Ashrah is a holy character in the Mortal Kombat lore known for stabbing enemies with a sword. Debuting first in Mortal Kombat: Deception, Ashrah was away from the franchise for a long time. With her back into the mix, we also witness the holy strength of Kriss – Datusha, the artifact sword she possesses. If you are curious about Ashrah in Mortal Kombat 1, follow this guide to learn her moves and combos to obtain the holy path to the top of the ladder here.
Mortal Kombat 1 Ashrah Moves
Before jumping into the guide, check our MK1 universal input guide for a better understanding. As Ashrah has a unique playstyle compared to many other MK1 characters, mastering the core and special moves early on is important. Below are all the best Mortal Kombat 1 Ashrah core and special moves:
Ashrah Core Moves
- Harmful Hack: F + 1
- Spinning Truth: B + 2
- Sinner Stab: F + 2
- Bleeding Blade: D + 2
- Short Stab: B + 3
- Soaring Demon: F + 3
- Toe Tap: B + 4
Ashrah Special Moves
- Summoning The Darkness: D, B, 1
- Invoking The Light: D, B, 1
- Hell’s Pillar: D, F, 1
- Heaven’s Beacon: D, F, 1
- Astral Projection: B, F, 2
- God’s Wrath: D, B, 2
- Light Ascension: D, F, 3
Best Mortal Kombat 1 Ashrah Combos
Once you learn the basic and special attacks, you can chain some of them for some crazy combos. But before going into the advanced combos, you can learn some basic ground combos to begin with. These will help you understand the character as you learn the button combinations.
Best Ashrah Ground Combos
- Raising Spirits: 2, 2, 3
- Dancing Blade: B + 2, 2
- Heaven’s Light: B + 3, 1
- Crown Cracker: F + 4, 2
- God’s Will: F + 4, 2, 3
Best Ashrah Air Combos
Although Ashrah has a similar set of air combos as the other MK1 characters, some are deadly. Being a holy warrior with wings gives Ashrah a special boost with the aerial attacks. Here are the best air combos you must try as Ashrah in MK1:
- Blessed Boot: FU + 2, 2, 3
- Bladed Flurry: FU + 2, 2
- Kritical Kriss: FU + 1, 2, 2
- Soul Punch: FU + 1, 2
- Kriss Push: FU + 2, 1
Best Advanced Ashrah Combos
- Bread N Butter: 21, DF1, F2, BF2
- Corner Combo: F42, DF3 EX, J2, F43, DF3 EX, J223
- Kameo Combos (Scorpion): 1+3, KA, F2, DF3 EX, J122, BF2
- Kameo Extended: 21, DF1, F2, DF3, KA, J122, BF2
These are the best moves and combos for Mortal Kombat 1 Ashrah. Which combo will you be using from our Ashrah moves and combos guide in Mortal Kombat 1? Tell us in the comments below.
Both Sonya and Stryker are great as a Kameo for Ashrah as they provide enough assist to continue the heavy attacks. You can also try Scorpion with Ashrah for some extended quick combos.
