Ragman #4

Ragman #4, published in 1976, serves as the final installment of the character’s original solo limited series during the Bronze Age of comic books. Created by Robert Kanigher and Joe Kubert, the character of Rory Regan was conceived as a gritty, street-level vigilante operating in Gotham City, distinguishing himself through his suit made of tattered rags—each representing a soul he has absorbed. This specific issue concludes the initial arc that sought to ground the character in a supernatural urban landscape, blending traditional superhero tropes with the gothic sensibilities that DC Comics was exploring at the time.

The art and narrative direction of this series were heavily influenced by Joe Kubert’s dynamic, expressive style, which emphasized the somber and kinetic nature of the protagonist’s combat. While the original series was relatively short-lived, it became a cult classic for its unique aesthetic and its departure from the more mainstream heroes of the era. The reception at the time reflected a niche appreciation for the series' darker tone, eventually securing Ragman a recurring role in the wider DC universe as a mystical protector of the downtrodden.