Mideon on the Origins of his "Naked" Gimmick in WWE

The "Naked Champion" and the Fanny Pack Incident

This transcript details the origin and subsequent use of the "naked Midian fanny pack" and the wrestler's experience with Vince McMahon regarding this gimmick.

The "Naked Champion" Origin Story

• Context: The story takes place in a locker room setting after a wrestling match. The wrestler, referred to as "Midian," was participating in matches, while Kurt Angle, another wrestler, would often remain naked in the locker room for extended periods after his matches, earning him the moniker "the naked man."
• The Challenge: Inspired by Kurt Angle's habit, the speaker decided to playfully challenge him. After his own match, he took off his gear, put on a towel, and waited in the locker room until Kurt Angle finished his match, showered, and put on his underwear.
• The Declaration: At that moment, the speaker dropped his towel and declared, "I am the naked Champion." This elicited laughter from those present.
• The Meet and Greet: Immediately after this declaration, Lanza opened the door and announced a need for someone for a meet and greet. The speaker, still in his fanny pack, walked out, but was jokingly told to get back in.

Vince McMahon's Involvement and the Fanny Pack Gimmick

• Summons to Vince: The following day at TV, the speaker was summoned to see Vince McMahon. He was initially unconcerned, believing he hadn't done anything wrong.
• Vince's Directive: Vince McMahon revealed he had heard about the speaker walking around in a fanny pack the previous night. Despite the speaker's explanation that it was a "Curt thing," Vince declared, "I don't care, we're having you do it tonight."
• The Gimmick Explained: Vince instructed the speaker to run down the stairs, through the ring, and out, all while wearing a fanny pack.
• The Wrestler's Perspective: The speaker expressed his acceptance of this new gimmick, contrasting it with the physical toll of his regular matches. He stated that he was spending 15-20 minutes per night taking "head kicks" from wrestlers like Vader and Cactus, yet earning the same amount of money. Therefore, he was willing to perform the fanny pack segment for the same pay, regardless of how long it took.

Key Concepts

• Locker Room Culture: The transcript highlights a casual and sometimes humorous atmosphere within wrestling locker rooms, where nicknames and playful challenges can arise.
• Gimmick Creation: It illustrates how seemingly random events or personal quirks can be adopted and developed into wrestling storylines or segments by management.
• Wrestler's Perspective on Pay vs. Performance: The speaker's statement reveals a pragmatic view on the value of his labor, prioritizing financial compensation over the intensity of physical performance when the pay remains consistent.
• Vince McMahon's Authority: The interaction with Vince McMahon underscores his decisive role in dictating creative direction and implementing new ideas, regardless of their initial context.

Key Concepts

• Locker Room
• Kurt Angle
• "Naked Champion"
• Fanny Pack
• Meet and Greet
• Vince McMahon
• Gimmick
• House Shows
• Vader
• Cactus