Spider-Man #163 1994 Turkish Comic Turkey Web Of #88 #89 #86 Amazing #201 #202 Marvel Team Up #125
Spider-Man – Issue #163 – 1994 – Bilka Yayınları Turkish Edition
Description:
This comic is Issue #163 from the Spider-Man series published in Turkey by Bilka Yayınları between 1983 and 1995. Running for a total of 183 issues, this series remains one of the most comprehensive Turkish print runs for Marvel’s iconic web-slinger. Though the original American comics were in full color, these Turkish editions were printed entirely in black and white due to production costs. Turkish artists retraced the original artwork on acetate sheets, creating a distinct visual style that differs from the U.S. originals. Many covers were also uniquely illustrated by Turkish artists, providing additional collectible value.
This issue, published in 1994, features a cover drawn by a Turkish artist and adapted from Web of SM #86, continuing Bilka’s tradition of reinterpreting original Marvel covers for the Turkish audience.
The issue contains five major stories, highlighting a mix of action, suspense, and character-driven drama. It begins with “Durum Kötü” (Web of SM #88 – The Name of the Rose Part 5), continues with “Sıra Bende” (Web of SM #89 – The Name of the Rose Conclusion), followed by “İnsan Avı” (Amazing SM #201 – “Man-Hunt!”), “İntikam Yemini” (Amazing SM #202 – “One For Those Long Gone!”), and concluding with “Sen Ölmüştün” (Marvel Team-Up #125 – “Yesterday and Today”). This combination of Spider-Man and Marvel Team-Up stories offers readers a diverse narrative experience, blending multi-issue arcs with standalone adventures.
Collectors will value this issue for its adapted cover art, inclusion of multiple classic Marvel stories, and the black-and-white reinterpretation that makes Bilka’s editions unique. The issue also showcases Turkish artists’ contributions in maintaining the essence of Marvel storytelling while adding a local visual touch.
Key Features:
• Series: Spider-Man (Bilka Yayınları Turkish Edition)
• Issue: Issue #163
• Publisher: Bilka Yayınları
• Publication Year: 1994
• Language: Turkish
• Printing: Black and white (adapted from original color artwork)
• Cover Artist: Turkish artist (adapted from Web of SM #86)
• Included Stories: “Durum Kötü” (Web of SM #88 – The Name of the Rose Part 5); “Sıra Bende” (Web of SM #89 – The Name of the Rose Conclusion); “İnsan Avı” (Amazing SM #201 – “Man-Hunt!”); “İntikam Yemini” (Amazing SM #202 – “One For Those Long Gone!”); “Sen Ölmüştün” (Marvel Team-Up #125 – “Yesterday and Today”)
• Production Method: Artwork retraced using acetate for monochrome printing
• Series Scope: 183 issues published between 1983–1995
• Collector Appeal: Adapted cover art, multi-part “The Name of the Rose” arc, combination of Spider-Man and Marvel Team-Up stories, and unique Turkish black-and-white reinterpretation