The Mind-Blowing Revelation Behind Smoke's Backstory in Mortal Kombat 1 Will Leave Fans Speechless!

The shadowy Lin Kuei assassin, Smoke, is the latest character to receive a reboot in NetherRealm's Mortal Kombat franchise. This announcement was made during NetherRealm's recent Kombat Kast livestream, where a trailer showcased six new characters joining the lineup for the game's release later this year. Smoke, who made his debut as a hidden character in Mortal Kombat II in 1993, has appeared in various forms over the past 30 years. Whether as a human or a murderous cyborg, Smoke has always been associated with the Lin Kuei clan. Now that Scorpion and Sub-Zero are brothers in the rebooted timeline of Mortal Kombat 1, the interactions between these Lin Kuei killers and their fellow clan member, Smoke, could lead to some intense and dramatic moments in the game.

As highlighted by ComicBook.com, the official description on the Mortal Kombat 1 website reveals significant changes to Smoke's backstory in the new timeline. Instead of being a cybernetic assassin like Cyrax and Sektor, which has been depicted in previous games, Smoke is now portrayed as an orphan who grew up alongside Sub-Zero and Scorpion after his family was accidentally murdered by the Lin Kuei. Considering his tragic past, with his family falling victim to the Lin Kuei, there is speculation that Smoke could potentially emerge as one of the villains in Mortal Kombat 1.

The role of Smoke in Mortal Kombat 1 is still uncertain, but from his brief appearance in the latest trailer, it is evident that there is tension between the silver-haired assassin and his adopted brothers. According to his official bio, Smoke lacks the supernatural abilities possessed by his brothers and therefore focuses on mastering practical magic. This pursuit of power and envy towards his brothers' powers could potentially lead Smoke towards a darker path. Although Smoke seems eager to assist in the defense of Earthrealm, his quest to master magic may make him vulnerable to being manipulated against those he has vowed to protect.

Players will have to wait until September 19 to discover what NetherRealm has planned for Smoke. In the meantime, they can watch the stealthy assassin in action in the game's latest trailer. However, those who wish to experience the story without spoilers may want to limit their online exposure as there may already be leaks about Mortal Kombat 1.

Mortal Kombat 1 launches September 19 for PC, PS5, Switch, and Xbox Series X.

Source: ComicBook.com