Triple H returns and declares his intentions to win the 2002 Royal Rumble Match. While the rivalry between Mr. McMahon and Ric Flair continues to escalate, The Chairman decides to see exactly what The Nature Boy is made of. Plus, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin & The Rock team up to take on the Big Boss Man & Booker T, Rob Van Dam battles Test, and more.

Triple H's plans to not compete until the 2002 Royal Rumble Match earn him some negative attention from "Stone Cold" Steve Austin and The Undertaker. When Bradshaw takes exception to WWE Undisputed Champion Chris Jericho's disparaging comments about Texas, Y2J finds himself teaming with Christian & Lance Storm to take on the APA & Rikishi.

With Mr. McMahon's plans of bringing in the New World Order to kill his own company causing a stir within the locker room, WWE Co-Owner Ric Flair tries to dissuade The Chairman from this drastic action by reminding him of WWE's enduring legacy. Triple H's road to WrestleMania runs into a one-on-one match against Booker T, and more.

Following Co-Owner Ric Flair's refusal to sell his half of WWE back to Mr. McMahon on SmackDown, The Chairman reveals when he will inject the New World Order into his company. In effort to save her marriage, Stephanie McMahon-Helmsley makes a special announcement. Plus, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin & The Rock face The Undertaker & Chris Jericho.

The New World Order continues their reign of terror by turning their attention to "Stone Cold" Steve Austin as Scott Hall issues a challenge to the Texas Rattlesnake before he battles Mr. Perfect. As Triple H sets his sights on taking the WWE Undisputed Championship at WrestleMania, Kurt Angle looks for a golden opportunity of his own.

Triple H faces Kurt Angle in a steel cage. In order to force Ric Flair into accepting his challenge to a match at WrestleMania, The Undertaker sets his sights on "The Nature Boy"'s flesh and blood. Plus, the NWO looks to finish the job they started on "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, Rob Van Dam takes on Lance Storm, and much more action.

The NWO battles The Rock & "Stone Cold" Steve Austin 3-on-2 Handicap Match. The rivalry between Triple H and WWE Undisputed Champion Chris Jericho gets personal when The Game's pride and joy is put in harm's way. Plus, Mr. McMahon calls an emergency Board Meeting to discuss the state of WWE, Lita & Trish Stratus face Stacy Keibler & Jazz, and more.

CEO Linda McMahon makes an historic announcement that will reshape the landscape of WWE for years to come with a Brand Extension that will see Mr. McMahon taking control of SmackDown while Ric Flair oversees Monday Night Raw. As the WWE Universe readies for the first ever WWE Draft, nothing will prepare them for the arrival of Brock Lesnar.

History is made as the first ever WWE Draft pits SmackDown General Manager Mr.McMahon against RAW General Manager Ric Flair in a battle over the superstars that will belong to their brands. From The Rock and Hulk Hogan to the Undertaker and Rob Van Dam, the destination of WWE's top superstars will be decided in the birth of the WWE Brand Extension.

With Mr. McMahon disrupting WWE Co-Owner Ric Flair's plans to name an opponent for the WWE Undisputed Championship at Backlash, "The Nature Boy" gives both "Stone Cold" Steve Austin and The Undertaker an opportunity to become the No. 1 Contender. In the wake of Brock Lesnar's trail of carnage, Paul Heyman explains his association with the Next Big Thing.

"Stone Cold" Steve Austin looks for payback on the NWO. Triple H looks for revenge of his own as he targets The Undertaker. Plus, Brock Lesnar's path of destruction continues as he goes one-on-one with Matt Hardy, Goldust & Booker T battle Bubba Ray & Spike Dudley, and much more.

With Big Show aligned with the NWO after turning on "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, Co-Owner Ric Flair again tries to set things acting as referee when the Rattlesnake & Bradshaw take on Scott Hall & X-Pac. As WWE Undisputed Champion Hulk Hogan faces William Regal Eddie Guerrero defends the Intercontinental Championship against Jeff Hardy and more.

The NWO promises to reveal a shocking surprise that will change the very nature of Raw. The Undertaker's pursuit for the WWE Undisputed Championship ends up costing him another prized possession when Hulk Hogan goes for a little ride. Goldust follows Booker T to an unusual location. Plus, Brock Lesnar, William Regal, and many more in action.

Ric Flair challenges Hulk Hogan for the WWE Undisputed Championship in a No Disqualification match. But when "Stone Cold" Steve Austin disrupts his opportunity, "The Nature Boy" forces the Rattlesnake to compete in a Lumberjack match against the newest member of the NWO. Plus, Brock Lesnar battles the Hardy Boyz in a Handicap match and more.

On a night where World Heavyweight Champion Triple H and Batista take on Kane and Rob Van Dam in the main event, Scott Steiner learns that The Game doesn't come to a fight by himself. Plus, Booker T goes one-on-one with Jeff Hardy, Victoria defends her Women's Championship against Trish Stratus in a Chicago Street Fight, and much more.

Scott Steiner battles Chris Jericho in the main event for an opportunity at Triple H's World Heavyweight Championship. The Game gives his new faction a name that their enemies will come to fear. RAW General Manager Eric Bischoff leaves Chief Morely in charge while he travels through the great state of Texas in search of "Stone Cold" Steve Austin.