Welcome to Season Four of Henry's Universe Mode! Earlier today, both of our GMs worked together with WWE Chairman Vince McMahon to complete the 2018 WWE Draft. We do not know what moves took place during that meeting, although we have been assured that changes have been made to both rosters. In addition, several NXT wrestlers have been offered main roster contracts, and quite a few have accepted, providing a jolt of fresh blood for both shows. While everything that has taken place over the past few hours remains a complete mystery, I have a feeling it won't be for much longer...
After losing his Universal Championship last night at WrestleMania, Braun Strowman is hot, and has already declared on social media that he plans to call out Shane McMahon to start Raw, with rumors running rampant that he will be using his rematch clause. Shane's already been busy, announcing at least three debuts to take place tonight. In our opening match, two of those debutants will face off, as Cesaro takes on The Miz, and later on, Jinder Mahal will face the third. Plus, champions in action as we open Season Four of Henry's Universe Mode!
Universe Mode
Monday Night Raw
Monday Night Raw
April 2nd, 2018
Location: Long Beach, CA
Braun Strowman Promo
The Monster Among Men cut straight to the point, not only wanting to use his rematch clause, but wanting to use it tonight! Shane quickly cut him off, saying there would be no championship match tonight, to which the crowd booed. In fact, Strowman doesn't even have a rematch clause, because going forward, rematch clauses have been eliminated from WWE! Braun looked ready to tear Shane's head off, but the Prodigal Son was willing to compromise. Strowman will be in a number one contender's match, in tonight's main event. Who will he face? None other than former WWE Champion and Strowman's former ally, Randy Orton!
Cesaro vs The Miz
The Miz was clearly outmatched in terms of strength and wrestling acumen against Cesaro, but does posses high wrestling IQ and the advantage of Maryse's presence at ringside. After his wife caused several distractions, Miz capitalized with a spike DDT on the floor, before putting Cesaro away with the Skull Crushing Finale. Afterward, Miz and Maryse celebrated while the Swiss Cyborg rolled out of the ring, looking hurt and embarrassed.
Winner: The Miz
The B-Team vs The New Day
With the Social Outcasts now disbanded, Curtis Axel and Bo Dallas looked to carve a new path on Raw, getting a good opportunity against the champions. Although Dallas and Axel did better than most could've expected, they were eventually put away with the Midnight Hour.
Winners: The New Day
The Shield Promo
As Big E, Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods celebrated in the ring, we heard the call signs that indicate the arrival of the Shield! The former champions laughed off the New Day's win, Dean even pretending not to know who Bo Dallas and Curtis Axel were. They then got serious, laying down the challenge: a six-man elimination tag team match at the next pay-per-view, Backlash. If The Shield won, they want a shot at recapturing the titles. If they lose, they will disband. After a quick huddle, the New Day accepted!
Jinder Mahal vs ???
The Modern Day Maharajah went in search of a much-needed win this week, but it would be a tough challenge, as his opponent was the returning Shelton Benjamin! The Gold Standard was absolutely on fire, and the Long Beach crowd ate it up. In the end, Mahal stood no chance, and was swiftly put away with the Paydirt.
Winner: Shelton Benjamin
Mickie James vs Paige
Paige was the first women's Triple Crown winner, but has fallen on hard times lately, including a loss to the women's champion(at the time) Sasha Banks a few weeks ago. Her issues were compounded in this match, as the veteran Mickie James stayed one step ahead the whole match. A Mick Kick and a big DDT sealed one of Mickie's biggest wins to date.
Winner: Mickie James
Post-Match
From the back came former two-time SmackDown Women's Champion Alexa Bliss, who sarcastically applauded Mickie. Alexa had a mic, and gloated for a minute or two, but was interrupted by Mickie, who challenged her to throw down, right here and right now. Before either woman could do anything, Natalya made her way down the ramp! The former NXT Women's Champion did not have any words to offer, but when Alexa got in her face, she went flying from a forearm! Mickie was next, and she quickly succumbed to a takedown, and then tapped out to the Sharpshooter. The Queen of Harts has arrived to Raw, and has made a huge statement on her first night.
Braun Strowman vs Randy Orton
From the start, this was a war between two guys that were completely unwilling to lay down. Randy Orton hit not one but two RKOs, but only managed to receive two near falls. Braun Strowman was left flummoxed after Orton kicked out at two from a running powerslam. During a skirmish outside the ring, Strowman took out Orton down with a suplex, looking to finish the job. But then, Shane McMahon's music hit! The Raw GM made his way to ringside, holding an intense glare with a bemused Braun. The distraction worked, as Orton stuck with a third RKO, on the floor! Randy rolled back into the ring, and Braun was counted out. Raw closed as Shane McMahon talked trash to a dazed Braun Strowman, with the fans voicing their disapproval.
Winner: Randy Orton
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Location: Long Beach, CA
Braun Strowman Promo
The Monster Among Men cut straight to the point, not only wanting to use his rematch clause, but wanting to use it tonight! Shane quickly cut him off, saying there would be no championship match tonight, to which the crowd booed. In fact, Strowman doesn't even have a rematch clause, because going forward, rematch clauses have been eliminated from WWE! Braun looked ready to tear Shane's head off, but the Prodigal Son was willing to compromise. Strowman will be in a number one contender's match, in tonight's main event. Who will he face? None other than former WWE Champion and Strowman's former ally, Randy Orton!
Cesaro vs The Miz
The Miz was clearly outmatched in terms of strength and wrestling acumen against Cesaro, but does posses high wrestling IQ and the advantage of Maryse's presence at ringside. After his wife caused several distractions, Miz capitalized with a spike DDT on the floor, before putting Cesaro away with the Skull Crushing Finale. Afterward, Miz and Maryse celebrated while the Swiss Cyborg rolled out of the ring, looking hurt and embarrassed.
Winner: The Miz
The B-Team vs The New Day
With the Social Outcasts now disbanded, Curtis Axel and Bo Dallas looked to carve a new path on Raw, getting a good opportunity against the champions. Although Dallas and Axel did better than most could've expected, they were eventually put away with the Midnight Hour.
Winners: The New Day
The Shield Promo
As Big E, Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods celebrated in the ring, we heard the call signs that indicate the arrival of the Shield! The former champions laughed off the New Day's win, Dean even pretending not to know who Bo Dallas and Curtis Axel were. They then got serious, laying down the challenge: a six-man elimination tag team match at the next pay-per-view, Backlash. If The Shield won, they want a shot at recapturing the titles. If they lose, they will disband. After a quick huddle, the New Day accepted!
Jinder Mahal vs ???
The Modern Day Maharajah went in search of a much-needed win this week, but it would be a tough challenge, as his opponent was the returning Shelton Benjamin! The Gold Standard was absolutely on fire, and the Long Beach crowd ate it up. In the end, Mahal stood no chance, and was swiftly put away with the Paydirt.
Winner: Shelton Benjamin
Mickie James vs Paige
Paige was the first women's Triple Crown winner, but has fallen on hard times lately, including a loss to the women's champion(at the time) Sasha Banks a few weeks ago. Her issues were compounded in this match, as the veteran Mickie James stayed one step ahead the whole match. A Mick Kick and a big DDT sealed one of Mickie's biggest wins to date.
Winner: Mickie James
Post-Match
From the back came former two-time SmackDown Women's Champion Alexa Bliss, who sarcastically applauded Mickie. Alexa had a mic, and gloated for a minute or two, but was interrupted by Mickie, who challenged her to throw down, right here and right now. Before either woman could do anything, Natalya made her way down the ramp! The former NXT Women's Champion did not have any words to offer, but when Alexa got in her face, she went flying from a forearm! Mickie was next, and she quickly succumbed to a takedown, and then tapped out to the Sharpshooter. The Queen of Harts has arrived to Raw, and has made a huge statement on her first night.
Braun Strowman vs Randy Orton
From the start, this was a war between two guys that were completely unwilling to lay down. Randy Orton hit not one but two RKOs, but only managed to receive two near falls. Braun Strowman was left flummoxed after Orton kicked out at two from a running powerslam. During a skirmish outside the ring, Strowman took out Orton down with a suplex, looking to finish the job. But then, Shane McMahon's music hit! The Raw GM made his way to ringside, holding an intense glare with a bemused Braun. The distraction worked, as Orton stuck with a third RKO, on the floor! Randy rolled back into the ring, and Braun was counted out. Raw closed as Shane McMahon talked trash to a dazed Braun Strowman, with the fans voicing their disapproval.
Winner: Randy Orton
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