ragman

Ragman is a fictional superhero published by DC Comics. The character centers on Rory Regan, a guardian who wears a suit of living, ragged cloth that manifests from the fabric of justice. The Ragman suit is inhabited by the souls of Rory’s ancestors and other righteous figures, and it grants him powers used to combat evil.

Ragman first appeared in Ragman #1 in 1976, created by writer Robert Kanigher and artist Joe Kubert. The early stories blended horror elements with detective fiction as Rory faced supernatural threats and moral dilemmas. While never achieving the prominence of DC’s flagship heroes, Ragman has been revisited in later DC publications and has appeared in various crossovers and limited runs, contributing to the company’s tradition of mystic and occult heroes.

Powers and capabilities: The Ragman Suit is a sentient, living garment that can morph into armor, weapons, and other forms. The souls within the suit lend Rory enhanced strength, durability, and agility, and can provide tactical insight or guidance drawn from past injustices. The suit also functions as a moral anchor, amplifying Rory’s sense of duty and justice. Ragman’s adversaries are typically supernatural or demonic forces, as well as human villains who prey on the vulnerable. The character’s stories often integrate folklore, religious imagery, and moral choice within a superhero framework.