Superman #28 1980 Turkish Comic Turkey #347 Action Comics #480 #481

Superman – Issue #28 – TekOfset A.Ş. Turkish Comic Series (1980)

Description:

This comic is Issue #28 from the Turkish Superman series published weekly by TekOfset A.Ş. between 1979 and 1980. A total of 56 issues were released, later compiled into 21 collected volumes. Alongside Superman stories, the series also featured appearances and adventures involving Superboy, Supergirl, and the Legion of the Super-Heroes, providing a broader narrative universe within a single publication line.

One of the most distinctive features of this series is its cover art. All covers were created by Turkish artists, making them unique compared to the original American editions. Although the source material was originally published in color in the United States, this Turkish edition was printed in black and white due to production cost constraints, resulting in a visually different collector’s item.

Issue #28, published in 1980, features a cover corresponding to Superman v1 #347. Inside, the issue continues the storyline “Yabancı – Part 2” (Superman v1 #347), directly advancing the ongoing narrative from previous installments.

The issue also includes “Amazo’nun Dönüşü” (Action Comics (1938) #480), a story involving the return of the android adversary Amazo, known for replicating the powers of heroes. Another included story is “Bir Kuş Bir Uçak Bir Süper Otomobil” (Action Comics (1938) #481), which presents a more lighthearted or thematic take on the iconic phrase associated with Superman.

Additionally, this issue features a mini poster of Alain Delon on the back cover, reflecting the broader pop culture inclusions that occasionally appeared in the series beyond comic content.

This issue exemplifies the hybrid nature of the publication, combining ongoing Superman narratives, additional DC stories, and supplementary content such as posters, all within a uniquely localized Turkish edition.

Key Features:

• Series: Superman (Turkish Edition)

• Issue: #28

• Publisher: TekOfset A.Ş.

• Publication Year: 1980

• Language: Turkish

• Printing: Black and white

• Format: Weekly comic

• Cover: Corresponds to Superman v1 #347 and illustrated by a Turkish artist

• Included Stories: “Yabancı – Part 2” (Superman v1 #347); “Amazo’nun Dönüşü” (Action Comics (1938) #480); “Bir Kuş Bir Uçak Bir Süper Otomobil” (Action Comics (1938) #481)

• Total Series Run: 56 issues (later collected into 21 volumes)

• Notable Feature: All covers are uniquely illustrated by Turkish artists, differing from original U.S. editions

• Collector Appeal: Early Turkish Superman publication featuring serialized storytelling, mixed DC content, and additional cultural inserts such as posters