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Summary SCREENRANT VIDEO OF THE DAY SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT The 2021 Mortal Kombat reboot featured many iconic characters from the franchise, but several important players were notably absent from the action. While the film showcased popular fighters such as Sub-Zero, Scorpion, and Liu Kang, it left out some key figures who have played significant roles throughout the series' history.
9 Quan Chi Known for dark magic and necromancy Close The cunning sorcerer and manipulator, Quan Chi, plays a pivotal role in the Mortal Kombat universe, orchestrating events from behind the scenes. His machinations, such as instigating the long-standing feud between Scorpion and Sub-Zero, have shaped the destinies of numerous characters throughout the franchise.
7 Ermac Utilizes telekinesis during his fights Close Another major absence from the Mortal Kombat 2021 reboot was Ermac. This was a missed opportunity to explore the depths of the franchise's lore. As a fusion of countless souls within a single vessel, Ermac's enigmatic nature and ambiguous allegiances leave room to weave an intriguing thread throughout the film's narrative tapestry.
Related Mortal Kombat’s 2021 Reboot Proved A Harsh Truth About Video Game Adaptations The 2021 Mortal Kombat reboot highlighted a harsh truth about video game adaptations, one that has defined this tricky movie genre for decades.Close In the wake of Bi-Han's death and his potential resurrection as the wraith Noob Saibot, the 2021 Mortal Kombat reboot missed a prime opportunity to introduce his younger brother, Kuai Liang.
3 Kitana Liu Kang’s love interest Close As the stepdaughter of Shao Kahn and the twin sister of Mileena, Kitana's inclusion would have provided a deeper exploration of the power struggles and family conflicts within Outworld's ruling hierarchy. Her eventual defection to the side of Earthrealm could have served as a pivotal moment in the film, showcasing the moral complexities and personal sacrifices that characters face in the midst of the larger inter-realm conflict.
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