Got Darna?
The first copy sold at Comic Quest Megamall.
I lucked out this night. Kensai Yonzon and the Darna crew came to Comic Quest delivering fresh, brand-new copies of Mars Ravelo's Darna. I bought the FIRST copy at Comic Quest Megamall, and perhaps all of Metro Manila. Heh. Anyway, the story is by Boboy Yonzon, pencils by Ryan Orosco and inks by Gilbert Monsanto.
SPOILER WARNING!
In the tradition of most debut issues, Darna #1 begins with a dangerous situation for our heroine to make her entrance and kick some criminal scums' butts. Later, there's some sticky situations with kidnappers, and piles of corpses apparently left by an attack by giant snakes (Hint, hint). We get to see Darna's origin, and the comic ends with a familiar face making an appearance.
Mars Ravelo's Darna #1 (of 3) is a decent entry into the characters' mythos, far better than previous attempts by other local publishers to resurrect the character. The initial issue is fairly well-written, with some touches of humor. The art is excellent, though I have to say that it could have been much better in terms of panelling and pacing; some pages, like the snake victim massacre, could have been portrayed more chillingly; and the fight scenes could have done with more dynamic moves.
Aside from that though, there is little to complain about the comic's look as this new Darna is a LOT curvier and sexier than before (along with several other ladies in the issue). Fan service aside though, the issue looks slick and impressive. with bright colors and effects.
Depending on the debut issue's success, Darna could possibly be making a flight to international shores. With that, I wish them all the success in the hope that this ushers in yet another Golden Age of local comics. I'm looking forward to the next issue, next month. Congratulations, Kensai and Mango Comics!
Mars Ravelo's Darna is now available at all Comic Quest branches, and other leading comic and bookstores, 32 pages (full color) at Php120.00. Get your copy now!
Hey, Marc! She's got a nice costume. I want a costume like that too! Heehee...
The first copy sold at Comic Quest Megamall.
I lucked out this night. Kensai Yonzon and the Darna crew came to Comic Quest delivering fresh, brand-new copies of Mars Ravelo's Darna. I bought the FIRST copy at Comic Quest Megamall, and perhaps all of Metro Manila. Heh. Anyway, the story is by Boboy Yonzon, pencils by Ryan Orosco and inks by Gilbert Monsanto.
SPOILER WARNING!
In the tradition of most debut issues, Darna #1 begins with a dangerous situation for our heroine to make her entrance and kick some criminal scums' butts. Later, there's some sticky situations with kidnappers, and piles of corpses apparently left by an attack by giant snakes (Hint, hint). We get to see Darna's origin, and the comic ends with a familiar face making an appearance.
Mars Ravelo's Darna #1 (of 3) is a decent entry into the characters' mythos, far better than previous attempts by other local publishers to resurrect the character. The initial issue is fairly well-written, with some touches of humor. The art is excellent, though I have to say that it could have been much better in terms of panelling and pacing; some pages, like the snake victim massacre, could have been portrayed more chillingly; and the fight scenes could have done with more dynamic moves.
Aside from that though, there is little to complain about the comic's look as this new Darna is a LOT curvier and sexier than before (along with several other ladies in the issue). Fan service aside though, the issue looks slick and impressive. with bright colors and effects.
Depending on the debut issue's success, Darna could possibly be making a flight to international shores. With that, I wish them all the success in the hope that this ushers in yet another Golden Age of local comics. I'm looking forward to the next issue, next month. Congratulations, Kensai and Mango Comics!
Mars Ravelo's Darna is now available at all Comic Quest branches, and other leading comic and bookstores, 32 pages (full color) at Php120.00. Get your copy now!
Hey, Marc! She's got a nice costume. I want a costume like that too! Heehee...
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