In light of a few more challenges issued to the undisputed champion -  that is, Satoshi Ishii, and Roy Nelson - it was brought to the forefront of my mind that the way in which fighters, media and fans view Fedor Emelianenko is rather interesting. For the first time in MMA we see a clear and present will to throw just about anyone to the wolves. The Russian has become such a phenomenon in this sport that everybody who hasn't faced him believes they can beat him at his own game. Everyone who has faced him has said, "Okay, this guy is incredible." Not literally that, of course, but whether it be Kevin Randleman, Tim Sylvia, or Nogueira - they all admit to Emelianenko's dominance. With regards to Roy Nelson, who may be a semi-talented, heavyweight brawler, it seems apparent that everyone follows the trend of "I can beat him" to "Damn, he's good."

So you may be wondering by now what my point is. What i stated above is fairly apparent, but underneath all of that you see that how we as an MMA community view Fedor is nothing short of idolotry. What else but that can describe the inescapable desire to fight him and "die" with honor; or, from the fan standpoint, the urge to see him maul one more guy.

The challenge from Ishii is not even really worth discussing and we all know why. It is only worth mentioning in order to note that it will eat up several more months of Fedor's career, and that we get another highlight.

But seriously, I'm beginning to feel sorry for Fedor. I'm sure the guy just wants a good fight. He definitely doesn't want to be fighting these nobodies - but I suppose it helps his fame just that much, and the asians need to pay their bills.