Crystal Heaven

Amy Angel was going over the bills, when Tack Angel walked into the room with a sneaky look in his eyes.

Amy Angel: Tack, we are so so busy right now. Wait, actually I've got 10 or so accountants in here. Actually, I have plenty of time. What's up?

Tack Angel: Oh nothing, I just thought I'd remind you of THIS!

Tack lifted his shirt to reveal his pierced right nipple.

Amy Angel: AH!

Tack Angel: AH!

Amy Angel: AH!

Tack Angel: AH!

Nani Angel: ah.

Amy Angel: WHAT IS THAT?!

Tack Angel: My new piercing!

Amy Angel: WHY IS THAT?!

Tack Angel: Your idea! You did it!

Amy Angel: No I didn't! Wait! I did! It was me, but not me!

Tack Angel: What?!

Amy Angel: Yeah, it was me Veronica! I did it!

Tack Angel: Right! Awesome!

Amy Angel: But I, Amy, hate it!

Tack Angel: Oh no!

Amy Angel: Don't worry! I, Lucy, will do something about it!

Tack Angel: Who is Lucy?! We haven't met yet!

Amy Angel: Alien! I hate piercings!

Tack Angel: WHAT?!

Lucy as Amy ripped the ring right out of Tack's nipple.

Tack Angel: AAAAAAAHHHHH!!!!!

Amy Angel: AAAAAAHHHHHH!!!!!

Nani Angel: ...ah.

Battle Spirits Dojo

Bashin Dan stood in front of a table, where two hipster looking kids were playing Battle Spirits.

Hipster #1: I draw my friendship card!

Bashin Dan: Friendship card? Does that exist? Sounds powerful!

Hipster #2: Oh! That means we both win!

Bashin Dan: Wait what?!

Hipster #1: Yeah man, it's like, a new way to play our game?

Bashin Dan: YOUR game?

Hipster #2: We took the "Battle" out of it. It should be more about learning about diversity and our own sins and weaknesses. We work TOGETHER to-

Bashin Dan: Get out.

Hipster #2: Pardon?

Bashin Dan: GET OUT!

Saturn Cafe

Vape, Jammer, and Benjamin were sitting at their usual table.

Vape: ...My phone doesn't have a "5".

Jammer: I'm sorry what?

Vape: My phone. It's irregular. It was cheap, but it's a missing a "5".

Benjamin: You mean it doesn't work?

Vape: No, I mean it's not there at all look.

Jammer: Huh...how bout that.

Vape: I actually had a girl that wanted to go out, but she had too many 5's in her number. She asked "why don't you call me", and I was like "I literally can't".

Benjamin: How long have you had this problem?

Vape: I don't know. My calendar doesn't have any 7's. 

Jammer: What?!

Bashin Dan suddenly stormed in and smashed the torn up friendship on the table.

Jammer: Great Firebrand impression there. *looks at the camera* that's a callback.

Bashin Dan: Hipsters are trying to take over and ruin Battle Spirits now! I can't let that happen. I can't let it stand.

Benjamin: Your delightful game is being enjoyed by a wide array of people. What's wrong with that?

Jammer: Yeah, shouldn't you be focusing on Mav Valentine?

Bashin Dan: I am! This is part of my motivation. I MUST become World Champion again, for all the reasons I've had, but now for another one. I must purify Battle Spirits! They don't call me the "Heart of the Cards" for no reason.

Vape: I thought they call you "Dangerous Player". That's such a cool name.

Jammer: I'm literally upset and jealous that I didn't come up with it first. Slam Master is great and all buuuut-

Bashin Dan: We must ALL work to achieve higher standards, so WE can set the pace, and inspire the people! I'll change Battle Spirits for the better! Jammer, you'll prove that Basketball is superior to Football, and you'll inspire the NBA not to-

Jammer: Suck complete ass? Oh, I'd really really like that.

Bashin Dan: Benjamin, you'll-

Benjamin: Be the Warrior of Light, just as soon as I shake off this persistent headache I got from wrestling you.

Bashin Dan: Gomenasai! Vape, you'll-

Vape: Buy a phone with a "5"?

Bashin Dan: No. What? No. Huh? What are you talking abo-never mind. You my large friend, will show Golvoth once again that you are the true big man in wrestling.

Vape: ....I'm feeling very inspired. I am the big man in wrestling. I must weigh the most too. I wouldn't know though. My scale is missing a "2".

Jammer: WHERE DO YOU BUY THESE THINGS?!

Bashin Dan: I'm going to succeed most of all for Hope though. I need to inspire her, just like she inspires me.

Benjamin: Very sweet. You relationship is an inspiration unto itself.

Jammer: Jenny open mouth kisses me, and slips the tongue with her eyes wide open. It's....it's weird.

Bashin Dan: I...I don't know what to say to that.

Vape: Dude.

Jammer: What?
 

Iwata Memorial Arena - Backstage

Cadmus was walking with a smug sense of superiority, after having spoken to Chrissy and Helios, patting Helios on the way out. He suddenly found himself blocked off by two figures.

Cadmus: Two of you? Who is it? Saxon and Novus? Heel Besties? Figured you guys were too busy appeasing the sadist tyrant in Crystal Heaven to-

Firebrand X: It ain't TackForce.

Cadmus: Huh. Wasn't expecting you.

Subculture: How about me?

Cadmus: Well now I'm curious. What do we got going on here?

Firebrand X: A warning. That's what we've "got going on here".

Subculture: We challenged Bill for the Television Championship. Not you.

Firebrand X: We don't care if it's you, but the fact that you jumped ahead in line is what irks me. I mean, I don't care if it's you. Subbie might, because he's not quite as confident as I am.

Subculture: I'm plenty confident....uh....Brando!

Firebrand X: Brando!? Don't you ever call me that again. That better not be a JoJo reference!

Cadmus: Heh. I WAS the champ, so it's only right that I get a rematch. I want momentum. I want prestige. I want the Television Championship around my waist when I finally end the Angel bloodline once and for all.

Firebrand X: That's literally not my problem.

Subculture: I think Christina MIGHT want me to do something about that, but....yeah I don't care either. That's between you and Tack. That Television Championship is going to set my career back on track.

Firebrand X: Wrong. It's going to be mine.

Cadmus: I can't change the fact that you both get a title shot at Black Friday. I can ensure that I'm the opponent. Working double duty and winning both matches in one night? I'd say after that I'd be in line for the Triple Crown wouldn't you? Do yourself a favor and back off. I have powerful friends in case you haven't noticed.

Firebrand X: ....

Subculture: I don't like that guy.

Firebrand X: I dislike him more than you, but not by much.

Subculture: Screw you too pal.

Pirate Bill: Yarr! I feel like ye all be forgettin' something very important!

Firebrand X: How'd he get up in the rafters?

Subculture: Do NOT tell Christina what I said about her Dad!

Women's Locker Room

As the women were getting ready, Christina Ange called them all together. The Lakitu was thrown out several times until they were all covered up enough to allow on TV. Censors have been breathing down our necks since the "Troian Incident". I hope nothing like that happens again.

Christina Angel: Alright, I'm just going to say it. I think a few of you in here are rats. Absolute rats.

Lainey Strong: She doesn't waste time.

Calamity Jane: Darn tootin'. What's this all about?

Christina Angel: The petition. That garbage petition to get Angels taken off of television. I know that at least a few of you had to have signed it. It wouldn't have been approved otherwise. It had to be bi-partisan.

Calamity Jane: Shoot Christina, we don't care about politics. We're just trying to get back on track here.

Kimber Blaze: Your "mothers" being kicked out of the division was a Tess ruling. Who says she didn't make it all up? What if there WAS no petition. She doesn't REALLY need a reason now does she?

Christina Angel: M's talked to President Swift, who said it was legit.

Gold: You have my word I took no part in it.

Hope Mach: *signing* You don't even have to ask me.

Christina Angel: I know that they weren't involved.

BeShemoth: Who says? I mean, I WANT to believe them, but any of us could have seen an opportunity to get challenges out of our way. We're all suspects. Even I could be, because I'm trying to get my foot BACK into the door.

Jenny James: You think pointing that out makes you LESS suspicious?

Jessica James: We're with M's, and if she didn't want it, then we didn't either. Don't really care if you believe that or not.

Christina Angel: Whoever it was, I want you to admit it, and I want you to admit it TONIGHT! No games. I'm not in the mood for games! I'm trying to take apart Eisenritter so that we ALL have a shot, and what do you do? You go after my family.

Chrissy Angel: Even if big sis me was having issues with them in the past, she certainly wouldn't use this opportunity to get rid of them and pass the buck.

Christina Angel: *sigh*

Chrissy Angel: I'm totally kidding. Neither of us did it OBVIOUSLY!

Alison Chains: ...Uh-huh. I'm calling it. That little brat did it.

Chrissy Angel: I DID NOT!

As the group dispersed, Christina, Chrissy, and Hope assembled.

Christina Angel: I couldn't get a read on any of them. They could be all be responsible, or none of them are.

Chrissy Angel: It's a real in the ass!

Christina Angel: Language! I never said those things when I was your age, You can't say you're not me either. You're literally me!

Chrissy Angel: *sticks our her tongue*

Hope Mach: *signing* I have an idea. If we can't get behind this by asking up front, we might as well go to the source.

Christina Angel: What do you have in mind?

Hope Mach: *clears throat* I'll handle it.

Eisenritter VIP Locker Room

Hope Mach managed to wait patiently until Bev and Raza weren't looking to sneak into the VIP Locker Room. Aware of her impairment, she was very careful not to make noise that anyone else could hear. She was able to see through the darkness, and sneaked into a trash can, turning on her phone camera as EBW's "elite female force" entered the room.

Sunny Malibu: I think I was in that booth too long. I'm not used to getting a fake tan.

Duvalie: It's quite cold in Onett right now. Make sure you all bundle up. I'll get some tea.

Erica: Keep sharp ladies, we're going to have some fun tonight.

Kaie: You know something I don't? Cause right now, it looks like Christina Angel is coming to take a chunk out of my scalp. I don't much care for that Erica. I don't care for it all! I'm going to batter that bitch!

Erica: You might not have to.

Kaie: Go on?

Duvalie: The Mistress has it on good authority that a third party might make a move tonight.

Kaie: The ones who signed the petition?

Duvalie: Exactly.

Kaie: Heh. That WOULD be fun.

Sunny Malibu: You have to remember something though. I talked to these bitches. They don't like me, and what I did to Hope. They don't like any of you either. They just couldn't stand Angels in the roster any longer. I'm pretty sure they want them all gone, so they can get a shot in at us.

Erica: Ha! That makes this even funnier. Let them destroy each other. The Golden Goddess, Queen of EBW will have a much easier time reshaping this division when we're done with them.

Kaie: Who are you talking to? When you introduce yourself like that. We all know who you are.

Erica: Watch it Kaie! You're still on thin ice!

Kaie: That's bullshit and you know it! You were never going to boot me from Eisenritter.

Erica: You're right. I just wanted a reason to get rid of Troian. I have another weak link I want gone too, unless they shape up. I'll either let you handle it, or intentionally feed her to Christina. I don't really care which.

Kaie: Don't get that bitch the satisfaction. I'll handle it!

Erica: That's the spirit. Now, if you'll all excuse me, I have business to handle by myself.

The rest of Eisenritter left the room, as the Women's World Champion and World Tag Team Champion opened another door to reveal an unknown woman, dressed to look exactly like Lady M's.

Erica: Heh. You look pretty close to her. Guess I'm getting my money's worth....Trixie was it?

Trixie: Yeah, let's go with that. Why am I dressed like this? Is it a schoolgirl kink?

Erica: Yeah, let's go with that. The bed's back here. You like handcuffs?

Trixie: It's on your dime lady. Whatever you want.

Hope Mach: ...*silently mouths* Holy shit. *gags* *gags* *gags some more*





Larry Grim: We're in Onett, and it's time for some Xperience! I don't know if we'll level up, cause that's next week! Get it? Cause Level Up Wre- never mind. We don't have that this week, but we're heading to the revival of Maelstrom, and joining us now is the man who helped bring it back Picky Minch!

Picky Minch: Thank you, for more than one reason. You realized I helped with Maelstrom, and you called me a man. Time to stop being the "kid" in EBW I would think. It's great to be here. I'm really looking forward to Maelstrom's return. I really want to get in there and-

Larry Grim: Are we going to see Trevor Mach be able to compete after that vicious Bushido Den match with Maurice?

Picky Minch: Huh? Well yeah, the Doctor cleared him. He's just not here tonight to prepare for that. It's a Bushido Rules Tag, the first match of its kind. No team breaks, and it could be over without every man even getting a chance in the ring. It's very unpredictable. Very experimental. Also an idea I helped put together.

Makoto Angel: Well be careful with ideas like that. Tack's not here because he's nursing an injured shoulder. Who told him to garble up a word salad against Cade? He landed on that Coal Miner's Glove, and those are apparently DEATH!

Larry Grim: As a former ACTUAL Death....I can confirm that. Before we get into tonight's fights, I want to recap what happened in our Dark Matches, that you can see exclusively on ENN+, and probably youtube, let's be real. Magnum PT won again. Folks, I believe that's a winning streak for the disgraced "Master of the Mustache". Blaze and Wagner beat the Sunset Riders narrowly, with Blaze hitting the Eagleland Rack on Lainey Strong. Dirk Laramie not to not be outdone by PT, lost to Cade, who took his loss to Tack as motivation apparently, adding a Sharpshooter to his repertoire, locking it in after the Cadebreaker. He tapped Dirk, and I can see why Cade would add it. How do you beat a kicking man? You go for the legs, plain and simple. Tonight, we have some big matches in store, including a bout between Hope Mach and Duvalie in the main event. Winner will go on to face Erica for the World Championship. We also have our Triple Crown World Champion in action. The man who has built up a reputation as being on par with the best EBW has ever offered up. He's taking on a mystery opponent of Dan's choosing. Exciting to see what the master strategist will do. Who will he pick? I already know, because....well I know things. I think it's a good pick. I'll tell you already, it's going to be a good match.

Makoto Angel: That really freaks me out.

Larry Grim: That's funny, cause I always thought it was freaky how you lived at home alone when you were in middle school.

Makoto Angel: Geez! You don't have to bring THAT up!

Larry Grim: You couldn't help it, and neither could I? I just see it. I'm sorry I struck a nerve. Let's get you a big ol' soft pretzel.

Makoto Angel: ....You're a good friend Larry.

EBW: Xperience
Iwata Memorial Arena, Onett
ENN

0  Dark Match Singles: Magnum PT beat Danny Leung via Mustache Ride -> Pin
0. Dark Match Women's Tag: Kimber Blaze[o]/Lt. Lacy Wagner beat Lainey Strong[x]/Calamity Jane via Eagleland Rack -> Submission
0. Dark Match Singles: Cade beat Dirk Laramie via Cadebreaker x Sharpshooter -> Submission
1. Women's Tag: Christina Angel/Chrissy Angel beat Kaie/Eve via DQ
-The opening match saw the Angel sisters take on Kaie and Eve of Eisenritter. Christina was chomping at the bit to get to Kaie, but before that could happen, two masked and completely covered figures jumped into the ring and attacked the Angel sisters. Kaie and Eve wanted to join in, but the pair didn't want their help, telling them to leave or get beat down. Christina shot up and tried to unmasked one of them, but the other hit her in the midsection. Chrissy dragged her out of the ring as the two left through the other side of the ring and through the crowd.

Makoto Angel: Hey! How dare you get involved in the fair play and spirited competition. Oh, who am I kidding? Christina and Chrissy were going to make Eisenritter pay, and I really wanted to see that.

Picky Minch: It looks like at least two members of the roster have a beef with the Angels. Maybe they feel unappreciated, and intend to make a big impact.

Larry Grim: OR...maybe they are two members of Eisenritter in disguise to try and keep everyone guessing. I mean I know the answer, but my lips are sealed.

Makoto Angel: Well, at least Chrissy is now 3-0, and only 16. I'm so proud of her!

Larry Grim: I mean, my lips WOULD be sealed....if I had any. I'm a skeleton!

2. EBW Television Championship: Cadmus beat Pirate Bill(c) via DQ -> It's not a title defense, but he doesn't lose the title. Just throw it out.
-Another match with a DQ?! What the hell? Who booked this shit!? Cadmus made a run for the Television Championship, but his mission to reclaim the belt was slowed by three factors. First off, the match was actually quite competitive, with Bill learning a lot from his TackForce partners. The other two factors were of course Firebrand X and Subculture. In a bit of reverse fortune, the two rushed the ring on the heel and ended the match, giving Cadmus the DQ victory.

Picky Minch: I wanted to see that match. I want to see some competition. That's what I'm hoping we WON'T see in Maelstrom.

Larry Grim: They kind of hinted that they would do this. Still, it was a bad move. They're desperate for their match opportunity. One of them wants to beat Bill for that belt.

Makoto Angel: Pirate Bill is great. Did you know that his donates his winnings to pay for Tacquito's hospital bills. What a bro Pirate! A Pi-Bro? No....no that's terrible. Cut that.

3. 6-Man Tag: Bashin Dan/Jammer[o]/Vape beat Bobby Blitzworth[x]/Colton "The Rumble" Sbarrge/Golvoth via Slam Jam -> Pin
-Intensity from this match, as the Might Gallery tried to prove their worth against the Dan Club. Dan personally set this match up, to bring out the best in himself and his friends, and they were energized for this one. With better fundamentals and tags, they managed to survive a brutal onslaught from the much larger and more powerful men. Vape even got a measure of revenge on Golvoth, by escaping his choke, hitting a short arm lariat, and nearly nailing the Top Rope Splash. Finish came when Vape tagged out after a successful Splash on Blitzworth. Jammer hit the Slam Jam for the pin and the win.

Picky Minch: That's more like it. Fighting for what you want and what you believe in, and doing it in the ring.

Larry Grim: I don't like DQs anymore than the next person, but you seem to take it personally.

Picky Minch: I just want to see these feuds play out in the ring. That's out battlefield. I bet Bashin Dan gets that. We pour it out in that ring, and the decision deserves to be decided by the fighters. Plain and simple.

Makoto Angel: Looks like Dan is grabbing the microphone. I guess he's ready to announce Mav's opponent?

Bashin Dan: Mav, as we head towards Black Friday, people are going to be looking for the best deals. They're going to fight over petty things. You and I, we're looking for the most expensive, and costly thing, a war in this ring. We're fighting over something that matters. Our careers, our ideals, and the Triple Crown World Championship. The biggest prize in Wrestling. I'm ready to take it back. I'm ready to be the Ace of the place. The Dangerous Player doesn't just want to be the "Heart of the Cards". I want to be the "Heart of the Ring" too. I'm fired up. My blood is burning. You know what helped? That amazing match I had with Benjamin. He's overlooked. He's underestimated. My good friend is a work horse as they say. Incredible heart and talent, and that match proved it. You need another example? You're getting it. Benjamin is your opponent tonight Mav. Get ready. The gate is open. Let's go!

4. Bashin Dan Chooses Opponent: Mav Valentine beat Benjamin via Mav Buster -> Pin
-Another classic in the same week from Benjamin, as he took on the Triple Crown World Champion. Benji controlled much of the early stuff, until Mav a quick roll up to turn the tide, shocked at Benjamin's early sprint.. Mav wore down Benjamin, bringing the match to his pace and looked to put him away with a sleeper hold, when the Mav Buster proved hard to hit. Benji fought out of it with elbows to the midsection and ran the ropes. Mav evaded the Spear and locked the sleeper hold on again, this time in a seated position in the center of the ring. Benjamin began to fade, but when the ref checked his hand for the 3 count, he managed to snap out of it at 2. Benjamin fought back to his feet and turned the Sleeper Hold into a Back Suplex! The groggy Benjamin slowly went up top but because of the grogginess, Mav was able to meet her up there. Mav Superplexed Benji back into the ring from the top rope. A near fall had Mav stunned that Benjamin was able to kick out after working his neck. Mav kept going with what was working, right back to the sleeper hold and continued to apply the pressure. Benji fought out and ran the ropes. Mav dodged another spear, but Benji ducked the lariat attempt and ate the Spear this time for the the near fall. They switched things up, punching and slapping on their knees as they fought back to their feet. Mav locked up with Benji and hit a Belly-to-Belly Suplex. The groggy Benjamin hit a Mav Buster and pinned him for the 1-2-3.

Larry Grim: Unbelievable? No, I believe it. Another entertaining match from Benjamin. He really is turning into a workhorse machine.

Picky Minch: That's the kind of opponent I'm looking forward to wrestling against. They both are. Great stuff.

Mav Valentine: Benjamin, that was a hell of a match. You had me bust out the sleeper, which I used to do in VBW, but of course back then they'd be wrapped in barbed wire too. Who knows if that would have been enough to put you down. I didn't know if the Mav Buster was going to do it. You ARE damn good man. However, I have to wonder if Bashin Dan can do better. Can you Dan? Can you do better than this? I think I beat him a little quicker than you did. I guess we're going to find out soon. Really soon.

Backstage

w00t was again sitting in front of a computer.

w00t: You happy with yourself Mach? I'm watching the match. That was some match you had with Maurice. Learning a lot from it. Should make our Maelstrom debut very interesting. You and the Collection better be on your toes. You're going to get hurt again, and badly. That probably doesn't intimidate you. Probably not in the slightest. That's fine. You have other weaknesses. You have real weaknesses. I've been digging, and I've been getting information from a reliable source. Did you know that Trevor Mach suffers from anxiety? His hands start shaking. It makes him mad, so he works through it, and that just makes it even worse. He claims to be an 80's bad ass, but when he's stressed he listens to ABBA. Just a few things I've learned. I'm just starting though. I'm going to start hurting you, and taking from you. I'm going to take Trevor Mach out of the equation, and then we'll be free to take down President Swift. Do I make it sound simple? It IS that simple.

5. EBW Women's World #1 Contender: Hope Mach beat Duvalie via Olympic Slam -> Ankle Lock -> Referee Stoppage
-Main event time, as Hope Mach battled Duvalie in a match for the #1 Contender spot. A frantic, fast paced, nip and tuck match, Hope seemed to be perfectly acclimated to wrestling without her hearing again, as she took Duvalie to the ground with her olympic level skills, and blocked Duvalie's attempts to choke her with the concealed cord.  A little pocket sand had Hope on the ropes, but she managed to feel her way around, shooting behind Duvalie to hit a series of Hagen Suplexes, and an Olympic Slam. She locked in the Ankle Lock, which Duvalie refused to tap from. The referee ultimately stopped the match, awarding the win to Hope Mach. After the match, Erica, Sunny, and Millie Malibu appeared on the stage, waving for Hope's attention.

Erica: Can you see me? Clear your eyes. I know you can't hear me. I need you to see me. You made a big mistake here. You think you stand a chance against me? Look at my mouth. I'm going to hurt you.

Hope Mach: *clears throat* Can you hear me? Pull your head out of your ass, and you might be able to. I don't want the match with you.

Erica: What? What do you mean? What the hell are you talking about? Of course you do. You want to try your luck against the Golden Goddess. You want the Women's World Championship.

Hope Mach: I do want that title....eventually....but....not now. I'm.....making an exchange. I challenge YOU Sunny. I haven't forgotten....nor will I ever. You took....my hearing.....and you took....chunks of my skin in the Grindhouse. However....I.....will take out the trash.....because at Black Friday.....it's going to be you....and me.....in a Dumpster Match....for the Women's Television Championship.

Sunny Malibu: Oh is that right? Is that right? That's what you want? You want me to hurt you again instead of Erica? You're on!

Erica: You're too afraid to deal with me? I bet that's it. You don't want to fight a Queen. You don't want to fight your absolute better! That's it, isn't it?

Hope Mach: No....it's just personal with Sunny. Besides....you're too busy with....other things.

Hope pointed to the screen, showing off the footage she captured of earlier in the night, with Erica stripping and making out with the prostitute dressed as Lady M's. The crowd collectively gasped and laughed, while a livid Erica demanded that the screen be turned off.

Hope Mach: I knew....you were weird....but wanting to "pin" my mother....THAT much....is too much for me. You gigantic weirdo!

Erica: YOU BITCH! I'LL KILL YOU! YOU'LL PAY FOR THIS!

Makoto Angel: What did we just see?

Larry Grim: You don't want to know. The censors are going to be sooooo mad. I don't have to see ahead to know that much.

Picky Minch: Yikes.

Larry Grim: We shouldn't kink shame....should we? Maybe it's alright here?

Apple Kid: Hi guys, I was just coming by to visit and see how things are. What did I miss? Everyone seems stunned. *Larry Grim whispers in his ear* OH DAMMIT!

Makoto Angel: We'll uh....we'll see you next time.

Crystal Heaven

Tack Angel was sitting with his arm in a sling, watching Xperience. He made it to the controversial video.

Tack Angel: Eh....she's faking it. *turns to the camera* I'm on the show. Now you can care about it.

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Trevor Mach: What IS Maelstrom? Several years back, I helped form a group, that lead to a new way of fighting, and a new way of life. Bushido Rules, the ultimate solution to the problem of who is the better man or woman? You don't pin here. You knock them out. You tap them out. You batter your enemy until they can't get up anymore. Pure and simple fighting. The combination of the wrestling and MMA. The great experiment is back tonight folks. Maelstrom is back.





Tommy Dukes: Welcome the Mad Gear Bar! It's lively tonight! A rough crowd for a rough night of fights! It's going to be fun to be here for me, but folks, this one might not be for the kiddies. I'm already seeing drunk ladies taking their tops off.

Apple Kid: Where!? WHERE?!

Tommy Dukes: ....*sigh* Right over there.

Apple Kid: YAY! *takes pic with Iphone*

Tommy Dukes: Tonight is the return of Maelstrom with MFC 1! If you wanted super wacky entertainment, you're one week off. That's next week. Two weeks from now, we'll be back with MFC 2. Everyone got that? I mean, it seems obviously, but I bet a lot of people are going to be like "Where's Level Up Wrestling?" This ain't it bro!

Apple Kid: I remember the last time around they tried this grand experiment. It was a lot of fun. It changed the way we looked at wrestling, These ladies are changing the way I look at fish nets personally. I think I'm a fan.

Tommy Dukes: Don't add a new fetish tonight, we're only here for bloodlust!

Apple Kid: You think that makes you sound any better than me?

Tommy Dukes: But I! But I! But-

Apple Kid: Save it. We have some breaking news regarding tonight. While we know that Trevor Mach, Kinniku Mike, and Amigo are cleared to compete tonight, in the first ever Bushido Rules 6-Man Tag, we also know about someone who is NOT cleared to compete. Picky Minch has been taken away to be evaluated after an attack earlier today. Let's show the footage.

Outside of Mad Gear Bar

Trevor Mach ran up to Picky Minch as he lay with his back against a brick wall, being looked at by an EMT.

Trevor Mach: Whoa, you get into a bar fight or something?

Picky Minch: Someone attacked me. I think they broke a bottle over my head.

Trevor Mach: The shards of glass seem to confirm that. You've had worse though right?

Picky Minch: Well yeah, but they won't let me go inside.

Trevor Mach: Is that right?

EMT: Yes sir, he might have a concussion.

Trevor Mach: From a broken bottle? Was it a whisky bottle? I mean if it was a whisky bottle maybe. Trust me, I'm Celtic.

EMT: I need to take him to get evaluated.

Picky Minch: This is garbage!

Trevor Mach: If you get Doctor Degrees, you might make it back in time. Who are you EMT guy? I usually recognize the EMTs by name at this point. Franky and Harry just celebrated 5 years together professionally....maybe personally too...but I'm usually too bloody to pry. Why do you have a mask on?

EMT: Sir, this is the Mad Gear Bar, in the wrong end of town. I don't want to catch anything.

Trevor Mach: Right....right.

EMT: You want a mask? I have an extra?

Trevor Mach: I'd rather you stab me with the shards of the bottle on the dirty ground. Just get my buddy looked at would you?

Picky Minch: I'd really rather stay and fight. I don't need to get cleared by them to compete. This was our brainchild, and I want to see it carried ou-

Trevor Mach: I'd actually rather make sure you're all right. If it's one of the bikers in the bar, I'll take it up with them personally. More likely, it's w00t or Maurice, trying to get a reaction. I've got a violent reaction waiting for them.

Picky Minch: *sigh* This is garbage. I want to fight! That's what I'm here for!

EMT: We'll take care of him sir.

Trevor Mach: Good luck buddy. Keep the TV on when you get there, we'll win this one for you.

-

Tommy Dukes: In place of the Picky Minch bout, we're going to have an "Open Fight Challenge". Anyone can come out and demand a fight.We have no idea who it's going to be, but it could be ANYBODY!"

Apple Kid: You think we should be worried about germs like that EMT? I mean, I was out back peeing earlier, and I might have stepped into some of that glass! I don't want to catch anything!

Tommy Dukes: ...Let's take it to the ring!

EBW Gaiden: Maelstrom Fight Club: MFC 1
Mad Gear Bar, Saturn City
ENN

1. "A Legend Returns" Bushido Rules: Aron Vayne beat Jon Frye via (R3 5:00) Split Decision
-The opening bout saw the newcomer Aron Vayne take on the legend Jon Frye. The judo specialist was up against a catch wrestler, with judo skills of his own and far superior facial hair. Frye advanced age and lack of stamina, were what helped Vayne make it to the third round. It was evenly matched, with Frye looking to seal the deal, with a judo throw by grapping Vayne's gi, but Vayne reversed it on him, and took him to the mat, ground pounding until the bell. A time limit reached, the decision went the judges, and by split decision the winner was Aron Vayne.

Tommy Dukes: A technical spectacle ends in a judge's decision. That just means we got 15 minutes of Jon Frye, and I can't argue with that. Aron Vayne has gone from winning a dark match to beating a legend. That's a big bump in the status I'd say.

Apple Kid: How much XP do you get for a win like that?

Tommy Dukes: What?

Apple Kid: Wrong show. Hey, do you think I'd do better on tinder if I had a mustache like Don.

Tommy Dukes: I think you'd do better if you stopped trying to lick their feet on the first date.

Apple Kid: ....But then what would be the point?

2. Bushido Rules: Colton "The Rumble' Sbarrge beat Jammer via (R2 1:02) Guillotine Choke Stoppage
-"The Rumble" turned out to be more competent at Bushido Rules than expected. With his impressive physique and stopping power, he actually took Jammer to the mat several times in the early going. With no Slam Jam at his disposal, Jammer spent most of the bout throwing kicks and punches, hoping his reach would give an advantage. Early in the 2nd Round, Sbarrge trapped Jammer in a Guillotine Choke, and held him until the ref called for the bell.

Tommy Dukes: I think Arliss might be onto something here. Sbarrge is learning this new sport very quickly. He's falling right into it. Jammer's not looking too happy.

Apple Kid: I heard that the James girl once again said a win would get him anything he wanted from her. Anything. Anything Tommy. Can you imagine it?

Tommy Dukes: I'm trying not to. Married to a pregnant woman.

Apple Kid: Anything Tommy.....butt stuff eve-

Tommy Dukes: THAT'S enough out of you! We have an interview to get to, so let's take you to it.

Backstage

Makoto Angel: Makoto here, and we sure are seeing a different environment tonight aren't we? I got carded coming into the place. I showed them my ID, and then told them I'm Tack Angel's wife. Then they asked for the ID again. I have no idea why? Anyways, I'm joined by Benjamin, who is turning into somewhat of a superstar these days. Two matches have basically made him in the eyes of the fans. A bout with Mav Valentine, our Triple Crown World Champion, and the bout with Bashin Dan, his best friend. Both were the matches of those nights for sure.

Benjamin: I'm just trying to do my best. A true warrior doesn't rest of his laurels. I've let myself get too comfortable. I want to reach for the top, and give it all I've got. THAT is my NEW Mystic Quest.

Makoto Angel: Tonight, you're going into a match with a Bushido veteran in Firebrand X. He was there during the first go around of this experiment. He built his career off of it.

Benjamin: And I've only just scratched the surface, Dan's been learning from the Bad Dudes Dojo, and I've been his sparring partner at OUR Dojo. I'm confident that I can manage. I never went high risk. I always keep it low to the mat, and I go for big strikes. A Spear is a good match ender for me, but here, it can also be a transition. I can do a lot of things, and I feel I'll make a worthy opponent for Mr. X. I hope he doesn't underestimate me.

Makoto Angel: Fantastic. Should be a good one. Let's take it back to the ring. Say, you wouldn't know why they'd card me again would you?

Benjamin: ...Uhhhh.

-

Tommy Dukes: This was going to be the Picky Minch bout, but we've reached the point for the Open Fight Challenge. Anyone can come out here and challenge anyone to-




Tommy Dukes: Whoa! That's Christina Angel! New theme song!

Apple Kid: Imagine if someone else used a song called "Christina"! Plus, that smoke is going to fill this room FAST! Someone open a window!

Christina Angel: I hear we had an opening, so I thought now was as good a time as any to come out here and take advantage. It's an Open Fight Challenge, so I'm going to make this one easy enough. I want Eisenritter. ANYONE from Eisenritter. If they were too cowardly to show up tonight, then I want anyone that signed that stupid petition. Come on ladies, I know who is back there and who isn't. Are you going to make me call you out by name? You don't want to make it easier on me do you? I'm waiting! Nobody? Fine. BeShemoth! GET OUT HERE NOW!

BeShemoth: Whoa whoa whoa. Excuse me little Miss Angel, but you think I'm the one that signed the petition?

Christina Angel: I don't know. I know the two people that attacked me were smaller than you, so you weren't one of them, but I don't know how many names are on my hit list just yet.

BeShemoth: I wouldn't do that. I'm loyal to Lady M's.

Christina Angel: And so am I, but history has taught me that one can be loyal to a Mach and not an Angel and vice versa. Especially, when someone thinks the Angels take up TOO MUCH screen time? Screen time that could go to someone who feels like they are being underutilized?

BeShemoth: So you got some theories. I suppose you won't take my word for it. That's fine. You don't know me, and I don't know you. How do you figure a match is going to solve things?

Christina Angel: I'll figure you out in the fight. You accept?

BeShemoth: Well, you're right about one thing. I AM underutilized. You're on.

3. Open Fight Challenge: Christina Angel beat BeShemoth via (R3 0:20) North South Choke Stoppage
-Intense strikers match, that saw both women get bloodied early on. BeShemoth had the strength, but lack of experience in the rules lead to a pin attempt, which meant nothing. As she tried to get up, Christina flipped her, and locked in a North South Choke, leading to the stoppage victory for Christina.

Tommy Dukes: Wow! Christina was a house of fire in there, and that North South Choke was great. She took advantage of BeShemoth's muscle memory.

Apple Kid: I'll comfort BeShemoth. Excuse me.

Tommy Dukes: Oh....this oughta be good.

*slap!*

Tommy Dukes: What did you learn?

Apple Kid: Don't get too handsy when helping BeShemoth out of the ring?

Tommy Dukes: There you go.

4. Bushido Rules: Firebrand X beat Benjamin via (R3 5:00) Split Decision
-Another show stealer from Benjamin, as the Warrior of Light, fought Firebrand X to a standstill in his own environment. The grizzled veteran even dusted off his original mask for bout, but found Benjamin a tough one to fight. X dominated the first round, but Benji started landing hard blows and tight holds in the second round. Never quite getting into submission position, but enough to wear down Firebrand. The two spent the last round throwing down until the bell rang. Another time limit reached, the match result narrowly went to Firebrand X.

Tommy Dukes: Firebrand even looks surprised he won that one. He's raising Benji's hand and showing a lot of respect there. Another great performance from Benjamin. If you bet money on that one ending early, you're out quite a lot of cash.

Apple Kid: Haha....yeah....yeah could you....could imagine? Haha.

Tommy Dukes: *sigh*

5. EBW Challenge Championship #1 Contender: w00t's Masked Man beat Vape (R1 0:40) via Head Scissors x Ground and Pound TKO
-A very quick and crowd pleasing massacre. The masked man used Vape's own momentum to take him down with a Head Scissors, and quickly ground pounded until the ref gave him the TKO victory.

Tommy Dukes: I don't know who this guy is that w00t has aligned with. I don't know where he came from. I don't know how much experience he actually has. What I know is that the results speak for themselves. That was a big decisive win, and he has earned a title shot against the Challenge Champion Trevor Mach. We'll be seeing him in the main event next, but I bet he's in the back with his eyes glued to the screen on that one.

Apple Kid: That can damage your eyes.

Tommy Dukes: That's a myth.

Apple Kid: No, I mean gluing your eyes to anything. Don't do that.

Tommy Dukes: ...Fair advice?

Backstage

Makoto Angel: What a great night so far, and we still have one bout left to go, but before that, we're joined by Mav Valentine, our EBW Triple Crown World Champion. Have you been enjoying the show?

Mav Valentine: I have. I'm a little jealous I'm not out here fighting tonight. Looks like a hot crowd and a hot ticket. Glad to be watching though. The best fighters realize that game recognizes game, and I think that Benjamin dude has it for sure.

Makoto Angel: So you WILL be competing in Maelstrom though?

Mav Valentine: Count on it. I still want to be a 4-Crown King after all. Isn't that the new "brass ring"?

Makoto Angel: Looking forward to seeing you make that attempt. Let's take it back to the ring for our main event!

6. 6-Man Bushido Tag: Trevor Mach/Kinniku Mike[o]/Amigo beat w00t/Maurice[x]/Cade via (R3 4:31) Ground and Pound TKO
-Main event time, as Mike and Amigo of Paradise Collection teamed with Challenge Champion Trevor Mach to take on w00t, Maurice, and Cade. With Bushido Rules, it means that you could enter the ring unless tagged. A wild experiment, that lead to several close calls, with Mach's team wincing at being unable to break up a submission, and w00t flagrantly violating the rules to break up an attempt, which lead to the use of a yellow card, which will deduct a point if it goes to the judge's. Mach and Maurice tried to continue their war from Xcite, with more fists flying, but Maurice missed a Head Kick, and was taken down with a Heel Hook. Mach tagged in a hungry Amigo, who shot behind Maurice and hit the Hagen Suplex. He then tagged in Mike, who ground pounded Maurice gleefully for Isiah, to score the TKO victory.

Tommy Dukes: That wasn't so bad. That was down right exciting! Sorry, I was expecting a real mess here, but I think the concept has legs. Team warfare in Bushido Rules? Why not. What an exciting way to end the show. But wait, we have w00t's Masked Man out here now. He's pointing at Mach, who is holding up the Challenge Championship, and goading him to get in the ring. He's laying the belt down in front of him, telling him to bring it on. THAT is an exciting way to end the show. See you next time fight fans!

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Earlier Today...

Saturn City Hospital

Tack Angel was sitting in the waiting room, reading a magazine, when he noticed a stacked doctor walk up to the counter in front of him. He quickly caught sight of her name badge.

Tack Angel: ....So you're a gynecologist. I'm something of a gynecologist myself. 

Doctor: *sigh* I was told you wanted to speak to an expert Mr. Angel?

Tack Angel: Right. I was wondering about the odds of my wives conceiving through artificial insemination.

Doctor: Huh? I mean, it all depends on a number of factors really, but why do you ask? You've kept this hospital full of your pregnant cult for yea-

Tack Angel: It's not a cult! Why does everybody keep saying that?! I might be losing the ability to....fulfill my destiny. I was going to ensure the future of humanity.....by leaving as many frozen "samples" as humanly possible. It's like giving blood right? I've brought my own juice, sugar cookies, and a muscle girl barbarian porn.

Doctor: Oh yeah, I heard about that. Seems like you must not believe in yourself if you're willing to do something like this. It's like you expect to lose.

Tack Angel: Always go for the guarantee.

Doctor: ...Seems cowardly. If you don't give yourself another option, it might help you win. You'll have no choice but to win, if you truly want to keep....doing what you're doing.....to those poor poor women.

Tack Angel: IT'S CONSENSUAL!

Doctor: We may need to see if they're capable of making their own decisions.

Tack Angel: They are! Stop questioning it! You're right though. I should ensure that this is exactly what has to happen. I MUST win! Thank you Doctor...uh....

Doctor: Holehouse.

Tack Angel: A gynecologist named Doctor Holehouse? Who writes this crap?





Tommy Dukes: Welcome to Podunk! We're in Ninten's hometown for this week's Xcite! Are we going to see Ninten tonight on our road to Black Friday?! NO!

Nerma: What we are going to see is a card full of exciting fights, like always, like you should expect from EBW by now. It's what we do. *rolls eyes*

Tommy Dukes: Isn't she radiant everybody? Positively glowing! So, we've already had three Dark Matches, which you could see if you had ENN+. Magnum PT with yet another win, and Dirk Laramie with yet another loss. Eve managed to get a stoppage on Lainey Strong with a Bow and Arrow Choke. Tonight, we'll see Tack Angel team with Subculture to take on Cadmus and Cade, ahead of the Victory or Vasectomy Match, which might seem silly to us, but is probably one of Tack's biggest matches. Those stakes....they're medium rare on the way to well done.

Backstage

Tack Angel was pacing back and forth, as Subculture approached.
 
Subculture: Oh boy, here we go.

Tack Angel: What? What? What's the problem?

Subculture: You're stressing again. Did you forget who you are? You're Tack Angel. You're the Star Prince. Multi-time former World Champion. You've held more gold than most ever will. You're the ACE...or at least you WERE.

Tack Angel: What are you doing? Motivating me? It's weird.

Subculture: I want you in the right headspace for tonight. I want a win. I need a win. 2020 has not been a good year for me.

Tack Angel: 2020 has been HECTIC! It's been an entire YEAR of feuding with Cadmus! Then we have the "Mushroom Head" outbreak cancelling the EFL season, which really screwed with my FANTASY FOOTBALL LEAGUE! It's like, darn you 2020! I blame you....YEAR! Uh...you're a tangible thing that I can place blame on. It's like come on 2020, knock it off already! That's silly right? Blaming a year?

?: Not as silly as you think.

Tack and Subculture: Huh?

An unassuming man walked up wearing a black shirt with "2020" written on it in white letters.

Subculture: Who are you?

?: I'm Mr. 2020.

Tack Angel: Mr. 2020?

Mr. 2020: Yeah. See? My name appeared now.

Tack Angel: Right. Right.

Mr. 2020: I exist to help others cope with their problems, by being able to blame a physical representation of the year 2020.

Subculture; Showing up a little late aren't you?

Mr. 2020: I've been very busy this year. A lot of people, especially those with persistent victim complexes, have been using me as a scapegoat for all their problems.

Subculture: It's been a shit year!

Mr. 2020: And most have done that to themselves, by bowing to public pressure, and basically welcoming the government ball gag and strap on. 

Tack Angel: ....This isn't very comforting 2020.

Mr. 2020: I'm sorry, I just needed to let off a little steam. You guys have real problems, so that's why I'm here. It's not been a great year for you Tack Angel....you know...other than the 108 wives and all the children.

Tack Angel: ...It's a lot of pressure current year!

Mr. 2020: I know....I know. Subculture, how rough is it to be married to someone who loves you unconditionally, and wants to see you realize your full potential?

Subculture: Um.....pretty great actually?

Mr. 2020: Huh. Huh. Interesting. Truly. But sure, it's been a shit year. So go ahead, and lay it on me. Lash out. It'll make you feel better.

Subculture: Uh....the EFL Season was cancel-

Mr. 2020: It wasn't that good to begin with.

Subculture: Huh?

Mr. 2020: Nevermind. I didn't say anything.

Tack Angel: Cadmus is-

Mr. 2020: Jealous of all the great things you have with your great life, great wives that love you, pirate army, and a penguin best friend who is actually an immortal celestial entity.

Tack Angel: I'm sorry what?

Mr. 2020: Did I interrupt again? Force of habit.

Tack Angel: I didn't quite catch the last part there.

Mr. 2020: Don't worry, you'll forget all about it. Just like you forgot about me.

Tack Angel: Huh?

Mr. 2020: My real name is Steve, and I used to write for your show. You tried so hard to remember me before, but then the show got cancelled due to evil forces that are clamping down on celestial intervention. With no reason to go back to the studio, you forgot all about it, just like you'll forget this....probably....I don't really know anymore. This new job really sucks. I got to go. Don't worry, I'm sure 2021 is going to suck that much more. People won't suddenly stop being absolute weak minded morons when you tick up an arbitrary number. Later.

Subculture: What the hell was that all about?

Tack Angel: What was what all about?

Subculture: What?

Tack Angel: Huh?

Subculture: What are you talking about?

Tack Angel: What are YOU talking about?

Subculture: Huh?!

Tack Angel: You're distracting me son.

Subculture: DON'T CALL ME THAT!

EBW: Xcite
Podunk Gymnasium, Podunk
ENN

0. Dark Match Singles: Magnum PT beat Fighter Daron via Mustache Ride -> Pin
0. Dark Match Women's Singles: Eve beat Lainey Strong via Bow and Arrow Choke -> Referee Stoppage
0. Dark Match Singles: Kinniku Mike beat Dirk Laramie via Release Dragon Suplex -> Pin
1. Women's Singles: Chrissy Angel beat Sylvie via Double Underhook Suplex -> Pin
-The opening match saw the singles debut of Chrissy Angel, as the 16 year old took on Queen of Soft Style Sylvie. Sylvie continued to wrestle too safely, and tried to protect her face too much against the kicking and WRIST CLUTCHING Chrissy. Chrissy battered Sylvie in the middle of the ring and finished her off with the Double Underhook Suplex.

Nerma: Wow! Chrissy Angel continues a winning streak. Very impressive work.

Tommy Dukes: Really glad you've warmed up to the whole Angel family.

Nerma: You think I have? I think I just dislike Eisenritter even more. I already had to convince Christina Angel I didn't sign that petition. No one even ASKED me to.

Tommy Dukes: Really? I assumed you had.

Nerma: Really?!

Tommy Dukes: It seemed the most obvious answer.

Nerma: ....I'm pregnant, and I don't wrestle anyways!

Tommy Dukes: Huh...well if you say so.

Nerma: *sigh*

2. 10-Man Tag: Bashin Dan/Jammer/Benjamin/Vape/Mav Valentine[o] beat Chad Salad/Robert Sandwich/Misogynist Paul/Danny Leung[x]/Sammy the Simp via Mav Buster -> Pin
-Triple Crown World Champion Mav Valentine teamed up with Dan Club as a surprise member to take on Heat Parade. After being told how much their town sucked, the crowd cheered, the place poppers they are, as Mav and Dan, Champion and Challenger, joined forces to batter the job squad. Danny Leung said NO PUSH, and ate a Mav Buster for the pin and win for the Champion.

Tommy Dukes: A big win for Mav and the Dan Club. Big in numbers, not in prestige. I mean, it's one more win in their win loss record....but it's the Heat Parade. Yeah....oh Mav's got a mic!

Mav Valentine: Dan, that was a fun idea you had. Fighting side by side one time before we lock up ourselves. Not bad. Not bad at all. Of course, don't think because we had some fun here, that I won't do everything in my power to take you down and keep my titles.

Bashin Dan: I wouldn't expect you to fight with any less ferocity. I always expect the best from my opponents, and I always give the best. That's all there is to it. However, I'm the kind of guy that can befriend his rivals. I'll do whatever I can to beat you, and claim the ACE title once and for all, but that doesn't mean we can't be friends.

Dan extended his hand to Mav, but Mav didn't take it.

Mav Valentine: Extend your hand after our match. Win or lose....extend your hand. We'll see what happens. I might shake your hand, or slap you in the mouth.

Eisenritter Locker Room

The camera was floating outside of the room, as screaming and smashing sounds were heard on the other side. Finally, a bloody Sylvie was flung out of the locker room.

Erica: Let that be a lesson to you Sylvie. I'm tired of your failure! I can NOT handle any more embarrassment tonight! You're out! There can be only ONE Queen bitch.

As Sylvie lay bleeding on the ground, a janitor with a mop suddenly walked up.

Troian: So, they got rid of you too huh?

Sylvie: *cough cough* Troian?

Troian: Yeah, Tess made me the janitor. I mean it's not so bad. After all, I'm a trail blazing revolutionary. I'm EBW's FIRST FEMALE JANITOR! The glass ceiling has been shattered. I'm holding a mop, and I have ovaries. That's a big deal super totes for realsies.

Sylvie: You really feel that way?

Troian: Of course not. I'm a janitor! This sucks! Roll out of the way. I've got to mop the blood up.

3. Tag: Cadmus/Cade beat Tack Angel/Subculture via DQ
-The next match saw Tack Angel and Subculture lock up with Cadmus and Cade in tag action. With Maurice lurking around on the outside, the numbers game was against Star Prince and the Green Bomber. Cadmus also had Bellerophon try to make a pass at both men, while keeping out of the ring whenever Tack tagged in, driving him crazy. Late in the match, Cadmus jumped in when Tack was telling Bellerophon to get off the ring apron. The ref didn't see as Cadmus kicked him in the pills, however, Tack remembered his cup this time. With a tap of the temple, he returned the favor and kicked Cadmus between the legs. The ref DID see that one, and awarded the crumpled up Dark Star Emperor and Cade the victory.

Tommy Dukes: Ouch! Turnabout is fair play! Star Prince looks to have had enough!

Nerma: Subculture looks pissed.

Tommy Dukes: Well, he wanted a win. However, looking down at the writhing Cadmus seems to have turned that frown upside down. Balls are literally on the line on Black Friday. Yikes!

Backstage

Trevor Mach was tying up his shoes, and reaching for his mouth guard as Picky Minch entered the room.

Trevor Mach: Hey buddy! You ready to kick some ass!

Picky Minch: Always am.

Trevor Mach: That's what I like to hear.

Picky Minch: I was cleared with flying colors from my CT scan.

Trevor Mach: I'm glad to hear it.

Picky Minch: You really should have let me have that match.

Trevor Mach: *sigh* I was worried about you man.

Picky Minch: What would you have done if the roles were reversed?

Trevor Mach: I never said I wasn't a hypocrite. You're like a little brother to me, you know that? I just wanted to look out for you.

Picky Minch: I came back to fight.

Trevor Mach: Well then, let's fight! w00t and Maurice need to be taught couple lessons, and we're the teachers. Get hyped Picky! I'm riding high on adrenaline. I'll straight up give Monster Energy to a rockstar, and Rockstar Energy to a monster! I don't give a shit! Let's GO!

Picky Minch: Right. Let's make an impact. One people are going to remember for a very long time.

Trevor Mach: Yeah!

4. 8-Woman Tag: Hope Mach[o]/Christina Angel/Jessica James/Jenny James beat Erica[x]/Sunny Malibu/Bev/Raza via Bridging Hagen Suplex -> Pin
-The Semi-Main saw Hope, Christina, and the James Sisters join forces against the Eisenritter. Brutal nip and tuck action, that saw the various feuds play out in violent fashion...aka wrestling in general. Really broke the whole concept down into one sentence. Huh. Finish came when Hope cued up the footage of Erica from last week. The mortified Women's World Champion didn't see the Bridging Hagen Suplex coming, and the pin.

Nerma: Whoa! The mind games from Hope! She embarrassed the Champ yet again, and pinned her to boot! Look, we got a masked woman coming down to try and attack Christina, but Chrissy Angel is right behind her! She nearly got the mask off too, as she's running away!

5. Tag: w00t/Maurice[o] beat Trevor Mach[x]/Picky Minch via Head Kick x STO -> Pin
-Main event time, as Trevor Mach and Picky Minch resurrected the "Bushido Mission", to take on w00t and Maurice. What was poised to be a vicious battle started off promising, with Trevor Mach in the ring, battling it out with w00t and Maurice again. He was kept away from his corner, as he traded vicious punches and slaps with Maurice. Blocking a head shot, Mach rebounded off the ropes and his a flying spiral shoulder tackle, which had the crowd on their feet. Mach crawled over to Picky to try and tag out, but Picky dropped off the ring apron, and held up the mask of w00t's Masked Man, before punching a stunned Mach in the face. w00t picked up Mach for Maurice to land the Head Kick and the STO, to pin the new Challenge Champion.

Tommy Dukes: Holy shit! Picky Minch betrayed Trevor Mach! He was the masked man?! That means he's the #1 Contender to the Challenge Championship! What happened here!? What about the Bushido Mission?! He's grabbing a mic.

Picky Minch: People tend to wait until the next show to explain themselves in situations like this. It's all too predictable. I've seen enough of it. I've seen it for years. I saw it before YOU even came into EBW! I was here first! I was your senior, and yet you always treated me like a the junior, like a kid that didn't know any better. I always backed you up. I always fought alongside you, and I never got my due. It was always about you! You egotistical prick! I did this, because I deserve better. You are NOT better than me! YOU'RE NOT! YOU'RE NOT BETTER THAN ME!

Picky punched Mach one more time, before w00t's gang left him laying in the middle of the ring. A shocked Mach staring into the camera as the show ended.

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Backstage

A timid Benjamin was surrounded by Firebrand X and Subculture, as President Swift arrived to the building.

President Swift: What the hell is going on here?

Subculture: Just trying to figure something out.

Firebrand X: This kid has lost how many matches in the last couple weeks? Why does he get suddenly added to our Television Championship match?

Subculture: It was a 3-Way match. I was going to beat X or Bill for the title, but-

Firebrand X: You were going to do no such thing. We were just wondering what he had to do to get added.

Benjamin: Look you guys, it was a surprise to me too. I mean Firebrand, I-

President Swift: He took you to the limit, in your own match specialty. He made you go the distance in Bushido Rules. He's then had the best match on the card against Bashin Dan AND the Triple Crown World Champion Mav Valentine. He conceived the idea of Level Up Wrestling, which has opened us up to new demos. That's all in the last few weeks. What have YOU done in that time?

Firebrand X: For starters, I won that match.

President Swift: Split decision, and who says I agreed with the judges?

Firebrand X: ...I'll admit, I didn't know which way it would go.

Subculture: Oh don't be like tha-

President Swift: YOU...Mr. "Street Dog". You're a 2-Time World Champion. You should be on to bigger and better things, but you're the Special Referee for Tack's match, whatever the hell it is.

Subuculture: I did NOT volunteer for that! It was HIS IDEA!

President Swift: Benji, you're the type of athlete and character we need around here in MY EBW. Get that guys? MY EBW. I'm the President. It's also the FAN'S EBW, and they love Benjamin. The kid can go. He's the best bout machine of our promotion in my book, and he's getting his due. Don't like it? Well win the damn match and claim the Television Championship!

Benjamin: Look guys, I'm going out there to win at Black Friday. You should do the same .That's all there is to it.

Firebrand X: ....I don't like being told by my juniors....but he has a point.

Subculture: Fine. Still, I can't help but thinking we're forgetting something. It's certainly not that Tack match. Dude's an idiot, and I hope he falls off the ladder hard, and-

Pirate Bill: *in the rafters* YARRR!!!

Subculture: DO NOT TELL CHRISTINA!

Firebrand X: How does he keep getting up there?

Youngtown Auditorium - Entrance

Mav Valentine pulled up in his sports car, and gave autographs to the fans, posing with them as they took pictures. As he walked towards the door, w00t stood in his way.

Mav Valentine: w00t? Aren't you busy trying to ruin Mach's life?

w00t: Oh trust me, I've got time and contempt for both of you. I'm never going to forgive or forget.

Mav Valentine: That's your problem. Why don't you get behind your computer like you've been doing, and see if I give a damn. Spoilers....I don't....I mean obviously. You suck.

w00t: How color and articulate. Such maturity for OUR Champion, but how much longer is THAT going to last?

Mav Valentine: As long as I want it to.

w00t: Black Friday could turn out to be your biggest challenge, and your biggest failure. The title loss has a way of changing people. It's almost like they're cursed. It turns people into irrational whining shells of their former selves. It taints the purest hearts. It makes the mighty look like clowns. When your time is over, and you've fallen as far as you can, I wonder, if you'll come crawling back.

Mav Valentine: I guarantee you one thing, no matter what happens, I'll never come crawling back to you.

w00t: We'll see. We'll see.

As Mav brushed by w00t, another figure stood on the opposite side of the door way. The black man in the purple suit, closed his book loudly, causing Mav to turn around.

Dae Montell: Of course, if you're worried he might be right, you could always enlist the help of a manager that can....get things done. All it requires is a signature in my book.

Mav Valentine: No thanks.

Dae Montell: You don't want to be a failure do you? You don't want to go back to the way things were? Being forgotten is one thing, but after winning the "Big One", and proving yourself time and time again. That builds up pride and ego. Vanity is something I understand. It's something I can work with Mav. I can ensure that you always remain at the top.

Mav Valentine: I'll take my chances on my own, and I'll stand on my own two feet. I don't need you. I don't need anyone.

Dae Montell: A man who stands alone. You think you're brave? Some would say foolish.

Mav Valentine: Excuse me, but who even are you? You stand around back here looking to manage people, or so you say, but so far, all I've seen is you sowing seeds of discord and stirring the pot.

Dae Montell: I'm the "Enticing Sound", and the thing that bothers you most is that I make a lot of sense to you. You're tempted....you're very tempted to make a deal, to ensure your future. All it takes is a signature. Remember that. The book is open....right until the very end. I'll be watching.

Mav Valentine: ....





Larry Grim: Hello EBW fans! We're in Youngtown for the time ever, to bring you another Xperience! A few years back, this was the alien abduction capitol of Eagleland! I have nothing to add to that.

Makoto Angel: We're on the last couple stops before Black Friday! We have Xperience, and we have Level Up Wrestling, and then, perhaps one of the biggest events of the year. It's exciting. I'm nervous though, because Tack is in action, with the future of his....ability to procreate....on the line. Now me personally, I love our huge, weird, extended family, so part of me is happy with things just the way they are. If we couldn't have any more children, it would all right. However, another part of me, a voice in the back of my head, insists that he HAS to have many more children, or the future of the universe will be in peril. Like, I think I KNEW that already, but it's hard to tell, because Tack likes to whisper it into our ears while we sleep...for like hours. I don't remember what's real or not anymore.

Larry Grim: Well I could tell you, but I've recently been told that if I give away spoilers I'll be fired, and I really really like this job. Since Grim Reaper isn't even a job that exists anymore, I'm pretty much stuck here.

Makoto Angel: How does death work without reapers?

Larry Grim: Well you see-WAIT I CAN'T TELL YOU!

Makoto Angel: OH YEAH! I'M SO SORRY!

Larry Grim *sigh* That was close. Let's just focus on the show shall we? We have some big matches tonight, but we already have a few if you're watching with ENN+. Magnum PT continues his winning streak, and continues to claim to be "King of the Mustache". I even saw Dick Wagner looking impressed with the win.

Makoto Angel: I keep forgetting he works here.

Larry Grim: Alison Chains has returned after finishing up obligations elsewhere, to get a win over Gold in a very good contest. One you should get ENN+ for, and not watch the clips on youtube. If you do turnoff adblock and-no, I can't do it. NEVER turn off adblock.

Makoto Angel: The young man with the reputation for the best bouts, Benjamin, scored a victory over Dirk Laramie, who continues to fall to the wayside.

Larry Grim: It's like he lost his relevance the moment PT came back, and Neon Nights ended. We DID win the Neon Rookie Cup, but that doesn't mean as much anymore. It could be worse though, he could be Manu Kalani.

Makoto Angel: I forgot about him too!

Larry Grim: Exactly.

Makoto Angel: I feel so bad!

Larry Grim: With the Luchadors in Anahauc, and guys like Manu Kalani wanting a spot, Dirk better get a win soon, or he'll be on the outs and-

Dirk Laramie: Hey! I'm standing right here! That last match JUST ended before Xperience came on! That is SO rude! I was going to invite you guys to have some beers in the panel van with me and Dick, but you can forget it!

Makoto Angel: I don't drink.

Larry Grim: I CAN'T drink! Let's take it to the ring!

EBW: Xperience
Youngtown Auditorium, Youngtown
ENN

0. Singles: Magnum PT beat Misogynist Paul via Mustache Ride -> Pin
0. Women's Singles: Alison Chains beat Gold via Backhand Wonderland x Package Piledriver -> Pin
0. Singles: Benjamin beat Dirk Laramie via Spear -> Pin
1. EBW World Tag Team Championship: Kinniku Mike/Amigo[o] beat w00t(c)/Maurice(c)[x] via Bridging Hagen Suplex -> Pin -> NEW EBW World Tag Team Champions!
-The opening match saw a hard hitting World Tag Team Championship rematch, with Paradise Collection challenging w00t and Maurice. More of the same athletic excellence you'd expect from the three members of the SURGE Generation, and the crafty w00t. A fun spot saw Amigo lose it, and hit the Hagen Suplex on Maurice. When w00t tried to get involved he suplexed him too. When Mike tried to blind tag, Amigo lifted him halfway for the Hagen, before remembering who he was. Maurice brought the comeback for his team with a series of hard shots to Mike, but only after some pocket sand assistance from w00t. As Amigo tried to tag in, w00t ran around the outside to hit the wKo. As the ref tried to get everything back under control, Challenge Champion Trevor Mach ran out with a chair, and clobbered Maurice in the side of the head. He then whipped Mike into his corner, before rolling out of the ring, and sitting in the dented chair. Amigo tagged in and lifted Maurice for the Bridging Hagen Suplex, to score the victory, and the EBW World Tag Team Championships.

Larry Grim: Whoa! A big win for Paradise Collection! The best tag team in my opinion, they never should have lost the titles in the first place, but I'm glad to see they have them back. We're VERY biased aren't we?

Makoto Angel: Tack's friend Trevor with the save there! He saw the cheating and evened the score.

Larry Grim: My buddy and former co-worker has something to say from the looks of it.

Makoto Angel: Co-worker?

Larry Grim: That's not a spoiler, cause everybody knew it, but then they forgot. I can't help that.

Trevor Mach: I owed you that one Maurice. I owed you w00t. You got interest coming your way too. You play games with my life, and dig your hooks into one of my best friends? Yeah, we're not done by a long shot, but I'm here for someone else. You know who. Picky Picky Picky! I don't feel like waiting for Black Friday. Get your ass out here right now. Come on Picky! Picky Picky Picky! Don't make me come looking for you kid! NOW! 

Picky Minch: Kid? You call me kid? After everything we've been through, you have the nerve to call me kid? I'm not a kid anymore Mach. I'm a grown man. You don't have to come looking for me. I'm right here. 

Trevor Mach: Yeah, you're right there aren't you, but you're not in here. You're not in the ring. 

Picky Minch: I'm not afraid of you. I'll step in there right now. I'm here, looking at you face to face, and the once unbeatable beast, at least in my young eyes, looks like just a normal guy to me now.  I'm seeing you at eye level, and I'm not impressed with you anymore. They might still be. They might be following your story. I bet most of them are sick of you though. Sick of you hogging the spotlight all these years. Sick of you being at the top. Sick of-

Trevor Mach: You're getting into the same old bullshit Picky. You want to place blame on me for so many things don't you? I can feel your incrimination and your judgement. I'm fine with that. We like it when the fans have our back, but we don't get into this sport expecting them to carry us through. Sometimes, you have to do what you've got to do, whether anyone else likes it or not. You know about that don't you? Want to be loved? Go be a movie star. I've planted my feet in this ring, and held up my torch, for a long time, and I'm JUST GETTING STARTED! I will NOT apologize for fighting for what's mine. You are not OWED MY SPOT! The world's full of monsters Picky. I've fought monsters, and I've been a monster. I won't apologize for any of it. You want the spotlight, I can do what I've done before. I can go up to the rafters, pull down the damn thing and give it to you. You want me spot? You have to take it from me. You want this title? Take it! I dare you to try! Right here and now. We don't have to wait. 

Picky Minch: I want to wait...just a little longer. I've waited so many years. I can wait a little longer. I want to do this on Black Friday, so I can know that my Thanksgiving ended with the triumph I deserve. That's the date of our title match. That's the date I earned by my blood, sweat, and tears. I came back for this. I didn't come back to be your manager, training partner, or meek sidekick again. I'm SUPPOSED to be labeled a loser for the rest of my life apparently. The way the fans boo, they don't think I deserve this. I'm not SUPPOSED to beat you at Black Friday. I'm not SUPPOSED to be standing here today, but I am. Kids that come from broken homes, and are left out in the cold, aren't supposed to graduate college like I did. I wasn't supposed to be able to come back after all these years and be a successful wrestler, but I am. I'm not a bit player. I'm not a background character. I ain't no NPC. I know you'd rather die than lose to me. I know it eats you up inside, thinking that yet ANOTHER one of the guys you tried to take "under your wing" is going to use what they learned against you and batter you in the ring. Bashin Dan and Mav Valentine, are going to go to war over the World Championship. The Triple Crown. Me? I'm going after something that's more important to me, and that's the title you have, and it's more important because YOU HAVE IT! Me winning the Challenge Championship means, I beat Trevor Mach. 

Trevor Mach: I want you to try as hard as you can, to beat that boogeyman. The "Bad Man" inside your head, that lives there rent free. Try and beat me in the ring, in Bushido Rules. Try your absolute best. I want you to think you're going to win, because I've made a career out of proving people wrong. I've made a life out of making people eat their words. Come for this title. Come and get me Picky. Take your shot.

Picky Minch: ...At Black Friday...I intend to.

2. Women's Singles: Kaie beat Christina Angel via DQ
-Hard hitting action from the two ladies, with Christina's new mean streak and confidence even catching Kaie off guard. Late in the match she tried to bring brass knuckles into the match, given to her by Duvalie, but Christina caught them grabbed them, and used them in front of the referee, resulting in a DQ.

Makoto Angel: Whoa! Christina, what are you doing?

Christina Angel: What? What's that Makoto? I heard you from over here. What am I doing? Do you see these? They wanted to use these against me, because they didn't think they could beat me without them. I'm getting too good, too mad, too fired up, and too dangerous for them. I'm the Eisenritter Hunter now, and I'm coming for Erica. Hope had the title shot, but she passed for more personal things. I respect that, but at Black Friday, I'm going to win the 6-Woman Tag, and when I do, I'll be able to pick the stipulation for our match Erica. "Queen", you're going to get your hair added to my collection. Speaking of which.

Larry Grim: Christina's going for Kaie's hair, but the Celtic Warrior has escaped the ring. The Eisenritter really don't know what they've unleashed on themselves. Christina Angel is in kill or be kill mode. Eisenritter, and whoever else signed that petition had better watch their backs.

3. Handicap: Bashin Dan beat Chad Salad/Danny Leung[x] via Brave Clash x Ankle Lock -> Submission
-In a short, but exciting match, Bashin Dan was able to out wrestle two members of the Heat Parade in Handicap action. Danny said NO PUSH as he was hit with the Brave Clash, which Dan turned into an Ankle Lock, and forced a Submission victory.

Bashin Dan: That was fun. It wasn't much of a challenge, but I appreciate the effort guys. Mav Valentine, count your days as the Champ. Hold those titles close, because the "Dangerous Player" is hungry like never before. I just hope when it's over, we can be friends.

4. Last Man Standing on a Ladder Match: Tack Angel beat Cade via 10 Count on a Ladder? Special Referee: Subculture
-In another wacky word salad match, Tack Angel took on Cade in a Last Man Standing on a Ladder Match. The rules were simple enough I guess. Stand on the ladder for 10 Seconds, while your opponent is down. Cade wanted no part of these antics, but Subculture threatened to count him out, so he stepped into the ring. A straight forward match for most of the proceedings. The ladder didn't come into play until Cade his the Cadebreaker on Tack and rolled him out of the ring. Subculture counted as Cade stood atop the ladder, but Tack managed to roll back in and push him off the ladder by 9. They battered each other with the ladder for the remainder of the bout, with Tack finally hitting a high kick and a Clutch Winged Angel to keep Cade down. Tack tried to stand on the ladder, but the damage made it hard to do. He propped it in the corner and climbed, with an eye rolling Subculture counting to 10, giving Tack the win. After the match Cadmus ran down to help Cade, and they both flipped Tack to the outside with the ladder. Subculture took a swing at Cadmus, but Cade jumped him from behind with the Cadebreaker.

Cadmus: You think these games are going to distract us from our goals Tack? At Black Friday, I take the most important thing you have from you. No longer will you and your ilk continue to spawn and multiply. It makes me sick thinking about what you've already done. Your Star Kingdom will NEVER become a true reality. It'll remain a silly little city made of crystal, but the Dark Star Empire WILL rise.

Makoto Angel: ....I don't like that guy.

Larry Grim: Yeah, no kidding.

Makoto Angel: I hope Chrissy and Helios are watching this. Cadmus is a bad man kids. A BAD MAN!

Larry Grim: You let Helios watch this?

Makoto Angel: OH...you're right! Maybe we shouldn't! Avert your gaze!

5. Non-Title Singles: Mav Valentine beat Jammer via Top Rope Mav Buster -> Pin
-Main event time, as the balling "Slam Master" battled the Triple Crown World Champion Mav Valentine, in the final bout before his showdown with Bashin Dan at Black Friday. A high velocity match, with Jammer matching the champ strike for strike and hold for hold. Jammer hit a curb stomp on Mav, and went up to the top rope for the Slam Jam, but Mav rushed to meet him up top and hit a big Mav Buster from the top rope for the pin and the win.

Larry Grim: Excellent match. Both guys really laid it all out, and Mav didn't hold back, despite that risky final move possibly injuring him. He's grabbing a mic.

Mav Valentine: I'm days away from another challenge. Another big mountain to climb here. Bashin Dan, you were considering the "Supernova". You were poised to be the "ACE", but you had other things on your mind. You weren't committed to the lofty standard of being where I am. That's the truth of it. If you were, you might be here with this belt, with me breathing down your neck, hungry for a shot. You're great, and maybe even the 2nd best, but I believe in myself, and I believe I am the VERY best! I've shown it. I fought my way up from VBW. I was wrestling in elementary school gyms, bleeding, and nearly dying, for a "hot dog and a handshake". Now, I'm at the top of the world, and with my will, and these hands, I'm going to pull down the brass ring, and keep it. I'm going to walk in as THE CHAMPION of wrestling, and I'm going to walk out the same way. The Triple Crown World Champion....Mav Valentine. I'll see you at Black Friday "Dangerous Player".