(EAW intro plays.)
(A recap of last week’s Sunday Night Voltage Marquee Event is shown: Effy McAvoy beats Selina Reyes and earns herself a New Breed Championship opportunity. Akari Kiyoko & Damien Kutcher win over Chiyo Gedo and Michael Scott Connor, with Chiyo beating down Michael after the match. Ashlynn Quinn becomes “Miss Voltage” after beating Candice Blair. Solomon Stane gets a win over Caroline. Diamond Dixon gets a win against Harper Lee after interference from Mr. Cash in The Vault Donovan Duke. Dr. Bethany Blue beats Ms. Extreme. Cameron Ella Ava and Limmy Monaghan walk out on Xander Payne leading to British Invasion getting a victory. Methuselah betrays Michael Machina and allows The Jaded Hearts to retain the Unified Tag Team Championships. And in the main event, Jake Smith retains his EAW World Championship against Adam Lucas via disqualification.)
(The camera then goes to the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York as pyro is seen erupting from the stage and the shot pans around to show an anticipated crowd excited for what is to come. Then, it goes to the commentary desk where Rich Russillo, James Peters, and Persephone are seen.)
Persephone: We are on the road to the worst Marquee Event in EAW history, Road To Redemption! Welcoming you all tonight to yet another abysmal episode of SUNDAY NIGHT VOLTAGE!
Rich Russillo: Close enough.
James Peters: That works. As Persephone said we are hot on the tail of Road To Redemption coming off of Wicked Games and what a show we have for you tonight. Chiyo Gedo will be in action! Damien Kutcher faces Halsey Neel! Ashlynn Quinn faces Selina Reyes! Candice Blair faces Akari Kiyoko! Daryl Kinkade faces Limmy Monaghan! And in the main event, the EAW World Champion is in action as Jake Smith faces Michael Machina! Let’s get right to it!
(Sunday Night Voltage transitions from the commentary desk toward the stage as ‘Gloria’ by Laura Branigan is heard playing through the arena speakers. The crowd began to give a loud positive reaction as the camera focused on Bea Valentine as she was seen making her way out from the backstage area and toward the stage with ‘Miss Voltage’ Ashlynn Quinn following behind her. Bea is very emotional after the events of Wicked Games, with Ashlynn having a handkerchief in her hands to wipe away any stray tears from before she came out here, as she takes a moment to compose herself before making her way down the ramp.)
Bella Braxton: Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome… BEA VALENTINE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Rich Russillo: Well we’re kicking off the show tonight with Bea Valentine, who seemed to have an interesting Wicked Games weekend. Although she wasn’t involved in any matches, she was out in the ring checking on Michael Machina after what Methuselah did to him after their match against The Jaded Hearts, beating him bloody.
James Peters: If there was anybody who was going to feel a certain way about that, it’s Bea, and even though she is… retired, she is still making her way out here tonight to address what transpired seemingly. What will she say? Is Michael Machina okay? Better yet, will we be getting an appearance from the culprit in Methuselah tonight?
Persephone: Will you stop asking stupid fucking questions?
James Peters: … I guess we’ll see tonight.
(Bea makes her way up the steps and into the ring as Ashlynn follows behind her. She heads over to take a microphone from the ringside area while ‘Gloria’ then begins to come to a close. From there, she makes her way over to the center of the ring, head bowed down as she’s clearly in her feelings right now. Then, she begins to speak.)
Bea Valentine: What happened at Wicked Games… was not for the faint of heart. I sit here as a woman who was already broken and scarred by the events of the previous Marquee Event, who was content to walk away from this absolute vicious cycle known as professional wrestling and retire for good. But even I, a woman as sophisticated and noble as myself, couldn’t help but be brought to tears after what happened to my Mikey last week. I thought that losing would be the worst thing that could happen that night, but turns out even the thought of The Jaded Hearts getting the better of them stung less than what actually happened! Mikey was BETRAYED, just like he was BETRAYED by everyone else in his career, that wretched, sick, sadistic Methuselah took him out! And for what reason?! WHY WOULD HE DO SUCH A THING?!
(Bea buries her face in her hands for a moment, with Ashlynn quickly hurrying herself over and putting her arm around her, consoling her and trying to calm her down. After some time, she begins to nod her head, as she looks back up and continues speaking.)
Bea Valentine: It was then that I realized that I couldn’t just stand by and let that happen. I couldn’t just allow that MONSTER to get away with what he did, I had to take action. It took me the entire week to come up with the right way to handle all of this, but alas, I think I have the solution! So I am UNRETIRING and I DEMAND that Methuselah come out here NOW!
(The crowd cheers loudly at this as Bea lowers her microphone and turns toward the stage, shouting presumably to Methuselah to get him to come out here tonight.)
Persephone: I mean, I think we know that she’s an idiot already, but this is a whole new level of idiocy. She’s gotta have some sort of death wish.
Rich Russillo: Well we know that Bea Valentine isn’t just any other Elitist, she is someone who has honed her craft in EAW before her… retirement and she has certainly earned her spot on this roster. But I can’t help but wonder if her emotions are getting the better of her right now by calling out someone like Methuselah.
James Peters: Even though I’m sure she believes in her mind that she is doing the right thing, exacting revenge for her fallen lover, I can’t help but wonder if she’s biting off more than she can chew. We all know that Methuselah isn’t just any other Elitist.
(After some time, Bea gets exactly what she wants, as ‘Praise Gawd’ by Kanye West begins to blast through the speakers of the arena. The crowd boos loudly as the camera goes over to the stage to show Methuselah as he is seen beginning to make his way out from the backstage area. He has a face of absolutely zero regrets, knowing exactly what he did and feeling zero remorse for the matter, as he can only chuckle at Bea inside of the ring before then beginning to make his way down the ramp from there.)
Rich Russillo: Well ask and you shall receive, as Methuselah is making his way out here tonight and he looks quite amused by what has transpired because of his actions. I think we’ve already established the fact that he doesn’t care for what he did at Wicked Games, and sure as hell isn’t looking toward facing repercussions for it either.
James Peters: But from what we’re hearing, Bea is coming out of retirement to challenge this man! I don’t think he seems very intimidated by the prospect of that, and it seems like he might just give her what she wants right now as he makes his way down to the ring. But I guess we’re just going to have to see for ourselves.
Persephone: This is all so pointless. Why doesn’t he just beat her up and get it over with already, we all know how this is going to play out.
(Methuselah makes his way up the steps and onto the apron as he enters through the ropes. He then makes his way over and takes a microphone from the ringside area as ‘Praise Gawd’ then begins to come to a close. Then, making his way over to Bea, he begins to speak.)
Methuselah: You’re quite the fool if I do say so myself. You believe in your mind that you could even breathe the same air as Gawd let alone face him in a match? I admire your aspirations, but as we can all see, ‘twas coming from the mind of a pure fool. A fool blinded by stupid love, a fool enchanted by an even dumber fool who deserved every morsel of what happened at Wicked Games last week. Does thou want to know the truth? What everyone has been asking me the entire week? Why Methuselah did what he did and exacted the wrath of GAWD upon his now former tag team partner? Because I never cared.
(The crowd booed as Methuselah nodded his head, with a sarcastic expression on his face as he listened to what they had to say. Bea doesn’t look particularly happy about this either, but that’s not a thought in the Chairman’s mind as he continues onward.)
Methuselah: The entire prospect of GAWD X MACHINA did sound enticing to the naked eye, and one might’ve been led to believe that we were pampered to dominate the entire tag team division given the right opportunity. But I never cared about any of that. I never cared about the team, nor do I care about Michael Machina. I’ve seen what everyone has had to say about him, the immediate praise that he has been given, and how he can be seen as the future of this company. But I disagree! I have never seen him that way, in fact, I only see him as a peon, a peon who I beat to a bloody pulp like he had coming for him.
Bea Valentine: And you’re going to learn to regret that, you understand me?! You’re going to learn to NEVER put your hands on MY Mikey again. Do you know how much faith and trust that he put into you? Knowing how good you were? Knowing everything that you could’ve accomplished together? You were this close, and you decided to mess it all up! Why? Because you “didn’t care”? THAT’S NOT ENOUGH, BUSTER! You screwed up big time, and now you’re going to pay for it. I’m going to be the one that strikes you down for good.
(Methuselah chuckles at this, pondering what Bea said for a moment, before then beginning to nod his head as he begins to respond to what she had to say.)
Methuselah: You know what? If you want a match with me so bad, then you got it. I’ll see you at Super Voltage.
(The crowd cheers at this, Bea looking quite satisfied with the match being made official, meanwhile, Ashlynn Quinn is seen in the background biting her nails. The announcement isn’t given a good amount of time to let simmer in though, as ‘Apostle’s Warning’ by Mobb Deep is then heard playing through the speakers of the arena.)
Persephone: He’s alive?!
(The crowd roars as the camera goes over to the stage to show Michael Machina as he is seen storming out from the backstage area. He still looks pretty banged up after what happened at Wicked Games, but regardless seems to be walking out with a purpose as he makes his way down the ramp and toward the ring with a microphone already in hand.)
Rich Russillo: Well it was only a matter of time before Michael Machina made his way out here tonight. It doesn’t seem like he’s not only very happy with Methuselah but at this match being made. I’m sure the last thing he wanted to do was get Bea involved in this.
James Peters: But she seems pretty set on it, and it was already made official for the Super Voltage event anyway, there’s not much that he can do about it. Regardless though, he’s making his way out to the ring and it seems like he wants to give his stance on how this entire situation has gone down.
(Machina climbs up onto the apron as he makes his way into the ring, immediately heading past Methuselah and toward Bea as ‘Apostle’s Warning’ then begins to come to a close. After some time, Machina begins to speak.)
Michael Machina: Phoebe, c’mon, you don’t have to do this.
Bea Valentine: I-
Methuselah: Silence, it’s not your opinion whether or not she does this, I have already made my decision. If you wanted her to climb out of this, then you should’ve stopped her before she came out here, but she already incurred her downfall come Super Voltage. If you have any objections, then you can take them up elsewhere.
Michael Machina: You shut the hell up.
(Machina immediately turns around and makes his way toward Methuselah, as both of them get face-to-face with one another.)
Michael Machina: I don’t give a damn who the hell you are and what you’ve done in this company, nobody gets away with betraying and attacking me behind my back. I’m going to make sure that you get what’s coming to you as well and there’s nothing that you can say or do that’s going to stop that. But right now, I’m here, how about you say whatever you want to my face and I’ll tell you just how I feel about it.
(Methuselah once again chuckles at this, shaking his head in disappointment.)
Methuselah: You certainly live up to every single notion that people have placed on you. You are a brawn with no brains, a nobody who weaseled himself out of obscurity in this company and got lucky enough to be propped up as the next big thing, and now you want to get in my face and try to tell me what to do? OVER FOR THOU. As it has been from the very beginning, as soon as my plan was realized, to leave you for dead inside of that ring lying in your blood. You only quicken the process by being out here right now.
(Methuselah smirks at this as Machina takes a moment, stepping back and nodding his head before looking back at him, seemingly about to speak…)
Rich Russillo: OH! HEADBUTT AGAINST THE SKULL OF METHUSELAH BY MACHINA! MACHINA JUST TOSSED HIS MICROPHONE DOWN TO THE GROUND AND IS SENDING STRIKES TOWARD THE FACE OF THE CHAIRMAN! METHUSELAH IS BLOCKING THE SHOTS AND SENDING STRIKES OF HIS OWN AND IT SEEMS LIKE WE HAVE A BRAWL ON OUR HANDS RIGHT NOW!
James Peters: THIS HAS GOTTEN OUT OF HAND REAL QUICK AND THERE IS ABSOLUTELY NO LOVE LOSS BETWEEN THESE FORMER TAG TEAM PARTNERS RIGHT NOW! METHUSELAH AND MACHINA ARE GOING BACK AND FORTH AND IT LOOKS LIKE THEY’RE TRYING TO TEAR ONE ANOTHER APART!
(After some time, security begins to rush down to the ring and is quick to break this brawl apart between the two. Machina is trying to tear through everyone in his way to get to Methuselah, as Methuselah is seen shouting at him with both quick to exchange verbal jabs as they’re separated toward opposite corners.)
Persephone: Aw, it’s over already?
Rich Russillo: Well it seems like order has been quickly restored right now as both of them are split apart from one another. But I think we’re far established that this is not over between these two just yet-
James Peters: OH MY GOD! LOOK AT WHAT HAPPENED! ASHLYNN QUINN JUST BROKE THROUGH SECURITY AND LATCHED ONTO THE BACK OF METHUSELAH TO LOCK IN A REAR NAKED CHOKE! WHAT THE HELL IS SHE DOING?!
Rich Russillo: METHUSELAH IS DISTRACTED AS SECURITY IS STARTLED BY THIS, BREAKING AWAY FOR A MOMENT AS THE CHAIRMAN SWINGS AROUND, TRYING TO GET HIMSELF FREE FROM THIS SITUATION RIGHT NOW-
James Peters: BUT BEA VALENTINE JUST LEAPED INTO THE AIR AND CONNECTED WITH THE ‘BEA-TRIGGER’ TO THE FACE OF METHUSELAH! METHUSELAH IS DROPPED DOWN BY THE BICYCLE KNEE STRIKE AS BEA JUST LAID HIM OUT THANKS TO ASHLYNN QUINN!
(More security quickly files in as they separate Bea and Ashlynn away, with both looking quite satisfied with what they did. The last shot seen is Michael Machina smirking at an unconscious Methuselah on the canvas as Sunday Night Voltage, from there, begins to fade out to elsewhere.)
(Commercial for Hawaiian food with Jake Smith.)
(Sunday Night Voltage continues as we transition to the ring, where we see Bella Braxton standing by. She has a smile on her face and a microphone in hand as she says…)
Bella Braxton: THE FOLLOWING CONTEST IS SCHEDULED FOR…ONE FALL!!
Crowd: ONE FALL!
(“Red Criminal” by Oral Cigarettes begins to blast through the PA system as it’s none other than Chiyo Gedo who is seen emerging from the backstage area to a loud reaction tonight here in Brooklyn. He looks cold and calculated, as serious as ever as he looks around the scenery, before then beginning to march his way towards the ring.)
Bella Braxton: INTRODUCING FIRST… FROM OSAKA, JAPAN…WEIGHING IN AT 220 POUNDS…HE IS “THE FACELESS TERMINATOR”…CHIYO GEDO!
Rich Russillo: If you need someone who had the performance of a lifetime, look no further than Chiyo Gedo and what he did at Wicked Games. Despite the loss against Damien Kutcher and Akari Kiyoko, he was a monster in the ring. His partner Michael pretty much got zero offense in the match, and what Chiyo did in spite of that was unbelievable, right, James?
James Peters: Oh, you said it best. Rich, what Chiyo did during his match last week was an amazing performance. A carry job like Lebron James did back in 2018 when he took the Cleveland Cavaliers to the NBA Finals. He may not have won this match, after all, it was essentially a handicap match, but man did he look like a DEMON in that ring against Damien and Akari. Quite frankly, Michael Scott Connor was holding down the tag team and was the main reason they lost, so we can’t be too surprised Chiyo did what he did after the match.
Persephone: Rest in Piss to that old geezer.
James Peters: You know… for once, Persephone, I agree with you.
(Chiyo continues his entrance to the ring as his opponent is already standing in the ring, a relative nobody who has competed on Voltage before.)
Bella Braxton: AND ALREADY IN THE RING, WEIGHING AT 220 POUNDS… HE IS UNSERIOUS… MARCUS DEMARCUS!!!
Persephone: THIS GUY AGAIN? Wasn’t here months ago against someone else.
James Peters: You’re right Persephone, Marcus DeMarcus was last seen here losing to a former Elitist in quick fashion. Obviously that was months ago, so perhaps things are different now for Marcus DeMarcus, maybe he’ll bode well here against Chiyo Gedo.
Rich Russillo: Yeah, I don’t know… If Chiyo can go toe-to-toe with two Elitists at the same time, does Marcus even stand a chance???
Persephone: The power of the same first and last names is surging through Marcus DeMarcus. Trust me, if anyone is going to be a DEMON, it’s this guy right here. :mjlol:
(Chiyo slides into the ring as he climbs up to the top rope and poses while Marcus DeMarcus stands in his corner. ‘Red Criminal’ would soon fade away as Chiyo stands in his corner, looking as menacing as can be. Marcus doesn’t look too afraid either as the referee signals for the bell.)
(DING DING DING!)
Rich Russillo: The bell rings for this match, and IMMEDIATELY CHIYO GEDO RUSHES TOWARD MARCUS DEMARCUS WITH A RUNNING EUROPEAN UPPERCUT IN THE CORNER!
James Peters: My god! Marcus didn’t even have enough time to even dodge that running European uppercut as Chiyo is lying down some stomps towards him! He is beating the absolute crap out of this man!
Rich Russillo: The referee is telling Chiyo to stop, and he does! Chiyo steps back and lets out a battle cry as the crowd goes nuts! Marcus looks like he wasn’t even ready for him as he rolls out of the ring.
Persephone: Yeah, maybe having the same name twice doesn’t give you powers.
James Peters: Chiyo follows Marcus DeMarcus to the outside as he nails some vicious chops to the chest! Marcus is feeling those chops heavily… AS CHIYO LIFTS HIM UP AND DROPS HIM DOWN WITH A BACK SUPLEX ONTO THE BARRICADE!
Rich Russilo: Chiyo brings Marcus back into the ring as he brings Marcus into a powerbomb position! He’s looking to destroy Marcus with a series of Powerbombs I assume, AND-
James Peters: Wait a minute! Marcus manages to get out and land a punch to Chiyo! He runs towards the ropes and-
Rich Russillo: HEAT SEEKER!!!! THE SPINNING BACK ELBOW FROM CHIYO GEDO CONNECTS AND MARCUS IS OUT COLD RIGHT NOW!
Persephone: Damn, and I thought things shifted for him.
James Peters: Chiyo is looking to end things once and for all as he waits in the corner. Marcus gets back on his feet as Chiyo goes for it… and CONNECTS WITH THE SWIFT ENDING! THE SOMERSAULT REVERSE DDT NAILS IT FOR CHIYO AS HE GOES FOR THE COVER!
Referee: ONEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!!!!!
Referee: TTWWWWWWWWWWWOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!
Referee: THRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRREEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!!
(DING DING DING!)
Bella Braxton: HERE IS YOUR WINNER… CHIYO GEDO!!!
Rich Russillo: Very impressive win here tonight for Chiyo Gedo, who completely destroyed his opponent! My god, that Heat Seeker was an absolute thing of beauty.
James Peters: Marcus DeMarcus didn’t really have much of a chance against Chiyo here tonight, Chiyo is just on another level compared to him.
Persephone: Maybe Marcus will come back six months down the line… third times a charm, right?
(‘Red Criminal’ plays in the arena as Chiyo gets his arm raised by the referee. He celebrates the victory as the fans give a very loud reaction to the match he just had against Marcus DeMarcus. He then proceeds to get a microphone from the ringside official, as he says…)
Chiyo Gedo: Hey! Cut my music!
(His theme would be abruptly cut off as it seems like Chiyo had some thoughts in his mind. He takes a moment before beginning to speak to the EAW audience.)
Chiyo Gedo: I just destroyed someone in mere minutes right now, just like the way I handled an absolute disgrace to our industry last week at Wicked Games. I thought we could team together and take down both Damien and Akari as a unit, but clearly that sorry excuse of a Marine decided that he was going to go a completely different route. That he was going in a direction that only trash would go with, and what happened? He did absolutely nothing! He was absolutely no help, he left me out there to die. If it wasn’t for me, Michael Scott Connor would have been decimated in seconds. I fought tooth and nail to combat against the two of them, I fought with my absolute fucking life. While that old man sat back and whenever he tried to get involved, would get the crap beat out of him in seconds. So what I did against Michael Scott Connor… I have no remorse for a garbage human being like him.
(The crowd reacts loudly for this as Chiyo continues with his promo, as he says…)
Chiyo Gedo: Months of busting my ass and getting nothing to show for it, results not going the way I imagine it will go. I have worked hard to try and get into a better position for myself, but I can’t just let that fester in me anymore. All of these circumstances have gotten me to this point, and now I’m no longer going to sit back and let the rest of these Elitists advance further into their careers. If it wasn’t for that piece of shit Michael dragging me down, I would have beaten both Akari and Damien last week. They awakened a monster that can kick anyone’s ass when pushed to the limit. Even with all that, I was held back from the human version of garbage in the form of Michael Scott Connor. Wasting my time fighting alongside him because at that very moment after the match last week… I realized that something needed to change.
(The crowd reacts once again as Chiyo is pouring out his frustrations and the lack of results he’s gotten over the past few months. He pauses before continuing…)
Chiyo Gedo: I’m going to make sure moving forward that I leave an everlasting impact here on Sunday Night Voltage. Everyone has been put on notice to watch their back, and to watch out for me. Let what I did to Michael Scott Connor be a reminder for everyone here, if garbage needs to be gotten rid of here on Voltage, I’ll gladly be the executioner. Taking out the trash at Wicked Games Was only the first step to this change, and I can promise everyone here that I’m taking out anybody that not only gets in my path, but disrespects me in the process.
(Chiyo drops his microphone as once again ‘Red Criminal’ plays in the arena.)
Rich Russillo: Chiyo Gedo just laid out a statement for the entire Voltage roster, he looks to be taking things to the next level, and what he did to Michael Scott Connor looks to be the start of that.
James Peters: It should be very interesting to see.
(Chiyo leaves the ring and heads towards the stage area as the final scene sees him walking to the back. From there, Voltage transitions elsewhere in the arena.)
(Voltage returns and fades to the backstage area, where Sofia Clarke can be seen standing in front of the camera. Sofia is holding a microphone in her hand with a smile on her face, and before long she begins to speak.)
Sofia Clarke: Ladies and gentlemen, at this time please welcome Limmy Monaghan!
(The crowd explodes with cheers as they hear this, and before long Limmy begins to step into the camera’s view. Following Wicked Games Limmy doesn’t look entirely pleased, but he has a calm look on his face as Sofia Clarke begins to speak once more.)
Sofia Clarke: Limmy, thank you for joining me tonight. Throughout the past week there’s been a lot of talk regarding Wicked Games, and one of the biggest surprises of the night would be when you and Cameron Ella Ava chose to walk out on Xander Payne, leaving him to take the loss against the British Invasion. Do you have any explanation about what happened there?
(Limmy takes a few seconds to think about everything that happened in that trios match at Wicked Games, before beginning to speak.)
Limmy Monaghan: Xander got what he deserved. I know that Wicked Games didn’t end how I’m sure many were expecting it to, but Cameron and I both told Xander the exact same thing heading into it. We warned him that we weren’t his friends. Xander and I were only on the same team because of the opponents in front of us, and as soon as Xander got in the way, there was no reason to stick around. Trust me, we knew from the start that Xander was never going to be the best teammate. We knew that it wasn’t going to be easy working alongside someone like him. Turning his back on others is a significant part of his history in this company, and even he said that he cared more about getting revenge on the British Invasion than anything and anyone else. We just thought that maybe we could put that hatred to good use. We thought that we could get the job done because we were fighting for the same cause. As you can see, we were wrong.
Limmy Monaghan: What’s the point in even trying to work with Xander if he’s not even going to accept our help? If he wanted to fight the British Invasion alone he could’ve said that and we wouldn’t have even bothered coming to help him in the first place. Xander didn’t want to win, Sofia. He wanted to waste his time proving a point, and he was doing it at our expense. The British Invasion isn’t perfect by any means, but one thing they don’t lack is the ability to work together. That was always their biggest strength, and instead of working to counter that, Xander stubbornly gave them exactly the kind of advantage they’d want. If that’s the kind of pointless fight Xander was looking for, we would’ve stayed out of it from the very beginning. I’m not here to waste my time. I’ve already made my plans for the season clear and am looking to take the necessary steps towards reaching them. At Wicked Games I went off track, and realizing that is exactly why I walked out on Xander.
Sofia Clarke: Does this mean you don’t believe you and Xander were ever going to work together well?
Limmy Monaghan: In most situations that’s the last thing that I would say, but right now that’s exactly what I believe. This was just too personal to him. Had he thought things through maybe things could’ve turned out differently. Victory over the British Invasion was never out of our grasp, we were just stuck with someone who proved to be more of a liability than an actual teammate. I’m not the kind of Elitist to feel the need to throw blame at others, especially for losses that have done nothing to damage me, but we all saw what happened last week. Xander Payne turned out to be a weak, fragile man that couldn’t keep it together for just one night. All he had to do was work with us, and he’d have gotten what he wanted. He’s not the only one that wanted to see the British Invasion fall. He’s not the only one that has had reason to fight against those three this season. He had people who were willing to work with him despite the fact that he’s the last person who deserves any allies, and he blew it. I don’t like the British Invasion, and had there been anyone else on our team I’d have gladly taken them down at Wicked Games, but Xander Payne was never the right man to trust.
(Limmy stops speaking for a moment, thinking about the conversation he and Cameron Ella Ava had with Xander prior to Wicked Games.)
Limmy Monaghan: Cameron and I had every reason to not even look in Xander’s direction after he returned. He picked a fight with the British Invasion, and we could have left him to face them on his own. Instead, we put our own personal business aside because we were able to see the bigger picture. We knew that the British Invasion needed to be stopped. We knew that they couldn’t be allowed to continue running rampant, so we ran out there and we helped Xander knowing that we wanted nothing to do with him. We helped him, and we went out of our way to make sure he understood why we were doing this. We did everything in our power to make sure he knew he needed to be on the same page as us, because if it wasn’t already clear, Xander was the outlier for our team. I don’t have an issue working with Cameron, and I didn’t expect her to be a problem heading into Wicked Games. Xander was always the only concern, and thanks to the fact that he was ungrateful to have any help after everything he’s done, the British Invasion were able to have the last laugh.
Limmy Monaghan: Xander just kept messing up, and you can only make so many mistakes before you have to realize that it’s a lost cause. He was useless, and eventually I realized that I was just wasting my time. As much as I didn’t want to see the British Invasion stand tall, I wouldn’t be me if I allowed Elitists like Xander to get away with being what they are today. Xander had to learn one way or another, and nothing either of his teammates said was ever going to get through to him. All that could be done, and all that needed to be done, was leaving him to die. He needed to take that loss. He needed to suffer the consequences of his actions, and whether or not he’s any better for it going forward is on him. I did what I had to do, and I’m not going to have any issue moving on from this whole situation. He’s going to have to clean up the mess he made on his own, because next time I’m not going to be there to save him.
Sofia Clarke: Do you regret getting involved with this situation?
Limmy Monaghan: It’s not that I regret choosing to fight against the British Invasion. What I did wrong was choosing to get myself involved with Xander Payne’s issues. I never should have put myself in this position when there’s so much more I could’ve done with my time. I never should’ve helped Xander, but I didn’t want the British Invasion to keep getting away with everything they’ve done. I was already on the receiving end of one of their attacks prior to Territorial Invasion, and I’m not the only one that’s had to deal with this. It’s been an ongoing issue throughout the season, and as long as they’re able to stand tall, come out of these matches victorious and return to Voltage having gotten what they wanted, nothing will change. The only way we could’ve turned this around was by taking them down, which is exactly why I decided to fight. In the end Xander didn’t capitalize on that like he should’ve, and that’s on him. Road to Redemption is coming, and I’m not going to let what happened last week get to me knowing that all Xander had to do wa-
James Peters: WOAH, WHAT THE HELL???? XANDER PAYNE!!! XANDER PAYNE IS HERE, AND HE JUST TOOK OUT LIMMY MONAGHAN!
Rich Russillo: XANDER PAYNE JUST BLINDSIDED LIMMY MONAGHAN!!! XANDER JUST ATTACKED LIMMY FROM BEHIND, AND IT LOOKS LIKE XANDER HASN’T TAKEN TOO KINDLY TO LIMMY AND CAMERON ABANDONING HIM BACK AT WICKED GAMES! XANDER IS BEATING THE HELL OUT OF LIMMY MONAGHAN RIGHT NOW, AND WE NEED TO GET SECURITY OUT HERE OR SOMETHING! LIMMY WAS COMPLETELY CAUGHT OFF GUARD AS HE WAS ATTACKED RIGHT IN THE MIDDLE OF HIS INTERVIEW, AND CLEARLY XANDER ISN’T HAPPY AT ALL RIGHT NOW AFTER EVERYTHING THAT’S HAPPENED! THIS TEAM HAS COMPLETELY FALLEN APART!
James Peters: XANDER DRAGS LIMMY UP- BUT LIMMY BEGINS TO THROW PUNCHES TO THE RIBS, FIGHTING BACK AS XANDER IS FORCED OFF OF HIM! LIMMY HITS XANDER WITH A RIGHT HAND, BEFORE XANDER CATCHES HIM WITH A FOREARM! BOTH MEN ARE BEGINNING TO FIGHT NOW, AS WE HAVE A BRAWL ON OUR HANDS BETWEEN THE TWO! I DIDN’T EXPECT THINGS TO TURN OUT LIKE THIS, BUT I THINK WE SHOULD’VE AFTER WHAT HAPPENED BACK AT WICKED GAMES! WE KNEW WHAT XANDER WAS FIGHTING FOR, SO OF COURSE HE ISN’T HAPPY NOW! BOTH MEN CONTINUE TO FIGHT, UNTIL LIMMY HITS XANDER WITH AN UPPERCUT!
Rich Russillo: Xander stumbles back as Limmy quickly looks to go on the offensive- BUT XANDER CATCHES HIM WITH A KNEE TO THE MIDSECTION, BEFORE HE SLAMS HIS FACE INTO THE WALL! XANDER DOESN’T STOP THERE EITHER, AS HE SLAMS HIS FACE INTO THE WALL FOR A SECOND TIME! Limmy drops down to a knee, and he’s in a bad spot right now! Xander quickly drags Limmy back up, BEFORE THROWING HIM HEAD FIRST INTO A PILE OF EQUIPMENT!! LIMMY MONAGHAN IS OUT, AND FINALLY IT LOOKS LIKE SECURITY IS BEGINNING TO RUSH OUT TO SEPARATE THIS ONE! I think they’re a bit late though, as Limmy Monaghan is down and out on the floor!
Persephone: Why are they separating this, anyway? This isn’t any fun unless someone dies! At least let me see blood! What’s the point in them fighting if nothing interesting is actually going to happen!?
James Peters: Xander Payne just destroyed Limmy Monaghan before Limmy’s match against Daryl Kinkade later tonight, and I have to say, things are definitely heating up between these two! We heard everything Limmy had to say regarding Wicked Games and why he abandoned Xandr, but it looks like Xander wasn’t having it. Xander is once again looking for some revenge, only this time it looks like it’s against Limmy Monaghan, one of the people who tried to help him in the first place!
(Xander Payne begins to back away from the security guards, beginning to walk away from the area. There’s a mixed reaction following that attack, with very prominent boos thanks to the fans’ support for Limmy Monaghan. As Xander walks away from the area, Sofia Clarke rushes to catch up to him. She is still holding her microphone, and she begins to speak as she walks alongside him.)
Sofia Clarke: Xander! Do you have any words for what just happened between you and Limmy? That was a big fight between the two of you, and I think right now everyone is wondering wha…
(Before Sofia could finish speaking, Xander just continues walking ahead of her, completely brushing her off. Sofia looks surprised that Xander ignored her and continued to walk away, and she just looks back towards the camera, confused by everything that’s transpired. After this, the camera begins to fade away from the backstage area.)
(The camera returns to the ring as Bella Braxton is standing front and center with a microphone as she is ready to begin the introductions for the next match on Sunday Night Voltage!)
Bella Braxton: Ladies and gentlemen, this is our next contest and it is scheduled for ONE FALL!
Crowd: ONE FALL!
(“Revolution” by Kirk Franklin starts to play as the crowd starts responding with a mixed, but more negative reaction from the crowd as Damien Kutcher enters the arena while being accompanied by Akari Kiyoko. Damien looks determined as they head to the ring, but as he makes his way to ringside, a smirk can be seen on his face.)
Bella Braxton: Introducing first and making his way to the ring! Being accompanied to the ring by Akari Kiyoko. From Memphis, Tennessee! Weighing 240 pounds! Here is “THE REBORN SON” DAMIEN KUTCHER!
James Peters: Here comes Damien Kutcher down to the ring for singles action and he isn’t coming alone as Akari is following closely behind. These two are in a pretty good mood after getting a statement making victory at Wicked Games against Chiyo Gedo and—
Persephone: PLEASE DON’T SAY THAT DUMBASS’ NAME! Better yet, Don’t say any of their names. Ever. Anymore. I don’t like any of them.
Rich Russillo: Akari and Damien came together as a team to find success and make some headway on Voltage. Last week, they got off to a good start, but will they be able to make it two in a row against some very tough competition?
(Damien enters the ring and Akari takes a spot at ringside while Damien’s music is replaced by ‘Ten Ton Hammer’ by Machine Head. Seconds later, the crowd’s reaction gets even louder with negativity as Halsey Neel enters the arena with the rest of the British Invasion. After Wicked Games, they aren’t going to be annoyed by the crowd reaction as they head to the ring.)
Bella Braxton: Introducing his opponent! Representing and being accompanied to the ring by The British Invasion! From Birmingham, England! Weighing 159 pounds! Here is “THE RIPPER” HALSEY NEEL!!
Persephone: Oh great. They are here again. Are you sure that they weren’t fired or traded or anything that would prevent them from being on this show?
Rich Russillo: No, they haven’t! They are actually feeling good considering they defeated three former World Champions in Cameron Ella Ava, Limmy Monaghan, and the recently returned Xander Payne.
James Peters: The British Invasion have a lot of momentum going into tonight and they are looking to keep it going with a victory here in this match along with the match they have later tonight. Who will leave this match with the victory? We are about to find out!
(Halsey enters the ring and the rest of the British Invasion take their place on the opposite side of ringside from Akari as Halsey’s music fades off. Seconds later, the referee checks both competitors before calling for the bell.)
(DING! DING! DING!)
James Peters: Here we go! This match is underway and both competitors go to lock up BUT DAMIEN SNEAKS FROM BEHIND AND APPLIES A HAMMERLOCK ON HALSEY! Technicality is not necessarily his main game, but he could be looking to throw Halsey off her game.
Persephone: Who cares? All I know is that this match is going to be a snoozefest. Damn, I miss all the bloodshed from last week. Can we have a repeat?
Rich Russillo: No.
Persephone: You are such a fucking killjoy.
James Peters: Halsey was trying to fire off some elbows in the hopes of catching Damien, BUT HALSEY DOES MANAGE TO REACH BACK AND GRAB DAMIEN BY THE NECK AND TAKES HIM OVER WITH A SNAPMARE–
Rich Russillo: DAMIEN MANAGES TO LAND ON HIS FEET! Damien keeps running to hit the ropes before rebounding and coming back FOR A BODY TACKLE AND THE FORCE SENDS HALSEY BACK TOWARDS THE ROPES, BUT SHE IS STILL ON HER FEET!
James Peters: Halsey bounces off the ropes AND COMES BACK WITH A KNIFE EDGE CHOP TO THE CHEST! Halsey fires off another chop for good measure before delivering a kick to the gut to double Damien over.
Persephone: All this wrestling is so exciting as Halsey grabs Damien by the head and uses momentum in her favor to take Damien up and over with a snap suplex before floating over for a cover!
ONNNNNNNNNNNNNNEEEEE!
TWWW–
Rich Russillo: Damien is able to power out at one as Halsey quickly changes position AND STARTS DELIVERING MOUNTED ELBOW STRIKES TO THE FACE! Damien is blocking as many shots as he can before he shoves Halsey off him and he gets back to his feet.
James Peters: But Halsey is back up a little quicker AND SHE GOES FOR A KICK, BUT DAMIEN DUCKS OUT OF THE WAY! Damien grabs Halsey by the arm and whips her to the corner BEFORE FOLLOWING UP WITH A CLOTHESLINE IN THE CORNER!
Persephone: Not only that, he also throws a back elbow and catches that bitch in the mouth! Damn, I hope a tooth went flying and we see some blood… probably not. That sucks.
Rich Russillo: Damien shoves Halsey back into the corner AND HE CRACKS HALSEY ACROSS THE CHEST WITH A BACKHAND CHOP! GOOD GOSH THAT SOUND WAS LOUD!
Persephone: He needs to stop being such a little bitch and just beat the crap out of her. Don’t half ass it. You wanna win? Take her down! It’s not that damn hard.
James Peters: Well Damien does push her back into the corner AND HE CHOPS HER AGAIN WITH ANOTHER LOUD BACKHAND CHOP! Halsey certainly felt that one as Damien pulls her out of the corner.
Rich Russillo: Damien jumps onto the second rope as Halsey turns around AND DAMIEN JUMPS OFF THE SECOND ROPE AND DELIVERS A DROPKICK TO HALSEY’S FACE TURNING HER INSIDE OUT!
James Peters: Halsey is down and Damien pulls her away from the ropes and into a cover. The legs are hooked!
ONNNNNNNNNNNEEEEEE!
TWWWWWWWWOOOOOO!
Persephone: She kicked out. What a surprise that this match goes on. I am so excited.
Rich Russillo: Damien pulls her back to her feet and whips Halsey to the ropes. Halsey with a rebound and Damien puts his head down FOR A BACK BODY DROP–
James Peters: Halsey puts on the brakes AND JUST SWINGS BACK AND KICKS DAMIEN RIGHT IN THE FACE! DAMIEN REELS BACK AND HE HOLDS HIS FACE IN PAIN! His nose could be broken right now.
Persephone: It’s not. There’s no blood. Trust me. He’ll be fine. But what isn’t fine is that Damien turned around AND HALSEY SLAPPED HIM ACROSS THE FACE LIKE A BITCH! BAHAHAHAHAHA!
Rich Russillo: Damien didn’t appreciate that one bit AS HE TRIES TO GO FOR A CLOTHESLINE, BUT HALSEY IS ABLE TO DUCK IT! Halsey grabbed Damien’s arm before hooking the other–
Persephone: WHAT THE HELL? IS EVERY BITCH ON THIS ROSTER WONDER WOMAN OR SOMETHING? SHE MANAGED TO LIFT HIM UP ENOUGH TO TAKE HIM DOWN FOR A BUTTERFLY SUPLEX! Now the bitch bridges up and it looks like the shoulders are down for the cover.
ONNNNNNNNNNNNNNEEEEEE!
TWWWWWWWWWWWOOOOO–
James Peters: DAMIEN KICKS OUT! Another near fall by Halsey Neel as HALSEY KEEPS THE ARMS HOOK AND MOVES HIM ONTO HIS STOMACH–
Rich Russillo: HALSEY FLIPS OVER RIGHT INTO THE CATTLE MUTILATION! SUBMISSION APPLIED AND HALSEY IS REALLY WRENCHING ON THE ARMS AND BACK OF DAMIEN!
James Peters: The referee is right there to check on Damien to see if he ultimately decides to give it up right here. As we can see, Damien is refusing to submit at the moment!
Persephone: Of course he won’t give up. Nobody gives up around here. They should because there would be less screwballs in this place if they did. Too stupid for their own good if you ask me.
Rich Russillo: Good thing nobody asked you, but Damien is showing his power once again as HE HAS PROPPED HIMSELF ONTO HIS KNEES AS HALSEY IS PUTTING MORE WEIGHT INTO THAT BRIDGE FOR THE SUBMISSION–
James Peters: DAMIEN IS ON HIS FEET AND HE LIFTS HALSEY IN THE AIR! Damien has hold of Halsey’s arms as she is trying to get free AS DAMIEN BACKS UP INTO THE CORNER–
Persephone: AND HALSEY GETS UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL WITH THE TURNBUCKLES! The middle turnbuckle was rammed into her ribs while the bottom turnbuckle was shoved into her face. I hope she broke her face with that. It would amuse me.
Rich Russillo: Halsey is stuck in the corner in a modified version of the Tree of Woe while Damien is free and shaking off as much of the effects of the submission as she can.
Persephone: I could be checking on my lovely Luis, but instead I am watching two nitwits battle in the ring. This is so much fun I can hardly stand it.
James Peters: Damien goes back to the corner AND HE IS STOMPING ON HALSEY! HE IS STOMPING ON HALSEY WHILE SHE IS STUCK IN THE CORNER! BOOTS TO THE BACK OF THE NECK AND THE REFEREE IS THERE TO TELL HIM TO BACK OFF!
Rich Russillo: The referee has started a count on Damien and he stops on four. Damien grabs Halsey by the waist and has her in the Canadian Backbreaker position. I don’t think he’s looking for a submission here.
James Peters: He’s not as he walks over to the ropes AND TOSSES HER OFF HIS SHOULDERS AND RIGHT INTO THE ROPES WITH A MODIFIED STUN GUN BY DAMIEN!
Persephone: Did you see the way her face and neck snapped back? That was kind of cool to see. Bodily harm makes this match a little more bearable.
Rich Russillo: Halsey turns around and Damien grabs her before lifting her up in the air AND PLANTING HER WITH THE FLAPJACK! HALSEY WENT FACE FIRST INTO THE MAT! Halsey is down and Damien makes his way to the second rope.
James Peters: Halsey is recovering and Damien is waiting for Halsey to get back to her feet. Damien is looking to get a little high risk on the second rope.
Persephone: He’s gonna screw up. That’s what always happens when you get a wild feeling to show off for the crowd. He should have just stayed on the ground and beat the crap out of her. What an idiot.
Rich Russillo: Halsey is back on her feet and she turns around to face Damien AND DAMIEN JUMPS OFF THE SECOND ROPE AND CATCHES HALSEY WITH A CLOTHESLINE! HALSEY IS DOWN AND DAMIEN SCRAMBLES INTO THE COVER!
ONNNNNNNNNNNNNEEEEEE!
TWWWWWWWWWOOOOOOO!
THHHHH–
Persephone: She kicked out at two. What a surprise.
James Peters: Near fall for Damien Kutcher as his tag team partner Akari Kiyoko is cheering him on at ringside. Meanwhile, it’s The British Invasion who are trying to get Halsey back into the match.
Rich Russillo: Damien is back on his feet and he brings Halsey up as well and whips her to the ropes. Halsey comes back AND DAMIEN GOES FOR A CLOTHESLINE–
James Peters: Halsey ducks the clothesline but GRABS DAMIEN’S ARM AND FLOATS OVER BEFORE TAKING HIM OVER WITH THE SNAP SUPLEX! Both competitors are back to their feet, but Halsey is just a bit quicker–
Persephone: HALSEY WITH AN AXE KICK TO THE BACK OF THE NECK TAKING DAMIEN DOWN! About time this bitch did something right in this match. Hell, I hope that means that this match ends soon.
Rich Russillo: It very well could as Damien is recovering and getting back up to his feet as Halsey hits the ropes and comes back BEFORE HITTING A BICYCLE PUMP KICK TO THE FACE!
James Peters: Kick to the jaw takes Damien back down to the mat as once again mounts Damien AND STARTS PUNCHING HIM IN THE FACE! DAMIEN IS ONCE AGAIN TRYING TO BLOCK THE SHOTS!
Persephone: Here comes the referee to ruin everything and start a count forcing Halsey to break the count or else get disqualified. Don’t be a rebel. Force the referee to count to five. I am convinced that none of them can.
Rich Russillo: Well it looks like it’s not going to be this referee as Halsey stops the punches on four and prevents disqualification. Halsey gets back to her feet as Damien rolls over AND HALSEY DELIVERS A SOCCER STYLE KICK TO THE RIBS!
Persephone: Damn, these referees are such killjoys sometimes. If they didn’t have sticks up their butts, these matches would be much more interesting. But NOOOOOO! They all have to count and follow the rules and all that shit.
James Peters: Guess you didn’t get enough at Wicked Games, did you? Be that as it may, these two have really been taking it to each other in this match up. Even the crowd’s reaction has warmed up a little bit due to the action in this match.
Rich Russillo: Yeah, neither of these two will be picked as the most loved member of the Voltage roster at the moment, but this is a really great match as Halsey brings Damien back to his feet and whips him to the ropes–
James Peters: DAMIEN REVERSES IT! Halsey was sent to the ropes and here she comes back AS DAMIEN GOES FOR THE BICYCLE KICK THAT HALSEY AVOIDS AT THE LAST SECOND!
Persephone: What a surprise! Another counter in this hell of a match. When will they learn to stop all the counters? Nobody likes it.
James Peters: Speak for yourself, Persephone, as Halsey gets behind Damien AND KNEES HIM IN THE LOWER BACK AND THAT FORCED DAMIEN TO BEND BACK–
Persephone: BAHAHAHAHAHA! THAT IDIOT FELL FOR THAT TRAP AS THE BITCH LOCKS IN A COBRA CLUTCH FROM BEHIND! SHOULD HAVE SEEN THAT COMING, DUMBASS!
Rich Russillo: Persephone is showing no love for either competitor as the referee is right there to see if Damien gives up to the Cobra Clutch, but Halsey uses her power once again AND LIFTS HIM UP ENOUGH TO PLANT HIM WITH THE BACKBREAKER!
Persephone: Goody goody! Well Damien is trying to recover off the backbreaker as Halsey hits the ropes. Damien is on his knees as Halsey rebounds off the ropes–
James Peters: HALSEY HITS THE BICYCLE KNEE TO THE FACE BEFORE SHE FOLLOWS UP WITH THE YAKUZA KICK! THAT’S “OFF WITH YOUR HEAD” BY HALSEY NEEL AND DAMIEN FALLS TO THE MAT!
Rich Russillo: Damien could have been knocked out with that combination and that’s what Halsey is banking on as she rolls Damien over and goes for the cover!
ONNNNNNNNNNEEEEEEEE!
TWWWWWWWWWOOOOOO!
THHHHHHHHHRRRREEEEEE!
James Peters: HALSEY GOT THE THR— NO! WAIT! THE REFEREE IS SAYING THAT DAMIEN GOT HIS SHOULDER UP AT THE LAST POSSIBLE SECOND! HOLY CRAP! WHAT A DANGEROUSLY CLOSE NEAR FALL FOR HALSEY!
Persephone: The shock on her face is priceless! That bitch actually thought that she was going to get the victory right there! She looks about five seconds away from a breakdown and I am here for it.
Rich Russillo: Look at the reactions from ringside. The British Invasion are stunned as well as Akari on the other side let out a sigh of relief after Damien kicked out.
Persephone: Nobody cares. But what I care about is this match ending as Halsey looks to do something stupid by trying to lift Damien into a piledriver. BUT IT DOESN’T WORK AS DAMIEN COUNTERS WITH A BACK BODY DROP!
Rich Russillo: Halsey hits the mat and is trying to recover as Damien hits the ropes. Damien quickly rebounds and runs full speed towards Halsey–
James Peters: DAMIEN GOT “THE BAPTISM”! DAMIEN GOT THE KNEE STRIKE AND IT CAUGHT HALSEY RIGHT IN THE SIDE OF THE HEAD AS SHE FALLS TO THE MAT! WHAT A SHOT!
Persephone: The dumb bitch looks to be knocked out cold as this other loser rolls her over and hooks the leg for the cover! GAWD! PLEASE LET THIS MEAN THE MATCH HIS OVER!
ONNNNNNNNNNEEEEEEEE!
TWWWWWWWWWOOOOOO!
THHHHHHHHHRRRREEEEEE!
Rich Russillo: HALSEY KICKS OUT AT TWO! OHHH WHAT A CLOSE NEAR FALL FOR DAMIEN! I THOUGHT HE HAD THE MATCH THERE, BUT WHAT A MATCH THIS HAS BEEN SO FAR!
Persephone: Yeah, this match is something alright. It’s a boring piece of crap that is wasting my time when I should be with Luis and being his special nurse.
James Peters: Stop bitching, Persephone. Right now, Damien is back to his feet and he is dragging a barely moving Halsey over to the corner and Damien is climbing his way up to the top rope this time.
Rich Russillo: Damien only goes to the top rope to hit one of his big match ending moves. Halsey still hasn’t moved and Damien is in position as he finds his balance on the top rope AND DAMIEN LEAPS OFF THE TOP ROPE–
James Peters: DAMIEN WENT FOR THE “GOD’S LIGHT”, BUT NOBODY WAS HOME OFF THE FIVE STAR FROG SPLASH AND DAMIEN JUST CRASHES AND BURNS ON THE MAT AS HALSEY ROLLS TO THE ROPES TO GET BACK TO HER FEET!
Persephone: Five Star Frog Splash, my ass. That looked like a quarter star at best. That’s exactly what he deserves for trying to get flashy again. What a dumbass.
Rich Russillo: DAMIEN IS SLOWLY RECOVERING OFF OF MISSING THE FROG SPLASH AND HE IS MAKING IT TO HIS FEET AS HALSEY IS READY FOR HIM! DAMIEN IS GETTING UP AND HALSEY GOES FOR A ROUNDHOUSE KICK–
James Peters: DAMIEN DUCKS OUT OF THE WAY AND AVOIDS THE ROUNDHOUSE KICK, BUT HALSEY QUICKLY RECOVERS AND DAMIENS TURNS AROUND AND HE RUNS RIGHT INTO THE “REVOLVER”!
Rich Russillo: SHE MISSED THE ROUNDHOUSE, BUT SHE GOT THE QUESTION MARK KICK! RIGHT ON THE BUTTON! BOOT RIGHT INTO THE JAW OF DAMIEN AND HE MIGHT HAVE JUST BEEN KNOCKED OUT COLD! THAT KICK CAME RIGHT OUT OF LEFT FIELD AS HALSEY DROPS FOR THE COVER! LEGS ARE HOOKED!
ONNNNNNNNNEEEEEEEE!
TWWWWWWWWWOOOOO!
THHHHHHHHRRRREEEEEE!
(DING! DING! DING!)
(‘Ten Ton Hammer’ starts playing again as Halsey slowly rolls off of Damien to a negative reaction from the crowd. She stays sitting for a moment to catch her breath as Bella Braxton announces the final decision of the match.)
Bella Braxton: Here is your winner… HALSEY NEEL!
James Peters: Well this match was not what I was expecting and I mean that in a good way. I was expecting to see some underhanded tactics from both competitors, but it was a thing of technical beauty between two up and coming stars.
Persephone: Yeah yeah. It was something alright. Good wouldn’t be a word I would use, but it’s whatever.
(Halsey is back on her feet and the referee raises her arm in victory as Damien makes it back to his feet as well. The British Invasion and Akari are watching cautiously as Damien and Halsey lock eyes.)
Rich Russillo: Well this is an interesting development right here as Halsey and Damien are in the middle of a staredown. Look at their teammates being cautious.
Persephone: Well now that it’s over, everybody can leave now. They suck and are boring me.
James Peters: Give credit to Damien! He put up a hell of an effort and was close to winning the match on numerous occasions, but Halsey pulled out one kick that caught Damien in the perfect spot and put him down for the three count!
(After a brief staredown between Damien and Halsey, they give each other a nod of respect before Halsey leaves the ring and heads up the entrance ramp with the British Invasion.)
Persephone: Awww. How heartwarming! It’s so sweet that it makes me wanna throw up.
Rich Russillo: There is nothing wrong with a little bit of respect being shown around here. It needs to be done more often if you ask me.
James Peters: I agree with that Rich. But this match showed that Halsey and Damien are really on the rise on Voltage, but it was Halsey who pulled out the victory. Congratulations to Halsey on the victory here on Voltage.
(The final shot shows Damien looking up the entrance ramp before cutting to Halsey and the British Invasion soaking in the feeling of victory at the top of the entrance ramp as the camera cuts elsewhere.)
(Commercial for Eternal Atake 2 by Lil Uzi Vert, out now.)
(Sunday Night Voltage returns from a commercial break as the show continues live here from Barclays Center. Sofia Clarke is standing by a personal locker room with a big grin on her face. She’s wearing a blue dress, looking as professional as one could be, as she begins to speak to the EAW audience, who are watching this segment not only live from the arena but around the world as well.)
Sofia Clarke: Welcome back to Sunday Night Voltage, ladies and gentlemen! I’m standing outside the locker room of our current EAW Hardcore Champion, Cameron Ella Ava! We’re looking to get word from her after what happened at the Wicked Games Marquee Event and what is next for her as we reach the midpoint of the Season in Road to Redemption. Cameron should be joining us here momentarily…
(The locker room door opens up to reveal Cameron Ella Ava! The crowd cheers for her as Cameron is wearing her casual attire here tonight on Voltage and along with that she has the EAW Hardcore Championship around her left shoulder. Both she and Sofia exchange a smile with one another before Sofia says to Cameron…)
Sofia Clarke: Thank you for joining us here, Cameron.
Cameron Ella Ava: It’s my pleasure, Sofia.
Sofia Clarke: Last week we saw you compete in a six-person tag team match at Wicked Games as you competed alongside Xander Payne and Limmy Monaghan to face off against people you are very familiar with in British Invasion. It wasn’t the result you intended, walk us through that night and your mindset after it was said and done.
Cameron Ella Ava: To be completely honest with you, Sofia, I don’t feel particularly great following what happened at Wicked Games. It was going completely fine. We were having a violent war with a bunch of whiners that needed to be shut down for good. It was going well, we had the match won in the palm of our hands, and what happened? Xander Payne felt the need to tag himself in because of what British Invasion did to his eye. Xander’s emotion felt the need to get himself into that match right when I was about to end it, and what happened from Xander’s compulsive decision? I got struck right in the head by Daryl Kinkade with a damn chair. Limmy had every right to leave Xander fighting for his own, and quite frankly, it felt like a big waste of time for me to even compete in that match. Xander didn’t drag me into that match, I had my score to settle with British Invasion. We both had a common interest, which was handling British Invasion, but his incompetence and patience were too much. I should have just focused on this Hardcore Championship instead of getting myself involved with Xander Payne, the whole thing was a mistake. I wish I’d done something that might have mattered, but I digress.
Sofia Clarke: So what is next for Cameron after Wicked Games? What are your plans as we look not only to the end of the year but to Road to Redemption as well?
(Cameron has an interested look on her face as she answers Sofia’s question by saying…)
Cameron Ella Ava: What’s next for Mother? Hmmmmm… I hear that Super Voltage is coming up in a matter of weeks, and that seems like the perfect opportunity for me to defend this championship. I have held this title since Pain for Pride after I defeated Roberto De La Rosa. Anyone on that roster who wants a piece of me can gladly take their chances at Super Voltage. No matter who it is though, they’re still going to be lying down on that mat as I hold this title up high for the whole world to see…
???: SHEESH AS IF!
(Both Cameron and Sofia look confused about who just spoke in the distance, but that confusion turns into annoyance as the camera pans over to reveal “Miss Voltage” Ashlynn Quinn! She is seen wearing her sash and crown following her victory at Wicked Games against Candice Blair and is looking quite happy after what happened earlier in the night regarding Bea Valentine and Methuselah. After some time, Ashlynn begins speaking to Cameron and Sofia as she says…)
Ashlynn Quinn: Look at you, Cameron! Discussing things that just simply aren’t happening. I love a delusional Mother!
Cameron Ella Ava: Alright Ashlynn, do you see I’m talking with Sofia here about some important business?
Ashlynn Quinn: Oh gosh! Don’t get so greedy with me, Mother. You’re getting a bit too mad right now because I heard what you were talking about. I was just getting ready for my match against Selina Reyes, a woman that I’m going to make sure respects me after I beat that uggo in the middle of that ring. Yet I couldn’t help but overhear the complaining you were doing about what happened at Wicked Games. AWWWWWW… Does somebody need a tissue???
Cameron Ella Ava: The only person who needs a tissue is going to be you if you try to push me any further.
Ashlynn Quinn: EASY THERE, CAMERON! I’m only saying that because I find it hilarious that Candice was doing the same thing. That woman is a poor sport if I ever saw one, after I EMBARRASSED her at Wicked Games, showing the crowd that not only was I hotter and sexier than her, but I was better than her as well. She just HAD to be a sore loser and attack me right after. I guess that’s an Ava thing running in the family gene pool… When you lose, be a complainer! Since I did manage to beat one Ava, I might as well go right after the other.
(Cameron hears what Ashlynn just said as she says…)
Cameron Ella Ava: Look, if you didn’t have a match tonight, I would fight you tonight and ruin your pretty little face with a single punch. I will be more than happy to take you down, Ashlynn.
Ashlynn Quinn: I don’t mean just a regular match, uggo. OHHHH NOOO. You clearly stated you wanted a challenger for Super Voltage, someone on this pathetic roster who wanted a piece of you and Cameron. You’re looking at that challenger. If you want someone who is going to take you to your ABSOLUTE BEST, then feast your eyes on that woman, and you got your wish. Super Voltage will be the night that will be a massive milestone for Miss Voltage because that night will be the night where I win my first championship here in EAW.
(Cameron has a blank look on her face as she hears Ashlynn state her intentions of being her challenger for the Hardcore Championship at Super Voltage. She turns to Sofia, and all of a sudden she begins to laugh hysterically. She can’t believe what she just heard from Ashlynn, as some tears are rolling down her face. Ashlynn doesn’t look too happy about Cameron’s response to her as she responds by saying…)
Cameron Ella Ava: Oh my god… That might have been the funniest thing I have heard all year. Ashlynn, that cracked me up, maybe you’re right… Maybe I do need a tissue after all.
Ashlynn Quinn: I don’t get what is so funny. I challenged you to a match for that Hardcore Championship, and this is how you respond???
(Cameron is holding back laughter again as Sofia looks to be holding in a smirk as well. Ashlynn looks very annoyed at this situation, as you can see the stern expression on her face after the response she got from the Champion. Cameron leans over to Ashlynn and pats her on the head like you would for a dog, and Ashlynn seems confused as Cameron tells her…)
Cameron Ella Ava: Okay Ashlynn… Hehehe…. you can face me at Super Voltage.
Ashlynn Quinn: Glad you finally know who your ender is Ca-
(Before Ashlynn could say anything else, Cameron knocked over Ashlynn’s crown with a simple flick of her fingers. The crown falls to the ground as Ashlynn has a gasping look on her face as if Cameron had done something horrible. Cameron would look over towards Sofia as she says to her…)
Cameron Ella Ava: You’re welcome for my time, Sofia.
(Cameron gives a wink to Sofia, who nods back to the Champion. Cameron Ella Ava leaves the scene as Ashlynn drops to her knees and picks her crown back up, looking completely mortified at what Cameron has just done. The camera pans back to Sofia as she says…)
Sofia Clarke: Well, we have certainly gotten our answer as to what is next for our EAW Hardcore Champion, which should shape up into a very exciting Super Voltage in the coming weeks.
(The camera pans back down to Ashlynn Quinn putting her crown back on her and going up on her feet, as she isn’t all too happy with the disrespect that was shown by the Champion. She gives a death stare towards Sofia before she walks off the scene. The segment would proceed to fade out as we continue forward here on Voltage.)
(Commercial for Venom: The Last Stand. In theaters now.)
(Sunday Night Voltage returns to show the backstage area of the Barclays Center as there’s a very tense situation unfolding right now. The camera focuses on a person pacing around back and forth in the hallway, and as the shot pans up it’s revealed to be Adam Lucas. Someone who had a very interesting Wicked Games weekend is clearly showing how he feels about it by the look on his face, as he’s absolutely seething while Dr. Bethany Blue is seen behind him, watching on with her arms crossed. After some time, Adam begins to speak.)
Adam Lucas: Don’t even get me started on that, what happened at Wicked Games was absolute bullshit and you know it. I could mention a lot of things about it, but the one thing that’s been on my mind is the absolute fucking audacity of that idiot Jake Smith. Who the hell does he think he is pulling off that sort of stunt? I’ll admit, I thought I had him cornered. I thought now more than ever, he wouldn’t have anywhere to go and that I could take what I KNEW I deserved and that was the EAW World Championship. But I must’ve forgotten just how desperate he is to weasel himself out of any sort of situation. For a Champion who prides himself on being the cornerstone of EAW, he certainly shows just how much of a damn coward he is every single week and how undeserving he is of that title. Who in their right mind would disqualify themselves knowing that their opponent got the better of him? So much for that self-righteous shit, can he really stand here and say that he’s a proper, fighting Champion? That he actually defends it with honor and because of what happened, he’s the best talent on this brand? Fuck no, nothing’s changed about that prick. He’s the same coward that he’s always been and he continues to show it with every action that he’s done. Just like all the other times before, he lucked out, and the fact that he can say that he is still EAW World Champion and I’m not just makes me fucking sick. You know what? Absolutely nothing changed, I believe every single word that I said to him still. He’s a placeholder, he’s a benchwarmer, and I’m still better than him in every way imaginable and if anything what happened last week proved that.
Adam Lucas: If I had the opportunity, knowing what I know now, he wouldn’t have been walking out of there on his own two feet. I wouldn’t have let him escape with his own life let alone his dignity. He made one hell of a mistake and let me tell you one thing right now, this isn’t over. He thinks that I’m just going to get off his back now because he got away with all of that, not in a million years. I’m going to make sure that I give him every single thing that he asked for and that karma finally comes back to kick him in the ass for trying that sort of shit around me. I promised that I would be EAW World Champion, I promised that I would put an end to everything that he has done to this brand at this moment. Get out of here with that blasphemy that he SAVED Voltage, no, there’s only one person who can do that at this point, and it’s certainly not him, it’s going to be me. I may not have got the job done then, but one way or another I’m going to finish the job, I’m going to finish the job if it’s the LAST thing I do.
(Adam shakes his head in frustration as he runs his hands through his hair. After some time, he begins to walk in a certain direction.)
Adam Lucas: I’ve had enough, I want a rematch against Jake, and this time I want absolutely no way that he can luck his way out of it. I want No Disqualifications, and I’m going to make sure that I get that when I talk to Captain Charisma right now.
(Adam is intent on marching to the office of the Voltage Commissioner, but before he can get any further, Bethany quickly runs up to him and puts a hand on his shoulder, stopping momentarily.)
Dr. Bethany Blue: Adam, honey, look, I understand where you’re coming from. I agree, I think that bitch screwed you out of the EAW World Championship that we all know you deserve. But I think we can both agree that Captain Charisma likely isn’t going to listen when you’re so worked up. I think you need to calm down then we can try and get another shot.
Adam Lucas: No, I’m not waiting. Beth, I love you, but do you know how long I’ve been waiting for already? I’ve sat on my hands and I’ve stood back and allowed everyone else to get the opportunities that I feel I deserve, and now that I stand on my own two feet and do something about it, all of a sudden I have to wait again. That’s not how it works. I’m going to make sure that I get what I want and I get it now and Captain Charisma is going to listen to me whether he likes it or not. He is going to hear what I have to say and he is going to understand just how crazy this entire situation is. If he doesn’t then maybe he’s just as much of an idiot as I thought he was.
Dr. Bethany Blue: That’s the problem, he’s not going to listen to you because of this new attitude that he’s developed. If you saw what he said to you before Wicked Games, he’d be more than happy to send you to another brand. For the first time in a very long time, he’s grown a spine and he has more power over you. I want you to get this title opportunity, but to do that you’re going to have to play this smart.
Adam Lucas: And give him what he wants? I’m sorry but I’ve done enough of that for one lifetime. I’m going to make sure that Jake Smith gets exactly what he deserves and it’s going to be by my hands.
(Adam turns and once again looks like he’s about to turn to storm to Captain Charisma’s office, but finally, Bethany grabs his arm and pulls him back. She shakes her head once again and continues to speak to him.)
Dr. Bethany Blue: Look, Adam, perhaps tonight isn’t the best night to be around here. I know that you feel a certain way about everything that’s happened, but I don’t want you to end up getting burned because you made an irrational mistake. You’re right, you’ve got burnt one too many times in your career, and it’s time to stop. Maybe we should just go back to the hotel.
(Adam closes his eyes and takes a deep breath, it’s clear that he isn’t very happy about all of this going down right now. After a moment, he reluctantly nods his head as he begins to speak.)
Adam Lucas: Alright, let’s go. We’ll handle this another time.
(Bethany smiles as she takes Adam’s hand and, from there, both of them turn around and make their way down the opposite end of the hallway, seemingly taking their leave from the arena tonight. As they’re walking though, they seem to overhear a voice in the background.)
???: Yeah, that’s quite interesting…
(Adam and Bethany stop in their tracks as they turn their attention toward the catering area of Barclays Stadium. There, they’re met by an interesting surprise as they stop to see Voltage Consultant Eden Sinclair. She is on the phone with someone as she seems to be nodding her head intently to whatever conversation she’s having.)
Eden Sinclair: That’s an intriguing match idea, I like that a lot… Yeah, absolutely. With Road To Redemption being the year-end finale to the Season, a star-studded tag team showcase match would be perfect… You know what, I actually do have a tag team in mind that I would love to put into the match… Great, I’ll run it by Captain Charisma as soon as I get the chance.
(Eden then proceeds to hang up the phone as she stuffs it back into her pocket, taking a moment to ponder the conversation that she just had before nodding her head.)
Eden Sinclair: You know what? For once, Kensingten Calhoun-Astor actually made some sense.
(She would then proceed to walk off from there, leaving Bethany and Adam to their lonesome as they were eavesdropping on the conversation. After hearing everything that they had to hear, both of them look to one another and shrug their shoulders, before continuing to take their leave from the arena. It’s the last shot seen before Sunday Night Voltage, from there, begins to transition out elsewhere.)
(The camera returns to ringside.)
Bella Braxton: THIS MATCH IS SCHEDULED FOR ONE FALL!!
Crowd: ONE FALL!!
( ‘Dance The Night Away’ by Dua Lipa would blast through the speakers and the crowd would start to boo as Ashlynn Quinn made her way onto the stage with a crown on her head and a beautiful sash on her shoulders. She posed for the camera before she walked down the ramp.)
Bella Braxton: Introducing first! From Los Angeles, California… Weighing in at 115 pounds… SHE IS “MISS VOLTAGE”, AAAASSSHHHHHLLLYYYNNNNNN QQQQQUUUUUUUIIIIIIIIIIINNNNNNNNNN!!!!!!!
Rich Russillo: And she has been on a high as of late! Just as of right now, helping out her mentor and best friend in the form of Bea Valentine take out Methuselah while ALSO getting her title match against Cameron Ella Ava!
James Peters: Well tonight she has to continue that momentum as she faces Selina Reyes tonight! That’s going to be something interesting to see, if I don’t say so myself!!
Persephone: Jesus, I can barely order doordash in this arena, this Wifi sucks.
(Ashlynn Quinn would enter the ring and her music would die down before being replaced with ‘My Own Summer’ by Deftones and the reaction would be more positive as Selina Reyes walked to the stage with a cold look in her eye and went down the ramp.)
Bella Braxton: AND HER OPPONENT! MAKING HER WAY TO THE RING, THE ORYX QUEEN…. SELINA REYESSSSSSS!!!!
Rich Russillo: This is going to be something pretty interesting here! Selina hasn’t had that BIG win yet but here tonight she could possibly achieve that!!
James Peters: However, these two are no slouches and they are certainly going to tear each other apart if it means to have their hand raised. I personally can’t wait for it and thankfully I don’t have to as that is in a few seconds!!
Persephone: Let’s just get this over with.
( DING! DING! DING!)
Rich Russillo: The bell has rung and here we go! Tonight Ashlynn Quinn takes on Selina Reyes! Both have been very impressive throughout these past few weeks but Quinn now looks to continue her momentum from Wicked Games after her defeat of Candice Blair! But tonight she has a task to go through!
James Peters: AND well now they’re circling the ring. Scouting one another out before closing the gap with a Collar and Elbow tie up! They’re working to get the control against one another but it’s no use because instead, Ashlynn Quinn is backed up into the ropes! Selina showed off her strength early on in this contest!
Persephone: Maybe she can show her quickness and end this match early!
Rich Russillo: The referee is calling for them to separate and slowly but surely, Selina does exactly that. However, Ashlynn Quinn isn’t that happy and is going to speak up about it really quick!
Ashlynn Quinn: (off-mic) Excuse me, but that is NO way to treat Miss Voltage, do better! 🙄
James Peters: Ashlynn Quinn making herself vocal in the start of this match, however, Selina is not amused. She goes for a open handed chop while Ashlynn is leaning on the ropes but Quinn uses her agility to quickly get out of the way! But that’s also not all as she then sends a KICK over to her stomach and follows it up with an Irish whip and delivering a DROPKICK to take Selina down!! What a beautiful dropkick!
Persephone: I’m thinking about ordering Chinese food tonight 🤔
Rich Russillo: Gee, how insightful to the match. But back on topic, Selina is sitting back up and Ashlynn is going to work fast. She’s grabbing her by the head and smashes her HEAD right in the corner! Now she’s sending over stomps to the mid section of Selina Rayes, each one causing her to plop down into a sitting position right in the corner before the ref forces Ashlynn to back away in which she reluctantly does.
James Peters: But she’s not going to let Selina off that easily! She’s running right towards her and she’s going full speed ahead! And she lands right on her with a BRANCO BUSTER!!! This is not a good start for Selina and now Quinn is looking to continue to her momentum by pulling her out of the corner and dragging her to the middle of the ring for a PIN!
ON-
Persephone: Oh she kicks out :francis: why can’t we ever have a good match on Voltage that’s two minutes?
Rich Russillo: Ashlynn Quinn is showing some slight frustration on her end despite this being early on in the match. It isn’t going to be that easy to win and Selina is making that apparent. However, Quinn is more than capable of taking those extra steps as we see now. She’s trying to lift her upside down! Looking to maybe drop her with a vertical suplex!!
James Peters: But nope! That’s not going to be the case! Selina Reyes quickly sends a knee down onto the top of Ashlynn’s head and she can’t help but loosen her grip! Leaving time for Selina to slip out and hit her with a JAB right to the face! Sending Ashlynn tumbling back just a bit!
Persephone: A knockout blow would have been nice.
Rich Russillo: Well If Selina is really careful in this match, we might actually get one! Ashlynn Quinn has come to her senses after that job and she looks a little pissed! We know how she feels about her face, especially after her Wicked Games win! So now she’s looking to dash towards Selina to take her out with a clothesline-
James Peters: BUT SELINA DUCKS! Her senses are heightened now that she’s truly gotten a groove in this match and she’s looking to keep it. She quickly slips behind Ashlynn Quinn and wraps her arms around her hips. And she quickly falls backwards to bring her to the mat with a DEVASTATING GERMAN SUPLEX!!! AND now Ashlynn is rolling to the outside.
Persephone: Please let this end in a count out, I’d probably cry tears of joy if it did, at this point.
Rich Russillo: Although the match JUST STARTED, these ladies are already doing some significant damage to each other by firing out of the gate like this. Quinn is trying to rest on the outside but Selina has her lined up for something VICIOUS!! And right now Ashlynn is trying to get back to her feet, Reyes is now taking this as a signal to strike. She’s running off the ropes and leaps through the middle one for a… SUICIDE DIVE TO THE OUTSIDE!! ASHLYNN IS OUT!!
James Peters: Both women are out at the moment but you can see who took most of that impact and who didn’t! Selina is now slowly getting up to her feet as the referee is starting his count on the outside!!
ONEEEEEEEE!!!
TWOOOOOOOOOO!!!
THREEEEEEEE!!!
FOURRRRRRR!!
Persephone: Oh please get counted out, that would be absolutely incredible.
Rich Russillo: Selina is more than aware of the count right now and she’s taking full heed of it. She’s grabbing a hold of her and is leading her right towards the ring before rolling her under the bottom rope before soon following. Ashlynn is out on the may but she’s trying to get right back up!
James Peters: But Selina once again steps behind her and hooks her arms underneath Ashlynn’s before… OH! SHE QUICKLY DROPS BACK WITH A SNAP DRAGON SUPLEX!! AND NOW SHE GOES FOR THE COVER!!
ONEEEEE!!
TW-
Persephone: 🙄🙄🙄 Perfect. The match is still going for some reason! How “exciting” is that guys!
Rich Russillo: Very exciting indeed. So far these two women are doing great so far but Ashlynn certainly isn’t feeling that way. But Selina is climbing to the top rope and she’s slowly getting up there… she’s perched up on the top! Now she is looking to take a leap of faith with a DIVING CROSSBODY TO ASHLYNN-
James Peters: BUT INSTEAD ASHLYNN QUINN LEAPS INTO THE AIR HERSELF AND HITS A DROPKICK TO HER MID SECTION!! WHAT A REVERSAL AND YOU CAN SEE SELINA IS REELING FROM THAT!!
Persephone: Huh? Sorry I was caught up in something else more important, what happened again?
Rich Russillo: Ashlynn is slowly making her way up to her feet and she’s not happy! She’s determined to put Selina out early as possible! So far this has been a great back and forth but in order to win, one of these ladies has to keep the momentum in their favor!!
James Peters: Ashlynn Quinn is making her way onto the apron and is holding onto the top rope! Shouting at Selina to get up to her feet and she slowly does! This is certainly making her happy now as she slingshots her way through the middle rope and… KICKS HER RIGHT IN THE CHEST WITH A DROPKICK! A ‘TREND SETTER’ RIGHT TO SELINA!!
Persephone: Can she follow it up with a finisher now, I’m pretty sure my door dash order is going to be here in a few minutes and having them deliver that in here would be… a choice.
Rich Russillo: Well that’s NOT what she had in mind! She gets up and runs over to the corner on the other side of the ring and hops on the middle turnbuckle and backflips off of it for a BEAUTIFUL moonsault! And now she goes for a cover!!
ONEEEEEEE!!!
TWOOOOOOOOO-
James Peters: KICK out from Selina. Ashlynn is reeeeeally showing off how frustrated she is right now but she’s getting a hold of herself. She climbs back up to her feet and she’s looking back. You know she has something dangerous in mind and as Selina is kneeling, she’s running right into the ropes and she bounces off the middle one! IT LOOKS AS IF SHE’S TRYING TO SEND IT ALL NOW WITH A ‘BAD AND BOUJEE’ SPRINGBOARD ASSISTED CUTTER!!
Persephone: YES!!! THANK GOD!!! IT’S ALL OVER!!
Rich Russillo: NOT QUITE!! SELINA CATCHES HER AND STOPS HER RIGHT IN HER TRACKS AS SOON AS HER FEET HIT THE MAT! AND NOW SHE’S PUSHING HER BACK INTO THE ROPES! SENDING HER RIGHT BACK TO HER BEFORE DELIVER A… CLOTHESLINE RIGHT TO THE BACK OF HER NECK!!!
James Peters: AND THAT’S NOT ALL! SELINA IS FIRED UP NOW! SHE’S GETTING RIGHT BACK TO HER FEET AND SHE IS PICKING ASHLYNN QUINN UP RATHER QUICKLY! AND SHE HOPS RIGHT ONTO A HUNCHED OVER ASHLYNN BEFORE FLIPPING HER RIGHT ONTO THE MAT WITH A LEG ASSISTED SUNSET FLIP!! AND THE COVER!!
ONEEEEEEEE!!!
TWOOOOOOO!!!
THR-
Persephone: THREE!!! Wait, she’s still in this?? Utter woke nonsense, is weekly television going in the grave or something? What the hell is this?
Rich Russillo: Neither of these women are going down as of right now, they’re fired up! And- wait what’s Ashlynn doing? Is she… leaving the ring right now? And heading up the stage?
James Peters: Yep seems like it, what’s her game plan here? Even Selina and the referee seems confused as the latter is trying to reason with her.
Referee: COME ON, ASHLYNN! GET BACK IN THE RING OR YOU’LL BE COUNTED OUT!!
Ashlynn Quinn: (off-mic) OK AND?? THAT UGGO DOESN’T EVEN DESERVE TO BE IN THE SAME RING AS ME IN THE FIRST PLACE! AS MISS VOLTAGE, I HAVE STANDARDS YOU KNOW?
Persephone: Ignoring the fact that she flashed her tits on pay per view by the way.
Rich Russillo: This is absolutely ridiculous.
James Peters: Well it seems to be working in her favor as the referee is continuing the count now!
ONEEEEEEEE!!!
TWOOOOOOOO!!!
THREEEEEEEEEE!!!
Persephone: Well at least this match gets to end early. God bless Voltage!!
Rich Russillo: HANG ON A MINUTE!! SHE’S NOT GETTING AWAY THAT EASILY!! SELINA REYES ROLLED OUT OF THE RING WHILE THE REFEREE STARTED COUNTING, AND SHE SPRINGS RIGHT AFTER QUINN BEFORE LAYING HER OUT WITH YET ANOTHER CLOTHESLINE ON THE RAMP!! AND QUINN IS ABSOLUTELY DOWN AND OUT!
FOURRRRRRRRR!!
FIIIIIIIIIVE!!!
James Peters: And she’s well aware of that count right now! She’s grabbing her by the hair and leading her up the ramp! She gets to the ring and rolls her under the bottom rope, Ashlynn scurries in the corner but Selina has her eyes locked right on her and is going right towards her before-
Persephone: WOW! She got her eyes scratched. Something interesting happened finally! The world might just literally end.
Rich Russillo: A CHEAP tactic by Ashlynn to keep Selina away! The referee and scolding her for it but a she does is just respond with a KICK right to Reyes before climbing up to the top turnbuckle! And she leaps down with a TOP ROPE HURRICANRANA RIGHT ON SELINA!! WHAT A COMEBACK FOR MS. VOLTAGE!!
James Peters: SHE’S GOING TO HAVE TO KEEP THAT COMEBACK GOING! SHE LOOKS RIGHT DOWN ON SELINA AND JUST STARTS STOMPING THE LIVING HELL OUT OF HER! JUST TO BE SAFE I SUPPOSE BUT NOW SHE’S LIFTING HER UP BY HER HAIR AND WRAPPING HER ARMS AROUND HER HIPS FROM THE SIDE BEFORE… DROPPING HER WITH A BACK BODY SUPLEX!! AND IT’S TIME FOR A PIN!!
ONEEEEEEEE!
TWOOOOOOOOO!
THR-
Persephone: OK I’m tired of all these damn kick outs, WE as a group need them both to stay down immediately or something, end this match please.
Rich Russillo: Ashlynn is now just screaming out in frustration! This match has probably gone on longer than even she wanted it to but now she needs to dig deep on how to end this match completely and she looks as of she just did that as an idea may have popped into her head! She’s once again going to the top rope and she’s climbing all the way up… trying to get fully situated while Selina is crawling but wait-
James Peters: SELINA USES HER LEG TO KICK THE ROPE! SENDING ASHLYNN IN A SITTING POSITION ON THE TURNBUCKLE AND YOU KNOW SHE FELT THAT!! BUT NOW IT’S ABOUT TO GO FROM BAD TO WORSE!! SELINA IS USING THE ROPES TO PULL HERSELF UP AND NOW SHE’S CLIMBING UP THERE TO MEET ASHLYNN QUINN FACE TO FACE BEFORE QUINN LOOKS TO SEND A SHOT RIGHT TO HER FACE!!
Persephone: Just get to the good part already, come on….
Rich Russillo: BUT SELINA RESPONDS WITH A BRUTAL HEADBUTT TO HER SKULL! AND SHE’S DAZED! HOWEVER… BAD INTENTIONS ARE IN MIND. SHE BENDS DOWN AND BRINGS ASHLYNN’S ARM OVER HER HEAD AND… OHHHH! A SUPERPLEX FROM THE TOP ROPE! AND THE CROWD IS GOING WILD! BUT NOW IT IS TIME SELINA CRAWLS TO A COVER!!
ONEEEEEEEE!!!
TWOOOOOOOOO!!!
THREEEEE
James Peters: BUT ASHLYNN KICKS OUTTTTT!! WHAT A COMEBACK!!
Persephone: Wish that would have ended the match but eh, I’ll give it a 7/10. At least something was entertaining.
Rich Russillo: Both women are getting up to their feet right now, but Selina reaches there first. She climbs right onto the top turnbuckle with Ashlynn in hand and she sits a top on her shoulders in a Electric chair position and rolls forward into a PIN!!
ONEEEEE!!!
TWOOOOO!!
THR-
James Peters: NO WAIT! ASHLYNN ROLLS BACKWARDS INTO A PIN OF HER OWN! BUT SHE HAS THE TIGHTS AND THE REFEREE DOESN’T SEE IT!!
ONEEEEEEEE!!!
TWOOOOOOOOO!!!
THREEEEEEEE!!!
( DING! DING! DING!)
( ‘Dance The Night Away’ by Dua Lipa would hit throughout the speakers and she’d immediately roll out of the ring while Selina sat up in confusion and anger)
Bella Braxton: HERE IS YOUR WINNER… MISS VOLTAGE… ASHLYNN QUINNNNNN!!!
Rich Russillo: AND THERE YOU ALL HAVE IT FOLKS! ASHLYNN QUINN MANAGES TO STEAL A VICTORY FROM SELINA AND SHE LOOKS PISSED!
James Peters: It was a great effort by all involved but at the end of the day, Ashlynn was as crafty as ever and she has tons of momentum building to her eventually title match with Cameron Ella Ava!!
( Ashlynn Quinn celebrates on the ramp with her phone now in hand, taking pictures while Selina Reyes looked frustrated as Voltage faded to black…)
(Sunday Night Voltage returns to show a shot of the backstage area of the Barclays Center. There, in the hallways, there are two figures seen. The camera pans up as it’s revealed to be none other than Effy McAvoy along with EAW Hall of Famer Ahren Fournier. Both of them look quite satisfied by what happened at Wicked Games this past weekend, with Effy for obvious reasons being beyond thrilled by this. She’s cradling herself back and forth on a production crate, and after some time, she begins to speak to Ahren.)
Effy McAvoy: I finally did it. When I entered this company I made sure to continue your legacy, Ahren. My hopes and dreams were entirely through you and only you and I wanted to make sure that I did you proud, and that your faith was put into the right person! This weekend at Wicked Games I did that! I did exactly what I said I would do, and I put that no-good bitch Selina Reyes in the dirt, and I couldn’t be happier. You know why?! I did it for you, Ahren! Now I have a title opportunity against BRAE for the New Breed Championship, and everything has fallen perfectly into place. Now I get to win a title in your honor and start the legacy that you, the GOAT, would’ve wanted for me. I promise I am going to beat BRAE, I’m going to beat him down until there is absolutely nothing left of him and I am going to make sure that I bring this title home and I do it for you, my muse.
(Ahren nods his head at this, patting Jennipurr who is in his arms while listening to what Effy had to say.)
Ahren Fournier: Ah yes, it’s safe to say that me and Jennipurr are proud of you, isn’t that right?!
Jennipurr: Meow meow meow.
Ahren Fournier: See? EXTREMELY PROUD! Gosh, I’m getting the sniffles now, to see you blossom into the young GOAT that I knew you could become, I’m very proud of you my padawan. Jennipurr, wipe my tears, twas a very emotional week.
Jennipurr: Meow, meow.
Ahren Fournier: Yes, yes, you’re right. I knew you were always the voice of reason. While I appreciate thou enthusiasm, Effy, thou knows that le work has only begun. Beating Selina was only the first step in all of this, we all knew that was going to happen anyway she’s one big bum who didn’t deserve that opportunity at all, but we also already knew that so whatevs. Now we have to move on to the bigger prey, we have to sink our teeth into something else! We haven’t won the New Breed Championship yet! You’re right that we have to get through BRAE, we have to get past him and we have to make sure that you beat him! But that’s not going to be as easy as you think. Being as experienced and accomplished as a GOAT can be, I know that nothing is that easy. You’re going to have to work hard for it just as I’ve trained you to do all this time. We both believe that you can do that, Jennipurr and I, and it’s time for you to go out there and make sure that you reach the next level in your journey!
Effy McAvoy: Oh I know! I will make sure that I work twice as hard to make sure that will happen! I will do whatever you want! Speaking of whatever you want, can we talk about the celebration that we will have after I win the New Breed Championship?
Ahren Fournier: Uh, no… I think we’re good.
Effy McAvoy: Just as I am! I’m good with anything myself! I’ll make it as happy or sensual as you want it to be, my muse.
Ahren Fournier: Jennipurr, cover your ears.
Jennipurr: Meow…
Effy McAvoy: Just give me the word and I’ll do anything that you want me to do-
Ahren Fournier: ALRIGHT! Good talk! You know, we can discuss that another time, when that actually happens mayhaps? But as I said before, you haven’t won the match just yet. Let’s bring it back to BRAE. Now, le GOAT put on his teeny tiny spectacles, they’re very kewt looking, I got a matching pair for Jennipurr as well, and we did some research on this BRAE person. He is quite the fellow if I do say so myself. I will say that he deserves to be Champion considering everyone he has beaten to get to this point, and judging by the looks of things, it seems like he already has a long line of other things on the way. He has some peasant named Corey Hale trying to face him and not only that, but he has the Extreme Elimination Chamber on his plate as well. Quite the interesting lineup for him, but knowing what I know, that is going to begin to overwhelm him. The pressure is going to start to mound and he is going to crumble, and that my young GOAT, is where we’re going to strike! Like snakes in the grass! We’re going to slither and we’re going to bite him right in the neck! Then you’re going to take that title away from him.
Effy McAvoy: I’m just thinking about all the things that I can do to BRAE to make sure that he learns never to make the mistake of getting in my way again.
Ahren Fournier: Well let’s keep this very PG and very Disney plz that would be very appreciated-
Effy McAvoy: Ahren, if there is anything that I can promise you, it’s what I am going to do to that man once I get my hands on him. I promise that I am going to gut BRAE like a pig and hang his entrails on our Christmas tree-
Ahren Fournier: :whoa: WHAT DID I SAY?! SHUSH CHILD! You are too young to be saying such things! See, now Jennipurr is scarred.
Jennipurr: Meow meow meow.
Ahren Fournier: I know, I know.
Effy McAvoy: I know, I must be punished-
Ahren Fournier: THAT IS NOT NECESSARY EITHER! I need you to get your head on straight because this is absolutely no laughing matter. I don’t need your eyes on a celebration, or a Christmas tree, or being punished, I need your eyes on the New Breed Championship. I need you to make sure that you walk into Super Voltage as a winner and you walk out of it as one as well. BRAE is going to be waiting for you there and I need you to promise me that you’re going to be ready for anything that he has to bring to the table and more.
Effy McAvoy: Yes, whatever you want, Ahren.
(Effy smiles as Ahren, still a little weirded out, puts up an awkward thumbs up before he continues to speak from there.)
Ahren Fournier: This is no laughing matter. This is NOT something to hee hee ha ha about no matter how much you want to try. I need you to bring the same energy that you brought against Selina Reyes TENFOLD and I need you to make sure that you’re absolutely certain that you’re going to beat that man just like you did her! As I said before, he has had quite an amount of moral victories since he won the New Breed Championship, BUT THAT’S ALL THEY ARE! They’re only moral victories. All it is going to end up being to him is a false sense of security, and while he thinks everything is going to go right for him, we are going to make sure that we absolutely CRUSH him at his feet! Is that understood?
Effy McAvoy: Agreed, I am going to make sure that I crush him and make him beg for mercy. He may overlook me and downplay my abilities, but his weakness is that he’s just as inexperienced as I am. He hasn’t experienced enough EAW to gain a full grasp of everything, and I’m going to use that to my advantage. That is because I have someone like you to lean on, your wisdom and your knowledge, are something that I am forever grateful for. Because you have given me a chance, I am going to give you my career, and I am going to give you a career that you are going to be proud of by winning the New Breed Championship. If you believe that I can beat him, then I believe that I can beat him. I am going to make sure that I win my first title in this company and continue the legacy that you have started for me, my muse. I know that you have high expectations for me, and I am going to make sure that I not only reach them, but I shatter them!
(Ahren wipes invisible tears as he nods his head.)
Jennipurr: Meow.
Ahren Fournier: Me and Jennipurr are both rooting for you. Let’s go win a New Breed Championship.
(Ahren smiles as both he and Effy make their way out of the scene. It’s the last shot seen before Sunday Night Voltage, from there, begins to fade to elsewhere.)
(Commercial for the upcoming sixth Scary Movie film.)
(Sunday Night Voltage continues forward here in Brooklyn, New York as we transition to the backstage area, where we see Sofia Clarke standing by. She is standing in front of a large LED board with Voltage graphics on it, with an interview set replicating a wrestling ring, as she is seen wearing a nice blue dress for the occasion. She gestures a nice smile towards the camera, giving her full attention to it, as she begins to speak..)
Sofia Clarke: Hello ladies and gentlemen, and welcome back to Sunday Night Voltage! As you may know, we are 24 hours removed from The Last Stand, which was a Saturday Night Showdown exclusive Marquee Event. There, we saw a Voltage Elitist compete for the Universal Women’s Championship, and despite her best efforts in what was an amazing match against Milli Banks, she wasn’t able to successfully win the title from the defending Champion. That person in question is my guest right here and right now, so ladies and gentlemen, please give a warm welcome to the Huntress, KASAI!
(The camera pans over to reveal the former EAW Specialists Champion as KASAI makes her way into the scene, feeling somewhat alright a day after what happened at The Last Stand. She stands next to Sofia with a less disappointing and more alright look on her face as Sofia says to her…)
Sofia Clarke: Thanks for joining me, KASAI.
(KASAI gives Sofia a slight nod as Sofia then asks her first question to KASAI about her title match from The Last Stand…)
Sofia Clarke: Of course, it’s been a day since you challenged for the Universal Women’s Championship at the Last Stand. Like I said before, you gave one hell of a fight against Milli Banks. Fantastic World Championship match in the words of not only some Elitists but some of the EAW fans. So I want to ask, how are you feeling after such a major match and not walking away with that title?
KASAI: It’s been 24 hours since that match, Sofia, and I made Milli Banks work tremendously hard in that ring. I mean, that wasn’t an easy defense for her whatsoever. I felt she didn’t expect that coming from me, and you’re right when you said we put on one hell of a fight against each other. I gave it everything I had in that ring against her, but unfortunately, that wasn’t enough for me to beat her and take that title at Madison Square Garden. Anybody else would have some sort of severe depression, take some time off, you know, things you might do losing out on an opportunity as big as that one was. Well, I don’t know if you can tell from my face or how I’m talking right now, but I don’t necessarily feel those emotions. I would say I’m in good spirits following that match, I don’t feel let down or anything of that matter. Listen, I came very close to winning that title, very close to winning that match, frankly. A couple of spots in those matches could have been mine to win, but the Champion is a formidable warrior and fought back as hard as she could. But I just know next time around though, it will be a much different result.
(Sofia would have a confused look on her face, as KASAI mentioned next time around will be a different result, as she proceeds to ask KASAI to elaborate on what she just said..)
Sofia Clarke: Next time around? What do you exactly mean by that? Look, don’t get me wrong, it’s good to see you still in good spirits following such a big opportunity you had last night and not feeling down, but could you explain further what you mean by next time?
(KASAI lets out a smirk as Sofia asks this question to her. She looks to her right side and then her left side before she further explains what she means…)
KASAI: Well, Sofia… Since you asked so nicely, I’ll tell you what I mean. I have heard some pretty interesting rumblings about the Universal Women’s Championship and what the next step is for that title.
(Sofia has an even more confused face, and one with interest as KASAI kept it vague on what she meant there. Every possibility has gone under Sofia’s mind as she responds to KASAI by saying…)
Sofia Clarke: Wait, did something happen to Milli? Did she get injured? Is she even able to defend her title? Is she okay?
KASAI: What? No, no, no… It’s not that, Sofia. Milli is perfectly healthy, I don’t know why you felt the need to panic. I’m sure she’s banged up from our match, but she isn’t hurt, or at least that’s not what I heard. Maybe she is hurt, but that’s not the whispers I have been hearing. The rumblings that I have been hearing are that her next defense is going to be contested inside the Extreme Elimination Chamber!
(The crowd in the arena watching the segment gasped in shock! KASAI may have just revealed what could be true in one month to Sofia Clarke. Sofia looks shocked, as she asks KASAI…)
Sofia Clarke: Milli defending her title in the Extreme Elimination Chamber? Who told you that?
KASAI: Like I said, Sofia, it’s the rumblings of what I heard. You know, hearing from one person who heard from another to another. Information that I’m sure you’ll hear from someone else very soon, but regardless, with that information known to me, it makes things quite interesting for not only the top women across Showdown, Dynasty, and Voltage but also for the woman who was very close to winning last night. Not every day you get to have your second shot at the opportunity so close to one another, but this is exactly what I needed, Sofia, because as good as Milli Banks is and how good of a Champion she is… she is nothing like the Huntress… She is nothing like KASAI.
Sofia Clarke: So is that what you’re telling us? That if these rumblings of an Extreme Elimination Chamber match for the Universal Women’s Championship are true, you’re going to compete in it?
(KASAI has a sly smile across her face as she responds to Sofia by saying…)
KASAI: Sofia, this is the perfect opportunity for me. A match like this is right up my alley. I have the experience of competing in an Extreme Elimination Chamber last year for that EAW Specialists Championship. I know what it is like to be in that structure and the chaos that ensues within that match, and when’s there chaos involved… that’s right up my lane. Milli competed in one two years ago as well, and as much as she thinks this is going to be an environment she’ll thrive in… it just simply won’t be. That chaos that I mentioned is what separates Milli Banks from KASAI because in that Extreme Elimination Chamber when we are within the confines of that solid metal structure, the tools that will be laid for us… that’s going to bode well in my favor. Anyone else can try and go play hunter for this match, try and be the hunter for Milli Banks’ Championship, but I’m THE Huntress. HAHAHAHAH I don’t pretend to be one, I am one deadly shooter, and I can guarantee that different results will take place at Road to Redemption… of course if the match is true.
(KASAI takes a moment to recollect herself and her thoughts as she continues to speak by saying…)
KASAI: So if this match happens at Road to Redemption, where Milli has to fight the odds and the danger that comes from competing in the Extreme Elimination Chamber, I want in on it. I want to be a part of the chaos and the craziness that comes from this match. I’m not just any Elitist Sofia, I am a former EAW Specialists Champion. I had defended that title numerous times over anybody who wanted to take it from me. I can say with all certainty that the same success and the same glory will come for me with that Universal Women’s Champion, and if the way of getting that title is through the Chamber, then I am more than happy to compete. Road to Redemption is that second shot that I need, and I can tell you, Sofia… The Last Stand may not have gone well for me… Road to Redemption, I won’t be denied that Championship.
(KASAI walks away from the interview set as both she and Sofia share a nod between each other. Sofia looks right in front of the camera as she says…)
Sofia Clarke: Some pretty exciting news if it comes to fruition, courtesy of the Huntress. We’ll look to update to see if those rumblings KASAI suggested are true. Either way, KASAI’s second shot at the title could happen much sooner than we expected. Let’s head back to the commentary desk for our next contest!
(Sofia shares a quick smile at the camera before it fades away. Voltage transitions back to the ring as we head towards our next match.)
(The camera returns to ringside.)
Bella Braxton: THE FOLLOWING SINGLES MATCH IS SET FOR ONE-FALL!
(‘Catch Me If You Can’ by Rumblebee begins to play as Akari Kiyoko walks out with Damien Kutcher behind him. There is an audible dislike from the audience. Kiyoko simply ignores them as he heads down to the ring.)
Bella Braxton: INTRODUCING FIRST…ACCOMPANIED BY DAMIEN KUTCHER…FROM AOMORI, JAPAN…WEIGHING IN AT 187 POUNDS…HE IS ‘.OO1’…AKAARRRIII KIIYOOOKKOOOO!
(He gets into the ring and takes a second to talk strategy with Damien Kutcher. He nods and gets inside the ring to wait for his opponent. ‘Rhapsody In Pink’ by Stela Cole begins to play now and the crowd cheers for The Hot Commodity as she walks out. Candice Blair seems like she has a chip on her shoulder, especially coming out of Wicked Games.)
Bella Braxton: AND HIS OPPONENT…FROM SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA…WEIGHING IN AT 126 POUNDS…SHE IS THE ‘THE HOT COMMODITY’…CAAAANNDDIIIICEEE BBLAAAIIIIRRR!
(She makes her way to the ring and shoots a warning glance towards Damien Kutcher. She gets inside and immediately makes her way to her corner. She wants this one started. The ref calls for the bell.)
(DING! DING! DING!)
Rich Russillo: Looks like things are getting started here folks! Candice Blair and Akari Kiyoki meet each other in the middle of the ring for the lock-up! Blair is able to get the advantage here, slipping her opponent into the headlock! Kiyoko however, is able to slip out and get behind Blair! He tries to get her a german suplex …BUT SHE COUNTERS WITH THE ARMDRAG! Akari is sent towards the center of the ring but he’s able to quickly scramble to his feet! As he does, Candice Blair is right back on him! SHE GETS HIM WITH A DROPKICK STRAIGHT TO THE KNEE!
James Peters: Down goes Kiyoko! Timber! Blair now tries to grab onto his leg and delivers a swift kick to his knee! She then drops her own right down on top of it! She’s already working on cutting some of that offense from her opponent, perhaps setting the stage as well for that grueling Candy Lock! SPEAKING OF! It looks like she might try to lock it in here! BUT AKARI KICKS HER RIGHT IN THE FACE WITH HIS FREE LEG! He gets back up on his feet but you can tell he’s feeling the effects! As Blair turns back around…KIYOKO LOOKS FOR THE ROLLING ELBOW!
Persephone: And he misses. Is the .001 how many times his odds at actually getting real offense in?
Rich Russillo: Blair was able to duck right under that one! She goes to the ropes to start building up some speed here! SHE COMES STRAIGHT AT HER OPPONENT LOOKING FOR THE SPEAR! BUT KIYOKI INTERCEPTS WITH THE EUROPEAN UPPERCUT! Blair staggers back from the impact, allowing Kiyoki to follow up! HE GETS HER WITH A DROPKICK RIGHT IN THE CHEST! She stumbles back and finds herself in the corner here! She tries to leave…BUT NOW SHE TAKES A SHOTGUN DROPKICK AS WELL! She is launched directly into the turnbuckles!
James Peters: And look at Kiyoki here, he stands up and he’s doing his best to shake off whatever damage his leg sustained in the early goings of this match! He lifts Blair back up off the mat and gets her up onto her shoulders! USHIGIROSHI! The back of her neck collides with his knee! An absolutely brutal move from Kiyoki…but he’s done with her yet! HE LOCKS IN THE DRAGON SLEEPER! Look at the way he is pulling back on her head here! Kiyoki is wrapped around his opponent like some sort of snake! It seems as if the more she struggles, the tighter the hold gets!
Persephone: Wow, look at that. It doesn’t seem like she has any place to go. Maybe she’ll just a take a nap right here.
Rich Russillo: I don’t think that’s going to happen! Candice Blair fights back here! She forces them both up into a standing position…then she drives an elbow right in his stomach! She loosens up the hold and then shoves him away! It doesn’t last long, as he comes right back at her WITH THE SPINNING BACKHAND! BLAIR IS ABLE TO CATCH IT THOUGH! SHE SWEEPS THE LEG OUT RIGHT FROM UNDER HIM! He lands right on his behind and before he can react…SHE GETS HIM ACROSS THE BACK WITH A SHOOT KICK!
James Peters: Oh man, I felt that from right here! Blair finally pins his shoulders to the mat!
ONE!
TW-
Persephone: Of course it’s not enough. Akari is able to kick out before the two. That means we have to suffer through this match for even longer now. Fantastic.
Rich Russillo: Candice Blair brings her opponent back to his feet now! She hooks the arms, perhaps looking for the Double-Underhook Facebuster! BUT HE REFUSES TO BE LIFTED HERE! Akari braces himself! Candice lets him go? ONLY TO GET HIM WITH A SPINNING BACK KICK RIGHT TO THE STOMACH! Akari leans forward…AND SHE TAKES HIM DOWN THE SINGLE- KNEE FACEBUSTER!
James Peters: And things are looking fairly dire now for Kiyoko! Blair stands right above him now…AND GOES FOR THE STANDING MOONSAULT! Kiyoko is barely able to rolls out of the way in time! He gets on his feet as Blair looks stunned! As she rises, he comes up from behind AND GETS HER WITH THE BELL CLAP! He then turns around and gets her up! FALLAWAY MOONSAULT SLAM! An impressive maneuver from Kiyoki but he looks for even more! HERE COMES THE RUNNING SHOOTING STAR PRESS TO FOLLOW IT UP! He crashes down on Blair and goes for a cover!
ONE!
TWO!
Persephone: She gets the shoulder up. Seems like all those flips didn’t pay off. Maybe instead of doing this fancy stuff, he should just hit her. Oh? Maybe that is what he’s about to do right now! Kiyoki picks Blair up and sends her into the corner! HE JUST UNLEASHING CLOTHESLINES HERE! OVER AND OVER AGAIN! See, this is effective.
Rich Russillo: There is no doubt about that! Akari has his opponent trapped here, just striking with repeated lariats! He then picks her up and oh no! HE LOOKS TO SMASH HER HEAD OFF THE TURNBUCKLE WITH THE LAWN DART! As he goes for it, she manages to slip off his shoulders! SHE SHOVES HIM RIGHT INTO THE TURNBUCKLE INSTEAD! As he stumbles out of the corner, she takes him down with the Tilt-a-Whirl Headscissors! AND SHE TURNS INTO THE CROSSFACE! Looks like she’s getting a little even here with Kiyoko!
James Peters: Kiyoko is determined to stay in this! He reaches up and takes hold of his opponent’s hands! HE LITERALLY PRIES THEM OFF OF HIMSELF! Blair tries to back away, but he keeps a grip on one of her arms! HE FLIPS HER OVER AND PUTS HER IN THE FUJIWARA ARMBAR! The tables were just turned ladies and gentlemen! You can tell that she’s in pain here but has no intention of giving in either! SHE REPOSITIONS HERSELF AND GETS HER FOOT ON THE BOTTOM ROPE! The ref is calling for the rope break! It doesn’t seem like Kiyoko is pleased with that at all!
Persephone: I wouldn’t be either. The ref separates them now when he should just let them keep going. Blair tries to recover for a moment…BUT AKARI DRAGS HER TOWARDS THE CENTER OF THE RING! He’s looking for the Fisherman Buster here!
Rich Russillo: BUT CANDICE IS ABLE TO COUNTER! INSTEAD SHE TAKES HIM DOWN WITH THE OVER THE SHOULDER ARMDRAG! She then goes to the ropes as Kiyoko gets back up! SHE LOOKS FOR THE HANDSPRING STUNNER! KIYOKO CATCHES HER AND DROPS HER THE HALF-AND-HALF SUPLEX! She’s sent flying across the ring and I think he might have overshot the mark there! She rolls right out of the ring and onto the floor! The ref is on the scene as fast as he can, warning Kutcher to steer clear!
James Peters: Damien Kutcher backs off but there is a smile on his face! He sees what we are seeing inside the ring! Kiyoko is rushing towards the ropes! AND HE DIVES RIGHT OVER WITH A SASUKE SPECIAL! BUT BLAIR AVOIDS IT! Oh God, Akari Kiyoko lands in a nasty way on the outside! I think he might need a doctor here! Candice Blair picks him up and throws him back inside the ring! She makes her up to the second rope and takes aim! SHE GETS HIM WITH THE METEORA! COVER!
ONE!
TWO!
TH-
Rich Russillo: NO! Kiyoko is still in this, getting his shoulder up just before the three! Blair seems shocked that it didn’t end right, especially with how Akari landed just before! She doesn’t dwell on it for long though, bringing her opponent onto his knees! SHE THEN COMES RIGHT AT HIM WITH THE BICYCLE KNEE! HE’S ABLE TO DUCK UNDER IT! That seemed to be based purely on instinct alone, as Akari isn’t able to stand up! Candice helps him with that! She forces him back up to a standing position…AND THEN ROCKS HIM WITH THE ROUNDHOUSE!
Persephone: WRONG! He avoids it! KIYOKO LEAPS UP AND TRIES TO TAKE HIS OPPONENT DOWN WITH THE POISONRANA! Oh shit, she’s not going down. No, she has up on her shoulders now instead! Blair goes over to the corner and drops him face first right onto the top turnbuckle! She then picks him and places him right back on the top rope! I hope one of them falls off.
James Peters: That could certainly be the case as Candice Blair climbs up with him! She drives an elbow down on the back of his head! She then tries to lift Akari up, perhaps looking for some sort of suplex off the top rope! BUT HE ELBOWS HER IN THE STOMACH! He then shoves her down! Kiyoko repositions himself and leaps right off top onto his opponent! BUT SHE CATCHES HIM WITH THE SPEAR!
Rich Russillo: There was no way that Kiyoko was expecting that! I certainly wasn’t! But this is type of competitor that Candice Blair! She is persistent as they come! And she goes for the cover here!
ONE!
TWO!
TH-
Persephone: Damn, even after that he kicks out? Why can’t he just stay down? He’s already done it soooooo many times.
James Peters: This would be a massive win for Akari! He isn’t going to let pain stop him tonight! Candice Blair wants to help him reach the breaking point though! She picks him up and chops him right across the chest! SHE LOOKS FOR ANOTHER BUT HE GETS HER WITH A HEADBUTT! HE THEN WINDS UP AND GETS HER WITH A MASSIVE RIGHT HAND TO THE JAW! She staggers back into the ropes…AND HE IMMEDIATELY GETS HER WITH A ROLLING ELBOW! Candice looks like she was just hit by a freight train!
Rich Russillo: And now what is he doing? Akari wraps her right arm in the ropes! AND THEN THE LEFT! Oh my God, he has her completely trapped here! He then starts running back and forth between the ropes! HE GETS HER WITH A RUNNING FOREARM SMASH! AND THEN ANOTHER! AND ANOTHER! AND SEVEN MORE OTHERS! That is what he calls the Ten Divine Thrones! I mean, how many blows did she just take to the head? Candice Blair might just be knocked out now! He lets her out and she just falls down to the mat, now just on her knees barely conscious!
Persephone: Ooof, I don’t think she’s going to be taking any selfies after this one. Kiyoko grabs her arm and pulls her up…HEAVY ON MY HEART! He just hit two massive moves in a row here! It’s over! He looks for the cover!
ONE!
TWO!
THRE-
James Peters: IT’S SO FAR FROM OVER! CANDICE BLAIR KICKS OUT EVEN AFTER THAT VICIOUS COMBINATION! I don’t even see how that’s possible considering what she went through! Akari is in disbelief and so is Kutcher! But Akari brings her back up to her feet here….HE GETS HER UP FOR THE ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES!
Rich Russillo: BUT CANDICE BLAIR SLIDES OFF AND TAKES HIM DOWN WITH THE ARMDRAG! He gets back and she delivers a nasty kick right to his leg! Look at the fury in her eyes right now! SHE’S LOCKING THE HECK IN! Blair with the second kick, knocking him down to his knees! AND NOW SHE KICKS HIM RIGHT ACROSS THE CHEST! Blair begins to unload on Akari, like she’s trying to cut down a tree here! She starts with his chest…BUT THEN GETS HIM RIGHT IN THE HEAD!
Persephone: Go off bitch.
James Peters: AND SHE DOES! She brings Akari back to his feet and sends him into ropes with an irish whip! SHE SPEARS HIM IN THE CORNER! She then just starts laying into him with even more kicks, hitting everything from his legs, to his stomach to his chest! Akari is trying to defend himself but Blair is completely relentless! She climbs up onto the turnbuckle now and just starts reigning down fists! She isn’t even wrestling right now, just beating the crap out of Kiyoko!
Rich Russillo: WAIT A SECOND! HE SLIPS OUT OF IT AND PULLS HER HEAD DOWN! HE GETS HER WITH THE SUPERKICK! AND NOW HE PULLS HER OFF THE TOP TURNBUCKLE! HE’S GOING FOR FREEWAVE HERE!
James Peters: BUT BLAIR COUNTERS WITH THE HEADSCISSORS! Akari rolls across the ring but manages to catch himself on the ropes! He goes to stand back up…BUT HE’S MET WITH THE BICYCLE KNEE FROM BLAIR! She then throws him towards the middle of the ring and gets him in a seated position! SHE RUNS OFF THE ROPES AND GETS HIM WITH ONE MORE FOR GOOD MEASURE! She hooks the leg and this one might just be over!
ONE!
TWO!
THREE!
Persephone: How is this not over? Somehow Akari gets his shoulder up after that. Candice Blair seems very unhappy with that! She drags him back to his feet…AND SETS UP FOR THAT CANDY DESTROYER! HE AIN’T KICKING OUT OF THIS!
Rich Russillo: Akari Kiyoko brings his foot up and kicks Candice in the face! She stumbles backwards from the kick! BUT SHE COMES RIGHT AT HIM! He steps right out of the way and grabs her! DRAGON SUPLEX! He spikes her right on her head! He goes to the corner and begins to stalk his opponent…waiting for Blair to make her to a vertical base! HERE COMES THE DEAD STROKE!
James Peters: BUT AS HE LEAPS OUT OF THE ROLL CANDICE GETS HIM WITH THE DROPKICK! She crawls over to the ropes and pulls herself to her feet! She then approaches her opponent and grabs him by the throat! SHE SMASHES HIM INTO THE GROUND WITH THE CHOKEHOLD STO! SHE REACHES DOWN AND GRABS HIM BY THE THROAT ONE MORE TIME! SHE LOOKS FOR ANOTHER!
Persephone: BUT KIYOKO BRINGS HER IN FOR A HEADBUTT INSTEAD! This dude just won’t give up. Oh, Blair swings at him! HE CATCHES THE ARM AND GOES FOR THAT STANDING SHIRANUI! SENBO-WHATEVER-THE-FUCK-IT IS!
Rich Russillo: It’s called the Senbonzakura! Akari Kiyoko has that dragon sleeper locked in here on Candice Blair! I mean, there is no possible she’s getting out of this! Could we see her go to sleep right now?
James Peters: WAIT A SECOND! SHE’S FLAILING HERE! SHE PUSHES BACK AND KNOCKS BOTH OF THEM RIGHT INTO THE REFEREE! He’s knocked to the ground for a moment…BUT THAT’S ALL SHE NEEDS! BLAIR BRINGS HER LEG BACK RIGHT INTO THE BALLS OF KIYOKO! WHAT THE HELL?? SHE JUST LOW BLOWED AKARI! The referee was down and didn’t see it! The hold is released! Damien Kutcher is looking very upset on the outside…meanwhile Candice wants to put this one away!
Rich Russillo: She forces Kiyoko back onto his feet! She brings him in and connects WITH THE CANDY DESTROYER! That front-flip piledriver might just be the finishing blow in this match! Kiyoko is completely defenseless here! Blair gets the ref up and hooks her opponent’s leg for the cover! It’s so over!
ONE!
TWO!
THREE!
(DING! DING! DING!)
(‘Rhapsody In Pink’ by Stela Cole begins to play as Candice Blair stands back up with a smile on her face. The fans are surprised to see how Candice Blair won, while Damien Kutcher isn’t happy whatsoever. Candice returns to her feet, and she just shrugs before having her hand raised by the referee.)
Bella Braxton: HERE IS YOUR WINNER…CANNNNNDDDIIIICCCEEEE BLLAAAIIIIIIIRRRR!
Persephone: Can’t blame her for that. She won the match however she needed to.
Rich Russillo: SHE JUST CHEATED! That was a back and forth match there! We know Candice is an extremely resilient elitist! But she didn’t show that towards the end here! She used a low blow when the ref was down!
James Peters: You could argue that she did whatever she needed to win this match tonight. You may not like it Rich but at the end of the day she got the result she needed!
Rich Russillo: Whatever the case, this definitely isn’t what I’m used to seeing from Candice.
(Damien Kutcher is seen arguing with the ref at ringside. He’s trying to explain what just happened as Candice Blair stands in the ring with her hand raised. She then just skips off out of the ring and up the ramp.)
(The camera fades to the backstage area, and it pans over to Molly Waters, who can be seen seated in front of the camera. Molly has a smile on her face as the camera fades in, and after a few seconds, she begins to speak.)
Molly Waters: Ladies and gentlemen, thank you all for joining me tonight. At this time, please welcome Ms. Extreme!
(The fans cheer as the camera pans over to Ms. Extreme, but she doesn’t look thrilled from her seat. She doesn’t say anything as Molly Waters continues.)
Molly Waters: Ms. Extreme, I’m glad to have this opportunity to speak with you tonight. I know that Wicked Games unfortunately did not end how you planned it to, but many have been wondering what’s next for you with Road to Redemption being our next marquee live event.
(Ms. Extreme is still hesitant to speak. She is looking down at the floor, taking some time to think before she finally begins to speak.)
Ms. Extreme: To be honest, there’s not much I actually want to say. I’m not sure what’s next, Molly. I’d love to be able to give you a real answer and tell you my plans for one of the biggest shows of the year, but I don’t know. It’s hard to say, and I know there’s still time before Road to Redemption, but it’s not like I’ve been doing great all season. I’ve had months to get to where I want to be. I’ve had chances to start getting back on track. I did everything I could to climb back to the top, and instead I kept falling lower and lower down the ladder. If I wanted a big match at Road to Redemption, I should’ve been at the top of my game. I should’ve been living up to my promises. I should’ve been performing at my best, and I haven’t done any of that. This isn’t what I expected. It’s the last thing I wanted when the season started, so now with only a few weeks left before Road to Redemption I don’t know what’s going to happen. As much as I want to hold a Championship again and do what I did last time I was on the brand, I’m not so sure that it’ll happen.
(Molly is a bit surprised hearing this from Ms. Extreme. Despite being put off, after a few seconds she begins to speak.)
Molly Waters: Well if you don’t mind, would you like to talk about what’s been going on?
Ms. Extreme: What’s there to say? Do you want me to go over how awful this feels? It shouldn’t be difficult to understand, Molly. You already saw what happened at Wicked Games, and it sucked. I was so sure that I’d beat Bethany after everything that happened between us. I was the one that threw out that challenge in the first place, and I thought that when it ended I’d have gotten the better of her. I was confident that I had that match won down to the very end, and instead I somehow let Bethany inject me with that propofol. There’s nothing else I can say about Wicked Games. That was it. That’s all that happened. I promised that I’d make Bethany pay after all those weeks. I said that she’d regret even walking up to me, and I didn’t live up to even half of what I said, and it’s not like this was just one small setback. This is what I’ve been dealing with all season long. We’re in November now, Molly. We’re reaching the end of the year, and somehow I’m exactly where I started. I haven’t progressed at all, and losing to Bethany right after everything else I’ve experienced has started to make me question a few things.
Molly Waters: What do you mean?
(Ms. Extreme doesn’t immediately answer this. She remains silent for a moment as she thinks about everything that’s happened over the last few months, since her loss to TLA in the Answers World Championship match at Pain for Pride. After some time, she begins to speak once more.)
Ms. Extreme: I’m beginning to wonder whether or not I have anything left in the tank. This time three years ago I was the Universal Women’s Champuon, and at Road to Redemption I managed to retain my title in the Extreme Elimination Chamber before going on to become the longest reigning Universal Women’s Champion of all time. Back then I couldn’t be beaten, and now I’m not even sure whether or not I’ll even have a match at Road to Redemption. I can’t say I’ve earned any opportunities. I can’t say I deserve to fight for a World Championship right now. Things haven’t been going my way for some time now and if I was competing at the level I know I can reach, I don’t think that would be the case. Something’s wrong, and when this has been an issue for this long there’s not really anyone I can blame besides myself. I should’ve expected that from Bethany. I should’ve known that she’d make use of that syringe, and yet I wasn’t prepared. That’s on me, and if I’m going to make these mistakes this far into my career, I’m not so sure that I’m at my best.
Ms. Extreme: Trust me, I want everything that I missed out on over the past year. I want to be a World Champion again, and I want that as soon as possible, but I’m not stupid. What does it matter how much I want it if I’m going to keep falling on my face every step of the way? I haven’t even made it to a Championship opportunity yet this season outside of that tag tournament, because every single event I’ve competed at had ended the exact same way. I thought I was ready, I entered the ring, I gave it everything I had, and I lost. That’s all that happened. I lost to TLA. I lost to Michael Machina. I lost the Brand Warfare match. I lost to Dr. Bethany Blue. Molly, I’m not sure anymore. Normally I would have a good answer for you and I’d make a promise, but I can’t do that right now. I just need to take a step back and really think about what’s going on, because the year is coming to an end soon, and I don’t want to start 2025 like this. Right now, the best I could tell you is to wait and see. You’re going to have to be patient and watch whatever happens going forward, because right now there’s nothing else that I can tell you.
Molly Waters: I’m sure there will still be opportunities for you to compete in a big match at Road to Redemption.
Ms. Extreme: Sure, but that doesn’t change that I may have reached my peak. Like I said, that Universal Women’s Championship reign was back in 2021, and ended at the beginning of 2022. Do you know how much time I’ve had since then? I’ve had the opportunities. I’ve had the chances. I’ve had the time. I had everything I needed to reach those heights again, and I’ve done nothing but fail every time. Trust me, I’m the last person who’d ever want to admit to this. I’ve always been proud of what I’m capable of inside of the ring, but if I don’t take notice of what’s going on things are only going to get worse. If things have only been going downhill for the last few months, what do you think that means for me going forward? What would you say is next for me after the last few months that I’ve had? I haven’t had one marquee victory in a very long time. I haven’t capitalized on any of the opportunities I’ve received. What do I do next?
(Molly Waters remains silent, and Ms. Extreme begins to speak once more.)
Ms. Extreme: Right. It’s not so easy figuring out what’s next for you when you have spent so much time stuck in the same place. I’m just directionless right now, and it’s going to take some time before I figure out how to change that. This has been a very tough season for me and there’s a lot of things I could say about it all, but I can’t make any excuses when this keeps happening. I thought I could come back from my loss to TLA. I thought I could come back from my loss to Michael Machina. I thought that I’d be fine after Brand Warfare. I’ve been frustrated for some time now, but things haven’t been going how they used to. That frustration hasn’t gotten me anywhere. It hasn’t helped me in any way. I haven’t bounced back from any of those losses. I’m just repeating the process over and over again, and even now I’m still thinking about what I could do to fix that. I knew things weren’t going to be easy from the very start, but as much as I’ve always prepared myself to deal with these kinds of losses, things aren’t looking good. Maybe it’s time for me to start looking for something else to do.
(Molly looks confused hearing this from Ms. Extreme, and she begins to respond.)
Molly Waters: What do you mean?
(Ms. Extreme once again stops speaking for a moment, and noticing this, Molly chooses not to push the topic further as she continues.)
Molly Waters: Well, I’m not exactly sure what you have planned, but the season isn’t over yet. We’re only reaching the halfway point for the season, so even if things aren’t going perfectly now, I’m sure things can change eventually.
Ms. Extreme: That’s not what I need to hear right now. I understand you’re trying to be respectful, and that’s fine, but what I need is to be honest with myself. This sucks. Everything that’s happened for the last few months has been awful, and I have hated it. I’ve hated every part of it, and the last thing I want is to put myself in the position to keep going through this without anything changing. Climbing back up the ladder isn’t as easy as it sounds when you’re in the position I’m in, Molly. I’ve reached these heights before so you’d think that I can do it again, but instead I’ve done nothing but come up short in situations where at one point I’d be expected to win. I can’t keep doing the same thing over and over. That’s not going to get me anywhere. All it’ll do is have me embarrass myself for the rest of the season. I don’t want to keep going through that Molly, so like I said, it might be time for me to start considering other options.
Molly Waters: I understand.
Ms. Extreme: Maybe down the line things will get better, and next time we have one of these interviews I’ll be sitting here with a Championship on my shoulder. I can’t make any promises right now though, and I definitely can’t guarantee that a Championship is in my future after these last few months. I’m not in a position to make those kinds of promises anymore, and there’s no telling when I will be. All I can do is take a step back and think about what’s going on with my career until I figure out what the next step is. Whatever happens happens, and at this point that’s the best I can say to you.
Molly Waters: Well, there will be many people out there looking forward to whatever it is you choose to do next.
Ms. Extreme: I appreciate that.
Molly Waters: Ms. Extreme, thank you once again for joining me tonight. This has been a very interesting conversation, and I’m glad to have had this opportunity to see what’s going on.
(Ms. Extreme just nods her head, before beginning to take her leave. The camera pans back to Molly Waters, who is still processing everything that she heard tonight in this sit down interview. After some time, the camera begins to fade away from the area.)
(A PSA plays reminding fans not to try anything you see on EAW television at home.)
(The camera fades to a dark, undisclosed location. The camera pans around the dark room for a moment, before fading to a shot of Solomon and Trixie Stane, who can be seen standing in front of the camera. The fans begin to boo as they are seen, but they look satisfied following Solomon’s victory over Caroline at Wicked Games. After some time, Trixie begins to speak.)
Trixie Stane: At Wicked Games, Solomon did exactly what was promised. Caroline had been a thorn in his side for too long, and it was only a matter of time until she got what she deserved. We told her what was going to happen next time they crossed paths. We told her what was going to happen once Solomon shared the ring with her once more. Wicked Games was a very important night for Solomon, because he did the entire world a favor and put an end to Caroline. Victory was promised, and with that, the destruction of Caroline. She was never going to make it out of that match the same. She was never going to stand tall over Solomon at the end of this. This started months ago before Pain for Pride, and every day since then Solomon has had to live with the thought of taking Caroline out stuck inside of his head. Those two have had unfinished business for a very long time, but now we can finally say that it’s over. Not only that, but the right person came out on top.
Trixie Stane: Caroline did everything she could to derail Solomon’s career, including costing him a World Championship match. She has been in our way for a long time, and Solomon’s previous encounters with her did not end how we envisioned. Things were bound to turn out like this eventually though, because someone like Caroline doesn’t belong in this industry. Caroline is everything wrong with the world, and for us to stay on God’s path, she needed to be defeated. Now, Solomon Stane no longer has a noose around his neck. He no longer has to think about everything Caroline has done. He no longer has to think about destroying Caroline. For the first time in a long time Solomon is free to keep doing as he pleases. He is free to continue following the Lord’s path, and as he begins to walk that path once more he can do it knowing that Caroline will no longer be a factor. She had her day, and now we can finally move on knowing that she has finally been left in the past.
(After saying this, a smirk begins to appear on the face of Trixie Stane.)
Trixie Stane: Now that we’ve earned the chance to move on from Caroline, now is the time for Solomon to do something he has wanted to do for some time now. For all the good that Solomon has done, there is one thing Solomon has not accomplished in some time now. Of course, that’s winning a Championship. The last time Solomon held a Championship was during the Unified Tag Team Championship reign between himself and Kirk Redwood, but those were very different days. Time has passed since that reign, and what Solomon Stane needs is the opportunity to climb back up the ranks and hold Championship gold without Kirk Redwood standing by his side. In this season, Solomon has defeated Methuselah. He has taken down Caroline. He has proven that he’s ready to become a Champion again, and as soon as he has the opportunity, this show is going to look very different.
Trixie Stane: We’ve been paying very close attention to the Championship picture this season, and I believe that now is the time for us to make our move. There have been many different Championship matches here on Voltage, with both the Hardcore Championship and the EAW World Championship being put on the line. There’s also titles such as the Unified Tag Team Championships which have been defended here, and we’ve taken note of all of this. Solomon has been preparing himself for this very moment. He’s been getting ready for the second that he has the chance to have this opportunity. Solomon hasn’t just built momentum. He has carried out his mission against some of the worst this industry has to offer. From those such as Methuselah to Caroline, who deserved everything that came her way. Now is the time for Solomon to make his way to the Championship scene. Now is his best chance to get what he’s after. With that being said, I will tell you what we want. Solomon Stane wants the Hardcore Championship.
(This announcement receives a loud reaction from the fans, who are surprised to hear Trixie and Solomon stake their claim to the Hardcore Championship. While there are boos for Solomon, the fans are still excited to see a potential Hardcore Championship match in the near future. After some time, Solomon takes over and begins to speak.)
Solomon Stane: Not only do I want the Hardcore Championship, but by the time this year ends I will have it. That Championship is on borrowed time. Very soon I will be making my way towards it, and this is an opportunity I won’t fail to capitalize on. I have made many promises throughout my career, but this season I have continued to live up to the words I’ve said time and time again. If there’s any time for you to listen to what I have to say, it’s now.
Solomon Stane: Cameron Ella Ava has held that Championship since Pain for Pride, so far having defeated Akari Kiyoko and Daryl Kinkade in order to retain the Championship. This hasn’t gone unnoticed. I have had my eyes on the Hardcore Championship for some time now. However, I couldn’t pursue that Championship as long as Caroline was still around. I couldn’t step up to the plate until I knew that Caroline was gone. I had to take her out before I could bother making my way towards any Champions. I had to make sure that this problem was dealt with, but now that it’s over, I know what’s next for me. I know what I need to do, and that’s become the Hardcore Champion no matter whose hands I have to rip it out of. I never planned to wait too long for this opportunity. As soon as Caroline was dealt with I knew that this was next for me, and now the time has come. We are approaching the end of the year, and as 2024 comes to a close, one of its final moments will be the Hardcore Championship victory of Solomon Stane. That Championship will be mine sooner than you think.
Solomon Stane: I’m aware that Ashlynn Quinn has set her sights on the Hardcore Championship, and that she plans to fight for the title at Super Voltage. That is fine, because I’m willing to wait just a little bit longer. I am willing to wait and see how this match between Cameron and Ashlynn plays out, because as soon as that’s over, I am next. Road to Redemption is coming and the Hardcore Championship will be defended there, so it doesn’t matter if it’s Cameron Ella Ava or if it’s Ashlynn Quinn walking into the event with the Championship in their hands. Both of them have a target on their back. Both of them are being watched, and as soon as the match between them at Super Voltage is over, the winner will need to prepare themselves for what’s coming their way at Road to Redemption. This has been a long time coming. This is what the Lord has for me, and I’m not one to doubt him. The Hardcore Championship will be mine very soon, and once it is mine, I’ll be holding onto that title for a very long time.
Solomon Stane: I’ll be waiting, and I’ll be watching. I’ll know who my Road to Redemption opponent is soon enough, but Cameron, Ashlynn, you don’t have to wait. You already know who’ll be standing in front of you once you win at Super Voltage. You’ll already know who is next up once you raise the Hardcore Championship. I didn’t need this to be a surprise. I didn’t need to catch either of you off guard. Instead, I’m warning you of what’s going to happen in a month’s time so you can prepare yourself for what’s to come. I am going to carry the Hardcore Championship going into 2025, and there is not a single thing either of you will be able to do to stop me. Make peace with that while you still can, because my victory is inevitable.
(Solomon Stane finishes speaking, as he and Trixie look towards the camera. Solomon has a serious look on face after the warning given to Cameron Ella Ava and Ashlynn Quinn, and after this, he and Trixie begin to walk out of the camera’s view. Soon after, Voltage begins to fade away from the area.)
(The camera cuts to Bella Braxton in the ring.)
Bella Braxton: THE FOLLOWING CONTEST IS A SCHEDULED FOR… ONE FALL!!
Crowd: ONE FALL!!
(“Kamikaze” by RedHook plays to a negative reaction from fans as Daryl Kinkade makes his way onto the stage, being flanked by Halsey Neel and Pandora Paisley. Daryl removes his hood, and poses alongside British Invasion before the trio saunter down to the ring.)
Bella Braxton: Introducing first! Hailing out of Norwich, England, weighing in at 225 pounds, accompanied to the ring by Halsey Neel and Pandora Paisley, representing The British Invasion…HE IS THE KINK OF ELITE…DARYL KINKADE!!
James Peters: At Wicked Games, The British Invasion picked up a massive victory.
Rich Russillo: Yeah, it’s not everyday you beat a team as stacked as Limmy Monaghan, Xander Payne, and Cameron Ella Ava.
James Peters: But there is some controversy surrounding said victory. Of course, Limmy having enough with Xander’s antics.
(‘Number One’ by Shirō Sagisu & Hazel Fernandes plays to a thunderous ovation from the fans while Daryl Kinkade paces back and forth inside the ring with Neel and Paisley standing on the apron behind him. Limmy Monaghan makes his way onto the stage area, and shows no fear of the trio, maintaining his usual calm demeanor while walking down to the ring.)
Bella Braxton: And his opponent! Residing out of Golden Beach, Florida, weighing in at 227 pounds…HE IS THE ACE OF ELITE ANSWERS WRESTLING…LIMMY MONAGHAN!!
Rich Russillo: But while British Invasion worked well as a team at Wicked Games, tonight isn’t about that. No, tonight, it’s singles action, which has become more of Limmy’s forte as opposed to tag.
James Peters: Can Daryl beat him in that though? We’ll see. His confidence is certainly at an all time high, and Limmy DID get attacked by Xander Payne earlier.
Rich Russillo: That’s true. That very well may play a part tonight.
(The referee signals for the bell as both competitors stand in opposing corners.)
(DING! DING! DING!)
James Peters: The bell has rung, and- WHOA! LIMMY MONAGHAN SHOOTS OUT OF THE CORNER WITH A SHOTGUN DROPKICK! DARYL GOES BACK FIRST INTO THE TURNBUCKLES BEFORE COLLAPSING DOWN TO THE CANVAS! NOW, LIMMY LOOKS TO REALLY TAKE A PAGE OUT OF JAMIE’S BOOK, CLIMBING TO THE TOP ROPE! GOING FOR GENKI CANNON!
Rich Russillo: BUT DARYL HAS ENOUGH WHEREWITHAL TO AVOID IT, ROLLING OUT OF THE RING- BUT OUT THERE, HE ISNT SAFE EITHER, BECAUSE LIMMY MONAGHAN DROPS OFF THE TOP TURNBUCKLE, AND RUNS OFF THE ROPES! LIMMY MONAGHAN BUILDS MOMENTUM FOR A…
James Peters: TOPE CON HILO!!
Persephone: I had hopes this match would go fast. Looks like I’m getting my wish! :mjlit:
Rich Russillo: LIMMY MONAGHAN JUST WIPED DARYL KINKADE OUT WITH A TOPE CON HILO, AND IS FIRED UP EARLY ON! BUT QUICKLY COOLS DOWN ONCE HE NOTICES HALSEY NEEL AND PANDORA PAISLEY RINGSIDE, NEEDING TO BE WARY OF THEIR PRESENCE!
James Peters: Limmy Monaghan pulls Kinkade back to his feet, and sends him BACK FIRST into a corner of the barricade! Kinkade is wincing in pain, and Monaghan goes after him- however, Daryl staggers to the ring, and rolls back inside.
Rich Russillo: Monaghan climbs up on the apron as Daryl rises back to his feet, and swings wildly with a RIGHT HAND! BUT LIMMY AVOIDS IT, THRUSTING HIS SHOULDER INTO DARYL’S ABDOMEN! KINKADE IS DOUBLED OVER, AND LIMMY SLINGSHOTS OVER THE TOP ROPE! LIMMY FRONT ROLLS OVER DARYL’S BACK, AND ONTO HIS FEET, THEN CHARGES TOWARD THE ROPES!
James Peters: LIMMY COMES REBOUNDING BACK, AND DARYL TRIES TO TAKE HIM DOWN WITH A CLOTHESLINE! BUT LIMMY DUCKS UNDERNEATH, AND REBOUNDS OFF THE ROPES FOR A SECOND TIME!
Rich Russillo: DARYL TRIES FOR A BACK ELBOW THIS TIME AROUND- BUT LIMMY STILL DUCKS UNDERNEATH, AND CONTINUES BUILDING MOMENTUM! RUNNING OFF THE ROPES FOR A THIRD TIME, AND FLOORING DARYL WITH A SLINGBLADE!
Persephone: :mjlol: Daryl’s barely gotten a lick of offense in!
James Peters: That’s cause Limmy Monaghan has come out the gate strong. He’s been overwhelming Daryl Kinkade early on, and if keeps it up, then this match might be blink and you miss it.
Rich Russillo: Panic starts to wash over both Halsey Neel and Pandora Paisley on the outside, who didn’t expect this kinda fight from Limmy so early on as well.
James Peters: Daryl favors the back of his head while returning to a vertical base, and Limmy closes in to stand him up. Monaghan connects with a RIGHT HAND! Daryl staggers back against the ropes slightly, but fires back with a FOREARM STRIKE!
Rich Russillo: LIMMY GRITS THROUGH IT, AND LANDS ANOTHER RIGHT HAND TO THE SKULL OF KINKADE! NOW, LIMMY IRISH WHIPS HIM OFF- AND DARYL KINKADE REVERSES, SENDING MONAGHAN TO THE ROPES INSTEAD!
James Peters: DARYL DUCKS DOWN, PERHAPS SIGNALING EARLY FOR A BACK BODY DROP- BUT LIMMY HALTS HIS MOMENTUM EARLY, AND STARTS HOOKING BOTH ARMS FOR AN OUTER HEAVEN! DOUBLE UNDERHOOK FACEBUSTER-
Rich Russillo: NO! DARYL KINKADE COUNTERS WITH A MODIFIED NORTHERN LIGHTS SUPLEX! BOTH ARMS STILL HOOKED, BUT DARYL HAS A BEAUTIFUL BRIDGE FOR THE COVER!
ONNNNNNNNNEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!
TWWWWWWWWOOOOOOOOOOOO!!
James Peters: LIMMY! LIMMY MONAGHAN STARTS TO BRIDGE UP OFF THE MAT, AND SPINS DARYL BACK AROUND INTO POSITION FOR AN OUTER HEAVEN! BOTH ARMS STILL HOOKED!
Rich Russillo: NOT ANYMORE AS DARYL KINKADE SPINS OUT OF IT, AND KICKS LIMMY MONAGHAN SQUARE IN THE GUT! NOW, DARYL PULLS HIM IN FOR A FRONT FLIP DDT! MONKĒ FLIP JUST SPIKED MONAGHAN ON HIS HEAD!
James Peters: BIT OF A MODIFIED VERSION AS DARYL SWEEPED THE LEG LIKE AN STO FOR MOMENTUM!
Persephone: Way to blow a lead.
Rich Russillo: Just like that, Daryl Kinkade has shifted the momentum back into his favor, and shoots the half on Limmy! Rolling him over for a cover!
ONNNNNNNNNNEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!
TWWWWWWWWWOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!
THH-
James Peters: KICKOUT!
Rich Russillo: Limmy Monaghan manages to kickout, and rises to all fours, trying to figure out where he is at this moment in time. That Front Flip DDT has certainly knocked him loopy!
James Peters: Daryl Kinkade came into this match confidence, and quickly got that grin knocked off his face with a shotgun dropkick. However, slowly… it’s creeping back. Same goes for Halsey Neel and Pandora Paisley on the outside!
Rich Russillo: Daryl stalks Limmy before lifting him back to a vertical base. Kinkade leans Monaghan up against the ropes, and gestures for the audience to shush. This can’t be good…
James Peters: WOW! DARYL JUST STRUCK LIMMY WITH A KNIFE EDGE CHOP ACROSS THE CHEST, AND IT ECHOED THROUGH THE ARENA LIKE A SHOTGUN BLAST!
Rich Russillo: I said it couldn’t be good.
James Peters: You were right, and Limmy Monaghan is reeling off that shot as he staggers into the corner. Daryl Kinkade’s in hot pursuit, staying close, and… CONNECTS WITH ANOTHER KNIFE EDGE CHOP TO THE CHEST IN THAT CORNER!
Rich Russillo: Limmy pushes past Daryl, and comes stumbling out of that corner before collapsing down to a knee. Daryl approaches Monaghan, and grabs a handful of hair, showing an absolute lack of respect while lifting Limmy back to a vertical base.
James Peters: AND ANOTHER KNIFE EDGE CHOP TO THE CHEST DROPS LIMMY! THEN DARYL HOOKS THE LEG FOR A COVER! WASTING NO TIME!
ONNNNNNNNNNNEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!
TWWWWWWWWWOOOOOOOOOOOO!!
Persephone: Unfortunately, a kickout.
Rich Russillo: Limmy still has fight left within him. That, you’d have to expect, given his accomplishments here in Elite Answers Wrestling. If you ask me, he’s a future Hall of Famer.
James Peters: I agree, but turning back to the present… Limmy Monaghan sits up after that kickout, and barely can catch his breath as Daryl stays on him with a KNEE to the spinal column! Daryl has driven that knee between Monaghan’s shoulder blades, and digs two fingers into his nostrils, pulling back on Limmy’s head, which the referee quickly admonishes him for!
Rich Russillo: Daryl relents, and pulls Limmy back to his feet for a suplex! BUT CAN ONLY GET HIM UP SLIGHTLY BEFORE LIMMY STARTS FIGHTING BACK! BLOCKING THE SUPLEX ATTEMPT!
James Peters: NOW, LIMMY TRIES SHIFTING THE MOMENTUM! HOISTING DARYL UP INSTEAD- BUT DARYL BLOCKS THE SUPLEX ATTEMPT HIMSELF! AND LIFTS LIMMY UP BEFORE DROPPING HIM GUT FIRST ACROSS THE TOP ROPE!
Rich Russillo: Limmy clutches his midsection in pain, and no doubt got the wind knocked out of him. But Daryl Kinkade stalks Monaghan, plotting his next move as Limmy sits up off the canvas. DARYL RUNS OFF THE ROPES IN FRONT OF HIM, AND CATCHES LIMMY WITH A PENALTY KICK TO THE CHEST!
James Peters: BUT DOESNT STOP THERE, LOOKING TO FOLLOW IT UP WITH A STANDING MOONSAULT! BUT LIMMY ROLLS OUT OF THE WAY JUST IN TIME- WAIT! DARYL KINKADE’S AGILITY IS ON FULL DISPLAY AS HE LANDS ON HIS FEET, AND HITS A RUNNING SHOOTING STAR PRESS ON MONAGHAN!
Rich Russillo: DARYL HOOKS THE LEG DEEP FOR A COVER! HE MIGHT HAVE HIM HERE!
Persephone: I hope so!
ONNNNNNNNNEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!
TWWWWWWWWOOOOOOOOOOOO!!
James Peters: LIMMY MONAGHAN GETS THE SHOULDER UP!
Rich Russillo: Daryl Kinkade rises to both knees, showing signs of frustration as he pounds the mat briefly. Meanwhile, Limmy is gasping for air, struggling to breathe. There’s an old saying: if you can’t breathe, you can’t fight. Let’s hope Daryl merely knocked the wind out of Limmy, and didn’t break a rib instead.
Persephone: If so, the referee needs to stop this match right now!
James Peters: Wow. Since when are you so concerned for the well-being of others?
Persephone: I’m not. But if it ends this match quicker, then I’m all for it.
James Peters: Cmon, Persephone. It hasn’t been that bad. These two are “hooping” as most say.
Persephone: Yeah, well, never say that again yourself. Ugh.
James Peters: :kyrie:
Rich Russillo: You can see from the expression, Limmy’s starting to fire up, but Daryl’s gonna look to halt that momentum before it can even get started. Daryl stands Monaghan up, and snapmares him down to the canvas for a KNIFE EDGE CHOP TO THE BACK OF HIS SEATED OPPONENT!
James Peters: Agony is etched across Monaghan’s face before being placed in a rear chinlock by his opponent! Rear chinlock from Daryl Kinkade!
Persephone: Limmy Monaghan isn’t the only one getting tired…
Rich Russillo: Daryl grounds Limmy in that rear chinlock, tightening the hold over him as the crowd starts to rally behind “The Ace.” Meanwhile, Pandora and Halsey on the outside are taunting the fans in attendance, supremely confident as Daryl Kinkade has the upper hand.
James Peters: But maybe they should be worried, because Limmy Monaghan is fueling off that energy from the fans, and powering back to his feet. Limmy Monaghan catches Daryl with a shot to the rib cage! Followed up by another! Daryl’s grip has loosened- AND LIMMY EXPLODES WITH A FOREARM STRIKE!
Rich Russillo: LIMMY TRIES TO MOUNT MOMENTUM, BUT AGAIN, DARYL CUTS HIM OFF! DELIVERING A KNEE TO THE ABDOMEN OF MONAGHAN! DARYL CLUBS LIMMY ACROSS THE BACK! DROPPING HIM DOWN TO A KNEE! DARYL GOES TO RUN OFF THE ROPES!
James Peters: BUT LIMMY GRABS DARYL BY THE BAND OF HIS TIGHTS, AND- NO! DARYL SWATS LIMMY’S HAND AWAY, AND SCORES WITH A BACK ELBOW STRIKE!
Persephone: :comeagain: Did his tooth fly out?
Rich Russillo: POSSIBLY! LIMMY IS ON WOBBLY LEGS FOLLOWING THAT ELBOW BEFORE DROPPING DOWN TO A KNEE ONCE MORE! DARYL RUNS OFF THE ROPES AGAIN- BUT LIMMY EXPLODES WITH A CLOTHESLINE! TURNING DARYL INSIDE OUT!
James Peters: LIMMY HAS A LOOK OF INTENSITY IN HIS EYES! NONE LIKE WEVE SEEN THROUGHOUT THIS MATCH-UP! MEANWHILE, DARYL GROGGILY RISES BACK TO HIS FEET, AND WANDERS INTO A FOLDING POWERBOMB!
Rich Russillo: BUT LIMMY DOESNT HOLD IT FOR A COVER, AND ROLLS DARYL THROUGH TO BOTH KNEES! LIMMY REBOUNDS OFF THE ROPES, AND BLASTS HIM WITH A DEVASTATING KNEE STRIKE! DIABLE JAMBLE!
James Peters: BUT BEFORE LIMMY COULD GO FOR A COVER, BOTH PANDORA AND HALSEY HELP ROLL DARYL OUT TO THE APRON! DARYL STARTS PULLING HIMSELF UP WITH ASSISTANCE FROM THE ROPES, AND WHILE ANNOYED, LIMMY TRIES TO KEEP PUSHING FORWARD WITH A TRIANGLE-
Rich Russillo: CAUGHT! DARYL KINKADE CAUGHT LIMMY OUT OF MID AIR WITH A HOTSHOT, DROPPING HIM THROAT FIRST ACROSS THE TOP ROPE!
James Peters: LIMMY STAGGERS AWAY SLIGHTLY, DROPPING TO A KNEE! MONAGHAN’S GASPING FOR A AIR, TRYING TO CATCH HIS BREATHE! AS DARYL’S DOING THE SAME THING ON THE OUTSIDE, LEANING FORWARD ON THE APRON, AND CATCHING A BREATHER!
Rich Russillo: BUT LIMMY GRITS THROUGH THE PAIN HE IS CURRENTLY, AND MARCHES TOWARD THE ROPES, REACHING OVER THE TOP TO GRAB HOLD OF DARYL!
James Peters: BUT DARYL HAS HIM SCOUTED, AND GRABS LIMMY BY THE ANKLE, DRAGGING HIM OUT UNDERNEATH THE BOTTOM ROPE!
Rich Russillo: DARYL GOES FOR A RIGHT HAND- BUT MONAGHAN SEES IT COMING, AND BLOCKS IT! CONNECTING WITH A RIGHT HAND OF HIS OWN!
James Peters: DARYL STAGGERS SLIGHTLY, AND LEANS UP AGAINST THE RINGPOST! LIMMY SPINS AROUND, THREATENING HALSEY WITH RIGHT HAND AS HE FELT HER CLOSING IN! NEEL BACKS OFF, AND LIMMY RETURNS HIS ATTENTION TO DARYL WITH A KNIFE EDGE CHOP!
Rich Russillo: CMON! PANDORA PULLED DARYL OUT OF THE WAY LAST MINUTE, AND LIMMY’S HAND COLLIDED WITH THE RINGPOST!
(Daryl processes what just happened as Limmy favors his hand, and flashes Pandora a smirk before following up.)
James Peters: DARYL GRABS THAT HAND OF LIMMY, AND SENDS IT INTO THE RINGPOST AGAIN! THEN AGAIN!
Rich Russillo: LIMMY MONAGHAN IS IN TROUBLE AS DARYL ROLLS HIM BACK INSIDE THE RING!
Persephone: Seriously, why hasn’t the ref just ejected these two bozos already?
James Peters: He’s threatened him a few times. If they keep this up, then he will!
Rich Russillo: For now, the damage is done! Limmy’s hand must be in pain after colliding multiple times with that ringpost, and now, he may struggle with even the most basic things like throwing punches, or clasping hands for the Outer Heaven.
James Peters: Daryl Kinkade rolls back inside the ring as Limmy has risen to a knee, trying to get some feeling back in that hand. Kinkade closes in like a shark that smells blood in the water- BUT LIMMY! LIMMY SCOOPS HIM UP IN A FIREMAN’S CARRY, AND DRIVES HIM INTO THE CORNER WITH EXCALIBUR!
Rich Russillo: RUNNING DEATH VALLEY DRIVER INTO THE CORNER, AND LIMMY ROLLS DARYL TO THE CENTER! CRAWLING FOR THE COVER, AND HOOKING THE LEG!
ONNNNNNNNEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!
TWWWWWWWWOOOOOOOOOOO!!
THHHHHHHHRRRRRRREEEEEE-
James Peters: DARYL POPS THE SHOULDER UP! STAYING IN THIS THING!
Rich Russillo: And if he’s frustrated, Limmy barely shows it before climbing to the top rope. Limmy’s perched, and waiting for Daryl Kinkade to rise back to his feet-
James Peters: WHAT THE- PANDORA PAISLEY JUST HOPPED UP ON THE APRON! AND IS DRAWING MONAGHAN’S ATTENTION, ALONG WITH THE REF’S!
Rich Russillo: BUT WITH THEIR ATTENTION DISTRACTED, HALSEY CLIMBS UP ON THE APRON, AND GRABS LIMMY’S ANKLES, CROTCHING HIM ON THE TOP TURNBUCKLE!
James Peters: BUT THE REFEREE SAW IT AT THE TAIL END! CATCHING A GLIMMER!
Rich Russillo: YOU KNOW WHAT THIS MEANS!
James Peters: PANDORA AND HALSEY AREEEEEE… OUTTA HERE!
(The referee ejects both Pandora and Halsey to the back, much to their protest. Meanwhile, despite his chagrin, Daryl notices that Limmy’s still crotched on the top turnbuckle, and climbs to the middle rope!)
Persephone: Those two are gone, so I guess this match has become a little more tolerable. Granted, it barely was prior.
James Peters: Daryl Kinkade has climbed to the middle rope, attempting to take advantage of his team’s handiwork with a superplex!
Rich Russillo: LIMMY STARTS TO FIGHT OUT OF THIS PREDICAMENT WITH SHOTS TO THE RIB CAGE, AND IS ABLE TO FREE HIMSELF OF DARYL’S CLUTCHES!! BUT DOES SHAKE OFF THAT HAND, HAVING USED THE SAME ONE WHICH GOT RAMMED INTO THAT RINGPOST REPEATEDLY!
James Peters: MONAGHAN SWITCHES STRATEGY, AND KNOCKS DARYL OFF THE MIDDLE ROPE WITH A COUPLE OF HEADBUTTS! DARYL HITS HARD, AND LIES SPRAWLED ON THE CANVAS AS LIMMY PERCHES HIMSELF ONCE AGAIN!
Rich Russillo: BUT DARYL KINKADE POPS BACK TO HIS FEET, RUSHING TOWARD LIMMY IN HOPES OF CROTCHING HIM ON THAT TOP TURNBUCKLE AGAIN! BUT LIMMY AVOIDS IT, LEAPING OVER DARYL, AND ROLLING THROUGH TO HIS FEET!
James Peters: LIMMY CHARGES TOWARD KINKADE- BUT RUNS RIGHT INTO A SUPERKICK! DARYL DROPS INTO THE COVER!
ONNNNNNNNEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!
TWWWWWWWOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!
THHHHHHHHH-
Rich Russillo: LIMMY LIFTS THE SHOULDER UP- BUT ITS IMMEDIATELY TRANSITIONED INTO A CROSSFACE! “SHUT UP, BRUV” IS LOCKED IN!
James Peters: DARYL HAS THE INJURED ARM/HAND TRAPPED IN THAT CROSSFACE, AND LIMMY RAISES HIS FREE HAND! CONTEMPLATING A TAP OUT!
Persephone: CMON, TAP!
Rich Russillo: NO, ITS NOT THAT EASY! LIMMY CHANGES HIS MIND LAST MINUTE, AND OPTS TO GRIT THROUGH THE PAIN!
James Peters: LIMMY IS INCHING HIS WAY TOWARD THE ROPES! SCRATCHING AND CLAWING…
Rich Russillo: AND GETS HIS FOOT ON THE BOTTOM ROPE TO BREAK IT! BUT DARYL ISNT KEEN ON LETTING GO! REF GIVES HIM AN ULTIMATUM WITH THE FIVE COUNT!
Referee: ONE! TWO! THREE!
James Peters: REFEREE PRIES DARYL KINKADE OFF THE SUBMISSION, AND KINKADE PUSHES PAST HIM! DARYL PULLS LIMMY UP, AND PROPS HIM IN THE CORNER!
Rich Russillo: Limmy can barely stand, and Kinkade knows that. Daryl is casually walking to the opposite side of the ring… AND RUSHES IN FOR A EUROPEAN UPPERCUT! JACKING HIS OPPONENT’S JAW IN THE CORNER!
James Peters: DARYL GOES TO REBOUND OFF THE OPPOSITE CORNER AGAIN- BUT LIMMY CHASES AFTER HIM, AND RETURNS THE FAVOR WITH A RUNNING EUROPEAN UPPERCUT OF HIS OWN AFTER DARYL SPUN AROUND IN THE CORNER!
Rich Russillo: LIMMY RUNS TO THE OPPOSITE CORNER NOW, BUT KINKADE CHASES AFTER HIM THIS TIME- HOWEVER, LIMMY EXPECTED IT AS HE TURNED AROUND, AND SENT DARYL UP AND OVER HIS SHOULDER TO THE OUTSIDE-
James Peters: NO! DARYL KINKADE CAUGHT HIMSELF ON THE APRON, AND LIMMY WENT FOR A RIGHT HAND, BUT GOT STUNNED WITH A ROPE-ASSISTED ENZIGURI!
Rich Russillo: LIMMY IS DAZED, AND DARYL HOOKS HIM UP! GOING FOR A SUPLEX OVER THE TOP ROPE, AND TO THE OUTSIDE!
Persephone: Okay, now I’m a little interested.
James Peters: DARYL HOISTS LIMMY UP, BUT LIMMY LANDS ON HIS FEET ON THE APRON, AND DELIVERS A KICK TO THE GUT OF DARYL! PROCEEDING TO SPIKE HIM WITH A HEADLOCK DRIVER ON THE APRON!
Rich Russillo: Limmy staggers around briefly before trying to pull Daryl back to his feet. But Daryl might be out following that headlock driver! Limmy has to get 225 pounds of dead weight back inside the ring!
James Peters: He’s struggling to get him up, but needs to be wary of the referee’s count!
Referee: FOUR! FIVE! SIX! SEVEN!
Rich Russillo: Finally, Limmy muscles Daryl back to his feet, and rolls him inside the ring, but needs to get in there himself! Now, isn’t the time to be taking a breather!
Referee: EIGHT! NINE!
James Peters: Limmy beats the count! Limmy rolls back inside the ring as Daryl makes it to a knee! Limmy approaches, and blasts Daryl in the face with a right hand! Daryl staggers back against the ropes before FIRING BACK WITH A RIGHT HAND AS WELL!
Rich Russillo: LIMMY RESPONDS WITH A RIGHT HAND! DARYL DOES THE SAME! LIMMY! DARYL! LIMMY! DARYL! ITS BROKEN OUT INTO A FULL BLOWN HOCKEY FIGHT! BOTH MEN EXCHANGING BLOWS!
James Peters: BUT LIMMY GETS THE BETTER OF THE EXCHANGE, ALTERNATING BETWEEN LEFTS AND RIGHTS! BACKING DARYL UP AGAINST THE ROPES AS HE TRIES TO COVER UP!
Rich Russillo: BUT THE REFEREE! THE REFEREE GETS INVOLVED, DRAGGING LIMMY AWAY FROM DARYL- WHO TAKES ADVANTAGE WITH A EYE POKE! EYE POKE FROM KINKADE WHILE LIMMY WAS BEING RESTRAINED!
James Peters: LIMMY STAGGERS BACK TO THE CENTER, TRYING TO REGAIN HIS VISION! BUT DARYL PUSHES PAST THE REFEREE, LOOKING TO END THIS WITH A BEAUTIFUL LIE!
Rich Russillo: CROSS-LEGGED FISHERMAN BUSTER!!!
James Peters: LIMMY FLOATS OVER! LIMMY FLOATS OVER, AND SHOVES DARYL TOWARD THE ROPES! …DIABLE JAMBE!
Persephone: :roman:
Rich Russillo: LIMMY CAUGHT DARYL WITH A BICYCLE KNEE STRIKE AS HE WAS REBOUNDING OFF THE ROPES! SQUARE ON THE SIDE OF HIS JAW! AND LIMMY ROLLS DARYL THROUGH TO A KNEE!
James Peters: LIMMY MOVES INTO THE CORNER, AND UNSHEATHES HIS ELBOW PAD! YOU KNOW WHAT THIS MEANS…
Rich Russillo: DIVINE DEPARTURE!
James Peters: THAT MOVE DAMN NEAR TOOK DARYL’S HEAD OFF, AND LIMMY HOOKS THE LEG FOR A COVER!
ONNNNNNNNNNEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!
TWWWWWWWWOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!
THHHHHHHHHHRRRRRRRREEEEEEEEEEEE!!
(DING! DING! DING!)
Bella Braxton: HERES YOUR WINNER… LIMMY MONAGHAN!
(‘Number One’ by Shirō Sagisu & Hazel Fernandes plays to a loud reaction from fans as Limmy releases the cover on Daryl, and rises to both knees. Limmy catches his breath after such a competitive match, and the referee helps him up by the arm, so he can raise it in victory.)
James Peters: What a match!
Persephone: Eh, it was alright.
James Peters: More than alright! These two went back and forth! It was hard hitting, and at times, close with Monaghan having almost lost a couple times there.
Rich Russillo: Especially towards the end. That eye poke almost sealed the deal, but Limmy was just too resilient, and still had fight within him.
James Peters: I imagine that neither Pandora Paisley or Halsey Neel are happy right now.
Rich Russillo: And Daryl won’t be either, that is once he wakes up.
(Limmy leans on the ropes, favoring his injuries suffered throughout the match before rolling out of the ring, and backpedaling slowly up the ramp as the camera fades elsewhere.)
(The camera cuts backstage where Sofia Clarke is seen standing with a microphone in hand, smiling before she addresses the crowd.)
Sofia Clarke: Wicked Games will be a night to remember as Jake Smith retained his title against Adam Lucas through… unconventional means. That night, a new number one contender was crowned for BRAE’s New Breed Championship as well. Things got ugly between KASAI and Milli Banks, who wound up TUMBLING off the skybox. But the reason I’m here is to discuss a particular match at Wicked Games, one involving my next guests, who I’m about to introduce, so with that said… Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome my guests at this time… Tyrone Montgomery… and EAW’s Crown Jewel herself… Diamond Dixon.
(The crowd pops as Diamond Dixon enters the frame, being flanked by Tyrone Montgomery. The two are in high spirits following Wicked Games, and seen chatting amongst each other briefly before turning their attention fully over to Clarke, who speaks up again once the crowd dies down slightly.)
Sofia Clarke: Diamond, first things first… congrats on your victory over Harper Lee at Wicked Games.
(Diamond flicks her hair with a smile at being reminded, oozing a little more confidence than usual.)
Diamond Dixon: Why, thank you. I’ve gotten that a lot this week.
(Sofia nods before gently segwaying to his next part, nervous that things could turn sideways pretty fast.)
Sofia Clarke: But… you have to admit. There is some controversy surrounding that victory, because mid match, it appeared Harper Lee had you beat, that is before her opponent for The Last Stand, Donovan Duke, had slid in the ring, and cracked her in the skull with his Cash in the Vault briefcase. From there, Lee was out cold, and you draped your arm over her for the win.
(After hearing this, both Diamond and Tyrone’s attitudes became slightly more serious, being reminded that the victory was tainted. Diamond Dixon glances at Montgomery, looking to decide who’ll tackle this question, but Tyrone gestures that the floor is hers, and Diamond addresses Sofia.)
Diamond Dixon: Sofia… I’ve also heard that a lot. You’re right. My win at Wicked Games is being considered “tainted” by some.
(Suddenly, Tyrone Montgomery chimes in.)
Tyrone Montgomery: And it’s a shame, because Diamond’s win should be recognized as the impressive feat it is. Because since stepping foot on the Voltage brand, Diamond Dixon has made an impact. Impressive isn’t word, because she’s been more than impressive. She’s been outstanding! She’s been proving herself as a generational talent, one that everyone should have an eye on.
(Diamond Dixon nods along, agreeing with Tyrone’s sentiments.)
Tyrone Montgomery: But to address those people who are calling her victory “tainted” or “unearned,” I have one question: what was Diamond supposed to do? It’s not like she called upon Donovan to take Harper Lee, nor did she want him too, but the bottom line is: it happened. As you stated, Sofia, Donovan slid into the ring, and cracked Lee in the skull with his briefcase. From there, an opportunity presented itself, and I merely took advantage of it.
Tyrone Montgomery: But let’s not act like Harper was any better, and didn’t bend some rules herself. Earlier in the match, she tried getting herself disqualified, and I had to rip the steel chair out of her reach, so that didn’t happen, and when the referee got knocked down? Harper was no better. She tried taking advantage as well, and raked Diamond’s eye. If you ask me, she got a taste of her own medicine.
(Tyrone gives the floor back to Diamond, who has something more to add herself.)
Diamond Dixon: At Wicked Games, I beat Harper Lee, whether Donovan showed up or not, I’d still have beaten Harper Lee. Just like I’ve beaten Bea Valentine, Aria Lestrade, and her former tag team partner, Holly Arrow. However, speaking of Donovan Duke… really, this is a message to the roster as a whole.
(Diamond stares into the camera when she says this, addressing members of the roster directly.)
Diamond Dixon: Man, I’m sick of yall getting involved in my business. Because if it isn’t Donovan Duke interfering, and costing me a clean win over Harper… it’s Harper herself interfering, and costing me the Tag Team Turmoil Tournament. Sofia, I have a question for you.
(Sofia nods, ready to answer.)
Diamond Dixon: Are you aware that, at Wicked Games, instead of defeating another former Champion, I could’ve been beating two current champions? Instead of Methuselah’s horny ass fumbling the bag for his partner, I could’ve defeated The Jaded Hearts for those Unified Tag Team Championships. Of course, the only downside would’ve been teaming with Caroline, because… yeah. Have you seen her? The bitch is creepy, and we don’t exactly see eye to eye on things, but she can carry her weight, which is what matters.
(Diamond catches herself going on a tangent, and shakes her head, putting it to a stop.)
Diamond Dixon: But anyways… so far, I’ve been screwed out of an opportunity, and eventually, winning the Unified Tag Team Titles. At Wicked Games, I got screwed out of a clean victory by someone who had no business being there. He could’ve… I don’t know, waited a week to get his hands on Harper. Not interfere during what was supposed to be my time. But like I said, this next message isn’t solely aimed at Donovan Duke. No, it’s aimed at the entire roster, and anyone else who gets the bright idea to involve themselves in my business, because I promise it won’t end well for you.
Diamond Dixon: Though, I’m a bright girl, Sofia, and I understand the culture around this place. You say one thing, and naturally, someone is tempted to do the opposite for whatever reason. So, I bet there’ll be another fool to try me, and I dare them, because I’ll make an example out of that person.
Sofia Clarke: Strong words from Ms. Diamond Dixon… but I’m brought to my next and final question. Because you’re riding a wave of momentum right now. You’ve beaten multiple former Champions, and have constantly proved any doubters wrong, but the whole world is wondering right now… who’s next? You got to the point at Wicked Games by calling out anyone from Voltage, Showdown, and Dynasty to face you, particularly Harper Lee, who answered the call. But is there anyone you’re looking to face now?
(Diamond looks to Tyrone, and the duo think amongst themselves before Diamond Dixon speaks up.)
Diamond Dixon: That is a great question, and-
(Suddenly, Diamond’s cut off as the lights have begun flickering on and off. Dixon, Montgomery, and Sofia all look around, questioning what the hell is happening before everything quickly goes back to normal. Everyone is a little weirded out, but Diamond decides to shrug it off, and continue forward with her promo, believing it might have been a little power issue going on in the arena.)
Diamond Dixon: As I was saying-
(Again, Diamond Dixon’s cut off. This time, with an ominously soft laughter heard in the background, which only lasts briefly before everything returns back to normal. Diamond Dixon’s weirded out at first, but that expression quickly turns to a mix of anger and annoyance. Meanwhile, Tyrone’s more pragmatic, frantically looking around for anyone or anything.)
Tyrone Montgomery: I’ve seen too many horror movies. It’s probably best we get outta here!
(The crowd can be heard laughing in the background at Montgomery, who is ready to bounce, but Diamond doesn’t share that same attitude, and puts her hand up, gesturing for him to calm down.)
Diamond Dixon: Not until I’m done.
(Tyrone reluctantly decides to stay put, but remains vigilant. Sofia is a bit creeped out as well, but stays put, knowing Diamond Dixon still has more to say.)
Diamond Dixon: See, that’s twice. Twice, my interview has been interrupted. So, now, I know I’m not trippin’. Sofia, I hope that someone isn’t trying to mess with me, because it’ll take a lot more than some flickering lights, and laughing to strike fear. I’m Diamond Dixon, and I fear no one. So, that was your first mistake, but messing with me will be your last. Sofia, you asked a good question prior. “Who’s next?” Well, we might have just gotten our answer.
Diamond Dixon: Because whoever that was, I will find you, and it won’t be pretty. Let’s go, Tyrone.
(Diamond taps Tyrone, letting him know they’re leaving, and Tyrone trails behind Diamond Dixon, who goes hunting to find who was possibly behind those weird series of events. Sofia politely waves the two off, and positions herself in the center of the frame.)
Sofia Clarke: So, there you have it. Some weird things are going on backstage, and with that said, it’s probably best I get out of here. 😅
(Sofia Clarke nervously looks around before quickly leaving the scene, understandably freaked out by everything that has transpired, and the camera fades elsewhere.)
(Promotional ad for Road to Redemption.)
(The camera fades to a separate location backstage, opening to a room where Halsey Neel and Pandora Paisley of the British Invasion are seen. The fans immediately begin to boo seeing the two following Wicked Games, but Halsey and Pandora both have confident looks on their faces following the victory over Xander Payne, Cameron Ella Ava and Limmy Monaghan. They are staring at the camera, and after a few seconds, Halsey begins to speak.)
Halsey Neel: We told you all what was going to happen at Wicked Games, and you chose not to listen. For some reason you believed that a team with Xander Payne of all people on it was ever going to succeed against the most dangerous unit EAW has to offer, and that is exactly the problem with this place. You refuse to listen to everything we’ve told you for the last few months, only for things to turn out exactly how we expected. Now we returned to Voltage with another marquee victory, this time over three former World Champions, and I don’t think I should have to explain what’s next for us. This has been a long time coming ever since what we had to deal with leading up to Pain for Pride, and as far as I’m concerned, there’s nothing that can get in our way now. With that being said, here’s what’s next for us. The Unified Tag Team Championships.
(The fans begin to boo hearing this from Halsey, but soon after she is done talking, Pandora begins to speak.)
Pandora Paisley: We are done waiting our turn. We should’ve gotten our shot a long time ago back when this season started, but we kept missing out because of things that are completely out of our control. First Michael S. Connor and his friends had to get in the way, all for only one of them to actually last. Then Captain Charisma went out of his way to separate us in the Tag Team Turmoil tournament, and while we still made the most of this as Daryl and I were on the verge of winning the tournament, Xander Payne, Cameron Ella Ava and Limmy Monaghan went out of their way to cost us. After this, we took out three more people who got in our way. We’ve done everything that was asked of us. We’ve taken out everyone in our path. We already deserved our shot at the Unified Tag Team Championships a long time ago, but now there’s nobody left in our path. Now all that’s left is for the Jaded Hearts to do what’s right, and accept our challenge for a match at Road to Redemption.
Halsey Neel: There’s no excuse for them this time, either. They’ve already beaten everyone else. Saori and Usagi lost. Fire and Ice lost. Michael Machina and Methuselah lost. Neither Elysium nor TLA and Charlie could take the Championships from them in that Temple of Trials match. The entire division has been beaten by the Jaded Hearts, but Pandora and I haven’t forgotten about how our last matches for the Unified Tag Team Championships went. We didn’t forget about the fact that we were cost the titles against NICHOLISM, who ended up being taken down at back to back events by the Jaded Hearts. We could’ve defeated the Jaded Hearts at Pain for Pride and had those two not been in the match I’m sure we would’ve, but I’m more than willing to leave that in the past as long as we get what we rightfully deserve. It doesn’t matter what the Jaded Hearts may have been planning for Road to Redemption, or if anyone else for some reason believed this was their time to get a Championship match. This is our match. We’ve waited long enough, and we’re not going to keep hanging around when we should be Champions.
Pandora Paisley: The Jaded Hearts know just as well as we do that we have unfinished business, and what better time is there to finish this than Road to Redemption? We’ve already taken out the overconfident newcomers. We’ve already taken out the former World Champions. Who else do we need to take out before Captain Charisma, Eden Sinclair, the Jaded Hearts and everyone else around here realize that the only people who should be fighting for those Championships are the people standing right here. We are tired of wasting our time on people who only want to derail our season. We made it clear what our mission was from the very start of the season, and since then more and more people have been trying to get in the way. That’s not happening this time, because we’re not taking no for an answer. The Jaded Hearts can say whatever they want about their reign as Champions and their spot in this division, but they won’t be making it to the end of this year with those titles. Their reign will end at Road to Redemption, and the British Invasion will be the team that ends it.
(There’s a serious look on Pandora’s face as she says this, and of course, the boos only continue for the two members of the British Invasion.)
Halsey Neel: Trust me, we know how the Jaded Hearts work.
Pandora Paisley: We already heard them run their mouths enough earlier in the year.
Halsey Neel: Our words will reach them soon enough, and if they’re smart, they’re going to give us an answer next week as to whether or not they’ll be facing us at Road to Redemption. I don’t expect them to give us any of the respect we deserve, even after our victories for the last few months. They’ve never been the type to think highly of their competition, but all we need from them is one word. We just need an answer, and once we’ve received that answer, our actions at Road to Redemption will do all of the talking for us. We’ve been waiting far too long to have our fair shot at those titles. A shot that won’t be ruined by anyone else. This is the season that the British Invasion is finally covered in gold, and Road to Redemption is where that starts. Next week we will be seeing the Jaded Hearts, and they’ll be giving us our answer.
Pandora Paisley: And I hope they understand that they only have one option here. They won’t be brushing us off or ignoring our challenge, because if they don’t give us our Championship match we’re going to make sure they regret it very quickly. We’ve wasted our time for long enough, and we’re done playing games now. Halsey and I have waited long enough to win our first Championships in EAW, so we’re not giving the Jaded Hearts a choice here. We’re not asking the Jaded Hearts to show up to Voltage and accept our challenge next week. We’re demanding it, and failing to meet those demands won’t end well for them. They’ve held those Championships for long enough. It’s about time someone puts an end to this, and obviously there’s no other team in the division that has what it takes to do it. This match is for the British Invasion and us alone. Kassidy, Sienna, time is ticking. Your Championship reign will be ending very soon, and it’s up to you to decide whether or not you want to make this easier for yourselves.
Halsey Neel: No matter what you decide to do, this is going to end with Pandora and I raising the Unified Tag Team Championships and carrying them into the new year. It was always going to happen eventually, and unlike in the past, there’s nothing preventing us from taking those titles. Those Championships are what we’ve deserved for a very long time now, and at Road to Redemption we’re done letting everyone else run around with what’s rightfully ours. Like Pandora said, you could make this easier for yourselves by accepting our challenge, or you can refuse it and make this last month of your Championship reign miserable. Just know that the British Invasion is coming for your Championships one way or another, and once this ends we will be one major step closer to fulfilling the promise we made. All three of us will be holding titles soon enough, so Kassidy, Sienna, hold those Championships as close as you can for these next few weeks. You did everything you could as Champions over these last few months, and at Road to Redemption this run of yours is finally coming to an end.
(After this, a smirk appears on the face of Pandora Paisley as she begins to speak once more.)
Pandora Paisley: You two know what the best decision here is, so I’m sure you’ll do the right thing. We will see you next week.
(The fans continue to boo, but Pandora Paisley and Halsey Neel appear to have said everything that needed to be said, as the two appear to be ready to fight for the Unified Tag Team Championships. The two begin to leave the area, and after this Voltage begins to fade away from them.)
(The camera returns to ringside.)
Bella Braxton: THE FOLLOWING CONTEST IS OUR MAIN EVENT AND IT IS SCHEDULED FOR ONE-FALL!
(‘Apostle’s Warning’ by Mobb Depp blasts throughout the arena as Michael Machina steps out onto the stage. Despite his confrontation with Methuselah earlier, he looks ready to go here. He knows exactly how valuable this opportunity is.)
Bella Braxton: INTRODUCING FIRST…FROM BROOKLYN, NEW YORK…WEIGHING IN TONIGHT AT 240 POUNDS…HE IS THE ‘THE NEW LEGEND’…MICCCHAAAEELLLLL MAAACCCHIIINNNNNAAAA!
(He walks down to the ring and leaps up onto the apron. He gets inside and turns around, staring at the ramp to his opponent. ‘360’ by Charli xcx blasts throughout the arena as Jake Smith walks out holding his Answers World Championship high. There is a big shit-eating grin on his face as the crowd boos him.)
Bella Braxton: AND HIS OPPONENT…FROM ATHERTON, CALIFORNIA…WEIGHING IN TONIGHT AT 210 POUNDS…HE IS THE EAW WORLD CHAMPION…HE IS ‘THE PROCESS’…JAAAAKKKKEEEE SMIIIITTTHHHHH!
(Jake Smith gets inside the ring and holds the title right up in front of Machina’s face. The entire time he’s talking smack. He seems supremely confident here. Machina is just looking at him like a predator looking at its prey. They back off into their corners and the ref calls for the bell.)
(DING! DING! DING!)
James Peters: There’s the bell and we are underway in our main event! The EAW World Champion Jake Smith is going one-on-one with Michael Machina! AND MACHINA COMES RIGHT OUT OF THE GATE WITH A SHORT-ARM CLOTHESLINE! He takes the champ right off his feet! Smith tries to recover but his opponent stays right on top of him! Machina lifts him up in the air, holding him in position for the suplex! BUT WAIT! He’s just holding his opponent there, showcasing some strength as he carries him around the ring! AND THEN HE SMASHES INTO THE MAT!
Rich Russillo: Quite the opening so far folks! Machina is a very aggressive opponent and Smith is learning that first-hand here! Machina brings Jake Smith back up to his feet here! He sends him into the ropes with an irish whip! OFF THE REBOUND HE TRIES FOR ANOTHER CLOTHESLINE TO TAKE JAKE’S HEAD OFF! This time however, Jake Smith ducks right under it! He gets right behind his opponent here…AND GETS HIM WITH THE DROPKICK! Machina is sent stumbling forward and he winds up in the corner! JAKE SMITH COMES FROM BEHIND WITH THE CLOTHESLINE, SMASHING MACHINA INTO THE TURNBUCKLES! He stumbles back towards the center of the ring and Smith makes his next move! LEAPING NECKBREAKER!
Persephone: Cool. Do we really have to sit through this? Or can we just…cut to whatever’s on after Voltage so I can go home?
James Peters: This is must-see television here Persephone! I mean, look at Smith apply that masterful Chin Lock! The thing about a wrecking ball like Machina is that you have to keep him still! You have to try to wear him down and cut out some of that explosive offense! Smith is trying to do just that here, tightening his arm around the neck of his opponent! BUT MACHINA GRABS THE ARMS AND BEGINS TO PRY THEM AWAY! He’s managing to get back on his feet here! HE BREAKS FREE AND LOOKS FOR THE BACK SUPLEX!
Rich Russillo: Smith of course, able to counter! He drives an elbow right back into the forehead of Machina! He then rushes to the ropes and tries to build some speed here! HE COMES RIGHT AT HIS OPPONENT WITH THE SHOULDER TACKLE! BUT MACHINA DIVES RIGHT INTO WITH HIS OWN SHOULDER! He deflects that like a bullet bouncing off the chest of Superman! You can see the expression on Jake Smith’s face here, he was certainly not expecting that! He immediately gets back up and now the two competitors are circling one another. They’re just waiting for the other to make a move!
Persephone: Jesus Christ. Is this a wrestling show or some shitty western. Instead of doing the standoff thing, someone should just pull the trigger.
James Peters: I think Smith heard you there! He goes for the clothesline on Machina but Machina ducks under it! SMITH ACTS QUICKLY AND SUPERKICKS THE BACK OF HIS OPPONENT’S LEG! Machina drops down to one knee just before Smith brings an elbow down directly on the top of his skull! Smith gets him with one more just for good measure…and then he goes to the front of Machina! HE BRINGS A KNEE UP AND STRAIGHT INTO HIS FACE! AND NOW SMITH GETS HIM WITH THE SNAP SUPLEX! He looks for the first cover of the night!
ON-
Persephone: One? ONE? You’ve got to be kidding me.
Rich Russillo: It seems like this is a completely serious situation here. Michael Machina kicks out without hesitation! Jake Smith doesn’t waste a moment here…HE ROLLS HIM OVER AND GETS HIM IN THE CROSSFACE! Look at that, he is just pulling back on the head and neck here! Machina looks to be in some level of pain but there is unmistakable intensity in his eyes! With his free arm, he begins to drag himself towards the ropes! There’s a whole lot of distance to cover here! Jake Smith just starts pulling even harder as this transpires, hoping that Machina will give in before he completes his journey to salvation!
James Peters: BUT MACHINA MAKES IT! He gets his hand on the bottom rope and gets the rope break! Jake Smith is practically pulled off his opponent by the referee here! He didn’t seem to want to let go of that all! He gives Machina a courteous three seconds before going back in for the kill! SMITH GETS HIM WITH A BIG BOOT BEFORE HE CAN EVEN GET ALL THE WAY BACK TO HIS FEET! Machina is knocked straight of the ring here! Despite that strike, he’s still somehow trying to stand up on the outside! BUT JAKE SMITH HAS HIM IN HIS SIGHTS! HE COMES FLYING OUT OF THE RING WITH THAT SUICIDE DIVE!
Persephone: OOOOOOOF! That’s rough buddy. MACHINA LEAPS UP AT THE LAST SECOND AND INTERCEPTS HIM WITH THE DROPKICK! I mean, that one nearly broke Smith’s neck. Machina just needs to throw him into the ring and cover.
Rich Russillo: But it seems like he might have other plans here! He scrapes his opponent up off the mat and gets him in position for a suplex! BUT INSTEAD HE HITS THAT X-PLEX! He sets it with perfection, making sure that Smith lands right on the ringside barricade! His spine is going to hurting after that! I gotta tell you, I would be shocked if Jake Smith was able to walk anytime in the next thirty minutes! At least look at that! Some of the members of the EAW Universe are taking selfies with the champion as he laid out over the barricade!
James Peters: Machina cuts the photo session short, finally sending the champion back inside the ring! He doesn’t look for the cover yet! Instead he drags him back up and sends him across the ring with belly-to-belly suplex! LOOK AT THE DISTANCE ON THAT! He just flung him like he weighed nothing! Smith hits the mat hard and rolls into the corner! He tries to drag himself back up…MACHINA MEETS HIM THERE WITH A BIG BOOT! He just watches as Smith collapses face-first down after that hit! Here comes the cover now from Machina!
ONE!
TWO!
Persephone: And Jake Smith gets the shoulder up. He just got hit like a truck and it’s still only a two? Sounds like Machina needs to hit just a bit harder. Oh? Is he? HE HITS A STANDING MOONSAULT ON SMITH! From there…he actually picks up his opponent! He is straight-up lifting his opponent up from the ground up into the powerslam position!
Rich Russillo: BUT AS HE GOES FOR IT…SMITH IS ABLE TO SLIP OFF HIS SHOULDER! FROM BEHIND SMITH GRABS THE WAIST OF MACHINA! HE LIFTS HIM UP FOR THE GERMAN SUPLEX! The back of Machina’s head hits the mat in a big way here! That seemed to be exactly what Smith needed to turn the tide! He now picks Machina up…GETTING HIM UP ABOVE HIS HEAD! HE RUNS TOWARDS THE CORNER AND THROWS HIS OPPONENT! TURNBUCKLE POWERBOMB!
James Peters: HE BOUNCES RIGHT OFF THOSE TURNBUCKLES AND COLLAPSES IN THE MIDDLE OF THE RING! BUT WAIT! Somehow, Machina isn’t knocked out! He is in a crawling position now, heading towards the ropes! HE TAKES A BASEMENT DROPKICK FROM SMITH INSTEAD! Smith looks for another cover here!
ONE!
TWO!
Persephone: Machina practically shoves him off him! He tries to sit back up but Smith gets him in that running headlock! He has trapped on the ground here, trying to do some more of this boring wear down stuff. Just kick in the head dude. Seriously.
Rich Russillo: He has Machina down but for how long? MACHINA JUST STARTS DELIVERING PUNCHES STRAIGHT TO THE RIBS OF HIS OPPONENT! Smith is forced to release the hold and retreat momentarily! Michael Machina takes advantage of this to make his way to a vertical base! Smith comes at him once again…LETTING A BICYCLE KICK RIP! Machina simply steps to the side of it! He turns his opponent back around AND GETS HIM WITH A PUMPHANDLE SLAM!
James Peters: FROM THERE HE TAKES HOLD OF THE LEG AND ROLLS HIS OPPONENT ON HIS FEET! He sends him into the ropes with an irish whip! Off the rebound he tries to launch him with the back body drop! BUT SMITH IS ABLE TO COUNTER! HE TRIES TO ROLL-UP HIS OPPONENT! Unfortunately for him, Machina doesn’t seem to want to go down here! And now Jake Smith is looking right up at one seriously pissed-off Moneymaker!
Persephone: Machina reaches down and grabs Smith by the ears, dragging him back up! HE THEN GETS HIM WITH ANOTHER BELLY-TO-BELLY SUPLEX! You weren’t wrong earlier Rich. He just threw him across the ring with ease. They did his wellness test, right?
Rich Russillo: Jake Smith keeps on rolling here! He manages to roll all the way out of the ring! He goes to get back up here but that wasn’t such a good idea! MICHAEL MACHINA WAS LYING IN WAIT! HE COMES CRASHING DOWN ON HIS OPPONENT WITH THE SUICIDE DIVE! He sends Smith crashing right into the announce desk! I mean, these elitists are literally fighting inches away from at this moment! But the action is already heading back inside the ring as Machina goes to send Jake Smith back in!
James Peters: BUT SMITH REVERSES IT! HE SLAMS MACHINA’S HEAD RIGHT OFF THE ANNOUNCER’S TABLE! HE NOW LIFTS UP MACHINA AND DROPS HIM RIGHT ONTO IT WITH A BACKDROP SUPLEX! Michael Machina is now laid out here in front of us, definitely in severe pain! Michael Machina is in a bit of trouble right now, as Jake Smith has managed to get the upper hand in the last few moments!
Rich Russillo: Yeah, and I think Machina has even bigger things to worry about as we speak! Look at Jake Smith, he’s climbed up onto the apron! AND HE DIVES RIGHT OFF WITH THE CLOTHESLINE TO HIS OPPONENT! That is straight out of Michael Machina’s playbook right there! Smith throws him back inside the ring and makes his way up onto the top turnbuckle! He’s just sitting up there, waiting and shouting at his opponent to stand up! Look at that smug look on Smith’s face! Machina stumbles back on his feet…AND HE’S CUT DOWN BY THE DIVING CALF KICK! ANOTHER COVER FROM SMITH!
ONE!
TWO!
TH-
James Peters: Once again, Michael Machina is able to kick out! It wasn’t as much of a show as it was previously but still! Jake Smith doesn’t like that at all! He reaches down and drags Machina back to his feet! HE GETS HIM IN POSITION FOR THE PROPHETIC!
Rich Russillo: BUT MACHINA TURNS AROUND AND SHOVES HIM INTO THE ROPES! OFF THE REBOUND HE GETS HIM WITH THE SPINNING SIDE SLAM! Down goes Smith! Michael Machina is beginning to rally here! He reaches down and lifts his opponent above his head! HE HAS HIM IN POSITION FOR HEAT’S DESCENT!
Persephone: And Smith reaches down and rakes the eyes of his opponent! It works. Machina drops him and he lands on his feet. Smith rushes towards the ropes…AND HE LOOKS FOR THE STARMAKER!
James Peters: BUT MACHINA CATCHES HIM! HE PICKS HIM UP WITH THE BACK SUPLEX AND BRINGS HIM DOWN WITH A CUTTER! Jake Smith thought that he was about to put this one away but now he’s down on the mat! Michael Machina drags his limp body right off the mat…HE GETS SMITH WITH THE SKULLPIERCER! The Brainbuster connects and we could be ending the main event just like this! Cover from Machina!
ONE!
TWO!
THR-
Rich Russillo: NO! SMITH KICKS OUT! Without a hint of hesitation, Machina applies the submission hold! HE HAS IN THE MACHINA LOCK! Look at the way he’s bending that leg right over the back of his head! Earlier in this match, Smith managed to get a lot of kicks in on his opponent! He’s paying for that right now! He’s trying to reach out for the ropes but Machina is keeping him dead in the center of the ring! THERE IS NO ESCAPE FOR SMITH HERE!
Persephone: There just might be…he manages to get down to the mat! He’s literally crawling in between his opponent’s legs right now! HE MANAGES TO SLIP AWAY FROM MACHINA’S GRASP!
James Peters: He really is a slippery bastard. He gets back to his feet and Machina turns around…SMITH POKES HIM RIGHT IN THE EYES! He just did that just to mess with Machina! His opponent can’t see but he just begins wildly swinging trying to take out Smith! SMITH IS HIDING BEHIND THE REFEREE! Machina shakes it all off and sees where his opponent is! He tries to push past the official but he’s not getting by! Smith now rolls back to the outside!
Rich Russillo: Michael Machina wastes no time heading out there to pursue him! As he does, Jake Smith runs to the other side of the ring! The entire time he’s just taunting his opponent! Does it really seem like a good idea to provoke someone like The New Legend? Either way, it definitely seems to be working as the chase continues! All the while the referee is beginning his count, which means that these competitors need to get back inside that ring! Jake Smith however seems to be wanting to play these mind games!
Persephone: Welp, hopefully they keep playing until the count of ten.
James Peters: JAKE SMITH SLIDES IN AT THE NINE COUNT! He was hoping that Michael Machina would get tripped up there! But no! Michael Machina slides in at the exact same time and these two are face-to-face in the middle of the ring! MACHINA GRABS HIM BY THE THROAT! HE THROWS HIM RIGHT INTO THE CORNER! From there, he gets him with the Big Boot! AND THEN HE SENDS HIS ACROSS THE RING WITH ANOTHER IRISH WHIP! BUT HE PUTS ALL HIS STRENGTH INTO IT! Jake Smith collides with the corner turnbuckles at full speed!
Rich Russillo: He stumbles back towards his opponent! AND MACHINA PICKS HIM UP AND GETS HIM WITH THAT MOONSAULT FALLAWAY SLAM! He immediately gets back up to his feet…AND HITS THE STANDING MOONSAULT! A vicious combination from Machina! Jake Smith is down and Michael Machina seems to want to go in for the kill! He grabs a handful of Smith’s hair and drags him back to his feet! He then starts running back and forth in the ring! HE’S BUILDING UP SPEED HERE! HE UNLEASES THE BULLET FROM HELL!
Persephone: Wait? Smith drops to the ground before it can even hit. Michael Machina seems to be confused as to what just happened. Maybe the wind knocked Smith over.
James Peters: The official is checking in on Smith here, trying to determine if he’s okay! Machina comes in closer to see what’s going on! AND SMITH GRABS HIM FOR THE ROLL-UP! IT WAS A DIRTY TRICK FROM THE WORLD CHAMPION! IS THIS HOW IT’S GOING TO END HERE?
ONE!
TWO!
THREE!
Rich Russillo: MACHINA IS ABLE TO KICK OUT! Jake Smith’s plan to play possum didn’t work out like he anticipated! The moment Machina is back on his feet, Jake Smith is back on the outside! He had no intention of sticking around to see what Machina thought of that tactic! He turns around to gloat to the crowd! Jake Smith really going all in on the mind games tonight! He looks inside the ring now and…what? Michael Machina is gone!
Persephone: He was there a few moments ago. Do you think he just gave up or something? Went home? Guess we can call this one for Jake Smith!
James Peters: NO! HE COMES RIGHT OUT FROM UNDER THE RING AND DRIVES SMITH INTO THE BARRICADE! HE JUST DIDN’T WANT JAKE SMITH TO KEEP RUNNING FROM HIM! He throws him back inside the ring! Smith is back on his feet but not for long! MONEY SHOT! THE CLOTHESLINE FROM HELL NEARLY TAKES HIS HEAD CLEAN OFF! He hooks the leg for the cover!
ONE!
TWO!
THREE!
Rich Russillo: WAIT A SECOND! JAKE SMITH REACHES UP AND GRABS THE BOTTOM ROPE! He manages to get the rope break right before the three! You can see the frustration in the eyes of Machina! He stands back up and brings his opponent with him! WAIT A SECOND! HE’S LIFTING HIM UP FOR THAT .50 CAL! JAKE SMITH MIGHT HAVE RUN OUT OF LUCK HERE!
Persephone: What the hell? JAKE SMITH GRABS THE REFEREE’S SHIRT AS HE’S UP! He’s trying to pull himself to safety using the official! Seems like this guy might actually be EARNING a paycheck for once.
James Peters: Using that official, Jake Smith is able to pull himself towards the ropes! HE LEAPS OUT OF THE RING AND RIGHT ONTO THE APRON! Machina looks to keep up the offense…BUT SMITH GETS HIM WITH THE ENZIGURI! He goes back inside…AND HE NAILS MACHINA WITH A SUPERKICK! HE SLUMPS DOWN TO HIS KNEES! Smith now has the opportunity to put this one away! He goes to run to the ropes FOR THE GOD COMPLEX!
Rich Russillo: BUT MACHINA GRABS HIM BY THE TIGHTS! HE ISN’T LETTING SMITH GO ANYWHERE! HE PICKS HIM UP AND DELIVERS ANOTHER BACK SUPLEX CUTTER! AND THEN HE ROLLS RIGHT ON TOP OF HIS OPPONENT AND JUST STARTS THROWING HANDS! Machina has had more than enough of Jake Smith tonight! He’s just beating him up like he wants that lunch money!
Persephone: This is actually pretty funny. He’s just wailing on him at this point!
James Peters: AND WAIT A SECOND! SMITH ROLLS TO THE OUTSIDE ONCE AGAIN! He goes over and picks up the EAW World Championship!
Jake Smith: (Off-Mic) I’m done with this. I don’t have to take this.
Rich Russillo: Wait a second, he’s now just walking right up the ramp! The official is starting the count and he doesn’t even seem to care!
Referee: ONE! TWO! THREE! FOUR! FIVE! SIX! SEVEN!
James Peters: Machina is looking furious here as he watches Jake Smith walk away from this match! Are we being serious right now!?
Referee: EIGHT! NINE! TEN!
(DING! DING! DING!)
(‘Apostle’s Warning’ by Mobb Depp begins to play as Michael Machina just stares down the ramp at Jake Smith.)
Bella Braxton: HERE IS YOUR WINNER BY COUNT-OUT…MICCCHAAAAEEELLLL MAAACCHIIINNNA!
Persephone: Did he really just do that? He couldn’t have done that at the beginning of the match?
James Peters: I’m just as shocked as you. That was a highly competitive main event! I mean, Jake Smith could have won that match at any point! But the moment Machina got sick of his tricks and started pounding on him, he walked away! I guess it’s better to live to fight another day? Especially when you’re already at the top of the mountain!
Rich Russillo: Say it like it is. Jake Smith just walked out of the main event here! Instead of trying to overcome his opponent, he chose the coward’s way out! By the look on the face of Michael Machina, that might be something he comes to regret!
(Jake Smith stands on the stage, holding his championship up high as the fans in attendance boo, not pleased whatsoever with the way this ended. He just smiles at Michael Machina, who has yet to take his eyes off of Jake, as the camera fades.)
(EAW logo buzzes.)
