Marvel Tales #229 - Vol. 2 - Featuring Spider-Man and Angel - 1989

Swinging back into Marvel’s Bronze Age archives, Marvel Tales #229 delivers a thrilling reprint of Peter Parker, The Spectacular Spider-Man #18, first published in 1978. This issue unites two fan-favourite heroes in a high-flying, action-packed team-up between Spider-Man and Angel of the X-Men, offering vintage superhero storytelling at its finest. A brilliant showcase of the era’s cross-title collaborations, this comic blends street-level tension with mutant aerial grace.

Scripted by Bill Mantlo and brought to visual life by the masterful pencils of Mike Zeck, this chapter pits Peter Parker against a mysterious threat that draws the attention of Warren Worthington III, also known as Angel. As the two heroes cross paths, misunderstandings give way to camaraderie, eventually confronting a dangerous adversary that challenges their strengths and tests their teamwork. For readers who love classic character dynamics, punchy dialogue, and retro Marvel atmosphere, this issue ticks every box.

Marvel Tales #229 is part of the beloved Marvel Tales reprint series, designed to bring back iconic and sometimes overlooked stories for a new generation of readers and collectors. The cover artwork, bold colours, and nostalgic panel layouts make this an essential addition for Spider-Man enthusiasts and X-Men completists alike. Whether you’re building your Marvel Tales Volume 2 run or diving into the history of Spectacular Spider-Man, this issue is a hidden gem from the late '80s reprint wave.

Perfect for back issue hunters, fans of Angel, or anyone wanting to experience the grounded tension and heroism of Peter Parker outside his main Amazing title, this comic blends Marvel history with engaging narrative flair.

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