The sports-entertainment world came unglued Tuesday following the news that four of the independent scene’s biggest names — Candice LeRae, Ricochet and War Machine — have officially joined the WWE Performance Center in Orlando, Fla.

The excitement wasn’t limited to members of the WWE Universe, either, as WWE and NXT Superstars took to Twitter to weigh in on the blockbuster announcements. Some rolled out the red carpet and offered congratulations to the new recruits, while others appeared to be coming for a fight.

The signing of LeRae, a quarterfinalist in last year’s Mae Young Classic, was met with a heartwarming message from LeRae’s husband, NXT Superstar Johnny Gargano:

She's one of the best in the world and got here on her own merit. Blood, sweat and tears.. She's sacrificed and worked incredibly hard for a very long time.

I'm proud of my Wife; Candice.. But even prouder of my favorite wrestler, the toughest person I know; Candice LeRae. https://t.co/1y7PRGSGo1

— Johnny Gargano (@JohnnyGargano) January 16, 2018

The Iconic Duo’s Billie Kay, however, wasn’t interested in sharing Johnny Wrestling’s exact sentiment:

Awwwwww that is so sweet!! I can’t wait to beat her up ❤️❤️❤️

— Jessica McKay (@JessicaMcKay) January 16, 2018

Bayley, who goes way back with LeRae, celebrated the news of her arrival, as did WWE Performance Center athlete Steffanie Newell, who previously crossed paths with LeRae in the indies:

My heart just exploded with happiness & love & joy. This is so long overdue & so well deserved. I’ve known @CandiceLeRae for years before I even signed w/ @WWE & she was always the one I wanted to be like. Def one of a kind & we are so lucky to have her. Congrats my friend 💜😘 https://t.co/DNDW2TQV7f

— Bayley (@itsBayleyWWE) January 16, 2018

Perhaps the most shocking congratulatory tweet came from known curmudgeon and Gargano-hater Tommaso Ciampa. Given Ciampa’s background with Johnny Wrestling, one can only wonder if the self-proclaimed “Blackheart” was being sincere or if there was malice behind his sweet-on-the-surface acknowledgement:

Meanwhile, the arrival of behemoth tag team War Machine — Todd Smith & Raymond Rowe — garnered major interest, both from supporters and prospective opponents:

Letting the world know!!!! Proud doesn't even begin to describe what I'm feeling right now!!! @RAYMONDxROWE@WarBeardHansonhttps://t.co/5kTQ26ajZR

— Sarah Rowe (@WWEValhalla) January 16, 2018

Welcome to @WWENXT where the BIG BOYS play. @WWEDozovic and I always love a good brawl, ain't that right Brotha Doz? #HeavyMachinery https://t.co/SKDZrYqmJz

— Levi Cooper (@REALLeviCooper) January 16, 2018

#HeavyMachinery can Brawl all Day and all Night LongAAA
AAAAASSSSA! and after whoever Falls short The #CARBsodas Tap is on You #STEAKSandWEIGHTS #BulkingSeason https://t.co/lLU35k6ecg

— OTIS (DOZER) (@otiswwe) January 16, 2018

So incredibly stoked for @RAYMONDxROWE to FINALLY be a part of @WWE.

One of the best dudes this business has allowed me to know.

Welcome, homie.

— Corey Graves (@WWEGraves) January 16, 2018

I wish these guys nothing but the best. A great Tag Team w/ a bright future. Knock em dead good brothers!! 🤘🤘@RAYMONDxROWE @WarBeardHanson https://t.co/sgHiMSQurN

— Bully Ray (@bullyray5150) January 16, 2018

@RAYMONDxROWE @WarBeardHanson Welcome boys...the future is bright!!! Look forward to working with you both!!!

— Scott Armstrong (@WWEArmstrong) January 16, 2018

Excited that you guys are here! You know it’s customary to bring coffee for the coaches weekly right @WarBeardHanson and @RAYMONDxROWE ??

Ask @sarahloganwwe . It’s a real thing. https://t.co/i9mJ0jVvfD

— CORINO (@KINGCorino) January 16, 2018

Everyone from Kassius Ohno to Mauro Ranallo was quick to retweet the news that high-flying innovator Trevor “Ricochet” Mann has entered the WWE PC fold. Apollo Crews, Cruiserweight sensation Mustafa Ali and NXT Superstar Cezar Bononi all shouted out the new signee, as did WWE Hall of Famer Mick Foley and WWE Legends Hurricane Helms and The Blue Meanie:

Proud of my brotha @KingRicochet. 👏🏿👏🏿

— Apollo (@WWEApollo) January 17, 2018

Congrats @KingRicochet! Show the world what you do homie! https://t.co/QrHvdp0tCV

— Mustafa Ali (@MustafaAli_X) January 16, 2018

Quero! https://t.co/jKuEx4VWCI

— Cezar Bononi (@CezarBononi_) January 16, 2018

Congrats Briz. Kill it. https://t.co/5hjqGOhIil

— Hurricane Helms (@ShaneHelmsCom) January 16, 2018

WOAH! Congratulations! I'm excited for you!

— Brian Heffron aka The Blue Meanie (@BlueMeanieBWO) January 16, 2018

With such a breathtaking wave of announcements happening only 16 days into the New Year, safe to say the future of WWE looks brighter than ever.