Which Sub-Zero is Noob Saibot?

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Noob Saibot is the corrupted reborn identity of Bi-Han, the first Sub-Zero and elder brother of the present Sub-Zero, Kuai Liang. He was killed by Scorpion and later resurrected as Noob Saibot, a Netherrealm wraith and member of the Brotherhood of Shadow.

Introduction to Noob Saibot and Sub-Zero

Background of Noob Saibot

Noob Saibot’s transformation into a wraith rid him of his emotions, but his innate self-interest remained, driving him to serve various masters, including Shinnok and Quan Chi, while seeking to rule the Netherrealm himself.

Sub-Zero’s History

The Sub-Zero title has been held by two characters in the Mortal Kombat series: Bi-Han, the original Sub-Zero, and Kuai Liang, his younger brother, who took on the mantle after Bi-Han’s death.

Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

1. Is Noob Saibot the first Sub-Zero?: Yes, Noob Saibot was originally the first Sub-Zero, Bi-Han, who appeared in the first Mortal Kombat game.
2. Which Sub-Zero became Noob Saibot?: The first Sub-Zero, Bi-Han, became Noob Saibot after being killed by Scorpion and resurrected by Quan Chi.
3. Who is the second Sub-Zero?: The second Sub-Zero is Kuai Liang, the younger brother of Bi-Han, who took on the Sub-Zero mantle after Bi-Han’s death.

Noob Saibot’s Character

4. Is Noob Saibot a god?: No, Noob Saibot is an undead wraith from the Netherrealm, not a god, although he serves powerful beings like Shinnok.
5. Why is Noob Saibot evil?: Noob Saibot became evil after his resurrection, lacking empathy and committing heinous crimes for his masters’ ends.
6. How did Noob Saibot get his name?: Noob Saibot’s name comes from the creators’ last names, Boon and Tobias, spelled backward.

Relationships and History

7. Is Noob Saibot Sub-Zero’s brother?: Yes, Noob Saibot, originally Bi-Han, is the elder brother of Kuai Liang, the current Sub-Zero.
8. Who killed Scorpion’s family?: Quan Chi, impersonating the original Sub-Zero, killed Scorpion’s family and clan to manipulate Scorpion.
9. Which Sub-Zero killed Scorpion’s family?: It was Quan Chi in disguise as the original Sub-Zero, not the actual Sub-Zero, who killed Scorpion’s family.

Strength and Abilities

10. Is Noob Saibot stronger than Scorpion?: It’s a tie; while Noob Saibot has killed Goro and seeks to build an army of cyber demons, Scorpion is chosen by the Elder Gods as their defender of the realms.
11. Who has four arms in Mortal Kombat?: Goro, a Shokan from Outworld, has four arms due to his half-human, half-dragon heritage.

Mortal Kombat Universe

12. Why is Goro dead in MK11?: Goro was mortally wounded by Noob Saibot after being exhausted from battle.
13. Who gave Sub-Zero his scar?: Kano carved the mark into Sub-Zero’s face, as depicted in the official comic prequel for MKX.
14. Is Sub-Zero a good guy?: Originally, Sub-Zero (Bi-Han) was not necessarily a good guy, and his actions were driven by his duties as a Lin Kuei assassin. However, Kuai Liang, the current Sub-Zero, has shown more heroic traits.

Additional Characters

15. Who is the female Sub-Zero?: Frost is considered a female version of Sub-Zero and becomes the first female cyborg in the series and a member of the Lin Kuei in Mortal Kombat 11.