“Quote The Raven….Nevermore” – the famous Edgar Allen Poe quote has served as Raven’s trademark for many years. Ironically, Raven’s legacy may mirror that of the famous writer, as he borders on spiraling into madness in his quest to achieve his self-described “destiny” to become NWA World Heavyweight Champion. Much like Jim Morrison’s personality transcended music, Raven’s career has transcended wrestling – with a touch of pure evil. The superstar entered TNA in 2003 when he attacked Jeff Jarrett and proclaimed his ultimate goal to become world champion. His mission has resulted in wars with AJ Styles, The New Church, Sabu and many others.

Known as one of the most sadistic and barbaric stars to ever step foot in the ring, Raven is a hardcore legend that, in 2005, fulfilled his lifelong destiny to become the NWA World Heavyweight Champion.

It didn't come easy for Raven as he was faced with then-World Champion, Jeff Jarrett, after his entry into TNA Wrestling in 2003. From there, Raven would go against the likes of AJ Styles and Ron Killings among others on his path to fulfill his destiny. There was a roadblock along the way, however, and it was James Mitchell. At the time, Mitchell was bringing in hired hands to take out Raven as punishment. Unlike Mitchell, Raven was versatile in taking care of issues one to one like a man. Raven disposed of James Mitchell in a bloody war after taking out each of Mitchell's disciples, but not before the maniacal manager scalped his longtime foe in one of the most heinous acts in TNA history.

Finally, Raven received his opportunity at Slammiversary 2005 after being granted entry into the King of the Mountain match by Larry Zbyszko. That night, Raven overcame AJ Styles, Abyss, Monty Brown, and Sean Waltman to become the NWA World Heavyweight Champion.

Raven would be the champion throughout the summer of 2005, defending the gold against Abyss and Rhino before losing the title in September to Jeff Jarrett in Canada. Rather than getting his much-deserved rematch, Raven was now disposed of from the TNA roster by Championship Committee member Larry Zbyszko at January's Final Resolution when he lost to Sean Waltman thanks to Larry Z registering the final three count.