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'We're not here to take part… we're here to take over,' has become one of Conor McGregor's most famous soundbites
There have been plenty to choose from. The 'Notorious' has inspired a deeply loyal following from his native Ireland and once again a flood of green runs along the Las Vegas strip ahead of his UFC 229 championship bout with Khabib Nurmagomedov
Every casino, bar and restaurant seems to hold at least a handful of supporters from the Emerald Isle
Every so often the unmistakable accent cuts through the buzz around slot machines and roulette tables
More often than not they're talking about the fight. A fair few slightly overcooked it on Friday night and there will some sore heads among the travelling hoard scattered along Las Vegas boulevard, from Mandalay Bay all the way down to Cesar's Palace
The boozing will continue unabated as McGregor's 'Proper 12' whiskey, a single malt he's taken every chance to promote this week, continues to fly off the shelves despite some scathing reviews from critics
But if hair of the dog isn't the remedy for some of the more fragile on Saturday, the unbridled excitement of the biggest fight in UFC history should do the job
The crowds are piling towards T-Mobile Arena and the state-of-the-art venue will house 18,000 later on
They're already filling the concourse outside, emptying their wallets and filling their stomachs in a number of BBQ joints and sports bars
Spirits are sky high among those draped in tricolour flags following Friday's explosive face-off
McGregor kicked out at Khabib and security were forced to intervene to pour water on a smouldering stare-down
Plenty believe the Dubliner has wormed his way into the champion's head but Khabib has remained stoic throughout
The relationship between both fighter and fans is a two-way street. McGregor has taken the opportunity to rally his troops any time he can get his hands on a mic
'You'll never beat the f****** Irish. The Irish are back in town, I love it! It's great to see the fans here, I'm thrilled with the energy and seeing my people, thank you so much from the bottom of my heart, it's good to be back,' was the rallying cry during Thursday's press conference
He went on: 'The fans are why I'm here, the love, the energy. I'm here, I know who the king is and I'll show it on Saturday night
' Those who have completed their 5000-mile pilgrimage and taken over Las Vegas will be desperate to see McGregor proved right