Earth’s greatest warriors are summoned to the mysterious Mortal Kombat tournament, where the fate of the realm will be decided. Raiden, the Thunder God, selects champions including Liu Kang, Sonya Blade, Johnny Cage, and Kano, each with their own agendas and rivalries. As the fighters gather on Shang Tsung’s island, tensions erupt and alliances are tested. The first issue sets the stage for the brutal competition, weaving together martial arts action, supernatural stakes, and the dark legend of Goro, the Shokan warrior who defends Outworld’s dominance.