In an age of sometimes rushed wrestling sects, the Heart Syndicate, as he recently appeared in his insight with Chris Van Vriette, through authentic connections that resonate with fans.
“It’s real, and you guys feel it. That’s why we start over so well,” Bobby Lashley explained when asked about the reunion at AEW. The group repeatedly emphasized that their connections extend far beyond the camera, setting them apart from other wrestling stables.
“When we first met, it was very natural. It was very real,” Lashley added.
“And the crowd, you guys knew it. This isn’t just the people thrown together. And you see it all the time. You see it in WWE, you see it in AW, you know the moment they leave the show, you know they go in separate ways.
This authentic Brotherhood extends to travel arrangements, and groups often confirm that they travel together. As Shelton Benjamin pointed out, teasing and joking between venues, “We’ll get it,” indicating their trust continues off-screen.
The chemistry of the three veterans also manifests in the dynamics within the ring. When asked about the tag team work, Lashley acknowledged Benjamin’s expertise. “Shelton is amazing in the tag team world.
Benjamin detailed how to leverage each member’s strengths.
“We’ve done our strengths in any situation. Usually I get quiet and let the MVP talk about everything. So, like I said, we all use our collective knowledge and advance our best foot forward in any situation we present.”
The group’s comedy chemistry was on display throughout interviews, especially when debating who would win in the battle between them.
“I,” the MVP quickly insisted, leaving Lashley “unspoken” before Benjamin inserts “I’m a quiet one,” hinting at his dangerous nature, and the MVP proudly declared himself “a big one.”
This playful dynamic is brought to the characters, and the MVP says, “MVP makes us do bad things, but we like it.”
In wrestling, where chemistry can make or break sects, the wounded syndicate shows how authentic relationships can be translated into persuasive television. As their AEW runs continue, this authentic Brotherhood will strengthen both performance and promotional work within the ring, set it apart from artificially built teams and provide a foundation to connect with the audience at a deeper level.
