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From deepest darkest
Africa, Kamala is a force unlike any other in the world of pro wrestling.
Although his exact origin is unknown, a limited number of facts have
emerged over the years concerning his past.
In 1972,
the world-renowned explorer/adventurer Kim Chee began an expedition
in Uganda. One night, with only his torch as a source of light, Kim
Chee stumbled upon a fierce creature. Easily the size of 10 men, yet
as agile as a tiger, this creature struck fear into Kim Chee's very
soul. He took one step toward the entity, only to see him disappear
into the darkness.
The next
morning, Kim Chee awoke - still awestruck by the events of the preceeding
evening. Determined to capture the beast, Kim Chee and his troops
set out to find him. Kim Chee dubbed the creature "Kamala"
- which translates to "Terror" in ancient Ugandan.
After nearly
a decade of searching, Kim Chee finally discovered "Kamala"
- soundly asleep in an abandoned cave. He tranquilized the beast with
his gun, as his troops bound and tied him. Triumphant, Kim Chee began
his journey back to the states, his trophy "Kamala" en towe.
Kim Chee's
next move would shock his contemporaries in the field of archaeology.
Instead of returning to the institute which he had founded, Kim Chee
accepted a contract from Mister Fuji. The contract called for his
full time services - in the World Wrestling Federation!
Hearing
of the beast through the international grapevine, Mister Fuji knew
Kamala could dominate the competition in the WWF. However, Fuji was
not naieve enough to believe he could control the beast alone. With
Kim Chee as his trainer, Fuji knew he had a sure-fire combination.
In 1985,
Kamala entered the WWF. Clearly disoriented with his new surroundings,
Kamala proceeded to destroy every opponent who crossed his path. In
1987, he faced Hulk Hogan in a series of memorable matches.
In 1992,
too old to continue, Kim Chee sold his interest in Kamala to Harvey
Wimpleman. Harvey decided to target the phenom of the WWF - the Undertaker.
The Taker brought out a primal fear in Kamala. Their feud continued
until the Survivor Series 1992 - where the Undertaker defeated Kamala.
Shortly after the match, Harvey turned on Kamala.
Lost in
the civilized world of the WWF, Kamala was a man with no where to
turn. Seeing "good" within the beast, the Reverend Slick
stepped in as Kamala's mentor and friend. Encouraging him to fight
fairly and to interact with the fans, Slick brought out an entirely
new side of Kamala. As his learning continued, Kamala evolved into
a clear fan favorite. In 1993, however, Kamala mysteriously vanished
from the WWF. A note was left for Slick in the dressing room - a mere
sheet of paper with two bite marks.
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