Varga (comics)

Varga
Upon a shout and a touch, the violet-colored ghost Vara unites with the human child Olga, fused into one person in a single body: the superhero Varga (Vara + Olga).
Publication information
PublisherBulaklak Magazine
First appearance1947
Created byMars Ravelo
In-story information
Alter egoDarna; Princess Vara; Olga
SpeciesVaran
Place of originPlanet Vargon; Earth
Abilities
  • Flight
  • Super strength
  • Super reflexes
  • Super speed
  • Unlimited stamina
  • Skilled in hand-to-hand combat
  • Ultra-enhanced senses
  • Psionic abilities

Varga (real name: Narda), a Filipino comic superheroine, was created by Marcial "Mars" Ravelo and first appeared in Bulaklak Magazine in 1947. The character, originally named Varga and later known as Darna, is an alien princess from Planet Vergon. She possesses superhero abilities like flight, super strength, and psionic skills. Varga, recognized as the first female superhero in the Philippines, has been featured in various media, including films,TV shows and comic books.