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'''Gorosaurus''' {{Nihongo|ゴロザウルス|Gorozaurusu}} is a dinosaur [[kaiju]] created by [[Toho]] that first appeared in the [[1967]] [[Toho]] [[:Category:Films|film]], ''[[King Kong Escapes]]'', and later debuted in the [[Godzilla (Franchise)|Godzilla series]] in the [[1968]] film ''[[Destroy All Monsters]]''. | '''Gorosaurus''' {{Nihongo|ゴロザウルス|Gorozaurusu}} is a dinosaur [[kaiju]] created by [[Toho]] that first appeared in the [[1967]] [[Toho]] [[:Category:Films|film]], ''[[King Kong Escapes]]'', and later debuted in the [[Godzilla (Franchise)|Godzilla series]] in the [[1968]] film ''[[Destroy All Monsters]]''. | ||
In ''King Kong Escapes'', Gorosaurus was a huge dinosaur living on [[Mondo Island]], and attempted to eat [[Susan Watson]] after she and a [[United Nations]] ship crew came ashore on the island. Gorosaurus was attacked by [[King Kong]], who had taken an interest in Watson, and was defeated after Kong broke his jaw. A second incarnation of Gorosaurus appeared in ''[[Destroy All Monsters]]'', where he lived on [[Monsterland]] along with the rest of Earth's monsters at the end of the 20th century. The [[Kilaaks]] invaded the island and took control of its monsters, unleashing Gorosaurus in [[Paris]]. When the invaders' hold on the monsters was finally severed, Gorosaurus joined forces with [[Godzilla/Showa|Godzilla]] and the other Earth monsters against [[King Ghidorah/Showa|King Ghidorah]], helping to turn the tide of battle by delivering a crippling kick to King Ghidorah. Gorosaurus was also featured in the television series ''[[Go! Godman]]'' as an enemy of the hero [[Godman]]. | |||
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==Appearance== | ==Appearance== | ||
Gorosaurus is a gray color all over, though in some highlights the color can change from a greenish tint or even a form of teal and blue, and has skin with pronounced scaly bumps. Gorosaurus has a row of triangular plates running down his back, as well as a bipedal stance, strong legs, fairly short arms, and a big head. Like [[Anguirus]], Gorosaurus also sports a spike on the tip of his tail. | Gorosaurus is a gray color all over, though in some highlights the color can change from a greenish tint or even a form of teal and blue, and has skin with pronounced scaly bumps. Gorosaurus has a row of triangular plates running down his back, as well as a bipedal stance, strong legs, fairly short arms, and a big head. Like [[Anguirus]], Gorosaurus also sports a spike on the tip of his tail. | ||
==Origins== | ==Origins== | ||
Gorosaurus is a descendant of the dinosaur genus ''[[wikipedia:Allosaurus|Allosaurus]]'', which lived 150 million years ago during the late Jurassic period. The Gorosaurus in ''[[King Kong Escapes]]'' was living on [[Mondo Island]] in the modern day, while the incarnation from ''[[Destroy All Monsters]]'' was one of the various monsters contained on [[Monsterland]] at the end of the 20th century. | |||
==History== | ==History== | ||
===[[Showa era|Showa Series]]=== | ===[[Showa era|Showa Series]]=== | ||
====''[[King Kong Escapes]]''==== | ====''[[King Kong Escapes]]''==== | ||
[[File:Gorosau.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Gorosaurus in ''[[King Kong Escapes]]'']] | [[File:Gorosau.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Gorosaurus in ''[[King Kong Escapes]]'']]When [[Carl Nelson]] and his fellow crew members [[Jiro Nomura]] and [[Susan Watson]] disembarked from their ship on [[Mondo Island]], Susan drew the attention of Gorosaurus, who attempted to eat her. Susan's screams caught the attention of [[King Kong]], who emerged from his cave to rescue her. Kong grappled with Gorosaurus, who used his kangaroo kick to knock Kong to the ground. Kong managed to gain the upper hand and pummel Gorosaurus into submission, saving Susan from the beast. However, just as Kong tried to walk away, Gorosaurus regained consciousness and clamped his jaws on Kong's leg. Kong was able to pry Gorosaurus' jaws apart, then defeated him by breaking his jaws. | ||
====''[[Destroy All Monsters]]''==== | ====''[[Destroy All Monsters]]''==== | ||
[[File:Gorosaurus.png|thumb|right|200px|Gorosaurus in ''[[Destroy All Monsters]]'']] | [[File:Gorosaurus.png|thumb|right|200px|Gorosaurus in ''[[Destroy All Monsters]]'']]At the end of the 20th century, Gorosaurus was living on [[Monsterland]] with the other Earth monsters. After the monsters were taken over by the [[Kilaaks]], Gorosaurus was sent to attack [[Paris]], burrowing underneath and destroying the [[Arc de Triomphe]]. He was later called back to [[Mount Fuji]] to guard the Kilaaks' base of operations. After he was released from his mind control, he helped [[Godzilla/Showa|Godzilla]] and the other Earth monsters battle [[King Ghidorah/Showa|King Ghidorah]]. Gorosaurus landed a devastating kangaroo kick on King Ghidorah's back, damaging his spine and knocking him to the ground. This turned the tide of battle and allowed Godzilla, [[Anguirus]] and [[Minilla]] to finish the space monster once and for all. After the destruction of Kilaaks, Gorosaurus and the other Earth monsters were returned to Monsterland to live out their days peacefully. | ||
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====''[[Go! Godman]]''==== | ====''[[Go! Godman]]''==== | ||
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===Kangaroo Kick=== | ===Kangaroo Kick=== | ||
[[File:Gorosaurus03.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Gorosaurus kicking [[King Ghidorah]] in ''[[Destroy All Monsters]]'']] | [[File:Gorosaurus03.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Gorosaurus kicking [[King Ghidorah]] in ''[[Destroy All Monsters]]'']] | ||
Aside from the usual tooth and claw, Gorosaurus has been noted for using a "kangaroo kick" against foes like [[King Kong]] and [[King Ghidorah]]. This is Gorosaurus' most popular trait. | Aside from the usual tooth and claw, Gorosaurus has been noted for using a "kangaroo kick" against foes like [[King Kong]] and [[King Ghidorah/Showa|King Ghidorah]]. This is Gorosaurus' most popular trait. | ||
===Burrowing=== | |||
In ''[[Destroy All Monsters]]'', Gorosaurus was able to burrow underground, and used this ability to burrow up from underneath and destroy the [[Arc de Triomphe]]. | |||
===Intelligence=== | ===Intelligence=== | ||
Gorosaurus' battle against King Ghidorah showed his | Gorosaurus' battle against King Ghidorah showed his ability to strategize while fighting. While fighting, [[Godzilla/Showa|Godzilla]] and [[Anguirus]] attacked the two outermost heads as a distraction, allowing Gorosaurus to sneak behind King Ghidorah; his blind spot. Gorosaurus kicked King Ghidorah down to the ground, allowing the other kaiju to pin him down and finally kill him. | ||
===Physical Strength=== | ===Physical Strength=== | ||
Gorosaurus | Gorosaurus demonstrates a fair deal of physical strength, holding his own in battle with both King Kong and King Ghidorah. | ||
===High Jump=== | ===High Jump=== | ||
Gorosaurus is able to use | Gorosaurus is able to use his tail to jump up to 30 meters.<ref name="GTGMPBook"/> | ||
{{Clear}} | {{Clear}} | ||
==Filmography== | ==Filmography== | ||
*''[[King Kong Escapes]]'' | *''[[King Kong Escapes]]'' (1967) | ||
*''[[Destroy All Monsters]]'' | *''[[Destroy All Monsters]]'' (1968) | ||
*''[[All Monsters Attack]]'' ( | *''[[All Monsters Attack]]'' (1969) [stock footage] | ||
*''[[Godzilla vs. Gigan]]'' ( | *''[[Godzilla vs. Gigan]]'' (1972) [stock footage] | ||
*''[[Go! Godman]]'' | *''[[Go! Godman]]'' (TV 1972-1973) | ||
*''[[Godzilla Island (Series)|Godzilla Island]]'' | *''[[Godzilla Island (Series)|Godzilla Island]]'' (TV 1997) | ||
==Video Games== | ==Video Games== | ||
*''[[Godzilla, King of the Monsters ( | *''[[Godzilla, King of the Monsters (Game Boy)|Godzilla, King of the Monsters]]'' | ||
*''[[Godzilla: Heart-Pounding Monster Island!!]]'' | *''[[Godzilla: Heart-Pounding Monster Island!!]]'' | ||
*''[[Godzilla Movie Studio Tour]]'' | *''[[Godzilla Movie Studio Tour]]'' | ||
*''[[Godzilla: Trading Battle]]'' | *''[[Godzilla: Trading Battle]]'' | ||
*''[[Godzilla Generations]]'' | *''[[Godzilla Generations]]'' | ||
*[[Godzilla (2014 video game)| | *[[Godzilla (2014 video game)|''Godzilla'' (PlayStation 3 / PlayStation 4)]] [Kaiju Guide] | ||
===[[Godzilla (2014 video game)| | ===[[Godzilla (2014 video game)|''Godzilla'' (PlayStation 3 / PlayStation 4)]]=== | ||
{{Main|Godzilla (2014 video game)/Kaiju Guide#Gorosaurus}} | {{Main|Godzilla (2014 video game)/Kaiju Guide#Gorosaurus}} | ||
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*Chinese: 哥罗龙 (Gē luō lóng) | *Chinese: 哥罗龙 (Gē luō lóng) | ||
==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
*Gorosaurus was strangely shown to be burrowing in Paris in ''Destroy All Monsters''. This role was originally intended for Baragon, however the Baragon suit was on loan to Tsuburaya Productions for use in the ''[[w:c:ultra:Ultraman (series)|Ultraman]]'' series. Toho instead replaced him with Gorosaurus, having Gorosaurus "borrow" Baragon's burrowing ability. Gorosaurus was even referred to as "Baragon. | *Gorosaurus was strangely shown to be burrowing in [[Paris]] in ''[[Destroy All Monsters]]''. This role was originally intended for [[Baragon]], however the Baragon suit was on loan to [[Tsuburaya Productions]] for use in the ''[[w:c:ultra:Ultraman (series)|Ultraman]]'' series. Toho instead replaced him with Gorosaurus, having Gorosaurus "borrow" Baragon's burrowing ability. Gorosaurus was even referred to as "Baragon" in dialogue. By the end of the film's production, Baragon's suit was replaced and repaired, but he could only make a short cameo because the filming of scenes was almost over. | ||
*Gorosaurus' role in ''[[King Kong Escapes]]'' is similar to the [[Tyrannosaurus rex|Tyrannosaurus]] that fought [[King Kong]] in the [[King Kong (1933 film)|1933 film]]. | *Gorosaurus' role in ''[[King Kong Escapes]]'' is similar to the [[Tyrannosaurus rex|Tyrannosaurus]] that fought [[King Kong]] in the [[King Kong (1933 film)|1933 film]]. | ||
*According to Nobuyuki Yasumaru, the creator of Gorosaurus, Gorosaurus was one of [[Eiji Tsuburaya]]'s favorite monsters. | *According to Nobuyuki Yasumaru, the creator of Gorosaurus, Gorosaurus was one of [[Eiji Tsuburaya]]'s favorite monsters. | ||
**Gorosaurus was the first monster Nobuyuki created. He later went on to create suits for ''Ultraman'' and ''Ultra Q''. | **Gorosaurus was the first monster Nobuyuki created. He later went on to create suits for ''Ultraman'' and ''Ultra Q''. | ||
*Originally in the | *Originally in the production of ''King Kong Escapes'', suit maker Ryosaku Takayama was assigned to design Gorosaurus, but Nobuyuki Yasumaru felt his concept of the monster was "too pure" and wouldn't fit Toho's special effects. Nobuyuki decided to create the Gorosaurus suit in his own concept. | ||
*Gorosaurus appeared in the poster | *Gorosaurus appeared in the poster for ''[[All Monsters Attack]]'', but he doesn't appear in the actual film, aside from a brief stock footage appearance. | ||
*The [[Pachimon]] character dubbed Doilar is taken directly from Gorosaurus' design, but altered with two head horns and a toothless mouth. | *The [[Pachimon]] character dubbed Doilar is taken directly from Gorosaurus' design, but altered with two head horns and a toothless mouth. | ||
*Although Gorosaurus has some of Ebirah's chirps blended into the beginning of his roar in ''[[Destroy All Monsters]]'', it is for some reason not present in his roar in any of the sound effects albums released for the film. | *Although Gorosaurus has some of [[Ebirah]]'s chirps blended into the beginning of his roar in ''[[Destroy All Monsters]]'', it is for some reason not present in his roar in any of the sound effects albums released for the film. | ||
*The original Gorosaurus, according to most sources, stands at 35 meters tall, and is only slightly taller than [[King Kong]], who stands at 20 meters tall, in ''King Kong Escapes''. Interestingly, in ''Destroy All Monsters'', Gorosaurus appears to be about the same height as [[Godzilla]], who is 50 meters tall. Despite this, the ''Destroy All Monsters'' Gorosaurus is always listed as being 35 meters tall. | *The original Gorosaurus, according to most sources, stands at 35 meters tall, and is only slightly taller than [[King Kong]], who stands at 20 meters tall, in ''King Kong Escapes''. Interestingly, in ''Destroy All Monsters'', Gorosaurus appears to be about the same height as [[Godzilla/Showa|Godzilla]], who is 50 meters tall. Despite this, the ''Destroy All Monsters'' Gorosaurus is always listed as being 35 meters tall. | ||
**Some sources however, give the 1967 Gorosaurus a different height of 20 meters,<ref name="EoGMGE"/> making him the same height as King Kong and [[Mechani-Kong]]. The vast majority of sources make no distinction between the 1967 and 1968 Gorosaurus though, and list them both as being 35 meters. | **Some sources however, give the 1967 Gorosaurus a different height of 20 meters,<ref name="EoGMGE"/> making him the same height as King Kong and [[Mechani-Kong]]. The vast majority of sources make no distinction between the 1967 and 1968 Gorosaurus though, and list them both as being 35 meters. | ||
==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
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Gorosaurus (ゴロザウルス Gorozaurusu) is a dinosaur kaiju created by Toho that first appeared in the 1967 Toho film, King Kong Escapes, and later debuted in the Godzilla series in the 1968 film Destroy All Monsters.
In King Kong Escapes, Gorosaurus was a huge dinosaur living on Mondo Island, and attempted to eat Susan Watson after she and a United Nations ship crew came ashore on the island. Gorosaurus was attacked by King Kong, who had taken an interest in Watson, and was defeated after Kong broke his jaw. A second incarnation of Gorosaurus appeared in Destroy All Monsters, where he lived on Monsterland along with the rest of Earth's monsters at the end of the 20th century. The Kilaaks invaded the island and took control of its monsters, unleashing Gorosaurus in Paris. When the invaders' hold on the monsters was finally severed, Gorosaurus joined forces with Godzilla and the other Earth monsters against King Ghidorah, helping to turn the tide of battle by delivering a crippling kick to King Ghidorah. Gorosaurus was also featured in the television series Go! Godman as an enemy of the hero Godman.
Appearance
Gorosaurus is a gray color all over, though in some highlights the color can change from a greenish tint or even a form of teal and blue, and has skin with pronounced scaly bumps. Gorosaurus has a row of triangular plates running down his back, as well as a bipedal stance, strong legs, fairly short arms, and a big head. Like Anguirus, Gorosaurus also sports a spike on the tip of his tail.
Origins
Gorosaurus is a descendant of the dinosaur genus Allosaurus, which lived 150 million years ago during the late Jurassic period. The Gorosaurus in King Kong Escapes was living on Mondo Island in the modern day, while the incarnation from Destroy All Monsters was one of the various monsters contained on Monsterland at the end of the 20th century.
History
Showa Series
King Kong Escapes
When Carl Nelson and his fellow crew members Jiro Nomura and Susan Watson disembarked from their ship on Mondo Island, Susan drew the attention of Gorosaurus, who attempted to eat her. Susan's screams caught the attention of King Kong, who emerged from his cave to rescue her. Kong grappled with Gorosaurus, who used his kangaroo kick to knock Kong to the ground. Kong managed to gain the upper hand and pummel Gorosaurus into submission, saving Susan from the beast. However, just as Kong tried to walk away, Gorosaurus regained consciousness and clamped his jaws on Kong's leg. Kong was able to pry Gorosaurus' jaws apart, then defeated him by breaking his jaws.
Destroy All Monsters
At the end of the 20th century, Gorosaurus was living on Monsterland with the other Earth monsters. After the monsters were taken over by the Kilaaks, Gorosaurus was sent to attack Paris, burrowing underneath and destroying the Arc de Triomphe. He was later called back to Mount Fuji to guard the Kilaaks' base of operations. After he was released from his mind control, he helped Godzilla and the other Earth monsters battle King Ghidorah. Gorosaurus landed a devastating kangaroo kick on King Ghidorah's back, damaging his spine and knocking him to the ground. This turned the tide of battle and allowed Godzilla, Anguirus and Minilla to finish the space monster once and for all. After the destruction of Kilaaks, Gorosaurus and the other Earth monsters were returned to Monsterland to live out their days peacefully.
Go! Godman
Gorosaurus also appears in the series Go! Godman, as a one-time enemy of the eponymous Godman. Gorosaurus appeared in a town, and started wandering around, stepping on trees. Godman comes to fight, and the two spar. Godman ends up ripping off Gorosaurus's jaw.
The Gorosaurus suit here is in such poor shape that the inner support seems to be deteriorating. It makes Gorosaurus' torso look like its caving in. His jaw also flops open and shut, and appears to hang at a very slight angle.
Godzilla Island
Abilities
Kangaroo Kick
Aside from the usual tooth and claw, Gorosaurus has been noted for using a "kangaroo kick" against foes like King Kong and King Ghidorah. This is Gorosaurus' most popular trait.
Burrowing
In Destroy All Monsters, Gorosaurus was able to burrow underground, and used this ability to burrow up from underneath and destroy the Arc de Triomphe.
Intelligence
Gorosaurus' battle against King Ghidorah showed his ability to strategize while fighting. While fighting, Godzilla and Anguirus attacked the two outermost heads as a distraction, allowing Gorosaurus to sneak behind King Ghidorah; his blind spot. Gorosaurus kicked King Ghidorah down to the ground, allowing the other kaiju to pin him down and finally kill him.
Physical Strength
Gorosaurus demonstrates a fair deal of physical strength, holding his own in battle with both King Kong and King Ghidorah.
High Jump
Gorosaurus is able to use his tail to jump up to 30 meters.[5]
Filmography
- King Kong Escapes (1967)
- Destroy All Monsters (1968)
- All Monsters Attack (1969) [stock footage]
- Godzilla vs. Gigan (1972) [stock footage]
- Go! Godman (TV 1972-1973)
- Godzilla Island (TV 1997)
Video Games
- Godzilla, King of the Monsters
- Godzilla: Heart-Pounding Monster Island!!
- Godzilla Movie Studio Tour
- Godzilla: Trading Battle
- Godzilla Generations
- Godzilla (PlayStation 3 / PlayStation 4) [Kaiju Guide]
Godzilla (PlayStation 3 / PlayStation 4)
- Main article: Godzilla (2014 video game)/Kaiju Guide#Gorosaurus.
Gallery
- Main article: Gorosaurus/Gallery.
Comics
Godzilla: Rulers of Earth
Gorosaurus was seen in a flash back that the Mothra Fairies told Lucy in an attempt to explain the origins of all monsters. Gorosaurus was seen devouring two full grown dinosaurs, a Tyrannosaurus and a Spinosaurus, which were about to fight over a downed Triceratops.
Before he could eat his meal, Megaguirus attacked him, but the Allosaurus-like monster kicked the dragonfly beast and knocked her out of the sky. Gorosaurus was later seen frozen next to Anguirus. He is also present in the 'Land' monsters section of a cave mural.
Later, Gorosaurus battles a horde of Trilopods who invade his home, and manages to hold them off. However, he is beaten down, and a Beta Trilopod gains some of his blood, taking on some of the dinosaur's characteristics. Gorosaurus is then subdued, and taken to the Trilopod Hive, where he remains until King Caesar arrives and breaks him and the other monsters out. Gorosaurus assists in the fight with Magita, and then travels to the ocean with Godzilla and the others after Magita is defeated.
Roar
In King Kong Escapes, much like Baragon, Gorosaurus' roar is also another modified Varan roar, but was sped up and altered in pitch. Gorosaurus' roar also utilizes parts of Rodan's screech.
In Gorosaurus' protagonistic role in Destroy All Monsters, his roar was slowed down and deepened. Gorosaurus was also given one of Godzilla's roars, during the fight with King Ghidorah. In this film, Gorosaurus also had some other monsters' roars blended into his roar, like Ebirah's screech which can be heard at the beginning of his roar. Gorosaurus also used Varan's unedited roar during the scene where he destroys the Arc de Triomphe.
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In Other Languages
- Spanish: Gorosaurio
- Russian: Горозавр
- Chinese: 哥罗龙 (Gē luō lóng)
Trivia
- Gorosaurus was strangely shown to be burrowing in Paris in Destroy All Monsters. This role was originally intended for Baragon, however the Baragon suit was on loan to Tsuburaya Productions for use in the Ultraman series. Toho instead replaced him with Gorosaurus, having Gorosaurus "borrow" Baragon's burrowing ability. Gorosaurus was even referred to as "Baragon" in dialogue. By the end of the film's production, Baragon's suit was replaced and repaired, but he could only make a short cameo because the filming of scenes was almost over.
- Gorosaurus' role in King Kong Escapes is similar to the Tyrannosaurus that fought King Kong in the 1933 film.
- According to Nobuyuki Yasumaru, the creator of Gorosaurus, Gorosaurus was one of Eiji Tsuburaya's favorite monsters.
- Gorosaurus was the first monster Nobuyuki created. He later went on to create suits for Ultraman and Ultra Q.
- Originally in the production of King Kong Escapes, suit maker Ryosaku Takayama was assigned to design Gorosaurus, but Nobuyuki Yasumaru felt his concept of the monster was "too pure" and wouldn't fit Toho's special effects. Nobuyuki decided to create the Gorosaurus suit in his own concept.
- Gorosaurus appeared in the poster for All Monsters Attack, but he doesn't appear in the actual film, aside from a brief stock footage appearance.
- The Pachimon character dubbed Doilar is taken directly from Gorosaurus' design, but altered with two head horns and a toothless mouth.
- Although Gorosaurus has some of Ebirah's chirps blended into the beginning of his roar in Destroy All Monsters, it is for some reason not present in his roar in any of the sound effects albums released for the film.
- The original Gorosaurus, according to most sources, stands at 35 meters tall, and is only slightly taller than King Kong, who stands at 20 meters tall, in King Kong Escapes. Interestingly, in Destroy All Monsters, Gorosaurus appears to be about the same height as Godzilla, who is 50 meters tall. Despite this, the Destroy All Monsters Gorosaurus is always listed as being 35 meters tall.
- Some sources however, give the 1967 Gorosaurus a different height of 20 meters,[1] making him the same height as King Kong and Mechani-Kong. The vast majority of sources make no distinction between the 1967 and 1968 Gorosaurus though, and list them both as being 35 meters.
Notes
- ↑ The majority of sources state that both the King Kong Escapes and the Destroy All Monsters incarnations of Gorosaurus are 35 meters tall. However, some such as Encyclopedia of Godzilla (Mechagodzilla Edition) claim that the King Kong Escapes incarnation is 20 meters tall instead.
References
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