“It all started with a dream...”The camera shows the TD Garden Arena, all the lights off. The screech of a bird erupts from the speakers, and “Justice” by Rev Theory begins to play. Three spotlights, one red, one orange, and one yellow, all shaped like birds, pan across the crowd, flying over the fans’ heads. Finally, they head towards the stage, meeting in the center and disappearing as fireworks erupt on the stage. The massive screen overhead shows a flaming bird taking flight, stretching it’s fiery wings as pyro erupts on the stage beneath it. The jets of flame stop, and the phoenix soars upward, off the top of the screen, leaving the words “Insurgency Wrestling Federation” in bright letters for all to see. The voices of Chuck Matthews and Anna Stone are suddenly heard echoing in the background
Chuck - Don’t ask how, and don’t ask why, but here we are, in Boston, Massachusetts. THE PHOENIX HAS RISEN!
Anna - We’ve been hearing it all week, the Phoenix Federation, the IWF, breaking free and starting on its own route, and now here we are, kicking off our very first show! I’m Anna Macdonald, here with my broadcast partner Chuck Matthews…Chuck, tell us what’s been going on all week.
Chuck - It’s real simple, Anna dear. We got fed up with how things were run, so Corey and I did something about it. We created our own company, signed some of the top talent in the world to compete for it. Our old boss really threw us a curveball, but we still managed to hit a grand slam. Here we are, IWF is here, we have all the best talent in the world. Got some old faces, and some new ones…I don’t know about you, but I’m ready to get this show rolling!The scene slowly fades to black
“A dream of a place where one was free to decide one’s own path…”The scene suddenly shows Connor O’Shannon climbing the Hawk’s Nest structure and unlocking the Hawk Box. Connor O’Shannon removes the IWF High Impact Championship and the crowd explodes into applause
Megan O’Day- Here is your winner....and first ever IWF High Impact Champion! Connor O'Shannon!
Anna - After a year long hiatus from wrestling, Connor O'Shannon becomes IWF's very first champion, in his very first match!
Chuck - The kid deserves it, he fought a great match out there. I still can't believe what just happened, look at the carnage around the ring!
Anna - The entire structure collapsed, with Death-Angel on top of it. That was completely insane!
Chuck - But in the end, only one man was left standing…Connor O'Shannon…the FIRST EVER High Impact Champion!The scene once again fades to black
“A dream of a place where the sins of the past could be left behind…a dream of a place where a man could start over and be anything he wanted to be…”The sound of 17,565 people packed into the TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts for the first ever Battle Grounds can be heard from all around
“CASEY’S GONNA KILL YOU! CASEY’S GONNA KILL YOU! CASEY’S GONNA KILL YOU!”The scene suddenly shows Corey Casey walking slowly down the entrance ramp wearing the hockey jersey of Boston Bruins Captain Zdeno Chara. The crowd continues to chant as the scene slowly fades to darkness
“A dream of a place where there was unlimited competition and the two greatest forces could finally meet to determine who was truly the best in the world…”The scene suddenly shows Brandon Macdonald holding his fist up in the air as he poses for the fans. Across the ring, Chris Matthews is seen watching Brandon Macdonald, a look of intensity burning in his eyes.
Anna- This match is going to be one for the ages!
Chuck- You goddamn right! These two have never faced each and both men are itching for competition. Not only that…but this is the first ever main event here in IWF!!!
Anna- And here we go!
“A dream of a place where one competitor could make an impact that would be felt throughout the course of history…”The scene shows Brandon Macdonald pick Chris Matthews up. Brandon Macdonald ducks under Chris Matthews’ right arm while Brandon Macdonald positions his right leg behind Chris Matthews’ legs. Brandon Macdonald then spins forward and drops Chris Matthews down with a vicious Ranhei
Anna- SHOCK FACTOR!
Chuck- That move is fucking awesome looking…it sucks that he just hit Chris with it but still!Brandon then pins Chris as the ref counts
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[Ding! Ding! Ding!]
Megan O’Day- Here is your winner….BRANDON MACDONALD!
Anna- He did it! Brandon beat Chris!
Chuck- What a match!The scene fades to black
“And now, one year later…that dream has become...”Scenes begin to flash across the screen showing all the major moments in IWF from the last year. Corey Casey becoming the first ever IWF World Heavyweight Champion, Brandon Macdonald becoming the first man to successfully defend the IWF World Title three times, Steel Angel and Aric Voss’ incredible Trip to Oblivion match, Jason Hawk making his return to becoming the GM of Battle Grounds, James Shark holding the IWF World Title aloft along with the IWF Tag Team Titles as he stands beside Robbie Hart, Chuck Matthews just barely missing Brandon Macdonald, whom he had tried to hit with a car…
The scene slowly fades to black
“a reality”A phoenix suddenly goes screaming across the scene as the Battle Grounds slowly appears. The phoenix lands on top of the Battle Grounds logo
The phoenix sits still for a moment before exploding into flames. The scene then shows the inside of the Scotiabank Place in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Fire explodes out of the four ring corners, and fireworks begin exploding up either side of the ramp before sending a massive fireworks display on the stage. A jet of flame erupts on the stage, reaching up to the screen, where the IWF Phoenix logo appears. The camera pans across the crowd, taking in some of their signs.
“IWF FTW!!!!!!!!!!!” “ONE YEAR OF INSURGENCY!” “FUCK “ “ > bitter NLWF fan” “One Year Show or not it’s still MASON OR MASSACRE!” “BRING BACK THE FULL THROTTLE TITLE!” “ >REMINDER: FORCE JASON HAWK TO GIVE FT TITLE BACK!” “DEF ANGLE FORE HED REF!” “Upper Limit OWNS IWF!”The camera pans over to show Rick Christian and Matt Biggars sitting behind the announcer’s table
Rick- 19,153 rabid IWF fans are jam packed into the Scotiabank Place here in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada!
Matt- Welcome one and all, to the One Year Anniversary Edition of IWF Battle Grounds!The house lights suddenly shut off and the fans leap to their feet as they all look toward the entrance ramp where a single figure is seen standing with his back to the ring and his arms stretched out straight to either side. The figure is seen wearing a black leather jacket with rhinestone sleeves. Blue and white LED lights flash rapidly on the sleeves as the fans erupt in applause
“Kill me with a beat”The sound of “Do You Call My Name?” by Ra blasts out of the house PA system as the figure turns around and fireworks erupt from under the stage
Heather Thompson- Ladies and gentlemen…Making his way to the ring at this time…One of the three original founders of IWF…Representing Upper Limit…Corey Casey!Corey Casey nods his head to the beat of the song as he slowly makes his way down the entrance ramp, high fiving fans on either side of the isle
Rick- And it looks like we’re going to start off the One Year Anniversary Edition of Battle Grounds with Corey Casey…
Matt- Come on, Rick! You can’t STILL be mad at CC for thwarting your plan to destroy him!
Rick- …no comment…Corey Casey walks down to the ring and climbs the ring steps. Corey Casey ducks into the ring and walks over to the nearest turnbuckle. Corey Casey climbs the turnbuckle and pounds on his chest before throwing his arms out straight to either side as the fans once again shower him with applause
Corey Casey then turns and drops down from the turnbuckle and walks across the ring to the turnbuckle on the opposite side. Corey Casey climbs that turnbuckle and once again pounds his chest before throwing his arms out straight to either side. After a few moments he then drops down and walks over to the ring ropes and motions for the time keeper to give him a microphone.
Corey Casey
ONE FUCKING YEAR, BABY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!The crowd once again erupts into applause and begins to chant
“IWF!”
“FOR THE WIN!”
“IWF!”
“FOR THE WIN!”
“IWF!”
“FOR THE WIN!”Corey Casey allows the chanting to continue on for a few moments before slowly motioning for silence
Corey Casey
You know folks, a year and a half ago I was in a downward spiral in my career in NLWF. I had nothing really going for me, I had no friends in this business, I had nothing really to bring happiness into my life besides my lovely fiancé Jessica Matthews. NLWF was also in a downward spiral…the whole company was being run head first into the fucking ground. Nick Ridicule was purposefully not putting any word out on shows, he was purposefully not promoting matches that didn’t involve himself, and he was purposefully not giving you, the fans, what you deserve…a wrestling promotion that each and every guy in the back as well as you the fans can BE PROUD OF!!!!The audience once again pops loudly as they applaud
Corey Casey
I just want to say, from the bottom of my heart…thank you. Thank you to all the guys in the back for working their asses off each and every night…thank you to the backstage workers, the pyrotechnics guys, Heather Thompson, Matt Biggars…Corey Casey sighs and rolls his eyes
Corey Casey
And I guess I even owe a thank you to that pompous douchebag Rick Christian too.
Matt- No worries CC! Thank you for making sure the cops don’t arrest me for smoking weed during commercial breaks!
Rick- Pompous douchebag?! Fuck yourself Casey!
Corey Casey
And of course, a massive thank you to the fans who tune in around the world on their TV’s and the thousands of fans who sell out the arenas we perform in week in and week out…Because without every single one of those people, IWF would…
“HERE COMES THE KASH MONEY BABY!!!!!!!!!!!!!”Justin Kash walks out from backstage with Knife to Know You trailing slowly behind him
Rick- What does that arrogant loud mouthed prick Justin Kash want?
Matt- Wait…isn’t K2KU fired or dead or something?!
Rick- This is IWF, Matt …anything can happen!
Matt- But seriously for a second here…KNIFE TO KNOW YOU?!Justin Kash reaches into his suit coat’s pocket and pulls out a microphone which he raises up to his lips as he begins walking down the ramp with Knife to Know You in tow
Justin Kash
Where is my thank you, eh Casey? Where is the “thank you Justin Kash for having the KASHIEST promotion methods which Chuck Matthews and I used for our own good when we founded IWF.” Where is the IWF Hall of Fame spot for the man who single handedly ran the KASHIEST TV program in NLWF history? Where is the “thank you Justin Kash for being the KASHIEST wrestling manager and pioneering the way for people like me?”Justin Kash and Knife to Know You both climb into the ring. Justin Kash has a massive smirk on his face as he walks over to Corey Casey and gets in his face
Justin Kash
Well…let’s hear it Casey!Corey Casey shakes his head as he looks at Justin Kash
Corey Casey
Thank you Justin…thank you for being the biggest piece of shit this company has ever known. Thank you for showing every single person on this planet the type of human being that they should NEVER aspire to be when they grow up. Thank you for showing me that making knife puns and money puns are only amusing to brain dead idiots who barely have a grasp on the English languageA look of anger slowly appears on Justin Kash’s face as he brings the microphone up to his lips
Justin Kash
I’d watch your mouth if I were you, Casey. Because if you talk shit about me and my big friend here…Justin Kash nods his head at the massive Knife to Know You, who cracks his knuckles menacingly
Justin Kash
…then the two of us might just have to teach you a lesson in respectA smirk slowly appears on Corey Casey’s face
Corey Casey
Me vs. two idiots? I like my odds!Corey Casey cocks back and nails Justin Kash in the face with the microphone, driving Justin Kash down to the canvas. Corey Casey then lunges at Knife to Know You and spears Knife to Know You down to the ground
Rick- CC has lost his mind!
Matt- He has not! He’s just teaching these two morons a lesson in respect!Corey Casey climbs into the mount position and begins to rain down blows on Knife to Know You’s head and shoulders. Meanwhile, Justin Kash rolls out of the ring and slowly gets to his feet. Justin Kash grabs a steel chair from under the ring and then slides back into the ring.
Rick- Justin Kash has that steel chair in hand
Matt- And he’s got some evil intentions written all over his face!Justin Kash runs across the ring and blasts Corey Casey in the back with the steel chair, causing Corey Casey to arch his back in pain. Justin Kash then nails Corey Casey in the back with the steel chair again, causing Corey Casey to roll off Knife to Know You and land on the ground. Justin Kash then yells at Knife to Know You to get up.
Rick- Justin Kash with a blind side shot to CC with that steel chair
Matt- And now Kash is directing trafficJustin Kash points at Knife to Know You then down at Corey Casey. Knife to Know You nods his head and walks over to where Corey Casey is lying on the canvas. Knife to Know You picks Corey Casey up and holds back Corey Casey’s arms while Justin Kash gets in Corey Casey’s face and begins to scream at him
Rick- Well…I can guarantee this isn’t how CC envisioned this going…
Matt- This is just despicable!Justin Kash takes a step backwards and holds the steel chair up high over his head…when suddenly "Rock N’ Roll" by Skrillex begins to play over the loudspeakers as the fans start to cheer.
Rick- What the hell is this?
Matt- Wait…I recognize that music!!!!
Hello again, to all my friends, together we can play some rock n’ roll
Hello again, to all my friends, together we can play some rock n’ roll
Hello again, to all my friends, together we can play some rock n’ rollBrandon Macdonald walks out onto the stage as the music plays. He smiles for the crowd who cheers louder.
Rick- IT’S BRANDON MACDONALD!
Matt- OTTAWA’S FAVORITE SON HAS COME HOME TO BAIL CC OUT OF TROUBLE!The audience begins to chant loudly
“WELCOME HOME!”
“WELCOME HOME!”
“WELCOME HOME!”Brandon Macdonald runs down the entrance ramp and slides into the ring. Justin Kash immediately turns his attention to Brandon Macdonald and swings the chair wildly at Brandon Macdonald. Brandon Macdonald ducks the chair shot and runs to the other side of the ring, bouncing off the ropes to gain momentum. Brandon Macdonald then comes running back at Justin Kash. Justin Kash once again tries to smash the steel chair into Brandon Macdonald’s skull but Brandon Macdonald ducks the chair shot and gores Justin Kash
Rick- BUCKEYE SMASH!
Matt- He must’ve broken Justin Kash IN HALF!Knife to Know You turns his attention to Brandon Macdonald and releases his grasp on Corey Casey. Knife to Know You steps over Corey Casey and begins to walk over to Brandon Macdonald. As soon as Knife to Know You steps over Corey Casey, Corey Casey grabs both of Knife to Know You’s ankles, causing Knife to Know You to smash face first into the canvas. Corey Casey then gets to his feet and grabs Knife to Know You’s legs. Corey Casey flips Knife to Know You over and locks in the Asylum Walls
Rick- Asylum Walls locked in on Knife to Know You by CC!Brandon Macdonald notices Corey Casey applying the Asylum Walls to Knife to Know You and shakes his head. Brandon Macdonald laughs as he drops down and locks in the Lights Out! on Justin Kash
Matt- And Brandon has the Lights Out! Locked in on Justin Kash!Brandon Macdonald and Corey Casey keep their respective submission maneuvers locked in on Justin Kash and Knife to Know You for a few moments until both men begin to frantically tap out. Corey Casey and Brandon Macdonald then let both men go. Corey Casey looks down at Justin Kash and then says something to Brandon Macdonald. Brandon Macdonald laughs and shrugs his shoulders.
Rick- What do CC and Bmac have in mind here now?!
Matt- Wait for it…Corey Casey walks over to Justin Kash and lifts Justin Kash up to his feet. Corey Casey then locks Justin Kash in the suplex position and makes a slashing motion across his throat. Corey Casey then lifts Justin Kash up into the vertical suplex position. Corey Casey walks around in a circle for a bit, showing off his strength, before leaping into the air and driving Justin Kash down to the canvas
Rick- PURIFIER!
Matt- With authority!Corey Casey then gets to his feet and points to Brandon Macdonald, who has managed to drag the massive Knife to Know You up to his feet. Brandon Macdonald sets Knife to Know You up in the stunner position before launching himself into the air. Brandon Macdonald sails over Knife to Know You’s head before gripping Knife to Know You around the throat and powering Knife to Know You down to the canvas
Rick- GHOSTS ‘N’ STUFF!
Matt- Brandon just LEVELED K2KU!Brandon Macdonald leaps to his feet and quickly scales the nearest turnbuckle he holds his clenched fists up into the air as the crowd applauds loudly
Rick- This Ottawa crowd is loving Brandon Macdonald!
Matt- And why wouldn’t they? This is Brandon’s hometown!Brandon Macdonald drops down from the turnbuckle and he and Corey Casey hug in the middle of the ring. Corey Casey holds Brandon Macdonald’s wrist up high in the air as the crowd applauds loudly. The show fades to commercial
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The show comes back from commercial to show Heather Thompson, who is standing in the middle of the ring. In one corner of the ring stands Johan Alfredsson, who is hopping from one foot to the other and back again
Heather Thompson- The following is a triple threat match and is scheduled for one fall. Introducing first…Already in the ring…From Stockholm, Sweden…Weighing in at 233 Pounds…Johan Alfredsson!Johan Alfredsson takes a step out of the corner and holds his fists in the air
Rick- Johan Alfredsson looks like he’s ready to go
Matt- He damn well should be! This is the One Year Anniversary Edition of Battle Grounds!
Heather Thompson- And his opponent…As the opening guitar riff plays, white lights begin to blink on and off. Matt Rydell walks onto the stage, staring out at the IWF fans, then raising his arms out to his side, walking slowly down the ramp, goading the fans into a reaction.
Heather Thompson- From Los Angeles, California…Weighing in at 237 Pounds…Matt Rydell!
Rick- Wait…RYDELL IS BACK?!
Matt- It would seem so!
Rick- How long do you think this will last?Matt Rydell climbs the steel steps, and onto the top turnbuckle, where he slicks back his hair, before raising his arms high into the air. He then jumps down from the turnbuckle, into the ring, and walks across to the opposite turnbuckle, where he climbs up, and performs the same gesture.
Heather Thompson- And the final opponent…Smoke in the shades of the Venezuelan flag billow from backstage as pyro of the same colors shoot from along the entrance stage and ramp leading to the ring. Suddenly "Turn My Swag On" by Keri Hilson, Teyana Taylor, and Lil Kim hits the air waves as Serai Leone's titantron hits the screen pulsating to the tempo. Soon after we see Serai and her manager Lya Batiste-Jax come out on the stage waving and smiling to the fans before running down and sliding into the ring.
Heather Thompson- From Caracas, Venezuela…Weighing in at 124 Pounds…Serai Leone!
Rick- Serai Leone has made a big time impact since her debut
Matt- And not just by being Sharky’s main squeeze!The ref looks at all three competitors and nods before calling for the bell
Matt Rydell [vs.] Johan Alfredsson [vs.] Serai Leone
[Ding, Ding, Ding!]Matt Rydell comes sprinting out of his corner directly at Johan Alfredsson. As soon as he gets close enough, Matt Rydell leaps into the air and connects a spinning heel kick that catches Johan Alfredsson right square in the chest, driving the air from Johan Alfredsson’s lungs.
Rick- Rydell coming out hot here tonight!
Matt- That sounds kinda gay…Matt Rydell immediately rolls over and climbs into the mount position. Matt Rydell begins raining blows down on Johan Alfredsson’s upper body. Meanwhile, Serai Leone kicks back and watches as Matt Rydell inflicts punishment on Johan Alfredsson
Rick- Smart plan here by Serai
Matt- She’s kicking back and letting Rydell wear himself out before swooping in for the kill…very Chuck Matthews-esque!The ref looks down at Matt Rydell and tries to pry Matt Rydell off of Johan Alfredsson but Matt Rydell shakes his head “no.” The ref stands up and begins to count
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-4-At the last second, Matt Rydell pulls himself up to his feet. Matt Rydell reaches down and drags Johan Alfredsson up to his feet. Matt Rydell then leans down and lifts Johan Alfredsson up onto his shoulders in the fireman’s carry position. Matt Rydell is about to connect the New Dawn when, suddenly, Serai Leone leaps into action. Serai Leone quickly crosses the ring and catches Matt Rydell full in the chest with a front kick. Matt Rydell stumbles backwards with Johan Alfredsson still on his shoulders. Serai Leone then executes a leg sweep that sends Matt Rydell back first down to the canvas, accidentally executing a fall away slam on Johan Alfredsson
Rick- Serai Leone waited until the time was right…
Matt- And then struck like a viper!Serai Leone drags Matt Rydell up to his feet. Serai Leone wraps her arms around Matt Rydell and then takes a drop step, spinning both herself and Matt Rydell around 180 degrees, before powering Matt Rydell down to the ground with a belly to belly suplex
Rick- Nice belly to belly suplex there by Serai
Matt- Serai is using her MMA knowledge to the fullest!Matt Rydell rolls out of the ring, clutching his back. Serai Leone quickly gets to her feet and runs over to Johan Alfredsson, who is rolling around on the canvas in pain. Serai Leone quickly spins Johan Alfredsson over and drops down, locking in an inverted STF
Rick- Venezuelan Dream locked in!
Matt- This could be it!Johan Alfredsson struggles to fight out of the move, shaking his head “no” when the ref asks him if he wants to tap out. Serai Leone cranks up the pressure on the hold, leaving Johan Alfredsson with no other alternative but to tap out. The ref immediately calls for the bell
[Ding, Ding, Ding!]
Heather Thompson- Here is your winner…via submission…Serai Leone!Serai Leone climbs to her feet as a smile appears on her face. The ref leans in and grabs Serai Leone’s wrist, holding it aloft as the audience applauds her
Rick- A beautiful win here tonight by Serai!
Matt- She has definitely made a name for herself here in IWF!The camera zooms in on Serai Leone’s smiling face for a moment before cutting backstage
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Corey Casey, Robbie Hart, and Ruben Ricardo Leone are seen backstage in the Upper Limit locker room. Corey Casey and Robbie Hart are sitting on a large black leather couch watching the previous match while Ruben Ricardo Leon is seen sitting in a chair towards the corner of the room playing on his cell phone
Corey Casey
Serai must’ve picked up a few moves from Sharky…
Robbie Hart
Have you seen Sharky fight? He’s more of a brawler and less of a tacticianCorey Casey turns his head and leans back slightly, attempting to look at Ruben Ricardo Leon without getting off the couch
Corey Casey
What do you think Ruben?Ruben mutters something which no one can hear. Corey Casey slowly stands up and fully turns and looks at Ruben
Corey Casey
Dude…what’s been up with you tonight? The show has barely started and you’re already moping around here like someone stole your ChihuahuaRuben puts his cell phone in his pocket and climbs to his feet
Ruben Ricardo Leon
Dude…I’m so sick of thisA confused look slowly appears on Corey Casey’s face
Corey Casey
Sick of what?Ruben extends his arm and motions to the entire inside of the locker room
Ruben Ricardo Leon
This! I’m so sick of this Upper Limit bullshit. You know, you promised me that Upper Limit would be about being the greatest collection of main eventers in history. You promised me that I would get chances to win titles and that we would all work as a team
Corey Casey
And we have!Ruben shakes his head
Ruben Ricardo Leon
The hell we have! All I’ve done since joining this stupid team is lose my tag team title and throw away a chance to become a 2 time IWF World Heavyweight Champion! Not to mention I’ve been dealing with you and your arrogant bullshit…Corey Casey shakes his head as a small smile slowly appears on his face
Corey Casey
Ok I get it, you’re frustrated and you’re pissed about not being booked tonight. Listen all you need to do is…Ruben immediately crosses the room and stands just in front of Corey Casey. Ruben reaches out and pokes Corey Casey in the chest
Ruben Ricardo Leon
No…YOU listen…I’m fucking done with all of this. I’m especially done with you Casey…watch your fucking back…because it’s only a matter of time before someone takes that newly found “nice guy” attitude of yours and jams it up your ass…Ruben then turns and storms out of the Upper Limit locker room. Robbie Hart and Corey Casey watch Ruben walk away as the scene fades to commercial
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When Jason Hawk sees a rainbow this is what he thinks of:
When anyone else sees a rainbow, this is what they think of:
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The show comes back from commercial to show Rick Christian and Matt Biggars sitting behind the announcer’s table
Rick- Well…I can’t say I didn’t warn good old CC!
Matt- Warn him about what?!
Rick- About Upper Limit duh! I told him that all those egos in one camp would rip its self apart! I told him that Ruben would walk out on Upper Limit!
Matt- Who’s to say that Ruben isn’t just angry with YOU for not booking him?
Rick- Hey…don’t blame me on this one! I’m just a member of the IWF Board of Directors, not the General Manager!
Matt- Right but the GM is Johnny Electric who is your longtime tag team part…Matt Biggars’ headset is suddenly cut off
Rick- What’s that Matt, the folks at home can’t hear you??Rick Christian smiles as Matt Biggars continue trying to talk
Rick- Sorry folks, it looks like Matt’s headset is experiencing some technical difficulties. Anyways, it’s time for another exciting match here in Ottawa, Ontario!The camera pans over to show Heather Thompson, who is standing in the middle of the ring
Heather Thompson- The following match is scheduled for one fall. Introducing first…The lights in the arena suddenly all shut off and the sound of whispering is heard drifting out of the house PA system. Suddenly the whispering stops and a loud bell is heard ringing out from the darkness. Red strobe lights and heavy smoke fill the arena as Masque slowly walks out from the backstage arena and stands on the stage for a moment, surveying the crowd
Heather Thompson- From Parts Known…Weighing in at 262 pounds…Masque!
Rick- Masque is a fucking creepy dude
Matt- At 6 foot 6 inches and weighing in at 262 pounds, Masque is definitely a force to be reckoned with
Rick- Hey, they fixed your headset!
Matt- Yeah…”fixed”…Masque slowly walks down the entrance ramp and pulls himself up onto the ring apron. Masque then steps over the top rope and enters the ring. The lights slowly come back on as Masque slowly paces around the inside of the ring
Heather Thompson- And his opponent…
"Unleash the warrior within!"Pyro sets off from both sides on the entrance ramp in the form of a pair of angel wings with the words "Heaven's Gladiator" appearing in crystal blue letters on the titantron. A single platform can be seen being lowered at the ramp revealing a lone figure standing at the center. He is wearing a white and blue warrior tunic with angel designs decorated on the back and a gold cross shape tapestry on the front. His long black hair flows in the air revealing his face as he stares at the crowd before him.
Heather Thompson- From San Diego, California…Weighing in at 245 Pounds…Steel Angel!
Rick- Steel Angel…couldn’t even complete a simple task…
Matt- You’ve got to lighten up man…holding grudges is gonna cause you so much stress…
Rick- Whatever…I’m over it
Matt- Sure you are…just like my headset was “experiencing technical difficulties” earlier…
I am now an instrument of violence
I am a vessel of invincibility
I cannot leave this undecided
Stepping down to battle another day
Remember me for all time
This determination is a vital part of me
Surrender now or be counted
With the endless masses that I will defeat you.Steel Angel jumps off the platform and bows before fans as they shower him in cheers. Steel Angel then walks slowly towards the ring every step with purpose, every movement loose and flowing.
Come on bring it, don't sing it, better believe it.Steel Angel then stops at the end of the ramp where he brings his hands together with the middle and index fingers joining together pointing straight out with the other fingers curled together overlapping one another. He then moves his hands while in this symbol up, down, left and then right in the form of a cross before bringing both middle and index fingers to his lips and kisses them. He then separates his hands as he points to the sky unleashing blue pyro from the entrance ramp.
Broken down till your hope has died
Beat down 'til victory's mine
Stand up and show me some pride
And now are you ready?Steel Angel then walks around the ring slapping high fives with some of the fans before climbing through the second rope and enters the ring.
I'm one with the warrior inside
My dominance can't be denied
Your entire world will turn
Into a battlefield tonight
As I look upon you
Through the warrior's eyes
Now I can see the fear
That will ensure my victory this time.He smiles as looks around the ring, he then poses which causes the fans to cheer some more.
I can't be told to compromise this
They'll never doubt the body lying at my feet
A most formidable reminder
They will speak my name for eternity.
I have no need of any guidance
I am a weapon, powerful beyond belief
Seen through the warrior's eyes
I never need to question how to defeat you.He then removes the tunic and takes it off showing his ripped features to the ladies in attendence some of whom scream in delight. He is also wearing gold karate style pants with white flame like designs on the ankles and the words "Steel Angel" writtin in black latin like writting on the sides.
Come on bring it, don't sing it, better believe itHe then stands at the center of the ring and forms the same hand gesture he did at the end of the entrance ramp. This time as he ends the gesture by pointing to the sky that white pyro erupts from the corners.
Broken down 'til your hope has died
Beat down till victory's mine
Stand up and show me some pride
And now are you ready?
I'm one with the warrior inside
My dominance can't be denied
Your entire world will turn
Into a battlefield tonight.
As I look upon you
Through the warrior's eyes
Now I can see the fear
That will ensure my victory this time.He then tilts his head from side to side and he gets ready for his match. The ref turns and looks at both men before nodding his head and calling for the bell
Steel Angel [vs.] Masque
[Ding, Ding, Ding!]Steel Angel runs across the ring and looks to connect a clothesline on Masque. At the last second, Masque lifts his massive right leg up and flattens Steel Angel with a big boot to the head.
Rick- Yikes
Matt- Masque just halted Steel’s momentum dead in its tracksMasque chuckles as Steel Angel rolls around on the ground clutching his head. Masque leans down and grabs Steel Angel by the throat. Masque then hauls Steel Angel up to his feet, his fingers still wrapped around Steel Angel’s throat.
Rick- Masque is just such a massive competitor
Matt- He’s definitely no Ninja or Sean Libby that’s for damn sure!Masque lifts Steel Angel high up in the air, looking to connect a chokeslam, but Steel Angel manages to leap up at the last minute and escape Masque’s grasp. Steel Angel then lands swiftly behind Masque. Steel Angel grabs Masque’s shoulders and leaps up into the air, falling backwards. Steel Angel tucks his knees up and lands back first on the canvas, driving his knees into Masque’s spine
Rick- Nice counter there by Steel Angel
Matt- Steel is one of those guys who seems to be getting better and better each passing week…if he can just improve his game a little bit, he will be a top tier contender for the IWF Title in no time!Steel Angel quickly rolls over and attempts to pin Masque. The ref drops down and begins to count
-1-Masque powers out of the pinning attempt, sending Steel Angel up in the air, only to come crashing back down a few feet away
Rick- An impressive display of raw power there by Masque
Matt- Power seems to be all Masque has got though…Steel Angel quickly leaps to his feet and runs to the ropes. As soon as he gets close enough, Steel Angel leaps into the air and lands on the second rope. Steel Angel then springs backwards, executing a perfect moonsault, before he comes crashing down on Masque with a leg drop that lands squarely across Masque’s throat
Rick- Springboard leg drop by Steel Angel
Matt- Will it be enough?Once again, Steel Angel hooks Masque’s leg and attempts to pin the big man
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-2…Once again, Masque powers out of the pin attempt
Rick- Steel Angel is going to have to step his game up if he wants to keep Masque down
Matt- I think that realization just popped into Steel Angel’s head…In the ring, Steel Angel suddenly snaps his fingers as he slowly gets to his feet. A smile appears on his face as he walks over to where Masque is laying. Steel Angel leans down and drags Masque up to his feet
Rick- I’m not too sure about this move
Matt- I agree. You’d figure that Steel Angel would want to keep Masque down on the ground and then just rain aerial assault moves down on him
Rick- Let’s see what Steel has in mindSteel Angel Irish whips Masque to the ring ropes while Steel Angel runs to the ropes on the other side of the ring. Steel Angel then jumps off the second rope, executing a phoenix splash motion. Meanwhile, Masque hits the ropes on the other side of the ring and comes running back towards Steel Angel. Steel Angel grabs Masque's head and drives Masque down to the canvas with a complete shot
Rick- Skyward Breakdown!
Matt- Game over!Steel Angel quickly hooks Masque’s legs as the ref counts
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-2-
-3-The ref calls for the bell
[Ding, Ding, Ding!]
Heather Thompson- Here is your winner…Steel Angel!Steel Angel gets to his feet as he nods his head and holds his clenched fists up into the air
Rick- Alright…I’ll admit it…that was definitely a hard fought victory for Steel…
Matt- Steel Angel has been kicking around for awhile now and his veteran instinct was just too much for Masque to handleSteel Angel walks over and climbs up the nearest turnbuckle and raises his clenched fists up in victory. Suddenly the lights go out and red strobe lights begin to flash throughout the arena
Rick- Now what?
Matt- Look in the ring!!In the ring, Masque slowly sits up, a demonic smile etched into his features. Masque gets to his feet and walks over to where Steel Angel is standing, still facing the crowd. Steel Angel slowly turns around and sees Masque walking towards him. Steel Angel leaps off the turnbuckle, looking to connect a cross body block
Rick- Steel trying to take the offense here!
Matt- I don’t know about this…Masque catches Steel Angel and holds him up for a second. Masque then shifts Steel Angel so that Steel Angel is in the tombstone piledriver position. Masque then powers Steel Angel down to the canvas with a tombstone piledriver. Steel Angel’s entire body goes rag doll
Rick- What a sick piledriver!
Matt- Did you see Steel’s body just go limp?!The red strobe lights suddenly vanish, plunging the entire arena into darkness. When the lights come back on, Masque is nowhere to be seen. Steel Angel, however, is lying motionless in the center of the ring. The camera zooms in on Steel Angel’s motionless body for a moment before cutting to the back
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The scene opens backstage in the Upper Limit locker room. The locker room is empty except for James Shark and Corey Casey who are pretty much standing across from each other. Corey breaks the awkward silence and turns over to James.
Corey Casey
Listen Shark... about our match.James doesn’t look up at Corey, nor does he react. Instead he continues to stay leaned up against the wall, and doing something on his phone. Corey remains silent for a moment before taking a few steps forward, towards James Shark. Shark suddenly puts his right hand up, as if telling Corey to wait.
James Shark
Chill chill chill. Texting this broad my address real quick.Corey shakes his head and waits. After a couple of seconds, Shark puts his phone away in his pocket. Shark then looks up at Corey Casey
Corey Casey
You know the deal Sharky…whatever happens tonight in our match, happens. Upper Limit is really the best group out in the IWF right now. Two Upper Limit members going at it tonight is just re-enforcing that fact claim…another way to show the world just how good this team is. No hard feelings after the match, but as you like to say... let’s just scrap.Corey nods his head as a smile appears on his face. Robbie Hart, who was sitting behind Corey Casey on the couch, begins to smile…until he notices the look on Sharky’s face. Shark doesn’t smiling back at Corey, and once again the room gets quiet and awkward.
James Shark
Listen nigga, I ain't going out to that ring to show the world how good this team is. I'm going out there to do what I do…and that's to knock motherfuckers silly. You’re my opponent…well…that just means you’re going to get knocked out, plain and simple.Corey opens his mouth as if to speak but Shark immediately cuts him off
James Shark
No no no, you can't say nothing, what are you gonna say? What can you say? It’s plain and simple, I mean what don't you get? I'm James Shark, I knock people out. You've done squat shit this year, squat shit. I don't understand what you could possibly sa-Corey Casey cuts James Shark off
Corey Casey
From The Ashes…James Shark, then IWF Heavyweight Champion…Putting that title on the line against Brandon Macdonald and myself. Who won that night? Who took that belt home? Who costs your chance at immortality? Who Shark, who?James eyes Corey down, not responding. Corey flashes Shark a confident smirk, which is eerily reminiscent of the same confident smile that James Shark had on his face a moment earlier. Shark leans down and picks up the IWF Heavyweight Championship that was lying on the back of the couch. Shark picks the title up and lifts it up in the air for both Corey and Hart to see. The room gets silent again but not for long as Corey bursts out laughing. Shark frowns
Corey Casey
I have held that championship more times than you Sharky m’boy…and it’s only a matter of time before I hold it againJames tosses the championship on the floor and continues to eye Corey down. Sharky takes off his sweater and also drops it on the floor.
James Shark
I don't understand why we gotta wait for the Main Event. I'm down to pop your face in right now motherfucker.Suddenly Robbie gets up and tries his best to get in between Corey Casey and James Shark. But Corey continues to instigate Shark, trying to get a rise out of shark. Robbie finally gets in the middle of them. Robbie Hart sticks his arms out to separate the two, and just as Corey is about to say something, Shark cocks back and catches Corey Casey right in the mouth with a light but powerful jab. As soon as the jab lands, all hell breaks loose
Corey takes the jab and reacts by charging forward, driving James Shark backwards. Shark, who wasn’t really expecting for Corey to charge at him, begins throwing a combination of punches that are mistimed and hit nothing but air. Corey immediately grabs a hold of Shark and slams him up against the wall. Robbie Hart just takes a step back, watching as both members of Upper Limit begin to scrap in the locker room
Shark then quickly gets his arms underneath Corey's shoulder and gets his hands behind Corey's neck getting him up in a Muay Thai Clinch. Shark throws a knee that misses Corey Casey’s head. Corey catches Shark’s knee and uses it to easily pick Shark up into the air. Robbie Hart finally walks over to the Upper Limit locker room’s door and opens the door and calls out into the hallway
Robbie Hart
Security!With Shark up in the air, Shark quickly wraps his arms around Corey's neck and gets Corey in a guillotine choke. Corey, who wasn't expecting any submissions from Shark, quickly drops down and slams Shark right onto the floor. Shark still has the guillotine in place and Shark squeezes down with all of his power, with his legs still wrapped around Corey as well. Corey quickly begins to fight out of the choke as he quickly begins to punch Shark in the ribs over and over again with loud powerful shots.
Suddenly security guards rush into the room and separate the two men on the floor. Corey rubs his neck as Shark gets up, clutching his ribs.
Robbie Hart
Jesus Christ boys....James and Corey both ignore him. Despite the fact that there are numerous security guards between both Shark and Corey, the two men eye each other down
James Shark
Nothing... you had nothing. Soft ass motherfucker I swear.Corey smiles and just shakes his head. As James Shark turns and begins to head towards the locker room door, Corey Casey calls after Shark
Corey Casey
Sharky with the baby punch and lame ass submission skills, maybe you did turn soft....James Shark turns and flips Corey off before fully leaving the room. Shark slams the door shut and begins to walk through the backstage area with security guards escorting him to his locker room.
Sho’No Mercy
Hey yo...fish boy!James Shark turns his head to see SNM across the hall with Sno’ Bunny. SNM winks at Shark and flashes him a smile. SNM nods his head in the direction of the Upper Limit locker room
Sho'No Mercy
Hitting your bitch... now that's a good way to get out of a fight like a scared nigga would do. Hopefully you don't pull that shit when we get it on, cause I'd sock your punk ass.James stops for a moment, but the security guards began to push Shark, forcing Shark to continue walking
James Shark
Fuck you SNM I'll fight you all day nigga.SNM and Sno Bunny laugh out loud. Shark shakes his head and begins to walk away mumbling things to himself as the show cuts to commercial
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Corey Casey says: “I never speak to a classroom full of kids without each kid having an electric shock collar strapped firmly around their necks!”
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