Darna ( 2003, Comic Mini-series 1-3 )

Media Format: Comics, Limited Edition. Out of Print.
Year Produced: 2003
Produced by: Mango Comics
Writer: Boboy Yonzon
Artists: Gilbert V. Monsanto, Ryan Orosco

Explore the exhilarating "Darna (2003 Comic Mini-series)," an award-winning English-language series published by Mango Comics. This three-issue glossy-format mini-series features the creative talents of writer Boboy Yonzon and artists Gilbert V. Monsanto and Ryan Orosco, with significant input from Mars Ravelo's family.

In this reimagined tale, Narda is a college student who discovered the mystical stone a decade ago. The narrative unveils a new origin for Darna, portraying her as one of the "Adarna Warriors" from the planet Tiamat. These warriors, equipped with artificial wings reminiscent of DC Comics' Hawkmen and Hawkwomen, have long battled the "Serpent Queens," beings akin to Nagas and Gorgons. Their conflict forces both races to flee Tiamat and resettle on the planet Nibiru, also known as Marte.

This mini-series uniquely links Darna to the mythical Adarna bird (Ibong Adarna), enriching her character with Filipino cultural elements. Fans of Filipino comics and superhero tales will be captivated by this modern retelling, which blends rich mythology with dynamic storytelling and striking artwork.

Dive into the world of "Darna (2003 Comic Mini-series)" and experience the epic saga of this iconic heroine.