Get to know Shuma-Gorath, Villain Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
JSMedia – ‘Before everything existed, I existed. Before the time came, I waited. I eat the screaming souls of the universe. I drink milk from a dead star. I am the void beyond all understanding. I am Shuma-Gorath‘.
The hype created by the movie Spiderman : No Way Home it’s not over yet. But there are other interesting things that we can discuss related to post-credits scene the film. Where we are shown the figure of Shuma-Gorath, one of the most anticipated villains in the film MCU next one is none other than Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.
now who is the true figure of Shuma-Gorath this? What abilities does he have and how strong is he? For those of you who don’t follow Marvel Comics, of course you are still unfamiliar with this one figure. So that’s why, let’s discuss it together.
Who is Shuma-Gorath?
Also known as the Many-Angled Ones, he is one of The Great Old Ones. The origins of Shuma-Gorath itself existed before the earth, even the universe itself because he was one of the Supreme Beings.
Appearance Shuma-Gorath itself looks to have one large eye with several tentacles. In addition, it is also said that Shuma-Gorath exists in various universes so that its true form is unknown. Even he himself said his form was just a container to contain his strength.
Power of Shuma-Gorath
As one of the confirmed villains to appear in the sequel to Doctor Strange, how strong is Shuma-Gorath? He is said to be an omnipotent being. In his dimension, Shuma-Gorath is one of the most powerful beings in the Marvel Universe.
He has the ability to control the thoughts of those around him. Physically, Shuma-Gorath also has a very strong skin, normal attacks won’t work on him. Only powerful magical attacks could injure Shuma-Gorath.
Encounter with Doctor Strange
In the comics version, he first faced Doctor Strange in Marvel Premiere #10. In the comics, it is told that Strange had to kill The Ancient One to prevent Shuma-Gorath from coming to Earth through his mind. Then Doctor Strange also went to the past to kill Shuma-Gorath so he wouldn’t have to kill The Ancient One.
Can Destroy the Galaxy
Shuma-Gorath’s power is not a figment, it is said that he can destroy entire galaxies even reality if he wants to. With the ability known as aura pressure, it was not something that was difficult for him.
Shuma-Gorath at What IF
For those of you who have watched the animated series What If, of course you are aware that Shuma-Gorath has appeared there. Precisely in the fourth episode where it was told what if Doctor Strange didn’t lose his hand in the accident, but rather his girlfriend Christine Palmer.
After becoming the Sorcerer Supreme, Doctor Strange is obsessed with using the power of the time stone to save his lover. But apparently, it is not easy to do and requires enormous strength.
So Doctor Strange decided to absorb the power of mythical creatures to increase his strength. The one he summoned was Shuma-Gorath. Although only a small part of the tentacles he absorbed.
Conclusion
So that’s a little information about the figure of Shuma-Gorath who will be one of the villains in the Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness movie later. So I can’t wait to know what the storyline will be, will Doctor Strange be able to stop it? Let’s just wait for the film to be released together.
