The tournament begins as Raiden summons his allies, and Shang Tsung arrives with his.

As Raiden informs the Earthrealm warriors what to expect, Kenshi remembers his battle for the Sword of Sento against the demon Ermac.

In Feudal Japan, Hanzo and Bi Han try to settle the age-old feud between their two clans, despite the efforts of Bi Han's resentful brother Kuai Lang.

Sub Zero discovers too late that his childhood friend Hanzo holds him responsible for the death of his family and his village.