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WWE’s enigmatic faction, The Wyatt Sicks, led by Uncle Howdy (Bo Dallas), is poised for a major surge in activity, building on their eerie presence in WWE SmackDown and expanding beyond the ring into immersive fan experiences. In a recent interview, Uncle Howdy hinted that the group’s future storylines will be “about to get crazy,” while WWE and Universal Studios Orlando are launching a spooky new Halloween Horror Nights attraction inspired by the faction.
WWE and Universal Studios Collaborate for a Thrilling “Wyatt Sicks” Haunted House
Starting August 29, fans visiting Universal Orlando Resort can step into “WWE Presents: The Horrors of The Wyatt Sicks,” an immersive haunted house at Halloween Horror Nights 2025. Conceptualized in collaboration with WWE, the attraction explores the dark supernatural realm inspired by the faction’s characters and storyline.
According to John Murdy, Universal Studios Hollywood’s Creative Director, the creative process was deeply influenced by the original Bray Wyatt legacy and his brother Bo Dallas’s continuation of that vision. “It was almost like how you’d make a horror movie,” Murdy explained, underlining the faction’s rich narrative potential. The haunted house invites guests backstage into a chilling, richly detailed world where fans can experience the eerie destruction and unsettling environments reminiscent of the faction’s on-SmackDown presence.
The Wyatt Sicks: An Evolving Legacy of Bray Wyatt
The Wyatt Sicks, stylized as Wyatt Sick6, debuted in mid-2024 as a spiritual successor to Bray Wyatt’s Firefly Funhouse-inspired personas. The stable features Uncle Howdy as the faction leader, with Erick Rowan (Rambling Rabbit), Dexter Lumis (Mercy the Buzzard), Joe Gacy (Huskus the Pig Boy), and Nikki Cross (Abby the Witch) comprising the rest of the group. Lumis and Gacy currently hold the WWE Tag Team Championship, adding tangible success to their dark mystique.
The group’s characters dovetail with Bray Wyatt’s theatrical storytelling, blending horror motifs, supernatural undertones, and psychological thriller elements into WWE programming. Following Wyatt’s passing, Bo Dallas’s return as Uncle Howdy expanded the narrative, allowing the faction to explore even deeper, more eerie story arcs.
Uncle Howdy Hints at Big Changes and Possibly New Members
In a recent interview with The Takedown on Sports Illustrated, Uncle Howdy addressed rumors about potential new additions to The Wyatt Sicks. While the group currently feels “solid” with its existing lineup, Howdy did not completely shut the door on the idea of future expansions, including a tantalizing link to Alexa Bliss, who previously had interactions with Uncle Howdy during 2023.
According to Howdy:
“Right now, we have plans and a direction that we’re already headed in. Everyone in the Wyatt Sicks was either handpicked or looked at by Windham [Bray Wyatt]. I’m not discounting anything for the future. Anything can happen. But for now, everything’s in motion, and I’d say everyone pays attention because it’s about to get crazy.”
This intriguing statement supports speculation of upcoming storylines that could reshape the faction’s dynamics, confirming that WWE creative has significant developments lined up.
What Fans Can Expect in the Coming Months?
Sources close to WWE suggest that the faction’s renewed emphasis will include deeper character development and possibly surprise alliances, enhancing the supernatural horror motif that has captivated audiences. Given that Lumis and Gacy’s current tag team championship reign is active, The Wyatt Sicks are not only a spooky narrative device but also a legitimate competitive force within WWE’s tag division.
Backstage insiders reveal that after the faction’s chaotic debut on Raw, which earned them a Slammy Award for “WTF Moment of the Year,” the WWE creative team is keen on expanding the storyline with fresh twists and thematic elements inspired by horror cinema and Bray Wyatt’s distinct vision.
Beyond the Ring: The Wyatt Sicks’ Cultural Impact
The partnership with Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights reflects how The Wyatt Sicks have transcended traditional wrestling storytelling to become a cultural phenomenon within WWE’s fan community. Universal’s creative team has worked closely with WWE to deliver an authentic experience, from settings based on the faction’s supernatural attacks on WWE backstage areas to the thematic elements of each character persona.
John Murdy added:
“The first meetings with WWE acknowledged us as masters at creating immersive, themed environments. We took all these characters and tried to build the world they’d exist in, pushing far beyond the wrestling ring.”
This attraction will allow fans to physically explore what is usually only seen on television, solidifying The Wyatt Sicks as one of WWE’s most innovative and compelling stables of 2024-2025.
The Road Ahead: A “Crazy” Future for The Wyatt Sicks
Bo Dallas’s portrayal of Uncle Howdy and his leadership of The Wyatt Sicks promises a continuation of the eerie storytelling tradition Bray Wyatt famously cultivated. With the faction already deeply embedded in WWE storylines and now extending into immersive real-world experiences, the coming months could redefine WWE’s creative direction for supernatural-themed narratives.
As Uncle Howdy said, things are “about to get crazy,” and both fans and industry insiders alike are eagerly watching to see which surprises lie in store for this chilling new era of WWE entertainment.