Gorgo #12
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "Monsters' Rendezvous," a trio of colossal alien octopuses from Venus descend on a remote island to study humanity—only to find their plans derailed when Gorgo, his mother, and Reptisaurus arrive to disrupt their invasion. Written by Joe Gill and illustrated by Joe Sinnott with inks by Vince Colletta, this 1963 Charlton classic blends sci-fi intrigue with prehistoric chaos, all capped by a striking cover by Bill Montes and Vince Colletta.
In "Monsters' Rendezvous," a trio of colossal alien entities from Venus descend upon a remote island, using shape-shifting agents to abduct scientists in a bid to study humanity—only to discover that Earth’s own giant monsters, including Gorgo, his mother, and Reptisaurus, have other plans. The story unfolds as the invaders’ cold calculations collide with the raw, unpredictable fury of the planet’s ancient guardians.
This educational feature explores the strange creatures that have inhabited Earth throughout history—from prehistoric giants like the pterodactyl and brontosaurus to modern oddities like the platypus and kangaroo—revealing how bizarre and wonderful animal life has always been, both in the distant past and in our world today.
In "Deep Water Dream!" from Gorgo #12 (1968), a solitary scuba diver stumbles upon an unexpected connection beneath the waves—meeting a woman who breathes underwater and lives among her people in a hidden world. As he begins to adapt to her world, with webbed fingers emerging as a sign of his transformation, he faces a choice that will redefine his life forever.
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Reprinted in Gorgo #21 (1964), Gorgo Attacks! #[nn] (2021), Gorgo Attacks! #[nn] (2021)
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