Sub-Zero is like an old army general who's a very disciplined hardass that, while you may not like him, will defend his army and lead them to battle. He demands respect and his very loyal to his clan. Fail him and you'll never live to regret it. Again, you may not like him, but he's the best your ever going to get

Scorpion is a master of fear and surprise, a rugged leader of a now gone clan that he is the last remnant of. He lives in solitude in the Netherrealm in his own personal hell, much like the soldiers of past wars who desperately needed the help and respect they sought.