Can you introduce yourself and tell us a little about who you are?
I’m Aidan "Blaze" McCormack, the king of both the canvas and the cage. I’m an Irishman, born with fire in me blood and steel in me fists. I dominate in watercolor like I do in the octagon—bold, unrelenting, and full of precision. I don’t just paint; I make statements. I don’t just fight; I conquer. I’m not here for second place, not in life, art, or fightin’. I was made to lead, and I don’t back down from anyone or anything.
What led you to become a part of RAIN?
RAIN isn’t just a project—it’s a battlefield. I joined because it’s another realm to conquer, another challenge to test me mettle. It gives me the chance to inspire others by showin’ them what it means to be unbreakable, to fight against the corporate-driven garbage out there and carve yer own path. I’m here to cut through the noise, to show the world how real power and ambition look.
What experiences or events shaped who you are today?
Growin’ up in Ireland, I learned early that nothin’s handed to ye. I had to scrap for every inch, both in the art world and in the fightin’ world. It was the hunger—the need to be the best—that shaped me. Every loss, every setback? It lit a bigger fire under me. The day I decided to pour me fightin' spirit into me art was the day I stopped just existing and started dominatin’. I learned the hard way that you either control yer fate or you get crushed by it.
What makes you unique or special?
I’m a force of nature, lad. Most people are either thinkers or doers—me? I’m both. I see opportunities in a way others don’t, and I have the guts to grab ‘em by the throat. I’ve mastered two worlds: the artistry of watercolor and the brutality of combat. That balance of precision and aggression? That’s what makes me different. People don’t know what hit ‘em until they’re left reeling from the impact of what I create.
How do you see yourself differently from others?
Most people are afraid. Afraid to push, to challenge, to take what’s theirs. They settle, they compromise. Me? I’ve no time for fear. I’ve no room for doubt. I see every challenge as a chance to prove I’m the best—again and again. When others hesitate, I charge forward. When others doubt, I know. That’s the difference between me and the rest—I’ve built me world through sheer will.
What are your primary goals within RAIN?
My goal is to shake things up, to break the mold of what people expect from art, from fightin’, from life itself. I want to show people that mastery is about total commitment to excellence. RAIN’s a perfect stage for me to spread that message, to push people to stop playin’ small and start dominatin’ their lives. I’m here to inspire a generation of warriors and creators who aren’t afraid to go all in.
What do you hope to achieve or contribute?
I’m here to contribute raw energy, to bring me ruthless passion and relentless work ethic to the table. I want people to see that you can be both a creator and a destroyer—balance the finesse of art with the savagery of ambition. What I hope to achieve? Simple. I want to wake people up. Make ‘em realize that greatness isn’t a gift—it’s taken. And I’m gonna show them how to take it.
What inspires you in your work or life?
Power inspires me. Not the type you’re born with—the kind you earn through grit, sweat, and blood. I’m driven by the people who told me I couldn’t, by every opponent I’ve ever fought, whether on the canvas or in the ring. The thrill of overcoming is me greatest inspiration. There’s no high like proving the world wrong.
What keeps you motivated?
The hunger. It never goes away. Even when I’m at the top, I’m hungry for more. Complacency is for the weak. I wake up every day with somethin’ to prove—to meself, to the world. It’s the fire that keeps me on edge, always lookin’ for the next mountain to climb or the next opponent to crush. I’m never satisfied, and I hope I never will be.
What challenges have you faced, and how have you overcome them?
Life’s been a fight since day one. I’ve faced doubt, injury, failure—all the things that would break most people. But instead of lettin’ those challenges defeat me, I’ve used ‘em. Every setback became fuel. I’ve overcome by refusin’ to quit, by gettin’ back up every time I’ve been knocked down. That’s the real test, lad—how ye react when yer face is in the dirt.
How have you grown or changed over time?
I’ve learned to be patient—controlled aggression is far more dangerous than reckless rage. I used to be all fight, all fists. But now? I’ve mastered the art of strategy, both in life and on the canvas. I see the bigger picture. I don’t just react; I plan. That’s how ye win long term—not just with brute force but with a mind that’s always thinkin’ three steps ahead.
What do you envision for the future of RAIN?
I see RAIN as a force that’ll disrupt the world’s perception of reality. It’ll empower people to fight for their own truth, to break free from the false narratives fed to them. It’s gonna inspire a generation of warriors, not just in fightin’ but in every aspect of life. It’ll be a movement—a call to arms for those who refuse to be told how to live.
Where do you see yourself going next?
Next? Lad, I’ll be where I’ve always been—at the top. But the top’s always risin’, and I’ll keep climbin’. Whether it’s in art, fightin’, or inspirin’ the next generation, I’m not done yet. I’ll keep breakin’ barriers, pushin’ the limits, and remindin’ the world that there’s no one like Aidan "Blaze" McCormack.
