Buccaneers #21 (1950)

In "null," two long-warring Native American tribes are manipulated into uniting against the colony of Illyria, their ancient enmity now a weapon in someone else’s hands. The story unfolds as uneasy alliances form and tensions simmer beneath the surface of a shared, dangerous mission.

In "null," Richard Royale slips into the guise of Dickon to infiltrate the crew of the pirate ship Sea-rover Cutlass, driven by a dual mission: rescue the Lady Helena Granville and bring down the ruthless Pirate Captain Doubloon. As he navigates the treacherous waters of deception and danger, Royale must outwit a crew of hardened outlaws and a cunning leader who may not be as easily defeated as he first appears.

In the tense atmosphere of the Farburn colony, suspicion flares when young Thankful Marlowe is accused of witchcraft. As Eric Falcon awaits the arrival of his Lady Fortuna, he steps in to uncover the truth behind the hysteria, determined to defend Thankful despite the growing fear. The story unfolds with quiet tension, blending historical setting with a suspenseful mystery that challenges who to believe.

In the sweltering heat of the Mediterranean, Black Roger takes command of a new ship to halt a wave of pirate raids—only to face off against Kahena, the fierce chieftainess of the Moslem Marauders, who has her own plans. When her cannon destroys his vessel and captures him, Black Roger finds himself at her mercy, but his escape sparks a sudden turn of power aboard the ship. As the enslaved crew rise up and Kahena is taken in turn, Black Roger seizes her ship and redirects her weapon to defend his own city.