Syzoth, more commonly referred to as Reptile, is a character in the Mortal Kombat fighting game series. A humanoid-reptilian from the realm of Zaterra, Reptile has remained one of the most recognized character in the series. He has served as a neutral and antagonistic character throughout his appearances, often siding with many other Outworld characters while staying loyal to Shang Tsung. But now in the New Era, he becomes a friend to Earthrealm's heroes & a love interest of Ashrah. Reptile made his debut as one of the few original characters in the first Mortal Kombat game, appearing as an unplayable secret character, the first secret character in fighting game history. He would make his playable debut in Mortal Kombat II. A new version of Reptile appears in Mortal Kombat 1 as a playable character while serving as a supporting character in the game's Story Mode.