Liu Kang is a fictional martial artist and one of the main protagonists of the Mortal Kombat video game franchise, created by Midway Games. He is typically depicted as a Shaolin monk and champion of Earthrealm, known for his flying kick and fireball attacks. The character has appeared in numerous Mortal Kombat games, films, animated series, and other media since the franchise's debut in 1992. In later storylines, Liu Kang takes on a god-like status, becoming the Fire God Liu Kang and eventually a keeper of time and history.