In Mortal Kombat 11, Kronika is the Keeper of Time and mother to some of the most powerful beings in the series, such as Cetrion and Shinnok. However, if you've fought her in the game, you may know her as The Queen of Rage Quits.

With plenty of powerful attacks at her disposal, which she is not above spamming the heck out of, Kronika is a formidable opponent. However, she is not unstoppable. Many players have developed unique methods for taking Kronika down. Here's one way you can successfully approach this battle.

Updated November 1, 2023, by Chris Sanfilippo: Our latest update adds a new Kronika Boss Fight video demonstrating the tactics listed in our guide below. Now you can witness firsthand how to take down The Keeper Of Time!

Keep Kronika In Close Range To Avoid Harmful Projectiles

One of Kronika's most dangerous attributes is her numerous damaging projectiles. For example, her Time Sphere ability can serve as a projectile attack or an energy beam that reaches across the stage.

If the Time Sphere's energy beam pierces you, your character will revert several frames and take damage. It's a terrifying trap, for sure.

So, what should you do? Playing defensively may feel instinctual. But Kronika applies heavy pressure on cautious foes. She uses this pressure to keep her opponents at shooting distance. Instead, get up close and personal.

Another one of Kronika's skills is her ability to teleport. She usually does this after every few attacks. Therefore, stay alert and pay attention to Kornika's whereabouts. Furthermore, use attacks with block advantage to avoid giving Kronika enough time to teleport and attack from behind.

Use Normal Attacks To Deal The Most Damage

Kronika has plenty of immunities. For instance, she is immune to equipment augments, throws, juggling kombos, fatal blows, and krushing blows. You won't get anywhere if you try to show off your flashiest moves. On the contrary, when it comes to Kronika, basic attacks are best.

So, what are some options worth using? Basic kombos are great to start. A kombo mixing low, medium, high, and overhead attacks is even better. While you should mostly avoid special moves, you can add them to the end of a kombo chain for a strong finish.

Save The Fancy Stuff For Kronika's Cronies

Another hurdle you'll have to face while battling Kronika is her army of kombatants from other timelines. After damaging Kronika enough (33 percent and 66 percent in the Klassic Towers. 50 percent in Story Mode), she'll leave the stage, and a random fighter will appear.

Luckily, these fighters have significantly lowered vitality. But they can take out plenty of your health bar when left unchecked. In this case, you'll become quick work once Kronika returns. You need to blow through these opponents as quickly as possible.

To defeat the kombatants quickly, use the attacks and skills you couldn't use against Kronika. Work in some amplified special moves, krushing blows, and fatal blows. You'll get through these underlings quickly and then finish Kronika off!

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