A failed MMA star, who used his basic knowledge of shooting to bully his way into a prominent position in the ICWA. Quickly making himself the top star in the fed, despite poor gates, Barton eventually found himself owed so much back pay that Barton purchased the bankrupt federation. Shortly after acquiring ICWA, Barton merged it with two other promotions, into the national BIG CLASH organization, with him as part owner and top star. BIG CLASH was built around Barton, who despite questionable politics, became a huge fan favorite. Looking to grow the federation to an international scale, Barton joined the interpromotional collective known as IWA Hyper Fights. While with the IWA, Barton developed a rivalry with Indy darling TYRANT Slim, and started feuding with the Alamo Pro star. Buil