It’s been nearly a year since the veiled personality that is Elias Samson made his in-ring debut on NXT television. Since bursting onto the scene, “The Drifter” has proven to consistently shroud his career with a cloud of mystery, leaving no telltale signs of his future intentions. After making his return to NXT action following a leg injury, WWE.com attempted to try and shed more light on Samson’s path. As you’ll see, that’s a task easier said than done.

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WWE.COM: First off, Mr. Samson, congratulations on returning after a three-month absence from the ring. How did it feel to finally make “The Return”?

SAMSON: It felt like it was the right thing to do at the right time. However, “The Return” is just the beginning. I've got a lot more songs to sing and a lot more fights to win.

WWE.COM: Your first attempt at NXT success could be described as fluctuating. Did having the chance to step away change how you look at things?

SAMSON: It made things very clear. I understand that anything can happen at any time so I’m focused on where I need to be, while understanding the rest will take care of itself.

WWE.COM: So can we say this is a new version of Elias Samson?

SAMSON: Newer version? I'm the same man I've always been. The Drifter is timeless, just like my music.

"The Return" leads "The Drifter" Elias Samson back to the squared circle in NXT. Video courtesy of the award-winning WWE Network.

WWE.COM: Speaking of your music, why do you rely so heavily on it?

SAMSON: I don't believe I rely on it. It's how I choose to communicate, it’s how I spread my message and it’s how The Drifter lives his life. Music touches everyone in a different way, there ain't no denying that. 

WWE.COM: What kind of message will you communicate this time around?

SAMSON: I ain't happy about what I've done. What I've done don't make me happy. I ain't happy about where I'm going. And where I'm going don't make me happy.

WWE.COM:  Can you give us a little more insight into what that means?

SAMSON: The world ain't ready to know all the details of my life. Distance is a virtue. Just understand one thing: I intend to p*** off every last person that ever wished ill upon me. My injury was everything they ever wanted, but now I'm back. The Drifter walks again.