#The Gargoyle

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Bernie Casey and Jennifer Salt in the made-for-television film Gargoyles (1972).

The make-up effects were done by some kid named Stan Winston.

[momachan]

"Judgement, my eye. I may have been confused when I started this-- but my mind is clear now. And it's going to take more than some coward hiding behind a hood to make a Titan grovel."

Teen Titans. Secret Origins (1986-1990). Annual #3. "Pieces Of The Puzzle."

[batfam-belfry]

Ah, yes. Because naming yourself "the Gargoyle" when you are a literal gargoyle is just so subtle and witty

[joanofarc]

[ungoliantschilde]

the Gargoyle, Vol. 1 # 4, by Mark Badger.

[sawtrap]

Mimikyu seems to have let a friend in through my window… Wish he would have asked first!

[godzilla-reads]

🌙 The Gargoyle by Garry Kilworth and illustrated by Dan Williams

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5

An ugly stone gargoyle, which comes to life whenever there is a full moon, and a lonely boy, become the best of friends. Together they travel far away through the darkness to find the boy’s mother, but can they get home again before the gargoyle turns to stone.

Something inside of me loves gargoyles and grotesques. I love books about them. I love architecture with them. I just love them, so I was kinda excited to find this book secondhand at Dreamhaven. As soon as I got home I opened it up and started reading.

This story is heartwarming and sweet, showcasing how you don’t have to be conventionaly beautiful to be loved. Alex and the Gargoyle’s friendship was tried and true and I hope they share many stories together.

‘…They’re gross.’

‘Is that short for grotesque? I believe I’m grotesque. I rather like being grotesque. It has dignity, that word. I could be absurd but I’m not. I’m grotesque. What are you?’

[tomoleary]

John Romita Sr. Captain America #140 Original Comic Book Cover Art (Marvel, 1971) Source

“Some extensive white-out on Captain America and the Gargoyle's cape, but it is endearing to see what steps Romita would take to create a perfect final illustration.”

[coolcomicbookcovers]

[litandlifequotes]

Love is as strong as death, as hard as hell.

The Gargoyle by Andrew Davidson

[the-dose-makes-the-poison]

“I spent my entire life waiting for you, Marianne, and I didn't even know it until you arrived. Being burned was the best thing that ever happened to me because it brought you. I wanted to die but you filled me with so much love that it overflowed and I couldn't help but love you back. It happened before I even knew it and now I can't imagine not loving you. You have said that it takes so much for me to believe anything, but I do believe. I believe in your love for me. I believe in my love for you. I believe that every remaining beat of my heart belongs to you, and I believe that when I finally leave this world, my last breath will carry your name. I believe that my final word--Marianne--will be all I need to know that my life was good and full and worthy, and I believe that our love will last forever.”

― Andrew Davidson, The Gargoyle

[chernobog13]

Bernie Casey (in make-up by a young Stan Winston) as The Gargoyle in the television movie Gargoyles (1972).

[momachan]

"Titans Tower. It all started with three children-- and a dream. A dream that they could make a difference. A dream that they could be good enough to make that dream last. Cyborg, Jericho, Nightwing, Raven, Starfire and Troia. New names, new futures, same dream."

Teen Titans. Secret Origins (1986-1990). Annual #3. "Pieces Of The Puzzle."

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Isaac Christians, aka the Gargoyle, debuted in the pages of Marvel's The Defenders but proved popular enough to jump into his own miniseries. Written by his co-creator, J.M. DeMattis, and drawn by the great Mark Badger, Gargoyle #1 went on sale on this date in 1985, featuring a cover by horror legend Bernie Wrightson.

[dazzasarchives]

The Incredible Hulk Volume 1 Issue 1

In this issue we get to witness a new hero take ship within the Marvel Comics Universe. Starting off in the form of the genius Dr Bruce Banner, but after exposure to gamma radiation he is then transformed into the Incredible Hulk.

Our story starts off in the lab of Bruce Banner as he and several others prepare to test their new gamma bomb. Some notable members here are Betty Ross, the daughter of the also present General Thaddeus "Thunderbolt" Ross. We are also quickly shown that Betty harbors feelings towards Dr Banner.

As the tests for the gamma bomb are underway Bruce then realizes a boy is within the blast zone, in his vehicle. This boy being Rick Jones, he states that he wasn't going to lose a bet to his friends about staying at this testing grounds.

Dr Banner with his quick thinking as the missile is launched towards the boy, pushing him into a bunker as Bruce absorbs very intense gamma radiation. This then causes Dr Banner to pass out due to the radiation.

That night Dr Banner awakes next to Rick Jones, as an incredible transformation begins to take place with the rising of the moon. Dr Banner is then turned into, the Hulk. Also quick note the Hulk in his first issue is actually Grey, a lot of comic fans know this, I just really like this other coloration of the character.

The Hulk then escapes the hospital wing and we find out that he has super strength as he smashes through a wall and destroys a military jeep. The Military then pursues the Hulk, as they see him as a monster. Hulk makes his way into the lab of Dr Banners associate Igor ( who is a spy for the Russians ). The Hulk then smashed up the lab, but is shown an image of Bruce Banner by Rick Jones and he turns back into the Dr.

Betty Ross, and the military show up to the scene. Betty is quite concerned for Bruce as it seems like the Hulk attacked him. The military then starts a manhunt for the Hulk, while imprisoning Igor as they discover that he is a Russian Spy. While Igor is imprisoned he sends a message to Russia to someone known as the Gargoyle ( Yuri Topolov ). The Gargoyle decides he is going to capture the Hulk and sets out for America to do so.

Bruce Banner and Rick Jones are in a car when Bruce turns into the Hulk again, but this time the Gargoyle is nearby and ready to capture him. The Gargoyle does so rather easily actually, it's very interesting to see the growth of the Hulk's strength through the years. The Gargoyle then takes Rick Jones and the Hulk back to Russia but as they do so the Hulk reverts back to Bruce Banner.

The Gargoyle tells Bruce that his secret identity is no longer secret, then the Gargoyle breaks down telling Bruce that he would give anything to be able to appear normal. Bruce tells him that, even though Bruce can't be cured, the Gargoyle can, with radiation. Bruce cures Yuri, and in doing so Yuri let's Bruce and Rick escape. Yuri sacrifices himself by destroying the Russian base as Bruce and Rick jet back to the States.

Alright so this issue is a decent introduction for one of Marvel's most notable heroes. I love how much this character changes though, over the next few issues Hulk will begin to change, and I love it, I love seeing experimentations with characters like this. I also loved the main villain of this issue it's so interesting that he turned good and then sacrificed himself, I really enjoy that. Alright on to the character analysis.

Alright Bruce Banner, he's a pretty standard character. Genius scientist who gets blasted by gamma rays. I really like him in this issue. I also like that he suggests to help the Gargoyle and cure him. Good guy Bruce.

The Hulk. I really like this first encounter with the Hulk, I know later he will get more of a personality, but for now he's just angry with everything and dislikes humans a lot. Usually calling humans weaklings or puny. Though again I can't wait to see him develop more.

Rick Jones, honestly I'm not a big fan of Rick, especially at first. He's essentially the Johnny Storm of this series, but without the useful powers. He's really just a useless sidekick. Though I know he will get better as time goes on.

Betty Ross, she really is just the love interest for this issue. She doesn't have many identifiable traits besides being in love with Bruce Banner. Which is really why she's here for now, but I know she will also get some development in the future and I can't wait for it.

General Thunderbolt Ross, I know for right now he hasn't had a big role in the series but he's one of Hulk's main antagonists, he often goes against orders just to try and capture, or rid the world of the Hulk. I really like him as an antagonist to both Bruce and the Hulk.

The Gargoyle, this antagonist is such a breath of fresh air. Sort of. Yes at first he is very average, the normal evil scientist trying to go against the hero. Though this time the Gargoyle begs Bruce to help him, and then he switches sides and sacrifices himself so Rick and Bruce can escape. My hero.

Alright well that's our first introduction to the Incredible Hulk, we'll be staying with this character for a little while so I hope you all enjoy, next issue we see the Hulk going to the stars. Until next time.

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