Outworld

About Outworld

Outworld's known history goes back millions of years and points at Onaga the Dragon King, as its first ruler. Though he would eventually be supplanted by Shao Kahn, they both shared the same visions of expanding Outworld by taking other realms by force. Unwittingly, both were being controlled by the echos of the One Being. Outworld is an empire that stretches out over numerous realms which have been magically annexed. Despite the despotism both emperors have displayed, Outworld is in a constant state of turmoil, more so under Shao Kahn than it was under Onaga. Outworld is a large realm of varying landscapes. Outworld's primary landscapes appear to consist of, mostly barren wastelands, deserts, pools of acid, dense forests with animated faces, and high, mysterious mountain peaks. Small villages are scattered throughout the landscape, and like Edenia, the realm teems with magic. Beyond the imperial palace, the great temple of the Dragon King and the city of Lei Chen, no real metropolis seem to exist on Outworld. Outworld also houses a brewery, specializing in creating 'Outworld Wine,' popularly drank by master Bo' Rai Cho. It's often rumored amongst many Outworld inhabitants that Earthrealm's rice wine 'puts Outworld Wine to shame'. Commuters also ride the Dragonfly, said to be the fastest form of transportation across the vast expanses of Outworld, aside from sorcery. There are many of these flying transports, each with its own set of destinations.

Native realm species

Due to Outworld's composite structure, not all races found on Outworld are truly native to it, but some have been there for so long they have virtually become natives.

Originally native

Cryomancers. Though now extinct, they used to be a race that lived in Outworld long ago. They resemble very pale humans and have a natural affinity with ice. A few scattered descendants of this race live onEarthrealm (such as the ninjas Sub-Zero and Frost). It is unclear why their race died out.

Outworlders. Like most inhabitants of the realms of Mortal Kombat, Outworlders look like humans, but they seem to have a greater talent for magic and longer life expectancy. All Outworlders seen so far resemble East Asian people of Earthrealm. Though they dislike their rulers, each of them have their own schemes to attain more power and influence. There are only four known Outworlders, they are Li Mei, Bo' Rai Cho, Reiko, and Shao Kahn. 

Originally non-native or of uncertain origin

Shokan, described as "half-human, half-dragon," are a humanoid race appearing as abnormally tall and muscular, with four arms and skin patterns, with some being reminiscent of felines. They are organized in terms of a clan-based monarchy. They are fierce warriors and hate the Centaurs.

Centaurs/Centaurians. Though largely resembling the mythical creatures of Earthrealm with the same name, this breed is more vicious, with scorpion-like tails and horns. They are renowned hunters and seem to do so in packs. Centaurs have been the natural born enemies of the Shokan for ages.

Vampires have been a part of Outworld since their realm was annexed by Shao Kahn. They possess the ability to travel in between realms and are excellent record-keepers. Contrary to other fictional vampires, they can move by daylight, but are highly allergic to Earth's sun. The realm Vaeternus, from which the vampires originated from was freed in 10 AMK by Nitara.

Zaterrans are a virtually extinct, reptilian race that was once governed by a matriarchy on the realm ofZaterra, though even that world was not their first home. Despite their great talents as hunters, spies or messengers and their ability to become invisible, they are branded as untrustworthy slaves.

Tarkatans, also known as Mutants or Nomads, are a nomadic, humanoid race feared for their extreme bouts of rage and primitive lifestyle. Tarkatans are a breed of Netherrealm demons and Outworlders. They have spikes on their head and elbows, and retractable blades on their forearms. They also possess sharp fangs and are notorious cannibals. Though originating from the Netherrealm, at some point they emigrated to Outworld, where they have remained since.

Edenians, originally from the realm of Edenia, became inhabitants of Outworld after losing 10 consecutive Mortal Kombat tournaments against Shao Kahn's militia. Biologically similar to other humanoids, Edenians are rumoured to be descended from the Gods themselves, explaining their extremely long lifespans, slow ageing process and natural affinity with aerial magics. Although many returned to the liberated Edenia following the failed invasion of Earthrealm, some Edenians remained in Outworld, having no or few recollections of their homerealm and unable to forge affinity for the place. Edenia is ruled in a diarchy by Queen Sindel and her daughter Kitana, with loyal native Jade commanding the Royal Knights. Edenian traitors and defectors include Rain, Tanya and Daegon.

Native

Outworlder: Bo' Rai Cho, Li Mei, Reiko, Shao Kahn.

Saurian: Chameleon, Khameleon, Reptile. (Though originally from Zaterra.)

Shokan: Goro, Kintaro, Sheeva.

Tarkata: Baraka.

Centaurian: Motaro.

Other: Ermac, Onaga, Mileena.

Foreign

Hotaru (Seido)

Kano (Earthrealm)

Nitara (Vaeternus)

Quan Chi (Netherrealm)

Red Dragon (Earthrealm)

Shang Tsung (Earthrealm)

Shujinko (Earthrealm)

Special Forces (Earthrealm)

Locations

Armory

Dragon Mountain

Dragon King's Temple

Falling Cliffs

Golden Desert

Hell's Foundry

Kuatan Palace

Lei Chen

Living Forest

Lost Bridge

Lost Tomb

Lower Mines

Lumbermill

Makeba

Outworld Spire

Portal

Sea of Blood

Soul Tombs

Sun Do

Wasteland of Outworld

Cobalt Mines of Shokan