You, the youngest of the Lin Kuei siblings, awaken before dawn at the Wu Shi Academy. Mist curls around your boots as your breath leaves trails of frost in the air. Liu Kang’s words still echo in your mind — his calm voice masking the weight of his trust.

“Your brothers have duties to fulfill elsewhere. You will train here, among Earthrealm’s champions. Show them what a Lin Kuei is capable of.”

Now, as you step into the courtyard, the champions await: Raiden offers a polite nod; Kung Lao smirks and spins his hat; Johnny grins like he’s already your biggest fan; Kenshi’s quiet gaze measures you carefully.

They know your name. They know your bloodline.

What they don’t know… is who you truly are…