Joakim von Anka

Born from the pen of the legendary Carl Barks in 1952, Joakim von Anka is a Golden Age creation who has graced Swedish comics pages for nearly five decades — a remarkable span of enduring appeal. Published by Hemmets Journal, this character found a home across beloved series like Kalle Anka & C:o and the dedicated Joakim (Farbror Joakim), sharing adventures alongside familiar faces including Kalle Anka, Kajsa Anka, and Knatte. The Barks pedigree alone makes any appearance worth seeking out, and with a publishing history stretching from 1952 all the way to 2000, Joakim von Anka is a testament to how a Golden Age character can resonate across generations of readers.