Mortal Kombat 1 has some mainstays in its roster, and that includes everyone’s favorite Edenian princess, Kitana. In the right hands, she can be a dominating force that will make anyone hesitate in how to approach her. From her moves list to some general pointers, this guide will go over how to play Kitana in MK1.

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Mortal Kombat 1 Kitana Guide: Moves List and How to Play

  • Basic Attacks
  • Aerial Attacks
  • Throws
  • Special Moves
  • Fatal Blow
  • Fatalities
  • Brutalities
  • How to Play Tips

MK1 Kitana Moves List

Before we map out the MK1 Kitana move list, let’s break down the general notations. We’ll be using the number system that members of the community have long used for Mortal Kombat games.

NotationCommandPlayStation InputsXbox InputsNintendo Switch Inputs1Front PunchSquareXY2Back PunchTriangleYX3Front KickCrossAB4Back KickCircleBA

Kitana Basic Attacks

Move NameInputsSide Slice1Limitless1, 1Rising Up1, 1, 2Wind Damage1, 4Fancy StrikeBack+1Who Runs The WorldBack+1, 4Royal BowForward+1Twisted EdenianForward+1, 2Side SwipeDown+1Rising Fan2Step Off2, 4The Comeback2, 4, 1, 2Unbreakable2, 4, 2Step N’ StabBack+2Heavy Is The KrownBack+2, 4Tantalizing TwirlDown+2High Heel3Knee CheckBack+3Finishing TouchBack+3, 3Booty BumpBack+3, 4SImple KommandBack+3, 4, 3Stiletto StrikleDown+3Pretty Kick4Edenian Dance4, Forward+3, 3Head Over Heels4, Forward+3, 3, 4Sweeping FanBack+4Heel SpinDown+4

Kitana Aerial Attacks

Move NameInputsStraight StabForwardUp+1Quick KutForwardUp+1, 1Tail SpinForwardUp+1, 1, 2Fanning OutForwardUp+2Fan SlamForwardUp+2, 1Toe TapForwardUp+3 or ForwardUp+4Flipping OutForwardUp+3, 4

Kitana Throws

Move NameInputsShoveForward+L1/LB or Forward+1+3Talk To The FanL1/LB or 1+3

Kitana Special Moves

Move NameInputsFan TossBack, Forward, 1Enhanced Fan TossBack, Forward, 1+R2/RT(Close) Enhanced Fan TossBack, Forward, 1+R2/RT, Back(Far) Enhanced Fan TossBack, Forward, 1+R2/RT, Forward(Air) Fan TossBack, Forward, 1Fan-NadoDown, Back, 1Enhanced Fan-NadoDown, Back, 1+R2/RT(Close) Fan-NadoDown, Back, 1, Back(Close) Enhanced Fan-NadoDown, Back, 1+R2/RT, Back(Far) Fan-NadoDown, Back, 1, Forward(Far) Enhanced Fan-NadoDown, Back, 1+R2/RT, Forward(Air) Fan-NadoDown, Back, 1(Air) (Close) Fan-NadoDown, Back, 1, Back(Air) (Far) Fan-NadoDown, Back, 1, ForwardPrincess PirouetteDown, Forward, 2Enhanced Princess PirouetteDown, Forward, 2+R2/RTSquare WaveDown, Back, 2Enhanced Square WaveDown, Back, 2+R2/RT(Air) Square WaveDown, Back, 2(Air) Enhanced Square WaveDown, Back, 2+R2/RTWind BombBack, Down, Forward, 4(Close) Wind BombBack, Down, Forward, 4, Back(Far) Wind BombBack, Down, Forward, 4, Forward(Very Far) Wind BombBack, Down, Forward, 4, Up

Kitana Fatal Blow

Move NameInputsStepping UpL2+R2/LT+RT

Kitana Fatalities

Move NameInputsRoyal BlenderDown, Forward, Down, 4

Kitana Brutalities

Move NameInputsThe KlassicDown+2

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How to Play Kitana in Mortal Kombat 1

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If you’re looking for a fighter to control screen space and make your opponent feel as if nowhere is safe, you’re looking at the perfect character. These are some things to keep in mind when learning how to play Kitana in Mortal Kombat 1.

  • The Comeback is a strong combo starter for her when it’s canceled into a special.
  • Heavy Is The Krown is a notable follow-up to a decent-ranged poke that leaves the opponent up in the air and waiting to eat a combo from her specials.
  • Her space control begins with the Fan Toss projectile, which can be used on the ground, in the air, or enhanced to control where they land and pop your enemy up.
  • Those looking for a non-enhanced move to launch people up with during combos will find solace with Fan-Nado.
  • Square Wave is a launching kick that can also be used to sail over the opponent’s head if you want to reposition.
  • Wind Bomb is her sole trap move that will make your opponent reconsider approaching on foot.

This Mortal Kombat 1 Kitana guide should help you feel more prepared to dish out Edenian damage. Once we get our hands on this fighter again, we’ll update this guide with any additional moves and tips we discover. If you just want a central location to learn all of their violent finishers, our MK1 Fatalities List can help. Check out our other MK1 guides covering unlocks, movelists, and more.

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