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| Sub-Zero | |
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| Mortal Kombat character | |
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| First game | Mortal Kombat (1992) |
| Created by | Ed Boon John Tobias |
| Designed by | John Tobias (MK—MK4) Allan Ditzig (MK:DA) Luis Mangubat (MK:D) |
| Portrayed by | Various
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| Voiced by | Various
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| Motion capture | Various
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| In-universe information | |
| Origin | China[6] |
| Nationality | Chinese |
Sub-Zero is a fictional character in the Mortal Kombat fighting game franchise by Midway Games and NetherRealm Studios. A warrior from the fictional Lin Kuei clan, the character is defined by his ability to control ice in many forms. He is the only fighter to appear in every main installment of the series, along with being featured as the protagonist of the action-adventure spin-off Mortal Kombat Mythologies: Sub-Zero (1997).
In the games, the mantle of Sub-Zero is used by brothers Bi-Han (Chinese: 避寒; pinyin: Bì Hán) and Kuai Liang (Chinese: 奎凉; pinyin: Kúi Liáng). Bi-Han debuted as Sub-Zero in the original 1992 game before appearing in subsequent installments as Noob Saibot. Kuai Liang took over the role in Mortal Kombat II (1993) and served as the franchise's main Sub-Zero up to Mortal Kombat 11 (2019). Bi-Han returned as Sub-Zero in Mortal Kombat 1 (2023), while Kuai Liang was re-established as the new Scorpion. The brothers possess contrasting personalities, with Bi-Han depicted as an anti-hero and villain, and Kuai Lang depicted as a noble hero.
One of the Mortal Kombat franchise's signature characters, Sub-Zero has appeared in various related media outside of the games. He has received acclaim for his appearance, abilities, and Fatality finishing moves.
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