MK info: Quan Chi

QUAN CHI

Appearances: Mythologies: Sub-Zero, Mortal Kombat 4/MK Gold, MK: Deadly Alliance/ MK: Tournament Edition, MK: Shaolin Monks, MK: Armageddon
Realm of Origin: Netherealm
Species: Demon
Alignment: Evil
Fighting styles
Tang Soo Do (MK:DA, MK:D)

Escrima (MK:DA, MK:D, MK:A)
Weapons
Spiked Mace (MK4, MKG)

Broadswords (MK:DA, MK:D, MK:A)

Quan Chi became the most powerful sorcerer and necromancer in the Netherealm and a primary villain in the Mortal Kombat series. Quan Chi combines both cunning and brute force in his never ending plots to overtake not only Earthrealm, but all of reality. He is an opportunist and will ally himself with anyone who can help him further his own goals. He is notable in particular for his ruthlessness and pragmatism. His manipulating and deceptive nature has earned him several enemies, including Sub-Zero and most notably, the ninja spectre Scorpion, due to the fact that he destroyed Scorpion's entire family and clan. He previously formed a strong alliance with Shang Tsung and defeated earthrealm warrior Liu Kang.

Details of Quan Chi's past are unknown, except that he was once an Oni from the Netherrealm, who transformed when he learned sorcery. While in the Netherealm, he came upon Shinnok, who was under torment from the realm's then-ruler, Lucifer. In exchange for power, and a place at Shinnok's side, he assisted the fallen Elder God in overthrowing his tormentor and helping him ascend to become the new ruler of the Netherealm. Their victory achieved, Shinnok honored his word and imbued Quan Chi with incredible power, making him arch-sorcerer of the Netherealm.
Two years before the upcoming Mortal Kombat tournament, the sorcerer proposed a deal with the Lin Kuei - he would destroy their rival clan, the Shirai Ryu, in exchange for the assistance of one of their warriors. Quan Chi convinced the elder Sub-Zero to retrieve the amulet for him. Sub-Zero did as instructed (and killed Hanzo Hasashi in cold blood), unaware of Quan Chi's motives. Once the Lin Kuei warrior acquired the amulet, Quan Chi claimed it, and explained its origins before leaving to give the amulet back to Shinnok. Unknown to the fallen Elder God however, Quan Chi had replaced the amulet with a useless imitation, and kept the real one for himself. Shortly afterwards, Sub-Zero, who had been ordered to reclaim the amulet by Raiden, confronted Quan Chi, and defeated him temporarily with assistance from Sareena. Quan Chi would spend the following years assisting Shinnok in preparation for his forthcoming assault, as well heading the cult of the Brotherhood of Shadow.

Signature moves

Skull Toss

Quan Chi fires a skull of green magical energy at his opponent. (all games)
Heel Slide

Quan Chi slides and kicks his opponent from below. (all games)
Magnet Force / Weapon Steal

Quan Chi disables his opponent's weapon for the remainder of the match. (MK4, MKG, MK:A)
Body Stomp

Quan Chi disappears through the floor, off the game's camera, and reappears above the opponent, stomping him numerous times. (MK4, MKG, MK:A)