Created by Mars Ravelo, the idea of her was conceived at around 1939, but always rejected because the publishers that Mr. Ravelo went to responded the same thing: female superheroes will not sell. He then shelved the idea until after World War II. His idea was accepted by Bulaklak Comics and his character debuted as "Varga", but due to conflicts with his writer, Mars Ravelo left and transferred to Liwayway. During that time, Bulaklak Comics was the current licence holder for "Varga" therefore was left behind and the name "Darna" emerged.
main website
mobile and desktop interfaces
online comic reader
mobile and desktop interface
comic chapters + online shop
desktop interface
design manual
compiles concepts, illustrations and advertisement campaign materials
full contents available upon private request
darna : an e-comic adaptation
thesis concept & original illustrations: Jan Villanueva
interaction & graphic design executions + design manual: Josephine Valbarez
related links
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