Johan et Pirlouit #23 1982 Turkish Comic Turkey Le Serment des Vikings #5 Pinocchio

Küçük Prens (Johan et Pirlouit) – “Vikinglerin İntikamı” – Issue #23 – Turkish Edition, Şiiler Yayınevi (1982)

Description:

This Turkish black-and-white issue of Küçük Prens is part of the early 1980s local publications of the classic Franco-Belgian medieval adventure series Johan et Pirlouit, created by Peyo. Published in 1982 by Şiiler Yayınevi, this release is Issue #23 in the Turkish numbering and features the story Vikinglerin İntikamı, originally titled Le Serment des Vikings, listed as story number 5 in the original series chronology.

Le Serment des Vikings is a dynamic and action-driven adventure centered on honor, revenge, and conflict, expanding the geographical and thematic scope of the series through its Viking-focused narrative. Stories from this period illustrate Peyo’s growing confidence in blending historical motifs with adventurous storytelling, while maintaining the humor and character balance that define Johan et Pirlouit.

As with other Turkish editions of the era, the comic is printed in black and white, despite the original European album being published in color. The cover artwork was newly illustrated by a Turkish artist and differs from the original European cover, a factor that significantly enhances its collectible value as a regional variant. In addition to the main story, this issue includes short bonus comics featuring Pinokyo (Pinocchio) and Fatoş (Blondie) at the end, adding extra material and further distinguishing this Turkish edition from its original counterpart.

Key Features:

• Series Title: Küçük Prens (Johan et Pirlouit)

• Issue Number: Issue #23

• Story Title: Vikinglerin İntikamı

• Original Title: Le Serment des Vikings

• Original Story Number: 5

• Creator: Peyo

• Publisher (Turkey): Şiiler Yayınevi

• Publication Year: 1982

• Language: Turkish

• Printing: Black and white

• Cover: Turkish-illustrated variant cover

• Additional Content: Includes bonus short comics “Pinokyo (Pinocchio)” and “Fatoş (Blondie)”

• Collector Appeal: Classic Viking-themed adventure, Turkish variant cover, and exclusive bonus content