Archie de Man van Staal
Oberon · 1980–1982 · 9 issues
About the series
In this Dutch-language series published by Oberon from 1980 to 1982, Archie de Man van Staal reimagines the classic strongman hero in a compact nine-issue run. Writers and artists Bert Bus, Ted Cowan, and Ted Kearon brought a distinctly European sensibility to the character, blending adventure and humor across its brief lifespan. While a minor entry in the broader "Man of Steel" tradition, this series stands as a curious, regional take on superheroics during the early 1980s.