Summary
Mortal Kombat 1was intended to be both a soft reboot and a sequel for the now 31-year-old series. Following the story that was set up inMK11,Mortal Kombat 1did so successfully by entering a new timeline filled with alternate versions of classic characters. The introduction of a multiverse of timelines only expanded upon the potential for continuous reinvention of the series. With seemingly endless directions the story could take, players are left to follow the clues as to what comes next.
The events ofMK1’s Story Mode ended on a sort of cliffhanger, leaving many to speculate what the future will hold. Recent NetherRealm Studios games have included substantial story DLC, such asMK11’s AftermathDLC. And with statements from the developers suggesting thatMortal Kombat 1will be supported for years to come, it is safe to assume DLC is coming eventually. The future of theMortal Kombatstoryline will likely be a combination of plot points set up withinMK1’s Story Mode, Tower endings, DLC, possibly Invasions, and of course some new surprises. In order to predict what may come next in futureMKstories, players must examine the current evidence.
Important Tower Endings for MK’s Future
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The Future of Mortal Kombat’s Story
Mortal Kombat 1’s Story Mode concluded with a new version of the Armageddon conflict. This time,a “rebooted” Deadly Allianceserved as the villain. The Titan versions of Shang Tsung and Quan Chi took control of the Pyramid of Argus and fought a massive battle against Lord Liu Kang and his allies from alternate timelines. By the end, Liu Kang was victorious and sent everyone back to their respective timelines. However, the epilogue showed an ominous scene of a Titan version of Havik relishing in the chaos of the battle and suggesting that he plans to have a war of his own.
Mortal Kombat 1 Story DLC
The epilogue inMK1leaves many to suggest thatLord Havik will be the primary antagonist of future story DLC. This would make sense given the nature of past NRS game’s DLC. From a lore standpoint, it is also possible as the Invasions mode suggests that Titans from other timelines can invade at will. As each Invasions season will seemingly focus on a different character from the roster, perhaps the Havik season will coincide with the release of a story DLC.
Havik is an outcast of Seido, the Realm of Order, and seeks only chaos. As the main antagonist, he could greatly sway theMKtimeline once again.
Mortal Kombat 2’s Main Antagonist
The outcome of any possible story DLC will likely set up the story ofMK1’s sequel. If Lord Havik does end up being the villain, then that could set up a battle for Seido, the Orderrealm, as Havik will likely attempt to convert it to a new Chaos Realm. It could also suggest a battle against the original timeline’s fiercest foe who ruled by order, Onaga.Onaga, the Dragon King, was set up inMK1’s timeline via Reiko’s tower ending, in which he was revived and freed from imprisonment under the orders of General Shao.
InMK1there are also references to a Titan Onaga seeking to attack Lord Liu Kang’s peaceful timeline. As Onaga is one of the most powerful villains in theMKuniverse, it would be cool to see him return as the main antagonist. It would also make sense given the fact thatMK1’s main antagonists were a new version of the Deadly Alliance. If the sequel follows the same trend,MK2could feature a new version of the villain fromMK: Deception, Onaga. It is to be expected thatMK1will have a sequel eventually but for now, the exact future of the story is still clouded in mystery.
Mortal Kombat 1
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Welcome to a new era of Kombat. NetherRealm Studios ushers in a new era of the iconic fighting franchise with a total reset that changes the entire world as we know it. Following the thrilling climax of Mortal Kombat 11, the all-powerful Fire God Liu Kang has created a New Era in the hope of bringing peace to Earthrealm and beyond. Through the series' most cinematic story mode yet, you’ll be reintroduced to a cast of legendary warriors as you’ve never seen them before. Expect twists on classic friendships and rivalries, as well as new backstories that will change everything you think you know about your favorite Kombatants. Discover a host of new offline and online game modes as you master a revitalized fighting system that boasts bone-crunching Fatal Blows, defensive Breakers and the most creatively vicious Fatalities yet.
