(Friday Night Dynasty intro plays. Once that finishes, a brief montage of last week’s show begins to play for the viewers: Joso challenges Drake King to a match at Fighting Spirit with implications for the Pain for Pride main event, and Drake eventually accepts. In the opening match, BRAE defeats Kai Rabeaux. The British Invasion come to Dynasty and directly accepts Fire & Ice’s challenge for a title match for the Unified Tag Team Championships at Fighting Spirit. Chris Elite searches backstage for Vincent Mondrian and looks down on him being his challenger for the Interwire championship, before heading off to join commentary. Vincent later defeats David Gideon Smith. Following his win, Vincent exits the ring and confronts Chris at the commentary table, leading to a physical altercation where Elite lays out Mondrian with the Interwire Championship. Backstage, Kensingten Calhoun-Astor and Richard Grant announce a Fatal Four-Way match at Super Dynasty between BRAE, Cosmo Goldworthy, Clayton M. Golde, and Kai Rabeaux, with the winner receiving an Interwire Championship match at Pain for Pride. Next, Holly Arrow defeats Cosmo Goldworthy. A segment involving Hans Grayson, Mia Santoro, Kirk Redwood, and Corey Hale turns into a heated argument about their desire to compete in the Cash in the Vault match qualifiers, prompting Kensingten and Richard to announce their respective Cash in the Vault qualifying matches for Super Dynasty: Kirk Redwood vs. Corey Hale and Hans Grayson vs. Mia Santoro. Joso defeats Kirk Redwood in the next match. Afterward, Flannery McCoy announces the Dynasty participants for the No Way Out match at Fighting Spirit, which offers a Universal Women’s Championship opportunity at Pain for Pride: Daniella Atlas, Saori Aizen, and Holly Arrow, with the latter ending a heated confrontation by clotheslining the other two women out of the ring after they argue. Minerva defeats Mia Santoro. Backstage, Cy Henderson and Brian Daniels reluctantly agree to team up for the main event despite their rivalry but are confronted by their opponents, Jay Jerry Johnson and Drake Armstrong, with Johnson specifically targeting the EAW World Heavyweight Champion. In the main event tag team match, Jay Jerry Johnson and Drake Armstrong defeat World Heavyweight Champion Cy Henderson and Brian Daniels after communication issues between the reluctant partners allow Johnson to pin Henderson with an assist from Armstrong.)
(Dynasty cuts to a live shot of the Accor Arena in Paris, France. Transitioning inside, the viewers are greeted with a dazzling sight of the iconic red pyrotechnics going off on stage. Various camera shots showcase the sold-out audience, and then, it fades to capture Stew-O, Jake Mercer, and Flannery McCoy all together!)
Stew-O: Ladies and gentlemen, bonjour! Welcome to Friday Night Dynasty! We are a week away from Super Dynasty, and tonight is going to be a huge go-home show for that event!
Jake Mercer: Oui, oui! I can hardly wait! There’s gonna be tons of action and even more developing stories, like with Jay Jerry Johnson and Drake Armstrong picking up the win last week, and not only that, but Triple J pinning Cy Henderson himself! He’s made it known he wanted to come after him for the EAW World Heavyweight Championship, and with a resounding win, he’s got a strong case for it!
Flannery McCoy: Absolutely! And what about tonight’s match featuring the women who will be in the No Way Out match for a chance to take part in the Universal Women’s Championship main event at Pain for Pride? Daniella Atlas and Saori Aizen’s relationship has all but deteriorated, and that can be advantageous for Holly Arrow and Miku Sakai!
Stew-O: Definitely some intriguing dynamics to consider, including another tag match with Kai Rabeaux and BRAE teaming up against Cosmo Goldworthy and Corey Hale! Old wounds are bound to open up again! And Kirk Redwood and Mia Santoro, both of whom are looking to make it to Pain for Pride next week, will have the chance to garner some tangible momentum as they go up against David Gideon Smith and Clayton Golde, respectively! And in our main event, Drake King is taking on Raven Roberts—all while British Invasion watches on, and certainly not happy after Fire & Ice played some mind games with Halsey Neel during her match against Xander Payne, costing her the match.
Jake Mercer: A whole lot to see and be careful of, but hey, let’s get this shit jumping!
(And jumping it does, as ‘Mayoi Uta (Song of the Lost Star)’ by MyGO!!!!! Hits. Jay Jerry Johnson comes out and makes his way to the ring, with some fans cheering while others boo.)
Stew-O: Speaking of, here comes Jay Jerry Johnson himself! Since losing the Interwire title back at Grand Rampage, Johnson has been looking towards that next step to take in his career. Solidifying himself with two stellar record-tying reigns in his career, he now aims to make a huge leap and see if he can be a world champion for the first time in his career.
Jake Mercer: The Artist himself seems to be on a path of looking for what’s next. He’s goal-oriented but still haunted by his past, and in a way, it kind of reminds me of Cy Henderson and his initial M.O. for returning to the competition here in EAW last year.
Flannery McCoy: :oh: !!! Now that you say that, he does. Both were seeking to rekindle their love for the sport, but that eventually drifted apart from them as they’re now looking to figure out what their spot here in EAW is. At least Cy rectified that by becoming the world heavyweight champion last month, but as for Jay? The one thing that has haunted him is his track record in world title matches. Can he put that unlucky fate to bed at Fighting Spirit, or will it continue to be a dark cloud that lingers over his head?
(Jay gets in the ring and is given a microphone. His theme fades. No thrills and theatrics. Jay stands right in the middle and the hard cam captures his serious expression as he speaks, letting his thoughts be known.)
Jay Jerry Johnson: You know, since losing at Grand Rampage, I have made it my task to get ready for the next chapter. I know everyone assumed that I would be lost like some missing pup, sulking and dragging my feet, but that part of my career is over and I am content with what I accomplished. There were some wrongs I wanted to correct with my second reign, and I did that. Thus, I can move forward. It’s as simple as that. One thing people should know about me though is that when I have a task in mind? I seek to accomplish it with no hesitation involved. So, when I lost that title, it was only ever going to be natural for me to go after the world title. Cy Henderson was my next target, and as we saw last week… he went down.
Jay Jerry Johnson: Of course, maybe the champion himself may be unimpressed with how that victory for me came about, but in a battle of cooler heads and coexistence, I prevailed. I got what I wanted, and after having to deal with people for the past few weeks deluding themselves into thinking they could look down upon me and my capabilities, I feel vindicated. Granted, it can be easy for me to be annoyed that such doubts continue to plague me, but just like I assured in the lead-up to that tag match, I have never and will never complain about my situation. I simply step into this ring, shut up the critics, and build myself up as someone who can and will be considered the best here on Dynasty. I fully intend to make that the case come Fighting Spirit, because with me pinning our world heavyweight champion in the ring myself? I have my own case for going after him.
(Jay stares right into the camera.)
Jay Jerry Johnson: So, at Fighting Spirit, I want a match against Cy Henderson for the EAW World Heavyweight Championship.
(A loud reaction unfurls from the fans with that bold declaration. Jay nods his head, certain in his decision, and continues on.)
Jay Jerry Johnson: Granted, my history in world title matches has been shoddy. I am well aware of that. However, just like I came back and secure my second title reign here not long after returning, I can power through and get rid of that blemish that continues to hover over everything I’ve done. I’m not ashamed of my past. I own it. Those failures? Those close calls? The moments where I was this close to finally breaking through? They weren’t for nothing. They shaped me. They made me sharper. Hungrier. And now, I feel like I’m exactly where I need to be. This version of me—the version that doesn’t flinch, that doesn’t doubt, that doesn’t question if he belongs at the top? That version is ready to bring everything full circle, and I will ensure that happens when I defeat Cy again of my own volition for the one, two, three…
Jay Jerry Johnson: Of course, people may not believe in me now, but I never cared for that. All I care about is being the best, for myself, and—
(Jay’s words are interrupted as ‘Saint Pablo’ by Kanye West blares out, drawing some boos. Cy Henderson himself shows up in the flesh, a mic in hand, and a scowl forming across his face. He walks towards the ring as he addresses Jay, looking right at him.)
Cy Henderson: Okay. So let me get this straight: you get a cheap victory off of my name and think that you’re owed some title match against me?
Jay Jerry Johnson: Well… yes. That’s how professional wrestling works if I’m not mistaken.
Cy Henderson: :francis: !!
(Not amused by that quip, Cy gets in the ring and stares Jay down.)
Cy Henderson: And do you truly think you can beat me? You can spin whatever happened last week around to benefit you, but the fact is that if I didn’t have my issues with Brian, there was no chance you and Drake would’ve won.
Jay Jerry Johnson: Oh, so now you’re placing the blame on the friction you two had? How shameful. And here I thought you were the kind of man who didn’t make excuses. Besides, you were the one who approached Brian and tried to smooth things over. You’re, quite frankly, coming off as a petulant child who cannot hold yourself accountable.
Cy Henderson: And you’re coming across as some desperate man trying to talk himself into being a contender. You think one pinfall—one—over a distracted champion makes you worthy of a title shot? You think standing in this ring, running your mouth like you’re already on my level, actually puts you there? Jay, I’ve bled for this promotion. I’ve led it. Meanwhile, you’ve spent more time trying to convince people you belong than actually proving it, and when it comes to me? You haven’t proven a damn thing.
(Jay snorts.)
Jay Jerry Johnson: Say what you will, but that doesn’t change the outcome. In the heat of the battle, I took you down and did what anyone else in my predicament would’ve done. Stop crying.
Cy Henderson: Me? Cry? Now you’re really getting under my nerves… but that’s the point, isn’t it? You’re trying to goad me on so that you can get your match?
(Jay doesn’t respond. Cy purses his lips.)
Cy Henderson: You know what, Jay? I’ll give you some credit: you have been quite vexing as of late, and I don’t like that. You can chalk it up as a compliment, but with me once again becoming champion and a world champion at that, the last thing I need is another headache to come on. Pain for Pride is coming up. I absolutely have plans of main eventing that show. Bad enough Drake and Joso are jockeying around arguing over who should face me, but you?
(Cy gets a little closer to him.)
Cy Henderson: You just inserted yourself into a conversation that was already crowded. And while you think that pin last week gives you a golden ticket, I see it for what it really is: an opportunist catching lightning in a bottle. But guess what? Lightning doesn’t strike twice—especially not against me. You can posture all you want, walk around with that smug little sense of purpose, but deep down, I know what you’re doing. You’re trying to force your way into a spotlight that was never meant for you.
Jay Jerry Johnson: And there it is: that little bit of fear, thinly veiled as pride. I’ve heard all this before, Cy. From everyone who ever stood where you are now, clinging to that title like it means you’re invincible. But no one stays untouchable forever. I mean, do you really think I forced my way into this spotlight? No. I earned it, just like I earned that pin over you. You just don’t like the fact that you can’t ignore me anymore.
(Jay steps in now, nose-to-nose with Cy, the intensity boiling over.)
Jay Jerry Johnson: You can dress it up however you want. Call me a pest, a headache, or a fluke. But deep down, you know I’ve got everything it takes to take that title, and now? I’ve got nothing to lose. That makes me dangerous.
(The crowd explodes as the tension spikes. However, Cy’s frown switches over into a cold smirk as he eyes him down.)
Cy Henderson: Very well then. You aren’t a fluke, huh? Then prove it. At Fighting Spirit. Bring everything you’ve got. I’ll give you the opportunity; when you fall short again, don’t say I didn’t warn you.
Jay Jerry Johnson: I won’t need to say anything. Being the new champion will speak for itself.
(Both men stare each other down, the crowd buzzing louder with every second of silence between them. Neither flinches. With the gauntlet thrown down, it seems like Jay got his wish—and the stage is set.)
Stew-O: AND THERE WE HAVE IT! JAY MADE THE CHALLENGE, AND WHILE CY HAD SOME PUSHBACK, HE ACCEPTED IT!
Jake Mercer: Ooooh boy. Jay didn’t waste any time calling his shot, but he better not miss. Otherwise, Cy is going to make sure Jay leaves Fighting Spirit and enters the final stretch of this season empty-handed!
Flannery McCoy: It’s a huge gamble to take, but one Jay is more than willing to take a risk on… and one Cy plans on curtailing thoroughly so that he can get to Pain for Pride as champion.
(The final shot captures the World Heavyweight Championship on Henderson’s shoulder as Dynasty fades to its first set of commercials for the evening.)
(A commercial plays for Fighting Spirit, scheduled to take place in Rome, Italy on May 17, 2025! Don’t miss it!)
Stephie Love: Ladies and gentlemen, the following contest is scheduled for ONE FALL!
Crowd: ONE FALL!
(‘Razorface’ by Celldweller hits the PA speakers and David Gideon Smith emerges from the back, black and white lights flashing throughout the building. David slowly makes his way down the stage, outstretching his hands to draw his Black Blade signal. He then makes his way down, focused on winning in his debut tonight.)
Stephie Love: Introducing first, residing in Boston, Massachusetts, weighing in at 245 pounds, he is “DGS” DAVID! GIDEON! SMITH!
Stew-O: Last week, David Gideon Smith was unable to defeat Vincent Mondrian. Not a horrible loss for David, given that Vincent is currently number one contender to the Interwire Championship.
Flannery McCoy: Of course, you don’t expect him to be complacent though. There’s still an opportunity to bounce back and make a mark here on Dynasty. You don’t necessarily shy away from that just because your opponent is of higher value than you.
Jake Mercer: This is a great chance for David to prove what he’s capable of. But you can see that he’s definitely taking his time to adjust to being here on Dynasty.
(‘Sinister Purpose’ by Creedence Clearwater Revival is first to play as Kirk Redwood makes his way out from the back with bated breaths. He marches down the ramp, slapping himself in the face to get him going! Kirk yells out, running over to the steps and he makes his way into the ring.)
Stephie Love: His opponent, from Boston, Massachusetts, weighing in at 210 pounds, he is “UNKILLABLE” KIIIIRRRKKKK! RRREEEDDDWWOOOOOODDDD!!!
Flannery McCoy: Kirk Redwood has a clearer vision of what’s next for him. At Super Dynasty, he will be taking on Corey Hale in a Cash In The Vault qualifying match and this is a great time to gain some momentum.
Stew-O: Just because he’s got that opportunity doesn’t mean he should take David lightly, though. Kirk is very experienced, but there have been times in his career where he was caught off guard.
Jake Mercer: Absolutely, but it’ll take a lot from DGS tonight for him to catch Redwood off. Right now he’s in great form and looks to secure a spot at Pain For Pride.
(DING DING DING!)
Flannery McCoy: The bell rings and Kirk and David approach the center of the ring and tussle with a lockup. David swings behind Kirk and transitions to a side headlock. Kirk brings him to the ropes and sends him off, but David bounces off and floors him with a shoulder tackle! He hits off the ropes, but Kirk rises to his feet and elbows David into the ropes! David bounces off with an elbow back! But Kirk kicks the leg out, bringing David to a kneel and he applies a side headlock. David grits his teeth, trying his hardest to break free out of it but Kirk is persistent.
Stew-O: David rises to his feet and scoops Kirk up in the air, but Kirk brings them down with a side headlock takeover out the air! He wrenches it in on the floor, but David rolls back up to his feet. A big elbow to the ribs from David, and Kirk wheezes. He tries again, but Kirk releases, only to grab his hair and slam him down on the canvas! That definitely caught DGS’s attention, as Redwood then leaps into a stomp to the top of the forehead! He rolls away, kicking his legs in pain!
Jake Mercer: He scoops him up from the ground and follows up with an european uppercut! He takes his wrist for an irish whip, but Smith counters and Redwood goes back first into the turnbuckles! He winces out in pain and here comes David with a corner enzuigiri! Redwood staggers out and David lifts him up in a fireman’s carry, but Kirk starts raining down elbows to the side of the head! He slips free and pushes David to the ropes, and cracks him with a chest kick! David staggers, and Kirk with another one! David stumbles, and Kirk fires up one more, but no! David catches the leg and throws it down! He hooks him by the waist and tosses him with a gutwrench suplex!
Flannery McCoy: Redwood holds his back, wheezing out in pain. He tries to sit up, but David is right there behind him as he locks in a rear chinlock. Kirk groans, trying to get free. David slowly wrestles him down to the ground, applying pressure. Kirk rolls over, pushing up off of the canvas in an attempt to rise. David holds onto him and he throws him into the turnbuckles! David falls back and Kirk follows up with a corner forearm! David staggers and Kirk turns around, hitting off the turnbuckles! But David runs out of the corners with a flying knee in mind! But Redwood moves out of the way and Smith’s knee eats nothing but the turnbuckle!
Stew-O: He stumbles backwards, holding at his knee. Kirk hooks the waist and hoists him up high in the air. German suplex right on the back of his head! David rolls away, clutching at his head in agony! Kirk slowly picks him up from the canvas and grabs him in a front facelock, following up with a snap suplex in the center of the ring! Redwood rolls through and lifts him up again. He wants another snap suplex, but DGS holds his ground! He lifts Kirk up for one of his own, but Kirk floats over and hooks the waist, bringing him to the ropes for an O’Connor Roll!
Jake Mercer: But as he attempts it, David shifts the momentum and brings Kirk down with an IMANARI ROLL INSTEAD! BEAUTIFUL FROM SMITH! He’s got Kirk’s leg tied up and Kirk slaps the mat, wailing out in agony! He’s got him in a beautiful knee bar, really cranking back on that leg! Kirk slaps the canvas once again, trying his hardest to get free. He reaches for the ropes and the referee is watching closely to see if he wants to tap out, but no sign of so from Redwood! David keeps pulling back on that leg … and Kirk starts rolling his entire body so he can drape his arm around the bottom rope!
Stew-O: David releases him, shaking his head. He kneels up, running his hands through his hair. Kirk slowly pulls himself up, limping. David wastes no time, running off the ropes as he takes Kirk out with a chop block—NO! REDWOOD MEETS HIM WITH A KNEE TO THE JAW! WHAT A COUNTER! Kirk falls over though, holding at his leg in pain! He used the bad leg and that was a terrible call from him! David is out on the canvas, but it doesn’t matter if Redwood isn’t able to take advantage! He takes the middle rope and desperately pulls himself up, using the top to stay upright.
Flannery McCoy: He limps towards David and drags him up, looking around. David quickly snags ahold of that leg though! DRAGONSCREW LEGWHIP! And even though Redwood was able to stop the chop block, what David wanted was for that leg to remain hurting anyways! He holds his jaw and checks his mouth for any blood. Kirk is in a bad way right now. He slowly limps up to his feet, doing his best to get up, but David is waiting for him to rise and he scoops him up over his shoulder, draping his head down! He wraps his arm around the back of his head, marching into the ‘ONTOLOCLASM!’ THE BACK OF REDWOOD’S HEAD DRIVEN INTO THE KNEE OF DGS! AND HE COVERS HIM!
OOOOOOOOOONNNNNNNNEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!
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Jake Mercer: Only for Redwood to jolt a shoulder up at two! But I don’t think Smith is disheartened by that! Kirk reaches up for the ceiling, but David grabs the wrist and yanks him up from the canvas. He meets him with a forearm to the jaw, and then another one! Redwood is on wobbly legs right now, trying to get free. He gets pushed back to the ropes and David charges in with another forearm smash! Kirk falls over, holding at his head. This was initially a strong start for the veteran, but right now it’s looking like he’s about to fall short to the newer Elitist.
Stew-O: No wasted motion from DGS, who pulls Redwood up! He turns him around and bends that leg back, he wraps his arm around the back of his head and scoops him up high in the air, taking Redwood down with a SHINBREAKER—-NO! BEFORE HE CAN DO SO, REDWOOD BEGINS WIGGLING HIS LEGS IN THE AIR! DAVID LOSES THE GRIP THAT HE HAS! AND THAT’S ALL KIRK NEEDS TO FLOAT OVER HIS BACK, BRINGING HIMSELF DOWN AND PULLING DAVID INTO A SUNSET FLIP! LEGS HOOKED OVER THE ARMS, AND DAVID IS DESPERATELY FLAILING IN AN ATTEMPT TO GET OUT OF THIS!!!
OOOOOOOOOONNNNNNNNEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!
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Flannery McCoy: Kick out! Both men back roll and make their way up to their feet, albeit Redwood was much slower due to the pain in that leg! David fires off a kick to the back of the knee, and Redwood falls to a kneel! David backs up, and he swings EDGE LOGIC I! NO! Kirk ducks under the roundhouse kick just in time! That forces David to spin over the shoulder of Redwood, which is exactly what he needed, as he hoists himself up from the canvas and has Kirk stuck in an electric chair! Kirk yelps out, throwing down punches to the forehead of Kirk but it has no use whatsoever!
Stew-O: Kirk grits his teeth and he falls back! BIG TIME ELECTRIC CHAIR DROP! The higher they are, the harder they fall! And for a 6’5” man to be hoisted up in the air like that, I know that it was a deadly drop for DGS! He rolls away, holding the back of his head. He kicks his legs on the canvas, crying out in pain. Kirk slowly pulls himself up, limping towards the ropes. He tries his best to shake off his knee, to no avail. Kirk drags DGS up and grabs him in a front facelock. He wants to set up that guillotine choke, but David is fighting it with all of his might! Redwood grits his teeth, trying to wrap the arm around the throat of David!
Jake Mercer: Not so easy! Redwood runs forward and slams DGS into the turnbuckles! He wobbles out and Kirk staggers away, holding at his knee. DGS holds at his back, and KIRK THROWS A THUNDEROUS NORTHERN LARIAT! RIGHT TO THE BACK OF HIS HEAD! Kirk holds at his knee, nodding his head profusely! Smith is laid out cold on the canvas, and that’s exactly what Redwood needed to get this match back in his favor! He slowly pulls himself up to his feet and drags Smith up from the canvas… but he’s struggling a bit! That’s a big man and he’s close to dead weight right now! Redwood is digging deep in his reserves just to get him up!
Flannery McCoy: He finally does so! Kirk leans the head of David down. He double underhooks the arms and looks around! He hoists him up in the air for the ‘BRAINDEAD BUS–’ NO! David drops back down to his feet! And he tosses Kirk over his shoulder with a back body drop! David staggers away, falling to the ropes. Kirk holds at his back, groaning. He slowly rolls over and makes his way up to his feet. David sees an opening and waits for Kirk to charge in! ‘THE SILENCER—’NO! KIRK HOLDS ONTO HIM AND HE LANDS ON HIS FEET! He keeps both wrists clutched, and he hoists him up in the air! ‘BASTARDPLEX!’ RIGHT ON THE BACK OF HIS HEAD! REDWOOD ROLLS DAVID OVER AND MAKES THE COVER!
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Stew-O: BIG KICK OUT FROM DAVID! This one isn’t over just yet! That was a very close call, though! Redwood rolls away, holding at his knee. You’ve gotta use your lower body to execute a suplex and that definitely took a lot out of him! The leg is hurting him, but he’s doing his best to not let it bother him! David rolls over, clutching at the back of his head. Kirk limps towards him and tries to pull him up to his feet—BUT DAVID THROWS HIS BODY AT HIS KNEE AND REDWOOD CRUMPLES DOWN! He holds onto the leg and rises up with him!
Jake Mercer: David tries to tie that leg up and drop back into ‘THE INSPIRAL!’ THE CROSS HEE–NO! Kirk drives a boot into his head with the other leg! He drives another boot into his jaw! David tries to hold on, but Kirk kicks him off! Both men stagger up to their feet and David swings for Kirk, who ducks under and hooks the waist. ANOTHER GERMAN SUPLEX! David rolls over, holding the back of his head. Kirk slaps his knee and rises to his feet. He follows David up to his feet and grabs him by the waist again! ANOTHER GERMAN SUPLEX! David holds the back of his head, rolling over in pain! Kirk slowly rises, nodding his head profusely. David is struggling up, and Kirk follows him to his feet. He hooks the waist for another german suplex, but David stomps the toe and elbows him back!
Flannery McCoy: Kirk falls into the turnbuckles and David leaps into a gamengiri! Right to the face, and Kirk falls to a seated position. David is back up to his feet and he pulls Kirk by the hair all the way to the center of the ring. He lifts him up and winds his arm back. ‘THE BLACK BLADE!’ LARIAT RIGHT TO THE HEAD! NO! KIRK DUCKS UNDER AND HE HOOKS THE WAIST FOR ANOTHER GERMAN SUPLEX! REDWOOD HAS COME ALIVE WITH MOSTLY GERMAN SUPLEXES IN HIS ARSENAL THIS LAST MINUTE! David has no idea where he’s at right now! He still tries to force himself up to his feet in spite of the pain!
Stew-O: But it’s beginning to feel like a mistake! Redwood won’t stay down! HE LIFTS HIM UPSIDE DOWN! Kirk struggles, the pain in his leg beginning to force him to buckle! But he won’t let David flip it over! ‘DOWN TO HELL!’ THE LEAPING TOMBSTONE! REDWOOD COLLAPSES, HOLDING HIS KNEE! AND ALL HE CAN DO IS LAY HIS HEAD ON DAVID’S CHEST FOR THE COVER! THE REFEREE SLIDES DOWN TO MAKE THE COUNT!
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(DING DING DING!)
Stephie Love: Here is your winner of this match, KIRK! REDWOOD!
(Kirk rolls off of David as ‘Sinister Purpose’ hits the speakers again and he limps up with the referee’s support. The referee takes Kirk’s arm and raises it up high. He smirks, pleased to leave with the win tonight. Kirk limps out of the ring, while the referee aids David on the mat with more support.)
Jake Mercer: And Kirk Redwood remains on his winning ways! DGS had a strong performance, going for that knee and trying to limit all of his options as far as finishing moves go, but that Down To Hell is deadly and he didn’t even need a strong pinfall hook to win!
Stew-O: It comes with the game. That was a great showing from David, but Kirk Redwood knows how to deal with those kinds of shortcomings on a stage like this. You’ve gotta hand it to him for staying composed.
Flannery McCoy: The great question is seeing what’s next for both of these men. Kirk Redwood looking to mark his ticket for Pain For Pride, and this is a great way to build momentum for that.
(Kirk continues to raise his hand in triumph. The scene would then pan as Dynasty transitions elsewhere, and Michael Belfort is seen standing before the camera.)
Michael Belfort: Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome my guest at this time, EAW Hall Of Famer, Minerva!
(Minerva appeared into the scene as her presence was as usual. But she approached Belfort with a nod.)
Minerva: Thank you for having me here.
(Michael Belfort nodded his head, before he began to lay the hard questions..)
Michael Belfort: So, I really want to ask you a question, this season has been a real lengthy experience for you, right? It has been a lot of ups and downs, lefts and rights. Consistency has been prominent, but it feels like you may be going through the season without winning any championship gold..
(Minerva nods her head again. It is a puzzling reality for her, and with the slight flinch in her facial muscles, it’s clear the idea does get to her a bit. However, she remains calm in the moment, and she looks directly at Michael as she responds.)
Minerva: If you want me to go right ahead and spill the truth out for you, this season has gone in no way shape or form, how I expected. It’s surprised me, completely taken me through a loop for the most part. Feels as if the thing that I expect, gets tossed upside down. I feel like I had a really great chance not that long ago, I felt like I was going to make an absolutely insane amount of history. But the cards just didn’t cue in the way that I hoped and asked for. I’ve come to learn that in the real life, things like this happen. Joso and I had that match, and I just couldn’t get the right amount of measurements working in my favor, floundering below the finish line. I had a real deep focus on Grand Rampage, if you want me to be honest. In a way, I felt like I could have really been the odds on favorite for that. But you know..
(Minerva kind of rolled her eyes as she took focus on what happened previously.)
Minerva: The King Of Elite wanted to go ahead and strike up his issue with me. He took me lightly. Believed me to be a legend on the brink of becoming a myth. Unfortunately for him, I had to show him that heavy is the head that wears the crown, and I feel as if it ended up being quite the teachable moment for him at the end of the day. But even before all of that, you know what happened this season with Drake King. In fact, do I even need to go any further in regard to that..?
(Minerva raised an eyebrow, but the point was known already the history she had endured with Drake King this season.)
Minerva: Still, knowing that I was in the whole ordeal with Drake Armstrong at Grand Rampage, watching Drake King win the match leaves an absolutely disgustingly bitter taste in my mouth. I can’t tell you how much it truly bugs me. He’s likely going to be able to have a main event match ahead of me, and after everything… I don’t know. It just doesn’t feel right.
(A darker and complex look slightly curled as the weight of the past year begins to simmer beneath the surface.)
Minerva: …It isn’t right. But that’s what this season has been, hasn’t it? Wrong turns, misplaced rewards, and people being handed opportunities I bled for. It’s funny—people still come to me and call me one of the best to ever do this. They call me the standard, the vanguard, the mystic force of EAW. But sometimes I wonder… what does all that mean if the doors never open when I knock? I didn’t come this far just to be told I “almost had it.” I didn’t build this legacy to be reduced to some cautionary tale of what could have been. Whether it was Joso, King of Elite, or the devil himself every step of this journey, I’ve had to remind people who I am. And yet still, here we are. Still questioning. Still asking if Minerva will find gold this season… instead of when.
(She pauses, gathering herself. She then raises her head, letting out a long exhale through her nose.)
Minerva: But you know the good thing? I finally was able to put to rest, the ghost of my past. And how many times can you continue to hear it, before it starts to become an old and tired point? I thought that I finally put down the ghost of my past, but it continues to thrive. But crying over spilt milk never did anyone any favors, now did it? At the end of the day — I am an EAW Hall Of Famer, and I have been out on a limb, and have done amazing things in the time that I have been given. I have done things that I’m not proud of, and things I will forever be glad about. But truthfully, I have all the right to not be as concerned. I am a decorated Elitist, a former three-time World Champion and everything else that you could anticipate and add onto there. I know exactly who I am, and I don’t think it needs much of a reminder.
(Minerva stood confidently as Michael Belfort nodded his head, before he would ask another question.)
Michael Belfort: With that being said, do you feel any lingering doubt? Like Pain For Pride may not have all the answers that you’re asking for?
Minerva: I promise that I have full throttle and force, I am focused on Pain For Pride, of course the streak isn’t there anymore, and as unfortunate as that is, it’s the least of my worries. I want to go out with a strong heave towards the wind. I want to make sure that I end my season strong with the platform of Pain For Pride. It genuinely does not matter what is set for me, title or not. I want to end it on a high. Reminding people who the best really is.
Michael Belfort: Very interesting, do you think you could delve more into that said goal..? Do you have your sights set on any specific someone for the event?
(Michael Belfort was intrigued by the hints of Minerva… who just shook her head, remaining as vague as possible.)
Minerva: I have something on my mind. But that is neither here nor there, right now. It would soil the surprise, wouldn’t it? Simply put, it’s going to be a fun challenge, but, a challenge I will conquer. And when it’s all said and done? The Black Rose will still continue to thrive in Elite Answers Wrestling.
(Still, with her answer, there’s a curl to her lips… and perhaps an intent of something more. Michael picks up on this, intrigued as can be, but Minerva is finished. With that statement made, Minerva would quickly turn around, disappearing off screen as the camera faded to black.)
Stew-O: Minerva keeping it extremely eerie and ominous about her direction at Pain For Pride, but it seems as if she may be taking the matters into her own hand! I wonder what it is she has in mind of doing.
Flannery McCoy: Minerva is a smart and calculated woman to say the least, she always has a will and a way about something that stands before her, it’s evident that she is taking the high road about this.
Jake Mercer: Definitely looking forward to that. It hasn’t been the easiest season for her, but maybe with whatever it is she plans on doing, it can be the catalyst for her to end her season eighteen at the absolute top of her game!
(‘Daisy’ by Ashnikko begins to play through the speakers. Mia Santoro comes out from the back, feeling confident. She surveys the crowd as she completely soaks in the spotlight that she’s in. She makes her way down the ramp, hyping herself up along the way.)
Stephie Love: THE FOLLOWING MATCH IS SCHEDULED FOR ONE FALL!!!!!
Crowd: ONE FALL!!!!!!
Stephie Love: INTRODUCING FIRST…FROM KEY WEST, FLORIDA…SHE IS ‘THE OBSESSION’…MIA SANTORO!!!!!!
Stew-O: Now, here’s Mia Santoro who is clearly disappointed about the result of her match against Minerva last week. But, it seems like that didn’t waiver her confidence. Despite the result, she still believes that she’s the better woman.
Flannery McCoy: She calls it a fluke, but it seemed like it was nothing more than veteran instinct from Minerva. It can be debated, but Mia would love to bounce back with a victory against Clayton Golde here. This could turn her luck around as we head towards Pain for Pride in about a month.
Jake Mercer: Agreed, Flannery! While Mia might have her theories on why she didn’t win last week, she has a chance to turn her luck around this week. But, her opponent is not going to make things easy on her at all.
(‘Betty [Get Money]’ by Yung Gravy plays through the speakers as Clayton Golde comes out from the back. He finds himself on his iPhone as he looks to be live streaming to his millions of incel viewers his entrance to this match. Clayton is playing it up for the viewers, looking as cocky as he possibly can.)
Stephie Love: INTRODUCING HER OPPONENT…FROM AN UNDISCLOSED LOCATION IN ROMANIA…WEIGHING IN AT 210 POUNDS… HE IS ‘THE GOSPEL’…CLAYTON GOLDE!!!!!!
Stew-O: Now, unlike Mia Santoro, Clayton Golde managed to secure the victory against David Gideon Smith in his last match. That was two weeks ago. This week, he looks to keep that momentum going at the expense of Mia.
Flannery McCoy: This guy is so completely full of himself. I’ve been looking forward to the day where Clayton Golde is completely humbled. I would hope it’s this week, but he’s always going to find a way to brush it off and not let it destroy his confidence.
Jake Mercer: That’s ‘The Clout King,’ Flannery! ‘The Gospel,’ ‘The Golden God!’ Whatever Clayton Golde says, we all have to listen to it! Him winning this match would mean EVERYTHING to his viewers who take on his every word! This is a must win match for Clayton, in my opinion! We’ll see if he can do it!
(DING! DING! DING!)
(We see a bunch of bickering already happening with Mia Santoro and Clayton Golde. Clayton’s cockiness could be seen as he points to his cheek, almost allowing for Mia to deliver the first punch. But, Clayton doesn’t believe that she’ll take that chance.)
Flannery McCoy: MIA SANTORO DELIVERS A PUNCH TO THE FACE OF CLAYTON GOLDE! IT SERVES HIM RIGHT TO GIVE MIA AN OPPORTUNITY TO DO THAT! CLAYTON IS BACKED TO THE ROPES AS MIA BEGINS TO GO RIGHT AFTER HIM WITH A BUNCH OF RAPID PUNCHES ALL AROUND THE BOTTOM! SHE TAKES HIM TO THE GROUND AS SHE CONTINUES TO THROW SOME PUNCHES! ALTHOUGH, THAT SEEMS TO OVERWHELM CLAYTON AS HE ROLLS HIMSELF OUT OF THE RING!
(Mia Santoro is yelling for Clayton Golde to get himself out of the ring. But, Clayton is taking his sweet time, doing things on his own terms.)
Jake Mercer: This is all strategy with Clayton Golde! Why should he agree to do whatever Mia Santoro wants? That’s not how ‘The Only Alpha Male’ should be doing things! This is a true mastermind in work, Flannery and Stew!
Stew-O: Well, it seems like Mia Santoro is not going to wait for everything to fall into place! Mia rolls herself out of the ring to go retrieve Clayton Golde! But, Clayton quickly slides himself out of the ring! Mia tries to catch him and slides underneath the ring as well! CLAYTON BEGINS TO STOMP ON THE SPINE OF MIA! MIA TOOK WHATEVER BAIT THAT CLAYTON HAD LAID OUT FOR HER! Clayton grabs the back of her head, making sure that she got a good look at Clayton’s face before slamming her to the ground!
Flannery McCoy: Clayton Golde begins to apply a headlock before taking her down to the ground! He slowly begins to work his way up to a knee, but he still maintains application of the headlock! Mia Santoro is looking to get herself out of Clayton’s hold! But, Clayton wrenches in the headlock, applying more pressure onto the hold! A bit of struggle on the face of Mia, who is plotting her next move –
Jake Mercer: BUT, MIA SANTORO MANAGES TO SWIPE ONE OF THE LEGS OF CLAYTON GOLDE AS SHE TAKES HIM TO HIS BACK! CLAYTON TRIES TO GET HIMSELF BACK TO HIS FEET, BUT MIA CONNECTS WITH A LOU THESZ PRESS AS SHE MANAGES TO CONNECT WITH A SERIES OF RAPID PUNCHES TO ‘THE GOLDEN GOD!’ Mia begins to batter Clayton with elbows to the skull as he tries to block these shots from his head! But, Mia is nailing him with each one! She rises up to his feet as drapes his head on the middle rope! Mia begins to apply a middle rope choke on Clayton! Clayton is gasping for air as the referee looks to begin her count here!
Referee: (off-mic) ONE! TWO! THREE! FOUR! FIVE! STEP BACK, MIA!
Stew-O: Mia Santoro begins to back away and allow for Clayton Golde to have a bit of space! Clayton gets to his feet before turning around as Mia runs right after him and connects with a monkey flip as she sends Clayton over and landing in a seated position! Mia rebounds off the set of ropes that Clayton was at seconds ago and connects with a dropkick to the back of his head as he falls to his side! Mia goes for the first pinfall attempt of the match!
OOOOOONNNNNNNNEEEEEEEE!!!!
TTTTWWWWWOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!
Flannery McCoy: Clayton Golde with a kick out! Mia Santoro begins to pick up Clayton and she begins to connect with a series of knee strikes to the gut of Clayton! Then, she connects with several fists to the neck and back of Clayton! She manages to take him down to a knee with a superkick! Mia follows that up by a roundhouse as that takes Clayton back down! Mia likes to call that combination, ‘Two for the Road!’
Jake Mercer: Now, Mia Santoro gets Clayton Golde back to his feet before connecting with some rapid uppercuts as that takes him back to the ropes! Then, she gets him by the wrist and whips him to the set of ropes across from them! Mia gets a leg up, ready for a kick! But, Clayton manages to grasp onto the ropes and prevent himself from rebounding off of them! BUT, CLAYTON MANAGES TO GET MIA BY THAT SAME LEG BEFORE TAKING HER DOWN WITH A DRAGON SCREW LEG WHIP! ‘THE OBSESSION’ IS TAKEN DOWN! WITH MIA DOWN, CLAYTON DECIDES THAT IT’S A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO CONNECT WITH MULTIPLE STANDING ELBOW DROPS TO THE CHEST OF MIA! EACH ONE SEEMS TO HURT HER MORE THAN THE LAST ONE!
Stew-O: CLAYTON GOLDE GETS MIA SANTORO UP TO HER FEET BEFORE CONNECTING WITH A HIP TOSS TO THE TURNBUCKLE AS SHE LANDS UPSIDE DOWN AND ON HER SPINE! HE CALLS THAT ‘THE 305!’ CLAYTON DECIDES TO TAKE A COUPLE OF STEPS BACK BEFORE KEEPING HER DOWN WITH A CANNONBALL TO THE CORNER! THAT MIGHT HAVE FLATTENED HER LIKE A PANCAKE! CLAYTON PULLS MIA BY THE LEG AND GOES FOR A PIN!
OOOOOOONNNNNNNEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!
TTTTWWWWWWOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!
Flannery McCoy: Mia Santoro with a kick out! Clayton Golde gets Mia into a vertical base and connects with a dropkick! Mia stumbles back into the ropes as Clayton looks to continue this piece of momentum that he managed to gain for himself! He goes right after Mia with a knee to the face! BUT, MIA MANAGES TO CONNECT WITH AN ELBOW TO CLAYTON’S FACE AS THAT TAKES HIM BACK! THEN, SHE RUNS RIGHT AFTER HIM, LOOKING TO LAND A CROSSBODY! BUT, CLAYTON MANAGES TO CATCH HER AND COUNTER WITH A SCOOP SLAM! HE USED MIA’S MOMENTUM FOR HIS OWN GAIN! CLAYTON GETS MIA UP ON TOP OF THE TURNBUCKLE! HE’S GOING AT HIGH RISK FOR THIS NEXT MOVE!
Jake Mercer: Mia Santoro is looking to fight back as she connects with a forearm to the face of Clayton Golde as that causes him to stumble back! But, Clayton manages to connect with a knee lift underneath the chin of Mia as she folds forward! Clayton manages to climb up the turnbuckle and get Mia in a front headlock! He underhooks her arms and I’m not quite sure what Clayton is looking for here! BUT, I DON’T THINK IT’S GOING TO BE GOOD WHATSOEVER! CLAYTON FROM THE TOP ROPE – A LIFTING SINGLE UNDERHOOK DDT! MIA IS DROPPED ON THE TOP OF HER HEAD! I THINK THAT CLAYTON MIGHT HAVE HER THERE!
Stew-O: It seems like we’ll never know as Mia Santoro rolls herself out of the ring! Now, that’s some wonderful ring awareness from Mia there! Clayton Golde follows that up with a baseball slide dropkick as that sends Mia crashing back to the front of our table! Clayton gets on top of the apron as he waits for Mia to begin to move! Then, he sees his cue to jump off the apron and take her back down with a meteora! I don’t think that the crowd is too crazy about that!
Flannery McCoy: These two can be quite cocky and full of themselves! But, I think that this crowd is gravitating towards Mia Santoro for the time being! Clayton Golde has his arms up in confidence as he’s feeding off the negativity from the crowd! THEN, HE GETS MIA AND THROWS HER FRONT FIRST TO THE EDGE OF THE APRON! OUCH! MIA STUMBLES BACK AS CLAYTON CONNECTS WITH A BACK SUPLEX AS SHE LANDS ON TOP OF OUR TABLE!
Jake Mercer: Clayton Golde begins to connect with a couple of punches to the chest of Mia Santoro! He is looking to keep her down and I’m not quite sure what Clayton is looking to do here! But, he’s going up the top turnbuckle! HIS BODY IS TURNED TO MIA AT OUR ANNOUNCE TABLE! WHAT IN THE WORLD IS CLAYTON LOOKING TO DO HERE?!? WE ALL NEED TO GET OURSELVES OUT OF THE WAY AND NOW!
(The commentators begin to scramble for their things and get to the side, leaving Mia Santoro alone on top of their table.)
Stew-O: CLAYTON GOLDE JUMPS FROM THE TOP ROPE – 450° LEG DROP TO MIA SANTORO! OUR TABLE COMPLETELY COLLAPSES DOWN! CLAYTON IS HOLDING THE BACK OF HIS THIGH! IT NOT ONLY HURT MIA, BUT IT MAY HAVE HURT CLAYTON! But, Clayton realizes that he could be inches away from a victory here! He needs to get Mia and roll her back inside the ring! Using whatever strength that he may have left, Clayton gets Mia up and rolls her back inside the ring! Clayton is holding the back of his thigh before he slides himself back inside the ring! Slowly, he gets an arm over Mia for a cover!
OOOOOOONNNNNNNEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!
TTTTTWWWWWWWOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!
TTTTTHHHH–
Flannery McCoy: I CAN’T BELIEVE IT!
Jake Mercer: MIA SANTORO WITH A KICK OUT! CLAYTON GOLDE CAN’T SEEM TO BELIEVE IT! HE BELIEVES THAT HE SHOULD HAVE HAD MIA THERE! PERSONALLY, I THOUGHT THAT MIA WAS DONE FOR!
Stew-O: It just shows that you can’t keep someone like Mia Santoro down! She is not looking to give up this match without some sort of fight, Jake and Flannery! Slowly, Clayton Golde manages to get his hands on the ropes as he finds a way back to his feet! He’s got that look on his eyes, guys! He wants to finish this match! HE WAITS FOR MIA TO SLOWLY RISE UP TO HER FEET AS CLAYTON MANAGES TO SPRINGBOARD HIMSELF ON AND OFF THE ROPES AND CONNECT WITH THE SPRINGBOARD CUTTER AS THAT TAKES MIA DOWN! NOW, HE LOOKS TO TOP THAT OFF AND CONNECT WITH ‘C’EST LA VIE’ – THE INVERTED STUNNER ON ‘THE OBSESSION!’
Flannery McCoy: NO! MIA SANTORO COUNTERS WITH A BACKSLIDE PIN ON CLAYTON GOLDE! MIA IS LOOKING TO ESCAPE WITH THE VICTORY HERE!
OOOOOOONNNNNNNEEEEEEE!!!!!!
TTTTTWWWWWWOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!
TTTTTHHHH–
Jake Mercer: CLAYTON GOLDE ROLLS TO HIS KNEES! MIA SANTORO RUNS RIGHT IN FRONT OF HIM AND TAKES HIM DOWN WITH A BLOCKBUSTER! She has him down as Mia begins to fire herself up! She can see the end of the match in the distance for her! I think that she’s headed for the top rope! She’s going for that diving leg drop! ‘Chase the Feeling’ is what she likes to call that! If she can hit this move, she’ll win this match! More than confident about that!
Stew-O: BUT, SOMEHOW, CLAYTON GOLDE MANAGES TO FIND HIMSELF ON THE TOP TURNBUCKLE! THESE TWO FIND THEMSELVES TEETERING OFF THE TURNBUCKLE! MIA CONNECTS WITH A FOREARM TO CLAYTON! CLAYTON WITH A FOREARM TO MIA! MIA WITH A FOREARM TO CLAYTON! CLAYTON WITH A FOREARM TO MIA! MIA! CLAYTON! MIA! CLAYTON! MIA! CLAYTON! CLAYTON! CLAYTON! MIA FINDS HERSELF STAGGER BACK AS SHE’S AT RISK OF FALLING OFF!
Flannery McCoy: NO! MIA SANTORO RACES FORWARD AND KNOCKS CLAYTON GOLDE OFF THE TOP ROPE WITH A GIANT HEADBUTT! THIS MAY BE MIA’S ONLY SHOT TO WIN THE MATCH! SHE BEGINS TO SITUATE HERSELF UP ON THE TOP ROPE BEFORE FLYING OFF –‘CHASE THE FEELING!’ SHE LANDS RIGHT ON THE CHEST OF CLAYTON AS MIA SLOWLY GOES FOR THE COVER! IS THIS GOING TO BE IT HERE?!??!
OOOOOOOOONNNNNNNNNEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!
TTTTTWWWWWWOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!
TTTTTHHHHHHRRRREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!
(DING! DING! DING!)
(‘Daisy’ plays once again as Mia Santoro rolls off Clayton Golde. Mia slams her hands against the canvas, more than pumped up from this victory. She allows for the referee to raise her hand up as she soaks in the spotlight.)
Stephie Love: THE WINNER OF THIS MATCH…MIA SANTORO!!!!!!!!
Jake Mercer: Mia Santoro picks up a nice victory over Clayton Golde! I can’t imagine how good that must feel for this young woman! Recently, things haven’t been great for her! She’s been itching for a victory here, so I can’t imagine what this must do for her confidence!
Stew-O: I agree, Jake! As for Clayton Golde, he might have found his material for his next podcast here…unfortunately. If anything, he’ll continue to be as cocky, arrogant and full of himself as he possibly can be.
(The camera shows Clayton Golde holding the back of his neck in pain. He begins to make his way up the ramp in sheer frustration that things did not go his way. Meanwhile, Mia Santoro does the ‘loser’ gesture with her fingers and resumes her celebration inside the ring.)
Flannery McCoy: Mia Santoro’s road to Pain for Pride may have turned around here and honestly, she might be someone that you ought to keep your eye on as we head to the end of the season.
(The final shot shows Mia continuing to celebrate before Dynasty transitions to commercials.)
(A commercial plays for Super Dynasty, where Mia Santoro faces off against Hans Grayson and Corey Hale takes on Kirk Redwood for a chance to qualify for the Cash in the Vault match at Pain for Pride!)
(As Dynasty returned on air, “Lacrimosa” – epic remix by Samuel Kim brightly blared through the speakers. Vincent Mondrian made his way out to the ramp.)
Stew-O: And Vincent Mondrian is out of the gates, as you know, typically, Vincent is just a stone faced guy. He always seems unimpressed for the most part. he doesn’t really have much of an expression, it seems like he doesn’t really care that much..
Flannery McCoy: But Vincent, has a shot to put himself in the upper stratosphere! A setback it was, when he lost at Road To Redemption, but he didn’t allow it to deter his focus, he only used it as reasoning to become stronger!
Jake Mercer: Vincent isn’t scared to bark up a scary tree, and that’s a quality that many other Elitists don’t possess. How far he takes it? To be determined.
(Vincent made his way down the ramp, entering the ring. He looked at the crowd, and basically overruled them himself, as his theme song died.)
Vincent Mondrian: So, what do I wanna say, now that i’ve been given some time to speak?
(Vincent paced around the ring as he held the microphone at bay.)
Vincent Mondrian: I cannot wait to go out there and humiliate Chris Elite. I am sorry, but after last week — I think it’s only made me want to more. Chris Elite has been nothing short, of a complete asshole. Look, most people that know me, know it takes a lot to really dig into me. And look, I sat there last week watching the great sport that I made my hyper fixation, crumble at the words of Chris Elite. He tried his hardest to discredit me, and he has done nothing but put me down every single second. When I stepped up to be his challenger, he saw not a former champion, not a threat, but some sort of.. “joke”. But I couldn’t be further from that, as Chris’s ender. I don’t think it needs much else to be said, his hubris had grown exponentially and it isn’t admirable. I get that he has done a lot in his career, and power to him for being able to achieve such lengths. He is a legend, and yes. In that legendary status, Chris did have a stretch where he was in a dry spell. Not seeing a championship in EAW for 3 years before becoming champion..
(Vincent stopped, as he nodded his head.)
Vincent Mondrian: However, the problem that gets me, is now that he has the glory, he’s trying to pretend like he never came from somewhere beneath that. What we aren’t going to do, is belittle me. I am not going to be underestimated. Reflect on Operation: Doomsday, I tried my hardest and I gave Brian Daniels hell. I tried my best at Grand Rampage, and love it or hate it — work got done. I have steadily been building myself back up, taking every inch and mile given to me. After I was supposed to fall off the mountain and tumble. But maybe that was for a good reason, everything — happens for a reason. The things we expect all happen randomly, so maybe this was meant to happen. Maybe I was supposed to suffer an unfortunate fate of this caliber. And now, I have the chance to write my name in the history books. Being a two time interwire champion?
(A smirk appeared off Vincent’s face, as he gets closer to the camera.)
Vincent Mondrian: Doesn’t sound so bad to me. And being able to do that, whilst witnessing Chris Elite cry, make excuses and do the rest of the overabundant crap that he has been doing these last few weeks? It’s going to be liberating. It’s going to be exciting! It’s going to be satisfying. And—
(“Invincible by pop smoke hits.)
Stew-O: AND HERE COMES THE INTERWIRE CHAMPION! He doesn’t look happy either. Look at the look on his face, it’s a mixture of emotions. But Vincent Mondrian didn’t exactly hit some sort of criteria with what he had to say!
Flannery McCoy: I don’t think anything pierces the skin of Chris Elite, really. He is a UNW legend, his drought is over! I think more than anything, he’s purely just a happy individual right now.
Jake Mercer: He’ll be even happier when he gets rid of Vincent Mondrian!
(Chris Elite made his way down the ramp swiftly, he got into the ring, title around his waist as he looked at Vincent, his theme dying down, as he spoke.)
Chris Elite: I am sorry bruh, but let me cut you down to size for a moment, coming out here again — talking and dispelling all these layers of nonsense, you are an idiotic kid who will never come close to any decision that I can make. You’ll never be at this level, that I am on. Oh, and again — your chain fake.
(Vincent laughs, as he just twirls the microphone in his hand.)
Vincent Mondrian: Are you sure, because if my chain is fake, the reflection of it surely is bouncing off your bald head.
Crowd: :mjgrin;
(Chris Elite rolled his eyes as he listened to the laughter.)
Chris Elite: Dick-eating ass bitch with no originality, you’re a sad case for someone better off quitting while they’re still ahead. Go ahead and do us a favor, pack it and park it now.
Vincent Mondrian: Unfortunately for you, there will be no quitting for me, Chris. As much as you may want me to quit, it just won’t happen.
(Suddenly Chris Elite would get into the face of Vincent Mondrian, the Interwire Champion glaring at him.)
Chris Elite: Do you want me to whoop your ass so bad, you don’t make it to Super Dynasty..?
(Vincent just laughed.)
Vincent Mondrian: How about an early start?
Stew-O: AND VINCENT MONDRIAN NAILS A HEADBUTT DIRECTLY ONTO CHRIS ELITE! BEFORE BACKING HIM INTO THE CORNER! VINCENT HITS A VICIOUS CHOP ON THE CHEST OF THE CHAMPION!
Flannery McCoy: VINCENT GOES TO THE CORNER AS HE RUSHES AT CHRIS ELITE— NO! BOOT TO THE FACE FROM ELITE! VINCENT IS DOWN, AS CHRIS ELITE GOES DOWN AND STARTS NAILING VINCENT WITH STRAIGHT PUNCHES!
Jake Mercer: CHRIS ELITE SEEKING THE KILL, AS HE CHARGES AT VINCENT— BUT A FOREARM FROM VINCENT MONDRIAN STUNS CHRIS ELITE. “VAN GOH ASCENDANCY” CONNECTS WITH THE INTERWIRE CHAMPION!
(Vincent looked at Chris Elite on the ground, as he grabbed the interwire championship and held it high.)
Stew-O: And just imagine if this is the closing shot at Super Dynasty!
Flannery McCoy: Vincent Mondrian is all about nothing but business, and he walks to leave Super Dynasty as champ.
Jake Mercer: He’s going to attempt history; let’s see if it works!
(And the final closing shot was Vincent holding the title high, as Dynasty went elsewhere.)
(A commercial plays for Benihana’s.)
Stephie Love: LADIES AND GENTLEMEN, THE FOLLOWING IS A TAG TEAM MATCH IS SCHEDULED FOR ONE FALL!
Crowd: ONE FALL!
(‘Rise and Fall’ by Starset began to blare through the arena’s speakers to cheers as Corey Hale made his way out from behind the stage curtains with a relaxed, confident smile on his face; he held his hand up to his forehead and looked across the audience before gazing to the stars above. He walked to the center of the stage before stepping to the side, looking behind him; suddenly, ‘RUNITUP’ by Tyler, The Creator ft. Teezo Touchdown began playing to boos as Cosmo Goldworthy swaggered out onto the stage with an aggressive, arrogant stride; Cosmo and Corey locked eyes with some tension between the two from their past before they stormed down the ramp towards the ring.)
Stephie Love: INTRODUCING FIRST! Hailing from Phoenix, Arizona, weighing in at 200 pounds… he is THE CELESTIAL WANDERER, CORREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEY! HAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAALE! AND HIS PARTNER! Hailing from The Golden State, weighing in at 220 pounds, he is THE GOLD STANDARD OF EAW, COSMOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO! GOOOOOOOOOOOLDWOOOOORTHYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY!
Stew-O: We’ve got one hell of a tag team match scheduled for tonight, folks, with every member set to compete to earn a significant opportunity in the future! Potential Interwire Championship contenders and a potential competitor in the Cash in the Vault match, all colliding tonight for momentum as we get closer and closer to Super Dynasty and Fighting Spirit!
Flannery McCoy: This tag team is one that we’ve seen before, with Money Mo teaming up with Corey Hale; the last time they teamed up together, it didn’t exactly work out well for the pair with the team imploding afterwards! Cosmo had already spoken about his misgivings for being forced to team with Corey Hale again, and Corey himself certainly doesn’t think very highly of Cosmo either!
Jake Mercer: Nevertheless, we know that neither wrestler is going to be looking to take the pedal off the metal tonight, and if that means that they’re going to have to work together with each other in spite of the mutual disdain, that’s what they’re going to try to do! Corey Hale is going to be competing to get into the Cash in the Vault match and Money Mo has his eyes on the Interwire Championship; victory tonight will drum up some solid momentum en route to competing for those opportunities! They’ll have to get through a very competent team on the other end of the squared circle, though…
(‘ULTRA INSTINCT THEME’ by Carameii began blaring through the speakers to loud cheers as BRAE stormed out onto the stage, brimming with unbridled intensity, as he glared down the ramp at his adversaries waiting for him in the ring. He gave himself two jabs to the chin, awakening his fighting spirit, before he began walking down the ramp; before he could make it far, ‘Burn in My Light’ by Mercy Drive began playing to loud boos as Kai Rabeaux strutted to the center of the stage, arrogantly looking down on everybody in the arena including his own partner. BRAE looked back as Kai made his way to his side; the two shared a glance with hostility emanating from Kai, before they entered the ring.)
Stephie Love: AND THEIR OPPONENTS! First, hailing from Novosibirsk, Russia, weighing in at 215 pounds… he is ‘SON’ BRRRAAAAAAAAAAAEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE! AND HIS PARTNER! Hailing from New York City, New York, weighing in at 230 pounds… he is THE FORERUNNER, KAAAAAAAAAAAAIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII! RRRRRAAAAAAAAAAABEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUX!
Stew-O: Neither team in this match is without their internal tension, though it could be argued that the tension that runs between Kai Rabeaux and BRAE is deeper-seeded than what runs between Cosmo and Corey, especially when you consider what all of his losses to BRAE has done to Kai Rabeaux’s ego!
Flannery McCoy: Kai Rabeaux has made his frustrations with his current record against BRAE apparent, but even with that being said, the progress he’s been making can’t be understated; it’s gotten to the point where BRAE had to resort to a leverage pin just to be able to put Rabeaux down for the three count in their latest match!
Jake Mercer: When you consider BRAE’s experience and what he’s managed to do in his young career, it reflects even better on Kai that he’s pushing BRAE to the limits like he is! Unfortunately, pushing him to his limits isn’t going to help him when the chance to fight for the Interwire Championship hinges on the win and not the moral victory; we’ll have to see whether Kai Rabeaux can get it done and get his opportunity for the Interwire Championship or whether it’ll go to one of the other participants. Tonight, it’s time for all of these warriors to show what they’re made of!
Stew-O: Only one of these teams is going to be able to make it out of here with the win! Which one is it going to be? It’s time to find out!
(Ding! Ding! Ding!)
Stew-O: And the match is underway! Kai Rabeaux and Cosmo Goldworthy are starting things off here, as the two more egotistical wrestlers of their respective tag teams made sure that they would take matters into their own hands to kick the match off! Both of them have full confidence in their abilities and that is fully apparent as they step out of their respective corners and begin circling the ring, eyeing each other down as they bait each other into making a move!
Flannery McCoy: And they lock up in the ring! Cosmo Goldworthy immediately transitions to a side headlock and attempts to use the headlock in order to take Kai Rabeaux down, but Kai is able to slip out of it and yank Cosmo’s own head down before rocking him with a thrust kick to the side of the head, causing him to fall to a kneel!
Jake Mercer: But he’s not following up on it! Kai Rabeaux is just dusting himself off and showboating, laughing as Cosmo Goldworthy scrambles back up to his feet! That ego of Kai Rabeaux is something that is always present in his matches, and we can already see his partner BRAE getting frustrated that Kai isn’t following through with the momentum, but what can he do? He’s not the legal man!
Stew-O: Cosmo does get back to his feet and looks even angrier now that Kai is treating him as a lesser; Kai Rabeaux nevertheless goes for another lock up, but Cosmo ducks underneath the arm that Kai Rabeaux reached out with and slips right behind his opponent! He drops to a knee and immediately launches his own arm forward, catching the back of Kai Rabeaux’s knee with a chopblock!
Flannery McCoy: That brings Kai Rabeaux down to a knee himself, and Money Mo wastes no time in getting back to his feet before connecting with the back of Kai’s lowered head with a hammerfist drop! Kai Rabeaux gets flattened face-first to the canvas, with Cosmo Goldworthy turning him over onto his back and mounting him!
Jake Mercer: Now Money Mo is raining down on the esteemed face of Kai Rabeaux with a flurry of punches! Kai Rabeaux is taking a real beating here, but– OH, he manages to get out of the predicament by launching Cosmo overhead with a monkey flip! Both wrestlers scramble back up to their feet as quickly as they can, and Money Mo lunges forward as he attempts to keep a hold of the momentum he was gathering by launching a jumping knee strike at the head of the Forerunner!
Stew-O: Kai was able to jump back and avoid the impact, though! Not only that, but he managed to reach out and grab the knee and leg of Cosmo before it could land back on the ground! Money Mo is jumping on his one free leg trying to stay stable, but Kai Rabeaux doesn’t let him stay on his feet as he suddenly twists himself around and takes Cosmo down with a dragon screw leg whip!
Flannery McCoy: Impressive work here by Kai Rabeaux who actually does follow up this time! Cosmo got to his hands and knees as he tried crawling to the ropes for leverage to get back to his feet, but Rabeaux managed to cut him off with a perfectly timed low angle knee strike to the side of the face to knock the Gold Standard of EAW silly!
Jake Mercer: Kai Rabeaux steps over the body of the fallen Money Mo and reaches down to grab both of his arms from behind! It looks like Kai is applying a grounded full nelson and using it to drag Cosmo back to his feet… as uncomfortably as possible, it seems! He manages to do so before he arches himself back, looking to take Cosmo Goldworthy out with a snap dragon suplex!
Stew-O: But Cosmo is able to slip out of it before he could be launched! He purposefully falls to the canvas and slides himself back between Kai Rabeaux’s legs, scrambling up to his feet right behind Rabeaux’s back before applying a rear waist lock! The grappling game here is back and forth with Cosmo Goldworthy now looking to take advantage by launching Kai Rabeaux back with a RELEASE GERMAN SUPLEX!
Flannery McCoy: AND HE MANAGES TO LAUNCH HIM! Kai Rabeaux lands on his back, but the impact sends him into a backroll! Kai landed about as well as he could have there, transitioning himself through the momentum to minimize the damage, and he does his best to get back to his feet through the motion!
Jake Mercer: He does, but the damage is still done as it forces him to stumble backwards to his own corner!
(TAG!)
Stew-O: OH, and BRAE took that opportunity to forcefully tag himself into the match! Kai Rabeaux looked annoyed at this but did not have the opportunity to make a fuss about it as BRAE immediately jumped into the ring and sprinted towards Cosmo before Money Mo even realized that a tag was made!
Flannery McCoy: DISCUS CLOTHESLINE CONNECTS! BRAE just knocked Cosmo Goldworthy inside out with a discus clothesline from out of nowhere, and brings the reins of control in this match back to his team! BRAE continues his intense offense as he drags Cosmo Goldworthy back to his feet and begins to apply a rear naked chokehold!
Jake Mercer: But Money Mo isn’t allowing the arm to wrap around his throat, he’s struggling as much as he can to prevent BRAE from locking it in! BRAE is winning in the struggle, though, and is just about to have it locked- OH! Money Mo just launched his head backwards, connecting with a… backwards headbutt to the jaw of BRAE? It was a move of desperation that hurt Cosmo almost as much as it hurt BRAE, but it was enough to get some distance between himself and the former New Breed champion!
Stew-O: He turns around and rushes forward to spin and connect with the side of BRAE’s head with a spinning back elbow before grabbing his wrist and irish whipping him to one of the neutral corners in the ring! BRAE lands with his back against the turnbuckle, cornered there as Money Mo charges forward and looks to follow up with a charging back elbow to the head of his opponent!
Flannery McCoy: BUT BRAE LAUNCHES BOTH LEGS UP, CONNECTING WITH A SUDDEN DOUBLE FOOT KICK TO THE BACK OF COSMO GOLDWORTHY! Money Mo launched himself into that kick full force, so the impact of landing against the boots of BRAE sent him staggering forward as he begins to fall–
Jake Mercer: But BRAE didn’t let him fall over, instead grabbing him and throwing him back against the ropes before rushing forward and connecting with a running bicycle knee! That sent Cosmo over the top rope and onto the apron, where BRAE held him tight against the ropes and wrapped his arms up with the ropes! We know as well as the crowd what BRAE is planning here, and you can hear the volume in the arena rising as BRAE raises his fist up!
Stew-O: THE TEN BEATS OF BRAE! THE FIST OF BRAE IS DRIVEN AGAINST THE CHEST OF COSMO GOLDWORTHY TEN TIMES, LIGHTING UP THE CHEST WITH IMMENSE PAIN! That signature maneuver of Son BRAE does its job as Money Mo is looking far worse for wear here as BRAE throws him back into the ring and backs up, measuring Cosmo up for something big here!
Flannery McCoy: Money Mo, chest clutched in pain, manages to stagger back up to his feet, prompting BRAE to sprint across the ring towards him as he looks to FINISH HIM OFF! MORRIGAN– WAIT, NO, COSMO MANAGES TO DUCK UNDERNEATH RIGHT BEFORE IT CONNECTS! BRAE IS SENT STUMBLING FORWARD, THROWN OFF BALANCE BY ALL OF THE FORCE HE PUT INTO HIS ATTEMPTED FINISHING MANEUVER!
Jake Mercer: Cosmo Goldworthy rushes towards BRAE, who is stumbling near Corey Hale, before connecting with a high knee strike to the back of the head, causing BRAE to get launched forward chest-first against the turnbuckle! Cosmo steps up to the back of BRAE, before–
(TAG!)
Stew-O: COREY HALE TAGS HIMSELF IN! But Cosmo Goldworthy isn’t done himself, hoisting BRAE up from behind before turning around with him held up and dropping BRAE’s upper back onto the top turnbuckle with a back suplex onto the corner of the ring! Some innovative offense here by Cosmo Goldworthy, who catches BRAE as he staggers off of the corner before hoisting him up and dropping him onto the canvas with a uranage!
Flannery McCoy: With that uranage, though, it looks like Money Mo has expended much of his energy as the damage he’s faced thus far sets in; he rolls out of the ring as Corey Hale steps in to face off against Son BRAE! Corey Hale wastes no time in using the beneficial situation that Cosmo left him with as he drags BRAE up to a standing position and gives him a stiff knee smash to the midsection, causing him to double over in pain!
Jake Mercer: Corey drags BRAE into a front facelock before reaching down and grabbing a hold of one of his opponent’s legs! He uses this grip to hoist BRAE overhead before DROPPING him with an exploder suplex, keeping up the pressure on the former New Breed Champion! He doesn’t let BRAE get a moment to recuperate as he drags him back up and Irish whips him over to a neutral corner of the ring!
Stew-O: He rushes forward to meet BRAE right where he is, connecting with a dropkick to the cornered former New Breed Champion, which causes BRAE to fall to a seated position against the bottom turnbuckle! Corey Hale sees this as an opportunity as he rushes across the ring and bounces off the opposite corner with his back to rush back at BRAE with increased velocity! He gets close to BRAE before executing a front flip and weaponizing his body to connect with a cannonball!
Flannery McCoy: That manages to rock BRAE, who rolls out of the corner and winds up with his back to the canvas! Corey Hale keeps this up as he looks to the skies and decides to scale the ropes, going up to his perch on the top turnbuckle and rising up to his feet to look down at BRAE from high above! He takes aim before LAUNCHING himself off the top rope!
Jake Mercer: AND HE CRASHES DOWN WITH A FROG SPLASH! BUT WAIT, BRAE MANAGED TO GET HIS KNEES UP AT THE NICK OF TIME! HE MANAGED TO PROTECT HIMSELF AND TURN ALL OF COREY’S MOMENTUM AND POWER AGAINST HIM!
Stew-O: That horrific landing causes Corey to roll off of BRAE and clutch his midsection in pain, while BRAE, having taken immense damage in this match, crawls across the ring to his corner, where Kai Rabeaux is waiting expectantly with a smirk on his face, fully recuperated from the damage sustained earlier in the match!
(TAG!)
Flannery McCoy: And now the Judge is back in the match, and he smells blood in the water like a shark as he rushes towards where Corey Hale is writhing on the canvas in pain! He begins stomping Corey Hale out, picking the Celestial Wanderer apart with a malicious sneer! He drags Corey Hale to his feet before turning him around and applying a full nelson hold!
Jake Mercer: SNAP DRAGON SUPLEX CONNECTS! That sends Corey Hale down onto the canvas, and the impact causes Corey to roll through and land dazed on his knees, which it seems like Kai Rabeaux had planned as he immediately springs into action, lunging at Corey Hale and connecting with a penalty kick to the head!
Stew-O: Corey Hale is utterly rocked here and Kai Rabeaux is taking full advantage of it as he drags Corey Hale back to his feet before irish whipping him to the nearest corner! Corey Hale tries to get out of the corner before Kai Rabeaux manages to follow up, but Kai crosses the ring with frightening speed before CONNECTING WITH HOLLOW POINT! THAT SIGNATURE HIGH KICK THAT KAI IS SO FOND OF USING CATCHES COREY HALE RIGHT ON TARGET, CAUSING COREY TO COLLAPSE AGAINST KAI, WHO HOLDS HIM STANDING!
Flannery McCoy: With Corey Hale in his hands, he turns to BRAE and Money Mo, who both want the same Interwire Championship as him…
Kai Rabeaux (off-mic): Behold, your next Interwire Champion!
Jake Mercer: KAI RABEAUX TURNS COREY HALE UPSIDE DOWN BEFORE SPINNING TOWARDS THE CENTER OF THE RING AND DROPPING HIM ON HIS HEAD! KINGSTONE PILEDRIVER! KINGSTONE PILEDRIVER CONNECTS, AND KAI RABEAUX SLITHERS ACROSS THE BODY OF COREY HALE BEFORE HOOKING THE LEG!
ONEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!
TWOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
THREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!
(Ding! Ding! Ding!)
(‘Burn in My Light’ – Mercy Drive began blaring through the speakers to loud boos as Kai Rabeaux staggered back to his feet and BRAE stepped into the ring with a mixed expression on his face; the referee grabbed both of their hands and raised them in victory.)
Stephie Love: HERE ARE YOUR WINNERS… THE TEAM OF BRAE AND KAI RABEAUUUUUUUUUUX!
Stew-O: This was quite the showcase from all four members of the match, but Kai Rabeaux was ultimately able to take advantage of the position that Corey Hale was left in and took FULL advantage, seeing the match through to his team’s victory!
Flannery McCoy: Not only that, he just showed his fellow contenders for that Interwire Championship opportunity who he predicts to be the not only the challenger for the Interwire Championship, but the man who is going to BECOME the next Interwire Champion! Like him or hate him because of his ego, but that statement couldn’t have been any clearer!
Jake Mercer: It was a valiant effort on the part of Corey Hale and Cosmo Goldworthy, but ultimately the team of BRAE and Rabeaux were able to come out with the victory! Is this a sign for how things are going to turn out in their attempt to fight for the Interwire Championship?
(The video feed lingered as Cosmo Goldworthy stared daggers at Kai and BRAE, who themselves were returning to the same level of tension they had before, while Corey Hale looked on disappointed at the result; the feed slowly faded to black.)
(A commercial plays for the MLB, featuring Michael Machina wearing his bum-ass Mets jersey he likely copped at the bargain bin at Walmart.)
(Friday Night Dynasty returns to show a panaround shot of The Accor Arena as the crowd here tonight in Paris is excited for what is to come. It’s not long before the sounds of ‘Vortex’ by Jinjer are heard playing through the speakers of the arena as the crowd is in an uproar. The camera goes over to the stage as it’s revealed to be Daniella Atlas, who makes her way out with a confident expression on her face while she does. She poses before then beginning to make her way down the ramp and toward the ring.)
Stephie Love: Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome… DANIELLA ATLAS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Stew-O: Well, here comes one of the three women from Friday Night Dynasty who will be competing in the No Way Out match at Fighting Spirit. Daniella Atlas is walking into this match with a purpose, not only knowing that she can make her past mistakes right, but also asserting the dominance that she’s always known that she has.
Flannery McCoy: And that’s not something that’s entirely out of the picture. We know what Daniella is capable of in this company, and we’ve seen the Elitists that she has torn through during her time here. I’m sure she is more than eager to make the same impact come Fighting Spirit.
Jake Mercer: And I’m sure there are plenty of people supporting Daniella in that endeavor! But at the same time, I suppose there are also people breathing down her neck in the process.
(Daniella makes her way up the steps and onto the apron as she enters through the ropes. She makes her way over and takes a microphone from the ringside area while ‘Vortex’ then begins to come to a close. She makes her way toward the center of the ring, taking a moment before then beginning to speak with a confident look on her face.)
Daniella Atlas: For the longest time now, I’ve been looking for a breakthrough. It’s been a troubling road, filled with people who would never want to see you succeed in their wildest dreams, but it never stopped me, it never stopped my stride, knowing that I was already better than everyone else. I have about half the experience that everyone else has in that No Way Out match, and yet it’s easy to claim that I am one of the frontrunners in the entire thing! Ce sont tous des agneaux. They’re waiting to be slaughtered, and considering that nobody else is going to do it, I’m going to make sure that I lay waste to everyone. It’s going to be my moment to make, and I’m going to be the one who not only is the next challenger for the Universal Women’s Championship but also becomes the next Champion and makes up for my past mistakes.
(Daniella looks down at the canvas, shaking her head briefly.)
Daniella Atlas: When I lost the Empress of Elite finals to Bea Valentine, I wasn’t very deterred, but I will say that it didn’t sit well with me to see Bea accomplishing what I could have accomplished by winning the Universal Women’s Championship. The one thing that motivated me was knowing that I can make it up for it, and I am glad that I have the opportunity to do that in a match like this, and trust me when I say that nobody, not even little Saori Aizen who thinks that it’s proper to get her revenge on me, is going to stop me from doing that. I am going to find the utmost satisfaction in making an example out of your idols.
(Before Daniella can continue, she’s interrupted by the sounds of ‘Judas’ by Lady Gaga, which begins to play through the speakers of the arena. The camera goes over to show a confident Holly Arrow making her way out from the backstage area. She has a casual look on her face as she eyes one of her future opponents inside the ring, taking a moment before then beginning to make her way down the ramp.)
Stew-O: Well, here comes Holly Arrow, who certainly seems pleased that she’s in this No Way Out match. It’s been a hard climb upward here on Dynasty this season, but I could only imagine what winning this match and fighting for the Universal Women’s Championship would mean for her.
Flannery McCoy: It would propel her straight to the top, and I’m sure that’s something that Holly wants to happen. We don’t know how many chances certain Elitists have to make something happen this season, so this very well might be Holly’s last-ditch effort to have a go at it, and we know that she’s going to give her best effort.
Jake Mercer: It’s what you make of the opportunities that you’re given, and who knows, maybe Holly might just do that. We might just be seeing a dark horse in the No Way Out match if we’re not careful!
(Holly makes her way up the steps and onto the apron as she enters through the ropes, heading over and taking a microphone from the ringside area while ‘Judas’ then begins to come to a close. From there, she turns around and approaches Daniella, as both of them meet face-to-face, before she then begins to speak.)
Holly Arrow: For someone who seems so confident in the words that she’s speaking, you certainly don’t have the intention like others do, Daniella. Everything that you say feels so empty and nothing, that it doesn’t convince me why you would stand out from, say, a Saori Aizen. This is what amuses me the most: the delusion that you have created in your head to make you feel like you’re invincible.
(Daniella chuckles at this, eyeing Holly.)
Daniella Atlas: This is quite the compelling argument coming from someone whom I’ve already beaten. This is not a matter of progression, Holly, you’re acting as if yours is simply linear. You are the same person you were before, which makes this competition between us not fair, considering we have already proven who the better person is out of the two of us. Do not try and bring me down with your pitiful Saori comparisons, Holly, I compare to no one. Meanwhile, the only comparison that I have to you is comparing you to anyone who has already failed in this company, I have absolutely nothing to prove to you.
Holly Arrow: Once again, pretty amusing! It’s like I haven’t heard that before from everyone else that came before you, if that stopped my stride, then I wouldn’t be here right now, prepping to step into the No Way Out match, prepping to earn my spot across the ring from whoever is going to be the Universal Women’s Champion by the time I get there. Yes, it’s pretty insurmountable, I’m going up against people who can say they have a lot going for them in comparison to me, but that’s something that I’ve long accepted. I’m ready to answer the call, and considering all the years of trials and tribulations that I’ve gone through, I’m pretty certain also that I have the experience to back that up. Can you say much of the same yourself? Or are you just going to give me the same long and tired spiel that everyone else has already? What’s the excuse here?
Daniella Atlas: There are no excuses. I don’t regret anything that I’ve done or said because I know it to be true. I know what it takes to further my success, and although people have had things to say about it, one thing that they can’t deny is that I always put myself first, even over the likes of Saori. I’m a woman who has had a meteoric rise that not many people can say they have had themselves, and I don’t know if you can fathom hearing this or not, but I have long passed you, Holly. So maybe in another world you can make another compelling argument about being overlooked, but I’m past that. Just like I’m past distractions, and just like I’m past games. I’m going to take action, and it starts tonight when I bring my undeserving tag partner to glory against you and Miku Sakai.
???: I do not want to hear your belittlement, Daniella.
(The crowd begins to give a loud reaction as Daniella’s grin widens, turning her head over to the stage as the camera focuses on Saori Aizen, who is seen making her way out from the backstage area with a microphone already in hand. Considering the issues that were had these past couple of weeks between these two, it’s clear that both of them are just as tired of hearing the other speak as Saori makes her way down the ramp.)
Stew-O: Well, here comes Saori Aizen, and we figured that it was only a matter of time before we heard from her. Since it was announced that both she and Daniella would be in the No Way Out match, they’ve been on a clear collision course with each other.
Flannery McCoy: And it’s not going to end that easily, no matter the outcome. This has gotten heated quickly between two former tag team partners, and it’s certainly not going to bode well for them in a match that is so much more than their rivalry. Regardless, it’s going to be a matter of which one will be able to put that aside to win, but I guess we’ll have to see.
Jake Mercer: Have to see? We already saw! Daniella eliminated Saori from the Grand Rampage, I feel like that shows us all the proof that we need to know. I hate to be a Debbie Downer here, but sometimes it’s not too complicated. Guys!
(Saori stops at the bottom of the ramp, a look of disappointment being etched on her face briefly before she looks at Daniella, continuing to say what she has to say.)
Saori Aizen: The audacity of you to drag my name through the mud, trying to act like the victim in a situation that is not in your favor. The only one to blame for what transpired at Grand Rampage was you; you were the one who started it for no apparent reason, and yet I’m the one who ruined your potential “Pain For Pride main event”? Let’s make something clear, Daniella, that was never in your scope to begin with, just like winning this No Way Out match isn’t in your scope. You’re a selfish egomaniac who showed her true colors against the one person who was willing to trust you out of everyone on this roster, and it certainly tells a lot and forebodes a deadly consequence come Fighting Spirit that you’re not going to like.
(Saori climbs up onto the apron, entering into the ring, while Daniella shakes her head with a smirk on her face, clearly unamused with what she had to say.)
Daniella Atlas: Mon dieu, you are certainly a fool, aren’t you? I tried my best to reason with you, Saori, but we never saw eye-to-eye. You were only focused on me, and while I can say the same for myself, at the very least, being the first one to realize that we were playing with combustible elements shouldn’t be a fault; it should be me doing you a favor. I helped you out by stabbing you in the back, and I helped myself out by furthering my progress. Of course, it didn’t come with much success as a result, I’m quite unhappy with that, but I will make things right, if it means going through you, then so be it, but just know that if there is someone it does not end well for, it’s Saori Aizen.
Holly Arrow: Wow, I, uh, hate to interrupt this, guys, but you seemed to have forgotten that this match is more than just the two of you. If this is what you consider “settling your issues,” then you are not entirely focused on the purpose of a match like No Way Out. This is for something more, this is for getting the opportunity to compete for the Universal Women’s Championship, and that should be the goal for all of us, I know that’s just something that the two of you are fiending for. But if you’re just going to waste your time butting heads with each other and claiming that you’re superior to the other, then why waste your time?
Saori Aizen: I’ll tell you that I know exactly what I am doing, Holly. Yes, I have my issues with Daniella, and yes, I will solve them, but the only way that I can is when I win this match, and put to bed who deserves the glory more between the two of us. She can say what she wants, but it’s not going to matter, because not only has No Way Out sealed her fate, but it’s sealed yours as well, Holly.
Daniella Atlas: Tough words from an underachiever who’s already hit her ceiling in this place. Why don’t you tell us another lie, Saori? Entertain us some more.
Saori Aizen: このバカ女！一体何者だと思ってんだ…
(Saori starts to get into a fit of rage as she yells at Daniella, who is leaning against the corner with a smirk on her face, just begging her to take her best shot. But before she can approach her, Holly holds out her hand, quickly getting in the way before this situation can completely escalate into a full-on brawl.)
Holly Arrow: Now, I’m not usually the one to be the mediator here, but I think you both forgot that we have a match tonight. It’s not really my business, but I sure as hell want to face both of you at your best; it’ll make this win all the more sweet heading into this No Way Out match. So if you could let bygones be bygones just for this moment, it would be appreciated. 😁
(Saori looks over at Holly with a frustrated expression, but despite that, she begins to calm down as she takes off the entrance jacket that she has on. She begrudgingly makes her way over to Daniella, beginning to warm up without taking a second glance, while Holly smirks as well, making her way over to her opposite corner in the process.)
Stew-O: Well, it looks like we were two seconds away from a heated confrontation here! And it’s certainly not what Holly Arrow wanted, considering the No Way Out preview match that is coming up next!
Jake Mercer: Aw, man, I think it would’ve been fun! What’s the harm in starting the match early, huh? No problem with that in my eyes.
Flannery McCoy: Well, regardless of what you care about, the situation has de-escalated, and after this short commercial break, we’ll be right back to the action here on Dynasty!
(The last shot seen is Daniella glancing briefly at a focused Saori with a chuckle, while Holly prepares in her corner, all while Friday Night Dynasty then begins to fade to a brief commercial break.)
(A commercial is shown for EAW’s new in-house entrance music producer, Doctor Frayes, featuring Ronan Malosi, who is seen sampling new remixes of his current theme.)
(Friday Night Dynasty returns from a commercial break as Daniella Atlas and Saori Aizen are seen preparing on one side of the ring, while Holly Arrow is preparing on the opposite side.)
Stephie Love: The following tag team match is scheduled for…
Crowd: ONE FALL!!!
Stephie Love: Introducing first, the team of DANIELLA ATLAS AND SAORI AIZEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
(The look of disdain on Daniella and Saori’s faces tells all; they don’t want to be put in the position that they’re in right now.)
Stephie Love: And their opponents, first… from Liverpool, England… weighing in at 149 pounds… she is ‘THE FINAL GIRL’… HOLLY ARROW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
(‘Lowlife Princess’ by BIBI begins to play through the speakers to loud boos from the arena as the camera goes over to show Miku Sakai as she makes her way out to the stage. She looks at everyone inside the ring with a disgusted expression on her face, shaking her head in disappointment as she makes her way toward the ring.)
Stephie Love: Next… from Fukui, Japan… weighing in at 110 pounds… she is the ‘ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE’… MIKU SAKAI!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
(DING! DING! DING!)
Stew-O: Here we go! The bell has rung, making this No Way Out preview tag match official! Daniella Atlas and Saori Aizen are begrudgingly teaming with each other as they compete against the team of Holly Arrow and Miku Sakai. This is certainly bound to be an interesting match, to say the very least.
Flannery McCoy: Daniella is starting for her team while Holly is starting for hers, both of them make their way out of their corners as they head toward the center of the ring, and they lock up into a collar-and-elbow tie-up! Both of them are jockeying for position, BUT DANIELLA USES HER STRENGTH TO SHOVE HOLLY AWAY!
Jake Mercer: That certainly doesn’t make Holly very happy, but Daniella is very quick to assert her dominance in this match and show who’s truly on top. Holly makes her way back up to her feet as both of them engage a second time! Both of them are going back and forth, but Daniella is beginning to push toward the ropes, showing strength again, before sending Holly toward the opposite set of ropes. Holly rebounds as Daniella makes her way back toward the center of the ring, ONLY FOR HOLLY TO CONNECT WITH A SHOULDER BLOCK TO TAKE HER DOWN!
Stew-O: Holly was quick to return the favor, and that certainly doesn’t settle Daniella very much. She makes her way back up to her feet, but almost immediately Holly manages to grab hold of her and drops her down to the ground with a headlock takeover! She has a hold around the neck of Daniella, making sure that she stays in place, but Daniella is beginning to make her way back up to her feet, seemingly fighting back before she can take full control.
Flannery McCoy: Daniella is back up to her feet, as she begins to push her backward and toward her corner…
(TAG!)
Jake Mercer: AS SHE PROMPTS FOR SAORI AIZEN TO TAG IN! Holly quickly lets go of the hold, realizing the situation, but Daniella is quick to shove her toward the center of the ring, ONLY FOR SAORI TO LAUNCH ONTO THE ROPES AND SPRING INTO THE RING, CONNECTING WITH A MISSILE DROPKICK STRAIGHT TO THE CHEST OF HOLLY TO TAKE HER DOWN TO THE GROUND! Despite the animosity between these two, they seem to be working quite well with each other.
Stew-O: Well just because they don’t like eachother doesn’t mean that they don’t have tag team experience with one another having faced Fire & Ice once upon a time, it’s just a matter of whether or not they can keep that chemistry up is what we’re going to have to see for sure. Holly rolls up to her feet as she staggers into an empty corner, AND SAORI IS QUICK TO RUSH OVER AS SHE CONNECTS WITH A RUNNING EUROPEAN UPPERCUT STRAIGHT TO THE JAW TO LEAVE HER ROCKED!
Flannery McCoy: Saori isn’t done, as she grabs her by the head and takes her down to the ground with a Snapmare, before making her way up to her feet as she runs to the ropes and back, GOING FOR A PENALTY KICK STRAIGHT TO THE CHEST-
Jake Mercer: But Holly manages to move out of the way of that! She makes her way up to her feet as Saori takes a swing at her, but Holly ducks under that as she grabs her around the waist, LIFTING HER INTO A GERMAN SUPLEX AND DROPPING HER DOWN ONTO HER HEAD! Saori is stunned, and this allows Holly to follow that up, as she grabs hold of her and lifts her off the ground, TAKING HER DOWN WITH A SCOOP SLAM! She then runs to the ropes and back, FINISHING THE TRIFECTA OFF WITH A QUICK LEG DROP!
Stew-O: Holly then grabs hold of the head of Saori as she brings her up to her feet, grabbing a hold of the wrist and sending her into an Irish whip toward her corner, and it looks like she’s about to tag out to her tag team partner!
(TAG!)
Flannery McCoy: Tagging out to Miku Sakai! Miku quickly enters the ring, AND SHE BEGINS TO SCRATCH AND CLAW AT THE FACE OF SAORI AIZEN! Miku is not wasting any time beginning to beat her down, and now she’s going to follow that up even further as she grabs a hold of her by the wrist and sends her toward the ropes, BEFORE LEAPING INTO THE AIR AND CONNECTING WITH A JUMPING BACK ELBOW RIGHT TO THE FACE TO DROP HER DOWN TO THE CANVAS!
Jake Mercer: Saori is hurt as she’s beginning to crawl herself toward the corner, clutching hold of the bottom turnbuckle padding and using that to prop herself up. Meanwhile, Miku looks hungry, and she wants to make sure that this match is firmly in her team’s control right now. She focuses her attention as she makes her way forward!
Stew-O: BEFORE LEAPING INTO THE AIR AS SHE GOES FOR ‘MUSTACHE RIDE’! BRONCO BUSTER TO SAORI!
Flannery McCoy: BUT SAORI MANAGES TO SLITHER OUT OF THE WAY! She makes her way back up to her feet as she leaps into the air, CONNECTING WITH A PELE KICK TO THE TOP OF THE HEAD OF MIKU AS SHE TURNS HERSELF AROUND! She falls to a seated position, and this gives Saori the chance to follow up, grabbing hold of her by the head and bringing her up to her feet, DROPPING HER DOWN TO THE GROUND WITH A BRAINBUSTER! Saori then quickly rolls through and hooks the leg!
OOONNNEEE!!!
TTTTTWWWWOOOO!!!!
Jake Mercer: BUT MIKU MANAGES TO GET THE SHOULDER UP! Saori makes her way up to her feet, clearly beginning to feel the effects but looking to keep herself going, as she grabs hold of both wrists and brings her up to a kneeling position.
Stew-O: GOING FOR ‘MIRROR FLOWER, WATER MOON’! THE KNEE STRIKE RIGHT TO THE FACE OF MIKU SAKAI-
Flannery McCoy: BUT MIKU MANAGES TO DUCK UNDER THE KNEE AS SHE SCATTERS AWAY TOWARD THE CENTER OF THE RING! She makes her way up to her feet as Saori stumbles forward, quickly turning around and rushing toward her, BUT MIKU JUST WENT UNDER AND LIFTED SAORI OFF THE GROUND!
Jake Mercer: BEFROE DROPPING HER DOWN WITH ‘STARFALL’! THE VERTEBREAKER MANAGE TO CONNECT RIGHT DOWN ONTO THE TOP OF HIS HEAD! SAORI IS OUT AND MIKU IS QUICK TO ROLL OVER AND PIN HER SHOULDERS DOWN TO THE MAT!
OOONNNEEE!!!
TTTTWWWWOOOO!!!!
TTTTTHHHH-
Stew-O: BUT SAORI MANAGES TO KICK OUT OF THAT! Close call there, but Daniella and Saori are still fighting. Miku makes her way back up to her feet as she turns around and makes her way over to her corner, looking to tag out to Holly, but at the same time, Saori is reaching out, trying her best to get the tag out to Daniella as well!
(TAG!)
Flannery McCoy: BUT MIKU MANAGES TO TAG OUT TO HOLLY FIRST! Holly quickly enters the ring and grabs hold of the ankle of Saori, pulling her toward the center of the ring! Saori stumbles up to her feet as she tries her best to gain control while Miku has a hold of the leg, AND SAORI LIFTS AND GOES FOR AN ENZUIGIRI TO THE SIDE OF THE HEAD- But Holly manages to duck under that just in time! Saori lands on her stomach, and this gives Holly the chance to grab her around the waist and bring her up, AS SHE GOES FOR A GERMAN SUPLEX TO TAKE HER DOWN TO THE GROUND AGAIN-
Jake Mercer: BUT SAORI MANAGES TO FLIP OVER AND LAND BEHIND HER! Holly is stunned for the moment, AND THIS GIVES SAORI THE CHANCE TO LEAP UP AND CONNECT WITH A DROPKICK TO THE BACK! This sends Holly forward as she falls against the middle rope, and now Saori has turned around and run to the ropes and back, BEFORE SLIPPING THROUGH THE ROPES AND CONNECTING WITH A TIGER FEINT KICK RIGHT TO THE HEAD TO SEND HER BACK INSIDE THE RING!
Stew-O: Holly falls back toward the center of the ring, and this gives Saori the chance to position herself on the apron as she sets herself up, LEAPING UP ONTO THE ROPES AND PUSHING HERSELF OFF INTO A CROSSBODY TO TAKE HER DOWN!
Flannery McCoy: Saori rolls herself onto her feet as she turns around, leaping toward the corner while Holly is taken down!
(TAG!)
Jake Mercer: TAGGING INTO DANIELLA! Daniella Atlas enters the ring as she makes her way over, TAKING HOLLY BACK DOWN TO THE GROUND WITH A CLOTHESLINE! Holly quickly gets back up to her feet, AND THIS GIVES DANIELLA THE CHANCE TO CONNECT WITH A SECOND CLOTHESLINE! Daniella then grabs hold of her and brings her up to her feet, LIFTING HER AND TAKING HER DOWN TO THE GROUND WITH A BELLY-TO-BACK FACEBUSTER!
Stew-O: Holly is dropped down to the ground as Daniella takes advantage of that, as she grabs hold of her and brings her up to her feet, setting her up!
Flannery McCoy: DROPPING HER DOWN TO THE GROUND WITH ‘THE MEMORY ROOM’! THE SWINGING REVERSE STO CONNECTS, AND DANIELLA IS QUICK TO ROLL OVER AND HOOK THE LEG! GOING FOR THE PIN!
OOONNNEEE!!!
TTTTWWWWOOOO!!!!
TTTTTTHHHHHHRRRRRRRR-
Jake Mercer: BUT HOLLY MANAGES TO BRING THE ARM UP JUST IN TIME! Daniella slowly makes her way up to her feet, knowing that she needs to do more, but at the same time, she’s looking to finish the job. She makes her way toward a corner, as she leans against it, taking a moment to wait patiently as Holly makes her way back up to her feet!
Stew-O: It looks like she’s going to finish the job-
(TAG!)
Flannery McCoy: WAIT! BUT SAORI JUST TAGGED HERSELF IN! Daniella can’t believe what she’s seeing right now as both of them are beginning to argue together! And this is the dissension that we’re talking about. Daniella could have very well finished it off right here and now, but it seems like Saori wants to take the credit herself!
Jake Mercer: SAORI QUICKLY ENTERS THE RING AS SHE TAKES HOLLY DOWN WITH A PALM STRIKE TO THE JAW! SHE THEN TURNS AROUND AS SHE MAKES HER WAY UP TO THE TOP ROPE, AND I THINK WE KNOW WHAT SHE’S TRYING FOR!
Stew-O: AS SHE LEAPS OFF AND GOES FOR ‘HORIZON OF THE CAPTIVATING SKANDHA’ TO HOLLY!
Flannery McCoy: BUT HOLLY MANAGES TO MOVE OUT OF THE WAY OF THAT AS SHE GRABS A HOLD OF SAORI AND ROLLS HER THROUGH INTO A ROLL UP PIN!
OOONNNEEE!!!
TTTTWWWWOOOO!!!!
TTTTTTHHHHHHRRRRRRRRRRREEEEE-
Jake Mercer: BUT SAORI WAS ABLE TO KICK OUT OF IT JUST IN TIME AS BOTH OF THEM MAKE THEIR WAY BACK UP TO THEIR FEET! SAORI GOES FOR SOMETHING, BUT DANIELLA MANAGES TO STOP HER IN HER TRACKS WITH A HARD BOOT TO THE FACE, WHICH LEAVES HER STAGGERING! SHE THEN SETS HER UP AS SAORI TRIES HER BEST TO RUSH TOWARD HER!
Stew-O: LIFTING HER OFF THE GROUND AND CONNECTING WITH ‘VICTORIA’! THE POP-UP KNEE STRIKE CONNECTS AND ROCKS HER, AND IT DOESN’T SEEM LIKE WE’RE VERY DONE HERE!
(TAG!)
Flannery McCoy: AS SHE REACHES OUT AND TAGS TO A EAGER MIKU SAKAI WHO MAKES HER WAY INTO THE RING! SHE THEN RUSHES TOWARD HER AND LEAPS INTO THE AIR!
Jake Mercer: AS SHE DROPS SAORI DOWN WITH THE ‘CUCK KILLER’! THE DOUBLE KNEE FACEBREAKER THAT DROPS HER DOWN TO THE GROUND AND NOW SHE’S GOING FOR THE PIN! THE REFEREE IS SLIDING DOWN FOR THE COUNT! THIS MIGHT BE THE END OF THE MATCH RIGHT HERE!
OOONNNEEE!!!
TTTTTWWWWOOOO!!!!
TTTTTTHHHHHHRRRRRRRRRREEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!
…
Stew-O: BUT DANIELLA MANAGES TO ENTER THE RING AND BREAK UP THE PIN JUST IN THE NICK OF TIME! She manages to save her team despite the miscommunication, knowing that she’s here for one reason and one reason only, and that is to win. Daniella makes her way up to her feet as she falls against the ropes, ONLY FOR HOLLY ARROW TO RUSH FORWARD AND CONNECT WITH A CLOTHESLINE THAT SENDS BOTH OF THEM OVER THE TOP ROPE AND COMPLETELY OUT OF THE RING!
Flannery McCoy: Miku is beginning to make her way back up to her feet with a frustrated look on her face, shaking her head in disappointment as she makes her way up, grabbing a hold of Saori and doing the same, possibly looking to put an end to this match while she has the opportunity.
Jake Mercer: AS SHE RUSHES FORWARD AND GOES FOR A SECOND ATTEMPT AT THE ‘CUCK KILLER’! THE DOUBLE KNEE FACEBREAKER-
Stew-O: BUT SAORI MANAGES TO PUSH HER OUT OF THE WAY IN TIME AS SHE SETS HER UP! CONNECTING WITH ‘THUNDERCLAP NOVA’! THE ELBOW STRIKE CONNECTS AND NOW IT LOOKS LIKE SHE’S SETTING HER UP HERE! Oh no…
Flannery McCoy: IT LOOKS LIKE SHE’S GOING FOR DANIELLA ATLAS’ ‘SOUTH OF HEAVEN’ ON HER! OH DEAR! SALT IN THE WOUNDS!
Jake Mercer: BUT MIKU MANAGES TO FLIP OVER AND CONNECT WITH A TORNADO DDT TO TAKE HER DOWN TO THE GROUND! WHAT A COUNTER! MIKU THEN TURNS AROUND AND REACHES TOWARD HER CORNER AS SHE SEES HOLLY ARROW REACHING OUT AND TRYING FOR THE TAG! MIKU IS BEGINNING TO CRAWL WITH AS MUCH ENERGY AS SHE HAPPENS TO HAVE YET! TRYING TO ESCAPE AND GIVE HER TEAM A SECOND SPURT OF ENERGY!
Stew-O: SHE MANAGES TO LEAP OUT AND TAG TO HOLLY ARROW!
Flannery McCoy: WAIT! DANIELLA MANAGES TO COME AROUND AND GRAB THE ANKLE AS SHE YANKS HOLLY OFF OF THE APRON WHILE SHE’S DOWN ON THE GROUND! MIKU SEES HOLLY JUMP DOWN AND SHE CAN’T BELIEVE WHAT SHE’S SEEING RIGHT NOW AS SHE TRIES TO GET BACK UP TO HER FEET!
Jake Mercer: BUT SAORI JUST LEAPED INTO THE AIR AND CONNECTED WITH ‘RAIMEI HAKKE’! THE BICYCLE KNEE STRIKE TO THE BACK OF THE HEAD THAT TAKES HER DOWN TO THE GROUND! AND NOW SAORI IS TAKING ADVANTAGE OF THIS AS SHE ROLLS HER OVER AND HOOKS THE LEG! GOING FOR THE PIN!
OOONNNEEE!!!
TTTTWWWWOOOO!!!!
TTTTTHHHHHRRRRRRRRRRREEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!
(DING! DING! DING!)
(‘Let Me Hear’ begins to play through the speakers as Saori Aizen makes her way up to her feet. She has a smirk on her face as the referee makes her way over, taking her hand and raising it into the air. She begins to celebrate her victory, not caring about her partner, who is on the outside of the ring.)
Stephie Love: HERE ARE YOUR WINNERS… THE TEAM OF DANIELLA ATLAS AND SAORI AIZEN-
Stew-O: AND WE’RE NOT WASTING ANYTIME! DANIELLA JUST SLID INTO THE RING AS SHE CLOBBERS HER FROM BEHIND AND TAKES HER DOWN TO THE GROUND! AND NOW SHE’S BEGUN TO BEAT SAORI REPEATEDLY! AND WE HAVE A BRAWL ON OUR HANDS RIGHT NOW, FOLKS!
Flannery McCoy: SAORI IS BEGINNING TO MAKE A RECOVERY, AS BOTH OF THEM ARE TEARING INTO EACH OTHER, GOING BACK AND FORTH! THEIR HATRED HAS REACHED A WHOLE OTHER LEVEL!
Jake Mercer: But it looks like something else is happening on the outside!
(A displeased Holly Arrow is seen shaking her head in disappointment at the ringside area. Taking a moment to let it set in before shaking it off as she begins to make her way around the ring, but before she can do anything else, she gets turned around and confronted by her partner.)
Miku Sakai: (Off-Mic) WHAT THE HELL WAS THAT?! YOU BETRAYED ME! YOU DUMB FUCK!
Holly Arrow: (Off-Mic) You think I could do anything about that?! I was pulled out of the ring!
Miku Sakai: (Off-Mic) BRAINDEAD EXCUSES!
Stew-O: OH! MIKU CONNECTS WITH A FOREARM TO THE FACE OF HOLLY, WHICH SENDS HER STAGGERING BACKWARD! AND NOW BOTH OF THEM ARE BEGINNING TO TRADE BLOWS TOO! THIS IS AN ABSOLUTE WAR RIGHT NOW!
(Officials are quick to make their way into the scene, starting to break up the brawls that have begun to erupt between the participants in the No Way Out match. They’re all screaming and shouting at each other, trying to break free, but cooler heads prevail as all four of them allow themselves to be escorted away. It’s the last shot seen before Friday Night Dynasty, then it begins to fade to elsewhere.)
(A commercial plays for the NBA playoffs, featuring Bronson Daniels performing voodoo to undo the Lakers’ loss to Timberwolves.)
(Coming back from commercial break, Michael Belfort can be seen standing with none other than Joso! The fans explode into cheers upon this sight, and Michael gets things underway.)
Michael Belfort: Ladies and gentlemen, welcome back to Friday Night Dynasty! I am here with Joso, who has made his intentions known that he is looking to walk into Pain for Pride and get his main event match!
Joso: I sure am, man, and it’s a good thing Drake King decided not to be a weasel for once.
Michael Belfort: Last week, you challenged him directly to a match at Fighting Spirit, where if you win, you get to be inserted into the Dynasty main event match at the biggest show of them all. It was a ballsy move on your part, but even some of your die-hard fans are worried about this being a gamble for you. Your thoughts?
(Joso’s eyes widen slightly, but his signature smirk creeps back up as he replies.)
Joso: Hey, always been ballsy, baby. If I wasn’t confident and brave, I wouldn’t even have succeeded as much as I have throughout my career. It is a risk, but that’s what this sport is all about. Hell, all of us have taken a risk by pursuing this industry in the first place for all the fame and glory. Maybe folks are worried I’m gonna lose and look stupid for taking this shot against Drake, but it’s a shot I’m willing to take. I mean, I was close to getting that Pain for Pride match. Not to mention that Drake has been trifling towards me. Now he thinks he’s about to speed ahead of me and get that moment for himself unchallenged?
(Joso shakes his head.)
Joso: Hell no! I want to be a world champion again. I’m not done at all. I STILL want to be the one to lead this era, and washed-ass fossils like Drake and Cy need to get with the program and understand that their time has been up. In fact, if Jay beats Cy? Even better, because then, that new energy can firmly be established here in EAW, and a new precedent can be set.
Michael Belfort: I can see your perspective. Still, there have been some critics who see you as being unable to accept the loss to Cy.
(Joso rolls his eyes.)
Joso: Man, of course people are gonna say that. They always try to spin the narrative like I’m just another bitter dude who can’t let the past go. But here’s the real truth: I did lose to Cy. I accepted that. I took that on the chin like a man. But accepting a loss and letting it define you are two completely different things, and at the end of the day, all of us are competitors at heart. I’m not going to be the kind of person to easily step away from things. I know I can be better than Cy, and Drake, or if Jay wins; whomever it is that I’ll be facing at Pain for Pride? I can beat them. And I’m willing to show that I’m never going to quit and run away or try to lick my wounds. I’m not chasing a rematch outta desperation. I’m chasing it because I earned another shot, and if beating Drake King, a guy who’s been a stain on this promotion for years, is what I need to do to get to the main event of Pain for Pride, then that’s what I’m gonna do—
???: Oh, really?
(Joso groans. Drake King enters the frame, staring daggers into him. The fans boo strongly.)
Drake King: You think you’re going to win? I may have decided to throw you a bone so you could stop with all of the pathetic whining and begging, but don’t be so foolish. This is nothing more than a necessary slaughter of you and your hubris. You had your time, and instead of cherishing it, you decided to cry, stomp your feet, and interject yourself when I RIGHTFULLY earned my Pain for Pride match. You always loved to call me the insecure one, but what about you? What do you think you’re doing?
Joso: Oh, word! Ha! You wanna talk about insecurity? Look in the mirror. You couldn’t even get through this season without trying to rewrite your whole identity for the fifth time. Prophet, Messiah, King, God, Ok Man… and now, what are you? Just another bitter vet afraid that a new era is coming in to push you out.
Drake King: Tch. You’re trying so hard to play hero, but all you are is a placeholder. A guy who got a few lucky breaks and now thinks he’s destined for greatness. You wouldn’t last five minutes in the kind of world I built, the kind of pressure I’ve endured, the battles I’ve fought. You’re walking into Fighting Spirit thinking it’s just another match, but it’s not. It is going to be a match where I finally get to put you down once and for all so you can leave me alone like you should’ve done the first time around.
Joso: If you say so, man. But you know what I say?
(Joso hawks him down with a nasty glare.)
Joso: I say you’re nothing more than a punk-ass BITCH!
(The crowd pops for that. Drake grits his teeth and his fists clench… but he settles his frame. He shakes his head and scoffs.)
Drake King: You know what? No. I’m not going to let you throw me off my game. You aren’t worth it. But soon?
(Drake proceeds to walk away—but not before intentionally bumping his shoulder into Joso.)
Drake King: You’re going to mean nothing once I’m through with you…
(Joso looks ready to fight, but he decides against it. He watches Drake leave, disgust coloring his face.)
Joso: Oh, don’t you worry—imma get to you for sure.
(And the final shot shows an annoyed Joso looking on before the shot dissolves to ringside for the upcoming main event match.)
(The camera cuts to Stephie Love in the ring.)
Stephie Love: The following main event contest is scheduled for one fall!
Crowd: ONE FALL!
(‘Ghost Myself’ by DIAMANTE can be heard blaring throughout the speakers as the audience reacts loudly for the arrival of Raven Roberts. Accompanied by Rex McAllister, the two accomplished elitists would nod to each other with a smile, before Raven keeps her focus on the match to come as she walks down the ramp.)
Stephie Love: Introducing first, accompanied by Rex McAllister, weighing in at 122 pounds… RAVENNNNNN ROBERTS!!!
Flannery McCoy: There’s no mistaking how focused these two are when it comes to their ambitions set before themselves for 2025, and we can expect a very game Raven Roberts tonight as she wants to make the most out of proving Drake King wrong!
Stew-O: Of course, this has quite the differing perspectives going into the match as this is a very game Drake King she is stepping into the ring with, and British Invasion is looming around as they are keeping quite the eye on Raven & Rex in unison.
(‘When Darkness Falls’ by Killswitch Engage is heard blaring throughout the speakers, with Drake King making his way out from the back & standing at the entrance ramp with a sly grin on his face. Drake looks outward with his focus intact, the crowd continuing to let their reactions be heard as he would proceed to walk down the ramp.)
Stephie Love: Introducing his opponent! Residing from the Dead Sea, Israel, weighing in at 220 pounds… HE IS ‘GOD’, DRAAAAAAKE, KINGGGGGG!!!
Stew-O: And here we have another elitist who was able to make some more history, as Drake King has his own momentum to look forward to continuously mounting as the accomplished two-time Grand Rampage winner, looking to secure this victory over Raven Roberts.
Jake Mercer: Drake King can look forward to the future to come where he will have his opportunity to become World Champion sooner than later, and victories in bouts like these can only add to the case to be made for that much! This will also be a test for Raven to score a big win & some momentum!
(DING! DING! DING!)
Stew-O: And we’re off! The main event of Dynasty is officially kicking off as we have Drake King & Raven Roberts colliding right here! This looks to be a strong matchup as we have quite the company, with Rex McAllister remaining at the corner of Roberts as well as the British Invasion being ringside for this match as well! Roberts will have quite the challenge ahead with how the Unified Tag Team Champions are looming amongst the environment, but I am quite certain that McAllister will be holding up his own end from here as Raven can emphasize all of the focus she needs to directly on her opponent tonight.
Flannery McCoy: As this match proceeds to kick off with both elitists pacing around the ring, keeping their eyes placed onto one another while doing all that they can to usher in a proper start for themselves in this match! Roberts is looking to move forward as Drake is following along, as the two head toward one another and aim for the collar & elbow tie up! They’re looking to push one another forward as they’re trying to garner as much of a position to take advantage as they can! They’re keeping this start on a stand still for the time being, but it appears Drake is mustering up much of the strength advantage from here!
Jake Mercer: As Drake is able to back Raven into the ropes and keep her held off from here! The referee is proceeding to count down as Raven is trying to muster herself out of this predicament, but Drake is keeping her at bay with a forearm against her chin as the referee is now counting down! Now Drake is slowly backing himself away with his hands raised upward, giving the brief nod to the referee as Roberts is doing the same, looking to get herself out of this position she’s been backed into—BUT DRAKE LOOKS TO NAIL A SWIFT SWING TO TAKE ADVANTAGE!
Stew-O: BUT RAVEN DUCKS UNDER! Drake turns himself around and toward Roberts—BUT IS CAUGHT WITH A STRIKE! And another! Raven is keeping Drake at bay as she’s refusing to give him any leeway here, allowing herself as much of the time as possible to nail these strikes across his temple without any further second being wasted! The referee is counting away from here once more, as she’s nailing each strike while keeping Drake King suppressed against the ropes, as Roberts will need to back away soon before long from the pressure being imposed!
Flannery McCoy: Raven is backing herself away, as she’s not keeping herself away from Drake for long as she’s looking to keep a hold of Drake’s wrist and yank him away from the ropes! Roberts proceeds to initiate the irish whip as she’s now tossing Drake toward the opposite ropes and looking for the advantage to take here—BUT DRAKE REVERSES THE MOMENTUM! Tossing Raven toward the ropes as Roberts is now rebounding from said ropes, returning back toward Drake as he’s looking for a JUMPING KNEE—
Jake Mercer: BUT RAVEN SIDESTEPS—AND SENDS A STIFF KICK SPRAWLING ACROSS DRAKE’S LOWER BACK! Drake King has got a hand placed over his lower back as he shakes his head, teetering toward the corner as Raven is now returning all of the pressure toward Drake King without a second thought! Roberts shifts toward Drake as she doesn’t slow herself down from here, rushing toward the two-time Grand Rampage Winner by seeking out this RUNNING FOREARM FROM HERE!
Stew-O: DRAKE DUCKS UNDER & LIFTS RAVEN OVER THE TOP ROPE TO BRING HER OUT OF THE RING! But Roberts maintains herself as she’s holding onto the ropes, able to return to her feet on the apron successfully! Drake moved himself away from the corner for a moment, shaking his own head as he’s glancing toward Raven while she’s able to muster up enough room for herself to return to a proper stance onto the apron as well! Drake rushes himself toward Raven as he looks to get her out of this stance & back down to the control he needs!
Flannery McCoy: BUT RAVEN WITH A SWIFT STRIKE ACROSS THE TEMPLE OF DRAKE TO KEEP HIM AT BAY! Drake is shaking his own head vigorously as he’s now knocked to a knee, as he’s got a hand on his own temple while Raven is looking to focus herself onto Drake from here.. but look! Halsey & Pandora are both eyeing up at Raven while she’s positioned on the apron! Raven can’t help but place brief focus on the two women of British Invasion as she’s refusing to see them garner any space in her head! Roberts returns her focus back onto the opponent at hand, as she brings herself over the middle rope & LOOKS FOR THE SPRINGBOARD ROUNDHOUSE KICK—
Jake Mercer: BUT DRAKE DUCKS UNDER & RAVEN FINDS NO ONE THERE! Roberts is gritting her teeth as those valuable seconds where British Invasion became her focus were more than enough for Drake to recover & evade the kick! Roberts is bringing herself back up here—BUT DRAKE KING WITH A SPINNING BACK ELBOW THAT ROCKS RAVEN CONSIDERABLY! And now Drake King reels Raven back toward himself & keeps her standing in place before being able to land a swift BUTTERFLY SUPLEX to keep Raven down! Drake doesn’t waste much more time as he’s now hooking the leg right here!
ONEEEEEEEE!!!
TWOOOOOOOOOO!!!
T—
Stew-O: RAVEN WITH THE KICKOUT! Drake sits himself upward as he’s looking at Raven, now standing upward & grabbing a hold of Raven as he’s dragging her over toward the ropes & keeping her situated against the bottom rope, looking to send the sentiments forward as she’s being placed under the struggle to come! Drake King keeps his hands held onto the top rope as he proceeds to stomp down onto Raven considerably! There’s a swift STOMP DOWNWARD onto her chest as the referee is left with no choice but to count down! Roberts is trying to bring herself out of this yet these repeated stomps are doing her absolutely no favors here, the EAW Hall of Famer is refusing to let up!
Flannery McCoy: As he’s now pushing his foot against her jaw!! Without any avail whatsoever as she’s struggling to find any genuine ground for herself with her hands placed around his boot! The referee’s count is continuing to be closer to that five as Drake truly should not be willing to get disqualified if he continues to suppress Raven as much as he has currently! Eventually the Grand Rampage Winner does back himself away from Raven as she’s now clutching her own jaw, trying to keep a hand clutching onto the rope as the referee is now giving a scolding to Drake King while she’s trying to recover! McAllister is on this side of the ring as he’s able to speak directly to Raven while she’s leaning against the ropes as well!
Stew-O: ‘TILL DRAKE IS RUSHING BACK TOWARD ROBERTS WITH A SWIFT BOOT—BUT RAVEN WITH A SUDDEN LOU THESZ PRESS!! Raven is now mounting all of the punches into Drake King as she’s refusing to slow down, allowing each punch to have its desired effect as she’s not allowing herself any room here to slow down for the match! Drake is eventually able to shove Raven as he’s now looking to return back to his feet, trying to shake off all of the pressure that was just bolstered toward him as Roberts is quickly rising back up to her feet, with her focus remaining placed on Drake King as he’s turning himself over & toward Roberts—
Flannery McCoy: WITH RAVEN MUSTERING UP ALL OF THE ENERGY FOR A NORTHERN LIGHTS SUPLEX TO GO THROUGH! Raven maintains the pin from here as the shoulders of Drake King are down, the referee slides to the cover as Roberts is looking to secure the victory right here!
ONEEEEEEEE!!!
TWOOOOOOOOOO!!!
T—
Jake Mercer: NOT ENOUGH NEARLY! Drake King is able to kick himself out! He finds himself trying to keep mobile before Raven can take advantage & maintain as much pressure as she would like! Roberts is now trying to bring herself back up to her feet as Drake is on a knee, in this vulnerable stance as Roberts is continuously shaking her own head & refusing to see to it that Drake can even have the chance of bringing himself back into this match once more!
Stew-O: Which continues to linger in the mind of Raven Roberts with everyone watching on from ringside in differing manners—AS SHE APPLIES THE GUILLOTINE CHOKE ONTO DRAKE KING!! THE SUBMISSION IS HERE! Raven is placing as much pressure into this submission as she possibly can while looking to wrench her arm around Drake’s neck to cut off any circulation! Rex is nodding to this maneuver as it’s halting any sizable advantage that Drake would have mustered up after kicking out of the pin! Roberts acted quickly and now Drake is suffering all the more for it!
Flannery McCoy: Drake is keeping himself elevated from the mat however, with his feet being kept pressing over the canvas to avoid Roberts from locking herself around Drake entirely to apply even greater struggle for this submission! Roberts is shaking her own head vigorously as she refuses to let go, with Drake trying to seek out any viable option to escape from this submission yet it doesn’t seem like there will be any likelihood of that being the case due to their positioning here—WHICH LEADS TO DRAKE PUSHING HIMSELF FORWARD & FLIPPING INTO A NORTHERN LIGHTS PIN OF HIS OWN! RAVEN’S SHOULDERS ARE DOWN!
ONEEEEEEEE!!!
TWOOOOOOOOOO!!!
THR—
Jake Mercer: ROBERTS ESCAPES THE PIN! She had no choice but to let go of Drake in the process as now Drake is able to free himself from the submission! Raven is trying to get back to her feet as quickly as she can before Drake can do the same, rushing herself back over to Drake King as she’s aiming to take her down with a swift kick across the temple from here—
Stew-O: BUT DRAKE WITH THE KICK CAUGHT! He’s got a hold of her leg as Raven is unable to pursue with the kick she’s looking for—AND GETS CAUGHT WITH AN ENZIGURI FROM DRAKE KING HIMSELF! Raven Roberts is immensely dazed by the enziguri from the EAW Hall of Famer as Drake is now proceeding to irish whip Raven Roberts toward the corner.. turning back toward her and able to send the message with a RUNNING FOREARM INTO THE CORNER! Roberts is left rather dazed in the process as this has not been going remarkably well for her now!
Flannery McCoy: As Drake is looking to lift Raven upward and onto the top of the turnbuckle, trying to turn this into the opportunity to take advantage in the most substantial manner while Raven is unable to retort back toward her opponent currently! Drake King brings himself upward and onto the top turnbuckle, as she’s left in the worst spot possible for Drake to take hold of her from here, as he’s looking to hoist Roberts upward for a SUPERPLEX—
Jake Mercer: BUT RAVEN HOLDS ON! SHE’S SENDING REPEATED STRIKES ACROSS THE MIDSECTION OF DRAKE KING! Drake is forced to let go as he’s got no choice but to do so, with each strike keeping him at bay while Raven is able to send a stiff elbow across the jaw of Drake! Drake is teetering heavily here.. AS THE SECOND ELBOW SENDS HIM FALLING OFF OF THE TOP TURNBUCKLE! Now Raven is fixing her positioning, trying to shake off all of the hardship that she has faced so far as Drake has returned to his feet.. WHILE RAVEN LEAPS OFF—
Stew-O: AS THE MISSILE DROPKICK FROM THE TOP TURNBUCKLE CAUSES DRAKE TO DROP DOWN ONTO THE MAT! Raven is now rushing herself over & onto Drake King as she’s hooking the leg while she can, the referee counts away!
ONEEEEEEEE!!!
TWOOOOOOOOOO!!!
THR—
Flannery McCoy: NO! DRAKE KING KICKS OUT FROM HERE!! Now Raven is able to come to her senses once more, focused on bringing this victory over toward herself as Drake is rather dazed from the missile dropkick! Now Roberts is looking to make the most out of this opportunity, as she’s rushing to ensure that Drake is incurring as much struggle as possible if she wants to put the former multi time World Champion back down! Drake is teetering, finding his footing again as he turns toward Raven as SHE’S NOW LOOKING FOR ‘FACELIFT’ FROM HERE—
Jake Mercer: BUT DRAKE DUCKS UNDER THE SPINNING HEEL KICK, RAVEN TURNS BACK AROUND—SUPERKICK FROM DRAKE KING!! Raven is rocked by the superkick as she’s dropping to a knee, unable to retort back as she is stunned by the superkick! Drake doesn’t waste a moment here to reel Raven forward & hook her arms together, as this is enough for Drake to keep Roberta down with Raven being incapable of firing back up!
Stew-O: AS DRAKE WASTES NO TIME NAILING THE ‘ASCENSION’ PEDIGREE ONTO RAVEN ROBERTS!!! Raven is dropped on the mat with emphatic effect as British Invasion are simply laughing to themselves at the sight of Raven being placed through the ringer!! Drake turns Raven over, hooking the leg as the referee soon slides himself to the count!
ONEEEEEEEE!!!
TWOOOOOOOOOO!!!
THREEEEEE—
Flannery McCoy: NOT ENOUGH! Raven still has more than enough in the tank to be able to kick out without an issue! But she’s visibly dazed by the pedigree as Drake King is now backing himself away from Raven, bringing himself toward the corner as he’s looking to make the most out of this match, nearly reaching its end through his own efforts! Raven finds herself struggling amply as Drake is now nodding to himself, with Roberts becoming very prone to disaster as DRAKE RUSHES FORWARD FOR ‘JUDGMENT DAY’—
Jake Mercer: RAVEN WITH A SUDDEN CODEBREAKER THAT CATCHES DRAKE KING OFF GUARD!!! Drake is wide-eyed as he’s stumbling backward and into the ropes, as he now finds himself rebounding forward without much control as he was just hit with that sudden codebreaker to prevent ending this match!!! As Roberts is able to bring herself back up & recover in time, just as Drake King is staggering forward toward his opponent!
Stew-O: ‘FACELIFT’ KNOCKS DRAKE KING BACK DOWN TO THE MAT! Raven Roberts is quickly hooking the leg as the referee gets down to the canvas to begin the count!
ONEEEEEEEE!!!
TWOOOOOOOOOO!!!
THREEEEEE—
Flannery McCoy: NOT ENOUGH! Raven is quickly rising herself back up, as Drake is in worsened positioning while she’s moving toward the corner, preparing for ‘TALON’!!!
Jake Mercer: LOOK! HERE’S BRITISH INVASION!!! They tug on her ankles as Raven takes notice of them and frees herself rather quickly!!!
Raven Roberts: (off-mic) What the hell are you doing?!??
Stew-O: Raven is obviously disgruntled, as Halsey & Pandora exchange laughter while McAllister heads over toward the two! They keep a distance as Roberts turns her attention back to Drake King—
Flannery McCoy: ‘GUILLOTINE’!!! SICK KICK FROM DRAKE KING PUTS RAVEN ROBERTS DOWN EMPHATICALLY!!! DRAKE WITH THE IMMEDIATE COVER!!!
ONEEEEEEEE!!!
TWOOOOOOOOOO!!!
THREEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!
(DING! DING! DING!)
Stephie Love: HERE IS YOUR WINNER… DRAKEEEEE KING!!!
Jake Mercer: Drake is able to take advantage and win this main event tonight after the distraction, payback for last Sunday from British Invasion as this results quite effectively for himself—BUT HE IMMEDIATELY ROLLS OUT OF THE RING AS RAVEN IS BEING JUMPED BY BRITISH INVASION! HALSEY & PANDORA ARE PICKING UP THE SCRAPS!!!
Stew-O: BUT HERE IS REX MCALLISTER! MCALLISTER IS RUSHING IN AND PUSHING HALSEY OFF, PREOCCUPYING HER IN THE CORNER AS WELL! THE EAW HALL OF FAMER IS KEEPING HALSEY AT BAY AS THE TWO EXCHANGE STRIKES!
Flannery McCoy: BUT PAILSEY NOW FOCUSES ON MCALLISTER, WITH A STRIKE FROM BEHIND AS THE TWO ARE NOW KEEPING REX SUPPRESSED!! BUT PAISLEY SOON TURNS HER BACK TOWARD RAVEN—
Jake Mercer: ‘TALON’!!! RAVEN DROPS PANDORA!!! HALSEY IS WIDE-EYED AS SHE RUSHES TOWARD ROBERTS WITH ‘REVOLVER’—
Stew-O: BUT RAVEN SIDESTEPS—AND REX NAILS HALSEY WITH ‘REX EFFECT’!!! THE UNIFIED TAG TEAM CHAMPIONS ARE DOWN & OUT!!! FIRE & ICE STAND TALL AS THEY HOIST THE GOLD HIGH!!!
(Fire & Ice are able to ward off British Invasion, holding their gold up in the air as Drake is backing away up the ramp, grinning to himself after garnering the win…)
(‘Till the audience explodes in reaction.)
Flannery McCoy: DRAKE KING IS SUDDENLY HOISTED UPWARD—AND IS DROPPED BY ‘GRATEFUL DEATH’!!!! JOSO JUST LAID OUT DRAKE KING!!!
Jake Mercer: JOSO SENDS A STATEMENT OF HIS OWN AS DRAKE KING BELIEVED HIMSELF TO BE SAFE! JOSO SENT DRAKE INTO THE RINGER!
Stew-O: Dynasty ends on an incredibly chaotic note as we thank you all for joining us! See you next week!
(Joso stands over Drake King to the immense reactions, as Fire & Ice remain standing tall over the British Invasion with the scene fading.)
