Post by Sedition: The Rev on Feb 21, 2010 0:08:00 GMT -6
*Friday Night Rampage General Managers, The Rev and Gladiator, are standing backstage holding handfuls of bills. They look like they're counting and quickly losing track.*
REV: Tell me again why the roster needs heating in the locker room?
GLADIATOR: Beats me. But if you cut it expect a fight like we got on the whole “Who needs their H1N1 vaccination” discussion.
REV: Maybe we can cut back on transportation costs.
GLADIATOR: Bad idea.
REV: Why?
GLADIATOR: Already tried that. Notice how Tropical Tornado hasn't been around for a while? That's cause I bubble wrapped him and shipped UPS. Lost in transit is what I was told.
REV: You didn't!
GLADIATOR: Gimme a break! He's Filipino! They're used to being crammed in tight boxes.
REV: That's not what I meant. UPS? We totally could've saved on Fed-Ex's frequent shipping plan.
*The sound of a throat clearing can be heard. The Rev and Gladiator look left as the camera pans to show Moses Lake surrounded by his entourage. Moses is wearing a referee's shirt.*
GLADIATOR: Uh, what's with the zebra skin, Moses?
MOSES: Oh, I did't tell you guys? I'm going to guest ref the Fatal Four-Way tonight.
REV: What about our head ref?
MOSES: Yeah, actually, I've been meaning to ask... why the hell is Sylvain Grenier the head ref?
*The Rev and Gladiator both shrug their shoulders. *
GLADIATOR: We read somewhere that French people worked for cheap.
REV: Yeah. Turned out it said French prostitutes work cheap. That one kind of backfired on us.
MOSES: Anyways, this match is going to decide who's next on the totem pole after me in order of sheer greatness, so I figured guest refereeing the match will give me a first hand look at the competition. Besides, it'll help me decide who to face next week at your SWA Tribute Show.
REV: Sounds good, Moses. Thanks for the head's up!
*Moses nods, and he and his entourage walk away. Gladiator is shaking his head.*
GLADIATOR: Can he do that?
REV: Probably. We did give him a lot of power. You know, though, if this keeps him busy, maybe he'll stop burning money.
GLADIATOR: Yeah, literally. I saw him using a 50 for a rolling paper earlier.
REV: Besides, it's not like he can mess things up too badly.
*There's a long, awkward silence.*
GLADIATOR: I'm sure it'll be fine.
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LIVE from Johannesburg, South Africa
LIVE from Johannesburg, South Africa
*The crowd is Johannesburg are on their feet. Many signs can be seen supporting all of Captain Insanity, Fletch Baxter and French Montana, but most signs represent (possible) hometown hero Larsen Van Der Kamp. Scott Caan and David Arquette are waiting at ringside covering their ears to block out the deafening noise.*
ARQUETTE: Can you hear me, Scott?
CAAN: What?.
ARQUETTE: Can you hear me?
CAAN: I can't hear a word you're saying!
ARQUETTE: What?
CAAN: Put on the freakin' headset you imbecile!
ARQUETTE: Huh?
*Scott Caan points to the headset on his ears. David Arquette looks confused but suddenly clues in.*
ARQUETTE: Oh yeah.
*Arquette places the headset on.*
CAAN: I hope this show goes bankrupt so I don't have to deal with you any more.
ARQUETTE: Oh you know you'd be lost without me. This is Rampage, and we are one week away from that historic SWA Tribute show match. We have received word that Michael Saint, Hurricane Jeff AND Kid Cactus will all be here tonight for the contract signing. We're talking about not only three of the greatest former SWA wrestlers, not only three of the greatest EWC wrestlers, but three of the greatest wrestlers of this generation, and all three will be in that ring next week. First time any of them have faced off.
CAAN: It's hard to not be excited about that. Almost as exciting is tonight's man event. After both semi final matches in this Lethal Lottery tournament ended in no contests last week, this lottery got even more unexpected when it was announced all 4 men would move on to the finals tonight in a Fatal Four Way.
ARQUETTE: And on the line is a guaranteed title shot.
CAAN: Now we get a last minute bombshell. The cause of Rampage's budgetary issues, Mr. $13,000,009.16 himself, Moses Lake, finally pulls himself away from the yachts and private jets and personal masseuses to mix himself up in competition. Unfortunately he's pulling his creative control clause out of the bag to have himself instated as special guest referee in that main event.
[color-orange]ARQUETTE: That will be interesting. You know French Montana has it out for Moses Lake.[/color]
CAAN: I'm more worried about whether or not a guy like Moses Lake knows how to play fair.
ARQUETTE: We'll find out before the end of the night. But first, we're receiving word that Michael Saint has arrived here at the arena. We go to Ace Heart outside the arena where he hopes to get a word from Michael Saint.
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(We see a limo pull up. A man gets out of the drivers seat and opens one of the back doors to reveal Michael Saint. Ace Heart comes running up to Saint to ask him some questions.)
Ace: Michael Michael a moment please.
Saint: Wow Ace Heart you still have a job here? I am shocked
Ace: Uh thanks. The EWC is wondering why you have chose to come back to EWC for this match with Jeff and Kid Cactus.
Saint: Do I have to tell you all again? I am here to prove myself. I am a better man than either of those two could ever hope to be in the ring.
Ace: Are you worried?
Saint: No. Only people who should be worried are Jeff and KC since they can't beat me and you since you suck so much at your job that you should have been canned by now.
Ace: Thats real nice, but you have not answered my question.
Saint: I did answer it and that is all you are going to get out of me thank you very much.
Ace: Back to you guys in the booth.
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ARQUETTE: Michael Saint returns to the show he kept alive for years, and he's confident about next week's match. Before we get to that, let' take a look at what's on the show tonight.
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ON TONIGHT'S EPISODE
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UNDERCARD ONE
REGULAR MATCH
Ty Luca
-vs-
James Shark
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UNDERCARD TWO
GRUDGE MATCH
Bryce Bridges
-vs-
Skippy Mohophosite
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CONTRACT SIGNING
(For next week's Main Event)
Michael Saint & Hurricane Jeff & Kid Cactus
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FATAL FOUR WAY
(winner receives guaranteed Title shot
Captain Insanity
-vs-
Fletch Baxter
-vs-
French Montana
-vs-
Larsen Van Der Kamp
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UNDERCARD ONE
REGULAR MATCH
Ty Luca
-vs-
James Shark
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UNDERCARD TWO
GRUDGE MATCH
Bryce Bridges
-vs-
Skippy Mohophosite
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CONTRACT SIGNING
(For next week's Main Event)
Michael Saint & Hurricane Jeff & Kid Cactus
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FATAL FOUR WAY
(winner receives guaranteed Title shot
Captain Insanity
-vs-
Fletch Baxter
-vs-
French Montana
-vs-
Larsen Van Der Kamp
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CAAN: Things are going to get ugly before this night is over.
ARQUETTE: James Shark and Ty Luca are up first.
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REGULAR MATCH
Ty Luca -vs- James Shark
Ty Luca -vs- James Shark
The bell rings and the fans cheer as the show is about to open. The ring announcer stands in the center of the ring. The fans quiet down awaiting the first match.
”The following contest is scheduled for one fall...”
The fans cheer again. After their cheers die down there's a brief silence in the arena. Nobody is coming out. There seems to be a lot of confusion in the ring as the announcer awaits her cue to introduce the first man. Some production crew members are whispering near the entrance. Suddenly General Manager The Rev appears at the top of the ramp with a microphone in hand.
REV: Sorry to break this news to all you fans who paid to see Ty Luca and James Shark fight it out this week, but I'm afraid you wasted your money. Due to some mix ups in travel arrangements, Ty Luca and James Shark have both gone missing. You know how it is. But the good news is we have the tracking number, and I'm sure both are safe and sound. Thank you for understanding and enjoy the rest of the show!
Winner: Match cancelled
ARQUETTE: Since when do airlines give out tracking numbers?
CAAN: They don't.
ARQUETTE: Oh.
CAAN: Got that right.
ARQUETTE: We ask everyone at home to say a quick prayer for Ty Luca and James Shark, who may or may not be “lost in transit”. Good news is......... APW President Hurricane Jeff has arrived!
CAAN: At least someone made it here tonight.
ARQUETTE: Ace Heart is standing by.
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The Camera’s show the outside parking lot where a long black limo pulls up to the building. The drive gets out of the limo and runs to the back of it and opens the door. 4 African girls with big boobs and in skimpy dresses get out of the limo, followed by Hurricane Jeff, who steps out wearing jeans and his new APW Rasslemania VI T-Shirt, which will be available everywhere T-Shirts are sold on Tuesday. Jeff gets between the 4 women, two on each side and begins walking towards towards inside the building, but is quickly stopped by Ace Heart.
Ace: Hurricane Jeff, Can I get a quick word with you?
Jeff: Long time no see Ace. How you like my African prostitutes. Pretty Sweet huh?
Ace: Sure. But about tonight. Tonight if the contract signing for the big SWA match between Yourself, Michael Saint and Kid Cactus. Your thoughts on what you expect tonight?
Jeff: Normally Ace, I wouldn’t show up here. But, I was told if I didn’t come to Rampage in person and signed the contract, that I wouldn’t get paid. And that’s why I’m here. I enjoy doing reunion type shows, but mainly, its because of the money. Tonight, I expect to go into the ring, sign the contract and hopefully walk out just as fast as I got in there. Because really, I don’t want to be in an EWC ring, or TV show longer than I have to.
Boo’s are heard from inside the arena
Ace: We are still waiting on the arival of Kid Cactus, but Michael Saint has already showed up and he had a few choice words for you.
Jeff: Let me guess. He talked about how he will finally get his hands on me and how he’ll beat me?
Ace: Basically.
Jeff: Listen, I’m told Saint Three years ago that I would only fight him if the money is right. And guess what, the money is right. Saint can plan on beating the crap out of me or whatever, but I got nothing to prove anymore. Unlike the old farts who keep wrestling for that one last shot at fame, I know I’m past my prime. I don’t need to win anymore matches, I won my fair share of titles. I put on match of the year matches. I’m an investor now. All I care about is making Money. And really though, the only reason Saint wants to fight me so bad is because he’s jelious because he knows I’m the better man in running an entire company. So if he thinks beating me will prove anything, the more power to him, but at the end of the day, Michael Saint will still be a nobody, and Hurricane Jeff will still be the owner of the best company in the world, APW.
Ace: What are your thoughts on Kid Cactus
Jeff: I look forward to seeing KC. Its been a while since we talked, but personally, I still have a bit of pay back to give him since we fought once in SWA and he won. But other than that, I look forward to seeing Kid Cactus back in the ring and see if he still has what it takes.
Ace: Thanks for your time Jeff, I’ll let you get into the arena and prepare for the contract signing.
Jeff: Hit me up after the show Ace, these girls like to party.
Ace: Uh….
Jeff: Think about it Ace
Jeff and the girls laugh as they walk into the arena
Ace: Ba...back to you guys.
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CAAN: Some people never change.
ARQUETTE: So Hurricane Jeff is only doing this match because “the money was right”. It's good to know The Sedition have the funds to pay for Moses Lake, Hurricane Jeff and co. while the rest of us who are here week in and week out have to suffer.
CAAN: Just plain sucks.
ARQUETTE: Couldn't have said it better myself.
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*Skippy Mohophosite, the scrawny and pasty middle aged Sedition loyalist paces back and forth backstage. Gladiator comes by and finds him.*
GLADIATOR: You look like you're ready to give birth, Skippy.
SKIPPY: Please don't make me fight, Gladiator.
GLADIATOR: Hey, you started this fight. This is what you get for taking Bryce Bridges name out of the Lethal Lottery running.
SKIPPY: I did it on your dare!
GLADIATOR: Which you should never have taken seriously! You know well enough to know half the stuff we say should NEVER be taken seriously. Or anything we say for that matter.
SKIPPY: He's going to kill me.
GLADIATOR: Probably....... Well.... see ya later!
SKIPPY: There has to be a way out of this.
GLADIATOR: Skippy, you fought many times back in the SWA days. You beat Mr. Kiljoy, Marty Jannetty, Britney Spears. You have an undefeated streak. You're the man that's never been beaten.
SKIPPY: Only because every time I was thrown into a match you guys cheated to help me win. I've never executed a single proper maneuver in my life.
GLADIATOR: Cheating, huh? I like the sound of that word. Just kind of rolls off the tongue.......... CHEA.....TING! Bet it's even more fund to try it out. It is the weekend after all. I say if Moses Lake can make himself special guest referee, so can I! Skippy, you go out there and face Bryce Bridges like a man. I'll call the match and we'll see how things go.
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ARQUETTE: Does it ever end with these guys?
CAAN: He may just call it down the middle. Remember that Rev and Gladiator like to see Skippy suffer. He's not exactly a popular associate of The Sedition, more like a tag along.
ARQUETTE: You might be right. Time to see if Sedition publicist Skippy Mohophosite walks away with a pulse after being in the ring with Bryce Bridges.
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GRUDGE MATCH
Bryce Bridges -vs- Skippy Mohophosite
GRUDGE MATCH
Bryce Bridges -vs- Skippy Mohophosite
Gladiator jogs down the aisle to a chorus of boos. He taps the ref on the shoulder and politely tells him to take a hike. Gladiator stretches and gets in full referee mode.
The Archies classic pop hit "Candy Girl (Sugar Sugar) blares over the speakers. SWA's resident lovemaster, Skippy Mohophosite, comes strutting down the aisle. Skippy wears his regular lime green suit, and he winks at several of the young ladies in the crowd. Skippy gets on the apron and steps through the ropes, continue to strut his stuff around the ring.
Edge of Seventeen by Jonas hits the PA system as the lights turn pink and green. Bryce walks out with his trademark zebra capone hat. He walks with a cocky undertone, getting booed every step of the way. He goes to high five a fan who trys return the favor, but before he makes contact, he quickly lows his hand, and gives the fan a pissed off look. Bryce shakes his head in a disapproving manor and moves along. Once at the apron, he takes a step back, takes off his hat, gets a running start, and slides into the ring. Once in the ring, he does the Super Crazy front flip nip-up. He does to the turnbuckle and climbs to the second rope. He makes a chicken wing with his right arm, taunting for the roaring elbow. He climbs down from the turnbuckle. The lights go back to normal and the music fades out as Bryce calls for a microphone. He speaks.[/color]
BRYCE: You knew all I've wanted was another chance at the main event and a shot at the title. I've been fighting with everything I have since week one, and last week you stole my chance. Get ready to learn what a body cast feels like Skippy!
Special referee Gladiator calls for the bell as Skippy gulps nervously. Bryce comes flying out of his corner. He jumps in the air and takes Skippy down with a Cross Body Block. Bryce has Skippy covered and Gladiator drops to make a fair count.
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2...
Skippy kicks out. Bryce kneels over Skippy and grabs him by the back of the head. Bryce starts smashing Skippy's head onto the mat. He does this 3 times and then picks him up. Bryce whips Skippy into the ropes on the far side. He bounces back and Bryce levels him with a Clothesline. Skippy stands right back up and Bryce takes him down with a second Clothesline. Skippy stands right back up and staggers around. Bryce picks him up over his shoulder and delivers a Running Powerslam. It almost looks like the ring itself bounced with the impact. Bryce covers Skippy again.
1...
2...
Skippy kicks out on his own.
ARQUETTE: A much slower count this time from Gladiator.
CAAN: But you have to admit, slow count or not he's calling it fair so far.
ARQUETTE: I suppose.
Bryce picks Skippy up and ties up with Skippy from behind. He lifts him up and drops him across his knee with a Backbreaker. Bryce is ready to pick Skippy back up, but he crawls across the ring to avoid him. Skippy backs into the corner and gets on his knees. Skippy starts begging Bryce to stop beating on him. He ignores Skippy and kicks him in the face.
ARQUETTE: You never beg. Always a sign of weakness.
Skippy hits his head on one of the turnbuckles after being kicked. Bryce picks him up and stands him a few feet out of the corner. He then steps outside the ring and climbs to the top rope. Bryce stands on the top rope with his back to the ring and jumps back with a Moonsault. He hits Skippy and takes him down. Bryce has Skippy covered again and He hooks a leg.
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2...
Kickout by Skippy. Bryce grabs Skippy by his hair and yanks him to his feet. Bryce back hands him across the face. Skippy is knocked a few feet back and Bryce backhands him again. Skippy staggers backwards and falls against the ropes. Bryce Clotheslines Skippy over the ropes and he lands on the apron. Skippy stands up on the apron and Bryce runs to the other side of the ring and goes off the ropes. Bryce comes charging toward Skippy and he flips over the ropes, and over him, grabbing his neck as he flips, and nailing him with a vicious Neckbreaker from off the apron. They are both down on the concrete.
CAAN: Good thing they missed the table. I want a week without our table breaking.
Special referee Gladiator exits the ring and stands over their fallen bodies. He picks up a long stick from under the broadcast table. He starts poking Skippy in the face with the pointy stick.
GLADIATOR: Get up Mohophosite! We don't pay you to lose to Bryce Bridges!
ARQUETTE: Not exactly an unobjective comment from our special referee.
Bryce starts rolling over and getting back up. He struggles to his feet and walks over to Skippy. Bryce pulls Skippy to his feet and throws him back in the ring. Bryce climbs up on the apron and waits for Skippy to stand. Once Skippy is on his feet he turns around and faces Bryce. Then Bryce launches himself over the ropes and takes Skippy down with a Shoulder Block. Bryce has him covered again.
1..
2...
Gladiator fakes a muscle cramp in his arm and stops the count. Bryce is on his feet and furious. He gets right in Gladiator's face and starts shouting and shoving. Gladiator points his finger at Bryce and threatens to DQ him. Bryce looks like he's going to ignore Gladiator and walk away, but just when his back is turned, Gladiator hits him from behind with an axe handle smash to the back. Bryce Bridges goes down. The fans boo Gladiator. He turns to the fans and smiles obnoxiously.
ARQUETTE: Saw that one coming. It's almost like The Sedition are dedicated to preventing Bryce Bridges from having any success.
CAAN: Bad with money and born cheaters.
Gladiator hasn't noticed that Bryce Bridges is pulling himself up behind him. Bryce charges at Gladiator and spins around before hitting him from behind with a ROARING ELBOW. This knocks Gladiator right out of the ring! Bryce then turns to Skippy's who's eyes are rolling out of his head. He grabs Skippy by the legs and flips him over, locking him into an Inverted Single Leg Crab, otherwise known as THE GRIP OF SEVENTEEN. Skippy is squeeling like a girl in pain.[/color]
ARQUETTE: Now what are you going to do Skippy? Your ringer ref is out cold!
Bryce keeps the submission hold locked in for over a minute and Skippy squeels every second of it. Finally another legitimate referee enters the ring and asks Skippy if he gives up. Skippy screams Yes! Yes! I give up! The ref calls for the bell.
“The Edge of Seventeen hits the PA again and Bryce Bridges lets go of the hold. He climbs the turnbuckle and raises his hands in victory. Skippy rolls out of the ring and collapses on the floor. Gladiator is starting to come around.
ARQUETTE: How about that? Skippy Mohophosite's 10 year undefeated streak..... which only consists of a handful of matches, all of which Rev and Gladiator helped him win, has finally come to an end.
Gladiator is now on his feet and shocked to see Bryce celebrating and hearing his music play. He shouts a few things at the other legit referee and storms over to the announcer. Gladiator whispers to the announcer. Bryce's music ends and he very impatiently waits to hear what's going on. Gladiator finishes talking to the announcer and then quickly grabs Skippy, draging him down the aisle by the arms.
”Ladies and gentlemen, I have just been informed that due to the fact that General Manager Gladiator had the authority as special referee in this match, the submission decision in favor of Bryce Bridges has been voided! The winner, as a result of a disqualification on the grounds of striking a referee, and STILL UNDEFEATED, Skippy Mohophosite!”
*Unanimous boos from the crowd. Bryce Bridges kicks the ropes and shouts at Gladiator and Skippy. Gladiator smiles and waves to Bryce before quickly dragging Skippy backstage. Bryce races down the aisle after them*
ARQUETTE: Talk about a bogus call.
CAAN: I hate to play devil's advocate, but technically Gladiator's call was the fair decision.
ARQUETTE: I'll correct you on that. It may have been the by the rules technical decision, but it was anything but fair.
CAAN: True enough.
ARQUETTE: Still to come, Kid Cactus' arrival, the contract signing for the legends match next week, and our Fat Four Way main event. Stay tuned.
TO BE CONTINUED...