Sub Zero

Sub-Zero is a key character in the Mortal Kombat fighting game series. The name “Sub-Zero” is actually an alias used by two characters in the franchise, both of whom are ninja warriors from the Lin Kuei clan. They are principally defined by their blue attire and their ability to control ice in many forms. The original Sub-Zero, whose real name is Bi-Han, first appeared in Mortal Kombat in 1992. He was killed by Scorpion during the events of the first game, leading to his younger brother, Kuai Liang, taking over the mantle of Sub-Zero. Bi-Han later returns as the undead Noob Saibot, mastering shadows instead of ice. Both incarnations of Sub-Zero have been central figures in the series, with Kuai Liang often serving as a more heroic figure compared to his older brother. Sub- Zero’s storylines often revolve around his rivalry with Scorpion, which has become one of the most prominent story elements in the series. Sub-Zero is the only character that appears in every main installment of the Mortal Kombat series, and he was also the protagonist of the 1997 spin-off game, Mortal Kombat Mythologies: Sub-Zero. His distinctive design, special abilities, and finishing moves known as “Fatalities” have made him one of the most popular characters in the franchise.