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Who Is Calibos? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Calibos (In the Public Domain): Calibos is a character created for the 1981 film "Clash of the Titans" and not actually based on any figure from Greek legend.

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Calibos is a In the Public Domain comic book character, with over 11 comic issue appearances. Calibos is a character created for the 1981 film "Clash of the Titans" and not actually based on any figure from Greek legend.

Who is Calibos?

Calibos was reportedly a son of the Goddess Tgetis. He was betrothed to Andromeda and supposed to inherite the throne of Cepheus. In this version the kingdom called "Joppa" instead of Ethiopia. However, Calibos was cruel and destructive. He hunted and annihilated every living creature in the vicinity of the Wells of the Moon. Including a herd of flying horses sacred to Zeus. An angry Zeus transformed Calibus into a satyr. The former prince was forced to live away from humanity, in swamps and marshes.

Key facts

Calibos is of other origin and first appeared in "Clash of the Titans". The character is published by In the Public Domain. With 11 recorded issue appearances, Calibos ranks among the most featured characters in comics.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Calibos?

Calibos is a character created for the 1981 film "Clash of the Titans" and not actually based on any figure from Greek legend.

When did Calibos first appear?

Calibos first appeared in "Clash of the Titans".

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