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This web series acts as a prelude to the 2013 film 'Mortal Kombat: Legacy'. It delves into the backstories and motivations of several key characters, including Sonya Blade, Johnny Cage, and Scorpion, explaining their paths leading up to the iconic Mortal Kombat tournament. Each episode focuses on different characters, building suspense and setting the stage for the epic battles to come.

Mortal Kombat: Legacy was met with a mixed to positive reception. Fans of the video game franchise generally appreciated the effort to create a more mature and darker tone, as well as the faithful adaptation of characters and their signature moves. However, some critics found the pacing inconsistent and the storylines occasionally underdeveloped due to the episodic web series format.

• Praised for its darker, more realistic take on the Mortal Kombat universe.
• Appreciated for its faithful characterizations and fight choreography.
• Criticized by some for its episodic nature and occasionally thin plotlines.

Google audience: Audience reception was generally positive, with many fans enjoying the gritty reboot and the focus on character origins. The fight sequences were often highlighted as a strong point, though the limited scope of a web series led to some wishing for more in-depth plot development.

The series was originally conceived as a fan film by director Kevin Tancharoen, who then pitched it to Warner Bros. as a way to show his vision for a modern Mortal Kombat adaptation.