THE FIRST OF THE ZEROIDS

The first three original Zeroids as they appeared in this advert from a 1968 DC comic.

I did like the comic panel look of the ad which tempted me to read about all their features and give subtle hints to my parents for that year’s Christmas present.

Forty five years later I’m still as fond of these little critters as I was when I was a nipper.

And even though their design looks like they've been built using chrome auto parts and bits of Hi-Fi, it all helps to reiterate their retro kitschy look.  

Zobor, The Bronze Transporter.

 It came with its own Cosmobile used to carry small rocks.

Zerak, The Blue Destroyer.

 It came with its own Control Station which it was able to release itself from.

Zintar, The Silver Explorer.

It came with its own Lunar Sled.

Eventually, other robots would join the line up but for one youngster in 1968 these were the original and best.