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Loved: Chantel Monroe Has Arrived

"NXT" fans got a taste of Chantel Monroe two weeks ago when she and 19 others competed in a battle royal to determine the number one contender for the NXT Women's Championship. Tonight, we got a second look, courtesy of a 30-second vignette.

After watching this vignette, we've now got a good idea of Chantel's character. She's confident (maybe even a little vain), glamorous, and diva-like. As a former Auburn gymnast, we know she's athletic, too.

"Open your ears, look at me, and pay attention because the reflection of perfection, Chantel Monroe, is gracing your screen," Chantel said while holding up a handheld mirror. "Can you tell I'm pure entertainment and love attention? So yeah, the NXT women's locker room better watch out, because when the show-stopping diva steps in the ring, it's not just a match, it's an experience."

At first glance, Chantel appears to be a cross between main roster stars Blake Monroe and Lash Legend. I have faith that she can set herself apart, though.

A prop, in her case a mirror, will instantly allow fans to link something tangible to her. In her short introductory video, we also saw that she's wrestled main roster talent Maxxine Dupri on "WWE Main Event," which means she already has decent in-ring experience under her belt.

Chantel physically appeared on "NXT" as well, specifically in a backstage segment with Kendal Grey and Wren Sinclair. This is especially notable given that Grey is a former NXT Women's Champion and Sinclair is the current number one contender.

Next week, Chantel will mark her "NXT" singles debut against Lizzy Rain. Getting screen time alongside three big stars in the brand's women's division in the meantime, however, is a pretty good way to kick off her overall "NXT" career.