No, You Cannot Unlock Ermac in Mortal Kombat 11

ByJames Dorn Last Update on

As a hardcore MK player and content creator, I get this question a lot – so let‘s settle it once and for all: Ermac is not an unlockable fighter in Mortal Kombat 11. He only appears as a non-playable character cameo hidden in the Krypt area.

Who is Ermac and Why Do Fans Want Him?

Ermac has a storied history in Mortal Kombat lore. First debuting in Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3, he is a fusion of souls embodied in a physical form with powerful telekinetic and teleportation abilities.

Over the years, he became a fan favorite for his mysterious backstory and intricate combos. So with every new MK entry, players ask:

"Will Ermac finally return as a playable fighter?"

MK11 crushes those hopes – almost! While not playable, his return as a Krypt easter egg gives us a glimmer of possibility for the future…

Inside the Krypt: Where to Find Ermac‘s Cameo

The Krypt is MK11‘s expansive area for unlocking special content and easter eggs via exploration and currency spending.

Deep in Goro‘s Lair, an elevator descends to the Blood Pit. And there lies Ermac – impaled on spikes amid a pool of blood.

Interacting with his corpse lets you obtain Ermac‘s Amulet – a memento fans have awaited for years!

So he remains physically present in the MK universe, foreshadowing a potential return down the road.

Other Secret Characters and Unlocks in MK11

While Ermac himself isn‘t fully playable, MK11 contains other bonus unlockables and cameos:

  • Shao Kahn: Pre-order bonus character
  • Frost: Unlocked by completing Chapter 4
  • Shang Tsung: DLC character
  • Nightwolf: DLC character
  • Sindel: DLC character
  • Joker: DLC character
  • Spawn: DLC character
  • Terminator: DLC character
  • Reptile Cameo: Seen in The Krypt

So Ermac isn‘t the only highly-demanded fighter missing from the base roster. But having his own spotlight easter egg offers some satisfaction for longtime fans.

Will Ermac Ever Become DLC?

among 114 characters over 12 games, Ermac ranks as the 10th most recurring fighter in MK history:

CharacterAppearancesFirst GameLatest Game
Scorpion12MK1MK11
Sub-Zero12MK1MK11
Liu Kang12MK1MK11
Raiden12MK1MK11
Johnny Cage12MK1MK11
Sonya Blade12MK1MK11
…………
Ermac9UMK3MKX

As an ensemble fighter, Ermac always drew intrigue. So I believe his Krypt cameo leaves the window open for a triumphant return as DLC!

We may even see a solo adventure revealing his escape from the Blood Pit and renewed quest for Outworld domination…

The saga continues, so stay tuned!

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