Spider-Man #115 1990 Turkish Comic Turkey Web of #51 #53 Spectacular #152 #153

Spider-Man – Issue #115 – 1990 – Bilka Yayınları Turkish Edition

Description:

This comic is Issue #115 from the long-running Spider-Man series published in Turkey by Bilka Yayınları between 1983 and 1995. The series ran for a total of 183 issues and represents one of the most extensive and recognizable Turkish print runs dedicated to Marvel’s iconic web-slinger. Although the original American comics were printed in full color, the Turkish editions were produced entirely in black and white due to high printing costs at the time. To achieve this, Turkish artists carefully retraced the original artwork using acetate techniques, resulting in a distinct visual interpretation that differs from the original prints. Another notable feature that enhances the collectible value of this series is the presence of locally illustrated covers, some of which were uniquely created by Turkish artists rather than directly reproduced from the original U.S. editions.

This particular issue, published in 1990, features a cover illustrated by a Turkish artist and adapted from Web of Spider-Man #51, maintaining a close visual connection to the original while reflecting local artistic interpretation. The issue brings together stories from both Web of Spider-Man and The Spectacular Spider-Man, focusing on darker, crime-oriented narratives that were characteristic of the period.

The issue opens with “Yavaş Ol Biraz!..” (Web of Spider-Man #51 – “The Crimelord of New York!”), introducing a storyline centered around organized crime and the shifting power dynamics within New York’s underworld. This is followed by “Bu İş Bitsin” (Spectacular Spider-Man #152 – “A Wolf’s Tale...”), continuing the darker tone with themes of vengeance and confrontation.

The narrative continues with “Bu Kadar Olmaz” (Web of Spider-Man #53 – “Wolves in the Night”), reinforcing the ongoing storyline involving crime and survival in the urban landscape. The issue concludes with “İkisini de Öldür!..” (Spectacular Spider-Man #153 – “Siege”), delivering a high-intensity finale that brings together the tension and conflict built throughout the issue.

For collectors, this issue stands out for its cohesive, multi-part storytelling drawn from two major Spider-Man series, its adaptation of an original Marvel cover by a Turkish artist, and its focus on darker, street-level narratives. These elements make it a compelling and collectible entry within the Bilka Spider-Man series.

Key Features:

• Series: Spider-Man (Bilka Yayınları Turkish Edition)

• Issue: Issue #115

• Publisher: Bilka Yayınları

• Publication Year: 1990

• Language: Turkish

• Printing: Black and white (adapted from original color artwork)

• Cover Artist: Turkish artist (adapted from Web of Spider-Man #51)

• Included Stories: “The Crimelord of New York!” (Web of Spider-Man #51); “A Wolf’s Tale...” (Spectacular Spider-Man #152); “Wolves in the Night” (Web of Spider-Man #53); “Siege” (Spectacular Spider-Man #153)

• Production Method: Artwork retraced using acetate for monochrome printing

• Series Scope: 183 issues published between 1983–1995

• Collector Appeal: Adapted Marvel cover, crime-focused multi-part narrative, and mixed Spider-Man series content