The Abrafaxe Era: Issues 1 to 355 and Beyond (1976–Present)
The legacy of Mosaik is divided into two iconic eras, defined by their distinct, goblin-like main characters who travel through history, science, and space. 1. The Digedags Era (Issues 1 to 223 / 226)
It is the attempt to freeze a river.
I wasn’t looking for a comic. I was looking for a door. A door back to a Saturday morning when the world was still made of paper and possibility.
is the longest-running comic book magazine in Germany, uniquely spanning the history of both East Germany (GDR) and reunified Germany. The magazine is famous for its two legendary eras: the original Digedags (1955–1975) and their successors, the Abrafaxe (1976–present). The Digedags (Issues 1–223/229) The Abrafaxe Era: Issues 1 to 355 and
The history of Mosaik Magazine is cleanly divided into two distinct historical epochs, each defined by a trio of small, time-traveling heroes:
While visually paying homage to their predecessors, the Abrafaxe featured more distinct personalities: Abrax is the impulsive man of action, Brabax is the hyper-intelligent scientist, and Califax is the comfort-loving epicurean. I wasn’t looking for a comic
The original era of Mosaik was defined by the : Dig, Dag, and Digedag. Created by Hannes Hegen, these three goblins traveled through space and time, teaching readers about history, science, and technology through meticulously researched adventures.
Picture lecture with book presentation »Digedags und Abrafaxe is the longest-running comic book magazine in Germany,
With over 200 million copies sold since 1955, Mosaik remains a cornerstone of European comics. The transition from the Digedags to the Abrafaxe, while initially challenging for longtime fans, ensured that the magazine could adapt to new generations.