 DC Comics also began an adaptation in its "Korak" comic, but adapted only the initial portion of the story, using it as the springboard for original stories featuring Korak's quest for a kidnapped Meriem.The comic book magazine "Korak, Son of Tarzan", generally focusing on other adventures of the protagonist, was issued from 1963-1975 by both publishers in succession, nos.1-45 (cover dated Jan. 1964-Jan. 1972) by Gold Key and nos.