Cassie Cage, The Lethal Blonde (Award Winning Gardens)

Some time after the Netherrealm War, Johnny Cage and Sonya Blade got married and had a daughter, Cassie. However, Sonya’s perceived prioritization of work over her own family led them to divorce, much to Cassie’s sadness. Being the daughter of a high-earning Hollywood actor, Cassie was somewhat spoiled, although her attitude changed after she was kidnapped by the Black Dragon. This experience convinced her to join the Special Forces, where she would be trained by both of her parents in combat. Inheriting the charisma and cocky wit of her father and the stern, tough as nails attitude of her mother, Cassie quickly rose through the ranks to become team leader and, eventually, sergeant. She managed to defeat the fallen Elder God Shinnok single-handedly, even in his full demonic form, and eventually attained the rank of commander. Initially, Cassie harbored deep insecurities, fearing that she might not be able to live up to her parents’ legacy and expectations, especially her mother’s