Post by Deleted on May 17, 2016 11:45:19 GMT -6
Pain is something that is temporary. Most think of it as an annoyance. To others, it's a side effect of failure. For me... it's a part of life. I welcome it. I need it. I feed from it....
...and my hunger never ends.
by TITAN
Episode: Prequel
Episode: Prequel
Reno, Nevada
Reaper's Peak.
Snow pelts the mountain side as vicious winds twist about, bending the surrounding flora with a thunderous roar. Stomping through the thick snow below, a man moves forward. His thick beard is frosted over, tipped with white and matching his thin eyebrows. A sock hat is pulled down tightly over his brow, shielding him from the harsh elements. A massive torso heaves to take in air, as the man continues on, refusing to bend to the will of the elements.
A man... or a TITAN.
Finding his target, TITAN reveals what looks to be an enlarged axe. It's metal gleams under the overcast skies. Raising the axe, TITAN grits his teeth and brings it down hard unto the thick tree, splintering it almost in one hit and sending shavings in various directions. TITAN repeats this again.. and again, each time with more gusto. Finally, the axe sees it's way through the Oak, and the tree falls to the snow below. TITAN catches his breath next, before hoisting the large stump unto his shoulder.
He then drags the stump towards his pick up truck.
Seated on the tail gate of the truck is Barry Jordan, TITAN's manager and friend. Buried under a thick parka and matching gloves, Jordan rubs his hands together to create heat as he speaks to his protégé.
Jordan: Billy... can't we just buy fire wood like normal.. civilized human beings? It's freezing out here!
TITAN grimaces at Barry Jordan and then drops the heavy trunk in the snow. Without a word, he removes his coat, revealing his massive upper body. A tight fitting tank top is all that he is wearing, As if the cold was not a factor, TITAN answers Barry as he picks up his axe once more.
TITAN: I don't feel shit. Quit being a damn pussy.
Jordan: Son, you don't have to be so angry all of the time. I am on your side.. truly.
TITAN suddenly drops the axe and lunges at Barry, lifting him right off of the truck bed with one gesture! Glaring into his manager's bulging pupils, TITAN speaks with rage in his voice.
TITAN: I didn't ask for a damn opinion on how to live. You are not my friend... nor are you my mentor. so quit trying to be! you work for me.. and you have a job to do. WHERE IS MY FUCKING MATCH! I WANT SAVAGE.... I am tired of waiting. My list of victims needs to start growing before I get the urge to take it out on you instead.
Holding his hands up defensively, Barry Jordan sucks in the snot within his nasal cavity as he pleads his case.
Jordan: Billy.. things are in motion as we speak. If you haven't heard, our esteemed EWC Champion has recently announced that he will be more active over the next few weeks. It's just a matter of time until he gets banged up enough and ripe for the pickings.
TITAN: DO YOU THINK I GIVE A SHIT?! I could take X at full strength... tell me about Savage. He is all that matters right now.
Jordan: Oh... trust me. Savage is preoccupied as well. As of now, he is focused on some trivial tournament in a rival promotion. A silly move if you ask me.. especially with a monster such as you on the hunt for his soul. Until then, however, I have taken the liberty to ask that you be given a match at the next Brawl. The EWC must come to know TITAN in the way that the rest of the world does. LET THEM TREMBLE AT YOUR MIGHT! LET THEM ALL SHAKE AT THE MAGNIFICENCE THAT IS-
TITAN suddenly drops Barry back on the truck bed without warning, causing Barry to stumble backwards. TITAN then picks up his axe and heads back to the tree stump.
TITAN: Good. I am hungry. Fresh meat is in order.
The axe is raised... and then brought down upon the wood with authority. Again, and then again. Barry watches the powerful display... and a grin forms upon his chapped lips. It was only a matter of time..