Mortal Kombat 2 Leak Suggests Character Aligned with Series Traditions

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So, Mortal Kombat, right? It’s been around forever, like that old mixtape you can’t throw out. From video games — where it all began with blood and fire — to those campy 90s movies (oh, the nostalgia, don’t get me started), it’s been a wild ride. Warner Bros. is at it again, trying to make magic with the most recent film version. Honestly, not easy to pull off, but they’re giving it a solid go.

So, let’s chat about the 2021 movie, the one that’s the shiny new kid in town. It wasn’t Shakespeare, no way, but it had a vibe. You could sense that hidden gem potential. Despite critics being all whatever about it, WB hit us with a sequel. It’s coming this fall, with folks already buzzing after some early screenings. Seems like they’re liking it. Oh, and get this — leaks are making rounds that Cole Young, who didn’t really click with fans, might get kicked out early this time. Oops?

Cole Young, man. They brought him in, fresh-faced, in the 2021 flick. But he didn’t exactly light up the room, did he? It’s weird, though; Cole is nowhere in the promo stuff for the sequel. Like, zilch. Found that odd? I get it. But hey, a random Reddit guy claimed Cole’s out of the picture within 20 minutes of the new movie — just spilling the tea. And since he’s MIA in all the marketing, it kinda makes you wonder, doesn’t it?

Honestly, dropping Cole might just be the kind of fireworks the sequel needs. If Mortal Kombat is known for anything, it’s those over-the-top, jaw-dropping finishes. They could spin this as a clever nod to fans who weren’t too hot on Cole. Who knows, maybe they’ll pull a “leaves in round one, back in round two” kind of deal. It’s Mortal Kombat. Anything could happen.

Meanwhile, Johnny Cage is making his entrance in the sequel. Yup, the much-loved character is getting his spotlight moment. And guess what? Karl Urban’s stepping into his shoes. Hope he brings the sass and punches. October 24 — mark the calendar.

But Cole, even if he does go, might not be out for good. Weird twist of fate? Two characters confirmed coming back from the dead already. Maybe Cole will get his mulligan, possibly coming back, better plot, more oomph. Who can tell? Just gotta wait and see how it plays out.

Mortal Kombat holds a special place in gaming lore. If this sequel manages to fix the missteps of the first flick, we might be onto something epic. Until then, we’re all just hanging tight, waiting for the showdown.

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