Brody King files for ‘Hounds of Hell’ trademark

With Malakai Black unlikely to appear for AEW again, his former faction may be getting a new name.
Brody King filed a trademark for the term “Hounds of Hell” on January 15, potentially hinting at a new AEW faction or tag team name. King was a member of the House of Black — but that faction has lost its leader. Malakai Black is believed to be gone from AEW and is rumored to be returning to WWE when he is contractually able to.
The trademark application was made by King using his real name (Nathan Blauvelt) and is listed as covering goods and services related to merchandise and professional wrestling performances:
- For: Shirts and short-sleeved shirts; Hooded sweatshirts; Shirts; Bandanas; Socks; Sweatshirts; Hats
- For: Providing online interviews featuring professional wrestlers in the field of professional wresting and sports entertainment for entertainment purposes; Providing wrestling news and information via a global computer network; Entertainment services, namely, live appearances by a professional wrestler and sports entertainer; Entertainment services, namely, televised appearances by a professional wrestler and sports entertainer; Entertainment services, namely, personal appearances by a professional wrestler and sports entertainer; Entertainment in the nature of wrestling contests; Entertainment services, namely, wrestling exhibits and performances by a professional wrestler and entertainer
Buddy Matthews and Julia Hart have also been part of House of Black. Recently on AEW television, Adam Copeland and Will Ospreay have offered praise and encouragement for the three remaining House of Black members.
Hart accompanied King on Collision last Saturday for his dominant victory over Trevor Blackwell.