In both religion and ancient forms of magic, there has always been mystical strength and intensity surrounding the “Power of Three,” a triad of influences and reverence.

At Night of Champions, the Power of Three will also be on prominent display as a triumvirate of headstrong Superstars – WWE Champion Randy Orton, John Cena and Triple H – clash for the most coveted title in all of WWE.

The history simmering between Orton and Triple H has been well-documented and has lately boiled over into a deep, personal cruelty. For months, The Viper targeted Triple H and his family, including wife Stephanie McMahon, until finally he punted The Game in the skull, leaving his nemesis incapacitated for months.

The recent return of The King of Kings to Raw shocked everyone, including the WWE Champion, who found himself on the punishing end of Triple H’s vengeance – and a steel chair.

While the animosity between Orton and Triple H will unquestionably hang foul in the air, how might the inclusion of Cena affect the dynamic of the match? Cena has dealt with The Viper on several occasions but has only faced The Game one-on-one three times, resulting in one win, one loss and, most recently, a double disqualification. One hint may be found in the Triple Threat Match from WrestleMania XXIV, during which Cena, Triple H and then-WWE Champion Orton clashed.

It was toward the end of that match when Triple H and Cena traded heavy-fisted blows until finally The Game was able to administer a devastating Pedigree. Just when it appeared that The King of Kings would emerge with the gold, however, The Viper struck, punting The Cerebral Assassin squarely in the temple and quickly slithering atop Cena for the three-count to retain.

While two Superstars left empty-handed that night, there’s little doubt that both Triple H and Cena will do everything in their respective power to prevent a repeat performance. How they plan to achieve that is anyone’s guess. After all, each man prides himself on the ability to tackle challenges on their own, having proven that they’re their own men, prepared to plow through any Superstar, friend or foe, to capture gold again.

Will an intense focus of Orton and The Game on one another allow Cena to capitalize? Can Orton once again find the cunning enough to retain his precious gold? Will Orton’s Legacy henchmen play a role? Will Triple H and Cena find common cause to eliminate The Viper?

To find out the answers to these questions, catch all the action on the pay-per-view or Direct Webcast on July 26, 8 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. CT.