Mortal Kombat 1 Characters: 7 Hardest Characters to Master

There are 23 playable Mortal Kombat 1 characters, which is a figure that’s bound to increase via DLCs. To that end, these fighters are unique so their combos are executed at different paces. This makes the learning curve for each character fast or slow, so you need to experiment until you find combos that fit your playstyle. 

Thankfully, the risk-to-reward ratio of mastering the combos of tough fighters is incredibly satisfying. So, gamers at Player.me fought other players online using Havik, Ashrah, Geras, Kenshi, Sindel, Rain, and Shang Tsung; Only seasoned players should give them a try.

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7 Mortal Kombat 1 Characters that Are Hard to Master

Some Mortal Kombat 1 characters are harder to master than others because of their distinct powers and abilities. So, combining moves in the right order is tricky, especially when you’re using a time-bending fanatic like Geras in online matches. To avoid defeat in those matches, forget about mercies and fatalities, just practise combos and special moves first.

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#1: Geras

If the Prince of Persia ever fought in the Mortal Kombat, Geras would essentially be the equivalent. He can bend time with magic sand, so you won’t know head from tail until you try him out. Geras was constructed by Kronika, a former Keeper of Time who went mad while attempting to balance good and evil. However, she was eventually defeated after restarting the timeline several times.

Fortunately, the reward for mastering Geras is immense because you become unpredictable. Fighting against you becomes delicate, requiring even the most seasoned players to focus. It’s a popular fact among players that Geras is the most difficult Mortal Kombat 1 character to master.

#2: Shang Tsung

Shang Tsung is the first Mortal Kombat 1 character that the DLC introduced to the game. He’s an evil wizard and manipulator who can harvest souls and the powers buried inside them. So, let’s say he acquires Sub-Zero’s soul; He can shapeshift into him and then use ice-based powers like Sub-Zero. Now, what happens when he shapeshifts into other fighters? 

Shang Tsung has two forms to master, so just picture being on the receiving end of his blows. Many players have fought multiple times to learn his moves and then punished him accordingly. As the one controlling him, keeping up with the various commands for his move sets is difficult.

#4: Kenshi

Kenshi is a blind swordsman with a compelling backstory and a son who is playable in older Mortal Kombat games. He’s a memorable fighter because he uses psychic powers in combination with his sword and martial arts to crush enemies. Thankfully, he’s one of those Mortal Kombat 1 characters whose steep learning curve is worth the hassle. 

You can approach combat from any distance with his plethora of ancestral abilities. Besides that, Kenshi is agile and has a move set that only a psychic swordsman can use. To get a taste of Kenshi at his best, try to match up against a Kenshi user in online games. He’s simply overwhelming in combat. 

#4: Ashrah

Ashrah is a good-hearted demon who doesn’t wish to torment humans and other innocents. Instead, she attempts to garner heaven’s sympathy and goodwill by doing good for people. Despite her efforts, trouble seems attracted to her and she is forced to use her demonic powers in combat. Yes, she has a great backstory but her combos are usually underwhelming compared to other fighters.

For one, Ashrah isn’t as powerful as other Mortal Kombat 1 characters such as Scorpion and Shang Tsung. So, you have to enter more inputs to deal decent damage, making her combos long-winded and repetitive. However, if you’re seeking a new challenge or you’re holding back, she’s worth a long look to analyse her combos. 

#5: Rain

Rain is a water bender who uses a staff to manipulate all the water in his environment. Heck, he can even conjure water from thin air, so he impresses in medium-range combat the most. To that end, if you can use Sub-Zero, just picture a character that’s twice as difficult to use. This is because it’s difficult to find a Kameo that matches Rain’s playstyle and combos.

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So, testing his combos is the first step to mastering his moves and abilities. He is complex and his combos are full of gaps for opponents to exploit. If you play as Rain in online matches without practice, you will get schooled. Thus, practice makes perfect. 

#6: Sindel

Sindel doesn’t only bark; She bites too. For example, she can use sound waves from screaming to absolutely decimate the battlefield. Another feat of hers is magically controlling her hair to murder opponents. She can make it as tough as steel to immobilise opponents or sharpen its edges to dice up enemies. She’s never boring in fights, though her retorts are sometimes too sexual.

Having mentioned these points, Sindel’s move sets are difficult to understand unless you fight the AI to understand her combos. The harder the mode, the more you’ll learn about her combos and potential so you’ll need to entertain some losses. Yes, her fatalities and brutalities are similarly difficult to pull off. 

#7: Havik

Havik might not look cool but he fits Mortal Kombat’s lore so we just had to give him a try. He’s capable of ripping enemies apart so you know he’s a close-range fighter. Besides, he has regenerative powers and, thus, endless stamina, making him a popular choice in online matches. Nevertheless, only seasoned players who have mastered his special moves can enjoy Havik’s fighting prowess.

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Our Final Say: Steer Clear of Ashrah

This is a list of the most difficult Mortal Kombat 1 characters to master. For the most part, the fighters on the list are worth their weight in gold, except for Ashrah. Her combos are too long to remember, so we recommend that new players stay away from her. Seasoned Mortal Kombat 1 characters should give her a try.