Mortal Kombat Costume
Choose your fighter and recreate the ultimate martial arts tournament look.
Mortal Kombat is one of the most iconic fighting game franchises in history, famous for its martial arts action and legendary characters. People choose these costumes to embody powerful warriors like Scorpion, Sub-Zero, or Raiden for conventions and Halloween. The classic ninja look consists of a black base jumpsuit, a colored tabard, molded armor pieces, and a signature face mask.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $40–120
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What you need for a Mortal Kombat costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Mortal Kombat costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Black jumpsuit or compression gear
A form-fitting black long-sleeve shirt and matching black pants or leggings to serve as the base under-layer.
DIY: Use a black long-sleeve t-shirt and black sweatpants you already own.
Colored tabard or vest
A sleeveless, open-sided tunic draped over the shoulders, in bright yellow for Scorpion or deep blue for Sub-Zero.
DIY: Cut a long strip of yellow or blue felt, make a hole in the center for your head, and drape it over your shoulders.
Combat face mask
A structured, molded half-mask covering the nose and mouth, matching the color of the tabard.
DIY: Paint a plastic paintball mask or a black fabric face mask with yellow or blue acrylic paint.
Arm guards and gauntlets
Black or silver molded forearm guards that strap on over the sleeves.
DIY: Wrap black craft foam around your forearms and secure them with black elastic bands.
Shin guards and boot tops
Matching black or silver guards worn over the shins to complete the armored fighter look.
DIY: Use soccer shin guards painted black or wrapped in black fabric.
Utility belt
A wide black or pewter-colored belt worn over the tabard at the waist.
DIY: Use a thick black leather belt and attach painted cardboard plates to mimic armor.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Mortal Kombat costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the black compression shirt and matching black pants as your base layer.
- 2
Drape the colored tabard (yellow for Scorpion, blue for Sub-Zero) over your head so it hangs evenly in the front and back.
- 3
Fasten the wide utility belt around your waist over the tabard to secure it in place.
- 4
Slide the arm gauntlets onto your forearms and secure the straps.
- 5
Attach the shin guards over your shins, wearing them over black boots or athletic shoes.
- 6
Put on the signature molded half-mask, ensuring it fits securely over your nose and mouth.
Makeup & hair
Keep hair pulled back tightly in a ponytail or hidden under a black hood. For Scorpion, you can use white mesh costume contact lenses to recreate his undead specter eyes.
Mortal Kombat for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair Scorpion (yellow) and Sub-Zero (blue) for an iconic, rival-themed couples costume.
- group
- Assemble a full tournament roster including Raiden, Sonya Blade, Johnny Cage, and Kitana.
- kids
- A comfortable black jumpsuit with a lightweight fabric tabard and a soft foam mask for safety.
- Plus size
- Use a loose-fitting black tunic and pants as the base, with an adjustable tie-on tabard for a comfortable fit.
Tips
- Ensure your face mask is breathable and secure, especially if you plan on wearing it for long periods at a party.
- Wear comfortable black athletic shoes or boots, as fighting game characters require high mobility.
- Strike classic fighting game stances in photos, such as Scorpion's combat-ready crouch or Sub-Zero's ice-channeling pose.
Mortal Kombat costume FAQ
- What is the difference between a Scorpion and Sub-Zero costume?
- Scorpion wears a yellow tabard and mask, representing fire, while Sub-Zero wears a blue tabard and mask, representing ice. Their armor designs are otherwise very similar.
- How do I make a DIY Mortal Kombat mask?
- You can cut a basic template out of EVA craft foam, heat-shape it to fit your face, paint it yellow or blue, and attach an elastic strap to the back.
- Is a Mortal Kombat costume comfortable for walking around?
- Yes, because the base is made of athletic compression gear or sweatpants, it is highly flexible and comfortable for all-day wear.
Did you know? The iconic ninja costumes for Scorpion and Sub-Zero were originally created using simple color-swapping techniques in the original 1992 arcade game to save memory space.