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Spider-Man – Issue #172 – 1994 – Bilka Yayınları Turkish Edition

Description:

This comic is Issue #172 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 Amazing SM #140, 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 “Ölü Hedef” (Spectacular SM #209 – “Foreign Objects”), continues with “Çatışma” (Spectacular SM #210 – “Crashing!”), followed by “Saldıran Kim?..” (Spectacular SM #32 – “A Zoo Story”), then “Ben Öldürmek İçin Varım!..” (Spectacular SM #33 – “Night of The Iguana”), and concludes with “Savaşın Sonu” (Spectacular SM #34 – “Lizards on a Hot Tin Roof!”). This combination of classic Spectacular SM stories offers readers a diverse narrative experience, blending suspense, intrigue, and Spider-Man’s high-stakes 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 #172

• Publisher: Bilka Yayınları

• Publication Year: 1994

• Language: Turkish

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

• Cover Artist: Turkish artist (adapted from Amazing SM #140)

• Included Stories: “Ölü Hedef” (Spectacular SM #209 – “Foreign Objects”); “Çatışma” (Spectacular SM #210 – “Crashing!”); “Saldıran Kim?..” (Spectacular SM #32 – “A Zoo Story”); “Ben Öldürmek İçin Varım!..” (Spectacular SM #33 – “Night of The Iguana”); “Savaşın Sonu” (Spectacular SM #34 – “Lizards on a Hot Tin Roof!”)

• Production Method: Artwork retraced using acetate for monochrome printing

• Series Scope: 183 issues published between 1983–1995

• Collector Appeal: Adapted cover art, combination of classic Spectacular SM stories, and unique Turkish black-and-white reinterpretation