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Spider-Man – Issue #150 – 1993 – Bilka Yayınları Turkish Edition
Description:
This comic is Issue #150 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 1993, features a cover illustrated by a Turkish artist and adapted from Amazing Spider-Man #358, reflecting the continued tradition of reinterpreting original Marvel cover art for the Turkish market. As with many Bilka editions, this adaptation preserves the recognizable composition while introducing subtle local differences.
The issue presents the concluding half of the major crossover storyline “Round Robin: The Sidekick’s Revenge,” compiling parts three through six of the arc. It begins with “Kazanman İmkansız” (Amazing Spider-Man #355 – “Total Eclipse of the Moon... Knight!”), followed by “Örümcek Ayvayı Yedi” (Amazing Spider-Man #356 – “After Midnight!”), and continues with “Bizi Öldürecek” (Amazing Spider-Man #357 – “A Bagel with Nova!”). The storyline concludes with “Sen Canavarsın” (Amazing Spider-Man #358 – “Out on a Limb”).
This crossover storyline is notable for bringing together multiple Marvel characters, including Moon Knight, Nova, and other urban-level heroes, creating a fast-paced and interconnected narrative. The arc combines crime, action, and humor, reflecting the early 1990s trend toward crossover storytelling within the Marvel Universe. Presenting four consecutive chapters in a single issue enhances narrative continuity and makes this edition particularly engaging for readers and collectors alike.
For collectors, this issue stands out due to its inclusion of the climactic chapters of a major crossover storyline, its adapted cover artwork, and its strong narrative flow. The combination of multiple connected issues and recognizable Marvel characters makes it a highly appealing and collectible entry within the Bilka Spider-Man series.
Key Features:
• Series: Spider-Man (Bilka Yayınları Turkish Edition)
• Issue: Issue #150
• Publisher: Bilka Yayınları
• Publication Year: 1993
• Language: Turkish
• Printing: Black and white (adapted from original color artwork)
• Cover Artist: Turkish artist (adapted from Amazing Spider-Man #358)
• Included Stories: “Total Eclipse of the Moon... Knight!” (Amazing Spider-Man #355); “After Midnight!” (Amazing Spider-Man #356); “A Bagel with Nova!” (Amazing Spider-Man #357); “Out on a Limb” (Amazing Spider-Man #358)
• Story Arc: Round Robin: The Sidekick’s Revenge (Parts 3–6)
• Production Method: Artwork retraced using acetate for monochrome printing
• Series Scope: 183 issues published between 1983–1995
• Collector Appeal: Major crossover storyline conclusion, adapted Marvel cover art, and strong multi-issue continuity