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.

Kung Lao discovers that Liu is now working for Shang Tsung and Outworld, and refuses to fight his friend... who has already defeated Johnny and Stryker.