Post by Deleted on Jan 22, 2016 15:48:44 GMT -6
Special backstage interview
Dressed in a loose but still form fitting white silk shirt, Ted Maximus looks at the camera from underneath gold trimmed sunglasses. Standing next to him is Ace Heart, reporter for the EWC. Spotting Maximus as eh was leaving the building, Heart asks for an exclusive interview to help commemorate the soon to be announced arrival of the young superstar. Maximus looks to be in a hurry, but agrees to the interview all the same. Walking over to Heart, he stands beside him as television crews hastily position themselves before them, waving a finger into the air to signal that the recording has begin.
Heart: Hello! Ace Heart here and welcome to another exclusive EWC interview for those who are a member of the network! As many of you know, the EWC regularly keeps tabs on the younger talent in the industry. Some of the greats have been discovered in this manner. Today, we have one of the future talents in the company standing by and ready to formerly meet you all! This is a man who was unanimously declared the 2015 top prospect in the industry recently. Fresh out of developmental, please welcome... Ted Maximus! Ted, how are you doing?
Maximus: I am fine.
Heart: The EWC is delighted to have you here. It isn't often that we run across a born and bred EWC superstar. You must be brimming with excitement now that you have made the big time! Any thoughts?
Maximus: Well, Ace... is that your name? I am going to make this real clear cut and simple for you. I know you are expecting me to be gushing over how happy I am to be here, right? You might even be waiting to see where the fuckin' ball drops over what side of the playing field that I will be aiming towards, but I can't do that. You see, I don't do business that way. I am not one of the so called 100000 time champions and I sure as hell don't assume that I will receive any handouts either. I came to the EWC to do one thing.. to compete with the top tier talent in our industry and you can't find that anywhere else, you dig? I have been busting my ass, living in the shittiest hotels you have ever seen. My entire life has consisted of hanging out in the gym and putting in hours inside of a wrestling ring. This is a passion for me, plain and simple. I am not the second coming of Hulk Hogan and I sure as hell do not see myself on the same level of Xplode.... yet. What I am is a man who paid his damn dues. So no, I am not excited. I earned this chance. I deserve it.
Heart: Very impressive. All too often the EWC finds itself with entitled superstars. It's good to see a blue chipper that wants to earn his stripes for a change.
Maximus: Ain't that the damn truth! When I think about the current state of the EWC locker room, I have to shake my head. It isn't about what you have done in the past, it's what you are doing today in this industry. Hell, I don't even want to hear shit about what awards or accolades that I have picked up along the way. Tell me about the possibilities for tomorrow! Point me in the direction of greatness.... and I will do the rest.
Heart: Moving forward, we hear that you have signed on with Tara Michaels. That will put you alongside the current EWC Undisputed Champion.. Xplode. That's a hell of a mentor for a rookie if you think about it. Any thoughts on this?
Maximus: I am grateful that Ms. Michaels sees potential in me, no doubt about it. It definitely makes things a whole hell of a lot easier! As for working with the Champ, I would be a fool to not feel good about that. Let's face it though, X isn't known for being too damn hospitable. One could even assume that I might not even be wanted by him. Why would a man who has meant EVERYTHING to this sport, want a nobody like me around? It's my job to prove myself to him.. and to the fans. It's my duty to give X a reason to put stock into me. Hell, even if he doesn't... that doesn't change a thing. I didn't come this far to give up so easily. I will use every day that I am in his camp to bend his ear and pick up a thing or two. One day, it will be my name that he sees on the card as his next opponent. One day..
Heart: The Firm. Are you in?
Maximus: Well... I am not sure that there are any better alternatives for them. I mean, they had that Shawn Cage fella' cheat and get booted out of the promotion, right? Disgusting if you ask me. Then there was that Brett Black character who, for all intents and purposes, never made a bit of sense in my opinion. Regardless, he had the passion and the ring ability to be a world champion one day.. but he instead decided to take an early retirement. If you ask me, I am the best option available to them. Plus, let's not forget the boys in the Damaged Goods crew. I have history with them. They are dangerous. No, this faction is going to be something special. In a generation where we keep seeing the same.. tired... names... restructure and reform the same... tired... factions... this is a refreshing thing. No one has heard of anyone in this group beyond James Kash and of course.. Xplode. We are dangerous and unpredictable. Just the way I like it.
Heart: Okay, I am going to throw a few names at you. King Flip.
Maximus: A joke. Second rate champion. Brags about title belts that no one gives a shit about.
Heart: Griffin Hawkins?
Maximus: Under rated. The man is fresh. He brings a new age excitement to the industry. Sure, he can be flamboyant. Who cares? Gay or not, he has busted his ass and he should be recognized. One day, he will.
Heart: John Blade?
Maximus: Fresh talent.. good to see. Reminds me too much of John Cena though.
Heart: Kruzer.
Maximus: Entitled. Another 1000000 time champion with none of them taking place here. Bases his entire self worth and career on title belts to be honest. Big Talker... got his ass kicked by Black. Funny shit.
Heart: Shelley Silver?
Maximus: Stunning. Eric Steel needs to take care of that before I do. I bet she would appreciate a REAL man. She sure as hell won't find one with him.
Heart: Xplode.
Maximus: The best in the world today.. maybe even of all time. He hasn't secured the future yet though. That time belongs to the rest of us.
Heart: Thank you for this opportunity. It was great talking to you. When can we expect to see you in the ring?
Maximus: In two weeks. That's my game plan. From there, expect to see my face every week on Brawl.
Heart: Thank you. Again, we are here with Ted Maximus... until next time!
Conclusion
Ted Maximus shakes Ace Hearts hand, and walks away. Heart watches him, nodding his head. The interview has come to an end.