Sheeva

Sheeva is a fictional character in the Mortal Kombat fighting game franchise developed by Midway Games and NetherRealm Studios. She is a Shokan, a four-armed humanoid race from the Outworld, and is depicted as a formidable warrior who at times holds leadership within the Shokan hierarchy.

Sheeva first appeared in Mortal Kombat II (1993) as a boss character and later became a playable fighter in various installments of the series. In gameplay, she uses her four arms to deliver rapid multi‑hit strikes and grappling maneuvers, making her a distinctive melee combatant with a focus on close-quarters combat.

In the lore of the series, Sheeva is often allied with Outworld rulers such as Shao Kahn, though loyalties and storylines can vary across different games. Her presence contributes to the franchise’s recurring emphasis on the Shokan as a powerful, multi-armed race within the Mortal Kombat universe.

Beyond the main games, Sheeva has appeared in other Mortal Kombat media, including comics and animated adaptations, helping to establish the Shokan as a recognizable and enduring element of the franchise.