Godzilla x Kong Strongly Suggests Shimo Outfits Godzilla More Strongly
Scenes of Godzilla and Kong's fight with Shimo and Skar King exposed a great deal about the raw might of the Ice Titan. Shimo got the best of Godzilla when pushing each other; he shoved him to the ground during the city war. Shimo briefly overwhelming Godzilla on its own doesn't prove anything, but there were a few times where Godzilla seemed to be at a disadvantage in terms of physical might.
The way the battle unfolded increased the likelihood that Shimo might be physically superior—a concept the Godzilla x Kong novelizing strangely supported. From Kong's vantage point, the book notes, Shimo is the strongest Titan he has ever battled. Given Kong has battled Godzilla three times at this point in the Monsterverse chronology and lost each of them, this places Shimo on a very high pedestal. Comments from Godzilla x Kong director Adam Wingard support Kong's assessment of Shimo's prowess. Wingard clarified in the "Godzilla Evolved" documentary accompanying the Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire home video release that Godzilla judged his change necessary based on the forthcoming conflict with Shimo. Wingard says Godzilla required the power-up to guarantee his success as he knew he would be facing a monster "stronger" than him.
Shimo's might does not support her beating Godzilla.
These clues definitely imply that Godzilla x Kong chose to create a new creature the strongest Titan in the Monsterverse. Although it's clear that Shimo's choice unfairly compromises Godzilla's claim as the King of the Monsters, keep in mind that even if Shimo is indeed stronger, this does not make her the genuine alpha. She merely harmed Godzilla, thereby leaving the question of who would win between them in a fair one-on-one combat up in the air unresolved. She did not defeat Godzilla outright.
Like Shimo, Godzilla has other weapons in his toolkit outside his great power, hence it shouldn't be neglected. Fairly, he's probably not used to not being the strongest Titan in the fight, hence not having this edge would make overcoming Shimo an unusual difficulty but maybe not impossible. More so than most iterations of Godzilla, the Monsterverse's Godzilla is incredibly nimble and swift. Given Shimo's great bodily heft, which makes her nearly a plodding creature, this could be the difference-maker if the fight had lasted. Besides Godzilla's atomic breath, his signature strike, and his best weapon in almost any fight. Shimo retreated upon a blast of atomic breath, demonstrating that she is indeed vulnerable to this attack regardless of her might. One could not know exactly what would happen should she strike many blows from the blast. Her frost breath does provide a means of counteracting it, although it is known from the struggle in the Hollow Earth that Godzilla can break through the ice.
Shimo The First Monster Having More Strength Than Godzilla?
For the Monsterverse, Shimo being stronger than Godzilla (even if it's only a minor difference) would be unheard of; maybe not for the broader Godzilla series. Godzilla is usually seen as the most strong kaiju on Earth, yet in several Toho films he appeared to be physically weaker than his opponent.
One instance of this is seen in Godzilla: Final Wars, where Godzilla encounters Keizer Ghidorah, a new form of King Ghidorah. Godzilla basically ran into a brick wall when he battled Keizer Ghidorah, whose immense power level made human intervention required, after smashing through many iconic Godzilla foes with relative ease. Given the course of the battle, it was reasonable to conclude that Godzilla would not have prevailed without them. Keizer Ghidorah stayed an oddity in that field mostly though. Godzilla had faced immensely formidable enemies in Biollante, Destoroyah, and SpaceGodzilla, but by the end of his fights with them he seemed to be stronger than all three.
Godzilla Against Kong 3 Helps Verify The Most Powerful Titan From The Monsterverse
Godzilla's image depends much on his position as the King of the Monsters, hence there is a possibility that the Monsterverse will try to allay any doubts regarding his relative performance to Shimo in the next movie. Given the approaching sequel to Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire, such a situation is realistic. Shimo was also set up as an ally of Kong, hence it is most possible that the ice Titan shares screen-time with them once more. Should that happen, the Monsterverse can show itself via a rematch or another battle, indicating which monster most qualifies as the alpha of the Titans.
Should Mothra's meddling in Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire not permanently terminate Godzilla's conflict with Kong, another confrontation between the two might cause Shimo to encounter Godzilla a second time. Shimo might, alternatively, lose to a Titan foe that Godzilla finally kills. This would serve to dispel any uncertainty regarding Godzilla's status as the top predator in the ecosystem of the planet.
Shimo: Monsterverse's Ice Titan: Shimo
Originally presented as an old Titan buried in the Subter Underground Realm, the Shimo of the Monsterverse became the Skar King's ultimate weapon and the secret to his plot. Not to mention the way she handled herself against the Alpha Titan in Godzilla x Kong's conclusion, Shimo is clearly among the strongest Titans in the Monsterverse as seen by the reveal she started the Ice Age.
Shimo is a strong opponent since she has great strength and special ability. Her Frost Breath is a potent weapon capable of solid freezing of her foes. Her capacity to overwhelm Godzilla during their conflict speaks to her great strength as well. Her overwhelming force makes her among the most dangerous Titans in the Monsterverse; her part in the forthcoming Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire promises to be crucial.
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire: Titans Story
Shared cinematic world The Monsterverse combines legendary creatures like Godzilla and Kong. Examining the traditions and mythology around these Titans, the movies investigate their past and influence on the planet. With its amazing graphics, spectacular fights, and gripping characters, The Monsterverse has captivated viewers all across.
Featuring a fresh cast of Titans and an epic clash between some of the most potent animals on Earth, Godzilla x Kong promises to be yet another thrilling chapter in the Monsterverse. With action, adventure, and mystery, the movie looks to be an exciting show. Audiences should expect Shimo, the Ice Titan, to be essential in determining the course of the Monsterverse as the narrative progresses.