Strike TV Wrestling Update!

Tony Bologna: Tony Bologna here in the ACTUAL Control Center....but the plant in the corner is gone....everything else is real though....I think...yeah...I can't feel a green screen. This is the right room. Anyways, I'm joined by a huge name we haven't seen in a couple weeks. The Women's World Champion Troian. She's uh....with Ripper Jane and Murasaki....didn't expect all of this.

Troian: Doesn't hurt to travel in numbers when you're out in the open. Of course, when I'm in my element, you can't see me, you can't touch me, you won't even know I'm there until it's too late.

Tony Bologna: Well you did create a major upset to end 2018, but we haven't seen much of you since. Why is that?

Troian: I have my reasons. I've got a special project I'm working on, got paid a lot for it. Wasn't easy, as I had to work off of pictures and second hand information, but I'll be pulling it off all too soon.

Tony Bologna: So, you're more interested in your "work" than being in the spotlight?

Troian: The spotlight isn't my thing. I don't care for it. I don't care for much of this really. I won this title to piss off Lady M's. THAT made me smile. THAT is funny. But, I don't want the "glitz and glamor" that comes with being a World Champion. I'll hold this, and I'll keep holding it, but I will show up when I feel like it, and I will do what I want.

Tony Bologna: Well, your division just got a lot bigger with the influx of Elevation. How do you-

Troian: I don't. Whatever you're going to say, I just don't. I don't care. They can have the spotlight they want. Give them the glitz and glamour. I got what I want, and if I want anything else, I'll take it when I feel like it. It's JUST that simple.

Murasaki: .....

Tony Bologna: What about these two? You've formed a group? What do you-

Ripper Jane: Don't call us a group. We're not. We're not in a box. We're not in a stable. You can label us something, but it won't stick. We're all like minded, in that we'll do what we want, and we'll have some fun. I came back, to hurt people, and I'm enjoying every minute of it. Troian took the title off M's, but at New Year Rising 2019, I intend to take the fight out of her. Haha!

Tony Bologna: Wow! That's a big challenge thrown down. It's not the only one though cause....wait...are they gone? Can I transition now? Alright, let's do this. New Year Rising is really shaping up with challenges. We had a fun two weeks with the themed episodes, but now it's time to get back to business with a HUGE Xcite in Summers! The last Xcite before New Year Rising....and technically the only one before it....because of the theme weeks? Never mind. Let's take a look at some match cards, including the official announcement for Trevor Mach's new Legendary Championship title defense. Who challenged him on Xcite? You're about to find out!

EBW: New Year Rising 2019
Fourside Arena, Fourside
Strike TV+

1. EBW World Tag Team Championships: Takumi Inui(c)/Dragon Shiryu(c) vs. Kinniku Mike/Sal Paradise
2. 8-Woman Tag: Nani/Tracy/Iroha/Faris vs. Valarie Dorado/Erica/21st Century Foxx/Sylvia
3. EBW Legendary Championship: Trevor Mach(c) vs. Dougie Mach
4. Women's No Rules Singles: Lady M's vs. Ripper Jane
5. EBW World Championship: Bashin Dan(c) vs. Johnny Starbound

Tony Bologna: That's right! Dougie Mach, Trevor's beloved cousin returned and laid down a big challenge.

Backstage

Following the events of Super Blood Wolf Moon, Dougie Mach was approached as he tried leaving the arena.

Dougie Mach: Out of my way! No interviews! Alright fine, I'll give you some more. For years, I've been treated like a joke. I finally proved myself, and then it went down the toilet again. Meanwhile, my cousin Trevor Mach, he's got it all! He's got a family, a baby on the way, a close knit bonded group, and he's got the prize I always wanted. The original EBW World Championship. The lineage might have been passed down from belt to belt, but that original title, that was the one that made me want to do this. It's what made me want to wrestle. You ever feel like someone took your dream and tried to do it better right in front of you? Trevor, you're a bastard, you helped crush my dreams, by always getting in the way of them. It always had to be about you. Well, I'm going to right this wrong. I've been away for some time, but I'm completely healed, and I've been training hard. I don't intend to stick around. I just want this one chance to shatter the ego of Trevor Mach, my "cousin". We're not family anymore if you ask me. Family is so important to him? How come he never visited me in the hospital huh? Where was he? His REAL family has needed him, off camera, but he's too busy mugging and living it up. Fuck you Trevor.

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Tony Bologna: INCREDIBLY strong words! The new Legendary Champion Trevor Mach has not commented on all of that yet, but he sent out word that he accepted the challenge. The normally boisterous Mach might have had a nerve hit by his cousin. Who knows. All I know is that we get that match and SO MUCH MORE! We don't even have the rest of the Elite 4 on the card yet! We've got Thrillers that are going to come out of the wood work too I'm sure! DragonFaiz is returning! It's going to be GREAT! Don't miss it!

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Bad Dudes Dojo

Trevor Mach: Alright gang, that's great. We'll wrap up today and continue next week....if the checks clear....just kidding....or am I? Class dismissed.

Dougie Mach: Well holy shit, I never imagined anyone would attempt to take lessons from you. Don't they know rule #1? Trevor Mach ALWAYS stabs you in the back.

Trevor Mach: That's where you're wrong cousin. I'll stab you right in your face if I'm going to do it. Which reminds me, how is everyone back home?

Dougie Mach: Like you care! You don't call, you don't write. You never even check up on your "favorite cousin" anymore.

Trevor Mach: You live like 2 blocks away from me!

Dougie Mach: That's not the point! You should have to be the one to make the effort!

Trevor Mach: Been a little busy you ginger bastard! Anyways, you're back now, so that's great. If you wanted a match, all you had to do was ask.

Dougie Mach: I'm back to stop you from going on another ego trip. Every time you do this shit, it's because you aren't the center of attention anymore.

Trevor Mach: What? The Legendary Championship? It's something I've wanted them to do for a while. I just took the initiative. I mean how cool is it to have a title that you have to qualify to challenge for by being a former World Champion! It gives the old dogs a new glory to reach for. I've screwed around with titles and ideas in the past. Here and there I do things because I'm bored. This....this is actually bad ass to me. It's fair too. You're a former World Champion, so YOU get a shot!

Dougie Mach: That's right I AM a former World Champion! I made Havok my bitch when it first started! Then, you helped them all forget about me, because you can't have any of us stealing your spotlight.

Trevor Mach: I'm so sick of the spotlight bullshit! You want it? Take it! I don't care! I'm here to fight! You want to fight? We'll fight. You want to bitch some more? Go do it somewhere else.

Dougie Mach: We're going to fight. It's going to be one to remember, and I'm going to CRUSH you!

Trevor Mach: When you lose, you better NOT go crying to my parents that I'm picking on you again! They call me and give me this long spiel about playing nice with my cousins. I'm 35 DAMMIT!

Dougie Mach: ...I-I WON'T! YOU'RE SUCH AN ASS! *sigh* You coming to the reunion this year?

Trevor Mach: Was thinking about it. Why?

Dougie Mach: ...Can we carpool?

Trevor Mach: Well it would save money on gas. I don't see why not.

Strike TV Wrestling Update!

Tony Bologna: Tony Bologna in the Control Center for another one of these things. I need a new intro line don't I? I'm joined by former Women's World Champion Lady M's, who....has a chain saw?

Lady M's: Oh, this isn't for you Tony. It's for Ripper Jane. It's for Murasaki. It's for Troian. You know that bitch likes to blend in. She could strike at any time. So, I'm ready for her.

Tony Bologna: With a chain saw?

Lady M's: Desperate times call for desperate measures Tony. Look, I'm trying to be nice here. I fought some personal demons....and literal demons...and cleaned myself back up. I recommitted myself to wrestling, and raising up the next generation of talent. Where is it getting me? I got a target on my back and this chain saw on standby. I'm tired of it. Tired of these little punks. Tired of the bullshit. Tired of just not being able to use this chainsaw!

Tony Bologna: Yeah....I can see that.

Lady M's: Sorry...I just think I'm starting to LOSE IT! Ripper Jane, I'm going to carve you up. I'm not pulling any punches. I'm not out to make this look good. I'm just going to hurt you. You step in the ring with me now, and that is what you're going to get. You're going to get hurt. Vroom vroom! That's the sound of the chainsaw....it's out of gas though...so...

Tony Bologna: ....Why don't we go to commercial?

Crystal Fourside

Tack Angel: Hi, I'm Tack Angel, former EBW World Champion, and the Destined Prince of the Stars....but you probably know me better for my work in EBW. This is Crystal Fourside, and it's just WAITING for tourists and newcomers like yourselves. Now, I know what you're thinking. "Isn't there a Civil War going on there right now?" That simply isn't true. It's not civil at all! *cough* So yeah, you might be wondering why I so badly want you to join us in the glorious Crystal Kingdom! It's simple really, I want to welcome you all to my beautiful home....and we need some tourism money pretty badly. I've thought about other ways of doing this, like offering you a cash for gold program, but that's a fraud, and I don't smash guitars for a living. Huh? What did I mean by that? I don't know.

Helios Angel runs into Tack's arms.

Tack Angel: Hey hey, there's my little girl, who I would never want to go hungry....and neither would you right? But look, I'm not out to take advantage of you. I have another special offer. Lately I've seen cryptocurrency swoop into the global market and kick it right in the sweetness. It's created a new culture of massively unqualified financial experts with no idea what they're talking about. At least, that's what Amy tells me. Isn't that right Amy?

Amy: Here in the Crystal Kingdom, we love nothing more than talking confidently about important issues we no little about, and fleecing stacks of cash from people who really should know better.

Tack Angel: Huh?

Amy: Haha! Just kidding!

Tack Angel: Oh...you had me worried there for a minute.

Amy: No, we want to give you a chance to come to our Kingdom, AND be on the ground floor of a brand new economy. A market that is going to swell with potential. Introducing....

Tack Angel: STAR COIN!

Amy: This cryptocurrency is SO secure, the value as of now...is unknown.

Tack Angel: Wow! That's REALLY secure!

Amy: I know right? It's also TOTALLY unregulated, and best of all, NO LIABILITIES! Go nuts!

Tack Angel: Each Star Coin will be worth 5 Euroland Pounds....if....they agree to it of course...until then she's right...the value is a mystery, but isn't that fun!? It could be worth EVEN MORE! Who knows? Wait....this commercial sounds kind of scammy doesn't it? Turn off the camera. WAIT! COME BACK!

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Crystal Fourside

Tack Angel looked out over his kingdom with a hint of sadness...

Makoto: Well hey Tack, is that a hint of sadness?

Tack Angel: Huh? I guess so. You know me too well. Just a hint of it though.

Makoto: What's wrong?

Tack Angel: I just wish we could get more people to visit the Kingdom. It feels so empty. I mean sure, we've got referees and penguins, but this place is so big. We need more.

Makoto: Do we really though?

Tack Angel: What do you mean?

Makoto: This place was built for our family right?

Tack Angel: Yeah.

Makoto: Well we're all here together, and we're happy.

Tack Angel: *sigh* Christina isn't happy...the future one.

Makoto: Tack, she's got to figure out what she needs on her own.

Tack Angel: You're so smart Makoto.

Makoto: I know about living alone, and I know about friendship and family. Things can't always go like we plan, but we'll get through it together. So don't worry Tack. Your daughter is our daughter, no matter how weird that might be for her, family is family. As for Crystal Fourside, the family is here, and that is what matters.

Tack Angel: You're very smart Makoto. People always wonder how I ended up in the position I'm in, but it's clear to me. You're all there for me, and I want to be there for you. I love you. It's that simple.

Makoto: I love you too. We all do.

Tack Angel: Heh...thank you.

Makoto: By the way, don't think we forgot about your birthday Tack. It's tomorrow, and we're planning a big party for you. We could do another show here, just for us. I know how much you enjoyed the previous two. Doesn't even have to be for EBW or Strike TV. It could just be fun for us.

Tack Angel: Thank you so much for that, but I don't need that now. You showed me that putting on shows here was just an attempt to bring in people we don't need. We're a family, and we should just celebrate as a family. No need to do anything big or extravagant.

Faris: Tack! There you are! We've been looking for you.

Tack Angel: What's wrong Faris? Did something happen to Taquito?!

Faris: No, he's fine. But listen, isn't it your Dad's birthday today?

Tack Angel: .......SH-

Angel Family Presents: Happy Birthday Wayne Angel AKA Tackyo Drift
Crystal Fourside Food Court, Crystal Fourside

1. Dan Van vs. Mach Motorcycle: Lady M's beat Cade/Vapetrain via Of Course the Motorcycle would be faster than the Dan Van
2. 6-Angel Tag: Tracy[o]/Nani/Amy beat Faris/Makoto/Iroha[x] via Rock, Paper, Scissors, cause a real match would have upset Tack obviously
3. Mixed Timeline Tag: Christina Angel[Future]/Christina Angel[Present] beat Bashin Dan[x]/Benjamin via Gently helping Young Christina do a splash off the Top Rope onto a willing Bashin Dan, cause he's a good sport -> Pin
4. Happy Birthday Pops: Tack Angel vs. Trevor Mach ended in a Time Limit Draw!

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Degrees Office

Degrees was sitting behind his desk, staring at Lady M's, who was staring at the ceiling and spinning around in her chair...

Degrees: M's? You uh....you alright?

Lady M's: Perfectly fine.

Degrees: You seem distracted.

Lady M's: Nope. Just bored.

Degrees: We really need to talk.

Lady M's: No we don't. I'm fine.

Degrees: I'm not so sure. Now, I'm not certain WHY you were sent to me, as this isn't my field, but mental health is important, and your bosses don't believe you have it....mental health that is....they think you're lacking that.

Lady M's: So maybe I am. What else is new?

Degrees: You threatened to kill people with a chainsaw.

Lady M's: ....Again....what else is new?

Degrees: They believed you this time? I'm not really sure. I'm told your behavior has been "erratic".

Lady M's: What els-

Degrees: More so! It's been erratic MORE SO! You haven't taken any big hits to the head recently have you?

Lady M's: ...I'm a wrestler.

Degrees: Right. Well what about your sobriety.

Lady M's: It's still there...for now.

Degrees: Are you sure? What about barbiturates?

Lady M's: Hey! I only looked at her! I didn't do that! I'm a married woman! Just part of a normal Eagleland family of a husband, a wife,.....and our pregnant girlfriend.

Degrees: What? What are you talking abo- "Bar bitch you a-" OH REAL MATURE TALI!

Lady M's: Are we done? I'm fine. Let me go.

Degrees: Alright fine. You are cleared Lady M's.

Lady M's: I'm not Lady M's right now. She's taking a break. Endless M's is in the driver seat right now, because I'm an Endless Mess, and I'm going to kill people with a chain saw. Vroom vroom! That's the sound it would make....if I had it on me....BYE!

Degrees: Oh dammit! Come back!

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Bad Dudes Dojo

Mach was polishing his Legendary Championship when a familiar face entered the room...

?: So, this is what you're up to now huh? Got your own Dojo, and you're coveting your prize?

Trevor Mach: Well holy shit. Derek, you always pick the weirdest times to show up here you know?

Derek Mach: I like to pick and choose my spots cousin. Hadn't visited in a while and all.

Trevor Mach: So what's the game this time? You with me? Against me?

Derek Mach: I'm out of the game this round. It seems Dougie subbed in this time.

Trevor Mach: If it's not one ginger bastard it's the other right?

Derek Mach: He's pissed at you. I'm a little disappointed myself.

Trevor Mach: Is that right? What ever did I do this time?

Derek Mach: That belt you've got there. That's not you.

Trevor Mach: Do you even know me? I make up titles all the time? It's a lot of fun for me. This is something I was due. A prize for all the work I've put in. The damage to my body, the strain on the family. Everything that has happened. I put myself on the straight and narrow, and now I get my due. Recognition for just how much I've contributed to all of this madness.

Derek Mach: You really need a belt for that? You always put of thought into the titles didn't you? When we were growing up, you always just wanted to be a champion. Figured at this point, you'd think the "legend of Trevor Mach" was more than just a title belt.

Trevor Mach: I'm amused Derek, really I am. You're wagging the finger at me now? When did we get there? What did you do to earn that right? Did you somehow fix that space station you blew up?

Derek Mach: Being a Dad...it gives you perspective.

Trevor Mach: ....Heh....you're not wrong about that.

Derek Mach: I've been watching. I see you going through the motions right now. You're not happy with your position. You tried to change it, form yourself into the veteran franchise of EBW, but that's not you. You're the "Bad Man" cousin. You're not the face of the company, you're the big bad wolf.

Trevor Mach: ...You're saying smart things today. I appreciate that.

Derek Mach: I guess I owed you some advice.

Trevor Mach: Oh you owe me a lot more than that, but we'll start with this, and work from there.

Derek Mach: So....what are you going to do about that title belt?

Trevor Mach: ...Something "Bad".

Trevor walked into the back and grabbed a sledgehammer. He knocked the belt on the floor and smashed it into bits.

Trevor Mach: There...how about that?

Derek Mach: ...Didn't that belong to somebody?

Trevor Mach: Oh shit! Ness is going to be PISSED!

Dougie Mach: Not as mad as me.

Trevor Mach: Family reunion!

Dougie Mach: Derek, what the hell are you doing?! I was going to take that from him! I was going to hurt him!

Derek Mach: You think maybe it's time we all stop trying to hurt each other?

Dougie Mach: NO! I will get my due! I can't help that you got domesticated and lost your balls, but I haven't! You were ruthless! You tried to turn me into a monster all those years ago!

Derek Mach: I remember. Do you remember who it was that saved you? That guy right there? This doesn't seem like gratitude to me.

Dougie Mach: I'm tired of being the other Mach in this equation. It's always been about you two. When the Space Station blew up, I wasn't even involved in the proceedings, and I'm family! I don't need either of you. I'm back to do damage, and that's all I want to do. I wanted that title, and I won't be satisfied until I get something else.

Trevor Mach: Wait....I got an idea.

Trevor walked to the back and tossed Dougie his TBCW Twoson Fairgrounds Tag Team Championship.

Trevor Mach: Apparently, I won this with Firebrand X at some point. You can have mine. It doesn't matter.

Dougie Mach: You think I want something you DON'T care about? I mean...I'm going to take it obviously...but what else you got? What about that ring, the World Team Championship ring.

Trevor Mach: Yeah....that one IS important. That one symbolizes a brotherhood, something you never understood....but I tell you what. If you beat me at New Year Rising 2019, not only will I give you this ring, but I'll give you my spot in the Elite 4 as well. The other guys, they will agree to it too. You can take my spot.

Dougie Mach: ...Fine.

Derek Mach: Hey don't leave yet.

Dougie Mach: I got what I wanted. I have no reason to stick around. Derek, you might as well be dead to me.

Derek Mach: ...Alright...maybe I had that coming.

Trevor Mach: I can't believe he actually took that belt! Firebrand is going to be perturbed. I think he gets perturbed. I rarely see him angry, so-

Ness: ......!

Trevor Mach: IS EVERYONE COMING OVER TODAY?!

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Renegade Arena - Backstage

Stuart entered the building in preparation for Xcite, when he suddenly found himself face to face with a grizzly murder scene...

Stuart: Good LORD, what is happening here?!

Mayor Strong: Some grizzly heinous acts in MY city Stuart!

Stuart: I'm just as surprised as you are! What's going on?

Antonio Jr: Uh....I can explain...so it turns out that Ryo kid didn't get along with that Lan Di fella I signed. I told him if he wanted to get hired to fight him, he'd learn how to cut a promo.

Stuart: AND?!

Antonio Jr: He decided instead to kill him with a forklift.

Stuart: HOLY SHIT!

Antonio Jr: I DIDN'T KNOW! I mean, the kid was swearing vengeance CONSTANTLY, but people do that around here all the time! How was I supposed to know he was insane!

Stuart: ...

Antonio Jr: I'LL CLEAN IT UP! I'LL CLEAN IT UP!

Stuart: *sigh*

Renegade Arena - VIP Box

Valarie Dorado: Well hello everyone. Were you occupied watching that tripe? Sorry, but not sorry to interrupt. I just thought we'd show you what it's like to really watch the show in style. The Elevation way. See, we made an instant impression. I became the Women's Television Champion, the other members of the group claimed the Trios Championships back for the women. We did that in our first matches back. Our first matches as a group. Can you imagine what we can do with a little time and patience? We're planning. We've got all kinds of ideas. That's what real elite do. They plan. They plot. They bide their time, and they take what belongs to them. We're going to make EBW remember us. We're going to make this our show, our promotion, our sport. Elevation, remember the name.

EBW: Xcite
Renegade Arena, Saturn City
Strike TV

1. EBW Women's World Tag Team Championships: Lainey Strong/Calamity Jane[o] beat Iroha(c)[x]/Tracy(c) via Lariat -> Pin -> NEW EBW Women's World Tag Team Champions![
2. Women's Singles: Hope Mach beat Murasaki via DQ
3. Singles: Kinniku Mike beat Jamie OD via Muscle Buster -> Pin
4. Tag: Trevor Mach[o]/Subculture beat Little Mac/"The Brand"[x] via Knee Trigger -> Pin
5. Women's No Rules Singles: Rose Mulligan beat Ripper Jane via Bloody Bomb -> Pin
6. 8-Man Tag: Johnny Starbound[o]/Vjhearson Golvoth/Robert Sandwich/Misogynist Paul beat Bashin Dan[x]/Jammer/Benjamin/Cade via 450 Splash -> Pin

Stuart: Celebrate all you want Johnny, but we both know that you had help getting that win over the World Champion. He's too kind to admit it. He's too honorable to bitch about it. I'm not. I'm not in the slightest. We have a big event coming. New Year Rising 2019. I know you're challenging for the World Championship, but I think I'm going to raise the stakes. It's been brought to my attention that yes, several titles can be confusing. We don't want to go about abandoning titles or giving up on lineages though. We've been there and done that. We've merged titles. We've forgotten all about titles. I want to go back to an old tried and true format. The title for title concept. Get where I'm going with this? You will be putting your Television and No Limit Championships on the line, and the winner of this match, will be the EBW World Triple Crown Champion!

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Degrees Office

Christina Angel: Well? How am I?

Degrees: Well, your x-rays show that you're a little banged up, but I'd say you're cleared to compete. Although, my opinion on this subject is a little shaky these days. However, medically, you're just fine. Thank you for coming in. I know your back and knees have been giving you trouble.

Christina Angel: Yeah, I must've just taken a nasty stinger, but I feel fine now. Thanks for the check up though.

Degrees: Oh...oh wait...uh...I was supposed to...uh...I have something else to tell you.

Christina Angel: Well? Go on.

Degrees: I did some blood work and....well...it turns out that you're NOT Amy Angel's daughter.

Christina Angel: ....Huh?

Degrees: Yes. Uh...it appears...uh...that your ACTUALLY the future daughter of Iroha!

Christina Angel: NANI?!

Degrees: Huh? No, Iroha! That's great though right? Your mother AND your friend?! I mean, what are the chances right? I guess you'll want to go talk to her about this.

Christina Angel: ...Doc...you're a terrible liar.

Degrees: ....Yeah, I know.

Christina Angel: Why did you tell me that? A bad joke?

Degrees: No! SHE told me to.

Christina Angel: Who?

Degrees: Iroha. She said you'd love to hear it. I wanted to help, but looking back, it was a bad idea. I'm sorry.

Christina Angel: You're not the one I'm mad at Doc. First, they have completely freaked out Subculture, and now THIS! I'll make sure she knows I got the message. Thanks Doc.

Degrees: ....Oh boy.

*ring ring*

Degrees: Hello? Oh yes, she was just in here. Yeah Iroha, I told her. I don't think she liked that at all. Don't ask me to do something like that again alright? It's unethical, and I could lose my license. Wait....what license?

?

In a dark room, a figure is on the other side of the phone.

Rufus Poochyfud: *voice of Iroha* I'm sorry Doctor, but I appreciate it. You've helped out so much. You really have no idea how much.

Bad Dudes Dojo

Trevor Mach was sitting at his desk playing on his phone, when Firebrand X rushed in and slammed down his TBCW Tag title.

Firebrand X: Mind telling me what you're doing giving away your title?

Trevor Mach: YOU....have got to stop slamming things down on my table bro. Look, I don't even remember winning those.

Firebrand X: Me either, but that's not the point. We have the titles, and we-

Trevor Mach: And what? Who cares? Do they matter to us? Doesn't matter to me. Not anymore. We got bigger and better things to shoot for in current year my man. Toss that title out the window, and focus. Focus on being the best man! Focus on these rings! The Elite 4! THAT is important!

Firebrand X: ....Yeah...I don't know why I was even upset.

Trevor Mach: I just think you like slamming things down on tables.

Firebrand X: Yeah....I really do.

Firebrand tossed his title out the window, where it fell into the possession of...

Nosan: ...Huh? Hey alright! This is totally mine now! Dibs!

EBW: The Clash NYR 2019 Pre-Show
Fourside Arena, Fourside
Strike TV

1. EBW Anahauc National Championship: Dorado Mask beat Hex Zero Limit(c) via Top Rope Doradorana -> Pin -> NEW EBW Anahauc National Champion!
Tony Bologna: Dorado Mask is showing Hex Zero Limit that he continues to improve! He's not backing down from his rival this time! He's meeting him right on the top rope! I don't believe it! Top Rope Doradorana! 1-2-3! Dorado Mask is the NEW Anahauc Champion! The Lucha Soldados claim another title!
2. EBW Eagleland National Championship: Los Tiburon(c) beat Hexagon Dark via DQ -> Title Defense?
3. Women's Tag: Troian[o]/Murasaki beat Hope Mach/Christina Angel[x] via Angel Driver -> Pin
Tony Bologna: Troian, our Women's World Champion, is just mocking Christina, repeatedly taunting her by acting like Iroha! She caught her off guard! Using her own Angel Driver against her! No! The pin! Troian and Murasaki win.
4. EBW Edo National Championship: Benjamin(c) beat Kota Hayashi[JTTW] via Spear -> Pin -> Title Defense!
Tony Bolgona: Kota Hayashi, "special friend" of Benny Alpha, who has just signed with Just The Tip Wrestling, would LOVE to bring the Edo Championship to his...."special friend". Wait, he just did a Phoenix Splash onto the concrete! Benjamin wasn't even there! He's staggering in to the ring! SPEAR! 1-2-3! Benjamin with the defense!

Dan Club Locker Room

The Club were getting ready for their matches, with Dan staring at two cards on the table.

Jammer: The hell are you doing?

Bashin Dan: I'm deciding something....or trying to. It's not fair though.

Jammer: What isn't?

Bashin Dan: I have feelings for two women....who both have feelings for me. Their feelings, their hearts, are so precious to me. I wish to protect them. I want them both to smile. *sigh* This was so much easier when I just stuck to my card game.

Jammer:  Wow. Look at you. You're really torn up about this aren't you? I-I didn't think you would be. I thought it'd be easy.

Bashin Dan: Matters of the heart never are. Life is all about making tough choices, and taking things to heart. You have to care about everything. It's like a card game, making the right moves, you have to put your heart into it. I care Jam. I've always cared, about them, and about you. You're family to me, and you always will be.

Jammer: ...Dan. Dan listen, tonight you-

Cade: It's time Dan, we got to get going.

Bashin Dan: Right. Good luck tonight team. You're my friends. You're my family. Let's all go out there and do our best! GANBARE!

Jammer: Dan wait!

?: What are you doing?

Jammer: Huh?

?: Yeah, I'm watching you. Of course I am. If I'm going to pull this off, I have to watch my targets. Don't blow this. After all...it was YOUR idea.

Jammer: ....*sigh*.

EBW: New Year Rising 2019
Fourside Arena, Fourside
Strike TV+

1. 10-Man Tag: Tack Angel[o]/Firebrand X/Subculture/Cade/Jammer beat "The Brand"/Vjhearson Golvoth/Robert Sandwich/Misogynist Paul[x]/Little Mac via Angel Driver with...wait for it...a WRRRRRIST CLUUUTCH! -> Pin
2. EBW World Tag Team Championships: Takumi Inui(c)[o]/Dragon Shiryu(c) beat Kinniku Mike/Sal Paradise[x] via Crimson Smash -> Pin -> Title Defense!
3. 8-Woman Tag: Valarie Dorado[o]/Erica/21st Century Foxx/Sylvia beat Nani/Tracy/Iroha[x]/Faris via Cross Armbreaker -> Submission
Tony Bologna: Elevation, here to prove they are the best, but the Angel Family is cohesive tonight. They are impressive, and their training is really showing. Wait...here comes Christina! She's tripping up Iroha! What?! Iroha fell into the Cross Armbreaker! Valarie Dorado is tapping her out! Christina Angel helped Elevation or did she just want to hurt Iroha?! What is going on here?!
4. EBW Team Championship Ring/Spot in Elite 4: Trevor Mach(c) beat Dougie Mach via Burning Machismo x Knee Trigger -> Pin
5. Women's No Rules Singles: Lady M's beat Ripper Jane via Sexy Strong Stunner x Rolling M's -> Pin
Tony Bologna: This is grotesque! Lady M's has lost it! She is taking chair shots straight to the head, and she looks like she's loving it! Her demeanor keeps changing. I don't think even Ripper Jane knows what to make of it! WHOA! M's elbowed the chair right into her face! SEXY STRONG STUNNER! ROLLING M'S! 1-2-3! LADY M'S WITH THE WIN OUT OF NOWHERE! UNBELIEVABLE!
6. EBW World Triple Crown Formation: Bashin Dan(c) beat Johnny Starbound via Brave Clash -> Pin -> Title Defense!
Tony Bologna: The most important battle these two have ever been apart of! The formation of EBW'S World Triple Crown is going to happen, and one of these men is going to make history like no other before them! Starbound off the top with the 450, but Dan rolled out of the way! He looks ready to attack, but what's this? This woman....who is she? This young purple haired woman has caught Dan's attention. Who is she? Careful Dan, Starbound is getting back up. Jammer! What's he doing out here!? He's getting in her way! Telling Dan to turn around! What's happening here?! Dan evades Starbound! OW! Johnny just hit the turnbuckle hard! He's stumbling over to Dan! BRAVE CLASH! 1-2-3! Bashin Dan did it! He's the Triple Crown Champion of the WORLD! The Young Ace continues to shine! He's celebrating with Dan Club, but he's trying to figure out why Jammer is arguing with this woman. He's getting out of the ring to talk to them!

Bashin Dan: Mai? Where have you been? What's going on he-

Jammer: Dan NO!

"Mai": Well shit, we didn't get the title, but I'll still have my fun.

Bashin Dan: Huh?

The woman with purple hair clobbered Dan over the head with a chair, busting his head open badly. As he looked up from his puddle of blood, he saw "Mai" pull off a wig.

Bashin Dan: M-M-Mai?

Troian: Not quite boy. Another perfect performance by yours truly...and you have Jammer to thank for it all.

Bashin Dan: J-J-Jamm-

Jammer: Oh no. Dan, I'm sorry!

Bashin Dan passed out, with Hope Mach, the Dan Club, and EMTs coming to help him. Cade pushed away Jammer and got into a shouting match with him as the show came to a surprising and abrupt close.

-

Outside of Fourside Arena

The Dan Van pulled up, and the Dan Club quickly made their way inside. Jammer tried to follow them in...

Jammer: Guys wait! I need to talk to Dan! Dan! Let me talk to you!

Cade: He doesn't want to talk to you. He doesn't want to see you. You got what you wanted, you hurt our friend. You feel good about yourself?

Jammer: No, this isn't right! It's not what I-

Bashin Dan: Was it your idea?

Jammer: I....

Bashin Dan: Answer me Jam! Was it YOUR idea?

Jammer: .....Yes.

Bashin Dan: ...You win Jammer. You're out of the Dan Club. You're free. Just....just leave me alone. I'm not cleared to compete tonight. I have several staples in my head, and I just need to sit down.

Jammer: I didn't want this.

Vapetrain: Didn't you?! Wasn't this the whole point of the Thrillers! You started this! I bought on, and I realized just how wrong it was. Friendship, family, and honor. Those things ARE important, even in professional wrestling! You blew it man. I was lucky, they gave me another chance, and I took it. You blew yours. Get out of here, but don't go too far. I demanded a match with you later, and I got it. I will make you pay for this in the ring.

Jammer: I-

Bashin Dan: Oh...this was for you...you can still have it I guess.

The EBW World Triple Crown Champion dropped a deck of cards onto the ground and walked away. Jammer picked up the deck, with a note on top that said "You might see us as rivals, but that doesn't mean we can't be brothers."

Jammer: ...What have I done?

Johnny Starbound: That's what I want to know! You're damn right you blew it! You blew it for me! You cost me my titles! You cost me the Triple Crown! That was history, and you took it from me! You're damn lucky that fat ass got the shot at you first, cause I demanded one too, and I AM going to get it! You have screwed EVERYTHING up! The Thrillers were taking over! We were cutting edge! We were the new way, and you had to ruin it!

Jammer: Thrillers were?

Johnny Starbound: That's right, it's over. It's done. We're splitting up the group, but don't worry, I'm not done. I'm not done by a long shot. I let you make the rules before, and nothing got done. You just wait and see what I have in store for Bashin Dan and that stupid Dan Club! This star WILL continue to shine, and you, you're just trash that needs to be discarded. Former E1 Winner? Former World Champion? What a joke!

Jammer: ...

Johnny Starbound: What? Got nothing to say? You really have lost it. I can't even look at you anymore.

Jammer: ...

Little Mac: Come on Starbound, you're not booked tonight. Plenty of time to put your plan in action.

Outside of the Dan Club Locker Room

As the Dan Club were heading inside...

Hope Mach: Dan! Dan, there you are. I've been looking for you.

Bashin Dan: Guys, could you please give us some privacy?

Benjamin: Sure my friend. Let's go everyone.

Hope Mach: Ow...that looks...that looks painful.

Bashin Dan: Don't worry, it feels worse than it looks.

Hope Mach: Heh...at least you're still making me smile. You're good at that. I guess we're both having a bad time right now huh?

Bashin Dan: I was deceived, and in that deception....I hurt you too didn't I?

Hope Mach: What?

Bashin Dan: I'm sorry. I never should have put you in that position. You are an amazing person, and the only one that's actually learned how to play Battle Spirits. I mean, I spend hours trying to teach the guys, and they can't figure it out! Vape thought we were playing Poker. You...you picked it right up. You're impressive. You're amazing. You deserve better than me.

Hope Mach: Hey! Don't say that! You don't get to make that decision Dan. It's for me to decide who I have feelings for. You think I'm weak, and I can't understand the situation you were in? You thought you reconnected with someone you had lost. Old feelings don't just die. What kind of person would I be, if I didn't let you figure out what you wanted.

Bashin Dan: Hope, I-

Hope Mach: Dan, you are all heart. You care too much sometimes, and even when your enemies exploit that...you STILL care. You deserve to be happy. We can talk about this another time when you're ready, but just know....I am waiting for you Bashin Dan.

Bashin Dan: ...Hope.

Elite 4 Bus

Trevor Mach: Achoo!

Firebrand X: Cover your mouth!

Trevor Mach: I'm a free sneezer X, you know that. Came out of nowhere though, like something forboding is happening.

Subculture: Yeah, I get that feeling all the time now.

Tack Angel: Son, I just don't understand what Christina was doing do you?!

Subculture: STOP. CALLING. ME. SON. I know exactly why she would do something like that actually, but she's shown restraint until now. Not sure what brought it out all of a sudden.

Tack Angel: She won't return my calls. Is she returning yours?

Subculture: I uh....I haven't been trying to call her.

Tack Angel: What? Why not?

Subculture: Look. I'm going to be clear and concise, as I know you'll miss it completely otherwise. I don't want to be apart of this "Angel Family" thing you've got going on. I thought I could do it, and I love Christina more than I thought I could ever love anyone, but her family, YOU in particular....are just killing the mood man. You're keeping us apart. You got what you wanted.

Tack Angel: What? No! I changed my mind on that! I want you together now! Subbie! Come back! You marry my daughter dang it!

Firebrand X: ...They got a lot of shit to work out.

Trevor Mach: Don't we all?

Firebrand X: Nope. I'm good. I just live my life...and it's pretty good. Also, not having to wear a mask everywhere all the time has been great for my skin. Look, I'm on the cover of this magazine, and the sexiest man in Saturn City.

Firebrand X slams the magazine on the table.

Trevor Mach: ...Huh...how bout that. You know, I could probably get that too if I didn't have all these scars....and a broken nose....and some missing teeth.

Firebrand X: Yeah....sure you could.

Trevor Mach: ....Dammit!

?: No worries my hubby wubby bubby, I think you're AMAZING!

Trevor Mach: Huh?

Lady M's appeared, but she was in a maid dress, with cat ears, paws, and a tail.

Lady M's: Nyan! Your Tali Katt wuvs you just the way you are!

Trevor Mach: ....AH! AAAAAH! AAAAAAAAAAH!

EBW: Xcite

The show opened up with Trevor Mach coming to the ring, dragging a large sack behind him.

Trevor Mach: Well Fourside, that was quite the family time I got to spend with my cousin Dougie last night wasn't it? That's taken care of, and it's time to move on. Move on to what though? More titles? More crazy ideas? I've been thinking, and I have to thank Dougie and Derek for this. Who CARES about the accolades I've achieved? Who cares about these belts I've come up with or won? Is that all this is about?! These belts are just belts. They take up space. They don't hold up my pants. I'm done with it. Here are the belts I've won over the years. I got a replica made for each one. Here, this is the Royal Crown Championship. Remember that? Here! Have it!

Trevor threw the title into the crowd.

Trevor Mach: CXJ title, the first one I ever won, HAVE IT! Have ALL THE TITLES!

Trevor started handing out and tossing all of the titles and trophies in his bag, until it was empty.

Trevor Mach: This ring?! No...it matters. It symbolizes real excellence. The Elite 4. We came together to step it up and change the game. That's what we need to do. Focus on the game, and the game is wrestling. It's not about the accolades, it's about proving to yourself and others that you are a BAD ASS! YOU KICK ASS! YOU'RE THE BEST! Being the BEST is what this is all about, and if I know I'm the best, then that's what's important. Therefore, I introduce this, the Trevor Mach Championship!

Trevor Mach pulled out a title designed like his face, but then he tossed it into the crowd.

Trevor Mach: Just kidding! I'm really lucky I know a guy that makes belts. It's not about that though....with one exception. One title out there, DOES symbolize being the best, and right now, Bashin Dan has it. He's hurting, and he's injured, but soon he'll be ready, and so will I. Oh Danny Boy....Dan the Man...D-Danston Checks In? I think it's time we have the match we've BOTH been waiting for. I think it's time, but to do that, I hear we have something in the way. We have to make a trip to "Rumble City". The Bad Ass Rumble! The roster inside a cage. The first one to escape faces you at Victory Explosion! You did it last year, and this year, the tables have turned. You might as well call me the "Mayor of Rumble City" because I-

As Mach was talking a cloaked figure jumped out of the crowd and hit him with a POOOOUNCE! He ripped off his hood to reveal it was Swift. The Elite 4 rushed down to try and make the save, but they were attacked by 3 other men in cloaks. They battered the Elite 4 and took off their masks to reveal...W00t, Hotlanta, and Generator.

EBW: Xcite
Fourside Arena, Fourside
Strike TV

1. EBW Women's World Tag Team Championship: Calamity Jane(c)[o]/Lainey Strong(c) beat Tracy/Iroha[x] via Lariat -> Pin -> Title Defense!
2. Women's Singles: Gold beat 21st Century Foxx via DQ
3. Singles: Jammer beat Vapetrain via Slam Jam -> Pin
4. Women's Singles: Hope Mach beat Murasaki via Olympic Slam -> Pin
5. EBW World Tag Team Championship: Takumi Inui(c)/Dragon Shiryu(c)[o] beat Kinniku Mike[x]/Sal Paradise and Jamie OD/Amigo via Rozan Shoryu-Ha -> Pin -> Title Defense!

Strike TV Wrestling Update

Tommy Dukes: Tommy Dukes here, the NOT Tony Bologna of Wrestling, and I'm here to do his other job I guess. This is a nice Control Center. I like the ficus in the corner. We have some crazy changes happening in EBW right now, and I'm here to guide you along the way. Big names returning like Swift, w00t, Generator, and Hotlanta have formed a new group called "Umbra", and they're apparently not alone. While we figure out who else might be joining up with this group, we have some other familiar faces coming back as well....but only one is sticking around. A Last Chance match for two former World Champions. Camilo Ortega and Razorblade will fight next week on Xcite. We have some words from the two, so let's hear it.

Announcer: CAMILO ORTEGA VERSUS RAZORBLADE! WINNER TAKE ALL!

Razorblade: I'm back! As far as I'm concerned, there isn't going to BE a fight this Monday night! I'm going to mercy kill this pathetic asshole!

-

Camilo Ortega: Razorblade, is a very rude person, but soon, he will learn manners. I will torture his body, so his soul learns to be humble.

-

Razorblade: I'm going to run circles around him. I'm going to pound him into the ground. He doesn't stand a chance!

-

Camilo Ortega: God...chose me for this fight. God is the teacher, Razorblade is the student, and I am God's instrument. When I squeeze your lungs Razor, and you beg for life, THEN you will open your heart to the Lord.

-

Razorblade: I'm-I'm going to knock him out and....wait what did he say again? He's "God's instrument"? That doesn't....that even make sense really.

-

Camilo Ortega: When you are eating from a plastic tube...and you are paralyzed from the neck down....your family will gather around your hospital bed...to see a reborn Razorblade.

-

Razorblade: ....Okay, he knows we're just talking here right? I mean, we're just, getting people interested in the fight. Is he crazy? He sounds crazy.

-

Camilo Ortega: God's lessons...are so beautiful.

-

Razorblade: "God's lessons are so beautiful"?! Who put this fight together!? You put me into a fight with a crazy person?! That's not fair to me! Where is he?! What do you mean you don't know!? SHIT!

-

EBW: The Clash

Nerma: It's Nerma here, and I'm about to call the action in the studio, as we see an all Women's episode of THE CLASH! I'm excited about this, because we're going to be hearing from a lot of the women in the division as well as seeing some qualifiers for the EBW Women's World Championship match against Troian at Rumble City! We also have a big announcement regarding Rumble City. The Bad Ass Rumble becomes RUMBLES, as the women will being getting their own Bad Ass Rumble this year. The cage will surround the rings, and the first person to escape and survive the carnage will earn a shot at the title at Victory Explosion! So much awesomeness for the women right now. I'd say it's empowering....but that's condescending as shit. Before this all female Clash gets underway, we DO have one guy who came to see the show tonight that has something say. Our very own EBW Triple Crown World Champion Bashin Dan!

Bashin Dan: Thank you for the time. I've always loved this Studio. It was like my own personal battleground for a time, when I was forced to compete here and here only. It wasn't a disgrace though, it was an honor. Just like it IS an honor to be your Triple Crown World Champion. However, I have to apologize. Since winning, I have been out of sorts. I haven't been the fired up Dan you know. I wear my heart on my sleeve, and it shows. Friendship...it's so important to me...like card games...and...well...I got the wind knocked out of me because of Jammer. Well, I've sort of been blaming this title. I saw what it did to him. I saw what it turned him into. It was like this title was cursed. I don't know, maybe that's just my imagination, but, I didn't want that curse to infect me as well. I promise you, I won't let that happen, and I'll defend this title with honor and dignity. I-

Jammer: Dan! Stop! I need to talk to you!

Bashin Dan: Jammer, I don't want to talk to you. You got what you wanted. You win in that regard. You wanted me to realize you were beyond saving. Well I can't admit to that, but I admit you don't WANT to be saved. You don't want to come back and be our friend. You burned that bridge, and I didn't want to admit it or see it. I see it now. You're going to get the title shot you wanted. I hope it was worth all of this. My last gift to you. Well, maybe not the only gift. See, I've been thinking. Hoary Boulder and Barrington Huge are leaving for Edo for a long excursion, and that just leaves me, Benji, Vapetrain, and Cade. We called ourselves the Dan Club, and it was always just funny to me, like I was just glad you guys could rally around me. It was great to have your friendship. Now, you kind of tainted that for me. I think it's time I disband the-

Cade: NO! Dan listen, I can't let you do that. Please listen! You showed me something, when I was down that path, and you brought me back. You reminded me that no matter what current year it is, honor, respect, decency, and most of all friendship are always important. We're not just friends, we're a family, and we owe that to you. Don't let Jammer's stupid, selfish decisions get in the way of that. I'll take care of him personally on Monday, when we have a No Rules match on Xcite. Bring Little Mac if you want to Jam. I knew you couldn't change your stripes. I was willing to let you try, for Dan, but that's over now.

Jammer: Look, I don't know WHY Little Mac helped me, but-

Bashin Dan: It's time to stop talking Jammer. This is the night for the ladies, and I personally wanted to see Hope compete. I'll be rooting for you Hope.

Jammer: ....

Cade: You broke that poor guy you bastard. Now I'm going to break you.

Nerma: Yikes...uh...let's take it to the back real quickly, where Tommy is standing by with some of the combatants for tonight.

Backstage

Tommy Dukes: Tommy Dukes here, the guy that's not a gal, but has to be the guy to interview the gals, since the gal was just up there with the guys guy....of Wrestling, and I'm joined by...uh...A M's....Heather Mach, and Rose Mulligan.

Lady M's: I'm fine! I don't know what you're talking about!

Tommy Dukes: I...uh...I didn't say anything?

Lady M's: Oh. Must be hearing things. You're not here for me, you're here for them, so let me just-

Tommy Dukes: No wait, we actually DO have something to ask you. After your shocking loss to Sylvie last week, we hear you've challenged her to a match on Xcite. Which M's are we getting for that match?

Lady M's: The M's that's going to put that prissy green girl in her place.

M's Style: The M's that's going to serve her omelette rice, and draw a heart on it with ketchup! NYAH!

Endless M's: The M's that is going to straight up murder her with a gun, if I can get it by security! Forget you heard that threat. I'm totally not doing that.

Tommy Dukes: ...That didn't really answer my question, but thanks anyways. Heather? Rose?

Rose Mulligan: Not much to say, she's lost her-

Tommy Dukes: What about your match tonight?

Rose Mulligan: Oh. Well, Heather and I have a lot in common...well not much actually, but an important thing in common. We're hungry for the World Championship gold. We've helped each other out, but if we have to face off in the finals for this title shot, we're not going to hold back.

Heather Mach: What she said. Look, Mach is a VERY divisive name in some places, and we wear it proudly. Imagine having YET ANOTHER MACH WORLD CHAMPION?! The salt alone is motivation enough for me to do this!

Tommy Dukes: Well there you have it. Let's take it to the ring!

EBW: The Clash
Studio B, Saturn City
Strike TV
 
1. EBW Women's World #1 Contender Qualifier: Christina Angel beat 21st Century Foxx via Pin -> Yeah a Pin
Nerma: What?! Foxx, at the behest of Valarie Dorado, is laying down for Christina. Christina looks upset, but she's placing her foot on Foxx for the pin. Could it be true? Is Christina working with Elevation?!
2. EBW Women's World #1 Contender Qualifier: Rose Mulligan beat Kayla Sparkz via Bloody Bomb -> Pin
3. EBW Women's World #1 Contender Qualifier: Heather Mach beat Kei Akiyama via Machbuster Double Knee -> Pin
4. EBW Women's World #1 Contender Qualifier: Hope Mach beat Murasaki via Olympic Slam -> Pin

-

Crystal Fourside

Tack Angel: WHAT?! Honey these bills?! What is going on here! I mean, we're our own nation. Who are we paying bills to?!

Amy: Well Tack, we're still getting water and power from Eagleland, and they are charging up enormous prices considering we're powering an entire city. Plus, another trade embargo.

Tack Angel: A what?! Why? What do we trade again?!

Amy: Well you wanted the pirates to create products for that very thing, so they remade Star Juice, and a new product called "Little Tacky Raisins", and they WERE going to hit the shelves, but that Civil War between Ninteldo and Segua really snagged that up.

Tack Angel: But we worked it out! They left...except for Marcus's cousin Warcus....who is still sleeping on the couch.

Warcus: Zzzz....Waaaaa.....Zzzzz....Waaaaaa.....

Tack Angel: What are we going to do?

Amy: Well the income from EBW helps, and merch sales are still great, but you guys are going to have to REALLY step it up to keep this ship afloat.

Tack Angel: Wait...the Pirate Ship is SINKING?!

Amy: *sigh* We're doing the best we can right now. But Tack, we need you at your best, your very best. Hanging onto those Team Championships is a start but-

Tack Angel: *sigh* Amy...I know what I have to do....and I'll do it...for our family. Sometimes a Star Prince has to do things he regrets for his subjects, but I-

Amy: You're not going to try stripping are you?

Tack Angel: What?! No!

Amy: Good, cause that didn't work the last three times you tried it either.

Tack Angel: Sometimes I have to fail three times before I get the point I guess.

Saturn City Pawn Shop

Tack Angel quickly burst into the pawn shop, wearing a trench coat and hat, immediately sweating bullets.

Tack Angel: Hello sir, how do you do? You guys got bow and arrows?

Pawn Owner: ...Yeah. We got one right here.

Tack Angel: Oh good. That's it. Exactly what I need. Where are the arrows at? Oh, do you have M80's?

Pawn Owner: We don't carry fireworks.

Tack Angel: Darn! You have something else that's explosive that I could tape to the end of an arrow?

Pawn Owner: We have shotgun shells, but I feel I have to ask, are you planning on attaching them to arrows and using them as a weapon?

Tack Angel: What?! No! What?! Are you crazy?! You think that would work though? What if I shot explosive arrows through a window to break them open?

Pawn Owner: Sir...I feel I have to ask what you're planning to use these for?

Tack Angel: I'm not planning to do anything really. Just Christmas shopping.

Pawn Owner: ...Christmas shopping?

Tack Angel: Yep. Uh huh! That's right. You got zip lines by chance?

Pawn Owner: Nope.

Tack Angel: Do you have like....hooks...and anchors...and cables?

Pawn Owner: ...We've got some of those things, but I wouldn't recommend making your own zip line.

Tack Angel: I'm not doing that. No way. Let's say someone WAS going to do that though. Do you think if someone busted some windows of a building open, they could fire the zip line over with the bow and arrows and use that to get over there?

Pawn Owner: Sir, I have no idea. Whatever you're planning on doing....please don't do it.

Tack Angel: I'm just planning....to buy things....for my children.

Pawn Owner: Zip lines and shotgun shells?

Tack Angel: ...Yep. So, do you have guys have like, the top half of a knight in armor.

Pawn Owner: We have a whole set of armor right over there.

Tack Angel: Do you think it's bullet proof?

Pawn Owner: ...The top half?

Tack Angel: Yeah.

Pawn Owner: What if they shot your legs.

Tack Angel: You think they might do that?

Pawn Owner: ...

Tack Angel: ...Do you have roller skates?

Pawn Owner: You're going to shoot arrows with shotgun shells attached to them, at a bank window to blow out the glass. Then you're going to shoot a zip line to vault door, use the skates to get by the guards, and hope they shoot the maybe bullet proof knight armor instead of your legs.....aren't you?

Tack Angel: ...

Crystal Fourside

Tack Angel: So my plan didn't work out. I blame myself...for listening to Trevor....it's totally his fault.

Amy: ...

Tack Angel: I'm open to other ideas. Want to gather the whole family? Workshop some ideas?

Amy: Way ahead of you Tack. What do you know about Chaos Emeralds?

Tack Angel: ...More than I should, but probably not enough for whatever you've got planned?

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EBW: Xcite

Noah Jennings: Hello EBW fans, living AND dead, I'm Noah Jennings, you know who I am. What you might not know, is that I'm working under Ryan IQ in this new administration of EBW. He knows my talents, and my expertise. It was a VERY wise decision to hire me on and return my name to me. That being said, I'm not just here to toot my own horn, though it's due don't you think? I mean having to go without my signature purple for so long....IT WAS A LIVING HELL! *clears throat* I'm fine! I'm fine. So yeah, Jammer has something he wants to tell you all. Listen up, and for the zombies who have no ears, undead sign language will be provided. We do do that right?

Jammer: Dan, I don't know what to say to make things right. I don't know what I can say to you, to let you know that I am sorry. All I ever wanted was my due, my respect, and the World Championship. I took for granted what I already had. It hurt....being a joke...and it felt like I couldn't get you to understand that, so I made sure you WOULD understand. But...I went too far. I went way too far. That plan with Troian....I set it up before the Thrillers were disbanded. I set it up before everything changed. I know that doesn't excuse it, but when I had to rejoin the Dan Club, I wasn't plotting this against you. My sin, was not warning you when I had the chance. I know these are all words, so I'm willing to perform an action too, and I hope you can tell from this action how sorry I am. As of right now, I am declining the title shot you gave me. You won't be facing me at Rumble City. That title...it means so much...so very much...but friendship...I can't just discard that. A title shot I can....and I am.

Noah Jennings: Whoa! Did NOT see that coming! Hey Jammer, I know we had our differences, but as much of a gutless coward I thought you were before, I didn't expect you'd fall even farther. That's the bungling Slam Master Jam for you.

Jammer: Yo-

Noah Jennings: Hey! Can't hit me! I'm management now! I'm done. I'm done. I'll stop giving you the bitter pill. You can go. Anyone else out there looking for a title shot, this is it. Someone will face Johnny Starbound tonight for the chance to-

Vapetrain: Look no further than-WHOA!

Tack Angel: ME! ME! IT'S GOTTA BE ME RIGHT?! I WAS HERE FIRST?! AM I STANDING ON VAPETRAIN?!

Vapetrain: Ugh....

Tack Angel: DARN!

Noah Jennings: *sigh* Starbound vs. Tack Angel I guess.

Backstage

Christina Angel grabbed a lead pipe as she made her way to the Elevation locker room. She kicked open the door and tried to fight the group herself.

Valarie Dorado: What the hell do you think you're doing?!

Christina Angel: I AM NOT ONE OF YOU, AND I WANT NO PART OF WHATEVER YOU'RE DOING!

Valarie Dorado: Oh right....playing the part. Got it. *wink*

Christina Angel: STOP RIGHT NOW!

Hope Mach: Whoa! Whoa! Christina! Come on, and get out of there.

Valarie Dorado: Ahaha!

Hope pulled Christina out of the room as Elevation slammed the door shut. They could be heard laughing on the other side.

Hope Mach: What are you doing?!

Christina Angel: I'm NOT one of them!

Hope Mach: I never said you were!

Christina Angel: They're playing games I don't want to play. Getting involved in my matches. We try so hard to be taken seriously you and I. I don't need this.

Hope Mach: I agree, but they aren't the only problem right now. Troian has got to pay. One of us has to get that title shot so we could stop her, and take that belt back.

Christina Angel: This is more personal for me.

Hope Mach: And the hunt for Troian isn't personal for me? After what she did to Dan?! I want to put her in the hospital. I want to rearrange her features so much she can never disguise herself again. I mean, we don't even know where she is right now. She could be either one of us. She could be one of them in there! That has GOT to stop!

Christina Angel: Well...it seems we both have our own problems. You go down your road, and I'll go down mine.

Hope Mach: ...Alright....for now.

Catering

The Umbra group were destroying catering, knocking over tables, and spray painting the place in black.

Swift: Oh yeah, it was SO funny wasn't it?! Swift loves food! Swift lives in catering! REAL FUCKING FUNNY!

w00t: As you can see, things are going to change around here. You can call it "The Umbral Age". We are wrestling's "Umbral Age" and we're here.

As they walked away Benjamin appeared and picked up the pieces of destruction from catering...

Benjamin: The horror.....the horror.

EBW: Xcite
Zombie U, Threed
Strike TV

1. Tag: Kinniku Mike/Sal Paradise vs. Jamie OD/Amigo ended in a No Contest
Tommy Dukes: Mike and OD are in and ready to settle this once and for-WAIT WHAT?! Mike and OD both just attacked their tag partners!!! What's going on here! They are taking off their-WHAT?! "The Umbral Age" They're wearing black shirts with the logo on it! Are they...ARE THEY UMBRA?! I can't believe this! That means the Jalapeno Poppers are over?! This is the darkest day in ALL of wrestling!
2. Winner Returns: Camilo Ortega beat Razorblade via Choke Hold -> Referee Stoppage
Nerma: Ortega has been on fire! Razorblade can't recover! He's got him locked in the choke! He's not letting go! Razor passed out, it's over! Camilo Ortega is BACK in EBW!
3. Non-Title Team Match: Trevor Mach/Tack Angel/Firebrand X/Subculture vs. Swift/w00t/Generator/Hotlanta ended in a No Contest
Tommy Dukes: What was SUPPOSED to be the first in ring encounter between these factions has turned into a street fight outside. w00t made it clear, they aren't stepping into the ring until they get what they want. What is it that they want?!
4. Singles: Lady M's beat Sylvie via Sexy Strong Stunner x Rolling M's -> Pin
Nerma: M's has kept it together, the Lady M's we expected before all of this split personality nonsense. She's showing the rookie how it's done! SEXY STRONG STUNNER! Elevation trying to get involved, but Christina Angel is running them off! M's with the Rolling M's! 1-2-3! Lady M's with the win!
5. No Rules Singles: Cade beat Jammer via Forfeit
Tommy Dukes: I don't get this. Jammer is taking a beating, but has refused to fight back. Refused Little Mac's help. Refused when Cade turned his back on him to attack. Even Cade is confused. Jammer just said something to the referee. He forfeits? I don't believe it. Jammer, the former World Champion and E1 Climax winner just threw in the towel against Cade.
6. EBW World #1 Contender: Johnny Starbound beat Tack Angel via 450 Splash -> Pin
Tommy Dukes: Tack was obviously hurt in the street fight earlier, but he's not staying down. He's setting up for the Angel Driver, but wait, w00t has just come out of the crowd. He's distracting Tack, enough for Starbound to escape! The WRIST CLUTCH was broken?! WOW! Starbound with the DDT! He's going up top! 450 Splash! 1-2-3! Johnny Starbound wins, and he's going to Rumble City, to get another shot at Bashin Dan!

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A Pontiac Firebird pulled up, and Trevor Mach hopped out. Decked out in a black sleeveless shirt, shorts, red boots, and a bandana around his long brown and grey hair. He threw on his aviator shades, and attempted to pull out a cigarette, realized what he was doing, and tossed them aside.

Trevor Mach: A lot of people are a lot of things, a lot of the time. I've been around the block, and I've done my thing, but one thing is for certain, I'm always the Bad Man. This Bad Man is getting back in the saddle. I mean, I tossed aside my old belts to get a fresh start, but that fresh start appears to involve kicking Umbra's ass! I kept one thing that was important to me, and I have a feeling that is what you're looking for. This ring, and the three others. The World Team Championships. That's what you want right? You've got a shot. Rumble City, "The Umbral Age" versus the absolute BEST! Get on our level, and get in our ring!

Car Salesman: Uh...sir? How was the test drive? Are you getting the car?

Trevor Mach: ...IT'S A BAD TIME BOB!

Strike TV Wrestling Update!

Tommy Dukes: Tommy Dukes here, the got lost a couple times trying to find my way here again guy of Wrestling, and what you just saw was a challenge laid down by Trevor Mach towards Umbra, the growing force in EBW who want to cast a shadow on the status quo. Apparently Kinniku Mike and Jamie OD are now-

Behind Tommy, Tack Angel pushed a set into the camera view. He went behind the counter and put on an apron that said "Knife Times".

Tack Angel: It's Thursday night and welcome to "Knife Times"! Yeah!

Tommy Dukes: Uh...what? Tack Angel everyone. Uh...hey Tack.

Tack Angel: Hey Tommy, what's up?

Tommy Dukes: Not much, just doing the show. You?

Tack Angel: Now?

Tommy Dukes: Yep, doing the show.

Tack Angel: Well...I use the studio space every Thursday night for my QVC show. You might want to check in the sign in sheet.

Tommy Dukes: I didn't realize their was a sign in sheet.

Tack Angel: Well...there is...and my name is on it. I'm just going to go ahead and start alright?

Tommy Dukes: Well, I'm in the middle of-

Tack Angel: I'VE GOT KNIVES TO SELL DUKES!

Tommy Dukes: Alright fine!

Tack Angel: *clears throat* Knifers, only a few of these beauties left. Take a look at the Stabmaster 2000 Samurai Sword. Take a look at how it cuts through this balloon. What about this warm butter. Cuts through it like it's...well warm butter.

Tommy Dukes: You done?

Tack Angel: Not even close. Let's bring out my knife selling partner here, with more things to cut. Come on out Subbie!

Subculture: What the hell are you doing here Dukes? We're selling knives man. You didn't check the sign in sheet? We sell knives here! Everybody knows that!

Tack Angel: Yeah, there's a sign in sheet.

Tommy Dukes: I HAVE NEVER SEEN THE SHEET!

Tack Angel: We've been doing this for three months.

Tommy Dukes: I just got back!

Tack Angel: It doesn't matter. Throw stuff, and I'll cut it.

Subculture: Cotton candy!

Tack Angel: Slash!

Subculture: Cookie Dough!

Tack Angel: Swing!

Subculture: CHOCOLATE MILK?!

Tommy Dukes: Chocolate milk?

Tack Angel: You ALWAYS gotta cut chocolate mi-OW! OW! I cut myself! It's deep! It's deep, but it's clean!

Subculture: It's a beautiful cut though. Better cut than you'd get from a store bought knife.  

Tommy Dukes: ....

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Ryan IQ's Office

Ryan IQ: You're going to have to let me catch up with all of this. So, you're the protege of Rey Dorado, and you are his best friend and rival Hex Zero Limit?

Dorado Mask: Yes.

Hex Zero Limit: That is correct.

Ryan IQ: YOU joined Rey Dorado so you could avenge your mentor, who lost his promotion to the Hex Clan in Anahauc? Meanwhile, YOU joined the Hex Clan so you could infiltrate them and earn a shot at the man that ended your mentor's promotion?

Dorado Mask: Yes.

Hex Zero Limit: That is correct.

Ryan IQ: You battled it out, but finally decided to join forces in your plan, but now you have to chase the Hex Clan back to Anahauc?

Dorado Mask: Yes.

Hex Zero Limit: That is-

Ryan IQ: Alright alright! Man, I've missed a lot haven't I? Well, you're the Anahauc Champion Dorado, so it stands to reason you should defend the title in Anahauc. I'll allow you both to go, but you have to defend the title, and we get the footage to air.

Dorado Mask: I'd be honored to. I appreciate the chance to do this.

Hex Zero Limit: Dorado, I don't regret my plan to get back at the Hex Clan, but it's obvious they aren't going to do things by the book, so let's do it your way. Let's get them...together.

Dorado Mask: Toge-

Ryan IQ: Yes, it's settled. You can go now. Geez. I've got them going to Anahuac, my tag champs coming and going from Edo, and Dan Club XXL apparently getting into Sumo. Who am I going to book for the Eagleland National title defense?

Magnum PT: Perhaps I can be of some assistance?

Ryan IQ: YES! PERFECT! PT! Help me think of a challenger!

Magnum PT: .....

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EBW: The Clash

Tommy Dukes: Tommy Dukes here, the Jon Arbuckle of Wrestling, and we're in a studio, so that MUST mean it's The Clash! We got a big show for you this week, including an Eagleland National Championship match, that will see Magnum PT return to challenge-

Murasaki: Who cares about that shit? Seriously, who cares!

Tommy Dukes: Oh...Murasaki...yikes.

Murasaki: Yeah yikes....get out of my way. We're opening this show, and we're making an example! "Sunset Riders"? Play cowgirl somewhere else. We're here to HURT BITCHES!

Tommy Dukes: ...I kinda like-

Murasaki: Are you still here? You still talking?! You talking, let alone sharing the same space as me. That makes you a...uh...what's the expression?

Ripper Jane: Oh. I got it! "Fucking Moron"!

Murasaki: Right. FUCKING MORON!

Tommy Dukes: I'm going! I'm going!

EBW: The Clash
Studio B, Saturn City
Strike TV

1. Women's Non-Title Tag: Murasaki/Ripper Jane[o] beat Calamity Jane/Lainey Strong[x] via Cradle Piledriver -> Pin  
2. EBW Eagleland National Championship: Los Tiburon(c) vs. Magnum PT ended in a No Contest!
Tommy Dukes: A great comeback match for Magnu-WHAT IS THIS?! UMBRA! IT'S UMBRA! What are they doing?! They're getting involved in the match! Attacking Los Tiburon! Did they just toss a shirt to Magnum PT?!

Generator: We interrupt this broadcast, because....well we felt like it! It's our show now! See, Mach tapes a video throwing down a challenge, and we choose to show up here live to really make it official. Sure, you've heard that we accepted, but it comes with an extra stipulation. A BIG one! When we win, we take the Team Championships AND the Elite 4 will be forced to break up. We get to be finished with their bullshit! Now, let's move onto the NEW main event of the show. Kinniku Mike and Jamie OD, our newest members to the cause.

Kinniku Mike: Surprise surprise surprise! You have to wonder, what were you all thinking? You KNEW that Kinniku Mike was always going to look out for the best interests of Kinniku Mike. Look at these strong tits. Look at the talent! I got to toss aside that anchor Sal Paradise, and found the stronger member of his former tag team.

Jamie OD: And if you thought I was a nice guy, you're demented! I take medicine to avoid killing people, not to be a NICE GUY! Oi! I get to hurt people again, and that is what I was born to do. So bring out our victims. Let's show em that the Hooligan is BACK!
3. Tag: Kinniku Mike[o]/Jamie OD beat Flying Man #2/Flying Man #3[x] via Muscle Buster -> Pin

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Backstage

The Elite 4 were looking around backstage with chairs in hand.

Trevor Mach: The hell are you "Umbro"? It's "Umbro" right? Oh wait, that's the clothes company isn't it? Been getting that wrong all week.

Tack Angel: Where the heck and a half are they?

Firebrand X: They're running and hiding already?

Subculture: You know, I'm not even mad they're running. I'm just...disappointed.

Amy: Tack?

Tack Angel: Amy? Wife, what are you doing here?

Faris: She's not the only one.

Tracy: That's right, we're all here.

Nani: Indeed.

Iroha: Yeah!

Makoto: It was short notice, but we made it!

Christina Angel: Yeah, they're all here.

Iroha: Hiya Chri-

Christina Angel: No.

Iroha: ...Oh right.

Christina Angel: ...Hey Subculture.

Subculture: Christina. You look...great.

Tack Angel: What are you all doing here?

Makoto: You invited us.

Tack Angel: Well I mean, if you're wrestling or not you're all always welcome to join me on the road, but I didn't specifically ask for you tonight.

Faris: We were told to come here, and to bring everyone. The pirates....Wayne, the kids, Grandpa Angel, penguin...*sigh* Warcus....everyone.

Tack Angel: But that wasn't me who asked. Who would've....uh oh...stay on alert. This might be Umbra at work.

Trevor Mach: ...He's got a lot of wives.

Firebrand X: Are you just now realizing that?

EBW: Xcite

The show in the packed Fairgrounds kicked off with Jammer in the middle of the ring. Little Mac tried to talk with him, but Jammer pushed him to the ground, and told him to go away.

Jammer: Forgive me for the interruption. Just more bad advice from someone I let get into my head too much. Anything involving Mac...I'e had no part in for some time. I know that's hard to believe. In this sport, trust doesn't come easy. When you break a bond, it's hard to put it back together. That doesn't mean I don't want to try. Dan, I'm hoping, that-

Bashin Dan's music played, as the crowd roared in excitement. He joined Jammer in the ring.

Bashin Dan: You hope what? You hope that I'll fall for your tricks again? You hope you can stick another knife in my back? Jam, I stood up for you, when no one else would, and you wouldn't stop, telling me how much you hated me, how much I was responsible for your problems. You were mad, you were frustrated. I let it go. But you brought her into this, and that took it to a low I wasn't expecting from you. If you want forgiveness, that I can do. Holding grudges poisons the soul. But, I don't know if that's what you really want. Even if you did, I'm disappointed....too much so...to want to be friends with you anymore.

Jammer: I-

Johnny Starbound: Oh boo hoo! Who cares?! Who REALLY cares about ANY of this?! This is wrestling, and I'm the best wrestler. It only makes sense that I have this title shot. If you had any sense you would have given it to me to begin with Dan. You have three title belts that belong to me. Not to him. Not to you. They belong to me. I deserve them. Not because I'm willing to sacrifice a "friendship" for glory, but simply because I don't care about that garbage. I don't care about all of this in the ring right now. That ring, is for me to show off. You can't fight like me. You can't look as good as I do. You can't fly through the air like me. You just can be me, therefore, you can't BEAT me. Jammer, get out of the ring. This is between me and him.

Jammer: Dan, I-

Bashin Dan: ...

Jammer: ...Fine. I tried. I really did. I thought maybe I was wrong about you Dan. Maybe I wasn't. Shame on me for giving up a shot at the title. It won't happen again. Damn you....for tricking me again, making me think friendship really did mean something to you.

Bashin Dan: Hey! Jamm-

Johnny Starbound: Oh no no no! You look at me! You pay attention to me! Look at you, the WORLD Triple Crown Champion. Three belts. You're in a league above. You've taken the title to places the previous generation couldn't even take it. You're an ace to these people. A hero. That makes it all the more exciting to be able to take that away from you. End this pathetic farce now, and take the titles to a REAL place of prominence, even higher, because no one can take the air like me. No one is a true STAR like me.

Bashin Dan: You were not my choice for an opponent, but that doesn't mean I won't give it my all Starbound. I live for the challenges, and I get stronger from the rivals I have. Back up all of this talk in the ring. Actually do what you're saying you're going to do, if you can. That's best for you, me, and all of these people, who want to see a great match. That's all I have to say to you.

Johnny Starbound: Oh is that right? Well, maybe less talk and more walk then!

Starbound tossed Dan out of the ring. Benjamin, Vapetrain, and Cade came down to back up Dan, but Golvoth entered the ring for Starbound.

Johnny Starbound: The "Thrills" might be over, but I still have a giant watching my back. Don't forget that. We'll see you later tonight.

EBW: Xcite
Twoson Fairgrounds, Twoson
Strike TV

1. EBW Women's World #1 Contender Qualifier: Christina Angel beat Rose Mulligan via Angel Driver -> Pin
2. EBW Women's World #1 Contender Qualifier: Hope Mach beat Heather Mach via Ankle Lock -> Submission
3. Tag: Trevor Mach[o]/Tack Angel beat Shark #1/Shark #2[x] via Knee Trigger -> Pin
4. Non-Title Singles: Camilo Ortega beat Benjamin via STO -> Pin
5. Tag: Vjhearson Golvoth/Johnny Starbound[o] beat Bashin Dan[x]/Cade via 450 Splash -> Pin
6. EBW Women's World #1 Contender Qualifier: Hope Mach beat Christina Angel via Olympic Slam x Ankle Lock -> Referee Stoppage
Nerma: An amazing athletic main event, with Christina never giving up. These two best friends never back down from challenging each other, but as you can see by Hope helping her up, they always leave it in the ring. Hope Mach is getting the shot against Troian at Rumble City, and-WAIT! That referee isn't Mo! IT'S TROIAN! She called that whole match and just now she's attacking?! The mimicry as always was perfect! I don't believe-

Suddenly, the camera feed cut out. It cut to another camera, in Crystal Fourside....where Umbra were standing by.

Swift: Tack, you moron, you never took back your keys.

Generator: Wow, what a waste of time, building an entire city out of crystal.

Hotlanta: We'd need a lot of spray paint to vandalize this whole place.

w00t: Now now now, we're not copy cats here. We've been there and done that all before. We wanted to make a grand statement, and the brains behind Umbra, knew exactly how to do that. See, I hear you've had some money troubles Tack. I hear the Elite 4, for all their pompous bragging of being big money, can't afford the costs to keep this all going. I know one of your wives wanted to snag some emeralds and lift the city into the sky. A fascinating idea one would think. You free yourself from Eagleland fees, and you find yourself a source of power. Good thinking. I had....a much better idea. It's called doing you a favor. It's taking your mind off of this, and putting it on the match, because your squash of the Sharks was...."something", but we want the best of the Elite 4 at Rumble City, so you know when you lost to Umbra, you lost to the best, the true deserving talent, the REAL Elite 4....or wait we're 6 now...or is it 7? 8? I know and you don't. After this, I don't think motivation is going to be a problem for you. I really think the last Xcite before Rumble City should end with a-

Generator: BANG!

w00t flicked a switch, setting off explosives behind him. The main tower of Crystal Fourside collapsed, as the smaller buildings around it began to shatter from the shockwave.

w00t: Wow, next time....use stronger building materials. Hahahaha!

Derek Mach's Ranch

In an undisclosed country setting, Derek Mach could be seen playing with his son in a field with cows and horses. His cousin Trevor Mach pulled up on his motorcycle. Moments later they were sitting together on the porch...

Trevor Mach: Wow...look at all of this. Never imagined you'd end up living on a ranch.

Derek Mach: It's like how we grew up isn't it? Summers in Celtland at the Mach Ranch. Getting lost in the woods, trying to sneak into the local pubs.

Trevor Mach: Ha, you remember that time we "borrowed" Grandpa's old car?

Derek Mach: By borrow, do you mean we got it halfway down the drive before he came out of the house blasting his shotgun?

Trevor Mach: He thought he was being robbed! Haha! That's a not a good story to share with others...you would've had to be there. Grandpa...was not all there.

Derek Mach: Ain't that the truth. So...proud papa, how is Justice?

Trevor Mach: ...Unexplainable. I can't put him into words. From the moment I saw him...life changed.

Derek Mach: I understand that feeling. I don't think you tracked me down to brag about your new son though did you?

Trevor Mach: ...Right on the nose. You been watching the product?

Derek Mach: When I get a chance. I think I know why you're bringing it up. Swift right?

Trevor Mach: I don't think any of the other guys know this yet, but he's different. I felt it in the way that he pounced me across the ring. He's got that killer instinct. That edge. Hunger. It's not like the other would be conquerors. This is the real thing. It's legit, and it's got me shaken to be honest.

Derek Mach: The Bad Man shaken?

Trevor Mach: I put myself in an inescapable situation against him, and I did for a reason. Since Justice was born, all the stuff flying around in my head started making sense. Things became clear. That chaos I was using, became calm. Outside of the ring, I became Trevor Mach the Father. I need to relearn what it means to be the Bad Man, and I'm not talking about in a typical sense. I got a lot of darkness swirling around in the tank. It's still there, always has been, since those days.

Derek Mach: ...Fenrir.

Trevor Mach: I need you to help me rediscover it, and put it to good use.

Derek Mach: That's a dangerous path of thinking. The darkness has a tendency to control remember?

Trevor Mach: I believe, that if you're doing things for the right reasons, you can control the dark.

Derek Mach: Heh, it's an interesting approach. I owe you a lot you know. You helped me find my son, and that saved me. I think the least I can do is help you out. First though....you hungry? I'll bust out the grill.

Trevor Mach: I was hoping you'd offer.

Derek Mach: Great. It'll be a fun night since Dougie and Heather are already supposed to be coming over.

Trevor Mach: What?! I thought I was the first one to find you guys.

Derek Mach: Literally the last.

Trevor Mach: Well shit.

EBW: The Clash

Tommy Dukes: Tommy Dukes here, The Clash host of Wrestling, and I'm here to host The Clash! Yep, it's that time of the week, where we all gather in this smelly Studio to-I mean, wonderfully lit, and nice smelling studio, to get caught up on what happened during Xcite and what's going to happen next Xcite. Look, it's a recap show with matches at this point and-

Cade: Not to me it isn't.

Tommy Dukes: Cade? What are you doing here?

Cade: I have a chance to face Magnum PT for the Eagleland National Championship in the main event. Former Champion Los Tiburon stands in my way. The stakes are high for me. It's more than just a recap show. Show some respect.

Tommy Dukes: Sorry, you're right. It's just, people haven't cared much about what's going on with Cade in some time have they?

Cade: You think I don't know that? I've been accused of being lucky in my rookie year. I won the Television Championship and held it for months. I drew the attention of Trevor Mach. I beat my mentor Ness. I joined the Dan Club. All big accolades for me, but then nothing. I get that. It's going to change. I've seen what believing in yourself has done for Dan. I've seen what it has done for Benjamin. I'm back in the business of believing in myself. You watch. I'm going to turn some heads again. I'm going to live up to my potential. I'm going to go get ready.

Tommy Dukes: Heh....and THAT ladies and gentlemen, is how you motivate someone! Of course I was kidding about The Clash! I love it! Are you kidding? I'm probably a bigger mark than any of you! Anyways, before we get to the action, we have a very special guest standing by. Take it away Nerma.

Nerma: Thanks Tommy. Yes, we're joined by Aly Smash and her newborn son Justice Mach. Taking him to see his first wrestling show are you ?

Aly Smash: It was on the way home, and you literally pushed my wheelchair in here without asking. But yeah, I guess I am doing that.

Nerma: Uh...well, we're glad to see you doing better, and with a bouncing baby boy to boot. What are your plans? Full time Mom?

Aly Smash: Aly Smash has always been about bringing the hurt. I hope you remember that when I get out of this chair.

Nerma: *gulp*

Aly Smash: I still want to be the best. That much will never change. I just have...different priorities outside of the ring now. Make no mistake though, I will be back soon. Training starts in a few weeks.

Nerma: Well what about the future with you and the Machs? Unconventional families seem to be popping up all over EBW. Do I hear wedding bells?

Aly Smash: No, you just have tinnitus. Idiot. That's my business, so stay out of it.

Nerma: Well alright then....action time? Action time.

EBW: The Clash
Studio B, Saturn City
Strike TV

1. Singles: Vjhearson Golvoth beat Vapetrain via Chokeslam -> Pin
2. EBW Women's Television #1 Contender: Christina Angel beat Nani, Murasaki, Heather Mach, Lainey Strong, and Iroha[x] via Angel Driver -> Pin
3. EBW Eagleland National #1 Contender: Cade beat Los Tiburon via Cadebreaker -> Pin

-

The Mach Residence

Lady M's made her way into the house after having an argument....with herself.

Lady M's: You both need to shut up and let me think!

M's Style: No time to think! We've done enough for that! It's time to play! Time for fun!

Endless M's: We're in agreement. Let's go kill someone!

M's Style: That is NOT fun!

Lady M's: See, this is what I'm talking abou-

M's stopped what she was saying, when she saw Aly Smash sitting on the couch, watching television quietly, while cradling Justice.

Lady M's: Were we being too loud?

Aly Smash: We?

Lady M's: Yeah...don't worry about it. Want me to go?

Aly Smash: No please...sit down with me.

Lady M's: ...Alright. So, that's him huh?

Aly Smash: Want to hold him?

Lady M's: ...Uh...I guess?

Aly Smash: I know, it's weird right? This is all still very weird.

Lady M's: Weird is what we do. Still, even this is more than I imagined.

Aly Smash: It's not a bad thing though....is it?

Lady M's: No. Not at all. We just have to have a word with the Angel wives. Too many Machs and Angels in the world, we're just asking for trouble.

Aly Smash: Heh. I am still welcome here ri-

Lady M's: You've got to stop this.

Aly Smash: What?

Lady M's: You're being way too nice. Way too polite. I'm not used to it.

Aly Smash: Just say it's for Justice's sake. Does that help?

Lady M's: ...A little. But yes dammit, you live here now. Get used to it. We won't take no for an answer.

Aly Smash: While I do appreciate that....my place is nicer than this.

Lady M's: Ha!

Aly Smash: Shhh! You're going to wake him.

Lady M's: Oh and this isn't waking him? This on the television. What are you even watching?

Aly Smash: Box of old tapes I found on the table when I came in. Think they're old Mach family home movies.

Lady M's: Really now. Well this a goldmine of comedy just waiting to happen.

Aly Smash: This one is titled "Celtland Summer Vacation 1998".

Lady M's: And yet we see a young Trevor, Dougie, and Derek sporting hair that would give Duran Duran a run for their money.

Aly Smash: Celtland 1998 must equal 1988 anywhere else.

Lady M's: It must.

"Dougie Mach: Why does Gramps still have this old clunker? It runs on Potato Moonshine!

Derek Mach: And we're on a Potato Farm. Makes sense to me.

Trevor Mach: This is Celtland Derek. Every inch of it is a Potato Farm. We got to get this hunk of junk running if we're going to make it into town for the big wrestling show.

Dougie Mach: I'll give it a push start and-

Grandpa Mach: You'll do no such thing ya filthy protestant bastards!

Dougie Mach: Gramps, it's us!

Grandpa Mach: You think I don't know that!

Derek Mach: No, I don't think you do. It's your family!

Grandpa Mach: Maybe the ginger ones are, but who the bleedin' fook are the rest of ya lot! I see 9 of yas!

Trevor Mach: Trees Grandpa...those are trees. You said we could borrow the truck if we came back with alcohol. Furthermore, what's with the "Protestant" remarks?! I'm Catholic....ish.

Grandpa Mach: Oh yeah? Well you know what being dammed to Hell-ish means? BEING DAMMED TO BLOODY FOOKIN' HELL! NOW-

*click*

Aly Smash: Hilarious and traumatizing to the Mach boys, but maybe we little Justice doesn't have to hear that language.

Lady M's: ...Are you being serious?

Aly Smash: Yet? Doesn't have to hear it yet?

Lady M's: ...Fine...you get at least 2 weeks. After which, you better believe I'll have some pent up fucks to give.

Aly Smash: What did I just say?

Lady M's: ....Starting now! I wasn't ready before!

Ryan IQ's Office

Noah Jennings: I want to thank you again for hiring me on to assist you. Really though, you should be thanking yourself, for making such a wise decision.

Ryan IQ: Uh huh.

Noah Jennings: So listen, I was thinking about this Victory Explosion X3 hype. It's coming in a little under the radar I think.

Ryan IQ: ...We sold out both venues.

Noah Jennings: It's all about marketing and branding. I think we can do better. Hear me out. So, first we brand the event based on where it's taking place. We don't number it anymore. We replace the number with a symbol or something. We make videos showing "fans" getting excited about the show. When I saw "fans" I mean hired plants, cause wrestling fans are too ugly and cringe inducing, so we use pretty people instead.....still cringe inducing though. It's hard to shake that. Then, we hire musical acts in genres that no actual wrestling fan listens to, so we can cater to the mainstream....that won't be watching or ordering the show. THEN, we bring in guest hosts! Now, I have these three guys perfect for the job. They used to work for Master Belch, and yes, they are also piles of goo. They're called "The Goo Day", and-

Ryan IQ: Stop. All of this....sounds awful. It sounds counter productive. It sounds like a waste, that would not attract any new business, and might scare away business from fans who would see this absolute garbage as a slap in the face. No musical guests, and no hosts. This is a wrestling event. It will be about the wrestling. All of your ideas were awful Literally all of them.

Noah Jennings: ....We can...uh....workshop it a little bit I suppose. How about this? 9 HOUR LONG SH-

Ryan IQ: Get out.

-

Summers Beach

Vapetrain stared into the sunset, as the waves splashed over the sand. He was about to bust out a saxophone solo, when-

Bashin Dan: Vaper! There you are my friend!

Vapetrain: Huh? Oh hey champ, how are you?

Bashin Dan: Doing better actually. Thank you. I've been thinking, and I'm excited for what is coming up. The main event match I always wanted, against one of my biggest rivals and best opponents. It's a lot to get excited about. How about you Vape Muffin? You're not looking happy.

Vapetrain: What gave it away? The incoming sax solo?

Bashin Dan: Well, busting out the brass by yourself on a beach sometimes can mean that.

Vapetrain: I lost to Golvoth again. Again I lost to that giant Nord. I can't beat him. I couldn't beat him, and I wasn't good enough to be invited to Edo like Barrington and Boulder. I'm the worst of the big guys in EBW.

Bashin Dan: You are not! You're my friend, and you have value. You've got to believe in yourself. Look, Benji and Cade are both reaching out for their dreams. You need to do the same. Tap into that power inside of you.

Vapetrain: I see it Dan. I see it when I close my eyes. A beast of the waters, violent and gigantic, yet elegant.

Bashin Dan: Huh. That sounds like a Liopleurodon.

Vapetrain: A Liopleurodon. I like that! I'm the Liopleurodon.

Bashin Dan: Huh? What? Vape? Where you going? Into the water? You can swim right? Vape?

Backstage

Christina Angel: Subbie, I'm really glad that you came to me about this.

Subculture: I should have been honest from the get go. While your family does freak me out, I will accept it, as long as that means I can be with you. You saw something in me I didn't even see in myself. I love you.

Christina Angel: I love you too.

Tack Angel: And that's when I was like "That's not a harem, that's my wives!" Ha! Funny right?

Christina Angel: Dad...what are you-

Tack Angel: ...I think we were all having different conversations.

Subculture: ....No...Christina and I were on the same page.

Tack Angel: Well let's you and me get on the same page. Listen to me. w00t destroyed my Kingdom. They made this personal on two levels. Like, EBW....being my Kingdom in which I wrestle, and Crystal Fourside, being the Kingdom in which I live. We've got to get focused here. We're going to fight them tonight, and then-

Subculture: Yeah yeah, tag against the bad guys. I got it. Same page. Leave the room so I can kiss your daughter.

Tack Angel: Oh right. Yes of course. Wait. WAIT. WAAAIT!

*door slam*

Tack Angel: DARN IT! IT'S STILL WEIRD!

EBW: Xcite

The show opened with a talk show set in the ring. Two chairs in front of a brick wall, with neon lighting that said "Paradise City".

Sal Paradise: Welcome to the new segment in EBW, that's going to keep me getting paid, without the BS of the beatings and backstabbing. Yes, the People's Choice is shifting focus here, but I'll still be here for you. I'll just be the People's Voice now, getting the answers you want. My first guests were going to be the Dan Club, but then I thought I'd get one last word with my old friend Jamie OD. One last sit down with-

The lights went black, and when they came back up, Swift and w00t were in the ring.

Sal Paradise: Last time I checked, Jamie OD wasn't black so-

w00t: That's enough Sal. You got a show, good for you. We don't care. If we cared, you wouldn't have it, but we don't, so enjoy. Makes a good platform for us. Make no mistake though, we're calling the shots. You want OD, but you're not getting OD. You might want Mike too? Not getting Mike. You're getting us.

Swift: The man that POUNCED the confidence right out of Trevor Mach. Took his bravado, and took his Team Ring. This one was yours Mach. I had to get it stretched out, cause your arthritic, bony fingers were too damn small. This guy over here, heh, he brought down a Kingdom.

w00t: It's mind games so far. We're taking what we want, and we're sending a message. What comes next is the takeover. We're going to take EBW and paint it black.

Sal Paradise: I-

w00t: Metaphorically you moron. Sit back down.

Swift: Don't make me hurt you.

Sal Paradise: Who wants to get hurt? I'll just sit down. See? Nice and comfy. Continue.

w00t: We are weeks away from Victory Explosion X3. X3...a "cute" way of saying 13. An unlucky number for the status quo. You're smart to stay out of our way. You're smarter to join us. Ryan IQ, you'd be the smartest man in the world next to me, if you just realized that this how things are going to be now. We're coming for the #1 spots, the main titles, the main events, all the segments we want. We're getting our due. Now, we can stand around here and piss and moan about it, but instead....we'll show you.

w00t and Swift were about to leave, but before they did, Swift kicked Sal's set over.

Sal Paradise: Hey! They made me pay for that! Oh sure, just break my set.

Swift: ....

Sal Paradise: Glare all you want! I'm sending you the bill!

Swift: ....

Sal Paradise: *sigh* ....Forget about it.

Backstage

Bashin Dan was leaving his locker room with his titles in tow. He was being followed...

Bashin Dan: Who is that?

Jammer: ...It's me Dan.

Bashin Dan: Trying to jump me? We tag together tonight. You'd be better off waiting till later.

Jammer: I'm not here to jump you. I'm here with something to say.

Bashin Dan: ...Then say it.

Jammer: I hope we can work together tonight like we used to. I'd really like that.

Bashin Dan: ...That sounds like the Slam Master, but I'm not talking to him. Talk like Jammer. Go ahead. Gloat about something. Tell me how I ruined your career.

Jammer: *sigh*

Bashin Dan: ...I'm sorry Jammer. It's not in my nature to be a jerk. I leave that to people I used to trust. Shoot. I did it again. That time it wasn't even on purpose!

Jammer: It comes easily? Guess I have it coming. Seriously though, I want us to kick ass tonight, cause I want us both at our best for Victory Explosion X3. I made a mistake giving up a title shot once. I'm going to give it everything I have, and I'm going to become the Triple Crown World Champion.

Bashin Dan: ....That's more like it. Let's go.

EBW: Xcite
Summers Arena, Summers
Strike TV

1. Women's Tag: Lainey Strong/Calamity Jane beat 21st Century Foxx/Sylvie via DQ
2. Singles: Liopleurodon beat Flying Man via Top Rope Splash -> Pin
3. Tag: w00t[o]/Swift beat Tack Angel[x]/Subculture via wKo -> Pin
4. Singles: Firebrand X beat Jamie OD via DQ
5. 6-Woman Tag: Troian/Murasaki/Ripper Jane[o] beat Heather Mach[x]/Christina Angel/Rose Mulligan via Hell Claw -> Referee Stoppage
6. Tag: Johnny Starbound[o]/Vjhearson Golvoth beat Bashin Dan/Jammer[x] via 450 Splash -> Pin

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EBW: The Clash

Nerma: Holy Wrestleroni everyone, we're just one week away from Victory Explosion X3, the biggest event of the year! It's a two day show this year, from different parts of the world. The biggest event of its kind in wrestling history! I'm excited to be apart of it, but the question is, which show will I attend? I think I want to be at the one where the women main event. Hope Mach has been training in solitude in preparation for her match against Troian, and I think that's the match to see, but apparently, we've got another history making match to make this difficult on me, because Lady M's has a match announcement for the Saturn Dome show! M's, let's hear it!

Lady M's: So, it's obvious I've taken a few blows to the head. That MIGHT have created a bit of a problem for me and those around me. While I think it's actually hilarious to have so many people freaked about what I might do next, it's apparent that this needs to be settled. If I'm going to get back to the business of kicking ass and dominating this division, I need to do something drastic. That's why I will be taking part in the FIRST EVER 1 Woman 3-Way Match!

Nerma: What?

Lady M's: That's right...it will be ME vs. MYSELF vs. I! Who will come out on top? The cosplaying weirdo, the bitter veteran, or the psycho killer! WINNER TAKE ALL!

Nerma: ...Yeah...um...what?!

EBW: The Clash
Studio B, Saturn City
Strike TV

1. EBW Trios Championships: Erica(c)/21st Century Foxx(c)/Sylvie(c)[o] beat Kei Akiyama/Kayla Sparkz/Queen Bolshoi[x]
2. Singles: Liopleurodon beat Shark #1 via Top Rope Splash -> Pin
3. 8-Man Tag: Kinniku Mike/Jamie OD/Hotlanta/Generator[o] beat Amigo/Los Tiburon/Kiva/El Mago[x] via GNR8 Buster -> Pin

Summers

Trevor and Derek Mach pulled up to the beach in a red Testarossa...




Trevor Mach: ...I miss my Testarossa man. It looked a lot like this one actually.

Derek Mach: Well it should, I stole it from you.

Trevor Mach: What?

Derek Mach: Kidding....maybe.

Trevor Mach: What are we doing out here?

Derek Mach: Getting back to the roots. This is where we trained remember? You and I, when we were younger, and we wanted to be wrestlers. We wanted to kick ass like our heroes. This is where we started. Close your eyes and remember.

Trevor Mach: ....Yeah...I remember. I remember you started getting into some weird shit around the same time. It was 199X I think, and you started talking to yourself a lot.

Derek Mach: Giygas man, he tapped into my head. He was looking for a way back, and he went looking for the darkness. The Machs were the perfect targets there. We were flawed as all hell. We still are. That darkness is what you're looking to tap back into?

Trevor Mach: ...I just want to be me man. I've filled my head with so much nonsense over the years, and tried to be this, that, and any other thing that made sense at the time. Deep down, I know who I am. I AM the Bad Man. I once said, I knew what that meant, that I could make of it whatever I wanted. I need that. I need it back if I'm going to beat Swift. I have to lose all the bullshit, and embrace the Bad Man.

Derek Mach: And you don't think you'll lose yourself? It's easy, believe me.

Trevor Mach: I have anchor this time. So do you.

Derek Mach: The burden of our children, keeping us from getting lost.

Trevor Mach: Yeah, something like that.

Derek Mach: So what is it you're looking for exactly? Spell it out for me.

Trevor Mach: All these years, I've been bouncing around from bad ass to goofy ass. A clown and a killer. The joke and the punchline. That's all I needed to be. If they underestimated me from humor, they'd pay the price in the ring. I want to ramp it up. Be the Big Bad Wolf for real, so real that I'll even scare myself with it.

Derek Mach: Basically, you want permission from someone to stop holding back? Shouldn't you ask your wife for that?

Trevor Mach: No, this comes back to you Derek, cause you showed me what that was. You, with your darkness, you spread it to me. It wouldn't have taken much, for us to have switched places on that space station you know? If a few things were different, I would have been where you were, and you where I was.

Derek Mach: ....Tali's not really my type. She scares me.

Trevor Mach: Heh, you're telling me. There's three of her bouncing around in that head now.

Derek Mach: Yikes.

Trevor Mach: Yeah. Look Derek, I have a long way to go here. I made a promise to my son, in 18 years time, when he's in the ring, I will be right there at his side. I made a promise to keep fighting and keep fighting AND KEEP FIGHTING! If I'm going to survive that long, this is how it gets done. You going to help me or not?

Derek Mach: Seems I don't have a choice. Well then, what are we waiting for?

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Strike TV Wrestling Update!

Tommy Dukes: Tommy Dukes here, the hyped about VE guy of Wrestling, and I'm hyped about VE. No, that doesn't mean anything sexual, it's Victory Explosion! We're on the 13th one! The X3rd one? How does that go? I don't know, but what I do know, is that this is a special update installment, here to get you up to speed and ready for the big event. We are so close I can taste it. It tastes like pineapple and ham...or that could be the pizza I was eating. We have BIG NEWS! We started with a Press Conference this week in Saturn City. Let's take a look!

Saturn City Hall

Mayor Strong: Why yes, as a former EBW World Champion, I'm always proud to have my city hosting this special event. It's great for us, great for business and great for-

Magnum PT: Excuse me, Mr. Mayor, if I may...

Magnum PT came out in a Red, White, and Blue vest and top hat, and those signature too tight jeans.

Mayor Strong: I'm sorry PT, but you're going to have to wa-

Magnum PT: I waited long enough. Eaglelanders like myself, we don't wait, we take what we want. Just like I came back to EBW, took the Eagleland National Championship, and promised to Make EBW Great Again. MEGA! These colors, they don't run, and I don't run, except towards opportunity. I'm here on behalf of my pals in Umbra, the group that's going to set things right in EBW. The others, they're busy with some "special projects" before the Victory Explosion, so I came here to run down the list on their behalf. Let's see here....w00t, is going to tear down Tack Angel, just like he tore down his Kingdom. Swift is going to put the "Bad Wolf" to sleep for good. Mike and Jamie OD have received a challenge, from Firebrand X and Subculture. Now I was certain that the Elite 4 were disbanded, but if they want a shot, Umbra accepts. Generator and Hotlanta have plans of their own, I'm supposed to keep that a surprise, and I will. Am I forgetting anyone? Oh, that's right, ME! Magnum PT, the man, Eagleland's favorite son. Big in Edo, bigger in my pants! I've got some chump kid named Cade to deal with right? Cade, whoever you are, you're-

Cade quickly jumped PT from behind and knocked him off the stage, wearing his red, white, and blue top hat.

Cade: Nice to meet you PT! I'm Cade, and I think we've all heard just about enough. Continue on Mr. Mayor.

Mayor Strong: Thank you my boy. The hat suits you better I think. Now, where was I?

30 Minutes Later

Benjamin: My friend Bashin Dan made history, when he became the EBW Triple Crown World Champion. That was an inspiration to all of us. It inspired Cade to go after PT. It inspired the Train formerly known as Vape to challenge Vjhearson Golvoth once again. It inspired me to take on Camilo Ortega again and prove myself. He's a former World Champion in his own right. That can't be taken lightly. He's not unbeatable though. I know I can do it. I just have to believe in myself.

Camilo Ortega: God's lessons are beautiful young one. My eyes were opened to light, his radiance, it nearly blinded me. I looked upon that light though, and it set me back on the path I strayed from. I will walk the path of heaven, and I will rule over everything. This Edo National Championship is the first step back to a true being of light reclaiming this world.

Benjamin: ...I don't know what you meant by half of that, but I'm something of a Warrior of Light myself. This isn't about light vs. darkness. It's about who is better in the ring. On that night, it's going to be me.

30 Minutes Later

Valarie Dorado: I don't care who you line up to face us, we've always got a back up plan for our back up plans. Christina, we wanted you on board. We wanted you to finally get your due, the spotlight you deserve, and all the fame, glory, and money that went with it. You don't want that? It's fine. I have no problems breaking you in the ring. This Women's Television title will remain with me for as long as I want it. What do you have to say about that?

Christina Angel: ....*clears throat* I disagree.

Mayor Strong: You're Tack's kid alright. Well, that concludes this Press Conference, I'm sure they're going to be doing one in Zealstrailia too, but since that's not my problem, I-

Good News Gary: WAAAAAAAAIT!

Mayor Strong: Huh? G-Good News Greg?

Good News Gary: IT'S GARY! GOOD NEWS GARY! I have news that's not just GOOD NEWS, it's AMAZING NEWS! HE'S BACK FOLKS! THE ACE OF ACES! THE UNKILLABLE! THE UNDEFEATABLE! Victory Explosion X3 will see the return of DA BEEG DRIZZLE!!! RAINS!!!

Ryan IQ: ...Wasn't he dead?

Strike TV Control Center

Tommy Dukes: Tommy Dukes here, the late for Xcite guy of Wrestling, and we have breaking news! Please be patient with me, cause I've got to finish packing my stuff to get over to the arena! Why couldn't I just do this while I was THERE?! Anyways, Xcite is big enough tonight being the first show out of the gate of EBW's 14 year, but we've received news that the Triple Crown World Champion WILL be in action! Also, something that has just now been brought to our attention. A lot of the contracts in EBW expired after Victory Explosion, and like usual, the resigning process went smoothly....except for Trevor Mach. Apparently, he didn't sign his contract. What could that mean? I guess we'll find out when he wants us to know. Anyways, I have to g-oh....in the process of talking I already walked across the street to the arena. Heh...thank God I didn't get hit in the traffic. I wasn't paying attention!

EBW: Xcite "Year 14 Begins"

The show opened with a chorus of boos as Johnny Starbound made his way through the crowd to the ring. He ordered the lights dimmed, with one spotlight on himself.

Johnny Starbound: So, I could on and on about the travesty that was Victory Explosion. I could complain and bitch about not being on the card. I could wonder why Ryan IQ wouldn't want his main draw, his #1 STAR, his FUTURE on the biggest show of the year. I could think about just how gifted I am. I'm ripped. I'm agile. I can fly in that ring better than anyone. Do things the luchadors WISH they could. I can grapple. I can hit hard. I am everything a wrestler of this current era NEEDS to be. I could go back to wondering AGAIN why I wasn't on the card. We're going to stick a pin in that. We're going to move on. We're going to look forward, because I'm looking for MY Golden Opportunity. What do I mean by that? I mean-

Jammer: We know exactly what you mean. Where is Golvoth by the way? The Nord going to jump me if I go down there?

Johnny Starbound: He WAS on the card, and he lost, so we're done professionally. Simple as that. He can do what he wants, but I'm looking for bigger and better things.

Jammer: Oh yeah? The "Golden Opportunity"? You're talking about EBW Golden Week right?

Johnny Starbound: Absolutely. We all know how it goes. A week of special events, with The Golden Tournament deciding a #1 Contender for the Triple Crown World Championship. That's where I'm going. That's what I want. That's what I'm going to get.

Jammer: Not if I decide I want in. You haven't exactly had the best luck with me Starbound. Between the two of us, you truly thought you were the talent in the Thrillers? You thought you had the skill? The air time? No way man, that was the "Slam Master". I was close to winning last night. I was on the cusp. Closer than you have ever been. I want another shot. I'm going for it.

Bashin Dan: Why wait guys?

Jammer: Dan? What are you-

Bashin Dan: Jam, last night's match was an honor and a privilege. Starbound, you have also been a great rival. They said I could have this month off, and let the tournament decide my next challenger. I don't want to wait. I think tonight, the two of you should have a match, and the winner, gets a shot at me at The Golden. What do you say?

Jammer: As if you have to ask.

Johnny Starbound: Big mistake Dan. You're Gung-ho attitude is going to get you hurt, and short about three belts I'd say. Hope you're able to put up somewhat of a challenge Jam. You're looking busted up, while I'm fresh as a daisy.

Jammer: I may not be "fresh as a daisy", but I'll tell you what I am....I'M ON FIRE! YOU'RE ON STARBOUND!

-

Tommy Dukes: Wow, incredible stuff to open the show. Welcome to the beginning of EBW's 14 year! Yes, we're counting Havok as EBW. Shut up!

Nerma: Why are you breathing heavy and sweating?

Tommy Dukes: I just got here!

Nerma: Well drink some water, and let me take over. We cut now to Tack Tower in Saturn City with the Angel Family.

Tack Tower

Tack Angel: Are we on? We're live? Did they see me fix my wedgie? Well...they at least know about it now huh? *sigh* I have to make this brief, as the AI inside our new tower has fallen in love with me, and I'm trying really hard to deal with that right now too. Why haven't you seen any videos about that? She normally doesn't let the Lakitus in the Tower. Anyways, I wanted to assure everyone that my family is fine. Makoto was chased, but she wasn't hurt. So physically, we're all fine. Emotionally, we are NOT. Let me get serious for a minute here. I know I can be weird. I can be silly. I can be unconventional. I know that. I mean, I've been told those things about myself, and I trust the judgement of others. I mean, Tali could have been jo-moving on! You all know me though. When I put my heart into something, I give it everything I have. I do that for wrestling, and I do that for my family. w00t, you messed with both. I don't like to be mad. I don't like to be angry. I miss wrestling for the spirit of competition, without all the unnecessary hatred that comes with it these days. You're not leaving us much of a choice. I'm this close to snapping w00t. I'm that far away. And further more-

The feed cut out, and the cameras came back to the arena, where the entire Umbra group stood inside of the ring.

w00t: That didn't sound like an apology to me. Did it to you guys? I didn't hear one. Look, he's talking, but didn't back it up. I beat him at Victory Explosion. The fallen Ace. The man who was the entire driving force of this company for years! He's too domesticated now. He gorged himself on success, while the more skilled and far more intelligent languished. The proof of my excellence is there to see. I once ran EBW and we thrived. When Tack ran EBW, it cratered. In the ring, he's losing his touch. I've only gotten better. This is all rhetoric. Tack, I want my apology, and I want it next week. I want you in this ring, honoring the stipulation, or we go after another "Wife". That whole set up is a joke anyways, but you keep playing pretend. Let's reshift focus here. Last night, Umbra was victorious. We split up on the cards, made our moves, and we all found success. We've all been down roads like these before. Form a group, try to make a statement, and it blows up in our faces. The strategy was wrong, and the combinations were wrong. But you look at what that created. It lead to this. To Umbra, the shadow that will cover EBW and change it into what WE want! Money for us. Power for us. The matches we want. The belts we want. We will take it. We will take over. If you don't believe me, ask the victims we've already left in our wake. We're just warming up. I think-

Suddenly, the crowd picked up as Trevor Mach came down the ramp, and entered the ring with the whole Umbra group.

w00t: Well, THIS is unexpected!

Swift: Heh, look at you, back on your feet. You ready to go another round?

w00t: Hold on Swift. Maybe we have an opportunity here. What do you guys think? You see where I'm going with this?

Hotlanta: Yeah, I think I do.

Generator: He got a taste of what we felt right?

w00t: Exactly. You get it now right? You see what the EBW machine has done for years and years. Chews you up and spits you out. It took a little more time to get to you, but they all abandoned you, when you tried to stand up for them. You know what? Maybe we bury the hatchet. We could use a guy like you. Whether you realize it or not, or whether EBW realizes it or not, Umbra is taking over. That is a fact. You could be one of us. Swift, would you be alright with that?

Swift: ...You proved a lot last night. You showed heart. But...you went in alone. We're not doing this shit alone anymore Mach. We're taking over, and we do that in FORCE! I had these guys watching MY back! What did you have? Huh?

Magnum PT: Can I say something? As a fellow 80's enthusiast, I've always had respect for you. You've been one of the pillars of this company, carrying it for years, and doing a damn good job. Where did it get you?

Trevor Mach: ...PT...an 80's guy huh? This is your cheap imitation me right? You get what you pay for. The REAL deal, might not be in your price range. But hey...I'll think about it. Then again...EBW....Umbra. Heh, maybe all of you....can kiss my ass.

Trevor Mach dropped the mic and walked away.

w00t: Well, where were we? So, as I was-

Derek Mach came out of the crowd and stepped into the ring with Umbra.

w00t: Machs coming out of the woodwork. What can we do for you? Want to join Umbra for REAL this time?

Derek Mach: Not a chance. I did what I did, because chaos always worked best for me. However, I didn't stab my family in the back...not this time. Being a father changes you. I'm not here for any of the old bullshit. I'm just here, because I owe Swift a punch in the mouth...or how about a match?

Swift: I just had an hour long war, and you expect a match with me tonight? Heh...of course you're on. You out of your damn mind? One Mach down, why not another one.

EBW: Xcite "Year 14 Begins"
Renegade Arena, Saturn City
Strike TV

1. Non-Title Singles: Amigo beat Kiva via Olympic Slam -> Pin
Tommy Dukes: Incredible opener here! Amigo wasn't kidding. The new Anahauc National Champion is stealing the show with Kiva, and we've only gotten started. OLYMPIC SLAM! 1-2-3! Amigo with the win!
2. EBW Trios Championship: Erica(c)[o]/21st Century Foxx(c)/Sylvie(c) vs. Hope Mach/Christina Angel/Rose Mulligan ended in a No Contest
Nerma: Troian, Murasaki, and Ripper Jane are coming down! What are they doing here?! They're not apart of this! Attacking both teams! The ref is throwing this out obviously.
3. 8-Man Tag: Kinniku Mike/Jamie OD/Generator/Hotlanta[o] beat Bashin Dan/Cade/Liopleurodon/Benjamin[x] via Moonsault -> Pin
Tommy Dukes: Bashin Dan, right after tearing down the house in the Dome, is leading the fight against Umbra here, but they might have underestimated what they were up against. Hotlanta with the Moonsault on Benjamin! 1-2-3! Dammit, Umbra with the win.
4. Singles: Swift beat Derek Mach via POUNCE x Blackhammer -> Pin
Nerma: This is one step away from a street fight! Derek looking a little rusty, but he's got Swift on the ropes. He's throwing him against the ropes, but HERE COMES THE POUNCE! 1-2-3! Swift beats Derek Mach!
5. #1 Contender Match: Jammer vs. Johnny Starbound ended in a Time Limit Draw
Tommy Dukes: Another top notch encounter with Jammer and Starbound! Jammer with the Slam Jam! Starbound rolled out of the way! Starbound with the 450 Splash! Jammer rolled out of the way! They're both back on their feet! Face to face, grinding foreheads! Wait! The time limit is expired! We didn't get a winner! They are demanding more time! Wait, here comes Bashin Dan.

Bashin Dan: You'll have to forgive me for not being here to see the match. I wanted to, but I was shaking off the beating I took earlier in the night. Looks like we didn't get a winner, but I have a GREAT idea. It will be me against Jammer AND Starbound in a LADDER MATCH, at EBW: The Golden!

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Tack Angel: So long as men can breath and eyes can see, so long live this, and this gives life to thee. Wow...beautiful stuff. But, it's not as beautiful as.......SECTIONAL COUCHES!

A camera pulls back to reveal Tack, arms wide open, amidst several sectional couches.

Tack Angel: That's right, the Angel Family has joined in on the cutting edge of business, by opening up the first floor of Tack Tower for "Angel Sectionals"! When I was a little boy my grandmother bought me a new couch. Now, I hated her, but I LOVED sitting on things. However, upon gazing at it, I had to ask "where is the rest of it"? That's the first of many stories you are going to hear in this commercial. It's going to be looooong. WHAT IF....I told you, that where most people's couches end, YOURS could bend at a 90 degree angle and KEEP GOING! Impossible you say? Gaze upon my works and weep in joy! SECTIONALS! Long ago, an Emperor asked for a very large couch. One that would stretch to infinity! When they built it, he saw it and said "well that's not going to fit". So, they put a bend in it and built it.....IN SECTIONS! These couches are ALL guaranteed to be made....on EARTH! That's right, no space mumbo jumbo here. Made on the good ol' flat Earth! Furthermore I- I can't do this. Can we cut please?

Tack Tower

Amy: What's wrong Tack? That was really good. You were on a roll.

Tack Angel: I didn't know where that all came from!

Faris: It definitely wasn't on the cue card.

Tracy: This means we're keeping these couches doesn't it? All 100 couches?

Nani: They are comfy.

Tracy: ...Well that's true.

Iroha: I-

Christina Angel: Can it you! Dad, you look upset.

Tack Angel: Well daughter, wives, other daughters, pirates sitting on couches, obsessed AI watching over us, and somewhere....Penguin, I think w00t had a point about something. I am too domesticated. I mean look, right now I'm being carried over to you in this couch by the pirates. Please put me down. Thank you though. I appreciate the hard work. Look, we lost a Kingdom, and this isn't going to get it back. I need to be aggressive. I need to win, and win, and win. I need to topple Umbra, so EBW can get back to the business of helping us buy better crystal this time!

Amy: That's the man I married. Confident, brave, and for some reason, only wearing one shoe.

Tack Angel: ...I think I lost the other one in one of these couches.

Tracy: You were always at your best when gunning for the prize. Go get it stud.

Nami: We all believe in you.

Faris: You always have our support.

Makoto: Absolutely! Never give up!

Iroha: I-

Christina Angel: Dad, that's a great mindset. Where do we start?

Tack Angel: I think I need to find Trevor, talk him into coming back, and maybe show me a little bit of that darkness. In fact, I won't take NO for an answer!

Bad Dudes Dojo

Lady M's: No.

Tack Angel: What do you mean no? Why can't I come in?

Lady M's: Well, for one the baby is sleeping, and I desperately need that to continue for my sanity. Also, you're missing a shoe and that seems suspicious to me. Finally, I know you're looking for Trevor, and he's not here.

Tack Angel: He's not? I figured he'd be with his family if he was so burnt out on EBW's BC.

Lady M's: BC?

Tack Angel: Yeah...Bull Crap. Pardon the language.

Lady M's: Uh huh. Well he WAS here. Spent time with me and Aly, and Justice. He's not shutting us out....just all of you, and I say good for him. If you're not going to fight for yourselves, why should he?

Tack Angel: But I'm here to try and do that!

Lady M's: Well then, you figure it out then my friend. I'm going to go nap now and-

Justice Mach: WAAAAAAAA!!!!

Lady M's: ....*sigh*

Tack Angel: ...I think I'd better go.

Lady M's: Hey wait, I want to show you something. A new style I'm working on. It's Boopkun-do.

Tack Angel: Boopkun-do? What is-

Lady M's: BOOP!

M's booped Tack on the nose.

Tack Angel: Huh? Tali, I don't see how-

M's then quickly kicked the confused Tack between the legs.

Tack Angel: AAAAAHHHH!!!

Lady M's: See? It works. I'm a genius.

Tack Angel: NANDEEEE?

Strike TV Wrestling Update

Nerma: It's Nerma in the Control Center today, and I'm joined by two new members of the EBW roster, looking to make 2019 their year. First, I'm joined by...uh...Mister Twister?

A man with wild, wind swept hair, googles, and frilly tasseled armbands and tights twirled into the room.

Mister Twister: That's right, I'm Mister Twister, and I'm blowing into EBW, and I'm coming right for you!

Nerma: Uh huh. It says here you are...in fact....the son of a Twister, and a human mother?

Mister Twister: That is correct! Years ago, my father was killed by storm chasers, after they rammed a truck into him, containing a device that destroyed him! Moments before that though, the F5 had picked up a pregnant woman, who gave birth INSIDE of the tornado! That child was me! Mister Twister! AHAHAHAA!

Nerma: ....That's the plot of Twister. The movie Twister, you just recited the plot of that movie. Also, the father would still be the man that impregnated the woman. The tornado just caused early labor.

Mister Twister: WRONG! Twister is not JUST A MOVIE! It was a Documentary! My whole life, I trained to kill the one known as "The Extreme". I wanted to finish, what my father had started. Fate took him before I could. I needed a new goal. To prepare myself to one day hunt down and destroy Helen Hunt!

Nerma: ...I believe that you were born inside of a tornado. It would explain the brain damage. Moving on I guess...we have the "Invisible Wrestling" Stealth Vanyon? Uh...is he here?

Stealth Vanyon: Indeed, I've been here this whole time, yet you can not see me, because I am INVISIB-

Nerma: Oh, you're hiding behind the desk. I see you. You're totally visible.

Stealth Vanyon: I am not! You can not comprehend me. I am transparent perfection!   

Nerma: No, I see you. You're bald....you shaved your eye brows. You're wearing flesh colored tights. That doesn't make you invisible. It just makes you look like a giant naked baby man.

Stealth Vanyon: Your eyes must be playing tricks on you. I can NOT be see-

Nerma: Whatever. Who hired these guys?! Noah? Yeah, why am I not surprised.

-

Strike TV Wrestling Update

Nerma: Hello EBW fans, Nerma here with some big updates for you in the Control Center! EBW is about to have it's annual Golden Week, and we're doing things a little differently this year, the event is going GLOBAL! Yeah, we're doing lots of expensive things lately. REASONS FOR THAT! I'll get to it! The National Champions that have recently been crowned will be headlining events in their respective countries, AND we'll seen qualifiers for The Golden Tournament. Also, EBW's Golden Week will see the return of the Killer Queen Tournament. A one night special event that will take the place of The Clash that week. To celebrate that special occasion we have the return of the "Tenrec" Gold!

Gold: I was on the shelf for a while, but gold still shines. I'm back, I'm healed, and I'm better than ever. Where was I injured? Heh, I bet you'd like to know that. I bet the other women would like to know that too. I intend to win this tournament, and Gold the Killer Queen will use that win to get back what belongs to here. Christina Angel, that Television Title is mine.

Nerma: Wow! She wants the TV title?! It was the title she won almost immediately after debuting. I guess it's historical in that sense, so why not go after it again.

Gold: It's plain and simple. That title is mine. That title is GOLD.

Nerma: She confident, she's ready, and she's back! Awesome. Now, back to just HOW we're able to do all of this. Ry Ry took the damn money. What do I mean by that? The oil barons of Scaraba have shelled out a couple million to host a show in the newly built Scaraba Dome. At first, we weren't going to do it. They are really really bad when it comes to like....stoning....and beheading...and killing anyone they don't agree with. Then we realized that's basically Eagleland now too with a bunch of whiny bitches throwing a 3 year long hissy fit, so WHY NOT take the money! Whatever, we're doing it apparently! The Scaraba Dome will play host to the event "The Golden" where Bashin Dan will defend against Jammer and Johnny Starbound in a 3-Way Ladder Match for his Triple Crown World Championship. We'll also see the Semi-Finals, and the Finals of The Golden Tournament. We're spoiling you people, so try to act normal when you see females that are walking around covered in bed sheets alright? What Steve? They have really dick policies! What? No, I'm not wearing a burka. Screw em, I'm going anyways! Listen, I-

*PLEASE STAND BY TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES*

EBW: The Golden
Scaraba Dome, Scaraba
Strike TV+

1. The Golden Tournament Semi-Finals:
2. The Golden Tournament Semi-Finals:
3. EBW Triple Crown World Championship:
4. The Golden Tournament Finals: TBD vs. TBD

Tommy Dukes: Are we back? Tommy Dukes here, the filling in for his wife guy of Wrestling. She IS right you know? I'm just saying. People bitch about "rights" and shit here, try doing anything over there. Steve, they aren't watching! They don't get Strike TV! I can say whatever I want! What? It airs on a different channel there? It literally is live right now? Oh....well....uh....GOTCHA! No, we totally love Scaraba! Can't wait to go! But hey, we've got some big news for THIS WEEK! A very special Xcite, which will see the WEDDING FOR CHRISTINA ANGEL AND SUBCUL-

Tack Tower

Tack spit his drink at the screen, grabbed Amy's drink and spat it at the screen, grabbed Nani's drink and spat it at the screen, grabbed Makoto's drink and spit it at the screen, grabbed Tracy's drink and spat it at the screen, grabbed Faris's drink and spat it at the screen, grabbed Iroha's drink and stopped...

Tack Angel: Wow, this is really good. What is it?

Iroha: Tea with lemon and honey.

Tack Angel: Delightful. Wait...what was I....OH YEAH! *spits* WHAT'S GOING ON HERE?! WHEN DID THIS HAPPEN!?

Amy: Tack, this has been planned for weeks now. You were there at the family meeting. Subculture buried the hatchet, and said that he found it much easier to get along with the family when he didn't have to travel with you so much.

Faris: To be fair, Tack didn't look to be paying attention.

Tracy: The knucklehead was catatonic! Haha, come on hubby, this is awesome news. Our little girl...who isn't that little compared to us...is getting MARRIED!

Makoto: It's very exciting. She said we could go dress shopping together, get some ice cream, and just have a big girl's day out. She's reaching out.

Iroha: She didn't invite me though.

Nani: Nor will she.

Iroha: Awwww.

Amy: Tack, I thought you would be happy about this. Just a few months ago you couldn't wait to get him into the family.

Tack Angel: Actually...I was overdoing it on purpose. I changed tactics, and tried to freak him out. It was totally working too.

Amy: Love conquers all.

Tack Angel: ...Love can be stupid sometimes.

Amy: You don't mean that.

Tack Angel: No...I guess not. But seriously.....WHY SUBCULTURE!?

Tracy: Tack, you broke the television with all that spitting.

-

The Clash

Tommy Dukes: Tommy Dukes here, and welcome to The Clash! I'm the announcer guy of Wrestling, joined by my wife Nerma. Wait....are you really Nerma?

"Nerma": ....So even YOU can tell now? I MUST be losing my touch.

Tommy Dukes: Huh?

Troian: No, I'm obviously not your wife. I'm way out of your league. I must have slipped up a little in the makeup process. I'm a little PISSED you see! I lost the Women's Championship. I lost it to Hope Mach of all people. The little "Princess" of the Women's Division. What a priviledged life. I've been spending my time learning everything there is to know about everyone, and learning to mimic it, and sometimes, even do it better. Whatever, I can get it back. All I need is a rematch, but I don't GET a rematch do I?! Bullshit! I have to win the Killer Queen Tournament to get a title shot? Fine. But, then I hear Gold thinks SHE is going to win. I hear that I have to open THIS show, and win JUST to get into the tournament?! Heh. It's funny how things work around here. I recently got an offer. I think I'm going to accept it.

Tommy Dukes: What do you mean by that?

Troian: Don't worry about it now. Just watch me kick Iroha's ass!

Tommy Dukes: Seeing her dressed like Nerma....why boner? Why?

Ryan IQ: Whoa! Put that away at work Dukes!

Tommy Dukes: Boss?! What's up!?

Ryan IQ: Well, I'm excited to announce that I sent Trevor Mach a new contract with a larger offer, and it's set to show up anytime now! Hopefully, before the show is over, I can make it official that Trevor Mach is STILL with EBW!

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

EBW: The Clash
Studio B, Saturn City
Strike TV

1. Women's Singles: Troian beat Iroha via TikTak -> Pin
Nerma: Troian, playing this out like Tracy, trying to make it even worse for Iroha! She hits the TikTak! 1-2-3!

Tommy Dukes: Is that really you Nerma?

Nerma: Yes? What's with the boner?

Tommy Dukes: ...Happy to see you?
2. Singles: Mister Twister beat Shark #1 via F5 -> Pin
Tommy Dukes: He just keeps spinning....and spinning....and spinning...and TORNADO DDT from Mister Twister! I'm dizzy. I feel like I'm going to throw up! F5 and the pin! Mister Twister with an impressive debut!
3. Singles: Vjhearson Golvoth beat Stealth Vanyon via Count Out
Nerma: I think...I think he thinks we can't see him still. He's not getting into the ring. The referee is...yep he's counted him out. Why is acting shocked! WE SEE YOU! Bad debut. Absolutely awful. WEARING ALL BLACK DOESN'T MAKE YOU INVISIBLE!
4. EBW Anahauc National Championship: Amigo(c) vs. Los Tiburon ended in a No Contest
Tommy Dukes: Another excellent encounter from our Anahauc National Champion, who is going to be heading to Anahauc for- HEY...WHAT ARE YOU-GET OFF ME!

Kinniku Mike: Haha! Look at that, Amigo is main eventing the studio show. I'm SOOOOO proud. AHAHA!

Jamie OD: Oi! My weaker counterpart retired when he realized what he was up against. I don't think Amigo got the message. Want to give him the beating he deserves?

Kinniku Mike: Are you kidding me? Start that feud again? No, I'm above that. These STRONG TITS are done messing with that wanna be scrub loser.

Jamie OD: So we're NOT going to have their heads kicked in?

Kinniku Mike: Oh, I didn't say that. Go get em fellas! OH! Look at that! We got Umbra out in FORCE! Magnum PT, Eagleland's champ, Hotlanta, and Generator putting the beat down on EBW! This is what you have to offer? We WERE the best of EBW, but we're better off doing our own thing as you can see.

Jamie OD: When we take over, you'll be thanking us.

Ryan IQ: Hey! You guys need to get out of here!

Kinniku Mike: You going to stop us yourself?! Hey, what's that? Mach's contract? Why is it shredded? Is THAT the response?! AHAHA! That guy is sick of you too. You don't stand a chance! Uuuuuu!!!

Ryan IQ: ...Yeah...uuuu....*sigh*...

-

Outside of Zombie U

The Angel Bus pulled up to the arena, with a weary Tack being lead out by the wives...

Amy: Now Tack, today is a special day. You should be happy.

Tack Angel: ....

Makoto: Christina is happy. We need to be supportive!

Tack Angel: ....Why here? Why now? Why Subcu-

Subculture: You keep asking that! If you don't know why by now, you're not going to get it ever! We're doing it here, because Zombies don't eat wedding cake, and we're doing this now because we love each other!

Tack Angel: ...Is your mother going to be here? I hope so...because I want to meet her....and shove you back in!

Amy: TACK!

Tack Angel: I'm sorry, I didn't know where that came from!

Subculture: *sigh* I'm going to take care of your daughter. I'm going to be a good husband to her. You need to trust in that alright? It's the only way you're going to get through this.

Tack Angel: ...

Nerma: Nerma here, and I'm coming up onto the Angel Family, who are going to have a big night tonight! Hey Subculture, you excited about this?

Subculture: You bet I am.

Nerma: How was the bachelor party?

Subculture: Huh....I'm surprised they asked you to interview me about that.

Nerma: Well, I was SUPPOSED to interview Christina, but I think Tommy and I got our assignments mixed up? Anyone seen him?

Tack Angel: ...No, I didn't, but did see a zucchini that looked a lot like a cucumber, and I thought, whoa, that could really mess up dinner.

Nerma: Huh?

Faris: He's still in shock. He can't believe the big day has arrived. He's so happy about it.

Nerma: .....

Faris: Alright, so he's not. I can pretend to be a guy, but I'm not the best liar.

Nerma: Wait what?

Subculture: Look, I was going to ask Trevor to be my best man, but since he's not returning calls...

Tack Angel: Wait, you want ME to be your best-

Subculture: Firebrand X, will you be my best man?

Firebrand X: Well, I did rent a tux.

Amy: Was he on the bus with us?

Subculture: Thank you Firebrand. Should we...uh...chest bump?

Firebrand X: That's unacceptable for me.

Subculture: ...Subtle fist bump?

Firebrand X: ...I can swing that.

Tack Angel: Oh sure...don't ask me.

Subculture: ...Well you see, I was going to ask my....*sigh* future Father in law, if he would be the Reverend for the event.

Tack Angel: Really? You really want that?

Subculture: Christina and I talked about it, and ....yeah we-

Tack Angel: Not a chance. Sorry Christina, NOT SORRY to YOU!

Subculture: Alright...Plan B.

Father Sergio: I will do it, and I will make you proud.

Amy: He was on the bus too? I thought Tiburon was. Oh well. Come on Tack, let's go give away our daughter.

Women's Locker Room

Christina Angel: WHAT ARE YOU DOING IN HERE?!

Tommy Dukes: I GOT THE WRONG ASSIGNMENT!

Back outside of Zombie U

Randy no Kachi: They're here! This is our chance!

LG Rod: We got our shot. We'll win the titles and finally pass on! Let's do this! Randy and Rod!

Randy no Kachi: Rod and Randy! We're both dead, and we think that's dandy!

EBW: Xcite "The Wedding of Subculture and Christina Angel"

The marriage episode opened with the Paradise City set in the ring, as Sal came out with a bunch of lady escorts...as in escorting him to the ring...not the kind you pay extra to get a handy J...

Sal Paradise: Welcome to Paradise City! How you like the ladies fellas....and M's? It's a special night, and I wanted to interview the couple myself....but they said.....well they said no. So then I was like "I'm going to get the scoop on this Trevor Mach situation", so I texted him. The text I got back....well I can't repeat it out loud right now. So, I guess that means-

Swift: It means you get US!

Sal Paradise: Oh....uh oh.

Generator: Yeah, uh oh is right Sally boy. Move over.

Hotlanta: Umbra in the house. Casting our shadow on Paradise City.

Sal Paradise: Are you in a house or a city? Make up your mind on the allegories.

Hotlanta: ....

Sal Paradise: Alright, I'll...uh...let you guys do your thing.

Swift: Don't we just have a pretty picture tonight? A wedding...how sweet. Now, I know what you're all thinking. They're going to interrupt the wedding. They're going to stop them from saying their vows. That cake is doomed! You're thinking that right? We've got more important shit to deal with. Dominating in this ring here, cause that's the shit we do! We've got other plans, ain't that right boys?

Hotlanta: You know it, but we're biding our time. The Hot One and Mr. High Voltage are picking our spots. What about you big guy. What are you planning?

Swift: Well, I've got a bit of a reputation the last couple weeks. They're calling me the "Mach Hunter". Now, we gave Mach a shot to join us, and that offer is still open. I mean, he's not here tonight, cause he's probably sick to death of the EBW bullshit. However, I don't mind the moniker...not one bit. Derek Mach, I took care of him, and tonight....I'm just waiting on-

Dougie Mach: HEY! I have a bone to pick with you asshole!

Swift: There he is. You got the invite.

Dougie Mach: You send pictures of Trevor bloody. You send pictures of Derek laid out. You tell me if I don't show up something might happen to my cousin Heather or Trevor's kid Hope? The hell is your problem?

Swift: I just needed one more Mach to check off the list, and you're the guy.

Dougie Mach: Heh, you know sometimes I hate them all, but they are my family, and that connection is stronger than the bullshit. If you wanted a match, all you had to do was ask.

Swift: I don't ask for shit Dougie! I demand! I demand this ring get cleared out NOW! Let's do this!

EBW: Xcite "The Wedding of Subculture and Christina Angel"
Zombie U, Threed
Strike TV

1. Singles: Swift beat Dougie Mach via POUNCE!
Tommy Dukes: Damn, Dougie is outclassed here. Hotlanta and Generator are laughing from the outside. Despicable! Dougie is in there fighting for his family and-POUNCE! Never mind all that! 1-2-3! Swift with another Mach taken!
2. Women's 3-Team Tag: Murasaki/Ripper Jane[o] beat 21st Century Foxx/Sylvie[x] and Tracy/Nani via Hell Claw -> Submission
Nerma: Nani and Tracy have to have their minds of the wedding later, but they're still battling it out for the right to challenge for the titles held by the Sunset Riders! Wait! Ripper Jane has that Hell Claw locked into Sylvie! She's not wasting time! She's IMMEDIATELY tapping out! Guess she doesn't want her good looks spoiled huh?
3. EBW World Tag Team Championships: Kinniku Mike(c)/Jamie OD(c) beat Randy no Kachi/LG Rod[x] via GTPK -> Pin -> Title Defense!
Tommy Dukes: Not sure HOW they got this title shot, but the Undead Heel Besties are obviously the local favorites. Listen to those place popping zombies. It's mostly moans....it's weird. They're fighting to move on, which technically means we know that the afterlife is a thing, and yet no one ever seems to bring that up. Again...it's weird. Umbra on the offense! OD with the GTPK on Rod! 1-2-3! Titles defended, and the Undead Heel Besties remain in the mortal plane until possibly the next time we come to Threed. I have no idea.
4. Non-Title Singles: Bashin Dan beat Vjhearson Golvoth via Victory Roll -> Pin
Tommy Dukes: Amazing! Dan, our Ace, our Triple Crown World Champion, accepted this match on short notice, but he's really taking it to the big Nord. It's a real Davi-

Nerma: Don't say it. Don't call it a David vs. Goliath anything! It's tired! It's been done! Stop it!

Tommy Dukes: Sorry! We've got Jammer and Johnny Starbound BOTH watching the action. Wait...what was that?

Nerma: What?

Tommy Dukes: Nothing...I thought I just....well I thought I just saw Trevor Mach in the stands, but I can't see him now. Wait, it could've been that guy with the mullet. Hard to say.

Nerma: Can we refocus?

Tommy Dukes: Sorry again! Golvoth has our Champion in the air with the big mit, but Dan's escaping! He's turned it into a Victory Roll?! How did he-1-2-3! He did it! Bashin Dan beat the big man! It was truly David triumphing over Goli-

Nerma: THAT'S IT!

Tommy Dukes: WIFE NO!

After the match...

Tommy Dukes: Dan! It's Tommy, the hiding from his wife guy of Wrestling, and I wanted to talk to you about that match!

Bashin Dan: I'd love to, as it was a great challenge, and I'm better because of it, BUT this isn't my night or my time. I have to get into a tux. Hope is waiting for me. I get to be one of the groomsmen!

Tommy Dukes: Great...that doesn't help me with my problems....but great.

Nerma: HEY!

Tommy Dukes: AH!

Nerma: Guess what?

Tommy Dukes: WHAT?!

Nerma: I love you.

Tommy Dukes: Awwww...

Nerma: See? All better. Let's take it to the ring....but this time...for a wedding!

Wrestlers dressed up for the big occasion, and the ropes were removed from the ring. In mere minutes the center of the arena looked like a chapel. Then, Firebrand X and Bashin Dan joined Subculture as he walked down the aisle. Tack Angel tried to trip him, but Amy put a stop to that. Then, the music played. Christina Angel, made her way to the ring, in a flowing white gown. Tack was immediately taken aback by what he was seeing, and all his anxiety left him. Everyone was smiling, as Christina joined Subculture in the ring.

Father Sergio: Life is a funny thing. We never know what to expect. Who knows when or where we'll find the person we're meant to be with. For some people, they find multiple persons they are supposed to be with. Others, find the person they are supposed to be with, and yet conceive a child with another person, and the other person is totally cool with it. Some....do things the traditional way, but that never seems to be the case in EBW. Still, I see you too together...and it feels right. If you would please exchange your rings, while you give your vows.

Subculture: Christina, I call myself a street dog, because I always had to fight like a dog for anything I wanted. You...you changed that. You changed me. You made me care. You made me realize what is most important in life. You showed me things about myself, I didn't know existed. I'm forever grateful. I love you, and I promise, I'll spend my whole life, trying to repay you, for all you've done for me.

Christina Angel: When I first met you, it was in another time and another life. You were older, and I didn't much care for you to be honest. But, then I came here, and I met the man you are now, and the man you could've been then. I've seen nothing but greatness in you, and you overcame a lot to open up your heart. I mean, you have my Dad staring into you right now, trying to telepathically make you black out. It's alright, he's not psychic....as far as I know. You have my Mom....and the rest....and Iroha who wasn't invited, just waiting to make you a member of this extended and weird family of ours. You have a little version of me sitting over there, and that's just weird if you think about it too much.

Subculture: I always try not to.

Christina Angel: I think Uncle Trevor is here too. I hope he is. In any case, it's a weird family. A crazy life I live. I wouldn't want to share it with anyone but you.

Father Sergio: Subculture, do you take Christina to be your wife?

Subculture: I do.

Father Sergio: Christina, do you take Subculture to be your husband?

Christina Angel: I do.

Father Sergio: If anyone objects to this union, speak now or forever hold your peace.

Christina Angel: Dad, don't even THINK about it!

Tack Angel: *sigh*

Father Sergio: Then, by the power invested in me, I now pronounce you man and wife. You may kiss the bride.

The two kissed, making it official, as the crowd and wrestlers in attendance cheered. A figure in the shadows walked away as confetti rained from the sky. The Angel Family were in the tears, Tack most of all. Suddenly...

w00t: Well well well, that was a lovely ceremony, I must say.

Tack Angel: w00t!

w00t: Tack, I'm STILL waiting on that apology. You lost the match. Fair is fair.

Tack Angel: Not here! Not now!

Amy: I thought you all said you were not going to interrupt the ceremony!

w00t: How kind of you to trust what Swift said. Don't worry, we kept our word. We didn't stop the ceremony, though I bet Tack wishes we did.

Tack Angel: ...A part of me maybe?

w00t: We're here AFTER the ceremony, to cast a shadow over EBW once again. I'd like to introduce our newest members, and get that whole person going into the cake thing out of the way. Introducing-

Suddenly, Troian, Murasaki, and Ripper Jane hit the ring, attacking the ladies. When Subculture tried to pull them off of Christian and Hope, w00t ran in to hit the wKo, knocking him out. Tack came in to try and get involved and ate a wKo as well, knocking him out, surprisingly effectively. The chapel setting was torn apart, with the newest members of Umbra spray painting everything in dark colors. A camera cut to Generator, Hotlanta, and PT up in the rafters, killing the lights above the ring, casting a literal shadow to close out the show.

Tack Tower

It was midnight, as Tack tossed in bed, a shadowy figure reached out to him from the darkness...

?: Tack....hey Tack....

Tack Angel: Zzzzzz....I did it! Zzzz.....I am King of Boobs! Zzzzz....all hail the King of Boobs...Zzz...

?: Oh jeez...hey!

Tack Angel: AH! STAY AWAY FROM THE BOOBS! Huh? Subculture? What are you doing here....uh...so-

Subculture: No, don't even start that shit again. Meet me outside.

Tack Angel: Fine. Go back to sleep wife...wife...wife...wife...wife...wife. Hey how did you get by the AI? Subculture?

Tack followed Subculture to the roof, where he looked out at the night sky.

Tack Angel: Seriously though, how did you do it?

Subculture: I cut the power.

Tack Angel: Of course! Why didn't I think of that! I'm glad you did, truly I am. It was in the process of learning how to make a human body...for...reasons.

Subculture: Yeah I get it, don't elaborate!

Tack Angel: Hey, I don't like it either.

Subculture: I need to know something, and I need to know something right now. What the hell are you doing?

Tack Angel: Huh? I WAS sleeping, but-

Subculture: I'm talking about w00t!

Tack Angel: ...Alright, I get where this going. You're mad. I'm mad too.

Subculture: You? Mad?

Tack Angel: HE HURT MY DAUGHTER! OF COURSE I'M MAD! I'm going to face him at The Golden. We're both in the Tournament.

Subculture: No you're not.

Tack Angel: I'm pretty sure I'm in the Tournament.

Subculture: No, I mean you're not going to face him.

Tack Angel: Pretty sure we're in the same bracket.

Subculture: I mean, I'm going to be facing him FIRST, and I'm going to kill him.

Tack Angel: No, but-

Subculture: *sigh* You're going to switch matches with me. You're going to do this, because you're not at your best, while I am. You're going to do this, because she is MY WIFE!

Tack Angel: ...How did you know I'm not at my best.

Subculture: Remember when you kicked me in head on the day of my wedding?

Tack Angel: We did that off camera! We agreed to keep it to ourselves!

Subculture: You weren't able to knock me out, and you had a clear opening. You're losing your kicking power.

Tack Angel: No, that's not it. The truth is...I need replacement surgery.

Subculture: Replacement surgery? Did you knee give out, or is it your hip?

Tack Angel: No....it's....my big toe.

Subculture: Your big toe?

Tack Angel: Yeah...I kicked too many times with an ingrown toenail. It has to be replaced now.

Subculture: ....The world you live in is devoid of logic.

Tack Angel: You're right, I can't kick at my best right now, but I still want to do what's right for my daughter....which is why I'll switch with you. Knock that guy out for us alright?

Subculture: ...Thanks.

-

EBW: Brave "Golden Week Day 2"

Tommy Dukes: Tommy Dukes here, the doesn't know how to play Battle Spirits guy of Wrestling, and we're smack dab in the middle of Battle Spirits central in Saturn City, a card game that I don't believe existed in the world until Bashin Dan showed up out of nowhere. It's really questionable really, I-

?: Excuse me, I'm looking for Bashin Dan.

Tommy Dukes: Huh?

A young man with a dark tan and blonde hair straightened his tie, as his tipped his captain's hat? and approached Tommy.

Tommy Dukes: Uh...a lot of people are. He's a really popular guy. Ace of the Promotion and all. Do you have a ticket?

?: Please. I don't need a ticket. We're old friends. *wink*

Tommy Dukes: So I'm just letting him through? I guess I'm just letting him through. WHERE IS SECURITY!?

Bashin Dan's VIP Battle Spirits Room

The Triple Crown World Champion was busy trying to teach the Dan Club more about his favorite game.

Bashin Dan: I'm really having trouble figuring out why you can't get this. You turn the card to show that it's activated and-

Cade: Look, I don't get it, and I'm never going to get it!

Bashin Dan: You seem upset.

Cade: That's because I am! Everyone else is getting stuff done, and making big moves. You've got Vape forming the "RagnaRockers" with Golvoth!

Bashin Dan: I know, it's the coolest name ever. Wish I had thought of it.

Cade: Benjamin had gold.

Benjamin: HAD being the key word. Now I have my arm in this sling thing.

Cade: Which is exactly why I'm in the main event instead of you. I promised myself I'd forge a path that made my mentor proud. This isn't that.

Bashin Dan: If you learn the strategy behind this game, and develop the never give up attitude involved, I promise you'll be better off in the wrestling ring too..

Cade: ...I'm not sure that makes sense, but you ARE the Triple Crown World Champion, so you must have the right idea. Alright, please keep teaching me.

Jammer: ....HELLO! You brought up everyone but me just now! I won the E1! I won the World Championship! I was in the main event of Victory Explosion!

Cade: ....Yeah, but I'm still mad at you for being a prick.

Jammer: THAT...is fair.

Hope Mach: *knock knock* Hey Dan, do you have a minute?

Bashin Dan: For you? I have all the time in the world...except that the show is starting soon.

Hope Mach: Oh totally. I just wanted to say good luck.

Bashin Dan: Oh yeah?

Hope Mach: Well...maybe I just wanted to see you. Also this...

Hope planted a kiss on Bashin Dan.

Bashin Dan: Whoa! That's a big step up from holding hands!

Hope Mach: Hehe, I like it when you pretend to be a prude like Uncle Tack.

Bashin Dan: Yes....pretend. Good luck to you too tonight Hope.

Hope Mach: I appreciate you letting me have a match on your show.

Bashin Dan: You're the Women's World Champion. You deserve it. Plus, I just wanted to see YOU. Also th-

?: There you are Dan. I finally found you. I knew you were still alive.

Bashin Dan: Clackey!?

EBW: Brave "Golden Week Day 2"
Battle Spirits Dojo, Saturn City
Strike TV+

1. Non-Title Tag: Vape/Golvoth beat Kinniku Mike/Jamie OD via DQ
Tommy Dukes: Had to see this coming. The World Tag Champions were NOT going to give the new team of the RagnaRockers a chance to embarrass them. Busting out the weapons and ending the match in a DQ. Dan wanted to give his friends a chance to show off, but inviting any of EBW: Dark might have been a mistake. They are spray painting all of his poster black! That's just rude man! Rude!
2. Women's Non-Title Singles: Hope Mach beat Makoto Angel via Olympic Slam -> Ankle Lock -> Submission
Nerma: Best showing from Makoto Angel yet, as she seems to have been learning from the other Angels. Definitely the most athletic of the group. Oh, but that high kick was a bad idea, Hope catches the leg for the take down. She's all over her now. Tack on the outside, wanting to root for his wife, but doesn't want to disparage Hope. What an awkward fella. OLYMPIC SLAM! The Ankle Lock! Makoto can't reach the ropes, but wow is she trying! She finally has to submit. The Women's World Champion with the win. Great match!
3. 6-Man Tag: Bashin Dan[o]/Jammer/Cade beat Tack Angel[x]/Firebrand X/Subculture via Roll Up -> Pin
Tommy Dukes: A true test here, as the Elite 4 minus 1 want to go out on a high note. That weird blonde guy I ran into earlier is on the outside cheering for Dan Club. I think...wait...is that w00t? It's w00t AND Swift. They are up in the cheap seats watching on. Too much stuff to process. My ADD is killing me! Tack with a high kick on the Champ, but he's grabbing at his foot! He didn't hit all of it! Dan recovered! The Roll Up! 1-2-3! They did it! Dan Club beat Elite 4 minus 1! Subculture doesn't look to happy about Tack's injured foot. Screaming something about his "damn toe"? Firebrand X...seems cool with it either way. I can NOT get a read on that guy!

-

EBW: Killer Queen Tournament "Golden Week Day 3"

Nerma: Nerma here! Golden Week Continues! It's Ladies Night, because The Clash has been taken over by the annual Killer Queen Tournament! The winner gets a cash prize, the prestige, and whatever they want, be it World Championship or Television Championship in the case of a few who are looking to make this a personal mission. It's a big night for the women's division, that has forged ahead through years of hardship. Truly, the struggle to rise above the challenges has been great, but these women have been greater. Furthermore, I think....Tack, what are you doing? Are you lurking?

Tack Angel: No...I'm standing silently in the shadows...alright, let's go with lurking.

Nerma: Why are you lurking?

Tack Angel: I want to stand by and watch my wives, and keep an eye out for w00t.

Nerma: Interesting...what is Stealth Vanyon doing beside you?

Tack Angel: Huh? No one is beside-

Stealth Vanyon: Hi.

Tack Angel: AAAAHHHH!!!

Nerma: How did you not see him?

Christina Angel: Dad, if I may, this is Ladies Night. Try to minimize the shenanigans.

Tack Angel Yes daughter....I just love them SO MUCH!

Hope Mach: The Women's World Champion and the Women's Television Champion. A new generation of Mach and Angel, but we've forged our own paths, and we're on top of our game. This tournament will see the best of the best duke it out, and we'll be watching and waiting for the whoever comes at us for The Golden!

Christina Angel: And THAT is why we keep the shenanigans to a minimum tonight. If w00t shows up, I will deal with him MYSELF, but EBW: Dark isn't just about the men. Troian, Murasaki, and Ripper Jane. If they want in on this, come get some.

Tack Angel: Within reason! Be careful daughter.

Stealth Vanyon: They grow up fast don't they?

Tack Angel: She's married now! I can't believe it! I-

Christina Angel: DAD! PLEASE!



Nerma: Let's take it to the ring.

EBW: Killer Queen Tournament "Golden Week Day 3"
Studio B, Saturn City
Strike TV

1. Killer Queen Tournament Rd. 1: Gold beat Sylvie via Golden Opportunity (Fisherman Buster) -> Pin
2. Killer Queen Tournament Rd. 1: Nani Angel beat 21st Century Foxx via Sharpshooter -> Submission
3. Killer Queen Tournament Rd. 1: Valarie Dorado beat Tracy Angel via Cross Armbreaker -> Referee Stoppage
4. Killer Queen Tournament Rd. 1: Troian beat Faris Angel via Top Rope Elbow -> Pin
5. Women's Non-Title Tag: Murasaki/Ripper Jane[o] beat Lainey Strong[x]/Calamity Jane via Hell Claw -> Submission
6. Killer Queen Tournament Semi-Finals: Gold beat Nani Angel via Golden Opportunity -> Pin
7. Killer Queen Tournament Semi-Finals: Troian beat Valarie Dorado via DQ
Nerma: Bad blood here, with EBW: Dark and Elevation, but I didn't expect Valarie would lose her composure and batter Troian with that chair. DQ win for Troian.
8. Killer Queen Tournament Finals: Gold vs. Troian ended in a Time Limit Draw
Nerma: Incredible! Gold has taken out two women with the new Golden Opportunity tonight, but Troian managed to get the foot on the ropes. I don't even see EBW: Dark anywhere. Was that actually clean? I'm just...surprised I guess. Wait...the bell? Time limit draw?! It's the Tournament Final! How can they BOTH be the Killer Queen for the year?!  What does this mean?

Gold: I need more time! Give us more time!

Troian: Something we can agree on! It can't end like this!

Noah Jennings: Whoa ladies! Calm down! Do you know who I am? I'm the guy that is going to settle this, since I can't find Ryan IQ anywhere. Rules are rules, and this is what's going to happen. SUDDEN DEATH!

Nerma: Wow! A great decision from Noah Jennings?! I'm SHOCKED! Absolutely SHOCKED!

8b. Killer Queen Tournament Finals: Gold vs. Troian ended in a No Contest
Nerma: OH FOR CRYING OUT LOUD! Elevation attacking Troian! Here comes EBW: Dark, AND the World Champion Hope Mach and TV Champ Christina Angel?! They are all fighting it out! What is going on here!?

Noah Jennings: HEY! Dammit! We needed a winner! Listen, what are we-

Christina Angel: Give me TROIAN!

Noah Jennings: What?

Christina Angel: Troian is EBW: Dark, and I'm too thrilled with EBW: Dark. Just give me Troian!

Hope Mach: Which means Gold will be all mine.

Gold: Eh?

Hope Mach: You want the World Championship. You made history with the TV Title win, but you know you want the World Championship deep down. A fresh, new match for me. You got the shot.

Noah Jennings: Great! Uh....continue brawling I guess.

The show ended with the women in the ring continuing to battle it out.

-

Sal Paradise: I'm Sal Paradise, and this IS PARADISE CITY! It's a special edition, as I am live in Saturn City, introducing you to the pre-taped edition of The Golden! Why pre-taped? I know you're not used to that, but EBW traveled to the "NOT AT ALL CONTROVERSIAL" Scaraba for a multi-million dollar pay day! The Golden Tournament! I didn't go along because quite frankly fuck Scaraba. Oh, I can go ahead and say this, since the check already cleared, and the crew is on the way back home. We had women's matches they didn't want, and I'm pretty sure a crucifix or two. All the really annoying stuff to them. See, we believe in free speech. Freedom is the right of all sentient beings, you people don't have that over there. We got that here in Eagleland! We have freedom, AND free speech....unless you have unpopular opinions on Facebook....then you might as well live in Scaraba. I'm just grateful to be here, in golld ol' Eagleland, where I can enjoy the company of these gorgeous cuties in bikinis. Notice no burkas? Yeah, this is totally the way it should be.

Bikini Girl: Can we go now? I have school in the morning.

Sal Paradise: *cough cough* SHE'S TALKING ABOUT COLLEGE! IT'S COLLEGE! CUT TO THE SHOW!

EBW: The Golden

EBW: The Golden
Scaraba Dome, Scaraba
Strike TV+

1. The Golden Tournament Rd.1: Swift beat Firebrand X via POUNCE -> Pin
2. The Golden Tournament Rd.1: Tack Angel beat Magnum PT via Angel Driver -> Pin
3. EBW Women's Television Championship: Troian beat Christina Angel(c) via Olympic Slam x Ankle Lock -> Referee Stoppage -> NEW Women's Television Champion!
Nerma: Boy the crowd is booing this match, but they can suck it! Women are wrestlers and kick ass! Yeah ladies, cheer them on, but maybe not too loudly...I don't want to be responsible for a beheading in this "glorious, tolerant" country. Troian matching Christina's moves, trying to annoy her. Murasaki and Ripper Jane on the outside, trying to get involved, but Tracy, Nani, Makoto, and Faris are here to help. Iroha tried to help too, but Christina demanded she be lead to the back. Christina with the Angel Driver, but Troian escaped! She hit an Olympic Slam! She's copying Hope now! Copying the World Champ! She's got her in the Ankle Lock! Fight it Christina! Fight it! Christina grabbing the ropes, but Ripper Jane took her hand off! Ref didn't see it! No! Mo, you didn't see it?! Damn! Christina is still fighting! She's not giving up! She doesn't want to give another title to EBW: Dark! Not another win for the nefarious Troian! She's blacking out! Fight it Christina! Damn! Mo is calling the match. She's trying to save Christina's ankle. I understand that. I just can't believe it. Troian, the former Women's World Champion had gold again. More gold for EBW: Dark too.
4. The Golden Tournament Rd.1: w00t beat Subculture via wKo -> Pin
Tommy Dukes: Subculture is landing some of those hurting bombs, but w00t has the foresight to stay out of his punching range. w00t is pissed, he's losing control. A big KO Punch, but w00t dodged it and HIT THE WKO! Subculture is out cold! w00t isn't kidding when he says the wKo is blacking out opponents. 1-2-3! w00t wins, and advances, but Tack Angel is standing in his way, and he's looking determined right now.
5. The Golden Tournament Rd.1: Amigo beat Camilo Ortega via DQ
Tommy Dukes: The first ever Inter-National Champion is soaking in the boos, almost using them as fuel in this grappling contest against Amigo. A rematch from the decision bout for the title, Amigo is making sure to keep Ortega off his feet to avoid the Judo throws and STO. Wait...what's going on here? Camilo is backing off. Is he saying he's done? He's leaving the ring. HERE COMES KINNIKU MIKE AND JAMIE OD! The World Tag Team Champions! They are on the attack! The ref is calling the match, giving it to Amigo, but what's going on here?!
6. EBW Women's World Championship: Hope Mach(c) beat Gold via Olympic Slam -> Pin -> Title Defense!
Nerma: Another boo session for the REPRESSED ASSHOLES...in this wonderful country. Gold, who normally wears something akin to a burka, even made sure to take that off before the match, just to piss them off. HAHA! Great encounter, and no EBW: Dark involvement....so far. Everyone keep a lookout! I'm just saying. I don't want to jinx a World Championship match. Gold with the Golden Opportunity, but Hope escaped! She's countered! Olympic Slam! Gold is scrambling back to her feet! ANOTHER OLYMPIC SLAM! The pin! Hope Mach retains!
7. The Golden Tournament Semi-Finals: Swift beat Amigo via POUNCE -> Pin
Tommy Dukes: Amigo was heavily battered in his DQ win earlier. This must have been the plan. Swift is making easy work of him, but he's refusing to quit. HE DODGED THE POUNCE! HE HIT THE SIDE SUPLEX! EXPLODER SUPLEX! HE'S GOING FOR THE OLYMPIC SL-NO! HE CAN'T LIFT HIM ANYMORE! Swift pushing him into the ropes! Swift with the POUNCE! 1-2-3! Swift advances to the finals!
8. The Golden Tournament Semi-Finals: Tack Angel vs. w00t went ended in a No Contest
Tommy Dukes: BLISTERING KICKS from Tack, but it seems like he can't only kick so much! He's reeling! He's in pain, but you can tell he's taking this as seriously as a heart attack! He's doing this for his daughter! w00t is firing back, trying to antagonize! Neither man is listening to the ref! He's going to throw it out! Tack, listen to reason! He's throwing it out! A No Contest! What does this mean for the main event?! Here comes Noah Jennings.

Noah Jennings: THAT is not what the people came to see. That's not what they signed the check for. They want to see a definitive end and-

Ryan IQ: And they will! Thank you Noah, but I'll take it from here.

Noah Jennings: Where have you been?! I had to run this thing without you for a week now!

Ryan IQ: And you did great, but I had things I had to deal with myself. When you know who handed over the reigns he tied us up with a board of directors, and I had a lot to go over with them, but I've made up my mind on several big subjects, and one of them, is settling this main event! It's too big to just let it end like this! This is The Golden, and I want a main event worthy of it! That is why the Tournament will continue, and it will be Tack Angel versus Swift versus w00t!

Noah Jennings: What?! That doesn't make any sense! Two of those guys are EBW: Dark!

Ryan IQ: And maybe, JUST MAYBE, the lure of the Tournament will bring the best out of them all. Besides, do you really care Noah? You're the one that tried joining them remember?

Noah Jennings: .....

Ryan IQ: You wanted to turn your back on EBW, like you ALWAYS do, like you always HAVE DONE! Didn't you? Didn't you Noah?

Noah Jennings: ...I...I know who I am.

Ryan IQ: Do you? Well do your job! This is what is happening, and WE ARE HAVING THIS MATCH!, but first, let's decide the Triple Crown World Championship in a LADDER MATCH! Bring em out!
9. EBW Triple Crown World Championship Ladder: Bashin Dan(c) beat Jammer, and Johnny Starbound via Title Grab -> Title Defense!
Tommy Dukes: Incredible action from the best youth in Wrestling, and our Ace showing off on a World Stage! Jammer and Dan, now Dan and Starbound! Back and forth and back and forth action! Starbound flipping off the ladder onto the battling rivals! He's climbing the ladder! Dan is climbing the other side! Jammer is trying to climb it from the side! This is crazy! They're all reaching up for the belts, dangling off them, but who is going to have that extra reach! Starbound falls! It's up to Dan and Jammer! They are fighting back and forth, but STARBOUND PULLS DOWN JAMMER?! BASHIN DAN GRABS THE TITLES! The ACE defends, but Starbound may have caused the downfall of Jammer! We don't know if he would have won or not! Regardless, Bashin Dan put in the performance of a life time, and the results paid off!
10. The Golden Tournament Finals: Swift beat Tack Angel[x] and w00t via POUNCE x Blackhammer -> Pin -> The Golden Tournament Winner!
Tommy Dukes: Tack Angel is in the fight of his life, plain and simple. In no way are w00t and Swift fighting each other. They are going after the Star Prince hard, stomping that injured foot, and making a mockery of this whole thing. Don't give up TACK! wKo from w00t! He's picking up Tack, and inviting Swift to hit the....THERE IT IS! THE POUNCE! Who is going for the pin? Swift looks rabid angry he wants to POUNCE again! I think that decided it, w00t is encouraging him! POUNCE! 1-2-3! Swift wins it! Dammit! EBW: Dark have won The Golden Tournament!

??? - Scaraba

A lone figure walked away from the brightly lit Scaraba Dome, and into the desert. The next day, he was still walking, covering his face from the harsh wind, heat, and sand, with a cloak over his face. He found a spot to sit on top of a cliff side, over looking an ocean of sand. As he took a sip from his canteen, he found himself out of water. Suddenly, a hand reached down towards him, with a canteen full of water.

Hashim Al-Singh: You look like you could use some water, my old friend.

?: ...

Hashim Al-Singh: I wondered if I would see you when they all showed up. I heard you were no longer with them, but I figured you would at least keep an eye out on your daughter. I heard you recently had a son. My congratulations.

?: ...

Hashim Al-Singh: An unorthodox method of having another child, but this world is more and more unorthodox isn't it? I spend my time here, fighting for reason and a peaceful faith to prevail, but it just gets more chaotic. It never ends. We fight, and we fight, and we live by our codes, but the world just keeps getting crazier around us, yet they think WE are the crazy ones. Sound right to you?

?: ...

Hashim Al-Singh: You're usually the talker aren't you? Always having something to say? I feel you didn't come here for that though did you? You came to listen? Well, I'm afraid we're stuck in a similar situation. Two different wars though. I guess we have to choose if we'll be a solider, and play our part. Maybe we leave it behind altogether? Or maybe...we forge our own paths. What will you do?

?: ...

-

Tack Tower

Degrees was allowed into the Tower by the AI, on the grounds that it would help Tack, but warned Degrees that failure to do so would lead to his death. After a short check up...

Degrees: Well Tack...

Tack Angel: Tell me how bad it is. Tell me what I have to do! I need to get back in the ring, and I need to kick w00t's stupid....BUTT!

Degrees: Well actually-

Tack Angel: It's bad isn't it? I don't care what it takes! I WILL RECOVER! I will be stronger than ever! I will beat him, no matter WHA-

Degrees: You're going to be fine.

Tack Angel: I-...what?

Degrees: This isn't that bad. I can handle this.

Tack Angel: I'm sure it will take hours of surgery.

Degrees: Maybe one hour tops actually. It's just a toe replacement. It's not hard to find a toe. It's not hard to replace a toe. Easiest thing I can do really. I might try it blindfolded.

Tack Angel: ...I'd really rather you didn't. So...do I need to head to the hospital?

Degrees: No, I can do this here.

Tack Angel: You have a toe?

Degrees: I have a few of them....in a cooler...I won't elaborate...but I'll let you pick!

Tack Angel: Something that lets me kick harder?

Degrees: A soccer player's toe then? I actually have that! I'll be right back!

Tack Angel: Uh...is it going to be a long down time at least?

Degrees: 2 Weeks tops! Be right back!

Tack Angel: *sigh* Well...I guess that's great then....awesome. AI...are you watching me right now?

EMI: I am always here.

Tack Angel: Wonderful...wonderful.

Strike TV Wrestling Update!

Tommy Dukes: Tommy Dukes here in the -

The video cut out to a shot of a dark room. Several figures were moving in the darkness...

Swift: Tick tock....tick tock...tick mother fucking tock....time is running out EBW. The King is here to claim his Kingdom.

w00t: Who didn't see it coming? We took the Golden, and we made it "Dark". Of course Swift was going to win it. That was the plan.

Hotlanta: I say we all congratulate Swift.

Generator: Look what stood in your way. We had....well....a bunch of no names! HAHA! You swept up the trash, and took it out where it belongs.

w00t: Heya Tack, how's the foot? How about everything else? You see, whenever you have a plan, I have already countered it. You wanted a piece of me. You sent your new Son-in-Law after me first, and that didn't work. I put him to sleep, just like I said I would. I pushed your buttons, just like I said I would, and THAT made you act out, which lead to the main event, and Swift's win.

Swift: I would've beaten you anyways, and you can come find me when you get your ass off your couch. Just like old times right? We're "old friends". I beat another "old friend" and he hasn't been seen since. At least he gave a damn. You? If it's an inconvenience, you wouldn't show.

w00t: You AT LEAST used to "play the objective". Now, all you care about is playing make believe with your "family". I thought breaking the "Crystal" Kingdom would knock some sense into you. I guess I was wrong.

Magnum PT: Yeah, you beat me Tack, BUT I know you hurt yourself worse when you kicked me in the head. See? I still have the bruise shaped like your foot. Worthy sacrifice. It's what Real Eaglelanders do, and and not turn coat traitors, that would rather make their own little "Kingdom".

Camilo Ortega: I have many lessons to teach, on an "Inter-National" scale. Winning the Golden, was not necessary this year. The plan, was more important.

w00t: See, we all have a goal right now, and that's taking over, and we're getting closer than you think.

Kinniku Mike: Uuuuuu!!!

Jamie OD: Oi! Exactly! We're let loose, to do the damage that needs to be done, not just because we have to, but because....we definitely WANT TO!

Troian: It wasn't just Golden for the boys last night. Check out this beauty. It goes great with the Trios Championships I think. Elevation WISH they could change the game like us. But let's put it this way, you WERE successful again...for a few weeks at least. I thought about mimicking each and every one of you at one point, but you know....it just wasn't worth the time and effort.

w00t: Wow, look at all this gold. We're just getting started...right Swift?

Swift: Tick tock....tick tock...tick tock...Dan. Heh.

It cut back to Tommy Dukes from there...

Tommy Dukes: And THAT is why you should NEVER do that to the hot tub jets. Anyways, we'll see you back in Saturn City for Xcite!

EBW: Xcite
Renegade Arena, Saturn City
Strike TV

1. EBW Inter-National #1 Contender Battle Royale: Cade vs. Magnum PT vs. Mister Twister vs. Benjamin vs. Stealth Vanyon vs. Flying Man vs. Kota Hayashi vs. Amigo vs. Firebrand X vs. ?
2. No Rules Singles: Jammer vs. Johnny Starbound

+ More Obviously. No, I'm totally kidding, that's the whole card. Get serious.

-

EBW: Xcite

The show opened with Ryan IQ in the ring with Noah Jennings, surrounded by a bunch of booing fans.

Ryan IQ: Alright. Alright! So, I'm guessing you all saw The Golden huh? Well, get it out of your systems. Let me have it. I guess I made a bad call huh? I guess I really screwed up. I thought the allure of the win would have been enough. I wanted to test the loyalty of those guys, and I'm honestly surprised they never once turned on each other. I think more than anything, we all should be proud of Tack Angel, who fought the good fight while injured, for as long as he did. We saw that spark of the Tack Angel that ran this place for years. We really saw something. But, I made a mistake I suppose, and now Swift is the #1 Contender for the EBW Triple Crown World Championship. I have good news though. The good news is, we have Bashin Dan as our Champion. He fought tooth and nail to retain the title belts in Scaraba, and he's got the heart and determination to make this a title fight worth seeing. Now, if you don't mind we have a show to get to so-




Ryan IQ: WHOA! What the hell was-




The crowd went wild, as Ness made his way to the ring, staring straight into Ryan IQ. IQ and Jennings backed up and Ness soaked in the roar of the crowd. He looked to be in the best shape of his life.

Ryan IQ: Ness?! What are you doing here?

Ness: ....(You know why I'm here)

Ryan IQ: I do? What are you talking about?

Ness: ....(Don't play games IQ. EBW is in trouble. The very heart of it is being cut out, by dangerous men and women, wanting to do things their own way, and you are LETTING IT HAPPEN!)

Ryan IQ: Hey! No need to yell! I don't know what you're talking about!

Noah Jennings: How are we making sense of this?

Ness: ....(You know exactly what I'm talking about, because you recruited me to join them.)

Noah Jennings: You what?!

Ryan IQ: Ness is crazy! He's fired up about something! I don't know what he's talking about though!

Ness: ....(I refused, and he threatened my family when I did. My wife...my NEWBORN BABY GIRL! You threatened them.)

Noah Jennings: What the hell Ryan?!

Ryan IQ: Heh...well damn Ness...you show up here and ruin the surprise.

Noah Jennings: Surprise? Wha-

Swift: SURPRISE!

Noah Jennings: AH!

Swift POUNCED Noah Jennings, as the rest of EBW: Dark entered the ring and attacked Noah and Ness. Amigo, Los Tiburon, and Subculture ran down to pull them out of the ring.

Ryan IQ: Well look at that. I guess you guys CAN work together. Could have fooled me, the way you've been letting EBW: Dark walk right over you!

w00t: To take over, you have to have some legality when making you claim. Of course we didn't pull the trigger ourselves. Ryan IQ helped with that.

Ryan IQ: Well after everything that has happened, and the disappointment my predecessor turned out to be, I know this time I was going to do things MY WAY! It's funny how wrestling works. We could be in blood feuds for months of even years, and yet somehow we try to forgive and forget when the time comes that "hey I want to be cheered again". Well I don't forgive...and I don't forget. I remember who SHOULD HAVE BEEN AT THE TOP! I should have been in control with the people I wanted in my promotion, making money together, painting the world in our colors, doing our thing!  Instead, I was made a fool, so I played my part, trying to "redeem myself", but it got me nowhere. I decided it was time to do things the Ryan IQ way once again. Right the wrongs of the past, and make the EBW that SHOULD HAVE BEEN! REAL RENEGADES! REAL TRAILBLAZERS! REAL MEN AND WOMEN WHO REALIZED HOW CUT THROAT THIS SPORT IS! Not guys like Tack Angel. Certainly not guys like Ness, who let the next generation overshadow his legacy within a YEAR! Yes, I am the man with power behind EBW: Dark. I'm the inside guy. But, I don't make the orders myself, I'm just a happy partner of outstanding gentlemen like w00t, the Genius, and Swift, the future Triple Crown World Champion.

w00t: Wait...wait, I hate to interrupt, but I think I see an old friend up on the stands. Look over there!

The crowd went crazy when they looked back to the cheap seats to see a man with long brown hair and a beard, a bandana around his neck, and a ballcap obscuring most of appearance, but who it was was quite clear.

w00t: Trevor Mach. We were starting to wonder if you were dead man.

Ryan IQ: If you resigned your contract, you would have had the money to get better seats. OR you could have just asked. See, I don't really have much of a problem with you anymore. Sure, it took me a long time....dealing with losing Lady M's....to you...but I got over that. I got stronger because of it. I even got smarter. I eventually realized that a guy like you, would be perfect for what we're trying to do. So I wanted to bury the hatchet, because the mission here, oh boy, it's so much more important.

w00t: I understand you Mach. You're filled with darkness. You want to do bad things, that's why you called yourself the "Bad Man". You normally worked to do "good" instead, because it was either expected of you, or you wanted to subvert expectations, but what fun is that? Go with the flow right? Maybe we were wrong about you. You're just like us, but you found yourself better opportunities, cause you were better and fighting your instincts. You played the part better. You pretended to be as weak as them. In reality, you hate their guts. You hate people. You hate society. I know for a fact you hate anyone who cites the current year as a reason to justify anything! Hell, that annoys me too. Maybe it's time for us all to bury the hatchet. Maybe it's time for a fresh start. You join us, and we're bonded. We'll do it together. We won't even try to get in your way when you want that success again. That money, that fame, that power. We'll root for you, cause a win for one of us....is a win for all of us. What do you say?

Trevor Mach: ....

Ryan IQ: You're not Ness Trevor, we can't understand your silence nearly as well. Hey, if you want to sit up there and think about it, then go ahead, but I have some matches in mind that might help us figure where you stand. We are opening this show with Jamie OD, one half of THE World Tag Team Champions, as he takes on Los Tiburon, since he wanted to get involved in our affairs. Plus, I think you know Tiburon better than you want to let on. You don't need to "confess" if that's true or not. You can sit and watch. I'm sure when the Hooligan is done with him, we can have Father Sergio give the last rites....or not.

EBW: Xcite
Renegade Arena, Saturn City
Strike TV

1. No Rules Singles: Jamie OD beat Los Tiburon via GTPK -> Pin
Tommy Dukes: I still can't believe this! This is outrageous! I don't condone what Ryan IQ ha-

Ryan IQ: Has what Tommy? Tell me. What's the problem.

Tommy Dukes: ....

Ryan IQ: You're speechless too? Just like that idiot Ness. The "OG" trying to come back to "save the day". Let's focus on the match shall we? I can only "air quote" so many times. Tiburon, a great talent, and a great athlete, but I don't think his personal views would mesh too well with us. Oh well....help OD out fellas.

Tommy Dukes: What?! NO! PT attacking from behind! Kinniku Mike in there too! No!

Ryan IQ: By the way, Kinniku Mike WILL be in the main event tonight against Amigo, since again, Amigo felt the need to get involved tonight. This is No Rules Ref. Please continue.

Tommy Dukes: Dammit! That is NOT fair!

Ryan IQ: Trevor Mach can come down and help if he wants. I thought I made that clear. Does he look like he's moving to you?

Tommy Dukes: No....no he's not moving.

Ryan IQ: GTPK! 1-2-3! That's a win for EBW: Dark, thanks to Jamie OD! Huh...I wonder though...what if stirred the pot a little more. I want to know what he's thinking. Attention everyone! The NEXT MATCH will see Subculture vs. Magnum PT! It's also No Rules.
2. No Rules Singles: Magnum PT beat Subculture via Mustache Ride -> Pin
Tommy Dukes: More of the same in this match. I can talk more crap now that Ryan left. I think this is despicable. What's going to happen to EBW, if EBW: Dark is in charge!? Is that what this is? Are we under their thumb now? Wait...I'm hearing something in my headset. What Steve? They aren't? The Board? We're doing that gimmick? Oh, it's real?! Sweet! Wait, EBW: Dark are attacking again. Wait, Mach is getting up! He's coming closer to the ring....but he stopped. Don't stop! Trevor come back! He's leaving! DAMMIT NO! Subculture is being fed to the wolves. He's eating the Mustache Ride and the damn pin. Another one stolen.
3. EBW Trios Championship: Troian(c)/Ripper Jane(c)/Murasaki(c)[o] beat  Erica/21st Century Foxx/Sylvie, and Tracy/Nani/Iroha[x] via Violet Frosion -> Pin -> Title Defense!
Nerma: This match is OUT OF CONTROL! Three teams, and none of them much care for each other here. The Angels are the team the crowd wants to win, but at this point, we'll take Elevation too. Why not? Anything but more winning for EBW: Dark. Iroha eats a big drop kick from Murasaki. She's lifting the prone Iroha for the Violet Frosion! 1-2-3! I jinxed it again!
4. EBW Inter-National #1 Contender Battle Royale: Cade vs. Magnum PT vs. Mister Twister vs. Benjamin vs. Stealth Vanyon vs. Flying Man vs. Kota Hayashi vs. El Mago vs. Firebrand X vs. ?
Winner: ? aka Hashim Al-Singh
Tommy Dukes: Unpredictable from start to finish. You'll recall how the match started, with everyone teaming up to throw Kota Hayashi out of the match. Then Amigo was replaced with El Mago per orders from Ryan IQ. Now you have PT eliminating himself to take out Firebrand X. We're left with Benjamin, Mister Twister, and the masked wrestler. Who is that guy. All I know is that he just signed a contract. Twister and Benjamin are attacking the masked wrestler, but he ducked, and they both go over! The masked wrestler won, but who is-IT'S HASHIM AL-SINGH! HE'S BACK! The man from Scaraba must have hitched a ride back with us! He's the #1 Contender to the new Inter-National Championship, and it will be a true Inter-National battle.
5. No Rules Singles: Johnny Starbound beat Jammer via 450 Splash -> Pin
Tommy Dukes: Jammer obviously blamed Johnny Starbound for what happened. I can't blame him. We don't know if he would have won, but Starbound made that decision for him, and now he's really going to work on him. Another No Rules match, and they are both very aware of that ruling. Ouch! Snap suplex onto that folded out chair! That had to hurt both of them! Jammer going for the Slam Jam onto the chair! Jammer rolled out of the way! HOLY SHIT! Jammer hit his neck badly! That looked horrific! Why aren't we stopping this match?! Starbound NO! 450 Splash! 1-2-3! Johnny Starbound with the win, but is Jammer alright? Here comes the Dan Club! Bashin Dan was given the night off, but we should have known the Triple Crown World Champion would still be here. He's trying to help Jammer up. The EMTs are asking him to let them place him on the board. The Dan Club is leaving with Jammer. All of them with him, a show of solidarity. I hope he's alright. That Starbound is a dick.
6. Singles: Amigo beat Kinniku Mike via DQ
Tommy Dukes: Well gee, who didn't see this coming. Amigo gets the win I GUESS, but he won't be conscious to enjoy it, as his old partners Mike and OD keep up the beating. Wait, it's NESS! Ness is back again! He's running off Mike and OD with THE GUTSY BAT! They don't want to mess with Ness...heh...that rhymed. Ness helping up Amigo, the veteran of EBW, I think he's here to rally the company, bring us all together, is it too late with Ryan IQ in a position of power? I heard from Steve The Board have something to say about this. I guess we'll find out next week!

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EBW: The Clash

Tommy Dukes: Tommy Dukes here, the surprised to still have a job guys of Wrestling. I thought after the reveal that Ryan IQ was with EBW: Dark, I would have lost my job for sure. I'm certainly not a member of this group, so what gives? Well, I've been told we'll find out more on Xcite, as we unravel more about "The Board" that controls EBW behind the scenes. "Powers that Be"? Nah, it's been done before. What am I saying, it's all a rerun, but I'm getting ahead of myself here. We have a very special installment of The Clash tonight, because we're going to have a sit down confrontation with the EBW Inter-National Champion Camilo Ortega, and his upcoming challenger, the returning Hashim Al-Singh. It could get tense, given....well several various topics that might come up. Might not be a laugh riot, but it could be insightful, and there are just some things you can't put a price on.....like Pineapples....you ever try to put a price tag on one of those? Doesn't work!

A table was placed in the ring, with some side featuring the EBW logo, and the other side featuring a darker version of the same logo.

Nerma: Well, this is interesting. We have a table in the ring, it's been here for a few minutes, and no one has gone through it. I'm here with EBW Inter-National Champion Camilo Ortega, who successfully claimed all the National Championships during Golden Week....by joining EBW: Dark...but still...grats...or whatever.

Camilo Ortega: The methods have to be severe to get the lessons across

Nerma: Oh yeah, more of that cryptic stuff. Sure. On the other side of the table, we have Hashin Al-Singh. Hashim, welcome back to EBW. You ARE EBW right? Not EBW: Dark?

Hashim Al-Singh: Yes, and greetings to you and everyone here. I'm honored to be back.

Nerma: Why DID you come back? Last we knew, you were doing humanitarian work in Scaraba.

Hashim Al-Singh. I felt a calling to come back, but make no mistake, my work for a better future will always continue. My pay is going directly to people who need it. It will feed villages, and give children the learning tools they need.

Camilo Ortega: Noble...commendable...but a flawed and futile gesture.

Hashim Al-Singh: Is this why you wanted to do this? To insult me? I thought we could speak as brothers under God.

Camilo Ortega: Under God? I do not call "Allah" my God, and MY God, has me walk a much different path, that includes a harsh message to bring people back to reality, show them how things really are. Only then, when I be able to push them towards a future in which I rule over everything.

Hashim Al-Singh: I'm sure that will mesh well with EBW: Dark wanting to take over themselves.

Camilo Ortega: Our objectives are the same...more or less...enough to get the job done. Enough, that I will stand with them in warfare.

Hashim Al-Singh: Loyalty is a good thing, like the loyalty to God we both share, and God teaches enlightenment and brotherhood.

Camilo Ortega: Again, you assume we should be alike. Allah is not my-

Hashim Al-Singh: You assume quite a bit Ortega. Because I am from Scaraba, I MUST worship Allah? Why not Dungeon Man? He's in Scaraba too, he's a massive dungeon....with a man inside...yet you only assume I worship Allah. Is it the turban? Is it the way I speak? God is God, whether he be called Jehovah or Allah. I know the scriptures, and I do not see your way of thinking leading to the end you want. You're going by your own rules.

Camilo Ortega: Times change...people change....the methods have to change too. The point is the same. I reach for the Heavens, that dwell above....in the dark. That is my motivation. That is my reason for being here, with them, holding onto this title of titles. I will use the Inter-National title as my ticket, to shape the world, one nation at a time. A shame Scaraba doesn't have a title for me to claim as well, but since you are my opponent, I will use you as a proxy.

Hashim Al-Singh: Please underestimate me brother, because it will be the biggest mistake you could make. Spending time in the war torn desert...only made me more resilient. We will see who has the stronger resolve.

Camilo Ortega: ...Yes...we will.

Nerma: ....Well that wasn't funny at all! It was tense! I mean, Hashim did bust out the Dungeon Man line, but that felt a little out of place. Still, I saw what he was trying to say, it was just....a bit deep for this show don't you think? I feel like I need to re-evaluate a few things....but let's take it to the ring. Wait, I'm in the ring...with that unbroken table. Give me a second.

Nerma propped the table against the turnbuckle and kicked it until it broke.

Nerma: Much better. I call that Wrestling Feng Shui. Now, let's take it to the ring.

Tommy Dukes: Will do, but before that we DID just get a Trevor Mach sighting. He was in the stands for the face off just now, but it looks like he left again.

EBW: The Clash
Studio B, Saturn City
Strike TV

1. Women's Singles: Makoto Angel beat Queen Bolshoi via Penalty Kick -> Pin
2. Tag: Dorado Mask[o]/Hex No Limit beat Shark #1/Shark #2[x] via Doradorana -> Pin
3. Tag: Vape/Golvoth[o] beat Kiva/El Mago[x] via Chokeslam -> Pin

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Strike TV Wrestling Update

Tommy Dukes: Tommy Dukes here, the guy that just left the Studio to make it here in time for this update! I'm getting my workouts in. At least bring me some water guys? Guys? So, that was quite the show, and we now have some more news to give you. Apparently, it's not winter anymore. Like one week, it was freezing, but SUDDENLY, it's hot as hell! So, we're going to Summers for Spring Break! Yeah, I know! There isn't a place called Spring, so leave me alone! Anyways, THAT is going to be the place where we see Swift "The Golden" take on Bashin Dan, our EBW Triple Crown World Champion. Holy cow, that's a match I never thought I would see! We're also going to see Camilo defend against Hashim, as was discussed on The Clash. See? It can be important. You've got to watch ALL the shows....I'm sorry. Christina Angel also gets a rematch against Troian, Women's World Champion Hope Mach intends to be in her corner, and I'm guessing the Angels will be there as well, so let's hope we get a fair encounter.

EBW: Spring Break 2019
Summers Beach, Summers
Strike TV +

1. EBW Inter-National Championship: Camilo Ortega(c) vs. Hashim Al-Singh
2. EBW Women's Television Championship: Troian(c) vs. Christina Angel
3. EBW Triple Crown World Championship: Bashin Dan(c) vs. Swift

Battle Spirits Dojo

The Dan Club sat together as Dan's friend marveled at the Dojo.

Cade: ....So...Dan knows that guy, but I've never seem him around.

Vape: How do you get a tan like that? Doesn't look spray on. Asking for a friend.

Benjamin: What did he say his name was? Clackey something?

Bashin Dan: Well Clackey Ray, what do you think of everything?

Clackey Ray: This is amazing Dan! You've introduced a whole new world to Battle Spirits, AND you found a new form of battle that seems to suit you even more.

Bashin Dan: Glad you approve.

Clackey Ray: Also...that girl....Hope....WOW!

Bashin Dan: Uh...glad you approve? Wait...MAI! HOW IS-

Clackey Ray: Relax...she's alright. When you disappeared, she went back to the present...well the present of our world. She left with Kenzo and Suzuri.

Bashin Dan: Oh...but you didn't?

Clackey Ray: No, I stayed to help Barone form a lasting peace between people and Mazoku.

Bashin Dan: I knew you had greatness in you my friend.

Cade: Ummm....excuse me Dan...but what the hell are you guys talking about?

Bashin Dan: Just thinking back on the past. Nothing you guys have to worry about. Different time and place entirely.

Cade: That doesn't reassure me.

Bashin Dan: Heh, it's a lot to explain, but I will get to it....as soon as you learn Battle Spirits.

Cade: Aw...curses!

Bashin Dan: Clackey, big question here, HOW did you get here?

Clackey Ray: When you uh....disappeared...you left a signature...a trail that we were eventually able to follow. We couldn't really send anyone through though.

Bashin Dan: But...you're here right now.

Clackey Ray: I'm not really here at all.

Clackey moved his arm through the wall.

Clackey Ray: I'm a signal, sent through the dimensional void, with technology created by Kenzo and Stella.

Bashin Dan: Wow, so you're projecting yourself from there? Amazing.

Clackey Ray: I'm here for a reason though Dan. We have to find a way to make this more than just a one way trip.

Bashin Dan: Oh yeah?

Clackey Ray: We need you Dan. You have to come home.

Bashin Dan: .....

Vape: I bet it's a cream. THAT explains the healthy glow!

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?

w00t: So, now that the cat is out of the bag, do you think the surprises are over? This has been planned for a long time. Got it all worked out. Bashin Dan, I hope you're ready, because now that we've beaten....

Generator: Firebrand X.

Hotlanta: Subculture.

Swift: Trevor Mach.

w00t: and Tack Angel, we're coming for you now. It's time.

Swift: Do you feel it yet kid? That "rush" you get from a challenge? THIS AIN'T NO DAMN GAME! This isn't a challenge! This is YOUR LIFE in MY HANDS! I'm taking those belts, and making them the EBW: Dark Triple Crown World Championship!

Generator: That name is getting a little long eh?

w00t: Swift said it all. Dan Club, you're next.

EBW: Xcite

The show opened with Ryan IQ in the ring with Kinniku Mike, Jamie OD, and Magnum PT...

Ryan IQ: Haha! Check it out, I've got an entourage. EBW: Dark, they look out for their own I guess. Well, one week into the revelation of my "abuse of power" and it seems to me that EBW is still making money. You're welcome for that by the way. You're still working, getting paid, and these people get to keep seeing you. That being said, I have to wonder WHY this "Board" wanted to see me tonight. I'll elaborate. When that disappointment gave up control of EBW, it reverted to me AND the "Board", and consortium of share holders, because we apparently have stock! Did anyone else know about this?! It's doing well, and I couldn't tell you why. I mean, we make money, but damn, it's an unpredictable world isn't it? Well, I'm here, and I'm listening so-

Jeff Andonuts appeared on the stage to a huge reaction.

Ryan IQ: Andonuts.

Jeff Andonuts: RyRy.

Ryan IQ: Don't call me tha-

Jeff Andonuts: Yeah yeah yeah. Bet you thought you had EBW all to yourself when HE didn't work out. You remember how this worked before? We were both running the show. We were partners? Well, we're doing things different now, and I'm here on behalf of the Board. They aren't happy to see yet another heel authority figure. You guys let power go to your head too easily.

Ryan IQ: I'm just righting some wrongs, and doing things MY way!

Jeff Andonuts: Well, we're not in agreement, and while we can't outright fire you, we can limit your authority. You want to get things done, you'll have to go through us.

Ryan IQ: I don't need you. I have plenty of leverage with EBW: Dark. It's growing, and grabbing titles, and selling merch. You see the shirts out there? It's a popular concept, changing EBW, and making it what we want it to be. Some people are sick of the same old shit. As the guy in charge, I have to answer to the people. Give them something new.

Jeff Andonuts: Make all the reasons you want, you can't justify this to us.

Ryan IQ: Who is US by the way? Where are the rest of them?

Jeff Andonuts: They weren't needed tonight. Just me. Just your old partner. We're telling you that we are getting involved in the day to day operations, and you're role is going to be limited. It's checks and balances the way it should be.

Ryan IQ: You think you got one over on me huh? You forget, I've got w00t on my side, the smartest man in the world. He knows things....things about you...and the Board. Who says we haven't already got some Board members on our side. Who says they haven't all flipped, and we're just playing you for a fool right now.

Jeff Andonuts: ...You think that scares me. I'm pretty smart myself RyRy. I don't buy it. I'm calling the bluff.

Ryan IQ: What if you're wrong?

Jeff Andonuts: I'll cross that bridge when I get to it. So that's all for the night. Get out of the ring, and let the wrestling action happen. That's what these people are here for. Also, Trevor Mach, if you are in the stands, and you want to talk contracts, come and find me. We're old friends, you can trust me.

Ryan IQ: Trust you? He needs a group that'll facilitate all that rage he's holding in. Mach, you come see me, and we'll make some money and cause some damage. Jeff, don't leave yet, because if you MUST get involved. I want you to know that next week, Bashin Dan and Swift will meet face to face. We're signing that contract on Xcite. What do you say about that?

Jeff Andonuts: If the Ace accepts the invite, we have no objections. Just....keep the table breaking to a minimum...like 2 tops. The table budget is getting out of hand.

Ryan IQ: Haha! He won't turn it down. The idiot never backs down. Not smart in my opinion, but there you have it. Tonight, you'll all be happy to know that he's in action, everyone in Dan Club is in action...except Jammer...who is in traction. Dan, Cade, and Benji, you get to meet the newest member of EBW: Dark in the 6-Man Tag Main Event!

EBW: Xcite
Five Guys Arena, Fiville
Strike TV

1. EBW Women's World Tag Team Championship: Valarie Dorado[o]/Erica beat Lainey Strong/Calamity Jane[x] via Cross Armbreaker -> Submission -> NEW EBW Women's World Tag Team Champions!
Nerma: Valarie Dorado and Erica, the veterans of Elevation taking it to the Sunset Riders, showing them what experience provides. I think they're trying to take these titles before EBW: Dark can, and it looks like it's happening! Dorado with Cross Armbreaker on Calamity Jane! She's wrenching that Lariat arm! Jane has no choice! She's tapping out! Valarie Dorado and Erica are the NEW EBW Women's World Tag Team Champions! And you can see them, Ripper Jane and Murasaki....staring down Elevation from the stage. They knew what they were doing tonight. It's a title hunt, and Elevation just got some leverage.
2. Singles: Johnny Starbound beat Kiva via 450 Splash -> Pin
3. Singles: Amigo beat Jamie OD via Count Out
Tommy Dukes: Amigo is fighting the good fight here, but he's seemingly doing it alone, meanwhile you have Kinniku Mike trying to embarrass Amigo from the outside. Amigo rolled out of the way of the Penalty Kick! He blocked the kick! He's taking Jamie to the mat! He's in control here! Wait, Mike is about ready to attack! He's getting in the ring-BUT HERE COMES NESS! HERE COMES NESS! The EBW OG is running of the World Tag Team Champions with his signature Gutsy Bat! He's running them off! Incredible! Jamie OD is laughing, he just lost via Count Out. Amigo with the win.
4. EBW World Tag #1 Contender: Vape[o]/Golvoth beat Shark #1/Shark #2, Flying Man #1/Flying Man #2, and Mister Twister/Stealth Vanyon[x] via Top Rope Splash -> Pin
5. 6-Man Tag: Bashin Dan/Cade/Benjamin beat Generator/Hotlanta/KYO via DQ
Tommy Dukes: KYO! The 3rd man is KYO! Oh shit! He's locked that Hell Claw into Bashin Dan! Clawing the World Champ! Look at the blood, he's going to rip! His jaw off! Dan grabbed the ropes, but KYO is not letting go! The Referee is DQ'ing EBW: Dark! This is NOT good! They have the silent monster KYO!