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Mortal Kombat (comics)
The ''Mortal Kombat'' comic books series included the official ''Mortal Kombat'' comics by Midway Games, Midway and Mortal Kombat (Malibu Comics), a licensed adaptation series by Malibu Comics that was published in 1994-1995. There are thus two different lineups of ''Mortal Kombat'' comics: the tie-ins published by Midway (some of them made by ''Mortal Kombat'' co-creator John Tobias) and DC Comics that closely followed the storyline of the games, and the Malibu series, which took a few liberties with the source material. Comics published by Midway Games The Midway comics were tie-ins published to coincide with the launches of ''Mortal Kombat (1992 video game), Mortal Kombat'', ''Mortal Kombat II'', and ''Mortal Kombat 4''. They offered insight into the backstory to each of the games as well as providing exposition of events occurring before each game. ''Mortal Kombat Collector's Edition'' Mortal Kombat Collector's Edition Midway's comic book prologue to the original ''Mortal ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jax (Mortal Kombat)
Jax Briggs is a fictional character in the ''Mortal Kombat'' fighting game franchise by Midway Games and NetherRealm Studios. Introduced in ''Mortal Kombat II'' (1993) as the leader of a Special Forces unit, he became a mainstay of the series, including as the protagonist of the action-adventure spin-off '' Mortal Kombat: Special Forces'' (2000). The character is distinguished by his metal bionic arms, which he first received in ''Mortal Kombat 3'' (1995), and his abilities are based around his upper-body strength. In the games, Jax is first depicted as the commanding officer of American Special Forces operative Sonya Blade and subsequently becomes one of the warriors defending Earthrealm from various threats. He is also depicted as a primary hero in various related media, including the 1996 animated series '' Mortal Kombat: Defenders of the Realm'', the 1997 film '' Mortal Kombat: Annihilation'', and the 2011 web series '' Mortal Kombat: Legacy''. Reception to the character has ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Smoke (Mortal Kombat)
Smoke is a fictional character in the '' Mortal Kombat'' fighting game franchise by Midway Games/NetherRealm Studios. He debuted in ''Mortal Kombat II'' (1993) as a hidden opponent and became a secret playable character in ''Mortal Kombat 3'' (1995), making him the franchise's first unlockable fighter. In keeping with his namesake, he is distinguished by the smoke fumes emitting from his body and his smoke-based powers. A member of the fictional Lin Kuei clan, Smoke has been depicted as both a human ninja and a cyborg in the series. He is also a close friend of fellow clansman Sub-Zero. The character's original storyline sees him forcibly transformed into a cyborg by his clan, but he retains his human soul. This allows him to join Sub-Zero in defending Earthrealm. However, following the events of ''Mortal Kombat 3'', Smoke is reprogrammed into serving Sub-Zero's evil brother Noob Saibot. In the rebooted timeline, he avoids automation, but becomes an undead revenant in service ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ed Boon
Edward John Boon (born February 22, 1964) is an American video game programmer, voice actor, and director who was employed for over 15 years at Midway Games and since 2011 has worked for Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment in its daughter company NetherRealm Studios. Boon is best known for the widely popular ''Mortal Kombat'' series, which he created with John Tobias, and the ''Injustice'' series. Life and career Boon was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, on February 22, 1964 and graduated from high school at Loyola Academy in Wilmette. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics and computer science from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. After graduation, he was employed by Williams Entertainment in their pinball department, working on approximately 20 pinball games over the next two years. During this time, he was called the Mortal Master, an early indicator towards a future creation. He is the co-creator of the ''Mortal Kombat'' fighting game se ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kung Lao
Kung Lao ( or ) is a fictional character in the ''Mortal Kombat'' fighting game franchise by Midway Games and NetherRealm Studios. A Shaolin monk, he debuted in ''Mortal Kombat II'' (1993). He is depicted as a primary hero in the series, including as one of the protagonists of the action-adventure spin-off '' Mortal Kombat: Shaolin Monks'' (2005). The character is also a descendant of the Great Kung Lao, the first Earthrealm champion of the Mortal Kombat tournament. His main weapon is a metal hat, which he uses for both melee and projectile attacks. Outside of the games, Kung Lao has appeared in various related media. Reception to the character has been generally positive, particularly in respect to his appearance, special abilities, and Fatality finishing moves. Appearances ''Mortal Kombat'' games Introduced in ''Mortal Kombat II'' (1993), Kung Lao is one of the last known descendants of the Great Kung Lao, a Mortal Kombat champion who lost the title and his life to the Shoka ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Shaolin Monastery
Shaolin Monastery (少林寺 ''Shàolínsì''), also known as Shaolin Temple, is a renowned monastic institution recognized as the birthplace of Chan Buddhism and the cradle of Shaolin Kung Fu. It is located at the foot of Wuru Peak of the Songshan mountain range in Dengfeng County, Henan Province, China. The name reflects its location in the ancient grove (林 lín) of Mount Shaoshi, in the hinterland of the Songshan mountains. Mount Song occupied a prominent position among Chinese sacred mountains as early as the 1st century BC, when it was proclaimed one of the Five Holy Peaks (五岳 wǔyuè). It is located some thirty miles (about forty-eight kilometers) southeast of Luoyang, the former capital of the Northern Wei Dynasty (386–534), and forty-five miles (about seventy-two kilometers) southwest of Zhengzhou, the modern capital of Henan Province.Shahar 2008 As the first Shaolin abbot, Batuo devoted himself to translating Buddhist scriptures and to preaching doctrines to ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Baraka (Mortal Kombat)
Baraka is a fictional character in the ''Mortal Kombat'' fighting game franchise by Midway Games/ NetherRealm Studios. Introduced in ''Mortal Kombat II'' (1993), he is a Tarkatan, a fictional species residing in Outworld, and his distinctive feature is a set of long metal blades that retract into his forearms. Baraka is a recurring villain throughout the series, often depicted in the service of the franchise's primary villains as well as the occasional love interest to the half-Tarkatan Mileena. The character has received a positive reception for his appearance and Fatality finishing moves. Appearances ''Mortal Kombat'' games Baraka is first introduced in ''Mortal Kombat II'' (1993) as a member of a lowly Outworld race called the Nomads who are known for violent and unpredictable behavior. He spearheads the attack on Liu Kang's Shaolin temple in Earthrealm following the conclusion of the first Mortal Kombat tournament, which in turn lures Liu Kang into Outworld to seek vengean ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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