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Post by Jess Fowler on Apr 16, 2024 16:53:13 GMT
 ------------------------------- SEGMENTCoffee Run! ------------------------------- { The opening shot shows the doors leading to the parking garage as they burst open! The Glasgow audience can be heard giving a cheer when they lay eyes on The IWF Ginger, assistant to the co-GM, Cliff Cook, as he holds a biodegradable cup holder filled with coffeeā¦surrounding him is also an entourage of people also carrying the same biodegradable cup holders. } Cliff Cook: Good evening, people! Good evening! { He gives an introduction to the crew that has all shown up to ensure that Coliseum and Sacrifice go off without a single hitch, and as something that has silently become customary for everyoneās favorite gingerā¦he is readying a pep speech to keep the positivity rolling, and so he takes a step onto a small crate, and onto a medium sized crate, and then finally onto a large crate that he uses as a pedestal. } Cliff Cook: Hey, yo, can I get everyoneās attention, please? { Despite the soft, friendly tone that he has, his voice still carries with a certain commanding aspect to it. } Cliff Cook: The bossā my bossā wanted to just say how proud they are of the work that youāve all been doing, and they were really insistent that this show in particular needed to beā¦perfect! Soā we got some gourmet coffee for everybody as a way to just say thank you for being here, and thank you for making IWF the greatest company on the planet for ten years now! Hereās to another ten years! { Raising one of the mugs over his head, although the one in particular in his hand is actually a boba instead of coffeeā¦ The crowd that has amassed all give a round of applause, and one by one, each worker and even the members of management are coming forward to get their specialty coffee. } Cliff Cook: Enjoy! Enjoy! Enjoy! { Cliff says to every single worker as he hands them outā¦with them finally out of coffee, Randon Haynes suddenly approaches with a mild smile on his face. He holds his hand out for a cup, and Cliff starts looking around questionably. } Cliff Cook: Oh, man! Randon Haynes: What is it? What happened? Cliff Cook: Weā we ran out of coffeeā¦ Man, I mustāve miscounted! Thatās my bad! Randon Haynes: So everyone gets coffee but me?! Cliff Cook: It wasnāt intentional! I swear! { Randonās eye twitches a couple of times, visibly angry that he missed out on the coffee. Randon and Cliff both glance to the side where they spot Jess Fowler walking with a pep in their step while holding two cups of coffee in their hands, exchanging a glance back and forth with both cups. He suddenly reaches over and grabs the collar of one of the people backstage ā Bill Dalton, a road agent, and occasional panelist. } Randon Haynes: YOU! GIVE ME YOUR COFFEE! { Bill Dalton looks appalled. } Bill Dalton: Get your own! Iāve squished bugs bigger than you! { Bill walks off. } Cliff Cook: Listen, man, Iām really sorry. { Randon fumbles over his words a couple of times, but finally scoffs and just storms away in a fuss. } ------------------------------- SINGLES MATCHRosa De Luca vs. Ciara OāConnor ------------------------------- The opening contest would see Ciara OāConnor returning to the ring to square off against Rosa DeLuca, who looked impressive in the first-ever airing of Coliseum. The wide range of skills Rosa possessed due to her time in the military, as an MMA fighter, and on the European professional wrestling circuit would carry her to be victorious over Kai Sachiko, but she had a very different opponent to prepare for this weekā¦ Ciara OāConnor, a girl who grew up a little more on the rougher edge of life, and a bone to pick with the world. Could Ciara OāConnorās anger lead her to upset Rosa DeLuca this week? The opening moments of the match saw Rosa DeLuca taking quick advantage by simply taking down Ciara with a double leg takedown, but despite being on the offense, Ciara still didnāt allow this to discourage her; she fought back with elbows, and locked her in to prevent Rosa from using any sort of striking advantage against her ultimately forcing Rosa to let her back to her feet, only for Rosa to retain the advantage by sailing her over with a bridging fisherman suplex! Rosa earns a two-count, but Ciara proves her own toughness by kicking out. It looked like Rosa was going to just outwit her opponent throughout the duration of the contest, and every time that Ciara was able to get to her feet she would get in whatever words she could muster at her to try to get in Rosaās head and throw her off her game. The disciplined ex-military star would be able to retain control, but what seemed like nothing more than a lucky counter, a flapjack, dropping Rosa jaw-first on the turnbuckle, is what finally shifted the momentum to favor Ciara OāConnor. Ciara took her time with punishing Rosa, and every so often, it seemed like Rosa may make a comeback only to have her fire squelched by a cheap kick aimed at the kneeā¦the power behind each of those kicks looked like it could have very well snapped something each time, but Rosa was able to withstand it, although now with a hobbling step anytime she was able to get back up. Ciara catches her with a BOOM BOOM POW, a series of kicks wherever she can, with Rosa unable to defend herself! She finishes it off with UPRISING and goes straight into the cover, but Rosa kicks out at two and a half. Rosa was hurting, though, and unable to stand up. Her leg had been worn down, and she was clutching it while on the groundā¦ Ciara knew she had an opening, and ran for a PUNT to take off Rosaās head, but Rosa moved out of the way just in the nick of time! Luna gets to her feet, towering over her opponent although she had been chopped down to size throughout a good portion of the match, Rosa gets a hand on her throat and raises her up and slams her down with LUNA DI LUNA! Rose DeLuca makes the cover, and earns the pinfall victory! ------------------------------- SINGLES MATCHRandi Levitt vs. Nancy Pailson-Carlson ------------------------------- Up next, we were seeing the debut of a second generation wrestler in Randi Levitt faring off against a ring veteran in Nancy Pailson-Carlson. Randi, despite her training, has not had a professional match yet and is looking to get her feet wet by stepping into the ring, and who better for the task than a legend of old? Nancy Pailson-Carlson took the fight right to Randi, catching her off-guard with a shotgun dropkick and looked to keep the pressure up against the newcomer; being the veteran that she is, Nancy controlled the pace to maintain the momentum in her favor by scooping her up and slamming her down! Nancy tries to end the match early with a springboard moonsault, but Randi Levitt is still able to kick out at the count of two. The veteran wasnāt too happy with Randiās resilience, and brought her back to a standing base before hitting the ropes and coming back for a spear! However, Randi shows her swiftness by moving out of the wayā¦Nancy still tries to keep the momentum on her side by trying to catch Randi with a clothesline, but Randi ducks under and takes her down with a backslide cover that earns the newcomer a two-count of her own, but Nancy still kicks out. With both women on their feet, Randi takes her turn to put the pressure against the veteran with a series of strikes that comes to fruition with a beautiful spinning wheel kick that Randi immediately capitalizes on by going for another cover, but itās still not enough to put the veteran down for the count. Nancy remains grounded after the count, and Randi looks to keep the pressure up by hitting the ropes and coming back for a cannonball! But this is where Nancy is able to bring her knees up, and Randi lands directly across them taking some serious damage to her back. The veteran is able to swing the momentum back into her favor, and she gets up going straight into a dragon screw while even holding the leg for a leg hold! It seems like Nancy is going to wear down the newcomer here, and is in fair control, but Randi is able to fight it out and get the rope break. Randi tries to use the ropes to get up, but Nancy is there to block her with a collection of stompsā¦despite the pressure from her opponent, Randi persists back to her feet, and is sent off of the ropes. Randi shows her own persistence and resilience by springing to the top rope, and rebounding back to catch Nancy with a tornado DDT! The high impact allows Randi to cover for another two-count, but Nancy narrowly evades it and tries to beat Randi back to her feet, but Randi shows herself as the quicker of the twoā¦ The sudden spring in Randiās step seems to have caught Nancy off-guard, and she struggles to get back to her feet and the moment she is, sheās taken down with a spear! This gets the crowd fired up when Randi looks to end the match in a high profile fashion by climbing the turnbuckleā¦Nancy is able to spring to her feet just in the nick of time, and meets Randi on the top rope, and the two battle back and forth! Randi decks Nancy with a well-placed elbow that sends the veteran tumbling to the ring and in perfect position as Randi launches herself off of the turnbuckle with a SWANTON BOMB! Randi reaches back to hook the leg, and scores a pinfall victory in her debut. ------------------------------- SEGMENT500 Word Limit (For Dialogue) Masao Akiyama speaks after his impressive debut performance in the IWF Roulette. ------------------------------- Masao Akiyama's frame sits clad in a suit as he settles with a wry smirk. āI have been asked to speak on my āimpressiveā sowing at the Roulette, It was not enough to secure victory but I donāt feel as if I have squandered the opportunity.ā He huffs a breath. āBut I have heard the whispers, boring is it? That I donāt parade myself around like a cartoon character, or reference the Shows of the past , or Even use bright lights and pageantry and prefer instead to let my skill speak for its self? That my words are plain and unambiguous?.ā He sniffs a bit and leans on his forearms. āI could complain, I suppose in a way I am, that I choose a life of honesty, and hard work over shortcuts, That I choose To show skill, Iām sure some of you will ask what my aims are, if you should bother. it is simple I seek to challenge myself, get better perhaps even become.. Less boringā He chuckles brightly as he gazes into the camera. āWhat happens between that ropes is a thing of beauty and I am a master of my craft. You may not realise this as of yet, you may not be prepared or ready to accept that my time will soon come Iāll show you. Place any individual member of this roster in front of my feet and I will show you...ā He smirks a little more and straightens. āIt matters not if You are named Daniels, King or Harper I will fight you with every inch of my being with every fibre of my soul, though I am a Stranger to this county to these people, I will face that challenge like all challenges , steadfast and tall like the mountain, I will not be denied in my pursuits.ā He starts to stand slowly and adjusts the suit with a smirk. āMaybe I should choose someone to make an example, ask, plead not be patient. Perhaps this impressive performance is not enough, No I am hungry for more impressive performances hungry Perhaps You want to see me demand, But I am not a man in a position to do more than that am I? But I note nobody Is speaking to Nick Knight recently, are they all eyes on the World on the Djinn.ā A pause and he nodded. āNick Knight, the butcher of Hollywood, if youāre listening I may not be āin lineā as it were but Letās go, man to man, as however you wish however you want, I may not win...But I will enjoy the challenge, Whatever challenge you set me, Belt or No... I want the smoke...Iāll bring the fire.ā He leers towards the camera more. āSo much fire.ā Fade out. ------------------------------- TAG TEAM MATCHTJ Alexander & Dark Tiger vs. Billie Parris & Phillip Deforrest ------------------------------- It doesnāt take long for the teams to decide amongst themselves whoās going to start things off, with TJ Alexander and Billie starting things offā¦ TJ Alexander uses his agility to keep Billie a little bit off-balance, but Billie tries to take control by drawing TJ Alexander in for some mat wrestling! The Game Changer is able to hold his own with the mat based wrestling, but Billie is able to take advantage hereā¦it looks like Billie and Phillip are starting off as a better team with a quick tag, but TJ Alexander is able to stump their momentum with a perfectly timed dropkick! TJ Alexander doesnāt look interested in bringing Dark Tiger into the match, and instead continues to compete against Phillip for a time longer where heās simply proving himself to be too quick for himā¦ TJ hits CRASH LANDING to earn a two-count, but Billie is able to save it by breaking up the pinfall. Dark Tiger is looking ready to bombard into the ring, but TJ Alexander still doesnāt tag in his partner which leads to Phillip bringing Billie back into the ring with a blind tag, and the two now do a number against TJ Alexander. TJ is in trouble when he receives a double suplex, and a double DDT, where Billie gets a two-count of his own. The Game Changer escapes outside of the ring, and even his own partner is growing frustrated by TJ not being a team playerā¦ TJ re-enters the ring at the count of eight, but is already being battered down by Billie who then brings Phillip into the ring again, and when he goes for a swinging neckbreaker, TJ is able to spin out of it and takes Phillip down with a clothesline! TJ sends Phillip to his own side of the ring, and TJ looks like he may finally tag Dark Tiger in - but instead he just swipes his hand through his hair, and goes to send Phillip off the ropesā¦ Dark Tiger tags himself in! TJ Alexander is arguing with the referee about the tag, but Dark Tiger is already in and the big man shows his own agility with a calf kick! Dark Tiger goes straight for the cover, but Phillip kicks out at two. Dark Tiger keeps the pressure against Phillip the whole way and hits him with a KICK OF DARKNESS! Dark Tiger would have scored the pinfall victory here for his team if it wasnāt for Billie beating TJ Alexander to the punchā¦TJ didnāt look like he was in a hurry to intercept, though, and is calling for Dark Tiger to make the tag. Dark Tiger treats his partner in the same fashion, though, and doesnāt tag him inā¦this gives Phillip the opportunity to make a hot tag to Billie, but heās instantly cooled down when Dark Tiger evades a clothesline and comes back with another KICK OF DARKNESS! The momentum keeps him moving forward, and TJ Alexander is able to tag himself back into the match, much to Dark Tigerās frustration! TJ Alexander jumps off the ropes with a 450 SPLASH! TJ Alexander doesnāt go for the cover because Billie is able to still get to his feetā¦ TJ knocks Phillip off the apron fast, and catches Billie with a front kick and straight into GAME OVER, where he finally covers and gets the three count! Following the match, Dark Tiger and him seem to be arguing, but TJ Alexander shrugs at him and is telling him that a winās a win. ------------------------------- SINGLES MATCHRAM vs. Ducky Tomlinson ------------------------------- This was RAM's first match back in Imperial after several months on a rehab assignment, and the adjustment rust showed early on against Ducky Tomlinson. Ducky managed to hit the 20-year-old with some clubbing lefts and rights before stunning the big fellow with a high crossbody from the top buckle! Eventually, Ducky connected with a rolling leg drop that scored him a two-count as we hit the sixth minute. After a bit of a lull that saw RAM trying to regain his bearings, the Watauga, Texas grad began showing Ducky his extra-brutal side as we approach the 8:30 point. RAM nearly decapitated Ducky with a wild forearm smash that sent him flying head over heels! He would then shoot Tomlinson into the corner and stomp him a mudhole, eventually taking him to the canvas with a sitout powerbomb for a two-count. As we hit the eleventh minute, RAM and Ducky are seen duking it out. Tomlinson mammers away on RAM's nose with some god, sharp punches before hitting a swinging neckbreaker for a two-count. As RAM powers out, he sees the sight of blood coming from his left nostril and is immediately thrown into a rage! RAM clobbers Ducky with some fists of his own before connecting with his patented "404 Error" 450 splash for a close-two-count. It's the 14th minute, and both men look as if they've been in a car accident! Ducky gave RAM all he could handle at this tage, but RAM was just too much and eventually landed his signature "Red Ring of Death" RKO and Rings combination! Ducky is forced to tap out at 13:46! ------------------------------- SEGMENTAccepting your role... ------------------------------- { The cameras go backstage and overhear an ongoing conversationā¦ Turning ever so slightly, the camera prods an ajar door further open, and the crowd can be heard roaring throughout the OVO Hydro as the hometown hero, Jennie Fenix, and her sister, Tara, are seen on the camera. Tara is standing at the time, while Jennie sits on the couch with her championship beside her. } Tara Fenix: Jennie, you really need to listen to meā itās time that you get yourself out of this mentality that you are the underdogā¦ Jennie Fenix: But youā Tara Fenix: You donāt have to remind me, Jennie! I know what I told you years ago, but Iām happyā Iām proud to say that you have proven me wrong! I mean, seriously, look at everything youāve done since we stepped into the ringā¦ You are a two-time IWF Womenās World Champion. You have defeated every Hall of Famer youāve been in the ring with! Your record speaks for itself. You are not the underdog anymore, and you need to shake that from your head. { Jennie twiddles her thumbs together while visibly contemplating the words that her older sister, The Queen of Queens, is telling her. Jennie smacks and licks her lips before finally raising her head, giving an audible cue to answer but quickly bites down on her own tongue. } Jennie Fenix: This is new to me, Tara. { She says, and hangs her head low dejectedly. } Tara Fenix: Itās time that you get used to it. { Tara says in a fiery tone, intending to ignite something within Jennieā¦ Jennieās facial expression twists a little, and does become more accepting of the role that sheās earned her way to become, but thereās always that little girl that was always belittled and thrust to the side ā the girl that was always told by her own sister, and even her brother, that the ring was no place for her. The little girl who watched her own nephew surpass her. The battle within goes back and forth with Jennie wanting to accept her role, but also knowing that she has been disappointed in the past. } Tara Fenix: Have you heard from Allen? Jennie Fenix: He said heās on his wayā¦ But weāll see. { Jennie picks up her championship from the couch, and the two sisters make their way to the door. The cameraman immediately retreats in hopes of not being caught by the sisters for snooping. The scenery fades to commercial. } ------------------------------- MAIN EVENTHARDCORE MATCH Abraxes vs. Hellscream ------------------------------- The main event of Odyssey sees the demon of the IWF pitted against the bane of Azeroth! Abraxes goes against Hellscream in what would undoubtedly pit power against power, and who would overcome the odds. In the opening seconds of the match, Abraxes is able to hit Hellscream with a shoulder block but the Warchief doesnāt budgeā¦ You canāt see it by the mask that hides his face, but by physical actions, Abraxes seems rather perplexed by Hellscream being able to withstand the full force of the oncoming demon. Hellscream looks to answer with a shoulder block of his own, accepted by Abraxes, and Abraxes withstands just as well. The Warchief appears satisfied that there is a foe to match his strength, and both men now hit the ropes to come back with opposing shoulder blocks with neither budging! The match explodes at this point with heavy rights and lefts coming from both Abraxes and Hellscream, neither fighter even bothering to defend themselves from the otherās attacks, but rather eating every single shot while dishing out their own. The fans are going into a frenzy as they love the carnage every second that itās going on. Hellscream looks like he may get the upper hand when he scoops Abraxes up, but Abraxes is able to slip back and reverse it so he has Hellscream scooped! Abraxes then transitions it into a FALLAWAY SLAM! Abraxes doesnāt bother going for the cover, but instead punishes the orc a moment longer by choking him against the matā¦the referee dare not intervene. Hellscream is able to break free from the grasp and rolls to the outside of the ring, with Abraxes hot on his trail. Hellscream takes up GOREHOWL! (A replica with a blunted edgeā¦ calm downā¦) Hellscream swings Gorehowl for Abraxes, but Abraxes is able to avoid it and delivers a swift kick to Hellscream to try to pry the weapon from his hand, but Hellscream answers by hitting him with the hilt. Abraxes meanwhile tumbles toward the timekeeper where he forces him out of his chair and picks up the steel chair, flinging it as hard as he can against Hellscream! The chair hits the mark, and Hellscream falls to a seated position, and Abraxes closes the gap with the chair back in hand while moving toward him and brings a thunderous steel chair down on Hellscreamās skull that dents the chair. Abraxes gets Hellscream back into the ring, and starts flinging weapons into the ring, and when he finally does re-enter the ring, Hellscream is back to his feet and the two start battling back and forth! No weapon is safe from being obliterated in their hands; Hellscream and Abraxes punishing each other to a point that no normal man would be able to withstandā¦ These two were true behemoths with the amount of damage they could withstand, and each one not staying down for more than two-count, despite every weapon being broken over the other. Hellscream manages to get Abraxes off his feet near the corner, and climbs up for the Lakātuk (Vader bomb) but Abraxes rolls out of the way! Dropping the chair below Hellscream, Abraxes forces Hellscream back to a standing base and then takes him down swiftly with CONSIGN TO DREAM on top of the chair! Abraxes scores a pinfall victory. |
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Post by Cliff Cook on Apr 16, 2024 21:01:37 GMT
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I felt bad...
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{ The cameras go backstage, inside of the office of the co-GM; Randon Haynes sits behind his desk, tapping the screen on his tablet ā he squints his eyes momentarily, but then something catches his eye and he lowers his tablet. }
Randon Haynes: What are you doing here?
{ The camera pans over to unveil the assistant to the mysterious co-GM, Cliff Cook, standing there with a disposable cup in his handā¦ a biodegradable one, heās not a monster! Anyways! The audience pops at the sight of The IWF Ginger, as he has a sincere and inspirational smile on his faceā¦ }
Cliff Cook: Hey, buddy! I have a surprise for you!
Randon Haynes: What is it?
{ Cliff holds the coffee cup out. }
Cliff Cook: I went out and got you a coffee. I really did feel bad that you didnāt get the coffee, because let me tell youā WHEW! This coffee shop is justā¦wonderful. They import only the best beans from around the world! And justā wow. WOW! You have to try it!
{ Randon eases up a little bit and accepts the coffee, and takes the lid off firstā¦ }
Randon Haynes: You should take the lid off and let it properly cool downā
{ Something else catches Randonās eye, and he leans in a little closer to the coffee. }
Randon Haynes: Is that cream?
Cliff Cook: Yeah, the cream here is justā out of this world! They make it at the shop and everything!
{ If this were a cartoon, you would see steam coming out of Randonās ears as he jolts from his seat, and slams his fists down on his desk. }
Randon Haynes: IāM LACTOSE INTOLERANT, YOU IDIOT!
{ Cliff takes a step back, shocked over the outburst. }
Cliff Cook: Oh, man! I forgot! Thatās my bad!
Randon Haynes: GET OUT OF MY OFFICE!
{ Cliff throws out numerous apologies, which all sound incredibly sincereā¦although Randonās clouded hate for the ginger seems to keep him from knowing that for sure. Randon sits back down in his chair, and huffs as the scenery goes back out to the arena. }
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SINGLES MATCH
1500 Word Limit
Kasey Vex vs. Amber Vogel
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{ "Faster" by Dax & Tech N9ne plays over the PA, and Amber comes out with her arms raised in the air whilst showboating to the crowd and trying to entice them to get louder. She gets a mixed reaction off of them, but she doesn't let that dissuade her when she rushes down the ring ramp, greeting as many of the audience as she can before finally sliding under the bottom rope and into the ring. She springs to her feet, a pep in her step, and skips to the nearby corner while leaning over the corner and blows a kiss out to the audience. She turns to wait for the match to start. }
Terri Morasco: Amber Vogel is our first competitor out this evening as we kick things off with the young Hartford native taking on Kasey Vex!
Vasco Dias: This girl is a powerhouse, Morasco! Her arms are bigger than your legs, and her legs are nearly the size of my one-of-a-kind brain! That strength may prove vexing for Miss Vex.
Terri Morasco: Sitting on that last line since the moment the match was announced, weren't you?
Vasco Dias: Since the moment Kasey signed her contract, actually.
{ The sweet, melodic voice of Poppy streams through the speakers around the arena, layered over a quiet backbeat. But with the final whisper of the intro, the drumbeat kicks in and the lights in the arena begin flashing erratically. Itās enough to distract the crowd as a singular figure seemingly appears out of nowhere at the top of the entrance, and as the vocals picked up again a spotlight shone down on the figure, drawing the attention of the crowd back to the entrance stage. Long pink hair to the waist sways beneath a white fox skull mask obscuring the face of the competitor. Behind her stands a man, almost towering over her with his long, lanky frame. The woman slowly begins stalking down the aisle, her dark-eyed gaze behind the mask darting back and forth to the crowd on either side of her but makes no move to acknowledge their outstretched hands to her, with the taller man sauntering behind her with a smirk across his face. As she approaches the ring and saunters around to the side, she leaps nimbly up to the apron and crouches low, her head turning slowly across the front row of fans before she turns to slide underneath the bottom rope and crawls her way to the center of the ring. She crouches there for another moment before smoothly rising to her feet and slowly removing the mask, revealing the face of Kasey Vex. But rather than the normally chipper expression she usually wears, her face is strangely devoid of any emotion as her brown eyes sweep the crowd once more before she stalks over to her corner and drops into a crouch, back against the turnbuckle and her arms draped over the second ropes. Outside of the ring, Edwyn Merrick keeps a watchful eye on her, arms folded across his chest and the same sly smirk still present on his face. }
Terri Morasco: We don't know a great deal about Kasey Vex yet, but Edwyn makes me uncomfortable just with his presence, Vasco.
Vasco Dias: They may not show up for the ice cream social, but you really should give them a chance, Morasco. They may not be bad people, who knows?
Terri Morasco: It took them less than ten days here to start talking about wanting to sacrifice people to sate the Violent Delight.
Vasco Dias: Yeah, I know that's normally a third date type of conversation, but maybe she's just a fast mover.
Terri Morasco: That ISN'T a conversation! No!
{ The referee for this contest, Tommy Knocker, calls for the opening bell. }
Ding!
{ Vex pulls herself up, moving toward Vogel with intent as the extremely green Vogel approaches her smaller adversary with her arms up, hunting for a tie-up. Kasey ducks the tie-up at the last minute, using her speed to position herself behind Amber. When Vogel turns, Vex is right there with some jumping high kicks to Amber's midsection. Every strike takes some of Vogel's breath, leaving the larger woman winded. Edwyn's watchful gaze remains on his sister as Vex darts back toward the ropes, building steam for a running knee strike that takes Vogel down! Vex peels Amber's back off the canvas, leaving her in a seated position. Kasey runs the ropes once more, connecting with a dropkick to the back of her seated opponent. Amber's head and torso are forced forward from the impact, before she falls backward to the canvas. The Wicked Little Machine covers Vogel, and the official slides into position for a count-- but Vex can only hold Vogel down for a two count before Amber presses Kasey off of her. Vex lands a few feet away, but doesn't let Vogel's impressive display of power intimidate or discourage her. Both women work to get back to their feet, with Vex beating Vogel to the punch. Kasey utilizes an arm wrench to pull Vogel in for another knee strike. From the camera angle, it proves tough to tell if it was spit or a tooth that went flying from Amber's mouth on impact, but something was clearly sent into the air inside of the OVO Hydro arena in Glasgow. }
Terri Morasco: Vex is extremely proficient with her knees, and her speed seems to be giving Amber some serious problems.
Vasco Dias: That girl is quicker than a teenage boy experiencing his first time, Morasco. My jaw felt that knee strike over here.
{ Amber stumbles on spaghetti legs, reeling from the knee. Vex spins Amber, looking for a backstabber; but Vogel has enough ring awareness to grab the ropes, and Kasey can't pull Vogel down because of her strong grip. Kasey lands hard on the canvas. Merrick looks on with a slight look of concern as Amber tries to shake the cobwebs loose. Vex doesn't stay down long. Amber utilizes a kick to the gut to slowdown Vex, enabling Vogel to hoist Vex in the air with a stalling Vertical Suplex! The crowd counts the seconds, with Amber holding Kasey in the air until the audience reaches fifteen! With every ounce of blood flowing into her head, Vex is roughly deposited onto the canvas flat on her back. Amber goes for a cover, but cannot secure the three count on Vex, and the match continues with Vogel getting back to her feet. She stuffs Vex's head between her legs, lifting her up for more high impact offense, and driving her small frame into the canvas with a devastating powerbomb! Showing off a bit, Amber puts a foot on Vex's chest and flexes her bicep for a very lackadaisical cover. Not even to Amber's surprise, Vex kicks out of the pin. Amber smiles big as she pulls Kasey back up to a vertical base. Vogel shoots Vex into a corner, and Kasey's back hits the buckles with a loud sound. Amber takes a position in the corner opposite of Vex, and comes toward Vex with a handspring back elbow... but Vex moves! Vogel catches turnbuckles in her spine, and Vex is quick to use the ropes as a springboard to land a kick to the side of Amber's head! Amber lands on her butt in the corner, slumped against the bottom turnbuckle. }
{ Kasey sets course for a different corner, adjacent to the one Vogel is occupying. She makes her way up the buckles, almost effortlessly, and takes her measure of the distance to reach Amber. Vex launches herself off the top, landing a coast-to-coast dropkick that nearly caves in Vogel's chest! The move pops the crowd. Amber lays on the canvas, clutching her chest as she fights for oxygen. Vex takes a brief moment to collect herself as Edwyn continues his supervision. When Vex gets up she drags Amber away from the corner by her boot, fixing Amber's body where she wants it on the canvas. Little Miss Vex springboards off the ropes, landing a moonsault across the chest of Vogel! Vex tries for another cover, very nearly drawing a three count before Vogel lifts her shoulder at the last possible millisecond! Kasey looks to Edwyn, who gives her a brief nod. Vex gets up, taking control of Vogel's legs and stepping through for a sharpshooter. She simultaneously locks in a reverse facelock on Vogel, a move Vex calls "The Wicked Little Machine". The anguish on Amber's face is evident. }
Terri Morasco: Vogel is struggling, Vasco! The pain has to be excruciating on her legs, back and neck!
Vasco Dias: She has nowhere to go, either! She's too far from the ropes!
Terri Morasco: Amber's tapping! Amber's tapping!
{ The official calls for the bell. }
Ding!
Ding!
Ding!
{ Vex releases the hold at the sound of the bell as āV.A.Nā by Bad Omens & Poppy starts to blast from the arena speakers. }
Vasco Dias: She didn't have a choice, Morasco. Amber was either going to tap, or something was going to snap. This way she can at least go back to the drawing board and try to find a way to get her next time, if Vogel is all that anxious for a next time against Vex.
Terri Morasco: I'd certainly understand if she wasn't. Kasey Vex is going to be a force to be reckoned with in this company, and if there were any doubters in the back, this win may have solidified that. Merrick still gives me the creeps, though.
{ Vex rolls down out of the ring, joining Merrick on the floor. The siblings leave the ringside area together as Vex's music plays on. }
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SEGMENT
2000 Word Limit
Participants: Pax Stormcrow
Pax Stormcrow returns live on Sacrifice following his heroic return in the Roulette where he survived longer than anybody else. What will Pax have to share with the world on the Road to Immortals?
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{ The opening drum beat for āStadium Pow Wowā starts to thump through the arena, causing the Glasgow crowd to explode into a chorus of cheers. Pax Stormcrow walks out onto the stage, head bobbing along to the beat of his theme as he looks around at the roaring crowd. }
Terri Morasco: After a hiatus of several months, the 2023 Hero of the Year, Pax Stormcrow is back in an IWF ring!
Vasco Diaz: Itās a testament to Paxās ability to cater to our fans to win an award while working part time!
{ Pax walks to the top of the ramp and looks around the arena once more before winding his fist up and throwing it into the air just as the beat for his music kicks in. He heads down the ramp, pausing to exchange high fives, handshakes and hugs with the fans as he does. }
Terri Morasco: Pax has been very open with the struggles heās been dealing with and I for one find that admirable.
Vasco Diaz: Be that as it may itās a distraction. Itās just one more thing keeping Pax from reaching his full potential.
{ The fans are in an uproar as Pax takes his time, doing a full circuit around the ringside barricade to return the attention to all the fans at ringside. He makes a quick stop by the time keeper to pick up a microphone before he slides into the ring. }
Vasco Diaz: And donāt even get me started on his championship run! This idiot gave away a title shot and paid for it. Ya ask me, he had the right idea on his TV title run. Championship shots are earned!
Terri Morasco: He didnāt want a smear on his record so he gave Dean another shot! He wanted to show that he is ready and willing to fight anyone on this roster.
Vasco Diaz: Look how that turned out for him?
{ Pax circles the ring once before charging the ropes on the hard cam side. He jumps up to the second rope, lifting his right hand above his head with his hand formed into a blade. He hops off the ropes to pace in the ring as the crowd chants āStormcrow Stormcrow!ā along with his music. He beams around at the crowd, lifting a hand to cut at his throat to kill his music. He lifts the mic to speak, but the crowd continues their chants, causing him to laugh and shake his head before basking in the moment. He lifted the microphone to his lips while motioning his hand downwards. }
Pax Stormcrow: Come on now, I only got so much time.
{ The crowd erupts into louder cheers, causing him to laugh again. He moves over opposite the hard cam to lean against the ropes. He waits for the cheers to die down before lifting the mic again. }
Pax Stormcrow: What up Neechies?
Crowd: ITāS YA BOI!
{ He lifted the mic towards the crowd for their response with a laugh before pushing himself off of the ropes. }
Pax Stormcrow: Hell ya, Iāve missed this. Itās been too long since Iāve been in the ring and in front of all of you.
{ The crowd erupts into cheers again, causing Pax to break out into a wide smile. }
Pax Stormcrow: I gotta say, Iāve missed it. Iāve missed competing, Iāve missed my friends in the back. But most of all Iāve missed all of you!
{ Once more the crowd erupts into a chorus of cheers, another chant of āStormcrow, Stormcrow breaking out as Pax soaks in the adoration of the crowd. }
Vasco Diaz: This is what Iāve been talking about. Pax could be at the top of this business if he didnāt spend so much time pandering to the crowd.
Terri Morasco: Our fans are what drive this business Vasco! How is letting them know they are appreciated a waste of time?
Pax Stormcrow: So I only got a bit of time to work with and there is a hell of a show we got to show you so I wonāt take too much time running my mouth. So let me get right down to business then, ya?
{ Pax grins brightly as he paces around the ring, making sure to spend some time speaking out to each area of the crowd as he goes. }
Pax Stormcrow: I just came back and fought my heart out in the Roulette and became one of the longest lasting competitors in that match. A fact that I am abundantly proud of. Now unfortunately I wasnāt able to finish the job. Now that sucks, but these things happen. So now we ask ourselves whatās next? What is ya boi going to do now? I certainly got plenty of options with plenty of guys around here running their mouths, donāt I?
{ The crowd erupts into cheers again and Pax responds with a grin of his own. }
Pax Stormcrow: We got Sabin, I mean Wraith, I mean Madjin over here talking like heās the best World Television Champion and the best wrestler in the business. Thatās cute. It really is. A lot of talk for someone who I knocked out of Heir to the Throne.
{ The crowd cheers again, though a bit mixed this time. Pax doesnāt seem bothered as he ambles over towards Hard Cam side with a smirk. }
Pax Stormcrow: Then we got RAM, who somehow decided to put my name in his mouth as someone who held him down. Let me just say that I have never held a single person down in my life and if I did, I would have to care about them first. So letās just leave that on the table.
{ A ripple of laughter runs through the crowd and Pax shrugs to the camera with a smile. }
Pax Stormcrow: Then we got Dean. Over here offering open challenges to his title just so that he can avoid sitting down had going into Therapy with his future ex-husband. Let me just say, Dean. If you wanted a challenger for your belt? You got my number, and I sure owe you some receipts.
{ The crowd breaks out into another chorus of cheers at that declaration which causes Pax to break out into another grin as he paces back and forth in the middle of the ring. }
Pax Stormcrow: But look, people are gonna run their mouth in this business. It happens. Iāve done it myself. But unlike a lot of folks in the back I am ready and willing to back up what I say. Iāll put it on the line right here in the middle of this ring. So whatās next for me? Iām going to start working my way back up to the top. Iām going to grind my way through the competition to get my shot. Ya know your boiās good for it cause Iāve done it time and time again.
Vasco Diaz: Only to choke once you get there.
Pax Stormcrow: Matter of fact, thereās a little match coming up that will get me that shot. The Joker in the Pack is coming up isnāt it?
{ The crowd erupts again as Pax moves to lean against the ropes to look out at the fans crowding the arena. }
Pax Stormcrow: Thatās right, and I intend to earn my spot in that fun little bit of chaos. I intend to make history as the first person to be the Joker in the Pack twice. And once I do Iām going to go ahead and call my shot and get back the Menās World Championship. I got a lot to make up for neechies. Iām not going to hold onto it forever like some people, no. So Dean or Warren or Ethan or whomever has that belt once Joker in the Pack ends? You best get yourself ready. Cause ya boiās coming for ya. Skoden!
{ Pax flips the microphone away to a chorus of cheers as the stadium erupts. He holds his arms wide open, basking in the sound of it as the thumping beat of his music pounds through the arena. }
Terri Morasco: Pax is calling his shot with his intention to not just qualify for Joker in the Pack but to be the first man to win it twice.
Vasco Diaz: Iāll believe it when I see it, but he doesnāt have the instinct for it. Just wait for him to go crawling back home when he fails again.
Terri Morasco: Pax has a different attitude this time around. You can see it on him. I donāt think you are giving him the credit he deserves.
{ Pax has climbed out of the ring, moving around to shake hands and pose for pictures with the crowd }
Vasco Diaz: Iāll believe it when I see it. Iād be happy if he proves me wrong.
Terri Morasco: And Iāll believe that when I see it! Weāll be right back folks.
{ The camera focuses in on Pax as he leaps onto the barricade, holding his fist in the air as fans nearby snap selfies and slap him on the back. The booming chants of āStormcrow, Stormcrowā fill the air as the camera fades to commercial break. }
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SINGLES MATCH
1500 Word Limit
Jason "J-TV" Hathaway vs. Jack Ferriman
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{ When we cut back from commercial break Pax is still down at Ringside with the fans. However he is lifting his hands, making a lowering motion to get the crowd to calm down from cheering for him as Alison Valance steps between the ropes. }
Vasco Dias: What is Pax still doing out here? We have a show to run!
Alison Valance: The following contest is scheduled for One Fall!
{ Gon Blow begins to play as the lights in the arena dim. A black and white image of Jack appears on the Imperatron as Jack slowly steps out onto the ramp, adjusting the long black coat he is wearing over his ring gear and cracking his neck. Nate Harris walks out after him, lifting his arms into the air to pump up the crowd for his tag team partner and stablemate. He slowly turns his head as he gazes around the arena before setting his eyes on the ring, slowly walking down the ramp and stepping easily through the ropes. Pax and Nate slide into the ring after him, speaking quietly to Jack. They exchange fistbumps with him before moving out of the ring to stand in his corner. Jack flexes his shoulders as he turns in a slow circle before settling into his corner, tilting his head Michael Meyers style as he stares down the referee. }
Alison Valance: Introducing first, accompanied by Nate Harris and Pax Stormcrow. From Seattle, Washingtonā¦ Jack Ferriman!
Terri Morasco: TDH has been showing up in force for their matches since their reunion!
Vasco Dias: Iāll note they left Jack out to dry against Madjinn last week. This week isnāt going to be any different!
PA: Nobody fully understands the effect lightning has on its victims, but strange things seem to happen.
{ The lights begin to flicker and spin as the drums begin to play, and Jason Hathaway emerges onto the stage. Robbie the Camera Guy is right behind him, hoisting an old video camera on his shoulders as the screens in the arena cut to a live shot of Robbie's feed, complete with a "J-TV" watermark in the corner.
Jason saunters his way down the aisle, swaying and dancing to the blaring surf-rock playing through the speakers and directing all his attention to Robbie's camera rather than those of the actual show. When they reach the apron, Robbie puts down the camera and slides into the ring first, quickly snatching the microphone from the ring announcer. }
Robbie: Ladies and Gentlemen, you are now watching... J! T! V!
Vasco Dias: Finally, some good quality television!
{ Hathaway walks around the side of the ring and hops up onto the apron and flips over the top rope, letting his sunglasses fall off in the process as he drops to a knee and poses in the middle of the ring with his arms spread wide. Robbie slides Jason's jacket off and leaves the ring as Jason slides over to his corner. }
PA: If one's gonna get ya... You ain't gonna see it.
{ Alison steps clear from the ring with only a mild look of annoyance at having the microphone snatched out of her hands once again. Pax and Nate are talking up Jack in his corner while Jason has dropped down to his knees. His hands are placed in his lap and he almost appears to be meditating while Robbie retrieves his camera to film the display. }
Terri Morasco: Jason Hathaway appears uncharacteristically Zen getting into this match.
Vasco Dias: Heās gathering his power to defeat the Numpty Federation, Morasco? Come on, donāt you watch J-TV?
{ The time keeper sounds the bell and J-TV continues to remain kneeling on the mat. Jack paces back and forth, clearly confused with his opponent remaining on the mat. He looks back into his corner and Nate and Pax look across the ring at the kneeling Jason and then look back to Jack. The two of them lift their shoulders in equal confusion. Jack just shakes his head before he charges across the ring. He lifts his leg to hit with a big boot, but Jason springs to his feet, catching the other man with a Manhattan Drop. }
Vasco Dias: I told you, Jason Hathaway always has a plan. He was preparing himself for the fight ahead.
Terri Morasco: Seems better to me if he would stand up and actually fight.
{ Jason keeps up the assault, driving Jack back across the ring with several well placed European uppercuts. He follows those strikes up with a backfist, knocking Jack into the ropes. When his opponent rebounds off of the ropes Jason wraps him up and dumps him on his head with a Belly-to-belly suplex. }
Vasco Dias: Jason with a flurry of offense pushes Jack across the ring. The clearly inferior opponent isnāt able to keep up.
Terri Morasco: Jason tricked Jack and the start of this. Hardly a sign of a superior competitor.
Vasco Dias: Wrestling is just as much about using your brain, Morasco.
{ Jack rolls on the mat, clutching at his neck as he tries to recover from the flurry of offense that J-TV had inflicted on him. Jason stalks towards the other man. Instead of giving Jack a chance to rise, Jason starts to lay into him with some kicks on his prone opponent. }
Vasco Dias: Now this is some prime time J-TV! Jason is using his superior striking ability to keep Jack down on the mat.
Terri Morasco: TDH is looking on, helpless from the outside as they try and will Jack into making a comeback.
{ Jason lays in another hard kick right into Jackās stomach, doubling up the other man. He steps away, to pose at the Hard cam as the crowd rains down a chorus of boos on him. Jack takes Jasonās momentary distraction to push himself up onto his hands and knees before using the ropes to help pull himself up as Robb leans into the ring to get a good shot of Jason posing for his āfansā }
Terri Morasco: Look at this guy! Prancing around and showing off.
Vasco Dias: Oh, so now itās not ok to show off for your fans Morasco?
Terri Morasco: I doubt he has any fans at all, Vasco.
{ Jack has made it to his feet and stalks towards Jason as his back is turned to taunt and pose for the crowd. However, Robby calls out a warning and Jason leaps into the air to catch Jack on the back of his head with an enzuguri. }
Vasco Dias: A picture perfect enzuguri from J-TV! Gotta be sneakier than that to catch Jason Hathoway sleeping!
{ Jason moves over to the prone Jack, and tucks his legs against his own. Jason reaches down and slaps the other manās sides so that he can reach down and grab hold of Jackās arms. He stands up right, looking around with a wide grin as Jack cries out in pain. }
Terri Morasco: Things are not looking good for Jack!
{ Jason leans backwards, falling back onto the mat and lifting Jackās body up into the air above of him in a surfboard stretch! The official moves in close, checking on Jack who shakes his head even as he cries out in pain as his back and arms are stretched out. }
Vasco Dias: Jason has him now! Jack is all tied up and nowhere to go. Jason is showing his amazing in-ring IQ by pulling him back and away from the ropes.
Terri Morasco: The newest member of TDH is in trouble here. I canāt see how he is going to escape.
{ Robby leans into the ring with his camera, getting a shot of Jackās anguish filled face. Pax is leaning against the apron, staying clear of Robby but close enough that he can try and shout encouragement and advice to his friend in the ring. Jason yells at Jack, demanding that he give up which earns another stubborn shake of the head from Ferriman. Nate has turned to the crowd, urging them to their feet as he claps his hands above his head. The crowd picks up the clap, tentatively at first but growing in power to bring encouragement to the trapped Jack. }
Terri Morasco: The crowd is starting to come alive for Jack here. Heās showing his stubborn attitude here by refusing to give up in the face of almost certain pain.
Vasco Dias: It wonāt do any good. Jason will be tapping out faster then if Nick Knight asked him too.
{ Jason continues to keep the hold locked in, pulling Jackās arms back further. However Jackās smaller stature and shorter reach comes into his favor here, forcing Jason to lean back further to adjust his grip on the other manās arms. Jack manages to shift his bodyweight, pressing himself down towards Jason in return to ease the hold. Unfortunately, this causes his shoulders to fall back onto the mat! The official drops down and gets to a 2 count before Jason realizes what is happening and is forced to break the hold. }
Terri Morasco: A moment of hope for Jack Ferriman and he seizes on it to escape the hold!
Vasco Dias: He got lucky that time! His shorter arms forced Jason to shift his weight. Thatās not going to happen again.
{ Jason slaps the mat in frustration before pushing himself up to his feet. He walks over to Jack, who is struggling to recover from the stress the hold had put on his body. Grabbing hold of his wrist, Jason pulls Jack to his feet and signals for the J-Plex. }
Vasco Dias: Jason is looking to put it away here. Jack is done foā¦ No! Jack has broken free from the Hammer lock! The two men are struggling for control andā¦ Snapmare from Jack Ferriman!
{ Jack moves quickly, following up with a stiff kick to the chest of Jason to drive him onto his back. The smaller man follows up with an Elbow job onto Jasonās prone body. The two of them struggle back to their feet, exchanging blows as they try to outpower the other. The crowd roars along with the two competitors, booing for each blow struck by Jason and cheering for each shot from Jack. }
Terri Morasco: The momentum is starting the change in this match! Jack is fighting for his life here!
Vasco Dias: Heās going to have to. Jason can eat these shots for breakfast and still make it to shoot time!
{ Jack manages to get the better of the exchange, sending several clubbing blows at the chest and shoulders of Jason, driving his opponent back towards the ropes. Jason starts to rally with a stiff european uppercut but Jack responds with a headbutt that sends the other man reeling. He follows it up with a rising knee strike that knocks Jason sprawling through the middle ropes. Jack turns around, pumping his fists as he pumps himself up to the cheers of the crowd. }
Vasco Dias: A strong flurry of offense from Ferriman here. Come on Jason, fight back!
Terri Morasco: Jack is starting to feel it here! He is not out of this match by a long shot!
{ Jason basks in the cheers from the crowd for a moment before he stalks back over towards Jason as he pulls himself up to his feet on the apron. He lashes his hand out, grabbing the other man by the throat. But Jason isnāt out of this yet and a backfist sends Jack reeling backwards. Jason takes the moment of air, gripping the top rope and pulling it back before using it to vault over itā¦ }
Vasco Dias: SIgn-off! Jason Hathaway hitās the Sign-off!
Terri Morasco: He just spiked Jackās skull into the mat!
{ The official slides across the mat to make the count as the crowd counts along. }
1!
2!
3!
Vasco Dias: And cut!
{ The timekeeper sounds the bell as Sferic Waves pounds from the speakers, battling the boos of the crowd. Jason crawls off of Jack, pulling his body along the mat towards the camera Robby is holding. He holds up 4 fingers as he shoots his camera a cocky smirk. }
Terri Morasco: A hard fought effort by Jack Ferriman but he was unable to get the victory.
Vasco Dias: J-TV is undefeated and the hottest thing on television! Heās ready for prime time and heās going to be there sooner rather than later.
{ As Jason continues to celebrate and make his way out of the ring, Jack sits himself up and shakes his head in disappointment, though he put up a good showing. The crowd clap with appreciation as he begins to lift himself upā¦ waitā¦ }
Terri Morasco: Jack put in a spirited performance here butā¦ hang onā¦
{ Suddenly Jack plunges face first into the mat as two looming hooded figures slide into the ring and assault him from behind. Both Pax and Nate are also down themselves, apparently having been attacked themselves. Ferriman is completely blindsided and defenceless out here as the two huge figures begin to rain down blow after blow. One of them rips him up off the mat and proceeds to slam him down with huge body slam. Jack arches in pain as they continue to rain boots down on him. The crowd boos as one of the figures lifts up their hood to reveal the sadistic smileā¦ of Cyrus Daniels! }
Vasco Dias: Haha, this is great!
Terri Morasco: This is assault, look at this sick grin, Jack was just in a matchā¦
{ The other figure continues to plant a few more cheap shots in before standing up themselves to pull back their hood and revealā¦ Tytus Rost!? The crowd boo as the pair look down, clearly very pleased with their handiwork, shaking their hands over the writhing body of Ferriman. }
Terri Morasco: Tytus Rostā¦ dear lord, this is a hellacious union, look at the size of them.
Vasco Dias: Slam him again!
{ Suddenly the crowd erupts into cheers as Nate Harris and Pax Stormcrow come sliding into the ring as they make a beeline for the two monstersā¦ but just before they reach them the pair drop and roll out of the ring, waving mockingly at the reinforcements. Nate goes to check on Jack as Pax stares at Tytus and Cyrus who slowly back up the ramp, satisfied with their work as Ferriman looks in a significant degree of pain. Pax finally turns to check on his friend, confident that the threat has reduced. The crowd boos as the giants continue to taunt the members of TDH who are deeply concerned for this friend. }
Vasco Dias: These monsters just interrupted a perfectly legitimate fight.
Terri Morasco: What do you mean? They just jumped Ferriman, this was a disgusting attack!
Vasco Dias: I prefer to call it sending a message.
{ We gradually shift into a brief commercial break, fading on a shot of Nate and Pax helping Jack up as medical staff finally manage to get into the ring as Cyrus and Tytus turn and walk away through the curtains, clearly satisfied with their efforts. }
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SEGMENT
2000 Word Limit
Participants: Warren Harper
The 2024 IWF Roulette winner Warren Harper sits down to discuss his victory and future path with Willy Carter.
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{Sacrificeās premier announce team, Terri Morasco and Vasco Dias are shown at ringside.}
Terri Morasco: Up next, for the first time since High Stakes, we will hear from the 2024 Roulette Winner, Warren Harperā¦
Vasco Dias: I think we can all agree that the annual Roulette Match is always exciting, but some say that this year may have been not only the most significant but also the most controversial. Letās take you back now to two weeks ago and show you how for the first time in his career, Warren Harper booked his golden ticket to the Main Event of the biggest Night of the Immortals in company historyā¦
{Conclusive footage of the 2024 Rouletteās controversial finish is shown.}
{Vasco Diasā historic call is still ringing in our ears as much as the final bell which signifies Warren Harperās career redefining victory when we cut back to the announce team at Sacrifice.}
Terri Morasco: In all my years of calling matches here in IWF, I donāt think thereās ever been a more controversial result, certainly not in the history of the Roulette.
Vasco Dias: Itās only controversial if youāre an idiot, Terri. Warren Harper won the biggest match of his life fair and square. Our fine and frankly woefully under-appreciated production crew made sure to show the whole world that the Roulette officials made exactly the right call on the night by awarding Warren Harper the hard fought victory. Moreover, unlike most minor league wrestling promoters who would have saw fit to drag out the controversy for as long as possible for a temporary spike in weekly television and streaming network numbers, Roberto Verona at least had the due diligence to ensure that the conclusion to the most important menās match of 2024 so far was definitively and inarguably settled on High Stakes night.
Terri Morasco: The recent return of Roberto Verona to take a more direct and hands on approach in leading the company he founded from the front certainly has had an undeniable impact on everybody who works for the best wrestling organisation in the world. Iām not sure the production truck would have been as on the ball in the past about such matters. Everyone has been stepping up their game to impress their boss around here, lately.
Vasco Dias: Amazing what finally having more than a little professionalism around here does for the morale and work ethic of everyone in the company isnāt it, Terri?
Terri Morasco: Speaking of professionalism, earlier today, intrepid sports journalist, Willy Carter sat down with the 2024 Roulette Winner, Warren Harper for an exclusive interview about achieving the single greatest victory of his career and what it means to be a guaranteed part of the biggest menās main event at the grandest Night of the Immortals in IWF history.
Vasco Dias: We are scheduled to hear from the runner up in this yearās Roulette , Allen Chaney, a little later in tonightās broadcast, but right now, we will hear from the man set to challenge for the World Championship in one of the main events at Night of the Immortals next month.
{Willy Carter sat across from Warren Harper. Willy occupied one of two beige steel folding chairs on the left, in a smart navy blue shirt and burgundy tie. Warren occupied the other on the right, in a distinctly more casual tight black tank top and fight shorts combination.
The tank top Warren wore was notably and quite deliberately one from Dean Harperās line of official wrestling merchandise. It depicted Dean Harperās face across Warrenās stomach and abs, but only the painted half was shown in the light and the rest was in shadow. Emblazoned across Warrenās chest in blood red dripping font was the moniker āEverybodyās Favorite Psychopathā, only unlike the regularly sold version, Warrenās tank top had āEverybodyāsā struck through with two aqua coloured lines and replaced with the word āMYā in bold aqua coloured font above.
Willy coughs briefly into his clenched fist to clear his throat before settling into the demands of his job as best he could despite the conditions he was being forced to work under at Warren Harperās request. Verona had scheduled this interview and Warren had only agreed to it on his own terms. Scotland was cold enough on its own most of the year, but to be in an empty warehouse that had apparently once hidden multiple murders within its walls according to the worldwide news media felt more than a little above his usual remit. Some part of Verona sympathised because he had paid him a little extra for this assignment, and it was that additional compensation for exclusivity that kept Willy Carter invested and committed to his duties here today.
Considering the healthiness of his bank balance at the end of the month made the smile he flashed at the camera just that little bit brighter.
Warren folded and crossed one leg across his lap in a loose figure four, apparently not as phased by the surrounding draft and chill of the abandoned warehouse they were in as Willy was. The Glasgow premise was a great deal more vacant than the last time Warren had been here a month ago. Everything about the unforgivable life of sin that had once been enshrined here had been stripped out and seized by the local police. Warren never had to see this place again, and yet he chose to because something about being abandoned and discarded as a hollow shell, stripped of any prior purpose, just as this warehouse was now, resonated with him deeply.}
Willy Carter: Ladies and gentleman, welcome. Iām Willy Carter and Iām here with the man who finally achieved the seemingly impossible at High Stakes a couple of weeks ago, Warren Harper. Now, this past Roulette was the seventh in your career and only the first youāve actually managed to win outright despite coming close a few times before. What if anything was different for you personally this time that finally led you to the promised land as it were, you think?
Warren Harper: I donāt think thereās one singular thing or circumstance I can definitively point to as the difference maker. Unlike some of the previous winners, Iām more than willing to admit luck played a significant part. Iāve never believed in lucky numbers before, but after High Stakes I think seven is going to be mine, the seventh is also my birthday after all so maybe thereās more to it than just coincidence. All I know is this win, the biggest and most important in my life, was a long time coming.
Willy Carter: Itās both surprising and refreshing to hear you so willing to admit you got more than a little lucky in the end. Not many of your colleagues would be willing to acknowledge that in your place, they would have instead painted a picture of their skill and superiority in the match, maybe even hailed it an inevitability and be bragging about doing exactly what they set out to do.
Warren Harper: I mean, donāt misunderstand me, Willy. Of course I set myself a clear goal going in, something more personal than in previous years than the nebulous desire to headline Immortals that everyone has, and maybe that too had its part to play in my fate, but Iām also not an idiot who is willing to argue against the reality that it just as easily could have been Allen Chaney giving you this interview in a cozy studio if gravity had been a little less kind to me at the end of that match. Now I hear heās been threatening officials over the correct call they made, and I have to wonder, is that why they call him a comedian?
Willy Carter: I donāt know, Iāve never found him to be particularly funny to be honest.
Warren Harper: Whatās next? Threatening the camera crew for capturing gravity working against his significant mass, perhaps? Maybe if heād have laid off Jennieās homemade cherry pies more, heād not have had as much weight to compensate for. Of course, Westlake is a friend of mine so Iād hope heād know better. Everyone knows Iāve always had a soft spot for cameramen and how positively feral I can be when you pick on one of my favourites.
{Warren grinned, a cheeky wink to the camera, knowing whoād be watching, a certain former cameraman he was now destined to face once again on the grandest stage and for the richest prize in professional wrestling.}
Warren Harper: The best advice I can give Chaney is to suck it up and deal. You want another crack at the top of the mountain? Dust yourself off and make yourself a case for Joker in the Pack consideration, just like I had to once.
Willy Carter: Speaking of the briefcase, there is some speculation that Caleb Cannin will be looking to spoil your plans to finally settle things with your husband by cashing in at Night of the Immortals. Assuming that Ethan King doesnāt play spoiler tonight, how do you feel about possibly not getting Dean one on one, after all?
Warren Harper: First, fuck that brand value Verona knock off. Iāll deal with that cockstain in due course assuming he actually has the balls to stick around this time. As for Caleb? If he wants to cash in, he can. Dean and I will just beat his opportunistic ass out of the equation and consider doing so to be that couples therapy that Sweetness has been begging me for for months now. In the end, Dean knows as well as I do that nothing stood in the way when we first got together, just as nothing will stand in the way now. Our destiny is forever undeniableā¦
{Warren winks at the camera again.}
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IWF WORLD TELEVISION CHAMPIONSHIP
SINGLES MATCH
2000 Word Limit
Madjinn (c) w/ The Black Widow vs. Logan Sky
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{ As one of the most iconic riffs in Rock history starts to pump out from the speakers, Logan walks out onto the stage, soaking in the crowd's reactions. He moves to each side of the stage, throwing his arms up to try and rile the crowd up for the impending match.
He marches down the ramp, head bobbing from side to side before he climbs the stairs, wiping his feet on the apron before he steps through the ropes. Then he moves to each side of the ring, shouting at the crowd to pump them up. }
Terri Morasco: And here is the first winner of the fans poll, and the challenger for the IWF World Television Championship! Logan Sky! This is going to be one to remember, folks, so sit tight, because you are not going to want to miss a second of this!
Vasco Dias: These people just sent him out to his own demise. These people are animals, Terri!
{ The lights throughout the OVO Hydro go out, and the crowd goes quiet as they await the arrival of Madjinnā¦ the nephew to Jennie Fenix, who is more of a hometown hero around these parts, some of the fans canāt help but cheer when they hear the opening of āIām Good (Blue)ā. }
I'm good, yeah, I'm feeling alright
Baby, I'ma have the best fucking night of my life
And wherever it takes me, I'm down for the ride
Baby, don't you know I'm good, yeah, I'm feeling alright
'Cause I'm good, yeah, I'm feeling alright
Baby, I'ma have the best fucking night of my life
And wherever it takes me, I'm down for the ride
Baby, don't you know I'm good, yeah, I'm feeling alright
{ There is a mild cheer from the crowd when the reigning champion emerges from behind the curtains, with The Black Widow right beside him. Wearing a pink button shirt and purple tie tonight ā he takes a heavy drag off of the cigarette at the same time as the fog fills the stageā¦ the camera angle goes directly onto the stage, twisting a little bit as it gets a closer look of the dual champion, as his nostrils flare when he exhales the smoke heavily. Another object is in one of his hands ā a coffee mug ā there is a drawing on the otherwise white porcelain mug, and steam rises from the rim as he raises the mug to his lips to take a drink from the coffee. }
Vasco Dias: This is exactly what Logan Sky is to The Mad Prince, Terri! This is just his coffee break. Logan Sky doesnāt have a shot in hell at actually walking out with the title, and Madjinn knows it! Madjinn is just going to be twiddling his thumbs until he makes good on his promise to go after Dean Harper and the world championship!
Terri Morasco: I donāt think youāre giving Logan Sky the credit that heās dueā¦ But with that being said, itās no surprise that the Glasgow audience still supports Madjinn a little bit here tonight, although itās clear theyāre favoring Logan Sky!
Alison Valance: Ladies and gentlemen! On his way down to the ringā¦accompanied by THE BLACK WIDOW! He is the CURRENT IWF WORLD TELEVISION CHAMPION! THE MAD PRINCE! MAAAAADDDDDJJJJJIIIINNNNNNNNNN!
{ Madjinn and The Black Widow stroll down the ramp as if theyāre on a casual walk, talking amongst the audience membersā¦ Some of the audience members are showing their disdain for him, which only earns further amusement from The Mad Prince, but the two continue down while The Black Widow finishes the cigarette by the time they get to the bottom of the ramp. Madjinn points over to a corner in the audience, earning recognition from the cameras as they look at an elderly couple sitting front row ā they donāt appear like the rest and show any disdain for Madjinn, but rather are cheering him on. The Black Widow stomps out the cigarette, and while Madjinn is walking toward the elderly couple, he gestures The Black Widow closer. }
Vasco Dias: Do you know who that is?!
Terri Morasco: Yes, andā well, despite his attitude, that is Finnegan and Arianna Docherty. Those are Jennieās and Taraās parents, and Madjinnās grandparents!
{ Madjinn brings The Black Widow closer and the family seem to be sharing an introduction ā Madjinnās girlfriend, The Black Widow, shakes hands with both of them until Madjinn steps in with his grandmother, who caresses his cheeks in turn and seems to be sharing a few words silentlyā¦itās probably along the lines of trying to convince him to give up the filthy habit of smoking, and despite his demeanor, they still support and love him. You know, the usual grandparent things! Madjinn takes one more drink from the mug and then presents it to them before finally turning toward the ringā¦he slaps the steel steps while moving up, and then loosens the tie before tossing it to The Black Widow, who places it around herself, and then Madjinn loses the shirt before springing up with one foot on the top turnbuckle, and the other on the second ā he looks over at Logan Sky who continues stretching inside of the ring to get ready for this matchā¦and Madjinn is finally in the ring. The champion hoists his title high before handing it to Jessica Andrews. The lights return to normal as the music cuts. }
Terri Morasco: Weāre about to be underway with the TV title match, and a match Iām certain isnāt going to be as easy for Madjinn as last week was.
Vasco Dias: A single knee strike is all it took last week, Terri, and Iām going to give Logan Sky some creditā¦ I think itāll take two. Two OTAs.
{ Jessica Andrews beckons both champion and challenger forward before raising the belt overhead, showing whatās at stakeā¦ }
Vasco Dias: His grandparents are here! Madjinn isnāt going to let them down!
Terri Morasco: I just hope he fights honorably in front of them.
{ Jessica hands the title out to the timekeeper. The champion and the challenger wait for the bell to sound, and without further ado, Jessica Andrews signals for the bellā¦ }
DING!
Terri Morasco: Ladies and gentlemen, this is going to be a great one ahead of you! Logan Sky is challenging Madjinn for the IWF World Television Championship ā the old dog is the underdog in this situation, and these fans are backing him!
Vasco Dias: These fans are morons! Madjinn has been a dominant champion, a valiant champion, and there has not been one person that has been able to give him a real fight! Logan Sky isnāt about to start now!
{ The two circle the ring, Logan Sky inviting the champion in for a test of strengthā¦Madjinn merely scoffs at him, and continues walking side to side until Logan Sky is finally in the center of the ring, and then moves in and accepts the test of strength! NOPE! Madjinn with a quick rake of the eyes, and Logan reacts to protect his eyes and is met with a front kick that causes him to keel over, and The Mad Prince seems to be playing with his opponent and puts him into a loose side headlock. }
Terri Morasco: I donāt think the champion is even trying out there right now, which is a mistake! Logan Sky has been impressive since he joined the IWF roster, and has truly demonstrated his ability each and every week.
Vasco Dias: But heās never been in the ring with the likes of MADJINN! Madjinn is just on another level!
{ The Mad Prince wrenches on the headlock a moment longer, and Logan Sky answers by lifting him for a back body drop! MADJINN LANDS BACK ON HIS FEET! The champion lunges forward but is caught with a back elbow from Logan Sky, catching the champion directly on the jaw and receiving a huge pop as he turns around and starts unloading lefts and rights against Madjinn! Madjinn fires for a clothesline, but Logan Sky ducks under and the champion spins out ā before regaining his balance, Logan Sky is there with a heavy knee to his midsection, drawing the champion in with a front headlock and straight into a SWINGING NECKBREAKER!
Madjinn cradles his neck as he returns to his feet, and Logan Sky presses the attack ā he sends the champion off the ropes, and on the return trip, right into a POWERSLAM! Logan Sky hooks the far leg! }
ONE!
TWO!
KICKOUT!
Terri Morasco: Thatās part of the reason heās not the person you want to go lightly against, because thatās what Madjinn did coming out to the ring here today, and Logan Sky is making him pay for it!
{ Madjinn is the first to his feet this time, the younger more agile champion, but Logan Sky isnāt too far behind and still keeps the pressure against the champion up by going straight in with more alternating lefts and rights, all while the crowd continues rallying behind him. The challenger backs the champion into the corner, and climbs up to the second rope ā he canāt help but get the crowd hyped as they count along with every punch that Logan Sky delivers with a 10-punch combo! }
ONE!
TWO!
THREE!
FOUR!
FIVE!
SIX!
SEVEN!
EIGHT!
NINE!
TEN!
{ Jessica Andrews is there to warn Logan Sky about the closed fists, and is indicating no moreā¦ Logan Sky jumps backwards off of the turnbuckle, landing just a step away whilst coming down with an elbow straight to the championās dome! }
Vasco Dias: Heās not fighting fair, Terri! Closed fists are illegal, and heās just hitting him with every cheap shot he can.
Terri Morasco: It looks like Logan Sky is on a good amount of fire that just canāt be stopped!
{ Logan Sky backs up to the center of the ring, taking a moment to relish his current success against Madjinn; he finally sprints forward, and Madjinn catches him with a back elbow! Logan Sky shakes it off while Madjinn gives up his back in the corner, and Logan Sky rushes forward to get him into a reverse waistlock looking to physically bring the champion to the center of the ring with a GERMAN SUPLEX! The Mad Prince has his arms hooked on the ropes, though, and Logan Sky is unable to bring him back ā Madjinn with a back elbow to Logan Sky while heās unable to defend himself, and a second elbowā¦Jessica Andrews moves in close to check the two, and as she is checking the front, Madjinn with a swift kick behind catching Logan Sky with a low blow! }
Terri Morasco: I canāt believe that! Jessica Andrews didnāt see it!
Vasco Dias: See what?!
{ Logan backs up, in visible pain as his fellas may have retracted a bit from the connection the champion gotā¦ Jessica Andrews questions Madjinn on what happened, but Madjinn waves her off indicating that heās alright to continue, and Logan Sky still on his feet, although in stinging pain, is met with a series of kicks from the champion! The Mad Prince shows off his striking ability with the shoot kicks aimed for Logan Skyās side, trying to knock the wind out of him ā the crowd winces from every kick, and Logan Sky finally has to cover his ribs after a great kick from himā¦and Madjinn on him like a cat, putting Logan Sky into a GUILLOTINE CHOKE! }
Vasco Dias: Heās gonna make him tap!
Terri Morasco: Logan Sky is somehow able to withstand all of the championās weight, but Madjinn is starting to cut off the air circulation. If he can just drag Logan Sky to the mat, we could see Logan Sky submit!
{ Logan Sky counters with a WATERWHEEL DROP! }
Terri Morasco: Beautiful counter from the challenger!
{ Logan Sky covers his neck while trying to regain his breath, giving Madjinn plenty of time to beat him to his feetā¦he finally does stand up, and Madjinn rushes him off the bat! Logan attempts to counter with a clothesline, but Madjinn ducks under and pulls him into a hammerlock before going into a HAMMERLOCK HEADSCISSORS SMALL PACKAGE! }
Vasco Dias: Where did he learn that?!
Terri Morasco: Thatās a move right out of his auntās playbook!
ONE!
TWO!
KICKOUT!
{ The champion and challenger roll to opposite ends of the mat, and Logan Sky is the first one up this time ā Madjinn barely a second after him, and Jessica Andrews focuses on the champion at the timeā¦ Logan Sky is ready to take the fight to the champion, and as heās about to break into a spring, THE BLACK WIDOW GRABS HIS LEG! The commotion earns the attention from Jessica Andrews, but before Jessica can get a visual, The Black Widow has already released Loganās leg as Logan is correctly calling her out and telling her to stay out of the matchā¦ }
Terri Morasco: Logan Sky was started to get the momentum back in his favor, but it looks like The Black Widow isnāt going to let this stay one-on-one!
Vasco Dias: I think heās just letting his mind get the best of him! Like, sure, sheās standing there, but I didnāt see her intervene at all!
{ With the challenger distracted, Madjinn rushes in with a double axe handle smash to his back! Madjinn continues the attack with clubbing blows against Logan Sky until heās laid out across the middle rope, and then he steps onto his back and uses the top rope to pull himself downward and choke Logan Sky against the center rope! Jessica Andrews is there to give him the count of five to break up the illegal choke, and right at five, Madjinn springs back and brings Jessicaās attention with him as she starts threatening a disqualification only to further amuse the champion. Whilst having the refereeās attention away from Logan Sky, The Black Widow climbs to the ring apron and grabs Logan Sky by the head and drops with all of her weight to continue using the ropes to choke him! The Black Widow releases just in time as Jessica Andrews turns back around. }
Terri Morasco: This is just a handicap match!
{ It takes a moment for the challenger to recollect himself, as he coughs while getting back up to his feetā¦he stumbles backward, spinning as he does, and right onto Madjinnās shoulders! Madjinn raises Logan Sky up, and brings him down with LIGHTS OUT! The champion immediately goes for the coverā¦ }
ONE!
TWO!
KICKOUT!
{ Infuriated by the challenger not staying down, Madjinn springs to his feet and takes both of Loganās arms, and starts unloading on him with a series of stomps! Logan Sky is unable to defend himself, but The Mad Prince doesnāt let up! }
Terri Morasco: This is sickening! Logan Sky has been fighting with everything he can, but Madjinn is relentless, and itās just impossible for Logan Sky to fight on both ends!
Vasco Dias: He just came in here over his head, and this is one-on-one, Terri, I donāt want to hear you confuse that anymore! Itās not Madjinnās fault that Logan Sky is distracted by such a beautiful creature!
Terri Morasco: Are you sure youāre not in love?
{ Finally having to intervene, Jessica Andrews is shoving Madjinn back away from the stompsā¦ }
Vasco Dias: Oh, come one! Madjinn would have won already if Jessica Andrews wasnāt trying to hand this to Logan Sky!
{ Madjinn and Jessica Andrews argue momentarily, but he finally brushes past the referee as Logan Sky is trying to raise his headā¦blood dribbles from the veteranās nose and lips, and he looks like he has just walked out of a train wreck, but he still sits up ā Madjinn leans down to pull him up, but Logan Sky counters into an INSIDE CRADLE! }
ONE!
TWO!
MADJINN KICKS OUT!
{ A surge of adrenaline races through Logan Skyās body as both fighters spring back to their feet ā Madjinn attempts to cut him off, but Logan Sky catches him with another elbow and then immediately into an uppercut that sends Madjinn back into the corner! Logan Sky backs into the opposite corner, looking to get a running start for a huge body splash ā The Black Widow attempts to reach under the ropes, but Logan Sky sees it coming this time, and is able to bring his foot awayā¦he turns toward her, and starts shouting for her ejection while the two get into a verbal fight!
While Logan Skyās distracted, yet again, Madjinn rushes from behind and jumps into him with a double knee strike, and the pain jolts throughout Loganās whole bodyā¦he instinctively turns to face his opponent, and Madjinn is right there to continue driving heavy kicks to his midsection until heās in a seated position, and then the mudhole stomps continue! After it looks like Logan Sky may finally be out of it, Madjinn moves to the center of the ring before sprinting back at the challenger and comes in with a running dropkick! }
Vasco Dias: This is all over but the crying, Terri! All Madjinn has to do is finish him off, and you have to imagine that heās gonna do it in a decisive mannerā¦heās going to let the Gladiatorās Division know, heās going to let the whole locker room know that he is the greatest TV champion in the history of the IWF, and heās going to come after the world championship very soon!
{ Snatching one of Loganās arms, Madjinn forces him back to his feetā¦he cradles his neck for a moment, making him look at him as he calls for the ending of the match before putting him into the Ā¾ neckbreaker position, and starts running out for THE HOWLING! LOGAN SKY SHOVES HIM OFF! The crowd goes wild! Logan Sky uses the ropes to keep himself held up, as Madjinn crashes in the center of the ring, a direct impact against his spine ā¦ Madjinn still manages to get to his feet, and Logan Sky goes for a clothesline to take the champion back down!
MADJINN DUCKS!
Pivoting on his heel, Logan Sky turns right around into the GENOCIDE KICK! Madjinn falls over him, rolling him upā¦ }
ONE!
TWO!
THRā KICKOUT!
Terri Morasco: This whole crowd is going wild as Logan Sky looks to do the impossible! We have a modern day Cinderella Man story happening in front of our very eyes!
Vasco Dias: All heās doing is prolonging the amount of punishment that is going to be inflicted on him, Terri! Make no mistake that this is not going to be his comeback story, this is going to be the match that finally sends Logan Sky home on a stretcher, and heās not going to be able to return to the ring again!
{ Madjinn is starting to grow more and more weary of Logan Skyās resilienceā¦and he signals for the ultimate end, as he first pulls on one of Logan Skyās arms, and without hesitation, locks him into THE PHOENIX TRIANGLE! Logan Sky squirms while in lock, trying to prevent Madjinn from getting it fully locked in but it looks like he has nowhere to goā¦ Logan Sky tries to make it for the ropes, and almost has a hand on it ā THE BLACK WIDOW PULLS THE ROPE BACK! Jessica Andrews doesnāt spot it right away, but as she is darting her head back and forth from Loganās hand to the ropes, SHE FINALLY SPOTS THE INTERFERENCE!
Jessica Andrews springs into action, and kicks The Black Widowās hand off of the ropes! The Black Widow climbs onto the ring apron and starts getting nose to nose with the referee, but knowing that if she hits her she would only get Madjinn disqualified, she resorts to verbally berating Jessicaā¦ The commotion earns the attention of Madjinn, as he turns Jessica Andrews to face him, and the referee doesnāt back down from either one of them!
Jessica Andrews points at The Black Widow, and then calls for her ejection to a full round of applause and standing ovation from the audience! }
Terri Morasco: Madjinn doesnāt look happy at all by Jessica Andrewsā decision to remove The Black Widow from ringside! Now heās going to have to finish this fight on his own!
{ Madjinn is distraught by the decision, but security is starting to come down to escort The Black Widow off of the ring apron. The Black Widow holds onto the top rope and is still arguing nose to nose with Jessica Andrews at this time. This gave ample time for Logan Sky to recover, and he does so by getting to his feet ā for all the advantages that Madjinn has taken throughout the match, Logan Sky doesnāt seem the least bit hesitant as he raises Madjinn onto his shoulders in reverse! BURNING HAMMER! Logan Sky goes right into the cover, but Jessica Andrews is still arguing with The Black Widow until security finally gets her off of the ring apronā¦ }
Terri Morasco: One! Two! Three! This match should be over, Vasco!
Vasco Dias: It was a cheap shot from Logan Sky! Madjinnās reign canāt end like this!
{ Jessica finally turns and sees the pin. }
ONE!
TWO!
THREā KICKOUT!
Vasco Dias: WHEW! SIGH! OF! RELIEF!
Terri Morasco: By all rights, Logan Sky should be the new champion right now!
{ Logan Sky grimaces when Madjinn kicks out, and heās trying to now indicate that he had him pinned a lot longerā¦but the veteran that is Logan Sky knows that arguing with the referee isnāt going to reverse her call. The champion and challenger both wearily get to their feet, and Logan Sky is fired up from the audienceās support as he sends The Mad Prince down with a well-placed punch! Madjinn is able to bounce off the mat, and almost right back to his feet, but is caught with a second right, a third, a fourth, a fifth, a sixth, and a seventh that finally keeps him down on the mat! Each shot brought with more and more fire and intensity! Logan Sky starts stomping against the champion before finishing his chain with an ELBOW DROP! }
Terri Morasco: We could be looking at the making of a new champion!
{ Logan Sky isnāt feeling that itās enough damage to put Madjinn downā¦ Thereās no denying the amount of punishment that the former world champion has been able to take, and Logan Sky knows it, so he opts to get to his feet and is calling for the grand finale! THE DEAL! Logan Sky stalks Madjinn as heās standing up, keeping himself positioned behind the champion so that heāll have to search for him, and be off-balance as he turns aroundā¦ and as if Logan Sky were playing a game of chess, Madjinn goes right into his play, and Logan Sky is able to catch him with a front kick! Madjinn keels over, and Logan Sky brings him in before raising him up in a suplex transition! The crowd gets louder as Madjinn is hanging directly upside down!
MADJINN KEEPS THE MOMENTUM GOING! Madjinn is able to squirm to land back on his feet behind Logan Sky, and immediately tumbles backwards with both arms sprawled across the top rope to hold himself upā¦he shakes off some of the damage, and Logan Sky now takes his turn to face The Mad Prince, and The Mad Prince launches forward with ODE TO APHRODITE! The bicycle knee hits the mark, and Logan Sky falls flat on his back in the center of the ringā¦Madjinn makes the cover. }
ONE!
TWO!
THREE!
DING!
DING!
DING!
Alison Valance: Your winner! BY WAY OF PINFALL! AND STILL! IWF WORLD TELEVISION CHAMPION! THE MAAAAAAD PRINCE, MAAAAAAADJIIIIINNNNNN!!!
{ Madjinn rolls right out of the ring after getting the three count, where The Black Widow already sprints down to rejoin her boyfriendā¦ She helps keep him on his feet, as he is trying to shake off the damage that happened during the match. One of the crew on the outside of the ring brings Madjinn his championship, and he smirks while trying to play off how close Logan Sky came to beating him. }
Terri Morasco: I canāt believe that Madjinn is still walking out with the championship. Logan Sky gave everything he had against the champion, but the numbers game proved to be too much.
Vasco Dias: Thatās nonsense, Terri, complete and utter nonsense! Madjinn came out here to give these people a show, because thatās what he does! He wanted these people to believe he was in danger, but the whole way through, Terri, he schooled the old dog, andā you fought well, Logan! You fought hard! But Madjinn is on a level of his own!
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SEGMENT
2500 Word Limit
Participants: The Murder, Natasha Walker, East Wind and a Mystery Opponent
The Murder confronts Natasha Walker backstage to discuss her whereabouts during the assault on the previous leaders... but will she be alone?
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{Nat Walker is hanging out, dressed down and rocking a wardrobe of T-shirt and jacket and yes a cowboy hat with pants and currently reading of all things an unseen comic Charlie and Rini with Hannah discussing something amongst themselves before the shadow of four figures falls over Nat who looks up with a slow blink and the background figures suddenly start paying attention.}
{Brooklyn stands there, sandwiched by Vivienne and Mai with April standing at Maiās shoulder.}
Brooklyn Madrox: Natasha.
{Nat looks at the quartet inquisitively as Brooklyn continues.}
Brooklyn Madrox: As you know, weāve been making our way around the company trying to get some answers.
Vivienne Rogers: Seems that Roberto doesnāt want to be as forthcoming as weād like so weāve taken over the investigation.
Brooklyn Madrox: Sāan easy question, Natasha. All we want to do is encourage you to be truthful with us.
Mai Everstone: Yeah, you donāt want us to catch you lying.
Brooklyn Madrox: Where were you the night Rowan, Astrid, and Virgina were taken out?
{ Nat blinked at the question and licked her lips as she rubbed at her nose. Then Nat seems to realize the question was a serious one. }
Natasha Walker: What? Really? I wasnāt even here. I was out in Japan ladies. I have no stake in that game and itās not my vibe, sorry.
{Brooklyn takes a step forward, Vivienne reaching out a hand but only resting it on Brooklynās arm}
Brooklyn Madrox: Your vibe? We donāt care if this messes with your vibe Natasha - all we care about is finding out who attacked Rowan!
Vivienne Rogers: And Astrid and Virginia ā¦
Brooklyn Madrox: Right, all of them; of course. Nobody around here is above questioning, least of all someone like you who seems to have flourished with the Murder at half-strength. Is that what youāre saying, Natasha?
Natasha Walker: What Iām saying is if I have a problem with somebody, this is where Iāll be, front anā center.
{ Charlotte manages to finally break free from where her sister and teammate have been restraining her and puts herself squarely between The Murder and Natasha. }
Charlotte: Lay one finger on my friends and Iāll hit you where youāll hurt most.
{ Pointedly, Charlotteās eyes flick from Brooklyn to April then back again.}
Brooklyn Madrox: Youāve got NO IDEA what you're getting yourself into here. But Iām more than happy to let you take the first swing, princess!
{Mai steps around the side of Vivienne as April now reaches out. However, instead of taking hold of Mai, she grabs her sister by the arm and pulls her back a step. Brooklyn, her eyes still glued to Charlotte, doesnāt fight her sister. April extends her free arm towards Charlotte, Rini, and Natasha trying to cool things down.}
Natasha: Iām not made of porcelain, you swing? I swing, numbers or no..ā
April Madrox: Nobody needs to be swinging around here, youāve said your piece, and weāve said ours. Nat says she wasnāt involved, and I already know Charlotte wasnāt as well, right?
{April looks at Charlotte hoping for a cooler head}
April Madrox: Right, Charlotte?
{ Charlotteās eyes again flick briefly to April before returning back to Brooklyn. }
Charlotte Shimizu: I didnāt give a flying fuck about any of you before Queenās Gambit.
April Madrox: Right, not exactly how I was hoping ālet cooler heads prevailā would go, but there you go.
Charlotte Shimizu: If you want cooler heads, try not ambushing people when theyāre mindinā their own business. Tell me April, is this still āwhatās best for the divisionā? Or whatās best for your sister?
April Madrox: Ambushing? We walked through the door, Charlotte. Itās not like we were lying in wait here. And yes, this is whatās best for the division ā¦ adjacently.
Charlotte Shimizu: {scoffing} So whatās good for Brooklyn is what's good for the division? Are you even hearing yourself?
Brooklyn Madrox: Whatās best for the division right now is for me to find out who put my people in the hospital. So if you want to stand between me and the truth ā¦
Mai Everstone: Then itās your funeral.
{Shea OāHara walks on the camera starring down the murder. There is a tense moment where with the numbers even it seems something might breakdown into a fight. The final shot lingers on the Murder after Nat, East Wind and Shea before The Murder seems to depart.}
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SINGLES MATCH
2000 Word Limit
Caleb Cannin vs. Adel Travent
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Alison Valance: Ladies and gentlemen, the following contest is scheduled for one fall!
Terri Morasco: Caleb has been walking around teasing his cash in of the Joker in the pack briefcase. Do you think heāll be cashing it in tonight during the main event?
Vasco Dias: No, Deanās expecting it tonight.
{As āUptown funkā comes on, Adel starts strutting and dancing down to the ring in time to the music}
Alison Valance: First down to the ring, Adel Travent!
Terri Morasco: Adel is back to following Abraxes again. I canāt say Iām thrilled.
Vasco Dias: From what I hear, nothing thrills you.
"The Future is... NOW."
{The opening riff of āEpicā greets the audience as Caleb Cannin walks onto the entrance stage. He smiles devilishly as he makes a confident stride down the ramp, with Kilgore not far behind. He reaches the steel steps, glaring at any fans in the front. Making a careful ascent up the steps, he wipes his feet on the apron before setting foot in the ring. He ditches the jacket and towel, handing them to Kilgore before sitting down cross-legged in the corner.}
Alison Valance: And second out to the ring, Caleb Caninn!
Terri Morasco: He was talking a very, very big game leading up to this match.
Vasco Dias: He can certainly back it up here.
{As soon as the bell rings Caleb runs in with a shining wizard, followed by a fireman's carry gutbuster. Adel tries to get out of the way but Caleb catches him with powerbomb onto the knee. Caleb then dropkicks through the ropes to the outside.}
Terri Morasco: He is just beating the tar out of Adel.
Vasco Dias: YES! I want blood!
{Caleb walks out of the ring and picks Adel up and tosses him back into the ring. Caleb climbs back into the ring and hits THE CANNIN ENDING! He goes for the pin
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Alison Valance: Your winner CALEB CANINN!
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SEGMENT
2000 Word Limit
Jessica Reed welcomes Bob Pooler to El Gande Malo's "Special Induction Day!"
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{ We join the show backstage where Jessica Reed, Bob Pooler and El Grande Malo are inside a conference room which is decked out in balloons and other party paraphernalia. A long table covered in various party foods with a large cake in the middle stretches along the back wall. Bob and Malo are both sat down in front of Jess, the latter wearing a comically small party hat, as she wears a red tuxedo. Jess clears her throat and stands up straight, adjusting her little black bowtie. }
Jessica Reed Ahem, thank you both for attending today. I am grateful for you showing up.
El Grande Malo: I was told there was cake.
Bob Pooler: Roberto was about to have me murdered.
Jessica Reed: So, I know that the whole title match didnāt quite go accordingly and that your methods are a little...
{ Jess scrunches up her face, clearly a little conflicted. }
Jessica Reed: Erm, flawed. But! I believe that you both acted in the right spirit, even if your journey to the destination wasā¦ illegal.
Bob Pooler: I thought my life was in danger if I didnāt.
El Grande Malo: SeƱor Pooler paid me.
{ Jess raises her voice over them. }
Jessica Reed: Aaaaaaaand I know that you were just trying to look out for me and if you upset Bertie in the futureā¦ wellā¦ unpleasantness. Soooo, in the spirit of friendshipā¦ or forced situationship, I wanted to invite you both toā¦
{ Jess steps back and pulls on a rope, holding both her arms out in antication. Bob and Malo both stare as a banner slowly unfurlsā¦ getting stuck at one corner. Jess laughs awkwardly as she leans over the table to pull at the side. }
Jessica Reed: Just bear with meā¦ a little more andā¦ there, got it!
{ The fabric finally comes loose, falling to reveal the scribbled handwriting of Jess and the slogan āHazbin Heelzā surrounded with crude stick figures of herself appearing to intervene in numerous potential forms of illegal interference in a pro wrestling setting. Jess turns, looking at both of them with wide eye glee and excitement as their expressions remain completely neutral. }
Bob Pooler: What the hell is this?
Jessica Reed: Itās my newest creation, professional wrestlingās first ever rehabilitation programme for sinners!
Bob Pooler: Is this some kind of joke?
Jessica Reed: I would never joke about redemption, Bobbo. I take finding the best in people very seriously and I believe with the right guidance thereās some good in everyone, it just needs a littleā¦ persuasion. These heels just need somebody to believe in them and show them that there are other ways to succeed within the boundaries of the spirit of our great sportā¦
{ Jess starts to pull awkwardly on her collar. }
Jessica Reed: Thereās also the matter of Bertie been a tiny little bit sensitive about how everybody has been behaving lately and Iād really hate for people to end up getting hurt if there was something I could have done to help them see thereās a better path. Especially when they were only trying to help me. So, I thought, where better to start than our good friend Mr Malo, after the wholeā¦ incident. I am going to prove there is good is anybody.
Bob Pooler: Heās literally stealing the cutlery!
{ Jess and Bob turn to look at Malo who has walked over to the buffet and has one hand in one pocket whilst holding a plastic fork in another. He slowly turns his head back and forth to look at the pair as he slowly but surely continues to move his hand to slide the fork into his other pocket, continuing to chew cake as he does so. }
Bob Pooler: Stop it! You realise we can both see you, right!?
El Grande Male: No hablo inglƩs?
Bob Pooler: Weāve known each other for years, Iām fully aware that ā
Jessica Reed: Bobā¦
{ Jess places a reassuring hand on his shoulder. }
Jessica Reed: This is really important to me, Bob. Iāve always had faith that even the most devious of wrestlers have a little good in them. I believe thereās good in him, just like I believe thereās good in you.
Bob Pooler: What do you mean?
Jessica Reed: Why do you think Bertie didnāt have you made an example of? I explained to him that even though your methodsā¦ ehhhhā¦ require a little work, all you were doing was trying to help me.
Bob Pooler: And he bought that?
{ Jess shakes her head. }
Jessica Reed: Oh, no, not even a little bitā¦ buuuuut, I persuaded him to not hurt you on this occasion, so long as you agreed to help me.
{ Bob lets out a sigh of relief. }
Bob Pooler: Well, thatāsā¦ Iā¦ thank youā¦ wait, what do you mean on this occasion?
{ Jess ignores him as she looks at him with a big gleaming smile and puppy dog eyes. }
Jessica Reed: Soā¦ will you?
{ Bob takes a moment to contemplate his alternativesā¦ of which he finds precisely zero. }
Bob Pooler: I meanā¦ look at him, this is a bad idea which will never work butā¦ yes, I will. Youāre persistently persuasive.
{ Jess squeals with delight. }
Jessica Reed: You wonāt regret this Bobbo, I swear! Now, letās get back toā¦
{ The pair turn around to find the door swinging back and forth, a trails of crumbs and icing scattered along the floor as Malo is absolutely no where to be seenā¦ along with most of the remaining buffet. }
Jessica Reed: Whereās the cake?
{ Our scene slowly fades as Jess scratches her head and Bob buries his face in his hands and we return to ringside. }
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SINGLES MATCH
2000 Word Limit
Serenity Holmes vs. Mimi Simpson
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Terri Morasco: Itās time for our next match as Serenity Holmes takes on Mimi Simpson. This is Serenityās first in ring appearance since her narrow defeat in the Iron Maiden, I wonder how that will have impacted her?
Vasco Dias: Last week she seemed to be trying to make a deal for herself, I wonder what she wanted? Probably something devious.
Terri Morasco: Youāre far too suspicious, this should be a fantastic match, we will be able to gauge
{ Pump it up plays as Mimi comes running down the ramp and into the ring. }
Terri Morasco: Mimi Simpson is looking pumped up, she must be eager to take this opportunity to prove herself against one of the hottest rising stars in IWF.
Vasco Dias: Itāll take more than being pumped up, Terri. What if Serenity is armed with bees, did you know Mimi is allergic?
Terri Morasco: Armed withā¦ why would sheā¦ who would sheā¦ where would she?
Vasco Dias: See!
{ āSynthetic Sympathyā by Trash Boat immediately explodes from the arenaās speakers, sparking a positive reaction from the crowd. The bass and repeated opening lyrics synchronize with the lights flashing around the venueās interior. }
Terri Morasco: It will be interesting to see how Holmes responds to her setback at the Iron Maiden, she was so close yet she had to watch her moment of triumph go up in smoke.
Vasco Dias: So close, yet so far. Somebody check her pockets!
Terri Morasco: I swear, for the last timeā¦
{ Serenityās music continues to play but she does not emerge, the crowd beginning to grow increasingly restless. }
Vasco Dias: Is Serenity asleep?
Terri Morasco: Something doesnāt seem rightā¦
{ Suddenly the big screen erupts with a shot backstage as the sound of crashing furniture can be heard, followed by a loud shouting voice. }
Serenity Holmes: Get off of me!
{ The camera pans around the corner of a long corridor as the crew race to get to the scene of whatās going on, finding Serenity Holmes in the midst of a struggle with a number of uniformed police officers. Holmes is pushed up against a wall as a female officer does her best to apply handcuffs to her, much against Serenityās will as heads pop from around doors and people āassembleā to watch from a distance. }
Female Officer: Miss Holmes, you are under arrest.
Serenity Holmes: For what!? I donāt understand, Iām meant to be in the ring for match, why are you doing this? On what grounds?
Second Officer: Please try to remain calm, Miss Holmes. I regret that charges are being pressed against you in relation to an alleged assault committed in the United States. I would advise that you stop resisting, we donāt want to add any further charges.
{ Serenityās eyes widen before closing them as she shakes her head, suddenly recalling her recentā¦ ātenseā counselling session. Suddenly Hannah Reed emerges, clearly concerned by the intrusion of law enforcement backstage. }
Hannah Reed: Officers, Iām Hannah Reed, the Head of IWFās Legal Department, do you mind explaining what is going on?
{ The second officer hands Hannah a warrant. }
Second Officer: Miss Holmes has been accused of an aggravated assault by US authorities, weāve been asked to conduct an interview on their behalf pending an potential extradition.
Serenity Holmes: I can explainā¦ I justā¦
Hannah Reed: I recommend you save that for the station, Serenity.
{ Hannah sighs. }
Hannah Reed: Weāll send you a legal representative, Iād advise to wait for them before you say any more.
{ Serenity begins to relent and allow herself to be lead away as the crowd of onlookers suddenly begin to disperse as members of Veronaās Legion begin to march towards Hannah. The camera follows Serenity as she is marched down towards the exit where she is subsequently lead towards an open police van. Serenity stops momentarily, looking over her should with a look of concern before willingly climbing into the vehicle. }
Vasco Dias: First, I get attacked by that delinquent Dean Harper, now weāre harbouring criminals!? You see, Morasco, I told you that Mr. Verona was very wise to secure us all protection, you have no idea what she was carrying!
Terri Morasco: She was in her ring gear, I donāt thinkā¦ besides, we shouldnāt comment on a live criminal investigation.
Vasco Dias: I knew Glasgow was full of criminals.
{ Our shows cuts to a short commercial break as this match appears to have been abandoned, closing with a shot of the van containing Serenity Holmes been driven away. }
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SEGMENT
2000 Word Limit
Participants: Allen Chaney & Jennie Fenix
Allen Chaney addresses the controversial finish to the IWF Roulette 2024 - what will the Comedian have to say?
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{ āShimmy Shimmy Yaā by Ol Dirty Bastard plays and āThe Comedianā Allen Chaney emerges, not doing any of his usual banter with the audience. Heās wearing jeans and a Chiefs jersey and he is quick to get in the ring and grab a microphone, motioning for his music to be cut. Heās got a big wide smile on his face as he speaks. }
ALLEN CHANEY: I amā¦ to put it mildlyā¦ more angry than I have ever been in my entire life.
{ This statement is offset by Allenās wide smile and laughter. }
ALLEN CHANEY: But hey! What can I do? If it takes forty referees and management to decide that they want the main event of their biggest show to have an enormous asterisk beside it then who am I to question them for being a barrel of fucking morons who wouldnāt know their assholes from a hole in the ground? Dumber than a bag of hammers. A gaggle of fucking braindead dipshits who couldnāt pour water out of a boot if the instructions were on the goddamn heel. I could sit here and explain in detail why Iām so angry but frankly I have neither the time nor the crayons to explain it in a way theyāll be able to understand.
{ Thereās something demented about the way Allen continues to smile as he says this. Itās becoming clear that heās completely lost it. }
ALLEN CHANEY: For those of you not aware of who I am because you only watch the second half of this show and I donāt get booked past the undercardā¦ Iām one of the two winners of High Stakes this year. If the referees in this company didnāt share one fucking brain cell then BOTH Warren Harper and I would be in the main event of Night of The Immortals but hereās the thingā¦ Iām going to let you guys in on a little secret about how things really work around hereā¦
{ Allen motions for the camera to come in closer. }
ALLEN CHANEY: The truth is that this company breathed a sigh of relief when they found out they could just fuck me over because THIS company doesnāt want my fat ugly mug on their fucking posters. Iāve played nice on the undercard, assured eventually Iād get my shot but this company doesnāt WANT a guy like me winning titles so I donāt GET those opportunities. Iāve gotta kick Logan Skyās ass 40 more times before I get to even sniff a fucking title belt. Well Iām done. Management can come to me with an offer that interests me or they can suck my girthy Kansas City dick.
{ Allen goes and sits on the top turnbuckle and seems to be getting comfortable to talk for a while. }
ALLEN CHANEY: So letās really talk about how this company treats peop-
{ Allen is cut off abruptly but is still talking. He realizes his microphone has been cut. We see him start to laugh very hard. He hops down from the turnbuckle and slides out of the ring, going over to where the sound tech is near the ring. We hear an exchange between the two that seems to get a little heated before Allen finally boots the sound guy in the stomach and gutwrench powerbombs him into the table with his soundboard, putting him through it. }
Vasco Dias: What is he thinking?!
{ Allen is laughing his ass off now as he climbs back into the ring, security making their way down the ramp to the ring but Allen hits the ropes and drops on the whole group of them with a somersault plancha like a wrecking ball. }
Terri Morasco: Allen Chaney is going to take out all of our security! Weāre going to need some more help out here!
{ Allen is quick back up to his feet and is throwing wild haymaker punches at the guards as they stand back up to their feet.
One of them ends up taking a Hackbreaker. Another ends up getting a Punchline. Allen beats one guy with another guy. Heās in the middle of setting up a table when Jennie rushes down the ramp, pushing past the actual Police who are on their way down the ramp as well, however, the police get an arm up to hold Jennie back to act as if they were protecting herā¦ }
JENNIE FENIX: LET ME THROUGH!
{ The police refuse the request, and get inside the ring ā Allen looks ready to take the fight to them, but they move in together and successfully take down The Comedian! They flip him onto his stomach, and pull his hands behind him back while others continue to hold Jennie back. Jennie moves over to her parents sitting in the front row, and a nearby camera picks up the short conversation... }
JENNIE FENIX: Umm... Hey, so he's not usually like this! But he has a good reason! I promise! We- we'll catch up, okay? Promise!
{ Soon āThe Comedianā is being dragged up the ramp while being read his rights, still smiling wide and laughing all the way. The camera follows this all the way to the back where we see Allen getting stuffed into the back of a car and the door being slammed. Jennie Fenix is still following, demanding badge numbers and to know where to post bail and all sorts of other information as Allen gets taken away. While trying to keep pace with the officers, Jennie takes out her phone and within seconds is holding it up. One ringā¦ two ringsā¦ three rings! }
JENNIE FENIX: Hey! Listen up really quickā¦I have a proposition for youā¦
{ She hurries for her own vehicle, and is unable to be heard any further. }
Vasco Dias: Folksā¦Weāre gonnaā¦take a quick commercial break to uhā¦ comb through the wreckage, I suppose. What does this mean for The Comedianās future in IWF?
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MAIN EVENT
IWF MEN'S WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP
SINGLES MATCH
4000 Word Limit
Dean Harper (c) vs. Ethan King
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Alison Valance: Ladies and gentlemen, the following contest is scheduled for one fall, and it is for the IWF WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP!
Terri Morasco: This match is Ethan King's IWF return, and he's certainly talked himself into a big opportunity. The question is if he's in over his head taking on Dean Harper.
Vasco Dias: Ethan King earned his name wrestling deathmatches in Japan. He's much more than a pretty face, he's a savvy competitor and the LAST person you want to underestimate. Besides heās beaten Dean Harper every time theyāve faced each other before.
{Lights go down. The opening riff of "Hail to the King" plays, met with swiftly moving and flashing white spotlights flashing through the arena, and as the drums kick in Ethan King slowly steps out to the stage, accompanied by his wife. He takes a few steps forward, wearing an expensive looking black suit, looking to either side as he cracks his neck with a smug grin. Ethan looks dead ahead at the ring, as the overture ends, the lights come up in full as he spreads his arms wide and soaks in the reaction from the crowd. When the lyrics begin he finally lowers his arms and begins his walk down the ramp. When he reaches the ring he removes his suit - revealing his ring attire underneath - pulls himself up onto the apron, and finally steps into the ring when the chorus roars through the arena. He stands in the center of the ring, a single fist raised in the air as he nods slightly in rhythm to the music, pumping his fists three times in time with the words āHAIL! HAIL! HAIL!ā before finally settling into his corner.}
Alison Valance: Introducing first, to my right, the challenger. Being accompanied by Gwen Price-King, from Green Bay, Wisconsin, weighing in at 240 pounds, ETHAAAAAAAN KIIIIIIIING!
{Ethan raises his fist in the air again, smirking as the crowd boos him and his wife.}
Terri Morasco: You can feel the anticipation in the air here...
Vasco Dias: This is going to be an absolute bloodbath.
{The crowd grows silent as the lights go out as the beginning of Freak Flag gets louder the stage area starts to fill with smoke. Suddenly, and abruptly as the drums and guitars kick in a pyro explodes around the stage.}
āWe're taught to be like them
Taught to know our place
We kept the pace but we're done pretending
We'll fall blindly through the fairy tale endings"
{Pyro explodes on either side of the rampway as Dean Harper appears through the red-tinted smoke. He stands with his arms outstretched, fists balled up soaking in the reaction from the crowd before walking down to the ring slowly. He jumps up onto the apron before springing on the bottom rope into the ring. Once in the center of the ring, he spreads his arms wide as he soaks in the red flashing lights before lifting his head sharply, kicking back the hood to show his face, nodding in rhythm to the music as he slowly breaks into a wicked grin. After a few moments, he turns and settles into his corner, tossing his hood and jacket to ringside.}
Terri Morasco: And here comes the World Champion, ready for battle!
Vasco Dias: He looks so angry. Do you think he got blue-balled by his soon-to-be ex-husband backstage?
Terri Morasco: Youāre lucky he canāt hear you.
Alison Valance: And his opponentā¦ for the IWF WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPā
{The crowd pops for the announcement, and as Alison seems about to continue The lights change, flickering purple briefly.
āMirror Mirror on the wall
Show me truth or none at all
Break the glass and walk away
Iām done with everything.ā
The lights settle on a softer, more stable yellow in time with the opening drums and guitar riff of āDone With Everythingā by Line So Thin. The crowd are divided for Warren Harper as he emerges from behind the curtains wearing a simple leather jacket, with his hands at his hips and a smile on his face.
He then heads towards the ring but jumps up and sits on the barricade to watch the match. Dean glares at him and Ethan can be heard āWait your turn, Junior.ā Alison clears her throat.}
Alison Valance: From Sioux Falls, South Dakota, standing at 6ā2āā and weighing in at 185 pounds.. Your world championā¦ DEAN HARPER!
{The crowd is hype as hell with the Roulette winner being front and center. Dean takes a step out of the corner, holding the World Championship high in the air with a smirk on his face. Ethan smirks back, bemused, as Dean hands the belt to the ref, never breaking his gaze with Ethan. The referee displays the title to each side of the ring before handing it off to the timekeeper and consulting with both competitors. Ethan nods to the ref, and Dean gives his own nod.}
"The Future is... NOW."
{The opening riff of āEpicā greets the audience as Caleb Cannin walks onto the entrance stage. He smiles devilishly as he makes a confident stride to the stage, pulls out a lawn chair and sets it up on the top of the ramp, putting up his feet and drinking from a concessions cup with an umbrella in the lid.}
Terri Morasco: What is he doing here?
Vasco Dias: He wants to watch the match, the same as everyone else.
{The ref points at Caleb and Warren clearly warning them not to get involved. Caleb puts his hands up as if to say āwho? Me? Nooā while Warren simply watches. The ref shrugs and signals for the bell.}
Terri Morasco: HERE WE GO!
Vasco Dias: This is going to be messy!
{As the bell rings, Ethan hits Dean with a headscissors, but Dean kips up out of the hold, Ethan scrambling to his feet only to meet a quick dropkick from the World Champion! Ethan rolls to the outside, shaking his head as his wife consults with him.}
Terri Morasco: And lest we forget, Dean Harper's fast like a freak.
Vasco Dias: Ethan's got the advantage, but he can't take Dean too lightlāWHOA!
{As Vasco's speaking, Dean hits the ropes, charging and leaping over the top rope to take out Ethan on the outside with a huge Descent into Hell! Dean lands on his feet, roaring as the crowd cheers the athletic display. Dean grabs Ethan by the seat of his tights, hauling him to his feet, and hurling him into the ring. Dean is measuring Ethan with a smirk on his face.}
Terri Morasco: An amazing aerial display from Dean Harper, turning back the hands of time!
Vasco Dias: When something like the World Title is on the line, you bring your entire arsenal to bear.
{As Ethan gets to his feet, Dean leaps up on the top rope, springboarding in with a forearm...ONLY FOR ETHAN TO SWAT DEAN OUT OF THE AIR WITH A RUNNING UPPERCUT! Dean drops to the canvas, clutching his head, and Ethan quickly drops a knee to the side of Dean's head, rolling to his feet with a flourish. A puddle of red quickly grows under Dean's prone form, and Ethan delivers a series of vicious stomps to Dean's forehead, the referee is unable to do anything but ask if Dean can continue. Dean waves the referee off, earning another stomp from Ethan before being scooped up onto the Wisconsinite's shoulder and barged into the corner for a Snake Eyes! Dean rebounds off of the top turnbuckle, an arc of crimson flying from his forehead, and Ethan drops into the first cover of the match!
ONE! TWO! KICKOUT! Ethan shakes his head briefly before nodding, grabbing Dean's wrist and twisting him into another wristlock.}
Terri Morasco: God, you were right! This is getting ugly quick!
Vasco Dias: That's why Ethan King is in this position: he has the talent and the instincts to compete at an elite level.
{Ethan shoots a knee up into Dean's sternum before wrenching his arm around and snapping it off of his shoulder. He doesn't let go, however, and Ethan threads around into a half nelson before yanking Dean up and drilling him with a half nelson backbreaker! Dean clutches his spine, letting out a cry of pain, and Ethan smirks, straddling him and nailing a series of punches. Dean's blood streaks along Ethan's hands and forearms, leaving slick trails of red in their wake. After roughly a dozen strikes, Ethan kicks Dean onto his stomach, hooking his foot under Dean's chin and guiding him up to a vertical base.}
Terri Morasco: Oh God, he's an absolute wreck! Ethan King is in FIRM control here!
Vasco Dias: Now you see what happens when the classes go to war!
{Dean staggers as Ethan rears back, whipping his foot around in a vicious arc for the BARE YOUR THROAT! NO! Dean manages to roll forward and underneath the move, hitting the ropes! Ethan quickly recovers, hitting the opposite ropes, and comes off with the FINAL TILT! NO! Dean ducks under again, leaping onto the middle rope, and catches Ethan as he turns around with the Oathbreaker! Both men drop to their hands and knees, Ethan clutching his forehead and Dean quickly forcing himself to his feet with a shout of defiance.}
Terri Morasco: One move! One move is all it takes to shift the momentum, and Dean Harper might have just bought himself back into this match!
Vasco Dias: This flipping maniac! Ethan King doesn't deserve this sort of shabby treatment! He's a philanthropist! He's a successful businessman! Who is Dean Harper to inflict this kind of-of senseless brutality on him?!
Terri Morasco: He's the IWF World Champion, Vasco, and he intends to keep it that way!
{Ethan rocks back to his knees, and Dean backs off then lights him up with a huge running dropkick to the chest. A second connect, then a third, then a fourth! Ethan clutches his chest and Dean quickly wrenches his arm, hauling him up and looking for a Rebound German suplex. Ethan reverses, ducking his head for a back body drop, and Dean counters with a Bicycle knee! Ethan shoots upright, stumbling in a circle before running straight into an Step up Enzurgiri that staggers him again. Dean hits the ropes, and Ethan quickly scrambles to get out of the ring! Unfortunately for him, Dean's just too quick this time, coming off with a huge single leg dropkick that smashes Ethan's face! Dean quickly mounts Ethan with a Romero Special, stretching Ethanās back uncomfortably!}
Terri Morasco: Ethan King might be in trouble here!
Vasco Dias: Get that idiot off of him! Don't you understand you're defacing a national treasure?!
{āIām Good (Blue)ā by David Guetta & Bebe Rexha plays as Madjinn, Terrella and Black Widow come out and stand on the stage to watch the match as well. Madjinn stands there clearly focused on what is happening in the ring. Caleb nods to Madjinn offering a toast with his concession drink but is ignored. Warren doesnāt take his eyes off the match happening in front of him.}
Terri Morasco: What are they doing here?!
{Ethan keeps enough of his wits to roll Dean onto his shoulders!
ONE! TWO! KICKOUT! Dean releases the Romero Special to kick out, but as he approaches Ethan again he's met with a quick rake to the eyes. Dean stumbles back, clutching his face, and Ethan delivers a savage snap kick to the gut, doubling him over. Ethan hauls him in, underhooking his arms and looking for the BEND THE KNEE! Dean manages to snap his arms free of the underhooks, however, and lashes out with a superkick to Ethan's kneecap, dropping him to his knees. Dean quickly hits the ropes, bounding off and leaping for the DANCE THE SPIRAL! NO! Ethan rolls out of the way, fumbling with his boots, and as Dean turns around, hopping a bit on one leg, Ethan lunges forward, drilling Dean between the eyes with the BRAZEN EQUALIZER! Dean drops like a sack of bricks, and Ethan drops into a cover, hooking both legs tightly!
ONE! TWO! THREāKICKOUT! Dean barely manages to kick out, and Ethan looks incensed! He begins to argue with the referee, who frantically defends his cadence.}
Terri Morasco: Those damn brass knuckles again!
Vasco Dias: Stay down! STAY DOWN! Know your place, Harper!
{Dean forces himself up to his knees, gasping for air. Ethan shakes his head in disbelief, lighting Dean up with an uppercut before delivering a quick boot to the gut. He underhooks Dean's arms again, this time to the side, and hauls Dean to the center of the ring, and kicks his leg out for the BLACK ICE! NO! Dean spins out, grabbing Ethan's wrist, and hauls him in for the Reality Break! Dean bounces up into a sitting position, grin stretching his face. His visage is absolutely awash with blood as Ethan clutches his own forehead, a rivulet of blood staining him a matching shade of red. Dean drops back down, rolling to the outside as Gwen looks on, worried but Dean doesnāt go towards her.}
Terri Morasco: Dean keeps pulling these counters out of nowhere! What's he going to do next?
Vasco Dias: I don't like this, I don't like this at all!
{Dean moves to stare down Warren, who blows Dean a kiss before Dean looks up to Madjinn who covers his mouth with his hand, clearly amused. Dean glances at Caleb who offers another cheers with his cup. Dean backflips back into the ring and walks back over to the still-prone Ethan. Dean hauls him up with a handful of his hair before hooking him into a Headscissors DDT, then drilling him with a series of knee strikes that cause Ethan's arms to drop limp. Dean drags Ethan over to the center of the ring, bouncing his head off it and leaving a bloody smear before rolling him onto his back. Dean looks to the turnbuckle, and the crowd roars as he points to the top buckle before making a flipping motion with his hands!}
Terri Morasco: WHAT?! He couldn't be signaling for what I think he is, could he?!
Vasco Dias: Heās gonna do more flippy bullshit?!
{Dean walks, hauling himself up the turnbuckles with gritted teeth. He wipes the blood from his eyes, looking around at the crowd with a grin on his face. Dean closes his eyes, taking a deep breath, and backflips, rotating twice midair gracefully to deliver SCREAMING FROM THE SKY! Dean and Ethan both lie in motionless heaps in the middle of the ring, half the mat stained various shades of red by their savage war. Gwen pounds on the mat, trying to encourage Ethan to get up as both men lay stunned and a "HO-LY SHIT!" chant roars to life. Caleb is laughing from the top of the ramp, Madjinn is stonefaced, Warren is just stating, barely breathing.}
Terri Morasco: Neither is moving oh my god!
Vasco Dias: These men hate one another and there was only one way they were gonna win.
{The ref starts to count
1
2
3
4
5
Gwen is pounding on the mat to get her husband to move. Madjinn, Caleb, and Warren are all watching intensely to see how this plays out.}
Terri Morasco: Oh god, could this end with a double knock out?
Vasco Dias: It better fucking not.
{6
7
8
Dean pushes himself off of the mat and crawls to the rope pulling himself up. Ethan still hasnāt moved
9
10!
The referee checks on Ethan, taking a moment to do his due diligence... but they aren't happy, they're calling this match!}
Alison Valance: Your winner and STILL IWF WORLD CHAMPION DEAN HARPER!
Terri Morasco: He did it! He beat Ethan King!
Vasco Dias: Who gave that ref permission to do a knockout count? This wasnāt a last-man standing match!
{Dean takes the world title into his arms as Freak Flag plays loudly. Dean flips off Madjinn and Caleb with one hand and stares at Warren who only smirks at him.}
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Well howdy there pardner.