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The Mortal Kombat characters became Revenants through a process that involves the manipulation of their souls by the Netherrealm sorcerer Quan Chi, who would resurrect them as undead beings with the primary goal of doing his bidding. This transformation typically occurred after they had been killed, with Quan Chi using his dark magic to bring them back as Revenants, bound to serve him and often fueled by a desire for revenge or a twisted sense of purpose, as seen in the cases of Liu Kang, Scorpion, and Sub-Zero.

Understanding the Concept of Revenants

The concept of Revenants in Mortal Kombat is centered around characters who have been brought back from the dead, often with their souls trapped or manipulated by dark forces. These characters, once revived, become servants of Quan Chi or other powerful beings, losing their free will and becoming Revenants with enhanced abilities and strengths but also with a twisted and often malevolent purpose.

The Transformation Process

The Role of Quan Chi

Quan Chi plays a pivotal role in the transformation of Mortal Kombat characters into Revenants. His mastery of dark magic allows him to manipulate the souls of the deceased, bringing them back as powerful, undead warriors. This process is not just a simple resurrection; it involves a corruption of the soul, turning the characters into servants of Quan Chi with a singular focus on fulfilling his commands, often at the expense of their former identities and alliances.

The Impact on Characters

The transformation into a Revenant significantly alters the character’s personality, abilities, and role within the Mortal Kombat universe. Characters like Liu Kang, once a hero of Earthrealm, become villains driven by a desire for power or revenge. This change is not just superficial; it reflects a deep corruption of their soul, making them almost unrecognizable from their former selves.

FAQs

How did Liu Kang turn into a Revenant? Liu Kang was turned into a Revenant after his death, when his body was taken by Quan Chi, who resurrected him as an undead warrior under his control.
How did Scorpion become a Revenant? Scorpion, or Hanzo Hasashi, was killed and his soul was claimed by Quan Chi, who brought him back as a Revenant to seek revenge against those who killed him and his family.
Who are the Revenants in Mortal Kombat X? The playable Revenants in Mortal Kombat X include Liu Kang, Kung Lao, Kitana, Jax, and Sub-Zero, though Jax and Sub-Zero are later restored to their human forms.
Why is Sub-Zero a Revenant? Sub-Zero was resurrected as a Revenant by Quan Chi after being killed, and was used as a servant in the Netherrealm.
How is Noob Saibot related to Sub-Zero? Noob Saibot is the original Sub-Zero, Bi-Han, who was killed by Scorpion and later became a Revenant under the name Noob Saibot.
Is Sindel a Revenant? Yes, Sindel is a Revenant who seeks revenge against those responsible for her death, particularly Nightwolf.
Who originally killed Scorpion? Scorpion was originally killed by the first Sub-Zero, Bi-Han.
Is Sub-Zero a good guy? The portrayal of Sub-Zero as good or evil depends on the iteration and the brother in question. The current Sub-Zero, Kuai Liang, is generally considered a hero.
Why did Liu Kang become evil? Liu Kang became evil after being resurrected as a Revenant by Quan Chi, losing his free will and becoming a servant of the Netherrealm.
Who brought Liu Kang back to life? Liu Kang was revived by Raiden in Mortal Kombat: Deception, but his soul was later manipulated by Quan Chi, turning him into a Revenant.
How did Liu Kang stop being a Revenant? Liu Kang stopped being a Revenant when he was merged with his past self and Raiden, transforming into the Fire God Liu Kang.
Why are Liu Kang and Kitana evil? Liu Kang and Kitana became evil after being turned into Revenants by Quan Chi, losing their original identities and becoming servants of the Netherrealm.
Why did Raiden become evil? Raiden became furious with the inhabitants of Earthrealm and decided to take matters into his own hands, leading to a darker path.
Is Sub-Zero now Scorpion? No, Sub-Zero and Scorpion are distinct characters, though they have evolved over the series. Scorpion‘s true name is Hanzo Hasashi, and he and Sub-Zero (Kuai Liang) are now brothers in the Mortal Kombat lore.
How old is Liu Kang in human years? Liu Kang was 24 in 1992, which would make him around 55 years old at present, though his age and appearance are affected by his status as a Mortal Kombat character and his transformations throughout the series.