Swiftsure

In the mid-1980s, Harrier published Swiftsure, a six-issue series that blended sci-fi adventure with a distinctly British comic sensibility. Written primarily by Martin Lock, Bill Ryan, and Stephen Baskerville, and brought to life by artists including Mike Collins and the Harwoods, the story followed the crew of a starship on a mission of exploration and survival. Though short-lived, it stands as a compact, atmospheric example of the independent UK comics scene of the era, showcasing a collaborative creative team and a focused narrative arc.