NetherRealm Studio's Mortal Kombat is famous for its gory kills and brutality, but it is equally renowned for having some of the sexiest characters in gaming history. Be it man, woman or monstrous deity from outer space, Mortal Kombat features a cast of beautiful characters and grotesque monsters, fighting side-by-side until they tear each other apart.

Undeniably a few characters come across as extraordinarily alluring and beautiful. While some fans might find characters like Meat or Onaga attractive, these five characters are individuals that just about every fan can agree is pretty gorgeous.

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Jax

Appearing first in Mortal Kombat II, Jax radiates charm and strength in every scene he's in. On the one hand, Jax is one of the physically strongest looking characters, defined by his chiseled body and mechanical augmentations. However, even though two of Jax's limbs are entirely artificial, there is no denying that his sheer charm and charisma is enough to sway anyone over who stays in his presence for very long.

Add to that Jax's penchant for revealing attire, unless he's wearing one of his colorful alternate costumes, such as him in plaid and overalls. What makes Jax more appealing, however, is that despite him being such a masculine character, he also is kind-hearted, as seen with his friendship with Sonya. This gives Jax major points.

Sonya Blade

Sonya is one of the original Mortal Kombat heroes, being the first female character to appear all the way back in the original game. For many players, she was one of the first sexy women they could play in a game who could also snap their necks between her thighs. Sonya comes with two major features: a pure, confident attitude and a powerful physique.

Sonya is often hailed, especially among male-dominated publications, as one of the original video game "babes," but monikers like this fail to relay why Sonya is so extraordinary a character. She isn't just beautiful physically. The real source of her sex appeal is her confidence and determination in all her pursuits. There is a reason Sonya has appeared in almost every game in the franchise. Also, her design is based on Cynthia Rothrock, one of the original action stars of the 80s.

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Kitana

Kitana is one of the core protagonists of the Mortal Kombat franchise. She's a complex character who struggles with her legacy and relationships with Sindel, her mother, and Shao Kahn, her "adoptive" father. However, Kitana's complicated and fascinating story isn't why she is on this list. Instead, she's here because she's a powerful woman who also happens to look downright beautiful.

There is a problem when discussing Kitana's sex appeal and conflating Asian fetishism. It is essential to disentangle this from why Kitana is beautiful. Objectively, Kitana is a beautiful woman, simultaneously assertive and kind. However, early on, Kitana was a stereotype of Asian characters, embodying many of the stereotypes of Asian women in media. As time has passed, the character has evolved into her present form, which has resulted in a more complete -- and more alluring -- character overall.

Cassie Cage

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Johnny Cage is a character defined by ego. His daughter certainly inherited this quality, then mixed it with sass, hot-headedness, and badassery. Cassie embraces social media and Millennial attitudes, intermingling that energy with the very same determination and morality her mother embodied. As such, Cassie Cage is one of the most beautiful new characters in Mortal Kombat.

What helps is that, unlike her father, Cassie's cocky attitude is balanced by genuine morality and respect for those around her. She earned her military rank despite her insecurities, proving to herself that, yes, she deserved what she achieved throughout Mortal Kombat 11's story mode. That triumph over insecurity adds up to create a fascinating character.

Sub-Zero (Kuai Liang)

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The second Sub-Zero, appearing first in Mortal Kombat II, is the sexiest character in the franchise. Kuai Liang is an honorable hero, determined to utilize his strength and cool-as-ice abilities to overcome any adversary his way. His various costumes highlight his strength and grace. While he wears more clothing than most of the other characters on this list, what Sub-Zero does show off are his incredible arms.

Of course, there is something inherently dangerous about all the Mortal Kombat characters. However, Liang's unrelenting ice powers are at once a protective and dangerous component to any intimacy with Sub-Zero. This makes him an inherently fascinating character, as well as one that inspires just a bit of fear. This is a perfect combination for a sexy Mortal Kombat character.

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