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Mortal Kombat 1

Part 9

Explore advanced combos for Cyrax and Jax in Mortal Kombat 1, including the powerful Bomb, Roundhouse, Bomb, Uppercut and Bomb, Uppercut, Bomb, Uppercut strategies. Learn Jax's special moves and character overview.

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Explore advanced combos for Cyrax and Jax in Mortal Kombat 1, including the powerful Bomb, Roundhouse, Bomb, Uppercut and Bomb, Uppercut, Bomb, Uppercut strategies. Learn Jax's special moves and character overview.

Cyrax Combos:

  1. Bomb, Roundhouse, Bomb, Uppercut: Requires opponent in the corner. Drop two bombs under them with precise timing, then Roundhouse them into the second bomb, followed by an Uppercut. This combo is very powerful but difficult to execute.
  2. Bomb, Uppercut, Bomb, Uppercut: A highly damaging combo for Cyrax. Drop two bombs under the opponent, then Uppercut them as they are launched by the first bomb, and repeat with the second bomb. This is one of the hardest combos in the game.

Secret Finishing Move Setup: Drop your Far Bomb just before your opponent falls during your Winning Pose. This can cause the opponent to fly onto you after the explosion, creating a unique visual.

Jax Character Overview:

  • Strengths: Jax has the most special moves and a 13-hit combo. He can deal significant damage (up to 54% with a stun) if opponents are cornered. His Rockets and Quad Slams are safe moves. He excels at close range and can counter many attacks.
  • Weaknesses: His Running Punch and Earthquake Punch leave him vulnerable if blocked or dodged. His special moves are generally easy to dodge, and he struggles against characters with teleports if played at range.
  • Strategy: Get close and use throws or combos. If at range, use Rockets. He should primarily fight up close due to his strength.

Jax Special Moves:

  • 1 Rocket: B, F, HP
  • 2 Rocket: F, F, B, B, HP
  • Running Punch: F, F, HK
  • Grab & Punch: F, F, LP (tap LP for more hits)
  • Quad Slams: LP (requires close range; tap LP for more slams)
  • Backbreaker: BLK in air
  • Earthquake Punch: Hold LK for 3 seconds then release (unblockable)

Jax Story: Jax, preparing for Shao Kahn's menace, outfits his arms with bionic implants to ensure victory.

Jax Appearance:

  • Beginning Pose: One fist by his head, the other by his leg.
  • Winning Pose: Jax flexes his muscles.
  • Regular Color: Purple and black pants.
  • 2nd Color: Green and black.

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