Lagim (meaning "dread" or "terror" in Tagalog''Lagim''
definition, bansa.org) is one of the first Filipino superhero characters in the Philippines. He was created by Filipino artist

Cris CaGuintuan Cris CaGuintuan is one of the pioneers of the komiks industry in the Philippines. As a comic book artist and illustrator, he was one of the creators of the first costumed Filipino superheroes, namely ''Lagim Lagim (meaning "dread" or "terror" in ...

. Lagim's first appearance was in the pages of ''Pilipino Komiks'' #60 (ACE Publications) in 1947 or 1949.Cris CaGuintan (The Philippines)
lambiek.net His sidekick was a boy named Levy, a young lad he saved in the past, and wore a costume similar to the uniform worn by Robin, the sidekick of the American superhero

Batman Batman is a superhero appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics. The character was created by artist Bob Kane and writer Bill Finger, and debuted in the 27th issue of the comic book '' Detective Comics'' on March 30, 1939 ...

Character background

In fighting Japanese soldiers during World War II in the Philippines, Lagim wore a headgear that provided him with superstrength. The headgear came from Dr. Malasakit (literally "Dr. Car ng or "Dr. Concerned",''Malasakit''
definition, bansa.org a scientist. Because of the headgear, Lagim became twice stronger than a normal human being. Lagim had a vulnerability, he can be injured by bullets.Lagim
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