Gamera
Gamera is a giant flying turtle kaiju from a long-running series of Japanese monster films. He debuted in 1965's Gamera, the Giant Monster, created to ride the wave of Toho's kaiju craze.
The character is basically what it sounds like: a colossal prehistoric turtle that breathes fire and can fly. In his first appearance, Gamera comes across as a destructive force of nature—though he does save a kid, which hints at where his character would eventually go. Over the course of the film series, he gradually shifted from antagonist to protector, eventually becoming Earth's defender against alien invaders and rival monsters. Fans often note his particular affection for protecting children and nature, making him feel less like a mindless beast and more like a genuine guardian.
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