Gastino

Gastino is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appeared in Nova #17 (July 1978) and was created by writer Marv Wolfman and artist Carmine Infantino. Gastino is a member of the Space-Born, a race of extraterrestrial beings. He is known for his physical strength and his role as a subordinate to the alien warlord G'Tark.

Gastino's appearances have been primarily within storylines involving the cosmic Marvel universe, particularly those featuring the Nova Corps and other space-faring heroes. He is often depicted as a formidable opponent, using his brute force to confront heroes. While not a central figure in most narratives, Gastino serves as a recurring antagonist, representing the alien threats that characters like Nova encounter in their intergalactic patrols. His motivations are typically aligned with the expansionist or destructive goals of his superiors. Information regarding Gastino's specific origin beyond being a Space-Born, or any detailed personal history, is limited within the published comic book material. He is generally portrayed as a soldier rather than a complex individual.