User blog comment:Monkey Doctor 33/Wrath of the Heavens! Imperius (Diablo III) vs Raiden (Mortal Kombat)/@comment-32516697-20190629054356

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Solarion and Energy Projection vs. Staff and Electrokinesis: We've got two surprisingly similar weapons here. Both are polearms that can pierce through demons and be summoned to the owner's hand. Solarion seems to have more raw damage output because of its status as an extension of the Archangel's will and its performance against Fantasy Satan. However, the staff is clearly faster, and this discussions ties into their energy abilities as well, since Raiden can use it as a conduit for his electrokinesis. Imperius can do this sort of thing as well, but only as blasts, waves, and beams, while Raiden can create traps, force fields, chain lightning, and thuderstorms. The storms and the chain lightning will be especially potent, as it lets Raiden attack from directions Imperius won't expect. In conclusion, the differences in the weapons are minimal, because the energy powers are where these warriors really shine. And thanks to his more versatile electricity, Raiden shines a tad bit brighter. Edge: Raiden

Other Powers: Imperius has the handily little ability of telekinesis, but he won't be making heaving use of it due to his love of melee. And besides, I doubt Raiden will have much trouble dodging or blocking any projectiles. Imperius might use it to bring Raiden into close range where he has a bit of an advantage, but I see no reason Raiden couldn't just teleport away. Speaking of teleportation, Raiden is clearly superior in the mobility category. With Imperius, you can see where he's teleporting to! And it's slow as hell. About Imperius's wings, Raiden's probably capable of breaking them, but Imperius would have to be disabled for a while first, so that's really not a practical tactic. Lastly, we come to the Amulet of Shinnok, which really doesn't have any downsides. The best part about it is that it provides a quick little way to finish off the fight, that is, if he can weaken Imperius enough. Due to his greater mobility and the general ineffectiveness of telekinesis on him, Raiden wins out here. Edge: Raiden

X-Factors and Conclusion: Imperius is stronger and more durable, but it's not by a huge amount. Raiden gets experience because he's spent his millenia fighting more than just demons and angels, and in the training department, Raiden is clearly more skilled due to his extensive knowledge of ninjutsu, as opposed to Imperius's reckless nature. With all the information finally out of the way, I'm giving the win to Raiden, and here's why. Firstly, his electrokinesis is superior to Imperius's energy projection due to the creative ways he can use it. Secondly, he's far more mobile because of his nigh-instantaneous and more unpredictable teleportation. Thirdly, he seems to be the much more intelligent fighter, because ninjutsu is all about unconventional warfare, a far cry from Imperius's tendency to rush in spear-swinging. Winner: Raiden!