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'''Nozuki''' was the name that was given during conceptual phase, and it was first revealed on early leaked packaging for the larger [[Playmates]] figure.<ref name="Warbat">{{cite web|url=https://bingepost.com/godzilla-vs-kong-toy-reveals-a-new-monsterverse-titan/88374/|title=Godzilla vs Kong Toy Reveals A New MonsterVerse Titan|date=7 April 2020|work=BingePost}}</ref> Walmart receipts for the figure also used the Nozuki name.<ref>[[File:Warbat at Walmart.jpg|265px]]</ref> | '''Nozuki''' was the name that was given during conceptual phase, and it was first revealed on early leaked packaging for the larger [[Playmates]] figure.<ref name="Warbat">{{cite web|url=https://bingepost.com/godzilla-vs-kong-toy-reveals-a-new-monsterverse-titan/88374/|title=Godzilla vs Kong Toy Reveals A New MonsterVerse Titan|date=7 April 2020|work=BingePost}}</ref> Walmart receipts for the figure also used the Nozuki name.<ref>[[File:Warbat at Walmart.jpg|265px]]</ref> | ||
==Design== | ==Design== | ||
Warbats | Warbats are large reptilian serpentine creatures, being grayish in coloration and equipped with two red membranous wings running down the top half of its body, supported by long spines which are extensions of the ribcage. Their torso is similar to that of a snake, being long and slender presumably evolved to navigate the treacherous terrain of the Hollow Earth when their wings are not in use. Coupled with the membranous wings, the Warbats resemble a cobra. The bottom half of their torso also has ventral scales further adding to the resemblance of a snake. | ||
The head is also snake-like with two enormous fangs protruding from their bottom jaw as well as rows of needle-like teeth jutting out from their mouths. The eyes are green in color, with the pupils being horizontal and almost cat-like as well as possessing a bony ridge above their eye, resembling that of a crocodilian. Warbat blood is light green in coloration. | |||
==History== | ==History== | ||
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Warbats are winged snake-like monsters who appear in Legendary Pictures' 2021 film Godzilla vs. Kong. Massive predators of the Hollow Earth, they menace Kong and the Monarch-Apex Cybernetics expedition shortly after their arrival.
Name
Nozuki was the name that was given during conceptual phase, and it was first revealed on early leaked packaging for the larger Playmates figure.[1] Walmart receipts for the figure also used the Nozuki name.[3]
Design
Warbats are large reptilian serpentine creatures, being grayish in coloration and equipped with two red membranous wings running down the top half of its body, supported by long spines which are extensions of the ribcage. Their torso is similar to that of a snake, being long and slender presumably evolved to navigate the treacherous terrain of the Hollow Earth when their wings are not in use. Coupled with the membranous wings, the Warbats resemble a cobra. The bottom half of their torso also has ventral scales further adding to the resemblance of a snake.
The head is also snake-like with two enormous fangs protruding from their bottom jaw as well as rows of needle-like teeth jutting out from their mouths. The eyes are green in color, with the pupils being horizontal and almost cat-like as well as possessing a bony ridge above their eye, resembling that of a crocodilian. Warbat blood is light green in coloration.
History
MonsterVerse
Godzilla vs. Kong
No sooner had Kong and the Monarch-Apex Cybernetics expedition begun to explore the Hollow Earth than they were ambushed by a pair of Warbats. The first sank its teeth into a HEAV, destroying it instantly. It circled around for another strike, but just before it could bite the HEAV carrying Dr. Nathan Lind, Dr. Ilene Andrews, and Jia, Kong grabbed it by the tail and slammed its head into a sharp rock, killing it. He swung its corpse around to bludgeon the second Warbat. The serpent quickly recovered and constricted him, covering his face with its hood. Lind ordered his HEAV to launch a missile barrage at the Warbat. In its agony it loosened its grip on Kong, and the ape made it pay, slamming it repeatedly into the ground and pounding it to death with his fists. Ripping off its head, he spent a few moments slurping its innards as the humans watched in disgust.
Abilities
Flight
Warbats are able to glide through the air.
Physical capabilities
The first Warbat's fangs easily destroyed an HEAV. During its fight with Kong, the second Warbat managed to latch onto and wrap around him with its snake-like body, then attempted to suffocate him with its wings. Seeing Kong struggle to break free, Lind quickly ordered his HEAV to intervene.
Durability
The second Warbat was noticeably hurt by an HEAV's missiles, and neither creature lasted long against Kong's brute strength.
Venom
According to the description of the larger Warbat Playmates figure, the creatures have venomous wings.[4] This trait was not explicitly demonstrated in the film.
Filmography
- Godzilla vs. Kong (2021)
Gallery
- Main article: Warbat/Gallery.
Roar
The Warbats have a deep, raspy roar similar to Insectosaurus from Monsters vs. Aliens. When agitated or in pain, the Warbats can be heard making high-pitched screeches that sound similar to the screams of the Nazgul, or Ring-Wraiths, in The Lord of the Rings.
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Trivia
- "Warbat" is also the name of an Arabic pastry.
- A piece of concept art by Matt Millard shows Nozuki, a scrapped male counterpart to Warbat that would've had an electric tail and prehensile wings.
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