Raw: 1998
The Attitude Era kicks into high gear on Raw in 1998 as "Stone Cold" Steve Austin makes Mr. McMahon's life a living hell while Triple H leads D-Generation X to war not only against the entire WWE, but also WCW.
Season 6 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of Raw Season 5.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Season overview
The Attitude Era kicks into high gear on Raw in 1998 as "Stone Cold" Steve Austin makes Mr. McMahon's life a living hell while Triple H leads D-Generation X to war not only against the entire WWE, but also WCW.
Episode Guide
Season 6 Progress Shield
January 5, 1998
Jan 5, 1998 · 82 min
When WWE Champion Shawn Michaels calls out The Undertaker before their upcoming Casket Match, the Heartbreak Kid may have to pay for his sins a little early. Fed up with the recent
January 12, 1998
Jan 12, 1998 · 86 min
"Stone Cold" Steve Austin target every participant in the 1998 Royal Rumble Match. While DX looks to settle a score with The Undertaker, Kane shows The Phenom that blood may be thi
January 19, 1998
Jan 19, 1998 · 92 min
Boxing Legend Mike Tyson is announced as the guest enforcer for the "Stone Cold" Steve Austin vs. Shawn Michaels match at WrestleMania. Paul Bearer reveals his plans for Kane in th
January 26, 1998
Jan 26, 1998 · 89 min
After "Stone Cold" Steve Austin and Mike Tyson's recent altercation, things continue to escalate when the Rattlesnake issues a challenge to the boxing legend. As Owen Hart faces Tr
February 2, 1998
Feb 2, 1998 · 92 min
As DX campaigns to let Mike Tyson and "Stone Cold" Steve Austin fight at WrestleMania, The Rattlesnake lets Shawn Michaels know that he is coming for his WWE Championship. The New
February 9, 1998
Feb 9, 1998 · 90 min
The battle lines between "Stone Cold" Steve Austin's unlikely allies and Shawn Michaels' gang of degenerates are drawn. Ken Shamrock's issues with the Nation of Domination continue
February 16, 1998
Feb 16, 1998 · 87 min
On this special Saturday edition of Raw, The Artist Formerly Known as Goldust & Marc Mero take on Cactus Jack & Chainsaw Charlie. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin delivers a message to Mi
February 23, 1998
Feb 23, 1998 · 87 min
From safe within the home of Shawn Michaels, the members of DX deliver a message to their adversaries and proclaim that WrestleMania XIV will be X-rated. Faarooq reinforces his lea
March 2, 1998
Mar 2, 1998 · 91 min
Mike Tyson and DX shock the world. Kane faces "Stone Cold" Steve Austin in the main event. Plus, Taka Michinoku teams with The Headbangers to take on Barry Windham & The Rock 'n' R
March 9, 1998
Mar 9, 1998 · 91 min
With Mike Tyson now the newest member of DX, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin vows to take the show hostage until he comes face to face with Mr. McMahon. The Undertaker plays mind games w
March 17, 1998
Mar 17, 1998 · 85 min
Mr. McMahon lets the WWE Universe know exactly what he thinks of "Stone Cold" Steve Austin possibly becoming the WWE Champion. Billy Gunn takes on Chainsaw Charlie while Road Dogg
March 23, 1998
Mar 23, 1998 · 90 min
WWE Champion Shawn Michaels delivers a final message to "Stone Cold" Steve Austin before they meet at WrestleMania. Kane turns up the heat in his rivalry with The Undertaker. As Sa
March 30, 1998
Mar 30, 1998 · 92 min
The Austin Era has officially begun as "Stone Cold" shows Mr. McMahon exactly what kind of WWE Champion he will be. Triple H assumes the leadership of DX and introduces some new me
April 6, 1998
Apr 6, 1998 · 91 min
Mr. McMahon learns that rattlesnakes don't make good pets when he vows to show the WWE Universe a new and improved Stone Cold Steve Austin. DX takes on the Disciples of Apocalypse
April 13, 1998
Apr 13, 1998 · 102 min
WWE Champion "Stone Cold" Steve Austin battles Mr. McMahon for the first time ever in a groundbreaking main event. The Undertaker tries to settle the score with Kane. Faarooq looks
April 20, 1998
Apr 20, 1998 · 90 min
"Stone Cold" Steve Austin looks for payback on Dude Love. As The Undertaker looks to settle the score with Kane, Kane and Paul Bearer make a grave decision. Faarooq takes his rival
April 27, 1998
Apr 27, 1998 · 89 min
"Stone Cold" Steve Austin defends his WWE Championship against a bizarre opponent. WWE cameras go to the front lines as DX takes the war to WCW in an unprecedented fashion. In an e
May 4, 1998
May 4, 1998 · 92 min
Mr. McMahon gives Dude Love another opportunity to become the No. 1 Contender for the WWE Championship. D-Generation X find themselves at odds with other factions. The rivalry betw
May 11, 1998
May 11, 1998 · 94 min
Mr. McMahon stuns the WWE Universe by making "Stone Cold" Steve Austin team with an unlikely partner. As DX continues their crusade against WCW, WWE cameras take a special look at
May 18, 1998
May 18, 1998 · 94 min
"Stone Cold" Steve Austin faces Pat Patterson & Gerald Brisco in a Street Fight. As Dude Love must reckon with Dustin Runnels. The New Age Outlaws defend the Tag Championship again
May 25, 1998
May 25, 1998 · 93 min
Mr. McMahon learns that even he isn't above the law when "Stone Cold" Steve Austin teaches him a lesson in hard time, but the boss may have the last laugh when The Rattlesnake must
June 1, 1998
Jun 1, 1998 · 94 min
Following his loss to Stone Cold Steve Austin at Over The Edge, Dude Love looks to leave the WWE for the good of mankind. The Undertaker makes his intentions for the WWE Championsh
June 8, 1998
Jun 8, 1998 · 93 min
"Stone Cold" Steve Austin crashes a special ceremony for Mr. McMahon. As DX visits to New York City, the New Age Outlaws defend the WWE Tag Team Championships against L.O.D. 2000 a
June 15, 1998
Jun 15, 1998 · 99 min
The Hell in a Cell makes its RAW debut as Stone Cold looks to settle a score. Exclusive 'Extra Attitude' after RAW went off the air!
June 22, 1998
Jun 22, 1998 · 95 min
As Mr. McMahon makes the stipulation that "Stone Cold" Steve Austin's WWE Title defense at King of the Ring will be a First Blood Match, Kane speaks for the first time. While Paul
June 29, 1998
Jun 29, 1998 · 96 min
Mr. McMahon crowns Kane with the WWE Championship. However, before the new champion can get used to wearing the gold, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin challenges him to a rematch in the m
July 6, 1998
Jul 6, 1998 · 88 min
The Undertaker, Kane, and Mankind compete in a No. 1 Contender's Match for the WWE Championship. DX takes their problems with The Nation to another level when they impersonate thei
July 13, 1998
Jul 13, 1998 · 91 min
The New Age Outlaws challenge Kane & Mankind for the Tag Team Championship with special referees Undertaker and WWE Champion "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. The Nation takes violent exc
July 20, 1998
Jul 20, 1998 · 94 min
Mr. McMahon demands to know if The Undertaker has an alliance with Kane. WWE Champion "Stone Cold" Steve Austin faces Mankind & Kane in a Handicap Match. Triple H defends his Europ
July 27, 1998
Jul 27, 1998 · 98 min
The Undertaker & "Stone Cold" Steve Austin defend the Tag Team Championship against the New Age Outlaws. The Rock defends the Intercontinental Champion against Triple H and X-Pac.
August 3, 1998
Aug 3, 1998 · 85 min
"Stone Cold" Steve Austin and The Undertaker defend the Tag Team Championship against The Rock & Owen Hart. A rift in DX begins to form when X-Pac and Triple H go one-on-one for a
August 10, 1998
Aug 10, 1998 · 93 min
The Undertaker and "Stone Cold" Steve Austin defend the Tag Team Championship in a Four Corners Tag Team Match. The recent problems within DX come to a head. Val Venis reveals the
August 17, 1998
Aug 17, 1998 · 91 min
WWE Champion "Stone Cold" Steve Austin vows to get his hands on The Undertaker. The rivalry between DX and The Nation takes a violent turn as both groups face off in a Street Fight
August 24, 1998
Aug 24, 1998 · 92 min
The Undertaker reveals an unlikely ally that spells trouble for Stone Cold. 'Extra Attitude' after RAW went off the air!
September 5, 1998
Sep 5, 1998 · 85 min
On a special Raw Saturday Night, Mr. McMahon vows to end "Stone Cold" Steve Austin's reign as WWE Champion by announcing a master plan. The Rock tries to salvage the remains of his
September 12, 1998
Sep 12, 1998 · 84 min
On a special Raw Saturday Night, DX takes on Kaentai in an Eight Man Tag Team Match. The Rock promises he will always be the People's Champion and vows to get some payback on Kane.
September 14, 1998
Sep 14, 1998 · 94 min
Mr. McMahon reveals his master plan to end "Stone Cold" Steve Austin's reign as WWE Champion, however Ken Shamrock may take care of things a little early when he challenges the Rat
September 21, 1998
Sep 21, 1998 · 94 min
To ensure that Ken Shamrock, Mankind, and The Rock don't team up with "Stone Cold" Steve Austin against The Undertaker and Kane, Mr. McMahon places all three men in a Triple Threat
September 28, 1998
Sep 28, 1998 · 98 min
The fire is burning inside of Vince McMahon with his sights set on Stone Cold Steve Austin, however, Austin plans to extinguish that fire with the use of a Zamboni. The Rock, Manki
October 5, 1998
Oct 5, 1998 · 94 min
While Mr. McMahon recuperates from his injuries in the hospital, Mankind surprises him with some special visitors to cheer him up. But as the boss demands to be left alone, another
October 12, 1998
Oct 12, 1998 · 100 min
"Stone Cold" Steve Austin has his sights set on Mr. McMahon and his luxury corvette. The New Age Outlaws defend the WWE Tag Team Championship against LOD 2000. Ken Shamrock faces S
October 19, 1998
Oct 19, 1998 · 98 min
While celebrate firing "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, Mr. McMahon becomes the hunted as the Rattlesnake looks to strike back at his former employer. Kane looks to finally lay The Under
October 26, 1998
Oct 26, 1998 · 94 min
Following "Stone Cold" Steve Austin's reinstatement, Mr. McMahon is stunned to realize his rivalry with Austin has become a family matter. However, Ken Shamrock looks to force The
November 2, 1998
Nov 2, 1998 · 105 min
No one is safe as Mr. McMahon goes on a rampage to show everyone that he is still the boss. With every superstar at the mercy of his wrath, the Chairman turns to the Big Boss Man t
November 9, 1998
Nov 9, 1998 · 96 min
"Stone Cold" Steve Austin looks to get his hands on the Big Boss Man. The Rock takes on Mark Henry in the main event. When Kane tries to bring the heat in his rivalry with The Unde
November 16, 1998
Nov 16, 1998 · 94 min
Mr. McMahon welcomes The Rock as the new WWE Champion. But before the celebration can get under way, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin reveals a clause in his contract that forces The Corp
November 23, 1998
Nov 23, 1998 · 95 min
Mr. McMahon shocks the world by making Shawn Michaels WWE Commissioner, however, The Heartbreak Kid's loyalties are called into question as he forces The Rock to defend his WWE Cha
November 30, 1998
Nov 30, 1998 · 102 min
As "Stone Cold" Steve Austin looks for payback on The Undertaker and Paul Bearer, the he finds an unlikely ally. When X-Pac calls out Commissioner Shawn Michaels for siding with Th
December 7, 1998
Dec 7, 1998 · 95 min
"Stone Cold" Steve Austin must walk through the valley of darkness as The Undertaker prepares to make the ultimate sacrifice to his ministry. Commissioner Shawn Michaels looks to t
December 14, 1998
Dec 14, 1998 · 80 min
After DX provides a unique perspective of their Corporate rivals with another hilarious impersonation, The Rock puts Triple H to the test by offering him an opportunity at his WWE
December 21, 1998
Dec 21, 1998 · 95 min
As Triple H & X-Pac are set to take on Test & The Rock in the main event, the New Age Outlaws are put in singles competition against the Big Boss Man & Ken Shamrock. Plus, Shane Mc
December 28, 1998
Dec 28, 1998 · 100 min
The Corporation looks for revenge on DX by placing them in some brutal matches including forcing Road Dogg to defend his Hardcore Championship against Mankind. The WWE Universe get