Mortal Kombat’s Raiden through the years

Scorpion and Sub-Zero are clearly among the two most recognized characters in the Mortal Kombat world. But there's another constant staple in Netherrealm's long-running fighting game and that's the God of Thunder, Raiden. Not only is he at the center of the main struggle between Earth and the forces of Outworld, but he's also a whole lot of fun to play with. Shacknews takes an electrifying look at one of the franchises most iconic characters.