Excalibur #118

Excalibur #118, published in March 1998, serves as part of the twilight era of the original Excalibur series. Following the departure of founding members like Captain Britain and Meggan from the core roster, the title underwent significant shifts in tone and lineup. This issue was written by Ben Raab and features the artistic contributions of Dale Eaglesham, reflecting the creative pivot to accommodate the broader X-Men editorial landscape at the time.

The issue is notable for its role in the lead-up to the series' conclusion, as the title struggled to maintain the whimsical, reality-bending identity established by Chris Claremont and Alan Davis earlier in the decade. The cover and interior art by Eaglesham emphasize a more grounded, action-oriented aesthetic, which was a marked departure from the series' roots. While it did not achieve the critical acclaim of earlier runs, it remains a transitional piece for completist readers tracking the evolution of the British-based mutant team.