I first learned to play TEW back in 2013 by running a MAW company with a free $1 million bonus, so I have always had a soft spot for MAW. Sadly, that game finally locked up after 5 in-game years.
So I started TEW 16 by going back into MAW. Reviving a concept from a failed Let's Play attempt, I restarted THE MATT KEITH ERA. Matt is now booking under his father, Sam. It's a little OP, honestly, but a good starting game.
Rip Chord Classic pulled down a rating in the mid-40's. Started with Sam Keith's annual "State of the Squared Circle" address at 75 pts, had a couple rough matches (still trying to figure out lifting vs. working) and ended with a 4 way elimination between Matt Keith, Masked Stranger, Cheetah Boy, and Greg Gauge with Gauge taking the trophy (a 48).
Next day, BHOTWG approached Greg about a contract, but I also reached out for an Exclusive PPA, so we'll see how it goes.
MAW lost $2k on the show, but I might back off production values till we get bigger. Not sure how all the other small feds are affording Professional quality.