I. Notes
II. Fighter Move Lists
A. Johnny Cage
B. Liu Kang
C. Raiden
D. Scorpion
E. Sonya Blade
F. Sub-Zero
III. Boss Fighters
A. Goro
B. Shang Tsung
IV. Other Fighters
A. Kano
B. Reptile
V. Blood Code
VI. Copyrights
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Mortal Kombat was released in the arcades in 1993 and became an instant sucess.
There are much better histories on the game and the phenomenom it spawned out
there then I can write, so I'll just focus on the Game Gear version of the
game. Released in 1993, the same year as the arcade version, the handheld
version of Mortal Kombat came out on both Gameboy and Game Gear. At the time it
was the height of the Sega-Nintendo competition and any edge either company
could get was sought. Nintendo, appealing to soccer moms everywhere, cut out
the blood from their releases of Mortal Kombat. Sega, on the other hand,
ostensibly cut out the blood, but left the famous "Blood Code" in the cartridge
for both the Genesis and Game Gear. In the end, Sega outsold Nintendo in Mortal
Kombat three to one. The Game Gear version of the game is obviously not as good
as either of the console version, but it does beat out its Gameboy counterpart
by the simple fact that it is in color (the Gameboy version is notoriously hard
to see). Both games have a six character line-up and two bosses. Reptile is
missing from both games, while Kano is missing from the Game Gear version and
Johnny Cage is missing from the Gameboy version. This guide offers bios, move
lists, and endings for all the characters. The text is taken straight from the
first Mortal Kombat or Mortal Kombat II (in the case of Shang Tsung and
Reptile). The Blood Code appears at the very end of this guide. Assume facing
right for the moves. P is punch/button 1, K is kick/button 2, and B is block.
Fatalities can only be performed at the end of the match when it says, "Finish
Him!" To execute the famous "Pit Fatality" simply uppercut your opponent at The
Pit when prompted.
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A martial artist superstar trained by the great masters from around the world.
Cage uses his talents on the big screen. He is the current box-office champ and
star of such movies as Dragon Fist and Dragon Fist II, as well as the award-
winning Sudden Violence.
Ending:
Through the battles and life or death situations faced during the tournament
Johnny Cage learns the true importance of his fighting skills. He also realizes
the full potential of the tournament. He returns to Hollywood after defending
his new title as Grand Champion. Cage goes on to film Mortal Kombat: The Movie
and its many sequels.
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Once a member of the super secret White Lotus Society, Liu Kang left the
organization in order the represent the Shaolin temples in the tournament.
Kang is strong in his beliefs and despises Shang Tsung.
Moves:
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| Fireball |
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| Fatality |
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Ending:
After defeating the mighty Goro and putting an to end to Shang Tsung's rule
over the tournament, Kang is able to return the contest to its rightful hosts -
the Shaolin Temples. Kang's heroics will always be remembered. He will continue
the traditions of the Shaolin temples and restore the true pride and respect of
this once great tournament.
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The name Raiden is actually that of a deity known as the thunder god. It is
rumored he received a personal invitation by Shang Tsung himself and took the
form of a human to compete in the tournament.
Ending:
Raiden's victory comes as no surprise to him. He was never impressed by Shang
Tsung's inferior sorcery, Goro's brute force, or the challenge of the other
contestants. He quickly becomes bored with his mortal competition and soon
invites other gods to participate in the contest. The ensuing battles rage on
for years, and the wars result in our world's final destruction. Have a nice
day.
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Like Sub-Zero, Scorpion's true name and origin are not known. He has shown from
time to time distrust and hatred towards Sub-Zero. Between ninjas, this is
usually a sign of opposing clans.
Ending:
Marked for death years ago by the Lin Kuei, Scorpion was murdered by Sub-Zero.
He left behind a wife and child in his former life but was allowed to return
and avenge his death. Even with Scorpion's triump in the tournament and new
title as Grand Champion, the price he paid was high. He can never again know
his family and must exist forever with his secret curse.
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Sonya is a member of a top U.S. Special Forces unit. Her team was hot on the
trail of Kano's Black Dragon organization. They followed them to an uncharted
island where they were ambushed by Shang Tsung's personal army.
Ending:
Captured by Shang Tsung Sonya's Special Forces unit was taken hostage - their
only hope was the tournament. Shang Tsung promised to release the entire team
only if Sonya could win the contest. Her victory not only released her unit -
but also put an end to the Black Dragon and Shang Tsung's powerful grip on
the tournament.
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The actual name or identity of this warrior is unknown. However based on the
markings of his uniform, it is believed he belongs to the Lin Kuei, a legendary
clan of Chinese ninja.
Moves:
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Ending:
After receiving the title of Grand Champion, Sub-Zero disappears back into
the shadows from which he came. His only goal in the tournament was the
assassaination of Shang Tsung. He was paid a large sum of money by one of
Tsung's wealthy enemies. With his mission accomplished Sub-Zero will collect
his fortune and retire from his dangerous profession.
(Note: The following two fighters are bosses and are unplayable.)
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A 2,000 year old half human dragon, Goro remains undefeated for the past 500
years. He won the title of Grand Champion by defeating Kung Lao, a Shaolin
fighting monk. It was during this period that the tournament fell into Shang
Tsung's hands and was corrupted.
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500 years ago, Shang Tsung was banished to the Earth Realm. With the aid of
Goro he was to unbalance the furies and doom the planet to a chaotic existence.
By seizing control of the Shaolin Tournament he tried to tip the scales of
order towards chaos.
(Note: The following two fighters were present in the arcade version of Mortal
Kombat but are not in the Game Gear version. They are listed here merely to
clarrify that point and provide some context to the other fighters.)
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A mercenary, thug, extortionist, thief - Kano lives a life of crime and
injustice. He is a devoted member of the Black Dragon, a dangerous group of
cut-throat madmen feared and respected throughout all of crime's inner circles.
Arcade Ending:
With the defeat of Goro and Shang Tsung, Kano will bring his own brand of
treachery to the tournament. His Black Dragon organization forms a monopoly
over the contest that brings shame and torment to all those involved. Their
reign will end in anarchy and death. It will result in the final dismantling
of the tournament and the Battle of the Sans.
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As Shang Tsung's personal protector the elusive Reptile lurks in the shadows
stopping all those who would do his master harm. His human form is believed
to disguise a horrid reptilian creature whose race was thought extinct millions
of years ago.
