{"product_id":"silver-surfer-vol-1-1988-turkish-comic-turkey-1-2-3-vol-2-36-epic-illustrated-1","title":"Silver Surfer Vol #1 1988 Turkish Comic Turkey #1 #2 #3 Vol. 2 #36 Epic Illustrated #1","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"64\"\u003eGümüş Kayakçı – Volume 1 – Alfa Yayınları Turkish Edition (1988)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"999\" data-start=\"262\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(170, 26, 23);\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"281\" data-start=\"278\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"66\" data-end=\"606\"\u003eThis comic is Volume 1 of the Turkish series Gümüş Kayakçı, published by Alfa Yayınları between 1988 and 1989. The series ran for a total of 6 volumes and represents one of the earliest Turkish publications specifically devoted to the Silver Surfer under the Gümüş Kayakçı title. Each volume compiled stories from the earlier Marvel Çizgi Roman Silver Surfer series, often combining two original issues into a single Turkish volume, and was published every 15 days, making it a collectible periodical for readers at the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"608\" data-end=\"1134\"\u003eUnlike the original American editions, which were printed in full color, the Turkish version was produced entirely in black and white. This decision was primarily made to reduce production costs. Instead of printing directly from the original color plates, the artwork was carefully retraced using tracing paper techniques, allowing the publisher to reproduce the iconic illustrations in monochrome form. As a result, these editions have a distinctive visual character that differs noticeably from their American counterparts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1575\"\u003eThe physical format of the Gümüş Kayakçı volumes is also slightly smaller than the original U.S. comics, reflecting the printing standards commonly used by Turkish comic publishers during the 1980s. Despite these differences, the series holds a unique place in Turkish comic history, introducing readers to the philosophical and cosmic adventures of the Silver Surfer during a time when Marvel material was still relatively rare in Turkey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"2176\"\u003eThe cover of Volume 1 is adapted from Silver Surfer Vol. 2 issue #36. Inside, the volume includes multiple classic Silver Surfer stories: “Gümüş Kayakçı’nın Doğuş” (Silver Surfer #1), introducing the hero’s origin and cosmic purpose; “Yanıt” (Epic Illustrated #1, The Answer, A Tale of the Silver Surfer), a story exploring the Surfer’s philosophical and moral dilemmas; “Uzaydan Gelenler” (Silver Surfer #2), continuing the early adventures; and “Güç ve Ödül” (Silver Surfer 1968 #3), which presents one of the first major story arcs reflecting the Surfer’s cosmic struggles and ethical challenges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2178\" data-end=\"2511\"\u003eFor collectors, Gümüş Kayakçı Volume 1 is notable not only for compiling multiple early Silver Surfer stories in one edition but also for presenting them in a uniquely Turkish format, with black-and-white printing and slightly smaller dimensions, giving the series a distinct visual identity compared to the original American comics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1020\" data-start=\"1001\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(170, 26, 23);\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2528\" data-end=\"2586\"\u003e• Series: Gümüş Kayakçı (Alfa Yayınları Turkish Edition)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2588\" data-end=\"2608\"\u003e• Volume: Volume 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2610\" data-end=\"2639\"\u003e• Publisher: Alfa Yayınları\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2641\" data-end=\"2673\"\u003e• Publication Years: 1988–1989\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2675\" data-end=\"2696\"\u003e• Language: Turkish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2698\" data-end=\"2765\"\u003e• Printing: Black and white (adapted from original color artwork)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2767\" data-end=\"2842\"\u003e• Format Difference: Slightly smaller than the original U.S. comic format\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2844\" data-end=\"2927\"\u003e• Production Method: Artwork retraced using tracing paper for monochrome printing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2929\" data-end=\"2977\"\u003e• Cover Source: Silver Surfer Vol. 2 issue #36\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2979\" data-end=\"3146\"\u003e• Included Stories: Silver Surfer #1 “Gümüş Kayakçı’nın Doğuş”; Epic Illustrated #1 “Yanıt”; Silver Surfer #2 “Uzaydan Gelenler”; Silver Surfer 1968 #3 “Güç ve Ödül”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3148\" data-end=\"3188\"\u003e• Publication Frequency: Every 15 days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3190\" data-end=\"3245\"\u003e• Series Scope: 6 volumes published between 1988–1989\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Turkrex Collectables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47768930615434,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0716\/3687\/7450\/files\/1_a242c59e-c83a-40bf-9aa6-9afd4f46c2ad.jpg?v=1779279601","url":"https:\/\/turkrexcollectables.com\/products\/silver-surfer-vol-1-1988-turkish-comic-turkey-1-2-3-vol-2-36-epic-illustrated-1","provider":"Turkrex Collectables","version":"1.0","type":"link"}