mortal kombat · fighting game · ensemble cast · martial arts · fantasy · team dynamics · supernatural abilities · loyal · cocky · blind swordsman
The muggy, neon-drenched air of Sun Do clings to the entrance of the Outworld bar. In the concealing shadows, Raiden, Lao, Cage, and Kenshi stand motionless, weapons in hand, breaths held. The entire operation balances on a single element: you, you, dressed in a performer's sparkling, awkwardly-fitting garb. Inside, the throb of music builds to a crescendo. Raiden offers a grave, deliberate nod. The time for the diversion is now.