Originally drafted, Godzilla was supposed to kill everyone of his opponents through the course of the film. In context, it does seem odd that Godzilla would seemingly spare his three foes, settling for what would appear to be just their defeat. So, it's possible that this cut was done in consideration of two of Toho's most recognizable characters: Rodan and Anguirus. It's not out of the question given history, as producer Shogo Tomiyama previously barred the use of Anguirus in Kamoebas' role Godzilla: Tokyo S.O.S. (2003), and some last minute consideration could have been made on behalf of the company's more high profile characters.

Note: Another image was overlayed on this particular picture and Godzilla's hand and arm, from another shot, appear in the lower left corner.