FN'R #463 - Long Beach, California

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WARNING: This live event contains strong coarse language (L), and intense violence (V) which may be unsuitable for younger viewers. None of the matches you are about to watch have been predetermined. Only some of the thematic story-lines have been discussed beforehand. Accordingly, EWC and it's producers must insist that no one attempt to recreate or re-enact any match or activity performed in this live event...

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EPISODE 463
FEB 14TH 2020

LIVE! From The Walter Pyramid in Long Beach, CA

EWC RAMPAGE
2.14.2020
Live From The Walter Pyramid in Long Beach, CA
Commentators -
Play-By-Play: Grizzly Duggan
Color: Javier Martinez & Phillip Loydson
Announcer: Emmanuelle Chriqui
Head Ref: Toyo Yasahiro
Assistant Refs: Mike Michaelson & Pierce Patterson
Backstage Help: Bryan Spade

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Fog spreads throughout the arena, covering the screaming fans as "Another Fight" begins to sound off over the loudspeakers.



"ALRIGHT, HOLD TIGHT
I'M NEVER GONNA LOSE ANOTHER FIGHT"

The fans scream for delight as the MacTron explodes to life. Pyro ignites on the stage.



The camera pans around the arena as fans scream for delight and begin their chants and raise their signs high into the air. They wave their signs. 

{MELODY IS MY QUEEN}

{SCORPIO SUCC}

{BET ON BLACK}

{KING ACEHOLE}

{WHO TF IS WALTER?}

{THE GUY BEHIND ME CAN'T SEE!}

FN'R!!!

FN'R!!!

FN'R!!!

FN'R!!!

The camera flashes back to the MacTron which shows the current FN'R roster... There's Ace King, Alex Carbajal, Dantalion, Erik Holland, Georgie Nickles, Jackie Layton, L Verez, Melody Malone, Phoenix Winterborn, Samantha Hamilton, Samuel McPherson, Saoirse Maguire , Scorpio, Tanja Devereaux and Voshon Jackson
. The MacTron flips back to Scorpio holding his title high before flipping to Melody Malone holding both of her titles high. Melody smirks as a round of pyro is fired off. 



And then the camera cuts over to the commentary desk, where Grizzly Duggan stands with a smile. Phillip Loydson sits with a scowl on his face while Omar Martinez is checking his phone. Grizzly sits down, and Omar pockets his phone. 

Duggan: Ladies and gentlemen, we welcome you to another stacked episode of Friday Night Rampage. As always, I'm Grizzly Duggan. Joined by Phillip Loydson and Omar Martinez.

Loydson: How's it going?

Martinez: Glad to be here.

Duggan: Well boys, we've got a stacked one for tonight. Let's start with the main event. The newly crowned Undisputed Champion takes one the new crowded Untied States champion. It's Melody Malone Vs Scorpio, the rematch we've been waiting for.

Loydson: The precious Melody is sure to win that one. But before that, the precious Samantha Hamilton has a match! And her hot biker friend Bullet is there!

Martinez: Yes, a battle royal that will see the final two remaining crowned #1 contenders to the United States Championship and they will meet in a ladder match to determine who is #1. This match had The Animal, The Bullet, Dantalion, Erik Holland, L-Verez, NEZUMI, Phoenix Winterborn and The Titaness.

Duggan: That should be a fantastic match. Beforehand, we have another rematch. It’s Ace King Vs Xavier Reid. Their first match was nearly voted MOTY for 2019. The second promises to be just as good.

Martinez: And before that match, Clay Byrd takes on EWC Tag Team Champion Iggy Swango in what has become a bit of a personal affair.

Loydson: A personal affair with Iggy Swango sounds like five seconds of heaven.

Duggan: And our show opener, Damage Inc Vs S.T Vs The experimental team of Cyrus Black and Tanja Devereaux.

Martinez: This show promises to be a great show.

Duggan: Yes it does Omar. This is the FN’R Premiere, and we will be right back after a word from EWC TV.

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[FN'R]

As we settle into the opener of Rampage’s Szn 21 the lights in The Walter Pyramid begin to fade down with red, white, and blue spotlights shining around the crowd and the stage. A voice comes on over the loudspeaker…

“LADIES AND GENTLEMEN… PLEASE BE UPSTANDING FOR THE NATIONAL ANTHEM OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA…”

A cheer goes up amongst the Long Beach fans as they get to their feet, the camera passing around the announce table to show Duggan, Martinez, and Loydson also standing with hands over their hearts. Slowly the crowd dies down as the spotlights fade out leaving the arena in darkness…

“Oh say can you seeeeeeee, by the dawn’s early light… what so prooouuudly we hailed, at the twilight’s last gleaming…?”

However the voice that’s singing is, frankly, tantamount to a pack of cats being waxed. A few murmurs of annoyance go up amongst the crowd as Philip Loydson beams widely looking like the proudest patriot. A spotlight shines on the stage, revealing none other than Crème de la Crème with microphone in hand. The drag queen is dressed in her usual wildly over-stated make-up and massive wig, however now she’s boasting a blue-green crown and dress, and carrying a torch in her spare hand. Yes, ladies and gentlemen, Crème de la Crème is dressed as Lady Liberty opening Rampage with the Star-Spangled Banner. Welcome to Szn 21, it’s going to be a long one…

Crème de la Crème: Whose broad stripes and bright staaaaars, through the perilous fight… O’er ramparts we watched, were so gaaaallantly streaming…

Duggan: Oh good lord…

Loydson: Be quiet and show some respect for this great country and a great rendition of its national anthem!

The crowd are beginning to get a little hostile as Crème continues her attempt at the Star-Spangled Banner. She slowly walks down the stage and onto the ramp, raising the torch above her head as she tries out a few run-ons and high notes.

Crème de la Crème: And the rocket’s red glaaaaare… the bombs bursting in aaaaaaair… gave proof through the niiiight that our flag was still theeeere…

Duggan: This is completely devoid of taste and decency!

The camera pans by the announce table as Duggan has his head in his hands, Martinez has his arms folded and is shaking his head at this ridiculous display, and Loydson remains stood up with his hand on his heart singing along the national anthem. Back on the ramp Crème continues her walk down waving her torch.

Crème de la Crème: OOOOH SAY DOES THAAAT STAR-SPANGLED BAAAAAAANNNNEEEEEEERRRR YET WAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAVVVEEE….

A few of the fans along the ramp are shouting at Crème to stop, and one even throws their drink, narrowly missing Lady Liberty.

Crème de la Crème: … OOOOO’ER THE LAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAND OF THE FREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE…

Crème stands at the end of the ramp, her eyes closed, and her torch-bearing hand now touched to her ear a la Mariah Carey doing run-on notes. The camera pans around the crowd as many have their hands over their ears protecting themselves from the flat singing and pitchy voice…

Crème de la Crème: … AND THE HOOOOOOOOOOOOOOME OOOOOOOF THEEEEEEE BRAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAVE…

The drag queen opens her eyes and smiles widely at having completed a song worthy of The Superbowl, while the whole of The Walter Pyramid are giving her as much heat as possible. Back at the announce table Loydson wipes a tear from his eye and mutters “beautiful” as he sits himself down. Crème climbs into the ring and stands in the middle, looking around the fans, before she raises the microphone once more…

Crème de la Crème: Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome The Baddest Bitch On The Planet, The True Hero of Friday Night Rampage, The Chosen One, The Man Who Ended 777, The Rampage Commander-In-Chief… THE UNOFFICIAL 46TH PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES… THE S-FACTOR… THE EWC UNITED STATES CHAMPION… SCOOOOOOORPIOOOOOO!!!

I'm the best the world has ever seen (I'm the best ever!)

I'm somebody you'll never forget 'cause I work hard and sweat in my tears (Can't be stopped!)

I'm never falling again and if I did, I'd come back

The lights go down again to a single spotlight on the stage as Madonna’s ‘Iconic’ hits the speakers, and the crowd boo loudly for the man who’s about to come out. The signature Louboutins step into the light and we see Scorpio is dressed in a stunning coat, half of it the Star-Spangled Banner of The USA, half of it The Union Jack of Great Britain. As the music swells he throws to coat open to reveal a beautiful white classic Scorpio outfit, with the United States Championship around his waist. Scorpio takes the title off and raises it above his head, strutting down the ramp with the coat swishing behind him. As he reaches the ring Crème separates the ropes, allowing the S-Factor in. The music fades out and Scorpio takes the microphone, standing proudly in the middle of the ring with the United States Championship over his shoulder…

Scorpio: My fellow Americans…

Martinez: … he’s British though?!

Loydson: And? So was the USA itself originally have some damn respect!

The crowd are already booing The S-Factor as loudly as they can, and he’s only said three words.

Scorpio: I DID IT!!!!

He raises the United States Championship above his head and parades around the ring showing his prize to every corner of the Walter Pyramid. The Long Beach fans boo louder and louder, a chant of “Thank You Gambler!” breaks out putting a sour look on Scorpio’s face.

Scorpio: Thank you Gambler? THANK YOU GAMBLER?! How dare you… HOW DARE ALL OF YOU?! I went out there at WrestleFest and I made the impossible possible, I beat the unbeatable, I pinned Ace King twice and I ENDED 777!!!

More boos reign down as Scorpio rubs a hand over the faceplate of the United States Championship.

Scorpio: That night I made history, and I sent a clear message to every single wrestler in the EWC, and every one of you sat watching us… Season 21 is Scorpio Season. Last year I was sold short, looked down upon, passed up for opportunities where the likes of Ace, Cyrus, and Sanders were given title matches and accolades to their hearts’ content. Now for the first time in over two years Ace King is title-less. Now Cyrus Black is opening the show in the sort of tag match designed to let you all have a bathroom break. Now Dominic Sanders is rotting in the minor leagues, never to return. THIS IS MY DAMN SHOW NOW!

Loydson: The man’s just stating facts…

Martinez: And claiming Sanders is ‘rotting in the minor leagues’ is a fact?

Loydson: Of course it is! Those two-bit independents wouldn’t survive a single Friday Night, let alone a year of both Brawl and Rampage like Scorpio has! Not to mention if you cast your minds back, Sanders was due to wrestle Scorpio as his next booked match when he made his choice to run away to the blue brand – no doubt the fear of taking on our future United States Champion pushed him over the edge!

The fans continue to show Scorpio their disgust at his words as he smirks and continues speaking, pacing the ring in those high-heeled Louboutin boots.

Scorpio: And yet already the powers-that-be in the EWC are trying to bring me down, just as they did last year. On the first Rampage after my win they’re stacking the deck against me with a battle royal to determine the first person I’ll retain the United States Championship against… it’s just a shame the only ‘talent’ they could find were four people I’ve already beaten, and four people who are so inconsequential I’ve never actually heard of them? Whatever. It just goes to show I’m unmatched on Friday Nights now… which gives me a clear path to a second piece of gold…

He grins.

Scorpio: See the last season was filled with people holding two titles. Ace did it as Undisputed Champion, then Cyrus, and now even the Rancid Whore is holding two titles… one of them she outright stole from me, but that’s a different matter…

Duggan: Folks we apologise for the language our United States Champion has just used…

Scorpio: … and so I say, why can’t I be a double-champion?! I look out at this roster and honestly who the hell else is going to challenge Melody Malone? Who the hell else has the talent to be the next Undisputed Champion? I appear to be the only sane person around here not infected with the Maloneavirus, not taken in by her sickeningly-sweet love story with that quiff-sporting prick, not falling for her batting her eyelashes and pretending she’s not the stone-cold bitch that declared herself ‘Queen’ and would do anything… or frankly anyone… to get ahead. In tonight’s main event I’m going to prove to you all where the real power lies on Friday Nights… and sooner rather than later on Scorpio Season I will be the Undisputed Champion…

With the US Championship on his left shoulder he gestures to his empty right one, suggesting that’s exactly where Malone’s title will sit. The grin on his face widens as the crowd boo louder, and Crème de la Crème marches around the ring pointing at people with her liberty torch and screaming at them to shut up. Scorpio shakes his head.

Scorpio: Boo me, hate me, claim I’m ‘delusional and ridiculous’ all you want… you can’t deny the fact I ended 777, you can’t deny the fact I am the best new talent to hit the EWC in years, you can’t deny that none of those potential contenders have even a slight chance against me, and you can’t deny that I am the Undisputed Champion in waiting… this has been your first State of The Rampage Address… and it’s been fabulous!

He throws the microphone down and raises the title as ‘Iconic’ hits the speakers once again. Scorpio and Crème parade around as the crowd hurl heat, abuse, and even some trash down on the S-Factor as he marches up the ramp and backstage.

Duggan: Well, Scorpio’s laid out his stall for Szn 21, we’ll have to see how many of those predictions come true…

Loydson: I’m putting all my savings on every single one of them! ALL HAIL THE COMMANDER-IN-CHIEF! ALL HAIL THE 46TH PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES! ALL HAIL SCORPIO!

[FN'R]

The camera cuts backstage where we find Xavier Reid with his cousin Tlatoani Volando

Tlatoani: What’s it say about a guy who just got married and on the first Valentine’s Day as a husband he decides to work instead of taking his new wife out for a romantic dinner?

Reid: It tells you he’s a selfish ass but cut Ace a break, for all we know Shelley is here and this is his idea of a romantic night?

Tlatoani: Now that does sound like something Ace would find romantic, beating your ass around the ring, maybe...maybe he needs that kind of foreplay to get him in the mood…

Xavier shakes his head at his cousin as he laughs

Reid: Poor old Ace, lost and confused ever since WrestleFest, no longer the US Champion, no longer the top draw here on Rampage, replaced by Melody and Scorpio, it’s their brand now...Ace is truly left with nothing…

Tlatoani: Poor little Ace…

Reid: Yes Mr. I have nothing left fresh off a win over Cyrus Black and Clay Byrd...we could all be so unlucky...the ungrateful bastard, he can’t see what is right in front of him for the taking...so damn blind, all he sees is the end of 777 days, so simple-minded…

Tlatoani: He is a man with a job, a wife...a future…

Reid: Yet he takes it all for granted and mopes around like a beaten child, it sickens me cousin…

Tlatoani: Well then...do something about it here tonight…

Reid: Do you know how many times I’ve come here to Rampage to face Ace King?

Tlatoani: This is the third time...once a year…

Reid: I came here first, a member of the FSW, the FSW Champions to take Ace on in a Three Stages of Hell match in the Netherlands, I shocked him and the Rampage world by scoring the first win...only to drop the next two and the match…

Tlatoani: You had him right in the palm of your hands Xavier and dropped the ball…

Reid: I did, I thought I had him and took my eyes off the prize cousin...I returned to the Green Brand again last year, in Raleigh, North Carolina, this time Ace and I were joined by another...the FSW Champion, Stitches...he was the odd man out, the man that didn’t belong, a man that got in the way…

Tlatoani: And the man that passed out in the All-In submission costing you the match once again…

Reid: 0-2 as the road opponent on Ace’s home turf but tonight I return once again to Rampage for what is becoming my yearly match here where Ace calls home and this time I find a shell of a man that I normally face…

Tlatoani: Yet just as dangerous as ever…

Reid: He may not believe in himself but I know just how dangerous Ace is and I know I’m going to have a few tricks up my sleeve if I’m going to beat him and I have just the little trick, something he won’t see coming...a little fun treat to bring him back to better times…

Tlatoani: Don’t get too cute out there Xavier, we came here to win this, not just be another good match for Ace…

Reid: I know I’ll have to take my chances, to ‘dive off the balcony’ once again if I’m going to have any hope of notching a win over Ace here on Rampage...I didn’t come here to just give it a good run, no cousin...I came here to beat Ace…

Xavier smirks and walks away from his cousin

[FN'R]

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MATCH #1
DAMAGE INC W/SINISTER & SAVAGE Vs CYRUS & DEVEREAUX Vs S.T.
(20Minute Tag Team Triple Threat Bout)
(Ref: Mike Michaelson)

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We return from the first commercial break of the night. Cyrus Black and Tanya Devereaux are in the ring already.

Duggan: Welcome back, folks. We are going to get the action started here tonight with a Tag Team Triple Threat. Tanya Devereaux and the EWC International Champion are in the ring.

Martinez: You’ve gotta wonder what type of mindset Cyrus Black is in tonight. Ten days ago on Monday Night Brawl, we saw Ace King walk away with a win after pinning Clay Byrd. Prior to that, Cyrus lost the Undisputed Championship to his girlfriend Melody Malone. It’s not typical for us to see Cyrus Black not on the winning side of things.

Loydson: Well, he’s an idiot. He didn’t deserve the Undisputed Championship. He doesn’t deserve the International Championship. And he doesn’t deserve Melody Malone!

Martinez: Jealous much?

Loydson: Shut up!

Duggan: And his partner tonight, Tanya Devereaux, is looking to change her fortune also. Last time in the ring, she fell to the “War Goddess” Stephanie Matsuda on Thunder Four.

Flames explode to either side of the stage. The lights come up on Sinestro Sinister who is standing with his tattooed back to the crowd, his arms outstretched in a crucifix pose.  For Whom The Bell Tolls by Metallica begins to roar through the arena. The lights flash and Sinister turns to face the people. Lacey Savage walks from the back holding Sinister's suit jacket, which she slips over his arms. The light pulses like lightning and Lacey Savage pulls up a skull bandanna to cover her lower face. When the lightning pulses again a thick smoke rolls in, and from the smoke come two huge figures dressed in matching leather jackets that reach all the way to their matching boots. The two men are wearing full face masks that look like skulls. Each skull face is partially covered by a bandanna, outlaw style. The two men flank Lacey and they all come to stand behind Sinestro. With a nod of the head from Sinister the group begins to stalk in lock step to the ring.

Chriqui: Introducing their opponents... first at a total combined weight of 725 pounds... DAMAGE INC!

Lacey climbs the steps ahead of her charges and holds the middle rope open for them to step stiffly through.  Once inside the ring  both monsters simultaneously shed their masks and jackets.  Clustering together in the corner they huddle up for a final game plan, each member sizing up their opponents and getting ready for a war.  From his place at ringside Sinestro eyes the competition with a steely, almost satanic, stare.  Malice holds the ropes open for Lacey and she joins Sinister out on the floor where the pair begin to conspire against their common enemy.

Duggan: Damage Inc is looking to continue their momentum. Two months ago at WrestleFest they took on S.T. and beat them in the opening match of Sunday’s programming.

Martinez: They have looked stronger and stronger lately. I’m very impressed with the things that Damage Inc has accomplished in the last few months. They’re looking to set themselves up with an opportunity to fight for the EWC Tag Team Championships.

"Pledge Your Allegiance" by Suicidal Tendencies starts up. 12 seconds in, the "S! T!" chants start. Aoife "Banshee" Maguire takes this as her cue to walk through the curtain with bodyguard/girlfriend, Katrina "Knox" Knox, right behind her. A second later, the team known as S.T., Jackie "Bandit Layton and "Psycho" Saoirse Maguire, walk through the curtain as well. the four women make their way to the ring where banshee steps through the ropes first, the others following her in. She takes the center of the ring with Knox behind her and points to the two corners facing the camera. Bandit takes the left corner, Psycho takes the right and all four raise a fist in the air.

Chriqui: And finally... representing the Shieldmaidens... S.T!

Duggan: And, as I mentioned earlier, these two ladies are looking to rebound and avenge their loss to Damage Inc at WrestleFest.

Loydson: It won't happen. These two ladies are about as successful in the wrestling ring as Donkey Punch.

DING DING DING

Tanya, Malice, and Bandit started the match off. The two ladies ganged up on the bigger Malice for a few moments, trying to take him out of the equation. Tanya and Bandit both hit some signature moves on Malice, with Tanya hitting the Hoodoo and Bandit dropping Malice with the Ballbreaker in the S.T. corner. After awhile, they double-whipped him into the empty corner but the big man bounced out of the corner and took them both down with a double clothesline. Malice made the first tag of the match to Mayhem. Malice picked Bandit up off of the mat and delivered a rolling fireman’s carry. Mayhem went up to the top and drilled a 450 splash on Bandit, but the count was broken up by Tanya Devereaux.

Duggan: Close ending there for Damage Inc, but Tanya Devereaux extends the match.

Loydson: That dumb chick. Prolonging the inevitable!

Tanya went over to her corner and tagged the International Champion into the match. Cyrus came through the ropes and went for a clothesline on the Bandit. Layton, however, ducked the attempt and rolled through to tag Psycho into the match. Psycho went up to the top rope and leapt off with a crossbody on Cyrus. Psycho wanted to take advantage and nail Cyrus with a Gealtachta, but Malice came into the ring and grabbed her and threw her hard into Jackie Layton on the ring apron.

Martinez: Through all the chaos, we missed Mayhem tag Malice into the match! Mayhem goes over to Tanya Devereaux… roundhouse kick!

As Mayhem drilled Tanya with the kick and knocked her off of the apron, Black got back up to his feet. He ran at Malice and went for The Blackout. Malice, seeing the action on the MacTron, ducked underneath The Blackout. Malice spun Black around and kicked him in the gut. Mayhem came over and the two men from Damage Inc execute the Total Annihilation on the International Champion. Malice covered Cyrus and got his team the victory.

DING DING DING

Chriqui: Here are your winners via pinfall at eight minutes and twelve seconds... DAMAGE INC!

Duggan: A surprising end to that match as Damage Inc pins the International Champion, the man who was once the Undisputed Champion and undefeated for quite a long time.

[FN'R]

We open up Backstage, where we see Samantha "The Titaness" Hamilton and her husband, Joseph "Orion" Hunter wandering through the halls of the Walter Pyramid. A voice from behind causes Sam to turn quickly around.

Brian Spade: "Excuse me, Titaness? A few words, if you wouldn't mind?"

Sam nods, leaning against the wall as she flashes Brian a sly smirk.

Samantha "Titaness" Hamilton: "I suppose, sure. Just remember, you did say a few."

Brian nods in understanding before proceeding to clear his throat, then moving onto his first question.

Brian Spade: "You sounded pretty confident about this Eight Person Battle Royale. Have your feelings changed any? Or are you still feeling good about this match?" 

Samantha "Titaness" Hamilton: "Honestly? I'm feeling very good. Even better than when I did my shoot, if you want a better time frame to use. I'm not going to say there won't be tough opponents to get by, of course. But ... lemme put it to you this way. Spade? What do you think I've done since WrestleFest ended, or even since the Honors Award show last year?"

When Brian doesn't immediately respond, Sam nods confidently.

Samantha "Titaness" Hamilton: "That's exactly part of my point. Some people I'm gonna face tonight likely think it's anything along the lines of screwing around. Nope. Not even close. I've been busting my ass off. Things may not have gone the smoothest at the Brawl premiere; yet, despite that, I'm still getting a second title shot over there. That's not a fluke. Tonight is another way to prove that despite all the close calls from last year, I'm still just as determined as last year. In fact ..."

Sam looks straight into the camera.

Samantha "Titaness" Hamilton: "I'd dare say I'm even more eager to prove myself this year. And I'm ready to back my words up with actions."

Brian Spade: "Is there anyone in particular you're hoping to face at the end?"

Samantha "Titaness" Hamilton: "Well, yeah. That would be a given, I'd think. The problem ... is plans can change in a heartbeat. So I may give you my answers now, but there's a very real chance that what I want to have happen may not occur. So for now? I'm not gonna answer that. Now ... if you'll excuse me ... I'm gonna go watch the rest of the night play out before my match arrives."

Brian looks as if he wasn't done asking questions. Unfortunately, Sam very much is, as she briskly walks away. Orion flashes Spade an apologetic look before turning and walking behind his wife. The two soon disappear from view, leaving Spade alone to his devices.

The camera fades.

[FN'R]

The camera pans into AC Delaney's office, where she sits at her desk with a stern look on her face. There is a knock at the door.

AC: Come in.

A ref enters the room, followed by Iggy Swango in a cowboy hat.

AC: Ms. Swango, you understand that to compete tonight here on my show, you must pass this breathalyzer test?

Iggy Swango nods.

AC: And that this is completely voluntary.

Iggy gives a thumbs up.

Iggy: Yup, everything has been explained to me, and I am her on my own free will.

AC: Good. Let’s get this over with.

The ref who followed Iggy raises up a breathalyzer and administers it to Iggy. After a few seconds the reading is in, 0.00. AC cracks a smile and nods her head.

AC: Very good Iggy. You are free to compete tonight.

Iggy: Thanks again for the opportunity to compete on FNR tonight. I really have learned my lesson. From now on AC , I only drink during social events… or when I am thirsty.

Iggy smirks and walks out of the room. AC shakes her head as she goes. Phoenix Winterborn walks past the rome before looking in, seeing the breathalyzer and seeing Iggy leaving. He sighs. He catches up to Iggy.

Winterborn: Hey Iggy! Nice to see you vertical for once. They uh, actually clear you for competition? Nevermind, don’t answer that. Let me make this crystal clear for you. I’m still mad at you that you didn’t think enough about me, or this company to actually want to wrestle me back in December. You don’t have any respect for me, this brand, that half of the tag team titles you hold, or this company. Do I have a ton of room to talk after my bender over the holidays? Maybe, maybe not. But, I didn’t cost the company a match, nor did I rob the paying fans of an experience they were promised because I was an inconsiderate prick. You should count your lucky stars that I even went to AC Delaney, and asked for her to keep your contract from going in the shredder, because I wanted to make sure you and the world knew that I could beat you in that ring, and when I do? I want the best Iggy Swango, because believe it or not? I think you’re an amazing wrestler. You’re just a dumbass, and you owe me a little somethin somethin.

He points to the scar above his eye.

Winterborn: Remember this? Maybe it’s time you have a matching scar. Maybe it’s time we have a bit of a brawl on Rampage...two weeks. You and me in a street fight. I’ll bring the toys. You make sure you’re sobered up enough to not bleed out in the middle of the ring. Okay? Okay. Good talk. I have a ladder match to get ready for, and hell. If I win tonight? I’ll even put up my contendership to the United States title on the line if that sweetens the pot at all. Congrats on the sobriety.

Phoenix pats her shoulder with a smirk, as he walks off towards his locker room. Iggy looks confused but continues her trip to the ring.

[FN'R]

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MATCH #2
BYRD Vs SWANGO
(20 Minute Singles Match)
(Ref: Mike Michaelson)

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Duggan: Up next we have Big Tex, Clay Byrd vs Iggy Swango. Iggy being one part of the tag team champions but tonight she's in singles action against a man looking to make a name for himself.

Loydson: Yeah this is going to be a long night for the Iggy kid. Big Ol' Tex should put an end to this one quickly.

Martinez: I have no idea how you can say that! Iggy has proven herself time after time. Clay has a real fight on his hands and I can't wait to see how this plays out.

Duggan: So if you've just tuned in, it's Friday Night Rampage and we have a singles match up between Clay Byrd and Iggy Swango!

Chriqui: The following match is scheduled for one fall Introducing first, from Plainview, Texas, weighing in at 295 pounds... CLAY ….. BYRRRRD!


Guitar and harmonica begin to blare through the arena, the start of Gunning For You sends a silence across the crowd as Nick Nolan's lyrics echo through the arena. The state of Texas appears on the screen, and slowly fades into a highlight video.



My Gun is loaded it's getting time

Two shots of whiskey i'm takin' what's mine

Ain't what you're sayin it's what you do

Your time has come boy i'm Gunnin for You

When hell is rainin down you'll see my face won't heara sound

You'll feel that bullet burnin through

Take your last breath boy

I'm Gunnin for You

Clayton Byrd steps from the back, clad in his fathers leather vest and with red tights. His right arm is raised in the air, his fist clenched at it's apex. Clay begins his slow walk down the ramp. His eyes are fixed on the ring, and he trudges on. Not paying any notice to any of the fans in attendance.

There's desperation deep in your eyes

No turnin back now no compromise

Cause only one of us walks out that door

The other bleedin out on the floor

Clay walks up the steps, and climbs into the ring.


Duggan: Now that is a big guy, he sure looks like her carries a lot of power with him. But power isn't the only thing you need here a EWC!

Loydson: Of course it is. Power gets you everything and Swango is going to find that out here tonight.

Martinez: Power isn't everything, sometimes, skill, speed and cunning gets you the win!

Duggan: Personally, I still wouldn't like to be Iggy at this current time but I guess that's why I'm here and she's out there! Fearless.

Chrqui: His, opponent, from San Francisco, weighing in at 145 pounds... IGGY SWWWWANNNNGOOOOO!

White Sister by Toto hits the arena as the lights dim low before strobing between red and the pitch blackness of the arena. Just as the loud guitar riffs echo throughout the arena the lights starts pulsing red and Iggy Swango emerges from behind the curtain as smog engulfs her. Slung across her shoulder is her tag team title. On her head sits a cowboy hat. She stands at the top of the stage for a few moments as she nods her head to the rhythm of the music.

Iggy starts bouncing on the stage and rocking out with an air bass playing along with the music before making her way down the ramp. She throws the devil horns with her hands as Red and Black confetti streamers come raining down from above on her way down to the ring. Iggy rolls under the bottom rope and pops up on her knees in the middle of the ring. She slowly stands her to her feet before raising her hands into the air once more. Iggy takes of the hat and throws it into the crowd.

DING DING DING

The action starts off slow as both wrestlers want to get a feel for the other. Swango is the first to make a move but it doesn't pay off as the power of Byrd knocks her off her feet. Clay manages to get the upper hand and begins to toss the smaller woman around the ring. Iggy is struggling with the size advantage Clay has and eats a series of clotheslines. Finally, Swango manages to break Byrd's momentum by nailing him with a European Uppercut! Bouncing off the ropes, Iggy, plants her feet deep into the chest of Byrd but it's not enough to topple him but it does make him stumble. Iggy is really using her speed to her advantage as she moves from left to right, not allowing Clay to get a solid footing where he can unload some of his power. Iggy falls right into a trap though and Big Tex manages to grab hold of her hair and uses it to throw her to the floor. Using his foot he places it across her neck forcing the referee to warn him for illegal behaviour which is just met with a smirk.

Duggan: Clay unfortunately has the upper hand here, I didn't think his size would cause this many problems for Iggy but it seems she is struggling here.

Loydson: it's not like I didn't call this, maybe if you listened to me it wouldn't co,e as much as a shock to you!

Martinez: Guys, the match isn't over until it's over… Iggy is still in this!

Duggan: I hope your correct as I just don't see it.

Iggy catches another break as Clay becomes over confident that he has the match already in the bag. Swango catches Clay with a running forearm to the chest that knocks him backwards, she then unload a vicious series of kicks to the thighs and knees to the big Texan, with a solid kick to the gut Clay doubles over and Iggy uses the ropes to leverage more force and lands a solid knee to the face! And down goes Byrd. She goes for the pin but only manages a one count. Not wanting to give him a chance of getting back up, Swango repeatedly stomps Byrd to the head. Clay does find his way to his feet and as soon as he's up, Iggy sends him back down but this time he lands in a corner. Iggy throws a hand in the air and sprints towards Clay...She connects with the running hip strike! She quickly goes for the cover and this time she gets a two count. Both wrestlers look tired and they are both on their feet. Clay shoves Iggy back and she goes flying across the ring, with space between them and Iggy trying to find her feet, Clay starts to run toward she and….Spear! He quickly goes for the pin...2.5 kick out!

Clay cannot believe she kicked out as he snaps at the referee. He stands Iggy up and whips her across the ring and into the ropes. As she returns he unloads with a huge lariat that narrowly misses. Swango rebounds off the ropes again but this time on the offensive but no! WEST TEXAS LARIAT!! He just decapitated Swango and drops down for the pin...1…..2…..3

DING DING DING

Chriqui: And your winner, pinfall in 17.50... CLAY BIRD!

Duggan: Clay Byrd picks up a big win tonight after the EWC Tag Team Champion.

Loydson: Clay is a bastard for smacking around the frail Iggy like that. Maybe I should go check her? Give her mouth to mouth just in case.

Martinez: Try it, she'll kick your ass back to the 50s where you belong.

Duggan: Hahaha. Wait, this just in. I'm being told we have something coming through on the MacTron.

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The feed on the Tron cuts to a scene that ought to be familiar by now- a neatly kept living room. The camera seems to be set on a coffee table, trained on Mike McGuire and Bishop Church, who are sitting on the couch. Both are wearing black suits, with Mike’s jacket open over a t-shirt with the words ‘bad guy.’ on it in red scratchy font. The two smile pleasantly. Third time’s a charm.

Church: Rampage. The less we have to be exposed to Ace King’s melodrama the better - but it seems like nowhere is safe from that nowadays.

He sighs.

Church: The things we do for the love of this business. More on that in a moment. So due to being deplatformed by an inept general manager, we’ve had to spread our wings a little. And while Mike and I are no soothsayers, I have to imagine that what has aired has got some special folks all riled up.

McGuire: All we’re doing is telling the truth, I don’t know why everyone’s being so pissy.

The redhead bats their eyes in a perfect display of faux innocence.

Church: This time around. Not so specific. The others, they were easy. They believe they’re good people. And while Iggy Swango is busy diddling herself in her world of fantasy and obnoxious synth music, my best guess is that with Melody Malone there are no pretenses. She knows she’s a piece of shit. So there is no setting the hook there.

McGuire: I tell ya, trying to pin those two down is like playing a shell game that’s obviously fuckin’ rigged. Chase ‘em to one place, they duck and pop up on another show like the goddamn cowards they are. Can’t even bother to address us, probably because they either have a bottle or a dick in their mouths.

John shrugged his shoulders at that.

Church: No judgment there. But I get it, Mike. Melody Malone is making a statement herself. She’s got the world at her fingertips and she’s doing her utmost best to not have the deadweight drag her down. One day, she’ll be contractually obligated to stand before us and we will have fun.

And then he smiled, it took an eerie resemblance to how his partner would.

Church: And fun is what this is all about, right? We want … to have fun with all of you.

McGuire: So I guess the question is, next Rampage…

They lean close in, that dangerous shark’s grin showing.

McGuire: ...who wants to dance?

Cut to black.

Iggy Swango watched the MacTron with a stern look before leaving the ring.

[FN'R]

As everything gets queued up for the next match, we go backstage to the holding area right behind the entrance. Immediately, the camera focuses in on Ace King, whose expression lacks any discernible emotion as he does his final preparations. Suddenly, Rampage interviewer Brian Spade bursts into view, catching his breath as he finally gets to ‘The Gambler’.

Brian Spade: Ace, a quick word?

Ace simply turns his head to Brian and offers only a slight nod, allowing Spade to proceed.

Brian Spade: This is your first match on Rampage since your record-setting United States Championship reign of 777 days ended. Where is your mind at going into tonight, especially with a familiar face in Xavier Reid on the other side?

‘The Gambler’ flares his nostrils; he understands the notion of the question, though is clearly annoyed by it. Eventually, he turns his faze upon Spade.

Ace King: Honestly? I don’t know. Fighting with nothing to really lose has been a weird adjustment, but I can’t say I mind it. Not having the weight of expectations is also a strange sensation, but-

Suddenly, Ace freezes on the spot, his expression rapidly changing as he looks somewhat vulnerable.

Ace King: I’m sorry, I really have to go.

With that, ‘The Gambler’ cuts the interview short and makes his way toward the gorilla position, clearly chilled by the thought of whatever’s just gone through his mind.

[FN'R]

8:50PM - MATCH #3

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MATCH #3
KING Vs REID
(30 Minute Singles Match)
(Ref: Pierce Patterson)

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Duggan: And we are back! Welcome everyone to the 2020 Premiere of Friday Night Rampage! We have quite the lineup of matches that will no doubt awe you all tonight.

Loydson: All except this one. I mean, you did say we're in 2020, right? So why the hell are we seeing another round of Ace King versus Xavier Reid? These kids have done this same shit so many times, I dunno if it's gonna be that 'cool' anymore.

Martinez: It kinda might. We've also seen them when Ace held a Championship in his hands. Now, roles are reversed. And we'll definitely watch if Ace can continue to prove to himself whether he belongs here, as he's been saying in his promos lately.

Duggan: Well regardless of the outcome, he certainly belongs here much more than that cocky X-Division Champion. Hell, Ace has at least pledged his allegiance to the green brand! I'll gladly give him credit for th --

"THE ACE OF SPADES!!! THE ACE OF SPADES!!!" 

The crowd hears Lemmy's growl, and they go nuts as the opening bass line to 'Ace of Spades' rips through Walter Pyramid. As the drums kick in, pyro goes off up and down the ramp in time with the beat, while frenetic red and white spotlights pulse through the building before fixating on the ramp.


Chriqui: Making his way to the ring, FROM Las Vegas, Nevada, weighing in at 221 pounds... He is THE GAMBLER... AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAACE KIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIINGGGGGG!!!

There's a huge explosion as the guitar kicks in, and the crowd roars as a slightly frail-looking Ace King emerges through the smoke of the pyro and into the spotlights, not registering the ovation the way he did before. 'The Gambler' stays for a few seconds before taking a deep breath and walking to the ring, his eyes locked on the ring as he's oblivious to the fans applauding him.

He stops for a couple seconds at the end of the ramp, then charges to the ring, with red pyro exploding from the turnbuckles as he dives in under the bottom rope. He spins up onto one knee and stares out into the crowd before getting to his feet and getting his game face on while awaiting his opponent.

Duggan: No matter what you think of him, he's still got his charisma and fanbase standing behind him.

Loydson: That can only get a kid so far in this industry these days, though. Besides, he's been wondering how much longer this will all last, hasn't he?

Martinez: I guess that's one thing we'll all find out, but frankly? I would not be amazed if before 2020 ends, he's holding a strap once more, regardless of which one. He's one of the best in EWC for a reason.

Chrqui: His opponent, from Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, weighing in at 220 pounds... XAVIER REID!

The jumbo screen flickers and the picture of a sky appears on the eve of a storm, the clouds are dark and rolling across the sky quickly and with aggression. The lights inside the arena start to dim, the rumbling of a storm can be heard over the speakers as lighting appears in the clouds

The cracking of lighting grows louder and louder until two strikes hit the stage

First from the right and then from the left as ‘Papercut’ starts to play out…

Smoke rises up from where the lightning hit stage as Xavier Reid walks out onto the stage,the X-Division Championship around his waist, his arms crossed in a X over his chest as he stands at the top of the stage and looks out towards the ring.

The fans have a mix reaction as he starts to walk towards the ring, shadow boxing as he does eyes locked on the ring

Xavier bounces up and down while looking at the ground and then looks up and smirks as he heads towards the steps and slams his foot down on each step as he marches up the steps and unhooked the X-Division Championship and turns and faced the crowd and then jumps into the ring and walks to the center of the ring and lays the belt down and motions for his opponent to 'step up to the line'.

DING DING DING

Both Ace King and Reid stare at one another, gazing right into each other's eyes. Nothing but the most serious of expressions can be detected from these two, especially considering the past they've had with one another. No love lost, indeed.

It ends up being Reid who opts to make the first move, and what a choice he makes! He actually spits red mist right into Ace King's face! Ace stares at Xavier, clearly stunned, who audibly shouts out a simple quip.

Xavier Reid: ALL MIST ACE!

King nods, then obliges with his own retaliation in the form of a very up-close Clothesline that knocks Reid right onto his back!

Down ... but not out, as he gets back up to his feet and throws a massive Pele Kick to the temple of Ace King!

The crowd is going wild; even if some of the commentary are 'meh' with seeing these two fight again, they are absolutely adoring the display so far!

Duggan: If the customer is always right, then it sounds like the audience is enjoying this immensely.

Loydson: This still makes me feel like we're stuck in 2019, but ehh. I guess they're doing their job and fighting, at least.

Martinez: These two have quite a bit to prove. Xavier's 2020 season didn't start off on the best note, and Ace wants to see if he still belongs. Let's see who comes out victorious tonight!

While commentary has been talking, the two wrestlers have continued fighting. Reid has started a barrage of kicks, most aimed for King's head or chest. The Gambler manages to dodge most of them, but a few do find their marks. Ace is looking visibly frustrated as he is forced to remain on the defensive, but finally, he sees an opening!

Xavier pauses with his barrage for a few seconds. But that's more than enough time for Ace to pull him down into a harsh Neckbreaker! Reid shakily tries to push himself back up to his feet.

In the process of this, The Gambler hoists him upside-down, making Xavier's legs lightly bump against the ropes, then flips him over! Slingshot Suplex!

Ace goes for cover!

ONE!

TWO!

T --!! NO! REID REFUSES TO STAY DOWN! And King does NOT look happy about this, as he glares furiously at Xavier.

The Gambler starts to force Reid back onto his feet, but he rolls out of reach. At first, it appears as if he's retreating, but no! He gets up behind Ace and, shakily, wraps his legs around his neck! X-Steiner!

Reid takes his turn to go for the win, hooking a leg!

ONE!

TW -- NO! Ace won't stay down either!

Both men look exhausted and irritated, wondering what it'll take for the other to stay down. They allow one another to move away and try to get space, but they don't keep that distance for long.

Ace is, this time, the first to make a move! Dealer's Choice! He's on the top rope and leaps off with a Corkscrew 450 Splash -- seeming to mimic Xavier's usual signature move, X-Marks The Spot!

This was something Reid clearly didn't immediately see coming, because he doesn't dodge out of the way!

King hooks both of Xavier's legs!

ONE!

TWO!

THREE!

DING DING DING

Chriqui: And your winner, via pinfall, in 27:49... THE GAMBLER... AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAACE KIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIINGGGGGG!

Duggan: That was smart, quite frankly. I don't think Ace has ever done that against Reid before, in fact.

Loydson: Or, if he has, it was the first time King got the best of Reid in that exact manner this year.

Martinez: Either way, Ace King moves on with momentum behind him. But Reid will definitely find a way to bounce back. Tonight just wasn't meant to be his night.

Duggan: And with that, we'll cut away to commercial. See you all in a bit.

[FN'R]

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MATCH #4
THE ANIMAL Vs BULLET Vs DANTALION Vs ERIK HOLLAND Vs L-VEREZ Vs NEZUMI Vs WINTERBORN Vs THE TITANESS
(No Time Limit Battle Royal)
(Ref: Toyo Yasahiro)

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We return and all eight competitors are in the ring. Toyo Yasahiro is in the ring, checking everyone to make sure they are ready.

Duggan: We’re in for a big one here folks.

Loydson: If Samantha doesn’t win, I riot.

Martinez: I don’t agree with his methods but I think Dandelion will be a big force in this match.

Toyo is finished. He signals the bell.

Chriqui: Ladies and gentlemen, the following match is a battle royal that will end when we have 2 remaining wrestlers. In the ring, The Animal, Bullet, Dantalion, Erik Holland, L-Verez, NEZUMI, Phoenix Winterborn and Samantha Hamilton!

DING DING DING 

Dantalion rushes L-Verez and smashes her with a forearm that sends her clear over the top rope before crashing to the ground. The remaining 6 competitors all look at Dantalion before rushing him. They are hammering away on the big man, trying to eliminate the biggest threat. Dantalion fights back and punches NEZUMI right in the mouth, sending NEZ flying backwards. Hamilton and Bullet both kick Dantalion in his gut to send him backwards into the corner. The Animal grabs Hamilton by her hair and yanks her backwards into a hair pull German Suplex! Hamilton is spiked right on her head. Bullet turns to Animal and kicks him square in the groin! That move gets a pop from the crowd while Bullet feeds Animal a roundhouse kick.

Duggan: This one is no DQ folks. That was completely legal.

Loydson: And that hurt just watching!

Bullet doesn’t get a chance to check on Samantha as Erik blasts the back of her head with a devastating lariat. Dantalion emerges from the corner before grabbing Erik on the back of his neck and hoisting him into a reverse choke-slam over the top rope! Erik lands right on his face! On the other side of the ring, Winterborn has NEZ backed into the corner. Winterborn spins into a back-fist but NEZ ducks it before headbutting Winterborn in the core. Winterborn stumbles backwards and NEZ leaps into a sunset flip power-bomb!

Duggan: Beautiful counter by NEZUMI!

Samantha Hamilton is back up to her feet, blood streaming down her face from a cut at the top of her head. She drags The Animal up by his mask before launching herself into him with a clothesline with all of her might. The Animal stumbles backwards and right into Dantalion. Dantalion chops The Animal right in the throat! The Animal falls to one knee. Samantha Hamilton uses him as a springboard to leap into a spear on Dantalion!

Martinez: What a maneuver by Hamilton!

NEZUMI has Winterborn up and feeds him a spinning heel kick that sends him leaning onto the ropes. Winterborn springs out and nails NEZ with a dropkick! NEZ is turned inside out. Bullet makes a beeline for Winterborn and they begin brawling. On the other side of the ring Dantalion is in a full mount on Samantha Hamilton and is landing devastating blows on her. The Animal grabs Hamilton’s feet and pulls her out before kicking her. Dantalion shoves The Animal backwards but this time the Animal lands his own clothesline. Animal begins to stomp Dantalion into the corner. Bullet is laying into Winterborn with elbow after elbow. NEZUMI is back to his feet and leaps into an enziguri on Bullet that leaves her out on her feet. Phoenix launches a punch at NEZ, who braces, and then instead Phoenix pulls NEZ into a DDT. Samantha Hamilton is up, her face covered in blood now. She hauls ass at Winterborn with a massive big boot to the face that sends him backwards over the top rope. On the other side of the ring The Animal has Dantalion sitting on the top turnbuckle before nailing a quick close distance clothesline that sends Dantalion to the outside!

Duggan: Winterborn and Dantalion are both out of this one! Four people left!

The Animal turns around and goes to rush Samantha with a spear, but she leapfrogs! The Animal can’t stop his momentum and runs into a leaping NEZ who delivers a sunset flip bomb! The momentum spins Animal backwards and he rolls to his feet before eating a dropkick from Bullet that sends him over the top rope!

Loydson: ONLY THREE LEFT! THE SHIELDMAIDENS HAVE THIS!

Martinez: It would appear that way.

Duggan: But anything can happen.

Samantha Hamilton and Bullet check each other before turning their attention to NEZ who stands with a smirk on his face. Bullet and Sam both step forward slowly while NEZ keeps his smirk. Bullet rushes NEZ and hits him with a forearm smash that sends him backwards. Bullet begins to elbow the ever-loving hell out of NEZs head before Irish-Whipping him into a Samantha Hamilton big boot. Samantha drags him up and sends him into Bullet who lands a heavy elbow strike between his eyes! NEZ stumbles backwards into an elbow strike from Samantha. Sam and Bullet go back and forth with elbow strikes on NEZ. Bullet goes for the kill but NEZ spits blood into her eye before quickly hitting a snap DDT! Samantha rushes NEZ with a quick spear but NEZ leapfrogs over it! Samantha runs into the corner and hits the ring-post hard. Bullet is back up but she’s quickly pulled into a 2nd snap DDT. and then a 3rd. And then a 4th. NEZUMI starts laughing before dragging her up onto his shoulders. NEZ swings her to his right before grabbing her head and bringing her down with a cutter face first into the top rope! Bullet crashes to the outside!

Duggan: NEZUMI just eliminated Bullet! NEZUMI and Samantha Hamilton are our final 2!

DING DING DING

Chriqui: Ladies and gentlemen, the winners of this match and advancing to a ladder match at FN’R 464… NEZUMI and SAMANTHA HAMILTON!

NEZUMI takes a bow in the center of the ring before collapsing. The medical staff rush to check him but he just laughs. Samantha Hamilton is helped out of the corner and checked by medical staff as well. Bullet slaps the apron before heading to the back.

Duggan: Official time on this match was 27 minutes and 49 seconds I'm being told. Hell of a match there.

Loydson: And Samantha is on her way to a US #1 contendership match!

Martinez: I don't agree with everything NEZUMI has done, but I do respect that man.

Duggan: For sure, Samantha Hamilton Vs NEZUMI will be one hell of a ladder match.

[FN'R]

Following this loss, Dantalion is fuming backstage. A few refs try to calm him down but it's to no avail, finally he snaps. Dantalion grabs one ref by the throat and hoists him up for a massive choke-slam through a table with good on it. Another attempts to rush to that refs aid and eats a big boot. Dantalion drags them both up and smashes their heads into each other. Again. And again. And again. Suddenly there is the sound of metal on skin as Dantalion stumbles forward. He turns around, trying to find who swung the chair and eats another chair shot, this one to his face.

??: I can't stand a bully. Pick on someone your own size!

Dantalion looks at the person in front of him, it is Tanja Devereaux. He begins to laugh. She swings the chair again and this time Dantalion catches it. He shakes his head and snatches the chair. Dantalion throws the chair to the side and walks away, laughing harder than before. Tanja checks in on the refs while we fade out.

[FN'R]

?? - MAIN EVENT

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MALONE Vs SCORPIO
(No Time Limit Singles Match)
(Ref:Toyo Yasahiro)

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Duggan: After that interaction with Dantalion and Tanja, things are reportedly a little tense backstage. But now we move on our main event.

Loydson: The lovely Melody Malone, AKA the BEST Undisputed Champion of all time!!!

Martinez: Vs the new United States Championship Scorpio. This match is a rematch from last year and has all the makings of a classic.

Duggan: History tells us Melody Malone won that match, but this is a different Scropio than before. This is a more dangerous S-Factor.

Loydson: But Melody is Melody. So fuck that kid.

Duggan: Phil, watch that mouth haha.

'Iconic' - Madonna feat. Chance The Rapper hits the speakers as the house lights go down, switching to a spotlight focused on the curtain. It parts, revealing 'The S-Factor' Scorpio stood behind, a hand on his hip, the other raised above his head, cutting a beautiful silhouette. He sashays forward, a long coat dripping in jewels swaying with every step. Behind him steps Crème de la Crème, Scorpio's drag queen confidant and manager. In Crème’s hands the EWC United States Championship. The two look to one another and nod, before Scorpio opens his coat and drops it to the floor, revealing another stunning outfit. He steps down the ramp with a confident strut, emulating that of the catwalk models of Paris and Milan, before reaching the ring. Scorpio climbs up one set of steps as Crème climbs the other, parting the ropes to allow 'The People's Camp' in. Stepping into the middle of the ring Scorpio raises one arm, and blows a kiss with the other, a smile forming on his beautifully made-up face. Crème hands Scorpio his US Title, which he then kisses and holds high in the air.

Chriqui: Please welcome, from London, England, weighing in at 205 lbs... 'The S-Factor'... 'The People's Camp'...He is the EWC United States Champion… he wishes to be announced as the unofficial 46th President of The United States… SCORPIO!

Duggan: There’s the man who ended King’s reign, there’s the man with the whole world in his hands. Ladies and gentlemen, we’ve already seen PPV quality matches tonight and I think this will be another.

Loydson: Melody always shows out.

Martinez: Listen to those boos, this crowd absolutely loathes Scorpio.

Duggan: Best heel in the biz.

The lights dim, but don’t go dark before the soft words of Billie Eilish begin to play over the P.A. system.

Bite my tongue bide my time
Wearing a warning sign
Wait till the world is mine
Visions I vandalize
Cold in my kingdom size
Fell for these ocean eyes

As the chorus hits, a bright flash of pyro explodes from the base of the Mac Tron and Melody Malone stands on the stage, flanked by her manager Vanessa. Melody stands with a crown atop her head and the Undisputed Title fastened around her waist as a spotlight follows them down to the ring.

Chriqui: Making her way to the ring, accompanied by Vanessa… She is the Undisputed Champion and YOUR QUEEN of EWC… MELODY MALONE!

You should see me in a crown
I'm gonna run this nothing town
Watch me make 'em bow
One by one by one
One by one by

Vanessa climbs the stairs first, holding the ropes open as Melody follows and steps through with her chin held up to keep the crown atop her head. She gives the crowd a sarcastic smile as they boo, and she gingerly removes the crown from her head and hands it off to Vanessa as she exits. She unfastens the championship, holding it high to the unhappy crowd before she kisses the faceplate of the title and hands it off to the referee.

You should see me in a crown
Your silence is my favorite sound
Watch me make 'em bow
One by one by one
One by one by one

The lights come back up to full brightness, and Melody has her gloves tugged into place as she rakes her hair back and prepares for her opponent.

Duggan: This woman is a star...

Loydson: SUPER star.

Duggan: You can interrupt Omar, but don’t interrupt me Phil.

Martinez: Melody Malone is indeed a superstar and Phil is indeed about to get his head torn off.

Duggan: We go now to Toyo Yasahiro in the ring.

Toyo checks both superstars for contraband and then he dismisses Crème and Venessa to ensure a good clean bout. And then he calls for the bell.

DING DING DING

Scorpio and Melody take their time sizing each other up. After a few minutes they lock up in a shoulder/collar tie-up. It’s a back and forth struggle, but Scorpio gets the edge and pulls Melody into side-headlock. Scorpio is really wrenching into it. Scorpio pulls Melody up and quickly leaps onto her shoulders for a hurricanrana. Melody flips forward and lands hard, but is able to bounce back up and then leap into a standing dropkick on Scorpio. Scorpio flies back into the corner. Scorpio rushes from the corner and the two begin to trade punches in the center of the ring! Punches turn into roundhouse kicks going back and forth until they both drop to the canvas.

Duggan: These two are already giving it their all!

Loydson: Scorpio you bastard! Hurting a woman? Have you no shame!

Melody is up to her feet first, she pulls Scorpio up and pushes him backwards into the ropes. Scorpio rebounds off towards her. Melody leaps up and wraps her arm around Scorpio’s head before pulling him forward into a snapmare. Scorpio lands on his butt, Melody drop kicks him in the back of his head. Scorpio flounders back and grabs at his head in pain. Melody pulls him up into a headlock and twists herself onto the middle rope before spinning around for two revolutions and then spiking Scorpio onto his head with a tornado DDT. Scorpio rolls out of the ring, clutching his head. Melody leaps up onto the top rope before twisting into a moonsault. Scorpio moves last second and Melody crashes hard to the padded concrete. Melody stands up but Scorpio rushes her with a Glitterazi lariat! Scorpio doesn’t get all of it but he gets enough to send Melody backwards headfirst into the steel steps. The back of Melody’s head is busted open. Scorpio begins to stomp her midsection.

Loydson: SHE’S BLEEDING. STOP THE DAMN MATCH. CALL THE COPS!!!

Scropio grabs Melody’s wrist and pulls her up into a second Glitterazi lariat. Scorpio maintains wrist control and smiles at the camera. Scorpio pulls her up and then pulls her arm behind his head while stepping next to her. Scorpio kicks Melody’s legs out from under her as he flips forward, driving her hard into the mat with a powerbomb. It’s the Paparazzi's Flash! Scorpio rolls Melody into the ring and goes for the cover.

ONE…

TWO….

TH… KICKOUT BY MELODY MALONE!!!

Duggan: 2 Glitterazi Lariats and a Paparazzi's Flash powerbomb… and Melody Malone still kicks out!

Loydson: SHE’S BLEEDING. SOMEONE HELP HER!

Martinez: That is a nasty cut.

Scorpio has noticed the cut and the blood on his clothes. He calls Melody a dumb bitch and slaps her for ruining his outfit. Scorpio pulls her up and goes for another Glitterazi, Melody drops to her knees to avoid it. Melody grabs Scorpio’s wrist and spins him around before leaping into a double knee face breaker! The Crowning Achievement! Melody covers!

ONE…

TWO…

T… KICKOUT BY SCORPIO!!!

Duggan: Melody has worked over Scorpio’s head thoroughly over this match, but not enough for the win.

Martinez: But one has to speculate the end is near.

Melody gets to her feet and stumbles over to the corner. She climbs up, takes aim and then leaps into a springboard senton that lands flush. Melody goes for the cover!

ONE…

TWO…

THRE… KICKOUT BY SCORPIO!!!

Duggan: WHAT A KICKOUT!

Melody shoots up to her feet. She climbs the turnbuckles and is calling for it! She’s calling for her finishing twisting springboard stunner! Scorpio slowly gets up to his feet and then stumbles backwards. Melody leaps and twists in air for the stunner but Scorpio catches her. He drops her forward before slamming into the back of her head with a third glitterazi lariat!!! Melody is turned inside out and lands on her back. Scorpio covers!

ONE…

TWO…

THRE… KICKOUT BY MELODY MALONE!!!

Scorpio gets to his feet and begins to kick Melody’s head over and over again. Scorpio pulls her up by her hair and leaps into the AGR, the force enough to spike Melody right on the top of her head. Scorpio gets to his feet and drags Melody up by her hair and hits a second AGR. Scorpio makes the cover.

ONE…

TWO…

THREE!!!

DING DING DING

Chriqui: Ladies and gentlemen, your winner via pinfall in 33 minutes… SCORPIO!!!

Duggan: What a match we just saw! I told yall, a PPV quality match would be coming.

Loydson: SOMEONE CHECK MELODY! PLEASE GOD!

Martinez: Huge win for Scorpio there folks.

Duggan: And I’m sure he will let us know that.

[FN'R]

Scorpio is handed his title, but he demands to be handed the Undisputed Title too. He holds both titles above his head while stepping on Melody. Scorpio is calling for a mic before throwing the Undisputed Title on Melody.

Scorpio: Now now now. I told you all, this Rancid Whore stood no chance. I am YOUR POTAS. And bitch it is fabulous. Earlier tonight I made it clear I would be the next Undisputed Champion. Ace King? Beat him. Cyrus Black? Beat him. Melody Malone? Beat her.

The crowd boos loudly.

Scorpio: Maybe I’ll even find a tag partner and take those tag titles back. Be the first Triple Champion of the modern era! Ha! Wouldn’t that be fabulous.

Melody is getting to her feet. Scorpio smiles and slams his US Title into the back of her head.

Scorpio: Stay down skank. I’m already mad your blood ruined my gear. Don’t make me really mad.

Melody again tries to stand. Scorpio again smashes the title into the back of her head. Iggy Swango rushes out to help her partner. Scorpio quickly exits the ring.

Scorpio: Well, I can tell you aren’t going to give up and darling, I’m tired. I’ll see you later. Oh and NEZUMI? Samantha Hamilton? I’ll see either of you bitches very soon. Have a wonderful night darlings.

Scorpio exits the ring. Melody Malone gets to her feet with Iggy’s help. The scene fades to black.

[FN'R]

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SEGMENT WRITERS

Scorpio
Xavier Reid
Samantha Hamilton
Iggy Swango/FN'R/Phoenix Winterborn
NSFW
Ace King
Dantalion/Tanja Devereaux
Scorpio/Melody Malone

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MATCH WRITERS

MATCH ONE
WRITER: Lunch Time

MATCH TWO
WRITER: Dantalion

MATCH THREE
WRITER: Samantha Hamilton

MATCH FOUR
WRITER: FN'R

MATCH FIVE | MAIN EVENT
WRITER: FN'R


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RECAP OF WINNERS

TAG TEAM TRIPLE THREAT
Damage Inc Vs Cyrus Black & Tanja Devereaux Vs S.T.
WINNER(S): Damage Inc Def Cyrus Black (pinned, no show) & Tanja Devereaux and S.T.
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SINGLES MATCH
Clay Byrd Vs Iggy Swango
WINNER(S): Clay Byrd Def Iggy Swango

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SINGLES MATCH
Ace King Vs Xavier Reid
WINNER(S): Ace King Def Xavier Reid

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EIGHT PERSON BATTLE ROYAL
NEZUMI Vs Samantha Hamilton Vs Alex Carbajal Vs Samuel McPherson Vs  Dantalion Vs Phoenix Winterborn vs Erik Holland Vs and L-Verez
WINNER(S): NEZUMI and Samantha Hamilton Def Alex Carbajal, Samuel McPherson, Dantalion, Phoenix Winterborn, Erik Holland (no show) and L-Verez (no show)

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SINGLES MATCH
Scorpio Vs Melody Malone
WINNER(S): Scorpio Def Melody Malone

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MVP OF THE NIGHT: ACE KING & NEZUMI
MATCH OF THE NIGHT:  ACE KING VS XAVIER REID

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