Zagor LU zlatni klasik #7: Kralj orlova

In Kralj orlova, Zagor faces a masked enemy who has forced the Munsee tribe into submission. By abducting Chief Miwok’s son, the villain secures the obedience of both his father and the community. A hostage’s life becomes an instrument of coercion, preventing the tribe from openly resisting.

Zagor and Chico undertake to help Miwok and free his son. Their opponent, however, possesses an unusual weapon: eagles whose attacks he commands and uses to spread terror. The search leads Zagor towards the enemy’s hideout, where a rescue mission becomes a struggle for his own survival.

Nolitta combines kidnapping, pursuit and danger from above, creating an adversary whose authority depends on carefully maintained fear. Courage alone is insufficient: Zagor must act resourcefully, since a reckless assault could endanger the very person he hopes to save.

Ferri’s artwork emphasises the menace of the attacking birds and the drama of confronting their masked master. Chico’s humour provides relief within an adventure that sets friendship and solidarity against blackmail and the abuse of power.