mike) throughout the processes to keep the feel of the stories integrous.
It's good to hear you think The Avatar comics are doing the source material justice. From what I've heard people say, the cartoon series is very highly regarded and after the painful sting of the live action film, I don't think a second disappointment would be bearable. I just checked out I am a Hero on Wikipedia and it sounds like an interesting take on the zombie genre, Japanese weirdness and all. It sounds like the main character might have a lot of room for growth.
Couldn't agree with you more. I remember exactly where I was and what was doing when I watched the opening scene of the pilot; the live action: never have, never will. I've read elsewhere others found I am a Hero is refreshing as well. In my opinion, it's take on the apocalyptic end is special in the creator's level of detail (social dynamics, introduction of new elements, and art) paired with great use of suspense. Nailed it on the main character's room for growth. Thankfully, I fell off the wagon right as the latest installment came out, so I'll have a fully translated volume to zoom through when I swing back into it. :D