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Current Champions -
WAPW Champion - MVP
WAPW North American Champion - Elijah Burke
WAPW Tag-Team Champions - Gen Ex (Strong & Aries)
WAPW Cruiserweight Champion - Teddy Hart
WAPW Hardcore Champion - Jamie Noble

1/4 The Dream: Heading into 2009 Paul Heyman resided in his small house in Edgemont, New York. No longer tied down to WWE, Heyman tried to pursue a position in Wrestling again when he joined a consortium which looked to buy out Ring Of Honor. Though the initial bid to buy ROH failed Heyman realized that he still had ‘the itch’ to get back into wrestling on a mainstream level. Knowing that he couldn’t make this on his own financially – he enlisted the help of close friend John Maynard. Maynard was a wealthy man, but between the two of them they still didn’t have the financial resources at their disposal as WWE and TNA did. Through their many contacts, they came into touch with a multi-millionaire car-manufacture supremo Michael Morton, who by chance was a long-time follower of the wrestling business. Knowing they had a tough task on their hands to persuade him the join their pact and invest his many millions into the company, Heyman drew up plans of how the Promotion, World Alliance of Professional Wrestling (WAPW), was going to function and how Morton and Maynard would fit into the plans. And by mid-January 2009, paper-work was signed, sealed and as Vince McMahon was soon to find out – delivered...

2/4Paul Heyman was back in the saddle and along with Morton and Maynard, this time he was on equal financial footing as World Wrestling Entertainment. However, Paul needed to contain the news, at least for the time being. The wrestling world would have to wait until it was made official. Amidst the contract negotiations and financial deals which Paul was in charge of, Maynard secured a primetime television slot – 2 hours, every Wednesday from 8-10pm on ‘FX’. The venue for the first show was also set – they would be airing from out of Nashville at the Von Braun Center. For years Paul was referred to as a greasy, wily, slime-ball who was willing to stoop to any level to make a success of his promotion, and he was about to show Vince McMahon and Jeff Jarrett that he still had a trick or two up his sleeve.

3/4 The Plan: Things couldn’t have fallen into place better if Paul had asked – one week in late December WWE was hosting Raw and Smackdown tapings from New York. The other week, TNA were hosting a live event in the same vicinity. Paul saw an opening, and asked innocently for permission to go backstage and catch up with old friends with both promotions. Unbeknowingly – Vince and Jeff accepted the offer. Before he knew it, he was talking to some of the biggest names in the industry – Kurt Angle, Christian Cage, MVP and Rey Mysterio about how it was going contractually and if they would consider jumping ship. Heyman was shot down by some but with a lot of others he scheduled further talks. Mere days later Paul Heyman, Michael Morton and John Maynard sat twenty more than twenty TNA and WWE stars down and discussed contracts and compensation. The contractual issues were smooth sailing as most of the prospective signings were keen to jump ship at the first opportunity. By the turn of the new year, the talent was amidst being acquired. The ones poached from WWE and TNA had the remainder of their contracts bought out, as well as substantial compensation fees. Vince McMahon and Jeff Jarrett were said to be furious at the ‘audacity’ of Paul Heyman and his rebel-group.

4/4 The Assembly: The first major signing for World Alliance Professional Wrestling was WWE’s MVP. He joined on a three year deal where he would earn roughly a little more than he would in WWE. He was directly quoted as saying the ‘travel had a lot to do with his decision’. He was followed just 3 days later by an enthusiastic Rey Mysterio who cited he was losing his passion in WWE. Morton was writing big cheques and getting some of the biggest names in North-America. Chronologically, Ken Kennedy was the next to move from Smackdown signing a lucrative contract on the 19th of January. WAPW’s raid on WWE was almost complete, with Raw’s duo of Shad and JTG – Cryme Tyme signing one year deals!

TNA was not exempt. Heyman had made headline-stealing moves for both Kurt Angle and AJ Styles. Both of who rejected the big money defections and stayed loyal to TNA. They couldn’t however spare Christian Cage from leaving. With not long left on his contract he signed on new year’s day. A tandem with a short period of time left on their contracts – Team 3D. Heyman held talks with them and agreed in principal for them to sign with him. Alex Shelley and Lance Hoyt headed off a list of defecting talent, with hefty compensation having to be paid for Alex in particular.

The signings of WWE and TNA stars made waves across the globe – the wresting world was in awe. However arguably the biggest prospective signing of them all was the signing of a free-agent. A former World Champion in WWE, and a former World Champion of WCW – but officially he hasn’t been named! Hulk Hogan, The Rock and Goldberg were all heavily linked with joining WAPW.

World talent was also being plucked, with Mexico’s exciting talent Mistico joining WAPW to compete in the Cruiserweight Division. Jack Evans was signed from the independents, as was former WWE developmental talent Teddy Hart. Two of ROH’S kingpins were signed in Austin Aries and Roderick Strong, as well as the Amazing Red and the Briscoe Brothers.
 
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#86 ·
Re: Paul Heyman's World Alliance of Professional Wrestling!

Here's the official banner for WAPW Full Throttle. It's nothing much, but I've decided I'm going to make one for each show. With just one show to go before Full Throttle, many matches are to be announced! I'll be posting the weekly news-round-up sometime this week, also.




Matches announced so far;

Christian Cage vs. MVP (c) for the WAPW Championship
Team 3D (c) vs. Gen Ex (Strong & Aries) for the WAPW Tag-Team Championships​



Take care everyone, Jon.​
 
#89 ·
Re: Paul Heyman's World Alliance of Professional Wrestling!

Panic! Review

~ First of all, having a Heyman/MVP backstage segment was a good way to kick off the show. Loved how you managed and were able to keep both of these men's characters intact and I congratulate you on that, bravo! After just reading this segment, I love MVP as the champion of your show but after a good main event announced for tonight, I can definitely see MVP losing to keep his match with Christian on the PPV card. Good opening segment but like BKB stated, I don't like how Abyss was kinda' put down a little here when MVP agreed to face him as it does make him look like self destructive monster that he is but nevertheless, it was a good opening to the show.

~ Nice backstage brawl that happened here, I know that more interesting things will hopefully come out of this.

~ This was a good opening contest to kick off the show and I would've preferred a winner to come out of this rather than 'No Contest' the match due to the fact that I'd like these two to face in real life sometime (not that it's a dream contest LOL :p) but having Goldberg destroy the living hell outta' them is good for me, and hopefully he can continue to do stuff just like what occurred.

~ Very good Kennedy promo that was done and I don't know what to think of KK dropping his usual 'Kennedy…..KENNEDY!' phrase but maybe I'll be seeing another side to this Mr. Kennedy character now, so it's all good for me. The strippers call kinda' confused me for some reason a little but I can see a twist coming out of this somewhere, but I hope Abyss goes over in the KK/Abyss feud.

~ To be quite honest man, I don't really like this thing going on with Colt Cabana and I have nothing left to say on it than that so hopefully you drop the whole thing…very soon!

~ Lovely promo that you made Alex Shelley execute, it was a great promo and I have nothing bad to say about it, I really don't. His promo lines were great and he was kept in great character, perfecto and perfectly executed. Mistico coming out was good as he is standing up for Rey I guess, this was good but I loved how Shelley backed off but then, Rey comes out of nowhere! Never expected that to occur and when I read those lines, I was shocked to say the least. Nice how Shelley was able to escape and I'm definitely looking forward for the match between these two at Full Throttle, it should be good!

~ I was definitely looking for a nice Roderick Strong win here but Eddie Kingston grabbing the win is no problem with me, although I still think Strong should've got the win. The match was good though and liked how this tag team feud went up the ranks after the brawl that occurred and Team 3D running down to the ring, I can see a Tables Match coming up between these two tag teams.

~ Shocked that the stipulation is going to a Tables Match but a Ladder Match is fine and loved how Aries/Strong brought up the fact that 3D can't even climb their fat asses up a ladder, but my question is if this will be a good match or not because 3D don't really suit Ladder Matches but I guess that I'll just have to wait and see until the PPV arrives on the scene.

~ Goldberg seems a mad man right now and I'm beginning to actually like this although I think that he needs to be 'madder' if you get what I'm saying, hopefully you can do that. Heyman doing most of the promo talking in this segment was good right here and a nice match set up for next week also. I'm begging you not to have some sort of twist so the PPV Match turns into a Four Way for Burke's Title since I want to see Goldberg/Burke but then again, it's up to you and I'll see what you can do with this.

~ Good tag team contest to have right here and glad that this type of match was added onto the card. So glad that The UK was able to pick up the win in this one but absolutely hated how they won this match due to Colt, although I expected him to interfere somehow in this match. Hopefully you can drop this crap and actually make Colt wrestle and actually be comical in the ring or just release him altogether, no offense man >3.

~ Actually kinda liked how you done this with the strippers/Abyss. This was good way to make Kennedy get to Abyss and hopefully Abyss can vow revenge by next week or by the end of the night, good stuff that occurred here.

~ Always knew from when this match was made that this was going to be 'Match of the Night' and it was. Good stuff happened here during the match and MVP getting screwed again actually mixes things up in a good way, despite me thinking that MVP was going to pick up the victory. Also a very good ending with Christian/Bret Hart and I'm definitely looking forward to the next show for next week, nice work here for the ending of the show.

Feedback ~ Well overall, it was an alright show and I'll start with the bad points first to get them out of the way for this. The first thing that I want to get onto you about is the interference in the matches. No offense here but out of the four matches, there was three interferences including one after the match between Kingston/Strong. You just need to cut down on those interferences and when you do, it should be fine, maybe just one, not every week but now and again if you know what I mean. Another bad point that I want to clear is that there's too many damn video packages but don't listen to me on that because that's just me :p, suppose it's not a problem for you or anyone else but I hate large amounts of video packages.

Onto the good points though, Promos and matches (despite them being in summary, which I actually prefer) were excellently written and one of those promos used for one guy were one of the best I've read in these type of BTBs and that was Alex Shelley, who I hope you push to the very limit. Storylines/Angles are going very well and after an enjoyable show, I really can't wait until the Full Throttle PPV.

Total Rating ~ GRADE C+
 
#90 ·
Re: Paul Heyman's World Alliance of Professional Wrestling!

New Head of WAPW?

Gerweck is reporting that Paul Heyman is set to step down as on-screen head of WAPW. After seven weeks Paul has apparently decided that it would be best if he focused all of his creative energies behind the scenes, aiding head booker John Richards. While this is not confirmed or even mentioned as of yet by Heyman, it is likely that he will announce it in under five weeks at the ‘Uprising’ pay-per-view.

Heyman may have already teased stepping down, mentioning ‘big changes’ several times over the past two weeks. Names are being tossed around currently as to who would take over, and currently the favourite seems to be Ric Flair. Flair’s soon Reid recently signed for WAPW and the Naitch’ has mentioned his desire to mentor his son on and off-screen. Another possible candidate is Eric Bischoff, who has just finished working alongside Hulk Hogan for ‘Celebrity Championship Wrestling’.


Lashley/WAPW – Big Names In Talks

Former WWE main-eventer and ECW champion Bobby Lashley is set for a surprise return to professional wresting. If what we are hearing is true, Bobby is in talks with WAPW management about a possible deal. After leaving WWE in 2007 he has been concentrating on his budding MMA career where he currently holds a record of 2-0 and after defeating Jason Guida less than 48 hours ago.

This story has shocked the majority of wrestling people, most of whom weren’t expecting Lashley to return to the sport. If he is to return it is thought that he will balance both careers, possibly working a shorter-term schedule for WAPW. Bobby is said to be keen on working his way up the ramps, though head of WAPW Paul Heyman and chief booker John Walters are believed to be seeking him on a full-time contract.

As well as Lashley WAPW are in talks with ‘at least three other big-names’. WA’ owner, South-African car vehicle giant Michael Morton, told a British newspaper that he was homing in on more big names from both WWE and TNA. In the interview Kurt Angle, AJ Styles and Ric Flair are brought up, with Morton stating that he would like talent the size of them. Of the three Ric Flair seems the most likely to join, following the signing of son Reid. Kurt Angle’s contract expires in a few months and WAPW could take-up the option of buying out his contract. The same applies to AJ, though he has a deal up until mid-2010. WAPW came under huge media scrutiny when they bought out over twenty WWE, TNA and ROH superstars contracts. TNA are seeking legal advice, while WWE are already in court seeking bigger compensation packages.


Update On WAPW International Ticket Sales

So far WAPW’s Crossing Borders tour is selling above expectations. Shows will be hosted in Japan, Mexico, India and the UK. So far, WAPW Hazard tickets in Japan have sold over 25,000. Their show will be hosted in the famous Tokyo Dome which has a capacity of over 50,000. WAPW officials are expecting another five thousand at least before April 8th when the show airs. Tickets have been on sale for 16 days now.

Mexico is also selling very strongly, with 12,300 being sold for the Arena Mexico show following Full Throttle on March 25th. That venue holds around 16,500 and is famous across the Mexican wrestling community for the number of shows to have been held there across the years.

India has so far sold the highest ratio of tickets – of the 10,000 capacity at the Municipal Stadium in Radjkot, it has sold just under 8,500. This will be the last stop before the Uprising PPV, with Hazard being held on April 15th.

England have sold their fair share of tickets for Hazard too – 9,000 have been sold with another 3,500 expected to go before showtime on April 1st.

The WAPW roster is said to be stoked about travelling across the globe after working only once per week for nearly two months. WAPW is seeing this as a real money-spinner and something which will expand there brand across the world.
 
#91 ·
Re: Paul Heyman's World Alliance of Professional Wrestling!

An updated version of the WAPW roster.


On Air Talent

Commissioner – Paul Heyman
Commentators – Joey Styles and Matt Striker
Interviewers – Shane Douglas, Scott Hudson and Torrie Wilson
Ring Announcer – Howard Finkel


WAPW Title Contenders

MVP(c)
Abyss (Managed by 'Father' James Mitchell)
Christian Cage
Ken Kennedy
Goldberg


North American & Hardcore Title Contenders

Elijah Burke (c)
Jamie Noble (c)
Rey Mysterio
Alex Shelley
‘Sugar Daddy’ Lance
Brent Albright
Ken Doane
Cousin Eddie
Colt Cabana
Spike Dudley


Cruiserweight Title Contenders

Teddy Hart (c)
Puma
Amazing Red
Mistico
Jack Evans
Paul London


Tag Team Title Contenders

Team 3D (c) – Devon and Ray
Street Inc. – JTG and Shad
La French Connection – Rene Dupree and Sylvan
The Briscoe Brothers – Mark and Jay Briscoe
The United Kingdom – Shamus O’Shaunessey and Nigel McGuiness
The Natural Franchise – Chase Stevens and Andy Douglas


Alliances

Gen Ex - MVP, Elijah Burke, Jack Evans, Roderick Strong & Austin Aries
Team 3D, Spike Dudley and Cousin Eddie
The UK & La French Connection
Street Inc. & Colt Cabana
Mistico & Rey Mysterio



Edit - Shut ya' pie-hole, Stoj. :p
 
#92 ·
Re: Paul Heyman's World Alliance of Professional Wrestling!

Fuck, this just reminded me how sexy your roster is. Ummm, besides the crowning of champions, what else has really changed since your initial rosters post? If nothing, I don't see why this was needed. I call spam. :p

<3 you.
 
#94 ·
Re: Paul Heyman's World Alliance of Professional Wrestling!

Holy shit, that looks like such a great card for this week, I'll definitely be checking this one out as soon as it gets posted :). The reason I think that is because looking at those matches such as the six man tag team match, Shelley/Michaels, and Goldberg/Doane makes me 'wanna see this show. PM me when the show is posted plz.
 
#97 ·
Re: Paul Heyman's World Alliance of Professional Wrestling!


World Alliance Professional Wrestling presentsHAZARD!
Wednesday 18th March 2009
TD Banknorth Gardens, Boston

Last week: MVP vs. Abyss
Hazard kicks off in the form of a video package, highlighting the main-event from last week. It features the entrances of both Abyss and MVP, before all the in-ring action kicks into gear. MVP looked the most likely to get the win, countering a black-hole slam attempt into a DDT. With the champ set to earn a night-off at Full Throttle the referee found himself knocked down after an inadvertent clothesline from Abyss. This would allow Christian Cage to briskly make his way down to ringside, to do a little bit more than just survey the surroundings of Tennessee. After passing by the bell-ringers table to grab the title he slides in under the ropes and into the ring. MVP is down and slowly making his way to his feet – CRACK! Christian runs and nails him with the belt! Abyss and Cage then lock eyes on each other. Cage walks aw… - CRACK! He surprises everyone by nailing Abyss, too! With the referee still down Cage raises MVP to a level-base before downing him with an Unprettier! Abyss slings his arm over; 1 … 2 … 3 … 4 …5 – BRET HART! The Hitman emerges from the tunnel wearing a referee’s shirt!! He swiftly hops through the ropes and makes the cover – 1, 2, 3!! The video ends with Bret Hart raising the hand of Christian at the top of the ramp, and with MVP seething, leering at them from through the ropes.

*OPENING VIDEO - 'HELL YEAH'*
*PYRO*

|Live Arena| After an impressive pyro display and the usual surveying of the Boston crowd, we pan to the broadcast booth where our team of Joey Styles and Matt Striker gear us up for tonight’s show!

Joey Styles – Hello everybody and welcome – to Wednesday Night Hazard! We are just four days away from Full Throttle and tonight WAPW comes to you live from the TD Banknorth Gardens in Boston! I’m Joey Styles, joined as always by my broadcast colleague – Matt Striker!

Matt Striker –Good evening everyone, great to be here in Boston, not so great to be here with Joe Styles, but nevertheless the show tonight I’m sure will more than make up for it – the card is stacked from top to bottom.

Joey Styles – Thank you, Matt, and the card is indeed stacked – how about this for a main-event? Champion vs. Champion – Cruiserweight Champ vs. Hardcore Champ – Teddy Hart taking on Jamie Noble! I cannot wait for that one!

Matt Striker –Well you do love your man-on-man Hardcore action, Joe, but I too am looking forward to the clash of the champions here on Hazard.

Joey Styles – We’ve got six-man tag action coming up later on tonight: Street Inc. and Colt Cabana vs. The United Kindgom and Sylvan of The French Connection! Sure will be interesting to see Colt Cabana in action after his troubled past few weeks!

Matt Striker –No kidding, Joe. This is his idea of ‘making it up’ to Street Inc. after he cost them their match last week on Hazard with The UK.

Joey Styles – Will they be better off without Colt Cabana, we’ll have to wait and see, but what millions of people are waiting for – a name synonymous with this industry – BRET HART is here tonight on Hazard to address you, the fans! That’s all coming up throughout the show but first we’re heading straight to the ring. WAPW is where the action is and we bring you the very best, non-stop! This match made last week Goldberg vs. Lance Hoyt, and then the winner of that match immediately faces ‘Anti Saint’ Ken Doane.

|Video Package| Joey Styles briefly narrates a clip from last week, Goldberg making his way to the ring during Lance vs. Doane and taking out both men!

|Live Arena| Howard Finkel stands dead-square in the middle of the ring and proceeds to announce the following ‘number one contenders, special challenge match’.

*SUGAR SWEET*
The Sugar Daddy Superstar emerges from the tunnel tailing two of his finest women. Both women make way on each side of the ramp, arms crossed and looking angry at each other after the bitch-fight between them last week. Lance is dressed in tight purple leather pants and wearing his usual shiny black leather jacket and extravagant top-hat. He smiles into the camera showing off his gold-encrusted grills, before suddenly the camera jolts to behind him – they women are fighting again!

Matt Striker –Oh go on Joe, we all know you want to say it…

Joey Styles – (clears throat) CAT FIGHT!!!

Blondie and Red-head as they are affectionately known after both wearing hot-pants and small tube-tops. Blondie takes down Red-head and they drop to the ramp, pulling at each others hair and rolling down to the ringside area!! Lance does little to stop it, instead watching on in interest. The crowd eat it up, and as security guards head towards the ring, begin a ‘let them fight’ chant! Both women have ahold of eachothers tops, pulling and pulling, occasionally pausing to deliver a slap or a tug at their counterparts’ hair. Soon enough, the unthinkable happens. On live television, though post-watershed, Blondies top is ripped up, over and off of her head, revealing her bare breasts!!

Joey Styles – OH MY GOD!!!!!

Red-head parades the top around the top of her head, swinging it around before tossing it down on her enemy. It isn’t long before she covers herself up with the garment, looking shocked at what has taken place. The crowd is stunned, and apparently so are the commentators! Lance finally enters the ring, grinning, before both women are escorted to the back. After a short-while, a Goldberg chant begins, growing louder and louder with the passing seconds. Then, a very familiar tune blares through the HD system…

*WHO’S NEXT*

The mood in the arena shifts instantaneously. The focus is soon off of the nudity and bitch-fighting – it’s on Goldberg and the action that will follow. Unphazed as usual, he emerges through the stream of pyrotechnics, snorting and spitting before striding purposely down into the ring. He circles his prey, never ceasing to make eye-contact, rather striking fear into the heart of Sugar Lance.

Match One – Part One – Goldberg vs. ‘Sugar Daddy’ Lance


For Sugar Lance, there is a title-opportunity at stake. The chance to wrestle Elijah Burke for the North-American title belt at Full Throttle. Burke, let’s remember, is the man who defeated Lance in the finals FOR the title at Battle Lines, so a degree of pride is on the line, too.

For Goldberg, there is more than just a title match on the line. A chance at Burke is a chance at retribution. Three weeks ago Goldberg was savagely attacked by a mystery assailant, who we later found out to be Elijah Burke doing the dirty-work of MVP. Goldberg has stalked the champion ever-since and now has the chance at a one on one match. To get it, he must defeat not one but TWO of WAPW’s youngest and hungriest talents!

Goldberg was surprisingly slow getting to an advantage point. The crafty Sugar Daddy Superstar would use his agility to keep Goldberg guessing. For a big man, Lance really is impressive. Goldberg found himself being dominated for a short-period of time, with Lance working on the legs of ‘Berg, keeping him grounded and trying to wear him down and slow down the pace of the match wherever he could. Lance knew that that spear can come out of nowhere. However his defense couldn’t last forever; Goldberg, towards the five-minute mark came out of his shell, countering an irish-whip attempt and sending Hoyt back-first into the corner. He then drove his shoulder repeatedly into his opponent, softening him up for an impending spear. ‘Berg followed it up with a superplex, driving the taller man down and into the mat from at least 5 foot in the air!! 1,2 – NO. Lance may have been better off staying down, as Goldberg would then back into the corner, cocked like a pistol – SMASH!! Goldberg scores with a ferocious SPEAR!!! 1,2 and 3!

Winner Of The First Challenge – Goldberg!

After dragging Lance to his feet and tossing him out through the ropes, the winner of the first fall stands ready for the final competitor. Goldberg slaps himself numerous times, psyching himself up even more, anticipating the next victim, perhaps.

Joey Styles –Well it’s one down, and one to go for Bill Goldberg!

*CRASH*
Sirens blare monotonously for a short-period of time before transcending into a heavy-metal beat. The Anti-Saint Ken Doane’s face is a picture of determination, showing no fear as he hops up onto the apron and into the ring. Jake Roberts watches on as usual from ringside.

Match One – Part Two – Goldberg vs. ‘Anti Saint’ Ken Doane

After entering the ring Doane immediately gets up in Goldberg’s face, trash-talking him and staring him out. Before long, Doane slaps Goldberg across the face before proceeding to lay into him with hard punches to the head, repeatedly, so many that Goldberg is knocked back and into the corner where he falls to the mat. As Doane begins to choke Goldberg with both hands, the referee has a job to get the Anti Saint away and prevent him from DQ. The Snake soon climbs up onto the apron via the stairs and attempts to calm his protégé down and prevent him from a DQ loss.

Not intimidated in the slightest, Doane takes the fight to the much more experienced opponent in an uberly-aggressive manner. Doane never seems to let up the offense, with the referee often having to step in and lure him away. All good things do ultimately come to an end and this time for Ken. With Goldberg in the corner, Doane is firing away with right-hand shots to the head one after the other. However, ‘Berg somehow grabs the hand of Doane before contact and proceeds to clutch at it maniacally, squeezing it so hard that it sends Ken to his knees in agony. With Doane at his mercy, Goldberg’s offense picks up at last. An irish-whip into the corner (again) is followed up by a running clothesline, sending Doane down. He snaps back up, and is floored this time with a side-kick to the head! An irish-whip into the ropes this time sets Doane up for a military press maneuver, lifting him high above his own shoulders before dropping him and slamming him with a running powerslam!! 1,2 – NO! Somehow, Ken Doane gets the shoulder up. Goldberg is surprised, and shakes his head in amazement.

He takes to the corner, laying in wait once again for his opponent to get to his feet. Goldberg has a spear on his mind right now and has his eyes locked on the Anti Saint. His trail of thought is broken though as he sees Elijah Burke out of the corner of his eye make his way down to ringside, parading the title belt. Roberts manages to distract the referee, as Goldberg leans down and sticks his head out and over the second rope to tell Burke exactly how he feels. Not a wise move though, as Burke sends the title belt CRASHING into the skull of his nemesis!! He crumples backwards onto the mat, where Ken Doane manages to pin him. 1,2 – kick out! The guts of Bill Goldberg shine through as he kicks out of the vicious belt shot. Bleeding a little bit, he turns to face Doane again, and the two slug it out with hard-right hand shots. In the mean time, Elijah Burke skips round the outside of the ring and retrieves’ Howard Finkel’s chair! He hands it to Jake Roberts, before Burke skips back around to the opposite side of the ring and hops onto the apron. Distracting the referee, Roberts slides the chair in for Doane. Goldberg knocks Burke off of the apron with one punch, but turns around and walks straight into a STEEL CHAIR SHOT!!! Goldberg is down and out, bleeding continuously – but the referee saw it! Disqualification!

Winner @ 4.35 seconds – Goldberg!

As Goldberg lays motionless on the mat, blood dripping from the cut above his right eyebrow, Ken Doane stands over him in a state of confusion. The look on his face is of that of a mad man. He still has hold of the chair and intends to use it some more, raising it high above his head – but luckily for Goldy’, Jake Roberts enters the ring and grabs it from Doane’s merciless grasp. As the Antisaint is reprimanded by his manager, Elijah Burke stands on the outside of the ring, watching on in horror as it all sinks in – GOLDBERG IS THE NUMBER ONE CONTENDER! He holds his head with both hands, title d.r.a.p.e.d around his left shoulder.

Joey Styles – As much as he tried to get out of it – as much as he schemed and wormed his way out fighting Goldberg like a true-champion – he’s now facing him at Full Throttle for that title!

With Elijah Burke still looking on at the ring in despair, Goldberg begins to move. He manages to drag his body from the middle of the ring to beneath the ropes near to where Elijah was standing on the ramp. Blood trickling down the right-side of his face, he clasps the bottom rope with both hands, pulling himself closer to the apron. With another pull he jolts forward and leans a fraction of the way through the ropes, staring at Burke with a far-away look in his eyes. Soon, the blank stare turns to a sinister grin, the tongue hanging through the front of his mouth. Goldberg knows that he’s got the match that he wanted.



COMMERCIALS



|Video Package| THE ACTION! THE EXCITEMENT! THE ADRENALINE! WAPW ADRENALINE - PREMIERES TOMORROW NIGHT ON THE FX!

*INTO THE ABYSS*

|Live Arena| Returning to the live broadcast, the daunting sound of Abyss’ theme music plays to a heel reaction. Dressed in orange prison-apparel with the name ‘PARKS’ printed onto the back, he is lead to the ring by his father, James Mitchell. The sinister one instructs his son to get into the ring, grabbing a microphone and immediately getting down to business.

James Mitchell – Okay Boston, you wretched people of this wretched city, it’s time to address something that needed to be addressed a few weeks ago now. What I’m talking about of course, is that parasite, that disease – Mr. Kennedy.

A slight pop emerges for Ken.

James Mitchell – Oh yeah, you like that Boston? You people enjoy to cheer for an immature, high-school prankster like Kennedy? That alone makes your lives sad and unenviable. The way you enjoy watching a grown man enflict such tedious and gutless attacks on both the body and the psyche, of my son Abyss. Take last week for example – the man calls up the local gay-strip joint and orders a triad of strippers to come and bombard Abyss in the lockerroom area.

The Boston crowd laugh, clearly amused at what happened last week.

James Mitchell – Let me guess, YOU THINK THAT’S FUNNY?! Well it’s not! It’s not funny, it’s not amusing – it’s sad. It’s a sad reflection on Mr. Kennedy, a sad reflection of you people – and of society as a whole. See, what separates myself and my son from the rest of this world is the way we were raised. I myself was raised by an abusive father. He would enforce ‘tough love’ on me. If I stepped out of line as a child or as a young-man – he wouldn’t hesitate to beat my ass and make me pay for my sins. He wouldn’t let me get away with the wrong-doing of my youth, he would reform me into a man of honour. I respected my old-man a great deal, after all he taught me a lot. I took that knowledge and I in-turn passed it on to my son, Abyss.

Grinning sadisticly, he looks up at Abyss and pats him on the back.

James Mitchell – When I married his mother, I adopted Chris as my own. He was just a young boy, no different to anyone else who might be watching and of a similar age. He would like to go out with his petulant friends, play sports and disobey his parents. Needless to say, it wasn’t long before I put a stop to all of that. We are all influenced by everything around us, and even at Abyss’ age at a child – there will still a soul to warp and mould into something much, much more powerful. I took his characteristics, his DNA and everything that made him normal – and systematically changed the way he lived. The way he thought, the way he acted and the way he eventually grew up into an adult – is all down to me.

Abyss rubs his hands together, Mitchell looking on with pleasure on his face.

James Mitchell – I turned Abyss’ life around. I turned him from a floundering, simpleton – no different to any of you watching Hazard tonight – and instead molded him into a crossbreed. He is now a higher-being than any of you could ever envisage being. He thinks how a predatory animal thinks, and he acts how a ruthless animal acts. He is the ultimate in destruction. Kennedy, you may think that you got one over on Abyss with your silly little pranks. You may think that you have gotten into the head of my son and unlocked a part of him which contains a degree of normalcy – but I assure you, all of his sinister ways are still in tact.

*LOVE-HATE*

The high-tempo anthem for Mr. Kennedy hits to a very positive reaction, and the charismatic individual confidently strides out onto the ramp, strolling a quarter of the way down. Already possessing a microphone, he surveys the arena before focusing his attention on the two in the ring. Mitchell instructs Abyss to calm down and stay in the ring.

Mr. Kennedy –I hate to come out here and interrupt your little ‘This Is Your Life’ segment that you had going on here – I mean, really touching stuff – but I to have something too get off of my chest. You come out here and put over just how you raised Abyss from a human being into this 350lb FREAK that stands before us, and you brag about it. You call it genetic engineering – but it sounds to me an awful lot like plain incest!

With the crowd responding to Kennedy’s remarks, Mitchell angrily cuts in.

James Mitchell – Oh how original! How humorous you are Mr. Kennedy. You come out here and you begin to crack your witty, satirical jokes – bravo!

Mr. Kennedy –I appreciate your kudos James, but Mr. Kennedy wasn’t joking. Incest and family values aside, what I’m really out here for – is a fight!

As expected, the fans pop at the prospect of a brawl.

Mr. Kennedy –I’ve pursued one for weeks now and to be quite honest with you – I just can’t take anymore of waiting! Ever since you cost me my WAPW title match at Battle Lines, I’ve been biding my time – waiting for the time for my chance at redemption. Seconds, minutes, hours, days, weeks – it doesn’t matter anymore! I’m tired of waiting, and if it was up to me I’d march right on down into that ring, whip your fat ass, whip his ass and call it the end of the book. However, as much as I’d like to lodge my foot in your asses – the powers that be have instructed me to hold fire.

Kennedy composes himself before speaking in a much less urgent voice then before.

Mr. Kennedy –Paul Heyman has instructed me to hold fire – for another four days. See, Paulie, he agreed with my viewpoint and sympathized with my situation. He understood that Mr. Kennedy is the BEST DAMN THING GOING TODAY – and that it’s in the best interest of WAPW to give me what is rightfully mine. So, in order to get what I wanted – I had to agree to restrain myself physically until Full Throttle on Sunday night! The whole thing with the strippers, Chris, if you can understand me, it wasn’t to mess with your fat head – it wasn’t a whole misunderstanding with speed-dial – it was plain and simply something funny for you to look back on because I guarantee you this – it will be the only thing funny for you about our feud after I’m done with beating on your chunk-ass!!

Kennedy pauses, soaking in the growing adulation of the fans, before Jim Mitchell begins.

James Mitchell – That’s what you call it? Something funny for us to look back on? Ken, it’s going to be funny after what happens at Full Throttle – it’s going to be HYSTERICAL. We will look back at the tape of Abyss’ match with you time and time again, reliving the destruction and pain of which were inflicted on you!

Mr. Kennedy –Hmm. I gotta say I do agree with you on one thing, Abyss will inflict pain and destruction on me – but when it’s personal like it is now – it’s about who can inflict the most, and there ain’t a hope in hell that it’s going to be you!!

Pausing once more from his quickfire comments to take in his surroundings again, he then continues.

Mr. Kennedy –At Full Throttle it’s all business from Mr. Kennedy. I’m walking in with a face of determination, and come hell or high water, I’m leaving with a smile and my hand held high – as Howard Finkel announces your WINNER of the bout ….. MiiiiissssssteeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeerrrrrrrrrrKeennnneeeeddddyyyyyyyyyyyyy!!!

Kennedy turns away from the ring and walks back up to the top of the ramp, facing the ring once again.

Mr. Kennedy –… PERIOD!

*LOVE-HATE*
Kennedy leaves on his own terms, heading to the back to a great reaction. In the ring, Abyss and Mitchell are left looking one-upped. (We head to a commercial break a couple minutes early, due to over-running in the first quarter-hour)

*BRET HART ADDRESSES THE WORLD – LATER ON TONIGHT!*




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|Physio Room| Back on Hazard and Joey Styles narrates the scene; Bill Goldberg is being tended to by two medical staff after his deep wound from a chair shot earlier tonight. ‘Berg is clearly dazed and is looking somewhat psychotic, laughing quietly to himself as the light is shone into his eye and the gash is tended too. After the two doctors leave the scene, Goldy jolts forward and grabs the camera, looking deep into it whilst still seated.

Goldberg – Hey there, Burke. How’ve you been? Good I hope. I know your watching, sitting in the back on MVP’s lap, running around for him getting what he needs. Well, what you should be worried about is not your boss – but me, and what I’m going to do to you at Full Throttle. Haha, this wound on my head – kinda sore. My eyes – kinda glazed over. I’m pretty banged up, man. This pain is only temporary – but what I do to you – you’ll remember it for the rest of your life.

‘Berg leans back so to be propped up by a wall. With his eyes closed, he rips off the bandage from his head and pulls the camera closer to his face.

Goldberg – (Whispering) You’re next.

Eyes still closed, he forcefully propels the expensive camera forward and out of his hands – sending it crashing onto the cold-white floor. We hear the sound of Goldberg laughing to himself before cutting back to the arena.

*STILL TO COME – JAY BRISCOE VS. CHASE STEVENS*
*STILL TO COME – TEDDY HART VS. JAMIE NOBLE*
|Live Video Package| After hyping up the two matches aforementioned, Joey Styles and Matt Striker take us back to last week on Hazard, narrating a video package of Colt Cabana staggering down to the ring during Street Inc. vs. The UK and nailing JTG with the beer bottle!

The video from last week is followed immediately by a short-clip from earlier on today, involving Colt Cabana and Street Inc.: Street Inc. are walking alongside eachother through a backstage hallway carrying shoulder bags. With their game faces on, they pass several lower-beings such as crew guys. During their travels however they are approached by Colt Cabana in the distance, as he repeatedly shouts “Guys”. They elect to ignore him, after he cost them their match last week. Eventually Colt sprints up and into the scene.

Cabana – Guys, what’s up?! I’ve been trying to get ahold of you both all week. You won’t answer my calls, return my emails – what’s up? Look, if it’s about last week, I’m sorry.

Still walking and talking, Cabana tries his damndest to talk to his ‘friends’. They continue walking and respond without even looking at him.

JTG –Get the hell away, yo.

Colt is left standing there, as Street Inc. continue walking. Colt chases them up again, shouting “Wait up, guys”.

Cabana – Look I’m sorry alright, I screwed up big time. I cost you your match, I hit you JT with the beer bottle – I’m real sorry, guys.

Shad –We accept yo’ apology.

Street Inc. keep going, whilst Colt temporarily pauses, before catching up with them once more.

Cabana – How about them Red Sox, huh? Pretty neat, right?!

JTG –Get lost, man.

Cabana – Nah, me neither, never been much of a Hockey fan. (Both continue walking, prompting Colt to quickly get back on topic) Hey, hey, hey, guys come on! Look, I’ve apoligised, I’ve sent you flowers – I haven’t drank in days – come on, just give me a chance to make this right. I owe you.

With that said, the two stop, clearly irritated by their ‘friends’ relentless persuit.

JTG –Look man, we get it – you screwed up, you sorry – we get it. The thing is – you ARE a screw-up. You a drunk screw-up. You put stitches in ma’ head last week homie, you cracked a freakin’ bottle over my skull, man. The only thing you can do to make it up to us – is by staying the hell away from our matches. Comprende?

Cabana – Oui, but guys I’ve got a proposition for ya. Tonight you have a match – a tag-team match – with the English guys. Now, I was thinking, how about we up the anti a little. How about we make it a six-man – me teaming with you against The UK and one of the Italian guys.

JTG –Italian guys?

Cabana – Ya know – Sylvan, Rene. Anyways, I spoke to Heyman and he seemed to like the idea – how about it? I’d do all the work, no sweat.

JTG –You’d do all the work?

Colt nods, smiling, all the while trying to convince Street to let him tag with them.

JTG –Well on one hand – you could go and screw up another one of our matches … but on the other … you could go get yo’ drunk ass straightened out by them three. You got yo’self a deal, wigga.

The video ends with Colt looking awfully happy, jumping up and punching the air in joy.

|Live Arena| We swiftly cut back to the arena, and it’s match time!

*BRITANIA*

To a typical patriotic-heel reaction, the two from Britain emerge emotionlessly. Nigel leads Shamus mid-way down the ramp, the latter who is bearing a Union Jack flag. One fan in particular is heckling The UK, prompting Nige’ to flip him the two fingers. With that they pause, awaiting their partners arrival.

*LA NATION*

To a similar reaction, Sylvan strolls down the ramp to greet his partners, accompanied by a French-flag bearing Rene Dupree. He looks at both knowingly, bowing his head, before all four make a move into the ring.

*HITTIN THE STREETS*

The crowds spirits pick up upon hearing the hip-hop beat of Street Inc.’s entrance music. Both men emerge side by side, and stare intently at their opponents in the ring. Both men look 100% focused on the task at hand, Shad rubbing his hands together in preperation.

*PARTY BOY COLT*

With his opponents already in the ring, Colt Cabana’s high-tempo club theme blares through the HD system here in Boston, and he paces out onto the ramp! To a good reaction Cabana, holding his head, takes a deep breath before sprinting down to the ring, attempting to slide in and under, but instead only hitting the inside of his left thigh on the apron! Colt falls back in agony, pausing momentarily to shake his leg, before entering the ring. Street Inc. bare faces of annoyance.

Match Two – Colt Cabana & Street Inc. vs. Sylvan & The UK


The emphasis for this match was mostly on the sober and apparently reinvigorated Colt Cabana. Promising his ‘pals’ that he would repay them for costing the team their match last week, the pressure was clearly on the hung over Colt.

Cabana started the match against Nigel McGuiness, looking decent in the opening couple of minutes. Seemingly embarrassing Nige’ with some of his antics, he tagged in JTG and went out on top. The relentless McGuiness soon gained the upperhand after around two minutes of competition with JT’, getting him into their corner and double teaming him with Shamus. After working over JTG, Shamus found himself coming under pressure, with JTG catching a second wind. Both men would tag in their respective partners; Colt and Nigel (again). Cabana came in positively, flooring McGuiness a couple of times with clotheslines before then hitting an front-atomic drop! McGuiness, crouched, is sent onto his back with a running knee smash to the face! Colt turns his attention to the guys on the apron, knocking both Sylvan and Shamus off with right-hand shots. The tide suddenly turns however as Colt holds his gut, breathing extremely heavily. Tired, he gets back to a vertical base and approaches Nige, but is turned inside-out with a devastating lariat! 1-2-3!

Winners @ 6.43 mins – The UK & Sylvan!

With The UK celebrating another victory with their French counterparts, Cabana is left in the ring holding his shoulder in pain. The winners soon make a move up the ramp and begin flying their flags, but the focus is on what’s going down in the ring. JTG and Shad look at eachother on the apron, unimpressed by Colt losing them another match, and decide to make their way through the ropes and into the ring. Staring down at Colt who is now seated with his head in his hands, Shad places a firm hand down on his left shoulder. This causes Cabana to look up in a worried manner. JTG then slams his down on Colt’s right shoulder. They then proceed to lift him to his feet forcefully, before JTG begins shouting at him for ‘losing another one’. Before long, after a considerable amount of JT’ going off at him, Colt SLAPS him!!

Matt Striker – Uh … oh.

Street Inc. are overcome by shock more than anything, as is Colt. He stands there shaking, not believing what he has just done. With that JTG fires away with right-hands to the face sending him over onto the ropes. He backs up before running at him, but luckily for Colt he slips away under the ropes. In the ring, Shad restrains his partner. We go to a commercial break with Cabana jogging up the ramp holding his head and out of breath, and JTG yelling at him from inside the ring.

|Parking Lot Area| Before heading to a commercial break we see Teddy Hart emerge from a limousine, dressed in baggy gold wrestling pants and a white, unbuttoned shirt. With the Cruiserweight title around his waist, he brashly makes his way out of the parking area and into the main building. Joey Styles reminds us that tonight’s main-event is champion vs. champion!

*BRET HART ADDRESSES THE WORLD – LATER ON TONIGHT!*




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|Interview Area| “You could have a full head of hair in just three weeks!” WAPW Hazard returns, and Shane Douglas and Hardcore Champion Jamie Noble join us from the backstage interview area!

Shane Douglas – Jamie Noble, tonight in Hazard’s HUGE main-event match you step into the ring with a champion, much like yourself. You do battle with Teddy Hart, the top Cruiserweight in the world today. I’ve gotta ask, Jamie, what are your thoughts?

Jamie Noble –(In his typically Virginian accent)My thoughts, Shane? My thoughts are right where they should be – on my match tonight. See it’s champion vs. champion, and I guess the winner of that match will be the better man – the better champion. Well I tell you this, Shane, I’ve worked too damn hard for too damn long for a shot at the big time, and this match tonight is the biggest of my career. I’ve been ever’where: Dubya’ See Dubya , Dubya’ Dubya’ E, ROH , Japan – I’ve wrestled across the world and held titles across the world. This title you see on my shoulder, represents a large piece of my wrestling career. Winning this baby gave me two things: number one, money so me and my family can afford to eat … and umber two, it gave me a chance to achieve all I ever wanted in life.

He slaps his titles with the palm of his hand.

Jamie Noble –See, having this title, it means that I’ve achieved something and that I’m a worthy champion. By holding this, people look at me as something special. My dream in professional-wrestling is to be WAPW Champion of the entire world, and holding this belt right here is a platform to make my way to the top, and to achieve all I’ve ever dreamed of. By beating Teddy Hart tonight, is another big step towards the big one. If I fail tonight, I may never get my shot at the big one. If I win, I prove that I’m not only a worthy Hardcore champion, not only a worthy Cruiserweight champion – but a worthy WORLD Champion.

Shane Douglas – Is there anything you’d like to say to your opponent tonight?

Jamie Noble –Yeah, Shane, funny enough I do. Punk, if you’re watchin’ – you’d best get your eyes sharp and your ears pricked. Tonight, you step in my way. You attempt to derail my career, for the greater good of yours. WELL BOYYY – IT AIN’T GONN’ HAPPEN! JAMIE NOBLE, AIN’T GONNA LET IT HAPPEN! TONIGHT PUNK, all I see is a threat to me and my career – and I will not hesitate in wiping it out.

Noble, clearly pumped for his match tonight, exits the picture.

|Live Arena| Howard Finkel is standing in the middle of the ring ready to introduce the next match.

Howard Finkel – The following contest is a singles bout, and is scheduled for one fall.

The bell rings, but before any entrance music can play, Matt Michaels makes his way down through the entrance tunnel, bearing a huge upside down cross seemingly branded onto his flesh. He is wearing tight black pants as well as boots and fingerless gloves.

Joey Styles –Well that’s Matt Michaels; the man who is scheduled for competition in this next match. I–I guess he must have mistimed his entrance?

Michaels approaches Howard Finkel immediately after sliding in under the ropes and into the ring. He snatches the microphone with a sense of urgency, grasping it with his sweaty, shaking hand.

Matt Michaels – If you didn’t get the message last week, and if you haven’t already prepared, I’m here to tell you that there is still time! Time to prepare for what is coming … for what the books and scriptures warn us of! 25/3, 25/3! In case you were wondering – that’s next week. Azrael … 25/3 … Azrael.

Michaels looks down to his chest and rubs the satanic cross which was branded onto him.

Matt Michaels – Before the war … before, hell on earth … I ask of you, WAPW, REPENT! The seven days you have are seven days to eradicate your sins. If not, your mind, body and soul will not be spared.

He grins before dropping to his knees and looking up to the rafters.

*ALL ABOUT ALEX*

The familiar theme music of one Alex Shelley plays, the crowd booing before he even appears. When he does however they are in for a surprise as he emerges in REY MYSTERIO’S ATTIRE! Wearing red Mysterio’ pants as well as the trademark mask (which he stole two weeks ago) and unbelievably – a white tanktop with the initials E.G written on, he makes his way down the ramp as if he were Rey himself.

Joey Styles –Talk about disrespect to a mans heritage… he’s really ‘Crossed the line’ here.

Matt Striker –Mind your puns, Joseph …

Shelley continues, approaching a young fan in a Rey mask (plant), grabbing his head and placing it against his own – before pushing the child backwards! This draws unbelievable heat – the biggest of the night. Shelley soon enters the ring, hops up onto the turnbuckle and points to the sky, even more disrespectfully. After hopping down from the turnbuckle he removes the tank top, tossing it to the outside as if it were garbage.

Match Three – Alex Shelley vs. Matt Michaels


This match was clearly just a chance for Alex Shelley to showcase his execution of Rey Mysterio’s arsenal. Bearing his attire and all of his mannerisms, this was all about respect, or a lack thereof, shown towards Rey.

Whilst nothing else is noteworthy, during the match Paul London and Gangrel appeared at the top of the ramp to watch the match, both dressed in a gothic fashion.

To end the match Michaels was taken down with leg-scissors sending him into the second rope, before being hit with a 619! The fans couldn’t believe it. Shelley however thrived off of the attention and heat; from the other side of the apron he hopped up onto the top rope and hit a marvelous Mysterio-esque west coast pop!! 1,2,3!

Winners @ 5.43 mins – Alex Shelley!

After Michaels rolls out of the ring to nurse his wounds on the outside, Alex Shelley celebrates his win. He doesn’t get long to bask in the glory though however, as Rey Mysterio soon makes a beeline for the ring, spooking Shelley into exiting! As the two stare each other down, Shelley makes his way up the ramp, getting to the half way point before removing the mask from his head. It is with that that he points at Rey and then SPITS on the mask, drops it, and then rubs his foot into it on the floor! He winks to the camera, before heading off up the ramp.

Joey Styles –This man just radiates sheer arrogance and disrespect! He makes me sick!

After Shelley exits, Gangrel and Paul London soon make their way down to ringside, passing Rey in the process, but all the while their eyes are locked on Matt Michaels. They loom over him as he is on his knees, before they both grab him by the arms and escort him to the back. He yells things of ‘Azrael’ and ‘25/3’ for the duration.

|Interview Area| Colt Cabana is walking through a dark, dank corridor backstage by the loading dock. He passes forklifts, crates and other equipment. He looks glum. With his hands in the pockets of his baggy, grey sweatpants, he is clearly down after what went on earlier. Walking, he encounters a beer can on the ground. He bends to pick it up, looking at with a fierce resolve in his eyes. He looks around before taking a deep breath and opening it. He aggressively chugs it down his neck, spilling a majority of it all down his white t-shirt. After tossing the empty can to the side, he encounters another! He downs the seconds beer, breathing heavily and continuing his walk in search of more. After another two cans he begins to follow a trail of which has been strategically set, leading him to a destination. He grasps two more cans in his hands before approaching an open crate. The large crate is on its side, so that the lid is flat on the floor. The camera follows Colt as he paces into it. It is there that he finds an entire refrigerator of beer cans and bottles!! He yells enthusiastically and as the camera retracts we hear a lot of commotion going on in there and a lot of grunting. Beer can after beer bottle is flung out of there, not a drop to spare. He sure is enjoying himself! Soon however, both JTG and Shad approach the crate from the two sides so that their ‘bud’ is oblivios to their presence.

JTG – (Whispering)Okay, on three?

Shad nods. With that, JTG leaps up onto the top of the crate, whilst Shad runs around to the entrance.

Colt Cabana –Hey guys, you’ll never guess what I found! ... G-Guys? GUYS!

With that, we watch from above as Shad lifts up the entrance panel and slams it up against the frame – trapping him in there! A ton of banging and smashing of bottles can be heard from within, as JTG secures the lock on the roof of the object.

Colt Cabana –Heyy! Heyyy! SHAD!? JTG!? Anybody? I-I think I’m trapped in here. I said I THINK I’M TRAPPED IN HERE. Guys?! What happened?

As the banging persists, the camera pans around the front of the crate to reveal a sign on the front reading ‘AA’. Shad pats it before looking to JTG.

JTG – We did the right thing.

Street Inc. smile knowingly to eachother before exiting the scene. It’s time for a commercial break…




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|Video Package| A short video clip of the chorus from Rev Theory's 'Hell Yeah' plays. Afterwards a graphic appears stating that they will be performing live during the Full Throttle PPV. (Note - they also played to open the inaugural WAPW Hazard show. The official theme song for FT is "The Bleeding" by Five Finger Death Punch.

|Live Arena| The preliminary bell sounds and it is time for our fourth contest of the night!
*OVERDRIVE*

Accompanied by his brother Mark, Jay Briscoe makes his way to the ring looking focused and ready to seemingly settle a score. While not getting much of a reaction, a small group of the crowd proceeds to chant ‘Briscoe’.

*NATURAL FRANCHISE*

To a slightly more heelish reaction than that of The Briscoes, Chase Stevens with Andy Douglas strides down to the ring swiftly. After sliding in under the ropes and back flipping from the top rope to the mat, he gets ready for the match.

Match Four – Chase Stevens vs. Jay Briscoe


Bad blood has been boiling ever since the Battle Lines pay-per-view where an eight-man tag team match finished under unfortunate circumstances as Chase Stevens inadvertently hit team-mate Mark Briscoe with a wild-right hand, leading to Nigel McGuiness' lariat and the pin. Heated words soon turned to physical violence and they’ve been at each others throats ever since. A match here would surely end the feud, right?

In an even and balanced bout there wasn’t much to choose between either man. It kicked off at a high-tempo, punches being thrown rather than traditional wrestling moves. As it cooled down it turned into a match between the better man, and eventually the hard-hitting Jay Briscoe secured the win. With Chase Stevens groggy after a stiff running-jumping knee strike to the gut in the corner, he would stagger forward and straight into Briscoe’s cruciple finisher – a sitout suplex slam! 1,2,3.

Winner @ 5.53 mins – Jay Briscoe!

Following the bout both competitors’ respective partners enter the ring to see to each other. Whilst Mark and Jay celebrate in one corner, in another it’s a totally different story. Chase Stevens immediately shoots up and confronts his opponent, slapping him!! They are separated by their partners immediately, with Chase being sent back to the corner. Whilst Mark and Jay have their backs turned in their corner, Andy Douglas makes his way over their and low blows Mark!! Before Jay can realize what just happened, TNF have gotten away.

Joey Styles – Well if it wasn’t personal between these two teams before – it sure as hell is now! We thought this was between Jay Briscoe and Chase Stevens – but now Andy Douglas has gotten involved!

Looking pleased with themselves, The Natural Franchise rush up the ramp, whilst their adversaries are in the corner of the ring, Jay standing over the fallen Mark.

|Backstage| After everything that’s just occurred settles in the camera soon switches to the back; Jake ‘The Snake’ Roberts is backstage and as we arrive he is embroiled in an argument with his protégé, Ken Doane.

Jake Roberts – YOU WANT RESPECT? YOU WANT RESPECT, YOU EARN IT DAMNIT! AS LONG AS I’M YOU MANAGER – THE ONE WHO GOT YOUR ASS HERE – YOU SHOW ME RESPECT PUNK!

Doane gets right up his Roberts’ face, seething and almost foaming at the mouth.

Jake Roberts – Oh you’re gonna hit me? GO AHEAD AND HIT ME YA’ PIECE OF SHIT! COME ON! HIT THE MAN WHO GOT YOU HERE – THROW YOUR DAMN CAREER DOWN THE TOILET! COME ON!?

Roberts then gets up in Doane’s, who is trying to restrain himself.

Jake Roberts – DAMN IT KEN!! You’re the best young wrestler in this freakin’ industry – but you’re damn aggression is RUINING it for you! You threaten the REFS … you go for WEAPONS … you CHOKE ‘EM … you get your stupid ass DQ’ed. I swear to God, Ken, I swear to GOD that if you don’t get it under control and CHANNEL IT PROPLERLY IN THE RING

The Snake pauses to contemplate what he will say, as well as calms himself.

Jake Roberts – If you don’t start to control yourself – then you can kiss goodbye to your career, and you can kiss my ass goodbye too. Are we clear? Is that understood?

It seems to be working, as The Antisaint looks Roberts in the eye and nods in acknowledgment ever so slightly, reluctant to lose any pride. Roberts, not totally convinced by Doane…

Jake Roberts – I SAID IS THAT UNDERSTOOD, PUNK!

Roberts SLAPS Doane in the face!! The Antisaint’s eyes light up, the red surfaces in his face – but despite breathing so heavily, he pulls it together, nodding more convincingly this time.

Jake Roberts – Good, I should damn well think so too.

With both men’s eyes lock onto eachothers, Brent Albright enters the scene wearing casual wear of blue jeans, white sneakers and a white tanktop. He immediately stands facing both men with an air of purpose about him.

Brent Albright –You know amongst all the kicking and screaming and crying, I thought I heard you say, Jake, that your boy here is letting his aggression get the better of him.

Neither men reply, but now lock their sight on Albright.

Brent Albright –Is that right, Ken? Is that the reason you lost your match tonight against Goldberg? Look, you may have saved yourself from getting pinned by Goldberg earlier tonight, but at Full Throttle I’ve been promised a match by Paul Heyman with anybody of my choosing. So, how about Kenny, that we find out if your aggression gets the better of you at Full Throttle in the ring – or we find out that I am better than you?

Doane is clearly beginning to become angered, and looks at Roberts seemingly for help. His manager fields the question.

Jake Roberts – Punk, you’re seeking a match with my protégé right here? You want it bad enough? You’ve got him. And I’ll tell you this, when he beats your ass he won’t need excuses. He won’t need to put any losses down to his temper, because believe me boy when this train gets up and running there ain’t a man in this business that can stop him from steamrollering over your ass!

Brent Albright –Is that so? Ken, you let your mouthpiece do all the talking for ya’ – at Full Throttle, I do mine in the ring, cause Brent Albright, Ken – is FOR REAL.

It is with Brent getting the last word that he exits the scene, leaving a very emotional Ken Doane with his unimpressed manager, Jake ‘The Snake’ Roberts.




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*BRET HART ADDRESSES THE WORLD – LATER ON TONIGHT!*

Joey Styles – Ladies and gentlemen as we return from Hazard we are just moments away from main-event time! It’s champion vs. champion! An epic contest between two men who will forever have their names etched into the annals of WAPW history. It needs no hype, no talking up, but let’s take you back with two brief video clips of just how these men became champions!

|Video Package| As promised by Joey-boy, Hazard airs two short clips of how each man won their title. It starts with Teddy Hart’s triumph, highlighting how Paul London went through four other men in the gauntlet only to fall to Hart. It ends with him celebrating in the ring and forcing Paul Heyman to strap the belt onto him. The second short clip is of Noble’s Hardcore title win, showing the gauntlet from a couple of weeks ago and how he overcame Terry Funk by Noble-bombing him through a table!

*PITBULL*

To a quietly mixed reaction the Hardcore champion makes his entrance. After making a move onto the height of the entrance ramp he stands and looks deep into the arena, taking a deep breath before pacing down towards the ring. After climbing the ring steps he raises his title belt high in the air before handing it over to the referee and then readying himself for his opponent.

*HART OF A CANADIAN*

Following the entrance of Jamie Noble, the usually over-confident Ted Hart makes his entrance in a more focused manner than usual. Acknowledging the importance of this match he makes his way down the ramp wearing baggy gold pants and an un-buttoned white shirt. He ignores the fans who give off a fair amount of heat as he hops up onto the apron and climbs in through the ropes. After parading his Cruiserweight title around to al four corners of the crowd he holds it above the head of his opponent, provoking him to push him away. With both titles handed over the referee suggests and handshake. Jamie Noble extends his hand, but it is slapped away by Hart. Both men back up into their corners and the bell soon rings.

Match Five – Jamie Noble vs. Teddy Hart


The video package which preceded gave this contest all of the hype that it needed – two champions tangling in the ring to see who the better man is. WAPW clearly anticipated the possibility of a long affair, thus giving the bout a maximum of forty minutes in order to find a winner.

This bout would favor Teddy Hart if anyone. After all, Jamie Noble is currently plying his trade solely in the Hardcore division, and the regular rules of this contest would not accommodate all that Noble is used to. However, being the technical stud that he is in the ring, he would put up more than a valiant effort.

The match progressed slowly, with Jamie Noble starting off on top. Using stiff knee shots, kicks and chops, Jamie Noble was displaying just why he wasn’t just restricted to weapon usage. The tide would ultimately turn over the course of the match multiple time, such with the nature of the highly competitive match. Before long the action would spill out of the ring, and Noble wasn’t shy with introducing Hart to the steel railing and steel steps. After breaking the referees ten count three times, Teddy Hart tossed his opponent into ring after irish whipping him into the steel steps.

The slower-pace definitely suited Noble, but it certainly didn’t hinder the Cruiserweight champion. A fairly untraditional Cruiserweight, he wouldn’t implement submissions into the bout, including his legendary uncles sharpshooter. Towards the twelve-minute mark both men found themselves on the mat, courtesy of an epically original double clothesline. This would signal the end of the contest nearing. After Noble gains an advantage once again, against the run of momentum, walks straight into a stiff kick followed up by his own finisher – the noble bomb! He couldn’t finish him off, though he very easily could have. Hart would then stalk his opponent, waiting for him to get to his feet, but only to walk straight into a stalling brainbuster!! Noble would hold Hart high up into the air for over twenty seconds before dropping him.

/match? Possibly. Jamie grabs the sweaty right-arm of Ted Hart, pulling him closer to the turnbuckle. Despite the referees’ calls, he steps through the ropes and ascends to the top rope. The crowd stood in anticipation suspecting what he might do. Standing high and facing his opponent, he was set for go for Teddy’s move – the shooting star press! Just as the hardcore champion was about to take off, Hart manages to grab the shirt of the referee and push him into the ropes – crotching Noble! After the referee gives Hart a stern talking to, he makes his way towards Jamie once again. Stepping onto the bottom rope with both feet, he has something in mind for him, but his mind is swayed completely when The Amazing Red and Puma jog down to the ring waving their hands about in an attempt to distract their rival. It works – Hart grabs Noble and tosses him into the middle of the ring, then jumps to the top rope to hurl abuse their way. This gives Noble the chance to regain his senses and make a move towards his opponent who’s back is turned. He sees an opportunity, clubbing the back of Hart before placing the back of his head through his legs. He then grabs the torso of him and propels him across the ring with a running NOBLE BOMB!! Slowly, he covers him. 1,2,3!

Winner @ 15.33 mins – Jamie Noble !

The sound of victory is Jamie Noble’s theme song, Pitbull, playing as his hand is raised by the referee. He does not crack a smile, rather his mouth is wide open from tiredness. He grabs his title belt from the referee and makes his way around the ring and up the ramp. On his way he passes both Puma and The Amazing Red, giving both of them a suspicious look. Red is the one to break the ice, extending his hand in respect to Noble. He takes a few seconds to mull it over before shaking it, as both Puma and Red raise the victors hand! A small slice of payback after Hart struck them both with chairs a three weeks ago.

*BRET HART ADDRESSES THE WORLD – NEXT!*




COMMERCIALS



|Live Arena| We cut straight to a shot of the ring canvas where there lies a single solitary microphone. The commentators elect not to speak, and rather let the moment speak for itself.

*HITMAN*

The crowd pop understandably noisily, rising to their feet for the last televised appearance of Bret Hart. After a short while of the camera shot being fixed on the top of the ramp, Hart emerges, bowing before the 10,000 fans before waving, then finally making his way down and into the ring. He climbs the steps and walks across the apron, wiping his feet so to speak, before entering. A long period of silence is what follows, Hart attempting to speak a couple times only to be cut off by the fans chants of ‘Welcome back’ and ‘Bret’. Eventually he begins.

Bret Hart – Wow. I’m so, so happy to stand here and say that I’m back in wrestling again, and even happier to say that I am a part of the WAPW. The match that we just witnessed before hand between those two tremendous young men, seeing something like that, it really galvanizes you. Matches like that make you happy to be a wrestling fan and for me, it made me yurn for my wrestling days. For guys like me, my place in this business is now plain and simply to give them a helping hand. That’s why last month before I refereed the match at Battle Lines, when Paul Heyman called me up and asked me to come aboard, I owed it to wrestling to do so. For too long Bret Hart has stood in the shadows and watched the business fade away. For too long I stayed away when I knew I still had something to give. So, by officiating the title match this Sunday night live on Pay-per-view I’d like to think that I’m helping the careers of both of those young men. Christian Cage, a talent who I have mentored over the years. A young man whom personally, I share a close bond with. Then there’s the champion, MVP.

The first round of boos are spurred on by the mention of the heel WAPW champion.

Bret Hart – Now MVP, the person, is different to MVP, the wrestler. See whilst MVP and myself share the close bond and friendship of which his opponent and myself do, I respect that man for all he has achieved and for all he will undoubtedly achieve in the future. It’s guys like him, and like Christian, that make the future so bright here in WAPW. Now, the match itself on pay-per-view will be of no doubt a good one. While all the fans that paid there hard-earned money to come and watch will have a great time and a great viewing, it is I who will have the best seat in the house. When I stand in that ring for the final time as the striped official, it’s going to be called with dignity and honesty. I pride myself on being exactly that, and I will 'do what is right for the business that made me'.

The majority of the crowd is still listening to Bret in mostly silence, though some construe the reference that Bret has made to Montreal.

Bret Hart – I know that MVP seems to bear a little grudge against me, and that’s fine, he seems to believe that myself, Paul and Christian are all in cahoots as it were, trying to ensure that he doesn’t leave the pay-per-view with the title. All I can say to that, really, is that we will find out on the night just where my loyalties lie.

*BIG THINGS POPPIN'*

Brets face doesn’t sour, rather he is intrigued to see what follows. Soon, MVP emerges dressed as smartly as ever in a cream coloured suit, the title d.r.a.p.e.d over his shoulder. With a microphone in hand, he begins talking whilst on the ramp, making his way swiftly down and into the ring.

MVP – Where your loyalties lye? Did I just hear that right? Where your loyalties lie? Last time I checked, your loyalties were up your boy Christian’s ass!

A round of heat is conjured, and MVP steps into the ring.

MVP – Yeah, that’s right Boston, boo all you want, boo all you want. You can boo, hiss, heckle – whatever you want – you get to do that because you paid to. You paid for the right to express whatever feelings you may have in the right way. You can bring your little signs and wear your little t-shirts of whoever you want, but just remember, every single one of you came here to see ME.

MVP bears a look of distain for the masses who boo him.

MVP – Not Bret Hart. Not Christian Cage. Not the two punks who were in the match before – not nobody, cept me … MVP … your WAPW champion.

He raises his title proudly to all four sides of the ring.

MVP – Now Bret, I hear what you saying, but I don’t think I know what you feelin’. At Battle Lines, I know – I KNOW, you tried yo’ damndest to screw me out of my title.

Bret has a look of disbelief, mouthing ‘What’.

MVP – Don’t try to deny it, Bret. Look, all I sayin’ is that at Full Throttle it’s up to you to convince me where your loyalties lye, okay? You can one of two things; the first being that you come out to the ring in yo’ little striped shirt, you break the submissions on five, you stop me for rope-breaks but most importantly – you count the 1,2,3 when I beat Christian’s ass, fair and square. Now, the second, Bret, the second choice is that you stroll down to the ring with a shirt that supposedly symbolizes authority and fairness, and you try a stunt like last time – and you try and cost me my title again.

Bret Hart – Cost you your title? You know that’s not the case, Mont…

MVP – Eh, eh, eh, eh, eh – Bret, I told you, that was at Battle Lines. It’s in the past now, ite?

Bret, off the microphone, mouths to MVP once again that he didn’t try anything at Battle Lines.

MVP – That was then, now all that matters is Sunday night at Full Throttle. Liiive on pay-per-view, all of you people here in Boston and everybody around the world pay your $20 to see MVP defend his title. Like the old saying goes, ‘I’m walking in as the champion’, and Cage, Bret, Paul and everybody else, you can all bet your sorry asses that ‘I’m walking out as WAPW champion’.

As MVP pauses to raise his WAPW title high amidst the boos of the crowd, their spirits are soon lifted as the music of Christian Cage himself plays!

*5,4,3,2,1 - CHRISTIAN*

Christian – We’ve seen the guest referee, and we’ve seen the champion, now I think it’s time that we hear from the challenger.

The fans pop enthusiastically for Christian’s appearance.

MVP – Man, you just being out here is hearing enough from you. These people didn’t wanna see you – they paid to see me.

Christian – Is that so? They paid to see you? Boston, from the top of your lungs – DID ANYBODY HERE PAY TO SEE MVP?!

The majority of the crowd shouts ‘NO’ as loud as they can, bar a few smart-asses. Christian shrugs his shoulders to MVP humorously, as the champion shakes his head.

Christian – Well Boston I’m sorry to disappoint, but if you pay to see MVP walk into Full Throttle with his title – I’m afraid to say that you won’t see him walking out with it. Thing is, now that I’ve got my chance, one on one, fair and square, there isn’t a damn way you can wriggle out of losing that title to me this time.

MVP – Fair and square? Fair and square?! You call the champ having to defend his title against the bosses hand-picked challenger, and his buddy as referee? People like me, winners, don’t call that fair and square, we call it bull shit. Maybe one day when you become a champion, you’ll understand about it Christian. But until that day comes, you can ride the free passes that PAL Heyman gives you for the rest of your career – but one day, when your sick, dieing, and on your death bed and your life flashes before your eyes – you’ll know that you didn’t deserve any of what you got! This title here – MINE! These people – wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for ME! Ratings for wrestling have been at a recent-high – all … down … to ME!

The champion is now in the drivers seat, or so he thinks, chewing his gum evers-so confidently.

MVP – WAPW was built around me, and for me not to hold its title – would be the end of this company. I hold the key to the gates of success, and at Full Throttle, I’m not about to let you in.

Christian considers MVP’s sentiments, pausing, before replying.

Christian – Montel, at Full Throttle you don’t need to surrender the keys to the gates of success. You don’t need to lay down and surrender the title – because I … will … TAKE it! For me, the title belts are all about the sucess. It was never about the ratings for me, and it never will be. I could have cared less whether it was a 1.1, a 1.2, or even a 4.3. Champ, later on tonight when you go home to your nice, big, expensive house in LA, when you lay down to sleep with your title belt – savour it. Savour the moments that you have left, because at Full Throttle it’s going to belong to me! My career, my journey, my odyssey has lead me to WAPW. I’ve been around the block in WWE and TNA but now finally my career can finally culminate in winning the big one. The WAPW title is the one belt of which I crave, of which I NEED. As a wrestler, this is what it’s about.

Christian extends his right-index finger, tapping MVP’s belt with it. The champion takes a step back, wiping the title ‘clean’. There is another long pause, Orton-style, and the mood changes in Christian’s tone.

Christian – To come to WAPW was a big risk. Not only was it a big risk for Paul Heyman, but it was also a big risk for me. As I sat myself down with my wife I had to make a decision. Do I take the contract at TNA, sign it and spend the rest of my career working for Jeff Jarrett? Do I accept the offer which Vince McMahon and the WWE have offered me? To come to WAPW I risked jumping onto a failing project, one which could collapse and one which could die at any moment. But after signing, the first WAPW Hazard show I stood there infront of 10,000 screaming fans and I knew at that point that this was the right decision. I knew, and I still know, that this is the place to be.

He points down to the mat, garnering applause.

Christian – That’s why, MVP, that the title you have is the title to have. At Full Throttle, it’s all about reaching the pinnacle of my career.

MVP and Christian lock eyes on eachother, stopping a couple times to look around the crowd. The long period of silence continues, serving the purpose of building anticipation.

Christian – I’ve said all I needed to say. You’ve said what you needed to say. Bret’s done talking, I say the only thing left before Full Throttle … … … is a handshake.

MVP looks questioningly at Cage, and rightfully so. The champion mouths ‘What’ to him, not believing what he has heard. Christian extends his hand to MVP who looks at it like it were a ticking time-bomb. Seconds pass and Christian’s hand is still extended, both men looking eachother in the eyes with a steely determination evident for all to say. Eventually – THE CHAMPION ACCEPTS, shaking his hand, all the while keeping his eyes on Cage.

Joey Styles –What a way for Christian to sign off here on Hazard before Full Throttle, what a great sport he is.

After shaking, they stop, hands still locked tight on eachother. MVP is the first to make the move away, turning his back to Christian – but then suddenly turning back and SWINGING FOR HIM!! Luckily, the challenger telegraphs it perfectly, and in one movement he turns it into an EPIC unprettier!!! The crowd rapturously applaud and pop, as Christian stands over MVP’s downed-self. Bret bends down to pick up the title belt lying next to MVP, looking at it respectfully before handing it to Christian. Cage grins, accepting it, looking at it soulfully and running his finger over the eagle indentations. Afterwards, he places it beside MVP once again.

We go off air for the final time before Full Throttle with Christian and Bret standing alongside eachother over MVP and the title belt.


Fin.


Final Card for Full Throttle – Sunday, March 23, 2009
WAPW title: MVP (c) vs. Christian Cage
North American title: Goldberg vs. Elijah Burke (c)
Tag-team titles: Strong & Aries vs. Team 3D (c) – Ladder match?
Alex Shelley vs. Rey Mysterio
Mr. Kennedy vs. Abyss
Cruiserweight title: Teddy Hart (c) vs. Puma vs. Mistico
Brent Albright vs. Ken Doane
The Briscoes vs. The Natural Franchise


Booker's Note - Wow, will be interesting to read feedback for this show. It's either going to be the best show I've written, or the worst I think. Been spaced out over a very long period of time due to time constraints. Oh, and the above 'Card' is the latest feature to be taken from Szumi (disclaimer). :p
 
#98 ·
Re: Paul Heyman's World Alliance of Professional Wrestling!

Hazard Feedback

Hey jobber. ;)

Not a big fan of Striker trying to heel it up to the max at the start here. Bagging out his fellow commentator is not something he does. He’s not a heel really as a commentator and he certainly doesn’t need to be. The constant digs at Joey were kinda just annoying, tbh. Saying he likes men is a bit odd when he commentates wrestling too, btw.

Zomfg bewbs. Goldberg seemed a little tame against Hoyt. I mean, I’m alright with Hoyt having a little offence, but Goldberg only hit some shoulder thrusts, a superplex which seemed like an odd choice for a move, and a spear. While it shows off his power in a way, I think Hoyt looked maybe a little too strong here. Seeing The Berg being kept down by Hoyt will give Burke confidence when he should be fearing the impending assault from Goldberg. While Burke interference was the way to go, he should have led to the DQ by attempting to brutalise Goldberg, not Doane. I kniow it fits in with Doane’s character, but having Burke come down and beat the absolute snot through Berg with a chair would have shown Burke’s desperation to try to stop him. This was the same sort of thing, just with a weaker message.

Nice hype job for Adrenaline. Needs to be done, and it’s been done well.

Mitchell was very good, even if it started off as a ‘This Is Your Life’ type deal. You’ve got his character going well, and you’ve really hammered home what type of a person he is, which is really, really good. Kennedy on the other hand tried to be jovial and funny, but he just came off sounding like a bit of a jackass tbh. You’ve done better with him before. I just think you’re trying to be too funny, when you don’t need to be. All you need to worry about is capturing his character, and not trying to face him up so much that he’s throwing out shitty insults left and right. Chunk-ass wasn’t good, and it’s definitely not something he’d say since I’ve sure as hell never heard of it. An English insult, perhaps? You announced the big match for the Pay-Per-View, but outside of that, not a fan of the Kennedy part. You’re better off with him as a an absolute heel or not such a softcock, trust me.

Simple but intense from Goldberg. Pretty much what he needs to be too. He’s best in short bursts, whether it be in the ring or on the stick.

Cabana was oretty damn funny in this promo. Laughed at the mention of the Red Sox as a hockey team, as well as him speaking French to Jay’s Spanish, and calling the French guys Italian. Street Inc were pretty good for character and dialogue as well, so this was a more than just an average promo. Quite impressed, really. Good job. Only thing that bothers me is why on the previw you advertised it as a six man tag when it was still a tag match at that point. ;)

I’m split on how you’ve made Colt an absolute buffoon. On one hand, it can be pretty damn funny (I laughed at him failing to slide into the ring), but on the other hand, he can be funny at the same time as showing that he’s talented. It kinda bothers me that you had a six man tag match where two men never saw the light of day (one from each team), especially a heel when heels are meant to tag very regularly as part of tag team wrestling psychology. Cabana suddenly just being tired seems a little stupid, but whatever. I don’t know if this is a Street Inc heel turn or what, but whatever.

Good to see you heavily featuring Hart tonight since the cruiserweights have kinda fallen off the map lately. Fix that tonight, plz.

Noble talked in what I’d say is a bit too much of a civilised way for his character. The intensity that was needed picked up at the end, but before that it was kinda meh. Too generic of a promo really when you can do a bit more with Noble.

Christopher Daniels, plz. The Shelley dressing up stuff here is pretty smart. It’s cheap heat, sure, but it’s something you don’t see too often, so it’s all good. Props for that. :lmao @ him shoving the kid too. Absolute ownage. Shelley imitating Rey’s offence too was good stuff, and it works well against your jobber. The cheap heat again from Shelley after Rey ran in by basically owning his mask is really top stuff. You write Shelley well in terms of character. As far as this gothic stable goes, at least you’re using Paul London, since he owns and stuffs.

:lmao @ the crate. Reminded me of when I used to watch Looney Tunes when I was little.

Liked that you acknowledged that neither of these teams are really over. You’re building them up and getting their names out there by putting them on TV every week, which is good. Would’ve marked for the Jay Driller, tbh. I think this match could have also done with a few more minutes, as The Briscoes will get a chance to get more over if you show the ‘crowd’ what they can do, which is a fair bit (besides just no selling that is). The aftermath here seemed quite sloppy, and I couldn’t see it working too well. The image in my head was really hard to capture.

Kinda disappointed you don’t let Doane speak since he carries himself on the mic well, but the character you’ve got going for him is definitely interesting. You’ve given him a real edge and made him look good, which is great. Albright’s alive? That’s a shock. :side: Not liking random filler matches with no real story on Pay-Per-View, as they may as well be on here. Matches on Pay-Per-View should always have some type of a build behind them, imo. I don’t like the TNA way of just getting everyone on there for the sake of it.

After both of these men haven’t done much lately, it’s good to see them on the show. I don’t know about main event, as while it is a champion vs champion match, you acknowledged Noble getting next to no reaction, and that certainly isn’t good for a main eventer. Nice heelish stuff from hart right from the start, not wanting to shake hands. While it’s good to see this match get some good time, I would’ve preferred to have seen Noble go for the cover after the Brainbuster, as well as not seen interference in the end of the match, since it kinda leads to a letdown for it to be a screwy finish, especially after Noble made it seem like the match meant oh so much. If you hadn’t have mentioned why Red and Puma got revenge on Hart at the end, I wouldn’t have known. This ‘feud’ has definitely lacked steam/exposure.

While Hart lacks charisma, you started this off well. I actually like the tune you’re playing with Hart. It makes sense, and it’s giving him material to actually use, instead of just being old, boring Bret. The playing on the relationships of MVP and Cage with Bret was good, as it shows exactly while MVP should be worried (even though you botched it slightly when Bret was talking about MVP the person :p). You smartly hyped MVP up a lot with this promo, really building him up, which he needed after losing last week. MVP coming out and being an instant dick was good. Rather ftw, tbh. Also liked the cheap heat tactics, because it reminds me of the MVP of old (not the gay WWE one we have atm). MVP carried himself pretty well for the rest of the bit, before Cage introduces himself well. Cage playing all face-like was pretty nicely done, as it’s somewhat similar to what we see from him irl. The exchange between MVP and Cage was ehh, not too bad, not too good. It was solid though. The ending was probably the best way to go out before the Pay-Per-View, with the last picture painted what you should’ve done; Cage and Hart standing above MVP. Pretty good way to end the show.


Overall, again this wasn’t your best show, but it wasn’t your worst. It lacked hype for Gen Ex vs Team 3D, which really should have topped off their feud, considering it’s probably been one of the best feuds you’ve had going. Outside of that, it was up and down, with some good bits and some lesser bits. Hoping the PPV pays off for you, as you’ve done pretty well to get to your second. Get the PPV up this year plz. <3
 
#100 ·
Re: Paul Heyman's World Alliance of Professional Wrestling!

I'm alive. Schools done, so expect me to be more active. Expect me to be posting more efficiently and to be returning all reviews and feedback. Oh, and this thread is officially #9 on the forum in the mega-standings, so thank you to those who voted!


WAPW Adrenaline: Quick Results

- Reid Flair def. Eddie Edwards @ 6 minutes (Before the match Flair came out dressed in a red-robe, sporting newly bleached-blonde hair. He cut a short promo stating that as the old saying goes ‘To be the man, you have to beat the man’. He then stated that every week he will offer anybody across the world a chance to be the man, in the ‘To be the man challenge’.

- Tyler Blaze def. Kenny Omega @ 11 minutes


WAPW In Talks With Ric Flair

Gerweck.net can officially reveal that 16 time World-champion and wrestling legend Ric Flair is in contractual talks with the World Alliance of Professional Wrestling. For weeks there has been constant speculation surrounding Flair, 60, and a possible deal. Discussions are said to be at preliminary stages only, but both sides are reportedly keen to work out some sort of agreement, be it a short-term or long-term deal.

We’re hearing from Flair’s side, that he is interested in return to the ring competitively. It is less than 12 months removed from Flair’s ‘final’ match and goodbye ceremony, but he has supposedly got the itch to get back. He is also we understand suffering financially and has approached both WWE and WAPW about returning in any capacity. Whilst no one has heard WA’s take on this, one has to wonder what role Naitch will fill if he indeed signs.

Flair still has two weeks remaining on his WWE contract which while it doesn’t obligate him to appear on-screen for the ‘E, does keep him from appearing for either TNA or WAPW.


Television Ratings

WAPW Hazard –
25/2 (4.4)
4/3 (4.0)
11/3 (4.1)
18/3 (4.4)

WWE Raw –
23/2 (4.1)
2/3 (3.8)
9/3 (3.8)
16/3 (3.6)

TNA Impact –
26/2 (1.2)
5/3 (1.3)
12/3 (1.2)
19/3 (1.2)


WAPW/Azrael

The previous two editions of Hazard have featured the hyping of the debut of ‘Azrael’ on the post-Full Throttle show. Surpsigingly, nobody has caught wind of who will be playing the role, or even if WAPW have decided on whom. One name being tossed around and rumoured is that of Ryan Wilson, better known as ‘Trytan’ from TNA. Wilson recently signed a deal following a stint in OVW and has yet to be featured on television.

Regardless of who he is, we know that he will be leading a gothic faction including Paul London, David ‘Gangrel’ Heath and Matt Michaels. Paul, David and Mathew were three of Jesus’ disciples in biblical terms, whilst the name Azrael in mythology is that of God’s avenger.

Interestingly enough, on the subject of David Heath, White Wolf Inc, owners of the ‘Gangrel’ name and likeness, are letting WAPW use the term. White Wolf are currently in court with WWE over trademark infringement and are attempting to sue them for misuse dating back to Heath’s 2004 return to WWE.
 
#102 ·
Re: Paul Heyman's World Alliance of Professional Wrestling!

Good to see you. <3

OMEGA IS AMAZING~! Up to the main roster, mega-push to the stars, plz. Seriously, if you do, you'll be like my God or something. idrc about Reid Flair, but Omega is the man.

Looks like you're going to bring Reid up to the main roster with Ric as his manager. Could be interesting, though you already have a pretty packed undercard.

What a surprise that you're winning the ratings. :side:

If it's Trytan, I'll refuse to read anymore. This guy has no character and no talent. God, I remember watching him in TNA. I felt bad for Simon Diamond when he had to manage him.


PPV up soon plz. kthnxbai
 
#103 ·
Re: Paul Heyman's World Alliance of Professional Wrestling!

Thanks for the feedback on the notes, guys. Just to say that I'm working on Full Throttle and it will be up today if all goes to plan. I've lost the memory stick with all of the individual match notes and such on, so that is what's slowing me down. Anyways, expect thing's to pick up in this thread, now that school's out for the summer (and forever). ;)
 
#105 ·
Re: Paul Heyman's World Alliance of Professional Wrestling!




WAPW presents Full Throttle
Mississippi Coast Coliseum, Mississipoi
Attendance – 9,500

Full Throttle marked the two-month anniversary of WAPW programming, and in a sold-out Mississippi Coast Coliseum 9,500 fans were on hand to witness it! Four of the WA’s five titles were on the line, with the main-event spot taken by the World title match, officiated by Bret Hart – and nobody could have predicted what would unfold!

Following the typically long pyrotechnics display FT’s theme song blared throughout the arena, ‘The Bleeding’ by Five Finger Death Punch. After pumping the crowd up Joey Styles and Matt Striker introduce the fans as per normal, dressed over-so elegantly with bow-tie suits – after all, it’s PPV time baby!

Match One – The Briscoes vs. The Natural Franchise.
Heading into Full Throttle it seemed like a match between Jay Briscoe and Chase Stevens was on the cards. After all, up until last Wednesday, Douglas and Mark were more interested in settling their partners’ differences calmly and without physical conflict. As fate had it though, Andy Douglas decided to get in on the action, low blowing Mark Briscoe from behind and making this a fully-fledged tag-team feud.
With tempers simmering in the build-up, both teams emerged looking calm and collected. After all, neither could afford to get too emotional and risk losing the match-up. The Briscoes were at their hard-hitting best, whilst Chase and Andy employed their fast-paced repertoire to considerable effect. In all this tag-team match was an exciting opener and the outcome came down simply to who was the better team on the night. With Mark and Chase brawling on the outside, it left Jay the perfect opportunity to quickly size up Andy Douglas for the double-underhook piledriver, known as the Jay Driller in a past-paced end to the bout!
Following the match-up both The Briscoes and The Natural Franchise took their place in the corners of the ring, Jay and Mark celebrating and motioning that they wanted gold, whilst Chase consoles and tends to Andy. The mood suddenly shifted to anticipation and expectation, as both Mark and Jay made their way over to their opponents. Andy, on his knees, slowly got up and looked tentatively into the eyes of both of them, fearing the worst. To their surprise, both Briscoes extend their hands in respect. Chase hobbled up and shook both mens hands, as did his partner. As Mark and Jay turned away to exit the ring however, they soon turn straight back around and hit simultaneous running single-legged dropkicks!! The Natural Franchise rolled out under the ropes as The Briscoes celebrate again, bearing huge, not-so-toothy grins (in Mark’s case).
Winners @ 8.30 mins – The Briscoes

Match Two – 'Anti Saint' Ken Doane vs. Brent Albright.
A short video package narrated by Joey Styles of last week was all the hype this match needed, after all, this bout was all about respect and finding out just who was the better man. After three huge wins over Abyss, Brent Albright had somewhat fallen off the radar, suffering a slight tendon injury in his bicep, and as a result was unseen up until last Wednesday's Hazard. Doane on the other hand has been in the thick of everything, displaying his obvious talent and potential, but also a vicious mean-streak and over-agressiveness of which cost him his match with Goldberg on Hazard. With manager Jake Roberts trying to straighten him out and get the best out of him, a match with someone as intense and agressive as Albright was probably just what the doctor ordered.
Both men started off this match exchanging blistering chops, a testement to what the rest of this match would be about. Fought at a slow, but hard-hitting pace, Albright would try to keep The Antisaint from building up his devestating momentum, and instead work on his own. As the contest progressed Jake Roberts would be yelling persistently, ordering Doane to change his style and to calm himself. After cornering the referee and berating him, The Snake hobbled up onto the apron and attempted in vain to calm his protoge down once again. This didn't turn out too well however, as Albright would spring up and dropkick Doane into his manager, sending him down onto the mat below! This allowed Albright to hit three german suplexes, one devestating one after another, before taking him down with the crowbar!! It was mere seconds before the Antisaint was forced to submit, with Albright roaring ferociously after and beating his chest.
As Doane came around in the ring, clutching at his clearly-injured arm, Shane Douglas approached the winner on the ramp, asking him for his thoughts, to which Albright exclaimed that "this is the start of Brent Albright's journey to the top", and that he'll "stop at nothing until he is recognised as the best in the entire world". After heading off following his brief but intense comments, the focus shifted to the ring where Jake Roberts would stare into the eyes of his young man. Similar to what went down backstage at Hazard, Roberts unloaded furiously, shouting and abusing Doane verbally. After Doane, though visibly shaking and trying to keep his anger in check, stayed calm, he is rocked with a HUGE slap to the face! This seemed to be the ignition to his fuse as he would proceed to deliver a stern kick to the gut and follow it up with the forward-jumping DDT on his manager!! Is this the end to their short relationship together?!
Winner @ 11.49 mins – Brent Albright

Following our second contest of the night the fans in attendance are treated to a four minute performance by Rev Theory! Howard Finkel introduces the very band responsible for 'Hell Yeah', them song of Hazard, come out to a good reception, all walking down towards the ring where a 'stage' has been constructed. Rich Luzzi - Vocals, Julien Jorgensen - Rhythm Guitar, Rikki Lixx - Lead Guitar, Matt McCloskey - Bass Guitar/Backing Vocals and Dave Agoglia - Drums all wave to the fans before readying themselves for the performance. Luzzi informs us that this song is called "Light It Up":

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6lEhfL5bboc

The band exits to good applause with smiles on their faces, as the ring crew promptly clear the area of amplifiers and the drum set. Whilst they do this a video package airs for the next match, detailing all three mens WAPW story so far - Puma, Teddy Hart & Mistico.

Match Three – Teddy Hart (c) vs. Mistico vs. Puma - Cruiserweight Title Match
WAPW's two month aniversary also serves as the two-month anniversary of Teddy Hart's Cruiserweight title reign. After winning a six-man gauntlet in the first-ever main-event of Hazard, he captured the gold, overcoming both of his Full Throttle opponents in the process, though techinically he only pinned a tired and beaten up Paul London. There is a lot of doubt and a lot to prove to the world that he realy does deserve to be champion. He claims to have the 'Hart' of a champion, will he show it? Mistico in his first two months has shown just why he is so highly-regarded across the world of pro-wrestling, though unsucessfull in some endavours, this match was a golden opportunity to grab the brass ring. Puma, like Mistico, has shown in his bouts that he is an exciting performer, but as of yet hasn't shown a winning mentality. Mainly due to bad luck and tough opponents, but a title match is surely one he couldn't waste.
The bout unsurprisingly started off with Mistico and Puma doubling up on the champion, taking him out of the fray before ultimately tangling with eachother. The exciting masked-men dazzled the fans in attendance and across the world, garnering a loud 'holy shit' chant upon a top rope tope` from Puma out onto Teddy Hart. Mistico would follow this up with an equally amazing asia moonsault onto the two of them!! The match would drag on and ultimately slow down. Towards the fifteen minute mark all three competitors are tiring. If any one of them looked like the winner at that moment, it was the Mexican Mistico. Would the outcome go in his favour? Sadly, no. With Hart and Puma exchanging punches next to the ropes, Mistico sensed opportunity, charing at the two of them, only to be sent up and over the ropes onto the protective matting below! This allowed Hart to take advantage, seeing Puma peer through the ropes to check on his buddy, and lifting him up from behind in a back-suplex position and then turning it into a hard-neck breaker!! After climbing the top rope and ordering the referee to leave Mistico and get back into the ring, he ended the bout with a typically perfect shooting-star-press!
Winner @ 15.14 mins – Teddy Hart (c)

Match Four – Mr. Kennedy vs. Abyss.
The next match on the Full Throttle card really was personal. The weeks leading up to this bout were of Mr. Kennedy's quest for redemption, after Abyss, distraight from losing to Brent Albright at Battle Lines, cost Kennedy his title match. Ever since the first-ever WAPW PPV the fans have witnessed a new dimension to Kennedy; a more focused and determined side to the usually jovial 'Special K'. His weapon of choice was mind-games, getting inside the head of his opponent on Hazard numerous times, and hoping that it would all pay off on PPV.
The match kicked off on the right note, as Kennedy met Abyss on the ramp and attacked from straight away, looking to exact any measure of revenge that he could. Before long the brawl became Abyss', as he tossed his opponent into the security railing, ring post, and then the steel-steps. From this point onwards Kennedy would favour his left shoulder in the match, giving the Monster even more means to target. The match was never going to be pretty; Kennedy's arsenal shortened even more due to injury, and the offense of both men came in short bursts, neither able to establish a run of dominance until the end. With Abyss firmly in control having dropped Kennedy with a gorrila press, the shoulder was giving K some serious grief. The end was a foregone conclusion, Abyss tossing Kennedy into the ropes and meeting him with a rather-awkard looking black-hole slam! 1,2,3...
As James Mitchell entered the ring to celebrate with his son, EMT's hurried down to ringside with a stretcher at the ready. Three enter the ring and surround Kennedy, examining his shoulder. Abyss is in no mood for compassion, as he picks one up by the back of the neck and tosses her across the ring, then booting the other two away and out of the ring. Abyss then kneels over Kennedy, beating him down with hammer-fists to the face, drawing blood eventually after a relentless assault. Nine security guards were the only means of stopping Kennedy from getting anihalated, cordening him off and allowing the shaken EMT's to do their job.
Winner @ 7.43 mins – Abyss

In a strange turn of events, a gothically-dressed Matt Michaels makes his way to the ring amidst the growing concern for Kennedy. He makes his way through the EMT's and squats over the injured wrestler who is layn back on the stretcher. The deranged Michaels leans down to the face of Kennedy and begins seemingly whispering in his ear, apparently warning once again of 'Azraels' arrival next week. After speaking to Kennedy he turns his attention to the medical staff, frantically trying to warn them, grabbing and shaking them. Soon though, he notices the two figures of David 'Gangrel' Heath and Paul London coming down towards him. They grab him by the hair simultaneously and escort him to the back, not saying a word. Michaels doesn't struggle...

Match Five – Alex Shelley vs. Rey Mysterio.
Last month at Battle Lines these two men went to war and stole the show. At Full Throttle, the feud has only intensified thanks to the actions of one Alex Shelley. After unmasking Rey on an edition of Hazard, Shelley has since paraded the mask as if it were his own - disrespecting Rey an his heritage constantly, and all the while dodging him at any cost. Their match on PPV would serve as the culmination of the last four weeks, and a chance for Rey to pick up his second win over Alex.
After emerging from the back wearing another Rey Mysterio mask, as well as his hand-written 'tatoos', Rey kept his calm. Shelley entered the ring and performed all of the Rey Mysterio mannerisms, taunting him. When the bell finally rang, Alex and Rey stand face to face. Shelley slowly guides his hands to his head and feigns pulling off the mask, but catches Mysterio off-guard with a kick to the gut. The match started out just how the youngster from Detroit had planned, and when it was all said and done - ended like it. Between beginning and end was sixteen minutes of excitement, possibly topping their first outing on PPV. The crowd were into this match and were eating up what both men had to offer in the ring. Shelley's technical prowess was matched by Rey's athleticism and sheer wiliness of which a near twenty year veteran should possess. Half-way through the fifteenth minute, Rey found himself with momentum behind him, taking Shelley down onto the ropes with a leg-sweep. As he geared up for the 619 though he was greeted by a harsh lowblow, one which the referee missed. As Rey dropped to his knees, Shelley sat up against the ropes and caught his breath. As he came around Rey's pal Mistico made his way down to ringside to keep an eye on things. Alex and Rey would trade forearms over in the far-side of the ring, but the momentum of Rey was broken up this time by an eye-rake! This prompted Mistico to hop up onto the apron in protest, but Shelley would use this to his advantage, irish whipping Mysterio towards him and sending him crashing into him! As Mistico fell to the floor, Rey wobbled groggily, completely open for Alex' side-diving roll-up. Shelley bent the legs of Rey vertically and placed all his weight onto him, trying to keep him down, and as the referee went down to count also propped both legs up onto the top rope for leverage! 1,2,3! It all happened so fast, and Shelley couldn't quite believe it, immediately exiting the ring from Mistico and making his way up onto the ramp, falling in delight and sitting there with 'his' TNA X-division title with his mouth wide open through tiredness. As Rey sat in the centre of the ring shaking his head, he was joined by Mistico who appeared to apologise. Rey patted him on the back and the two embraced in a hug. As Alex was standing at the top of the ramp he tapped himself on the side of the head, clearly proud of his brain-power.
Winner @ 16.06 mins – Alex Shelley

Match Six – Gen Ex (Aries/Strong) vs. Team 3D (c) - Tag Team Title | Ladder Match
Earlier in the night, following the second contest of the night, 'Cousin' Eddie Kingston was approached backstage by Jack Evans, Roderick Strong and Austin Aries. When asked 'what the hell those clowns wanted', Kingston was given a proposition - that if he helped Gen Ex to score the titles tonight, he'd be put in place as a member of Gen Ex and under the wing of MVP and courtesy of the champion, $30k in cash and a WAPW title shot at a later date. Kingston couldn't believe the gall that they had to ask him to turn on his own family, as he left the scene...
The build-up to this match has been on slow-boil. After a chaotic first month featuring the debuts of Spike Dudley and Eddie Kingston, both Team 3D and Gen Ex sought after the tag-team gold. Both sides are said to have been training intensively for this high-risk ladder match for the past two weeks, explaining why neither were seen on Hazard and not due to a negligent writer.
Favourites for this bout, despite TLC and Ladder experience, were the younger more athletic team of Gen Ex. The veterans knew they had an up-hill, or ladder, struggle to hold on to those WAPW tag team titles, that sit so pretty on their shoulders. 3D made a calm entrance to the ring, surveying the many ladders that were methodically placed around the ring. Gen Ex seemed to radiate confidence, not phased by the obstacles at all. The carnage that ensued was as expected, with the crowd popping BIG for the first glimpse of a ladder coming into play after all of four minutes. Several unique stunts were performed in the early-going and during the entirety of this championship contest, one of which including (towards the very end) a bubba bomb from the top rope on Austin Aries, ONTO Roderick Strong who was sandwiched between two ladders. This amongst others, resulted in great fan reaction. That particular stunt though a defining moment in the match, one way or the other. As Ray took Roderick Strong to the outside and brawled with him, Brother Devon placed a HUGE ladder in the centre of the ring and went about going for the titles once more, this time, with a little for effect. Outside the ring lets remember, that four tables are stacked next-to and on-top of eachother, with carnage just waiting around the corner. As Devon ascended ever-so slowly up the "ZOMG 20 FOOT LADDER!1!",who else but Cousin Eddie made his way down to the ring, stepping into the ring and seemingly watching guard and protecting his cousin from Gen Ex. As Devon placed a hand on the leather strap, he was stunned - watching on in complete horror as Eddie grabbed a hold of the ladder and proceeded to dump it and Devon out of the ring and THROUGH THE TABLES!!! The pause was as expected, Eddie watching on, seemingly bearing mixed-emotions and regret. As Ray entered the ring he was downed after a colossal punch-up with a SPINNING BACK-FIST!! This sent Ray down (and out), and allowed Kingston to place Aries onto his shoulders and climb the huge frame with him, edging him closer and closer, before finally he grabs the belts!
As The Ex level played through the speakers, it was music to the ears of all three men. Austin would perch himself on top of the ladder, seated, and raising the title belt high into the air. He and Roderick would go on to celebrate up on the ramp with their new associate seemingly, Eddie Kingston (looking remorseful,tbf). EMT's are seeing to Devon, as is Ray who looks concerned for his Brother. Jack Evans over-enthusiastically greets his comrades on the ramp, leaping into the arms of Kingston, who gives him an odd look before dropping him on his back.
Winner @ 15.46 mins – NEW TAG-TEAM CHAMPIONS; Gen Ex

Match Seven – Goldberg vs. Elijah Burke (c) - North American Title
This feud began rather inadvertently, with Elijah Burke doing MVP's bidding by injuring Goldberg and making sure that he couldn't compete in a match. Four weeks later and Goldberg has finally got Burke where he wants him, after numerous close encounters. The title seemed almost secondary to the emotion, though 'Berg has made no bones about his intentions to take all that Burke has. Last week on Hazard was the final straw, as Paul Heyman made the title match official after Goldy' defeated both Sugar Daddy Lance and Ken Doane.
The focus in Goldberg’s eyes was evident, performing his trademark entrance of walking through his pyrotechnic display, all the while keeping his eyes locked on those of Elijah Burke. As Bergs stepped through the ropes he was attacked immediately by the champion, feeling the force of several clubs to the back. Eventually the former football player for Atlanta pushed his rival away, before charging at him with a spear from out of nowhere!! Burke immediately retreated, rolling out of the ring for a breather. The referee counted to 5 before Goldberg came out, seeing that Elijah didn’t make any real attempt to break the count. Burke soon lead Goldberg on a chase around the ring before sliding in and then getting the advantage. The positive start for Burke was promising but the explosiveness of Goldberg ensured that it couldn’t last long, countering a spell of domination in the sixth minute by lifting the on-running Elijah Burke up for a gorrila press! This gave ‘Da Man’ the opportunity he needed, grabbing momentum by the throat and not letting go! Eventually after a quick-burst of assault, he lined him up for another spear!! Burke flew half the way across the ring into the ropes, before being covered, but fortunately for him and his title he lifted his left foot up onto the ropes. This broke the momentum – but not for long – as Goldberg pointed to the rafters and lined up a jackhammer! After waiting and waiting for Burke to rise, he nailed him with a hard kick to the gut and lifted him up high, walking around the ring before slamming him down with authority! Still fairly close to the ropes at this time, Goldberg sits, regaining his breath and composure before going for the cover, but some how Burke manages to roll two feet to his right and out of the ring. What followed was the deciding point of this title bout. At only seven minutes Elijah would stay out of the ring and avoid breaking the ten-count, staying down until five before seeing Goldberg get up and leer at him, challenging him to get back in. After making his way around to the bottom of the ramp he and Goldberg traded words, Burke shaking his head whilst clasping his injured ribs. At the eight count, Goldberg just had to get and out and break it, taking one step through the ropes only to be clobbered by Elijah, sending him back in. The referee soon counted to ten, and thus, Elijah retained by a count out victory for Goldberg.
Gen Ex greeted and escorted their man out of the ring-zone, whilst Goldberg stood looking pissed. He grabbed the referee by the shirt and began yelling at him, questioning why he let the champ weasel out like that. The aggression of Goldberg was just too much, as he flipped, grabbing the puny referee and slamming him down into the mat with the jackhammer. As his music hit, somewhat encouraging him to exit the scene, he left, grabbing the ring-bell-hammer from next to the announcers and making a beeline for the back!
Winner @ 7.29 mins – Goldberg (via Count Out)

Main Event – MVP (c) vs. Christian Cage w/ Bret Hart As Referee- North American Title
The war of words and cheap shots came to ahead in the much-anticipated main-event of WAPW Full Throttle. Following an epic six-minute video package detailing both mens journeys to this match, of which culminated with the still-image of Christian and Bret Hart raising hands above the downed figure of MVP, the wait was over. The camera followed both men from the dressing room all the way down to the ring. Bret Hart first, dressed in black and pink wrestling pants with a black and white referee's shirt was escorted down to ringside by WAPW promoter Paul Heyman. It was then that Howard Finkel stood in the ring, and waited for the two competitors arrivals, not announcing them, rather in true championship match fashion, waiting for them to enter the ring. After the long entrances and theatrics, the bell sounded, and the action began.
To say that both men were a little apprehensive in starting was an understatement; it started slow, and overall was a methodical, careful match-up through out. Of the two, Christian would look to excite the crowd and get them involved whenever he could, but MVP would look to stop the momentum dead in his tracks. After just two minutes Christian countered a head-lock into an Unprettier position and the match looked to hit boiling point in the very early going, but MVP snuck out and took a breather in the corner. The match would obviously pick up as time passed, and it wasn't long before Christian had the momentum on his side in a serious way; at nine minutes, after winning a battle of punches with a kick to the gut and hitting an inplant DDT - but the champion kicked out at two. The match continued in similar fashion, Christian seemed the more likely of the two to gain a win but the champion would continue to defy the odds, seemingly winning over the respect of more and more people as the bout went on. Don't discount the champion though, as it could have all ended at the fourteen minute mark, countering a inplant DDT into a playmaker!! Both were tired, and it took a while to cover him, but he only scored a two. The conclusion of a highly tense match came near the seventeen minute mark; courtesy of a referee bump~!! Bret Hart found himself downed after MVP pushed Christian forward after he attempted an unprettier. With Hart down, Christian continued, hitting the patented unprettier! 1...2...3.....4....5 - oh fuck it, we need a ref!! Mickey Rourke, the man in Christian's corner watching from ringside took it upon himself to hop the barrier and slide into the ring. When he did he made the count 1...2...NO! MVP kicked out. Christian would crouch down to try and bring Hart around, and he does to an extent, bringing Hart to his knees. As Christian turns to face his opponent, CRASH!!

Styles - W-What the? What?!

WHACK!!

Striker - What the hell is Mickey Rourke doing?!

As Cage turned around he walked straight into a boot to the crotch from his supposed buddy, Mickey Rourke, sending him to his knees in agony. Rourke follows it up with a harsh slap to the face, sending the challenger down onto his back. With Hart still groggy, pulling himself to his feet via the ropes, he looks Rourke in the eyes questioningly, not understanding why he just laid out Christian. Rourke grins, before helping MVP to his feet. The Hitman approached Rourke who hides behind the champion, who then tells Hart to follow the action. MVP raises Christian to his knees, before slinging his leg over the back of his neck and driving him into the mat with the playmaker! He goes for the cover ... ... ... Hart however stalls, refusing to count. This prompts the champion to swiftly get to his feet and yell at Bret telling him to count! Hart shakes his head and points to Rourke, before signalling for a DQ finish! He didn't want it to end in a pinfall loss for Cage, so instead the decision was of a DQ victory. MVP retained, but the fans were pissed, throwing garbage into the ring at MVP and Mickey Rourke. As the two scupper away and are escorted by Gen Ex, the show ends with Bret Hart consoling Christian, who is sitting in the middle of the ring with his head in his hands, and also MVP on the shoulders of Aries and Strong once more...
Winner @ 17.3o mins – Christian Cage (via Disqualification)
 
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Re: Paul Heyman's World Alliance of Professional Wrestling!

Two Big Injuries From WAPW Full Throttle

We're hearing that both Rey Mysterio and Ken Kennedy suffered injuries during last nights WAPW Full Throttle in in-ring competition.

Kennedy, renound for being rather injury-prone, is said to have re-injured his shoulder. It was visible during the match as it happened so early on, and caused the bout with Abyss to be cut short. He tried to work through the pain barrier but his use of that arm was severely limited. No word on how long he will be out for as of yet, but it's rumoured that it's nothing too long-term, but it seems like the end of his feud with Abyss.

Mysterio, like Kennedy, has re-injured himself, this time his knee. During his match with Alex Shelley he fell awkardly and aggravated a long-standing injury. It isn't said to be too serious, but it is believed that he will be out of action until at least Uprising, the next PPV in the WAPW schedule. Mistico is tipped to take Rey's place in the programme with Alex, and they have apparently been building up to it anyway. Expect the feud to continue with a Mistco-Shelley match at Uprising.


News On Ken Doane And The Status Of Jake Roberts

After attacking his manager, Jake 'The Snake' Roberts, last night at Full Throttle, some believe that Ken Doane's time under his wing has come to an abrupt end. However, it is said that the 'attack' was a spur of the moment thing on Doane's part and one of which that is used to get over his gimmick of a loose-cannon.

Intrestingly enough, both Paul Heyman and head-booker John Walters have Doane down for a potential 'Stone Cold' Steve Austin babyface in the future, though right now they are happy with how over he is as a heel, and are comparing him to Ken Shamrock.

Roberts is still struggling with alcoholism to this day, and there is growing concern in the back that they may have to cut him from Doane's programme before long if it continues. He has apparently shown up late at least once, and intoxicated on one occasion, which lead to his appearance on Hazard being bumped up the card whilst he sobered up. Doane though rcently said that he's enjoying working with him and the direction that his character is taking.


WAPW / Rev Theory Update

Following last nights live performance from rock-band Rev. Theory, WAPW officials have decided that from now on they will be holding a live performance every month at the PPV. This follows two Rev. Theory performances, the first being on the opening edition of Hazard. Names are already being tossed around as to who will perform next, and it is expected to be the artist(s) who lend WAPW the Uprising theme song. WAPW so far have demonstrated a trait for hard-rock bands, like WWE, and it wouldn't be surprising to see it continue.


WAPW / Brian Danielson News

After over two months of tentative negotiating between Brian Danielson and WA', it is thought that both parties are ready to get serious. Danielson originally looked set to continue with a comfortable indy schedule, but is apparently being offered big money by Paul Heyman's group.

The American Dragon is currently competing in Ring Of Honor, Pro Wrestling Guerilla and various Japanese Promotions in the same way he has been for the entierty of his career. After interest from WWE and TNA in the past, WAPW's is said to be interesting him, with both their style and the guys in the lockerrom appealing to him.

WAPW owner Michael Morton is looking for big names from WWE and TNA to sign, but Heyman currently is concentrating on other talents, reportedly including Davey Richards of ROH.
 
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Re: Paul Heyman's World Alliance of Professional Wrestling!

Good to hear you're sticking with this my friend. I know how easy it is to loose interest and motivation. In regards to the long term booking hindering you, I'd advise you not to book long term, but in quarters. 3 month periods of time. that's what I tend to do and I don't get overwhelmed by the task at hand, or frustrated by the fact I'm moving too slowly. I'm just getting into the project, doing some back reading as I'm off worth right now, so for that reason alone you're obligated to continue... lol.
 
#113 ·
Re: Paul Heyman's World Alliance of Professional Wrestling!

Sup?

Business as usual. Expect more shows, more often. I've had my mini-break from writing and I've gotta say I feel good about BTB again. This weeks show is part of the Crossing Borders tour and is held in Mexico. The next three shows will also be held overseas (Japan, England and India). Hope you enjoy it. It might not be my finest work but all I'm worried about it getting back into the flow. Oh, and excuse any errors with the layout.







World Alliance Professional Wrestling presentsHAZARD!
Wednesday 25th March 2009
Arena Mexico, Mexico


Full Throttle:
Hazard kicks off in the form of a video package, highlighting the main-event from Sundays PPV Full Throttle! After going through each match individually, starting with The Briscoes vs. The Natural Franchise, it would show the big spots and finishes from each match along with any aftermath. After an extended showing of Goldberg vs. Elijah Burke in a title match, in which Elijah Burke purposely got himself counted out, the package his overdrive with the main-event. After showing clips of the entrances it kicked into gear with dramatic, back and forth highlights leading up to the seventeen minute mark. Up until this point, Christian had come close on numerous occasions, and was looking the man to win. However it didn't go his way, as courtesy of a Mickey Rourke swerve ~ ! With Bret Hart knocked down temporarily, Mickey Rourke made his way into to the ring, seemingly to aid Christian, but instead turning and nailing him with a punch to the jaw! This is followed up by a boot to the crotch, and then a playmaker from MVP! Bret Hart, disgusted, would make the bold decision to refuse to make the pin-count, and instead disqualify the champion. The show ends with Bret consoling Christian, and MVP on the shoulders of Gen Ex, holding the title belt aloft!

*OPENING VIDEO - 'HELL YEAH'*

*PYRO*

|Live Arena| After an impressive pyro display and the extra-long surveying of an insane Mexican crowd, we pan to the broadcast booth where our team of Joey Styles and Matt Striker gear us up for tonight’s show!

Joey Styles – Hello everybody and welcome – to Wednesday Night Hazard! We're coming to you LIVE as part of the 'Crossing Borders' tour from the world famous Arena Mexico in the heart-land of professional wrestling here in Mexic...

Before Styles can continue introducing tonight’s show, the action begins as the camera fixates on the top of the entrance ramp where Goldberg has Elijah Burke by the hair, dragging him towards and up into the ring! The fans are going crazy already, as Goldberg demands a microphone, which is swiftly handed to him. With one hand he still has control of Burke, and with the other he puts the mic to his lips.

Bill Goldberg –Mexico, you see this?! Heyman, do you see this? I do, and there's somethin' deeply wrong about this picture, and that is that I am NOT the WAPW North-American champion!

The 'Berg breathes heavily into the microphone following his sentiments, listening to intense crowds cheers.

Bill Goldberg –Paul, you know I respect you and that I think that you're a good guy, and believe you me - Bill Goldberg doesn’t think that of too many people. I like you Paul, and I know that the last thing that you want on your show, especially one of the magnitude of this, is a champion in intensive care. So what I propose to you, to make this short and sweet, is you come out here as the boss of WAPW, and you order one of these men at ringisde to ring the bell, SO I CAN HAVE MY REMATCH!!

The fans are in mark-out mode, responding to an angry should-be champion. Heyman doesn't appear, all the while Goldberg maintains his tight grip around the braided hair of the champ.

Bill Goldberg –Okay, Paul, I asked nicely man. I asked real nice, so how about this, if the bell does not sound at your orders within ten seconds - I BREAK every BONE in this punks body!!!

'Berg drops the mic, conducting the crowds chant with his free hand, and with it he counts 1..2..3..4..5..6..7..8 - but with that, there is movement at the entrance way. Paul Heyman tentatively emerges from onto the top of the ramp, motioning with his hands for Goldberg to calm himself. He hurries himself down into the ring, receiving a microphone, looking at MVP before then setting his sight on 'Berg.

Paul Heyman –Bill, I appreciate the sentiments about us being friends, and your right, the last thing I want here in the Arena Mexico is a controversy surrounding an injured champion, so with that in my mind and before I do anything - I'm going to have to ask you to release Elijah Burke from your grasp.

Goldberg looks at Heyman, not with the anger, as that has subsided mostly, but with a sort of grin. He feels in control of the situation. After pausing, he violently pushes his nemesis to the mat. He clutches his head, crouching behind Heyman, a safe distance from Goldberg.

Paul Heyman –Thank you.

Bill Goldberg –Look man, enough of this alright, I've done what you've asked me to, so now you do - what I'm telling you to do.

Big pop from our foreign friends. Heyman looks at Goldberg as if he didn't hear him right, clearly unimpressed by being ordered around.

Bill Goldberg –There's no easy way to go about this, but I'll tell you one thing - there sure as hell is a right way. The only way for this to be settled, is for you to make the rematch - RIGHT HERE ... RIGHT NOW!!

Another huge pop from the fans, soaking in the WAPW action.

Paul Heyman –Bill, you're right. What went down at Full Throttle on Sunday night was WRONG, Bill, it was WRONG. As head of WAPW, the last thing I want on pay-per-view night is for the matches to be tainted, and Elijah - that's exactly what you did. Champ, you ruined one of the two main-events single-handedly, and in turn - spoiled the show. The only way to go about this IS a rematch, and I guess at some point in time, you're going to get it!

Elijah suddenly regains his motion, leaping to his feet and getting in the face of Heyman, pissed at the prospect of a match with Goldy. He soon retreats behind the boss when Bill takes a couple steps towards him.

Paul Heyman – Next we...

*5, 4, 3, 2, 1 - CHRISTIAN CAGE*

Joey Styles - Well here's another man who surely feels hard-done-by coming out of Full Throttle! The man who was SCREWED out of the WAPW World title belt by Mickey Rourke and MVP ... here comes Christian Cage!

Christian is all smiles for the foreign crowd, looking deep into the arena before slapping his chest three times. The Canadian then makes his way to the ring, climbing the steps and stepping through the ropes, immediately receiving a microphone and making a move towards the ropes, leaning over slightly and looking to the crowd.

Christian CageWell as great as it feels to be here in the capital of wrestling in MEXICO ...

The usual pop is given, before Cage continues.

Christian CageIt doesn't feel as great as it should, because of one thing and one thing only. And that is that I am NOT the WAPW champion. See Mexico, the night before Full Throttle, last Saturday, I was kicking back in my home state of Miami Florida ... originally of Canada, eh.

Ever patriotic, he humorously places his hand on his heart and pauses.

Christian CageI was kicking back as the number one contender should, my wife sat alongside me, and all that was running through my head was 'how should I celebrate my title victory after Full Throttle in Mexico?' It was bugging me that whole weekend, even up until my match. Should I ... have a victory parade? Ya know, an open-top bus drive me around the city? How about a commemorative celebratory evening, with confetti, a podium - maybe some champagne? It also occurred to me, 'why not have a live sex celebration'?

The crowd pops. Horny devils.

Christian CageSee while I never decided on how to celebrate, now, after what took place, it doesn't even matter. I went into Full Throttle with a game-plan, and that was to win the title. To an extent, it worked. I kicked MVP's ass all over the building and then some, but what I wasn't counting on was that traitorous ... conniving ...

Matt Striker –Uh oh.

Christian Cage... devious, piece of crap named MICKEY ROURKE.

Mexico pop at the mention of the heel. Bless 'em.

Christian CageWhat's done is done and I can't turn back time and do the match all over. BUT, what I will say, and this is directed straight to you Paul, is that I want my REMATCH!!

Heyman loosens the collar on his white buttoned shirt, takes a deep breath and readies himself for the impending demands.

Christian CageI've done a lot of soul-searching over the past three days, I've considered my options and I appreciate that you've got a lot going on, but I'm not going to stand here and neither are you, and pretend that what went on at Full Throttle wasn't a crock of shit!!

Paul Heyman –Christian, I'm not going to stand here and pretend that what went down wasn't ... dishonest ... and believe me, in due course, you will get what you deserve, but right now, you're just going to have to relax and wait until that day.

Christian CageHa. I'm sorry if I come off sounding like someone who got SCREWED out of the biggest prize in our industry ... but I am not one to sit around with my thumb up my ass with a brown nose, and wait for my chance! Paul, I want my title rematch and I want it here TONIGHT!!

As the crowd continues to ring-out with cheers, Goldberg makes a move towards Christian.

Bill Goldberg –Well I guess that makes two of us. Christian, we don't have a problem with eachother, but tonight - this is my night, and I'M getting my rematch.

There is a tense stand-off between the two, who lock eyes on eachother and look as if some commotion is to follow, until Heyman intervenes.

Paul Heyman – Guys, this is WAPW. In this company, it's the BOSS who makes the matches, not the talent! Nobody is making matches behind my back, so the two of you are going to have to wait.

Neither look impressed with Heyman playing the authoritarian, clearly caught up in the HEAT OF THE MOMENT ~

Christian CageI've waited. I waited ever since Battle Lines to get my shot, four long weeks, and when I did get it - it was taken right from under my nose by MVP.

There's now another stand-off, with both Cage and Goldberg facing Paul Heyman, the two demanding matches for tonight.

*BIG THING'S POPPIN'*

MVP - Well I guess I'm the fourth and final piece to this puzzle aren't I. The 'crown jewell' of the WAPW roster. Paul, I don't know what games you playin', but you ain't the only one with power around here. In case you forgot, I AM the WAPW Champion.

The brash superstar raises his title hig above his head, parading it for the entire audience to see.

MVP - No one, and I mean, no one - makes matches involving me and my title, without consulting me first. Not only am I the champion of the world ... the greatest man to have ever lived ... WAPW's MVP ... but I'm damn good lookin' too. So, considering all that, Christian, I'm sorry to dissapoint, but you're gonna have to move your ass on out of my ring, and that goes for the other three of you.

Nobody moves, instead, Christian and Goldberg take a step towards MVP.

MVP - I suggest ... no ... I DEMAND that you proceed to take your belt-less asses on out of here, so myself and the guiding light of WAPW Elijah Burke can celebrate our title wins! Ladies, if you will...

MVP clicks his fingers and turns his attention to the ramp, as three scantilly-clad women emerge, carrying two champagne bottles and glasses.

MVP - See Christian, unlike you, and this entire country for that matter, WE actually have something to celebrate.

The fans, who understand English, boo intently. Christian turns to face the women on the ramp.

Christian CageSkanks ... take on step further, and your boys over here will find those champagne bottles STRAIGHT UP THEIR ASSES!

As the 'skanks' turn away and exit, MVP begins trash-talking Christian off of the mic. Heyman, sensing a brawl, intervenes once again.

Paul Heyman –Christian, Montel - easy.

Christian CageThey sure were...

Paul Heyman –Look, enough. I've had it up to here personally with all four of you. You both want title matches, and frankly you both deserve those title matches. So, I guess what comes next is an impromptu PPV main-event announcement. Next month, at Uprising, when the WA' returns to the USA, the two of you are going to put it ALL on the line.

Burke and Montel look questioningly at the boss.

Paul Heyman –That's right, you heard me correctly, but what you didn't hear was the stipulation. See, the term 'all on the line' is a little vague, so let me clear it up for you; at Uprising next month live on PPV, Montel, the WAPW champion - you will team with Elijah, the North American champion, and TOGETHER ... you will defend BOTH titles against the team of CHRISTIAN ... AND BILL GOLDBERG!!

Both MVP and Elijah Burke flip, pleading with Heyman not to go through with this, but the figures of Goldberg and Christian quiten them.

Paul Heyman –At Uprising ... one of you two teams are going to have to 'rise up' and stake your claim as the two best champions, because it's WINNER TAKE ALL!!

*HELL YEAH*

Paul drops the microphone and exits the ring to the theme music of Hazard. We head to a commerical break with the visual of MVP and Elijah Burke on one side of the ring alongside eachother, staring straight into the eyes of their Uprising opponents - Bill Goldberg and Christian!








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Following a brief recap of what went down before the break, it's time for our opening contest! Joey Styles and Mat Striker remind us that this is a rematch from Sunday's PPV event, and before the entrance a short video package plays; detailing the ending of Albright vs. Doane (Jake Roberts inadveterantly distracts his own protégé leading to an Albright win, and Doane snapping, hitting a kick to the mid-section followed by a forward-jumping DDT).

*CRASH*

The familiar drone of sirens blare, before Doane's theme transcends into a trash metal beat. Doane isn't trailed to the ring by Jake 'The Snake' tonight, after Doane floored his manager at FT. He emerges wearing an attire of black boots, knee pads, red trunks and black wrist tape. The 'Antisaint' enters the ring with intensity and does not need any further motivation for the match.

*FOR REAL*

Confident but focused following his PPV win on Sunday, Brent Albright soon makes his entrance. Wasting no time to pose or slap the hands of fans, he strides to the ring, using the ring steps to make his way up and in. He hops up onto a turnbuckle and looks deep into the crowd, taking in the Mexican surroundings, before beating his chest and turning to face his opponent.

Match One - Brent Albright vs. Ken Doane
Picking up from where both of these stars left off on Sunday night, the match starts at a fast-pace, immediately tieing up with intensity and Doane pushing Albright into the corner. Upon locking up again, Doane is pushed into the corner. Brent swings for a chop, but it is ducked, as Doane slips out from under the arm of Albright and pushes him back into the corner. His quest for momentum is blocked again, as he is backed all the way into the other corner by means of repeated, stinging chops! The bout continues in a hard-hitting and fast-paced manner, until Doane is eventually clotheslined out over the ropes and onto the outside. The brawl swings in Doane's favour and as they re-enter the ring he continues, dominating for the following three minutes. Albright, as intense and tenacious as he is, is clearly flustered by that of his opponent. The Anti Saint would roar with every punch landed and clothesline executed. As always the tide would have to turn, and at seven minutes, it did. With Albright firmly in control, Doane slips out of the ring and retrieves a steel chair. He has flipped yet again. By this time (former?) manager Jake Roberts would make a beeline to the ring, climbing onto the apron for a confrontation with Doane. "Don't you use that - DON'T USE THE FUCKING CHAIR" Roberts would yell, but it was futile, at least as far as intentions were concerned. Doane turns away from Jake and lifts the chair high in the direction of Albright, but is scuppered by a boot to the gut and then a devastatingly effective CROWBAR!! Doane has no hope, as Albright cranks the arm more and more, and within four seconds he taps.
Winner @ 8.47 minutes - Brent Albright

*FOR REAL*

As Albright stands above Ken Doane, who is clutching his arm in agony, his is raised in victory by the referee. After hopping up onto each turnbuckle to briefly raise both hands in the air, he makes his exit, leaving Ken Doane, standing, and Jake Roberts who has just entered the ring.

Joey Styles - Talk about combustible elements! After what we saw at Full Throttle - you know there's gonna be trouble now!

Nice one, Joe, way to jinx us. As The Snake apprehensively makes his way towards a visibly distraught Ken Doane, he tries to apologise half-heartedly. Doane shakes his head and points to the ramp, hinting where he wanted Jake to head. He turns down the offer of leaving, and continues to try and make it right with the Antisaint. After repeatedly being told to go verbally, Doane has had enough, grabbing Jake by the throat with by hands and pushing him up against the ropes. Seething, yet bearing a face of collectedness, he tells Roberts soberly, "don't get in my way ever again". After Roberts reluctantly, but obviously has to, agree(s), Doane releases him and storms to the back. Jake stands in the ring with his hands on his hips, wondering what he's just let slip away.

***TONIGHTS MAIN-EVENT - MISTICO VS. ALEX SHELLEY***

|Paul Heyman's Office| We cut backstage to find Paul Heyman seated, looking up at a rather negative WAPW Champion. MVP waits for the right moment before beginning, letting tension build, yano?

MVP - Paul, i-it's not funny.

Heyman ponders asking MVP what he means, but elects to sit and listen.

MVP - Let's get some facts straight, Paul; you're the boss here, right?

The boss nods, cause he's the boss 'n stuff.

MVP - A pretty good one at that you'd like to imagine, huh?

Mostly staving away from a grin, he shrugs his shoulders in agreement.

MVP - Paul, if you want to be taken seriously around here as a promoter, you don't screw around with the champion. I made this company, and just like *Clicks Fingers* that - I can break it. Nielsens, Paul, you're pretty high on them, right? Well they're pretty high on WAPW too, or should I say, they're high on MVP. I'm the one these people tune in to see. Not Christian, as much as you'd like to say otherwise. I'm the champ, and I have power around here, ite?

Paul Heyman - Well I...

MVP - ... I ain't through talkin' at you yet, man. I'm the champ, and I'm the last person you wanna piss off - so what the HELL were you smokin' when you decided to put my title on the line in a tag-match, huh?! What the HELL was goin' through your mind, Paul? Ain't it enough that at Battle Lines, I had not one, not two, but THREE opponents? At Full Throttle, after pinning Christian's punk-ass before, you give him the match *clicks fingers* like THAT. To make matters worse, you like to put Bret Hart as the referee a lot for me, don't ya? Well as far as you try to undermine and scheme away at my title reign - it ain't been to successful now has it.

Heyman shakes his head, not in agreement, but rather annoyance at MVP's accusations.

MVP - Uprising ... it's a new low for you Paul. I can lose my title ... without being pinned?

Paul Heyman - Well Montel, that is part of the stipulation. However you can also RETAIN the title without being the one that pins. That ought to even the score, huh.

The champion looks to the floor, more specifically to his $10000 shoes. Though out of shot, they're obviously expensive. He's the champ, k? He grins before looking back up.

MVP - Paul, you and I both know - Elijah ... he's good ... a phenomenal prospect ... but come on, we know - he ain't got on their levels. He's not ready for that responsibility. He'll be the death of my reign, man.

Just as Montel finishes his last sentence, Elijah emerges into the scene. MVP is oblivious. Heyman looks up once before rubbing his chin and clearly laughing on the inside at what might occur.

MVP - Hell, you may as well make it a handicap match, ite. If I'm outta the ring, and he steps in with either Goldberg or Christian ... man he ain't gonna last the distance. I won the title ... on my own ... and I should defend it ... on my own. This latest ploy in the whole anti-MVP saga, it's low, man. It ain't right. I'm an A-lister ... the rated-R mister ... the ballin' superstar ... the MVP - of WAPW. This ain't no way to treat yo' champion.

Paul, decides he's heard enough, and looks directly at Elijah Burke, who doesn't look too cheery. The crowd pop, as MVP slowly turns to face his buddy. There is an awkward silence.

Elijah Burke - So it's like that, huh? That's the way we're gonna roll?

MVP tries to reason with him, but is cut off.

Elijah Burke - N-n-nah. You don't think I'm a worthy guy to be competing with your title at stake. That's fine, that's real fine, but need I remind you of just what the hell I have at stake? All I've worked for the past two months - the crown jewell of my career? The WAPW north-american championship? If you haven't got the confidence in me ... then why the hell should I have the confidence in you? ... Especially without Mickey Rourke - at ringside.

The last comment draws a look of sheer annoyance from the WAPW champion, as the two stare eachother down. Another long pause occurs.

Elijah Burke - I won my title on my own, Montel. Without me ... without Jack, Roddy and Austin - and without your Hollywood friends - where would you be?

Burke leaves MVP to ponder the question, as he exits the scene. Heyman is sat looking amused, whilst MVP holds his head in his hands. If he didn't have confidence in Elijah Burke when they were friends - what if they're enemies? What would that mean for the title? Why am I questioning?








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*THE EX LEVEL*

The hip-hop/techno beat which serves as Gen Ex' theme music plays loudly throughout the Arena Mexico, prompting a mixed reaction from the eager fans. Roderick, Jack, Austin and EDDIE KINGSTON make a slow walk to the ring, all dressed in smart suits reminiscent to their leader if you will, MVP. One after another they enter the ring, first the tag-champions, Aries & Strong, then Jack Evans, who in a rather immature way sneaks in as Eddie was going to climb through the ropes ... and then, er, Eddie. All four men raise their hands high into the air and look deep into the crowd. Jack jumps onto the second rope in the corner of the ring and maniacally 'Wooos' before yelling 'Gen Ex baby'. He climbs onto the top rope before back-flipping off onto the mat. He bows before the fans - but as he's walking backwards, bumps into Eddie Kingston. He immediately scuppers. Aries has a mic...

Austin Aries -Well isn't this just perfect. Off the back of Full Throttle, we stand before you - your NEW Tag-team Champions!

They pause to parade their titles some more.

Austin Aries - Well, actually, no. See, we are in the cesspool, known as Mexico.

A rather unnesscasry, but effective, cheap shot from Aries.

Austin Aries - What you see before you are current champions...

He grins cheesily to the camera and points with his thumb and finger.

Austin Aries -Future champions...

The camera pans Eddie Kingston, who is standing with hands on hips. Jack Evans sprints away up onto the top rope, where he raises both hands again, before once again back-flipping off. Aries and Strong don't look happy, with a perverbial face-palm look.

Austin Aries -A group that over a short period of time has been assembled, consisting of the BEST young talent in the world today. The past, present and future is what the world is looking at right now, and damnit - we're lookin' good.

Aries and Strong grin, whilst Evans makes a move to the top rope, but is pulled off by Eddie Kingston.

Austin Aries -It's been a hard-journey to get there, courtesy of Team 3D's PAL Heyman, but we finally got there in the end, to ensure that with all that's wrong in the world, be it hunger, the economy, and swine-flu...

Aries tilts his black sunglasses down momentarily to look to the crowd, accusingly.

Austin Aries - With all of that which is wrong - all that MATTERS, is right. Gen Ex, Aries and Strong, are the WAPW Tag-team champions. It took three wins to ensure that the shackles of Brother Ray and Devon are finally off of us, but what's done is done. That's all in the past, and more importantly - Team 3D are in the past. I mean let's face it, they're good, great even, phenomenal in their day - but their day, Mexico, is plain and simply not today. It wasn't their day on Sunday, nor will it be EVER again, not as long as we're the tag-team champions. Ray, Devon - you thought you one-upped us at Battle Lines when you brought in your cousins to do your dirty work for you. You thought that was pretty smart, well on Sunday - that was pretty damn smart too, huh?! You selfish bastards, brought Eddie Kingston into WAPW for the sole purpose of winning you the tag-team titles and keeping you safe. Is that REALLY how you guys operate? You forget about family-values, and instead use them for your own gain? For the month that he's been in WAPW, Eddie Kingston was floundered. See, all he was used for by you was a henchman. He had no direction under the wings of you two. But now, Eddie, you're in the place where ALL of the rest want to be - but where ONLY the BEST are accepted.

Aries extends his hand to Kingston, who accepts it and shakes.

Austin Aries -The latest addition to Gen Ex ... the last of a dying breed ... Eddie KINGSTON!

Boos trickle in from the crowd as he raises his hands aloft, bearing a straight face.

Austin Aries -Eddie, as a member of Gen Ex, I assure you that your talent will be nourished, enhanced, and in time - fulfilled. The stage is yours, amigo.

There is a long pause after Kingston is handed the mic, pondering what to say. After a while, he begins.

Eddie Kingston - Now Team 3D, cousin Ray, cousin Devon - I want you to hear where I'm comin' from. We're family. Family, especially the Dudley family, watch out for eachother. I came in to WAPW, watched your back, and got what in return? What? Too many bigger fish to fry? GOT NO TIME FOR COUSIN EDDIE?! Well to tell you the truth, it's over. That's history now. I understand the veteran attitude that you two have, I do. All that you two want is to keep a hold ... or, now, REGAIN, those tag-team titles. That's all you want. That's why you brought me here. You didn't bring me or Spike in because you wanted us to be competing in WAPW for titles. You weren't lookin' out for us. You used us.

Eddie pauses, listening to the boos. He is in a rather sombre state.

Eddie Kingston - Now whatever Austin said about family values meanin' shit, I don't care. Family - is family. You're my family, and I love you. I-I can't choose who my family are, and to be honest, I wouldn't want to change it. Whether you're lookin' out for me in WAPW or not, you're still a part of my heart. That's why, Devon, Ray, at Full Throttle, is was with a heavy heart that I did what I had to. It wasn't about money, or titles, it was about recognition. You boys look out for yo' best interests - and now, I do too. I did what I had to for the best interests of Eddie Kingston. By joining Gen Ex, my potential soared. It's not about hatred for you, it's about what I want in my career. Titles, titles - and to never have to come back to this place, again.

Austin enjoyed that one, laughing in the faces of the thousands in attendance.

Eddie Kingston -3D, our paths - they'll no doubt cross. You two are gunning for me, that's great, I guess we're gunning for you two. It's not personal, what I'm gonna have to do to you if you push it - it's simply business.

Kingston pauses, before handing the mic back to Austin.

Austin Aries -As Team 3D found out at Full Throttle, GEN EX are in the business of WINNING. Third times a charm, and now, we look forward to whatever new challenges await us in the future. Any tag-teams out there, that want us at Uprising - you know where we are. We're not ducking anybody, or any THING. We've gone through tables, climbed ladders, just to get here, and Gen Ex - aren't ever giving it up.

Aries assembles a line, where the four members of Gen Ex in the ring raise each others hands in the air! As Austin and Roderick take a step forward towards the ropes, Evans keeps a hold of Kingston's. The New Yorker gives him an odd look, before being shocked with a SUCKER PUNCH TO THE MOUTH!!! The crowd are in shock, and rightfully so. So are the tag-champions apparently, who turn back and separate the two, both holding Eddie back. They calm the situation before leaving again. As Eddie continues to stare down Evans intensely, he is SHOCKED once again by a clothesline to the back by Austin Aries!! As Kingston stumbles forward he immediately turns to Aries, and is met with two middle-fingers. He doesn't know what the hell is going on, and even more so when he is mugged by Evans, followed by Aries and Strong!! They floor him with punches before stomping away of the downed Gen Ex 'member'. The beatdown continues savagely, as Strong and Aries pummel him into the corner! Jack Evans sneaks out of the ring and retrieves a chair, with everybody still in shock. The commentators have yet to form a single legible word. Evans passes the weapon to Aries, who uses it to choke out Kingston, pressing it hard up against his neck in the corner of the ring!!

Joey Styles -They used him! They turned him against his own family damnit, and now look what he gets in return!! This is sickening!

Matt Striker -Well who knows, maybe he still gets the $20k and the title shot. That's worth a beating, right?

Joey Styles - I do not believe this! Somebody has to put a stop to this carnage! Gen Ex have taken it to the next level alright - they've crossed the line.

Kingston is dragged into the centre of the ring, laying front first, and is beaten down with chair-shots to the back repeatedly! Whilst Aries and Strong take turns in working over the defenceless Kingston, Jack Evans retrieves a TABLE. After sliding it into the ring, it's set up to the side of Eddie. Luckily for him, before they get to use it, who else but TEAM 3D make a beeline to the ring, both bearing baseball bats!! Some might question why they would want to save the person that cost them the titles, but no one can say that the beating was right! Gen Ex split as 3D enter the ring. They've left their mark. All three gather on the ramp triumphantly, Aries and Strong taunting 3D with the title-belts. Devon, none to impressed, makes a move towards the ropes, prompting Gen Ex to pick up the pace, before retracting. They watch on as Gen Ex exit the scene eventually, before turning their attention to Kingston. Their cousin uses the ropes to pull himself to his feet, clutching at his gut. He looks soulfully at his cousins and clearly mouths, 'I'm sorry'. 3D look at eachother, and Ray pats Eddie on the back. Kingston hobbles forwards - but is caught off guard when Devon delivers a hard kick to the gut, before lifting him up above the table - and then finally being slammed by Ray THROUGH THE TABLE with a 3D!!! Talk about carnage!

Joey Styles - Dear LORD!! Team 3D are in no mood for happy families with Eddie Kingston that's for sure!

Ray and Devon stand above their downed Cousin, almost sorry for what they've done, all the while knowing that it had to happen. Ray pats Devon on the back, before they make their exit from the ring. As they are at the bottom of the ramp, they look up to see in the distance both Jay and Mark Briscoe. Both observe the scene briefly, taking in the surroundings, before signalling to 3D that THEY'RE next in line for the titles...


***TONIGHTS MAIN-EVENT - MISTICO VS. ALEX SHELLEY***

|Video Package|The camera depicts the back of a man standing at the top of a cliff, staring deeply into the scenic surroundings yonder. He wears a black hooded top as well as black sweat pants. He speaks candidly as if he were in conversation.

??? - Every so long, for every generation in wrestling, emerges the new top-guy, a man who would take the business and almost single handedly change the way it was run. The eightees had Hogan ... the ninetees, Austin ...

The hooded man turns from the cliff and embarks on a long downhill run through the trees and greenery; the camera has yet to show his face.

??? - Here we are in 2009. Fast forward through Harley Race, Ric Flair, Hogan, Michaels, Austin - it's my time. What I'm coming to WAPW to do is to set a new standard. I want to take this company, and make it bigger and better. At the end of my career they're going to be talking about me for as long as wrestling exists. I'll go down as the best of all time.

After reaching the bottom of the woodlands he drops to all fours and frantically begins performing push-ups and then sit-ups.

??? - The business needs someone like me. They need Brian Danielson.

Danielson stands beneath an enormous tree, looking up at its many outward-pointing branches. Like a cat, he leaps vertically and grabs ahold of one of its branches, performing strenuous pull-ups in mid-air.

Brian Danielson - My names not nearly as big as it should be. I've turned down WWE, I've turned down TNA -- I've fought all over the world; Japan, Mexico, Canada, England - all across America on the independents. Wherever I go - great things follow. I'm widely acknowledged, and rightfully so, as the best in the world. Like a hand into a glove, my name with that title, it was meant to be.

Brian grabs an axe and begins wielding it into a tree with force, yelling from the top of his lungs with each ounce of contact made.

Brian Danielson - I've trained in the dojo's, the dungeons, every top-class training facility across the world. I want to get better and better, and I will get better and better. I'm the complete athlete. Never has there been a wrestler as well-rounded and as skilled in all forms as combat as The American Dragon.

He stops finally, driving the axe into the tree one last time before turning to face the camera, speaking before signing off with a grin.

Brian Danielson - I'm Brian Danielson, and I AM wrestling.








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*INTO THE ABYSS*

|Live Arena|The daunting theme music of 'The Monster' Abyss plays to a mixed reaction, and in turn, he emerges being lead up the ramp and into the ring by 'Father' James Mitchell. Abyss is wearing tram-like blue jeans and a cut-off cream coloured straight jacket. Mitchell scans the arena before beginning.

James Mitchell - So here we are, Mexico, myself and Abyss have come full circle. After last Sunday's dismantling of Mr. Kennedy, just like a prophesised, Abyss is finally back to his destructive best. We have had to wait longer than I had anticipated, but the bright light shone through and lead us to the promise land once again. See, at Full Throttle, there was blood, sweat and broken bones for Kenneth. He was foolish enough to go into that match thinking that he had a hope in hell of winning, and look where he is now. He's laid out, injured, CRIPPLED, at the hands of my son.

Abyss rubs his hands together maniacally.

James Mitchell - Kennedy was lucky to last seven minutes against him, and now, they don't know if he's EVER coming back! You're cooped up in a hospital bed somewhere, and I hope they have cable, because I want you to hear what I have to say, and this goes for everybody in the back too, for that matter; the wrestlers, the referees, the EMT's, even YOU Paul Heyman. I hope to Satan himself that the WAPW locker-room has taken notice, and heeded the warning, because if anybody gets in the way of this wrecking ball and the WAPW title, YOU will wind up in the same hospital ward as Kennedy. So, WAPW, the further emphasise how Abyss plans on destroying, dismantling, and obliterating the entire roster, he's instructed me to lay down an open-challenge. You're all watching in the comforts of your locker-rooms, far, far away from ringside, and I wouldn't be surprised if nobody showed the guts to come out here and face this man! Tonight is a holy night, for many reasons beyond my control, but for anybody who answers the challenge - it will be your LAST!

Abyss is left solitary in the ring, as his father steps out through the ropes and takes his place at ringside. Seconds pass and the monster awaits an opponent...

*PITBULL*

Joey Styles - Jamie Noble?

The camera shows the puzzled, and slightly amused face of Mitchell at ringside, as well as Abyss', as Hardcore Champion Jamie Noble emerges from the back. With his title slung over his left shoulder he carries a microphone in his right hand, stepping into the ring with no fear.

Jamie Noble -So lemme' get this straight boy, you lookin' for an opponent, right here right now?

Abyss nods eagerly.

Jamie Noble -Good, cause' to tell you the truth, I'm been itchin' for a fight too. See, last Sunday at the Full Throttle, I didn't get no place on the show. Eight matches and dang it, I wasn’t on any of 'em. So right now, I'm gonna show to Mexican, to America, the entire world, just why I'm the WAPW Hardcore champ...

With that being said, Noble crashes the microphone over the head of Abyss, catching him completely off-guard.

Match Two - Abyss vs. Jamie Noble
Despite starting the match off by catching the big man by surprise, in the end the finish was inevitable. Abyss would go on to win comfortably, but only after resisting Noble's many attempted-comebacks. Like a rabid dog, Noble wouldn't quit, worming his way out of the black hole slam after just one minute and unloading with a barrage of punches. Clotheslines were ineffective and in the end, his downfall, running straight into a this time successful black hole slam for the three. For all his tenacity and guts, after just under five minutes it was all over.
Winner @ 4.49 minutes - Abyss

*INTO THE ABYSS*

With Jamie Noble crumpled in a heap in the corner of the ring, James Mitchell joins his son, praising him for the pain he had just inflicted. Abyss seems to take a step towards Noble, as blood-thirsty as ever, but Mitchell instructs him to do otherwise. After lapping up the boo's of the Mexican crowd, Mitchell leads Abyss out of the ring. He steps out through the ropes and jumps to the mat below, however as the monster attempts to exit, be is BLIND-SIGHTED by a rejuvenated Jamie Noble! More guts than brains were displayed as he attacked the big man from behind, clubbing him with the inside of his arm, and then striking him i the lower-back repeatedly with forearms.

Joey Styles - He just never knows when he's been beat, does Jamie Noble!

Abyss turns to Noble and sends him flying across the ring with a right-hand, but is met with a running dropkick to the sternum, sending him into the corner. After one corner-splash, he attempts another, but is caught in mid-air second time around, and slammed down with a running spine-buster! As Noble hurries to his feet he is lifted up and laid across the shoulders of Abyss, before being slammed down onto them back-first with the SHOCK TREATMENT!!!

Matt Striker -He may have the mental capacity to never give in, Joe, but physically he is out for the count.

After sitting and regaining his composure in the middle of the ring next to the motionless body of Jamie Noble, he finally gets to a level base and exits the ring slowly. He meets Mitchell outside and is shaking violently, comforted by his father. As the two make tracks up the ramp towards the back, about three-quarters of the way up, amazingly, Abyss is jumped AGAIN by Jamie Noble!!

Joey Styles - What the?! He's gone after Abyss - a-again!

The Pitbull lives up to and exceeds his name, pouncing on Abyss and taking him to the ground, laying into the back of his head and upper-back with hard fists. He is soon tossed away, allowing Abyss to get to his knees, but he's soon flattened by a running kick to the head!! Abyss is rocked, falling backwards, but still kneeling. Noble wipes the trickling sweat from just inside his hairline, before backing up. He then charges at Abyss once more and connects with a SECOND running kick to the head! As the big man teeters, Noble takes an even bigger step back, aiming to finish him off with another hard kick.

Matt Striker -You know those kicks to the head of Abyss may hurt like hell, but they're not exactly going to make much of a lasting difference to his psyche are they...

Noble roars, before sprinting towards Abyss, attempting to deliver a final punt, but is instead caught by the open-palm of his rival. Abyss raises his arm high into the air and wraps it around Jamie's neck, stopping him in his tracks and choking him. Mitchell likes what he sees as his soon gets to his feet and directs Noble further and further up the ramp. Eventually they divert left towards the edge of the stage, the Hardcore champion still in Abyss' grasp. Noble is pushes closer and closer towards the edge, beneath which is a ten-foot drop onto goodness-knows what. Temporarily, Noble breaks free, raking the eye of Abyss and then attempting to know HIM off of the edge. He backs up and swings big for the masked man, but tragically it is countered into a choke once again, this time Abyss would lift Noble into the air and SLAM NOBLE OFF OF THE STAGE!!!!

Joey Styles - OH MY GOD!!!!

As expected there is a long pause following Noble's demise. Abyss and Mitchell would leave grinning, and as Mitchell had promised, EMT's flooded onto the scene. The commentators are silent for the majority of the time, occasionally chipping in with a sombre comment. Noble lays in amongst shattered would and all sorts of wiring. He apparently crashed through multiple tables, barely missing the electrical equipment, and is eventually lifted up onto stretcher carefully and a neck-brace is placed around him. Surprisingly, a worried NIDIA would rush out and down to Noble, accompanying him whilst being stretchered away. The camera would follow Noble's enforced exit, showing his seemingly unconscious face the whole time. At the top of the ramp the Hardcore champions eyes would open slightly, and you can just about make out what he is trying to say - 'Abyss, I ain't done with him, let me out, I ain't done'.

***TONIGHTS MAIN-EVENT - MISTICO VS. ALEX SHELLEY***

|Backstage Area| A backstage corridor is chillingly walked by four figures, one of which leading the other three. The leader is dressed in a black cloak, hooded. We can only see the back of him, but his followers are Paul London, David 'Gangrel' Heath and Matthew Michaels. They are all dressed similarly, with black trousers and long-sleeve shirts, buttoned at the top. Their walk commences as the camera stops following them and instead sees them from afar.







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|Voice Over/Live Backstage| Joey Styles briefly takes us back to what happened before the break, narrating the shocking moment where Jamie Noble was chokeslammed off of the stage, “OMG 50 FEET TO THE FLOOR ~ !”. Yeah. After falling fifteen feet through several tables, narrowly evading electrical equipment, we see a live shot of Noble being loaded up into an ambulance. Nidia watches on in a state of shock.

|Live Arena| Hazard returns in front of the live Mexican audience following the commercial break. The camera pans a small section of the fans at the front-row, before the action continues.

*SUGAR SWEET*

To the delight of the crowd ‘Sugar Daddy’ Lance emerges. Dressed in 80’s rock and roll attire, tight and flamboyant black pants with a leopard-skin top-hat, he is joined by two of his ring-girls. The two, let’s call them blondie and brunette, are in-front and behind their man, due to the ‘slipping out’ that occurred last week. Reminding us of what went down, Joey Styles briefly narrates a censored version of a clip from last week, where Brunette would rip the top from her counter-part, leaving her bare. Back in the ring, Sugar Lance has a microphone and is standing confidently in front of the fans.

Sugar Lance – Hey Mexico – OLLALEEEY!

The crowd react positively to Lance’s Spanish interaction.

Sugar Lance – Well, that’s about all I got. Fear not though, Mexico, for the Sugar Daddy has a Sugar Sweet surprise for you!

Lance laughs rather sinisterly. All in good humour, though.

Sugar Lance – See for the past two weeks, my girls have been having some ‘issues’. CLIMAXING – in last week’s incident in which Allison got her shirt ripped off. Haha, it was a sad, sad day for Men-kind.

He laughs at his sentiments; the men in the arena don’t seem to be TOO horrified by the breasts on show last week.

Sugar Lance – Their differences quite obviously need to be settled, and what better way to do so than in a match that will allow the opportunity for revenge after last week. What I’m referring to, girls, is a SUGAR DADDY STRIP-DOWN MATCH!!!

The Mexican audience pops enthusiastically, as does Lance.

Sugar Lance – The object of this match, Allison, Hannah, is to strip your opponent of their clothes. The winner, bar every single man inside the Arena Mexico and watching at home, is whoever can stand in-front of their naked opponent with clothes on their back!!

The girls on either side of Lance begin to trash-talk each other, wagging their fingers at each other.

Sugar Lance – Hey, hey, hey – girls, girls, girls – come on, save it for the match.

Lance momentarily holds the girls apart, before looking to his wrist-watch.

Sugar Lance – Which by the way, starts (he takes another observative glance at his rather flashy wrist watch) NOW!

Lance takes a single step backwards allowing the two females to begin their ‘match’. Blonde Allison performs a single-legged take-down before locking in an ankle lock, before transcending into an STF. The two trade-submissions and epic top rope spots through-out their fifty minute classic. Hm. Actually, they scrap maniacally, screaming and trying to rip the clothes from each other. Lance acts as referee, although he spends the majority of the time observing his two girls with a glad expression on his face. After around thirty seconds of the cat fight, the mood drastically changes. The camera fixates on the top of the ramp suddenly, where Matthew, Paul and David stand bowed.

Matt Striker –Well there stand Matt Michaels, David Heath and Paul London, the apparent associates of 'Azrael'. The question is, what now? What do they have planned?

In the ring, Lance senses something is going down, and calls a stop to the match prematurely. He keeps an eye on the three whilst shepherding the girls out of the ring. Allison and Hannah both cross their arms and are more concerned with finishing their contest. They leave through the crowd, escorted by security. The gothic individuals soon make a move down the ramp, each carrying a large candle. They enter the ring, and the light dims considerably. It’s still visible what is happening, but there is an obvious sense of anticipation building. After entering they look around the arena with little emotion. Eventually they align in the centre; down on one knee each. Their candles are infront of eachother and their heads are bowed.

*ORGAN*

The eerie sound of a church-organ plays, soon to be accompanied by a drum beat and the pace quickens in the song. A hooded man soon emerges. Azrael. His head is low and in the darkness it is hard to decipher his identity. His arms are slightly outstretched so to lift the hooded trench coat from the ground. Upon entering the ring the lights brighten once more, which is the cue for him to remove the hood from his head and face. His head perks up as he stares into the arena whilst rooted to the spot. His hair is long, wetted, and of a light-brown colour. He is bearded; thinly going down the sides of his face with a thick goatee. Some recognise him as Chris Hero. He speaks slowly and precisely.

Azrael –So it had been written, so it had been prophesised, and so it has now come to pass.

He pauses for a while, pondering.

Azrael –I, am Azrael. Today is the twenty-fifth day of the third month. It’s been two-thousand and nine years in the making, has this day. Too long I have been waiting for an opportunity to walk the earth with such a purpose, with such a power. God once sent his first-born son to save the world, to open its inhabitant’s eyes and to save it from the nothingness of which it was becoming. God would watch on as thief’s, murderers and other sinners walked his land. Jesus was sent to change the direction of the earth, and he did. He opened eyes, momentarily. He cure the old, taught right from wrong, and is credited with helping the world continue to exist.

Still looking down, he grins slightly.

Azrael –Still, with God’s blessing, God’s orders and God’s love – he failed. He was crucified on a cross. Some see his death, as a noble one. Some, actually believe that he did more in death, made more of an impact in death, than he did whilst a mortal. Jesus, though, proved that he was weak. Even with all of the power in the world, he found himself nailed to a cross and made to suffer a humiliating death.

He raises his head rather dramatically.

Azrael –What some fail to understand is that there is no such thing as a noble death. Dying, is not a figment of nobility. You are judged by what you have done on this earth, and Jesus – failed. I, though, will not fail in my quest. I won’t crumble under pressure and fall where others have fallen. Azrael, does not ignore the past, and therefore is not doomed to repeat it.

There is an underlying sound of boos directed at him. He turns around to face his three accompaniments, before looking to the crowd once more.

Azrael –What you see assembled behind me is a gathering. A progeny. A group of men who are willing to give their mind, body and soul to Azrael’s cause. David ... Matthew ... Paul – you stand at my side with the sole intention of becoming my disciples. You seek guidance, you seek knowledge and you seek power (~). I, can give it to you. At the mere clicking of a finger I can confront the higher power and take whatever it is that we please. However, to gain such a lucrative position, to earn eternal life at Azrael’s side, you need to earn it. You need to prove your worth and show me why I should give power to YOU. Of all the billions of mortals walking the earth, the three of you are being groomed as my disciples.

He begins to slowly circle the three men, all of whom are kneeling deadly still with their candles.

Azrael –Over the coming weeks, leading to Uprising, there will be – an Uprising. The three of you will have to rise up to gain my elixir, and to be anointed to my side. In the three weeks, the three of you will face individual challenges. You will face tasks of which the average man in WAPW couldn’t handle. You will prove to me why I should invest such time and energy into you, or you shall fall into damnation. Only the strong will survive, men, and I will not accept failure. Paul...

Azrael moves towards London, who hops to his feet and gives full attention to him.

Azrael –Do you promise to uphold my commands, and give your soul to my cause?

London smirks slightly and then nods. Azrael moves to David, and Paul kneels once more. David gets to his feet.

Azrael –David, will you uphlod my orders and give your soul to my cause?

Heath nods once.

Azrael –Good. Now Matthew, can I trust you to uphold my commands and to give your soul to my cause?

Michaels nods in response before kneeling along with David and Paul. Azrael steps away and looks to the heavens with his eyes closed.

Azrael –O'Lord, I promise to rid WAPW of the sin, the sleaze and the wrong-doers. Father, you gave me life. You sent me from heaven, to bring the sinners hell. I will not fail you.

His head lowers and he looks into the camera, closing his eyes once again and slowly symbolising a holy cross on his chest with his right-hand.

*ORGAN*

His theme music hits suddenly and his eyes open wide. After leering at the camera for a short while he soon exits, his followers quick to follow. He leads them up the ramp, pausing at the top to look back at the crowd. He then continues and makes his exit.






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***TONIGHTS MAIN-EVENT - MISTICO VS. ALEX SHELLEY***

*BRITANIA*

The familiar sound of the triumphant trumpet plays through the sound system, accompanying the calm and collected entrance of Nigel McGuiness and big Shamus O'Shaunnessy. The fans are mostly indifferent, though leaning towards a heel reaction. McGuinness chews his gum brashly, wearing his trademark black sunglasses whilst leading the man in green down to the ring.

*NATURAL FRANCHISE*

The tempo picks up with the entrance of the flamboyant and somewhat over-confident youngsters. Dressed in matching black and pink shorts they make their entrance to a mixed reception. Stevens enters the ring with Douglas, hopping up onto the turnbuckle and pointing to the camera.

Match Three - The UK vs. The Natural Franchise
The low-key Brits have been going about their business in an admirable fashion as of late. Winning their previous three bouts, they were certainly on a roll. Many are talking about the performances of Nigel McGuiness and the ability of which he possesses. He showed it off in this match with the youngsters Andy Douglas and Chase Stevens. Starting off in the ring, he immediately made his presence known, following up an arm-wrench on Stevens and taking him down with a fire-mans carry. For all of a minute he dominated Chase, slapping on a head-lock before continuing his vertical offence with a shoulder block, sending Stevens back to his corner. Both men made the tags to their partners. SOS was soon to show why he’s an integral part of the UK’s good fortune, starting off with a military-press on the on-running Andy Douglas. After a spate of hard-hitting offence Douglas managed to squirm out of a powerbomb attempt, and then chopping the big man down with a drop-kick to his legs.
As the match continued both teams got in considerable offence, but none looked more likely to win than The UK. With Stevens and McGuiness in the ring once more at seven and a half minutes, the end came. McGuiness was picking up a full head of steam, taking down Stevens time after time with arm drags and then body slams. With his opponent dazed, he lent back through the ropes for n attempted flying-lariat, but found himself doing so on Douglas’ ropes, being met with a hard club to the back. This distracted Nige, but it all worked out in the end, as he moved out of the way of the on-coming Chase Stevens who crashed into his partner! McGuiness took a few steps back before taking Stevens’ head off with a brutal lariat!! 1,2 and 3!
Winners @ 8.02 minutes - The UK

Andy Douglas makes a sensible decision in pulling his partner out of the ring and to safety, as the proud winners stand tall with their arms aloft. McGuinness makes a move to the turnbuckles signalling that they too want title gold around their waists. He hops down and slaps the chest of his partner, who smiles at Nige. As the two make a move for the back, the camera briefly depicts the Briscoes watching on from the comfort of the lockerrom. Joey Styles adds, before sending us to the back, that both the UK and the Briscoes want title shots.

|Interview Area| The lovely Torrie Wilson is standing by backstage with Elijah Burke. The crowd pop loudly for her.

Torrie Wilson -Elijah Burke, earlier on tonight in Paul Heyman's office there appeared to be friction between yourself and the man who you will be teaming with at Uprising, MVP...

The North American champion scoffs.

Elijah Burke - Friction? Baby, that wasn't friction. What you saw earlier on wasn't my and MVP's association being severed. There is no middle way with me, and if there's a real problem between the two of us - he'll know about it. However, what went down earlier, was only human. I mean, MVP's the WAPW World Champion. He's worked his ass off to get that title, and I guess now, after about an hour of mulling things over and considering where he's coming from - I understand why he's concerned. I'm no veteran, and I'm no WAPW World Champ, but aside from MVP - I'm the best thing going today. I am the black Pope. I am WAPW's guiding light. More importantly than all of my accolades - I'm the North American champion. If Montel doesn't feel like I'm up to the challenge of keeping his title around HIS waist, then good - it means I've got something to prove. Torrie, when it's all said and done, at the end of Uprising, when Elijah Burke and MVP stand tall in the middle of that ring - we'll BOTH be champions still.

Looking pleased and assured with himself, he leaves, grinning at Wilson. She smiles at the camera as we go to a commercial.







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|Physio Room| Eddie Kingston is seated on a physio bed, holding an ice pack to the back of his neck. He looks despondent, staring down at the hard, cream-coloured floor. He perks up as the door opens and Team 3D make their way in, slowly, standing above their cousin. There is a long pause as Eddie looks at both of them. The conversation progresses slowly throughout.

Eddie Kingston - I-I screwed up, man.

Brother Ray - You're right, cuz, you did screw up. You made the mistake in trusting those no-good weasels of Gen Ex.

Eddie Kingston - I know, you guys, I-I'm sorry.

Brother Ray - Don't be, alright. The fact that you showed balls in standing for what you wanted, I'm proud. You did what you thought was right for you, and you career, and that's how it should be. So you decided that Gen Ex was the way to do it, and costing us our titles was how you were gonna get somewhere, but man - they used you. They made you turn on us, cost us our belts, and kicked you to the curb.

Eddie Kingston - Guess I ain't gonna be so stupid next time. Eh, but what about earlier - do we got beef?

Ray looks to Devon, his is standing with his arms crossed.

Brother Ray - No, there ain't no beef with family, man. You made a mistake, and you manned up. But, if you ever get in our way on your little journey - we'll make you regret it, family or no family.

Kingston nods in reluctant agreement. Ray smiles at his cousin. Suddenly, the door swings open again and GEN EX ATTACK TEAM 3D!! Aries, Strong and Evans all charge in and immediately go to work on Ray and Devon in particular, laying in with punches and kicks when they're floored. As Eddie tries to intervene, Jack Evans socks him, sending him down onto the floor via the wall! Gen Ex waste no time, and in gang-fashion, do there job and quickly scupper!

|Live Arena| Following their reaction to the attack on 3D, the commentators inform us that it's time for our main-event of the evening!

*DIAL IT UP*

What follows is the single biggest pop of the night, as none other than Mexico's own REY MYSTERIO appears!!! Dressed casually he slowly makes his way down to the ring with a mic in hand, taking the time to slap as many fans hands as possible. Eventually he gets into the ring and addresses his people ... in Spanish...

Rey Mysterio - Hola Mexico! Es con gran orgullo que me regreso a mi hermoso país, como parte de WAPW. El cruce de fronteras ha recorrido realmente me llevó a casa. Ha sido demasiado largo y estoy tan feliz de estar aquí. Te quiero a todos. Gracias. Gracias. Lo siento que no estoy aquí esta noche la lucha libre, pero lo que ahora voy a hacer es introducir a mi hijo, la mitad de los principales del evento. Él es mi hijo, es Mexico los mejores jóvenes talentos en el mundo de la lucha libre. Señoras y señores, le dan hasta - para MISTICO!!!!

The fans are in raptures for their other favourite, the masked luchadore MISTICO!

*MISTERIOUS*

The fans cheers are still deafening as the music of Mistico hits, similar to Rey's haunting theme in his early WCW days. He makes his entrance, slapping the hands of all the fans, running down the right side of the aisle and circling the ring to slap all of the fans hands. He then goes back up the ramp to the top to slap all of the left-sides hands! He then slides in under the ropes and embraces his friend, Rey Mysterio. The two share a word and a laugh off mic.

*ALL ABOUT ALEX*

Contrary to the huge reaction for the two Mexican stars, naturally, the fans are on the back of Alex Shelley. The extravagantly disrespectful younger emerges wearing a protective face mask (think, doctors). To boot he is wearing a hair-net and rubber gloves. In his right gloved hand he holds a see-through bottle with a spray-nozzle on the head. He confidently makes his way down and into ring, making sure to spray the ropes of the ring and then the canvas. This annoys Rey Mysterio in particular, as he sprays it in the direction of the Mexican fans.

Matt Striker -I think it's fair to say that Alex Shelley is more than a little worried about the swine-flu that's plagued Mexico recently.

Shelley then sprays it in the direction of Rey, provoking him to swiftly make a move towards him. The referee though steps in between the two and escorts Rey to the outside of the ring.

Match Four - Alex Shelley vs. Mistico
Mistico strived to begin the affair respectfully, offering his hand to Alex Shelley. This was a bold move, especially with Alex’ usual demeanour in mind. Mistico’s good nature wasn’t rewarded, instead he found himself being sprayed in the eyes with whatever was contained in that container! Joey Styles speculates that it was bleach or 'some form of disinfectant'. With Mistico temporarily blinded his opponent took full advantage, driving his boot straight into the masked-mans gut and hammering away with forearms. After backing him into the corner he delivered a hard irish whip using every drop of power, sending Mistico flying into the opposite turnbuckle! He falls forward holding his back, and Shelley would continue the early-going in control. Never one to pass up an opening he would work over Mistico, keeping him grounded or in submission whenever he could. After slapping on an arm-wrench after just one minute, Mistico tried to get the match going, using the ropes to perform a back-flip and get out of the hold. For all his trouble, he was downed with a clothesline. Shelley's game-plan was obvious; he knew that Mistico would want to keep the bout at a fast pace and try to wow his fans with lucha libre offense so he would have to keep dictating the speed of the match. The match would progress in such a way, with Mistico's stunning offense often coming from out of nowhere, but it wasn't a case of sustained domination. Teasing for the La Mistica a couple times during the bout to excite the crowd, it seemed that Alex had his counterparts number, twice evading the finishing manoeuvre from a head-scissors position.
Time would pass, and Alex Shelley's tactics were working. At twelve minutes he had just countered attempted diving head-scissors with a powerbomb, ending Mistico's spell in control. Story of the match. Matt Striker talks up Shelley through-out, speaking of his craftiness and ring psychology. He is definitely using that to great effect on Hazard tonight. At fifteen minutes we watch as Mistico seemingly rises from the ashes, kicking out of a top-rope death valley driver! The fans are unbelievably hot for this match-up and from this point on a Mistico chant thickens - climaxing at the end of the encounter.
Mistico's in control approaching the final hurdle and he has a swarm of momentum on his side. Like a boxer facing the oncoming barrage of punches, Shelley seems shocked, succumbing to Mistico's offense one after another. After kicking out of a fishermans suplex Shelley walks straight into a barrage of chops, each one bringing the decibel level of the crowd up a couple notches! We've reached a climax, the fans anticipation for Mistico to kill off the match is at an all-time high. After a good two minutes of quick-fire offense and Shelley not being able to do anything about it - it has to end now surely. Mistico stands in one corner, waiting for Shelley to stand, the crowd sensing La Mistica to finally end this match. Ever the spoilsport, though, Alex slides out of the ring, immediately making a move towards the announcers table. He retrieves 'his' TNA X-Division title belt, referred to by an irate Joey Styles as "that damn toy belt!" and decides to make a move away from the ring and to the back! Unearthly boos are directed at him, but he doesn't care, breathing ever-so heavily as he makes his way towards the ramp. At the foot of it and heading forward however, Mistico slides out of the ring in pursuit, grabbing his shoulder, but is greeted with a thumb to the eye! Surely Shelley's ways won't steal this contest? He grabs Mistico by the mask and tosses him in under the ropes, followed by entering himself. He stands in the corner similar to where Mistico was just a minute previous, sizing him up with the title belt. The referee is telling him not to, but he doesn't care about a DQ. After wiping the sweat from his forehead one last time he makes his move - VIPER like. Swinging wildly, MISTICO DUCKS!! The momentum sends him into the corner. Upon walking out he receives his comeuppance in the way of a kick to the mid-section and then - after a few steps back from Mistico - HE IS NAILED WITH LA MISTICA!!! He acrobatically performs the tilt–a–whirl head scissors takedown, transitioning into a single arm DDT floated over into a Fujiwara armbar!!! Shelley taps immediately!!
Winner @ 18.47 minutes - Mistico

As expected the crowd are on their feet and a deafening reaction rings out. Mistico's hand is raised by the referee, and he briefly slumps to his knees in exhaustion.

Joey Styles -Folks give Alex Shelley credit - he went in there with a game-plan and it very nearly paid off. He made Mistico work extremely hard for every drop of offense that he could get in, but in the end it's an amazing victory for this young star.

Following the match-up Mistico and Rey celebrate joyously, embracing in a hug once more and raising eachothers hands. Mistico bows to all sides of the arena, prompting immense crowd cheers. The celebrations are put on hold momentarily as Alex Shelley attempts to jump the two of them, but is soon regretting it! Rey Mysterio drop toe-holds him down into the second rope, and the fans know what's next! Mysterio backs up before running forth and hitting a 619, connecting to the mouth of the Detroit-native! The fans love it. Rey and Mistico talk briefly, before match-winner signals to the crowd for a 619 of his own! He takes a step back and hits it, knocking Shelley back and rolling out of the ring!!

Joey Styles -Join us next week, as WAPW Hazard emanates from THE UK! Good night everybody - and thanks for watching.

This special-edition of Hazard ends on a joyous note, as Mistico and Rey raise eachothers hands once more.
 
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Nice video package, reminding me of just what happened at Full Throttle, I really needed that, and now I look forward to what should be a good show, coming off the PPV. I expect new feuds to begin, old feuds to continue, and a rise in the overall quality of this show compared to the PPV. :$

Goldberg as this explosive bully type is awesome, so dragging Burke by the hair is a good option. Goldberg was a decent enough on the mic, all intense and that, although I’ve already spotted a few typos, and I really hope that is not setting a trend for the rest of the show. One thing I didn’t like about the promo, and it came during a good line was this, “I like you Paul, and I know that the last thing that you want on your show, especially one of the magnitude of this, is a champion in intensive care.” Goldberg is pissed off; he’s not going to say I like you Paul. It’s totally contradicting his character, and it’s something I felt totally ruined the mood. The intensive care bit was spot on, top notch line, although once again a pissed off Goldberg, actually even a civil Goldberg, is not going to use the word magnitude. It just seems way out of character, and sometimes you have to remember that it is the wrestler talking, and not you. Besides these two issues, Bill was okay though.

“He hurries himself down into the ring, receiving a microphone, looking at MVP before then setting his sight on ‘Berg.” Okay, first query, when the hell did MVP come out? I haven’t heard anything about him yet, and this just seems like a clumsy, lazy mistake. If this is the case, you must proof read. Also, with Goldberg so angry, do you really think that Heyman would just walk straight into the ring? I’m pretty sure he’d wait at the entrance ramp. Sorry, but little things like this count, imo. The rest of Heyman was pretty good, however I don’t understand why when Heyman said next week, Goldberg didn’t get mad again. He doesn’t seem like the patient type to me.

Christian Cage? I’m not to sure how he fits into the situation, but I’m pretty sure he wants the exact same thing as Goldberg, just a different title. Either way, I think this could have been kept for later in the show, but let’s see how you go with it. Christian was pretty good, showing a nice mix of seriousness and comedy, which is pretty much what his character would be like in this situation.

“Well I guess I’m the fourth and final piece to the puzzle aren’t I. The ‘crown Jewell’ of the WAPW roster.” Awesome line, great way to kick off the MVP promo, this line just exuded arrogance, and that’s exactly what his character should be like. From here, I felt as if the cockiness was a little forced, but I guess it was still decent enough. The ladies coming out was a nice touch, looks like MVP made a call to an escort service. :p

“The fans, who understand English, boo intently.” :lmao, classic, imo. A nice main event for the PPV has been announced, although I would have preferred for the tag match to happen on a weekly show. Although, I guess this is a way for one of the feuds to continue, as the man who doesn’t get pinned is still going to want a shot. Decent start to the show, although bits and pieces of the promo could have been better, it looks as if everything is set for the next month now, my only problem is perhaps you made the match announcement a bit early.

Before I start reading the opening contest, I’d just like to add that I love the fact that Doane has dumped Roberts, I can really see him going far now. Nice win for Albright, thanks to a Roberts incidental distraction? Either way, good start to the in ring action, and I’m interested to see just whether Roberts continues to pursue Doane, and just what happens. It looks like an explosive situation in the making. Another thing I’m curious about is I wonder exactly what is going to happen to Albright. He has got an impressive win, and I truly believe there should be gold in his future.

“Mistico vs Alex Shelley!” Can’t wait to read it, to be honest.

Nice argument between Heyman and MVP, absolutely nothing wrong with the way the thing was written, and from this it looks like you’re trying to build some conflict between MVP and Burke. I loved Burke’s reply to MVP, and it’ll be interesting to see just where this heads, but it seems as if you’re trying to stack the odds against MVP, and I get the feeling he is going to have a JBL type championship reign.

Gen Ex in the house… Austin Aries with a typical victory speech, nothing overly great, although nothing bad, but I’m definitely looking forward to hearing from Eddie Kingston more. And…Here…We…Go.

“Now Team 3D.” Is this really the way he would speak to his family? You should have left this bit out, just didn’t feel right at the start. Besides this, Kingston was pretty spot on, and I actually enjoyed the way his character seemed to be going.

Although, that ended when he got attacked pretty quickly, but this is all about Gen Ex, and they’re definitely going somewhere in this thread. This put over their conniving side, and just what they will do to win the tag team championships. Thought it was awesome, and twist with Team 3D taking out Kingston was great to, it shows that the most important things to all the teams are tag titles, and could add a lot of depth to things a little later on.

Jay and Mark Briscoe did not need to be mentioned here, don’t try and move some things to fast.

Just by looking at this video package I can see big things in store for Brian Danielson, and why not? Is it not Bryan Danielson though? I’m not to sure myself now. :$ Anyway, check the spelling, and then have him own in this thread.

James Mitchell laying down an open challenge for Abyss, with a pretty cool speech to go with it. I call good work on this; it was a very fun read.

Jamie Noble accepting the challenge is definitely something I didn’t expect, although it does excite me greatly. A push for this man would be off the hook, but unfortunately, I can only see a loss in his future tonight. :(

Abyss gets the big win, and I’m disappointed Noble, who is a champion in your thread, only went under five minutes with the big man.

This brawl after the match was written really well, Power. Seriously, you should pat yourself on the back for this one. You had Abyss continue to remain like a monster, and dominate physically, however the resilience you gave Noble showed me that he does indeed have a future in this thread, and that’s something I really am happy to see. “Abyss, I ain’t done with him, let me out, I ain’t done.” This line personifies the whole ‘Pitbull’ character, and an Abyss/Noble feud would be interesting, but I couldn’t help but feel it’d be a little one sided, so hopefully it’s just a little thing.

Hmm, New Brood? If so, you’ve got some work to do, as teams with the word new in it never really work.

Noble was awake, so it won’t make sense, if he isn’t back next week, so hopefully he is back with a vengeance for your next show.

Sugar Lances speech bored me, it seemed to have no use what so ever, and this is exactly the opposite to what a created fed should be heading towards.

Chris Hero as this Azrael character? Weird, but I’m willing to give it a chance. I love these type of gimmicks, and this promo was definitely my favorite of the night so far. “At the mere clicking of a finger I can confront the higher power and take whatever it is that we please.” This mention of the higher power makes me think that Azrael is not the real leader, hopefully this is the case and this ‘higher power’ becomes more and more of a mystery in the coming months. It’s a shame James Mitchell is busy, I could see him leading these guys to success perfectly, but for now, Hero will do, and I’m definitely looking forward to what these guys do in the future of this thread. I say the future because I’m pretty sure the next three weeks are going to be pretty standard with each one of Azrael’s minions picking up a victory to prove themselves.

Nice win here by The UK, they were the only option, as I really don’t like the team of Douglas and Stevens all that much. Looks like another team want a crack at the tag division, and is it weird that I find your tag division to be the most exciting of your whole thread?

Ugh, I didn’t like the way Burke had changed his tune from earlier in the program. Earlier in the show, things were looking exciting for MVP, now they are looking dull, and it looks as if it could just be a normal two on two feud. “I’m no veteran, and I’m no WAPW World Champ, but aside from MVP – I’m the best thing going today.” With this line being said right here, can you explain to me just why they were arguing earlier in the show? I really think you’ve dropped the ball with this one, and I feel as if your whole main event scene just dropped a level in excitement.

Nice little family reunion, and this further emphasized my point that Team 3D will do anything for the gold. Putting their family before gold, and letting Kingston know they would do it again if he got in their way just shows me that there definitely could be a heel turn for 3D in the future. They don’t care about anything but gold, they’re greedy. For now though, they are the face team, and as much a is think they’re stale as faces, they have a good role in this thread at this point in time. Gen EX attack was well done, and I think we may have a six man tag in the future.

Rey Mysterio makes an appearance for no reason at all other then the fact that they are in Mexico, right? :p Anyway, probably would have been good if you could have translated what he said under the Spanish text.

Awesome, main event by the sounds of it. Probably could have been written out a little better, but I got the picture that it was an epic match anyway so it didn’t really matter. Big win for Mistico in his home town as well.

Good for Rey Rey to after the match get a bit over on his rival, Shelley. This just adds some fuel to the fire, and makes me look forward to what else will happen between these guys in the coming weeks.

Overall, the show was better then decent but not great. Good is probably the world I’m looking for. I’m loving the look of your tag division, while the rest can use a little bit of work. Shelley/Rey is good, Doane is looking promising as hell, and I will have to wait and see what happens with this Azrael thing. Your main event scene I believe needs some work, and to ignore it as much as you did through this show (no main eventers had a match is not a good way to start, although you still have plenty of time to fix things. This was definitely a step up in quality from the PPV you produced, and besides the things I’ve mentioned, there are also a few clumsy mistakes that I’ve mentioned throughout that shouldn’t be around. You’re doing okay anyway, keep it up.

 
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Re: Paul Heyman's World Alliance of Professional Wrestling!

WAPW Adrenaline Quick Results;

Reid Flair def. Jim Jacobs in the 'To Be The Man' challenge @ 4.23 mins
La French Connection (Sylvan & Rene) def. Jerelle Clark & David Young @ 3.44 mins
Tyler Blaze def. Ken Omega @ 12.12 mins

Notes;

- Show taped before WAPW Hazard.
- Jimmy Jacobs competed as Jim Jacobs, sporting a regular look.
- Kenny Omega worked a second successive Adrenaline show.
 
#118 · (Edited)
Dub A P Dub

Hiatus - Part Deux

Rather than just ending this via not posting, I'm just going on record to say that I'm taking another break from WAPW. When I took one a little over a month ago, I thought that I'd actually get some work done and do my best to make this thread a success. However, once again I've encountered problems.

For those who are wondering what; well for the last year or so I've been using a laptop with a smashed-up screen, therefore whenever I need to use it - I have to plug a big, heavy-duty moniter in. What's worse, is that my laptop no longer recieves wireless, so in addition to it being uncomfortable and the hassle it causes when I can't get the screen on, I have to sit right next to the intenet adapter. I hope you understand where I'm coming from. This is also why I rarely/never review anybody elses work.

The next show is actually almost done, but I'm going to refrain from posting for a while. I want to get them all written up, so it's not 'a show every month'.


Jon.
 
#120 · (Edited)
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News And Notes - 31st March 2009

WAPW has been ordered by the court of law to pay WWE and TNA a further $970k in compensation. The verdict comes after both companies filed a law-suit against WAPW for 'breaching contracts' and 'poaching their employees'. MVP, Ken Kennedy, Christian Cage and Rey Mysterio are the most noted to be signed from the WWE, whilst Alex Shelley, Abyss, Sugar Daddy Lance (Hoyt) and Team 3D also joined from TNA. This is on-top of an original compensation package of around $500k and $80k to both respective companies. Both WWE and TNA are said to be appeased to a degree, whilst WAPW have yet to comment on the situation. The ruling also stated that WAPW are to not approach contracted individuals, as it could result in a very more serious course of action.

Ric Flair has reportedly taken a step closer to signing with WAPW. WA' officials flew him in to New York city this past Monday for further contract talks. Said talks were reportedly very positive, and it is almost set in stone that the legendary Naitch will appear on WAPW programming sooner rather than later.

Last weeks WAPW Hazard drew a 3.9 rating. It has beaten Raw for a ninth successive week, this time by a .1 margin. In Mexico. where Hazard was held, it drew an incredible 7.1 rating, defeating any WWE programme for a long-while. WAPW are said to not be paying much attention to their ratings at the present, and are instead waiting until they achieve a consistent run to really see how they compare to WWE. As reported two days ago, TNA Impact drew a year-low 1.0 rating, down from the previous weeks 1.1.

As we discovered last week, WAPW has brought in Chris Hero to play the role of the mysterious character 'Azrael'. WAPW's official website revealed that he signed a two and a half year deal with the company.

This weeks Hazard will be held at the Newcastle Metro Radio Arena in England. It will be taped later tonight and is to air tomorrow night live on British television on FX, and then on US-FX as its usual date and time.



For those wondering I am indeed bringing back WAPW. I got nine shows posted and I feel that there's still a lot to be achieved within this thread. It brought some good recognition and won me an award, so I'm definately looking to pick up where I left off. With Szumi's return as well as Mikey's NXG making a strong debut, I've got my work cut out to establish this as one of the top non-WWE threads, but I genuinely feel that in time I will do so. I'll actually be posting the second show following the Full Throttle PPV within the next two days as I've made considerable progress with it over the last few days.

Jon
 
#121 ·
Re: Dub A P Dub

WAPW is back... WOO WOO WOO! YOU KNOW IT! [/awesome catchphrase from awesome Ryder]

Nice that this is back, good that you've chosen this over Tee En Ayy, and 7.1 in Mejico is rather astonishing, although with Mistico and Rey-Rey I guess it could be slightly justified.

As we discovered last week, WAPW has brought in Chris Hero to play the role of the mysterious character 'Azrael'. WAFuck. Off. revealed that he signed a two and a half year deal with the company.
O...k. :no:

Ric Flair has reportedly taken a step closer to signing with TNA.
You mean Dub A P Dub, am I right? :p

Anyways, the return show should be great, hopefully you can get back in the swing o'things.

bye bye now.
 
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It's great to see this back as you have always had a lot of potential and this thread has always had a lot of promise. I don't see how Hazard could be taped and then shown live which is how you put it. It would be nice to see Flair come in but I doubt it and I seriously lol'd at WAPW being sued. They would be sued for a lot more than just under a million. Mysterio alone would be worth that with the merch he brings in. Other than that bout of nitpicking good luck once again :)
 
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Re: Paul Heyman's World Alliance of Professional Wrestling!



Tonight’s Card For Wednesday Night Hazard!

- The UK (Nigel McGuiness & Shamus O'Shaunessy) vs. The Natural Franchise (Chase Stevens & Andy Douglas)!

- Abyss Lays Down An Open Challenge!
- Sugar Daddy Lance vs. ‘Anti Saint’ Ken Doane!
- WAPW Cruiserweight Champion Teddy Hart vs. Pac!
- Christian vs. WAPW North American Champion Elijah Burke!

Two hours of non-stop action, the likes of which can only be seen in the WAPW!
 
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Re: Paul Heyman's World Alliance of Professional Wrestling!

I've had this show written up for a while now and I thought that I may as well go ahead and post it. It may be the last WAPW show that I write, or at least post, for I'm currently dabbling with a new project which hopefully works out. Of course who's to say that feedback from this show doesn't change my mind? :p Lol, I don't expect much in the way of reviews but nevertheless, I present to you - WAPW: Wednesday Night Hazard...





World Alliance Professional Wrestling presentsHAZARD!
Wednesday 1st April 2009
Newcastle Metro Radio Arena, England

*OPENING VIDEO - 'HELL YEAH'*
*PYRO*
|Live Arena| Following an extravagant pyrotechnic display the cameras pan deep into the arena, showcasing the excited fans on hand. One sign in particular reads 'WAPW, Welcome To The UK’, amidst a sea of British flags. After a considerable amount of time passes the voices of Joey Styles and Matt Striker are heard as they introduce us for the show. The camera soon fixates on them, seated at their announcer’s desk at ringside.

Joey Styles – You are looking at the Newcastle Metro Radio Arena in Newcastle England - tonight’s host for WAPW Hazard! As part of the Crossing Borders tour Hazard comes to you from the UK, and on behalf of everybody involved in the WA’ I am thrilled to be here!

Matt Striker – As am I Joe, as am I, and by the sounds of it the British fans are pretty happy about it too - this place is electric. They're all excited to be a part of WAPW tonight!

Joey Styles I’m Joey Styles alongside my broadcast partner and your teacher Matt Striker, and these fans are excited for a good reason because folks lets check out tonight’s blockbuster show;

*** On Screen Graphic - Abyss Will Lay Down Another Open Challenge ***
*** On Screen Graphic - Cruiserweight Champion Teddy Hart vs. The UK's own PAC ***
*** On Screen Graphic - 'Anti Saint' Ken Doane vs. 'Sugar Daddy' Lance ***
*** On Screen Graphic - Main-Event - North American Champion Elijah Burke vs. Christian ***

After narrating each of these and hyping them up, it's time for our opening contest!

*BRITANIA*​

The crowd, as expected, pop big for their fellow Brits - Nigel McGuiness and Sheamus O'Shaunnessy. The two emerge bearing Union Jack flags and proudly wave them to the fans. They both enter the ring, climb to the second rope and parade them again, neither smiling too joyously, rather remaining focused and on-task.

Matt Striker - You've got to believe that a win here in England would most certainly put them in contention for the WAPW tag-team titles - they have been on a roll as of late - still undefeated in WAPW.

*NATURAL FRANCHISE*​

Not too phased about playing the roles of the heels tonight in England, the Natural Franchise are mostly unaffected by the boos they receive. More so than usual the reaction for them is poor, mostly out of love for their opponents, but the youngsters have a cocky swagger about them that would draw the ire of many a man.

Match One – The United Kingdom vs. The Natural Franchise

In a rematch from last weeks show in Mexico, the Natural Franchise were given an opportunity to stop the rot and put an end to their poor run of losses. Tonight’s opponents were on the opposite side of the spectrum, gaining both momentum and popularity already - a win tonight would surely put them in the running for a title shot at the 'Scars And Stripes' PPV in just under two months.
Upon starting the match the fans would let their feelings be known, cheering everything that The UK did and booing everything Stevens and Douglas did. To start off the bout The UK dominated, with Nigel getting in considerable offense before tagging in Sheamus who inflicted more damage. In one notable spot early on, with Chase Stevens on the outside of the ring, Sheamus executed a fall-away slam sending DOUGLAS FLYING OUT AND OVER THE ROPES ONTO HIS PARTNER! The fans were definitely impressed by the Irish mans show of incredible strength. As the match wore on The Natural Franchise inevitably got the advantage; Chase Stevens slipped out of the corner and out of the path of the on-running Sheamus, allowing a quick tag and spell of double-team domination.
Even with The Briscoes watching, who made there way down to the bottom of the ramp at the six minute mark to observe, the match was no formality for The UK but in the end, after over ten minutes of action, they got the win. With Nigel just off of the hot-tag he was cleaning house - lariat for Douglas, lariat for Stevens! After hammering away on Douglas with right hands, forearms and uppercuts he planted him with a delayed-brainbuster parallel to the turnbuckle where Sheamus was standing on the apron. After looking to the fans and pumping them up, he tagged in O'Shaunnessy and pointed to the top rope! With that, the man in green trunks climbed to the top, readying himself and gaining balance. Soon enough he was standing tall high-above the prone body of his opponent Douglas. Chase Stevens got to his feet and attempted to intervene but was turned INSIDE OUT with an EPIC lariat!! With that, Sheamus hit a stunning CELTIC SPLASH!! 1, 2, 3!!!

Winners @ 10.13 minutes – The United Kingdom

*BRITANIA*

After continuing their superb momentum The UK celebrate in ring, immediately retrieving their flags and waving for their British fans. Joey Styles and Matt Striker are impressed with the duo, praising the athleticism and power of Sheamus with the finishing maneuver. During the post-match celebrations their attentions turn to The Briscoe’s, as both of whom hop up onto the apron and look directly at their counterparts. After a brief stare-down between the two teams it seems as if it's going to come to blows. The UK drop their flags and take a step back, almost daring them to enter. After staring each other out some more The Briscoe’s hop down from the apron, electing not to get physically involved. As they back up the ramp, The UK come closer to the ropes, motioning 'What?' to the brothers. In response, they signal to the Brits that it is THEY who are seeking the title shot and THEY who will be getting it - not The UK.






COMMERCIALS






|Interview Area| Hazard returns with interviewer Scott Hudson standing by with Gen Ex, Roderick Strong, Jack Evans and Austin Aries. They stand too the right of Hudson with the champions' tag-team titles slung over their shoulders.

Scott Hudson - I'm Scott Hudson here on Hazard and I'm standing by with former tag-team champions, Gen Ex. You requested this time?

Aries snatches the microphone from Scott Hudson and takes a step forward into the camera shot.

Austin Aries - (With a sense of urgency in his voice) Yeah, yeah as a matter of fact I did, Scott. See myself and Roddy aren't gonna stand idly by whilst Paul Heyman plays Russian Roulette with our careers. Gen Ex, aren't anyone’s bitches!

He breathes fairly heavily, adrenaline clearly running through his veins.

Austin Aries - See what I'm hear to address is the simple fact of the POLITICS that are being played inside WAPW. Talent, using relationships with the brass to get a better place on the roster. 3D, Ray, Devon - I'm talking to you! See we're not accepting the way that you boys and Pal Heyman are running the tag-team division! Word in the back is that Heyman's lining up ANOTHER shot at Gen Ex and our tag-team titles!

He turns to his left and questions Scott Hudson.

Austin Aries - Scott, you're a fact-buff – you know your shit right?

Hudson shrugs his shoulders suggesting that he does.

Austin Aries - Well lemme' ask you this - who, in the first month of WAPW programming, defeated Team 3D - TWICE? Who beat them - fair and square, twice in a row, and STILL didn't get the titles?

Scott Hudson - Well I-I guess that would be you two gentlemen.

Austin Aries - Thank you. After TWO wins, fair and square, TWO clean pin-falls - they STILL got a chance to win the tag-team titles. Scott, let me ask you another question - even after losing two matches in a row to us, who got to decide the stipulation? Who did the stipulation favor?!

Scott Hudson - That would be Team 3D.

Austin Aries - Yeah, you're right, it would. See, the FAVOURTISM, and that's what it is - blatant FAVOURITISM - it's screwing us over. So what, we don't have time to kiss the asses of Paul Heyman and the rest of the WAPW officials. So what, we were never in that garbage promotion - ECW. Even after defeating those brown-nosing bastards three times - they get another shot at us.

Aries shrugs his shoulders in a contained rage. He doesn't know what more to say. He collects himself.

Austin Aries - I'm tired of this. Team 3D ... Paul Heyman - I'm sick and tired of it. If you want to give those guys another chance at us, I guess we can't stop you. BUT, I know one thing for sure, if they're getting a shot - it's gonna be on our terms.

Aries looks to Roderick, who grins.

Austin Aries - That's right. Battle Lines - they had their patented Tables match. Full Throttle - we beat them in a Ladder match. Uprising - ultimate submission. Wait, no, how about a CAGE MATCH? No, falls count anywhere? I quit - it doesn't MATTER what we pick. The simple reality is that when we beat you, 3D - (in a somber tone) you retire. You heard me. If you want to risk it all, rise up and attempt to snatch these babies *slaps title on his shoulder* then you're going to have to put your career on the line.

Austin and Roderick stare at each other once more, Aries slapping the title on Strong's shoulder.

Austin Aries - Pal Heyman - make it happen. 3D, at Uprising - it's going to be the end of your careers.

The camera pans to the left of the champions to Scott Hudson.

Scott Hudson - Well WAPW you heard it here first, at Uprising it's going to be titles vs. careers - but finally Gen Ex, what do you have to say after turning on Eddie Kingston last week, and then attacking both him and Team 3D in the treatment room?

Austin Aries smirks. Roderick is to field this question.

Roderick Strong - Scott, it's pretty obvious those who come from the Dudley family aren't the sharpest knifes in the drawer. Eddie Kingston is no exception. At Full Throttle we saw an opportunity to prevent him from screwing us over, so we took that. When we were done with him, after we were done using him - we kicked his ass to the curb, it's as simple as that.


|Live Arena| We cut back to the live arena with the camera briefly fixated on the fans in attendance. Joey Styles and Matt Striker take a moment to reiterate the ramifications of the match between 3D and Gen Ex, if 3D decide to accept.

*ALL ABOUT ALEX*

Out steps the flamboyant youngster, Alex Shelley. Wearing skin-tight, shiny-silver pants and a tight-black tank top he makes his way down the ramp and into the ring, ignoring the fans surrounding him. He hops up onto the apron and leans back on the ropes, closing his eyes as he raises both hands. He receives a microphone from Howard Finkel before beginning.

Alex Shelley - Ya know, I've been lucky enough to have traveled the world doing what I love for a living. Wrestling has taken me all across the globe, I've been to some beautiful and historic places - but I gotta say, England, you take the cake.

The fans pop for Alex Shelley momentarily...

Alex Shelley - Yep, that's right England, you are by far the ugliest ... smelliest ... most ill-educated country on the face of this planet

The pervious applause swiftly turns to huge heat for the youngster. He grins, pouting to the camera.

Alex Shelley - Frankly I think it's a disgrace that the most charismatic young star in the business has to put up with the likes of you. Look around you. Look around at the people that fill this arena - and then look at me. Stark comparison. England, I'm simply too good to have to come to your country and perform in front of all of you.

He briefly walks around the ring before stopping in a different spot.

Alex Shelley - I'm a positive person. I like to think that there's a little good in all of us, and it's with that in mind that I thank you England. I mean, you people make me so proud, and so happy to be an American. It's times like this that you realise how great your life is and how all of your problems are put into perspective when thinking of people like you.

Heat continues to rain down on Shelley, who is clearly enjoying himself out there.

Alex Shelley - See I come from a place called Detroit - a real city. Our sporting honors are stuff of legend. The Tigers, The Red Wings - you name it, Detroit has won it.

He motions with both hands as if he was weighing up with scales.

Alex Shelley - Newcastle on the other hand, well, that really does speak for itself doesn't it.

He looks questioningly to the crowd as they respond negatively to his cheap shots.

Alex Shelley - Now as much as I could say and as long as I could go on, I'm not out here to give you that satisfaction of Alex-interaction. I'm out here to address someone who like you, isn't worthy of my time. That person, is Rey Mysterio.

An obvious pop for the Mexican.

Alex Shelley - You like him huh? You all like Rey-Rey? Well I've got news for ya - I don't. You're not going to like what I plan on doing to Rey the next time I get my hands on him. You're going to sit back in your chairs at home, or sit in your little chairs in the audience, and shudder. You'll cringe. You'll cry, you'll scream, you'll shout 'No Shelley, No', when you witness what I do to him. 'Cause what he did, and the mockery he made of me, him and his little immigrant buddy Mistico - they'll pay. They like the two on one attacks, they like to double up on me with an unfair advantage because they know, one on one - they wouldn't last three minutes in the ring with me.

He runs his hand through his slick hair.

Alex Shelley - At Uprising, come hell or high water, I'm getting a match with him. Paul Heyman you're sitting in the back with your finger up your ass, how about you, for once, do what's best for the promotion and more importantly for me and grant me a match with Rey Mysterio. Huh, how about it? Rey's going round the back feigning a knee injury and telling everyone how he can't wrestle for over a month, well you know what I call it? I don't know what you idiots call it, but on Planet Shelley - we call it 'ducking'. Yeah, that's right, Rey Mysterio is ducking a one-on-one match with Total-Nonstop-Alex.

Shelley pulls 'his' X-Division title belt from his left shoulder and then places it over his right one.

Alex Shelley - In closing, Rey, just like you took my credibility by getting lucky and beating me down with your illegal buddy, I'm taking your mask, Rey. I'm beating you at Uprising, and raping your heritage, and all that you think it stands f...

*DIAL IT UP*

Alex is stopped in his tracks and the fans erupt. Soon enough Rey emerges at the top of the ramp, his left leg bearing a metallic brace over his blue pants. He raises both hands high into the air and smiles. He is holding a microphone.

Rey Mysterio - What's up England?!

The usual mega-pop is heard, as Rey pauses momentarily.

Rey Mysterio - Unlike this chump in the ring, I am PROUD and HONOURED to be here tonight in front of you fans.

Aaaand another pop ~ !

Rey Mysterio - Alex it takes a real tough guy to try and get a match with someone who's injured doesn't it? You know as well as everybody else does that at Full Throttle, thanks to you, I suffered a ligament injury in my left knee. They say it'll only keep me out of action for a few weeks, but it does mean that I miss out on kicking your ass at Uprising.

Boos are heard upon hearing that Rey can't compete at Uprising.

Rey Mysterio - I can wait, Alex, I can bite my tongue and be patient but I can't wait for too long. You on the other hand, you’re eager to fight at Uprising though, right?

Alex Shelley - You're damn right I'm eager, Rey. I’m ready, willing and able, and it’s a shame that you’re too much of a coward to compete.

Rey Mysterio - Well that's great! That's the best news I've since I heard we were coming to England..

W00t.

Rey Mysterio - Because, if you're so 'eager to fight' and ready to do some damage at Uprising - then hell, since I can't compete - how about I find you a replacement?

Shelley looks questioningly at Rey.

Rey Mysterio - Since I'm out of action until Scars And Stripes, why don't I hand-pick the guy who will take my place and beat you?

Alex Shelley - Rey, do you not understand me? It's all about Alex baby, and I'm ready, willing - and able to beat the snot out of whoever you have in mind.

Rey Mysterio - Well then, with that in mind, let me introduce my replacement. You seem to want to get your hands on him, and believe me - he wants to get you in the ring just as bad! Your opponent at Uprising ... give it up England, for MISTICOOOOO!!

*MISTERIOUS*

There's a great reception for Mistico who emerges energetically, jumping with his arms held high. He eventually alligns himself next to Rey in looking down at Alex in the ring. Shelley's body language and expressions don't give away much of how he's feeling about facing Mistico. Mistico gets on the mic, surveying the arena before beginning.

Mistico - Alex, que quieres en levantamiento así que tienes conmigo. Usted quería líos con el toro, que está recibiendo los cuernos. Voy a tomar en el levantamiento WAPW Uprising los cuernos y le lanza en la victoria. Nos vemos en Uprising!

The fans pop, most of them not understanding a lick of what he just said, including Alex, who gives a perplexed look. Rey is in a joyous mood as is his pal.

Rey Mysterio - He said he'll see you - at Uprising! OLLALLEEY!!

*DIAL IT UP*

We head to a commercial break as Rey raises Mistico's hand, all the while staring and pointing to Alex in the ring.





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|Video Package| Inside one of the most high-tec training facilities in the country stands newcomer Brian Danielson. The video is of him pushing his body to the limit using all sorts of weight-lifting equipment, fitness drills and wrestling with a sparring partner. Throughout it is narrated by various wrestlers and personalities, changing as with the locations.

Austin Aries - Brian Danielson? The first thing that comes to my mind is special. I mean, this guy is, in my mind, the best in the world. He's got a little bit of everything. Submissions, lucha libre, brawling, mat wrestling - there's not a flaw in his game.

Alex Shelley - I've had the privilege of wrestling Brian on a number of occasions and taking all things into consideration he's probably the toughest opponent I've ever had. He can counter anything you throw at him and then some. He's just that damn good.

Christian Cage - Of all the guys outside of WAPW that I would love to face, and know in my heart that we would put on the match that would steal the show - it's him. I've heard so much about him, seen so much of him - WAPW is the ultimate test. Brian's gonna have to step his game up, and I hope he does.

Brent Albright - Brian Danielson, is, the man. He is the best in the world. He's finally made it to the biggest stage in wrestling and I think now he'll improve even more. It's quite scary actually when you think about it.

Paul Heyman - He's the man who when I first was asked by WAPW owner Michael Morton after the first ever Hazard, who I wanted to bring in - I immediately told him that I wanted Brian in my company. It’s been a long wait for Brian to make the step up to a mainstream wrestling organization, but now the stage is set. It's all down to him now. He's going to help WAPW redefine mainstream wrestling I think.

Joey Styles - He's got all the hype, all the momentum in his corner. He's got all the attention on him - it's his time to deliver the goods. Whoever he faces at Uprising in his first match, they're in for one hell of a battle.


|Interview Area| We're backstage, and the always-beautiful Torrie Wilson is joined by Christian Cage!

Torrie Wilson - Ladies and gentlemen I'm Torrie Wilson and I am joined at this time by none other than 'Captain Charisma' - Christian Cage. Christian, tonight in a match made by Paul Heyman, you face off with North American Champion Elijah Burke in a non-title match. What are your thoughts?

Christian, not looking into the camera seems to be oblivious to Torrie. She continues to hold a microphone to his mouth before he finally comes around.

Christian Cage - Huh? I'm sorry Torrie, what was that?

Torrie Wilson - (After gathering her words again) Uh, tonight you face Elijah Burke in a non-title match. How do you feel going into this?

Again, Christian is not all there, seemingly listening to something far-away. Torrie waves her hand slowly in front of Christian's face, bringing him too again.

Christian Cage - Huh-wha? I'm sorry Torrie. Ya see, (enthusiastically) I was too busy listening to the ever-increasing chants felt across England by my peeps, of 'Christian - Christian - Christian - Christian ~ !

He fades out as the fans in attendances begin to chant. This brings a grin to the Canadians face.

Christian Cage - Now, where were we? Elijah Burke? Main-event? Non-title match? How do I feel? Torrie, I feel good. As a matter of fact, I feel - great. Never better, for at Uprising, I get a chance at redemption, a chance at the WAPW World Championship - something that should have been mine a long time ago. Never one to get caught up in the past, Captain Charisma is simply looking forward and looking to Uprising where destiny will be fulflled. It's been one hell of a ride the past two months, and there've been certain roadblocks in my path, but Torrie now it's all come to pass and I've risen above all of it - there is nothing that can stop me.

He pauses to once more look into a different zone. He then returns to

Christian Cage - I feel reborn, better than ever. I woke up this morning to the sound of birds chirping cheerfully, to the smell of freshly-picked roses and freshly-cut grass, hopped out of bed, looked in the mirror and thought to myself - wow, 'what a wonderful world'.

He and Torrie look at each other.

Christian Cage - Tonight with Elijah Burke is all about the two p's - preview, and pay-back. Preview because tonight I face on half of my opponents at Uprising in the winner take all tag-team match and I get to hand out some pay-back for getting his nose stuck in my business for all this time. He's a good, young competitor sure, a future WAPW champion even - but Elijah, you're not Christian Cage. You've got skills - but I've got more. You've got a title - but not for long, because at Uprising when I pin either you or MVP I'm picking up the World Title, and you're LOSING your North American Title that you've worked oh-so hard to get.

He stares directly into the camera one last time.

Christian Cage - Sorry kid, that's just how I roll, and if you didn't know - well, you will later on tonight.

Torrie Wilson - My final question and one which everybody wants to know - can you trust Goldberg as your partner at Uprising?

He looks to her for a moment, displaying little more than a grin.

Christian Cage - Hm, well Torrie, I guess we'll have to just wait and see.

He winks at her before making his exit out of the scene.


|Live Arena| -

*INTO THE ABYSS*

The daunting sound of Abyss' music greets the ears of the fans in the arena, prompting a mixed reaction. Trailing his 'father', James Mitchell, who is dressed in an extravagant all-green suit, he makes his way slowly down and into the ring. He carries chains which are dangling from his neck. As usual he is wearing his orange prison-clothing with 'PARK' emblazoned on the back. Mitchell receives a microphone and begins.

James Mitchell - Well, well, well, first Mexico and now here we are in England. I'm not out here to bad-mouth you people and your country, because in all honesty - your pitiful lives really do speak for themselves don't they.

Cheap heat.

James Mitchell - Regardless of geographical alignment the outcome will always be the same. I will cut to the chase and inform both you fans, and all of the men in the back, that myself and Chris are out here - like last week - in search of a challenger. Yes, you heard me. After last weeks total destruction and annihilation of one James Noble, Abyss still has the taste for blood deep inside his bones. See, as with Kennedy, he wasn't enough to sooth my sons blood-lust.

The camera hones in on the looming figure of Abyss, who jolts forward in the direction of the camera in anger.

James Mitchell - Some might say I'm wasting my time by coming out here. They may believe so, because let's face it - who in the back would actually want to step into the ring with this wrecking ball?! Maybe I am wasting my time. Maybe nobody will accept our little proposal. However, in the unfortunate case of no one person VOLUNTARILY mixing it up with Abyss - he will have no choice but to march right down that aisle and find somebody to DESTROY!!

Mitchell's microphone-bearing arm falls to his side as both he and his son wait in anticipation for a taker. As seconds quickly pass, it would appear that nobody is willing to take them up on the offer. They make a move to the ropes, when ...

*PITBULL*

To the complete shock of the fans in attendance and James Mitchell in the ring, the music of Jamie Noble hits, the man who Abyss decimated last week on Hazard!

Matt Striker - Please tell me this is a joke. H-he can't be serious about coming out here, Joe.

After a pause without any sight of Noble - he appears. Wearing jean shorts and a flannel-waist jacket, he walks out onto the entrance ramp. His ribs are heavily bandaged and he is wearing black braces on both of his knees, as well as the Hardcore title in the grasp of his right-hand...

Joey Styles -Folks Jamie Noble is clearly in no position to be competing tonight after last week.

Noble is trash-talking Abyss from the top f the ramp, ignoring the pleas of his girlfriend, Nidia. She has a hold of his arm but he is relentless in making his way to ringside. He drops his Hardcore title to the mat without a second-thought and then bravely attempts to slide in under the ropes but can only make it onto the apron and not quite under. He's clearly in excruciating pain...

Match Two – Jamie Noble vs. Abyss

Somewhat inhumanely the bell sounds. Not letting up for a split-second, Abyss paces towards Noble on the apron and begins stopping him through the ropes, driving his huge foot down into the abdomen of the fallen-champion! The big man drops to his knee and pulls Noble head-first from under the ropes up onto his feet, displaying his far superior strength. Abyss then cups Noble's head with his left hand and fires away on the head and body with his right in perfect 1-1 sequence. He eventually crumples to his knees, and is a sitting duck for a running boot to the face from the wrecking ball! Abyss stands over him, figuratively drooling at what he could possibly do next. Eventually Noble gets to a level-base somehow, clutching his gut. He is sent flying into the corner with a stiff-right hand, where he's conveniently propped up. The big-man backs up into the opposite corner and proceeds to sprint at him, CRUSHING him with a huge corner splash!! Noble then would stagger forward and after a well-placed boot to the mid-section, he is lain across the back of Abyss and hoisted up onto his shoulders - SHOCK TREATMENT!! Noble's back comes crashing down over the unforgiving frame of Abyss, and the impact sends the hardcore champion flying too.

Joey Styles -Referee please, just count the three and end this now...

1...2... Abyss lifts the shoulder up from the mat! The camera shows the face of a horrified Nidia at ringside who is screaming 'Jamie' repeatedly. Inside the ring and Abyss is kneeling over the prone-body of his 'opponent'. He's certainly not posing and offense, though. Saliva flies through the masks bar-holes from Abyss, and it's obvious that he is reaching an emotional climax. He scrambles to his feet and leers at Noble, daring him to get up. Somehow - he does. Using the referee for leverage he drags himself up, but is helpless as he walks straight into a vicious BLACK HOLE SLAM!! 1,2 and mercifully - 3.

Winners @ 2.13 minutes – Abyss

*INTO THE ABYSS*

The referee immediately takes the initiative and checks on Jamie Noble, attempting to cordon him off from any further assault.

Joey Styles - The outcome was never really in doubt, but lets just hope that Abyss has got his 'fix' and is done with Jamie Noble.

The words of Joey Styles serve as a jinx of sorts, as Abyss soon makes a move towards his fallen opponent and drags him throat-first to his feet. Noble can barely even struggle as he is throttled brutally and gasping for air. Abyss than places one hand on the lower back of Noble and powers him up - then down for a CHOKESLAM! He looms over him, shaking visibly and in a frenzied state.
"AAARRRGHHH!" he yells aggressively, as he kneels over him and lays into him with left and right hands, one after the other!

Joey Styles - (solemnly) This is, this is just despicable. Security are surely on their way, EMT's too one would hope. This needs to stop soon or Jamie Noble may suffer some serious damage.

On cue, minus a few seconds, both EMT's and security guards stream down through the aisle, bearing a stretcher. The three security guards manage to drag Abyss off of his battered rival, but the blood is already flowing from the hairline of the Hardcore champion. James Mitchell orders Abyss into the corner and the two partake in watching on as the carnage is dealt with. The camera pans to the top of the ramp where Noble's girlfriend Nidia comes sprinting down urgently. She runs up the steps wearing cut-off jean shorts and a tight white top, though she's not wearing any footwear. She pushes through the wall of security guards and kneels over her boyfriend, yelling "JAMIE" repeatedly. She is visibly and rightfully shaken. The commentary team until this point have been silent but for a few apt comments on what is happening, but they come to voice as Abyss makes a move - towards NIDIA!

Matt Striker - Oh, oh no.

She is oblivious to the monster that is standing parallel to her, but she perks up when the security guards pull her away from him. For her safety they take her to the other side of the ring, as Abyss looks on with a deranged look in his eyes. Suddenly, she jolts forwards and lunges at Abyss, slapping him in a flurry of aggression!! Not the wisest thing to do, but Abyss doesn't know how to react to it. He smiles. He bears a wide grin of sadistic affection. As the security guards restrain her she's still within an arms distance of him, as he extends his club-like arm and gently runs his two fingers through her curly, brown hair. Eventually she's forcefully restrained and dragged to safety, and we cut to a commercial...





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|Live Arena| -

*CRASH*

Back from a bombardment of advertisements and we're ready for action! The familiar sound of a car-crash followed up by a trash-metal beat grabs the viewer by the throat and demands attention. Out steps 'Anti Saint' Ken Doane, dressed in all black (shorts, knee-pads, elbow-pads, boots). He makes no fuss or goes to no length to be extravagant. After climbing onto the second rope and looking deep into the crowd emotionlessly he erupts with a roar and raises both clenched-hands high.

*SUGAR SWEET*

Contrary to the demeanor of his opponent, Sugar Daddy Lance emerges wearing his usual extravagant attire, similar to that of an 80's glam rocker. He is tailed by two girls, both of whom are carrying a small glass-bottle of whisky. Half-way down the ramp and the trio stop, as Lance pours the liquid over the chest of one of his scantily-clad brunettes, before rubbing his face in it! The English crowd pop. Before Lance can proceed to do likewise with the other girl, Ken Doane comes running up the ramp and attacks Lance from behind...

Match Three - 'Anti Saint' Ken Doane vs. Sugar Daddy Lance

Though the match didn't begin officially for a short-while, the action certainly did! Ken takes Lance to his knees with a running clothesline to the back and proceeds to batter him with hard elbows to the forehead from behind. After having enough of striking his helpless opponent he drags him to his feet by the hair and using the hair, tosses Lance down and flying into the steel steps!! The Anti Saint is driven and is not wasting any time! After stomping away rabidly at the back of Lance he finds it necessary to throw him in under the ropes and start the match.
Though starting off on top, and for a good while dominating, showing not only his ruthlessness but his undoubted potential, Lance would strike lucky and find a way back in to the bout. The match became a contest when Doane was told to get off of his opponent after a five count filled with punches, leading to the Anti Saint to approach the referee, grab him by the shirt and yell at him. Lance would proceed to gather himself and hit a low blow, which the referee unsurprisingly turned a blind eye to. For the following five minutes it would be evenly fought, but if anyone had the most offense in it was Doane.
The end came near the seven minute mark. After a run of momentum, Ken Doane hit his finishing maneuver - the kick to the gut followed by a forward-jumping DDT. He would get to his feet and rather than pinning and winning the bout, he makes a move for the outside! With his eyes set on a steel-chair, he snatches one from Howard Finkel, slapping him in the face for good measure! While this takes place Jake Roberts, Doane's estranged manager makes his way down to ringside to watch the finish unfold. With Doane back in the ring and with the chair, his attention is taken by the sight of The Snake. He shouts at him, and tells him to get out of here. Roberts does, backing up a few steps to diffuse the situation. This though allows Lance up, and Doane walks straight into a boot - slamming the chair straight into his own skull!! He covers, and the referee counts for three.

Winner @ 6:45 minutes - Sugar Daddy Lance!

The winner briefly gets his hand raised and swiftly exits the ring and makes his way to the back eagerly with his girls.

Matt Striker - Joe, I wish I could be a fly on the wall at the Sugar Daddy's celebration party tonight!

Still standing outside and looking on, Jake Roberts is summoned to the ring by an enraged Ken Doane. The former manager obliges, slowly and hesitantly entering. Doane has a microphone, as he grabs Roberts by the throat and backs him into the corner.

Ken Doane - ROBERTS!

He pauses, breathing heavily due to exhaustion.

Ken Doane -Roberts, if you EVER ... and I do mean, EVER, get in MY business again - I won't blink before I break your neck!

He pauses again, this time to wipe the sweat off of his forehead with the wrist of the hand holding the microphone.

Ken Doane - I've told you once and I'll tell the whole world now, I do not NEED a manager. Snake, with you by my side for that short-while where did we go? What did we win? Nothin', that's what. I am ... (!!!!) THE ANTI SAINT (!!!!) ... and I answer to no one, got it?!

Roberts reluctantly nods, as Doane backs off. As Ken turns around he looks down at the floor to see the chair which lost him the match. He picks it up and looks at it, looks to Roberts, before then looking at the referee in the corner of the ring, nailing him in the forehead with it!!

Matt Striker - Dear Lord... that is uncalled for. That's just wrong.

After pondering his actions and seemingly regretting them, Doane has a rush of blood to the head once more, as he hops through the ropes to the outside, and repeatedly smashes the steel-chair against the cold, silver ring-post!!

Joey Styles - Ken Doane has gone berserk. He is a loose-cannon!

After practically destroying the chair, an immense feat in itself, he stops, tossing it to the side. He runs his hand through his spiked, brown hair and turns to the top of the ramp to exit. However, who else but PAUL HEYMAN steps out, dressed formally, and with a microphone in hand.

Paul Heyman - I don't know who in the hell you think you are, but I'll tell you what you are, and that is suspended!

Doane looks to him with an enraged look on his face.

Paul Heyman -I've got referees in my ear fearing for their health, telling me that they don't want to officiate your matches. Not only are you a threat to those around you, be it commentators, ring announcers and hell, I wouldn't doubt that you wanna swing for me right now, but you're a threat to yourself.

Doane's look is slightly perplexed.

Paul Heyman -Kenny, you like to think of yourself as the future of this business, and if I'm honest, quite a lot of us think you are too. But, the way you are acting is not only costing those around you, but it's costing you. So, with that in mind, you are gone until further notice and if you return a second sooner - we will be wishing you well in your future endeavors and you will be FIRED.

Don't cross the boss ~ ! Heyman leaves Doane looking pissed and holding his head in his hands.






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|Backstage| In a dark location backstage are Azrael, David (Heath), Paul (London) and Matthew (Michaels). The faces of the latter three are visible only by the candle-light of which they are holding. Azrael cannot be seen, only heard in his deep-toned murmur.

Azrael - Tonight, my disciples, is the first night of the initiation period. Over the course of the next two weeks all three of you will have faced a challenge, an obstacle placed in front of you by me ... Azrael. Your job is simple, and it is to overcome those who stand before you. In my house there are many doors, but no rooms for the weak. With my father, who art in Heaven watching on, I want you to give your soul to the cause. Tonight, Paul, is your night.

Both David and Matthew fade from the picture as they blow their candles out.

Azrael - The job is simple, but not simple enough for someone undeserving of my elixir. Do it well and you come a step closer to Heaven, where together we will drink the blood of the sinners. It's time.


|Interview Area| Shane Douglas is standing by with Team 3D.

Shane Douglas -Team 3D you requested this interview time, what's on your mind?

Brother Devon - Shane, this is to address those Gen Ex punks, Aries and Strong.

Douglas politely steps out of the shot as Devon looks at the camera.

Brother Devon - Earlier on tonight you offered us a rematch at those tag-team titles at the Uprising, but on one condition - the condition that if we lose that match, then we're through. If we lose, we're done. If we lose at Uprising - we, retire. Haha, YOU WANTED A WAR?! Brotha, I THINK THEY GOT IT!!

Ray slaps the back of Devon.

Brother Ray - Gen Ex in nearly twenty years of being in this business, through all the titles, the opponents, the companies - you punks are the most arrogant, self-righteous, little pricks of them all! You've got balls, I'll give you that. What you did to us at Full Throttle, what you got our cousin to do, it took balls. However, I think you'll find that Uprising, requesting this match didn't take balls - it took inexperience. Boys when the chips are down, and when everything’s riding on a match, everybody that knows something about this business knows, that we deliver. We're the most decorated tag-team ... ever. You brats are barely past rookie status, and you made a rookie mistake in giving us this match. When the pressure is on - we thrive off of it. When the single most important thing to us in the world is on the line - WE WILL BRING IT LIKE NEVER BEFORE! If you thought that the matches on Hazard were tough ... if you thought that our tables match at Uprising was hard ... and if you thought that the Ladder match at Full Throttle took everything you had and then some - *calmly* wait until Uprising.

The angry demeanor changes to a calmer one.

Brother Devon - Shane, I think my brotha' said all that needed to be said. Uprising ... April 19th ... no stipulations, no interference, no funny stuff ... just two teams, fighting to see who's the best in the world.


|Live Arena| The camera returns to briefly survey the front-row of the arena, where the fans are nothing short of ruckus. Joey Styles and Matt Striker identify none other than Newcastle United football players Kevin Nolan and Steven Taylor seated at ringside. They both grin at the direction of the camera, before it switches to a shot of the ring where Howard Finkel is standing. It’s time for our next contest!

*HART OF A CANADIAN*

The WAPW Cruiserweight Champion makes his entrance, emerging from the tunnel looking displeased and generally not happy to be here. He wears baggy gold pants and has a matching golden waist-coat, of which the buttons are undone. He tips his glasses down and looks at the crowd, before pushing them back up the bridge of his nose and making his way to the ring. His swagger is evident as he enters the ring, holding his title belt high with both hands.


Match Four – Pac vs. Teddy Hart

England’s own Pac was given the opportunity of a lifetime when he stepped into the ring with the Cruiserweight Champion of the world, Teddy Hart. Though not a title match, a win or an impressive performance with the world watching and in front of his own country would certainly do wonders for his career. At only 22 years of age ‘the man who gravity forgot’ had a game-plan which was to throw caution to the wind and simply go for it. He did just that, immediately going on the offensive as soon as the bell rung, landing multiple forearms to Teddy and backing him into the ropes. Pac continued a high-pressure start, backing up before charging at him and taking Teddy out of the ring with a clothesline!! The fans were into this match from the get-go, and it was never more clear than after Pac’s first impressive high-flying stunt as he climbed onto the apron and then ran at Teddy, hitting a stunning shooting star press of which took a lot out of both competitors!! The fans were in for nothing less than a treat with Pac’s high-octane style impressing enthralling the audience.

Commercial Break.

The commercial break came just over a minute into the bout and upon returning the action was back in the ring, with Pac raining down on Ted Hart with the ten-punch in the corner. After counting to seven, Pac was put in a precarious position when Teddy walked forward in a powerbomb position. However, the wherewithal of the youngster allowed him to land a couple more punches and eventually turn the move into a high-impact hurricarana! Hart’s head connected with the canvas in an ugly way, resulting in the referee checking him over. In the mean-time, the Englishman threw his hands into the air, garnering a great response.
The pause for the champion allowed the match to slow down and for the momentum to be quelled. Hart, doing what champions do best, dictated the tempo for the next period of the match and began to take control. It would be back and forth for the duration of the remaining eight minutes, with both men putting on a show. Eventually, class began to shine through and the champion was earning his stripes, as he countered a cross-body from the top rope with a drop-kick to the gut! Upon getting to his feet Pac walked straight into a stern boot to the mid-section, followed by Hart’s version of the Canadian Destroyer! The crowd erupted upon impact, applauding the daring move. This took a lot out of both men, with Hart not going for the pin immediately, but when he did he only scored a two and a half count. Slowly he got back to his feet and awaited Pac to do the same. After pulling himself to his feet Pac was clearly dazed, as the English-men backpedalled straight into Teddy’s signature maneuver the ‘Hart Rate’ – a devastating belly to back suplex turned into a sitout powerbomb! The result was unquestionable as the referee counted three!!

Winner @ 15:45 minutes – Teddy Hart!


*** HART OF A CANADIAN ***

After shrugging off the referees futile attempt at raising Hart’s hand, the champion whilst clutching his gut gets to his feet and demands his title. A lower-being rushes to hand the referee the belt through the ropes to give to Hart. Hart however doesn’t accept the title in his hands, as he forces the apprehensive referee to strap the belt on his waist. When done, Hart raises both hands and basks in his own glory. Suddenly though, from through the crowd comes Paul London from The Diciples! Dressed in black pants, boots and wrist-tape, he hops the barricade and slides in under the ropes into the ring and attacks Hart!

Joey Styles – Paul London? What business does he have out here?!

London knocks Hart into the corner with a hard club to the back, before unloading with hard-punches to the face and body! The referee attempts to call London off of Hart, but is scared away. Meanwhile Azrael emerges at the top of the ramp, watching on with his arms crossed. Hart though is in a bad way, and is dropped with a vicious spike-piledriver in the middle of the ring! When all is said and done London stands over the champion with the Cruiserweight title belt in his left-hand, and with his right he makes the sign of a cross on his chest. He grins as we go to a video package.


|Video Package| A short Uprising promotional video airs. It advertises the two matches to be announced so far – Christian and Goldberg vs. MVP and Elijah Burke, and Team 3D vs. Gen Ex






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|Video Package| With the camera shot fixated downwards with an extreme close-up, a pair of hands rapidly type away at a keyboard. Seconds pass with the hands continuing to type. The screen suddenly fades to black. Seconds later it returns as we see a computer screen with a wall of text. The shot zooms out a little to show the back of the man typing away. We don’t see his identity, only that he is clean-cut and wearing a crisp white shirt. The screen fades to black again briefly, before frantically these words begin to flash up on the screen one after another: RUMOUR, SCANDAL, DRUGS, SEX, WWE, TNA, MID-CARD, JOBBER, RATINGS, SPOILERS – before the screen pauses, before finishing with the words “The IWC – coming soon to WAPW


|Live Arena| After the commentators very briefly ask each other what the previous video was all about, they gear us up for our main-event of the evening!

*** ON-SCREEN GRAPHIC – CHRISTIAN VS. ELIJAH BURKE – NEXT! ***

*** THE EX LEVEL ***

As Gen Ex’s familiar hip-hop beat entrance theme blares as loud as ever, North American Champion Elijah Burke steps out onto the stage. His title belt is slung proudly across his shoulder and he is accompanied by a track-suit wearing Jack Evans, who acts as Burke’s manager, massaging his shoulders as he walks and trying to pump him up energetically.

*** 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 – CHRISTIAN ***

The second half of tonight’s huge main-event is next to make his entrance. The crowd react very positively to the Canadian, with a Christian chant circulating very loudly. He makes his usual entrance after looking deep into the arena with his hand on his head.

Match Five – Christian vs. Elijah Burke

Both men had one thing on their mind going into this match and that was to make a statement. This would be a warm-up of sorts for their huge tag-team match-up at Uprising, of which both the WAPW World Title and the WAPW North American Title would be on the line. Christian was at an obvious disadvantage for its entirety, as Elijah Burke was backed up by fellow Gen Ex member Jack Evans. Never shy in putting himself at harms way in order to help his team-mates, Christian had to have this in the back of his mind.
After just-over thirteen minutes of back and forth action, Elijah Burke had his opponent right where he wanted him. Just moments earlier he had connected with the Elijah Express only for Christian to get his foot on the rope to avoid being pinned. This got under the skin of the North American champ’ who clearly thought he had done enough to win and wasn’t shy in letting the referee know about it. After he was done remonstrating Christian was just about on his feet, using the turnbuckle for leverage to pull his lethargic legs to a vertical base. In came Elijah at full-speed ready to clatter into him for a second time, only for Christian to side-step in a split-second and send him crashing into the corner! The champion’s momentum sent him backpedalling into the middle of the ring where he slumped to the floor. The referee would check on him, as he held his left-knee writhing in pain. Christian meanwhile held his stomach in the corner once more, trying to catch his breath. With the referee busy with Burke, Jack Evans saw an opportunity to leap up onto the apron and attempt a right-hand, only for his hand to be blocked. Evans utilized this, grabbing Cage’s other hand to pull him from the corner to more a more central position on the apron and to keep him there. Seemingly unable to move from that particular spot, Burke miraculously recovered, backing up and sprinting towards his opponent for another Elijah Express. However, like the first one Cage somehow found away to avert trouble, ripping his hands away from Jack Evans’ grasp and sending his nemesis crashing into him!! With Evans knocked from the apron and to ringside, the momentum was clearly with Christian! Sensing the opportune moment he waited for Burke to walk straight into a boot to the mid-section followed by a decisive unprettier!!! Immediately he hooked the leg and the referee counted 1-2-3!!

Winner @ 15:03 minutes – Christian!

Christian was not given any time whatsoever for his victory to sink in as immediately after the end of the match, Jack Evans snuck back in and decked him with his own sneaker, delivering a harsh blow to the back of the head! Evans, clearly at the request of Gen Ex leader MVP, began to lay into Christian with stomps to the body, coupled with a bout of harsh punches and elbows to the head! MVP likes what he sees and soon enough makes his way down to ringside, dressed in his all-white suit. He enters the ring with his title belt in hand and orders Evans and the groggy Elijah Burke to hold Christian up. With the Canadian defenseless, the WAPW Champion floors him with a cruel title-shot to the head!

Joey Styles – Somebody needs to put a stop to this! They are taking out their Uprising opponent, Christian, and it isn’t right!

As the three men in the ring stomp away at Christian’s motionless body…

Joey Styles GOLDBERG! GOLDBERG IS HERE!!

Gen Ex turn their attention to the oncoming Goldberg, with Jack Evans backing up and leaping over the ropes at Goldberg – only to be CAUGHT IN MID-AIR!! Goldberg places Evans onto his shoulders and proceeds to send him like a javelin into the cold steel-ring post!! As Evans crumples to the protective mat clutching at his gut, Goldberg points to MVP and Burke in the ring – his two opponents at Uprising. ‘Berg climbs the steel-steps and enters the ring, flooring the on-running Burke immediately! MVP stays in the corner, letting Burke deal with their angry nemesis for the time being. Goldberg unloads a flurry of punches sending Burke back-peddling onto the ropes, which Goldberg clotheslines him over! As the former Buffalo Bills football player leers at the champion who is writhing in pain on the outside, another champion stands behind him, waiting for the right opportunity to strike. As Goldberg turns to face MVP, the WAPW champion attempts the title-belt shot, but it’s ducked! MVP is greeted with a stern kick to the mid-section before eventually being hoisted up high for a JACK-HAMMER!!!!

Joey Styles Goldberg has cleaned house!!

The fans take in everything which they have just witnessed, as does Goldberg who looks down at the fallen WAPW champion. Christian finally gets to his feet, oblivious to his Uprising tag-team partner. He pats Goldberg on the back in a social way, but what comes next sure wasn’t social! Goldberg knows not who it is and immediately continues his rampage by turning and decimating Christian with a SPEAR!!! The fans don’t believe what they’ve seen, and neither does Goldberg, who stands over Christian with a blank look on his face. Did he mean to do what he just did?! Did he know who it was?!


Quick Results:

The UK def. The Natural Franchise - ***
Abyss def. WAPW Hardcore Champion Jamie Noble - ** ½
Sugar Daddy Lance def. ‘Anti Saint’ Ken Doane - ***
WAPW Cruiserweight Champion Teddy Hart def. Pac - *** ¾
Christian def. WAPW North American Champion Elijah Burke – *** ½
 
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