Eagle and Tiger Comic – Issue No. 214 (26th April 1986)

Capture a unique moment in British comic history with this issue of Eagle and Tiger. This specific installment is a must-have for Dan Dare enthusiasts, as it features a rare crossover between the 1980s "New" Dan Dare and the legacy of the original 1950s character.

Product Highlights

• Historic Cover Art: A fascinating "generations" cover asking: "Is this the very last ride for Dan Dare and his great, great grandfather?" It features the 1980s Colonel Dare alongside the classic 1950s iteration in a high-speed chase.

• Key Characters: Features the iconic Mekon, Dan Dare’s arch-nemesis, looming over the "Terrors of Dreamland" plotline.

• Original Details: Published 26th April 1986 with the original 26p cover price.

• Storyline: Part of a mind-bending sci-fi arc that bridged the gap between the various eras of the Eagle franchise.

Condition Note

• Status: Vintage original newsprint.

• Front Cover: Retains excellent color density and graphic impact.

• Wear: Shows light age-related foxing/spotting along the top and right margins (as seen in photos), which is typical for 1980s paper stock. The spine and staples remain intact.

• Interior: Generally clean with natural off-white tanning to the pages.

Collector's Appeal

Issue #214 is highly prized by collectors because it pays direct homage to the Frank Hampson era of the 1950s while maintaining the gritty action of the 80s relaunch. It is a perfect specimen of the "meta" storytelling that made the Eagle and Tiger merger so popular.