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SINGLES MATCH
Mason Alexander Vanderbilt vs Alex Blade
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{ Cut The Cord by Shinedown comes on and Alex Blade comes out at the crowd entrance wearing grey and red tights and black kick pads boots and wearing a muscle shirt he looks at all the fans. He makes his way down the crowd entrance with a focus look on his face and lets the fans touch him. He climbs over the barricade. He climbs the steel steps and stops for a moment. Then jumps inside the ring he takes off his muscle shirt and throws it to a fan. And get ready for his opponent to enter the ring. }
Vasco Dias: Alex Blade is out here to face one of IWFs newcomers in Mason Alexander Vanderbilt!
Terri Morasco: It’s going to be a tough one for Alex Blade, I think. Mason was quite impressive in his debut.
{ The camera transitions over to the stage where on the screen, images of traditional “Americana” can be seen. Beginning with shots of Times Square in New York City, the videos then transitions between skylines of some of America’s most notable locations. The skylines of Miami, Chicago, San Francisco, Detroit, Houston, and New York City are shown. After a moment, much of the United States natural landforms are shown in a drone-style fly-over style. The Rocky Mountains, Grand Canyon, and Niagara Falls are just a few of the images shown in quick succession. Suddenly, the video transitions to a majestic valley, where a large American flag stands erect, flowing through the wind at the top of a hill. Suddenly, the imagery overtakes the screen on the feed of those watching around the world. At this moment, the word “MAVERICK” flies across the screen. At that moment, the sounds of Goodbye June’s “Man of the Moment” fill the arena. With the camera transitioning back from the video feed to the live action in the arena, cheers and some jeers begin to fill the arena. Standing at the top of the ramp, wearing a sequined robe stands a smiling Mason Alexander Vanderbilt. }
{ the words “I love you all too” at the crowd who continue to rain down a mixed reaction at the self-proclaimed Maverick. Turning to face the ring, he once again adjusts his robe before walking over to the ring-stairs to begin his ascension into the ring. After walking onto the ring apron, he walks across the entirety of the side, before slowly climbing onto the middle of the turnbuckle. }
Alison Valance: From Manhattan, weighing two-hundred and thirty-five pounds, he is “The Maverick”, Mason… Alexander… Vanderbilt!
{ At the sound of his name, he rips open his robe, to reveal his chiseled physique. Beaming from ear-to-ear, he slowly removes the robe, allowing the inside to be seen as it is adorned with an American flag. Throwing it down to the ringside attendant, he jumps down from the turnbuckle. Methodically, he then enters the ring. Walking straight to the center, he picks his head up to look towards the crowd. His trunks, in American regalia, have the word Maverick directly printed on the front. Throwing the trousers out of the ring, he walks over to the nearest turnbuckle, and climbs up to the middle once again. He then takes his index and middle finger, and once again kisses them. Making the two peace signs once again. Throwing his arms into the air once again, Mason Alexander Vanderbilt poses proudly, letting the fans get their fill of his attitude. He then jumps down from the turnbuckle, and walks back towards the center of the ring awaiting the start of the match. }
Terri Morasco: And here’s MAV! He is looking to start strong going 2-0 in the IWF, but Alex Blade might have something to say about that.
Vasco Dias: We’re already starting things!
{ The match kicks off with Alex Blade taking a cheap shot at Vanderbilt. Vanderbilt was put on the early defense with Blade trying to keep Vanderbilt from getting any offense in. But Vanderbilt countered Blade roughly thirty seconds in, and everything began going his way! The “American Suplex” or German Suplex put Alex Blade in a world of hurt, and Vanderbilt kept on top of him all while gaining confidence as he maintained control. He would earn a near fall with The Stump, but Alex Blade managed to kick out at the last possible moment! Mason Alexander Vanderbilt did not stray and took Alex Blade back up, before scooping him up and hitting The Maverick to earn the easy three-count. }
Winner by Pinfall at 5:22: MASON ALEXANDER VANDERBILT.
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SINGLES MATCH
Sorcha Wynne vs Zelda Simpson
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Alison Valance: The following match is for one fall.
Terri Morasco: It will be interesting to see how this match plays out.
Vasco Dias: Not that interesting.
{ The Final Fantasy X version of "The Prelude" kicks in as Zelda Simpson strolls into the arena, playing Pokemon GO on her iPhone 12 -- much to the crowd's laughter. Once she approaches the ring, an attendant calmly reminds her that it's time to wrestle...so she gently hands him the gadget and prepares to wait for her opposition. }
Alison Valance: First down to the ring… Zelda Simpson!
{ {The drums and guitars of "Rule of Nines" start to echo across the arena as Mist flls the entryway before Sorcha rises up form the floor when the main riff kicks in. stepping out smoothly dressed in a long cloak, ring gear underneath before she walks down the entryway , climbing the steps and kneeling in the middle of the ring to mutter some of prayer, rising and discarding the cloak jacket and movee to the corner.}
Alison Valance: Next down to the ring is Sorcha Wynne!
{As soon as the bell ring Soircha makes the first move. The two fight for a long time before Sorcha pins her for the win.}
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TRIOS TAG TEAM MATCH
If Pax and TDH win, Pax gets to chose the stipulation for his title defense next week, TDH get a World Tag Team Title Shot next week.
If Nick, Jason and Leo win, Nick gets to chose the stipulation for his title match next week, Jason and Leo get a World Tag Team Title shot next week.
Pax Stormcrow and TDH vs Nick Danger, Jason Williams and Leo Hemmingway
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{ All six participants make their entrances. }
Vasco Dias: Welcome back to Friday Night Sacrifice! Next up we have a trios match to determine that tag team title number one contenders as well as the match stipulation for the world television title match!
Terri Morasco: That’s right, Pax Stormcrow and Team Diversity hire versus the odd pairing of Nick Danger, Jason Williams and Leo Hemmingway!
{ The action is fast paced at that start of the match with TDH singling out Jason Williams and operating with quick tags. TDH continue their tandem offense until finally Pax is brought into the ring but Williams was able toe scape and tag in Nick Danger. Danger and Pax locked up for the first time and Pax quickly was able to take advantage. Pax worked over Danger for several minutes before Danger finally took control away from Pax and dropped Stormcrow right on his head!
Danger would tag in Leo who put on a stellar performance against the world television champion, showcasing why Hemmingway is a future star of the company. Eventually Pax escaped to tag in Nick who took control back from Leo as once again TDH worked like a well oiled machine against Hemmingway. Leo seemed like he was on an island unto himself as Williams refused to tag out. Danger would make his way back into the ring just for TDH to connect with a double superkick.
Pax came back in and tried to finish Danger off but Danger was able to escape and get a near roll up. Pax kicked out and Danger went to the corner to tag in Williams. Jason entered the ring and looked fired up. Jason and Pax went back and forth for several minutes before Pax isolated Jason in TDH’s corner. Pax tagged in Nate and all three hit Jason with a superkick before TDH put Jason away with #Decolonize! Leo walked away from the ring and Pax stopped Danger from breaking up the cover.
Winners: Pax Stormcrow and TDH at thirteen minutes and seven seconds }
Vasco Dias: What an outstanding trios match!
Terri Morasco: I can’t wait to see what stip Pax picks for the title match!
{ We take a commercial break. }
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SINGLES MATCH
Stephen Terrella vs Alek Bronson
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Alison Valance: The following contest is scheduled for one fall...
{ The beginning of " The Chain" starts, the arena fades to darkness as on the titantron the Smile comes on. Lights flicker as lightning strikes the ramp. The spotlight shines on Alek. As his head raises showing the mask. }
Alison Valance: Introducing first... standing 6'9" tall... and weighing in at 265lbs... he is The Cheshire Warrior... Alek Bronson!
{ He walks to the ring looking around. He slides into the ring. Then just laughs maniacally. }
Alison Valance: And his opponent...
{ The camera takes a long shot of the entryway as and the arena darkens. Smoke begins to rise from the ground atop the stage, cast in a purple hue from the lighting directly overhead as 'Disorder' begins to blare across the speakers. Terrella makes his entrance holding hands with Portia. They take a few steps before stopping to stand side-by-side on the stage, releasing hands. She places her left hand on his right shoulder and runs her right hand down his chest and abdomen as he lowers his glasses down the bridge of his nose before turning for a kiss. }
Alison Valance: About to make his way down the aisle, being accompanied by Portia... standing 6'2"... and weighing in at 309 pounds... from Cold Springs, Nevada... The King Of Clubs... Stephen Terrrrellllllaaaa!
{ Terrella re-positions his sunglasses and begins a slow walk toward the ring, arm-in-arm with Portia, to a chorus of boos. They reach the bottom of the stairs where they release arms. Terrella removes his sunglasses and vest and hands them to Portia. He surveys the arena for a few seconds with a menacing scowl before making a slow march up the stairs. Terrella walks the apron to the center of it, stopping with his left hand resting on the top rope to stare down the crowd as Portia applauds for her man from the floor. Finally he ducks under the top rope to enter the ring, rolling his shoulders once inside to ready himself to fight. }
{ The match starts with the two big bulls meeting each other in the middle of the ring. Terrella cracks his knuckles on each hand before throwing a middle finger up in Bronson's face. Bronson laughs as if he had just heard a joke. The Cheshire Warrior hits the ropes, building steam, and collides into Terrella. Neither man leaves their feet. Bronson goes to the ropes again. They smash together once more, with both men holding their ground. Bronson goes to ropes a third time, but slides under the bottom with a baseball slide of sorts instead out of bouncing off. He ends up near Portia, sending her fleeing. Fuming, Terrella immediately heads out to get between Portia and Bronson. }
{ Bronson gives Portia a wave, then uses his speed advantage to beat Terrella back into the ring. Terrella moves to follow, but Bronson cuts him off as he's coming under the bottom rope with a series of stomps to the back. Alek charges to the opposite side, shooting himself off the ropes and leveling Terrella with a big boot! Alek rips the padding off of the top turnbuckle, exposing the steel. He beats the King about the head with the soft pad, which the ref let's go both because of the unorthodoxed nature of the attack, and the lack of any real damage it's causing. The Cheshire Warrior let's out an extremely loud laugh, then whips Terrella back first into the exposed turnbuckle. Terrella grimaces in agony as he stumbles out, and Bronson plants him with a chokeslam! }
{ Alek goes to the outside once more, dragging Terrella out by a leg. He manages to tie Terrella up in the ring skirting. There, Alek is able to pepper Terrella with some snap jabs. Then Alek just rams Terrella's back into the apron over-and-over. Portia shouts at Alek from a safe distance, drawing his attention to her. Portia flees, but the distraction buys Terrella enough time to pull a wrench from under the ring. Portia complains to the official about Alek. When Bronson redirects his attention toward Terrella, Stephen plasters him in the skull with the wrench! Bronson hits the ground like a ton of bricks. Terrella takes a moment to compose himself and try to shake off some of the damage as the official starts to count. }
One!
Two!
Three!
Four!
Five!
Six!
{ Terrella hauls Bronson's body up and deposits it back inside the ring. Terrella marches up the stairs, stalking Bronson. The King stands over Bronson, starting to deliver a series of hard cross-face style punches over the bridge of Bronson's nose. Terrella's mean-streak goes on full display as he just starts digging and tearing through the eye-holes in Alek's mask, gouging at his eyes. The official threatens Terrella with a disqualification, which is the only thing that makes Stephen relent. As Alek lays on the canvas, Terrella locks on the Iron Throne and cranks back with absolutely everything he has. The official checks in on Alek, but he was already out long before from the wrench shot earlier, forcing the referee to call for the bell. }
Alison Valance: Ladies and gentlemen, your winner by referee stoppage... Stephen Terrella!
{ Terrella continues to apply the hold as his music hits. He holds it for almost a good minute until Portia has made her way into the ring. The King releases Alek, allowing him to fall face-first onto the canvas. Portia raises Terrella's arm as the King stares down at Alek with a scowl. }
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SEGMENT
With seven defenses under her belt, what's next for Virginia Stepanov?
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{ The opening to “Bitch better have my Money” slams from the speakers, sending a mixed reaction through the crowd. Virginia Stepanov steps out onto the stage with a smirk on her face. She is dressed in a pair of leather pants that lace up the sides and a spaghetti strap tank top and wearing the Imperial Diamond Championship proudly around her waist. }
Terri Morasco: The Imperial Diamond Championship is here today, getting a divided reaction from the crowd.
Vasco Dias: There are only two types of people in this world Terri. Those that acknowledge our Diamond Empress and those that are fools.
{ Virginia pauses at the edge of the stage, lifting a microphone to her lips. }
Virginia Stepanov: Duluth, Georgia! Your Diamond Empress has arrived!
{ Once again there is a mixed reaction from the crowd, though the hometown pop does sway more to the positive side. }
Virginia Stepanov: A lot of people have been talking about what’s next for Virginia Stepanov. It’s a good question, but the answer is easy.
{ Virginia smirks, looking around at the crowd. }
Virginia Stepanov: Whatever the hell I want.
{ She laughs as the crowd reacts around her. }
Virginia Stepanov: Let’s be real here. Since I have arrived I have been the most dominant champion in this company. It’s been 2 years since I kicked the doors in and I have spent 515 days as your Imperial Diamond Champion. I have 11 defenses. The only records I am beating are the ones I set.
{ She rests a hand on her waist and looks around with a smirk. }
Virginia Stepanov: Hell, the only other person who has 11 total title defenses since I have arrived was when Angel Black was stacking his cards against the performance center. I am THE champion of this company.
{ She soaks in the mixed reactions from the crowd, though they are slowly gaining in popularity. }
Virginia Stepanov: So you may find yourself asking, what is next for your Diamond Empress? Well, I have been hearing someone picking up my old battle cry. I hear someone has been demanding a challenge to be placed in front of them. I hear talks about running over the division.
{ Virginia looks around as the crowd grows louder at her words. }
Virginia Stepanov: But unlike Shelly, I don’t sit back and wait for management to give me the challenge I want. No, Shelly. I hunt for what I want. You have something that I want, and you best get yourself ready babe. Cause I’m coming for it. You’ve talked a lot of shit about being undefeated in singles action. But you ain’t the only bitch around here that hasn’t been beaten since you showed up. I’ll be seeing you really soon bae.
{ Virginia blows a kiss at the camera as the crowd erupts before she drops the mic onto the stage and struts back behind the curtains. }
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MIXED TAG TEAM MATCH
Shelly Diamond and Mystery Partner vs Monika Mourning and Warren Suffering
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{ We come back from commercial break to the commentary booth. }
Vasco Dias: Welcome back to Friday Night Sacrifice!
Terri Morasco: We’ve got an interesting match for you next. Shelly Diamond, the Women’s World Champion is teaming up with a mystery partner to take on Monika Mourning and Warren Suffering!
Vasco Dias: So who do you think her partner is?
Terri Morasco: Well Shelly has been stirring the pot on Twitter all week. She’s name dropped several other promotions, I mean, it’s really anyone’s guess.
Vasco Dias: Well let’s find out!
{ Monika Mourning and Warren Suffering are already in the ring. }
{ The lights in the arena dim to a dull grey as smoke emits from the ramp way. Envy by Ice Nine Kills hits the pa as the lights in the arena turn bright white. As the song really kicks in the lights die down to a normal level to reveal Shelly Diamond standing on the ramp with the IWF Women's World Championship over her shoulder. }
Say what you want, the jealousy's absolute!
You've already got the claws diggin' into you!
You're hopelessly green, like the sickness you feed!
The greed never leaves, it just lies and deceives!
Believe me! This envy, it's gonna be the end!
{ Shelly holds the IWF Women's World Championship up over her head as pyro erupts behind her. Once the light show dies down she begins to strut her way toward the ring to the beat of the music. Shelly walks up the steps, climbing up the outside of the ropes before throwing the IWF Women's World Championship up over her head again as the lights in the arena turn up to a blinding level. When the lights return to normal she is now standing in the center of the ring with a microphone in her hand. }
Shelly Diamond: So are you all ready to find out who my mystery partner is!?
{ The crowd roars as Shelly looks around with a smirk. }
Shelly Diamond: Maybe it’s Captain Cosmo!?
{ There’s a big pop. }
Shelly Diamond: Or Justin Cage!?
{ There’s an even bigger pop as Shelly smiles even wider. }
Shelly Diamond: Or maybe…
{ Suddenly the lights drop out as the opening riff of Bad to the Bone by George Thorogood hits. The entire arena lets out a collective boo as this whole build up was one big troll by his sister, Shelly. The graphics on the screen show some of the many highlights of the career of Rob Diamond. The lights in the arena start to strobe pink as the second, third, fourth and fifth riffs all hit with pink pyro launching out of the stage and just as the lyrics kick in, Rob Diamond steps out to a enormous boos! }
Vasco Dias: Rob Diamond is back in the IWF!
Terri Morasco: And the crowd is not appreciating the troll!
Vasco Dias: That was some classic Diamond trolling.
{ Rob Diamond walks down the ramp trying to slap some hands but the crowd members pull back, not happy to see the former World Champion back in the IWF. Rob smirks and points finger guns at a couple different people like he is still over before reaching the steps. Rob runs up the steps and teased climbing up the ropes but then steps into the ring. Rob hands Alison Valance a note card. }
Alison Valance: At this time it is my honor and my privilege to introduce… THE MASTER OF DISASTER! THE FACE OF THE FRANCHISE! THE SULTAN OF SWAT! HE IS THE GREATEST OF ALL TIME! ROB DIAMOND!!!!
{ After the introduction, Rob throws up both arms with his index fingers in the air as pink pyro erupts along the ring apron behind him. Finally, Rob joins Shelly as she smiles as the crowd boos. }
Shelly Diamond: Oh, I’m sorry! Were you expecting someone else!?
{ Shelly laughs with her brother as the crowd continues to let them have it. }
Shelly Diamond: Well I’m sorry to disappoint but after having a look around I couldn’t find anyone GOOD ENOUGH to share the ring with me besides my own baby brother!
{ Rob laughs as the two hug. }
Shelly Diamond: Remind the people who you are, Rob.
{ Rob suddenly breaks away from Shelly and hits Warren with a huge spear! Shelly crashes into Monika with the D-Trigger! The referee, Grave Roberts, callas for the bell! }
Vasco Dias: I don’t believe this!
Terri Morasco: Rob Diamond is back!
{ Shelly drags Monika out of the ring and throws her hard into the guard rail. Shelly then grabs Monike and hits her with a snap shoulder capture suplex! Back inside the ring, Rob pulls Warren up and just slaps him across the face as hard as he can. }
Vasco Dias: Rob and Warren have so much history!
Terri Morasco: And it doesn’t look like Rob cares.
{ Rob hits Warren with the first move of doom, a hip toss followed by a five knuckle shuffle. Rob pulls Warren up for the second move of doom, a Fist full of Democracy spinning backfist! Rob hits the third move of doom, an atomic drop followed by a lunging clothesline! Rob drags Warren to the corner for the fourth move of doom, shattered dreams! Rob pulls Warren off the ropes for the final move of doom. DIAMOND CUTTER! Rob makes the cover and it’s an easy three count! }
Terri Morasco: Not a surprise here.
Vasco Dias: Not at all.
{ Shelly comes back into the ring. }
Shelly Diamond: Do you remember now!? Do you remember who this man is!?
{ The crowd boos. }
Shelly Diamond: That’s fine. Disrespect me. Disrespect my brother! But there is no denying we are two of the best to ever do it! There is no denying I’m the Pinnacle of the Promotion! There is no denying that my brother is one of the most decorated stars this promotion has ever had!
{ The crowd keeps booing as Shelly hands Rob the mic. }
Rob Diamond: Falcon, Angel, Spike, Steve… Those are the names of the people who have somehow overshadowed me from the beginning of my career! A decade plus of being the best GODDAMN professional wrestler the world has ever known and somehow I always wound up being the Robin to some other assholes Batman!
{ Rob looks around with disgust. }
Rob Diamond: Even when I finally won the NCW World Title I was still Steve Awesome’s sidekick! Even when I won the IWF World Title I was still the third man in a bad comedy act! I AM NOT A COMEDY ACT!
{ Rob looks around the arena again. }
Rob Diamond: FUCK BEING INFAMOUS! FUCK FALCON! FUCK ANGEL! FUCK THE NOT SO DEAD SPIKE KANE! FUCK STEVE AWESOME! AND FUCK JAMES GILMORE!
{ Shelly claps for her brother. }
Rob Diamond: I am DONE being a supporting character when I should be the star! I am done taking a step back so I don’t hurt someone else’s ego! You wanna know something? I felt bad for Steve. I felt bad for James. When I was on top of the world and finally accomplished everything I ever dreamed of. I took my foot off the throttle. I decided to share the wealth… FUCK THAT!
{ Shelly continues to clap for her brother. }
Rob Diamond: From here on out the only people I trust are the FIRST FAMILY OF PROFESSIONAL WRESTLING! THE DIAMONDS!
{ Shelly takes the mic back from her brother. }
Shelly Diamond: I couldn’t have said it any better myself. Blood is thicker than water. For far too long the IWF management, performers and the fans have disrespected my family. That time is over! It’s time the world sees us for who we are! And who are we? We are the ones who put in the work. We are the ones who do the work. WE ARE! THE WORK! And The Work is never done. Here or anywhere else… Stay tuned.
{ Shelly drops the mic as Envy kicks on with her and Rob holding each other’s hands high in the air. }
Vasco Dias: Shelly and Rob Diamond sending a major message to the IWF roster, it’s fans and the larger wrestling world.
Terri Morasco: This isn’t who we thought her partner was going to be but this was a shocking surprise all the same.
Vasco Dias: Absolutely. Things are about to get very interesting.
{ Shelly and Rob exit the ring as Envy continues to play as we head to another commercial break. }
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SEGMENT
After last week's match, the IWF has a wedding present for Dean Harper and Warren Kane
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{ We are taken to a video package showcasing some of Warren and Dean's moments together inside and outside of IWF set to the tune of Ice Nine Kills "Can't Hep Falling In Love". As the song plays over the images text appears on the screen. }
"The IWF is proud to celebrate the marriage of two of it's greatest professional wrestlers in the history of the company. We could think of no greater gift for the First Couple of IWF than a World Tag Team Title Match at High Stakes! Congratulations!"
{ The video package continues to play to the full length of the song. }
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DEATHMATCH
Winner receives a World Title Match at High Stakes
Nick Knight vs Abraxes
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Alison Valance: Ladies and gentlemen this is your main event of the evening and it is a DEATHMATCH with the winner being named #1 Contender to the IWF World Championship!
Terri Morasco: The stakes don't get much higher than this Vasco.
Vasco Dias: I see what you did there but I have to agree there Nick Knight and Abraxes are about to tear each other part for a chance to face Wraith for the championship at High Stakes.
Allison Valance: Introducing first from Hollywood, California… NICK KNIGHT!
{The driving guitars of FFDP’s This Is War fills the arena as Nick Knight steps onto the entrance ramp. The voice of Ivan Moody joins the fray as pyro turns the stage into a warzone, UNO, DOS, TRES, GET THE FUCK UP!!! Knight stomps through the smoke and and down the ramp dressed in purple track pants and a purple and gold xXx Wrestling Academy t-shirt. Nick reaches ringside and slides under the bottom rope and quickly gets to his feet, his eyes never leaving his opponent as he tears away the pants revealing a pair of black trunks with the Knight chess piece logo. Pulling the shirt over his head he throws it into the crowd and awaits the bell.}
Terri Morasco: In his time in IWF I don't think I've ever seen Nick Knight look this focused and dialed in.
Vasco Dias: There's a lot on the line Morasco.
Alison Valance: And his opponent hailing from The Pit… ABRAXES!
{The lights in the arena flicker and die as if there were some kind of power outage. As the light sounds of an acoustic guitar play, the high pitched laughter of children fills the air. A red spotlight shines on the stage as heavy smoke rolls across the floor. As opening lyrics of Monster (Under my Bed) by Call me Karizma starts to sing Abraxes rises from the center of the stage, his eyes burning out from under his mask as he stares down at the ring. The rhythm of the song changes from a twisted lullaby to a grinding rock song just as he rises to his full height. Abraxes glares around at the audience before he walks down the ramp, focused on the ring in front of him. Rather than entering the ring Abraxes reaches under the ring and starts pulling out tables, chairs, chains, ladders, boxes of light tubes, rolls of barbed wire and bags filled with thumbtacks.}
Vasco Dias: Why do we keep stuff like this under the the ring?
Terri Morasco: For moments like this. Parents hide your children's eyes. This is about to get extremely violent.
{As soon as the bell sounded Knight, who isn't typically known as a high flyer, dives between the ropes only to eat a chair shot to the face from Abraxes that busted him open instantly on the first strike of the match. Abraxes crackles and the crowd boos. For the opening few minutes it was all Abraxes using a variety of weapons to beat and batter Knight but he never seemed concerned about trying to make a cover. After several minutes of having his attempts at offense thwarted a blood covered Knight picked up a chain and started swinging it over his head daring Abraxes to comes close. The masked man obliged trying to duck under the swinging chain to hit a chopblock but Nick sidestepped and in one fluid motion wrapped the chain around his neck and threw him over the top rope hanging him in the rematch process. Abraxes continued to laugh as the life drained from his body.}
Terri Morasco: I don't know if Abraxes is even human but he's being hung and laughing about it! A man is being hung on national television.
Vasco Dias: You act like it's the first time that's happened in IWF.
{Suddenly Abraxes movement stops, his chest not even rising and falling with each breath and Knight lets go of the chain and slides out of the ring. As Nick goes to pull a lifeless Abraxes down the the monsters eyes pop open and he throws a handful of tacks into the face of Knight. With the tides once again in his favor Abraxes goes back on the offense with the weapons just brutalizing Knight for several minutes before setting up a table. Abraxes then places Nick on the apron of the ring and climbed up with him. He lifts Nick up looking for a Fall Away Slam off the apron and through the table but Knight grabs the top rope to free himself and kicks Abraxes in the gut before hitting Banned in Memphis off the apron through the table to a loud "Holy Shit" chant. Slowly Knight stands and quickly grabs Abraxes and rolls him into the ring and makes the cover.}
1…
2…
2.999999999….
{Abraxes kicks out with authority.}
Terri Morasco: How in the world did he kick out of that!
Vasco Dias: He's not from this world.
{In total disbelief Nick Knight runs his fingers through his hair before grabbing two chairs and spacing them a few feet apart before taking a box of light tubes and positioning them across the seats of the chair making a small table of light tubes. Knight then brings Abraxes to his feet with his back to the light tube chair table thing and hits a Dragon Suplex putting Abraxes through the tubes and the chairs while also cutting his own arms. Blood or some other liquid pours from the back of the head of Abraxes as Nick covers him and once again Abraxes kicks out this time sitting up and latching onto the throat of Knight. They make it back to their feet and starting swinging wildly trading blows like a they haven't already been fighting for fifteen minutes. The violent exchanges would continue with neither man able to score the pinfall and TV time running low. Out of ideas Knight crawlspace out of the ring a bloody unrecognizable mess and starts looking under the ring where he finds a pane of solid glass with mouse traps glued to it and slides it into the ring. He props it up in the corner and then turns his attention back to Abraxes who buries his gloved index finger in Nick's eye up to the knuckle nearly as he reaches down to pick him up. Knight screams in agony as Abraxes places him in position for Consign to Dream.}
Terri Morasco: He can't do this! If he Crucifix Powerbombs Nick Knight through that pane of glass covered in mouse traps that could end his 20 year career right here.
Vasco Dias: And Abraxes just doesn't care.
{Before Abraxes can complete the move that would have surely ended the match Nick wiggles free snatches Abraxes into a Half and Half hold and turns his body slightly before hitting Non-Dairy Creamer through the mousetrap covered glass. Knight covers and the ref counts the 1...2... 3 giving the victory to Nick Knight in twenty two minutes and twenty seven seconds securing his shot at Wraith and the World Title at High Stakes.}
Terri Morasco: Nick Knight wins but at what cost? Neither of these men will be the same after this.
Vasco Dias: One of them isn't a man but in this epic battle of man versus monster man won.
{ Nick Knight is having his arm raised in the air as the victor of the match when the lights throughout the building suddenly go out; the crowd roars into a frenzy although the lights are delayed with returning on... And when they finally do: The IWF Men's World Champion is standing in the center of the ring facing Nick Knight. Both of the men meet in the center of the ring getting nose-to-nose as Nick Knight is mouthing off at a silent Wraith; Wraith takes the championship in his hand and holds it over his head at an angle that the belt is almost between both of them. The sneering and snarling from both who look to stand as the alpha of the company continues. Neither one budges as the show finally fades out with the final image of the challenger and champion facing off. }
Well howdy there pardner.