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#1 Alexa Bliss' role in the storyline involving The Fiend on SmackDown

One of the most interesting aspects of the ongoing storyline involving The Fiend Bray Wyatt is the involvement of Alexa Bliss. SmackDown's The Fiend had attacked Bliss with mandible claw in order to rattle Braun Strowman.

However, The Monster seemed unaffected by The Fiend's dastardly act. In the weeks following, WWE started hinting a bond between Bliss and Wyatt.

Tom Colohue has reported that SmackDown Superstar Alexa Bliss is key in The Fiend's face turn. He stated that his interactions with Alexa Bliss will give the fans a more compelling storyline for his face turn.

''Actually, the time when they found out that Roman Reigns was returning, things had to change. Braun Strowman was essentially relieved of that duty. The Fiend became the face because Roman Reigns was turning heel. That's why Alexa Bliss was there in order to turn The Fiend face - because there'll be a lot more story there - that really brings that home that makes it very convincing that you should cheer The Fiend."