Goro will defeat Liu Kang

[Inmorbium]

If Earth Realm were to fail in the first Mortal Kombat on Earth, it may be possible to declare a rematch tournament, according to the rules of Mortal Kombat. This is was why there was a second tournament in Outworld that would "decide the fate of Earth Realm" in Mortal Kombat 2; because Shao Kahn demanded a rematch tournament after Goro lost.

They had to go to the Outworld tournament because you cannot turn down an MK invitation, or else you automatically lose your realm.
Plus, they were planning to trap Earth's warriors in Outworld (should they win or lose) where they would meet their doom by Kahn himself.

I know your point, but there's the "10 MK straight victories" factor.

Shao Kahn and Raiden are possibly close in power, if not equal. In any case, all confrontations with Raiden were in Outworld, thus the possibility that Raiden's Godlike powers were limited. Also, during Armageddon, I think it was because he already absorbed the power of Blaze.

Shao Kahn is indeed powerful, but he's no god. But yes, there's Raiden's powers being weakened due to the nature of the non-Earthrealm environment...
Oddly enough, he manages to petrify Kahn in Shaolin Monks.

Now... canonically, Taven was the one who defeated Blaze and obtained full godhood. By doing so, Taven was named Protector of Edenia.

 

[mortalkombat]

@mortalkombat - Love your idea for Liu Kang's involvement in MK 9

Thanks for reading.

However, I would think that it is not really "my idea", but my speculation of what NetherRealmStudios will actually do. I seriously believe they might implement this idea to some extent from what I have seen Ed Boon and Hector Sanchez say regarding the story.

I know your point, but there's the "10 MK straight victories" factor.

That is my point.

It is part of the rules of Mortal Kombat that the losing realm may declare a rematch tournament. If the realm that lost the first tournament wins the rematch tournament, it will be canceled and will count as a win instead. This was why there was Mortal Kombat 2. It was the rematch tournament. It was the continuation of the first tournament. If any of Shao Kahn's warriors won the second tournament in Outworld for MK2, that victory would be added as their 10th consecutive win even though they lost the first Mortal Kombat tournament on Earth Realm.

It doesn't actually have to be "straight" consecutive victories. The rematch tournament allows the losing realm to cancel out their loss and count it as a victory if they win.

This is what I think they might do again for MK9, except Earth Realm will demand the rematch instead and it will be in Outworld again for whatever reason. Possibly because the Shaolin Monks are murdered by Shao Kahn's assassins, so they cannot host it while Shang Tsung, the Grand Master can... who is in Outworld.

EDIT: Sorry, I don't think I explained myself well enough. What I am referring to with the consecutive wins...

I don't mean that the rematch tournament is just another MK tournament that will be hosted in the next century, as all the tournament have been. I mean, that the rematch tournament will be a rare occurence that will be hosted RIGHT AFTER the tournament to substitute and replace it. Basically, I am saying that the rules of MK allow for Shao Kahn's Outworld tournament to replace whatever the outcome result was on the Earth Realm tournament.

I hope you understand what I'm trying to say.

Now... canonically, Taven was the one who defeated Blaze and obtained full godhood. By doing so, Taven was named Protector of Edenia.

It was konfirmed by Hector Sanchez that Shao Kahn actually absorbed the power of Blaze. That was why Raiden risked distorting time... not because he was just defeated, but because Kahn was on the verge of becoming master of all Realms.

 

[Aldo Moreno]

But Earthrealm can't declare Mortal Kombat on Outworld unless they are trying to take over Outworld themselves.

And yo mortalkombat. I am so totally down with that post you just wrote down. And sorry everyone for flaming"/
I just wanted to put why I think Liu Kang should stay champion.

 

[TheWretchedCrow]

Four arms beats two... That's the gist of it.

 

[Inmorbium]

That is my point.

It is part of the rules of Mortal Kombat that the losing realm may declare a rematch tournament. If the realm that lost the first tournament wins the rematch tournament, it will be canceled and will count as a win instead. This was why there was Mortal Kombat 2. It was the rematch tournament. It was the continuation of the first tournament. If any of Shao Kahn's warriors won the second tournament in Outworld for MK2, that victory would be added as their 10th consecutive win even though they lost the first Mortal Kombat tournament on Earth Realm.

It doesn't actually have to be "straight" consecutive victories. The rematch tournament allows the losing realm to cancel out their loss and count it as a victory if they win.

This is what I think they might do again for MK9, except Earth Realm will demand the rematch instead and it will be in Outworld again for whatever reason. Possibly because the Shaolin Monks are murdered by Shao Kahn's assassins, so they cannot host it while Shang Tsung, the Grand Master can... who is in Outworld.

I get it now. I probably didn't read anything about the rematch tournament, thanks for the explanation.

It was konfirmed by Hector Sanchez that Shao Kahn actually absorbed the power of Blaze. That was why Raiden risked distorting time... not because he was just defeated, but because Kahn was on the verge of becoming master of all Realms.

Really? Can you post a link?
I thought Taven absorbed Blaze's essence and then became a full god...

 

[UncleRuckus]

Mortal Kombat is one of the rarest series where I don't actually hate the main character. That said, I hope Liu Kang doesn't die, because his zombie form was stupid.

@mortalkombat: Outstanding, deserved +1 Rep. However, you forgot to mention one thing: Goro might be killed/defeated by Johnny Cage, just like in the movies. It IS a possibility, just saying...
Also, if the Earthrealm warriors are to fail against the Tournament, then Outworld will have 10 consecutive victories, and thus Shao Kahn will be able to konquer Earth.

This is kinda off-topic: I simply don't get it... Raiden is a ****ing god (as far as I can tell, gods can't be killed), and even Liu Kang managed to defeat the Emperor. TWICE. So how the hell he gets killed by Kahn after the Armageddon? Meh...

As far as the Raiden's godhood goes I think he uses a mortal form when he gets involved into combat directly and I think his mortal form is powerful but still has limits. I don't think a true god in his natural form would be allowed to directly interfere with earthy matters, hence Raiden guiding the earth warriors and he uses his mortal form when directly being involved. And I think that saying he can't be killed is not necessarily true. I think in comparison to normal people gods are by contrast immortal, I think however that since Shinnok killed several gods it shows that they can be killed by beings with enough power. Just not by normal humans becase gods have vast powers when compared to mortals. Also, if you remember Raiden was killed before by Onaga but, created a new twisted mortal(Dark Raiden) form.
The reason I think Kahn is able to deal the death blow to Raiden is becuase he is in Outworld(weakens Raiden) and Kahn has gained power(from defeating Blaze).

 

[Aldo Moreno]

As far as the Raiden's godhood goes I think he uses a mortal form when he gets involved into combat directly and I think his mortal form is powerful but still has limits. And I think that saying he can't be killed is not necessarily true. I think in comparison to normal people gods are by contrast immortal, I think however that since Shinnok killed several gods it shows that they can be killed by beings with enough power. Just not my normal humans becase gods have vast powers when compared to mortals. Also, if you remember Raiden was killed before by Onaga but, created a new twisted mortal(Dark Raiden) form.

I dont remeber Shinnok killing any Gods. Tell me about this.

 

[Inmorbium]

And I think that saying he can't be killed is not necessarily true. I think in comparison to normal people gods are by contrast immortal, I think however that since Shinnok killed several gods it shows that they can be killed by beings with enough power. Just not by normal humans becase gods have vast powers when compared to mortals.

True enough, considering Shinnok is a former Elder God.

Also, if you remember Raiden was killed before by Onaga but, created a new twisted mortal(Dark Raiden) form.

Raiden killed himself. After commiting suicide, a god's essence is reunited in his natural realm. The same thing happened with Fujin during Mythologies.

I dont remeber Shinnok killing any Gods. Tell me about this.

If I recall correctly, the MK4 komic book revealed that Shinnok was responsible for killing several gods in Earthrealm (with Raiden and Fujin being possibly the only survivors).

 

[Aldo Moreno]

Wait a minute!!! Didn't Elder Sub-Zero, a human, kill 3 of the Elemetal Gods in MKSZM.

 

[mortalkombat]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WDGOLkPGk7w

Fast forward to about 5:00 and Hector will talk about Shao Kahn winning Armageddon. It does not exactly say that he has absorbed Blaze's power yet before killing Raiden, but he does confirm that Shao Kahn would have won regardless and become ruler of all realms.

But Earthrealm can't declare Mortal Kombat on Outworld unless they are trying to take over Outworld themselves.

And yo mortalkombat. I am so totally down with that post you just wrote down. And sorry everyone for flaming"/
I just wanted to put why I think Liu Kang should stay champion.

I appreciate your taking the time to reading it. And since you seem to like it (seeming like a Liu Kang fan), it is interesting that you agree. I really think it is something NRS might change for this game's story to surprise us and it conforms quite well with the facts and statements that have been released so far.

http://mortalkombat.wikia.com/wiki/Mortal_Kombat_tournament

I didn't mean to say that Earth Realm will declare Mortal Kombat on Outworld. I meant that Raiden will probably demand a rematch tournament to represent their defense after they would lose to Goro in the first tournament. According to the article, the rules of Mortal Kombat allow for one of both sides to demand a rematch that will substitute and replace the last tournament, whether they be the defending realm or the invaders of the realm.

 

[Ricochetmatt]

If Earth Realm were to fail in the first Mortal Kombat on Earth, it may be possible to declare a rematch tournament, according to the rules of Mortal Kombat. This is was why there was a second tournament in Outworld that would "decide the fate of Earth Realm" in Mortal Kombat 2; because Shao Kahn demanded a rematch tournament after Goro lost.

So if one side loses a SECOND time... Can they demand another rematch?

 

[Aldo Moreno]

If I recall correctly, the MK4 komic book revealed that Shinnok was responsible for killing several gods in Earthrealm (with Raiden and Fujin being possibly the only survivors).

Really i thought it was sub zero who did it?

I appreciate your taking the time to reading it. And since you seem to like it (seeming like a Liu Kang fan), it is interesting that you agree. I really think it is something NRS might change for this game's story to surprise us and it conforms quite well with the facts and statements that have been released so far.

http://mortalkombat.wikia.com/wiki/Mortal_Kombat_tournament

I didn't mean to say that Earth Realm will declare Mortal Kombat on Outworld. I meant that Raiden will probably demand a rematch tournament to represent their defense after they would lose to Goro in the first tournament. According to the article, the rules of Mortal Kombat allow for one of both sides to demand a rematch that will substitute and replace the last tournament, whether they be the defending realm or the invaders of the realm.

Hey, as long as he is the Champ I am good. Hmmm I never knew about the tornament thing. But the MK2, wasent it a false tornament?

EDIT:
So I am taking this ending of Shao Kahn in MKA is Canon

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yX5fecEOzCc

 

[Inmorbium]

Thanks for the link. However, there's one thing that's left unnoticed...
During the intro, just when Shang launches a "Super Fireball", Shao Kahn tries to attack him, but Onaga shows up and apparently kills him (you can hear Kahn screaming). But it seems he survived the onslaught...

If Kahn indeed absorbed Blaze's power, then how come Raiden reverts back to his old self?
More importantly: where's Taven in all of this?

It's all messed up.

Really i thought it was sub zero who did it?

Had he killed them, I think Raiden would have said something.

 

[Taj Gill]

If Kahn indeed absorbed Blaze's power, then how come Raiden reverts back to his old self?

I can answer that, i think what we saw in the first trailer was the new timeline raiden fighting kahn. Thats the only logical explanation.

 

[Ricochetmatt]

I can answer that, i think what we saw in the first trailer was the new timeline raiden fighting kahn. Thats the only logical explanation.

Well, yeah. A. Raiden is his normal self and B. They're in the arena. Armageddon would have ended on top of the pyramid... Right?

 

[Taj Gill]

Well, yeah. A. Raiden is his normal self and B. They're in the arena. Armageddon would have ended on top of the pyramid... Right?

Exactly, either that or after gaining blaze's powers, shao kahn challenges raiden and they fight in the arena. Again, that doesnt explain why he becomes "light" raiden again, so the only logical explanation is them fighting in the new timeline.

 

[Inmorbium]

I can answer that, i think what we saw in the first trailer was the new timeline raiden fighting kahn. Thats the only logical explanation.

That's a plausible explanation.

@Ricochetmatt: Armageddon would actually begin on the crater of the PoA.

 

[BAdass Liu Kang]

I would mind kang losing to goro but kang should comeback as badass as ever and kill goro

 

[Aldo Moreno]

I would mind kang losing to goro but kang should comeback as badass as ever and kill goro

Agreed!!!!!!

 

[Inmorbium]

I would mind kang losing to goro but kang should comeback as badass as ever and kill goro

You know, when the Shaolin Temple was attacked, Kang started to get a different point of view, as far as shaolin beliefs go.
Since there's no temple destroyed (or so it seems), he might change his mind due to his loss at the MK.

Kind of a random post, but a interesting note...