Dyesebel
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Dyesebel (Tagalog pronunciation: [dʒɛˈsebɛl]) is a Filipino comic book character, conceived by Mars Ravelo and drawn by Elpidio Torres. Dyesebel is a mermaid, who eventually gains full human form through a deal with a sea-witch.
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Publisher | Pilipino Komiks |
First appearance | Pilipino Komiks #1 (1952) |
Created by | Mars Ravelo |
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Species | Half-human/Half-Atlantican |
Place of origin | Atlantica (Earth) |
Team affiliations | Darna |
Partnerships | Fredo |
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Aside appearing in Pilipino Komiks, Dyesebel also appeared in Kampeon Komiks (Champion Comics) in 1975. The story has been adapted into five films and a spin-off, throughout the timeline from 1953 to 1996. Among those who took on the role in the big screen are Eva Montes, Edna Luna (1953), Vilma Santos (1973), Alma Moreno (1978), Alice Dixson (1990), and Charlene Gonzales (1996). On the television, the iconic mermaid is portrayed by Marian Rivera (2008) and Anne Curtis (2014).