Kenshi Takahashi (2nd Timeline)

Kenshi Takahashi is a DLC character is the 2011 Mortal Kombat and a major character in Mortal Kombat X's.
He was voiced by Vic Chao in X, who later voiced his New Era counterpart.
==Biography==
Backstory
He has largely the same backstory as his first timeline iteration being blinded by Shang Tsung and gaining powers from his sword. In addition, he married a woman named Suchin and had a son named Takeda Takahashi with her.
Kenshi represented Earthrealm in Shao Kahn's Outworld tournament, engaging in a battle against Reiko. The outcome of the fight remains unknown, as neither participant was killed.
=== Mortal Kombat X Comics ===
During the period between the game and the comic events, Kenshi played a pivotal role in helping Scorpion overcome his inner turmoil. Subsequently, he joined the Special Forces and received the mission to infiltrate the Red Dragon. Despite aiming to locate Daegon, his cover was compromised, forcing him into a fugitive's life.
Sonya Blade later informed Kenshi about the existence of his son, Takeda Takahashi. The Red Dragon, threatening both Takeda's life and that of his mother, Suchin, prompted Kenshi to intervene. Upon reaching Lampang, Thailand, Kenshi discovered Suchin's tragic demise but managed to find Takeda with the assistance of Suchin's mother.
Evading pursuit, Kenshi led Takeda to Shirai Ryu territory, intending to ensnare the pursuing Red Dragons. As they confronted an ambush of arrows, Kenshi used his telekinesis and Sento to fend off the attack, sustaining a leg injury. Facing the Red Dragon commander Hsu Hao, Kenshi fought valiantly but succumbed to exhaustion.
Hsu Hao's demise at the hands of Scorpion forced the Red Dragon to retreat. Kenshi, now relentlessly pursued by the Red Dragon and various terrorist cells, sought extraction from Sonya Blade. Their escape from Northern Pakistan marked Kenshi's ongoing battle against the Red Dragon. Briefly reflecting on his decision to leave Takeda with the Shirai Ryu, Kenshi journeyed to the Kang Shaolin Temple, encountering Shujinko. Despite initial hesitation, Kenshi persisted in his mission against Daegon.
Years later, Kenshi faced defeat at the hands of Goro and was presented to Daegon as a bargaining chip for the Shokan prince's lost arms. Shang Tsung and the Red Dragon orchestrated this grim reunion in the Krimson Forest.
=== Mortal Kombat X ===
In Mortal Kombat X's story mode, Kenshi joined Johnny Cage and Sonya as they aimed to thwart Shinnok's plans at the Sky Temple. Ambushed by Scorpion, Kenshi, through telekinesis, ousted Scorpion from the helicopter but sustained injuries along with Sonya in the crash. While Johnny confronted Scorpion and Sub-Zero, Kenshi, Johnny, and Sonya continued their quest to the Sky Temple.
Encountering undead revenants Jax and Smoke, Kenshi joined a Special Forces squad to fend off demonic forces while Johnny and Sonya confronted Jax and Smoke. As they entered the cavern, Kenshi's Sento guided him to the portal for the Sky Temple. Participating in the battle against Shinnok, Kenshi was incapacitated, along with Sonya and Fujin, leaving Johnny to face Shinnok alone. After Shinnok's defeat, Kenshi questioned Johnny's enigmatic smile.
In Takeda's chapter, set five years earlier, Kenshi congratulated his son for becoming a chujin but faced Takeda's resentment in a subsequent fight. Revealing the truth about Suchin's death and his telepathic ability, Kenshi proposed joint efforts with Takeda to hunt down the Red Dragon.
Kenshi played a role in the Netherrealm mission alongside Jax and Sareena to apprehend Quan Chi. The ambush resulted in casualties, and Kenshi fought Kabal while Jax dealt with other threats. Despite injuries, Kenshi opposed Jax's solo approach, but Jax successfully captured Quan Chi.
After Quan Chi's capture, Kenshi, Johnny, and Sonya discussed D'vorah's location until Hanzo Hasashi's abrupt arrival. Kenshi telepathically restrained Hanzo temporarily but succumbed to the Shirai Ryu's onslaught, failing to dissuade Hanzo from killing Quan Chi. Following Shinnok's release, Kenshi, Sonya, and Johnny attempted to halt him, but Kenshi was swiftly incapacitated.
Kenshi's involvement persisted as he later communicated telepathically with Takeda, advising him not to worry about Lin Kuei encounters. The narrative unfolded with Kenshi participating in the Netherrealm mission, unveiling truths to Takeda, and engaging in the battle against Shinnok.
== Trivia ==
* One of his combos is called Blind Justice, a reference to another blind hero with superhuman senses, Daredevil.
* Kenshi is seen in the trailer for the 2011 Mortal Kombat game, fighting Daegon at the Pit.
* Kenshi is briefly glimpsed in Cyber Sub-Zero's database.
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