Between pulling off complex combos, fatalities, and brutalities in Mortal Kombat X, it can be difficult readjusting to the real world. Fortunately, DC Comics is here to ease that transition with their excellent Mortal Kombat X comic book series. The digital-first series — written by Shawn Kittelsen and illustrated by Igor Vitorino, Oclair Albert, and Veronica Gandini — provides a bloody, violent, and consistently compelling story that bridges the gap between Mortal Kombat 9 and Mortal Kombat X. In the brand new chapter, released today, Outworld’s invasion intensifies, dragging Sonya Blade and Johnny Cage deeper into battle. Before you go snag today’s chapter, check out our exclusive preview of what’s in store.

Here’s the official synopsis:

“As the Shokan/Oni uprising rocks Outworld, Sonya Blade and Johnny Cage ally with Kotal Kahn in a bloody battle for the ages!”

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Mortal Kombat X Chapter 17 is available today.