So, to track this; they have badguys from a game that no longer exists, based on a show that no longer exists, in an entirely different game for no particular reason.

used to really like RIFT on launch

I tried watching the show, because the girl who lived across the hall from us REALLY liked it, and she hung out a lot. But it was a big ole mess. Lots of style and lore and nothing really happened, but the game was mildly fun! The setting and premise were good for a game, mid for a show.