The Elder Gods were fully aware
of the potential damage the alliance between Quan Chi and Shang
Tsung posed to the stability of the realms. Yet even with this
foresight they all stood firm on their decision not to
interfere. All, that is, except for one - Raiden. The former
Thunder God pleaded with his fellow Elder Gods to take action,
but they refused. Disgusted, Raiden relinquished his Elder God
status and returned to Earth realm to gather support against the
coming storm.
Once again, the threat to Earthrealm has
been vanquished. The Deadly Alliance is no more. What dangers
lie in the future, I can no longer foresee. Perhaps the Dragon
King will, in fact, return. Perhaps the depths of the Netherealm
will spew forth a legion of Oni. Even the Vampire people pose a
threat to peace now that Outworld is in chaos. But one thing is
certain... Earthrealm must be protected.
I have abandoned my status as Elder God to
aid these mortals... an act defiant of the Heavens. I will
instead remain here on Earth... as GOD OF THUNDER.