Post by President Mac on Mar 27, 2017 21:56:08 GMT -6
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.
The Extreme Wrestling Corporation presents
STRANGLEMANIA XII
Brought to you by Under Armour, Sony and Dr. Pepper
Brought to you by Under Armour, Sony and Dr. Pepper
STRANGLEMANIA XII
March 27th, 2017
Commentators: Mystery Man, Colin Hanks and FBI
Announcer: Nina Dobrev
Senior Referee: Paul Turner
Referee: Josh Daniels
Announcer: Nina Dobrev
Senior Referee: Paul Turner
Referee: Josh Daniels
"LEGEND" by The Score begins to blast throughout the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum
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Here we go, here we go
It's about time that we set it off
Here we go, here we go
Red lights, I could never stop
A dreamer with the fever to be great was all I ever want, was all I ever wanted
A finder with the fever for the fame was all I ever want, was all I ever wanted
Got me singin' like
Bang, bang
Bang, bang
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Let's fire the weapon
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Won't stop till we're legends
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Won't stop till we're legends
Here we go, here we go
It's my turn to make history
Here we go, here we go
When I'm gone they'll remember me, yeah
A dreamer with the fever to be great was all I ever want, was all I ever wanted
A finder with the fever for the fame was all I ever want, was all I ever wanted
Got me singin' like
Bang, bang
Bang, bang
Bang, bang
Let's fire the weapon
Bang, bang
Bang, bang
Bang, bang
Won't stop till we're legends
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Won't stop till we're legends
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Won't stop till we're legends
Blood, sweat, I'll break my bones
Till all my scars bleed golden
My name's forever known
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Blood, sweat, I'll break my bones
Till all my scars bleed golden
My name's forever known
Woah-oh, woah-oh
Blood, sweat, I'll break my bones (bang, bang)
Till all my scars bleed golden
My name's forever known
(Bang, bang, won't stop till we're legends)
Woah-oh, woah-oh
Bang, bang, won't stop till we're legends
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Here we go, here we go
It's about time that we set it off
Here we go, here we go
Red lights, I could never stop
A dreamer with the fever to be great was all I ever want, was all I ever wanted
A finder with the fever for the fame was all I ever want, was all I ever wanted
Got me singin' like
Bang, bang
Bang, bang
Bang, bang
Let's fire the weapon
Bang, bang
Bang, bang
Bang, bang
Won't stop till we're legends
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Won't stop till we're legends
Here we go, here we go
It's my turn to make history
Here we go, here we go
When I'm gone they'll remember me, yeah
A dreamer with the fever to be great was all I ever want, was all I ever wanted
A finder with the fever for the fame was all I ever want, was all I ever wanted
Got me singin' like
Bang, bang
Bang, bang
Bang, bang
Let's fire the weapon
Bang, bang
Bang, bang
Bang, bang
Won't stop till we're legends
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Won't stop till we're legends
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Nah, nah, nah, nah
Won't stop till we're legends
Blood, sweat, I'll break my bones
Till all my scars bleed golden
My name's forever known
Woah-oh, woah-oh
Blood, sweat, I'll break my bones
Till all my scars bleed golden
My name's forever known
Woah-oh, woah-oh
Blood, sweat, I'll break my bones (bang, bang)
Till all my scars bleed golden
My name's forever known
(Bang, bang, won't stop till we're legends)
Woah-oh, woah-oh
Bang, bang, won't stop till we're legends
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Video footage detailing historic events over the EWC's Twenty year history.
From March 1997 all the way down to the most recent episodes of Monday Night Brawl, Friday Night Rampage, Future Stars of Wrestling and EWC Prime!
From March 1997 all the way down to the most recent episodes of Monday Night Brawl, Friday Night Rampage, Future Stars of Wrestling and EWC Prime!
Images of previous EWC Champions are shown, starting with the very first Champion Black Ninja, then moving onto Big Danny Mac and Steve "The Predator" Bennett. Sped up footage then shows a special montage of Memphis Reigns, Shadow Man, Hirsh Valentine, Jesse Nunez, Hurricane Jeff, Moses Lake, James Chambers, BDC, Jay Cee, Stray, Gladiator, The Rev, Drake and Xplode all with the EWC Championship.
This is followed by highlights of showcasing current EWC Champions: Meagan Gunn, Griffin Hawkins, Gabriel Martin, Luke Wolfe, Jeremy Warren, Jack Tillman, and our EWC Champion Drake
The opening pyros hit and here we go.
The energy in the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum is electrifying.
Spotlights circle around the massive stadium as the thousands of fans in the venue are shown in a wide angle shot. The camera then pans out showing a full-scale view of the jam-packed arena and zooms in on some crazy fans.
The fans stomp and clap along to "won't stop till we're legends"
The fans stomp and clap along to "won't stop till we're legends"
A chant begins of
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Fireworks emit while a fog machine covers the lower decks of the stadium in a red haze! Fans stand up, pumping their fists and raising signs as the camera feed pans to each one of them. One last round of fireworks blast out now, and we turn our attention to Wrestling Hall of Fame member and retired EWC Legend. Mystery Man
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Fireworks emit while a fog machine covers the lower decks of the stadium in a red haze! Fans stand up, pumping their fists and raising signs as the camera feed pans to each one of them. One last round of fireworks blast out now, and we turn our attention to Wrestling Hall of Fame member and retired EWC Legend. Mystery Man
Mystery Man: Hello and Welcome to StrangleMania XII
The fans continue to cheer and chant
Mystery Man: It is a beautiful 63 degrees here in Los Angeles as we are outside in the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. There is very little wind, no hint of rain but we are expecting a massive storm of destruction in the ring tonight
FBI: There are thousands upon thousands of Xplode fans here tonight, waiting to catch a glimpse of the Superstars final match. It's a momentous occasion. This is the night we will be talking about all year and many years to come
XPLODE
XPLODE
XPLODE
Hanks: Its near defining here folks as we prepare for what should be a truly unbelievable show tonight. StrangleMania is already the most anticipated event year after year, its the grandaddy of all events. This is our Super Bowl ladies and gentleman .. now throw in the fact that the games greatest player is set to retire .. wow .. I cannot convey the madness that is happening all around us right now
Mystery Man: We are still about forty-minutes away from our first official match here tonight, but for those at home who are still contemplating signing up for tonight's event, we do have a free-view match coming up in just a few moments. First, lets take a look at how we got to this point and see the matches we have in-store for us tonight
The titan tron flashes on and shows a video recapping the first three months of the 2017 Season of EWC, and highlighting the matches we are about to see
Mystery Man: Xplode and President Mac are set to battle it out tonight with Shadow Man as a special guest ref. There is no telling how that match is going to go, but it will be pact full of emotions. I still cant believe this moment is here .. the final match of Xplodes career. Wow
FBI: Our Main Event of the night features the new face of the EWC, Drake. He's our current International and Undisputed Champion. Rampage is sending it's best competitor in United States Champion, Griffin Hawkins. This is a huge opportunity for Griffin, and for Drake .. this is his first StrangleMania and he wants to make it a memorable one. It's an iron man match, which means we are in for an instant classic
Hanks: No two men in the EWC hate each other as much as Eddie Crank and Jack Tillman. Jack defeated Eddie for the X-Division Title one month ago today, but the two of have been at it for almost two months. You saw them recently at a press conference and the weigh-in. These two hate each other and this MMA style match is going to lead to a lot of blood tonight.
Mystery Man: PRIME is getting it's own Championship tonight when Trixie looks to defeat Prince for a second time this season. One of these two will be crowned champion, both are polar opposites but equally deserving. Prime has been the surprise of the year so far, as it's garnered a massive following. Nice to see it's top two starts battle it out on the years biggest stage
Hanks: The Tag Team Titles haven't switched hands in well over a year. Tonight Moors Murders and The Royal Court will try and end the streak. But with Wolfe and Gabreal getting along and the Legion looking scary as hell, this match wont be an easy one
FBI: Jeremy Warren is the newest FSW Champion and one of the EWC's fastest rising stars .. but Hatchet Gully is hungry as hell and wants to be the next big thing in the FSW. Both men are fierce competitors and should make for an incredible match
Mystery Man: We also have a #1 Contendership match for the International Title, and a MITB match for a shot at the United States Championship. Ironic that the holders of those belts are both in tonight's Main Event.
Hanks: We have so many more matches tonight, but it looks like it's time for our first one .. we will be back with our Free-View Preview match .. right after this quick message from EWC TV
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PRE-RECORDING • | [Farewell Xplode | Nevaeh]
NEVAEH: Xplode…
Nev starts off saying with a frustrated sigh as she sits in front of the camera.
NEVAEH: ...Someone thought it would be a good idea if we all shared some nice good-bye messages with you. Great in theory, I suppose. There’s just one problem. I generally don’t have nice things to say about anyone. But I hope you enjoy your retirement before you croak.
Nev stops and thinks about what she said for a brief moment.
NEVAEH: Hmm. I suppose that isn’t too bad. I mean, it’s not like I’m saying you’re dying tomorrow or anything like that!
Nev shrugs.
NEVAEH: Truth is, I know you did a lot of good for this business and I can respect that. So enjoy your moment at StrangleMania. For you, there will never be another one quite like it. But after it’s all said and done, it will be time for others to step up and create our own legacies in EWC. Much like you did.
Nev nods some.
NEVAEH: We’ll be sure to make you proud!
As Nev reaches forward and turns off the recording, we see nothing but static.
NEVAEH: Xplode…
Nev starts off saying with a frustrated sigh as she sits in front of the camera.
NEVAEH: ...Someone thought it would be a good idea if we all shared some nice good-bye messages with you. Great in theory, I suppose. There’s just one problem. I generally don’t have nice things to say about anyone. But I hope you enjoy your retirement before you croak.
Nev stops and thinks about what she said for a brief moment.
NEVAEH: Hmm. I suppose that isn’t too bad. I mean, it’s not like I’m saying you’re dying tomorrow or anything like that!
Nev shrugs.
NEVAEH: Truth is, I know you did a lot of good for this business and I can respect that. So enjoy your moment at StrangleMania. For you, there will never be another one quite like it. But after it’s all said and done, it will be time for others to step up and create our own legacies in EWC. Much like you did.
Nev nods some.
NEVAEH: We’ll be sure to make you proud!
As Nev reaches forward and turns off the recording, we see nothing but static.
PRE-RECORDING • | [Farewell Xplode | Candy]
As the video starts to play, we see Candy stepping out of a candy store with an oversized bag in her hand. Upon seeing the camera was rolling and ready to capture her words, Candy begins to speak.
CANDY: Hey X.
Candy waves into the camera with her free hand.
CANDY: I know I haven’t been around EWC all that long, but wishing you well as you head into the next chapter of your life seems like the right thing to do!
Candy nods with a bright smile.
CANDY: Eventually I hope to have as much impact on EWC as you did. Of course, I have a long ways to go on that. But I have no intentions of going anywhere. So I’m sure it’ll happen in time and I hope you’ll still be watching when it does! In the meantime…
Candy starts rummaging through her candy bag and pulls out a bite size butterfinger.
CANDY: ...I hope your retirement is nothing but sweet!”
With that, Candy winks as she unwraps the candy bar and pops it in her mouth before walking off to end the scene.
As the video starts to play, we see Candy stepping out of a candy store with an oversized bag in her hand. Upon seeing the camera was rolling and ready to capture her words, Candy begins to speak.
CANDY: Hey X.
Candy waves into the camera with her free hand.
CANDY: I know I haven’t been around EWC all that long, but wishing you well as you head into the next chapter of your life seems like the right thing to do!
Candy nods with a bright smile.
CANDY: Eventually I hope to have as much impact on EWC as you did. Of course, I have a long ways to go on that. But I have no intentions of going anywhere. So I’m sure it’ll happen in time and I hope you’ll still be watching when it does! In the meantime…
Candy starts rummaging through her candy bag and pulls out a bite size butterfinger.
CANDY: ...I hope your retirement is nothing but sweet!”
With that, Candy winks as she unwraps the candy bar and pops it in her mouth before walking off to end the scene.
We return to live footage of StrangleMania XII
Hanks: StrangleMania has been worldwide trending all day today on twitter, lets take a look at some of the comments going back and forth
Mystery Man: Thanks for that Colin .. well .. here we go folks, the moment we've been waiting for ... our free-view / pre-view is next
FREE-VIEW PREVIEW
Tables, Ladders and Chairs Match
Nevaeh Vs Kyra Johnson
Mystery Man: What a way to begin the show, we have Nevaeh “Leigh” Heaven going up against Kyra Johnson. There has been a lot of drama between these two over the past month on Prime
FBI: Yes there has, Kyra let the entire brand know she was not here for games with an attack on one of the more established acts on the scene. I have a feeling she might just regret that choice.
Hanks: Come on, Kyra has proven she can stand next to anyone and I do not doubt her ability to come out of this the winner.
Once "Gasoline" by Porcelain and the Tramps is heard, Nevaeh comes walking out from the back to a chorus of boos. But judging by the smile on her face she doesn't seem to mind. As she makes her way down the aisle, Nevaeh does her best not to let anyone touch her long the way.
Nina Dobrev: The following contest is a tables, ladders and chairs match. Introducing first from Las Vegas, Nevada, this is...NEEEEAVEAHHHHHH!"
After walking up on the ring apron, Nevaeh will strike a pose and give her backside a little shake before stepping between the ropes. Once inside, she'll mouth off to the fans and pace the ring a bit as she waits for the match to begin.
Mystery Man: Nevaeh looks mean and ready for war
FBI: Buckle up boys, the greatest event on the planet is about to begin with a bang
The haunting beginning of 'Love Without Tragedy' begins playing as a Johnson Luxury Limo pulls onto the set. Before the door opens, a crew of people run to the limo and lay out a red carpet. The door opens and out steps 'Miss Dallas' Kyra Johnson. She's wearing an elegant robe that is adorned with pink glistening diamonds with the words 'Miss Dallas' along the back.
Nina Dobrev: And her opponent, from Dallas Texas, Miss Dallas, Kyra Johnson
She struts to the ring confidently as the fans reign down boos on her. As she reaches the ring, she snaps her fingers as a man runs up and removes the robe and then lifts her up onto the ring apron. She steps under the middle rope and struts to a corner, completely ignoring the jeers of the fans.
The referee calls both of them to the center of the ring and explains the rules to them as both seem more interested with the whereabouts of the ladders and tables laying outside of the ring. Once he is done with it he sends them back to their corners and calls for the bell.
DING DING DING!!!
And we are off with a bang, both superstars go at each other immediately but Nevaeh is the quicker of the two catching her opponent with a kick to the midsection and then delivering an elbow to the back of the head that sends Kyra crashing to the ground. Kyra tries to reach for the closest ropes to get herself up but Nevaeh is not done with her, not by a longshot or a slingshot in this scenario. She stomps on the back of Kyra, turns her over, grabs her by the legs and sends her flying across the ring and into the turnbuckle with a slingshot. Her head bounces off the turnbuckle and she collapses to the ground.
Mystery Man: Well Nevaeh has started this on a high and she doesn’t look like she is ready to let up
FBI: She better not, because if she gives Kyra even an inch, she will definitely take a mile.
Nevaeh makes her way out of the ring and then begins to size her options at the ringside. The wooden table looked too good to pass up so she picks it up from the barricade it rests upon but just as she turns around to get back into the ring she is greeted a flying Kyra Johnson who leaps over the side rope with a ‘Pageant Press’ smashing into Nevaeh and the table shattering it as well as harming both herself and Kyra.
HOLY SHIT
HOLY SHIT
HOLY SHIT
Mystery Man: Oh my…. What the hell was that!
FBI: She just put her own body on the line right there
Hank: That Pageant Press was absolutely madness
Both of them lie flat on the mat for more than half a minute till Kyra begins to move a little, she crawls her way to Nevaeh and goes for the pin.
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Elbows begin to ram down at Kyra’s head, that’s one way to kick out. Kyra pulls her hair from beneath and then begins her own fury of attacks with punches straight to the face of Nevaeh unrelenting even when Nevaeh is helpless to block her punches. Once she has Nevaeh dazed she rises to her feet and searches for the closest weapon and it is right there, a steel chair folded on the mat. She unfolds the chair and then places it next to Nevaeh who is slowly rising to her feet, once she finds her feet she is greeted by Kyra who steps on the chair and flies right at her and thunders a leg to the side of the head with an Enziguiri which whiplashes Nevaeh’s head off the ring mat and down to the ground.
Mystery Man: What a move! Kyra is really bringing the fight to Nevaeh
FBI: I would say she is in firm control of this match right about now, she has done a really good job keeping Nevaeh on the defensive
Kyra walks all the way across the floor and finds a ladder which she shoves into the ring. She then returns to Nevaeh who has found her knees and then grabs her by the head and sends her into the ring and follows up. Once she is in the ring she is greeted by a right hand from a weakened Nevaeh. The punch serves it purpose of keeping Kyra away but she quickly recovers and comes back and another is dispatched right to her face once more but this time Nevaeh follows up with a kick to the midsection and then a snap suplex then blants her back right in the center of the ladder causing her to scream in pain. Nevaeh immediately goes for the pin whilst Kyra bounces around in pain.
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Kick Out!
Mystery Man: How she kicked out of that is beyond me, that is some heart she has shown here tonight
FBI: Not just her but Nevaeh as well. It is amazing how much pain these superstars can persevere
Nevaeh picks up the ladder and rests it on the turnbuckles. Once she is done arranging it she picks up her opponent and whips her towards the ladder which Kyra crashes on. Kyra cries out in pain as she stretches to reach for her aching back but Nevaeh kicks her in the midsection and delivers a neckbreaker. Once done she goes for another pin
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Mystery Man: This is getting ridiculous! What a combo by Nevaeh
Hank: I am utterly impressed by the showing by these two, they have certainly done their brand proud.
Mystery Man: Not to mention doing the event justice, it has been epic!
Nevaeh looks absolutely frustrated wondering what she has to do to put Mrs. Dallas down for good. She grabs the ladder and sets it up, whatever she has planned, she definitely doesn’t think Kyra would survive it, she begins to climb her way up the ladder slowly, she too has taking a beating. While she climbs Kyra begins to find her own breath and soon her feet. By the time she finds her wobbling feet, Nevaeh is beyond half way up the ladder and out of her reach so she joins her opponent on the journey to the top.
Mystery Man: Get the hell down Now! Both of you!
FBI: This is where they earn their money
Both continue to climb slowly and Nevaeh reaches the top first and waits for her opponent to get a step lower than hers and then she dispatches a punch to her forehead. Kyra wobbles but keeps her grip. She is able to take the next step up and then returns a punch of her own which forces Nev back but she too recovers. Blows begin to trade from one person to the other at the top of the ladder. Nevaeh then lands a powerful blow which really rocks Kyra and then grabs her by the head bounces it off the top of the ladder twice ripping her forehead to blood and then pulls her with her setting up her knee and both clatter to the ground with an unbelievable ‘FALL FROM GRACE’
OH MY GOD
OH MY GOD
OH MY GOD
Mystery Man: This is over! Kyra has been ripped open
FBI: What a move! I have never seen anything like this
The crowd look absolutely shocked and Nevaeh looks in just as bad a shape as her opponent. She finds just an arm and drops it on her opponent.
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DING DING DING!!!
Mystery Man: She did it. She was able to win it, what a pay per view debut for the both of them and my what a finish
FBI: That is what StrangleMania is all about, an absolute stunner of a match
Nina Dobrev: Here is your winner, NEEVAAEEH!
Nevaeh eventually finds her feet and the referee lifts her hand in victory
Hanks: What an excellent start to the show. The fans here in Los Angeles are loving every minute of it, and we have more action coming up next
PRE-RECORDING • | [Farewell Xplode | Jason Hunter]
Jason Hunter: When we first met face to face 2015 I will admit I just saw you as an asshole. I realized thought even you are an asshole you loved this business. When you were GM I stood back and just watched you backstage with some of the wrestlers. You share your experiences with them. You gave them guidance on how to be successful in this business. Even though you and I have a rocking father and son relationship. I want you to know even if you truly think I don't listen to you. Your words along with Terry and Papa Tombs is something I keep close to my heart every day in my life. I will always when I feel I need to get your view on something. Will call. Thank you for creating this pathway I am on right now. Thank you for given us the best matches. Thank you for pushing me to my limit to make me become something in this business. I love you. Dad.
Jason Hunter: When we first met face to face 2015 I will admit I just saw you as an asshole. I realized thought even you are an asshole you loved this business. When you were GM I stood back and just watched you backstage with some of the wrestlers. You share your experiences with them. You gave them guidance on how to be successful in this business. Even though you and I have a rocking father and son relationship. I want you to know even if you truly think I don't listen to you. Your words along with Terry and Papa Tombs is something I keep close to my heart every day in my life. I will always when I feel I need to get your view on something. Will call. Thank you for creating this pathway I am on right now. Thank you for given us the best matches. Thank you for pushing me to my limit to make me become something in this business. I love you. Dad.
PRE-RECORDING • | [Farewell Xplode | Ruthann Hunter]
Ruthann Hunter: What can a wife say about her husband. In her eyes no matter her husband is the King of anything he placed his heart and soul into. That what you have done. Your heart and soul were poured into everything you have done in your career at EWC but not only here but everywhere you when. My Papa, the way you have faith in yourself is something amazing. It is something I wish at times I could have. Your faith is what made you The King of EWC.
I remember when we were younger you told me "Baby Ruth I am going to be something great in this sport. Just watch and see! I promise you that!" You kept your word and you made this come true. I never doubt that you wouldn't do that!
When you was the GM I saw your loved for this company and how you did whatever you believe you need to keep pushing the company to be at the level it needed to be. Just like you have done with your own career when you took off the suit and tie and step back inside of that ring with your knee pads. You put 100 percent into it!
When you inside of that ring it like it another side of you. I can tell you loved it. I can tell you enjoy it. It is something that gives you a pleasure that is very hard for any fellow wrestler to describe. We all can tell even if you was the hero or not. The fans knew you love what you was doing. It was more than just a job.
It was your life!
That where you belong and you made it know. There will not be anyone I feel that could touch the ceiling of this business like you have. My love. I will always be there for you. I will always be by your side on this new journey of not been in the ring. Which I know you will master just like you have in this sport. Papa, love you dearly my King and the King of Wrestling. Jaden Hunter. You made Terry proud!
Ruthann Hunter: What can a wife say about her husband. In her eyes no matter her husband is the King of anything he placed his heart and soul into. That what you have done. Your heart and soul were poured into everything you have done in your career at EWC but not only here but everywhere you when. My Papa, the way you have faith in yourself is something amazing. It is something I wish at times I could have. Your faith is what made you The King of EWC.
I remember when we were younger you told me "Baby Ruth I am going to be something great in this sport. Just watch and see! I promise you that!" You kept your word and you made this come true. I never doubt that you wouldn't do that!
When you was the GM I saw your loved for this company and how you did whatever you believe you need to keep pushing the company to be at the level it needed to be. Just like you have done with your own career when you took off the suit and tie and step back inside of that ring with your knee pads. You put 100 percent into it!
When you inside of that ring it like it another side of you. I can tell you loved it. I can tell you enjoy it. It is something that gives you a pleasure that is very hard for any fellow wrestler to describe. We all can tell even if you was the hero or not. The fans knew you love what you was doing. It was more than just a job.
It was your life!
That where you belong and you made it know. There will not be anyone I feel that could touch the ceiling of this business like you have. My love. I will always be there for you. I will always be by your side on this new journey of not been in the ring. Which I know you will master just like you have in this sport. Papa, love you dearly my King and the King of Wrestling. Jaden Hunter. You made Terry proud!
FREE-VIEW PREVIEW
First Blood Match
Kristian Bane Vs Creed
Mystery Man: Here we go folks, our second and final Free-View Preview match for StrangleMania XII. If you haven't already done so, please order tonight's event now .. you do not want to miss out!Nina Dobrev: The following contest is a First Blood Match! The winner must make his opponent bleed. Introducing first….
The EWC-tron is lit with a live feed of the backstage corridor, making his way to the ring, is none other than the former United States Champion smiling and sending a good natured nod of respect to personnel in between air punches as he passes them. The crowd roars in enthusiasm as a FSW stylized nameplate flashes on-screen. Creed takes a left detouring for the stage entrance and the feed is cut. The tron is – almost immediately – re-surged by his custom video package and the arena is filled with a mixture of cheers and “Hero” by Skillet which trumpets from the PA system.
Nina Dobrev: Making his way to the ring all the way from Asheville, North Carolina, tonight weighing in at 225 pounds...CREEEEEEEEEEED!!
The crowd explodes to their feet to welcome one of their favorite extremists, Creed, stepping out center stage; his golden mane draping down the shoulders of his black leather jacket and toothy grin peering through his thick beard. He took a moment to pause with his hands placed on his sides, glaring out at all sides of the arena, just as he had multiple times before and proceeded to walk at a moderate pace down the ramp -- guided by the halo spotlight from high above. While approaching the apron, Creed would slap five with a line of his fans in the front row and ascend up the steel steps. Walking the apron with that fuzzy grin in a slow saunter; feeding into the cheers; he then raises a single fist into the air and enters between the ropes. Thereafter he climbs up to the second rung of the nearest turnbuckle, clenching his fist, and holding them high above his head for all to see.
Nina Dobrev: And his opponent...from Cincinnati, Ohio, weighing in at 330 pounds….KRISTIAN BANE!!
The arena goes dark, a slow booming sound can be heard and BAM! Pyros shoot off as 'The Vengeful One' blares. Kristian Bane walks out in front of the crowd. Bane walks methodically to the ring.
FBI: What an honor to be here tonight!! We’re AT STRANGLEMANIA!!! And we’re starting the FSW side of things with Kristian Bane facing Creed.
Colin: What an epic encounter this is going to be fellas. Both men have seen early success in there time in FSW. I’d go as far to say one of these men could be in the FSW title hunt very soon.
Mystery Man: These 2 are jewels in FSW and their rise to the top continues here at STRANGLEMANIA!
FBI: First man to bleed loses this match. It's no secret these are 2 of FSW's rising stars. They definitely have eyes of them from above. Here we go!!
DING DING DING
Creed and Bane take a few good seconds to take in this moment. Bane charges Creed and pushes him into the corner. Bane unleashes a series of lefts and rights. Bane whips Creed in to the other side of the ring and follows with a monster clothesline. Creed falls to the mat as Bane jumps to the top corner and nails a picture perfect moonsault.
Colin: I’m very impressed by this rookie everyone calls Kristian Bane. He’s built better than most plus he can move like a Luchador. Very impressive.
Mystery Man: I’ve been in this industry many years and I’ve NEVER seen anything like Kristian Bane.
FBI: I agree Mystery Man. But don’t take nothing away from Creed. He’s been a sensation since walking through them doors.
Creed and Bane are back to the vertical position as Creed gives Bane 2 fingers to the eyes. Bane holds his eyes as Creed nails a spinning tilt-a-world head scissors takedown. Bane rolls to the outside holding his head and neck. Referee John Dean checks on Bane.
Colin: What a great move by Creed. Bane’s visibly shaken.
Mystery Man: There are no countouts in First Blood Matches
Bane slides back in as Creed attacks him. Creed unleashes some hard hitting punches to Banes Back and neck. Creed picks Bane up and attempts Bitter End but Bane reverses and nails a back body suplex almost folding Creed in half! Creed slowly gets to his feet as Bane hits Baneful Existence! He looks around and knows he has to bust Creed open to win.
Colin: This crowd here at Stranglemania are on their feet. These 2 are puttin' on a clinic out there.
Mystery Man: Bane just cannot put down Creed!
Bane lifts Creed up and attempts Hit N Run but misses as Creed hits The Credo. The Crowd is at a deafening roar at this point. Both men, sensing the end is near, decide to both slide out of the ring and grab a breather and a weapon. Creed slides in with a chair, while Bane slides back in with a kendo stick. They both charge each other and….BANG! Both men connect!
FBI: Double KO! They totally cleaned each other’s clocks with those dueling swings!
Mystery Man: Creed went over the top, smashing Bane right on his head, while Bane swing sidearm and whacked Creed right on the side of his head!
Colin: There’s no way those shots didn’t draw blood…we’re gonna have a winner here!
The ref goes over to each man with the towel. He checks Creed, lifts his head up, wraps the towel around, and miraculously, there’s no blood.
Mystery Man: Unreal! How is Creed not bleeding from that!?
The ref goes to check Bane, raps the towel around their head, and when he pulls it off, you see the telltale splotches of blood, and the ref motions for the bell.
DING DING DING
Nina: Your winner of the match…..CREED!!!
FBI: Helluva match…and Creed has to definitely be in FSW title contention now!
Colin: I agree. If they’re not the next contender, I dunno who could be?
Mystery Man: Well, the word I’m getting from FSW GM James Tyson is that there will be an announcement about the #1 Contendership at FSW 36 in Idaho, and I’d bet Creed will factor heavily into that announcement.
Creed's theme cut off with the sound of record scratching before it transitioned into "I Am The Fire". The crowd cheered at the familiar theme and even more as Shelley Silver walked out onto the stage, microphone in hand.
Hanks: Well there is a pretty face that I haven't seen in awhile.
Mystery Man: You don't pay attention to Rampage, do you?
Hanks: They have shows other than the pay-per-views?
FBI: Just look at the eye candy, kid.
Shelley grinned as her music faded out, bringing the microphone up to her lips.
Shelley: Hello Los Angeles!
She chuckled as the cheers grew even louder.
Shelley: So I take it you've missed me? I will admit, it's been a minute since I have made an appearance on a pay-per-view event.
Shelley paused as she looked down to the ring.
Shelley: Don't hurry to get to the back on my account, boys. In fact… Hello, Nathan.
Kristian Bane raised an eyebrow as Creed whipped his head into Shelley's direction.
Mystery Man: Oh! I know what this is about.
Hanks: Who the hell is Nathan?
Mystery Man: Just listen to the lady, Colin.
Shelley took a deep breath before continuing.
Shelley: Remember me, Creed? It's been a long time. I was beginning to think that you were never coming back. But then I heard about this new guy on Future Stars of Wrestling that is already two and oh, going by the name of Creed. So I did a little research. Turns out, you are just the person that I have been looking for. I'd like for everyone to take a trip down memory lane with me…
Shelley pointed up at the tron as the Night of Champions XII logo came up on the screen before going into a video of the end of the United States Title match.
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LDK kneels down and then punches Creed right in the forehead and then elbows him and stomps on his head and drags him and sits him in the corner and he grabs a chair and then he runs and puts the chair on his legs and dropkicks Creed in the head with the chair! Creed is bleeding and Silver is getting helped up by Hanks and she thanks him and rolls in and runs into a chair shot from LDK! LDK grabs Silver and underhooks her arms and lifts her up and underhook piledrives her onto the chair!
Colin Hanks: HEY! THAT'S NOT RIGHT! SHE'S INNOCENT! COME ON SOMEBODY HELP HER!
Mystery Man: Jesus christ, stop crying over a piledriver on a chair. It's a zombie, not like he can perfectly execute the move.
Colin Hanks: IT'S STILL NOT RIGHT! NOBODY SHOULD DO THAT TO A WOMAN!
Mystery Man sighs and then they move on to the action.
LDK rolls over Silver and goes for the cover and Turner counts.
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Nathan Creed breaks the pin and stomps on LDK and starts beating him down and lifts LDK to his feet and holds his arm and brings LDK to him and he hits him with the Battle Cry! LDK is out cold!
Colin Hanks: YEAH! DO IT! BEAT HIM UP CREED! BEAT HIM UP!
Mystery Man: Well, Creed has hit the Battle Cry looking to end this.
Creed climbs the top rope and he taunts as LDK is down and Silver pushes Creed off the top rope! Silver climbs the top rope and frog splashes LDK!
Mystery Man: FROG SPLASH! FROG SPLASH! COULD SHE DO IT! WILL SILVER PULL OUT THE UNDER DOG MOVE AND WIN?!?!
Colin Hanks: Please win Silver, please win!
Before Silver can pin LDK, Creed pulls Silver out and she ducks the Battle Cry! Silver runs and spears Creed! Silver rolls in and LDK is making his way up and Silver hits him with the Falling Rain! Silver goes for the cover and Turner counts.
Colin Hanks: COME ON SILVER! YOU GOT THIS! YOU'RE GONNA WIN!
Mystery Man: SILVER IS GOING FOR THE COVER, WILL SHE WIN?
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Colin Hanks: YES! SHE DID IT! SILVER WON!
Mystery Man: SILVER IS THE CHAMP! SILVER DID IT FOR FN'R! SILVER DID IT FOR FN'R!
Then the camera goes to the FN'R locker room who is clapping and celebrating for SS then she grabs the EWC US Title and celebrates with the fans.
Emmanuele Chriqui: Here's your winner and NEW!! EWC UNITED STATES CHAAAMPIIOOONNNN, SHELLLYYYYYYYYY SIIIIILVVVVEEEEEEEEEEERRRRR!
Mystery Man: Silver has shown a lot in this match and these 3 wrestlers fought there all but somehow Silver won!
Colin Hanks: HEY! THAT'S NOT RIGHT! SHE'S INNOCENT! COME ON SOMEBODY HELP HER!
Mystery Man: Jesus christ, stop crying over a piledriver on a chair. It's a zombie, not like he can perfectly execute the move.
Colin Hanks: IT'S STILL NOT RIGHT! NOBODY SHOULD DO THAT TO A WOMAN!
Mystery Man sighs and then they move on to the action.
LDK rolls over Silver and goes for the cover and Turner counts.
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Nathan Creed breaks the pin and stomps on LDK and starts beating him down and lifts LDK to his feet and holds his arm and brings LDK to him and he hits him with the Battle Cry! LDK is out cold!
Colin Hanks: YEAH! DO IT! BEAT HIM UP CREED! BEAT HIM UP!
Mystery Man: Well, Creed has hit the Battle Cry looking to end this.
Creed climbs the top rope and he taunts as LDK is down and Silver pushes Creed off the top rope! Silver climbs the top rope and frog splashes LDK!
Mystery Man: FROG SPLASH! FROG SPLASH! COULD SHE DO IT! WILL SILVER PULL OUT THE UNDER DOG MOVE AND WIN?!?!
Colin Hanks: Please win Silver, please win!
Before Silver can pin LDK, Creed pulls Silver out and she ducks the Battle Cry! Silver runs and spears Creed! Silver rolls in and LDK is making his way up and Silver hits him with the Falling Rain! Silver goes for the cover and Turner counts.
Colin Hanks: COME ON SILVER! YOU GOT THIS! YOU'RE GONNA WIN!
Mystery Man: SILVER IS GOING FOR THE COVER, WILL SHE WIN?
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Colin Hanks: YES! SHE DID IT! SILVER WON!
Mystery Man: SILVER IS THE CHAMP! SILVER DID IT FOR FN'R! SILVER DID IT FOR FN'R!
Then the camera goes to the FN'R locker room who is clapping and celebrating for SS then she grabs the EWC US Title and celebrates with the fans.
Emmanuele Chriqui: Here's your winner and NEW!! EWC UNITED STATES CHAAAMPIIOOONNNN, SHELLLYYYYYYYYY SIIIIILVVVVEEEEEEEEEEERRRRR!
Mystery Man: Silver has shown a lot in this match and these 3 wrestlers fought there all but somehow Silver won!
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Shelley looked down for a moment as the camera focused on her once more.
Shelley: That was quite a night, huh? First of all, I would like to apologize, Creed. I personally feel that there is no honor if you don't defeat the previous champion before claiming the title for yourself. At the end of the day, I did win and became EWC United States Champion for the first time. So I'm not really complaining. Not in the slightest. There is just something that I have been wondering ever since that night. I'm sure that it's even crossed your mind at least once or twice since then.
Shelley paused, letting a little suspense build.
Shelley: What if that match had been one-on-one? What if it had just been me and you? Would I still have won? Maybe you could have pulled it out and extended your championship reign. At the very least, you should have gotten a rematch. Now I don't currently hold the United States Championship. No, that distinction lies with my very good friend, Griffin Hawkins.
Shelley grinned as the crowd exploded at the mere mentioning of Griffin's name. She slightly raised her voice to continue over them.
Shelley: And Griffin happens to have a match of his own tonight. He is in the main event against Drake for the Undisputed Championship.
Shelley rolled her eyes as the cheers got even louder at the mention of Drake.
Shelley: So what do you say, Creed? Me and you? Just to see who would have won had we not been forced to deal with that putrid excuse for a wrestler.
Shelley sighed, shaking her head.
Shelley: You missed a lot while you were away, Creed. I'll fill you in sometime. I don't need an answer right away. Just think on it for a bit. To everyone else, thank you for sticking around the StrangleMania Freeview. There is still time to get in on the show. So act now!
Shelley grinned and waved, blowing a kiss at Creed before disappearing back behind the curtain.
PRE-RECORDING • | [Farewell Xplode | Emma Louise]
"You know the funny thing, Xplode? I passed you in the hall on the way here. We actually had a chat about the traffic just before I came in to the room I sit in now.
My earliest memory of you is not from EWC. No. We ran into each other at a show in North Carolina back in 2013. You probably don't remember it but it was one of my earliest matches with a big company and my opponent was you.
Now you won and I lost and I know that probably surprises nobody but that match with you inspired me. I fought you and I gave it my all. We fought in the ring, out of the ring and all over. I like to think that match inspired me to be the woman. NO. It inspired me to be the wrestler I am today here in EWC. I'd also go as far to bet next month's shoe budget that there is a ton of guys in the back that had are here because you inspired them.
Now you have won titles and had great matches but I like to think that being the inspiration for an entire roster is the best legacy to have and it is YOUR legacy. EWC's future is secure and there are people coming through FSW, Rampage and here on Brawl because you inspired them. So thank you.
Oh, and at the risk of turning this into a shoot, I also want to thank you for all the Creations that brightened my day. I still have one that you did to this day. So thank you for those, for the matches. Thank you for being my inspiration. I will truly miss you."
She blows a kiss at the camera and we fade to black.
"You know the funny thing, Xplode? I passed you in the hall on the way here. We actually had a chat about the traffic just before I came in to the room I sit in now.
My earliest memory of you is not from EWC. No. We ran into each other at a show in North Carolina back in 2013. You probably don't remember it but it was one of my earliest matches with a big company and my opponent was you.
Now you won and I lost and I know that probably surprises nobody but that match with you inspired me. I fought you and I gave it my all. We fought in the ring, out of the ring and all over. I like to think that match inspired me to be the woman. NO. It inspired me to be the wrestler I am today here in EWC. I'd also go as far to bet next month's shoe budget that there is a ton of guys in the back that had are here because you inspired them.
Now you have won titles and had great matches but I like to think that being the inspiration for an entire roster is the best legacy to have and it is YOUR legacy. EWC's future is secure and there are people coming through FSW, Rampage and here on Brawl because you inspired them. So thank you.
Oh, and at the risk of turning this into a shoot, I also want to thank you for all the Creations that brightened my day. I still have one that you did to this day. So thank you for those, for the matches. Thank you for being my inspiration. I will truly miss you."
She blows a kiss at the camera and we fade to black.
PRE-RECORDING • | [Farewell Xplode | Shadow Man]
"To me, Xplode is that once every ten years types of talent. McDavid, Crosby, Gretzky .. Jordan, Kobe, LeBron. Guys who come in and just take over. The talent is that good. Xplode commands attention without even doing anything. He is an absolute legend in this game and will go down as the greatest of all time. People have that debate in football and in all sports really. Who was the greatest player? Greatest QB? There is no debate here. Who was the greatest wrestler of all time? Jaden. Hands down. He will be missed but never forgotten. Love you my friend. Mad, super gay and erotic love"
"To me, Xplode is that once every ten years types of talent. McDavid, Crosby, Gretzky .. Jordan, Kobe, LeBron. Guys who come in and just take over. The talent is that good. Xplode commands attention without even doing anything. He is an absolute legend in this game and will go down as the greatest of all time. People have that debate in football and in all sports really. Who was the greatest player? Greatest QB? There is no debate here. Who was the greatest wrestler of all time? Jaden. Hands down. He will be missed but never forgotten. Love you my friend. Mad, super gay and erotic love"
PRE-RECORDING • | [Farewell Xplode | Luke Wolfe]
"Xplode... Jaden Hunter. Wow, what an amazing career you have had. I'm sure there will be tons of people out here to say 'Xplode you're amazing, and hey you're the greatest ever' just blowing smoke, because that's what they want. Well you know me, and I speak nothing but the truth. Jaden, you are, have been, and very well may be the best there ever was. I only had one opportunity to face you in the ring, and you earned my respect, because you put me through Hell. I through everything I had at you, and you were able to do something no one else could... you pinned me for a three count. Though I may have never gotten my chance to take you one one more time, my chance to redeem myself, I still believe that you may very well be the best to ever do it. I do plan on laying claim to that myself someday... but there is no question you have set the bar incredibly high. Before I faced you inside the ring, I thought you were all hype, all show and no go... but I was wrong. You truly are everything you say you are, and when someone can say it and back it up, they have my utmost respect. I bid you a fond farewell Xplode, and should someday our paths cross again... make no mistake, I'll be ready, because I'll know exactly the kind of fight I will be in for. My only question is... Is this... is it truly... Game Over?"
"Xplode... Jaden Hunter. Wow, what an amazing career you have had. I'm sure there will be tons of people out here to say 'Xplode you're amazing, and hey you're the greatest ever' just blowing smoke, because that's what they want. Well you know me, and I speak nothing but the truth. Jaden, you are, have been, and very well may be the best there ever was. I only had one opportunity to face you in the ring, and you earned my respect, because you put me through Hell. I through everything I had at you, and you were able to do something no one else could... you pinned me for a three count. Though I may have never gotten my chance to take you one one more time, my chance to redeem myself, I still believe that you may very well be the best to ever do it. I do plan on laying claim to that myself someday... but there is no question you have set the bar incredibly high. Before I faced you inside the ring, I thought you were all hype, all show and no go... but I was wrong. You truly are everything you say you are, and when someone can say it and back it up, they have my utmost respect. I bid you a fond farewell Xplode, and should someday our paths cross again... make no mistake, I'll be ready, because I'll know exactly the kind of fight I will be in for. My only question is... Is this... is it truly... Game Over?"
The scene cuts to an unknown section of the LA Memorial Coliseum. Catharsis is leaning against a mesh fence, hands crossed at his chest. He stares silently for a moment, then points behind the camera…and speaks.
Catharsis: There it is fellas, and it sits in anticipation of us. Such a simple device, with a clear-cut purpose. All we need to do is grab it, climb it, and take what’s ours. 13 steps … that’s all that stands between our dreams & aspirations. Just look at it, so unassuming and yet, so beautiful."
The camera turns around to show the reason for Catharsis statement. A fully erect ladder stands idle in the corner. Catharsis pushes himself away from the fencing and moves towards the ladder.
Catharsis: “Why do I have to wait until the match, when success is looking me right in the eye?”
Catharsis grabs the side of the ladder and pulls it away from the corner, dragging it to the center of the room. He moves to the front and puts his foot on the bottom rung.
Catharsis: "Let’s give the people a preview of what’s to come."
Catharsis begin to ascend the ladder, but a voice from off-screen stops his progress. He steps down and turns to see Chase Rex and Valerie Lennox.
Valerie: "It’s a little late for Catharsis to be spinning fairy tales, innit?"
Chase Rex: "Damn sure seems that way."
Chase moves forward and stands toe to toe with Catharsis, whose smirk has been replaced with a dead stare. The tension builds to a fever pitch, but its suddenly broken with a different voice. Amis Shelton walks on-screen resting his arm against one of the ladders rungs and looking towards Catharsis and Chase.
Amis Shelton: "You two fucks really think you stand a chance? Hey you might as well beat the shit out of one another now, that way we can wrap this match up early and I can prep for my International Championship title shot.”
Chase: “Amis I guarantee that after Catharsis and I finish, you and I are gonna settle up, crystal?”
Amis Shelton: “You plan on unleashing your bodyguard over there on me? Because neither one of you has the balls to stand in my way.”
Catharsis: “So, what are we waiting for, we can wrap this up right now. Let’s get a little ultra-violent, shall we?”
Amis starts to move towards Chase and Catharsis, just as EWC personnel rush in to break them up. All three men continues to throw expletives at one other, with their eyes set on the ladder still standing in the center of the room.
Tag Team Championships
Cage of Death Match
Cage of Death Match
Moors Murders
Vs Royal Court
Vs Legion
Colin Hanks: Well that was certainly interesting .. it seems those three are already wanting to get things started here tonight, and who can blame them. This is the biggest stage of them all, legends are made on nights like this .. and we are about to get this started off the right way. The tag titles are on the line. Ladies and Gentleman welcome to StrangleMania XIIVs Royal Court
Vs Legion
HUN-TER
HUN-TER
HUN-TER
FBI: One of the greatest tag teams in EWC history take on Moors Murders and Royal Court.
Mystery Man: One year ago today Gabreal Martin won the tag titles with Mark Storm he may have a new partner, but he has not lost the belt. Now he and Luke defend against the two top teams in EWC inside a steel cage with beds of weapons at ringside!
Nina Dobrev: The following triple threat tag team contest is scheduled for one fall and is the special cage of death match for the EWC World Tag Team Championships!!!!!
‘A Box Full of Sharp Objects’ by The Used begins to play through the arena as red lights cover the crowd and smoke fills the stage.
Nina Dobrev: Introducing first
As the lyrics begin, Harvey Yorke emerges from the smoke dressed in a black wool coat, Toni Gunn following close behind in her own red and black button-down. As Harvey drops to one knee and lets out a yell, Toni flips off the crowd with both hands, and we see just barely through the smoke the Kray Twins stood either side of her.
Nina Dorev From North Yorkshire, England, accompanied by Ricki and Rebecca Kray, they are the team of Toni Gunn and Harvey Yorke…The Moors Murders!
The duo march down the ramp, Harvey glaring at the crowd whilst Toni goes out of her way to verbally harass a select few fans. Harvey enters the ring first, jumping the ropes and landing with his arms held out at his sides. As he goes to the team’s corner, removing his coat, Toni enters the ring under the bottom rope. She mimics Harvey by holding her arms out to the sides, soaking in the ‘appreciation’ of the fans with a sinister smirk on her face. The Kray Twins settle down at ringside as Toni takes off her button-down, teases throwing it into the crowd, and then throws it down to her managers outside. The Moors Murders remain in their corner, discussing tactics and preparing for the match.
Come with me come blasting over the speaker as the smoke clear standing on top are Freddie Styles and Jason Hunter. They are wearing their leather jacket that will have their playing card display on their back walking down to the ramp playing a bit to the fan. They get inside of the ring take off their jacket and then toss it to the side getting ready for the match.
Nina Dobrev: And their opponents Freddie Styles and Jason J. Hunter they are The Royal Court!!!!!
From a dead silence we hear hear the distorted voice say
"Our name is Legion, for we are many..."
Cutting directly to ""Immortalized" by Disturbed as it roars through the arena, as smoke fills the stage, to mostly boos from the sold out arena. After a few moments the smoke dissipates, revealing Legion standing tall. Luke Wolfe on the Left, Gabriel Martin in the middle with both Tag Team Championship belts hanging on each shoulder, snapped behind his neck, and Annabelle off to the right. The three soak in the crowd reaction, each in their own way as they slowly look back at one another. The three meet in the middle and slowly begin their decent down the rampway.
Nina Dobrev: And now introducing their opponents, from everywhere across the globe, they are the
EWC WORLD TAG TEAM CHAMPIONS!!! LEGION!!!
At the base of the ring, the three stand as one staring down their opponents. Gabriel points to the challengers standing in the ring, and gives the throat slash motion. The three separate, going to three separate sides of the ring. Each of them get on the apron, and slowly enter the ring. Annabelle enters first sliding under the bottom rope like a snake.
Gabriel removes the Tag Titles from his shoulders and lays them down on the mat between the champions and the challengers, as a metaphorical line in the sand. Gabriel and Luke each ascend a turnbuckle while Annabelle stands in the center of the ring.
The three step down, as the champions stay in the ring, and Annabelle steps to the outside.
The ref gets ready to call for the bell when Michael Saint appears on the tron.
Michael Saint: You know this is the biggest show of the year and I want to get it started with a bang. Literally. I know that it is late notice, but I want you six to know that this is not just your normal Cage of Death Match. After some serious discussion with people this is now an Exploding Ring Cage of Death Match. That ring is rigged to explode at some point in time. Instead of telling you now and spoiling the surprise I will be back when it is about to go off to count you all down so maybe you can get to safety. Thank you and have fun.
DING DING DING!!!
The bell rings and our tag team championship contest is underway! The six participants stare at the structure that they are being forced to compete in. Moors Murders and Royal Court nod at one another before bum rushing the tag team champs. Moors Murders go after Luke and the Court go after Gabreal. Luke eats a double team suplex from Moors Murders while Gabe gets beeled over the top to the area between the cage and the ring. The tag champs are both eating stomps before Moors Murders go for a cover, but Freddie Styles breaks the pin up. The Freddie pairs of with Toni as Luke is up and starts to trade shots with Harvey with Luke getting an upper hand. Jason has Gabe and is already raking his face across the cage causing him to start bleeding.
Jason picks up Gabe and goes to whip him into the cage, but Gabe reverses and Jason eats it. Freddie goes to slam Toni over the top to the outside, but she gets out. Toni then dropkicks Freddie to the outside. Toni goes to help her tag partner hitting Luke from behind. Toni has Luke's arms tied up and Harvey lays in a few shots. Toni tosses Luke to Harvey who sets up for The Ultraviolence, but Gabe is in the ring preventing that from happening. Toni charges Gabe who sends her to the outside before hitting a double dropkick to Harvey with Luke. The tag champs catch their breathes not seeing that Royal Court behind them with chairs. The champs turn around and CRACK!!!! both of them get ear shattering chair shots to the head.
Colin Hanks: Jesus christ almighty! Did you hear the sound of the steel chair connecting with the heads of our tag team champions!
FBI: I sure as hell did hear that. Freddie Styles and Jason Hunter should be ashamed they did something truly horrible to our tag team champions. The greatest tag team in the history of this company.
Mystery Man: Well too damn bad for our tag team champions. I will agree that Luke and Gabe have been an interesting team to say the least. Since they got on the same page they have become a lot more dangerous in my opinion. That being said we all knew what this match would end up like. A match inside of a cage filled with beds of weapons and just now announced by Saint himself the ring is rigged to explode. All six of them knew what they were getting into. So a freaking chair shot is honestly the least of these two men's problems I have a feeling.
FBI: It still doesn't sit well with me.
Colin Hanks: Take it up with the boss.
Freddie and Jason each cover one of the tag team champs
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both pins are broken up by the Moors Murders!
The Moors Murders and Royal Court are trading shots. Jason has Toni and slams her to the mat as Freddie does the same to Harvey. Jason picks up Toni who nails a stunner out of nowhere. Toni takes a pad off of one of the turnbuckles. Harvey up and Freddie goes for The Ballgame, but Harvey dodges and then whips Freddie to Toni who gives him a Lobotomy into the exposed steel turnbuckle busting Freddie open! Toni covers Freddie
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broken up by Gabreal Martin!
Harvey grabs Gabe from behind who swings at him, but Harvey catches the punch before snapping the fingers of Gabreal Martin!!! The now bloody after the chair shot Luke Wolfe goes up and tries to hit Harvey who catches the hand of Luke before snapping his fingers! The tag champs are on their hands and knees on the mat. Toni holds the tag champs by the head as Harvey walks over and starts to stomp on the fingers of the two men alternating between them a few times before Freddie comes behind Harvey and gives him a reverse mat slam using barbwire. Toni comes to help her partner, but she gets a clothesline from Jason who has his arm wrapped in barbwire busting her open. Freddie wraps his barbwire around the his arm and grinds it into the face of Harvey causing him to bleed. Jason goes to the middle rope and comes off with a flying forearm drop to he face of Harvey with this barbwire wrapped arm! Cover
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broken up by Luke Wolfe!!!!!!
Gabreal puts a pane of glass into the ring propping it in a corner. The tag champs attempt to throw Freddie through the glass, but Jason saves him. The Court and Legion trading punches. Luke charges at Freddie with a cactus clothesline sending both men over. Gabe with a DDT to Jason. Jason crawls to up the glass to his feet and out of nowhere Gabreal with a Boma-Ye to the back of Jason's head putting both of them through the pane of glass!
Colin Hanks: Good lord that was like a damn car crash. What in the hell was Gabreal Martin thinking there!
FBI: Well you all said that we should expect violence here right? That is what you just saw from Gabreal Martin. Pure unadulterated violence. Gabreal Martin has as of today been a tag champion for full year and he will do whatever it takes to keep that title. As you just saw he is willing to put his own well being at stake to get the win.
Mystery Man: FBI I love how you change your colors when it is Gabreal doing the overly violent shit to others instead of having it done to him. I will give Gabreal this though, he is willing to damn near die to keep his title it looks like. That kind of dedication is rarely seen in the business anymore. An old saying goes that "he has more guts than brains", well that is the best way for us to describe anyone who would do something like that in a match.
Gabreal slowly gets to his feet before putting an arm over Jason
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broken up by Toni Gunn!
Gabreal is the first to his feet and charges at Toni who connects with a straight right hand that puts down Gabreal. Jason is up and Toni sets up for The Concussion Driver, but Jason is able to fight out. Freddie slingshots into the ring and is able to connect with Dat Remix on Toni. Luke Wolfe springboards into the ring and connects with a flying forearm to Freddie. Harvey York is in the ring and as Luke gets to his feet Harvey connects with The Gravedancer to Luke! Harvey covers!
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broken up by Gabreal Martin!
Gabreal to his feet and Jason attempts a Superkick, but Gabe dodges and connects with one of his own. Gabreal rolls out and gets a light tube before rolling back in. Gabe has the tube overhead and is stalking Jason, but from behind Freddie hits a low blow saving his partner! Harvey grabs Freddie from behind going for The Ultraviolence, but Freddie fights out and connects with a pele kick. Freddie up and gets a superkick from Gabreal. Toni up and she eats a Superkick from Jason! Jason turns around and Gabe goes for a superkick that Jason dodges before hitting a snap suplex. Luke goes for a round house, but Jason dodges and drops him with a DDT. Jason puts the light tubes over the body of Luke.
Jason slowly starts to go up top not seeing that Annabelle has entered the cage. Jason is up top, but before can leap off Annabelle spits red mist into his eyes causing Jason to crotch himself! Luke and Gabe are up. The tag champs go over and grab Jason and give him a double slam off the top onto the light tubes as the refs are forcing Annabelle out of cage much to her anger and dismay.
Colin Hanks: That's right get her ass out of here. We do not need that sort of thing in this match. If our tag team champs are that good they can do it on their own.
FBI: How dare you! Annabelle is a great lady and deserves to be able to help her man.
Mystery Man: Well I sure as hell do not like it either. I am getting beyond tired of the interference on the behalf of Legion from that young lady. If I were GM she would not have a job.
Gabreal mounts Jason before pulling a rail road spike out of his tights. Gabe starts to dig at the face of Jason for a few moments before getting off and letting Luke go for a pin
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broken up by Freddie Styles!
Freddie with series of shots to Gabe getting him on wobbly legs. Freddie goes for The Ballgame, but Gabe dodges and when Freddie turns around he gets a double low blow from the tag champs! Harvey and Toni back in the ring and take down the champs with stereo thez presses. Moors Murders pound away at the champs a bit before getting off. Moors Murders off the ropes and each hit one of the tag champs with big splashes!
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kickout by the two members of Legion!
Harvey stalks Gabe as he gets up and when Gabe is to his hands and knees Harvey goes for The Gravedancer, but Gabe dodges and Harvey turns around into Dat Remix from Freddie who rolls out of the ring. Gabe charges Jason who connects with a superkick who then rolls to the outside! Luke and Toni start to trade shots with Luke getting the better when the lights go out! The lights come back on and a masked person stands in the ring between Luke and Toni holding a chair. The person takes off the mask to reveal Olivia Saint. Luke drops down falling on his ass as he gets threatened by Olivia.
FBI: Get her out of there! That woman has a personal issue with Luke Wolfe she will take his damn head off.
Colin Hanks: I am sure she will and he will deserve it after what he did to her.
Olivia rears back with the chair and goes hard left putting down Toni Gunn. A clearly thrilled Luke gets to his feet as Olivia goes over to help Gabreal as Luke gets out of the ring. Olivia grabs Jason from behind as he gets in the ring with a pair of boards of barbwire and JAson breaks her grip and drops her with The Hunter Drop Zone!!!!!!!
FBI: No fair! I call foul!
Colin Hanks: For the second time tonight someone came to the aid of our tag team champs. Olivia just happened to get taken out for her trouble.
Mystery Man: This is intense. Who know what is going to happen here.
Luke rolls back in with a table as Freddie gets back in the ring with table of his own. Jason slams Gabreal on one board of barbwire before putting the other on top of Gabreal. Freddie sets up his table before lighting it on fire. Luke has put Toni on his table and goes to the apron as Freddie puts Harvey Yorke on the top and Jason goes up top himself. Luke Wolfe springboards in with a 450 Splash as Jason comes off the top with The Hunter Score sandwhiching Gabreal between the two boards of barbwire! Freddie is setting up Harvey for superplex, but Harvey fights him off and hits The Ultraviolence off the top though the flaming table!!! All six competitors lie on the mat not moving as Michael Saint appears on the ramp.
Michael Saint: Five
Four
Three
Two
One!
KABOOM!!!!!!!!!!!
The ring explosion goes off with all six still in the ring. After what seems like forever the smoke clears enough to see that Harvey Yorke is covering Freddie Styles!!!!!
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DING DING DING!!!
Nina Dobrev: Here are your winners and NEW EWC TAG TEAM CHAMPIONS HARVEY YORKE AND TONI GUNN THE MOORS MURDERS!!!
Colin Hanks: Holy shit we have new tag team champions!
FBI: I once again call foul the champs did not get beat here.
Mystery Man: Well that is just how this sort of match works. I am thrilled to see those two knocked off their perch. Ding dong the witch is dead and we have new tag team champions!
The ref hands the bloodied and beaten new tag champs their belts and they celebrate as we go backstage
Backstage, we see a television with March Madness highlights playing. A man sits alone in the room watching from a swivel chair, his back turned to the camera.
Voice: This is my favourite time of the year, where anything can happen, where dreams come true…
The man turns in the chair to face the camera, and the crowd cheers at the reveal.
Ace King: ...And where history can be made.
King leans back in his chair; there’s a level of calm unheard in his voice for a long time. He gazes into the camera, and the normal intensity is also replaced by a more calm vibe.
Ace King: It’s also a time where lots of things, both good and bad, can penetrate the mind, and perceptions can change rather quickly.
‘The Gambler’ looks away from the camera for a moment, then shakes his head with a scoff before turning back to the March Madness highlights; the camera tilts to get a side profile.
Ace King: Look at these kids; there’s ecstasy when everything goes right, only to turn to agony when they see their hopes and dreams get ripped away. It’s soul-crushing, and it’s not a fun place to be, trust me.
King pauses to take a sip of water as more classic NCAA Tournament highlights roll on the television.
Ace King: Rarely do I apologize for wearing my heart on my sleeve, but I do understand there are times where I need to reel myself in. Now, what some might have called whining and crying in recent days… And in looking back, I can certainly see where the sentiment comes from… I prefer to think of it as letting my passion for all of this get the best of me, which I’m certainly guilty of on occasion.
The crowd is a bit confused at King’s tangent; ‘The Gambler’ wipes his brow before returning his focus to the camera, his signature intensity slowly returning.
Ace King: With that said, the one thing NOBODY can say about me is that my thoughts don’t come from an honest place, and the one thing I will NEVER do is apologize for wanting the best for myself, though not to the point of feeling entitled. I’m always the first to make concessions and acknowledgments while stating the facts, and I’ve never resorted to dirty tricks to get a leg up, yet I can’t help but feeling left behind sometimes.
King takes another drink of his water and bows his head; when he speaks again, it’s in a more hushed tone.
Ace King: The Fear of Missing Out… It’s heavy with me, and it can drive me to places I wouldn’t wish on my worst enemy. You see, just about everyone else has something to fall back on outside the wrestling business, whether it’s family, another interest, or both; I don’t have any of that. This is my lifeblood, this is my livelihood, THIS IS ME!
The crowd roars as ‘The Gambler’ bellows the last line; the familiar intensity is back in full force, and the camera zooms in so it’s just King’s head and shoulders in the shot.
Ace King: I think I’ve made it pretty clear that I will go to HELL AND BACK if it means seizing an opportunity that may never come again, and I can’t stop now. That’s why I am the way I am, that’s why I get fired up the way I do, and in tonight’s Money in the Bank Ladder Match… It’s why I will be DAMNED if I let anyone else stand atop that ladder. Bet On It.
King downs the rest of his water, puts his headphones on, then tosses his empty bottle in a trash can before leaving the room to begin final preparations for his match.
PRE-RECORDING • | [Farewell Xplode | Drake]
"Jaden... despite the wars that we have waged, you have become a sort of mentor to me. Seeing how you handle yourself in the ring, your commitment to excellence, and your never give up attitude has been very motivational. You have set the standard for what a EWC Champion is. Thank you for what you have done for this sport, and for what you have done for the industry. You once said, "It may not be today, or tomorrow, but I always do what I say I will do."
Well, Mate..... you did it. Carpe Diem."
"Jaden... despite the wars that we have waged, you have become a sort of mentor to me. Seeing how you handle yourself in the ring, your commitment to excellence, and your never give up attitude has been very motivational. You have set the standard for what a EWC Champion is. Thank you for what you have done for this sport, and for what you have done for the industry. You once said, "It may not be today, or tomorrow, but I always do what I say I will do."
Well, Mate..... you did it. Carpe Diem."
PRE-RECORDING • | [Farewell Xplode | Jay Cee]
"Words can't describe my respect for Xplode. He is up there sitting comfortably with the EWC greats. Personally he has given me the greatest matches of my career, I lost them, but they were great matches.
I am lucky enough to have wrestled him, I am lucky enough to know him. He will have my eternal respect. Good luck buddy and all the best for the future."
"Words can't describe my respect for Xplode. He is up there sitting comfortably with the EWC greats. Personally he has given me the greatest matches of my career, I lost them, but they were great matches.
I am lucky enough to have wrestled him, I am lucky enough to know him. He will have my eternal respect. Good luck buddy and all the best for the future."
PRE-RECORDING • | [Farewell Xplode | Prince]
"You paved the way for guys like me to have a chance. When I look at your legacy, and what you were able to carve out for yourself, you are the undisputed greatest of all time. I hope to have half the career you do and if I'm lucky, end up in the Hall of Fame just like you will. Enjoy retirement."
"You paved the way for guys like me to have a chance. When I look at your legacy, and what you were able to carve out for yourself, you are the undisputed greatest of all time. I hope to have half the career you do and if I'm lucky, end up in the Hall of Fame just like you will. Enjoy retirement."
Triple Threat #1 Contender for
International Championship Ladder Match
International Championship Ladder Match
Chase Rex
Vs Amis Shelton
Vs Catharsis
Mystery Man: And now it's time for the #1 Contenders' Match for the International Championship!Vs Amis Shelton
Vs Catharsis
Colin Hanks: This is bound to be a mess. But a lovely mess!
FBI: Here comes Catharsis!
Nina Dobrev: Ladies and Gentlement, the following contest is a LADDER MATCH for the #1 Contender spot for the International Championship! Introducing first, from Tokyo, Japan, weighing in tonight at 210 pounds ... CATHAAAAARSIS!!!
The guitar riff of Mouths Like Sidewinder Missiles streaks across the speakers like a mad flame as the lights pulsate and flicker. A figure emerges through the curtain with a determined and melodic pace. He stands at the ramp entrance, looking over the crowd with a sly smirk. As the guitar solo breaks, he tilts his head back, extends both arms with clenched fist, and releases a primal scream in sync with the one roaring from the speakers. "Mouth like Sidewinder Missiles" commands the crowds, and the roar of approval from the masses drives him to the ring. Catharsis makes his way to the ring, the smirk never wavering, his head nodding in approval. He slides under the bottom rope, jumps to his feet and rushes the turnbuckle, leaping to the second rung. As the song transitions into another guitar solo, he sits down atop the top, drops his head momentarily in silence respect, then explode up with both arms to each side, screaming to the crowd once more. He steps down to the mat, and stands ready.
Nina Dobrev: And now .... hailing from Springfield Illinois, weighing in at 200 pounds ... AMIS 'FN' SHELTOOOOOON!!!!
The lights in the arena dim, causing the fans in the arena to murmur amongst themselves.. The murmurs cease when the beginning of Killswitch Engage's 'End of Heartache' hits the speakers.
"Seek me, call me.
I'll be waiting..."
As the scream kicks in, Amis Shelton emerges from behind the curtain to a chorus of boos from the capacity crowd! The boos are met with a look of disdain from Amis as he nonchalantly strolls down the ramp towards the ring.
Amis climbs onto the apron and hops over the top rope and climbs a turnbuckle, aggressively outstretching his arms which generates more boos from the fans. Amis throws out insults to the crowd members before climbing off the turnbuckle and warming up on the spot.
Nina Dobrev: And finally ... hailing from Birmingham, England ... he weighs in tonight at 210 pounds ... ladies and gentlemen ... CHAAAASE REEEEEEEEEEX!!!
Mystery Man: Look at all the damn ladders around here!
FBI: What did you expect?
Colin Hanks: Shut up and let's goooooo!!!
DING DING DING
All three men circle around the ring, eyeing eachother carefully. Chase starts to talk trash to both of them, pushing Amis first and then Catharsis, pointing at them and riling them up, before flipping them off and leaving the ring. Without any other choice, Amis and Catharsis square up and tie up in a collar and elbow tie up. Amis gains the upper hand, goes behind Catharsis and then lands a few stiff forearm shots before wrapping his arms around his waist again and squeezing the air out of him. Catharsis tries to get out of it, but to no avail as Amis’ grip is too strong and he’s too clever and experienced in these predicaments to allow an easy exit.
Mystery Man: Great defense here by Amis. Or is it offense?
Colin Hanks: I’m just entertained by Rex there. He’s letting those two guys slug it out and I bet he’ll pick up what’s left right?
FBI: Of course he would, he’s the only one in this with half a brain. I'm just shocked these dummies are fighting in the ring, instead of going for these ladders.
Colin Hanks: It's too early in the match, man.
Catharsis runs backwards as Amis’ back hits the ropes only to gain enough momentum in order to run forward into the other side of the ring, hit the ropes, grab them and fling Amis off his back. Amis does a back roll and pops to his feet, charging at Catharsis who lands a stiff elbow to Amis’ chin. Catharsis then rushes Amis who leap frogs over him. Catharsis bounces off the ropes and slides between Amis’ legs.
Catharsis gets on his feet and dropkicks Amis in the back, sending him in into the corner. Amis clutches his rib cage as Catharsis shoves him into the corner again and starts working him with stuff punches, elbows, forearms and kicks. Amis blocks most of the head shots, but there’s little he can do about the body shots.
Colin Hanks: Someone looks pissed.
FBI: Someone looks desperate. That’s not an accurate wrestler, it’s a cat fight.
Mystery Man: Oh give the guy a break, he’s on the offense, what do you expect him to do?
FBI: Be more offensive.
Catharsis feels the crowd buzzing with every shot he lands and decides to take a moment to soak it in. It was a mistake though, as Amis quickly hopped on the second turnbuckle and managed to leap off of it, landing a rough looking flying elbow to Catharsis which sends him crashing on the floor. Amis then runs at the ropes and nails Catharsis with a shining wizard.
It wasn’t quite enough to put him down. Just when Amis pops back to his feet, we can see that Rex is back in the ring. He spins Amis around, kicks him in the gut and lays him out with a vicious DDT. Immediately he follows up with some stiff punches to Amis’ head, trying to open him up. The ref does a quick count to 4, as Chase moves on to work on Catharsis in the exact same way. Once the ref breaks that up as well, he rises and bows to the crowd, before leaving the ring again.
Mystery Man: Oh here he goes again! Someone count him out!
FBI: No count outs in Ladder Matches, dummy. You should know that.
Colin Hanks: Do something at least, this is ridiculous.
FBI: Oh, sorry, are you mad at the fact that Rex is the first wrestler in 30 years to figure out the loophole in a triple threat match? Why don’t you go in there and show him how to fight?
Colin Hanks: Nah, I’m good.
As Catharsis and Amis get up to their feet, they quickly start to work on eachother with some punches and kicks, waking eachother up with every shot. Catharsis gains the upper hand by delivering a well placed kick to Amis’ temple which dazes him, before he runs at the ropes and lands a flying clothesline on the former Champion. Amis pops to his feet only to eat another flying clothesline from Catharsis. Catharsis hits the rope for the third time and this time puts a lot more power in his offense, laying Amis out. As soon as Amis’ back hits the floor, Catharsis signals the crowd, letting them know he’s about to attempt Judgement Day.
Colin Hanks: Oh here we go! We haven’t seen this in a while!
FBI: For a good reason.
Mystery Man: It’s too early, he can’t land it.
Amis pops to his feet, turns around, gets a kick in the gut by Catharsis who sets him up for the Powerbomb into Stone Cold Stunner. Catharsis flips him up in the air … but just as he does, Chase Rex slides in the ring with a ladder and nails Catharsis in the stomach. Catharsis doubles over and falls to the mat, as Chase then goes to work on Amis with the ladder. He slams it down his chest a few times, before giving out a huge scream and setting it up in the middle of the ring.
Colin Hanks: What a snake!
Mystery Man: What a smart snake! If this works it’ll be such a genius play by Rex!
FBI: I LOVE THIS KID! Go get that contract young man! Make yourself famous!
Chase starts climbing the ladder as Catharsis also uses it to prop himself up. Chase is almost up, as Catharsis shakes the ladder just enough to make Chase slip and fall down a few steps. Catharsis climbs up, and both men are on the ladder now, climbing up slowly.
Amis is shuffling around on the floor, trying to catch his breath.
Mystery Man: Oh boy! This is coming to a head now!
In the meantime, Amis has Catharsis by the foot! Catharsis quickly kicks Amis in the face, while landing a stiff headbutt to Chase, allowing him to use the second he has to ..
YES! SNATCH THE CONTRACT OFF!!!
DING DING DING
Nina Dobrev: Ladies and gentlemen ... the winner of this match and NEWWW #1 Contender for the International Championship ... CATHAAARSIS!!!
Mystery Man: Rex was so close! God damn! That almost worked!
Colin Hanks: Almost is the keyword here! Catharsis did it! A shot at the International Title! I'm so curious how he'll do against Drake!
FBI: Trust me, we'll find out soon enough!!! We have so much more action coming up next folks!
PRE-RECORDING • | [Farewell Xplode | Tiffani Lopez]
It was a pleasure to see your path of sheer destruction.
It was a pleasure to see your path of sheer destruction.
PRE-RECORDING • | [Farewell Xplode | Kristian Bane]
"If I could say anything about Xplode, it would be the fact that he has raised the bar super high. He has shown the blueprint of what a champion is. A great example to up and coming talent. A man I admire and respect in my short time here. Here's to a stress-less retirement. Thank you for all you have done."
"If I could say anything about Xplode, it would be the fact that he has raised the bar super high. He has shown the blueprint of what a champion is. A great example to up and coming talent. A man I admire and respect in my short time here. Here's to a stress-less retirement. Thank you for all you have done."
PRE-RECORDING • | [Farewell Xplode | Kimi Smalls]
Xplode was one of the many people that I looked up to when I had chosen to change my career path and began wrestling. He is truly and icon and a legend. Nothing and no one can ever take that away from him. Now he's my father-in-law... funny how the world works. Guess I'll see you at the next family barbecue, "Dad"?
Xplode was one of the many people that I looked up to when I had chosen to change my career path and began wrestling. He is truly and icon and a legend. Nothing and no one can ever take that away from him. Now he's my father-in-law... funny how the world works. Guess I'll see you at the next family barbecue, "Dad"?
FSW Championship
Ring of Fire Match
Ring of Fire Match
Hatchet Gully Vs Jeremy Warren
Colin: Yeah, and I can’t believe James Tyson is allowing Warren & Gully to sacrifice themselves in this thing. These two men are just starting out in EWC, and this will take major years off their careers!
Mystery Man: Well, there are eight tables in the ring, and there is a guy atop the scaffolding setting the plywood on fire! Now the TABLES are ignited!
FBI: Can you say weenie roast? Take it away Nina!!
Nina: The following contest here at StrangleMania, is the RING OF FIRE MATCH!! (Crowd cheers loudly.) The only way to win this match is to throw your opponent through the plywood wall atop the 25-foot scaffold, and send them through one of these flaming tables on the canvas! Both wrestlers will be bringing in a weapon as well. Introducing the challenger, weighing in at 225 pounds, hailing from Erie, Pennsylvania.....HATCHET GULLY!!!!
"Heavy Metal Kings" blares out and A$hley Quid runs out from the back and jumps around celebrating, then insulting the audience when they boo. She waves a hand behind her and Hatchet Gully walks out and bounces to the music as he goes to the ring.
Colin: I see his weapons are part of himself.
Mystery Man: Yeah, those casts are a bit of protection for some low degree burns suffered in training for this match, confirmed by A$hley Quid during the freeview.
Nina: And his opponent…. from New York City, weighing in at 205 pounds...he is the reigning FSW Champion....JEREMY WARREN!!!!
A firetruck siren screaming through the PA system brings everyone attention to the entrance stage. As it fades, "My Hero" by Foo Fighters kicks in, and Jeremy Warren emerges carrying his weapon, a two-by-four wrapped in razorwire. The fans are clearly behind him as he sizes up the scaffolding, and makes his way to the edge of the entryway.
Mystery Man: This is what it comes down to. The brand new FSW champion making his first defense at StrangleMania...the showcase of the immortals, in a match that is vicious as it is breathtaking.
Colin: Both these men are more than willing to put it all on the line to be the best that Future Stars has to offer, and this being StrangleMania, I'd expect nothing less.
The two men climb the scaffolding, and the bell rings.
DING DING DING
Mystery Man: Warren holding that 2x4 like a sword, as he tries to find Gully, who is on the other end of the scaffolding. Gully finds Warren first, and… CRACK!!! (the crowd winces in unison.)
FBI: What a shot to the ribs by Gully, and Warren is down. Gully now being relentless in pounding the back of Warren.
Colin: He wants to get out of this alive as well, MM. And if he can get Warren through those tables on the ring surface, he’ll win this!
Mystery Man: Warren crawling to his weapon, and WOW!! He just nails Gully in the arm just beyond the cast, drawing blood with the razorwire!! Warren slowly getting up, and he charges, and BACKDRAFT!! He hit Backdraft on Gully, but that 2x4 was in between them.
FBI: Man, this match is very brutal. Both men are bleeding shortly into this thing! Gully tries hitting Warren in the head with his cast.
Mystery Man: Warren ducks, and Gully hits one of the plywood walls, almost cracking it in half!! If he had connected, it would’ve been over for Warren! Speaking of which, Warren has him, and blasts him with a belly-to belly suplex!! Both men down again. And Warren getting up first.
Colin: Gully resorting to a low blow on Warren, and nails KTFO on Warren. Now he’s sitting on top of him, and using his cast to bludgeon Warren in the head and face. This is very brutal gents.
Mystery Man: I agree. Folks, if you have children watching at home, please turn their eyes away from this. Wait! Warren kicks back, and hits Gear Up!!! Gully is staggering, and what next? Here it comes!!
FBI: Oh, My God!! He just hit Gully with another Backdraft on the scaffolding, and Gully tries rolling away, but falls off the scaffolding, and gets caught in the steel structure holding them above the ring!!
Mystery Man: Warren grabs his weapon, and follows Gully down. He sees him, and begins bashing that cast with the 2x4!! Look at that plaster come off with each hit!!
Colin: It’s like he’s annihilating a stuffed animal!! Now the casts are off, and Gully has no weapon!! Warren loses his footing, and he falls down to the concrete floor below.
FBI: Yes, but not through any tables, so this match is still going on. Gully makes his way to the floor, and finds a chair. He sizes Warren up and….
KEEEE-RACK!!!!
Mystery Man: He drops the champion with a one-handed swing of that chair. I tell you folks, this match is brutal. It's what we expected from these two men and this title match, and more.
Colin: Yes, but even with one arm, Gully is dragging Warren back up to the scaffolding. How he’s doing this is beyond me. The adrenaline these two men are feeling is no doubt off the hook!!
Mystery Man: Warren starting to move, and he has the 2x4 still in his hands. They reach the scaffolding and, HOLY MOTHER OF GOD!! Warren bashed Gully in the back with that thing, busting his back open. Warren to his feet, and…
Colin: For the love of GOD, Warren, don’t do this!!!
CRAAAAAAAACK!!!!
FBI: Sweet Jesus!! He just nailed Gully in the head with the 2x4!! Both men are wearing the proverbial “crimson mask.” I’m not sure how much more Gully can take tonight!!
Colin: Hell, I’m not sure how much more WE can take tonight!! Gully is leaning against the plywood wall, and Warren seems to be staggering as well from all the blood he’s lost.
Mystery Man: Gully now going to Warren to try something, but WAIT!! Warren just hit Gully with a major spinebuster!!!!
FBI: Warren just got his second wind, and he sets Gully up for….there it is! 3rd Alarm!!
The crowd cheers, and then immediately follows with a large audible gasp.
Mystery Man: Good Lord!! Both men crashed through that damaged plywood wall!! Gully manages to get Warren in some sort of headlock, and….Holy Shit!!!
KAAAAAAAAAAAA-KRAAAAAAAAAAAAMMMMMMMMM!!!
DING DING DING
Colin: They both crashed through the tables!!! But….who won???
Mystery Man: They’re playing the ending back on the EWC-tron, as the ref is watching, and it looks as though Gully might have gone through first.
FBI: Look at the position of the fall…..Hatchet Gully went head first through the table!!
The ref converses with Nina, after viewing the ending.
Nina: Ladies and gentlemen, I have just been informed that Hatchet Gully went through the table first!
Therefore, the winner of the Ring of Fire Match……and STILL FSW Champion.....Jeremy Warren!!!!!!!
Mystery Man: HE DID IT!!!! The rookie firefighter retains the gold!!
Mystery Man stands up to applaud the effort, as do Colin and FBI, while EMT’s come from the back to check on both men.
Mystery Man: Jeremy Warren is slow in getting up, but he pushes off an EMT and stand up on his own. Listen to these fans, strongly supporting both these young Future Stars!!
The rest of the EMT’s however, are loading Hatchet Gully onto a stretcher, and wheeling him to the backstage area.
Colin: Wow, if I haven't said it yet, I'll say it now...both of these men have got my respect!!
FBI: You damn straight they've earned it. They've earned all our respect here tonight, and further showcased what Future Stars is capable of.
Mystery Man: And there’s more EMT's coming out to help Jeremy Warren backstage as well. Folks, we’ll try to get you an update on Hatchet Gully’s condition before the night is through. We’ll be right back with our next match folks
PRE-RECORDING • | [Farewell Xplode | Jeremy Warren]
Jeremy Warren is next on the screen, the FSW title on his shoulder in the exact same way Xplode held the Undisputed Championship for so long. He also mimics Xplode mannerisms, the way he used to pat and polish the title. Finally he looks straight into the camera.
"Only a fool wouldn't try to be just like the GREATEST CHAMPION in EWC history. When I first stepped into President Mac's office, with my bag full of dreams, the first thing I saw was a poster with your image. I was starting to work in the same company as you sir, I was looking forward to meet you and who knows? Maybe one day seeing my face next to yours.
Xplode vs Warren, main event of Stranglemania, title on the line. Isn't that what every young wrestler hopes to accomplish? Standing in the same ring with the BEST in the business.
Now I know this will be forever a dream. I became a wrestler looking up at you.
They say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. You don't need to be flattered by me sir. And, no kidding, you can't be imitated. You left a damn big pair of shoes to fill. I can only hope, one day, I can try and step in.
Farewell Champ, you'll be missed"
Jeremy Warren is next on the screen, the FSW title on his shoulder in the exact same way Xplode held the Undisputed Championship for so long. He also mimics Xplode mannerisms, the way he used to pat and polish the title. Finally he looks straight into the camera.
"Only a fool wouldn't try to be just like the GREATEST CHAMPION in EWC history. When I first stepped into President Mac's office, with my bag full of dreams, the first thing I saw was a poster with your image. I was starting to work in the same company as you sir, I was looking forward to meet you and who knows? Maybe one day seeing my face next to yours.
Xplode vs Warren, main event of Stranglemania, title on the line. Isn't that what every young wrestler hopes to accomplish? Standing in the same ring with the BEST in the business.
Now I know this will be forever a dream. I became a wrestler looking up at you.
They say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. You don't need to be flattered by me sir. And, no kidding, you can't be imitated. You left a damn big pair of shoes to fill. I can only hope, one day, I can try and step in.
Farewell Champ, you'll be missed"
Money In The Bank For
United States Championship Ladder Match
United States Championship Ladder Match
Megan Gunn
Vs Ace King
Vs Latoya Hixx
Vs Jessica Tendonin
Mystery Man: The United States Champion is in the biggest match of his career tonight, but what hangs in the balance here may be just as important, this will determine the next number one contender to the United States Championship!
Vs Ace King
Vs Latoya Hixx
Vs Jessica Tendonin
Mystery Man: The United States Champion is in the biggest match of his career tonight, but what hangs in the balance here may be just as important, this will determine the next number one contender to the United States Championship!
FBI: Hawkins has become a busy man as of late, but that’s what happens with you’re the champ!
Hanks: Just think of what could happen if he wins the undisputed title here tonight!
A close up of a briefcase hangs above the ring with a picture of an American Flag and a Balled Eagle on it, signifying the United States Championship.
Nina Dobrev: Ladies and Gentlemen the following contest is a UNITED STATES TITLE MONEY IN THE BANK LADDER MATCH! Where the winner will get a shot at the U.S. Title at any time of their choosing in the coming year…. Introducing first the combatants, standing in the corner to my right, she is the EWC Television Champion, weighing in at 160 pounds… MACHINE GUN MEGAN!!! AND… Standing in the corner to my left, weighing in at 225 pounds… THE GAMBLER… ACE KING! Standing in the far right corner, weighing in at 114 pounds… LATOYA HIXX! AND FINALLY… Standing in the far left corner, weighing in at 190 pounds… JESSICA TENDONIN!!!
Mystery Man: These four competitors, look ready to go and they are HUNGRY!
DING! DING! DING!
Immediately three of the four exit the ring going to get ladders, leaving only Ace King in the ring.
FBI: This might be good strategy Collin, King in the center of the ring can rule the ring and take out anyone who tries to get back inside!
As Latoya goes to grab a ladder, Jessica drop kicks it right in her face! Only to turn around into a powerful clothsline from Megan Gunn! But just she takes down Tendonin, Ace King comes flying through the air with a flip over the top rope and takes all three of them out as the crowd pops to their feet!!!
Hanks: And King has gotten this crowd into this match in a hurry!
As King celebrates with the fans at ringside with a rush of adrenaline running through his veins he grabs the ladder with all other three or his other opponents down. He slides the ladder in the ring, but he isn’t done, he takes a look over and sees Megan Gunn getting back to her feet, so he climbs the turnbuckle!
Mystery Man: Smart move there! Ya don’t wanna head up the ladder when you know someone is gonna send you crashing down, he’s conserving his energy and taking as little punishment as possible.
Ace leaps off the top rope onto Gunn with a flying cross body, but she catches him in mid air and spins and turns it into a massive powerslam on the floor!!!
Mystery Man: I stand corrected.
Ace arches his back on the floor in pain as Megan goes to head into the ring, but her foot is caught by Tendonin and Hixx, as they pull her back out to the floor. Tendonin whips Gunn into the steel guard rail, but she reverses it and it’s Tendonin who hits the railing with a crash! But with Gunn’s back turned Hixx nails her in the back of the head with a jumping spin kick! Gunn falls right into the waiting arms of Ace King who delivers a face buster on the floor!!! King and Hixx head back inside the ring and begin to trade blows! Hixx begins to get the better of Ace, and she picks him up and scoop slams him on the ladder! She waists no time, and hops to the top rope looking for a split legged moonsault, but Ace moves out of the way and she catches nothing but ladder!!!
“OHHHHHHHH!!!”
Mystery Man: OH! Nobody home!
Hixx rolls off the ladder, and Ace picks it up. Tendonin is up on the ring apron, and Ace takes the ladder and runs it square in her face! Sending her back off the apron! King looks around, seeing everyone on the ground, and the crowd POPS! He takes the ladder and sets it up in the middle of the ring! He quickly begins to climb it, but out of no where Megan Gunn is up on the apron, and she hops on the top rope and spring boards onto the ladder!!!
FBI: Megan Gunn with a springboard onto the ladder! I don’t think anyone saw that coming!!!
Both Gunn and King make it to the top of the ladder, and begin to trade blows back and forth, Ace continues to reach up getting his fingertips on the case in between blows and it costs him as Gunn nails him and hooks him and suplexes him over the top of the ladder to the mat below!!! King’s feet hit the briefcase on the way over, making it swing back and forth!
Hanks: Megan Gunn is at the top of the ladder! She could win this thing and follow in the footsteps of the last TV Champion!
Mystery Man: Those are big shoes to fill, but she just might do it!
Gunn climbs to the top of the ladder, but with the case swinging back and forth she can’t get a hold of it! Suddenly, Tendonin springboards off the top rope and drop kicks the ladder over and Gunn comes crashing down her neck landing across the top rope!
Hanks: Oh! That could have crushed her windpipe!!!
Gunn holds her throat and rolls out of the ring, trying to get her breath back. Tendonin grabs a weak Ace King, and Hixx comes over and they give each other a look, and a nod… Tendonin Rolls King up for a powerbomb, and as he comes down Hixx lands a neck breaker!!! Tendonin shoves King out of the ring…
FBI: It looks like this alliance might be over all ready!
She doesn’t see Hixx standing right behind her loaded and ready looking for the DOUBLE KNEE BACK BREAKER!!! Tendonin slowly backs up right into the waiting arms of Hixx who nails it!!! And suddenly Hixx pops back up to her feet! She quickly goes to grab the ladder, setting it up as quickly as she can. She begins to climb but a stunned Tendonin, grabs her ankle as she tries to climb. Hixx tries to kick her off but Tendonin is relentless! As they struggle against each other, Tendonin positions herself under Hixx and Powerbombs her off the ladder! Tendonin falls to her knees as all four competitors are now down, but the crowd is going CRAZY!!!!
“THIS IS AWESOME!!!”
“THIS IS AWESOME!!!”
“THIS IS AWESOME!!!”
“THIS IS AWESOME!!!”
“THIS IS AWESOME!!!”
Mystery Man: This sold out crowd here tonight letting them know just how they feel about the show here tonight!
Hanks: IT’S STRANGLEMANIA BABY!!!
Tendonin and Ace are the first back to their feet, they tie up in the collar and elbow! They jockey for position, with Tendonin taking control with an arm drag take down! Ace pops back up, and he walks into another one! Ace pops back up once again, and hits the ropes but Tendonin is again ready and powerslams him to the mat! Fans of the Order are on their feet! As hooded fans around the ringside area begin to cheer her on! Tendonin grabs the ladder, but picks it up and tosses it down ontop of Megan Gunn! She waits for Gunn to make it to her feet, and then she sling shots herself over the top rope coming down landing on Gunn as they crash down on the ladder! Meanwhile Hixx has gotten to her feet, and as has Ace! Hixx bounces off the ropes, and goes for a clothsline, but Ace ducks it and hits the ropes as well they both bounce off and nail each other with cross body blocks! And they both fall to the mat!
Mystery Man: This match is ALL over the place!
Hanks: Gunn and Tendonin are out here in front of us, and Hixx and Ace are in the ring, at a stalemate! What is going to happen next?
FBI: The World may never know…
Ace and Hixx get to their feet, and Ace hits Hixx with a snap suplex! He quickly rolls outside and grabs a second ladder and brings it in the ring. Setting it up, Hixx is back on her feet, and she grabs Ace looking to toss him into the turnbuckle, but he reverses it! She crashes into the buckle with such speed that she bounces out laying face down grabbing her back. Meanwhile, Megan Gunn has subdued Tendonin, and takes the ladder from the outside and props it up on the top rope, the top of the ladder connecting with the ladder in the middle of the ring, creating a ramp… Ace is climbing the ladder in the middle of the ring, as Gunn runs up the ladder and flips over Ace! DIAMOND DUST!!! But she lands awkwardly and stumbles and scrapes down the otherside of the ladder…
“HOLY SHIT!!!”
“HOLY SHIT!!!”
“HOLY SHIT!!!”
“HOLY SHIT!!!”
“HOLY SHIT!!!”
FBI: What a move from the TV Champion!
Hanks: Yes, but unfortunately she looks like she may have hurt herself performing it, and Ace is still at the top of the ladder!
Mystery Man: Laying on the top out cold… but yes, at the top of the ladder.
Tendonin rolls in the ring under the bottom rope, and sees Ace laying on the top of the ladder. She grabs the ladder used as a ramp and throws it to the outside! But with her back turned we hear Gunn “HOOAH!!!” and just as Jessica turns around… she gets hit with the GUNN RUN!!! Meanwhile, Hixx has regained her composure, and has started to climb the ladder, the same side that Ace is on… Once on top, she grabs Ace, and hooks his arm… and falls backwards in a falling backsuplex!!! And they both come crashing down to the mat!!! The ladder wobbles back and forth, but stays on it’s feet. Tendonin holding her stomach in pain, watches as Megan starts to make her way up the ladder, bound and determined to stop her, she makes her way slowly up the otherside of the ladder. Gunn sees this and smiles waving for her to make it to the top. She looks around the arena laughing as Jessica makes her way up. Grabbing Tendonin by her hair you can hear her scream “GOOD BYE BITCH!”, but Tendonin nails and uppercut to Gunn!!! With Gun Stunned… Tendonin pulls her over to her side, and in a incredible show of strength, she lifts Gunn onto her shoulders while still standing on the ladder!
Hanks: Oh My God what the hell is she going to do???
FBI: I don’t know but I don’t like that look in her eyes!
Mystery Man: Don’t… Don’t do it Jessica!
Jessica Tendonin JUMPS OFF THE LADDER coming CRASHING down to the mat executing the Paraguayan Imprint!!!
Hanks: Oh God get a medic out here for Megan Gunn.
Mystery Man: This is what Stranglemania is all about! You don’t hold ANYTHING back!
FBI: Megan could have a broken neck!
Hixx has picked up Ace King, but out of no where Ace grabs Hixx and delivers POCKET ACES!!! Tendonin and King are now the only two on their feet. They both stare each other down, and then they both make a run for the ladder! Both of them make their way up rather quickly, both reaching the top at the same time! They trade blows at the top of the ladder! Each of them trying to grab for the case, Tendonin gives Ace a shove and reaches up and grabs the case! Ace, as he is falling manages to jump up off the ladder and grab the case as well! But the ladder tips over, and both of them and hanging and kicking, hanging from the briefcase!
Hanks: Oh man! How is this going to end???
Both of them kick at each other, but neither of them budge!
FBI: Can that chord hold both their weight???
Tendonin pulls herself up, and unclasps it, but it’s also still in the grips of Ace King!
Mystery Man: All one of them needs to do is pull it off that hook, and we will have a money in the bank winner!!!
Suddenly Latoya Hixx leaps off the top rope with a missile drop kick, trying to knock both of them down, she hits them both, but only one falls!!!
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JESSICA TENDONIN HAS FALLEN OFF THE HOOK!!! Ace manages to hold on with one hand! He swipes his other hand as hard as he can trying to reach for the case! He looks to be only moments from falling with suddenly he gets both hands on the handle!!!
Hanks: All he has to do is reach up and unhook it!
FBI: Easier said then done without a ladder!
Out of nowhere! Megan Gunn begins grabbing at Aces’s feet!!! She starts pulling herself up! Climbing up Ace!!!
Mystery Man: WHAT THE HELL IS THIS???
Hanks: The determination from Megan Gunn!!!
FBI: I didn’t think she would get up again after that drop off the ladder!
Hixx again looks to knock both of them off the ladder, as she grabs a chair and swings it as hard as she can at both of them! Gunn has climbed all the way up King as the two look face to face and King looks in shock! Just as Gunn reaches up to grab the case as well, Hixx Swings again! They both fall to the mat! Gunn hits holding her stomach in pain! ….and… ACE KING HAS THE BRIEFCASE IN HIS HANDS!!! Hixx throws the chair in frustration.
DING DING DING
Mystery Man: Ace King is going to get another shot at the U.S. Title! The first time he said he wasn’t sure he deserved it, but this time he DEFINITELY earned it!
Hanks: None of these competitors have anything to be ashamed of… This was one hell of a match.
Tendonin, stands hands on her knees. Megan Gunn leaning on the ropes, and Latoya Hixx sitting in the corner in frustration as Ace stands in the middle of the ring holding up the case. The crowd is on their feet giving them a standing ovation.
“THAT WAS AWESOME!!!”
“THAT WAS AWESOME!!!”
“THAT WAS AWESOME!!!”
“THAT WAS AWESOME!!!”
“THAT WAS AWESOME!!!”
Nina Dobrev: HERE is your winner … ACE KING!!!
Hanks: What a match .. what a night so far. Absolutely unbelievable
PRE-RECORDING • | [Farewell Xplode | Michael Saint]
Xplode is a man's man. A long time ago he started here in EWC on Rampage actually, but a time I was not running it. So, I didn't know him. I knew of him and knew he was the future of the EWC.
His wars with Jay Cee opened the eyes of everyone in and out of EWC.
Xplode did it all here. US Champion Tag Champion. Retired Shadow Man.
Jaden is and until someone proves me wrong the greatest EWC Champion of all time. I am sad to see him go especially now that I got to know him. He is an asset to the company and he will be missed. Xplode enjoy retirement don't be a stranger.
When you, Mac, and I are in some old folks home remember the young nurses are mine you and Mac get leftovers.
Xplode is a man's man. A long time ago he started here in EWC on Rampage actually, but a time I was not running it. So, I didn't know him. I knew of him and knew he was the future of the EWC.
His wars with Jay Cee opened the eyes of everyone in and out of EWC.
Xplode did it all here. US Champion Tag Champion. Retired Shadow Man.
Jaden is and until someone proves me wrong the greatest EWC Champion of all time. I am sad to see him go especially now that I got to know him. He is an asset to the company and he will be missed. Xplode enjoy retirement don't be a stranger.
When you, Mac, and I are in some old folks home remember the young nurses are mine you and Mac get leftovers.
Indy Championship
Lumberjack Match
Lumberjack Match
Prince Vs Trixie
Mystery Man: If this match is anything like those that came before, close your eyes kidsFBI: I agree. We have seen some real rated r violence on display tonight
Hanks: Let’s not forget it is for the Indy championship, it’s been three months coming but now the two with the best record on Prime get to duke it out for that piece of gold.
Mystery Man: Last time around Prince fell to Trixie, do you think he will be able to turn this one around?
Hanks: I definitely think that is possible, he has shown on more than one occasion that he is capable of winning any sort of match. Though he lost the last time, if anyone could turn this around, it would be him.
Mystery Man: Let’s forget about them for a second, look at all the hungry animals around the ring. Every single Prime superstar is around that ring, there will be no love lost.
"Rotting In Vain" by Korn blasts over the PA system. The crowd begins to boo as Prince walks down the ramp way.
Nina Dobrev: Ladies and gentlemen the following contest is a Lumberjack match and it is for the Indy Championship. Introducing first from New York, the Prince of pain, PRIINCE!
He points at random Prime superstars outside the ring and laughs. Before walking up the steps to the ring, Prince spins around and flips the finger from both hands to the crowd. He then enters the ring and waits for the bell to ring
Mystery Man: I think it is a bad idea to make fun of those men and women outside of the ring, they must be already mad enough to not be in this match
FBI: I have a feeling he will regret it
Outside of the ring we find Alex James, Arcane, Bella Delca, Bob Loblaw, Candy, Captain Taco, Chaos, El Diablo, Killian Barrett, Kyra Johnson, Luke Forrester, Miranda Jones, Neveah, Richard Garcia, Robb Daniels, Stitches the Clown and Sway, all looking agitated and ready to go.
Take it off by the Donnas blasts through the PA system and Trixie comes out and does a twirl before turning around to flaunt her ring attire and bite her finger as she pauses on stage
Nina Dobrev: And his opponent, from Las Vegas Nevada, Trixie
Trixie continues walking in a straight line down the ramp to really sway her hips and get the attention of the guys in the crowd, blowing kisses at the guys and enjoying the jealousy of the girls in the crowd and her peers at ringside as she steps onto the apron and girates her hips before stepping into the ring very slowly to allow all the photos to be taken before stepping full in and giving a playful wink to the referee as she sits on the corner.
Mystery Man: Trixie as well is taking a dig at our friends at ringside, they look pretty riled up
FBI: Well I hope for their sake they are able to stay inside of that ring.
The referee calls both of them to the center of the ring and explains the rules to them, once he is done he sends them back to their corners and calls for the bell.
DING DING DING!!!
And we are off with the both of them circling each other in the ring, Trixie is the more reluctant to engage in a grapple, the size advantage Prince has over her is apparent. Prince charges at her and she is able to sneak under his arms and to the other side of the ring. He has another crack at it, this time coming with a clothesline, she is able to drop to the mat and go under his legs. From behind him he shoves her into the turnbuckle and sways around the ring smiling at Prince who shares in her humor, maybe a little too much as he goes into a laughing fit. Trixie looks to take the advantage and begins to offload rights to the face of Prince who takes them with a pinch of salt really. One after the next he shrugs them off and then grabs her by the neck, his eyes going completely cold and he choke slams her into the mat.
Mystery Man: Looks like we start this in Prince’s favor, he looks an absolute beast
FBI: A man behind a mask can never be trusted
Mystery Man: What does that mean? Are you throwing shades my way?
FBI: Not throwing anything your way Mystery Man, our time fighting is over
Prince goes right after Trixie and picks her up by grabbing her neck and picking her back to her feet looking for another choke slam but she hammers away at his hand till he lets go and then couldn’t help but kick him right in the groin. Prince holds on to his pelvic region as he falls to the mat on his back. She begins to stomp at Prince repeatedly. She drops the elbow and clatters to the neck of Prince. She is not done yet, she begins to stomp at the right shoulder of Prince and then commences to put him in an arm bar steadily applying pressure to it.
Mystery Man: She may just win it here with this submission
FBI: She is applying some real pressure here
She continues to pull at the arm but Prince is able to find his way to his feet and punch her forcing her to let go of his arm. He then picks her up by her hair and forces her to the ropes. He tries to push her over but she holds on whilst those on the outside are ready to receive her like zombie’s waiting on the living. He pushes and she is halfway over the top with her feet in the air. Once it is inevitable that she will be going over she catches his neck with her feet and hurricarana’s him outside whilst she falls to the outside as well.
Mystery Man: Oh my word they look like piranhas out there, they are squirming on those two
FBI: They are beating the living daylight out of them
Killian Barnett begins stomping the hell out of Prince whilst Bella Delca is the first to grab Trixie, she lifts Trixie to her feet and then rams her knees into her guts. Candy grabs Trixie by the hair and then begins to pound her face into the barricade, Richard Garcia sees this and grabs Prince as well by the head, places it next to the barricade and stomps it into the barricade. Luke Forrester mounts Prince and begins to dispatch punches left and right cutting his lips with one of the punches. Candy and Bella Delca pick Trixie up and hold her arms stretched out as a serving to Stitches the clown who had waited ever so patiently for his turn at her, he grabs her by the head and delivers the sound of silence planting her head into the mat and ripping her head open.
HOLY SHIT
HOLY SHIT
HOLY SHIT
Mystery Man: Somebody stop this madness
Hanks: I knew this was going to come back to bite them in the arse, they are getting no love from their peers.
FBI: This is simply barbaric.
Alex James and Bob Loblaw help Prince to his feet and hold him in place as Sway delivers an elbow straight to his head ripping him open and then the lumberjacks toss both bodies back into the ring. All this while Arcane seats on the barracade watching everything go down whilst he doesn't get involved in the onslaught. Trixie manages a crawl after a minute of lying there, and then she goes for the pin.
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Kick Out!
Prince struggles to make the kick out but he does and Trixie takes a breather whilst her blood and Prince’s stains the mat below.
Mystery Man: They look in horrible shape
FBI: I don’t know if they even have much left
Hanks: Well seems like they do, neither is willing to let up
Mystery Man: How about Arcane, he is acting too cool to participate
FBI: Well we saw him and Trixie together last week on Prime, they may have something going on there
Hanks: Then why just stand there and not help her out at all?
Mystery Man: Don't look at me, I'm not a relationship counselor
Both superstars wobble to their feet in unison and then give a big fuck you to their friends on the outside who jeer at them. They then dispatch punches at each other, and both feel the sting from the injuries on their heads and hold on to them for a second and then continue to go at each other exchanging right hands. Prince gains the advantage and then delivers a neckbreaker on her and immedately goes for the pin.
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Mystery Man: It’s not over yet, how did she kick out?
FBI: I have no bloody idea
He picks Trixie up to her feet and then plants her head between his legs and lifts her all the way in the air and plants her into the mat. THE DARK KNIGHT! He goes for the pin
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Mystery Man: THAT…. THAT… WAS IMPOSSIBLE!
FBI: I absolutely agree, how did she kick out of that?
Prince is the first to wonder how the hell she kicked out of that and so he picks her up, plants her between his legs and lifts her up in the air again. She pounds at his injured head continuously then bounces off his shoulder towards his back, catches his neck and then connects with the SEXY NECKBREAKER! She goes for the pin.
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DING DING DING!!!
Mystery Man: Oh she did it! She won the championship
FBI: What an absolute war, she pulled a rabbit out of a hat there
Hanks: Now she is officially the Prime girl.
Nina Dobrev: Here is your winner and the First Indy Champion, Trixie!!
The referee hands her her title and she climbs the closest turnbuckle and lifts the title in the face of her peers who look to her in disgust. She continues to celebrate with her theme in the background as we fade out
PRE-RECORDING • | [Farewell Xplode | Shelly Silver]
I may not have always been the easiest to read, but I am a weird sort. The more that I poke and prod and make fun of someone, the more than I love them. I have a deep respect for Xplode on so many levels. I can only hope that I make him proud and will continue doing so in the future.
I may not have always been the easiest to read, but I am a weird sort. The more that I poke and prod and make fun of someone, the more than I love them. I have a deep respect for Xplode on so many levels. I can only hope that I make him proud and will continue doing so in the future.
PRE-RECORDING • | [Farewell Xplode | Ace King]
Jaden,
You've left an indelible mark on this business we all love. It doesn't take long for anyone to know or appreciate the amount of work you put into your craft, and the results truly do speak for themselves. ...Sure, you never missed a chance to talk about said results, but they speak for themselves nonetheless!
All jokes aside, what you've accomplished is nothing short of incredible. Hall of Famer, Champion, Icon... Those superlatives don't begin to describe the impact you've had on the industry as a whole, let alone here at EWC. Sure, there's everything tangible you've done in the ring, but what people rarely see is the side of you that's willing to help at the drop of a hat, always coming up with great ideas and finding ways to include people, all the while pushing the industry forward. That type of mindset is rare, and you're to be commended and appreciated for it.
From a personal standpoint, I know it's meant a lot; I know I could have ruffled some feathers coming in here with my history*, but you gave me the benefit of the doubt. When I was down on my luck, yours was the hand that helped pull me back up. You didn't have to invite me into your home, but you did anyway, and it helped clear my head, so I'm appreciative and indebted to you.
When I eventually leave this industry, I'll look back on my career with pride, much the same way I assume you will; however, the one thing I'll kick myself for is not coming here sooner so we could square off... And yet, even though we never did go one-on-one, I still absorbed a lot just by watching how the master does it. That's the mark of a champion and a leader right there, and it goes without saying that you'll be missed.
So X, enjoy your retirement; you've done more than most of us can think of doing, and I'll be first in line for EWC Honors tickets. Bet On It.
Jaden,
You've left an indelible mark on this business we all love. It doesn't take long for anyone to know or appreciate the amount of work you put into your craft, and the results truly do speak for themselves. ...Sure, you never missed a chance to talk about said results, but they speak for themselves nonetheless!
All jokes aside, what you've accomplished is nothing short of incredible. Hall of Famer, Champion, Icon... Those superlatives don't begin to describe the impact you've had on the industry as a whole, let alone here at EWC. Sure, there's everything tangible you've done in the ring, but what people rarely see is the side of you that's willing to help at the drop of a hat, always coming up with great ideas and finding ways to include people, all the while pushing the industry forward. That type of mindset is rare, and you're to be commended and appreciated for it.
From a personal standpoint, I know it's meant a lot; I know I could have ruffled some feathers coming in here with my history*, but you gave me the benefit of the doubt. When I was down on my luck, yours was the hand that helped pull me back up. You didn't have to invite me into your home, but you did anyway, and it helped clear my head, so I'm appreciative and indebted to you.
When I eventually leave this industry, I'll look back on my career with pride, much the same way I assume you will; however, the one thing I'll kick myself for is not coming here sooner so we could square off... And yet, even though we never did go one-on-one, I still absorbed a lot just by watching how the master does it. That's the mark of a champion and a leader right there, and it goes without saying that you'll be missed.
So X, enjoy your retirement; you've done more than most of us can think of doing, and I'll be first in line for EWC Honors tickets. Bet On It.
X-Division Championship
5 Rounds MMA Match
5 Rounds MMA Match
Eddie Crank Vs Jack Tillman
Mystery Man: What an absolutely incredble show we have had so far folks. Not to mention these incredble tribute videos to Xplode. I am sure he is going to appreciate the hell out of all of those. Now ... now comes the X-Division Title match.
Mystery Man: What an absolutely incredble show we have had so far folks. Not to mention these incredble tribute videos to Xplode. I am sure he is going to appreciate the hell out of all of those. Now ... now comes the X-Division Title match.
Colin Hanks: These two have been going at it for more than a month now. So much animosity, so much tension, such an important contest.
FBI: Everyone can say what they want, but to me - this match puts the X-Division Title on a whole new level. This has never been done before, and we're about to witness history!
The EWC cameras take us backstage where Eddie Crank, followed by his coach and the rest of his team, is marching towards the entrance as ‘Foggy Dew’ echoes in the arena.
Mystery Man: Here we go! Here comes The King!
Colin Hanks: I can't believe they managed to set up a freaking Octagon for this match.
FBI: It's StrangleMania, dummy! Of course they did! Here's Crank!
Eddie is prancing around, practicing his footwork as he goes, throwing air punches and having a good time. The Irish in the audience are having an even bigger blast than Eddie is, donning Irish colors and painting the entire arena green, orange and white.
Eddie’s theme switches from ‘Foggy Dew’ to ‘Unchained’ and the crowd goes wilder and wilder by the second while Eddie makes his way to the ring, barely having any space around him thanks to his crew and the Irish fans trying to touch and high five him.
Crank starts circling the ring and talking trash, warming up for the fight with a smile on his face.
Mystery Man: This is going to be so damn unique. We've never had this in the EWC! The whole world is watching!
Colin Hanks: Look how happy Eddie is to be there. This is his domain, this is his yard, this is his world. This man is so influential, he brought MMA to a wrestling company, and now he's about to show the whole world, just why he is the big deal he says he is. I can't wait.
Eddie starts shadow boxing and kicking, practicing over his movements and getting nice and limber for the fight.
FBI: I find it so damn hilarious that Eddie brought in Bruce freakin' Buffer for this fight.
Mystery Man: Oh come on, an MMA fight without Bruce Buffer? Can't happen. I'm just glad Joe Rogan isn't here to take my spot.
Colin Hanks: This is amazing.
The lights dim down as Out Of Black by Royal Blood begins to play throughout the arena. The arena erupts with a mix of cheers and boos as Jack Tillman comes walking out with a death stare in his eyes. Concentrated on the match at hand, Jack makes his way down to the ring
FBI: The Champ is here!
Mystery Man: You'll get sued by John Blade, you know that?
Colin Hanks: Guys, stop. Take a look at Tillman! No a worry on his face.
Making it to the steel stairs, he stands for for a few seconds, mentally getting himself ready for the match. As he stands there, the fans behind him begin to chant.
HE IS WRESTLING!.........(clap, clap, clapclapclap)......HE IS WRESTLING!..........(clap, clap, clapclapclap.......HE IS WRESTLING!
The fans continue to chant as Jack places a mouth guard in his mouth and makes his way up the steel steps. Stepping inside the ring, Jack stands in he middle of he ring and makes a throat slash with his thumb as black, white, and red streamers come flying into the Octagon from the fans. Octagon staff quickly begin to collect the streamers as Jack walks over to a corner and gets ready for his match.
Mystery Man: What an entrance!
Bruce Buffer: Ladies and gentlemen! This fight is presented by Bud Light, sanctioned by the Nevada State Athletic Commission, Chairman Francisco Aguilar, Executive Directior Bob Derek, commissioners - Skup Aranchino, Pat Rudmore and Anthony Marnell Jr.
Our three judges scoring this contest at Octagon side are … Junichiro Kamijo, Chris Lee and Marcos Rosales … and when the action begins, our referee in charge of the Octagon … “Big” John McCarthy.
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AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAND NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOW!!! This is the moment EWC fans around the world have beeeeeen waiting for. LIIIIIIIVE from the sold out Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum In Loooooos Angeles …
IT'S ... TIIIME!!!!!!
FIVE ROUNDS FOR THE EWC X-DIVISION CHAMPIONSHIP!
Introducing first, the challenger ... FIGHTING out of the blue corner. A Mixed Martial Artist with a professional MMA record of 24 wins, 1 loss, he stands 5 feet 11 inches tall, weighig in at 170 pounds … FIGHTING … out of Dublin, Irelaaaand … presenting THE PRIIIIIDE OF IRELAND, AND THE NUMBER FIVE RANKED EWC WRESTLER IN THE WOOORLD …
“THE WHIZZER” EDDIEEEEEEEE CRAAAAAAAAAAAAAANK!!!!!!
Bruce Buffer: And now … introducing his opponent, FIGHTING out of the red corner. A Mixed Martial Artist with a record of 0 wins, 0 losses. He stands at 6 feet, 1 inch, weighin in at 200 pounds … FIGHTING out of Chicago, Illinois … presenting THE NUMBER FOUR RANKED EWC WRESTLER IN THE WORLD … AAAAAND THE CURRENT REIGNING … DEFENDING … X-DIVISION CHAMPIOOOOOOON …
JACK “THE RIPPEEEEEEER” TIIIIIIIIIIIIIILMAAAAAAAAAN !!!!!!!!
Both men make a bee-line toward the center of the ring where “Big” John McCarthy talks to both fighters as they’re reeling to go.
"Big" John McCarthy: Alright gentlemen, we’ve been over the rules. Protect yourselves at all times, follow my instructions. Touch gloves if you wish, and if you’re ready to fight.
Both Jack and Eddie back up from eachother, choosing not to touch gloves at this time. Both fighters slide back into their corners, jumping up and down, getting ready for the opening bell.
Mystery Man: This … is … so … good!
Colin Hanks: Tillman! Crank! X-Division Championship!
FBI: Eddie just can’t stop talking to him, he was talking trash during the face off and he’s still taking shit.
Mystery Man: HERE .. WE … GO!!!
DING DING DING
ROUND 1
5:00
As soon as McCarthy gives both fighters the signal, Eddie rushes toward Jack with his arms spread wide open, taunting him, while getting in his pocket. As soon as Eddie is within striking distance, he chooses to pull of a quick spinning back kick to Jack’s mid-section which Jack blocks extremely well with his hands. Eddie sets the tone of the fight though, wasting absolutely no time with this attempt. 5:00
Jack is backed up into the cage as Eddie is dancing on his feet, reaching out with his right hand and throwing a few faints with his left. Eddie is being careful, calculating, looking for a weakness. Suddenly he leaps into the air with a flying knee aimed at Jack’s head. Jack ducks right in time, but Eddie lightly catches him in the shoulder instead of the temple.
Mystery Man: Oh! What a move!
FBI: Watch out! Watch out! Jack’s got that leg!!!
Jack grabs Eddie’s other leg in mid air and takes him down to the floor. Now Eddie is on his back and Jack is in full mount position. Eddie has his knees up, trying to gain some distance between him and Tillman. Jack’s got him on his back and throws a vicious right hand on the downed Eddie Crank. It connects with the side of his face. Eddie then shuffles around and manages to squeeze out of that predicament and get back to his feet where he feels most comfortable.
Colin: Eddie wants none of that, that was a bad situation there for him, Jack was in a pefect spot to just wail on him while Eddie was on his back.
As soon as Eddie is back to his feet he dances out of Jack’s pocket, making sure his back isn’t turned towards the cage. Jack goes for a right hand which Eddie ducks. Crank smiles back at Jack, mouthing “that’s all you got?” and spreading his arms, deceptively making it seem like he’s open for an attack, and before anyone realizes it, Eddie throws a left hand followed by a right hand, and both of them connect.
Colin: OH! Nasty looking shots there.
FBI: Eddie tagged him there, and he tagged him good.
Mystery Man: He snuck those in there so well. He’s so sneaky with his punches. You see other fighters wind their punches but Crank is so good at those quick zaps. He’s so deceptive in the way he moves in and then throws these lightnings at people’s face.
FBI: That’s right, and most people either don’t see them coming, or terribly underestimate how hard this guy hits.
Now Jack is with his back turned to the cage, just a foot away from it. Eddie steps in for a right hand body shot which connects lightly. Both men are scoping each other out for weaknesses. Jack is jittery, throwing a lot of faints, making sure his guard is up. Eddie on the other hand is relaxed, very loose, hands are down low. Jack throws a quick right leg to Eddie’s left thigh which Eddie absorbs well. Jack advances and … Eddie catches him with some lightning quick lefts and rights which knock Jack Tillman down!!!
FBI: OH! OH GOD!
Mystery Man: That’s exactly what’s so dangerous about Crank. Look at the speed at those punches, Jack didn’t know what hit him!
Colin Hanks: Holy crap! Those were like 4 punches in a second, look at Jack’s expression, he has no idea what happened and I barely do too!
Jack got knocked right on his butt, but managed to pop right back up and get back in full guard. Eddie is still calm, doesn’t rush anything, while Jack’s expression shows that he’s still shocked by Eddie’s speed and is trying to regain his compsure.
Mystery Man: My God, it’s easy to see why this guy is such a specimen. Let’s get the instant replay here, we have to see this slowed down.
All of a sudden, Jack goes for a double leg take down and rushes Eddie. Eddie scoops backwards, trying to control the body and shows excellent take-down defense, pushing Jack away from him, making sure the fight stays on the feet. Seeing that Eddie’s defense is strong since he’s still fresh into the fight, Jack throws a few punches of his own. Eddie shoulder rolls out of them, Floyd Mayweather style, and keeps talking trash. Jack is unaffected by it as he keeps moving around, bobbing and weaving, making sure Eddie doesn’t have an easy time figuring out where his head’s gonna be so he can pop off one of those sneaky lefts.
0:00
END OF ROUND 1
END OF ROUND 1
Mystery Man: And that wraps up 5 minutes of round 1! God, what a round this was.
Colin Hanks: Definitely Eddie Crank’s round. That combination got Jack right on the chin, the light left his eyes there for a second.
FBI: He cannot underestimate Crank’s left, he cannot overlook how quickly Eddie hits, and how hard Eddie hits as well. Jack needs to stop trying to box him, stop trying to keep him in the pocket. Eddie has a reach advantage here, despite the height disadvantage. The way he stands allows him to remain stationary while being able to zap people with that left. Jack needs to know that.
Mystery Man: It’s the little nuances that Jack lacks in this round, right?
Colin Hanks: Oh absolutely. Experience plays it’s part. Eddie dominated the first round, he didn’t even get tagged once. He looks fresh and calmer than he should be.
Mystery Man: Round 2 boys! Here we go! Five more minutes on the clock!
ROUND 2
5:00
5:00
Both men are off of their corners and back to the middle of the Octagon. Eddie hands are low, he has his chin forward, taunting Tillman. Tillman smiles back at him, knowing exactly what he’s trying to get at. Eddie keeps talking trash and gets his hands behind his back, adding some extra fire to the flame as he catches Jack quickly with a punch out of nowhere.
The sneaky punch did more to entertain the crowd than it did to hurt Tillman. Eddie goes for another right now, but Tillman counters with a stiff right of his own as he backs up right before the point of impact and winds the right back to crash Eddie right in the forehead.
Mystery Man: OH! WHAT A HIT!
Colin Hanks: That one hurt him! I can see he’s opened up, look at his eyebrow.
FBI: Opened up and dazed, this was almost a forearm shot, what a quick turn around!
Eddie backs up from Jack and dances around a bit, trying to regain his composure. Just then Jack sees an opening and rushes Eddie while he’s still dazed. He goes for another double leg take down, spins Eddie in one spot, then lifts him up, spins a bit more in mid-air and crashes him down on the mat! Take down was successful!!!
This is where Eddie didn’t want to be. Jack is now at full mount on top of Eddie, holding down his left hand, completely wrapped around him. Eddie is landing a few punches to the back of Jack’s head, but they can’t do any damage, Eddie doesn’t have any leverage. Jack is hugging Eddie and making sure he doesn’t slip out of the full mount. OH! Jack quickly lands a stiff elbow to the side of Eddie’s forehead before he buries his head in Eddie’s chest again before Eddie can counter.
This is a horrible spot for Crank who can’t seem to slip away. Jack has his legs wrapped around Crank’s, so Eddie has absolutely no leverage. AGAIN! Jack lands another stiff shot which connects with Eddie’s skull. The edge of the elbow is so sharp, it definitely opened up Crank’s eyebrow and now blood is flowing from the wound, trickling down Eddie’s head. Eddie seems dazed.
FBI: This is a nightmare for Crank. Jack has a weight advantage on him, and while it doesn’t play a big role in their stand up, on the ground Eddie needs almost superhuman abilities to get out of that predicament.
Mystery Man: If Tillman keeps landing those shots, he could just finish it right there. I don’t see a way for Eddie to come out of this.
Colin Hanks: OH! LOOK OUT!
Jack continues the absolute demolition of Eddie Crank’s face while Eddie’s still on his back. He can’t seem to block any of the elbows which Jack happily rains on Crank with every passing second. The crowd is riling up already, feeling that this might just be it. Eddie’s eyes turn to glass, the camera catches that, as he’s desperately trying to get out of the full mount Jack has on him. He’s panting, and you can bet this is taking a big chunk of his cardio along the way.
Jack finally changes it up and goes for a quick guillotine choke, trying to wrap it up! He stepped over, looking for the neck, Eddie is fighting it but Jack is relentless! Jack has his hands around Eddie’s neck, and they’re both rolling around the mat. Jack is trying to lock it in and he just can’t, Eddie’s defense is too good in this position.
FBI: This is it! If Jack locks this in, it might be over! Can he get it?
And just then Eddie manages to slip out of the move and pop back to his feet to the crowd’s ovation. Eddie is right back where he wants to be. Jack throws a few punches, but Eddie is quick to duck under them and deliver a quick counter punch of his own which staggers Jack Tillman. Eddie then goes to work on the legs … but Jack manages to catch it again! He trips Eddie and pounces on him with another huge elbow, putting him right back in the same position as before.
FBI: This isn’t good! Eddie should have defended against that!
Colin Hanks: He’s doing fine! Eddie has a steel chin, he might be opened up but he’s crisp.
Mystery Man: Yeah, he WILL be crispy if Tillman keeps burning him with those shots.
Jack goes back to what worked before and keeps the pressure on. He lands a few more of those nasty elbows, making sure even more blood flows out of Eddie’s head. Eddie lands a few punches of his own. Jack tries to go for his legs but just then Eddie sees a perfect opening and starts raining down huge elbows to the top and side of Jack’s head, in a quick attempt to get the bigger man off him! The crowd cheers him on!
Just then, the whistle blows again in order to end the 2nd round as the two men are still tangled up on the floor. Eddie gets on his knees and laughs right at Jack’s face before heading to his corner.
0:00
END OF ROUND 2
Both men are being worked on by medical staff, as blood is trickling down their faces. Eddie’s corner is telling him to try more overhands and try to use his left more, while Chris Constantine in Jack’s corner is letting Jack know he has this, and he needs to keep it on the ground.
Mystery Man: 3rd round coming up! This was definitely Jack’s round. His youth helped him keep Eddie down and land some sick shots with those elbows.
FBI: It’s the wrestler vs the striker boys, it will all come down to who’s better overall, it’s as simple as that.
Colin Hanks: I don’t think Crank expected such a huge barrage on the ground from Jack.
FBI: Me neither, but I think he learned very quickly that he’s quite dangerous once he takes him down.
Mystery Man: That’s IF he takes him down.
FBI: I guess we’ll find out,Round 3 boys, here … we … go!
ROUND 3
5:00
Jack and Eddie slowly make their way to the center of the Octagon again. Tillman is throwing faints, bobbing and weaving, while Eddie still has his guard down low, talking trash back at him. Eddie throws a kick to Jack’s mid-section meant to probe his defense more than damage him. Jack steps back a few times before leaping forward with a quick right hand which catches Eddie at the top of the head! Jack follows up with a quick left, trying to make use of Eddie’s low guard, but Eddie anticipates it and blocks it. Tillman then throws a right kick, attempting to hurt Eddie’s body, but Eddie catches it!
Mystery Man: Oh, what’s Eddie going to do here?
Colin Hanks: Is he going to sweep that leg?
FBI: He better not. Why in the world would he do that? It’s like Tillman wanting to run into Eddie’s pocket and get murked by his left.
Crank then tries to sweep the leg and gets Jack down on his back. Crank doesn’t go for the kill, but instead stands above Jack who has his feet up, waiting for Eddie to come in so he can perhaps counter with a few kicks. Eddie doesn’t feel confident enough to fight Tillman on the ground and motions for him to get up. Crank swings his foot and cracks Jack in the thigh a few times, which forces the bigger man to get up on his feet before Eddie does any further damage to his legs.
FBI: Silly move by Crank. Why take him down if you won’t pounce on him?
Colin Hanks: It was more of a statement in my opinion.
FBI: Great, you proved Jack Tillman that you can trip him. Breaking news: water is wet. Crank needs to spend that extra energy in that left of his, this should’ve been over by now.
Mystery Man: Tillman has a chin, Eddie knows it won’t be that easy. That time Jack spent on the floor was useful for Eddie. He’s gassed out, look at him.
FBI: They both are.
Jack switches his stance and looks for a weakness in Eddie’s guard. Jack throws a few left and right hooks of his own. The one aimed at Eddie’s chin doesn’t do any damage, but the one hitting him into his exposed rib cage does! Eddie doesn’t feel the pain at first, but after taking a few steps, he grimaces and holds his side, which gives Tillman the opportunity to rush Eddie into the cage while he’s hurt and land a few more body shots. He has his grip tightly around Crank while whaling down on his mid-section with heavy punches, as Eddie tries to get enough space and leverage to land a few knees to Jack’s mid-section, exposing an older damage point he made in the first round.
Eddie finally manages to wiggle out of the predicament and it’s not before he eats a stiff right punch by Tillman that forces him to stumble that the whistle sounds, signaling the end of round 3.
FBI: What a great showing by Tillman here.
Mystery Man: Jack is by far the biggest shocker Crank's had. He's such a silent force in the EWC, and apparently in MMA too.
Colin Hanks: Absolutely. The third round was split between the two, I loved the body shots from Jack and the take down from Eddie.
Both fighters are in their corners, getting some water and some much needed instructions. The medics clean up Eddie's face and Jack pours half a water bottle all over himself as the ref signals for the start of round 4.
Mystery Man: Round 4 kiddos! Crank is all smiles!
Colin Hanks: It's almost unnerving how calm and happy he is in that Octagon. He doesn't give a damn.
FBI: You don't believe that, do you?
END OF ROUND 3
0:00
FBI: What a great showing by Tillman here.
Mystery Man: Jack is by far the biggest shocker Crank's had. He's such a silent force in the EWC, and apparently in MMA too.
Colin Hanks: Absolutely. The third round was split between the two, I loved the body shots from Jack and the take down from Eddie.
Both fighters are in their corners, getting some water and some much needed instructions. The medics clean up Eddie's face and Jack pours half a water bottle all over himself as the ref signals for the start of round 4.
Mystery Man: Round 4 kiddos! Crank is all smiles!
Colin Hanks: It's almost unnerving how calm and happy he is in that Octagon. He doesn't give a damn.
FBI: You don't believe that, do you?
ROUND 4
5:00
Eddie wastes no time and moves in toward Jack Tillman. Jack throws a couple of punches, but both of them miss the mark. You can tell that both men are exhausted already, mainly due to the pressure they had to put on each other in the last round. Jack’s strikes are slower, his stance is not as sharp as it used to be. Meanwhile, Eddie is panting, it looks like he’s gassing out, but his punches are still sharp, still as fast as they used to be.
Jack goes back to what worked and goes for a take down!
Eddie defends against it perfectly and reverses his stance, making sure he’s unpredictable and avoids these take downs again.
Eddie has his guard down still, chin up, waiting for Jack to strike. He’s talking trash, taunting him, doing anything to get that counter punch in and he does! Jack goes for a strike, Eddie ducks it and strikes back almost as soon as Jack goes for it!
FBI: He’s so damn good at countering strikes. I swear, he can read distance like no one else on the planet.
Colin Hanks: I noticed that too!
Jack stumbles on one knee but pops back up and is backed at the cage by Eddie! Jack tries to go for some kind of take down but Eddie blocks it perfectly. He rushes him back into the cage. Crank starts landing shots and lands a stiff right hand to Jack’s temple.
FBI: Oh that one hurt him! Look in his eyes! His guard is low!
Jack is trying to guard against Eddie’s shots, but Eddie is relentless with lefts and rights, some of which Jack blocks but the rest land. Eddie then throws a few body shots, a few kicks to the leg and the body, wearing the Champion down. Jack is trying to get out of the pocket but is unable to. Eddie throws a right hand faint, exposing Jack’s guard and then follows up with a stick double punch! First a right that lands perfectly on the chin and then Eddie’s signature left hand shot! The light leaves Jack’s eyes, he’s out!
FBI: The round is almost over guys! They'll go into the 5th. Only less than 20 seconds on the clock!
Mystery Man: WATCH OUT!
FBI: He’s out! He’s out!
Colin Hanks: IT IS ALL OVER! HE GOT HIM! THE REF HAS TO STOP IT!
Mystery Man: OH … MY … GOD!
END OF ROUND 4
0:14
Eddie walks off of Jack casually and smiles as the crowd goes insane. Irish flags are flying in the air as Eddie’s entire team is celebrating on top of the Octagon. The ref is checking up on Jack who looks up at him and uses him to get back to his feet slowly. Constantine is in the Octagon, disputing the decision with the referee who tries to explain it to them.
Eddie's family is going berzerk in the audience at StrangleMania. Everyone enters the Octagon as Eddie gets off the cage and falls down on his knees, blood trickling down his face, as medical staff quickly try to stop the bleeding off his eyebrow.
His father places and Irish flag on his shoulders as Eddie kisses him on the forehead. Crank’s dad helps him up as he’s quickly embraced by his sister, his wife and his mother.
Just then, John McCarthy gathers both fighters in the middle of the Octagon as they stand on each of his sides. He grips both of their hands as Bruce Buffer prepares for the announcement.
Bruce Buffer: Ladies and Gentlemen … referee John McCarthy has called a stop to this contest at 4 minutes, 46 seconds of round number 4 … declaring the winner …. byyyyyy TKOOOOO. AAAAAAAAND NEEEEEEEW X-DIVISION CHAMPION … “THE WHIZZEEEER” EDDIEEE CRAAAAAAANK!!!!
The referee raises Eddie’s hand in the air as President Mac straps the X-Division Championship around his waist. His camp and his family are celebrating all around, hugging and kissing, while Jack exits the Octagon with Chris Constantine by his side.
Ace Heart quickly grabs a hold of Eddie Crank and tries to get his comments.
Ace Heart: Eddie …. Congratulations on capturing the X-Division Championship again in such a unique fashion. You put it --...
Eddie snatches the mic off of Ace and growls into it!
Eddie Crank: SURPRISE, SURPRISE MOTHERFOOKERS! THE KING IS BACK!!!
The crowd roars following Eddie's comment as Ace puts one hand around Eddie's shoulder, bringing him in closer to the mic.
Ace Heart: Eddie, your win tonight was nothing short of beautiful. Jack had you on your back in round 2, he performed extremely well through the whole fight and by God that kid's got a lot of fight in him, but you managed to finish the fight in round 4, how are you feeling?
Eddie Crank: Listen, Jack Tillman is a beast, ye? Let me be the first to say, if Chris Constantine has half a brain, and he doesn't, he'll go to the UFC with that freak. To be completely inexperienced in MMA and to go 4 rounds with me is fookin' impressive, mate. It doesn't happen.
That lad is damn good on the ground, but I figured him out. I figured him out in late round 2. I defended against his take downs, and he can’t stand with me in the pocket, it’s as simple as that. He's fantastic, I respect Jack for taking this fight in the first place, but he shouldn’t have been here with me, I said I was going to knock him out and I knocked him out. Me predictions always come true.
They talk and they talk and they talk about me lack of ground game, they talk about me cardio, but I can go all fookin’ day Ace I swear to God, all day I can go.
I knew that when he gets me down I can let him know it’s nothin’, and I knew me shots were landing and hurting him. The shots to the body hurt him bad. And then the precision with the left hand is what was his downfall.
Nobody can take that left hand shot! It’s as simple as that! Everyone breaks. And he broke.
Ace Heart: Eddie, thank you for a fantastic contest here tonight, you truly showed what StrangleMania is all about. Your new X-Division Champion - Eddie Crank ladies and gentlemen!!!
FBI: What a heartfelt moment here between Eddie and his mother.
Colin Hanks: We witnessed history here tonight boys, what a fantastic contest!
Mystery Man: I'm speechless. We still have two matches to go folks ... we're only getting started! Up next .. the legend, the president, the taco man .. all three in the ring at the same time. It's the end of an era as Xplode fights for one last time ... next!
Colin Hanks: We witnessed history here tonight boys, what a fantastic contest!
Mystery Man: I'm speechless. We still have two matches to go folks ... we're only getting started! Up next .. the legend, the president, the taco man .. all three in the ring at the same time. It's the end of an era as Xplode fights for one last time ... next!
PRE-RECORDING • | [Farewell Xplode | Danny Mac]
What Jaden means and has meant to the World of Wrestling cannot be summed up in words. He is someone that will forever be remembered as an ambassador to the sport. He and the EWC will forever be linked to each other. Jaden will go down as the greatest to ever do it. He is someone I respect a great deal, and I am proud to call him a friend and brother.
He will be missed, but never forgotten .. he is a true legend.
My friend, I can never repay you for all the good you have done for me, wrestling and the EWC. I am forever grateful to you, and I hope you enjoy this well earned retirement. You are the greatest of all time brother.
It is an absolute honor and a tremendous privilege to be the man you will face in your final match. Thank you for all that you have done for us, thank you for choosing to come to the EWC, and thank you for providing such an outstanding example for all to follow.
I cannot wait until we welcome you into the Hall of Fame
We will always and forever be .. our Champion
A Legend.
What Jaden means and has meant to the World of Wrestling cannot be summed up in words. He is someone that will forever be remembered as an ambassador to the sport. He and the EWC will forever be linked to each other. Jaden will go down as the greatest to ever do it. He is someone I respect a great deal, and I am proud to call him a friend and brother.
He will be missed, but never forgotten .. he is a true legend.
My friend, I can never repay you for all the good you have done for me, wrestling and the EWC. I am forever grateful to you, and I hope you enjoy this well earned retirement. You are the greatest of all time brother.
It is an absolute honor and a tremendous privilege to be the man you will face in your final match. Thank you for all that you have done for us, thank you for choosing to come to the EWC, and thank you for providing such an outstanding example for all to follow.
I cannot wait until we welcome you into the Hall of Fame
We will always and forever be .. our Champion
A Legend.
Hell In a Cell Match
President Mac Vs Xplode
Special Guest Ref: Shadow Man
Mystery Man: Welcome back to StrangleMania folks. What an incredible night it has been so far. We have seen some amazing matches, a couple surprising outcomes .. we've crowned three new champions so far tonight and we still have two absolutely massive matches on the way
Special Guest Ref: Shadow Man
Mystery Man: Welcome back to StrangleMania folks. What an incredible night it has been so far. We have seen some amazing matches, a couple surprising outcomes .. we've crowned three new champions so far tonight and we still have two absolutely massive matches on the way
Hanks: Very true, and now we get to one of the most anticipated matches of the night. A year ago, Xplode shocked the world when he announced that he would retire at StrangleMania.. in 2017. I don’t think that there was a soul in the industry who expected X to honor that announcement. He was the EWC Undisputed Champion, and had held that distinction for over a year at that point.
FBI: Xplode has been the top name in the sport for years, and tonight… the Era of X finally comes to an end. Win, lose or draw… Xplode will step into the ring for the final time. Let’s take a look at a some history of the Destroyer of Worlds… a man who will be known as the greatest Champion in the history of the sport…
As the video feed fades out, the fans begin to chant:
THANK YOU, X!!!
THANK YOU, X!!!
THANK YOU, X!!!
Hanks: That was amazing. Such an effective competitor. There will never be another like him. Tonight, he will step into a structure that he has re-defined. The Hell in a Cell is suspended of that ring, as two brothers square in a match that has sent shockwaves across the industry. President Mac and Xplode have literally been at the forefront of the business, and the duo have ushered in a new generation for the company. The EWC is widely known as the premier place to be, the big leagues, and that’s because of those two men. To even think about Danny Mac and Xplode facing one another is unthinkable… but unavoidable.
FBI: I agree. Sooner or later, egos would have to come into play. For years, President Mac has reigned supreme as the face of the company.
Hanks: …as he should. He is the boss after all.
FBI: Xplode has somehow changed all of that though. Even the harshest critics of the EWC will offer respect to the Destroyer of Worlds. Xplode is known to get rid of anyone who shares the limelight with him… and Mac has never been in this spot before as well. The world was not big enough for the both of these men to share the attention.
Hanks: Ladies and Gentlemen… I bring your attention to the stage area, as Nina Dobrev prepares to announce the match.
The feed pans to the stage and then to the cell that is suspended above the ring. Finally, we see Nina Dobrev. She is smiling as she brings the microphone to her lips…
Nina Dobrev: Tonight's special referee will be EWC Hall of Fame legend… SHADOW MAN!!!
Shadow Man raises his hand as the fans explode in cheers and chants
Nina Dobrev: And now the moment that you all are waiting for! The next match is scheduled for one fall. There will be no disqualification and it will be decided within the Hell in a Cell!!! Coming to the ring first, he is the President of the EWC! For years, he has been at the forefront of the business, elevating it to heights never before seen! Please welcome, DANNY…. MAAAAAAAAAC!!!
Explosions rock the arena as President Mac arrives, driving a black Pontiac GTO!!! The fans cheer him on as the vehicle pulls up to a stop, the driver's side door swinging open! Stepping out of the car, Mac raises hsi fist and cracks his neck as he walks down the ramp-way and slides into the ring! "Coming undone" by Korn plays loudly as he bounces from rope to rope, his expression focused.
Hanks: Hell of an entrance by the boss there. We don’t see him often so when we do, it’s usually memorable. Danny Mac is a legend in the business. While most known him as the President of the EWC, Mac also has a fantastic history as a competitor!
FBI: For once, I agree with you. Danny is as dangerous as it gets in that ring. Age is a factor for him however. Will it be tonight?
The fans continue to cheer as Mac paces the ring. He adjusts his elbow pad and looks up at the cell that is suspended above the ring. The lights slowly begin to dim down now…
Nina Dobrev: ….and his opponent….
The feed pans to the stage.
The fans cheer loudly…..
The sound of boots taping against steel flooring are heard as smoke billows from the stage area! The crowd begins to mumble amongst themselves now as a lone man emerges from the entrance, a dark hood hiding his face. He is wearing black leather pants… and a black hooded sweater.
FBI: Is that who I think it is??!!!
As the smoke continues to billow forward, the man slowly raises his head, sending the entire arena into a frenzy!!!!
FBI: IT IS!!! IT’S OBLIVION!!!! OBLIVION IS HERE!!!
Hanks: Holy Hell! Oblivion… also known as Toby Hunter… the brother of Xplode as arrived in the EWC!! Oblivion is a hall of famer and legend in many organizations! He has not been seen in 10 years!! Tonight, the big dog has returned from the abyss!!!
The fans go crazy as Oblivion looks from left to right, his facial features now noticeable but still partially covered by a thick fog. As the crowd continues to cheer.. he speaks.
Oblivion: It’s.. It’s time.
The fans scream loudly as Oblivion pauses a moment!!! He raises his hand and points to the ring.
Oblivion: The countdown has finally ended. Bring on the dogs of war and let them ravage the landscape. Unleash the rivers of blood and purify the souls of the worthy. It is the end of days. BEWARE STRANGLEMANIA… for the Destroyer of Worlds has finally ARRIVED!!!
The arena lights suddenly shut off, leaving the arena in complete darkness!!!
Hanks: WOW!!! What next?!!!
Suddenly, we hear the roar of many motorcycles blazing to life!!!! Headlights illuminate, and beam out from the stage area! We now see an entire fleet of bikers, their faces hidden behind dark masks with an image of a skull painted upon them!! They rev their engines a few more times and then blast forward, driving full speed towards the ring as the crowd screams with excitement! President Mac continues to stretch in the ring as the bikers circle the ring and come to a stop at ringside. On the stage, Oblivion is seated on a motorcycle. He nods at President Mac and then slowly turns to focus on the entrance…
“I stand alone” by Godsmack begins to play!!!
The crowd stands up and cheers!!!
Stepping through the entrance… Ruthann Parks and Tara Michaels emerge!!!
FBI: Wait… aren’t they enemies??!!!!
Hanks: If the two of them have found common ground.. it would have to be tonight at StrangleMania!!
Both women walk to the edge of the stage and stop as the crowd cheers them on. Tara nods at Ruthann and steps aside. The volume of the theme song slowly fades out. Ruthann raises a microphone:
Ruthann: Ladies and Gentlemen, my husband, the Destroyer of Worlds… XPLODE!!!!
A loud explosion erupts from the stage, and a large X bursts into flames above the stage! On the right, we see Godsmack playing live! They jam hard on the guitar as Xplode emerges from the entrance to a hail of cheers! Xplode stops at the stage area and shakes Tara’s hand. He then kisses Ruthann, only to walk over to the band and nod his head as the leader singer, Sully, sings Xplode’s theme song proudly!! Satisfied, Xplode walks away now and heads towards the ring!!
“I Stand Alone” by Godsmack begins to play! The crowd stands up to their feet as the arena lights fade to a crimson red! The excitement in the arena is palpable as a thunderous rumble emanates from the stands.
The crowd continues to shout loudly. Stepping out into view, Xplode looks out at the fans with a smirk on his face. He looks ripped, sweat dripping down the sides of his forehead. His hands are heavily taped and a thick knee brace is buckled over his right knee.
Now out unto the stage, Xplode looks out at the fans. Walking to the ramp, he pauses for only a moment before he proceeds down to the ring. Behind him, above the stage, a zoomed in image of his determined face is highlighted within a red spotlight. His head held high with pride as the fans reach out to touch him. Arriving at ringside, Xplode rolls under the bottom rope and walks to center ring. Xplode ascends a nearby turnbuckle and flexes for the fans, his face beaming determination and anger as a light show sprinkles down on to him from above!
Hanks: What an amazing entrance! Xplode… the greatest of all time. I would expect nothing less from that man, as he prepares to compete for the last time in his career… here at StrangleMania!
The crowd continues to cheer loudly as Xplode stares at Danny Mac. Mac glares back at him, shaking his head in frustration. Xplode slowly approaches Mac and stop at center ring. Mac does the same and both men stand face to face! The arena is nuts from the cheers and both of the men slowly raise their heads, as they watch the cell approach the ring… until if envelopes them and locks into place with an ominous clanking sound!
Xplode smacks hard on a piece of gum as he smirks at Mac. Mac steps back cautiously as Shadow Man checks the cage. He then orders that the door be chained and locked. Xplode never takes his eyes off of Mac. Shadow Man looks at both men and calls for the bell!!
DING DING DING!
FBI: This is it. These two men are going to blow the roof off of this place. Two weeks ago, Xplode made his intentions clear that he means to destroy Mac when he tricked the President into accepting this match. He then bloodied the President viciously, taking their relationship in a completely different direction. Mac will have to put his respect for that man aside. Brothers will have to fight as enemies.
Hanks: Mac has done what he could to calm Xplode down. He has been the true friend here. Now, he will need to teach X a lesson and draw a line in the sand. He must put an end to the Destroyer of Worlds!
Mystery Man: Can he though? It is no secret that Xplode is in less than prime physical shape. Mac isn’t either however after the attack on Brawl. His stitches are still fresh. Plus there is the mental battle that Mac will have to ignore. The man who will stand before him was his closest friend. Mac will have to put aside his deep feelings of loyalty. Tonight... it’s kill or be killed.
FBI: …and here we go.
Both men circle one another for a moment as the fans cheer. Mac looks frustrated as he grits his teeth. He stops in his tracks and approaches X, offering a handshake. X looks down at the hand… and then he slaps it away! The fans scream as X pounds his chest and then proceeds to slap Mac across the face!!!
Mystery Man: WOW!!!!
Hanks: Come on, X. Show some respect!!! This is StrangleMania!
FBI: Exactly. This is StrangleMania.. and no man understands that greater than X. X is a genius in that ring. He will attempt to get in to the head of Mac at every opportunity.
Mac shakes off the slap and cracks his jaw. He then steps back and circles the ring once more. Mac fakes a lunge at X, causing X to go into a defensive posture. Laughing, Mac circles once more… and then he rushes X, locking up!!! The fans scream with anticipation, as both men remain locked up, leaning into one another! Mac slowly backs X into the corner of the ring. X finds himself against the turnbuckle, as Mac shoves him hard, and follow it up with a hard slap across X’s chest!! The fans flinch as Mac chops X once more.. and then again.. each time sending a loud slapping noise out of the cage!!
Mac sets X up by pushing against him once more. He bring a hand back only for X to counter him! X head butts Mac and then yanks back on him, driving Mac face first into the turnbuckle padding!! Mac stumbles backwards, caught off guard as Xplode lunges on to him, driving his knuckles into the bandages upon Mac’s forehead! Xplode rips off the bandages now and punches him in the wound, popping it wide open! A stream of blood trickles forth, pouring down the side of Macs’ head!!
Hanks: Mac is busted wide open again! This will make the job harder! Excellent game plan by X here.
FBI: This is the Hell in a Cell. Anything goes. This can only get worse.
Mac stumbles across the ring, wiping the blood from his eye. Xplode rushes him from behind and drives his shoulder into the back of Mac’s knee! Mac hits the mat as Xplode rises back up once more! He then proceeds to stomp Mac over and over as the fans really get into it!! X then grabs the head of President Mac and brings him to his feet! X then Irish Whips Mac to the ropes and lower his head, sending Mac up and over… and landing on to his back with a sickening thud!!!
Mystery Man: You know.. I think President Mac is holding back here! He doesn’t want to hurt Xplode??!!
Hanks: I think so too….
FBI: Mac needs to let go or he will never survive this match! X is not holding back at all!
Holding his back, Mac sits up, only to be driven hard into the mat with a baseball slide by X! Mac rolls in agony as X is back on him, driving his knuckles into his flesh! Mac’s has bloodied the mat as he struggles to break free. Finally, Mac gouges X in the eyes, sending the Destroyer of Worlds rolling away in shock.
Getting back to his feet, Mac uses the ropes to stable himself. He turns and sees Xplode rushing him, and he quickly drops down while holding the top rope! Xplode can’t recover in time as he goes flying over the top rope… and face first into the steel cage!!! The fans scream as Xplode slinks to the ringside area, his eyes glossed over!
Still shrugging off the pain, Mac slowly gets backs to his feet. He wipes the blood out of his eyes and walks over to the ropes. Xplode quickly attacks him, grabbing his legs and yanking him under the bottom rope! Both men unload on one another now, with left and right fists!! Finally, Mac grabs Xplode by the head and drives him faces first once again into the cage!! Mac grabs X once more, only to be reverse and sent into the metal steps with a loud bang!! Mac tumbles over the metal steps and to the other side of the ring as Xplode drops to one knee!!
Hanks: These two are really letting it all out here tonight!
FBI: Something is wrong with X…. look!
Xplode tries to get back up but his legs give out from under him. He seems to be favoring his chest as he doubles over at ringside! Mac sees this and is immediately concerned! He rushes to Xplode side to check on his well being! X shakes his head and shoves Mac away!! The fans scream as Xplode kicks Mac in the gut! He them grabs Mac and Irish Whips him into the newly exposed ring post!!! Mat hits the metal hard and bounces off of it!!
Hanks: THAT’S DESPICABLE!!!
FBI: That’s how you win.
Still holding his chest, Xplode grabs Mac and slowly rolls him back into the ring. X takes a deep breath and nods at the fans. He then follows Mac into the ring and covers for the pin..
Shadow Man:
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Xplode rolls away, wiping the sweat off of his forehead. Mac remains on his back, breathing hard with a crimson mask! Glancing at Mac, Xplode grits his teeth and rises up once more. He stalks Mac and waits as the EWC President slowly rises once more. Now on his feet, Mac turns to face X as X grabs him! Mac counters quickly in a display of ring awareness, and he quickly yanks on X and DDT’s him into the mat with a hard bounce!!! Mac quickly covers for the pin…
Shadow Man:
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TW- Kick Out!!!
Hanks: Excellent reversal by Mac there. Xplode is hurt… and Mac needs to capitalize on that.
Mac grabs Xplode and helps him to his feet. He punches X in the head once… then twice. Scooping X up, Mac uses a running body slam, driving the former undisputed champion into the mat hard! Mac runs to the ropes and uses them for momentum. Xplode quickly kicks up to his feet but is once again driven into the mat by a spinning elbow to the face by Mac!!
Mac grabs X and sets him up. A quick knee to the gut stuns X now. Grabbing X around the waist, Mac lifts X and drives him into the mat with a stiff backdrop. Mac then covers X once more…
Shadow Man:
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Tw- Kick out by Xplode!!
FBI: Mac is trying to end this quickly. He is still holding back.
Mystery Man: This could play against him. Xplode is dangerous…
Grabbing Xplode by the head, Mac hooks the arm and lifts X into the air for a stalling suplex! X remains up in the air… but then he wiggles free, landing on his feet! Mac is just a second quicker however as he kicks Xplode in the gut and lifts him into the air with a gutwrench powerbomb! X hits the mat hard but has the awareness to roll out of the ring, landing at ringside! Mac watches him, shaking his head.
Sliding out of the ring, Mac approaches Xplode. He watches X as X struggles to get back up, his legs failing him. ShadowMan is shown in the ring, pleading for Mac to back away from Xplode. Refusing to listen, Danny Mac grabs X and helps him to his feet! He twists X around… and is shoved away by Xplode!!! Xplode then drives his knee into the face of President Mac, lifting him up after and powerbombing him into the ring apron!!!
Hanks: HOLY SHIT!!! HE JUST FOLDED PRESIDENT MAC!!!
Mac hits the apron, his exposed flesh colliding with metal! He then falls to the concrete floor as Xplode collapses in exhaustion! Neither man makes a move as the fans really get behind the both of them now!! ShadowMan checks on each man, a look of concern on his face as his two close friends remain out cold..
Mystery Man: ShadowMan has completely lost control of this match. This match is amazing.
Hanks: It’s a constant game of back and forth between these two men. Who will be the winner?!!
Xplode is the first to attempt to get to his feet. He glances at Shadow Man as Shadow Man pleads for him to get back into the ring. Xplode nods and stumbles away… and then he drops to one knee. Lifting the apron, he slowly removes a folded up table!!!! Using what little energy that he has left, Xplode slides the table into the ring. He then rolls into the ring after it as the fans cheer loudly. Xplode lifts the table and sets up the legs, sliding it to the center of the ring…
FBI: Here we go… classic Xplode.
President Mac is now on his feet, his skin now a sickening dark red. He also searches for something under the ring. Xplode sees this and rushes to him. He grabs Mac from over the ropes and pulls on him… until Mac hits him with a fire extinguisher over the head!!! Xplode immediately releases him and lands flat on his back!!
Mystery Man: WOW!!!! I DIDN’T SEE THAT COMING!!
FBI: Neither did X…
X recovers quickly, rolling over on to his side. Mac tosses the fire extinguisher aside and climbs up the exterior of the ring. He stands on the side, holding the ropes as he yells at Xplode to get back up! Planting his hands, Xplode slowly does. HE plants a foot and gets to his feet. Unaware of what is about to happen, Xplode takes a deep breath, his muscles quivering. He turns around as the fans warn him, only for Mac to show his dazzling talent! Hopping on to the top rope in a display of agility, Mac launches off of the ropes and flies into the air!
Hanks: LOOK AT THAT!!! SUPER-MAC!!!!
Mac shoots towards Xplode…. And is caught in mid air by the Destroyer of Worlds!!!
FBI: Xplode has him!!!!
Xplode stumbles backwards with Mac in his arms! Xplode uses his massive upper body strength as he flings Mac up and over his head…. On to the table!!!! Mac hits the table hard and shatters it, and is left lying in the wooden debris!! Xplode falls to his rear end as he breathes hard… he is completely spent!!
THIS IS AWESOME!!!!
THIS IS AWESOME!!!!
THIS IS AWESOME!!!
THIS IS AWESOME!!!
Hanks: Mac is out cold!!! Xplode needs to press the attack now!!! It’s hard to picture Mac regaining himself after colliding with that table like that!!
FBI: Xplode looks worse for wear though. Both men have given their all tonight. Both men are completely exhausted. Who will dig deeper? Who wants it more?!!
The camera shows both men in the ring, each one breathing hard and lying on the mat. Finally, Xplode rolls over as he crawls towards President Mac. Reaching his former friend, Xplode drapes a arm over Mac. Shadow Man looks stressed beyond comprehension as he slides to the mat..
Shadow Man:
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THRE- KICK OUT BY PRESIDENT MAC!!!
Xplode rolls away, his eyes frustrated and enraged! Grabbing his chest, Xplode slowly gets up and limps towards the ropes. Holding the ropes, he raises one hand… and signals for the end..
Mystery Man: Xplode is calling for the DropZone…. A maneuver that he has used to many times in the past to end the greatest names in the business. Can this be it?!!
Shadow Man pleads with X to back away. X continues to taunt Mac, begging for him to get back up! Slowly, Mac climbs out of the wreckage. Wooden particles fall from his body as he uses the ropes to get back up! Glaring at Xplode, he refuses to back down as he stumbles forward. Stopping to catch his breath, Mac looks at his best friend. He then steps forward one more time…. And is kicked in the gut and doubles over! Xplode hooks the arms and leaps into the air!
Xplode nails the Drop Zone!!!!
FBI: IT’S OVER!!! XPLODE HIS HIT THE DROP ZONE!!! PIN HIM!!!!
President Mac doesn’t move as Xplode sits next to him, a evil smirk spreading across his face. He casually rolls over and pins Mac.
Shadow Man:
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Xplode lifts Mac’s head, ending the three count!!!
Hanks: WHY?!!!!
Xplode lifts Mac back to his feet. He hooks the arms and nails the Drop Zone…. Again!!! Shadow Man yells at Xplode to pin Mac. After laughing, Xplode places a boot on Mac’s chest.
Shadow Man:
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THR...
Xplode removes his boot and walks away, ending the count once again!! Shadow Man gets in Xplode’s face and yells at him, begging for the match to come to an end. Breathing hard, Xplode holds the ropes and glares at President Mac with a sadistic smile.
Hanks: Xplode can end this now. This could play against him. He needs to put an end to this.
FBI: Xplode’s hatred for President Mac will not allow him to do the right thing here. He wants to punish Danny Mac for everything that he has done to him. This is Xplode’s night.
Sliding out of the ring, Xplode grabs a metal folding chair. He throws it into the ring. He then reaches back under… and removes a sledgehammer.
Hanks: OH SHIT!!
Rolling into the ring, Xplode holds the sledgehammer over his head!
He waits for Mac to get back up like a snake stalking it’s prey! Shadow Man steps in front of him but X shoves him away! Finally, Shadow Man yanks the hammer out of Xplode’s hand!! Xplode is enraged as he steps up to ShadowMan!! Both men yell at one another!
Out of nowhere, Mac rushes with the metal chair in his hand!! He brings it down hard upon the head… of Shadow Man… as Xplode ducks out of the way!!! Shadow Man falls to the mat as Mac stands there in shock! Xplode kicks Mac in the gut and nails the Drop Zone!!! He covers for the pin….
There is no pin count….
Xplode slaps his hand down on the mat for the: One…Two…. Three! The fans count along with him but there is no referee to make it official! Rolling away, Xplode walks over to ShadowMan and slaps him around, doing his best to wake up the EWC legend! Finally, Shadow Man stirs to life and nods his head! Xplode turns around… and his hit in the gut by the sledgehammer, swung hard by President Mac!!!
Mystery Man: OUCH!!!!!!
Mac brings the hammer down again… and again… on to the back of Xplode!! Xplode screams in pain as Mac tosses the hammer aside and hooks the leg for the pin..
Shadow Man:
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THRE- Kick out by Xplode!!!!
Slamming his fits into the mat, Mac gets up and looks for the metal chair! Shadow Man pleads for Mac to put the chair down but he refuses. Mac walks over to Xplode and swings the chair hard, bringing it down on Xplode again… and again… and again… until the chair is twisted and bent beyond repair! Mac covers for the pin. ShadowMan stares in disbelief as Mac orders him to start the count!!
Shadow Man:
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THRE- KICK OUT BY XPLODE!!!!
Hanks: Xplode refuses to give up! Despite the damage… despite the pain…. Xplode is fueled by revenge!! How long can he hold out?!! How long can this continue?!!!
Mac rolls out of the ring now. Staying on the apron, He ascends the turnbuckle. The fans begin to scream as Mac signals for his finisher… the Mac Attack!!
FBI: THAT’S IT!!! NO ONE HAS EVER RECOVERED FROM THE MAC ATTACK!!
Completely exhausted, Mac slowly hooks the leg for the pin….
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ShadowMan stops counting!! The fans scream as Mac looks up at him, anger in his eyes!! Mac points at the ropes and we see that Xplode somehow draped his foot on the bottom rope, ending the pin!!! Rolling away, Mac looks around the arena.
THIS IS AWESOME!!!
THIS IS AWESOME!!!!!
THIS IS AWESOME!!!!
Standing up to his feet. Mac looks on as Xplode rolls over. He is shaking, spit dripping from his mouth. He tries to stand back up but falls back down to the mat, holding his chest. He tries to stand up once more…. But the end result is the same… as Xplode hits the mat hard. Shaking his head, Mac walks over to Xplode, looking down at him. Xplode looks up at his former friend. He slowly raises his hand…. And flips off Mac in an act of defiance!!!
The fans cheer loudly!!!
Infuriated, Mac grabs Xplode and yanks him to his feet! Xplode counters by kicking him in the gut!! Xplode hooks the arms but Mac slides out, spinning around into a DDT set up! Xplode slides his head out and spins Mac around, lifting him into the air for a backdrop! Mac breaks free in mid swing and lands on his feet!!
Mac nails his finisher…. The Peg City Stunner!!!!!
Xplode his the mat hard as Mac falls down upon him! The entire arena stands up to their feet as Shadow Man slides down for the pin….
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Carter: XPLODE KICKED OUT!! HOW??!! WHAT WILL IT TAKE TO DEFEAT HIM??!!
FBI: Xplode is giving his all tonight! This is it... his final war in that ring! He is determined to leave it all out there... to finish how he started in the EWC....
Rolling away, Mac looks around the arena, his eyes wide open! The frustration in his facial expression is evident as he glances at Shadow Man, screaming in his direction! The fans begin to stand up now, their full attention on the action in the ring! Punching the mat, President Mac slowly rises up once more. He looks around the ring, equal parts rage and desperation on his face! Shadow Man talks to him but Mac shoves him away as he walks across the ring. Mac leans against the ropes and catches his breath, wiping the blood out of his eyes. The fans cheer loudly for Xplode, begging him to rise..
.....and he does.
FBI: Xplode.... Xplode is up! Xplode has just rolled on to his side and is fighting to stand up once again! That is the spirit of a warrior.... he has earned my respect tonight.
Mystery Man: Yet... Mac is waiting for him. Xplode can't possibly have anything left in the tank! This has to be it!
Xplode plants his boot and looks up at Mac who is still leaning on the turnbuckle post. Mac shouts at him and tells him to "stay down", but Xplode slowly raises his hand.... flipping him off!!
Hanks: LOOKS AT THAT!!! OH WOW!!!
FBI: Vintage Xplode...
Mac shakes his head in frustration, spitting on to the ringside area! Xplode begins to get up as Mac charges him. Mac grabs Xplode by the head and forcibly brings him to his feet. Mac drags Xplode ot the center of the ring as Shadow Man circles the duo.
Mac hooks the arm and looks around the arena...
Shadow Man shouts at President Mac to have mercy.....
In a display of pure tenacity, Mac pulls back and begins to lift Xplode off of his feet......
Xplode slides out...... kicks President Mac in the gut immediately after, doubling him over!!! The fans stand up and scream, knowing what comes next!!
Mystery Man: LOOK AT THIS!!!!
Xplode hooks Mac's arm, dragging him to the center of the ring! In one powerful effort, Xplode hops into the air with Danny Mac in tow, slamming Mac face first into the mat with Xplode's finisher... The Drop Zone!!! Mac collides with the mat as Xplode drives him down hard, smashing bone matter into the mat! Both men tumble to the mat, exhausted as Shadow Man slides down to the mat! The fans scream....
Xplode crawls over to PResident Mac...
Mac lays there, his chest heaving....
Xplode raises his arm... he is exhausted. He reaches out, draping his shaking arm over the torso of President Mac! Shadow Man lifts his hand as Xplode goes for the pin...
Shadow Man:
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Xplode lifts his head, his eyes are glazed over. He looks at Shadow Man....
Shadow Man: THREE!!!!!!
The entire arena erupts as the fans rush the crowd barrier! In the ring, Xplode nods at Shadow Man and then looks down at President Mac, his face pouring with sweat and flush with exhaustion. Shadow Man rushes to Xplode's side and tries to help him to his feet. Shadow Man lifts Xplode's hand in victory as the fans bow and cheer. The camera pans around the arena and we see some fans crying while others are jumping up and down, lost in the excitement of the match!
Nina Dobrev: This winner of this match.... XPLODE!!!!
Mac remains on the mat, breathing heavily. Xplode points at Mac and asks Shadow Man to check on him as Xplode's theme song begins to play. Shadow Man does just that, and he begins to lift President Mac to his feet. Leaning against the ropes, Xplode nods at Mac. Mac walks towards Xplode.... and the two embrace.
Mystery Man: And there it is…. Respect. Both men gave their all tonight. This is a fitting end to an era.
All three announcers rise up from their chairs and show their respect…
All of the fans stand up and show their respect.
THANK YOU, X!!!
THANK YOU, X!!!
Both men continue to embrace as Shadow Man joins them. They stay in the center of the ring for a time. Finally, Mac pats Xplode on the shoulder and exits the ring. Shadow Man follows him. Xplode takes a deep breath and looks around at the fans. Wiping the sweat from his eyes, he paces for a moment before turning and raising his arms, flexing for the fans! The fans eat it up, cheering loudly!
Hanks: There he is… the greatest of all time. This truly is the end of an era. Tonight, he truly put on a show for these fans. He has always had the heart of a champion. Never willing to give up. Always finding that one shred of heart that would enable him to stay in the fight. There will never be another like him again. Thank you, Xplode.
Turning to face each side of the ring, Xplode pounds his chest and offers respect to the fans. Slowly, he removes his elbow pad and places it in the center of the ring. Xplode walks across the ring and drops down, sliding out of the ring now.
At that moment, Drake makes his way down the ramp, as does Griffin, then Crank, one by one, all one hundred members of the EWC Roster, including BRAWL, RAMPAGE, FSW and PRIME have all come from backstage and are clapping for Xplode
Walking up the rampway Xplode is taken back. He has a very emotional look on his face as he shakes hands with each roster member, thanking them.
Xplode looks forward as the fans continue to cheer for him. Reaching the stage, Xplode turns and looks around the arena once more. The fans continue to cheer for him and chant his name as he nods his head. The entire roster continue to clap and cheer on Xplode. Xplode thanks them all once more
He then turns … and heads backstage. His career has finally come to an end.
MAIN EVENT
Undisputed EWC Championship
60 Minute Iron Man Match
60 Minute Iron Man Match
Griffin Hawkins Vs Drake
Mystery Man: What a truly incredible moment that was for Xplode. Such a perfect sendoff for the legend
FBI: He is going out the same way he started, with a victory
Hanks: It's hard to imagine what the Wrestling World will be like without it's greatest athlete .. but two men are about to square off right now, both of them hoping to carve out a similar career to Xplode
Mystery Man: With three new Champions being crowned already here tonight .. will Griffin make it number four? or will Drake hold off the Rampage star and retain as Champion? It looks like we are about ready now, Nina is back down here and the main event stage is set
Mystery Man: What a truly incredible moment that was for Xplode. Such a perfect sendoff for the legend
FBI: He is going out the same way he started, with a victory
Hanks: It's hard to imagine what the Wrestling World will be like without it's greatest athlete .. but two men are about to square off right now, both of them hoping to carve out a similar career to Xplode
Mystery Man: With three new Champions being crowned already here tonight .. will Griffin make it number four? or will Drake hold off the Rampage star and retain as Champion? It looks like we are about ready now, Nina is back down here and the main event stage is set
Nina Dobrev: Ladies and Gentlemen the following contest is a SIXTY MINUTE IRON MAN MATCH!!! And is YOUR EWC STRANGLEMANIA MAIN EVENT OF THE EVENING!!!
“YYYYEEEEEAAAAHHHHHHH!!!”
Nina Dobrev: It is Champion vs Champion… The United States Champion Griffin Hawkins from Rampage… vs… The International and UNDISPUTED Heavyweight Champion of the World! DRAKE!!!
“YYYYEEEEAAAAHHHHHH!!!”
The lights suddenly go down
The spotlight shines on a young man who seems to be playing a guitar on stage. After playing a long interrupted solo...he strokes the guitar in one fell swoop, setting off the pyro's on stage! The lights come on to reveal Griffin Hawkins! He has his guitar in hand as "Made In Hell" by Rob Halford blasts in. He walks down the ramp, carrying his guitar as he slaps hands with a few fans. Signs reading "Griffin Rocks!" and "EWC gets Metal!" are seen as he comes down the ramp. He sets his guitar by the steps and gets in the ring.
He then proceeds to get on the ropes, raising the devil horns in the air as the crowd cheers him on. Soon he gets off the ropes, taking off his denim vest with various band patches on it off and sets it out of the ring. He gets out of the ring and goes to the front row, putting his aviator sunglasses on a young fan.
After he gets in the ring, he waits for his opponent.
The lights fade to a dark grey, and the arena becomes silent instantly. The video screen above the entrance flickers to life, showing an image of a hooded man, his eyes ready for battle. The fans erupt into a frenzy as the man removes the hood, revealing his face.
Explosions rocket from the stage, catching the fans off guard as "The Vengeful One" by Disturbed begins to play! Stepping into view, Drake runs to the end of the stage and crouches, looking out into the sea of fans. There is a sarcastic smile on his face, as he shakes his head, overwhelmed by the fans around him!
Nodding his head, Drake hops up to his feet and cranks his arm. He then heads down the rampway and runs towards the ring as the fans cheer him on. His dark pupils stare at the ring as the arena explodes around him. Arriving at ringside, Drake hops up to the ring apron and remains in place.. looking out at the fans around him. He then walks along the outside of the ring and ascends the turnbuckle, looking out at the fans as they offer their support! Drake slowly unbuckles his championship and raises it above his head for all to see!
Nodding his head once again, Drake enters the ring and slowly struts around, his arms held out as he soaks up the fans' responses. His theme song slowly fades out as Drake ascends a turnbuckle, finding a seat on the top pad. The fans continue to cheer as the theme song comes to an end.
Drake takes off the Undisputed Title and hands it to the Referee who holds it up in the middle of the ring.
Nina Dobrev: Ladies and Gentlemen this match is for the UNDISPUTED HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP OF THE WORLD!!!
“YYYYYEEEEEAAAAHHHHHH!!!”
Nina Dobrev: Introducing first the Challenger… From Las Angeles, California… He weighed in this morning at 227 pounds! Representing Rampage, He is the EWC UNITED STATES CHAMPION! GRIFFIN… HAWKINS!!!
The crowd pops for Griffin as he raises up his hands with his US title in hand.
Nina Dobrev: And now Ladies and Gentlemen, from Brooklyn New York. He weighed in this morning at 210 pounds… Representing Brawl, He is the REINING… and DEFENDING… UNDISPUTED HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPION OF THE WORLD!!! DRAKE!!!
Drake stands on the turnbuckle raising his arms up, with his palms open wide and the crowd ERUPTS!!!
Mystery Man: You can like him or hate him… but there are a lot of Ashton Drake fans in the arena tonight.
FBI: Griffin has his work cut out for him.
DING DING DING!
Hanks: And the clock has started!
Iron Man Match: 60 min
Griffin Hawkins: 0
Drake: 0
And we are off, both Drake and Hawkins start things off slow as they circle each other around the ring. Drake starts talking to Griffin, and the two slowly meet in the middle of the ring, one can only wonder what the two are talking about.
Mystery Man: I would love to be apart of that conversation right now.
FBI: You would? I’m much more comfortable out here.
Griffin shrugs his shoulders and the two men back away from each other for a moment, and then they tie up! Drake quickly takes control, locking in a side headlock! Hawkins tries to counter by shoving him into the ropes, but Drake holds onto the head like a vice! They move to the ground where Drake turns it into a front face lock! Griffin knows exactly where he is at in the ring though and he grabs the bottom rope, and Drake breaks the hold.
Hanks: You can tell that Griffin is prepared for this match, he knows exactly where he is at in the ring at all times!
FBI: A veteran move.
Hawkins gets back up to his feet, shaking his head almost laughing that Drake got the better of him. The two once again lock up in the collar and elbow but Hawkins quickly ducks out of it, and he shoves Drake into the ropes but Drake grabs ahold of them and stops his momentum! Pointing to his head and smiling neither man seems to be able to get the better of the other so far. The two meet in the middle again and begin jawing, but this time it seems to get a little more intense, more and more by the second!
Mystery Man: So much for mutual respect!
Griffin shoves Drake, who stumbles back a few steps, his back turned to Hawkins. He smiles to himself shaking his head, he turns around and SHOT IN THE DARK!!!
FBI: HOLY SHIT!!!
The crowd ERUPTS as Griffin hooks the leg!
“ONE!!!”
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“TWO!!!”
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“THRE—OHHHHHH!!!” Kickout!!!
Mystery Man: Too early!!! But he damn near caught Drake sleeping!!!
Drake lays on the mat dazed and confused…
Hanks: I don’t know if Drake even knows where he is at right now… that kickout might have just been out of instinct.
With Griffin standing looking down at the fallen Drake waving for him to get up, Drake rolls out of the ring.
FBI: That’s okay… take a walk, nothing wrong with that.
As Drake stands with his hands on his knees, Hawkins comes at the ropes!
Mystery Man: And HAWKINGS is flying right at us!!!
The two men crash to the arena floor! But Hawkins gets back up to his feet, filled with adrenalin! Drake still trying to recover from that superkick, dazed. Hawkins picks up Drake and SLAMS his face down on the announcers table!
FBI: Oh come on! Not tonight… NOT TONIGHT!
You can hear Hawkins shouting something at FBI, but it’s inaudible. Hawkins, picks Drake up on his shoulder, and runs and slams Drake down on the announcer’s table with a running powerslam!
Mystery Man: The champion is right here infront of us.
Hanks: I don’t know about you guys… but I think it’s time to go!
You can hear the announce team drop their head sets, as Hawkins gets back in the ring. He climbs the turnbuckle. Steadies himself, and then jumps off and lands an elbow drop on Drake crashing through the table!!! The Crowd goes completely bonkers!!!
“YES!!!”
“YES!!!”
“YES!!!”
“YES!!!”
“YES!!!”
Hawkins, holding his ribs appears to have hurt himself a little as well, but he slowly rolls back into the ring, as the ref starts the count once again.
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Mystery Man: Drake has not moved a muscle.
Hanks: You can’t win the title this way!
FBI: This is an Iron Man match you idiot! A count out counts as a fall!
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Drake makes it to the ring apron, and tries to pull himself up…
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NINE!
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He collapses and falls back down!
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Mystery Man: I don’t believe it! The first fall has already happened and it goes to Griffin Hawkins!
Hanks: A count out fall…
FBI: Still counts.
The ref calls for the bell, indicating a fall! He signals one point to Hawkins! And then Griffin heads back outside and rolls in Drake, who is still almost limp. He covers him looking for a second fall!
ONE!!!
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TWO!!!
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KICKOUT!!!
Mystery Man: He kicked out again!
Griffin slams his hands on the mat in frustration.
Iron Man Match: 45 Min
Griffin Hawkins: 1
Drake: 0
FBI: This match still has a long ways to go.
Hawkins grabs Drake and locks him in a rear chin lock!
Mystery Man: Drake who is already reeling ever since that Superkick needs air to bounce back, this is a great strategy from Hawkins.
Drake struggles to get air, and slowly looks like he is going to sleep…
Hanks: Oh my, Hawkins could have another one here!
The ref goes and raises Drake’s hand once!
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It falls!
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He raises it a second time!
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Falls!
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Raises it a third time….
Mystery Man: Griffin Hawkins is on the verge of taking a two score lead on the defending champion!
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DRAKE HOLDS HIS ARM UP!!!
The crowd ERUPTS!!!
Slowly Drake starts to make it to his feet! He gives Hawkins three elbow shots to the mid section! Griffin releases his hold on Drake, and Drake responds with three blows to the skull! He grabs Hawkins and bounces him off the ropes! But before he can send him Drake grabs ahold of Hawkins hair and SLAMS him to the ground!!!
Hanks: OHHH!!!
Drake takes a few steps and pulls the strands of hair out of his fingers. He goes to pick up Hawkins, and Griffin tries to go for a low blow! But Drake quickly moves out of the way and responds with a kick square to the chin of the United States Champion! He quickly picks up Hawkins and sends him over his head with a T-Bone Suplex! Hawkins crashes, and Drake follows up with a running dropkick to the skull!!!
FBI: Things have really turned around for the World Champion, Hawkins caught him sleeping early, but I don’t think that’s gonna happen again!
Drake grabs Hawkins legs and looks to lock in the sharpshooter but Hawkins isn’t having it! He quickly scrambles to the ropes, and the ref calls for the break! Drake backs off and raises his hands, as Griffin gets back to his feet. Drake runs at Hawkins looking like he might be going for a spear! But Hawkins reverses it and turns it into a Thez Press followed up by punches on the champion! He bounces off the ropes and nails a leg drop! He picks up Drake and follows it up with a suplex! Griffin points to the turnbuckle and the crowd Pops! He heads on over, as Drake lays trying to wake up. Hawkins takes a few moments to steady himself… and then he leaps off the top and executes a Shooting Star Press!!! Drake moves out of the way and he eats nothing but canvas!!!
Mystery Man: OH! No one home!!!
FBI: I feel like Hawkins is trying to put this away early… there is a lot of time left, this is a marathon not a sprint.
Drake get’s back up to his feet, as Hawkins gets to his knees trying to get his wind back. Drake delivers three kicks right to Hawkins’ mid section! He hits the ropes and delivers a drop kick to the face of Hawkins!!! Drake picks up Griffin and walks him over to the turnbuckle, and sits him up top… He follows him up, and hooks him looking for a superplex. Griffin fights it off, with a few blows to the mid section, but then suddenly out of nowhere, Drake executes a Frankenstiener!!!
FBI: Holy Hell! Where did THAT come from???
Drake, gets up from his knees and walks over to a stunned Hawkins. He holds him by the hair standing him up… He takes a deep breath, and then gives him a swift kick to the mid section and delivers the DEATH NOTE DDT!!! THE CROWD ERUPTS!!!
“ONE!!!”
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“THREE! OHHHHHH!!!” Kickout!!!
Mystery Man: I don’t believe what I am seeing! It looked like Drake was all about to tie things up, and SOMEHOW… SOME WAY… AT THE LAST SPLIT SECOND GRIFFIN KICKED OUT OF THE DEATH NOTE DDIT!
FBI: Unbelievable!
Drake slams his fist down on the mat in frustration, shaking his head… He heads to the outside and grabs a chair!
Hanks: Oh no… this is so unlike Drake! What is he doing???
The ref confronts him and orders him to drop the chair! Drake argues telling him NO! Griffin is starting to get back to his feet, dazed and confused, hands on his knees… Drake lifts the chair above his head and the ref grabs it! Taking it away, but with no loss of momentum Drake grabs Hawkins by the head and again delivers another DEATH NOTE DDT!!!
“ONE!!!”
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“THREE!!!”
Hanks: No doubt about that one… Griffin flat on his back. The ref signals the time keeper, and awards one point to Drake!
Mystery Man: It is now one to one, and we are soon reaching the halfway point, the amount of damage has to be catching up with these two.
Drake leans in the turnbuckle, catching his breath, but Griffin doesn’t move. Drake sees an opportunity to get a second fall if Griffin is that out cold and he quickly heads over but Griffin grabs Drake! He was playing possum! He rolls Drake into a small package!!!
ONE!!!
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TWO!!!
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KICKOUT!!!
Mystery Man: Oh! Not today!
Drake pops back up to his feet, but is met with a falling clothsline from Griffin. Griffin gets back up, and picks up Drake and SLAMS his head don on the turnbuckle OVER AND OVER AND OVER AGAIN! One right after another! Drake stumbles out of the turnbuckle holding his head, Griffin grabs him and sends him back into the turnbuckle and it turns Drake inside out! Drake’s foot gets caught on the top turnbuckle and he finds himself in the tree of woah! Drake reaches up trying to unhook his foot but before he can, Griffin NAILS him with a stalling drop kick to the face!!! Drake falls out of the turnbuckle, and Hawkins picks up Drake and goes for “The number 1 stunner!” But Drake shoves Hawkins off and he bounces off the ropes! Drake goes for a kick to the mid section, presumably to hit the Death Note DDT… but Hawkins grabs his foot! He spins Drake around, and kick to the mind section and again NUMBER ONE STUNNER!!! He drops Drake!
“ONE!!!”
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“THRE— OHHHHHH!!! Kickout!!!”
Mystery Man: I can’t believe this! The intestinal fortitude of both men!
Iron Man Match: 30 min
Griffin Hawkins: 1
Drake: 1
FBI: Hawkins can’t believe it either…
Hanks: What does he have to do to put Drake down for a three count?
Hawkins picks up the stunned Drake and throws him over the top rope! As he gets up, Hawkins comes flying through the middle rope and crashes into Drake and he shoves the fallen champion to the floor, with a cocky look on his face. Grabbing Drake he picks him up and whips him into the steel steps, and Drake hits them with a loud CRASH!!! You can see the pain wincing on Drake’s face as he sits holding his back. The ref is warning Hawkins to get the match back in the ring, and he rolls in and then rolls back out to stop the count. Picking up the champion, he SLAMS his face down on the guard rail! Drake falls over trying to recover. Hawkins pops back up on the apron, running across it and he leaps down onto Drake and they also tumble into a camera man!
Hanks: You work for the EWC, you gotta watch out for EVERYTHING! Hawkins gets to his feet, as Drake pulls himself up with the guard rail, Griffin has gotten in the ring, and is ontop of the turnbuckle and he jumps off looking for an ax handle smash but Drake swerves out of the way! And Hawkins crashes ribs first into the guard rail! One of the fans at ringside hands Drake a beer, and he takes a drink and then pours the rest over the head of Hawkins.
Mystery Man: That’s one way to wake a guy up.
Hawkins stumbles away, but Drake grabs him, and rolls him in the ring. Grabbing his legs he pulls him toward the turnbuckle post! He wraps his legs around the post and executes the figure four leg lock around the turnbuckle!!! Hawkins shouts and screams in anger and pain! The ref tells Drake to break the hold, but this time he uses up all of that 5 count before breaking it. Hawkins pulls himself to the middle of the ring, and Drake comes inside. With Hawkins prone, he turns and locks on the figure four leg lock in the middle of the ring! Drake smiles like he knows he has another fall in the bag!
Mystery Man: Right now, Drake’s game plan is beating Hawkins… it seemed clear from the get go, that Hawkins plan was to get up quick on Drake so he would have to catch up. Drake seemed to have planned for a long marathon of a match.
Griffin shouts in pain, and falls on his back and the ref counts his shoulders down!
ONE!
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TWO!!!
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Up!
Griffin wont allow himself to be pinned that way, as he shakes his head no! But Drake locks it in tighter and Griffin again falls back flat on the mat!
ONE!!!
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Griffin shakes his head no! But now, he seems determined to turn it over and reverse the pressure!
FBI: This is really the only way out of the figure four! But it’s in now way easy to execute!
As Drake tries to fight it the entire arena can be heard thundering as they pound their feet as Griffin turns over Drake! HE REVERSES THE PRESSURE!!! Drake untangles their legs, and Hawkins falls flat. Drake makes it back to his feet, standing in the corner he starts to wave for Griffin to get to his feet.
Mystery Man: What does Drake have planned here?
Hawkins makes it to his hands and knees, his back to Drake… Once on his feet Drake walks towards Hawkins he spins him around and he locks in THE MACHINE!!!
Mystery Man: Oh! This is it! Another fall for the champion!
The two struggle on the ground, the more Hawkins struggles the tighter it gets! But Hawkins sways his arm, and manages to grab the bottom rope! The ref orders Drake to break the hold, but out frustration he holds it through the five count! Drake looks up at the ref in frustration, and the ref insists he was in the ropes. Drake shakes his head in frustration, and heads back over to Hawkins, who delivers an Elbow to the mid section of Drake! Drake doubled over turns around and Hawkins grabs Drake rolls through and executes THE PAIN KILLER!!! They are in the middle of the ring!!!
Mystery Man: He is wrenching on Drake’s knee like there is no tomorrow!
Hanks: And Drake has nowhere to go!
FBI: If he was smart he would give Hawkins this fall, and go with his game plan!
Drake screams in pain, shaking his head no! He reaches towards the ropes as far as he can stretching! But he cant reach it!
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DRAKE TAPS OUT!!!
Mystery Man: I DON’T BELIEVE IT!!!
FBI: It’s good strategy, he still has plenty of time left to get that one back. If he fought in it, he could have risked injury and not be able to compete with Hawkins at all for the rest of the match! He’s doing what’s right to protect the belt!
Hanks: Well either way, Griffin has a second fall and that puts the champion down by one!
Iron Man Match: 25 min
Griffin Hawkins: 2
Drake: 1
Drake rolls over in pain holding onto his leg… Griffin falls back into the corner sitting catching his breath.
Mystery Man: You know on the flip side of the coin, now that Griffin has the lead he could just stay away from Drake for the rest of the match…
FBI: Yes… Yes that is true…
Hanks: So there are holes in your theory…
FBI: The game plan is still sound!
Drake makes it back to his feet limping on his leg, Hawkins wastes no time in exploiting it! He comes up from behind him and delivers a chop block taking Drake down! Hawkins, walks over to the corner and this time HE waves for Drake to get up!
Mystery Man: Looks like Griffin might be looking for another shot in the dark!
Hanks: If he delivers this, and goes up 3 to 1… it might just be over!
Drake slowly gets to his feet, and Hawkins goes for his superkick, but Drake ducks it! Hawkins turns around and Drake pulls his feet out from under him and begins to deliver a round of punches to the challenger!!! Drake gets up stumbling towards the ropes… He leans on the ropes catching his breath, and he turns around and gets caught with THE SHOT IN THE DARK!!! AGAIN!!! But the superkick sends him rolling over the top rope to the floor below! Drake appears to be out cold again! Hawkins look of disappointment soon turns to a smile as he realizes he could get another count out fall. The ref begins to count as Griffin leans on the ropes watching Drake to make sure he doesn’t get up. As the ref gets to five Drake begins to move… slowly getting to his feet. Hawkins, takes action and scales the turnbuckle! As Drake gets to his feet and turns around Hawkins goes for a dropkick off the top rope, but Drake backs up a couple feet and catches Griffin’s feet and he lands square on his back on the arena floor with a THUD!
“OHHHHHHHH!!!”
Hanks: Oh! That’s gonna break some ribs.
Drake, with sweat running down his face, turns and he locks in the sharpshooter!!! Griffin screams in pain, as the ref continues to count! Drake drops Griffin out of the hold, and rolls in the ring. Griffin lays on the ground holding his back, gasping for air.
Hanks: I’m not kidding guys… Griffin could have a punctured lung or something.
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Mystery Man: It’s unfortunate but how bad does he want the World title?
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Griffin turns over onto his back, still ghasping for air. Drake stands in the ring, leaning on the turnbuckle.
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Both men look like they have been through a war.
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Mystery Man: Is Drake going to get a count out fall as well???
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Griffin starts to roll over toward the ring, holding his back. Grabbing the bottom rope.
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Drake, just nods and knows it’s time to go back to work! He picks up a wounded Hawkins and turns and delivers a back breaker!!! Griffin screams in pain!
Mystery Man: He is definitely injured in some way.
Hanks: No doubt about it.
Iron Man Match: 10 min
Griffin Hawkins: 2
Drake: 1
Drake slowly picks up Griffin and gives the throat slash signal! He lifts Griffin up in the air, who looks almost limp, and he comes down! RIDE THE LIGHTNING! Griffin screams and cringes in pain!
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The ref signals for another point for the Champion! As Griffin doesn’t even move off the mat, he just has a nasty cringe worthy look on his face.
Iron Man Match: 8 min
Griffin Hawkins: 2
Drake: 2
Drake falls backwards in exhaustion, laying on the mat… Griffin hasn’t moved since Drake delivered that powerbomb.
FBI: Now it’s two to two here… what happens if it ends in a tie? What then???
Mystery Man: Well then I think Mac has some big problems to deal with.
Drake slowly gets to his feet, and signals that its over! The crowd pops, and he leans on the top rope nearly falling limp.
Hanks: You don’t think…
FBI: I do.
Mystery Man: I think Griffin is gonna Ride the lightning one more time…
Hanks: If that happens… that will be all she wrote.
Drake picks up Griffin, he leans down and lifts him up for the powerbomb! But Hawkins delivers a series of hammer punches to the champion! And he falls backwards onto his back! Griffin hooks one of his legs as Drake kicks the other!
Mystery Man: Does Drake have enough left in the tank to kickout???
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“TH—OHHHHH!!!” KICKOUT!!!
Hanks: And Drake keeps his Title alive with only five minutes remaining!
Iron Man Match: 4min 48 sec
Griffin Hawkins: 2
Drake: 2
Hawkins falls off of Drake, still holding his back…. Clearly in pain. Drake rolls over, as blood starts to spit out of his mouth. Drake slowly gets to his feet.
Mystery Man: I don’t think either of these two know where they are right now.
Griffin turns around, and goes to grab Drake with one hand, his other holding his injured back, but Drake takes advantage and locks in THE MACHINE!!! This time they are in the middle of the ring, and it only takes a few moments for Griffin to TAP OUT!!!
The ref signals one point for Drake!
Mystery Man: I’m not sure if that was strategy on Griffin’s part or if he was just in so much pain he couldn’t stand it.
Hanks: It looks like it hurts him to breath right now.
FBI: And if he is going to win this thing, he had better find a way to do SOMETHING in the next 3 and a half minutes!
Iron Man Match: 3min 27 sec
Griffin Hawkins: 2
Drake: 3
Drake lays on his back, exhausted as Hawkins grunting in pain uses the ring ropes to pull himself to his feet.
Hanks: You have to feel for Griffin, you could tell he thought he had this match won, he had the lead or the tie the entire match, and now an injury and slowed him down to a screeching halt.
Griffin finds his way over to the turnbuckle using it to hold himself up, Drake lays in the middle of the ring, sweat running down his forehead. As he starts to get up, spaghetti legged, he struggles to stay on his feet, when suddenly out of no where Griffin again nails him with THE SHOT IN THE DARK!!!! Drake goes down flat on his back! Clearly out cold! But Griffin has fallen over on his stomach facing the opposite direction!
Iron Man Match: 2 min 57 sec
Griffin Hawkins: 2
Drake: 3
Mystery Man: Can he cover him???
Hanks: Both these men have left it all in the ring tonight! CAN Griffin get over to cover him???
Griffin turns and DRAAAAAGS himself with one arm toward Drake who lays motionless in the middle of the ring. He FINALLY gets there and he drapes one arm over him!
“ONE!!!”
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“TWO!!!”
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“THRE— OHHHHHH!!!” KICKOUT!!!
Mystery Man: NO! NO! He didn’t get it! He didn’t get it!
FBI: We are under a minute remaining!
Griffin slowly crawls over Drake, looking to hook the leg one more time… but with one last BURST of energy! Drake comes to life and he again locks in THE MACHINE!!!
Mystery Man: You can tell there isn’t as much pressure or torque right now, he doesn’t have it left in him! But if he can hold it here, he drag out the remaining minutes!
FBI: We are literally at 30 seconds!!!
As Drake tries to hold Hawkins in a weak Machine, Hawkins screams in pain, squirming struggling trying to somehow roll Drake onto his back! The ref is right there but never can he get both shoulders down!
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Drake screams out as he hears the crowd count to one!!! He releases Hawkins from the hold, as we hear the final bell!!!
DING! DING! DING!!!
Iron Man Match: Final
Griffin Hawkins: 2
Drake: 3
The ref comes in the ring with the Undisputed Championship, handing it to Drake.
Nina Dobrev: Ladies and Gentlemen! Lets give it up! For your two IRON MEN!!!
“YYYYYEEEEEAAAAAAHHHHHHH!!!”
Mystery Man: What a match…
The crowd is just in an uproar!
“THAT WAS WRESTLING!!!”
“THAT WAS WRESTLING!!!”
“THAT WAS WRESTLING!!!”
“THAT WAS WRESTLING!!!”
“THAT WAS WRESTLING!!!”
Nina claps her hands along with the crowd.
Nina Dobrev: And YOUR winner… By a score of 3 to 2! And… STILL!!! THE EWC UNDISPUTED HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPION OF THE WORLD! DRAKE!!!
As she says “Drake”… Ashton Drake swings the Undisputed Title up in the air! The ref hands him the International Championship as well. He hands the United States Championship to Griffin Hawkins who can hardly stand. But he slowly limps his way over to the middle of the ring. Drake throws the World title and International Title on his shoulder as the two go eye to eye.
Mystery Man: Oh come on guys, it’s over…
Griffin slowly puts out his hand… and Drake returns it and the two shake hands!!! Griffin taps the US Title with Drake’s and he gives him a nod, as he leaves the ring.
Hanks: That’s what this is all about! THAT is why the EWC is the GREATEST company on the face of the earth!!!
Mystery Man: Ladies and Gentlemen, WE are out of time! Thank you SO much for joining us here tonight for StrangleMania! The Grandest Stage of all time! We will see you Next Monday for Brawl. To Xplode, we want to thank you one more time, for being the greatest wrestler and entertaining us all these years. Your legacy will live on forever! For FBI, Collin Hanks, I’m the Mystery Man! Good Night!
The scene fades with Drake being mobbed by fans as they all celebrate his victory