From Dino Monzon of Caloocan City: Who were/ are your favorite comics characters?

Watching Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Porky Pig, Sylvester and other Looney Toon characters makes me feel like a child again. – Edwin Castillo, Tanauan City

 My favorite is Asyong Aksaya. He is a timely reminder that we shouldn’t be wasteful in using resources. – Robert Young Jr., San Juan

Wish they were real

The adventurism of Master Sleuth fascinates me no end. If he were real, we could use him in today’s crime-laden landscape. – Ludwig Aguinaldo, Digos City

I wish Darna were real so she can fight blood-sucking officials and all evils of society. – Vic Alim, Caloocan City

Superman, Batman, Phantom and Tarzan. Wish they were around to help the AFP. – G.M. Caguioa, Dagupan City

The man of steel Superman and the naked lord of the jungle Tarzan top my comic character favorites. Superman, with his superpowers, checks bad men as he hovers above earth and obliterates them if they refused to straighten themselves. It’s saddening that he is not a reality to finish off untouchable perfumed bandits who ruin our country’s economy. – Elpidio Que, Vigan

It was kid’s fun to see a thin Popeye overcome the mighty Brutus to save his Olive. I wish to have his spinach, too, to make greedy men in government experience what Brutus does. – Rose Leobrera, Manila

Homegrown

Kenkoy will always be my favorite comic character. He’s classic and most of all, a Pinoy original. – Joel Caluag, Bulacan

My favorite character in Pinoy comics is the snake-necked Zuma. He’s got the attitude and the looks to be feared. – Christopher Rivero, Bulacan

Kenkoy en Rosing, very local ang setting and very lovable ang mga characters involved. – Armando Tavera, Las Piñas City

Asyong Aksaya, Barok, Cesar Asar and Tisoy. Life before wasn’t as hard as now and they made us laugh and smile. – Jim Veneracion, Naga City

It is Prof by Rene Aranda as I’m amused with the different characters being depicted due to their relevance today. – Pedro Alagano Sr., Vigan

Kenkoy is my favorite. He’s a stereotype character reflecting Filipino behavior, values, traits and even our inane stupidities. – Rey Ibalan, Antipolo City

I have eyes only for Prof by Rene A. Aranda for it depicts relevant issues and it’s humorous also. – Romeo Caubat, Masbate

I go for the local first, Kenkoy and Tisoy of yesteryears and Prof here at Phil. STAR. For foreign naman, Peanuts. – Erwin Espinosa, Pangasinan

Kenkoy and company were my favorite comic characters since my childhood. They portrayed different Filipino characters, parodying Filipino culture, aspiration and lifestyles from have-nots to haves. I wonder where and how Tony Velasquez is now? – Germi Sison, Cabanatuan City

Zuma, the snake man. Kahit taong ahas siya, hindi siya nangungurakot. Di tulad ng marami sa kongreso. – Ricardo Tolentino, Laoag City

His language and the way he spoke were similar to our way of texting now. He delivered telegram-like messages. I like Barok much. – Janet Hernandez, Bulacan

My favorite is Darna and I guess most of us have the same choice. So popular that she has become a movie great, then and now. – Leonard Villa, Laoag City

Comic character? My favorite is Prof by Rene Aranda for his humor and jokes on our modern-day life. – Virgilio Alumnos, Cavite

Too bad for today’s youth, they missed the tandem of Kalabog en Bosyo. – Dr. Manolo Cristi, Quezon City

The wholesome duo of Kenkoy and Rosing thrilled me no end. To date, no other tandem beats them. Knowing them, one could tell my age. – Leterio Bayson, Bulacan

These days there are countless comics characters, but during our time, we only had Kenkoy. – Rodolfo Talledo, Angeles City

My uncles regularly bought Tagalog comics/magazines like Pilipino Komiks, Hiwaga, Espesyal, Tagalog Klasiks, Bulaklak and Liwayway magazines. My favorite characters then were Kulafu and OG, Kenkoy, and Kalabog en Bosyo. As a young adult in Metro Manila, Tarzan, Batman and Superman joined my list. – William Gonzaga, Marikina city

My favorite comic character is Darna, because she possesses the abilities of a great hero. Her goal is to save the world. Girl power. – Marla Raoet, Baguio City

I love Pugad Baboy characters, aside from the entertainment it gives, it is also Pinoy-made, which we should be proud of. – Ann Roldan, Baguio City

Among my favorite comics characters were: Darna, serialized in Darna Komiks, Lastikman and Jaka, serialized in Aliwan Komiks. – Judith Pascua, Davao City

Kenkoy is my favorite comic character. He is the typical Filipino male of his time and maybe up to the present. – Leandro Tolentino, Batangas City

Asyong Aksaya is the name. He never failed to titillate me with his antics. As the name suggests, he was a master of overspending. – Rex Bayson, Bulacan

Kenkoy and Asyong Aksaya typify our politicians. – Fred Caguioa, Dagupan City

Outgrowing heroes

It was the Batman and Robin team until someone insinuated that Batman was a sissy and Robin was actually his lover. Bading pala. – Manuel Abejero, Pangasinan

All-time favorites

After so many years, Popeye is still my hero. He’s funny, simple, fights for what he knows is right, and he loves spinach! And he has only one enemy, Brutus! – Rico Arrieta, San Juan

Tweety Bird. So cute, seems so vulnerable and weak but is actually strong and smart. – Wil Bacani, Quezon City

Garfield and all the members of Baby Blues. – James Gaw, Quezon City

My favorite comic characters are Archie and Calvin and Hobbes, especially in the Sunday Comics of Philippine STAR. – Hazel Escano, Baguio City

My favorite cartoon character is Spiderman. His motto, “With great power comes great responsibility”, is my daily inspiration to do my best at work. – Johann Lucas, Quezon City

Spiderman was my first favorite as like him I’m a loner and likes to read. These days, it’s Snake Eyes and Miss Scarlett of G.I. Joe. – Dino Monzon, Caloocan City

Blondie, Archie, Beetle Bailey and the Phantom. – Cesar Bacalzo, La Union

My favorite is Hagar the Horrible. – Pat Miranda, Marikina City

Batman, definitely. He is very realistic, very human. He does not fly, he has no x-ray vision, and kryptonite is okay with him. – Jimby Sanchez, San Juan

Andy Capp and Hagar live in our house under assumed names. – Czarina Caguioa, Dgupan City

My favorite cartoon is Dumbo, the flying pachyderm. Like Osibisa Woyaya, the idea was awesome. Now, Dumbo is out, Jamby is in. Okay din. – Sheldon Calupitan, Quezon City

My favorites are Rip Kirby and the amazing Spiderman. They hold me in suspense of the next episode everyday. – Christopher Bacalzo, Pasay City

As a kid, I enjoyed reading all the Marvel comics I could lay my hands on. But Popeye, with his spinach, is dead. Demolition of Brutus is my all-time favorite comic and cartoon character. – Jun Totanes, Parañaque City

Now, in STAR’s comic page, the Phantom, Rip Kirby and Spiderman are characters that make my reading always enjoyable before or after serious news items, articles or features. – William Gonzaga, Marikina City

For American comics, Dennis the Menace for his smart-aleck words with Wilson. Local, Prof by Rene Aranda for his sarcastic dialogue. – Ed Alawi, Davao City

In childhood, I liked Kulafu. In my teens, aside from the superheroes, I liked the comic strip Archie because of Veronica. In young adulthood, aside from those in my teens, I followed Rip Kirby, the Phantom and Brenda Starr. But my all-time favorite, whom I miss now, is Dennis the Menace, whose looks never changed through the years, unlike Brenda, who, like others, looked much prettier before the ’80s, when done by the original creators. – I. Calata, Parañaque City

I like the Phantom and Rip Kirby. Prof and Hagar the Horrible always give me a good laugh. They are my favorites. – E. Linsangan, Isabela

Hagar, Beetle Bailey, Calvin and Hobbes, and Prof are my favorite cartoon characters. – Esmie Olaes, Cavite City

Beetle Bailey, Blondie, Kuyug and Hagar the Horrible because their humor really tickle my funny bones and the characters are unique. – Ella Arenas, Pangasinan

Peanuts, Garfield, Kenkoy and all of Larry Alcala, because of the implied human lessons. – Jett Avinante, Cavite

I like Prof by Rene Aranda, Calvin and Hobbes, but I’ve always enjoyed reading Phantom since my childhood. – Fortunato Aguirre, Bulacan

My favorite comics characters are Superman, Tarzan, Batman, Darna, DI-13, Kalabog en Bosyo, Kenkoy and Barok, to name a few. – Nap Cinco, Rizal

As to cartoon characters, up to this day, I enjoy Tom and Jerry the most. – Felma Aguilan, Occidental Mindoro

I like Taz. He’s well-loved by my kids. – Loi Castillo, Davao City

Don’t read them

I don’t read nor care for comics. – Mike Manalastas, Manila

Well, I don’t have any because I am not an avid reader of any comic book. I admit that I read some, but I do it only for when its theme appeals to me. But anyway, I enjoy looking at the drawings in it, most especially colored comics. – Ronald Dulay, Baguio City

Sorry, Dino, si Darna lang ang kilala ko. Try asking fairytale characters, and I can give you dozens without batting an eyelash. – Imee Aglibot, Rizal

Laughter is the best medicine

My favorite characters are Ading Fernando, Panchito and of course the living legend and icon in the movie industry, the great Dolphy. – Manny Gamo Sr., Las Piñas City

Just like me

Who else but the one and only Superman? I relate with his predicament: He came from another world, has superpowers and vowed to help/save the inhabitants of planet earth. As a Buddhist, DOTC rescue/monitoring member and traffic officer, I do that. – Gerii Calupitan, Mandaluyong City

THE WAY I SEE IT

The proposed government-owned national broad band network should not push through. Government-run firms are inefficient and wind up bankrupt. – Nony de Leon, Malolos

The Mississippi River tragedy proves that even a superpower has no secure fortress. Only God is our firm foundation. – Noel Mutuc, Batangas

Let in those imports in the PBA. The more there are, the more challenges there are for our boys. Alisin na yang all-Filipino! – J.R. Jeffrey, Capiz

Note numerous wrong spellings on TV screens. These are signs of waning knowledge of Pinoys in English grammar and general knowledge. – M. Sunico, Caloocan City

Alan Cayetano is qualified in the Blue Ribbon, he has experience in accusing without evidence which is what the committee is known for. – Bo Dacer, Quezon City

With Cayetano as chair ng Blue Ribbon, balik uli ang Senate  sa Jose Pidal, Joc-joc Bolante, bank account, etc. probes. – G. Ruivivar, Antipolo City

I am proud of the way Team Philippines played in the FIBA Asia tournament. – Dr. Joseph Gomez, Dagupan City

MORE ENERGY-SAVING TIPS

I use timers on my living room lights. All our incandescent bulbs have been replaced with high-efficiency ones. We aslo use a programmable thermostats. As for our personal computers at home, although they are left on, we have replaced them with LCD monitors. Outside lights have motion sensors so they only go on when there is motion around them. – Jonathan Cabrera, Ontario, Canada

Avoid using many appliances or if you can’t avoid it, try to lessen usage between 10 am 2 pm. This is when the climate is really hot and the appliances are more susceptible to overheating. – Alvin Perez, Manila

Doing away with yellow incandescent bulbs and replacing them with white energy-saving ones is a concrete energy-saving tip and a very doable one. - Yasmin Caparas, Manila

REACTIONS

To Robert Young Jr.: You can’t earn 50 times more abroad unless you are a houseboy transformed into a Mark Jimenez. – Rene Poder, Metro Manila

To Jim Veneracion: Noli Eala is like Erap. But since he is not from showbiz, he should resign from the PBA. – T. Manalastas, Manila

To T. Manalastas: Mr. Ludwig Aguinaldo, until recently, was our village administrator. He does not cheat. – Carlos Nepomuceno, Zambales

Ludwig was officially certified by STAR as no. 1 in its special July 28, ’07 (21st anniversary) issue. The piece came with Ludwig’s photo and interview as written by Chonx Tibajia, on why and how Ludwig earned the tag were all explained there. – Imee Aglibot, Rizal

Kudos to Francis Kong and my friend Rey Gamboa for their very interesting and informative columns. – C. Manalastas, Manila

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