Mortal Kombat: Blood & Thunder #1 (1994)

A violent and action-packed introduction to the Mortal Kombat comic series, this first issue follows the tournament’s legendary warriors as Earthrealm faces the looming threat of Outworld. Fan-favorite characters such as Liu Kang, Johnny Cage, Sonya Blade, Scorpion, and Sub-Zero collide in brutal battles that expand on the lore of the hit video game franchise.

Notable Creators

• Writer: Charles Marshall

• Artist: Hoang Nguyen

• Publisher: Malibu Comics

History & Lore
Released during the peak of Mortal Kombat’s popularity in the mid-1990s, Blood & Thunder #1 helped bring the franchise’s mythology to comics, offering deeper backstories and character interactions not seen in the games. The series is known for its dark tone, graphic violence, and faithful adaptation of the Mortal Kombat universe, making this debut issue a key starting point for fans and collectors alike.