Mothra May Be Someone Stronger as Marvel's King in Black Finally Meets His Match, 8 Years Later

Knull faces a new opponent

Knull made his official debut eight years ago in Marvel’s King in Black event. The primordial force created and commands armies of symbiotes, and seeks to return the universe to darkness.

His apparent match arrives in Godzilla Conquers The Multiverse #5, the concluding chapter of Marvel’s kaiju crossover. Written by Gerry Duggan, with art by Javier Garron, the issue is scheduled for release November 11.

Mothra turns the battle

The preview shows Doctor Doom’s Avengers fighting Knull and Godzilla. Their allies include Weapon ‘Zilla, a combination of Wolverine and Godzilla, and Omeg, Miles Morales’ pet kaiju, who has grown into a major powerhouse.

Doom puts his confidence in Mothra to face Knull alone. She withstands his corruption and symbiotes, then uses her light to overpower and bind him. The preview suggests Knull has been defeated, although he could still escape in the full issue.

A natural counter to darkness

Mothra’s resistance stands out because Knull once tore the Sentry in half. The preview presents her light as a natural counter to the darkness associated with the King in Black.

With Knull apparently restrained, Godzilla may become the main threat in the final chapter. Mothra’s role also leaves open what else she might accomplish in the crossover.

Godzilla projects continue

The Marvel crossover follows Godzilla: Infinity Roar and DC’s Justice League vs. Godzilla vs. Kong 2. The article also notes Godzilla Minus Zero’s theatrical release and an upcoming LEGO set with more than 5,300 pieces, standing over 70 centimeters tall. Future projects include next year’s Godzilla x Kong: Supernova and another season of Monarch: Legacy of Monsters in development.