There can only be one original on the Mortal Kombat women's roster.
When Mortal Kombat was first released, it had a very small fighting roster. You could only choose from a list of 7 characters. Noticeably, only 1 of those 7 was female.
That was Sonya Blade. The OG. The special forces GI Jane obsessed with bringing Kano to justice.
Her look has evolved drastically since the first Mortal Kombat hit arcades. Initially, she looked ready for a calisthenics class.
But now, she’s clearly a military leader. Cosplayers have all sorts of options when it comes to portraying Sonya Blade.
30- Sophie Letyago
Cosplay by Sophie Letyago
Sonya Blade famously takes no BS from anyone. She’s got orders (with a little vendetta mixed in) and you’re in her way!
29- Captain Irachka
Cosplay by Captain Irachka
By the time Mortal Kombat (2011) came out, Sonya was on a mission to rescue her partner Jax. Having been kidnapped by Outworlders before, she knew she had to save him from this fate.
28- Jessica Nigri
Cosplay by Jessica Nigri
Ya know, since things didn’t work out with Johnny Cage and all, doesn’t that make Sonya available? What are the chances?
27- Even Summer
Cosplay by Even Summer
Sonya endures her share of defeat in the MK tournaments, but she will never fail to get back up again.
26-Alicia Marie Body
Cosplay by Alicia Marie
Special Forces training keeps those abs tight, doesn’t it?
25- Malicious Cosplay
Cosplay by Malicious Cosplay
Sonya started out as a Liutenant and worked her way up to General while also saving the world more than once. This woman is badass incarnate.
24- Gabardin
Cosplay by Gabardin
The real question should be, how did Johnny Cage avoid that poisonous kiss?
23- Zadra
Cosplay by Zadra
We can all thank Sonya for convincing Earthrealm leadership to establish the Outworld Investigation Agency so we can stop being invaded by evil emperors. Thanks, Sonya!
22- Sophie Valentine
Cosplay by Sophie Valentine
Her outfit from Ultimate MK3 pulls double-duty. It’s perfect for a fight to the death or a vigorous aerobics routine.
21- AmmieChan
Cosplay by Ammie Cosplay
It’s funny how Sonya Blade spends most of her time in the Mortal Kombat tournaments rescuing one man or another. No wonder they made her General.
20- Heitha
Cosplay by Heitha
There is nothing more important than saving Earthrealm and destroying the criminal organization known as the Black Dragon.
19- Oksana Orova
Cosplay by Oksana Orova
Sonya Blade’s best line: I don't need an escort, and I'm sure as hell not your baby!
18- Fire Lily
Cosplay by Fire Lily Cosplay
With a name like “Blade”, it’s interesting that Sonya actually prefers hand-to-hand fighting and guns. Has she ever used a knife in battle? We may have to research this.
17- Nami Taicho
Cosplay by Nami Taicho
Sonya is very cold, but she obviously has a big heart. She’ll face all of Outworld to stick by her mottto, “no man left behind”.
16- CLeigh Cosplay
Cosplay by CLeigh Cosplay
Remember in Mortal Kombat Gold when Sonya sidestepped Jarek and he hurled himself off a cliff? She calmly pulled out her radio and talked to Jax like nothing happened. Good times.
15- Deanna Krahn
Cosplay by Danquish
You’d never know Sonya had Cassie with her perpetual washboard abs. And Cassie managed to follow right in her footsteps even though Sonya was too busy saving the world to be present.
14- SamiEggPower
Cosplay by SamiEggPower
Where exactly does Sonya’s ring blast power come from? Does anyone know?
13- Kory Ember
Cosplay by Kory Ember Cosplay
If the government had listened to Sonya and Jax when they first returned from Outworld, Mortal Kombat 3 didn’t have to happen. Just saying...
12- Franny Cosplay
Cosplay by Franny Cosplay
Sonya Blade definitely deserves whatever vacation she can get. We’re pretty sure she’ll still be armed in the bikini.
11- Snugzmeow
Cosplay by Snugzmeow
Yes. We definitely see why Johnny Cage never really got over Sonya Blade...
10- Blythe Brumleve
Cosplay by Blythe Brumleve
Who knew that trying to avenge a fallen partner would lead Sonya to saving the world? And of course, she eventually accomplished both goals.
9- Sarah D Spears
Cosplay by Sarah Spears
You have made a mistake if you think her beauty means she hasn’t already figured out how to kill you.
8- Toshiko
Cosplay by Toshiko Cosplay
Sonya Blade with a bandolier of bullets strapped across her torso made us forget who Rambo was.
7- WindyGirk
Cosplay by WindyGirk
Those dog tags must be the happiest dog tags in the world.
6- Middle Earth Barbie/ Cassie McD
Cosplay by Cassie McD
Sonya has to find Cyrax and Kenshi. She doesn’t have time to waste toying with you. Get out of the way!
5- DollK
Cosplay by DollK
Sonya Blade will never back down. She always has one more round in the chamber.
4- Rage Cosplay
Cosplay by Rage Cosplay
Whatever it is, we didn’t do it! Please don’t hurt us...
3-Dayna Baby Lou
Cosplay by Dayna Baby Lou
She can kick ass in sneakers, heels, or combat boots. And that’s the best thing about her.
2- Miss Hatred
Cosplay by Miss Hatred
Sonya’s looks at a challenger and says, “I guess I’ll have to do this the hard way.” That’s when you know you’re dead.
1- Sonikella
Cosplay by Sonikella Cosplay
Sonya is a warrior. She is an elite fighter, but she also has a little bit of magic tucked away for a rainy day.
