Superman #38 1985 Turkish Comic Turkey #402 Wonder Woman #269 #270 #271

Supermen – Issue #38 – Bilka Yayınları Extra Series (Circa 1985)

Description:

This issue belongs to the “Supermen” extra series published by Bilka Yayınları between 1982 and 1994, consisting of a total of 143 issues. The series was later republished under the title “Süper Seri” in 80 collected volumes. The name “Supermen” reflects the localized Turkish usage of the character’s name during that era.

These albums typically compile multiple stories into a single issue, often without following the original American publication order. The series includes not only core Superman stories but also broader DC content, offering readers a varied selection of adventures. Many of the covers were uniquely illustrated by Turkish artists, making them distinct from their American counterparts and highly collectible.

Although original U.S. editions were printed in full color, most of this Turkish series was printed in black and white due to high production costs. Early issues sometimes featured partial color printing; however, this issue is printed in black and white.

This Issue #38 features a cover illustrated by a Turkish artist and brings together a mix of Superman and Wonder Woman stories, combining standalone narratives with a multi-part Wonder Woman sequence.

The issue includes “Onu durdurmalıyım” (Superman Special #1), followed by a three-part Wonder Woman storyline: “Cennet Adasına Dönüş” (Wonder Woman #269), “Yeniden Doğuş” (Wonder Woman #270), and “Son Perde” (Wonder Woman #271). It also features “Lütfen sakin ol” (Superman #402), adding a classic Superman story to complete the collection.

Key Features:

• Series: Supermen (Bilka Yayınları – Extra Series)

• Issue: #38

• Publisher: Bilka Yayınları

• Publication Year: Circa 1985 (exact date not specified)

• Language: Turkish

• Printing: Black and white

• Format: Anthology / collected stories

• Cover: Illustrated by a Turkish artist (Turkey-exclusive artwork)

• Included Stories:

• “Onu durdurmalıyım” (Superman Special #1)
• “Cennet Adasına Dönüş” (Wonder Woman #269)
• “Yeniden Doğuş” (Wonder Woman #270)
• “Son Perde” (Wonder Woman #271)
• “Lütfen sakin ol” (Superman #402)

• Total Series Run: 143 issues (later collected into 80 volumes under “Süper Seri”)

• Notable Feature: Includes a full multi-part Wonder Woman arc alongside Superman stories

• Collector Appeal: Combines Superman Special content with a continuous Wonder Woman storyline and Turkish-exclusive cover artwork