Cloak and Dagger – Marvel – 1985–1987 – Volume 2 – #1–11

Cloak and Dagger – Marvel – 1985–1987 – #1–11

📘 Series Summary

Following their successful debut mini-series, Marvel's "child of the streets" duo returned in 1985 for their second solo outing. Written primarily by co-creator Bill Mantlo, this 11-issue series deepened the complex, co-dependent relationship between Tyrone Johnson (Cloak) and Tandy Bowen (Dagger). While their first series focused on the drug war in New York, this volume took the heroes on a global journey, tracking a drug-for-weapons ring from Marseille, France to Bethlehem and finally to the opium fields of Cambodia.

This run is highly regarded for its artistic pedigree, featuring pencils by Rick Leonardi, Mike Mignola, Art Adams, and Marc Silvestri, all unified by the legendary inks of Terry Austin. The series also introduced the vengeful Mayhem (Det. O'Rielly), who became a dark reflection of the duo's mission. Balancing gritty social commentary with the high-stakes cosmic weirdness of Secret Wars II and battles against Doctor Doom, this series stands as a definitive chapter in the Cloak and Dagger legacy before they moved into the Strange Tales anthology.

⭐ Why This Series Stands Out

  • Features a rotating "who's who" of legendary 80s artists, including Mike Mignola and Art Adams.
  • Issue #5: The first appearance and origin of Mayhem, a fan-favorite anti-hero born from the same gas that created Cloak and Dagger.
  • Secret Wars II Tie-in (#4): A unique encounter where the Beyonder enters the lives of the duo.
  • International Adventure: Moves the characters out of their New York comfort zone into a high-stakes global drug-running plot.
  • Origin Retold (#1): A perfect jumping-on point that recaps the tragic origins of the runaway heroes.
  • Concludes in Issue #11 with a double-sized finale that leads directly into the 1987 Strange Tales series.

📦 Inventory Notice

We carry both Direct Edition and Newsstand variants of this 1985 series. Please check the individual item descriptions for specific collector details, including signature certifications by Carl Potts or Rick Leonardi. As we migrate our massive back-stock, please reach out if you have any questions about specific grades!

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