Cole Young is a struggling MMA fighter haunted by his past and unaware of his true potential. Marked from birth with a mysterious dragon symbol, he's hunted by Sub-Zero, a cryomancer from Outworld. Drawn into a conflict between Earthrealm and Outworld, Cole learns of his lineage and destiny to fight alongside Earthrealm's champions in Mortal Kombat. Though initially lacking special abilities, he possesses an unwavering fighting spirit and discovers his latent power to manifest armor, making him a crucial player in the fight against Outworld's forces.
