Renegade Arena - Parking Lot

Kid Havok and Mrs. Xtra were running to the lot, as Tali Mach wheeled herself towards the building. 

Tali Mach: Out of my way. 

Mrs. Xtra: Whoa whoa whoa! Hold on Tali! 

Kid Havok: Ow! She ran over my foot! 

Mrs. Xtra: Tali please! Tell us it's not true! You're not serious about this are you?! 

Tali Mach: Do I look like I'm joking? You think I can't do it! 

Mrs. Xtra: Wha-N–NO! I never said that! 

Kid Havok: She's still on my foot! 

Tali Mach: Paula talks a lot of trash, and that's one thing, I can let that go. Words don't hurt. The accident that put me in this chair? THAT hurt. Paula playing mind games? That's fine too. She wants to hurt my daughter though. That's enough to get me motivated. That's enough to fire me up. I'm struggling being the support when I want to bring the offense, so I'm going to go to that ring tonight, and I'm going to challenge Paula. 

Mrs. Xtra: Yeah but-

Tali Mach: When you live in a land of Renegades, don't be surprised when someone does something they're told they can't. Now let me through. 

Mrs. Xtra: Uh…go right ahead. Wow, she's something huh?

Kid Havok: I think my foot is broken.

 
“Skillet - Feel Invincible”



Tommy Dukes: Whoa! 

Nerma: Whoa! 

Tommy Dukes: Whoa! 

Nerma: Whoa! 

Tommy Dukes: Whoa! 

Nerma: Whoa! 

Tommy and Nerma: WHOA! 

Tommy Dukes: Welcome to Havok! We're home in Renegade Arena, but did you hear what was just announced?! Tali Mach-

Nerma: Wants to fight?! 

Tommy Dukes: No way this is happening right?!

"The Rumble's" VIP Room

Mrs. Xtra: You're not actually going to let her do this are you?! 

Darius Grouch: Are you presuming you can ask me about my affairs? 

Mrs. Xtra: Uh….

Darius Grouch: I will allow what I allow, and if I allow Metal Rush then I will allow a wounded warrior going out in a blaze of glory if that's what she wants. It's something that can be bet on, and that is what matters to me. Now, get out, but bring me a martini first. *lights cigar* 

Mrs. Xtra: …Uh…alright then?

-

Tommy Dukes: Well alright then! This is going to be brutal! Not sure I want to stay for it! 

Nerma: It's insane, but Tali Mach is one of the toughest people I know. I'm sure she's got a plan up her sleeves. Right?

Tommy Dukes: …

Nerma: *sigh*

Backstage

The Lakitu following Tali was now catching the last moments of her speaking with Trevor Mach before he made his way towards the ring. He was blocked by Zyro Kurogane. 

Zyro Kurogane: Hold it right there Mach. 

Trevor Mach: Can it wait? A little busy here. 

Zyro Kurogane: I owe you for the assists recently. 

Trevor Mach: We've got a common enemy. Don't think too much about it. We're even.

Zyro Kurogane: Oh good, I didn't want that hanging over my head. It's annoying. 

Trevor Mach: Right. 

Zyro Kurogane: But just so you know, any time Blood 4 Blood needs a little Shogun Steel and Sex Appeal in regards to Metal Rush. Samurai Ifrit might just show up. 

Trevor Mach: Not sure what we'd use the sex appeal for unless Mike wants to steal Ness' wife. I wouldn't recommend doing that. Still, you never know. Thanks. You're alright Zyro-K.

Zyro Kurogane: Actually I'm not. 

Trevor Mach: …Alright so you're a douchebag, but you're an alright douchebag. 

Little Mac: Mach! Let's do this! 

Trevor Mach: Worry about yourself tonight old timer! Time to go cave in Crono's face. 

Zyro Kurogane: Let it rip.

Trevor Mach: A piece of advice. Don't underestimate Ness tonight, not for a second. 

Zyro Kurogane: Noted.

EBW: Havok
Renegade Arena, Saturn City
ENT

1. Bushido Rules Singles: Trevor Mach vs. Crono
-In the intense Bushido Rules match between Trevor Mach and Crono, the atmosphere was charged with anticipation as both warriors stepped into the ring adorned in MMA gloves and shorts, ready to engage in a battle that blurred the lines between wrestling and mixed martial arts. With no rope breaks and the risk of a loss through ring outs, the stakes were higher than ever. From the opening bell, it was evident that neither competitor was holding back. Crono wasted no time in targeting Trevor Mach's vulnerable spots, focusing his relentless assault on Trevor's back and knees, aiming to weaken his opponent's defenses and gain the upper hand. Meanwhile, Trevor unleashed a barrage of punches, each one landing with precision and force, causing Crono's nose to bleed profusely. As the match progressed, the intensity only continued to escalate, with both men refusing to back down. The ring echoed with the sound of flesh meeting flesh as they traded devastating strikes and punishing holds, each one pushing themselves to their absolute limits in pursuit of victory. In a pivotal moment, Crono managed to land a vicious elbow strike that sent Trevor crashing to the canvas, dazed and disoriented. Seizing the opportunity, Crono unleashed a relentless barrage of ground and pound, raining down elbows upon Trevor with ruthless precision. With Trevor unable to defend himself, the referee had no choice but to call for the stoppage, declaring Crono the winner of the grueling Bushido Rules match.
Winner: Crono via Ground Elbows -> Referee Stoppage 

Tommy Dukes: WOW! Crono beats Trevor at his own game? 

Nerma: Never underestimate a silent protagonist appears to be the lesson for the Bad Man. I'm shocked that it ended that way, as Subculture and Picky Minch are carrying him away. Cade Yaggis appears to be challenging Crono next. Could we see that match next? 

Tommy Dukes: This is what Bushido Rules is all about though. Did you see that coming? Incredible shocker, even if I'm NOT a fan of Metal Rush. I WAS a fan of Crono and CTW at one point. Mach has been a main proponent of the style, and this is one of his biggest losses under the ruleset. I think the last we've seen a result like this was the series of bouts between Mach and JDF. 

Nerma: Oh yeah! That happened! Awesome! 

Tommy Dukes: Well hold on folks, cause that was the first of what could be many surprises tonight. Little Mac and Master Lu are returning to the ring! Tali Mach is apparently having a match! Folks, this isn't a plot for ratings, and we're not pulling the rug out from under you. We're going all in, and this is happening! Let's take it to the ring!

2. Tag: Hotlanta/Generator vs. Little Mac/Master Lu
-Next up, an unbelieveable tag team clash between Metal Rush's Hotlanta and Generator and the legendary veterans Little Mac and Master Lu, the atmosphere was electric with anticipation as both teams prepared to square off in a battle of experience versus ego. The match erupted into action, with Little Mac showcasing his striking prowess against the show boating high-flying Generator. Little Mac unleashed a flurry of lightning-fast punches, each one landing with pinpoint accuracy as he sought to overwhelm his opponent with sheer speed and power, catching Generator off guard. Meanwhile, Generator countered with a dazzling array of aerial maneuvers, using his agility to evade Little Mac's attacks and launch his own devastating strikes from above. On the other side of the ring, Master Lu wasted no time in asserting his dominance, utilizing his mastery of takedowns and throws that he adapted to in his old age to take control of the match. Lu expertly maneuvered around Hotlanta's brute strength, using his technical expertise to outmaneuver his larger opponent and gain the upper hand with a series of precision strikes and calculated takedowns. As the battle raged on, the Metal Rush team's ego began to show, with Hotlanta and Generator refusing to back down in the face of the veterans' experience. Hotlanta unleashed his raw power, hoisting Lu up with ease before driving him into the turnbuckle with a thunderous Bucklebomb. With Lu reeling from the impact, Hotlanta wasted no time in following up with a devastating Powerslam, driving him into the canvas with bone-jarring force before going for the pin. Despite the valiant efforts of Little Mac and Master Lu, it was ultimately the combination of Metal Rush's ego-driven aggression and raw power that proved to be too much to overcome. As the referee counted the three-count, Hotlanta and Generator emerged victorious, their egos inflated even further by their triumph over the legendary veterans.
Winners: Hotlanta[o]/Generator via Bucklebomb x Powerslam on Master Lu -> Pin 

Tommy Dukes: The veterans had a little ring rust, but they gave the #1 Contenders a fight. Sal Paradise was watching closely, and I thought he was writing some notes down, but he was just taking down the number of a lady in the front row. Figures. 

Nerma: Hotlanta and Generator are veterans themselves, but Lu and Mac still have about twenty years on them.  The Metal Rush duo are hungry to win the belts back, and we don't know if Darius Grouch has any VIP cards to hand out this time. Speaking of Darius Grouch….

Backstage

Mrs. Xtra: I'm backstage right now, and I'm not joined by my husband Mav Valentine, cause he's off making a buddy cop movie with Jackson Kain. I am however joined by Fighter Daron, and -Brrrr, it just got really cold in here. Sound…sound is not traveling as far. I'm finding it hard to breathe. 

Fighter Daron: Hey! That's not funny! 

Mrs. Xtra: I'm not joking! 

Fighter Daron: Grrr! I'm here, because I'm tired of being misused and mistreated by management! That's right, I'm talking about you "Rumble". I found out who you REALLY are! You see this?! These files? They have everything I need to bring you down and expose you "Rumble"! I demand a full time contract! I demand to receive my due! I'm a talented fighter! I'm NOT the "Heat Vacuum" like everyone is calling me! I'm shrewd! I'm going to get what I wa-

Fighter Daron quieted down and backed away as Darius Emmanuel Grouch III stepped into the shot. 

Darius Grouch: Wow. I will not be blackmailed by some ineffectual, privileged, effete, soft penis, debutante. Do you want to start a street fight with me, bring it on, but you're going to be surprised by how ugly it gets. You think you know my real name? I'm the *bleep*ing Lizard King. So what's it going to be Daron?

Fighter Daron: I uh…will give you…all of this…and I'll go sit in the locker room and wait to be booked. 

Darius Grouch: Smart man. 

3. Women's Singles: Wendy Mustang vs. Mitra Lennox 
-Next up, a match between former Women's World Champion Wendy Mustang and one half of the Women's World Tag Team Champions Mitra Lennox. As the match got underway, Wendy wasted no time in asserting her dominance, launching a relentless barrage of strikes that rattled Mitra from the outset. Each blow landed with thunderous force, driving Mitra back and forcing her to retreat, unable to find an opening to mount a counterattack. Refusing to be outmatched, Mitra attempted to shift the momentum in her favor, utilizing her technical skills to try and ground Wendy and wear her down with a series of grappling maneuvers. However, Wendy proved to be a formidable opponent, shrugging off Mitra's attempts to take the fight to the mat and continuing to press forward with her relentless onslaught. As the battle raged on, the tension outside the ring began to boil over, with Darkness Aoi attempting to interject herself into the match on behalf of her teammate Mitra. However, her interference was swiftly thwarted by the timely intervention of Lainey Strong, who intercepted Aoi and prevented her from getting involved in the action. With the distractions outside the ring neutralized, Wendy seized the opportunity to capitalize on her momentum and put an end to the contest. Summoning all her strength and determination, Wendy unleashed her signature Front Flip Lariat, connecting with devastating impact and flooring Mitra for the decisive victory.
Winner: Wendy Mustang via Front Flip Lariat -> Pin 

Backstage

Zyro-K was working out as Kid Havok approached him. 

Kid Havok: Wow, working out hard….and when I walked by the restroom earlier I heard ya peeing really loud, so that's great. 

Zyro Kurogane: What?! 

Kid Havok: Nothing! So how are you feeling for this match tonight? 

Zyro Kurogane: Well, I got some devastating news from my psychologist, who just told me that acknowledging your feelings with the express purpose of trying to get rid of them so you can get stuff done is not, in fact, acknowledging your feelings. 

Kid Havok: Oh yeah?

Zyro Kurogane: Doesn't matter Bey-Bey, cause Zyro-K is here to win it all. I want that World Championship back, wrapped around the Shogun Steel Sex Appeal. *wink*

Kid Havok: …He's so cool.

Elsewhere backstage, Trevor Mach was limping behind Tali Mach as she rolled towards the ring. 

Trevor Mach: You sure about this Tali? 

Tali Mach: I know what I have to do. You let yourself get too distracted earlier. I know a distracted Trevor when I see one, cause you have ADHD and that's pretty much all the time. But you knew I was here, and knew what I wanted to do. You just have to trust me. 

Trevor Mach: Tali….I trust you…always. Go out there and kic- beat her up. You got this. 

Tali Mach: Thanks. It's time to-

Hope Mach: *signing* Mom, what are you doing? 

Tali Mach: Oh no, she found out. *signing* I'm dealing with this issue the only way I know how Hope. 

Hope Mach: *signing* Mom, you can't walk, how are you expecting to face her? 

Tali Mach: *signing* I don't doubt you overcoming your obstacles, don't doubt me overcoming mine. 

Hope Mach: …

Trevor Mach: *signing* Trust her kid. 

Hope Mach: …*signing* Good luck Mom. 

Tali Mach: Love you two. I'd say the ring is a hop, skip, and a jump away, but…I'm just gonna roll with it. 

Tali Mach rolled down to the ring as the crowd went wild for her appearance. She made it to the ring and lifted herself out of the chair and pulled herself into the ring. 

Tali Mach: Paula, you've talked a lot of trash, and you've humiliated my family. Sometimes, I do in fact give a *bleep*. Yeah Trevor stopped swearing, I haven't. I got a jar, it's obviously full. Paula, I can't STAND up to you, but I can meet you down here, in the ring where it matters. I'm not even asking for a title shot. You keep your title. I'm not here for wins, losses, title reigns, merch sales, or any of that *bleep*. I'm here to beat you, humble you, and shut you down. Do you have the guts to face a crippled woman Paula? Half of my body is out of the equation, so you actually have a chance. 

Paula: Tali, you disappoint me. I figured you'd have learned something from all of your mistakes. You're crippled because of your poor choices. You're crippled because of your drinking. Are you drunk now? You must be. I pity you, falling off the wagon like that. People held you up as the standard for this division. My only mistake was ever allowing that to happen. I wouldn't have drank myself into a wheelchair. 

Tali Mach: You done? Cause I'm still here, and I'm ready to fight. 

Paula: What kind of fight could you possibly give me? 

Tali Mach: Amatuer Rules *bleep*, it's just that simple. No strikes, just groundwork, and a one count on the pin. Don't bother with submissions to my lower half. It won't get you anywhere. 

Paula: Cute….real cute. Fine Tali, I'll acquiesce to you needing some sort of attention. Perhaps you feel you need a proper retirement match? I'll send you back to your farm with humility.

Tali Mach: Love to see you try.

4. Women's Non-Title Amatuer Rules Singles: Paula vs. Tali Mach 
-In an unprecedented clash of styles and circumstances, Tali Mach, despite being paralyzed from the waist down, went onto the mat to face off against the formidable Women's World Champion, Paula, in an amateur wrestling rules match. The bout promised to be a test of skill and determination, as Tali's mastery of mat-based grappling collided with Paula's championship-caliber prowess. As the match commenced, Paula, confident in her abilities, anticipated a straightforward victory against her less mobile opponent. However, to her surprise, Tali proved to be a resilient and crafty adversary, immediately engaging Paula in a series of intense grappling exchanges. Despite her physical limitations, Tali showcased remarkable technique and determination, utilizing her expertise in mat-based wrestling to catch Paula off guard and nearly secure a pinfall within the opening moments of the match. The champion, caught off balance by Tali's unexpected resilience, found herself struggling to maintain control against her determined opponent. The contest unfolded as a back-and-forth battle of grappling prowess, with both competitors vying for position and attempting to outmaneuver each other on the mat. Just when it seemed that Tali might secure a shocking upset victory, the match took a dramatic turn as Ripper Jane, sensing the tide turning against her ally Paula, intervened in the bout, seeking to tip the scales in her favor. Her interference disrupted the flow of the match and incited chaos within the ring, leading to the referee calling for the bell and awarding Tali Mach the victory by disqualification.
Winner: Tali Mach via DQ 

Nerma: NO! Tali was winning that! She was actually winning that! She was working through her paralysis and actually hanging with the Women's World Champion. 

Tommy Dukes: They go way back, so Tali knew exactly how to counter Paula and keep those shoulders up. Also, having to rely on nothing but upper body strength definitely paid off. Here comes Hope and Dem Girlz to get Tali out of the ring. Hope is jaw jacking with Ripper Jane and Paula. We know Hope and Jane are going to throw down soon enough, but I want to see Hope take on Paula again as well. 

Nerma: Jessy and Jenny are hoisting up Tali on their shoulders. She can leave the ring with her head held high. She REALLY inspired a lot of people tonight, myself included. That was incredibly brave. That never say die attitude persists in Tali, as it should with anyone in her situation. 

Tommy Dukes: I'm told she is receiving pay for the match tonight, but it's going to be donated to charities that help with paralysis, and I think everyone should do their part and donate as well. That's a worthy cause we can get behind. 

Nerma: Absolutely. Thank you for everything Tali.

Tommy Dukes: Paula certainly looking surprised she nearly lost to Tali, that's for sure. 

5. Singles: Boz vs. Boomtown
-Next up, the grizzled drifter Boz squared off against the young and agile World Tag Team Champion Boomtown. Boomtown, fueled by his recent growth and development under the tutelage of Sal Paradise, wasted no time in utilizing his speed and agility to mount an early offensive onslaught against his enigmatic opponent. However, Boz, known for his resilience and unorthodox tactics, proved to be a formidable adversary, weathering Boomtown's attacks with stoic determination. As the match progressed, Boomtown continued to showcase his athleticism and innovative offense, utilizing a combination of high-flying maneuvers and technical strikes to keep Boz on his toes. Despite Boomtown's best efforts, Boz appeared unfazed by his opponent's onslaught, countering with a methodical and calculated approach of his own. Hotlanta, Metal Rush's powerhouse, made his presence felt at ringside. Boomtown, caught off guard by the distraction, found himself vulnerable to Boz's relentless assault. Boz was disappointed that Boomtown turned his back on him, but also seemed angry at Hotlanta for getting involved. He told Hotlanta to leave, as the Metal Rush member tossed him a shirt and left laughing. Boz seized control of the match, delivering a thunderous Powerbomb to Boomtown that sent shockwaves through the ring. 1-2-3!
Winner: Boz via Powerbomb -> Pin 

Backstage

Zyro Kurogane was making his way to the ring for his match, when he was stopped by Seto Kaiba and Grind. 

Zyro Kurogane: Look at this. You guys never travel alone, do you? I specifically asked Mike and Isiah to stay back for this. When I beat your boss, it's going to be with my own hands. 

Seto Kaiba: You think you're hot *shit* but you're not even a third rate duelist with a fourth rate deck. You don't have a deck! You have a top! 

Zyro Kurogane: I have a top, I was on top, and I'll be on top again.  You, meanwhile, have an ill gotten Ring, and a lousy card from a crap card game. 

Seto Kaiba: Making fun of the Blue Eyes White Dragon? Is that some sort of peasant joke that I'm too rich to understand? You know, you remind me of the jerks that used to bully me as a kid. That's the thing about people like me though. You can bully me as a kid, but I'm going to be your boss when it's all said and done. I will own you because Metal Rush will own you "Zyro-K". I have the meta strats. 

Zyro Kurogane: Oh yeah? Meta this and meta that. Have you ever meta girl before? Wait, I know what you're going to say. "I've never lost my virginity, because I never lose." Is that right? It can't be though. You lost to Dan. That's why you hightailed it to Havok, and ran for cover in Samurai Ifrit. 

Seto Kaiba: Cute. Luckily I'm not your opponent tonight. I would end you. You can't beat me, you can't beat Ilya Fedorovich either. People love to abandon you. Hear those fans cheering? They'll abandon you too…when Ness proves you're not ready for prime time. Be ready to quit after tonight Zyro-K.

Zyro Kurogane: My father may have raised an emotionally vacant child with severe depression and anxiety….but he didn't raise a quitter! 

Seto Kaiba: …What?

6. World Championship: Ness(c) vs. Zyro Kurogane
-In a highly anticipated showdown for the World Championship, the champion Ness, representing the nefarious Metal Rush faction, faced off against the fan-favorite Zyro Kurogane in a clash of generations and ideologies. The atmosphere was electric as both competitors entered the ring, ready to leave it all on the line for championship gold. As the bell rang, the match kicked off with a flurry of action, with both Ness and Zyro exchanging stiff strikes and technical maneuvers in a display of pure athleticism. Zyro, fueled by the support of the crowd, unleashed a barrage of strikes, including lightning-fast punches and devastating kicks, aiming to gain an early advantage over his cunning opponent. However, Ness, a master of mind games and manipulation, proved to be a formidable adversary, countering Zyro's offense with a combination of power moves and underhanded tactics. The match ebbed and flowed, with neither competitor willing to give an inch in their pursuit of victory. As the match progressed, the action intensified, with both Ness and Zyro pulling out all the stops to secure the prestigious World Championship. Zyro showcased his high-flying prowess with a breathtaking Springboard Moonsault, only to be met with a vicious Clothesline from Ness that nearly took his head off. Moments later, Zyro gained the upper hand with a series of lightning-quick strikes, including a devastating Shining Wizard that rocked Ness to his core. The crowd erupted in anticipation as Zyro went for the pin, but Ness managed to kick out at the last possible moment, much to the disbelief of everyone in attendance. With the match hanging in the balance, Seto Kaiba, lurking at ringside, attempted to tip the scales in Ness's favor. Zyro-K hit the Let it Rip finisher. The fans were behind him as the Samurai Ifrit leader went for the pin, but Rufus quickly got Ness's foot on the ropes. Zyro kicked Rufus away, but Ness recovered quickly and sent Zyro crashing to the mat with a thunderous PK Rockin'. With the crowd on the edge of their seats, Ness capitalized on the opportunity, hooking Zyro's leg. 1-2-KICKOUT! Even Ness looked shocked as Zyro-K fought back to his feet. Zyro-K fought back and hit the Let it Rip one more time. 1-2-KICKOUT! The crowd were on fire as they both jumped up and threw hands. Ness took control and hit yet another PK Rockin'! 1-2-KICKOUT! Zyro-K was shaken, but still fought back to his feet. As they continued to throw down, the bell rang, signaling the end of the bout in a Time Limit Draw. Ness retained, but just barely, as the match could have gone either way. 
Winner: Time Limit Draw -> Title Defense! 

Tommy Dukes: Unreal! Zyro Kurogane took Ness to the limit! Zyro-K is legit! 

Nerma: Ness looks like he wants to keep going, but Poo, Grind, Kaiba, and Rufus Poochyfud are trying to hold him back! It's taking Paula coming out to calm him down! 

Tommy Dukes: Zyro Kurogane wants to keep going too! Incredible! This has been an amazing night, and if you're not TOO worn out by all this action, you may want to check out Rumble City! No, you DEFINITELY want to check it out! The finals of the E1 Team League and TWO Rumble City bouts you won't want to miss! GOODNIGHT EVERYBODY!

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"Beast in Black - Killed by Death Cover"



Larry Grim: Welcome to River City aka Rumble City, because tonight we're going to see not one, but two rumbles in the Rumble City! 

Tommy Dukes: It's a big night that will set the stage for Victory Explosion and the months to come, as we slap the rings together and fill them with twenty women first, and then twenty men later, and they battle it out for the right to challenge for the top prizes in the sport at Victory Explosion 18! You all know how it goes by now. You're not here to hear us! 

Nerma: Well they have to KIND OF want to hear us Tommy, or then we don't have a purpose Tommy, and that means we don't have a job Tommy. 

Tommy Dukes: I know my own name! 

Nerma: What? 

Tommy Dukes: I know you're talking to me. You're not saying that to Larry or Apple. You're looking right at me. You're directing the statement at me. You don't have to keep saying my name. 

Nerma: I like your name. 

Tommy Dukes: I'm starting to hate it! 

Apple Kid: …Do we-

Larry Grim: No, don't dive into that at all Apple. Instead, let's dive into the night's big event. This is not a show full of talking. It's a show full of fighting. It's Rumble City, we are live, and we're ready to go. So…uh..Tomm- you…want to say your line? 

Tommy Dukes: I sure do! LET'S TAKE IT TO THE RING!

EBW: Rumble City 2024
River City Gymnasium, River City
ENN+/ENT+

1. Women's Rumble City: Wendy Mustang vs. Usagi Tsukino vs. Darkness Aoi vs. Gianna Rambaldi vs. Lainey Strong vs. Makoto Kino vs. Mitra Lennox vs. Hilda Iceheart vs. Minako Aino vs. Cherry Akintola vs. Rei Hino vs. "Bellerophon" vs. Ami Mizuno vs. Ripper Jane vs. Valarie Dorado vs. Alison Chains vs. Christina Angel vs. Christy Angel vs. Jenny James vs. Jessy James 
-The crowd roared with anticipation as the Women's Rumble City match commenced, featuring a star-studded lineup of some of the fiercest competitors in the wrestling world. Twenty competitors stood ready at the starting line, each with their own eyes set on victory and the coveted opportunity to challenge for the championship. As the buzzer sounded, the first entrant, last year's winner Wendy Mustang, charged into the ring with a determined look on her face, followed closely by Usagi Tsukino. Two fan favorites were given a huge reaction as they shook hands before locking up. They wouldn't be alone for long though, as Darkness Aoi, Gianna Rambaldi, Lainey Strong, and a slew of other fierce competitors entered the fray. The moment "Bellerophon" entered the match, the other combatants made sure the 3Queens "maid" was tossed out, because men competing in and winning women's sports is stupid. The action was fast and furious from the get-go, with bodies flying over the top rope of both rings left and right as the wrestlers battled it out for supremacy. Mitra Lennox showcased her raw power, tossing several opponents out of the ring with ease, while Hilda Iceheart used her cunning strategy to outmaneuver her adversaries. As the match wore on, alliances formed and dissolved in the blink of an eye, with friendships tested and rivalries reignited in the heat of competition. Christy Angel and Jenny James worked together to fend off Ripper Jane, while Valarie Dorado and Alison Chains formed an unlikely partnership to take down their opponents, until Alison realized that Valarie wasn't Jenny or Jessy. She then freaked out when she saw Christy and Christina in the same place once, saying she was seeing double, four Christinas. The Angel sisters tossed out Gianna Rambaldi together before finally locking up, but before the fans could really sink their teeth into the fight, Darkness Aoi sen them packing. Meanwhile, Makoto Kino and Rei Hino, longtime friends and teammates, found themselves facing off in the center of the ring, their bond tested by the desire for victory. With a heavy heart, Makoto summoned her strength and managed to hoist Rei over the top rope, eliminating her friend from the match to the shock of the audience. With only a handful of competitors remaining, including Makoto Kino, Usagi Tsukino, and Darkness Aoi, the tension in the arena reached a fever pitch as each wrestler fought tooth and nail to secure their spot in the winner's circle. In the end, it was Makoto Kino who emerged victorious, last eliminating best friend Usagi Tsukino, and outlasting her opponents and earning herself a shot at the championship at Victory Explosion 18. The crowd erupted in cheers as Makoto celebrated her hard-fought victory.
Winner: Makoto Kino last eliminating Usagi Tsukino 

Apple Kid: YEEEEEEEESSSSS!!!

Larry Grim: I don't believe it, but I should because I've always believed in Makoto, and now she's going to get another shot at Erica, but this time at Victory Explosion 18! Incredible! Makoto fought through nineteen other women and even surpassed the Sailor Sensations team leader to get to this point. 

Nerma: Who let "Bellophony" in there! That dude is getting on my nerves! Keep men out of women's sports! 

Tommy Dukes: Careful, that perfectly reasonable and obviously normal take is somehow controversial by people who would be in mental asylums if those were still a thing. 

Apple Kid: Congratulations to Makoto! Point at the sign! Point at it! 

Larry Grim: Point! Point! Point! 

Apple Kid: She's pointing! I'm clapping cause she's pointing at the sign! 

Larry Grim: This was literally the best outcome for me! 

Apple Kid: It's not Minako, but it'll do! 

Larry Grim: Huh? 

Apple Kid: Nothing! 

Nerma: Well, with the first Rumble City match done and dusted, let's move on to the semi-finals of the E1 Team League shall we? The Mega Power Stars were in first place for the Xcite Block, while Metal Rush ended up in second place, and now they're colliding once again. They drew the last time they fought, but tonight, we MUST have a winner. Also, this is for the World Team Championship Rings, and the fate of "The Storm". 

Larry Grim: We really need that Storm. 

Apple Kid: We're so dry over here. A b-show drought! Get that Storm Rama! Get that Storm! 

Larry Grim: Let's see what our Mega Power Stars can do! 

2. E1 Team League Xcite 1st vs. Havok 2nd - World Team Championship Rings: Rama Raju/Bashin Dan/Takumi Inui/Jaden Yuki vs. Poo(c)/Grind(c)/Seto Kaiba(c)/Crono(c) 
-The atmosphere was electric as the E1 Team League Semi-Final match between the Mega Power Stars and Metal Rush got underway, with both teams hungry for victory and eager to secure their spot in the finals. From the opening bell, it was clear that this would be a fiercely contested battle, with neither team willing to give an inch. Rama Raju, Bashin Dan, Takumi Inui, and Jaden Yuki of the Mega Power Stars showcased their incredible teamwork and skill, while Poo, Grind, Seto Kaiba, and Crono of Metal Rush fought tooth and nail to gain the upper hand. As the match wore on, the tension in the arena reached a fever pitch, with near falls and close calls keeping the crowd on the edge of their seats. Both teams pulled out all the stops, unleashing a barrage of devastating maneuvers in their quest for victory. However, as the momentum seemed to shift in favor of the Mega Power Stars, Metal Rush resorted to underhanded tactics to regain control of the match. Seto Kaiba distracted the referee while Poo delivered a low blow to Jaden Yuki, stunning him long enough for Metal Rush to seize the advantage. Despite the odds stacked against them, the Mega Power Stars fought valiantly, refusing to back down in the face of adversity. But in the end, it was Crono who delivered the decisive blow, unleashing his signature Luminaire on Jaden Yuki and pinning him for the hard-fought victory.
Winners: Poo/Grind/Seto Kaiba/Crono[o] via Luminarie on Jaden Yuki -> Pin -> Title Defense!

Apple Kid: Oh no! 

Larry Grim: A hard loss for our Mega Power Stars, because the Havok team cheated. 

Apple Kid: CHEATERS! 

Tommy Dukes: We don't claim them! That's not Havok, that's Metal Rush! Be grateful you're done dealing with them after this league is over! 

Nerma: We ARE claiming "The Storm" though, even though…they call it "Metal Storm". 

Larry Grim: Well, you might have a "Metal Storm" on your hands, but we have the CXJ Division, and right now one of our top merch sellers is Rains. I know, I'm surprised too. His arch nemesis is Blue Rains as we ALL know, and they were going to have a one-on-one affair, but the despicable Johnny Starbound knows that his future in EBW is dependent on capturing that gold, unless he wants to remain President Swift's janitor. A lot at stake here, as Starbound is caught between two raging currents!

3. EBW CXJ Championship 3-Way: Rains vs. Johnny Starbound vs. Blue Rains
-Next up, the CXJ Championship match got underway, featuring EBW CXJ Champion Rains, former champ Johnny Starbound, and the formidable and nefarious Blue Rains. With the title on the line, the stakes couldn't be higher, and all three competitors were determined to walk away with the coveted championship. Johnny Starbound wasted no time in showcasing his agility and athleticism, using his high-flying prowess to keep both Rains and Blue Rains on their toes. Meanwhile, Rains and Blue Rains relied on their brute strength, cunning, and fist cocking to gain the upper hand whenever possible. Bodies flew through the air as the competitors traded blows and high-risk maneuvers in a relentless pursuit of the championship gold. Rains and Blue Rains engaged in a cock off with fists, but then Rains took control with a BIG DRIZ, and then a BIG DRIZ, and then a BIG DRIZ, and then he howled, and speared Blue Rains. However Johnny quickly tossed Rains out of the ring and hit the 450 Splash off the ropes onto Blue Rains for the 1-2-3. Johnny Starbound reclaimed the EBW CXJ Championship to ire of the crowd. 
Winner: Johnny Starbound via 450 Splash on Blue Rains -> Pin -> NEW EBW CXJ Champion! 

Larry Grim: And Starbound is champ again. GREAT! That's sarcasm by the way. He'd better not try to throw the division under the bus again. I bet Rey Dorado and Fray Tiburon would love to have a word backstage. 

Apple Kid: What if he doesn't speak Anahauc. 

Larry Grim: They both speak Eaglish, and it was metaphorical. 

Apple Kid: Oh…oh right. 

Tommy Dukes: Back to the E1 Team League, up next we have Havok's first place team Blood 4 Blood taking on Xcite's second place team in the Weekend Wrecking Crew. 

Apple Kid: The Bad Dudes EXPLODE…again! 

Nerma: Can it Apple! Both teams are popular with the fans, and feature rising talent and dominant veterans, but only one team can move on to face Metal Rush in the finals of the E1 Team League! Who is it gonna be? 

Tommy Dukes: Let's find out when we TAKE IT TO THE RING!

4. E1 Team League Havok 1st vs. Xcite 2nd: Trevor Mach/Subculture/Cade Yaggis/Picky Minch vs. Tack Angel/Geoff Garrett/Magnum PT/Point Man 
-The tension was thick in the air as Blood 4 Blood and the Weekend Wrecking Crew faced off in the E1 Team League Semi-Final Match. The Bad Dudes, Trevor Mach and Tack Angel, stood on opposite sides of the ring, their gazes locked in determination as they prepared to do battle once again. From the moment the bell rang, the match erupted into a flurry of hard-hitting action. Trevor Mach wasted no time in unleashing his signature knee-based offense, targeting his opponents with precision strikes and punishing blows. Meanwhile, Tack Angel relied on his kicks and technical prowess to assert his dominance in the ring. The Weekend Wrecking Crew fought back with equal ferocity, refusing to back down in the face of Blood 4 Blood's onslaught. Point Man, known for his reliability, seemed off during the match. The momentum swung back and forth between the two teams, with neither side willing to concede defeat. However, in a shocking turn of events, Point Man suddenly tagged himself into the match, only to seemingly allow himself to be rolled up by Cade Yaggis for the pin. The referee's hand slapped the mat for the three count, declaring Blood 4 Blood the victors of the match. As the realization set in, confusion rippled through the arena, with fans and competitors alike questioning Point Man's actions. Point Man removed his mask to reveal his true identity: CP Munk. The real Point Man fought desperately to break free from his assailants in the back, but the damage had been done.
Winners: Trevor Mach/Subculture/Cade Yaggis[o]/Picky Minch via Roll Up on Point Man -> Pin 

Tommy Dukes: YES! 

Nerma: HAVOK RULES! 

Larry Grim: *sigh* 

Apple Kid: You know what this means right? 

Larry Grim: President Swift is flipping every table not bolted down. 

Apple Kid: And some that are. 

Larry Grim: Think he's going to implement Plan B? 

Apple Kid: Kind of have to at this point. 

Tommy Dukes: What's Plan B? 

Larry Grim: A well thought out battle strategy, and genius masterstroke from our leader. 

Apple Kid: And we're not telling you what it is! HA! 

Nerma: It's probably three hour Xcite or something. 

Larry Grim: *cough cough* 

Apple Kid: …..N-N-Noooo?

Nerma: Uh-huh. 

Larry Grim: You should…focus on your next match. 

Nerma: Well it is the only women's singles match of the night, and it's from Havok, so I guess your "Queens" don't feel like working tonight! Paula lost a match to Hope Mach via count out recently, so he lost the match, but kept the title. Circumstances are different now, as this is a Last Woman Standing Match. I don't see them using a lot of weapons. I see them trying to out wrestle each other on the ground, and apply enough punishment to the limbs that their opponent will stay down for the ten count. The Women's World Championship is on the line NEXT!

5. Women's World Championship Last Woman Standing: Paula(c) vs. Hope Mach 
-Next up, a Women's World Championship Last Woman Standing match got underway. The reigning champion, Paula, faced off against her fierce challenger, Hope Mach, in a battle that would test their limits and determine who would emerge victorious. From the opening bell, both competitors wasted no time in locking up, each woman vying for control and asserting their dominance in the ring. The match started with a technical showcase, as Paula and Hope engaged in a grueling exchange of holds and submissions, each trying to weaken the other and gain the upper hand. Hope Mach, known for her technical prowess, targeted Paula's limbs with precision, attempting to immobilize the champion and prevent her from answering the ten count. However, Paula proved to be equally adept at grappling, countering Hope's maneuvers and unleashing her own devastating submissions in return. As the match wore on, the intensity only grew, with both women refusing to back down or give an inch. They traded blows and high-impact moves, each one bringing them closer to exhaustion but also closer to victory. Despite Hope's best efforts, Paula managed to withstand the punishment and muster the strength to fight back. Sensing an opportunity, Paula executed a series of calculated maneuvers, gradually wearing down Hope and leaving her vulnerable. As the referee began the ten count, Hope struggled to her feet, determined to continue the fight. But just when it seemed like she might beat the count, Ripper Jane, lurking at ringside, intervened. With a devious smile, Ripper Jane produced a pair of handcuffs and swiftly restrained Hope, attaching her to the guardrail at ringside. Trapped and unable to answer the count, Hope Mach was declared unable to continue, while Paula stood tall in the ring, retaining her Women's World Championship.
Winner: Paula via 10 Count -> Title Defense! 

Nerma: Dang it! Not like that! Paula claims she wants to toughen up the division, and that she's the best they ever had, and yet she had to resort to Ripper Jane cuffing Hope to the railing. That's garbage! No rules, so it's perfectly "legal", but we all know that the result might have been different if Hope could have gotten back into the ring. 

Tommy Dukes: You know Trevor can't be too happy about that, but he has his own Metal Rush fish to fry, as this E1 Team League Finals has turned into yet another battleground in the war between Blood 4 Blood and Metal Rush. It's about pride, it's about power, it's about the E1 Team League, and the World Team Championship Rings. It's for the fate of "The Storm". Let's not waste anymore time and TAKE IT TO THE RING! 

6. E1 Team League Finals - World Team Championship Rings: Poo(c)/Grind(c)/Seto Kaiba(c)/Crono(c) vs. Trevor Mach/Subculture/Cade Yaggis/Picky Minch 
-The E1 Team League Finale was set to be a clash of titans, with Blood 4 Blood facing off against Metal Rush in a battle that would determine the fate of the tournament and establish supremacy in the ring. As the two teams squared off in the ring, tensions were at an all-time high, with both sides eager to claim victory and assert their dominance. In the ring, Trevor Mach, Subculture, Cade Yaggis, and Picky Minch from Blood 4 Blood prepared to do battle against Metal Rush's formidable lineup of Poo, Crono, Grind, and Seto Kaiba. Not only was the E1 Team League on the line, but the World Championship Rings, and control over "The Storm". From the moment the bell rang, the intensity of the match was palpable, with each competitor unleashing their full arsenal of moves and tactics in an effort to gain the upper hand. Trevor Mach and Crono found themselves locked in a heated exchange, trading brutal blows and bone-crushing slams as they sought to gain the advantage over one another. Crono, fueled with momentum after his previous Bushido Rules victory encounter with Trevor, relentlessly targeted his opponent, aiming to bust him open once again. However, Trevor refused to back down, retaliating with a devastating knee strike that split Crono open and turned the tide of the match in his favor. Meanwhile, Seto Kaiba attempted to tip the scales in Metal Rush's favor by calling for assistance from his allies, Amigo, Hotlanta, and Generator. However, their plans were foiled as Zyro Kurogane, Mike Thunder, and Isiah Muscle rushed to the ring, keeping the interfering trio at bay and ensuring a fair fight. Trevor seized the opportunity to capitalize on his momentum, laying out Crono with a thunderous Knee Trigger. With the crowd on the edge of their seats, Trevor made the cover and the referee's hand slapped the mat for the three count. The arena erupted into cheers as Blood 4 Blood emerged victorious, securing not only the win in the E1 Team League Finale but also the prestigious World Team Championship Rings and cementing their status as the undisputed champions of the tournament. As the celebration ensued, it was clear that Blood 4 Blood had emerged triumphant, their legacy in wrestling history forever solidified.
Winners: Trevor Mach[o]/Subculture/Cade Yaggis/Picky Minch via Knee Trigger on Crono -> Pin -> E1 Team League Winners! -> NEW World Team Champions! 

Tommy Dukes: They did it! Blood 4 Blood with the win! 

Nerma: Crono is busted open badly, as Trevor takes back the World Team Championship Ring that belonged to him so long ago. 

Larry Grim: Those guys don't look happy. 

Nerma: It's the first big blow back at Metal Rush in quite a bit. A true team effort saw Blood 4 Blood make it here, but Blood 4 Blood's newest member Cade Yaggis was truly an MVP through the whole thing. 

Apple Kid: You know what's funny? All of these guys have to go in the back, get cleaned up, slap on some band-aid's and come back out in just a few minutes, because Rumble City waits for no one! 

Tommy Dukes: That's right, it's now time for the Men's Rumble City match, and the winner will challenge for championship gold at Victory Explosion 18, which is by the way- 

Tommy, Nerma, Larry, and Apple: IN THE DOME! 

Tommy Dukes: It's one of the biggest matches of the year, at one of the biggest shows of the year, so let's cut to the chase and-

Tommy, Nerma, Larry: TAKE IT TO THE RING!

Apple Kid: -RING!

7. Men's Rumble City: Bashin Dan vs. Tack Angel vs. Trevor Mach vs. Benjamin vs. Crono vs. Sal Paradise vs. Jammer vs. Benjamin vs. Geoff Garrett vs. Magnum PT vs. Dragon Shiryu vs. Takumi Inui vs. Picky Minch vs. Subculture vs. Razorblade vs. Zyro Kurogane vs. Amigo vs. Mike Thunder vs. Troy vs. Cade Yaggis 
-The arena crackled with anticipation as the Men's Rumble City match got underway, with twenty of the fiercest competitors in the wrestling world stepping into the ring, each determined to outlast the rest and earn a shot at the championship. As the buzzer sounded, the crowd erupted as Bashin Dan charged into the ring, followed closely by a slew of other formidable opponents including Tack Angel and Trevor Mach, friends and rivals who had already crossed paths earlier in the night. They were soon joined by Benjamin, Crono, Sal Paradise, and many more. The action was fast and furious from the start, with bodies flying over the top rope left and right as the wrestlers battled it out for supremacy. Dragon Shiryu showcased his incredible strength and agility, tossing several opponents out of the ring with ease, while Takumi Inui used his lightning-fast strikes to keep his adversaries at bay. As the match progressed, alliances formed and dissolved in the blink of an eye, with friendships tested and rivalries reignited in the heat of competition. Crono eyed Trevor Mach with a steely gaze, his desire for revenge burning bright as he sought to eliminate his rival from the match. Meanwhile, Seto Kaiba, ever the opportunist, lurked on the outside of the ring after being eliminated, biding his time and waiting for the perfect moment to strike. As Zyro Kurogane found himself teetering on the edge of elimination, Kaiba seized the opportunity to lend a helping hand, pushing Zyro over the top rope and sending him crashing to the floor below. Crono and Mach collided in such a way that saw both go over the top. Meanwhile, CP Munk and Colby Roads ran down to ringside to make sure Tack Angel suffered a similar fate to Zyro-K earlier. With the field of competitors dwindling, it came down to a fierce showdown between Cade Yaggis, Bashin Dan, Jammer, and Benjamin. In a display of sheer determination and skill, Cade Yaggis managed to outlast his opponents, tossing them over the top rope one by one until he stood alone with Bashin Dan in the center of the ring, the former Rumble City winner looked poised to regain his fire, but the new World Team Champion Cade Yaggis hit the Cadebreaker and eliminated Bashin Dan, becoming the undisputed victor of the Rumble City match. The crowd erupted in cheers as Cade Yaggis celebrated his hard-fought victory, knowing that he had earned himself a shot at the World Championship at Victory Explosion 18. And as the dust settled and the arena emptied, the wrestling world eagerly awaited the next chapter in this epic saga of triumph and glory.
Winner: Cade Yaggis last eliminating Bashin Dan 

Tommy Dukes: Cade Yaggis wins Rumble City! 

Apple Kid: The Trigger Man is going to Victory Explosion 18! 

Tommy Dukes: What a night for Cade Yaggis! Two wins to cap off the E1 Team League and now the Rumble City win! Unbelievable! This is the breakout moment for the "4th Protagonist" for sure! 

Apple Kid: A battered Trevor Mach is hoisting him up, as World Champion Ness stands on the stage staring him down. 

Larry Grim: This was just not our night. 

Apple Kid: Makoto won, and that is what matters. 

Larry Grim: You're right. It was a big night for her, and we're happy for Cade, but wow, he just threw out a majority of Dan Club by himself. I mean….holy moly! 

Tommy Dukes: "Trigger" Cade Yaggis is ready, and the stage is now set. At Victory Explosion 18 it will be Makoto Kino taking on Erica for the EBW Women's Championship, and Cade Yaggis challenging Ness for the World Championship IN THE DOME! Victory Explosion 18, here we come!

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Mid-South Trailer Park

 A long truck was parked outside of the trailer park, blocking Tack Angel's U-Haul truck. Standing atop the truck was CP Munk.

CP Munk: Come on and face me Tack! I'm going to make sure you never leave the Mid-South, and I'm going to take from you once again, this time the EBW Jupiter Championship! AHAHAHAHA! 

Tack Angel: *sigh* I don't suppose you could just drive through the truck? Maybe around it?

Rick Shaw: Good buddy, it would be like my last couple of marriages….a bumpy ride, and it might break some of the contents in the truck. 

Tack Angel: Great. *sigh* Alright then, I guess we're doing this. 

Rick Shaw: You sure you can? I know you're a little nervous being in moving vehicles as it is. 

Tack Angel: *turns to Rick, wide eyed and unblinking* NOTHING is going to keep me trapped in Mid-South. Do you hear me? NOTHING!




EBW: Xcite 3-Hour Debut
Twoson Fairgrounds, Twoson
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Larry Grim: Welcome to the Twoson Fairgrounds! It's Xcite Country, and we're in one of our favorite cities for the post Rumble City fall out, and the first show on our way to Victory Explosion 18! It's also a new era for Xcite! New logo, new theme, we're three hours long now, cause that NEVER causes problems, AND we have a new commentator joining us as the table. 

Apple Kid: Our commitment to Makoto is unwavering, so we got upset about that one. We said NO! We said if you take Makoto away from commentary then we'll walk as well. 

Larry Grim: When we saw that wasn't a problem for them we quickly jumped back on board! It's all good because this is FOR Makoto. See now, the RUMBLE CITY WINNER can concentrate on more important things, like facing Erica at Victory Explosion 18! That leads us to our new commentator, and this one is a coup folks. Between the expanded time and this, I'd saw Swift is ramping up the brand wars. Xciters, it's my pleasure to present…without further ado…the one and onl-

Tali Mach: It's me! Tali Mach! 

Larry Grim: …Tali Mach. I was trying to give you a proper introduction. 

Tali Mach: If you took any longer I was going to walk away from the table, and that's physically impossible skeleton man! 

Apple Kid: Tali, it's great to see you! What made you decide to join the Xciters? Did you realize that we're the premiere brand for wrestling? 

Tali Mach: Swift came to me…with a big check, and I said sure. 

Larry Grim: Well there you have it! Tali, tonight is a big night for you to be joining us, as we have a big three hour event! 

Tali Mach: Anything more than two hours is too much. 

Larry Grim: Ac-

Apple Kid: Uh…

Tali Mach: Too blunt? Too bad. So they're stunned? You lightweights aren't ready. We're apparently kicking off with Tack moving out of a trailer park, and a chipmunk man is trying to stop him. Sounds awesome guys, totally. I'll get the popcorn. 

Larry Grim: …

Apple Kid: …

1. King of the Road Match - EBW Jupiter Championship: Tack Angel(c) vs. CP Munk 
-The show kicked off with the King of the Road match for the EBW Jupiter Championship between Tack Angel and CP Munk was set to be one of the most daring and unconventional bouts in wrestling history. Taking place on the back of a moving 18-wheeler, the competitors prepared to battle it out in a high-stakes showdown where victory would require more than just strength and skill—it would require cunning and courage. As the truck rumbled down the highway, Tack Angel and CP Munk stood poised on the back of the vehicle, ready to unleash their fury in the confined space of the caged ring. With the EBW Jupiter Championship hanging in the balance, both competitors knew that they would need to pull out all the stops to emerge victorious. The match erupted into chaos as Tack and Munk clashed in a brutal melee of strikes, kicks, and grapples. With the truck swaying and rocking beneath their feet, the competitors struggled to maintain their balance as they fought tooth and nail for control. As the match progressed, both Tack and Munk pulled out all the stops, utilizing the environment to their advantage and unleashing a barrage of punishing maneuvers. Hay bales flew, metal cages rattled, and the roar of the engine provided a relentless backdrop to the fierce contest unfolding atop the moving 18-wheeler. Behind the 18-wheeler was the u-haul, but the Angel Express pulled up beside it, driver by Point Man, as Geoff Garrett tried to cheer on Tack and toss him his guitar. Tack made it look like he purposefully missed the guitar and watched it shatter under the wheels of the u-haul, but it was probably really hard to catch with the wind blowing it out of his reach or something. In the climax of the match, Tack managed to gain the upper hand, staggering Munk with a series of devastating kicks. With his opponent reeling, Tack seized the opportunity to deliver a thunderous Rider Kick, launching Munk perilously close to the edge of the truck. With victory within his grasp, Tack wasted no time, making a beeline for the front of the truck and blasting the horn to signal his triumph. The sound echoed across the highway, signaling the end of the match and Tack's ascent out of Mid-South.
Winner: Tack Angel via Verbal Submission -> Title Defense! 

Larry Grim: And Tack Angel not only defends the Jupiter Championship, but he also is now free to move from Mid-South! Purely to be closer to Makoto of course! 

Apple Kid: Of course! 

Tali Mach: *slow clap* Yippie. *sigh* That match was stupid! 

Larry Grim: Perhaps, BUT, next up, we have-




Trevor Mach: BOOSH! Hey Xcite! Didn't expect to see the Wild Wolf eh? How 'bout that new theme song? That's a Trevor Mach original. I know I don't look quite presentable for television with all these bruises and bandages, but it's Victory Explosion season, and I was NOT going to miss my chance to announce that I'm challenging w00t for the FOURTH year in a row! I'm kidding! I'M KIDDING! Wow, some of you actually cheered that! Are you masochists or something? No, this year is different, and I didn't want to wait for Havok for this. My boy Cade Yaggis is going to step up and knock Ness off his pedestal, and the rest of us wild wolves in Blood 4 Blood are fixing to hunt some Metal douchebags. Yeah, that's the best I got. Douchebags. I don't swear anymore, what are you gonna do? Lately, one guy has gotten on my nerves. It was probably around the time he helped cost me the World Championship. It COULD be the time he smashed my face in with his elbows. Crono, you spikey headed mute, I'm challenging you to a fight at Victory Explosion 18! You showed me that you've got some Bushido spirit, so why don't we kick it up a notch inside the Bushido Den! I'm not going to have you come out here and answer the challenge. You'd just nod, and that's anticlimactic as hel- heck. I'm not going to get jumped by your pals when I call you out either. I'll be at Havok to accept that nod, and we can do the whole brawl then, but tonight you're hearing me loud and clear with no interruptions. You've got the GUTS right? Come on, you're a protagonist too right? At least you used to be. We saved Onett together, remember? Well…we saved SOME of Onett together. The rest they tried to bill me on! We were very much alike once, but something changed in both of us since then. I look up, and you look down. Crono, that's the difference between both of us. We both looked into the abyss, but when it looked back at us, you blinked. Psalm 18:39 - For you equipped me with strength for the battle, you made those who rise against me sink under me. Time to sink or swim Crono. Victory Explosion 18. I'm calling you out.

Apple Kid: Wow! I did not see any of that coming! Trevor's a Renegade! I mean, I know we've been seeing him during the Team League, but I guess now that he and Blood 4 Blood are World Team Champions again, they get to punch their own tickets. Those Rings have some serious clout in EBW. 

Larry Grim: Tali, I bet you have some thoughts on your husband just now.

Tali Mach: Oh, I sure do. 

Larry Grim: Here we go! 

Tali Mach: Trevor-

Apple Kid: Awww, I bet this is going to be sweet. 

Tali Mach: The term "balls deep" doesn't really matter anymore. 

Apple Kid: Eh?

Tali Mach: It doesn't matter which angle you try, which hole is the goal, or anything like that. I can't really feel it anymore. Is it still hot? Mentally sure! A gal likes to feel appreciated…if that's what we're gonna call it. However, I can't PHYSICALLY feel it. Your snake *bleep* isn't going to reach the point where I can, and if it actually did, it would KILL ME! 

Larry Grim: …

Tali Mach: Now yes, I can still *bleep* your *bleep* or *bleep* *bleep* with my *bleep* so that's still fun, but and you're more than welcome to test my *bleep* bleep* when *bleep*ing your *bleep* and *bleep* and that's awesome. I do enjoy when you're *bleep*ing my *bleep* *bleep*ing *bleep* but it's a different kind of *bleep* and I feel like you take it personally, when it's quite LITERALLY just paralysis. 

Apple Kid: …Are my ears bleeding? 

Larry Grim: …We're not suddenly TV-MA are we? No we're not? Oh Swift better be ready for fines. 

Tali Mach: He knows what he's dealing with!

Apple Kid: Are you sure Trevor's gonna like all that?

Tali Mach: We're married! He's into it! 

Apple Kid: I meant all the vulgar language after what he just-

Tali Mach: He knows what he's dealing with too!

Apple Kid: Right.  

2. Women's Singles: Tracy vs. Sailor V 
-Next up, "Righteous and Redeemed" Tracy faced off against the valiant Sailor V in singles action. Tracy, sporting a newfound attitude and a wealth of experience, sought to assert her dominance over the heroic Sailor V, who stood as a beacon of justice and righteousness in the ring. The match began with a flurry of strikes, holds, and counters as Tracy and Sailor V engaged in a fierce battle for supremacy. Tracy's calculated aggression and technical prowess were met head-on by Sailor V's unwavering determination and lightning-fast reflexes. As the match wore on, Tracy began to assert her dominance, unleashing a relentless onslaught of punishing maneuvers in an effort to wear down her opponent. Despite the odds stacked against her, Sailor V refused to back down, countering Tracy's every move with a display of skill and resilience. In a pivotal moment, Tracy seized the opportunity to gain the upper hand, hoisting Sailor V up for the devastating Crucifix Powerbomb. With the crowd on the edge of their seats, Tracy drove Sailor V into the canvas with bone-jarring force, looking to secure the victory once and for all. As Tracy went for the pin, the referee's hand came down for the count, but in a controversial twist, Tracy grabbed hold of Sailor V's tights. The referee's count reached three, and the bell rang out, signaling the end of the match and Tracy's victory.
Winner: Tracy via Crucifix Powerbomb -> Pin 

Larry Grim: Tracy with the win, but I think I saw her grab the tights! 

Apple Kid: Surely a redeemed woman like Tracy wouldn't be so underhanded with my sweet sweet Sailor V would she?! 

Tali Mach: You knuckleheads don't know Tracy very well do you? Heh. The more things change, the more they stay the same.

3. CXJ Division Singles: Rey Dorado vs. Hoodlum
-In a clash of lucha libre titans, Rey Dorado and Hoodlum stepped into the ring, their rivalry spanning years and their skills honed to perfection in the high-flying world of lucha libre. Rey Dorado and Hoodlum wasted no time in showcasing their incredible agility and athleticism, exchanging lightning-fast strikes and dazzling aerial maneuvers with precision and finesse. Hoodlum, the cunning rudo, sought to assert his dominance early on, using underhanded tactics to gain the upper hand. But Rey Dorado, the embodiment of lucha libre excellence, refused to be outdone, countering Hoodlum's every move with a display of skill and resilience that left the crowd in awe. From hurricanranas to arm drags, each maneuver was executed flawlessly, keeping the audience on the edge of their seats. With the crowd rallying behind him, Rey Dorado unleashed a flurry of lightning-fast strikes, wearing down Hoodlum with a relentless assault. Rey Dorado executed a picture-perfect Sunset Flip, flipping Hoodlum over and bringing him crashing down to the canvas. With the referee's hand slapping the mat for the 1-2-3!
Winner: Rey Dorado via Sunset Flip -> Pin 

Larry Grim: Rey Dorado with the win, and he's making it clear he wants a piece of Johnny Starbound! 

Tali Mach: Love to see that. I'd give this a standing ovation, but that's not happening! Haha! 

Apple Kid: Ha…ha…h-should I be laughing? 

Tali Mach: You'd better! 

Apple Kid: HAHAHA! 

-




Void: Are you watching? Do you see me? Do I have your attention? You think you know who or what Void is, but it's always just outside of your grasp. Like a good horror movie, the monster has to come back, bigger and more dangerous than ever. The point of Undeth was always clear, or so I thought. Embrace the dark, twisted, and morbid, and reject the facets of the mundane, and nothing can truly touch you. Before, I might have been a man of two minds, but I took a look inside, and I found that there was nothing left. No hope, no dreams, and no conflict. I'm going to fill that emptiness…with violence. To save you? To make you embrace Undeth? No. I'm going to do this, because it's….fun. Here I come.




Larry Grim: Brace yourselves everyone! Void is BACK in EBW, and I feel like he might be more dangerous than ever! The causes, the positions, and the motives of the past are apparently behind him. He's here to hurt people because he wants to! Chaos incarnate. 

Tali Mach: At least he brought back the good music! *head banging* 

Apple Kid: No ounce of fear in this woman!
 
4. Singles: Magnum PT vs. Void
-An anticipated and equally dreaded bout up next, as Magnum PT squared off against the enigmatic returning force known only as Void. With both competitors poised and ready for battle, the ring became a battleground for supremacy. From the opening bell, Void unleashed a relentless assault on Magnum PT, driving him back with a ferocity that left the crowd in awe. With each strike and maneuver, Void sought to assert his dominance, his relentless onslaught pushing PT to the brink. But Magnum PT, known for his resilience and tenacity, refused to back down without a fight. Despite the relentless barrage from Void, PT dug deep, weathering the storm and fighting back with everything he had, showcasing why he's one of Tack Angel's boys. However Void busted him open early, and kept the pressure on, until the Chaos Theory was enough to get the job done. A victory for the returning Void. 
Winner: Void via Chaos Theory -> Pin 

Larry Grim: That was too easy for Void, against a world class talent with world class hair like Magnum PT too. We just saw a dangerous opponent stepping up, and guys like Bashin Dan better watch out, because Void is back. 

Apple Kid: …He's staring right at us. 

Tali Mach: Or maybe just me. 

Apple Kid: You?

Tali Mach: I have that look that suggests people will "FA" just before they "FO".

Apple Kid: …R-right.

Backstage

The crowd went wild as the cameras cut to the back, where EBW Champion Rama Raju was standing by. 

Good News Gary: Good News Everyone! I'm standing by with the EBW Champion Rama Raju, who is approaching one full year as champion. That's a feat we haven't seen in quite some time. You truly changed the game when you arrived in EBW. 

Rama Raju: I could not have done it without the fans, and my friends. Friendship will help you rise above your own personal limits. Convictions will get you far, but friends will help you to make it over the top. That is a controversial topic in this day and age. In a world where everything is drama and in-fighting. In a world where children hide behind phones, and view the world through them. In that world, this topic is controversial, but it is a fundamental truth. 

Good News Gary: Well said. You have been a role model for the kids to be sure, but the whole world wants to know what your Victory Explosion plans are?

Rama Raju: You do not believe that Cade Yaggis will challenge me? I am joking of course. His path is set, and so is mine actually. I know what I wish to do at Victory Explosion. I walked into that event last year a hungry challenger, this year, I'll be looking at the hungry challenger. 

Good News Gary: Who is it gonna be? 

Rama Raju: He knows, he just doesn't know he knows yet, but he will. Excuse me. 

Good News Gary: Ooo, vague and mysterious! Back to you up front! 

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Larry Grim: Always good to hear from our EBW Champion Rama Raju.

Tali Mach: Trevor beat that guy. 

Apple Kid: Uh, actually that's debatable Tali, see-

Tali Mach: Didn't ask your opinion Actual Lee! 

Apple Kid: Eep! 

Larry Grim: Thinking back to the last match we just saw, that's got to be a hard situation for the Weekend Wrecking Crew. Most of them are with Tack right now, but I'm sure they're all feeling the hurt of PT's loss.

On the Road

Tack Angel was celebrating his victory with Rick Shaw and Geoff Garrett, as Point Man watched out for trouble on the road with binoculars. 

Tack Angel: AHAHAHA! I DID IT! I'M FREE! I'm out of the trailer park and back towards living a happy life with Makoto! Feels like something I've been heading towards for years, even though we just got together. It's hard to explain. 

Rick Shaw: I feel ya partner, when the timeline changed it got us all kinds of messed up.

Tack Angel: When what changed?! 

Rick Shaw: Huh? Nothing good buddy, just thinking out loud. It looks like we're almost to town. 

Geoff Garrett: So, ya really going to set up shop back in the big city eh? Ya know, you could room with me and Tracy until-

Tack Angel: That is never going to happen Geoff! I'd rather live in the trailer park! She's my ex-wife! 

Geoff Garrett: …Oh yeah, I keep forgetting about that! Sorry, best friend! 

Tack Angel: Mmm-hmm. 

Geoff Garrett: She's a new woman now! Totally changed! 

Tack Angel: Idon'tbelievethatforasecondbutshe'syourproblemnowsoIdon'tcare. 

Geoff Garrett: Huh? 

Tack Angel: Just happy to almost be at my NEW home! Time to turn over a NEW LEAF!

Rick Shaw pulled the vehicle into the small wooded town ahead of them.

Tack Angel: What? Why are we pulling over? 

Rick Shaw: This is the address you gave me. 

Tack Angel: No, I gave you the address for the city. This is a small suburb.

Rick Shaw: The address didn't match the city. This is where it led us good buddy. 

Tack Angel: Whaaat? That's weird.

Tack got out of the moving truck and looked around. He found himself in the town of New Leaf. 

Rick Shaw: What real estate agent did Arliss hook you up with?

Tack Angel: A guy named Tom Nook? He wouldn't bamboozle me…would he?

 5. 6-Woman Tag: Makoto Kino/Usagi Tsukino/Rei Hino vs. Erica/Giana Rambaldi/Hilda Iceheart 
-In the electrifying atmosphere of the arena, six fierce competitors stepped into the ring, ready to clash in an epic 6-woman tag team showdown. On one side stood Makoto Kino, Usagi Tsukino, and Rei Hino, while their opponents, the formidable all champion trio of Erica, Gianna Rambaldi, and Hilda Iceheart, stood poised for battle. Makoto, fueled by her recent victory in the Rumble City event, wasted no time in taking the fight to the "Queen of Queens" Erica with a relentless barrage of powerful strikes and devastating suplexes. Together, the Sensations worked in perfect harmony, coordinating their attacks with precision and efficiency. But Erica, Gianna, and Hilda were no pushovers, and they fought back with everything they had, determined to prove their dominance in the ring. Erica, the EBW Women's Champion, showcased her technical prowess, countering her opponents' moves with skill and finesse. Gianna unleashed her trademark aggression, targeting Makoto with a relentless assault that left the Rumble City winner reeling. And Hilda, the Ice Queen, used her strength and power to overpower her opponents, delivering bone-crushing slams and suplexes. Momentum shifted back and forth, with neither team able to gain a decisive advantage. But in the end, it was Makoto Kino who would emerge as the hero of the match. With a thunderous roar, she hoisted Gianna Rambaldi into the air and delivered her devastating Supreme Thunder Driver, driving her opponent into the canvas with bone-jarring force. Erica ate a high kick from Rei before she could break the pin, and the Sailor Sensations scored the victory over 3Queens. 
Winners: Makoto Kino[o]/Usagi Tsukino/Rei Hino via Supreme Thunder Driver on Gianna Rambaldi -> Pin 

Tali Mach: Hey hey! That's a match I can get behind! Anything that makes Erica look like a chump! Haha! FIVE STARS! 

Larry Grim: Doing a rating system Tali? 

Tali Mach: Only with things that really speak to me. 

Apple Kid: Well that's-

Tali Mach: MINUS FIVE STARS! 

Apple Kid: What? 

Tali Mach: You were speaking to me. 

Apple Kid: Oh.

Larry Grim: It's been a great show for sure, but we have a big match ahead of us. SUFFER already had a big win with the return of Void changing their fortunes, but now can Razorblade and Snakebite retain the EBW Tag Team Championships against a Mega Power Star combination of "Dangerous Player" Bashin Dan and the Crimson Smasher himself Takumi Inui!? We're about to find ou-

Tali Mach: LET'S TAKE IT TO THE RING! 

Apple Kid: *gasp*

Larry Grim: Sorry Tali, but that's Tommy's line. 

Tali Mach: Yeah, but I don't give a fu-

Larry Grim: TO THE RING!

6. EBW Tag Team Championships: Snakebite(c)/Razorblade vs. Bashin Dan/Takumi Inui
-Main event time, as the stage was set for an epic showdown as the challengers, Bashin Dan and Takumi Inui, prepared to take on the reigning EBW Tag Team Champions, Razorblade and Snakebite of SUFFER. With the titles on the line, both teams were ready to leave it all in the ring. The tension was palpable as the competitors locked eyes, each determined to emerge victorious, meanwhile Preacher Ra and The Auditor lurked on the outside to "take in the show". Bashin Dan and Takumi wasted no time in taking the fight to the champions, unleashing a relentless assault of strikes and high-impact moves. Razorblade and Snakebite, however, proved to be resilient opponents, using their cunning and teamwork to weather the storm and mount a counterattack. The champions fought back with a combination of speed and power, keeping their challengers on their toes with a series of devastating maneuvers. But just when it seemed like Bashin Dan and Takumi were gaining the upper hand, the tide of the match took a sudden turn. As Takumi prepared to unleash a Crimson Smash on Razorblade, Troy seized the opportunity to intervene. He stormed into the ring and delivered a brutal Big Boot to Takumi, sending him crashing to the mat in a heap. A DQ finish that gave a win to Dan and Takumi, but not the belts. Takumi ran after Troy and the two brawled as Bashin Dan was left in the ring, unsure on what to do. 
Winners: Bashin Dan/Takumi Inui via DQ -> No Title Change! 

Larry Grim: Another result ruined by Troy! 

Apple Kid: I hate that guy! He calls me a nerd and flips my tray in catering! WE'RE NOT IN HIGH SCHOOL TROY YOU'RE IN YOUR THIRTIES! COME ON MAN! 

Tali Mach: Tough luck for Danny boy, but the question is what's next? Is he going to pick himself up? I'd pick myself up but-




Larry Grim: HERE HE COMES! THE EBW CHAMPION RAMA RAJU! 

Apple Kid: THE FIRE RISES! 

Larry Grim: LET'S SEE WHAT HE HAS TO SAY! 

Tali Mach: YOU GUYS ARE LOUD!

Rama Raju: Rise Bashin Dan. Rise up from that result. Bashin Dan, my friend, my brother in arms. We've stood side by side, fought battles together, and faced our adversaries as one. Through thick and thin, you've been by my side, and for that, I'm grateful. But now, as we stand on the brink of Victory Explosion 18, I must ask more of you, Bashin Dan. Our paths have intertwined for so long, but now they must diverge, if only for one night. You see, there can only be one victor, one champion, and I refuse to let anything stand in my way. So, Bashin Dan, I challenge you. Not as a friend, but as a competitor. At Victory Explosion 18, let's put our friendship aside and see who the better man truly is. I know you have the heart of a warrior, and I expect nothing less than your best. May the best man win.

Bashin Dan: Rama, my friend... That was quite the challenge you laid out there. You see, Rama, I've always admired your strength, your skill, your determination. But me? I've always had doubts, questioned if I have what it takes to stand toe-to-toe with the best of the best. And facing you at Victory Explosion 18? That's no small task. When I was younger, it was easier to feel unbeatable. The "Dangerous Player" took it all in stride. If I lost, I just came back better. Is that something that you lose? You know what? Maybe it's time to asking that question. Maybe it's time for me to step up and prove that I belong in the same ring as you, Rama. So consider your challenge accepted. At Victory Explosion 18, I'll bring everything I've got. Win or lose, I'll give it my all. Because that's what you deserve, Rama. And if I fall short, at least I'll know that I left it all in the ring. So let's do this, my friend. Let's show the world what we're made of. I don't intend to fall short. 

Rama Raju: Neither do I my friend. Neither do I.

Larry Grim: WOW! A megaton match was just dropped on us! Rama Raju will put the EBW Championship on the line against Bashin Dan at Victory Explosion 18! That's a match worthy of THE DOME! Xciters, this has been an incredible three hours. I hope you stayed up long enough to see that awesome announcement! We'll see you next week with more huge happenings on the way to VICTORY EXPLOSION 18! 

Tali Mach: CAN YOU BELIEVE IT'S 18?! WE'RE STILL DOING THIS CRAP! 

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Outside of Howler's Gymnasium

As Trevor Mach made it to the arena, he found Darius Grouch waiting for him at the entrance. 

Trevor Mach: Well, this is something I'm not used to! A figure of authority blocking my way and- that's something I'm quite used to, who am I kidding?

Darius Grouch: You and I need to have a talk. I pay for a new theme song specifically for you, and you decide to debut it on Xcite? Your wife takes a job with Swift and you fail to tell me. I'm all for chaos, but when one of my stars is actively helping my competition, I'm not *bleep*ing happy about it. 

Trevor Mach: Dollar for the swear jar boss. 

Darius Grouch: …

Trevor Mach: No seriously, I have a swear jar. Here ya go. Just put a dollar in. 

Darius Grouch: …

Trevor Mach: *shaking swear jar* 

Darius Grouch: Enough.

Trevor Mach: You want to know why I didn't tell you about Tali? Cause I didn't know about Tali. You think she tells me anything? She keeps me on my toes, cause she can't be on hers. Keeps the marriage exciting. You want to know why I showed up on Xcite myself? For starters, I have a Team Ring, and I'm going to flex the authority that gives me if I've got something to say. Plus, since I said it there, I wasn't interrupted by Metal Rush. I get it, you want chaos with your brand. I respect that. You're letting us all fight it out for supremacy, but this is what happens when you don't step into the fray and get your hands dirty boss. I was in the your position once before. You know what I did? 

Darius Grouch: Staged a fake hostage situation with gaming CEOs and got yourself shot by Tack?

Trevor Mach: …Besides that! I stepped in when I had to. I'd tell you to ask Jamie OD how that worked out for him, but he's dead. 

Darius Grouch: Rumors are that he's still alive actually. 

Trevor Mach: …To me…he's dead to me! 

Darius Grouch: I know enough to know that you make jokes to hide a little truth in there. You don't approve of the job that I'm doing, but I think the results speak for themselves. Iron sharpens iron, and I have a roster of warriors because you never feel safe in your spots. You had to go to war to get those rings back, and Blood 4 Blood came out of it better than ever. You really ought to thank me. 

Trevor Mach: I ought to? Maybe you're right. In fact, I'm writing a book about all the things I should be doing in my life. It's called an "oughtobiography". S'cuse me. Coming through! 

Darius Grouch: Heh. *lights cigar* Got to take the rough with the smooth I suppose. 

Backstage

Zyro Kurogane was just making his way into the building as well, and ran to the first Lakitu he could find. 

Zyro Kurogane: Well there ya are! Don't go too far now! Keep one on me cause I got big plans tonight baby! You know, I've got that Shogun Steel and sex appeal baby! I'm in high demand! In fact, I've had guys and gals begging to do my new theme music! I got Lenny Koggins here trying out a demo! Let's hear some of it! 

Lenny Koggins: ♫ Zyro-K, he rides two motorcycles at the same time! Doesn't understand the self checkout line! Attends funerals in cargo pants! Impregnates women with a single glance! Doesn't clap when the airplane laaaaands! Zyro-K! ♫

Zyro Kurogane: Nice…nice. We're gonna workshop that, but still…nice. Eyes on me Lakitu. I've got a surprise tonight! Metal Rush?! Poo?! Doubt you'll see it coming! Look, I drew this picture! It's too late for you Poo, cause I've drawn you as the soyjak, and me as the chad!

 


Tommy Dukes: Welcome to Havok on ENT, where Havok is UNLEASHED! I mean we're still not TV-MA, but we're pretty darn close! 

Nerma: That's right, I'm Nerma, and that's Tommy, and tonight we're skipping down that path to Victory Explosion! We're anticipating the biggest show of the year IN THE DOME, but we're not coasting! Oh no, we're definitely not coasting. Tell 'em Tommy. 

Tommy Dukes: We're not coasting. 

Nerma: See? We're not coasting! Tonight, we're going to see Ness and Poo in action! The original dynamic duo of EBW, now the top dogs in Metal Rush. Ness is the World Champion and Poo is the VBW Champion, and they've challenged Rumble City winner Cade Yaggis to find a partner tonight who is NOT in Blood 4 Blood. They want to prove a point, that Ness has an army behind him, but who is willing to follow the young would be protagonist of EBW? We're going to hear from Cade after our first match tonight, which is a big Lady Renegades battle! Six of the toughest women in the sport go head to head, and that's happening now! Why wait? 

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

EBW: Havok
Howlers Gymnasium, South Town
ENT

1. Lady Renegades 6-Woman Tag: Wendy Mustang/Hope Mach/Lainey Strong vs. Paula/Ripper Jane/Val Dorado 
-The arena crackled with electricity as the six formidable women stepped into the ring, their eyes ablaze with determination and anticipation. On one side stood Hope Mach, Wendy Mustang, and Lainey Strong. Across from them, emanating an aura of ruthlessness and dominance, were Women's World Champion Paula, Ripper Jane, and Val Dorado of Metal Rush. Hope Mach started for her team, her gaze locked onto Ripper Jane, a the wild psycho from the Metal Rush stable by way of Hell itself apparently. The two circled each other warily, the anticipation building with each step. Suddenly, Ripper Jane lunged forward with a vicious strike, catching Hope off guard and drawing first blood as her teeth sank into Hope's nose, drawing a crimson stream of blood. Undeterred, Hope fought back with a flurry of strikes, to set up for a take down, which Jane was quick to avoid by tagging out. Wendy Mustang and Val Dorado engaged in a fierce exchange of power moves, each woman refusing to back down an inch. Lainey Strong, the young gun of the match, unleashed her own brand of chaos, keeping Paula on her toes with her unpredictable style. As the match reached its climax, Ripper Jane threw powder into the deaf Hope's eyes, taking away another sense momentarily. She seized the opportunity to unleash a devastating Spike Piledriver on Hope Mach, driving her skull into the canvas with bone-crushing force. The referee's hand slapped the mat for the three-count, sealing the victory for Metal Rush.
Winners: Paula/Ripper Jane[o]/Val Dorado via Paindriller[Spike Piledriver] on Hope Mach -> Pin 

Nerma: Not fair! Ripper Jane with the powder and the piledriver, and that's AFTER she bit Hope on the nose to start the match! This is rough! The Metal Rush crew are leaving as Wendy Mustang is helping up Hope and grabbing a microphone. 

Wendy Mustang: Shoot and tarnation, you sure had me tricked Paula. I once thought you actually had class and integrity. I don't know what happened to you, but you don't got it no more! 

Paula: I'm surprised you could even pronounce integrity. I've told you before what happened to me. I kept getting pulled back in when I wanted to leave, because none of you could do the job that I had done. 

Wendy Mustang: I can do it. I KNOW I can do it! I can beat you! I WILL beat you! At Victory Explosion, in THE DOME, we're going to have a showdown, and I'll prove I'm the faster gun! 

Paula: Spare me the allegories. You want the match, you're getting the match. I've beaten you before, and I'll do it again. I proved that I'm in your head, even when I'm not literally getting into your head. You made it all too easy. Did it before, I'll do it aga-

Hope Mach: JAAAAANE! VICTORY EXPLOSION! JAAAAANE! 

Nerma: Wow, it looks like Hope wants Ripper Jane at Victory Explosion, and the only sign language she's using right now is the middle finger. I think that speaks volumes. 

Tommy Dukes: As the Lady Renegades are clearing the ring here comes Cade Yaggis! 

Nerma: I think I just saw him talking to Christy Angel on the way out! 

Tommy Dukes: The "Triggerman" has a way with the ladies.




Cade Yaggis: Wow! What a reaction! I love you too! Haha! That's what I want to hear! Let me feel it Renegades! Give me all that energy! I'm going to need it tonight! I had a great night at Rumble City eh? What do you think of the ring? I had to wash it of course. Had to wash that Metal Rush filth off the thing. Then I went and won Rumble City, and now I'm heading to THE DOME to face Ness for the World Championship. This is what I've been waiting for! The "Triggerman" has had some ups and downs, trying to break through and get to where I want to be. Haven't always been the nicest guy about it, but that's alright, we all make mistakes right? Wrestlers are people too, and we learn and grow just like anyone else. What makes a diamond? Time and pressure. A lot of time and a lot of pressure. I've been through that pressure all this time, and it's produced a diamond people. I'm telling ya, it's cool if you want to hop aboard the train to Trigger Town, cause I'm not going to let you down! Ness, I know you, and I've got your number! I'm going to drop you with the Cadebreaker, get the pin, and I'm going to become World Champion at Victory Explosion! I! OWN! YOU! Tonight, I've got the big test on my hands. Metal Rush is coming little ol' me. They think cause Blood 4 Blood is busy with Blood 4 Blood business, that I have no one to back me up, and maybe I don't. Then again maybe I do. I look at all of you as my back up. I see a bunch of hungry Renegades ready to fuel me up to take on the world, and that's exactly what I'll do against Ness and Poo, even if I have to do it alone, and let me just say-




Zyro Kurogane: Hold it! Just hold on for one second! You think you've gotta do this alone! I got news for ya pal, that's not happening! Not when I can make some history, AND stick it to those Metal Rush clowns! "Trigger", you need a partner, and I think I know the guy! ZYRO-K BEY-BEEEEEEY! 

Cade Yaggis: Gotta admit, I didn't see this one coming. So I should trust you to watch my back? That's a tall order. 

Zyro Kurogane: Hey, I wouldn't trust me either, but the past is in the past. We have a common enemy, and I have no reason to stab you in the back or to twist the knife for that matter. Hey, I've been keeping my eyes on guys like Ness and Poo too. You know where they go after every show? Denny's, and I say Denny's is just Waffle House for people who don't know how to fight! They're going soft cause they got the numbers! A couple of hard young guns can….that came out wrong, let me start again-

Cade Yaggis: I get what you're saying. You want to join forces and stick it to Ness and Poo. Let me tell you something Zyro, I'm called Trigger for a lot of reasons, but one of them is that I don't take the time to think things through. I go with my gut instinct. I learned my lesson the hard way. In high school I went to a sleepover, and the girl I liked climbed into bed with me, and she started tickling me and I was like 'hahaha alright time for bed' and I think about that twice every five minutes. No second guessing, and no going half way. I'm in! The two of us, will take on Metal Rush in the main event!  

Zyro Kurogane: Now we're talking! Yeah! Outstanding!

Tommy Dukes: WOW! Samurai Ifrit's Zyro Kurogane is here to back up Cade Yaggis, when the two of them take on World Champion Ness and VBW Champion Poo! 

Nerma: Speaking of Samurai Ifrit and Metal Rush, the two factions will collide next, as Mike Thunder takes on w00t in singles action. Should be an interesting one. w00t is a straight up psycho in that suit!

2. Singles: Mike Thunder vs. w00t 
-Next up, Mike Thunder, with his focus and determination evident in every movement, was set to take on an old rival, but not the one he wanted to face. Across from him, wearing the unnerving Tanooki suit, was w00t of Metal Rush, a twisted grin plastered across his face despite his inner turmoil. The match commenced with a thunderous clash as Mike Thunder unleashed a barrage of slaps and chops, each blow reverberating through the ring. His opponent, w00t, seemed almost unnaturally buoyant, his laughter ringing out in eerie contrast to the intensity of the confrontation. Despite w00t's unsettling demeanor, Mike remained undeterred, his resolve unwavering as he pressed forward with relentless aggression. Each strike from Thunder served as a testament to his raw power and unwavering focus. As the match progressed, cracks began to appear in w00t's facade of laughter and bravado. Beneath the surface, a sense of desperation brewed, the unnerving smile masking a growing sense of unease as he bounced back and forth from crips technical offense, and trying to remove his Tanooki suit. In a final display of dominance, Mike Thunder hoisted w00t onto his shoulders, the crowd erupting in anticipation of the inevitable conclusion. With a thunderous roar, Thunder executed his signature Muscle Buster, driving w00t into the canvas with bone-jarring force. On the outside, Isiah Muscle intercepted Amigo, as he ran down to try and blind side him. Isiah gave Amigo a taste of his own medicine with a Hagen as Mike pinned w00t for the 1-2-3. 
Winner: Mike Thunder via Muscle Buster -> Pin 

Mike Thunder: I don't think so Amigo! You like to attack us when we're not looking, but my son has my back, like I have his. I've been taught a few things about honor thanks to him. I spent the last couple years making up for the time I lost with him. I put my career plans on hold, and it was worth it. I've come out the other side a better man, a better Dad, and the better member of the Surge Generation as it turns out. I want this crap to stop at Victory Explosion. You and me in the Dome, and let's raise the stakes, higher than ever before. Higher than these strong tits have ever seen before! Let's put the careers on the line! Loser Leaves EBW! UUUUU!!!

Tommy Dukes: Wow! Loser Leaves EBW!? No way! I can't imagine either of them being gone for good! 

Nerma: Wait, it doesn't look like Mike is done yet! 

Mike Thunder: Oh by the way Metal Rush, it sure would bring about a whole lot of chaos if THIS HAPPENED!

Mike ran over to the dazed w00t and ripped the Tanooki Suit off of him. 

Tommy Dukes: WHOA! WHAT?! 

Nerma: w00t is free! He's running off, and Amigo looks furious! 

Tommy Dukes: I don't know if this is a good or bad thing! 

Nerma: One less member of Metal Rush though! Big moves by Mike Thunder! 

Gamer Girlz Room

In the dimly lit room, the popular duo and Kid Havok were grinding away at another video game. 

Christy Angel: I'm back. I had to smell Cade's shirt, I mean, go to the restroom....with Cade's shirt.

Alison Chains: …You know, if video games make children violent, how come they keep losing fist fights against me. 

Kid Havok: Pardon?

Alison Chains: Nevermind. 

Kid Havok: You two alright? You seem more…off the grid…than usual. 

Christy Angel: It's all good in the hood, I replied cheerfully, but deep down I knew there many socio-economic problems in the hood. 

Kid Havok: You said all of that out loud. 

Christy Angel: Crud, I've been in there too long and we're out of jolt cola. 

Kid Havok: Where do you even find that stuff? 

Christy Angel: I know a guy.

-

Tack Angel: It's me, I'm the guy.

-

Christy Angel: Should we like, do something about our situation?

Alison Chains: 'Bring back the Alison Chains Show' WHO SAID THAT!?

Kid Havok: You did. 

Alison Chains: Alright kids, I'll do it! Let's go! 

Kid Havok: Did she mean us or the "kids". 

Christy Angel: I honestly have no idea. I was going to suggest challenging for the tag belts, but I guess being Senshi Champions is good enough for Chains. 

Kid Havok: She probably doesn't even remember that she-

Christy Angel: You're absolutely right, and neither do Dem Girlz. I can tell cause all the belts are in a pile over there. 

Kid Havok: Great. 

3. 6-Man Tag: Jammer/Benjamin/Sal Paradise vs. Trevor Mach/Subculture/Picky Minch
-An exciting unique matchup was next, as two formidable trios prepared to clash inside the eight sided ring. On one side of the ring stood Blood 4 Blood, comprised of Picky Minch, Subculture, and Trevor Mach. Opposite them, representing Dan Club Silver's Jammer, Benjamin, and Sal Paradise. As the match got underway, there was a palpable sense of mutual respect between the competitors. Each team approached the contest with a sense of camaraderie and sportsmanship, eager to test their skills against worthy adversaries. Blood 4 Blood and Dan Club Silver traded holds and maneuvers, each member of the respective teams showcasing their unique abilities and fighting styles. The crowd watched intently, appreciating the technical prowess and athleticism on display. As the match continued, the intensity began to ramp up, with both teams vying for control. In the midst of the match, Hotlanta and Generator, wanting to wear down Sal Paradise ahead of a tag title bout, tripped him up outside of the ring and attacked him. Meanwhile, Trevor Mach unveiled a new weapon in his arsenal, the devastating Trevorplex #2. With precision and power, he lifted Jammer into the air, executing the inverted half nelson lift before driving his knee into his opponent's chest with bone-jarring force. 1-2-3! Trevor made the pin, and looked up to see Hotlanta and Generator, at work, and ran over to help Benji fight them off and help out Sal. 
Winners: Trevor Mach[o]/Subculture/Picky Minch via Trevorplex #2[Inverted Half Nelson Lift into lifted Knee Strike] on Jammer -> Pin  

Tommy Dukes: Here comes Boomtown to help Sal Paradise. The two of them are being joined by Blood 4 Blood as they fight back Metal Rush! They have been involved in every match thus far! 

Nerma: That's what an invasion is all about, and it's just getting started, cause up next we have Crono vs. Mach….DOUGIE Mach that is! 

Tommy Dukes: I'd love to see Dougie score the upset here. He hasn't had a win since returning, and he's a former World Champion. How the mighty have fallen. Do we blame the Mach Curse, or is it a lady problem for Douglas? 

Backstage

Cade Yaggis and Zyro Kurogane were talking strategy, when w00t came running by. 

w00t: I'm free! I'm free! 

Cade Yaggis: Oh boy. 

Zyro Kurogane: You're free to put pants on. You know that right?

w00t: You! Yaggis! Are you dead or alive? 

Cade Yaggis: …Obviously alive? Pulse? See? 

w00t: Then it didn't happen the same. The world is different! It was rebooted! You don't know what you did, do you? Why are you called the "Trigger"? 

Cade Yaggis: Honestly, my Dad used to call me that. I liked it. I think it fits. 

w00t: I'm not whole! So much of me is…is gone! 

Zyro Kurogane: Did you like the suit that much?

w00t: I have to…I have to go. I have to go find myself! 

Zyro Kurogane: …It's good to know that you need mental help I guess. Coocoo! 

Cade Yaggis: Weird dude. 

Zyro Kurogane: So it's a nickname from your Daddy huh?

Cade Yaggis: Oh no. 

Zyro Kurogane: Little Trigger huh? Haha! 

Cade Yaggis: *looks to the camera* Me and my big mouth. 

4. Singles: Crono vs. Dougie Mach
-Next up, Metal Rush's enigmatic Crono stepped into the ring to face off against the determined Dynamic Dougie Mach. With Rhea Rampage at ringside, passionately cheering on her boyfriend, the stakes were high for Dougie as he sought to secure a much-needed victory. From the opening bell, Dougie Mach came out swinging, fueled by a sense of desperation to prove himself in the ring. With Rhea Rampage at ringside, offering words of encouragement amidst her ongoing dispute with Heather Mach, who also came out to encourage/argue, Dougie fought with a fire in his eyes. However, the distractions proved to be his undoing, as Crono capitalized on the chaos to gain the upper hand. Crono unleashed his signature Wind Slash and Luminarie combo with lightning speed and precision. The impact echoed throughout the arena as Dougie was sent crashing to the canvas, the referee counting the pinfall, and giving Crono a win over the ginger Mach. 
Winner: Crono via Wind Slash x Luminarie -> Pin 

Tommy Dukes: Crono with the win, and Rhea and Heather are still arguing like crazy over there. Dougie looks a little burned out over it. He's just walking to the back, ignoring the two yelling and fighting. 

Nerma: Well that's Dougie's life, but our lives are about to get a whole lot more interesting because it's time for the main event! Ness the World Champion and Poo the VBW Champion taking on #1 Contender Cade Yaggis and Zyro Kurogane! Do they have what it takes? We're about to find out. 

Tommy Dukes: It's time for the match so let's TAKE IT TO THE RING! 

5. Tag: Ness/Poo vs. Cade Yaggis/Zyro Kurogane
-Main event time, and a dream match of sorts, as World Champion Ness and VBW Champion Poo of Metal Rush squared off against #1 Contender "Trigger" Cade Yaggis and Samurai Ifrit's Zyro Kurogane in a clash of generations and titans. The match erupted into a whirlwind of action as each team fought tooth and nail for supremacy. From the outset, the ring became a battleground as each team unleashed a barrage of strikes, slams, and high-flying maneuvers. Metal Rush's raw power and agility collided with the precision and speed of Cade and Zyro. The match escalated with breathtaking sequences of action-packed exchanges. Poo unleashed his devastating array of strikes, while Ness showcased his unparalleled athleticism with lightning-fast strikes and suplexes. Meanwhile, Cade and Zyro fought back with a relentless barrage of kicks and aerial assaults. As the match reached its climax, the momentum shifted back and forth with each team refusing to back down. The crowd roared in excitement as near-falls and close calls kept them on the edge of their seats. Suddenly, the arena erupted in chaos as Seto Kaiba stormed into the ring wielding a steel chair. With swift and calculated precision, he viciously attacked Cade and Zyro. The match ended in a DQ as Metal Rush put the boots to Zyro and Cade, but "Shogun Steel" took the chair from Seto and actually kept his word by watching out for the "Triggerman". 
Winners: Cade Yaggis/Zyro Kurogane via DQ 

Tommy Dukes: Oh come on! It was just really starting to ramp up! At least Zyro-K is clearing the ring with chair in hand! 

Nerma: We have a chaotic road ahead of us, as Zyro-K and Ness prepare to face off in an all out war for the future of EBW! It's all coming soon, but we'll see you this weekend for The Storm because it's back in the hands of the Renegades! Buh-bye!

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Good News Gary: Good News Everyone! Good News Gary is back for EBW World! It's NOT Good News for fans of Ted Pettentool though. Unfortunately, his body was finally found in a ditch in Threed. We at EBW wish him the best in his future endeavors…as a zombie you see. He had zombification in his insurance policy. The hunt is on for his killer, so if you have any information, probably tell the cops too, but we'd REALLY love to hear about it. In the meantime, here's my new co-host for EBW World. 

Russ Nightlife: You say new, as if we haven't been acquainted. I must have passed my previous audition with FLYING colors! I was in high demand! 

Good News Gary: The last time EBW called you was in November of 2023. That's why Tack won't remember you. Tali might. 

Russ Nightlife: Obviously the urgency came from my good looks and boundless charismaaaaaaaaa. 

Good News Gary: Actually, it had to do with the fact that you frequent that name gentlemen's club as the rest of the Top Hat Society, and- oh dear, did I just reveal the name of the secret society of mischievous men that secretly have great clout and influence? Did I just name drop the ultra secret group that includes members like myself, Bad News Barry, and other mischievous mustachioed men up to all sorts? 

Russ Nightlife: That sounds like a you problem my top hatted friend, but fear not, because Russ Nightlife is here to stay, for the love of EBW, whatever it might actually be, and for the love of a steady paycheck. 

Good News Gary: I'M HERE FOR RAINS! 

Russ Nightlife: Of course you are! 

Good News Gary: We have to talk about wrestling now! 

Russ Nightlife: Is this what we're doing? I was wrestling in bed with another man's wife not too long ago. Oh there he is in fact! 

Bad News Barry: You! Thought I could smell cheap aftershave and bull*bleep*! 

Russ Nightlife: That's the man whose wife I slept with! 

Bad News Barry: Nightlife! I might appear completely calm, but inwardly I'm working out how exactly I'm going to KILL you, and this time I WILL kill you I *bleep* thee nay! 

Russ Nightlife: Give it a rest will ya? The alpha male took what he wanted, and left the beta in the dust. You have to have balls of steel and boundless charismaaaaaa.

Bad News Barry: I HATE THE WAY YOU SAY THAT!

Bad News Barry pulled out a gun and fired it several times into the air, as plaster from the ceiling fell on his head. 

Bad News Barry: I'm serious Nightlife! You won't get away with it this time! The Top Hot Society, the uber secret organization that controls the world from the shadows, has kept you protect until now, but I have you in the palm of my hand, and I AM going to kill you! 

Russ Nightlife: You just fired all the bullets in that gun. 

Bad News Barry: No, I didn't! You can't fool me! 

Russ Nightlife: Your top hat is crooked. 

Bad News Barry: What?! IT IS?! 

As Berry looked up to check, Russ hit him with a straight front kick, and then ran away, jumping through a glass window. 

Good News Gary: ….HOW ABOUT SOME EBW NEWS? So we're hurtling towards Victory Explosion! I'm looking forward to it. Nothing else to get in the way or compete with it, and nothing to block the creative process now that certain other events have ended. I know one guy who is looking forward to VE18! Tack Angel, the pushpin seraphim and hero of our hearts. In the process of leaving Mid-South, he found himself deep in debt to Tom Nook in the town of New Leaf. Now looking to get a major payday, Tack is doing anything he can to make money. Including….

Recording Studio

A grumpy Tack sat in the recording booth, as two men piped in from the other room. 

Clem Fandango: Tack? Tack, can you hear me? It's Clem Fandango. Can you hear me? 

Tack Angel: Yes, I can hear you Clem Fandango. 

Eggs Bert: Tack, you know the song already right? So we're just going to play it, and you do the voice over for the advert alright? 

Tack Angel: Yes, but why did Clem Fandango chime in? 

Clem Fandango: I'm Tack, can you hear me? It's Clem Fandango.

Tack Angel: I can hear you Clem Fandango. 

Clem Fandango: Yeah, Tack it's Clem Fandango here, and I just wanted to make sure you could hear me is all. 

Tack Angel: ….Alright. *clears throat* The NEW 6001 SUX! It's the car that literally goes 'VROOOM' when you drive! 

Eggs Bert: That's great Tack. Perfect. Before you go though, we got one other thing we could use you for. You got time?

Clem Fandango: Tack? It's Clem Fandango. Can you hear me? 

Tack Angel: …Yeah…yeah Clem Fandango, I can hear you. 

Clem Fandango: We have one other thing we could use you for. You have time?

Tack Angel: He just said that! *sigh* Sure. What is it? This script here? Just this one word? "Yes!" Easy peasy. *clears throat* YES! 

Eggs Bert: Hey Tack, the feeling in here is that you could be more positive. Really go for it. 

Tack Angel: More positive? It's just one word! YES! 

Eggs Bert: You know what, just throw out the script and really go for it. 

Tack Angel: Throw out the script? *sigh* Alright then. I'll do it again….*looks at script* Oh yeah. YES! 

Clem Fandango: Hey Tack, it's Clem Fandango, can you hear me? 
Tack Angel: YES! I can hear you Clem Fandango! YES! YES! YES! 

Eggs Bert: …That was perfect Tack thanks. 

Tack Angel: *sigh* Doing it for Makoto….doing it for Makoto….and not the cute dog woman who sniffed my crotch.

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Good News Gary: THAT WASN'T WRESTLING RELATED! Someone bring me the card for the next 3-Hour Xcite! THAT would be Good News! 

Minako Aino: I have it right heeeeere! Teehee! 

Good News Gary: Why do you have it? How did you get it?



EBW: Xcite
Fourside Arena, Fourside
ENN

1. Women's Singles: Makoto Kino vs. Gianna Rambaldi 
2. CXJ Division Singles: Rey Dorado vs. Flying Man<3'dPW>
3. Non-Title Women's Singles: Erica vs. Sailor V
4. Singles: Void vs. Point Man 
5. EBW Tag Team Championships: Razorblade(c)/Snakebite(c) vs. Tack Angel/Geoff Garrett 
6. Singles: Bashin Dan vs. Colby Roads 

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