Francesca De La Cruz
(EAW intro plays.)
(PREVIOUSLY ON SHOWDOWN…)
(RECAP OF SHOWDOWN LAST WEEK: We see the show open with the highly competitive bout between Mr. DEDEDE and TNT. DEDEDE manages to pull off the victory there. :wow: )
(Then, we see pan to the interview with Kyra Phillps with Jamie O’Hara, surrounding the injury that he suffered in a house show in Lima, Peru. In the interview, it was revealed that Jamie had torn his meniscus and would be out of action for at least, six weeks. He vows to return better than ever.)
( It pans to Xander Payne boasting about his victory over Mr. DEDEDE at Under Siege. He announces his intentions to go after the Answers World Championship and could care less if he crosses paths with DEDEDE again.)
( It goes to Jake Smith and Alexis Chambers with Alexis once again, denying Jake of standing alongside him. Jake claims that he could help Alexis with beating Santo Muerte, but she denies the offer. It pans forward to the highly competitive match between Santo and Alexis. Both Elitists bring everything to the table, but Santo makes Alexis pas out and wins the match. After, Jake and Alexis have a confrontation with Jake announce that he requested a match with Santo next week and he’s going to teach Alexis how to get the job done. Alexis finally agrees to Jake taking her underneath his wing.)
(It goes to Minerva in the ring, cutting a promo about her successful Iconic Cup cash in at Under Siege and her capturing the Universal Women’s Championship. She brings up Raven Roberts and her challenge to take on Minerva at Grand Rampage and Minerva accepts the challenge.)
(It goes to Jenny Punk and Ahren Fournier talking about The ILLIONAIRES failing at capturing the Answers World Championship at Under Siege. Jenny states that Chris Elite is the reason why The ILLIONAIRES crashed and burned and advises Ahren to focus on himself and rebuild himself to greater heights, but before she could drop them, Ryan Wilson enters the conversation and has a message to Jenny from Mr. DEDEDE. Ryan gives Jenny the pink slip, firing her. Jenny leaves the shot embarrassed as Ahren is pissed off the entire thing. Ahren wonders who will be running Showdown, but Ryan tells Ahren that Ryan will be running Showdown for no one. Ryan states that Ahren better think about what he says because he has a bit more power than before. Before Ahren opens his mouth to rant, he closes his mouth hand leaves the office angrily.)
(COLD OPEN: It forwards to the EAW Universe in the Estadio Bellavista. The crowd begins to cheer out of their minds, holding up their signs.)
(SCREEN BAR — AMBATO, ECUADOR!)
(“Awaken” by Dethklok blasts through the speakers as the crowd gives a negative reception for the supposed “Showdown General Manager,” Ryan Wilson. A moment passes before Ryan walks out, making the crowd boo him even louder. Ryan is looking very corporate in his suit and tie. He wears a huge smile on his face, on cloud nine. He can’t believe that he is in this position. He was nothing more someone who was floundering around the mid-card scene. Now, he finds himself an authority role that people would kill for.)
Gina Romano: LADIES AND GENTLEMEN…PLEASE WELCOME AT THIS TIME … THE INTERIM GENERAL MANAGER OF SATURDAY NIGHT SHOWDOWN …. “WILDSIDE” … RYYYYYYYYYYAAAAANNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN WILLLLSSSSSSSSSSSSSSOOOOOOOOOOOONNNNNNNNNNNNNNN!!!!
Eve: I’m still in disbelief with how Showdown concluded last week. Jenny Punk is out. Ryan Wilson is in. How in the hell did Ryan Wilson get this job in the first place?
Gavin Kirkland: Isn’t it obvious, Eve? Mr. DEDEDE, our Chairman of the Board, wants someone that thinks about the wellbeing of the blue brand.
Deadprez: More like someone he can easily manipulate to do his dirty work.
Gavin Kirkland: So much negativity! I think I am going to embrace the Wilson era of Showdown! If Mr. DEDEDE handpicked him, then it must be for a reason. We should all trust DEDEDE to have the best interest of the brand. :wow:
(The camera pans to Ryan Wilson already inside the ring. He gets the microphone from Gina Romano before standing in the middle of the ring. “Awaken” dies down, but the negative reception of the crowd has not. It seems like they are letting Ryan hear everything that they think of him.)
Crowd: YOU SOLD OUT! YOU SOLD OUT! YOU SOLD OUT!
Ryan Wilson: (chuckles) If this is what selling out is, then I should have done it a long time ago.
(The crowd boos.)
Ryan Wilson: I get it — all of you are shocked that your beloved Jenny Punk was fired, but I can tell you that I will be a lot better than Jenny Punk. I will be an authority future this brand and company will be proud of. I may not be the authority figure you wanted, but I am the authority figure that you need. You may not realize that. Your anger and hatred towards me is blinding all of you ingrates about the good that I am already doing with this brand. When was the last time that you had a General Manager come out to just talk to you? When was the last time that you had a General Manager, who gave a shit about where the show was headed? It’s been a while, but in the Wilson era, I will make it my mission to come out here as much as possible! How about that?
Crowd: SHUT THE FUCK UP! :clap: :clap: :clap: SHUT THE FUCK UP! :clap: :clap: :clap: SHUT THE FUCK UP! :clap: :clap: :clap:
Ryan Wilson: It’s a great show tonight! You have the blockbuster main event — not as good as the Battle of the Ryans, but the Battle of the Paynes… in the asses. Sorry, I had too, but as General Manager, I am going to make a promise to be as open as possible. I vow that I am going to do everything in my power not to use my new position to get back in my enemies. But, I would advise for the entire roster not to do anything that pisses me off or they’re not going to like the result of that. For this show, we are going to get our entire Answers World Championship Match put together. So far, Cameron Ella Ava will defend the Answers World Championship against the Chairman of the Board, the reason why I have this job, Mr. DEDEDE. Will it be Xander Payne? Will it be Jordan Payne? Is Peyton Payne even real? We’ll find that out tonight. Also, we have Jake Smith make a total dumbass of himself when Santo Muerte wipes the floor with him. Newsflash Jake, I’m not going to trade you. Might as well suck it up and prove why you’re the champion in the first place.
(The camera pans to Jake Smith backstage in the monitor room with Alexis Chambers watching Ryan Wilson’s promo.)
Jake Smith: :noah: !!!!!!!
Ryan Wilson: In your typical lower card action, we’ll see Shaker Jones take on Bronson Daniels. Honestly, I thought that Shaker was part of Dynasty. I had a few people that Shaker was still on the Showdown roster, but with Chris Elite and the Gawd Contract, I wouldn’t be shocked to see Shaker on the brand every now and then, but… StarrStan, hit me up if you want to work out a trade. I’ll trade Shaker for anything, to be honest…
(The camera pans to Shaker Jones watching Ryan Wilson’s promo in catering. Shaker is with The Bozo Victims Unit. Shaker shakes his head in anger and disgusted that one of his rivals has all of this power now.)
(The crowd continues to boo.)
Ryan Wilson: As heard by Gina Romano, my role is simple: Interim General Manager, but I think the “interim” part is so unnecessary, don’t you think so? It’s going to be something that I am going to Mr. DEDEDE about because I would love for this position to be permanent. I have plans to take Showdown to the next level. In order to do that, things are going to change around here. I am only one man, I am going to need the entire roster to get the job done. I sense that there is going to be a ton of you watching backstage, clinging on to every one word that comes out of my mouth, but I am going to be one-hundred percent real. I want to work with every single one of you. I want to see people step up to the plate and prove to me that they should be considered for a championship opportunity. With the Grand Rampage around the corner, there’s going to be a ton of men and women on the roster, looking for their name to be part of the match. Do I have any idea about who is going to take part in the Grand Rampage Match? Not yet, but I’m open-minded. The ones who bust their asses each and every day. The ones who are looking for their due. One of those men? You’re all looking at him.
(The crowd boos again.)
Ryan Wilson: For the first Showdown Elitist of the match, I am here to announce that I will be taking part in the 2020 Grand Rampage!
(The crowd boos even more.)
Ryan Wilson: Just because I’m wearing this suit does not mean that I am going to step away from the ring. That is not going to happen whatsoever. I am scheduled to compete tonight and Minerva is going to be the PERFECT example of what happens when people cross paths with the “Wildside” Ryan Wilson. I’m no longer just a typical Elitists on this brand. I am an Elitists with a lot more power than you. I am your boss. This is officially “The Ryan Wilson Show” and if anyone attests to that, that’s too bad. Go ahead. Try to pull a Jake Smith and get yourself traded onto another brand, but it’s not going to be successful. If you want to be successful on Showdown, it’s quite simple: don’t get on my bad side. Don’t go against me and everything that your heart will desire will come true. It’s not difficult, everyone. Once everyone gets adjusted to all of this, you will all see me as a good guy. There’s something that I hate in this company and that’s when ungrateful jackasses get things that deserved. That’s not going to happen underneath my watch. Laziness and slackers won’t be rewarded around here. I’m talking about you, Ahren.
(The camera pans to Ahren Fournier backstage with a lot of the Showdown roster, who are watching Ryan Wilson’s promo. Ahren is doing his best to bite his tongue and let his big mouth get the best out of him. Although, you can see the steamed look on his face for sure. Ahren storms away pissed off. The camera goes to Ryan back in the ring.)
Ryan Wilson: That’s right, ladies and gentlemen. The efforts that you were able to get by with, is not going to work with me. Impress me and it will pay off down the line. Well, we got an excellent show ahead of us, I hope you all enjoy it!
(“Awaken” plays once again as the crowd continues to boo Ryan Wilson. Meanwhile, it pans to the announcers, Eve, Gavin Kirkland and Deadprez.)
Eve: Hello everyone, welcome to Showdown! We had just heard from our interim General Manager, Ryan Wilson and it’s simple: laziness and slackers won’t be rewarded. If you’re nice to know, he’ll repay you down the line.
Deadprez: I’m still in shock that any of this is happening, but we got an interesting show tonight. In our main event, we will see what is being titled “The Battle of the Paynes.” Xander Payne will take on Jordan Payne in the main event! Peyton Payne will be the special guest referee and only insane things can happen!
Gavin Kirkland: We will also see our new General Manager in action as he plans to make an example out of the Universal Women’s Champion, Minerva!
Eve: We will also see Santo Muerte get his match with PURE Champion, Jake Smith later tonight! We’ll also hear from Harlow Reichert for the first time since Under Siege. We’ll hear from the Answers World Champion herself, Cameron Ella Ava via satellite.
Gavin Kirkland: Don’t adjust that tv set because we’ll be right back with Showdown!
(Commercial break featuring a recap of last night’s Dynasty.)
(The camera fades in to see Dray Fontana walking backstage to the arena for his triple threat match. Dray turns to a loud noise to see Bruce Everett and Tom Ferrari being thrown into metal objects by the Bozos Victims Unit, with Shaker Jones directing traffic.)
Shaker Jones: Teach these fools they don’t belong on our show!
(Dray Fontana backs up and retreats as he sees his two opponents getting decimated.)
Dray Fontana: Fuck this.
(Detective Biggums hits a bicycle kick to Bruce as Detective Ty throws Tom into a nearby wall. Shaker places his hands on the men’s chest and instructs Biggums to lift up Tom Ferrari.)
Eve: THESE MEN ARE SUPPOSED TO BE COMPETING IN A TRIPLE THREAT MATCH RIGHT NOW, BUT THE BVU SEEMS TO HAVE OTHER PLANS! WHAT’S SHAKER GONNA DO?! BIGGUMS PUSHES TOM TO SHAKER….WHIPSMASHER!! THE CLOTHESLINE FROM HELL!!
(Shaker and the two men stand above Tom and Bruce as Shaker gives a smile and pats them both on their chests. )
Shaker Jones: Great work, let’s move guys.
Eve: I guess….the triple threat is off then?
Deadprez: What do you think?!?!
(“I Love It Loud (Wolf Howl Intro) by Kiss plays through the speakers. The crowd has a mixed ovation for the man that just beat up two newcomers on the Showdown brand. Shaker Jones walks out in a “Head Detective” jacket with Detective Ty and Detective Asson walking out. Detective Biggums is left in the back. Shaker feels confident that this match will fall into his favor.)
Gina Romano: THE FOLLOWING MATCH IS SCHEDULED FOR ONE FALL —
Crowd: ONE FALL!!!!
Gina Romano: INTRODUCING FIRST…BEING ACCOMPANIED TO THE RING BY THE BOZO VICTIMS UNIT…FROM INGLIS, MANITOBA, CANADA…WEIGHING IN AT 238 POUNDS… HE IS “THE CANADIAN WOLF” …. SHHHHHHAAAAAAKKKKKKKKEEEEEERRRRRRRRRRRR JOOOOOOOOOOONNNNNNNNNEEEEEEEESSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!
Gavin Kirkland: Here is our Head Detective, who had just attacked Tom Ferrari and Bruce Everett just moments ago. It seems like Shaker Jones couldn’t wait to be out here and do the same to Bronson Daniels. If I was Bronson, I would be pretty concern with how he’s going to handle Shaker and the rest of the Bozos.
Eve: Shaker Jones and the Bozo Victims Unit just attacked two Elitists, who were preparing for their match backstage. That was an uncalled move for. These Bozos seem to be a negative influence on Shaker.
Deadprez: It’s given Shaker Jones an edge to himself that could help him grow on the Showdown brand.
(“I Love It Loud (Wolf Howl Intro)” dies down before “R.I.P. SCREW” by Travis Scott featuring Swae Lee. The crowd gives a decent pop, somewhat growning to this newcomer and what he brings to the ring. Bronson Daniels walks out from the back with a big of a swagger to his step. He may or may not have smoked something before his match, but we don’t know.)
Gina Romano: INTRODUCING HIS OPPONENT…FROM COCOA, FLORIDA…WEIGHING IN AT 216 POUNDS… HE IS “THE EUPHORIC MACHINE” …BRRRRROOOOOOOOONNNNNNNNNSSSSSSSSSSOOOOOOOOONNNNNNNNNNNN DAAAANNNNNNNNNIIIIEEEEEEEEEEELLLLLLLLLLLLSSSSSSSSS!!!!!
Gavin Kirkland: Last week on Showdown, Bronson Daniels got his first victory over Dray Fontana. He is looking to keep this up and hopefully, get a winning streak going for himself.
Eve: He seems to be one of the most chill people that I’ve ever seen in this company. There is a ton of potential for him to be something fantastic in EAW. He seems more than anxious to learn from his setbacks and figure out the right formula to win matches.
Deadprez: He’s got a tough challenge ahead of him. Shaker Jones has the Bozos at ringside and it could play a huge determining factor on whether Bronson Daniels walks out with a victory or not.
(DING! DING! DING!)
Eve: Shaker Jones and Bronson Daniels are looking to get this match underway! Shaker is looking back at the Bozo Victims Unit for some advice from Detective Ty!
Deadprez: Bronson Daniels isn’t going to let his time being wasted as he pushes Shaker Jones against the ropes and goes for a roll-up! He’s looking to put away Shaker real quick!
ONE!
Gavin Kirkland: Shaker Jones manages to knee Bronson Daniels in the face! Bronson falls to his back as Shaker begins to throw some punches to Bronson’s face before clutching the man by his hair and pushing him towards the ropes! Bronson rebounds himself off the ropes, but Shaker connects with a clothesline, taking down Bronson! Bronson gets back to his feet, but Shaker manages runs towards Bronson with another clothesline, BUT BRONSON MANAGES TO GET IN A CRUCIFIX POSITION BEFORE ROLLING UP SHAKER! HE’S LOOKING TO GET A VICTORY HERE!
ONE! TWO!
Eve: Shaker Jones manages to get back to his feet, but Bronson Daniels manages to connect with a drop toehold on Shaker! Shaker falls face first, but Bronson manages to get in front of Shaker and applies a front headlock on ‘The Canadian Wolf.’ In the process, Bronson and Shaker manage to get back to their feet, but it seems like Shaker manages to push Bronson to the corner! Bronson manages to release the headlock on Shaker! Shaker begins to connect with some turnbuckle thrusts on the ribs of Bronson Daniels! Shaker gets Bronson’s head before connecting with an elbow! Shaker connects with another elbow to the top of Bronson’s skull!
Deadprez: Shaker Jones manages to back himself away before charging towards Bronson Daniels at the corner with a clothesline, but Bronson manages to duck the clothesline! Shaker ends up crashing towards the corner, but Bronson finds his opening and gets Shaker by his waist and connecting with a deadlift German suplex! Bronson throws Shaker across the ring! Shaker scoots to the nearest corner and rests his back against it! BRONSON IS NOT GIVING SHAKER THE OPPORTUNITY TO BREATHE BEFORE CONNECTING WITH A GIANT KNEE STRIKE TO THE FACE OF SHAKER! BRONSON PULLS SHAKER CLOSER TO HIM BEFORE LIFTING HIM UP AND CONNECTING WITH A FALCON ARROW ON SHAKER! BRONSON HOOKS THE LEG!
OOOOOOOOOOOOONE!!! TWOOOOOOO–
Gavin Kirkland: Shaker Jones with a shoulder up! Bronson Daniels with a nice looking falcon arrow, but it was not enough to put Shaker away! Bronson gets Shaker by his left arm and begins to apply an armbar on him! Shaker finds himself in a bit of trouble at the moment! Bronson would love to wrap up this match as quickly as possible! I believe, he’s aware of how much of a disadvantage he is in this match! With The Bozos at Shaker’s corner, it’s almost like they’re unstoppable.
Eve: With the Bozos at Shaker Jones’ corner, he has become a stronger competitor! More driven and motivated! A driven and motivated Shaker Jones is something that Bronson Daniels needs to be on a lookout for! Bronson has the armbar locked in Shaker, but Shaker is trying to reach for the bottom rope at the corner! Detective Asson has her grasp on the bottom rope as she pushing it closer to Shaker, who is still trying to reach for it! But, Bronson is trying to pull Shaker away from that bottom rope! Shaker is trying to shift his body out of the armbar!
Deadprez: It seems like Shaker Jones is trying to roll up Bronson Daniels and get himself out of the armbar by Bronson — Shaker manages to roll up and pin Bronson’s shoulders against the mat!
OOOOOOOOOOOOOONE!!! TWOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!
Gavin Kirkland: Bronson Daniels manages to roll himself out of the pinfall attempt, releasing the armbar that he had on Shaker Jones! Shaker is seen clutching the arm that Bronson had applied the armbar on! Bronson is up to his feet! Bronson forms a smirk on his face as he gestures for Shaker to give it his best shot! I don’t believe it was the best thing for Shaker to underestimate Bronson! He is looking to get his second singles to victory in EAW! Shaker rushes towards Bronson, but Bronson manages to stop Shaker with a superkick to the face, which staggers Shaker back, but Bronson manages to pull Shaker closer to him before connecting with an exploder suplex!
Eve: ‘The Canadian Wolf’ eats that exploder suplex, but it seems like Shaker Jones rolls himself out of the ring! That’s wonderful ring awareness by Shaker!
Deadprez: It seems like Bronson Daniels is not going to waste his time waiting for Shaker Jones to recover on the outside! Bronson charges to the outside!
Gavin Kirkland: TOPE CON HILO TO SHAKER JONES ON THE OUTSIDE! SHAKER ENDS UP EATING THE HIGH-RISK MOVE AS BRONSON DANIELS MANAGES TO GET HIMSELF UP TO A VERTICAL BASE! BRONSON IS HYPING HIMSELF UP! BUT, HE GETS TURNED AROUND —
(Bronson Daniels is turned around by Detective Ty. Ty stares down at Bronson, who seems to be amused by the whole matter and not taking anything seriously.)
Eve: WAIT, LOOK FROM THE APRON!
Deadprez: MR. JONES’ WILD RIDE! SHAKER JONES JUMPS FROM THE APRON TO CONNECT WITH THE STUNNER AS THAT STAGGERS BACK BRONSON DANIELS AGAINST THE APRON! WAIT, LOOK IN THE RING!
(The camera pans to Detective Asson on the other side of the ring apron. Trying to get the attention of the official as she successfully does that.)
Gavin Kirkland: It seems like the gorgeous Detective Asson is looking to distract the official! When the official’s focus is taken elsewhere, chaos erupts!
Eve: You’re right, Gavin! Look at ringside, DETECTIVE TY AND SHAKER JONES ARE BEGINNING TO STOMP ON BRONSON DANIELS! THIS ISN’T RIGHT AT ALL! BRONSON DANIELS IS AT A DISADVANTAGE IN THIS MATCH UP! DETECTIVE TY PICKS UP BRONSON BEFORE SHAKER DELIVERS A NASTY LOOKING PUNCH TO THE FACE, WHICH BRONSON DROPS DOWN, BUT TY MANAGES TO GET BRONSON BY HIS SKULL AND THROW HIM TO THE BARRICADE! In perfect timing, Detective Asson gets down from the apron and joins the rest of the Bozos at their side! Shaker manages to get Bronson and rolls him back into the ring! Shaker slides himself inside the ring before getting back to his two feet! Shaker begins to stalk Bronson to his feet before backing away! Shaker runs towards Bronson — The Whipsmash! Clothesline from Hell!
Deadprez: No! Bronson Daniels manages to duck the clothesline! Shaker Jones rushes towards him before connecting with a pele kick that staggers Shaker back a bit! Bronson manages to get back to a vertical base, going after Shaker and nailing him with a dropkick! Shaker’s back collides with the corner as he collapses to a seated position! Bronson rushes towards Shaker at the corner and connects with a cannonball senton! Bronson gets to his feet as he pulls Shaker by one of his legs! NO! BRONSON MANAGES TO GET A GOOD HOLD OF SHAKER’S RIGHT ANKLE! IT SEEMS LIKE HE’S GOING FOR JOINT MANIPULATION! THE ANKLE LOCK! THIS IS A WONDERFUL WAY TO KEEP SHAKER AWAY FROM THE ROPES, BUT WILL IT GIVE BRONSON THE VICTORY?
Gavin Kirkland: He is a fighter, Deadprez! Shaker Jones has submitted in the past, but he’s not looking to submit here! Bronson Daniels is a newcomer in Shaker’s eyes and he’s not looking to submit to a newcomer! Shaker is scratching and clawing for those ropes! He would love nothing more than to get to the bottom rope! Bronson is grasping into Shaker’s ankle as his life depended on it! Shaker really needs to get to the bottom rope as fast as possible!
Eve: DETECTIVE ASSON SIDES HERSELF FROM UNDERNEATH THE RING AND GRASPS ONTO SHAKER JONES’ HANDS, PULLING THEM CLOSER TO UNDERNEATH THE ROPE! IT MAKES IT EASIER FOR SHAKER TO GRASP ONTO THE BOTTOM ROPE! BRONSON DANIELS MUST RELEASE THE HOLD NOW!
Referee: ONE! TWO! THREE! FOUR! FIVE!
Deadprez: Bronson Daniels releases Joint Manipulation on Shaker Jones! Shaker is clutching to the bottom rope as Bronson backs himself away, letting Shaker get back to his feet! At the first sign of Shaker getting to a vertical base, Bronson rushes towards him with a knee strike! Bronson pulls Shaker towards him before connecting with a snap suplex! Bronson manages to apply a front headlock to ‘The Canadian Wolf.’ Bronson is looking quite fantastic in this match up! Bronson elbows the back of Shaker’s neck before rebounding himself off the set of ropes before connecting with a somersault neckbreaker on Shaker! Bronson manages to get himself back to a vertical base before nailing Shaker with a clothesline! Bronson begins to knee the living hell out of Shaker in the skull!
Gavin Kirkland:’THE EUROPHORIC MACHINE’ MANAGES TO GET SHAKER JONES BY ONE OF HIS ARMS BEFORE APPLYING THE FUJIWARA ARMBAR SUBMISSION HOLD! IT SEEMS LIKE BRONSON DANIELS COULD BE LOOKING FOR AN OPPORTUNITY TO GET THE VICTORY HERE! SHAKER IS IN TROUBLE AT THE MOMENT, BUT I DON’T THINK THAT HE WANTS TO SUBMIT RIGHT HERE! HE DOESN’T WANT TO SUBMIT AT ALL! LOOK ON THE APRON!
Eve: DETECTIVE ASSON IS ON THE APRON! EARLIER IN THIS MATCH, SHE PROVIDED A DISTRACTION FOR SHAKER JONES TO TAKE ADVANTAGE AND IT SEEMS LIKE SHE’S TRYING TO DO THE SAME THING AGAIN! BRONSON DANIELS RELEASES HOLD OF THE FUJIWARA ARMBAR IN ORDER TO CONFRONT DETECTIVE ASSON AT THE CORNER!
Bronson Daniels (off-mic): Stay out of my business, bitch!
Detective Asson (off-mic): Make me.
Deadprez: BRONSON DANIELS LOOKS TO THROW A PUNCH AT DETECTIVE ASSON, BUT ASSON MANAGES TO JUMP OFF THE APRON BEFORE BRONSON COULD CONNECT WITH A PUNCH TO HER FACE!
Gavin Kirkland: Shaker Jones manages to roll up Bronson Daniels! Shaker is looking to steal the victory here!
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOONE!!!! TWOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!! THR–
Eve: NO! BRONSON DANIELS MANAGES TO COUNTER WITH A ROLL-UP OUT OF NOWHERE!
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOONE!!!! TWOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!! THREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!
(DING! DING! DING!)
(“R.I.P. SCREW” plays again as Bronson Daniels rolls out of the ring before Shaker Jones can get his hands on Bronson. Detective Ty and Detective Asson roll inside the ring to comfort Shaker and calm him down a bit.)
Gina Romano: THE WINNER OF THIS MATCH…BROOOOOOOONNNNNNNNSSSSSSOOOOOOOOONNNNNNNNN DAAAAANNNNNNNIIIEEEEELLLLLSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!
Deadprez: For the second week in a row, Bronson Daniels manages to steal the victory! This week, he steals the victory from Shaker Jones! Shaker is pissed off! He thought that he was going to knock Bronson down a peg or two, but it’s Bronson that escapes with a victory!
Gavin Kirkland: Bronson Daniels knows how to use all of his opponent’s momentum and shift it in his favor! It’s one of those things that is going to make him very dangerous on the Showdown brand! Shaker thought that this match was going to be easy, but Bronson proved that he could be a threat to this brand! He is going to be someone that you are going to need to be on a look out for!
(The camera transitions to the backstage area where Showdown’s newest talent, Veena Adams is on her phone. Veena is pacing back-and-forth, waiting for the person on the other line to answer her call. To say that Veena was a happy camper was an understatement. No, Veena was a bit salty about the new management that Showdown was underneath. Yes, she was thrilled that Jenny Punk wasn’t in the position of power, but she kind of wished that Mr. DEDEDE would reward her with a job after the past few months with helping out in EAW Headquarters.)
(The person on the other line picks up.)
Veena Adams: I’ve thought about how to ask this in the nicest way possible, but ….WHY DIDN’T YOU GIVE THE JOB TO ME, UNCLE RYAN?
Mr. DEDEDE (on speaker): Veena, first of all, don’t fucking yell at me again like that. Are we clear?
Veena Adams: (sigh) Crystal.
Mr. DEDEDE (O.S.): Second of all, we all saw how your stint on Voltage ended up for you? There’s a reason why I ended up bringing back Matt Daniels instead of you. Veena, you are so much more than being an authority figure. When you first debuted in this company, there were several people, who believed that you were going to be the face of this company. When Xavier Williams broke your neck back in 2016, you and I thought that was the end of your career. It was one of the reasons why I looked for ways to bring you back in a non-wrestling role. Thanks to the powers that I have to offer you, I am the reason why you’re fucking standing today. A thank you to me would be you going out and setting out to do the one thing that I envisioned you of doing and that’s taking this company by the balls and making it your bitch.
Veena Adams: Uncle Ryan, why did you give the job to Ryan Wilson out of all people?
Mr. DEDEDE (O.S.): It’s business, Veena. You wouldn’t be able to understand it. It doesn’t matter how many times you beg and plead, but Ryan Wilson is the interim General Manager of Showdown. You are on Showdown as an active Elitist. I have given you all the tools to be successful in this brand. I provide you with the best teachers in the world. You’ve trained with some of the best athletes known to man. You’re my niece for crying out loud. I want you to be successful. I want everyone to see what I have always seen with you. As much as a pain in the ass you are, you are a phenomenal athlete with endless amounts of potential. Showdown is the best brand for you to show that potential to the world.
Veena Adams: Alright, Uncle Ryan.
Mr. DEDEDE (O.S.): Good. If it makes you feel better, if you have any ideas on how to make this brand better, go to Wilson about it. Gotta go now.
(Mr. DEDEDE’s end of the line drops. Veena Adams hangs up the phone and sighs. All of a sudden, the look on her face completely becomes annoyed as she looks across from where she’s at.)
Veena Adams: May I help you?
(The camera points to Harper Lee who holds up her hands in defense. She doesn’t want any trouble, but wherever Veena Adams is, trouble is right behind her. The crowd in the arena begins to cheer for this bright newcomer, who took Raven Roberts to the limit at Under Siege.)
Harper Lee: No, I just was walking over to Ryan Wilson’s office. You just happened to be in the way.
Veena Adams: You’re going to need to EARN your opportunities. Not fuck for them. Besides, he’s not like Matty on Voltage, who is going to be impressed with whatever whore decides to come up to him with their “nice girl” act. No, I expect Ryan Wilson to be the authority figure, who doesn’t get manipulated for whores like you or Alexis Chambers what you feel like you’re entered too. Is that what you were going to ask him, Harper? For another opportunity? Let’s just ignore that you didn’t find yourself getting slaughtered out there by Cuntven out of all people. People remember Alexis Chambers because she was the one who embarrassed the Chambers name more than her older brother does on Voltage every week by eating the pin. What did the fuck happen to you? Hold on, I couldn’t give a fuck what happened to you. You went out there and put on a forgettable performance. You’re supposed to be the bitch that people are hyping up about? :mjlol:
Harper Lee: You think that you would have done better?
Veena Adams: Yes. I would have WON, at least. Something that none of you whores managed to get done besides Cumeron.
Harper Lee: Says the same person, who had every female Elitist on the Voltage roster dog walked her throughout her time on the show.
Veena Adams: Bitch, I will fucking dismantle you in that ring.
Harper Lee: Is that so, Veena? I can handle people not believing that I’m worth the hype of some of the female newcomers in this company. Everyone’s entitled to their own opinions. All I ever wanted to do was come to Showdown and wrestle. There’s nothing I love more than wrestling in that ring and leaving everything on the line. Each time that I’m away from that ring, it tears me a bit on the inside because I feel like there is so much that this brand hasn’t seen from me yet. Yes, I gave Harlow Reichert her best title defense as PURE Champion. I gave Raven Roberts a hell of a fight for the Universal Women’s Championship. Despite the outcomes of those particular matches, I made an impression out there. I proved that I can hang with any competitor on any brand. I can hang with any level of competitor in the ring — even whatever level you stand on, Veena. You don’t intimidate me.
Veena Adams: You’re sounding like CumDumpster Blairhead right now. It’s best if you don’t sound like that whore at all. I did tell CumDumpster at Under Siege is that I’m returning with a vengeance. I am a completely different competitor than I was when Sarah Price ended my tenure on Voltage. I’ve evolved. I’ve sharpened my skills. I’m a fucking badass in the ring, Harper. That’s something that you need to be more aware of because I step up to any man or woman and I will wipe the floor with them with ease.
Harper Lee: Prove it. Take me one-on-one next week on Showdown. If you’re so good in the ring, why don’t you prove that to me?
Veena Adams: Eh, I really don’t feel like it.
(Veena Adams begins to check the back of her perfectly manicured nails.)
Harper Lee: Come on, Veena. Do you wanna see if all that training paid off? :mjgrin:
Veena Adams: Well…it would give me a chance to prove to women like yourself that you’re nothing compared to me. Fine, you’re on.
(The crowd announces the potential match made for next week.)
Harper Lee: I’ll be looking forward to knocking you down a peg or two. See you next week, Veena.
(Harper Lee walks past Veena Adams as Veena rolls her eyes. Veena is annoyed by hell by some of the women on this brand already. Candice Blair is a pain in the ass. Harper Lee is one of those goodie two shoes, who grows to be a pain in the ass; however, she’s all in for teaching at least one of these girls why she’s better than them. The scene fades elsewhere.)
(The scene fades into Kyra Phillips backstage with a smile on her face. The interviewer has a microphone closer to her as she stares into the camera, more than thrilled to introduce her next guest.)
Kyra Phillips: Two weeks ago, my next guest defended the PURE Championship in a PURE Gauntlet. She would enter the match at number one, taking some abuse alone the way, but making it till number five. In the end, she would end up losing the PURE Championship to the same man, who she took the title from at Road to Redemption back in December. Ladies and Gentlemen, Harlow Reichert!
(For the first time since Under Siege, Harlow Reichert appears in the camera shot. Harlow wears a light smile on her face. She wears a “Consistency and Resiliency” t-shirt, but one of the most notable things is the sling that her right arm is placed in. At the event, Santo Muerte would re-injure her arm, which would be the downfall of her championship loss. The loss of her championship was an emotional experience for her, but Harlow lasted till the end of the Gauntlet. She won the fans over, who wanted nothing more than to see her overcome the odds stacked against her. In a way, she felt like she let everyone down. She let the fans down, she let Xavier Williams down, she let her brother Aron down. Most importantly, she let herself down. She had two weeks to reflect on everything and see where she wants to take her career next with Pain for Pride season around the corner.)
Kyra Phillips: Harlow, excellent performance at Under Siege. You really tug the heartstrings of the EAW Universe. There was not one person in the crowd that wanted you to lose at Under Siege. You displayed a ton of heart and fighting spirit. You wouldn’t quit until the match was officially over and that’s admirable. Now, that you had two weeks to sit back and reflect on the title loss, what are your emotions on the entire thing?
Harlow Reichert: I really appreciate the praise, Kyra. To be honest, the loss left me a bit stunned because I didn’t see my championship reign ending. I thought my reign was going to continue for a long time. I saw myself breaking the record. I wanted nothing more than to see myself solidify myself as the best PURE Champion in this company’s history. The loss still stings and when Jake pinned my shoulders for the three count, my heart broke because there was so much pressure to prove that I can handle anything that is thrown my way. These title defenses prepared me to expect the unknown. I was the very first person in the match. I knocked down challenger after challenger after challenger in the match. I nearly had to have psychopaths like Santo Muerte and Lance Blackfyre leave me for dead before Jake went out to pick up the scrapes. Even then, he almost failed at getting the job done. He almost loss the match to a woman who had nearly been through hell and back. There, it displays that I am resilient. Although, I didn’t need to be a champion in order to prove that. I’ve proven that all season. I’ve tossed four times this season. Jake is the first man to pin me this season, but I vow that he’s going to be the last.
Kyra Phillips: There are many fans who are wondering if you’re going to get a rematch for the PURE Championship? Do you intend to go after the championship?
Harlow Reichert: I don’t like to make impulsive decisions, Kyra. Would I love to get my title back? Of course, there’s no denying that with me at 110%, I would be able to reclaim my championship without an issue. That should scare someone like Jake, but I’m going to sit this out. In fact, I look at this loss as a blessing in disguise for me. Call me crazy, but it opens my possibility to where my road to Pain for Pride could lead me. I have a few ideas in mind for my road to Pain for Pride, but I’m going to keep that in the back of my mind for the time being.
Kyra Phillips: With the Grand Rampage in a few weeks, could we see you taking part of the match?
Harlow Reichert: The Grand Rampage is a great opportunity to assure anyone that they’re going to Pain for Pride. Surpassingly enough, I did manage myself very well in the Women’s Grand Rampage last year. I ended up tying Andrea Valentine with the most eliminations, but I’m going to sit out this Grand Rampage. If anyone knows me, I hate chaos. These matches always end up in chaos. I don’t thrive in these situations. I like rules. I like structure. I wish everyone luck with competing at Grand Rampage, but that match is not for me this year. It does limit where I can go on my road to Pain for Pride, but I’m more than fine about that. I’m not rushing to get the PURE Championship back. I’m going to let Jake have his fun and then, we’ll see, but I do believe that these people are sick of Harlow versus Jake. To be honest, I’m pretty sick about these matches as well. Jake Smith has been nothing, but a thorn in my side for a majority of the second half of this season. I look forward to ending this chapter between the two of us for the time being and shift my focus elsewhere. I hope that people will know the answer to that real soon.
Kyra Phillips: How’s your arm doing at the moment?
Harlow Reichert: It’s still a bit banged up, but I will not be medically cleared for Grand Rampage, which sucks. I would have loved to be in a match for the event, but I can’t go against doctor’s orders. I should be cleared to the ring before Odyssey because I can assure you that I am going to be on that card. Fingers crossed that I get cleared a bit soon, but I’m not getting my hopes up too much. For Grand Rampage, sitting in the back and watching how everything unfolds is the plan. I look nothing forward to watching Cameron Ella Ava successfully retain the Answers World Championship against two scumbags. One of them being the same man who’s been ducking me all season. That’s going to be satisfying to watch. :notbad:
Kyra Phillips: Harlow, thank you for your time. Let’s head back to ringside.
(“Three Ain’t Enough” by Jim Johnson plays through the speakers. The crowd gives a nice pop to The Ring Master, who comes out and hypes up the fans.)
Gina Romano: THE FOLLOWING MATCH IS SCHEDULED FOR ONE FALL —
Crowd: ONE FALL!!!!!!
Gina Romano: INTRODUCING FIRST…FROM SALISBURY, MARYLAND….WEIGHING 312 POUNDS… HE IS THE RING MASSSSSTTTEEEEEERRRRRRRRRRRRR!!!!!!!
Eve: The Ring Master has all the potential in the world to be something great in this company! He has the discipline, work ethic, and heart to want to do great things in this company! Plus, he seems like the nicest guy on this brand! There is nothing much that can bring him down!
Deadprez: The Ring Master came short at Under Siege against Ryan Wilson, but was able to redeem himself from the loss with a victory over Lucas Johnson!
Gavin Kirkland: Now, The Ring Master has a pretty tough challenge his way, but he seems pretty confident about this match since he managed to get a victory over Ahren Fournier in tag team action back in January.
(“Three Ain’t Enough” fades as “Starboy” by The Weeknd replaces it. Ahren Fournier comes out with a focused look on his face. He has his trademark fur goat, black umbrella and shades as he looks around the sea of EAW fans booing.)
Gina Romano: INTRODUCING HIS OPPONENT…FROM PAWTUCKET, RHODE ISLAND…WEIGHING 210 POUNDS… HE IS “THE GOAT”…AHHHHHRRRREEEEEEEEENNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN FOOOUUURRRRRNNNNNNNIIIIIIIEEEERRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR!!!!!
Eve: At Under Siege, Ahren Fournier came short at capturing the Answers World Championship. Last week on Showdown, Ahren watched Jenny Punk get fired from her spot as Showdown General Manager. Before that, Jenny advised Ahren to rework on his career and rebuilding himself without being in a tag team. It seems like Ahren is going to take that advice.
Deadprez: Ahren Fournier did mention that this loss to Ring Master in tag team action was quite embarrassing for him. He would love nothing more than redeem himself from the victory! But, I don’t believe that underestimating Ring Master is going to work in his favor.
Gavin Kirkland: Ahren Fournier is “The GOAT.” I believe that he’ll step up to the plate and remind everyone why he’s the best on this brand and company!
(DING! DING! DING!)
Deadprez: In a so-called “rematch” from January, Ahren Fournier takes on The Ring Master! Ahren would love to begin his road to redemption, avenging himself from losing the credibility that he’s been losing for these past few months!
Gavin Kirkland: The Ring Master has really broken out in the past year! Despite the defeat by the hands of Ryan Wilson at Under Siege, there’s no denying that he’s captured the hearts of the EAW Universe!
(Ahren Fournier meets The Ring Master in the middle of the ring and begins to trash talk him.)
Eve: Ahren Fournier talks a bit game, but when he’s at his absolute best, he backs it up in the ring. Despite how he feels about The Ring Master, Ahren still feels the need to prove something to himself!
Deadprez: Ahren Fournier gets The Ring Master and pushes his face away! I don’t think that was the smartest thing for him to do! :lupe:
Gavin Kirkland: AND…THE RING MASTER GETS AHREN FOURNIER UP AND SHOVES HIM TO THE CORNER! THE RING MASTER BEGINS TO CONNECT WITH SOME TURNBUCKLE THRUSTS TO AHREN’S RIBS AT THE CORNER! Ring Master takes a couple of steps back before running towards Ahren with a clothesline! Ahren collapses down to a seated position as it seems like the impact of that clothesline was enough to knock some wind out of him! THE RING MASTER GETS AHREN UPON HIS SHOULDER AND IT SEEMS LIKE HE’S GOING FOR THE BIG ENDING — THE OVER THE SHOULDER CUTTER!
Eve: But, Ahren Fournier manages to slip out of the position behind The Ring Master! The Ring Master turns himself around as he eats a slap across the face! But, The Ring Master headbutts Ahren as he manages to fall down to one knee! He picks up ‘The GOAT’ by his shoulders and throws him towards the horizontal set of ropes! Ring Master charges towards the former EAW Champion and clotheslines him over the top rope!
Deadprez: NO! AHREN FOURNIER MANAGES TO CATCH HIMSELF ON THE APRON AS THE RING MASTER THROWS A PUNCH TO AHREN IN HOPES OF KNOCKING HIM OUT OF THE RING, BUT AHREN DUCKS THE PUNCH AND CONNECTS WITH A HEEL KICK THAT STAGGERS THE RING MASTER BACK! Ahren joins him back inside the ring! Ahren connects with a running knee breaker on The Ring Master, before following that up with a neckbreaker! Ahren hooks the leg!
OOOOOOOOOOOOOONE!!!!
Gavin Kirkland: The Ring Master manages to lift Ahren Fournier over his head! Ahren lands horribly on his stomach as he clutches to it! The Ring Master gets back to his feet as he seems to be a bit dizzy due to the knee from Ahren, but he’s trying to shake it off! The Ring Master gets Ahren to a vertical base before picking him up and connecting with a bodyslam! Ahren clutches his back in pain! Ring Master rebounds off the ropes in front of Ahren before connecting with a leg drop!
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOONE!!!
Eve: Ahren Fournier gets his left shoulder up as this match continues! The Ring Master gets Ahren back up to his feet and pushes him towards the ropes! Ahren rebounds himself off the ropes, but The Ring Master connects with a shoulder block, which takes Ahren down! So far, Ahren hasn’t been looking too good in this matchup! The Ring Master is bringing the fight to Ahren, which is something I don’t think that he was expecting himself! If Ahren can realize that he may need to take a different approach going into this match, he could pull this off to win, but so far, it seems like this match is going to be in the favor of The Ring Master.
Deadprez: The Ring Master gets Ahren Fournier up to his feet, gets Ahren by his skull and throws him headfirst to the corner! Ahren manages to turn himself around! The Ring Master charges towards Ahren with a big boot, but Ahren manages to get out of the corner as fast as possible! The Ring Master’s leg gets stuck on the top rope, BUT AHREN MANAGES TO CONNECT WITH A CHOP BLOCK TO THE BACK OF RING MASTER’S LEFT KNEE! RING MASTER DROPS BACK AS AHREN GETS ON TOP OF THE RING MASTER AND PROCEEDS TO NAIL HIM WITH SOME PUNCHES! NOW, HE GOES FOR SOME NASTY ELBOW STRIKES. WE BEGIN TO SEE A BIT OF THE MMA BACKGROUND FROM AHREN FOURNIER.
Gavin Kirkland: Ahren Fournier begins to apply a headlock on The Ring Master! He transitions the standard headlock to a front headlock as he slowly makes his way back to his feet along with The Ring Master! Ahren has a side headlock applied, but it seems like Ring Master is looking for a way out of this headlock!
Eve: The Ring Master lifts Ahren over his head, but Ahren Fournier is determined to keep his feet planted on the ground! The Ring Master lifts Ahren up, but it’s not successful! Ahren is so focused on making sure that he does not get lifted up in the air! But, it seems like The Ring Master is going to go for it for the third time! The Ring Master throws Ahren over his head! But, Ahren manages to land on his feet! The Ring Master turn himself around as Protect Ya Neck! Clothesline from Hell on The Ring Master!
Deadprez: No! The Ring Master manages to get Ahren Fournier by his arm! Ring Master with a swinging STO on ‘The GOAT.’ Ahren Fournier is taken down! But, Ahren manages to use some of his strength to roll himself out of the ring, which was the smartest thing that he could do at this moment! Every time that Ahren seems to be getting a bit of momentum for himself, Ring Master has been there to stop it! It would be best for Ahren to strategize what he should be doing next! I think that underestimating Ring Master in this match was a mistake on his part! Ahren is really going to need to think of a different approach if he wants to win this match! It has been all Ring Master throughout this match!
Gavin Kirkland: The Ring Master exits the ring in order to retrieve Ahren Fournier, BUT AHREN PULLS THE RING SKIRT AS RING MASTER FINDS HIMSELF INSIDE THE SKIRT OF THE RING! AHREN PROCEEDS TO PUNCH THE LIVING HELL OUT OF THE RING MASTER! AHREN GETS RING MASTER BY HIS HEAD AND BEGINS TO BASH HIM AGAINST THE EDGE OF THE APRON OVER AND OVER AGAIN! AHREN IS ALMOST LIKE A MADMAN AT THE MOMENT! Nothing is stopping him from making sure that he avenges himself from all of these setbacks! The Ring Master collapses down after getting his head bashed against the edge of the apron! Ahren gets on the apron, gets the Ring Master by his neck and begins to choke Ring Master with the bottom rope!
Referee: ONE! TWO! THREE! FOUR! FIVE! RELEASE THE HOLD, AHREN!
Eve: Ahren Fournier releases the hold and rolls himself out of the ring! It seems like this official is being a bit more lenient with this match up! The Ring Master manages to slide himself out of the ring apron skirt! He begins to clutch his neck and gasp for some air back to his lungs! Ahren gets The Ring Master and throws him to the front of the announcer’s table! Ahren gets his foot and presses it against Ring Master’s face! Ahren holds his arms out in confidence as the EAW Universe is not enjoying the gesture from ‘The GOAT.’
Deadprez: The Ring Master has won over the EAW Universe and Ahren Fournier is looking to crush their spirits tonight! Ahren steps off of Ring Master before getting him back to his feet by his face! It seems like Ahren is getting a few choice words out, but I don’t think the audio is picking it up. :lupe:
Gavin Kirkland: I think those are words that Drake King would not approve of. :lupe:
Eve: Ahren Fournier throws The Ring Master to the steel ring post! Dear god, Ring Master’s head just bounced off the ring post! He drops to his back as Ahren has that sinister grin on his face being formed! It seems like The Ring Master is out of it for the moment! I would advise for Ahren to head back to the ring and secure the victory for himself! Ahren tries to get Ring Master up, but it’s not like The Ring Master is the lightest person on this roster.
Gavin Kirkland: Lighter than Xander Payne.
Deadprez: Ahren Fournier, with a bit of struggle, manages to roll The Ring Master back inside the ring! Ahren slides himself back in the ring before crawling for the cover! Ahren feeling confident that this will be enough to secure him the win!
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOONE!!!! TWOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!! THR–
Gavin Kirkland: THE RING MASTER KICKS OUT!!!!!
Eve: Ahren Fournier is in disbelief at the moment! He smacks his hands against the canvas before shouting at the official that it was a three count, but the official is not buying it whatsoever!
Deadprez: The more pissed off Ahren Fournier gets in this match, the more dangerous that he’s going to be! I don’t think The Ring Master ever wants to reach the point where Ahren becomes more dangerous than he is right now! Ahren gets The Ring Master to his knees before getting him by the wrists — AHREN CONNECTS WITH A THE CLIMAX — RIPCORD KNEE STRIKE ON THE RING MASTER! THE RING MASTER FALLS BACK, BUT AHREN DOES NOT GO FOR THE COVER THERE! INSTEAD, HE TAKES A COUPLE OF STEPS BACK TOWARDS THE ROPES! HE IS STALKING THE RING MASTER UP TO HIS FEET! PROTECT YA NECK!
Gavin Kirkland: NO! The Ring Master manages to deliver a nasty spear to Ahren Fournier out of nowhere! The Ring Master is still in this match! The Ring Master is not going to quit! Ahren is clutching his stomach in pain! The Ring Master is wobbly, but somehow, manages to get back to his feet! Ring Master gets Ahren and connects with a gorilla press slam! Ahren’s back clashes with the canvas harshly! The Ring Master has him there for the pin!
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOONE!!!! TWOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!
Eve: AHREN FOURNIER KICKS OUT!!!!
Deadprez: The Ring Master is trying his best not to let his emotions get the best of him! He looks like he’s ready to wrap up this match! He may be just a few seconds away from getting another victory over the former EAW Champion! The Ring Master gets Ahren up on his shoulder! BIG ENDING!
Gavin Kirkland: Not yet, Deadprez! Ahren Fournier manages to slide out of the Big Ending once again! This is not how this match is going to end! The Ring Master turns himself around as Ahren connects with a superkick that staggers Ring Master back, BUT RING MASTER MANAGES TO STAND HIMSELF STRAIGHT, BUT THIS MAKES AHREN CONNECT WITH ANOTHER SUPERKICK! THE RING MASTER MANAGES TO STAGGER BACK, BUT AHREN BACKS AWAY TOWARDS THE ROPES — PROTECT YA NECK! CLOTHESLINE FROM HELL ON THE RING MASTER! The Ring Master drops down, but look at this, guys!
Eve: The Ring Master is making it to an all fours position! How in the world does Ring Master still have energy after the Protect Ya Neck?
Deadprez: AHREN FOURNIER WITH A STORYBOOK ENDING! THE CURB STOMP TO THE SKULL OF RING MASTER! AHREN COVERS HIM!
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOONE!!!!!! TWOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!! THREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!
(DING! DING! DING!)
(“Starboy” plays once again as Ahren Fournier manages to get to his knees. The Ring Master rolls out of the ring, leaving Ahren to celebrate in the ring. The official raises Ahren’s hand in victory.)
Gina Romano: THE WINNER OF THIS MATCH…AHRRREEEEEEEEEEEEENNNNNNNNNNNNNN FOOOUUURRRRRRRNNNNNNIIIIIIEEEEEERRRRRRRRRRRRRR!!!!!!
Gavin Kirkland: Ahren Fournier gets himself a well-needed victory after how things at Under Siege went for him!
Eve: The Ring Master proved that he was difficult to take down! Ahren Fournier needed to put him down with a Protect Ya Neck and a Storybook Ending! Still, The Ring Master has a bright future on this brand! He is really someone to look out for this Pain for Pride season!
(Commercial break promoting the Grand Rampage Match. 30 Elitists. 1 Winner. Who will stamp their ticket to Pain for Pride? Find out on the EAW Network!)
( We arrive at a relatively peaceful and calm residential area of Staten Island, and are taken into the comfy living room of the home where a woman in her late 50s is sitting on a recliner and scrolling through the news in her iPad. )
♩Ding-Dong♪
( The woman looks up towards the house door. )
Woman: Ameer! Hurry up and get the door please thank you.
( No response. )
♩Ding-Dong♪
Woman: Ameer! The door!!!
( Do respond. )
♩Ding-Dong♪
Woman: huffs For fucks sake, useless little brats. (To the door, in a sing-songy voice) Just a minute!
( The woman stands up and walks over to the door to open. Standing at the doorway are Mr. DEDEDE and Kassidy Heart, who stand together side by side with smiles on their faces. )
Woman: Hi! You’re the babysitters, correct? From the Fat Man’s job?
Kassidy Heart: Well, we’re a lot more than babysitters… but yes, we’re here from the fat man’s job. I assume you mean Xander Payne. :mjlol:
Mr. DEDEDE: :mjlol:
( The woman invites DDD and Kassidy into the home. )
Woman: Yeah. Come on in I’ve been expecting you two! My name’s Judy. Who do I have the pleasure of meeting?
Kassidy Heart: Seriously lady? You mean you really don’t know us?
Mr. DEDEDE: That’s okay. Nice to meet you Judy, I’m Ryan and this is my wife Kassidy. We understand you’re a little under the weather as of late and you’re not able to watch over the kids. I’m actually Xander’s boss, by the way.
Judy: Oh really? Does he do as shit of a job in the workplace as he does taking care of my daughter and their kids?
( DDD and Kass exchange looks, concealing their laughter. )
Mr. DEDEDE: Actually you know what he’s one of my model employees. We’re very happy to have him as a part of the work force from a professional standpoint, despite our personal differences. He really is such a valuable asset to my company and I figured, with all the times he’s had our backs, we may as well have his.
Judy: Value? In that useless big ugly bastard? Sounds like something out of a fever dream. I don’t doubt him being an asset… at least when you exclude the last two letters.
Kassidy Heart: (giggles) You’re hilarious. What are you to him anyways?
Judy: I have the misfortune of being his mother in law.
Kassidy Heart: Welp. Say no more.
Mr. DEDEDE: That explains it.
Judy: Hang on I’ll get the kids over here (Judy turns towards one of the hallways that lead to the kids rooms) AMEER!!!! I CALLED YOUR NAME THREE TIMES NOW. I AM NOT ABOUT TO MAKE IT FOUR. GET YOUR STINKING ASS OUT HERE NOW!!!!
( A brief moment later, Xander Payne’s 11 year old son, Ameer, enters the communal area paying attention to his Nintendo Switch. His 5 year old little sister, Seneca, tails closely behind him. She notices the presence of DDD and Kassidy and shyly hides behind her brother. )
Judy: You guys say hello to Ryan and Kassidy.
Ameer: (not looking up from what he’s watching) Sup.
Judy: Ameer, eye contact.
Ameer: Hey what’s happening- (his attention is averted from his Switch) DDD??? Kassidy??? Grammy why is The Mauler in our house?
Judy: I don’t know what any of that means sweetie, but these two are here to watch you guys while I’m away.
Ameer: This is like, so weird.
Judy: Go ahead Ameer, greet them like a civilized being.
Ameer: Hi.
( Ameer holds out his hand, and Kassidy shakes his hand first. DDD purposefully coughs in the palm of his hand before shaking it. Ameer wipes his palm on his t-shirt, visibly grossed out. )
Ameer: Chill I don’t want Corona!
( Kassidy notices Seneca, and comes closer to her with a smile. )
Kassidy: Who’s this little shy one?
Judy: Seneca, show some manners.
Kassidy: No worries! Hi Seneca, that’s a really pretty name.
Seneca: Thank you.
Kassidy: She’s gorgeous! How can an angel like her come from a ‘thing’ like Xander?
Judy: You may as well be asking for the secrets of the universe.
Mr. DEDEDE: Hey Seneca, ever read “Letters From A Stoic” , or contemplated the musings of Marcus Aurelius? 😀
Kassidy: You and your 10th century Philosopher references that nobody ever gets :rolling_eyes:
Ameer: Grandma no back talk but do we really need anybody to watch us if you’re here?
Judy: That’s the thing hun, grandma’s actually got things to do today.
Ameer: But aren’t you sick?
Judy: Yeah I’m sick of carrying your father’s load for this house. (lowering her voice) Between you and me I matched with a tall, dark and handsome hottie on Tinder and I’ll be spending the weekend over at his place.
Ameer: :unamused: Oh jeez.
Judy: Your grandma’s been getting more matches than ever since this whole “quarantine” thing. And you little shits had better behave for Ryan and Kass while I’m away, got that?
Ameer: I guess…
Judy: (to DDD and Kass) If these two give you any trouble I’ll be a phone call away. Seneca’s a sweet little darling but it takes a little time for her to come out of her shell. Ameer on the other hand can be kind of insolent on occasion, he’s a smart alec like his father. But definitely don’t tolerate his nonsense otherwise he’ll run you right off the road. If you two will excuse me I’ve got to pack up-I mean pack it in. I’m feeling a little bit of a head rush.
Mr. DEDEDE: No need to explain to us Judy! We’ll take it from here. You take care of yourself.
( Judy smiles and exits the scene with her iPad. DDD and Kass turn back to the two children. )
Ameer: Well, if either of you two need me I’ll be playing Minecraft.
Mr. DEDEDE: Uh-actually we do need you. Do you mind getting yourself and your sister ready? We’re actually planning a super fun road trip for the both of you.
Ameer: Road trip? You mean like those lame ass drives my parents take us on to Ontario every summer?
Mr. DEDEDE: No sir, by “road trip” I don’t actually mean a road whatsoever. And we damn sure ain’t going to Cucknada.
Kassidy: How do you feel about a trip to the EAW Performance Center?
Ameer: :notbad:
Mr. DEDEDE: And how do you feel about taking the chopper :eyes:
Ameer: :oh: Haven’t been in a helicopter before. Then again I am really, really scared of heights.
Seneca: gasp Helicopter? Do you mean those things that fly??? With the spinning tops?
( Seneca’s sweet little voice melts Kassidy’s heart. )
Kassidy: Yes, my dear, they are the things with the spinning tops! And they fly really high, and go really fast as well. Faster than they appear, actually.
Seneca: And we’re going to be in there?
Kassidy: Mhm. But only if your brother wants. We certainly don’t want to be in another child abduction situation (glares at DDD) now don’t we, Ryan?
Mr. DEDEDE: Oh, why heavens no !
Seneca: Ameer please?
Ameer: Sure I guess. Let me go get ready then. Come on Sen.
( Ameer takes his little sister away to get prepared for the ‘road trip’, and DDD and Kassidy exchange coy smiles. To be continued. )
( ‘War’ by Dance With The Dead hits as Santo Muerte comes out to a mixed reaction from the crowd. He walks with a purpose to the ring focused on the task at hand.)
Gina Romano: THE FOLLOWING CONTEST IS SET FOR ONE FALL!! INTRODUCING FIRST,…FROM DEATH VALLEY, CALIFORNIA…WEIGHING IN AT TWO HUNDRED POUNDS….”THE SAINT OF DEATH”….SSAANNNTTTOO MMMUUERRTTEEE!!!!!
Eve: A man on a mission tonight. He came up short at Under Siege for the PURE Title and he’s letting people know he ain’t happy about it. He beat Alexis Chambers last week and he wasn’t shy on letting his feelings out against Jake this week. A victory here could bring him that much closer to perhaps a title shot.
(“R U Mine?” by Arctic Monkeys blares the speakers to overwhelming boos from the crowd. Jake Smith steps out wearing the PURE Title around his waist and he soaks in the boos. He does the “come on” motion behind him and Alexis Chambers follows reluctantly behind him wearing a black crop top and jeans.)
Gina Romano: AND HIS OPPONENT….ACCOMPANIED BY ALEXIS CHAMBERS….FROM VENICE, CALIFORNIA….WEIGHING IN AT TWO HUNDRED AND TEN POUNDS….HE IS THE REIGNING EAW PURE CHAMPION….”THE MIGHTIEST ONE”….JJJAAAKKKEEE SSSMMIITTTHHH!!!!
Gavin Kirkland: Here comes out proud champion!
Eve: :usure: You remember how he won the title?
Gavin Kirkland: That don’t matter. All he did was win the gauntlet fair and square. You may not like it Eve, but you gotta accept it. He’s on a mission tonight to beat Santo….to show off in front of Alexis I guess? I don’t blame him honestly.
(Jake sits out a steel chair at ringside and instructs Alexis to sit down. Alexis gives him a blank expression before walking over and grabbing her own chair, then sitting down next to the empty one Jake put down. Jake looks a bit annoyed before entering the ring.)
Gavin Kirkland: Oh my god, she’s sitting like ten feet from me! I can smell her from here. :blessed:
(Ding! Ding! Ding!)
Eve: Both men circle the ring now, and both men lock up in a collar and elbow tie-up! Jake Smith now has Santo in a side headlock and Santo tries to push Jake off him but Jake wrenches down on the headlock and Santo drops to a knee. Santo now a few seconds later is back to a vertical base and he throws an elbow to the ribs of Jake and finally manages to run and push Jake off him and Jake goes flying to the ropes, Santo attempts a clothesline but Jake ducks underneath and goes flying off the opposite ropes but Santo connects with a high back body drop and Jake retreats out of the ring. I guess he needs to rethink his strategy here.
(Jake looks at Alexis and Alexis just gives a smirk.)
Deadprez: Santo now is inviting Jake back in the ring but Jake is being cautious about entering. Jake slowly climbs up the rope and steps through the middle rope into the ring, and both competitors are circling the ring again. Jake throws a kick right to the midsection of Santo and it drives Santo back into the corner and Jake stays on the attack as he throws several right hands at Santo, he now has a chokehold on Santo as the referee begins his count.
ONE!
TWO!
THREE!
FOUR!
FIV- COME ON BACK IT UP!
Eve: Jake Smith throws his hands up at the referee before swinging at Santo again but Santo ducks it and switches spots with Jake with Jake now in the corner, and Santo hits several shoulder thrusts on Jake! Santo irish whips Jake but Jake reverses it and sends Santo into the opposite corner, and Jake runs at Santo in the corner but Santo got his feet up stopping Jake in his tracks, and Santo places his feet around Jake’s head, and the connects with a hurricanrana across the ring from the corner! Santo is trying to keep the momentum going here as Jake is up to his feet and he turns around and Santo picks him up in a powerslam position, and Santo connects with a sitout slam, he reaches out and grabs Jake’s leg for the pin!
OOONNEE!!!!
TTWWWO!!!!!
Gavin Kirkland: Jake kicks out and Santo is not wasting any time now as he hops on top of the PURE Champion and is throwing several rights and lefts while Jake is trying his best to cover up! The referee manages to get some separation between the two competitors, but only for a few seconds as Santo shoves the ref out of the way to go back on the attack–BUT JAKE DROPS HIM TO THE MAT IN A CROSSFACE! HE’S GOT IT LOCKED IN IN THE CENTER OF THE RING, AND SANTO IS SCRAMBLING TO FIND A WAY OUT OF THIS SUBMISSION! SANTO REVERSES IT INTO A PIN!
OONNEE!!
TTTWWO!!!!!
Eve: JAKE REVERSES IT BACK INTO THE CROSSFACE! SANTO’S FACE IS TURNING RED HERE AND HE’S TRYING TO CRAWL TO THE ROPES! CAN HE GET THERE?! YES HE DOES! SANTO GETS TO THE ROPES AND JAKE HAS TO RELEASE THE HOLD! JAKE DRAGS SANTO TO THE CENTER OF THE RING AND GRABS HIM BY THE LEGS LOOKING FOR ANOTHER SUBMISSION BUT SANTO KICKS JAKE IN THE FACE, AND KICKS HIM AGAIN AND JAKE STUMBLES BACKWARDS, AND JAKE RUNS AT SANTO AGAIN BUT SANTO COUNTERS WITH A DROP TOE HOLD AND JAKE IS A SITTING DUCK ON THE SECOND ROPE! SANTO IS A FULL HEAD OF STEAM RUNS TO THE ROPES AND DRIVES BOTH OF KNEES TO THE BACK OF JAKE SMITH’S HEAD!
Deadprez: SANTO CAN PERHAPS FEEL VICTORY NEAR AS HE WAITS FOR JAKE TO GET TO HIS FEET! JAKE IS HOLDING THE BACK OF HIS HEAD IN PAIN AS SANTO IS LYING IN WAIT AND HE HOOKS BOTH OF JAKE’S ARMS FROM THE BACKSIDE, BUT JAKE THROWS ELBOW SHOTS TO THE FACE OF SANTO BREAKING THE HOLD ON HIS ARMS! JAKE SMITH THROWS A HARD HEADBUTT AT SANTO AND SANTO STUMBLES ONTO THE ROPES AND BOUNCES OFF IT AND WALKS RIGHT INTO THE PARALYZER!! THE DEVASTATING SPINEBUSTER!! IS THIS IT?!
OOONNEEE!!!
TTTWWWOOO!!!!
TTTHHRREEE!!!!!
Eve: SANTO KICKS OUT! JAKE LOOKS AROUND ON WHAT TO DO TO PUT THIS MATCH AWAY–AND WHAT THE?! HE LOOMS OVER AT ALEXIS AND SMIRKS AS HE EXITS THE RING, WHAT IS HE DOING?!
(Jake smirks at Alexis as she gives an unimpressed look. He looks under the ring for a weapon before pulling out something.)
Deadprez: IS THAT?!……THAT’S “THE CHAMBERS FAMILY PTSD INVOKER”!!!! The same weapon he used on her brother a year ago that almost ended not only his career, but his life. Alexis stands up and isn’t happy about this stunt.
Gavin Kirkland: She just stood up in front of me, that ass tho. :shaq:
Eve: JAKE’S GOING IN THE RING WITH IT AS HE GIVES ALEXIS A GLARE, BUT IT’S NOT A NO DQ MATCH, HE’D GET DISQUALIFIED! I DON’T THINK HE CARES IF HE GETS DISQUALIFIED AS HE’S GONNA SWING AT SANTO WITH IT!!–BUT ALEXIS IS ON THE APRON AND GRABS THE BAT FROM HIM AND THROWS IT TO THE GROUND! JAKE IS SMILING ABOUT THIS–BUT SANTO RUNS AND JAKE SIDESTEPS IT AND SANTO ALMOST RUNS INTO ALEXIS–BUT JAKE ROLLS HIM UP FROM BEHIND!!
OONNNNEEE!!!!
TTTWWWO!!!!!!!!!
TTTTHHRREEEE!!!!!
Deadprez: SANTO ESCAPES AND BOTH MEN ARE UP AND RUN INTO A DOUBLE CLOTHESLINE ON ONE ANOTHER!! BOTH MEN ARE STIRRING AND JAKE IS UP TO HIS FEET A LITTLE QUICKER AND APPROACHES SANTO BUT SANTO THROWS AN ELBOW AT JAKE AND JAKE STUMBLES BACKWARDS! SANTO RUNS AT HIM AGAIN AND CONNECTS WITH A SLINGBLADE!! JAKE IS UP AND WALKS RIGHT INTO THE ARMS OF SANTO BUT JAKE SLIPS OUT FROM BEHIND AND SHOVES SANTO FROM THE BACK FORWARD AND THEN SANTO TURNS AROUND–SUPERKICK FROM JAKE!! BUT SANTO CAUGHT IT!! SANTO SHAKES HIS HEAD AT JAKE WHO’S BEGGING FOR MERCY!
Eve: SANTO SPINS JAKE AROUND AND JAKE LEAPS HIGH FOR A KICKS BUT SANTO SAW THAT COMING AS JAKE IS ON THE MAT AND SANTO HAS THE ARM NOW OF JAKE! HE’S LOOKING FOR THE OFFERING! JAKE IS TRYING WITH ALL HIS WILL TO GET OUT OF THIS PREDICAMENT! SANTO NOW HAS THE OFFERING LOCKED IN!! JAKE OUT OF PURE ADRENALINE THROWS HIS BODY TO THE SIDE AND GETS HIS FEET ON THE ROPES! THAT WAS OUT OF PURE DESPERATION RIGHT THERE!
Gavin Kirkland: SANTO TRIES LIFTING JAKE SMITH UP AND PLACES HIM BETWEEN HIS LEGS, MAYBE FOR PERHAPS THE LAST BREATHE, BUT JAKE SMITH TWIRLS OUT OF IT AND GOES FOR ANOTHER SUPERKICK–BUT SANTO WENT UNDERNEATH AND PICKS HIM UP IN A POWERBOMB POSITION UP HIGH–BUCKLE BOMB FROM SANTO AS HE THREW JAKE INTO THE CORNER!! JAKE IS WOBBLY NOW AS SANTO BRINGS HIM TO THE CENTER OF THE RING AND PLACES HIM BETWEEN HIS LEGS AGAIN!! DEATH VALLEY DESTROYER!!!! THE FRONT FLIP POWERBOMB! THIS MAY BE OVER HERE AS HE HOOKS THE LEG!!
OOONNNEEE!!!!!!
TTTTWWWWOOOO!!!!
TTTTTTHHHRREEEE!!!!!
Eve: NO! JAKE SMITH GETS THE SHOULDER UP AND THIS MATCH CONTINUES!! SANTO PULLS HIMSELF UP AND ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE RING JAKE IS IN THE CORNER TRYING TO PULL HIMSELF UP AND SANTO LAUNCHES HIMSELF AT HIM BUT JAKE SIDESTEPS IT!! JAKE THROWS A HARD FOREARM TO SANTO IN THE CORNER!! JAKE LIFTS SANTO UP HIGH ON THE TOP ROPE AND THROWS SEVERAL RIGHTS AT HIS SKULL BEFORE CLIMBING UP THERE WITH HIM!! SANTO IS TRYING FIGHT OFF JAKE AS JAKE’S TRYING FOR A SUPERPLEX–BUT JAKE WITH AN EYE RAKE TO SANTO!! JAKE CONNECTS WITH A FISHERMAN SUPLEX FROM THE TOP ROPE!! SANTO GOT LAUNCHED AND JAKE REALIZES HE LAUNCHED HIM TOO FAR TO GO FOR THE COVER!! JAKE DID SOME DAMAGE TO HIMSELF ON THAT LANDING! WHAT THE HELL–
(Lance Blackfyre makes his way to the ringside area.)
Eve: LANCE BLACKFYRE?! WHAT THE HELL IS HE DOING INTERRUPTING THIS MATCHUP?! HE’S EYEING DOWN JAKE SMITH NOW IN THE RING AND BEGINS TO MAKE HIS WAY INTO THE RING BUT BEFORE HE DOES–
Deadprez: ALEXIS CHAMBERS IS TRYING TO CALM THE BIG MAN DOWN BUT HE SHOVES HER BY THE FACE AND BEGINS CLIMBING THE APRON!!
Eve: ALEXIS JUST GRABBED LANCE BY HIS FEET AND DROPPED HIM AND LANCE HITS FACE FIRST!! LANCE IS NOT HAPPY HERE AS HE’S STARING DOWN ALEXIS AS IF SHE TOOK HIS LUNCH!! LANCE GRABS ALEXIS BY HER THROAT!! ALL ALEXIS WAS DOING WAS MAKING SURE THIS MATCH WASN’T RUINED!!
Lance Blackfyre: YOU FUCKING BITCH!!
Eve: OH MY GOD!!! LANCE GRABS HER BY THE HAIR AND SWINGS ALEXIS RIGHT INTO THE BARRICADE BACK FIRST! HE PICKS HER UP AND DOES IT AGAIN ON THE OPPOSITE SIDE!! JAKE SMITH SEES WHAT’S HAPPENING AND HE MAKES HIS WAY TO THE OUTSIDE! LANCE PICKS UP THE DEFENSELESS ALEXIS–AND JAKE SMITH HITS LANCE IN THE BACK WITH THAT BARBED WIRE BASEBALL BAT ALEXIS TOOK FROM HIM EARLIER! HE’S SWINGING IT REPEATEDLY AT LANCE!! JAKE SMITH IS ANGRY RIGHT NOW, HOLY SHIT!! JAKE DROPS THE WEAPON AND PUSHES LANCE SHOULDER FIRST INTO THE STEEL STEPS!!! SOMETHING SNAPPED INSIDE OF JAKE SMITH!!
Deadprez: Jake walks over and helps Alexis to her feet. Alexis looks like she didn’t appreciate being helped, and she points at Jake to finish the match in the ring–BUT OH MY GOD!! SANTO WITH A TOPE CON HILO ON BOTH JAKE AND ALEXIS AS JAKE AND HER WEREN’T PAYING ATTENTION!!
Eve: SANTO IMMEDIATELY THROWS JAKE IN THE RING AND SLIDES IN BEHIND HIM AND HOOKS BOTH OF HIS ARMS FORM THE BACK AGAIN!!–DEATH NOTE!! THE PUMPHANDLE DRIVER!!!! SANTO COVERS!!
OOONNNEEEEE!!!!
TTTTWWWOOO!!!!
TTTTHHRREEEEE!!!!
(Ding! Ding! Ding!)
(“War” hits as Santo rolls out of the ring and the referee follows him to raise his hand. He gives a stare at Alexis who looks on in pain. )
Gina Romano: HERE IS YOUR WINNER……SSSAAANNTTTOOO MMMUUERRRTTTEEE!!!!!
Eve: SANTO GETS A HUGE WIN OVER THE PURE CHAMPION! Jake let the outside distractions get to him and it costed him the match here tonight!
(Gina Romano is seen standing in the center of the ring.)
Gina Romano: Ladies and Gentlemen, the following contest is scheduled for ONE FALL! Introducing first…
(‘Awaken’ by Deathklok hits, and Ryan Wilson makes his way out to the stage. He has a confident look on his face after becoming the new general manager of Showdown last week, and is looking to have an even better night this week with a win against the Universal Women’s Champion. He makes his way down to the ring with a non caring smirk as Gina Romano begins to speak.)
Gina Romano: Making his way to the ring…. From Montreal, Quebec, Canada….. Weighing in at 220 pounds, HE IS THE SHOWDOWN GENERAL MANAGER, RYYAAAANNNNN WWIIIIIIIIILLSSOOOONN!!!!
Deadprez: And here comes our boss. You know, it’s not very often that we see someone wrestling while also running a brand. Last time I remember that happening was a year ago where Hurricane Hawk competed in a six man tag team match, but even then that was only a one off match. I wonder if the same thing goes here, or if we’ll continue to see Ryan compete after this.
Eve: It makes me wonder, do you think Ryan Wilson will hard himself opportunities? I mean, as an active wrestler as GM, some selfishness has to come into play, right?
Deadprez: We’ll just have to wait and see I suppose.
Gavin Kirkland: I saw a lot of complaining online about Ryan being general manager. This man better not drive all the ladies off of Showdown.
(As Ryan stands in the far corner of the ring, ‘Children of the Son’ by Pipe Choir begins to play. After a short while, Minerva then begins making her way out to the ring. As she walks out to the stage, she has the Universal Women’s Championship around her waist. She then begins making her way down to the ring, clearly focused on this match as she begins her new Championship reign, without Constance Blevins alongside her.)
Gina Romano: And his opponent….. From Coyote Flats, Texas….. Weighing in at 125 pounds…. SHE IS THE EAW UNIVERSAL WOMEN’S CHAMPION, MIIIINNEEEEEERRRRVVAAAAAA!!!!!
Deadprez: And here is Minerva! Minerva, we all know just how talented she is. That Universal Women’s Championship speaks for itself. In all honesty, I think Ryan is going to have a tough time dealing with Minerva here.
Eve: I-
Gavin Kirkland: A TOUGH TIME!? Forget a tough time, there’s no way Ryan Wilson is winning this match! Come on, hurry up and ring the bell. I’m excited to watch Minerva.
Eve: You cut me off, that was rude.
(Ding! Ding! Ding!)
Deadprez: And this one on one match is now underway! The Universal Women’s Champion Minerva, versus Showdown’s general manager Ryan Wilson! Both competitors now are locking up, and I’m sure this will be quite the interesting match. Ryan Wilson is able to get a standing headlock applied on Minerva, but it doesn’t take Minerva long to run towards the ropes, causing Ryan’s headlock to be released! Minerva bringing Ryan to the mat now with a Fujiwara armbar, but before she could get it fully locked in Ryan pulls her down for a pin- only for Minerva to immediately kick out!
Eve: Kick to the midsection by Minerva, and this time she’s the one that gets Ryan in a headlock! I wouldn’t exactly call these two fan favorites, but I’m sure Minerva would be the lesser of two evils here, especially after Ryan Wilson “sold out” to Mr. DEDEDE. Ryan now with repeated punches to the midsection, and now that forced Minerva to let go of Ryan! Ryan with an irish whip to the ropes, and he charges in- BUT MINERVA HITS RYAN WITH A BOOT TO THE FACE! Ryan dropping to a knee after that boot and that allows Minerva to capitalize as she slams Ryan’s head into the mat! Cover by Minerva!
ONE-
Gavin Kirkland: Ryan kicks out, and to be honest I’m glad this match isn’t already over! There’s only one woman in the main event tonight and she’s not even wrestling! Ryan is getting back to his feet, and now Minerva sends him into the corner before charging in- Oh no, Ryan with a boot to the face! Ryan climbing up to the middle rope, and he attempts a diving axe handle but Minerva just hit a huge kick to the midsection! Minerva with the front facelock now, and she attempts a suplex, but Ryan won’t allow himself to get off the ground!
Deadprez: Ryan now able to lift Minerva up for a suplex, but Minerva is able to pull herself down onto the apron! Ryan going for a forearm- but it’s blocked, and there’s a forearm by Minerva! Minerva now grabbing Ryan by the back of his head, and she slams him face first into the top turnbuckle! Minerva now climbing up to the top rope- NO! RYAN RUNS RIGHT OVER TO MINERVA AND PUSHES HER LEGS OUT FROM UNDER HER! Minerva is stuck on the top rope and now Ryan is looking to capitalize!
Eve: Ryan climbing up to the top rope to join Minerva- but Minerva hits Ryan with a huge right hand! Ryan looks surprised by that as he stumbles a bit, but now he hits Minerva with a punch of his own! Minerva with a second punch though, and now it looks like both competitors are going back and forth on the top rope- WAIT, NO! HEADBUTT BY MINERVA CAUSES RYAN TO DROP FROM THE TOP ROPE! RYAN LANDED ON HIS FEET THOUGH, AND JUST AS MINERVA GOT INTO POSITION RYAN CHARGED TOWARDS HER ONCE AGAIN, THIS TIME SHOVING HER OFF THE TOP ROPE ENTIRELY!
Gavin Kirkland: NO! Minerva just crashed outside of the ring, this is bad! Constance Blevins was already taken out at Under Siege, I can’t lose yet another woman! Ryan is rolling out of the ring now, what’s this man thinking? Minerva works for him now, shouldn’t he be taking care of his employees? Instead he’s grabbing Minerva, and he just sent her into the barricade! This isn’t right at all, what’s wrong with this man? Minerva now trying to pull herself up, but there’s a punch by Ryan! This is awful, if this man doesn’t stop soon I might need to get involved-
Deadprez: Gavin, she’ll be fine. Minerva grabbing onto the apron to pull herself up- and there’s a back elbow to Showdown’s general manager! Minerva now grabbing Ryan, and she slams him face first into the apron before rolling him into the ring! Minerva entering the ring herself now, and she goes to grab Ryan- but Ryan pulls Minerva down into a small package roll up!
ONE!
TW-
Deadprez: But Minerva manages to kick out before the two count, as both competitors get to their feet!
Eve: Ryan went for a clothesline just now but Minerva ducked it as she now runs the ropes- but there’s a boot to the midsection by Ryan, sending her back into the ropes! Ryan now charging in, SUPERMAN PUN- NO! MINERVA MANAGED TO CATCH RYAN’S ARM, AND THERE’S A KNEE LIFT TO THE MIDSECTION! RYAN IS DOWN, AND NOW MINERVA LOOKS TO CAPITALIZE! HELL’S BELL- NO! RYAN ROLLED OUT OF THE WAY! MINERVA JUST LANDED RIGHT ONTO THE MAT, AND NOW IT’S RYAN THAT’S LOOKING TO TAKE MINERVA OUT! RYAN RUNNING THE ROPES AS MINERVA GETS BACK UP, SUPERMAN PUNCH!
Gavin Kirkland: NO! RYAN’S PINNING MINERVA, THIS SHOULDN’T BE HAPPENING! HE’S GONNA BEAT THE UNIVERSAL WOMEN’S CHAMPION!
ONE!
TWO!!
TH-
Gavin Kirkland: YES! MINERVA KICKED OUT, YES! THAT’S WHY THIS WOMAN IS THE UNIVERSAL WOMEN’S CHAMPION! Some stupid man like Ryan Wilson would never get the edge over her!
Deadprez: Gavin, you do realize Ryan is your boss now, right?
Gavin Kirkland: SO!? I don’t care if he’s my boss at a time like this! Anyways, Ryan is trying to pull Minerva back to her feet- but Minerva is fighting Ryan off of her! Minerva with repeated punches to the midsection, and now she’s able to get back to her feet on her own!
Deadprez: RYAN ATTEMPTING A HUGE PUNCH OUTTA NOWHERE, BUT MINERVA IS ABLE TO BLOCK IT- AND SHE JUST HIT RYAN IN THE THROAT! I DON’T BELIEVE THE REFEREE SAW THAT, AND THIS ALLOWS MINERVA TO CAPITALIZE AS SHE NOW MANAGES TO LIFT RYAN UP! SEEDS OF EVIL CONNECTS! MINERVA JUST HIT THAT FISHERMAN’S BRAINBUSTER, AND NOW I THINK THIS MATCH MAY BE OVER! THE COVER BY MINERVA!
ONE!
TWO!!
THR-
Deadprez: NO, OUR BOSS MANAGES TO GET HIS SHOULDER UP BEFORE THREE! It’s still weird acknowledging Ryan Wilson as our boss, but never mind that! Ryan managed to kick out of the Seeds of Evil!
Eve: But I don’t think Minerva is finished just yet! Ryan is in perfect position, and after that brainbuster, I don’t think he’s gonna find a way to avoid this one! Minerva now, WITH THE HELL’S BELLS! THE HELL’S BELLS CONNECTS THIS TIME, AND NOW MINERVA ONCE AGAIN IS GOING FOR THE COVER, CAN RYAN KICK OUT ONCE AGAIN, OR IS THAT ALL FOR SHOWDOWN’S NEW GENERAL MANAGER!?
ONE!
TWO!!
THREE!!
Eve: WHAT!? RYAN MANAGED TO GET OS SHOULDER UP ONCE AGAIN!
Gavin Kirkland: OH COME ON, DON’T LOSE HOPE NOW GOTH QUEEN MINERVA! I don’t know how Ryan Wilson of all people managed to kick out of all that, but I’m sure Minerva can find a way to finish this match, even after all of that! All Minerva has to do is keep this onslaught going! Ryan was pretty on top of this match a while ago, Minerva can’t let him gain control of the match again!
Eve: Hey, you actually sound pretty smart for once.
Gavin Kirkland: What do you mean for once? When do I ever not sound smart?
Eve:… Just about every other time I’ve heard you speak.
Deadprez: Anyways.. Ryan is trying to crawl to the ropes, but now Minerva pulls him back by his head, BEFORE LOCKING IN AGROUNDED SLEEPERHOLD! RYAN WILSON IS TRAPPED IN A SLEEPERHOLD, AND RIGHT NOW THINGS ARE NOT LOOKING TOO GOOD FOR RYAN! RYAN NEEDS TO FIND A WAY OUT OF THIS SUBMISSION, OR ELSE IT’S GAME OVER FOR HIM, BECAUSE I DON’T SEE MINERVA LETTING GO OF THAT SLEEPERHOLD ANY TIME SOON! RYAN TURNING OVER ONTO HIS STOMACH, AND I THINK HE MIGHT BE TRYING TO REACH THOSE ROPES, BUT TO BE HONEST I THINK THAT’S GOING TO BE EVEN HARDER TO DO NOW!
Eve: WAIT, HE’S NOT TRYING TO REACH THE ROPES, HE’S GETTING UP TO HIS FEET! RYAN WILSON IS USING EVERYTHING INSIDE OF HIM TO GET UP TO HIS FEET RIGHT NOW, AND NOW HE RAMS BOTH HIMSELF AND MINERVA RIGHT INTO THE TURNBUCKLES! BOTH COMPETITORS ARE DOWN, AND NOW RYAN IS CLUTCHING AT HIS THROAT AFTER THAT SLEEPERHOLD! Both competitors are hurt, but had Ryan stayed in that sleeperhold for too long, this match probably would’ve ended in a win for the Universal Women’s Champ!
Gavin Kirkland: And that’s exactly how things should be! Ryan Wilson, he may have some potential as a general manager, maybe. However, no matter how I feel about him, I just can’t root for him for the sole fact that his opponent is a woman and Ryan isn’t. It just goes against who I am as a person. Anyways, both competitors are getting back to their feet, and it’s Minerva who strikes first! Minerva hit a huge forearm, and that alone nearly took Ryan off his feet! Wait, no! Ryan hits Minerva with his own forearm in return! I don’t like this one bit.
Deadprez: MINERVA RETALIATES WITH A SECOND FOREARM! RYAN GOES FOR A SECOND ONE OF HIS OWN, BUT MINERVA WAS ABLE TO BLOCK IT BEFORE HITTING A THIRD FOREARM! RYAN DROPPED DOWN TO A KNEE, AND THAT GAVE MINERVA THE OPENING SHE NEEDED TO RUN THE ROPES- BUT IT’S ALL FOR NOTHING AS RYAN RETALIATES WITH A HUGE BACK BODY DROP! RYAN JUST NOW USED THE SIZE ADVANTAGE HE HAS OVER MINERVA AND SENT HER FLYING RIGHT OVER HIM- WAIT A SECOND! MINERVA MANAGED TO LAND ON ALL FOURS! MINERVA LANDED AFTER THAT BACK BODY DROP, AND NOW SHE GRABS RYAN FROM BEHIND!
Eve: TWILIGHT CONNECTS! MINERVA HIT THE TWILIGHT, BUT LOOK AT THAT! RYAN WILSON IMMEDIATELY IS ROLLING OUT OF THE RING, OR AT LEAST HE ATTEMPTED TO! MINERVA IS JUST BARELY ABLE TO CATCH HIM BEFORE HE COULD MAKE IT OUT, IS THAT ALL FOR RYAN, OR DID SHOWDOWN’S GM BUY HIMSELF ENOUGH TIME TO RECOVER!? MINERVA WITH THE COVER!
ONE!
TWO!!
THREE!!!
Eve: RYAN WILSON’S FOOT WAS JUST BARELY UNDER THE BOTTOM ROPE! THIS MATCH SHOULD’VE BEEN OVER, BUT RYAN SOMEHOW MANAGED TO MAKE IT TO THE ROPES BEFORE MINERVA COULD FINISH THE MATCH, WHAT DOES THIS WOMAN HAVE TO DO!?
Gavin Kirkland: I guess I have to give Ryan credit where it’s due. The man is pretty smart, and he’s somehow find a way to hang in the ring with the Universal Women’s Champion for as long as he has, but there’s just no way he can win this! Goth Queen can do this, I know she can! Minerva pulling Ryan to his feet, AND SHE PULLS HIM INTO- NO! ELBOW BY RYAN- CHAOS THEORY!! NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO!!! RYAN JUST HIS MINERVA WITH THE CHAOS THEORY OUT OF NOWHERE WHEN IT LOOKED LIKE SHE WAS GONNA TRY AND HIT THE BLACK WEDDING! RYAN SOMEHOW LIFTING HIS ARM AND PUTTING IT OVER MINERVA, PLEASE DON’T TELL ME THIS IS IT!
ONE!
TWO!!
THREE!!
Deadprez: MINERVA GETS THE SHOULDER UP! SOMEHOW THIS MATCH STILL ISN’T FINISHED, AND ALL RYAN CAN DO IS COVER HIS FACE IN DISBELIEF, HOW ON EARTH DID THAT NOT GET THE JOB DONE!? STUFF LIKE THIS IS WHAT SHOWS THAT MINERVA TRULY IS ONE OF THE BEST TALENTS WE HAVE HERE ON SHOWDOWN! WE MAY BE MISSING ONE HALF OF HEAVENLY HELL, BUT MINERVA SEEMS TO BE DOING JUST FINE ON HER OWN!
Eve: Ryan is slowly managing to find his way back to his feet, and I wouldn’t like the sound of that if I were Minerva. At this point, Ryan is most likely reaching a point of desperation. He needs to find a way to win this match, and when you’re facing someone as good as Minerva, who knows the lengths Ryan will have to go to in order to win? Ryan now pulling Minerva up, and it looks like he really is trying to put Minerva out! Ryan looking Minerva right in her eyes, and you can see that he recognizes the talent Minerva possesses, but in the end it just might not be enough here tonight. A SECOND CHAOS THEORY!!
Gavin Kirkland: NO! THE CHAOS THEORY DOES NOT CONNECT THIS TIME! MINERVA JUST GRABBED RYAN FROM BEHIND AS HE WAS GOING FOR THE MOVE, AND NOW SHE HAS RYAN IN POSITION! PARADISE LOST!! IT CONNECTS, THANK GOD! BOTH MINERVA AND RYAN ARE DOWN, BUT MINERVA IS ABLE TO CRAWL OVER TO RYAN, AND NOW THERE’S THE COVER! THIS MATCH IS OVER, RING THE BELL!
ONE!
TWO!!
THREE!!!
(Ding! Ding! Ding!)
Gina Romano: Here is your winner…… THE EAW UNIVERSAL WOMEN’S CHAMPION, MIIINNNEEEERRRRVVAAAAAA!!!!!!
Gavin Kirkland: Oh thank God, I was on the verge of a breakdown watching this match progress.
Deadprez: I’m not even going to comment on that. Anyways, great match between two talented Elitists! Honestly I still don’t know if I’m allowed to say anything bad about Ryan Wilson since I work for him now, but to be honest I don’t think I have anything bad to say about him tonight. He did a great job against Minerva, but he just couldn’t get the victory. That’s nothing for him to hang his head at though, there’s no shame in losing to someone like Minerva.
Gavin Kirkland: Hey, maybe he’ll be better at running Showdown than he is at wrestling.
Eve: I am really hoping Ryan hears all this. Anyways, great job by Ryan Wilson, and of course, congratulations Minerva on another great win!
(‘Children of the Son’ hits, and Minerva gets to her feet after a grueling match. She doesn’t wait around to celebrate, and immediately takes her Championship before having her hand raised by the referee. Afterwards, she makes her exit backstage as Ryan Wilson is still laid out in the ring.)
(Commercial break previewing tomorrow night’s Voltage on the EAW Network!)
(Showdown returns from commercial break with Kyra Phillips is shown backstage. Instead of the typical blue Showdown backdrop, the background is black as she finds herself seated in a chair. She stares right into the camera and into the eyes of the viewers at home.)
Kyra Phillips: Ladies and gentlemen, I was scheduled to do an interview with Cameron Ella Ava, but due to the COVID-19 situation, Cameron is unable to make the flight from Los Angeles, California to Ambato, Ecuador for this interview, but fear not, we were able to get a few cameras and audio to Cameron’s home. Now, we are more than happy to see that we have Cameron joining us from via satellite.
(A split-screen form. Cameron Ella Ava is on the viewer’s right side of the screen with “Los Angeles, California” screen bar on the right side of the corner. Kyra Phillips is on the viewer’s left side of the screen with “Ambato, Ecuador” screen bar on the left side of the corner.)
Kyra Phillips: Cameron, are you able to hear me?
(A small moment passes.)
Cameron Ella Ava: Yes, I can hear you, Kyra.
Kyra Phillips: Let’s begin this interview. Cameron, how have things been with you? We haven’t seen you since Under Siege, where you successfully retained the Answers World Championship against Ahren Fournier and Chris Elite.
Cameron Ella Ava: It’s been a hectic two weeks for me, Kyra. I wasn’t expecting to be back in the United States so soon, but with Jamie’s surgery and making sure that he gets back home in one piece, I wanted to do everything in my power to be there for my husband. Unfortunately, it was also two days after the “Stay at Home” order was issued. I knew the consequences of returning with him. It would mean that I would be unable to finish off the last portion of the South America tour, but I promise when EAW gets back to the states, I will join them back on the road.
Kyra Phillips: Now, I bet that you’ve been keeping an eye on Showdown these past two weeks. Earlier tonight, Xander Payne earned his opportunity to face you for the Answers World Championship. At Grand Rampage, you will defend your title against Xander and Mr. DEDEDE in a Triple Threat Match. Thoughts on the match?
Kyra Phillips: Now, I bet that you’ve been keeping an eye on Showdown these past two weeks. Tonight, Jordan Payne and Xander Payne will face off. The winner will be inserted into the Answers World Championship Match. At Grand Rampage, you will defend your title against the winner of Xander/Jordan and Mr. DEDEDE in a Triple Threat Match. Thoughts on the match?
Cameron Ella Ava: Well, I am just going to assume that Xander is going to win and respond like this match is already set in stone. Well, these title defenses are getting a tad repetitive, huh? (chuckles and shakes her head) I proved on the first Showdown of the New Year that I can defeat Mr. DEDEDE. I proved at King of Elite that I can defeat Xander Payne. Not many people believed I would have made it out of these title defenses alive, but I proved people wrong. Throughout this title reign, I’ve proven people wrong. I’ve kept the title since Road to Redemption. I have defeated some amazing Elitists. People kept anticipating that my title reign was going to end in each of my matches, but I’m still sitting here as champion. Now, this is looking to be a pretty tough title defense. The situation with The ILLIONAIRES was tough, but DEDEDE and Xander are both cunning and ruthless. Both have unresolved business with me. Adding those two in the same match? Well, it’s provided me with another opportunity to prove why I’m the best Elitist in this company.
Cameron Ella Ava: Well, these title defenses are getting a tad repetitive, huh? (chuckles and shakes her head) I proved on the first Showdown of the New Year that I can defeat Mr. DEDEDE. I proved at King of Elite that I can defeat Xander Payne. Not many people believed I would have made it out of these title defenses alive, but I proved people wrong. Throughout this title reign, I’ve proven people wrong. I’ve kept the title since Road to Redemption. I have defeated some amazing Elitists. People kept anticipating that my title reign was going to end in each of my matches, but I’m still sitting here as champion. Now, this is looking to be a pretty tough title defense. The situation with The ILLIONAIRES was tough, but DEDEDE and Xander are both cunning and ruthless. Both have unresolved business with me. Adding those two in the same match? Well, it’s provided me with another opportunity to prove why I’m the best Elitist in this company.
Kyra Phillips: Let’s say that you make it through this title defense, what does your road to Pain for Pride look like?
Cameron Ella Ava: I’ve done a pretty good job with holding onto this championship for as long as I have. This championship is going to lead me to Pain for Pride. Last year, I barely made it onto the card. I sat my ass in catering just waiting for an opportunity to strike me. I sat back as I watched my ideal Pain for Pride main event go to undeserving men — minus my husband — go into fruition while I wanted nothing more than to be in the same stage as them. It broke my heart that I carried the Dynasty brand on my fucking back for half a season, but I didn’t get my rightful Pain for Pride main event. That’s not going to be a problem this year because this Answers World Championship is going to take me to Philadelphia. It’s going to take me to the Pain for Pride main event and I will stand tall as the Answers World Champion.
Kyra Phillips: I talked with Jamie last week and he explained to me his intentions to main event Pain for Pride and win the Answers World Championship —
Cameron Ella Ava: (cuts off Kyra) I don’t see the big deal about that at all. These constant questions of “what happens if you and him face-off” is kinda getting on my nerves. It’s what I’m always hearing whenever he and I inform everyone about our similar aspirations. Big deal. We have similar aspirations. Do people think that I expect him to drop those aspirations because I’m the top champion on Showdown? No, I don’t expect that from him. Just like he wouldn’t expect that from me if the tables are turned. We’ve made the clear before this season began that we wouldn’t let each other hold each other back from achieving our goals. One of the reasons why he’s never interfered in my business as Answers World Champion. Just like I wouldn’t do for him if the tables are turned. Honestly, it’s getting fucking annoying hearing these same ass questions. Can I not be intertwined with my husband for once? Jesus fucking christ…
(Cameron Ella Ava takes a deep breath, trying to relax.)
Cameron Ella Ava: Sorry about that, Kyra, but I’m not feeling well, so I’m going to cut this interview short.
(Cameron Ella Ava begins to remove the wires and microphones from herself before escorting herself out of the camera shot.)
Kyra Phillips: Thank you for your time, Cameron. Back to ringside.
(It heads back to Gavin Kirkland, Eve and Deadprez.)
Eve: Well, it’s rare that I see Cameron Ella Ava getting a bit snappy at interviewers, but hopefully, she’ll be able to regroup before Grand Rampage.
Gavin Kirkland: Smh, women…
(Eve slaps the back of Gavin Kirkland’s head.)
Gavin Kirkland: Eve, be nice! I don’t want rona! :noah:
Deadprez: I suppose, we should head to the conclusion of Mr. DEDEDE and Kassidy Heart being quarantine-sitters for Xander Payne’s children.
Eve: This is disturbing to watch.
( Scene opens up to the inside of one of a Jetsmarter helicopter currently on its way to New Jersey. In the cabin consists of Mr. DEDEDE, Kassidy Heart, and Xander Payne’s two children – Ameer and Seneca. Seneca is currently sitting on Kassidy’s lap while the two exchange banter. Kassidy finds herself enjoying the babysitting gig a lot more than she initially anticipated – despite the million questions being thrown her way by the 5 year old. DDD is preoccupied with his phone call, and Ameer is transfixed on his Nintendo Switch. )
Mr. DEDEDE: (on the phone) What the fuck does this fucking orange faggot mean by “QUARANTINE”? He God damn sure doesn’t mean shutting down the tri-state area, does he?
( Seneca overhears DDD’s foul tantrum over the phone. )
Seneca: (To Kassidy) What is a “faggot”?
Kassidy: Oh gawd. A British cigarette hun. Now try not to repeat that word.
Seneca: Ooooh! My grandma loves cigarettes. What do you mean when you say “British?”
Kassidy: Well a person can be British, for example.
Seneca: What is a British person?
Kassidy: You ask a lot of questions you know that… well, what a “British person”? Hmm. They’re usually pale, they’re stinky, they have horrible dental hygiene. Shit taste in wrestling. Disgusting bland food. They used to dress really weird as well. Some of them still do.
Mr. DEDEDE: (still on the phone) Listen to me we’re not closing down HQ under any circumstances. I expect everybody showing up to work as normal. There is an ample supply of sanitizer and hand soap and my GPN95’s on campus. I don’t want to hear any more about this NONSENSE. Nobody gets to work from home and waste my money by spending half of their time jacking off and the other half of the time “appearing online”. I don’t care what FUCKING Donald Trump has to say, until I say otherwise, the offices are remaining open.
( The person over the phone replies. )
Mr. DEDEDE: Look, I don’t care John. I don’t care. Non-board staff and resources are required to be on-site until further notice. Look this dumb little mass-mania over some gook flu isn’t going to inferfere with our business, got that? They’re already bringing up the idea of running shows out of the PC. We already paid for the next few weeks of arenas so as far as I’m concerned that’s not for a long way out. Plus we have our big shows coming up in Asia. They’re opening everything back up over there anyway so it won’t be a big deal. I’ve had enough of this moronic overreaction. Lazy turds sit their fat asses on their couch and post online acting like they’re doing the world a favour. What the hell is Trump even talking about. How did he go from “reopen the economy” to this cuck shit??? Fucking blows my mind. Look speaking of the PC we’re heading down there now to scope things out. My brilliant brain can probably design a set out of whatever’s there for all three different shows, just to distinct it from Fight Grid. I’m gonna hit you later before the FCC gets on my ass again. I’ll talk to ya.
( DDD removes his air pod and sits there simmering a little bit. Kassidy’s maternal instincts switch from the little girl on her lap, to the young man engrossed in his video games. )
Kassidy: Hey kiddo. Buddy. snaps her fingers to get Ameer’s attention
Ameer: What?
Kassidy: First of all, don’t “what” me. Secondly, aren’t you even going to ask us for our autographs? You’re clearly old enough to know who we are and respect what we do.
Ameer: Eh. Not really.
Mr. DEDEDE: :skip:
Ameer: Don’t take it the wrong way, but I see wrestlers around all the time. I’m just used to it by now. I kind of watch EAW sometimes but there are other shows that I like too like the one Noah Reigner’s on, now he’s one of my favorites. My parents don’t really allow me to watch EAW a lot anyway so I usually have to do it when I’m at a friend’s house. Hey by the way are either of you in touch with Myles by any chance? I’m still waiting on the signed poster he promised me.
DDD & Kass: :skip:
Ameer: I’ll take that as a no. For some reason my dad acts like he’s dead now.
Kassidy: I think that’s because he is..
Mr. DEDEDE: So, Ameer, does your dad ever say anything about either of us – specifically me – to you and your sister?
Ameer: My dad says he doesn’t like to bring work home. He’s always talking bad about his boss though.
Mr. DEDEDE: Interesting. What does he say about his boss?
Ameer: I dunno I hardly even pay attention when he talks. I think he mentioned the other day how he “shit down his neck” at the last FPV you guys had. And how he shouldn’t be facing jobbers.
Mr. DEDEDE: Shit down my neck huh? I mean his*… that’s funny, that’s really really funny. It’s a lot like your father to omit the critical details to bolster his imaginary points. So tell me this, sport, do you want to be like your father when you grow up?
Ameer: Ummm. In some ways, yes. In other ways, not really.
Mr. DEDEDE: And in what ways do you not? Let me rephrase that. What do you hate the most about your father?
Ameer: I don’t know. What is this Law & Order or somethin’? Even if I did know, I don’t know you like that to be talking about my dad.
Mr. DEDEDE: Well what if I told you that I actually am your father’s boss? You know, the one he talks shit about? His rival? His arch nemesis?
Ameer: Nuh uh. You’re lying…
Mr. DEDEDE: You sure about that? I just got off the phone with one of the members of the EAW board. We’re heading down to the EAW Performance Center right now. We might even make a pit stop to Headquarters itself.
Kassidy: It’s true. He’s the man who keeps the lights on in your house.
Mr. DEDEDE: I’m the man who pays for the hamburgers your fat shitstain for a father stuffs in his mouth on an hourly basis.
Ameer: Oh wow.
Mr. DEDEDE: Yeah. Be amazed. Be in awe of the magnificence that is me. Ameer riddle me this, when was the last time your father told you that he loves you?
Ameer: … Uhhh :krabs: …
Mr. DEDEDE: You have to think, that means it’s been a while. Now tell me this, do you feel your father truly cares about you and your little sisters’ well being?
Ameer: I’m sure he does.
Mr. DEDEDE: How do you know? Because that’s what your mom says? What does that stupid bitch know anyways? If your father truly loved you, or cared for you, why would he allow you into the clutches of his enemy? Have you thought of that?
Ameer: No.
Mr. DEDEDE: Think of all of the things I could do to you. Think of all the ways I could hurt you. I could throw you from the door of this helicopter right now if I wanted to, and I’d get away with it too, because I’m a billionaire.
( Ameer looks at Kassidy with a fearful expression. Kassidy is covering her smile with her hand. Seneca feels the fear of her brother and begins to whimper. )
Mr. DEDEDE: I’d be able to make it look like an accident too. It’d be so easy. So, so easy. Did your father ever take that into consideration? Don’t answer that. Of course not. Just look at him. Does he look like a man with diligence? Foresight? Hell even integrity? Of course not. Your father is scum. Do you hear me? He’s garbage.
Ameer: I guess so.
Mr. DEDEDE: Agree with me. Say it back. Tell me that your father is garbage.
( Ameer hesitates. DDD darts up to his feet, towering over the young boy, implying his propensity to literally murder Xander Payne’s son and make it look like an accident. )
Mr. DEDEDE: Say it, NOW.
Ameer: My dad’s a piece of shit okay, gosh.
( DDD sits back down. )
Mr. DEDEDE: See? That wasn’t so hard. Who wants food?
Seneca: Meeeee!
Kassidy: (giggles) Ditto. Any suggestions Senni? I’m sure you guys have been to every fast food place in the book, considering who your father is.
Seneca: Ummm. Oh can we go to the chick peel place?
Mr. DEDEDE: Huh?
Seneca: Chick peel ay?
Ameer: She means Chick-Fil-A.
Mr. DEDEDE: Is that what you’d like sweetheart?
Seneca: (excitedly) Uh huh!
Mr. DEDEDE: We’ll do one even better than. We’ll make Chick-Fil-A come to us 😉 We can do that because we’re rich and important, unlike your bum ass parents. Now how does that sound?
Seneca: Good! 🙂
Mr. DEDEDE: Just wait till we come down to the ground and you’ll have all the tenders to your heart’s content. (glares at a visibly shaken Ameer) If we all make it to the ground in one piece…
( To be continued. )
( DING! DING! DING! )
Gina Romano: The following contest is scheduled for ONE FALL.. and is a # 2 CONTENDERS MATCH FOR THE ANSWERS WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP!!!! The winner of this match will go on in two weeks to face Cameron Ella Ava and Mr. DEDEDE for the Answers World Title in a TRIPLE THREAT match! … Introducing first:
( “It Follows’ by Cane Hill blasts through the speaker as Xander Payne rises from the Gorilla Position and walks onto the stage.)
Gina Romano: Introducing first … from Toronto, Ontario, Canada weighing in at 255 POOOUNNDS!!! THE PAYNEKILLER… XXXXANDDDEEEEEEEEEEEEER PAAAAAAAAAAAAAYNEEE!!!!
Deadprez: In usual circumstances you would think it’s a foregone conclusion that Xander Payne will be walking into Oracle Park and meeting two legends for what should be an epic showdown over the Answers Heavyweight Title. Problem is I don’t think Xander’s mind is in the right place right now!
Gavin Kirkland: And how could it be? His own children are in the clutches of a notorious predator – and his captive flesh-eating trophy wife! It’s hard enough when you have Grand Rampage and Pain for Pride season implications on the horizon, but now you’ve got to think about your kids being at the mercy of one of your rivals? That sounds like utter hell!
Eve: It’s always imperative that you take it one week at a time. You’re right about this Gavin, Pain for Pride season creates enough of a distraction, but with this personal I assume “rivalry” still going on with the mind games being played by DDD, he’s got a lot to put into the mental backburner against a very hungry opponent.
( ‘MAAD City’ by Kendrick Lamar hits, and Jordan Payne walks out through the curtain receiving a big ovation from the crowd. He makes a brisk entrance to the ring smack talking, hyping himself up in the face of a major opportunity. )
Gina Romano: Introducing his opponent! Hailing from Coventry, England, JOOOOORDAAAAAAAAAAAN PAAAAAAAAAAAYYNNNEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!
Deadprez: Am I missing something or did this guy just randomly get hella over in one week?
Gavin Kirkland: Jordanmania is running wild! He touched the heart of millions this week with his legendary etherous barbs against his opponent, and since that viral moment Jordan Payne’s power levels seem to have spiked dramatically in comparison to that of old!
Eve: Power levels?
Gavin Kirkland: Just roll with it Eve! I’ve got a feeling Jordan has got the mental, and most certainly physical advantage heading into this important bout! Hasn’t exactly been an easy start to his EAW career but sometimes it isn’t about how you start Eve, it’s about how you finish!
( Jordan Payne’s music dies down. )
Gina Romano: And introducing the special guest referee for the evening… wife of Xander Payne and mother of his two children, PEYTON PAYNE!
( Peyton Payne walks out wearing a referee t-shirt, smiling and waving timidly as she makes her way to the ring. )
Eve: The matriarch of the Payne household – well, Xander’s that is. Contrary to popular believe Xander nor Peyton have any relation to Jordan –
Gavin Kirkland: Still doesn’t change the fact that we are officially witnessing PAYNE FOR PRIDE III: PAYNEception! It take’s two to tango as they always say Deadprez, but three’s company – which begs the question, how the FUCK are we going to call this match!?
( Xander is in the ring discussing the whereabouts and safety of their children with Peyton. Peyton continually assures him that everything is fine, and that her mother in law – who Xander despises – has the situation completely under control. )
( DING! DING! DING! )
Eve: We are underway. For those, of course, who are just tuning in, this match was arranged by the Chairman of the Board and nemesis of Xander Payne himself, Mr. DEDEDE. It may not seem as vindictive a move as one might imagine considering the odds are squarely in Xander Payne’s favour with his wife as the special guest official. However as we saw earlier tonight, Xander Payne’s son and daughter are in the “special care” of DDD and Kassidy much to the chagrin of the Paynekiller.
Gavin Kirkland: LOOK OUT FROM BEHIND!!! ROLL UP FROM JORDAN!!! XANDER ON HIS SHOULDERS!!!
Crowd: ONE!!! TWO!!! THREE!!! FOUR!!!! FIVE!!!!
( Xander finally kicks out while Peyton stands there, frozen in shock. Jordan stands up and expresses his outrage at the ref. )
Gavin Kirkland: THAT WAS LIKE SEVEN! REF WHAT THE HELL IS THE MATTER WITH YOU?!
Eve: I don’t know how much experience Peyton Payne has in a referee uniform – I’m gonna go out on a limb here and say none at all. But neither her or her husband saw that roll up coming, and Jordan Payne is in no mood to operate under their time! Xander Payne grabs Jordan from behind while he complains to the ref – but Jordan counters the rear waistlock with a standing switch followed by an O’Connor roll!
Peyton Payne: ……….. OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOONE!!!!
Gavin Kirkland: Fat Payne kicks out of Skinny Payne’s maneuver, and glides right over him with an attempt at the crippler crossface!
Eve: Jordan rolls through however and does it with a lot of power as well. Xander comes right back up and charges over, only for Jordan to take him by the nape of the neck and toss him out of the ring! Drawing a thunderous response from the crowd!
( Xander Payne sits up in shock, dusts himself off, and quickly rolls back into the ring. )
Deadprez: Jordan blocks a big time right from Xander, and throws some bombs of his own backing him up against the ropes! Jordan with an Irish whip, reversed by Xander, Xander ducks over for the back body drop. Jordan counters with a sunset flip pin!!!! Xander holds his ground, and starts hammering away punches to the grounded Jordan Payne! The crowd booing the hell out of him while unleashing these strikes! Xander picks Jordan up and sends him running towards the ropes, ONLY FOR JORDAN TO COUNTER AGAIN AND TOSS XANDER RIGHT OUT OF THE RING – YET AGAIN DUMPING HIM TO THE OUTSIDE!
( This draws another big pop from the crowd. Jordan Payne looks around at the response, almost surprised by it, and does a casual shrug. )
Peyton Payne: (to Jordan) Am I supposed to count or something?
( Jordan shoots her a “you stupid bitch” kind of look, and exits the ring to take care of the job himself. )
Eve: I don’t think Peyton Payne quite knows the difference between a wrist watch and a wrist lock, but that isn’t going to stop Jordan Payne in his pursuit to making it to the Grand Rampage and competing in the Answers World Championship contest – as he BOUNCES Xander’s face right off of our announce desk! Xander attempts to shove him away, but Jordan responds with a knee attack into the body! Sending him slumped against our desk out here at ringside! Jordan straightens him up, clocks him with a European uppercut, and takes him away by the head – ONLY FOR XANDER TO SHOVE HIM AGAINST THE RING POST! Last ditch evasion gives Xander enough space to roll himself back into the ring voluntarily, while Jordan is at ringside feeling the effects of that collision.
Xander: (to his wife) START COUNTING!
Peyton Payne: ONE! …
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TWO!
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THREE!
Xander: COUNT FASTER!
Peyton: FOUR! FIVE! SIX! SEVEN!
( Jordan Payne rolls himself back into the ring, and Xander immediately rushes over to stomp any open part of the body that he can. )
Deadprez: Xander putting the boots down on Yung Jordan, and he straightens him up against the middle rope just to start screaming in his face! Jordan mushes Xander’s face away with his hand to try to create space, and Xander comes right back at him with a flurry of forearm strikes this time – almost like he wants to put his lights out with those attacks! Now a headbutt to follow up! He hoists him up by his head and SENDS JORDAN PAYNE ACROSS THE RING WITH A BIG TIME BEAL! REALLY PUTTING THAT DECEPTIVE POWER OF HIS ON DISPLAY!
Eve: You don’t really look at Xander Payne and expect him to be as agile as he is until you’re used to his style; then it’s his power moves that become the most surprising. But as Jordan finds a place of so-called solace at the turnbuckle far across the ring, Xander is gearing up for a showing of agility right now! AS HE JOGS OVER TO HIS PREY VICTIM – AND FLATTENS HIM WITH A CORNER CANNONBALL!!!! NAILS IT! NOW XANDER DRAGS JORDAN OUT OF THE CORNER BY A LIMB, STANDS IN FRONT OF THAT TURNBUCKLE, AND DELIVERS A SPRINGBOARD TWISTING MOONSAULT STRAIGHT INTO THE BODY OF HIS GROUNDED OPPONENT! HOOK OF BOTH LEGS!
Peyton: OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOONE!!! TWOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!
Gavin Kirkland: Shoulder up by Little Payne! Big Payne sits up quickly, darting a look of impatience towards his wife, and he is trying as fast as he can to pull Jordan up from the mat to put this contest away and get back to rescuing his children from the clutches of a bloodthirsty tyrant! WE MIGHT BE ABOUT TO SEE THE PAYNEKILLER!!!!!
Deadprez: NO WE AIN’T! LOOK AT THIS! SOMEHOW, SOMEWAY, JORDAN PAYNE GETS XANDER OFF HIS FEET AND CARRIES HIM OVER THE SHOULDERS! ALABAMA SLAM!!!! RATTLING THE RING!!! PEYTON KNEELS DOWN TO CHECK ON HER HUSBAND, AND JORDAN PAYNE CRAWLS OVER XANDER, AFTER THAT BURST OF RAW POWER!
( Peyton drags Jordan off of her husband, and continues to check on his health. The crowd reacts in sheer outrage, and Jordan Payne sits up scoffing at this sheer display of bias. )
Eve: Whether you call it bias or genuine concern, Peyton seems to care much more about her husband’s health than his chances of winning this match. Jordan Payne decides to intervene, picking Xander up from the ground and saying a few words to the official.
Peyton: You must want the punishment to keep going huh?! I’m going to teach your stupid husband a lesson!
Eve: Jordan sends Xander into the corner! And NAILS HIM WITH A RUNNING BODY SPLASH!!! HE WHIPS XANDER ACROSS THE RING! CHARGES RIGHT AFTER HIM! RUNNING FOREARM SMASH ACROSS THE FACE!!! HE TAKES XANDER OUT OF THE CORNER BY THE LEGS, DRAGS HIM IN FRONT OF A THIRD UNUSED TURNBUCKLE, AND SENDS XANDER FACE FIRST AGAINST THE TURNBUCKLE WITH A SLINGSHOT! Xander Payne drops to a seated position, and Jordan backs up clear across the ring, looking perhaps for a copycat of the running cannonball that was just delivered on him earlier! JORDAN SPRINTS FORWARD –
( Peyton Payne jumps in front of harm’s way, stopping Jordan in his tracks. The crowd boos the hell out of her for it, and Jordan can only stand there and shake his head. )
Gavin Kirkland: In a world full of disloyal slores, it’s good to see a woman actually faithful to her man through good times and through bad! Through rich and through poor! Through healthy and through sickness!
Deadprez: Well Jordan isn’t here for any of that, and he SHOVES Peyton out of the way as she’s checking on her husband. He sends down a flurry of punches over the head! Just straight bombs, one after another, that Xander can hardly shield himself from.
Eve: Jordan Payne is being reprimanded by Peyton now, who somehow doesn’t know when to count a competitor out a ringside, but appears to be well aware of the rules behind closed fists.
Deadprez: XANDER CATCHES JORDAN BY THE TIGHTS, AND YANKS HIM INTO THE CORNER – SENDING JORDAN’S LEFT SHOULDER SLAMMING AGAINST THE RINGPOST!!! Xander Payne creating some space after catching Jordan off guard at the right opportunity, and he grabs a hold of Jordan yet again to back him away from the turnbuckle.. only to send him RIGHT BACK INTO IT, SHOULDER FIRST, WITH AN EVEN MORE DEVASTATING COLLISION THAN BEFORE!
Gavin Kirkland: Sloppy gelope Payne putting toned and in shape Payne through the ringer! He drops down to ringside favoring what’s got to be at the very minimum, a banged up shoulder.
Eve: Peyton begins her count, but Xander doesn’t seem to have any intention of waiting it out. Jordan painstakingly makes his recovery down at ringside with that left arm seemingly numb following the numerous shoulder collisions – and XANDER IS GOING TO ADD MORE TO JORDAN’S TROUBLES! HE SOARS OVER THE ROPES WITH A BIG TIME SENTON TO THE OUTSIDE!!! NEARLY FLATTENING JORDAN PAYNE WITH THAT IMPRESSIVE DIVE!!! Xander appears to be feeling it now, he rolls Jordan back into the ring and follows him in, hammering strikes down upon the back of a weakened and defenseless Jordan Payne. Just closed fists, the very same that got Jordan reprimanded earlier, hammering into the kidneys and the small of the back. Ax handle clubbing blows follow suit. Now Xander scrapes him up hooking his nose, with brutal disregard, and drags him up from the canvas…. TO SEND HIM INTO THE ROPES!!! JORDAN REBOUNDS OFF OF THEM – INTO THE LAST SEDATION POWERBOMB!!!
Deadprez: JORDAN LANDS ON HIS FEET BEHIND XANDER! TURNS AROUND! RAKE OF THE BACK! XANDER PAYNE SCREAMS OUT IN PAIN! He turns around with a wild swing! Duck by Jordan! Right hand! And a right by Xander!
Crowd: BOO!
Eve: Right by Jordan!
Crowd: YAAY!
Eve: Right by Xander!
Crowd: BOO!
Eve! JORDAN!
Crowd: YAAY!
Eve: XANDER!
Crowd: BOO!
Gavin Kirkland: SKINNY BOY!
Crowd: YAAY!
Gavin Kirkland: FAT BOY!
Crowd: BOO!
Gavin Kirkland: DUCK SEASON!
Crowd: YAAY!
Gavin Kirkland: RABBIT SEASON!
Crowd: BOO!
Eve: You really are an old fuck aren’t you. ANOTHER RIGHT BY XANDER! THE PAYNE BEING BROUGHT IN THIS SO-CALLED “PAYNECEPTION” MATCH! XANDER AGAIN! A THIRD CONSECUTIVE! BUT A THUNDEROUS KNIFE EDGE CHOP BRINGS XANDER TO A HALT! AND A GIGANTIC PALM CHOP TO THE CHEST BRINGS DOWN TO HIS KNEES, CLUTCHING HIS CHEST! Jordan snatches the wrist and runs off the ropes for a rope-assisted armdrag! Xander recovers, and there’s a RUNNING DISCUS CLOTHESLINE FROM JORDAN PAYNE!
Deadprez: Ducked by Xander! Jordan turns around – and is CAUGHT RIGHT IN THE JAW WITH A FLUSH SUPERKICK! Jordan caught slipping, and Xander catches him from behind with a delayed sleeper hold!!! Jordan Payne trying his damndest to fight outta that, but Xander TURNS HIM INSIDE OUT WITH A RELEASE SLEEPER SUPLEX!!! Unfortunately for Jordan Payne, there’s just levels to this, and just when you think you’ve got Xander Payne down he reaches new levels and pulls out devastating offense! Xander slides over him for the cover again!
Peyton Payne: ONE-TWO-THR-
Eve: KICK OUT! Peyton with an extremely fast count, and if Jordan hadn’t had his wits about him, that would have ended the match right then and there! Xander gets up, circling the ring in frustration, before pulling Jordan up to his shoulders and standing there looking at the crowd with a cold gaze… before DROPPING JORDAN OVER THE KNEE WITH A SINGLE KNEE GUT BUSTER!!! Jordan rolls over holding his midsection –
Gavin Kirkland: BACK SENTON SPLASH DRIVING ALL QUINTILLION POUNDS STRAIGHT INTO THE DAMAGED RIBS!
Deadprez: And Xander’s not done, not by a long shot, he quickly paces over to the corner and steps through the ropes to make the climb all the way to the top. Peyton watches her husband with bated breath, until he’s perched up there in the high rent district… looking down below… AND TAKES OFF!!! FROG SPLASH!!!!
Eve: NOBODY HOME!!! JORDAN PAYNE WITH A TIMELY EVASION AT THE LAST SPLIT SECOND! XANDER LOOKS LIKE HE JUST HAD THE WIND KNOCKED OUT OF HIM! Jordan on all fours! Xander scrambling up from the floor while gasping for air – and Jordan sprints over to the ropes in front of Xander to rebound off them with major momentum! LIGHTNING SNIPER!!! SLINGBLADE DUMPING XANDER PAYNE RIGHT ONTO THE BACK OF HIS NECK!!!
Gavin Kirkland: HOLY SHIT! IS HE ACTUALLY GONNA DO IT?!
Eve: XANDER HAS BEEN FOLDED UP LIKE AN ACCORDION! THAT ATTACK CAME AT HIM SO QUICKLY, WITH SO MUCH FORCE! JORDAN PAYNE WITH A HOOK OF BOTH LEGS, TO SEAL THE DEAL!
Peyton Payne: OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOONE!!! …………… (five seconds later) TWOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!! …….
Deadprez: XANDER PAYNE KICKS OUT!
Eve: After what felt like an eternity! Jordan Payne slaps the canvas with both of his hands, visibly frustrated after delivering what certainly felt like a silencing blow! And now the ire of Jordan Payne is directed towards the official who has been of no help to him whatsoever.
Gavin Kirkland: Surname-folk ain’t kinfolk, Eve! Pey Pey knows where her loyalties lie, and I will never have a problem with a down ass bitch doing what down ass bitches do!
Eve: Jordan Payne is in Peyton’s face now. Peyton shrinks in fear, taking a more apologetic tone about her actions… but JORDAN GRABS HER BY THE WRIST! He’s barking orders in her face! Intimidating her, and perhaps deservedly so! She’s done everything she can to completely undermine all of his efforts for the sake of her marriage – and while it’s tough to blame her for remaining loyal to her husband, the fact is Jordan isn’t gonna take it anymore! He is demanding that she does her job and does it right – AND NOW HE’S CUPPING HER FACE WITH HIS HAND, ASSERTING HIMSELF OVER XANDER’S WIFE!
Gavin Kirkland: HE MAY AS WELL BEND HER OVER AND GIVE HER A SPANKIN’! PUT HER IN HER PLACE JORDAN! SHOW HER WHO’S BOSS! PLOW THAT MAN’S WIFE RIGHT IN FRONT OF HIM! MAKE THE PIGGY SQUEAL!
Deadprez: LOW BLOW!!!! XANDER PAYNE WITH A BLATANT SHOT TO THE GROIN FROM BEHIND!!! JORDAN PAYNE COLLAPSES OVER IN ONE OF THE CORNERS, FAVORING HIS FAMILY JEWELS, LEANED AGAINST THE MIDDLE TURNBUCKLE. IRIDESCENCE!!!! RUNNING KNEE TO THE BACK OF THE HEAD OF THE CORNERED JORDAN PAYNE! XANDER LETTING OUT A HELLISH BATTLE CRY AFTER SEEING HIS WIFE GET VIOLATED LIKE THAT!
Eve: And Xander isn’t finished with him either! He takes Jordan out of the corner and yanks him in, with a look on his face that could absolutely kill! You can see it in his eyes, he wants to snap Jordan’s neck into a million pieces for laying a hand on his wife!
( Peyton Payne interferers, stopping Xander from hitting the finishing blow. )
Gavin Kirkland: What the???
Eve: Peyton is directing her husband’s attention to the titantron! And look who is up there!
( On the titantron, we see an overhead view of one of the main halls for the EAW Performance Center. In the room are multiple wrestling rings, surrounded by training equipment and windows to other training rooms inside of the facility. One of the rings contains a catering table filled with food. In that same ring we see Kassidy Heart holding Xander and Peyton’s 5-year-old daughter, Seneca, with a coy smile on her face. Seneca is enjoying her Chick-Fil-A chicken strips. The couple’s 11-year-old son, Ameer, can also be seen sipping from a cup of Chick-Fil-A lemonade and scrolling through his phone with the other hand. A set of hands are placed on his shoulder, hands belonging to Mr. DEDEDE. DDD stares into the camera with a wicked cheshire cat-like grin. )
Mr. DEDEDE: Xander, oh Xander. Xander Payne. We interrupt your little 5 star classic of a match you’re having, to remind you of the more important things in life. Because contrary to popular belief, as much as we lay down our lives and our health for the good of this sport, some things matter more than in-ring competition. Such as family. Believe me, I know that just about as well as anybody. I am deeply involved with the lives of my loved ones. My cousins, my nieces, my siblings, and especially – especially – my children. I would do anything for them. I would jump through fire, I would swim with sharks, I would march barefoot into the mouth of hell itself for the sake of my children, and I wouldn’t even so much as hesitate while doing.
The question to be asked Xander, is what would you do for your children? What lengths would you go to, if any at all, to keep them safe? What would you give up? What would you sacrifice? What measures would be taken? Well… I think we know our answer, now don’t we?
( DDD searches underneath the catering table, and pulls out a weapon container. He stands right behind Xander’s son with it. )
Mr. DEDEDE: You see Xander, you’ve already failed. Miserably. You failed, the moment you decided to take part in this war with me. You did what every foolish puppet who calls themselves a “soldier” does. You went into a war you cannot win, with absolutely everything to lose.
( Xander Payne can be seen in the ring flipping out, on the verge of a total meltdown. )
Mr. DEDEDE: You didn’t consider how vulnerable you were… you didn’t care. You wanted to exact revenge and deal a harrowing blow against an enemy who can just as easily take the war to your doorstep. But at what cost? War can be waged abroad or on the home front, but again, what cost? Oh. Hang on. I think I know the answer to that.
( DDD opens up the large weapon container, revealing The Equalizer. DDD stands right behind Xander’s son with The Equalizer. )
Mr. DEDEDE: Everything.
( DDD snatches the Nintendo Switch out of Ameer’s hand and smashes it on the floor. )
Ameer: Hey what the fuck!!!! Why did you do that? Why???
( Kassidy grabs Ameer from behind and shoves him into the corner turnbuckle. )
Ameer: (on the brink of tears) What the fuck are you doing!!!! Get off me!!! MOMMM!!!! DAD!!!!
Kassidy: Just shut up, brat.
Ameer: Can you stop?!!?
Kassidy: Shut the fuck up and don’t fucking move. It’ll all be over soon.
Ameer: DADDY!!! DADDY!!!
( Seneca stands there not even able to process what is going on. DDD rears back The Equalizer. Ameer is left facing the corner, softly weeping, unaware of what is about to hit him. DDD tightens his grasp around the neck of The Equalizer, and swings. )
CRASH!!!!!
( Thumbtacks, shards of glass, and wooden scraps drop to the floor. )
( Xander’s son, Ameer, sinks to his knees. )
( Ameer is unharmed – instead surrounded by the shrapnel from The Equalizer that was driven into the top turnbuckle, a mere inches away from his head. )
Ameer: (still in tears, but confused) Wh-what?
DDD & Kassidy: :mjlol: !!!!!!!
( DDD and Kassidy laugh their asses off, and Kassidy chucks him a broom and a dust pan. )
Kassidy: Why don’t you clean all this up, spoiled brat. I’m sure you’re not used to doing some chores in that filthy ass house of yours but you may as well get acquainted while we’re here.
Mr. DEDEDE: (to the camera) Godspeed Xander. Don’t you worry. We’ll take good care of Ameer and Seneca, and make sure they’re back home safe and sound. :mjgrin: Just don’t bring home none of that Ronie. There’s still time to order one of my GPN95 masks – exclusively on Gawdzillapro.com/JOINTHEGAWDSQUAD. (to Seneca) Hey sweetie pie want your french fries now?
Seneca: Yeah, but I already had them…
Mr. DEDEDE: You can have mine!
Seneca: gasp Really? Thank youuu!
( DDD picks up a box of fries from the Chick-Fil-A catering table. )
Mr. DEDEDE: A-CHOO!
( DDD deliberately sneezes directly into the french fries, covering them in snot, before handing them over to the 5-year-old girl. She unwittingly, happily, begins eating them. The titantron blacks out. )
Eve: ….
Deadprez: ….
Gavin Kirkland: ….
….
….I could go for some fries right now.
Eve & Deadprez: ….
Eve: This man Ryan Adams truly never ceases to profoundly stun me, in the worst of ways.
( Xander Payne’s entire face is a deep complexion of red. Peyton is holding her head, at the brink of tears over what she just had to witness. Xander marches over to a recovering Jordan Payne. )
Deadprez: AND XANDER AT THIS POINT IS JUST GOING TO BLOW OFF SOME STEAM, YOU KNOW IT’S GOT TO BE AN ERUPTION INSIDE OF THAT MAN AFTER WHAT HE JUST HAD TO SIT THROUGH! XANDER HOOKS IN JORDAN! JUMPING PAYNEKILLER!!!!!!! PACKAGE PILEDRIVER WITH SOME EXTRA HEIGHT, THAT COULD OF KILLED HIM!!!! AND XANDER WITH THE EMPHATIC COVER!
( An angry, hurt and confused Peyton Payne drops to the mat and slams it as hard as she can three times in a row. )
( DING! DING DING! )
( “It Follows” comes back on over the sound system. )
Gina Romano: Here is your winner… XAAANDEEEEEEEEEER PAAAYYYYNEEEE!!!
Eve: And as you would expect, neither Xander nor Peyton are going to even bother celebrating this victory. Instead they immediately exit the ring and are going to head backstage, and undoubtedly, out of this arena as quickly as possible.
Deadprez: There’s no doubt they’re taking the next thing smokin up outta this content and back to the United States. There’s still really no way to put into words what we just saw, is there?
Eve: There’s probably no worse feeling as a parent than what Xander or Peyton are feeling right now. Grand Rampage be damned, the only thing these two can think of right now are how and when they are going to get to their children. And I don’t blame them either because absolutely nothing else matters.
Gavin Kirkland: Are we going to talk about how poor Jordan Payne got absolutely fucked :noah: The ref totally missed that blatant low blow! And is it me or was that an extremely fast three count?!
Eve: Low after low after low this man stoops to. And Kassidy remains loyal to him through it all.
Deadprez: I hate to say it, Eve, but unfortunately when you invite the devil in it takes more than you can imagine to make him leave. Unfortunately Xander is learning the hard way exactly what entails making an enemy out of a man like DDD.
Eve: But what happens when you make a mortal enemy out of a man like Xander? A man responsible for ending multiple careers here on Showdown in this season alone? We’re about to find out. Either way, things have gotten beyond personal.
(EAW logo buzzes.)
