Author: Tyler Trieschock | Banner: Tyler Trieschock

Table of Contents:
Chapter 1: A Three Knight Game
Chapter 2: The Vow
Chapter 3: A Just War
Chapter 4: Ideological Struggle
Chapter 5: Bagorah vs. The Visitor
Chapter 6: The Tragedy of Monsters
Chapter 7: Contact
Chapter 8: Autophobia
Chapter 9: Theophobia
Chapter 10: Monster X Mutant
Chapter 11: The Gods’ Blade
Chapter 12: Pawns

[Continued from Match 490]

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Author: Tyler Trieschock & Matthew Freese | Banner: Tyler Trieschock & James Webster

Table of Contents:
Chapter 1: Gates Of The Kingdom
Chapter 2: Exs & Mutos
Chapter 3: Destoroyah vs. Baragon, Gorosaurus & Varan
Chapter 4: The Ache
Chapter 5: Cataclysm of Infant Island
Chapter 6: Paradise Lost
Chapter 7: Destoroyah vs. Godzilla
Chapter 8: Belvera’s Gambit
Chapter 9: Desghidorah vs. Anguirus, Godzilla Junior & Gorosaurus
Chapter 10: The True King of Skull Island
Chapter 11: Destoroyah vs. Godzilla – Round 2
Chapter 12: Rodan vs. Desghidorah
Chapter 13: Destoroyah vs. Kong
Chapter 14: Desghidorah vs. Everyone
Chapter 15: Cataclysm on Skull Island
Chapter 16: Of Immortality & Arrogance

[Continued from Match 452]

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Author: Tyler Trieschock | Banner: Tyler Trieschock & James Webster

Table of Contents:
Chapter 1: Gordon’s Gambit
Chapter 2: It Came from Beneath the Sea
Chapter 3: The Warrior from the Stars
Chapter 4: Of Xcellence & Xcitement
Chapter 5: The Hidden Enemy
Chapter 6: A Deal With A Devil
Chapter 7: Monster X vs. The Visitor
Chapter 8: Red King vs. Monster X
Chapter 9: Core of the Problem
Chapter 10: Bemular vs. Monster X
Chapter 11: Of Promises & Risk
Chapter 12: Monster X vs. The Visitor – Round 2
Chapter 13: King Cobra vs. Monster X
Chapter 14: It Fled Beneath the Sea
Chapter 15: Monster X vs. King Cobra – Round 2
Chapter 16: An Xcercise in Diplomacy
Chapter 17: Inflection Point
Chapter 18: In Name Only
Chapter 19: The Request

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Destruction, flames, and utter chaos — these are the hallmarks of some of the best Godzilla films. Whether Godzilla or any number of his allies and enemies are battling to protect humanity or unleashing devastation, we can’t help but cheer as these iconic monsters take the screen. But here’s the thing, while those iconic rampages may shake up cities and thrill fans, they don’t have any lasting consequences. These movies are just entertainment after all and all the damage we see don’t have any ramifications to our communities.

Real-world disasters are a different story.

Recently, the Greater Los Angeles area has been ravaged by wildfires, causing immense damage to homes and overwhelming local first responders. The heroes on the ground – the firefighters and volunteers tirelessly battling the blaze – are fighting a living, breathing natural disaster and need support more than ever.

That’s where this charity event comes in.

My brother and I are hosting a 24-hour livestream on Twitch and YouTube starting today at 9 AM Central Time to raise funds for the Gary Sinise Foundation, which provides vital support for those currently fighting the blaze.

But while most of the content will be strategy games and an assortment of suffering for your entertainment, some of which I can confirm will be kaiju related, here’s where the Godzilla community comes in for a stellar win.

Greyshot X KaijuCanuck X ShinRobjira: Kaiju Kontestants All Out Attack

At 6 PM Central Time, I’ll be hosting a special Godzilla-themed Jeopardy event packed with a variety of topics, and we need you to join us! The contestants will be the following and you can check out their content below if you are unfamiliar:

KaijuCanuck – Figure reviewer, experienced kaiju-jeopardy host, and walking box of kaiju knowledge.

ShinRobjira – Another eccentric collector with an eye for detail who is looking to claim victory.

Greyshot117 – And finally, my twin brother. Yes, my identical twin. He’s a fan of all things monster, whether it be kaiju, be born from the Syfy Channel, or originate from 50s.

I’ll be testing their knowledge of everything Godzilla – from the classic films of the franchise to inside jokes to obscure trivia on scrapped projects – all while raising money for an incredibly worthy cause.

So, mark your calendars, spread the word, and come join the fun! Stop by early or just take a moment at 6pm CT to enjoy the game show. Any support helps us help those affected in California.

And for those that wish to research the charity this Jeopardy game will be contributing to, you can check out the foundation below:

January 21st, 2025 update

I want to extend my deepest gratitude to everyone who stopped by on Twitch or Youtube for the charity stream on the 19th/20th to support those currently battling the blaze in California. Your incredible generosity, enthusiasm, and support made this event a huge success as we ultimately received $1,010 to pass along to those first responders!

You will believe a dinosaur can game.

From the viewers who tuned in to those who donated, to the many guests who gave their time and energy like KaijuCanuck and ShinRobjira, both of which I would highly recommend checking out if you haven’t already, you all played a crucial role in making this charity drive impactful.

30 questions. 3 contestants. Only 1 winner.

Thank you for your kindness and for being a part of the annual Greyshot Productions 24-hour charity livestream. Whatever the cause my brother and I end up supporting next year, we hope you all can join and if you do, we’ll make sure the stream fun, informative, chaotic, and hopefully have a few less technical errors.

Best Regards,

Greyshot151 / Tyler Trieschock

Author: Tyler Trieschock | Banner: Tyler Trieschock

Table of Contents:
Chapter 1: The Warrior & The Doctor
Chapter 2: Of Fear & Death
Chapter 3: Pridefall
Chapter 4: Together At Last
Chapter 5: Godzilla Junior & Anguirus vs. Destoroyah
Chapter 6: Blinded By Rage
Chapter 7: Gomora vs. Destoroyah
Chapter 8: Insight
Chapter 9: Destoroyah vs. Everyone
Chapter 10: A Path Forward
Chapter 11: To Endure & Protect
Chapter 12: Self-Destruction
Chapter 13: Death’s Standing

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Author: Tyler Trieschock | Banner: Tyler Trieschock

Table of Contents:
Author’s Note
Chapter 1: The Author of Tragedy
Chapter 2: In Pursuit of Rage
Chapter 3: The Ryuseicho Awakens
Chapter 4: Homeward Bound
Chapter 5: Lovesick
Chapter 6: Gomora vs. The Ryuseicho
Chapter 7: The Dark Elias
Chapter 8: Managing the Apocalypse
Chapter 9: The Muto, Mothra (Legendary) & Mothra (Universal) vs. The Ryuseicho
Chapter 10: Homecoming
Chapter 11: The Broken Elias
Chapter 12: Ultraseven vs. The Ryuseicho
Chapter 13: No Way Home
Chapter 14: Lovestruck
Chapter 15: Zone Fighter vs. The Ryuseicho
Chapter 16: Last Man Standing
Chapter 17: To Keep Moving Forward
Chapter 18: Of Tragedy & Identity
Chapter 19: Tragic Companion

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Author: Tyler Trieschock | Banner: Thomas Johnson & Tyler Trieschock

Table of Contents:
Chapter 1: The Warrior & The Heart
Chapter 2: The Guardian & The King
Chapter 3: Ozaki vs. Tsukuyomi
Chapter 4: To Be Without Purpose
Chapter 5: Ozaki vs. Tsukuyomi – Round 2
Chapter 6: To Debate a God
Chapter 7: He Has Returned
Chapter 8: Gamera vs. Orochi
Chapter 9: Heart Break
Chapter 10: What the Darkness Fears

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Smashing through the box office over the past two weekends, Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire, has brought about a vast amount of praise and criticism. Is it the worst of the MonsterVerse? The best? To provide the ultimate, definitive answer, the staff of Toho Kingdom is giving their thoughts to end the debate once and for all. There will be spoilers so if you haven’t seen the film yet, you have been warned, but without further ado, check out the staff’s impressions after seeing fifth entry into this monstrous franchise.

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Monarch: Legacy of Monsters roared onto Apple+ as the first live action series set in the MonsterVerse, beat only by a few months for the honor of first series within the universe by Netflix’s Skull Island (2023). Yet, unlike the latter which will more than likely share a tenuous connection to canon like the comic series Godzilla: Awakening and Godzilla: Aftershock, Monarch: Legacy of Monsters proves a breathtaking, character-rich entry. A show that by its exciting conclusion seemingly does the impossible – make the MonsterVerse a cohesive universe, and a world worthy of exploration.

Set after the cataclysmic events of Godzilla (2014), the series focuses on two seemingly distant perspectives.

The first is set in 2015 with Cate Randa, played by Anna Sawai, who travels to Japan to uncover the truth behind her late father’s fate, merely to find a half-brother named Kentaro, Ren Watabe. Aided by Kentaro’s friend May, played by Kiersey Clemons, the trio set out to uncover a mysterious legacy dating back to Monarch’s inception.

Speaking of, this is the other perspective featured prominently with the main cast being U.S. Army Colonel Lee Shaw, a Japanese scientist named Keiko, and cryptozoologist Bill Randa, all played by Wyatt Russell, Mari Yamamoto, and Anders Hold respectively.

They needed a bigger boat.

This dual perspective allows for Monarch: Legacy of Monsters to delve into the legacy of Monarch, the Ronda family, and the world coming to grips with a haunting truth – that humanity is not the apex species it once believed itself to be. Yet with this world-shattering revelation and equally grand plans to save the Earth, the show never shies away from pushing its themes of connection, loss, and trauma through the eyes of its human characters, echoing the stylistic flair of Garth Edwards’ Godzilla (2014).

Mirroring that film as well in regards to pace, the ten-episode series grinds to a remarkably slow lumber roughly half way through. With each episode running a full sixty minutes, you can feel the battle between the show’s monstrous runtime, and the writers attempting to stuff exciting reveals and action whenever possible. Battles are lost. Plot points stretched near breaking; however, by its conclusion, Monarch: Legacy of Monsters should leave viewers at the edge of their seats rather than checking their proverbial watches.

Now a good mystery is nothing without compelling characters and actors that can bring them to life. So far, the MonsterVerse’s track record has been… spotty, to say the least. Thankfully, Monarch: Legacy of Monsters proves a positive exception. Kurt Russel’s natural charm and charisma may steal the show whenever he’s onscreen, but Anna Sawai, Ren Watabe, Joe Tippett, and Mari Yamamoto all prove capable of elevating their scenes, making Legendary’s world of Titans and all that occurs within it, that much more believable and entertaining.

Look, I’m not evil. Just incompetent.

And without getting into spoilers; references, lore, and yes, monsters, do share the collective screentime, but for as grand a narrative as the series may be advertised as, with multiple plotlines hinting at the end of the world, in reality, the show is a small endeavor. Godzilla may loom large, an ever-present force of nature during both time periods, but do not go into this show expecting his screentime to be equally immense.

Like the varying trauma which plagues a large swath of the cast, his presence can more so be felt than seen.

We’re going to need a bigger budget.

However disappointing that may seem, it is the seamless integration of all the creatures, settings, and general digital effects that truly sets Monarch: Legacy of Monsters apart from other televised programming. From Godzilla’s arrival in San Francisco to the emergence of otherworldly Titans, the series boasts a movie-like quality to most of its production. The attention to detail is nothing short of breathtaking, and if anything, considerably raises the bar for Kaiju adaptations on the small screen going forward.

In conclusion, Monarch: Legacy of Monsters shadow casts long and far over the MonsterVerse. Cracks appear beneath its gargantuan runtime, unable to justify the screentime it devotes to all of its characters. But those who focus upon the imperfections, that scour the landscape for defections left in this monstrous triumph’s wake, will miss the stunning successes. Sown into this series hide lay a plethora of well written characters, breathtaking visuals, and a narrative that blends all four of the MonsterVerse’s separate films seamlessly into one another. If given another season, another chance to stretch its legs and continue to flesh out its world and characters, Monarch: Legacy of Monsters may prove not only a worthwhile entry, but evolve into something far, far grander.

A production able to rival cinematic Titans.

Skull Island is the latest entry in the MonsterVerse, and the first foray of Legendary studios in turning their billion dollar film franchise into a series for smaller screens. With Apple’s Monarch leading the charge on the live action front, it seems Netflix chose to differentiate their tale within the MonsterVerse by bestowing the series into the hands of the talented animators of Powerhouse Animation Studios, best known for animating the incredible Castlevania (2017-2021). Coupled with Brian Duffield, whose past work includes Love and Monsters (2020) and Underwater (2020), Skull Island proves a solid, (if flawed) first blow, thrown by the streaming giants with the IP. (more…)

Author: Jim Wolf | Banner: Matthew Williams

The dense coniferous forests of North America’s Pacific Northwest were not commonly known for kaiju activity, but that was soon to change. Whether by choice or by sheer accident, the great theropod Gorosaurus had come ashore on a remote beach in British Columbia and ventured deep into the thick forest. The pine trees were much different than the palm trees of his usual stomping ground in the South Pacific, but the ferns were here, and the weather was comfortably warm. The saurian drew comfort from the alien, yet comfortable surroundings as he crashed through the trees, making the local wildlife scatter. Even the mighty grizzly bears knew there was a new king of the forest and they too beat a hasty retreat, giving the massive two-legged dinosaur a wide berth. (more…)

Author: Dao Zang Moua | Banner: Dao Zang Moua

It’s been three years since civilization fell to the monsters.

Dust and debris coated the desolate streets of the Central Valley, with stores and buildings pockmarked with shattered windows or missing chunks of walls. Hiding within a large supermarket, a young woman in a black hoodie and a large backpack peered over the bricks towards a four-way intersection. She could hear the sickening sound of flesh being torn apart as she noticed three man-sized winged creatures voraciously tearing into the corpse of a large grey reptilian monster, their horrid triangular heads dribbled with flesh and blood as they scavenged. As one of them turned towards the store, the girl ducked her head down as she searched for a place to hide, holding a small green magatama. (more…)

Author: Connor Clennell | Banner: Landon Soto

[Continued from Match 259]

It was cold. The coldest place anywhere on the planet. For millions of years, Antarctica was the harshest, most inhospitable place found on Earth. A frozen land of fierce blizzards and wide ice fields that tested the abilities of the creatures with the bravery to scrounge a living out of the soil. Sunlight rarely reached here, at the bottom of the world, but provided just enough for plant life to grow. (more…)

Author: Harley Jameson | Banner: Dao Zang Moua

Waves lapped the shores of Osaka gently. An entire city held its breath as a monster from its past was standing on the beachfront, head to the wind and staring intently towards the ocean. G-Force tanks and military personnel were hovering around the quadruped, keeping a cautious eye on him if he decided to turn his attention back towards the city. This time however, Anguirus had no intention of wading through Humanity. He was waiting for something else. (more…)

Author: Vincent Rodger & Andrew Sudomerski | Banner: Dao Zang Moua

[Continued from Match 317]

-Tokyo-

G-Force staff ran outside of their base of operations as Kiryu landed in front of the facility. Soldiers aimed their guns at the captive Attack Titan, prepared to shoot the humanoid if it made any sudden movements. The Mechagodzilla roared at the humans below as he motioned with his free hand towards the side telling them to get back. The humans ran away, as the wires went back into the cyborg, dropping the captured giant onto the ground below. Kiryu then opened up his left hand, kneeling down and gently putting the unconscious Akane onto the ground. (more…)

Author: Connor Clennell | Banner: Landon Soto

Within the magma flows of the Earth’s core, Obsidius stirred. The creature’s head tilted up at the roof of the tube, searching for whatever had awoken him from his slumber. When nothing happened, Obsidius lowered his head, returning to his slumber. A minute later, his sleep was disturbed as a series of tremors shook Obsidius’ den, rousing the volcanic creature from his sleep once again. He turned his head up again, growling softly. Something was burrowing through the Earth, disrupting his rest and recovery. Here, deep within the planet, nothing was supposed to be able to disturb him, but it seemed something had no respect for Obsidius’ wellbeing. (more…)

Author: Joshua Strittmatter | Banner: Dao Zang Moua

Iceland, December 8th, 2020. 11:31 P.M.

Cold.

That was the first thing it felt when it finally succeeded in piercing a crack through its shelled prison. Bitter, chilling cold seeped through the newly formed fracture, along with the first tiny ray of light the new life form had ever seen. The infant had been biding its time inside its protective shell, slowly growing and developing while curled up comfortably inside. How long, it did not know. But now it was too big to fit and had grown to the point of being physically mobile. (more…)

Creator: Thomas Fairchild | Banner: Thomas Fairchild

When Destoroyah lays siege to Seattle, G-Force deploys the mighty MechaGodzilla to combat the demonic kaiju. But tensions quickly escalate when the terrifying SpaceGodzilla arrives with his own insidious plans. Caught between a rampaging devil and a cosmic terror, MechaGodzilla and its crew must find a way to neutralize the malevolent titans before absolute destruction reigns.

Author: Maddison Foust | Banner: Dao Zang Moua

Down from the heavens, a cybernetic being made its eerie descent. How long had it been since he was last on this planet? Decades? A century? It mattered not to Gigan, he would enact his wrath against this familiar planet. The cyborg assassin looked over his surroundings. He saw little but grass, trees, and distant mountains. But he heard faint footsteps. He spotted something. A small pale bipedal creature, concealed in a forest. Then, he noticed another. And another. One by one, the alien menace noticed the horde of these odd little things. He quickly recognized them as humans, but oddly enough, their structures were nowhere in sight. They were much bigger than Gigan remembered, and a lot uglier too. (more…)

Authors: Matthew Williams & Matthew Freese | Banner: Tyler Trieschock

[Continued from Match 283]

A loud shout arose from Zone Fighter as the giant alien was blasted into the air before crashing into a skyscraper. The towering building didn’t stand a chance against the impact as it slowly crumbled down, burying the Meteor Man. The remaining citizens who had yet to evacuate the chaos that fell upon their city watched their fallen protector, horrified as they had no other choice but to flee for their lives. (more…)