Kano (Mortal Kombat)

Kano is a fictional character in the Mortal Kombat fighting game franchise created by Ed Boon and John Tobias. He first appeared in the original Mortal Kombat arcade game in 1992.

Kano is depicted as a cynical, ruthless, and opportunistic mercenary and arms dealer, often affiliated with the criminal underworld. He is the leader of the Black Dragon criminal organization, a group of international arms dealers and thugs. His defining physical characteristic is a cybernetic metal faceplate with a glowing red eye, resulting from injuries sustained in a confrontation with Special Forces officer Sonya Blade.

Within the Mortal Kombat storyline, Kano is a primary antagonist, often working against the heroes of Earthrealm and aligned with villainous forces such as Outworld's Shao Kahn. He is frequently portrayed as Sonya Blade's nemesis, and their conflict is a recurring element throughout the series.

Kano's fighting style typically incorporates a combination of martial arts and cybernetic enhancements, including laser eye beams and bladed weaponry. He is known for his brutal and pragmatic approach to combat, often employing underhanded tactics.

Throughout the Mortal Kombat series, Kano has undergone various redesigns and character developments, but his core traits as a criminal, mercenary, and antagonist have remained consistent. He has appeared in numerous Mortal Kombat games, animated series, films, and comic books.