The Ultimate Liu Kang Guide: Master Mortal Kombat 1 with Insane Moves, Combos, and Pro Tips
Master Liu Kang's fiery techniques in Mortal Kombat 1 with our ultimate guide! Unleash his powerful moves, combos, and finishers to dominate the battlefield
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Liu Kang OverviewLiu Kang Special Moves & Basic Attacks
Liu Kang Kombos in MK1
Liu Kang MK1 Fatalities & Brutalities
Mortal Kombat 1 could easily be called Mortal Kombat 12, considering its storyline picks up from the conclusion of MK11's DLC Aftermath. Following his use of the Hourglass to completely reset the Mortal Kombat universe and its characters, Liu Kang relinquished his godlike powers as the Keeper of Time to become the protector of Earthrealm, known as the God of Fire.
However, Liu Kang's fighting style in Mortal Kombat 1 is anything but modest, showcasing his ruthlessness through his exceptionally brutal fatalities. Not only is Liu Kang incredibly quick and merciless, but his combos are relatively straightforward to grasp, and his signature bicycle kick, along with other techniques, retains its formidable strength.
Liu Kang Overview
In Mortal Kombat 1, the Mortal Kombat universe has witnessed significant transformations. Previously known as the Keeper of Time, Liu Kang has now become the God of Fire, taking over Raiden's role in a newly constructed timeline. Despite these changes, Liu Kang still possesses his humble and disciplined nature as a former Shaolin Warrior.
Despite the alterations, one aspect that remains unchanged for Liu Kang is his suitability for beginners. With special moves that share similar inputs and a well-balanced overall moveset, he remains an ideal character for those starting out. Additionally, his ability to deliver swift bursts of damage is nearly unrivaled. Skilled players, however, can unleash a multitude of possibilities with Liu Kang's moves, particularly making use of his formidable combos.
Liu Kang Special Moves & Basic Attacks
The following guide employs a standardized universal input translation for moves. Instead of listing familiar console buttons, it utilizes a formula devised by the fighting game community to convert controls across different consoles. This ensures that all players can grasp the required inputs for executing moves and combos.
For a detailed explanation of how this system functions, please consult the guide on comprehending the universal input code of Mortal Kombat 1.
Liu Kang Special Moves
Name | Inputs | Description |
|---|---|---|
Cosmic Flame | BF1 | Liu Kang fires a bolt of blue and orange fire forward |
Low Dragon | DB1 | Liu Kang slings a firebolt that bounces on the ground instead of forward |
Dragon's Tail | BF3 | Liu Kang summons a fiery dragon to guide his long-distance kick |
Dancing Dragon | BF4 | Liu Kang's iconic Bicycle Kick, given new flair |
Dragon's Breath | DB4 | Teleports Liu Kang close to the enemy (but not from a distance) |
Useful Core Liu Kang Moves
Name | Inputs | Description |
|---|---|---|
Burning Desire | F3, 4 | Liu Kang chops the enemy and then kicks them into the air, but not high enough for aerials |
Tailwhip | B2, 3 | Primary launcher for Liu Kang, can be chained within combos relatively easily |
Shaolin Stutter | F1, 4 | Quick interrupt, in which Liu Kang quickly hits the enemy before kicking them |
Liu Kang Kombos in MK1
Best Ground Liu Kang Combos
Inputs | Description |
|---|---|
F4, 3, 4 | "Eternal Power", a series of powerful kicks |
2, 2, 1 | "Pyromancer's Gift", in which Liu Kang knocks the opponent to the ground with a fiery punch |
3, 3, 3 | Liu Kang quickly kicks three times in rapid succession, can be followed with a special |
Best Air Liu Kang Combos
Inputs | Description |
|---|---|
1, 3, 4 | "Unstoppable" standard combo, high damage punch and two kicks |
2, 1, 2 | "New Future" standard combo, Liu Kang deals a few quick punches, can be followed with Cosmic Flame |
Liu Kang MK1 Fatalities & Brutalities
Liu Kang Brutalities in MK1
Brutalities can only be executed once unlocked through Character Mastery progression, whereas all Fatalities can be performed by players who are at the correct distance and input the correct commands. This guide will be continually updated as we venture through each character's Mastery tracks in Mortal Kombat 1.
Brutality Name | Inputs | Description |
|---|---|---|
The Klassic | D2, hold 2 | Decapitates opponent with a quick uppercut |
Bleeding Heart | Grab, press 3 three times | Liu Kang reaches into the opponent's chest and pulls out their heart |
Dancing Around | BF4, press 1 six times | Liu Kang bicycle kicks his opponent's body parts off, eventually kicking them in half |
Liu Kang Fatalities in MK1
Fatality Name | Inputs | Required Distance | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
Double Dragon | DFB4 | Close | Liu Kang lifts the opponent into the air with summoned dragons, kicks them in half, and crushes their head |
Black Hole | BFB3 | Close | Liu Kang teleports himself and the opponent into space and holds them near a Black Hole, so their flesh is ripped off slowly |
Mortal Kombat 1 is available for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
