The line comes from Mortal Kombat, where Scorpion, the undead ninja, uses a chained spear to drag opponents toward him during fights. First heard in the original arcade game in 1992, the shout became his defining catchphrase and one of the most quoted lines in fighting games. As gameplay clips, reaction videos, and meme edits spread online, the short command moved beyond matches and became shorthand for any forceful pull, summons, or confrontation. Its brevity and instantly recognisable delivery keep it in regular use decades later.