Mortal Kombat 1 (2023 Video Game)

Daisuke Tsuji: Scorpion

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• Scorpion : No sooner had Titan Shang Tsung had been defeated than Bi-Han and his loyalists hunted us down. Outnumbered, we fled to Japan. There we sought refuge from an old family friend. As children, we played together. But Harumi Shirai was a woman now, the head of her clan. Her strength, beauty, and intellect awed me. Also incensed by Bi-Han's betrayal, Harumi agreed to help me forge a new clan. One that would stand against him and defend Earthrealm. Her aid proved invaluable. And as time went on, we grew closer. To honor Harumi and pay respects to my new bride, I named the clan after her, calling it the Shirai Ryu. Now the battle against my brother begins in earnest. The Shirai Ryu won't rest until Bi-Han is defeated and the Lin Kuei's honor restored.

• Scorpion : [Scorpion 1]  From where did you spawn?

  Scorpion : [Scorpion 2]  The Netherrealm's fiery depths.

• Scorpion : [Scorpion 1]  If you're not me, who are you?

  Scorpion : [Scorpion 2]  I am the original Scorpion.

• Smoke : Your thoughts on our new initiate?

  Scorpion : Hanzo shows great promise.

• Kung Lao : Master Kai said he taught me you as well..

  Scorpion : You will be smart to heed his instruction.

• Scorpion : I don't advise toying with Liu Kang.

  Mileena : What will he do? Burn me with star fire?

• Scorpion : In prior timelines, I wasn't Scorpion?

  Liu Kang : In prior timelines, you were Sub-Zero?

• Liu Kang : I had such high hopes for your brother.

  Scorpion : So did I, Lord Liu Kang.

• Kenshi : Liu Kang's revelation stunned me too.

  Scorpion : I fear there are other truths he's hidden.

• Scorpion : Do you realize your soul stealers destroyed lives?

  Shang Tsung : The better question is whether I care.

• Ashrah : How are you like a scorpion?

  Scorpion : I have its strength and its sting.

• Kenshi : My war on the Yakuza has a new ally.

  Scorpion : You cannot trust the Black Dragon, Kenshi.

• Omni-Man : I claim this timeline for the Viltrum Empire.

  Scorpion : You will burn for this invasion!

• Scorpion : For the Shirai Ryu!

• Scorpion : Absolute power has corrupted you.

  Omni-Man : Power doesn't corrupt, it enables.

• Scorpion : Not fireproof?

• Scorpion : Burn with me.

• Omni-Man : You seem reasonable. Stand down or die.

  Scorpion : Get out of here.

• Kung Lao : Bi-Han won't go down without a fight.

  Scorpion : I fear there will be losses on both sides.

• Scorpion : Anyone who draws power from the Netherrealm...

  Quan Chi : Is destined to be a god among men.

• Quan Chi : Many have fallen trying to stand in my way.

  Scorpion : I won't be among them, sorcerer.

• Quan Chi : When I kill you, I'll enslave your soul.

  Scorpion : You aren't that good a sorcerer, Quan Chi.

• Quan Chi : Pyromancy can't match necromancy.

  Scorpion : Be prepared to be proved wrong.

• Quan Chi : Your brother told me of all your weaknesses.

  Scorpion : A short conversation, sorcerer?

• Sindel : Both your parents were excellent fighters.

  Scorpion : I can only hope to live up to their example.

• Scorpion : My skills don't intimidate you?

  Johnny Cage : I'm not afraid of a ghost.

• Scorpion : My brother won't trouble your family again.

  Mileena : Make sure of it, Scorpion.

• Scorpion : Your illness is cause for concern.

  Mileena : Mine. Not yours, Scorpion.

• Scorpion : For Earthrealm to be safe, your regime must be strong.

  Mileena : I hope to Argus you're not doubting me, Scorpion.

• Scorpion : You'll not make a film about my rift with Bi-Han.

  Johnny Cage : But I've got the perfect title: "Scorpion's Revenge".

• Ashrah : I would see all evil destroyed.

  Scorpion : That fire burns within me, too.

• Ashrah : Bi-Han can be redeemed.

  Scorpion : I don't see how that's possible.

• Ashrah : I'd do well to follow your example.

  Scorpion : Then start by studying my combat.

• Sub-Zero : You could have ruled at my side.

  Scorpion : Just the thought of it sickens me.

• Sub-Zero : I won't hold back, brother.

  Scorpion : Do your worst.

• Sub-Zero : What is the point of your new clan?

  Scorpion : To fill the rule the Lin Kuei abandoned.

• Sub-Zero : Your rebellion stings.

  Scorpion : You expect less from Scorpion?

• Sub-Zero : Release Cyrax and Sektor.

  Scorpion : Not until they've faced justice.

• Sub-Zero : Heed your Grandmaster!

  Scorpion : I will not betray our principles.

• [Custom AI Intros] 

  Scorpion : The Cyber Initiative will not come to pass, Bi-Han!

  Sub-Zero : Too late, Kuai Lang. It is the next step in the Lin Kuei's evolution.

• [after Johhny Cage beats Kenshi] 

  Johnny Cage : My house, my rules. So. You have a name or what?

  Kenshi : Kenshi Takahashi.

  Johnny Cage : Ha! I knew you weren't Taira clan.

  Kenshi : You know nothing, Cage.

  Johnny Cage : Four hundred years ago, the Taira clan were one of Japan's first families. They lost Sento after getting slaughtered at the Siege of Aomori.

  Kenshi : There were survivors. They hid themselves by shedding the name Taira for Takahashi. They joined the Bakuto for its protection.

  Johnny Cage : The Yakuza's predecessors... From first family to crime family.

  Kenshi : I will break us free of the Yakuza's corruption. Reclaim our name and our position. But my clan won't follow me unless I prove that I can lead. That's why I need Sento.

  [doorbell rings] 

  Johnny Cage : And that's Malibu's Finest. It's a great story. Bullshit... but great. You should seriously consider becoming a screenwriter.

  [Johnny opens the door, revealing Liu Kang, Sub-Zero, and Scorpion behind the door] 

  Johnny Cage : What in the actual fu...

  Liu Kang : Good evening, Johnny Cage. I am Liu Kang, Protector of Earthrealm. May we enter?

  Johnny Cage : Uh.. Nothing's being shot here tonight, You sure you're in the right place?

  Liu Kang : Yes. We come on a matter of grave importance. We must speak to you and your guest.

  Johnny Cage : What? How do you know about him?

  Liu Kang : Because I am the God of Fire.

  Johnny Cage : Cris, you vixen. Nicely done. Sure. Come right in. Glowing eyes are a nice touch.

  Liu Kang : Kenshi Takahashi. A tragic figure with a noble cause. Your actions this evening do you no credit.

  Kenshi : Who are these people?

  Johnny Cage : You tell me. They're your scene partners.

  Liu Kang : I also know of your struggles, Johnny Cage. I am here to offer you both a path forward.

  Johnny Cage : Dun, dun, duuuun.

  [laughs] 

  Johnny Cage : C'mon guys. Let's call this. Cris was a doll to set this up, but... As pranks go this one's... eh... a bit obvious.

  Liu Kang : This is no prank. Bi-Han, Kuai Liang. If you please?

  Johnny Cage : All right, all right.

  [laughing] 

  Johnny Cage : I'll play my part in this martial arts LARP. The missus ought to get what she paid for. *Aahh.*

  [clearing throat] 

  Johnny Cage : Ok. *Ahem* *Ahh... * Hey you- Wait, wait... Hey, you! Get your damn hands off him. I said... Get your hands off...

  Scorpion : Was that necessary, brother?

  Sub-Zero : To put him in his place.

  Johnny Cage : [in disbelief]  That was a Hichuli! One of the kind! All right, I don't care if this a damned prank. You crossed the line!

• [Custom AI intros] 

  Scorpion : Being a father is a noble responsibility.

  Johnny Cage : I faced lots of weird things in the past but, this feels like my greatest adventure yet!

• Shang Tsung : I could teach you the secrets of shapeshifting.

  Scorpion : Stealth is the only tactic I need.

• Shang Tsung : It was all too simple, pulling your brother's strings.

  Scorpion : It sickens me that he was so easily exploited.

• [Custom AI Intro Dialogues from Crimson Knight] 

  Scorpion : Where did Mother run off to?

  Sub-Zero : That dark son of the bitch. GEARUS.

  Geras : HA HA!

• General Shao : If only you'd fathomed the Dragon Army's power.

  Scorpion : I did, which is why I feared it.

• General Shao : You should have followed your brother's lead.

  Scorpion : Down the path of shame and dishonor?

• General Shao : Can't you see Liu Kang's a devil?

  Scorpion : He is one only in your warped reality.

• General Shao : I knew you would cause trouble.

  Scorpion : Good and necessary trouble, General.

• General Shao : I still owe you for the fight at Ying Fortress.

  Scorpion : The sting of your failure still hurts?

• [Custom AI Intro Dialogues from Crimson Knight] 

  Scorpion : Why do you keep talking about our mother?

  Geras : Cause she got that wet, super soaked, dripping tight pu...

  Scorpion : QUIET, DJANGO!

• Peacemaker : Your wife is smoking hot! I'd totally tap that.

  Scorpion : Show some respect, Peacemaker.

• Peacemaker : I would've given my right arm to be raised by badass ninjas.

  Scorpion : The Lin Kuei are not ninjas.

• [Custom AI Dialogues from CrimsonKnight] 

  Ashrah : Stay away from my man.

  Scorpion : Are you homosexual?

  Sindel : Don't even think about talking to my sexy Liu.

  Liu Kang : I'm not hers but do stay way from me.

  Shang Tsung : Why does everyone think I'm gay?

  Sub-Zero : Try looking in the fucking mirror!

• Ermac : Yours is a tortured soul.

  Scorpion : Thanks solely to my brother.

• Ermac : Sindel and Jerrod thank you for your service.

  Scorpion : No need. I was doing my duty.

• Ermac : Among our souls are your forebearers.

  Scorpion : What? That cannot be possible!

• Ermac : We have the powers of all within us.

  Scorpion : Then you are truly an enemy to be feared.