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|name =Gappa | |name =Gappa | ||
|subtitle =Colossal Beast{{Nihongo|大巨獣|Dai Kyojū}} | |subtitle =Colossal Beast{{Nihongo|大巨獣|Dai Kyojū}} | ||
|species =Ancient Giant | |species =Ancient Giant Bird | ||
|height =60 meters {{Small|(Male)}}<br>55 meters {{Small|(Female)}} | |height =60 meters {{Small|(Male)}}<br>55 meters {{Small|(Female)}} | ||
|weight =6,000 metric tons {{Small|(Male)}}<br>5,000 metric tons {{Small|(Female)}} | |weight =6,000 metric tons {{Small|(Male)}}<br>5,000 metric tons {{Small|(Female)}} | ||
|enemies =Humans | |enemies =Humans | ||
|relationships =[[Baby Gappa]] {{Small|(Son | |relationships =[[Baby Gappa]] {{Small|(Son)}} | ||
|created =Iwao Yamazaki, <br>Ryuzo Nakanishi | |created =Iwao Yamazaki, <br>Ryuzo Nakanishi | ||
|portrayed =Atami Hiroshita, <br>Takashi Konagai {{Small|(Male)}}<br>Ken Misugi, <br>Shiro Tonami {{Small|(Female)}} | |portrayed =Atami Hiroshita, <br>Takashi Konagai {{Small|(Male)}}<br>Ken Misugi, <br>Shiro Tonami {{Small|(Female)}} | ||
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|last =''[[Gappa (film)|Gappa]]'' | |last =''[[Gappa (film)|Gappa]]'' | ||
}} | }} | ||
The '''Gappas''' {{Nihongo|ガッパ|Gappa}} are a species of ancient | The '''Gappas''' {{Nihongo|ガッパ|Gappa}} are a species of ancient birds created by [[Nikkatsu Corporation|Nikkatsu]]. Two adult Gappas, male {{Nihongo|ガッパ雄|Gappa Osu}} and female {{Nihongo|ガッパ雌|Gappa Mesu}}, and their [[Baby Gappa|juvenile son]] first appear in the [[1967]] [[Nikkatsu Corporation|Nikkatsu]] [[kaiju]] film, ''[[Gappa (film)|Gappa]]''. | ||
{{Nihongo}} | {{Nihongo}} | ||
==Origins== | ==Origins== | ||
In ancient times, the Gappas would fight other monsters for survival | In ancient times, the Gappas would fight other monsters for survival. | ||
==Design== | ==Design== | ||
All three of the Gappas share common characteristics, being based on various reptiles and birds, such as eagles and hawks. Overall, they resemble enormous bipedal Griffins. As seen with the two adults seen in the film, the species is sexually dimorphic | All three of the Gappas share common characteristics, being based on various reptiles, dinosaurs, and birds, such as eagles and hawks. Overall, they resemble enormous bipedal Griffins. As seen with the two adults seen in the film, the species is sexually dimorphic. The female has a smaller head crest and has a flatter face compared to her mate. | ||
==History== | ==History== | ||
===[[Showa era|Showa Series]]=== | ===[[Showa era|Showa Series]]=== | ||
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The parents storm across Japan, destroying all in their wake, but their assault ceases once they recover their child. Mercifully, they relent, and depart to return to Obelisk Island. | The parents storm across Japan, destroying all in their wake, but their assault ceases once they recover their child. Mercifully, they relent, and depart to return to Obelisk Island. | ||
==Abilities== | |||
*The Gappas can fly at Mach 6. | |||
*The Gappas can fly at | |||
*The Gappas have an underwater speed of 150 knots. | *The Gappas have an underwater speed of 150 knots. | ||
*The Gappas' wings can emit hurricane-force winds. | *The Gappas' wings can emit hurricane-force winds. | ||
* | *Both Gappas can fire a heat beam from their beaks that can burn and melt anything it touches. | ||
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
{{Main|Gappa/Gallery}} | {{Main|Gappa/Gallery}} | ||
==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
*[[File:Old_Idea_bemlar.png|right|150px|thumb|Early [[w:c:ultra:Bemular|Bemular]] concept]]Tsuburaya Productions originally had an idea of a space bird monster that protected Earth in times of need, called [[w:c:ultra:Bemular|Bemular]]. The 'Bemular Birdman' shares many traits with the Gappa, and caused rumors of being sold to [[Nikkatsu Corporation]]. However these rumors are false, as the design was recycled for another Tsuburaya monster called [[w:c:ultra:Hydra|Hydra]]. Thus, Hydra bears a resemblance to the Gappas as well, although he is completely feathered. | *[[File:Old_Idea_bemlar.png|right|150px|thumb|Early [[w:c:ultra:Bemular|Bemular]] concept]]Tsuburaya Productions originally had an idea of a space bird monster that protected Earth in times of need, called [[w:c:ultra:Bemular|Bemular]]. The 'Bemular Birdman' shares many traits with the Gappa, and caused rumors of being sold to [[Nikkatsu Corporation]]. However these rumors are false, as the design was recycled for another Tsuburaya monster called [[w:c:ultra:Hydra|Hydra]]. Thus, Hydra bears a resemblance to the Gappas as well, although he is completely feathered. | ||
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{{Monsters}} | {{Monsters}} |
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The Gappas (ガッパ are a species of ancient birds created by Gappa)Nikkatsu. Two adult Gappas, male (ガッパ雄 and female Gappa Osu) (ガッパ雌, and their Gappa Mesu)juvenile son first appear in the 1967 Nikkatsu kaiju film, Gappa.
Origins
In ancient times, the Gappas would fight other monsters for survival.
Design
All three of the Gappas share common characteristics, being based on various reptiles, dinosaurs, and birds, such as eagles and hawks. Overall, they resemble enormous bipedal Griffins. As seen with the two adults seen in the film, the species is sexually dimorphic. The female has a smaller head crest and has a flatter face compared to her mate.
History
Showa Series
Gappa
An expedition to Obelisk Island by Mr. Funazu uncovers a baby monster, who hatches from an egg near a sacred temple. The natives plead with the skeptical scientists not to take the baby away, lest it anger the baby's parents. Sure enough, they take the baby away, and soon, inside the caverns, its two parents rise from the underground waters beneath the volcano, destroying everything in their path. Saki, the only survivor, is rescued by an American navy fleet and brought back to Japan.
The parents storm across Japan, destroying all in their wake, but their assault ceases once they recover their child. Mercifully, they relent, and depart to return to Obelisk Island.
Abilities
- The Gappas can fly at Mach 6.
- The Gappas have an underwater speed of 150 knots.
- The Gappas' wings can emit hurricane-force winds.
- Both Gappas can fire a heat beam from their beaks that can burn and melt anything it touches.
Gallery
- Main article: Gappa/Gallery.
Trivia
- Tsuburaya Productions originally had an idea of a space bird monster that protected Earth in times of need, called Bemular. The 'Bemular Birdman' shares many traits with the Gappa, and caused rumors of being sold to Nikkatsu Corporation. However these rumors are false, as the design was recycled for another Tsuburaya monster called Hydra. Thus, Hydra bears a resemblance to the Gappas as well, although he is completely feathered.