TikTokers are going viral reacting to and making memes out of a bizarre new Mortal Kombat animation. The animation, colloquially known as the High Risk High Reward Hole Animation, is inspiring a mix of funny reactions from viewers who aren't quite sure what to think of it. Here's what you need to know.

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What Is The 'High Risk High Reward Animation' Meme?

The High Risk High Reward animation was first posted online in March 2022. It was created by animator howlsfm, who is known for his lewd rule 34 animations of characters from various fandoms. In this animation, he takes on Mortal Kombat's Mileena, a sharp-toothed mutant.

The animation, which is decidedly more SFW than his usual work, shows Mileena's mouth drooling through a hole in the wall. From a POV perspective, a person hesitantly puts their finger in her mouth. She keeps it in her mouth for a moment and he pulls it out, ending the animation.

How Is The 'High Risk High Reward Animation' Used In Memes?

The animation remained relatively obscure online until 2023, when TikTokers began uploading memes referencing it. Some of the most popular memes attach a reaction to the video, often expressing shock or a comedic desire to experience it for themselves. These memes always inspired comments asking where the animation comes from.

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@poti1993 #duet with @fictofilia ♬ Holy Ghost (Legion Remix) – LEGION

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For the full history of the High Risk High Reward Animation, be sure to check out Know Your Meme's encyclopedia entry for more information.