Iconography is the study of symbols depicted in a work of art. Traditionally, these symbols derive from a readily recognizable, common currency of cultural or religious experience. For instance, in Western culture, a cross is a familiar shorthand symbol for Christianity and an obelisk is a generally understood emblem of dominance.
Shujinko made his debut in Mortal Kombat: Deception as the game's main hero. He is an adventurer who, as a boy, dreamed of fighting Shang Tsung. He has roamed the various realms and studied with many renowned teachers.
The game centers upon a lovesick schoolgirl named 'Ayano Aishi', and better known as 'Yandere-chan' after the Japanese term yandere, who has taken it upon herself to eliminate anyone she believes is monopolizing her crush's attention.