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_____________________________________ Final Chapter 2022 Match Card _____________________________________ SZW First Steel Cage Match Lone Rider vs Rusty Mills _____________________________________ Winner becomes Tag-Team Championship Number One Contender The Golden Grapplers vs Smokers & Suplexes vs The Runway _____________________________________ Armando faces his Greatest Fear ???? vs Armando Guerrero _____________________________________ Winner will face Sydney Champion at New Year Riot Dizzy G vs Blackwell Bush _____________________________________ Snarks Open Challenge Buckminster Snark vs ???? _____________________________________ Sydney Championship Match Jake D’Angelo vs Vortex © _____________________________________ Tag-Team Championship Match Lifeline vs ??? vs The Devoted Souls © _____________________________________ Australian Championship Match The Kipper vs Adgee Cross © _____________________________________ Quickpicks: SZW First Steel Cage Match - Lone Rider vs Rusty Mills Tag-Team Number One Contender Match - The Golden Grapplers vs Smokers & Suplexes vs The Runway Greatest Fear - ???? vs Armando Guerrero Sydney Championship Number One Contender Match - Dizzy G vs Blackwell Bush Buckminster Snark Invitational - Buckminster Snark vs ??? Sydney Championship Match - Jake D’Angelo vs Vortex © Tag-Team Championship Match - Lifeline vs ??? vs The Devoted Souls © Australian Championship Match - The Kipper vs Adgee Cross © Tie-Breakers One - Top 3 Matches of the Night 1. 2. 3. Tie-Breaker Two - Promo of the Night (List 3 workers):

_____________________________________ ~ Adgee Cross ~ Delbert DeGeorge Delbert kicked off the show introducing the Australian Champion Adgee Cross down to the ring. Delbert DeGeorge hit out the gate and does not sugar coat the questions for the champion tonight asking how he plans to counter the experience of The Kipper, considering everyone he has faced for the title had been less experienced than Adgee had been. “Delbert, that is a good question. Everyone sees Kipper as this long tenured, experienced work horse. The Kipper is 10 years older than I am, but the truth is he only has four years more experience than me. I have been doing this for 15 years. The day I turned 18 I had my first match against was against someone who had only been wrestling for a year at that point, my first match was against a very young Swoop McCarthy the be all, end all of Australian wrestling. Everyone talked about Kipper being a veteran. There is less than 10 guys backstage that have been doing this longer than me. Experience is something I do not lack, and I have beaten The Kipper before and will be happy to do so again.” Delbert noted that he had beaten the Kipper before, but then bought up their record against each other. Adgee had beaten The Kipper to earn his shot for the Australian Championship, while The Kipper had beaten Adgee in the first ever match for the Australian Championship. “It is true, when the title was on the line last time between The Kipper and I, he had beaten me. I won’t deny that, but that was over three years ago. I have grown a lot in three years, and in that time I have beaten The Kipper, I have beaten Lone Rider. I beat both Christian Blithe and Lee Bawes. I have done so damn much in those short three years. I said it just before, but I beat The Kipper in our last match. That should be in the back of his mind.” Delbert bought the focus to tonight with Adgee Cross slated to take on Trehawke Phillips in one-on-one action as the two will square off later. “I don’t mean any offence to Trehawke, he is one of those guys in the back that actually have a lot more experience in the ring than I do. When you’re champion every match is basically a championship match for your opponent. Beating the guy on top is the most important thing you can do, they always give it their best. I am going to make it clear, I am not looking past my opponent tonight with a sole focus on Final Chapter. I will watch The Kipper’s upcoming match, and then head to the back to focus on my own match.” Delbert DeGeorge thanked Adgee for his time once again and made a small announcement that at Final Chapter we will hear from The Kipper and about his decision to not hang up the boots at the end of last year and why he had returned, but before that did the champion have any final words. “I have Main Evented Final Chapter the previous two years, the first time against The Kipper and Lone Rider, then against Lone Rider solo. Now The Kipper got his chance solo. The only common denominator in every single Main Event at Final Chapter was “The Boss” Adgee Cross. The last two years I rightfully stole the show with my performances, having match of the night on both occasions. While there is hype for a lot of the matches. At Final Chapter I will deliver a match of the night performance, I just hope ol’ Kipper can keep up.” _____________________________________ vs The Kipper vs Michael Rheur Two of the veterans in the ring Michael Rheur showed he was losing a step while The Kipper showed he wasn’t going to slow down anytime soon when compared to his fellow veterans with The Kipper. The whole match Adgee Cross sat at the ringside area, he didn’t look to get involved but paid close attention to his future opponent. The Kipper hit the Lariat that had previously won him the Australian Championship and The Kipper took a moment to look at Adgee at the ringside area before making the cover for the win. Winner: The Kipper Rating: 37 _____________________________________ ~ Jake D’Angelo ~ Vortex Jake D’Angelo came out to the ring with a microphone in hand to hype up his championship match for next month. “Listen, I get it everyone loves the creep in the shadows, the mystery masked moron. I want to make it clear to everyone, that it doesn’t matter what a cosmic force says, what a creepy dude who follows COVID restrictions a little to much thinks. I am the master of manipulation. People say I cheat, I say I have strategy. People say I am underhanded, I say I am prepared.” Jake is about to deliver another line before his microphone cuts out and the arena is plunged into darkness before Vortex makes another surprise appearance before the crowd, this time at the entrance ramp with his own microphone. “Jake D’Angelo, I want to make sure you understand. You aren’t facing me, your facing the cosmic forces, the plan has already been set and put in motion. I am the one who will walk from that ring as champion. You are games, tricks and tactics Jake D’Angelo. In the Vortex there are no rules, there is no unknown. You perceive this as a match, I see it as destiny.” Vortex ends his promo prematurely almost, as he was about to deliver another line before dropping the microphone to his feet. The stage was set, the master of manipulation, the cheater Jake D’Angelo would take on the unknown enigma that is Vortex. _____________________________________ Buckminster Snark We cut to the TitanTron where Buckminster Snark appeared to be boarding a small private plane, it was a stark contrast to the Australian evening as it looked to be the middle of the day as Buckminster Snark was walking up the steps, he could be heard muttering to himself. “She could have had this.” Snark stopped at the top step to look back at the camera. A quick insult to the Australian beaches as he pointed out he was in Hawaii on a quick vacation to enjoy his life, while everyone in the arena had back breaking jobs. Buckminster promised he would be back next month at Final Chapter and wanted to create an open challenge for anyone Australia to give him a fight. _____________________________________ vs Lifeline vs Groovy Tokers Back to the in-ring action Lifeline came out to some cheers as they faced another team who had some fans on their side Groovy Tokers. Unfortunately for the Tokers it was a very one-sided match with the number one contenders getting the upper hand in the ring. Winners: Lifeline Rating: 45 _____________________________________ ~ The Devoted Souls ~ Lifeline The champions stormed the ring after the match and this was a beat down. Both members of Lifeline were decimated at the ringside area, with Lance Maddigan being driven through the steps at the ringside area. Peril (that’s me!) dragged a downed Banky Bremner to the announce table and I powerbombed him through it shattering the table to the floor. I didn’t stop there as I delivered another powerbomb onto the remains of the table and hard floor. Lance had been dragged into the ring and placed over one set of the stairs by Adrian McGhee before slamming the second half of the ringside steps into the ribs of the Lance Maddigan who was almost on display. After finally being pleased with our work the backstage crew had started to come out and Adrian McGhee grabbed the microphone. "We were done, and so are Lifeline. If we wanted to fight you like you shouted at us back at Recipe for Disaster we would have just come and fought you. We aren't afraid of you and we sure as hell don't want a one on one match with you two at Final Chapter. Hell, we don't want to see you at Final Chapter at all." Adrian handed off the microphone to myself. "Lance... Banky... All the promotional material is made up. You guys are going to be on the match card for next month. You should feel so lucky to have your names listed beside ours. Sadly, you won't be making the match. No fan attending next months show should expect to see either member of Lifeline, as they wont be making to the ring. As for the unknown team who signed a contract to face us. We don't care how big you are. You are not beating us. Make whatever calls you need to make to back out of the match. Do it for your health, do it so your families don't have to see you beaten and destroyed like Lifeline have been." _____________________________________ ~ Jesse Tasman ~ Armando Guerrero After the beatdown in the ring and the destruction that was caused by The Devoted Souls we pivoted to a backstage segment as everything got fixed up and Lifeline where stretchered out to the backstage area. Jesse Tasman and Armando Guerrero were talking about the upcoming match and Jesse Tasman was excited and nervous about making his in ring debut. He would do so against a former champion in Dizzy G. Jesse voiced concern about Maelstrom being at ringside, but Armando assured him he would be by his side as well. Jesse responded in a more relaxed manner and said just like Armando, he would be at Armando’s side when he takes on his biggest fear next month at Final Chapter. They would ride that wave together. Leaving Armando now looking nervous as Jesse hyped himself up more for the next match. _____________________________________ vs Jesse Tasman vs Dizzy G Debut match for Jesse Tasman was against a big opponent who hadn’t had much to do lately. Maelstrom made his presence known in the match when Dizzy G distracted the referee. Armando tried to tell the referee, but it only led to a further distraction. Allowing Maelstrom to take out Jesse in the middle of the ring giving Dizzy G a comfortable win. Winner: Dizzy G Rating: 46 _____________________________________ & ~ Dizzy G & Maelstrom ~ Blackwell Bush The uncharismatic Blackwell Bush came out as Dizzy G celebrated and asked for a match against Maelstrom at Final Chapter. Dizzy G insulted Blackwell saying he was clearly as dumb as all the fans in the arena not remembering that Maelstrom wasn’t signed for in-ring competition. Blackwell Bush replied that he would then face Dizzy G at Final Chapter, and he will settle for fighting Maelstrom right now. Blackwell Bush ran down the entrance ramp and came to blow with Maelstrom both men beating on each other, neither getting the upper hand until Dizzy G got involved and hit delivering a fireman carry to Blackwell Bush on the outside of the ring, a move he has been calling the G-Strain. _____________________________________ vs Adgee Cross vs Trehawke Phillips The Kipper came out to watch his Adgee, copying the fac that the champion had done that earlier in the night. The match against Trehawke showed that, Trehawke had clearly slowed down this past year. This was a bad match for the champion, but clearly not his fault at all. It however made me nervous for him Main Eventing next month. Winner: Adgee Cross Rating: 35 _____________________________________ Golden Grapplers As the ceremony music played the two members of Golden Grapplers Christian Blithe and Lee Bawes made their entrances tonight. Lee Bawes clearly not dressed to fight while Christian Blithe was ready for his upcoming match against Rusty Mills. Christian Blithe announced the peasants at ringside would get to watch him in solo action, and reminded the fans that he was thankful for his tag-team partner coming out to watch him in solo action against one of the biggest names in the company. Lee Bawes took a moment to talk about how neither man had a match next month, and they would change that. They wanted to try out the tag-team division and would do so against two teams who failed to become Number One Contenders for the tag-team titles. They would take on The Runway and Smokers & Suplexes with the winner becoming the new Number One Contenders. _____________________________________ vs Rusty Mills vs Christian Blithe This was an insanely good match, and that includes Christian Blithe being off his game tonight. This was the first match with over a 60 rating, and the newest best match for the company. Setting a really solid stage for next month. Rusty Mills came out looking focused, he was direct in his attacks and didn’t waiver his focus at Lee Bawes who was at the ringside area. Unfortunately for him, that focus disappeared when Stephanie his wife screamed at ringside. She had been tackled by Ceri who had come through the crowd with Lone Rider. The distraction was enough for Christian Blithe to hit “Fame-maker” his Super Kick and pick up a win against Rusty Mills. Winner: Christian Blithe Rating: 62 _____________________________________ ~ Lone Rider & Ceri Dordevich ~ Rusty Mills & Stephanie Drucker Golden Grapplers didn’t stick around to celebrate the win as Lone Rider quickly hit the ring. With no one else around Lone Rider helped Rusty Mills to his feet before hitting the Dusty Trail Takedown on his opponent next month at Final Chapter. The vicious attack leaving Rusty Mills laid out for the third time this year, this time Stephanie couldn’t tend to her husband as she was recovering at ringside. Lone Rider and Ceri made their way backstage pleased with their work for the night _____________________________________

_____________________________________ Backstage _____________________________________ SZW Well, I didn’t plan it as I thought we had capped ourselves to remaining Tiny, but we have officially moved to “Small” size. It does mean we can get some broadcasting going. Originally, I wanted to wait until we were in a surplus of cash to try and get on WrestleWorld Australia. Our requirement to upgrade our Music levels is too costly right now. CCW Another helping hand by Original Lone Rider (Paul) this time CCW had been struggling, not insane amount but enough to be causing them troubles. Not sure why Paul took an interest, but I think the fact he had a chance to help out other people he wanted to continue that. First thing he did was cut some expensive talent, and let them continue to manage themselves. Jimmy Stratosphere Well this was a shock as I knew it would be sooner or later that my guys might get poached. Something a part of me definitely understands and would be happy about. The guy that got poached first wasn’t one I expected nor was it by the company I expected being RAW. Jimmy hadn’t done much with us but when Exodus came knocking it was clear he was going to sign with them. It made sense though a $10k a month contract, Jimmy could finally make wrestling his career. It wasn’t a weekend hobby any more for him. The company was local to him which also helped as he had just bought a place in Japan. I tried to pry out whether he was going to bring Motty along. He said their were tentative talks about him, but with Motty suffering a chronic shoulder injury that Exodus weren’t looking to be someone’s insurance plan. It may happen down the line, but not just yet. Jimmy also let me know he would be at a SAISHO event this weekend so wouldn’t be available for us yet again, and unable to put someone over on the way out. Sadly, that means his incredibly short run with us was over. His final match for SAISHO was in a losing effort as he and his partner Motty Kuroda lost to the team of Jayson Van Pelt and Sozen Ishinomori in the Main Event of the Dream Clash Tour. @John Lions Lee Bawes has been a gem for me since giving him some momentum. I feel bad as I don't think he will ever be given a chance with the Main Strap but he has done everything I have wanted from him which I love. He has changed my mind about him a lot from this diary. I agree everytime I have used Wild Brawl or the Dominate match note it hasn't helped at all. I use tainted finish this month and it worked out really well. @newbiezness Blithe gets his win back in a big way. The Kipper will get a chance to talk more about his character coming up in the next show. Bawes has been big lately. @DAVEFAN95 I think the length is a big reason why it probably didn't do as well Lerone definitely has solid selling. Looking back building to a Fatal-Fourway would have been a lot better I think than my current plan as I have sort of pushed Golden Grapplers to the side. I agree Bawes has definitely done that for sure. @619 I think the rating was a lot more because of Christian Blithe. I am still reserved for the Final Chapter main event. I had thought about making it a Fatal-Fourway, but I think one team beating three challengers would leave me with the rest of the tag division feeling a lot weaker than it is. The new Artwork is all from @John Lions he does wonders with the AI art, it all looks great.

Showcase [Angle] - SAMAEL THE EXECUTIONER (w/ Raven Nightfall) Entrance in LAP - Lucha America Productions by @newbiezness Event LAP x FCW THE FIGHT FOR CONTRACTS 2021 in LAP - Lucha America Productions by @newbiezness (This is my 1000 post, thats crazy)

SUNBURST!!!! You think he is the happiest person? WRONG! I am, I love me some SUNBURSTT!!!! The intro song for Samael was so fire. I enjoyed that segment so much. Quick question, was this posted on Oct 31 for the U.S as for me it was the 1st of Nov, and I want to nominate the show and Samael Entrance in general.

" The New Hope The Family The Chapel The Messengers of Gacy The Gathering Faithkeepers Sacred Sanctum The Church of the Chosen/Believers/New Light/Hope/Ascendance/Faith/ The Devoted

What a splash this would be, Musk with Steph and CM Punk. The only thing that could make this more wild would be someone like Hogan/Russo/Cornette joining the booking team. My thoughts prior to seeing Hogan, McAfee, Austin all signed to the initial roster. That's a massive splash right away in not only the wrestling world, but in general. The Rock would be a big get if Elon can

BOW Night Of Wrestling #1: Match Card: Jason Dempsey vs BOW World Champion Stevie Stoat non-title match Imagie losing your first non-title match after winning the championship. Sounds like something a field mouse like Soat would do. I'll vote for him reluctantly. BOW Tag Team Championship Tournament Quarter-Final: The Shooters vs Ward & Owen Landon Mallory vs Colin Picalo Thea Davis vs Viper McKenna Bali Daljit vs JK Lee Gram Gorman vs Jermaine Granger

LAP Lucha Remmy Skye ©️ vs Mutant I could see this match be close, and Mutant winning after doing the job and letting Remy keep his title for a year. Mutant put up great numbers with Remmy, but I see this as a shock close to the show with Mutant saying good bye. Hijo Del Relampago vs Jesus Chavez Jesus doesn't do anything, anyone else in the company can do. LAP People’s Xavi Ferrera ©️ vs Sunburst The rub Sunburst would get from becoming not only champion but getting Xavi fired would be insane, but Xavi suits the product so unless he is going elsewhere Xavi wins it. Frogue Element vs Giant Brody An upset of sorts, with Frogue picking up his biggest win. El Toro De Oro Jr vs Bull Wrecker I am actually excited by this match, I think it could be a great brawl and wouldn't surprise me if El Toro wins. Fire Attack (Amazing Fire Fly & Rapido) vs The Latino Kings (Rudy Velasquez & Hector Galindo) Fire Attack need some momentum and like Jesus there are just other people that can do better. Scarlet Scarab vs Joffy Laine Joffy keeps his job, I don't rate Scarab highly but also don't know what you would do with Joffy. Main Event: Samael The Executioner vs Bradford Peverell While I think this could be a loss, Samael is basically Chess Maniac to a degree I think he has more interesting storylines to tell. (TIE-BREAKER) Which 3 matches will have the highest rating? (in order) Remmy vs Mutant Samael vs Bradford Xavi vs Sunburst

Real World Rise of a Star by @Old School Fan C-Verse/Fictional DIW 2024: Waging War Weekly - @619 The Land of Second Chances by @The Lloyd LAP - Lucha America Productions (CVERSE20) by @newbiezness Showcase [New Diary], [shock Signing], [shock Push], [shock Title Win], [shock Turn], [Worker], [Face Worker], [Heel Worker], [Tag Team], [stable], [Champion], [Angle], [storyline], [Rocky Maivia], [Graphics] New Diary - PRO X: A Modern Day TEW Saga by @JaCeLo3 Graphics - DIW 2024: Waging War Weekly, NWF: Disrupting the Market, SZW: Sydney Zone Wrestling 2020 by @John Lions (Done multiple banners, and a beautiful sign) New Diary - BOW: A New Home For British Wrestling by @azzak New Diary - NWF: Disrupting The Market by @Charasmatic Enigma Stable - The Brand in WWE 2k23 Playing the game by @Pipers Pit (I just love The Brand and adding Logan Paul and the United States Championship to the fold is strong. ) Match Remmy Skye vs Mutant in LAP x FCW Forbidden Gate 2021 by @newbiezness 20-man ‘Showcase’ Battle Royal in BOW: A New Home For British Wrestling by @azzak Event Hardcore Hallelujah 2024 in DIW 2024: Waging War Weekly by @619 LAP x FCW Forbidden Gate 2021 in LAP - Lucha America Productions by @newbiezness The Cornell Cup 2022 in The Land of Second Chances by @The Lloyd

_____________________________________ @John Lions Firstly a big thank you to John who has done a ton, ton of work in sorting out posters and show logos for the company. I was going to hold off until Final Chapter, but wanted to show them off early as they look amazing and I appreciate the work he has done. Now onto the show. _____________________________________ ~ The Kipper ~ Adgee Cross The start of the show had The Kipper come out to the crowd. Kipper called out the champion Adgee Cross to the ring wanting to apologies for the miscommunication in the event last month. It cost them a win in the main event. Adgee Cross accepted the apology but questioned whether the former SZW Australian Champion had seemingly lost a step. The moment Adgee mentioned The Kipper being past it, it apparently lit a fire under the belly of The Kipper who said he’d prove tonight he still has what it takes in the ring, and if Adgee was champion at the end of the night. He would love the chance to show him just that at Final Chapter. A challenge Adgee Cross accepted, on the condition he walks out champion tonight. _____________________________________ vs Michel Bernard vs Jake D’Angelo This was one of the biggest challenges for Jake D’Angelo to face on his road to Final Chapter where he would face down Vortex for the SZW Sydney Championship. With Michel not involved at this stage in the Tag-Team Championship he was the perfect guy to get a strong match from Jake D’Angelo before eventually losing to Jake after he outsmarted the younger wrestler by playing possum for a quick roll up victory. This was a great performance by Michel Bernard. Winner: Jake D’Angelo Rating: 49 _____________________________________ Jake D’Angelo Jake grabbed a microphone after the match looking focused and serious after his victory tonight, knowing where the road would lead. “I begged, grovelled almost for that cosmic energy to give me a match against Vortex.” “Truth is, I don’t give a damn about whatever mystical, magical powers that idiot thinks he has. I don’t care about destiny or chosen ones. I care about JAKE D’ANGELO! I am the only thing that matters. I signed my contract earlier tonight, the match is now booked. I will not only take on that idiot “The Vortex” He says in a mocking tone of voice as he says Vortex’s name at the end. “What a joke, he is. I will walk out of Final Chapter defeating that idiot and proclaim myself your new SZW Sydney Champion!” _____________________________________ vs The Kipper vs Christian Blithe After costing his team last week The Kipper was out to even the ledger against Christian Blithe. This would be his returning solo match and showing he hadn’t lost a step was a key part of the match. The Kipper was really off his game and certainly struggled, but on the other side of things Christian Blithe pulled out the best performance he has had for me and it was a great match. Despite the poor performance The Kipper picked up a win with his Lariat. Winner: The Kipper Rating: 53 _____________________________________ ~ Armando Guerrero ~ Jesse Tasman A much more conventional promo tonight with Armando Guerrero backstage looking to get ready for his upcoming match tonight. Armando had just finished lacing his boots as the young surfer from last month made entrance. Tasman talked about being here to encourage Armando to face his fears of the ocean, and for his payment. He also forgot to pay him last month. Armando was not having a bar of it and suggested for Tasman to join him in the ring, which coincidentally was the fear of Tasman. Armando would not drop that and wanted to force Tasman into a match, to face his fears and overcome them. Tasman agreed on the condition that Armando would face one of his own fears at Final Chapter. The Australian Luchador reluctantly agreed to the condition and said he would be in Tasman’s corner next month, and encouraged Jesse to come watch him in action tonight. _____________________________________ vs Saul Rubennick vs Armando Guerrero Saul came out to the ring first to give Armando enough time to make his entrance, with Jesse Tasman following dutifully behind. This was a short match between the two men who are veterans. Armando continued to show he can get a decent performance out of anyone in the ring. Even Saul Rubennick which was good to see. Winner: Armando Guerrero Rating: 42 _____________________________________ ~ Bruce the Giant ~ The Devoted Souls Bruce the Giant came out to the ring and called out both Adrian McGhee and I to the ring. The pair of us answered the call with belts on our shoulders. We had proven to be the strongest tag-team and both credible singles contenders in our own right. We had these titles for almost two years now and there was no end in sight. Not even the giant, Bruce would trouble us. We climbed into the ring and Bruce made it clear that we weren’t here to talk gesturing to ringside staff to stop when they went to hand us microphones of our own. “Last month, you two ruined a hell of a match and caused another draw between two teams wanting a shot at your title. You don’t want to fight either team? Fine you won’t be, but you will still be a triple threat match for your titles at Final Chapter. I have already booked a team to join Lifeline and yourselves in the match. I won’t ruin the surprise for either of you. I will leave you with this however, they are big challengers. Both in name and in size. I wish you the best of luck.” The segment concluded with both Adrian and I having a smile on our faces. As far as we were concerned, this wasn’t a punishment. Just another chance for us to prove that we are the best team to grace the shores of Australia. _____________________________________ vs Lerone Slim vs Lone Rider Lerone Slim had another difficult task ahead of him. This time it was in the shape of Lone Rider who came out to the ring with his patented Branding Iron in hand as he walked to the ring. Ceri Dordevich made herself known from the outset of the match. From the outset it was clear Lerone wasn’t going to get much going tonight as Lone Rider dominated the match, but because of that it didn’t make a truly exciting match between the two. Winner: Lone Rider Rating: 35 _____________________________________ Lone Rider & Ceri Dordevich Ceri climbed into the ring with a microphone after the match. “Stephanie sweetie, did I pull your hair a bit to tight? Did you lose some brain cells when you fell on top of your battered husband? What sort of idiot would willingly let her man get in the ring with this.” Ceri took a moment to step away from Lone Rider and allow the crowd and herself to appreciate Lone Rider after his match. “Not only get in the ring with him, but inside a steel cage. A match with this man, the man who left good ole’ Rusty in a heap after tenderising his ribs with a branding iron?” With that Lone Rider reached down for his weapon and laughed before taking the microphone. “If you haven’t got the picture by now Rusty. I am accepting your steel cage match at Final Chapter.” _____________________________________ vs Lee Bawes vs Adgee Cross © Lee Bawes came out looking like money and this was the biggest match of his career. He came out here looking for a win and to put on a performance in the Main Event. Adgee Cross meanwhile was here for his third title defence and Adgee Cross was on the offensive from the outset with a fiery burst of energy against the veteran. Both men put on a great performance tonight, with Lee Bawes continuing to impress me greatly with another great performance. Adgee Cross made up for his last title match with a great performance as well. Winner: Adgee Cross Rating: 57 _____________________________________ ~ Adgee Cross ~ The Kipper After the match Adgee Cross wasn’t going to celebrate, he was on the look out for another attack from the other member of Golden Grapplers Christian Blithe. Instead, another former opponent, and current ally of his came out to the ring The Kipper. Both men stared each other down, with The Kipper staying out on the entrance ramp. While Adgee Cross lifted the title up high, symbolising what both men would be fighting for in the future. With both men having a victory tonight, it was clear they would be facing off against one another for the SZW Australian Championship.

_____________________________________ Backstage _____________________________________ ~ Dizzy G ~ Austin Tahere Dizzy G was helping the backstage environment with his lively nature brightening up and increasing the energy backstage when he called for an impromptu game of darts with the stakes on the line. While Austin Tahere was getting some work in his in-ring psychology working with his mentor New Zealand Pit Bull. _____________________________________ @619 It is certainly their first Cage match, and outside of the Aussie Rules match between Adgee & The Kipper, and Lone Rider vs Trehawke Phillips strap match is our first big "gimmick" match, yet to utilise tables or ladders at this stage. Diesel Dan will return i am just undecided if he returns on his own or with Big Rig to add to the tag-team scene. @DAVEFAN95 Although I don't plan for it to be a fatal-four-way, I kind of wished I pulled the trigger on that to make it a fatal-four-way down the line. The Truckers only came in for a brief 3 match stint but certainly have done what it takes to have me considering bringing them both in. @Tiberious Ahh the CVerse rip off of Jaws has left many in the CVerse adverse to the ocean. @John Lions It was so hard, initially I thought about having them in the previous segment with Armando, but decided to hold out a little longer. You are right so many guys like Surfer Dude Lucas, Brodie Lachlan, and Jesse Tasman who all have the look for surfers and could easily fill that role. @Aura Vortex is definitely one of my most fun and compelling characters to write about, keeping him out of matches does make it hard to build him up and progress feuds. Then again he hasn't had that long term feud yet. Wesker is stuck, he hasn't improved his partner declines. There isn't much I can do with him to be honest. Lone Rider surely has a trucker cap considering he has teamed up with The Bad Truckers on two occasions. He also recently lost in a match for the DIW Australian Championship.

Hardcore Hallelujah 2024 Well that was a hell of a show. I think I over thought things, and considering the DIW Champ and Australian Champ will face off with one another it made sense that one of Dexter/Kobra would lose the title. Wish winning the title is the perfect culmination of him becoming "the" guy in the company and a credit to him. I didn't think Lori saw him that highly but it makes so much sense and with the gradual rise of Ares Death Cult again, it does freshen the scene up quite a bit. Either as an established long term champion or as a transitional one he fills that role perfectly. Benchmark losing in the opening match as well begins a lot of interest and gives you a lot of ways to advance the story. Because as good as The Benchmark are, the team of Edwards and Hittlespitz is a lot harder to imagine anyone other than The Benchmark beating. The most curious thing I have about the future is Rick Horn interacting so much with Edwards/Hittlespitz despite not being in a tag-team. Whether it is just a small segment to get the guy pushing his pop up or eventuates into something else I am eager about his prospects in the future.

I put in for access to the history, but will chuck up some predictions now without knowing anything about them. YEPW Fully Charged XII Francis Burke v Lucas Pobb Francis Burke. Easiest match on the card. The Party People (Cody Cook & Toasty Bonnar) & Fuzzy Freeman v Sturt's Three Henchmen (Henchman #1, Henchman #2 & Henchman #3) Party People and Fuzzy. Vs'ing nameless henchmen they should win. YEPW Tag Team Titles Sturt & HoBoo v Dick & Morty (Felix Harding & Mortimer Pyle) I thought when I read the diary the first time round that HoBoo had already had matches and was teaming with Sturt, and it wasn't Snoorefest at his side. That must have been a fever dream. Still Sturt and HoBoo should win here. Changing from my original selection. 3 Way Elimination match to become number 1 contender for the YEPW Australian Title Australian Devil v Lone Rider v Quick Silver Lone Rider - Lone Rider should win here and him taking on Jester would be money, but I can see it being a swerve with the good guys teaming up so one of them can go on and face the mad clown.

I am bad at this but can't wait to see who is on the next conference press conference. I'll give my show thoughts on the next card.

DIW Title: Seth Wish v Dexter Mattell (c) Dexter Mattell to win, closing out the night with all The Pros intact. I don't think Seth is there yet, he is a good piece to fight in the Main Event but not there to carry the company. Dex can work the microphone well and is better in the ring than his latest matches and opponents get him credit for. At this stage there is only two right choices to dethrone Dexter and it's either Rob Edwards. Which is unlikely as he hasn't been able to form that super star 4 DIW team to face them. Everytime there are 4 guys against The Pros it feels like one or two major names arent involved and instead you get lesser guys slotting in like The Barracudas, giving an easy cop out until the eventual super team comes together. Something like Shaw returning, Hughes, Edwards and Milton or a big DIW name returning to store order. An eventual collision with Ares Death Cult who have been building up quite the amount of results mainly Bryant Hall. Maybe a one time team up with Rob Edwards as a forth member joins them eventually. Like a beaten down Hack the Hunter. That would require a big push for their guys, but could be done. The only other option is The Pros imploding but with every man having a title it just seems so damn unlikely to happen. No matter how often they hint at it, they just added a new member to the team. ______________________ Tag Titles: The Dream Team (Milton Hittlespitz and Rob Edwards) v The Benchmark (Donovan Boon and Rusty Mills) (c) This feud has legs, it is still developing and The Pros need to establish themselves while they have their newest edition. A match showcasing Milton and Edwards not working together so smoothly still trying to get the kinks out between them makes sense. It also keeps this money match from being just a one off, especially considering we know all the guys can deliver in the ring. The Dream Team are really the only tag-team built to take on The Benchmark, so stretching out the feud a little longer to build others up or work towards the eventual collapse of The Pros feels like a smart option. ______________________ Australian Title: Con McReady v Kobra The Conqueror (c) As much as I love Con. I can't see Kobra dropping the title right back to him right away. Too many tag-teams and I know there is a story to be told between Con and Wish facing each other down. As much as ai love that idea, I sadly don't see Wish winning his match. I think if one of Con/Wish win, than so will the others. _____________________ Hack The Hunter v Bryant Hall Hack has been built incredibly strong up until this point being undefeated. The fact is that Bryant is a beast. They are both undefeated, but the quality of opponent is definitely on the side. I mentioned above lightly but this could also be a turn for Hack and he joins the Ares Death Cult. I see Hack and Horn both as the same guys essentially. Their your young upstart faces with a lot of value and potential. That and while there isn't an official divide. There is a lot more Face guys rolling, shown by the fact you have Rick Horn not getting a match. While on the Heels you have Mattell, Bryant Hall, Kobra, Rigsby and then the rest of the guys are all tag teams. Comparing that to the faces of Edwards, Hittlespitz, Horn and potentially the duo of Wrecker and Hughes as well. Horn could also be the one to turn after being handed a recent loss. Either way give me Horn v Hack or Horn & Hack everyday. _________________________ The Barracudas (Chopper Rourke and Vaughan) v The Barbarians (Lloyd Banks and Psych Ward) The Barbarians have so much more to gain out of this, it's not even close. Them losing here would ruin a lot of the momentum that Ares Death Cult have. There are so many underhanded ways between they can win and Barracudas still look like menaces. Lori and Death Ref involving themselves is a very simple way to steal the match. The Barracudas have done enough and been around enough the win doesn't give them momentum. They just need a few wins in a row and they can be in the Main Event, or at least Vaughan can. No need to waste Ares Death Cult for The Barracudas. _____________________________ Two Badass Bulldogs (Hendrix Hughes and Wrecker) v D.O.A. and ? To say this match excites me is an understatement. I just want to see who ends up being bought into the fold so to speak. D.O.A. with a new mystery partner actually leads me to believe they could win. Hughes & Wrecker have been guys who are in that Australian Title/Upper Mid Card area where a strong push could see them in the DIW Title chase. The fact they have a team name on-top of it, gives them value as a tag-team than a random pairing. A win here establishes them more as a tag-team which is a place I think they could stay in for awhile, at least until Shaw eventually comes back on the scene. Still, this is a match I am more than ready for with a decent amount of intrigue to make it an interesting match.

Predictions for NWF National Wrestling, Locked & Loaded NWF British Tag Team Titles: Future X (Petey Barnes & Eric Future) vs JK Lee & Padraig O'Hearne Future X had a big upset leading into the titles match and I just like them more. Landon Mallory vs Joey Beauchamp This is a coin flip in my books NWF Cruiserweight Championship: Welsh Dragon vs Brilliant White Dangermouth vs ??? Always back the ??? in a debut match NWF British Heavyweight Championship: Nate Manchester vs Edison Silva w/ Mo Adebola Edison looks primed to be a big champion and establish the title with someone like Nate chasing him at the moment. Additional Question: Going forwards would you like predictions for weekly TV shows, or just "special presentations" (Events)? I like reading the predictions every show, but could potentially move through the shows more quickly without them. I don't mind either way, so happy to go with the majority. A. I like predicting weekly TV, leave it as is B. I'd prefer to just pick the monthly events C. I don't mind either way (Optional) Bonus question: What sign would you bring to the show? Heartbreakers leave me Heartbroken!

_____________________________________ Recipe for Disaster _____________________________________ Vortex The opening promo was taken away from Bruce tonight, instead Vortex would be addressing his latest challenger Jake D’Angelo who had laid down a challenge last month. Vortex made an unlikely entrance to the ring delivering the promo in person instead of on the TitanTron. “In the cosmic realm a challenger has emerged. Not chosen, but instead forced. The hand of the cosmic being forced does not bother the Vortex. Jake, you tread a path of deception, of cheats, of tricks and underhanded tactics. The cosmic forces have accepted me, to deliver its guidance to you Jake D'Angelo.” Vortex paused for a moment to pace the ring the microphone in hand as some chants can be heard from the fans, their focus was still entirely on Vortex and as soon as he spoke they became silent once more. “When you step into the cosmic arena, you will not face just an opponent. You will face an unnatural force. One that cannot be tricked, that cunning tactics will not endure. I will pierce through your veil of darkness and expose the truth of you.” The fans ate up the chance of seeing Vortex in the ring, even if it was only for a promo. _____________________________________ vs Big Rig vs Rusty Mills Rusty Mills was looking to gain some momentum after last months beat down by Lone Rider. Big Rig was looking to prove he has some value as a singles act as well with this being the last match left on his contract. Rusty Mills picked the big man up and delivered his Northern Lights Suplex for the victory. This was a really strong match opening match for the night. Winner: Rusty Mills Rating: 53 _____________________________________ Rusty Mills & Stephanie Drucker Stephanie joined her husband in the ring after victory, but it was clear the two weren’t here to celebrate the victory with the crowd. Rusty worked the crowd well with helping the fact he was labelled as the Hometown Hero. “Last month you crossed a line Lone Rider. I don’t care if you beat me down, I don’t care you used that fire poker you call a Branding Iron. I don’t care you blindsided me during my interview. You crossed the line when you let that little thing of yours grab hold of my wife. You crossed the line by putting her in harm’s way.” Stephanie caught her husbands attention as it was clear he was getting more fiery and took the microphone from him for a moment. “Rider, and Ceri. You two may have crossed that line, but you fueled the fire in our hearts. You strengthened our bond, and we realise we have overcome so much in this ring and in our personal lives together. You reminded us why we stand side by side in this ring and in life.” Stephanie after giving Rusty some time to calm down handed the microphone back to her husband. “Lone Rider, if you wanted a match you just had to ask. Instead you aren’t going to get a wrestling match, you are going to get a god damn battle. A battle that I want you to have no escape from. At Final Chapter it will be Lone Rider vs Rusty Mills inside a STEEL CAGE!” _____________________________________ vs Buckminster Snark vs Lerone Slim One half of the Groovy Tokers came out to face Buckminster Snark in a short match. Snark came out focused and before the bell even had run Buckminster was attacking Lerone Slim in the middle of the ring. Lerone didn’t get much offence in this one as Snark tapped into that aggressive streak, he had shown the last few times in backstage promos. Snark & Lerone Slim both put on good displays and impressed me in their match. Winner: Buckminster Snark Rating: 43 _____________________________________ ~ Dizzy G & Maelstrom ~ Blackwell Bush Dizzy G was cutting a decent promo taking some time to insult the fans before pointing out that two members of the previous Fatal-Four-Way elimination match he was in had been given a match against Vortex. He eagerly looked forward to his own chance before Blackwell Bush came out stating he would be next in line. Maelstrom made his presence known by running over Blackwell Bush leaving him in a heap. Dizzy G leaned down and slapped Blackwell in the face laughing at the idea of challenging him. _____________________________________ vs Diesel Dan vs Johnathan Wesker The second member of The Bad Truckers also got a chance to show off his in-ring ability tonight against Johnathan Wesker in singles action. Diesel Dan wasn’t keen on putting over Wesker, which is good because that wasn’t the plan as I wanted to thank at least one half of The Bad Truckers by giving him the win tonight. The only concern was that Diesel Dan and Johnathan Wesker couldn’t even go more than 10 minutes due to stamina concerns, although Diesel Dan looked great in the match and the two men had good chemistry together. Winner: Diesel Dan Rating: 42 _____________________________________ ~ Armando Guerrero ~ Jesse Tasman Armando Guerrero was out by the beach once again this time with a young man who had several surf boards around him and had two laid out on the sand in front of them. The long haired guy looked rather comfortable on the camera. “Hola Amigos! It is I, Armando Guerrero with your next instalment of Armando’s Aussie Adventures. Today we learn a skill that I believe every Australian knows. It is called “surfing” and no I don’t mean on the World Wide Web like all your children do.” “This Is my instructor, Jesse Tasman!” “Hey dude, welcome, welcome to Woolloomooloo my man, some of the nicest waves out here.” A small moment of Armando attempting to say Woolloomooloo incredibly unsuccessfully occurred with the laid back Jesse Tasman trying to coach him in saying it, after being unsuccessful the two moved to the surf boards on the ground. Armando was guided through the basics of surfing, starting with laying down on the board and the hop up onto his feet. Armando seemed almost like a natural as he bent his knees and got steady on the middle of the board. Armando let slip he knew how to snow board and it definitely felt similar. “Now I already know some moves, like the “Hang Ten” and the “Sushi Roll” I know the last one because it is named after my favourite cuisine. ” Jesse Tasman was shocked to hear that Armando knew what a sushi roll was and said it didn’t sound like Armando was a beginner, maybe we should get out on the waves, a chance to see Armando actually try out some basic moves on the water. The moment the ocean was mentioned Armando once again looked out at the ocean and shook his head, before abruptly turning to the camera. “That is all the time I have my Aussie Amigos! I would have loved to show you my Gnarly tricks, but sadly we just don’t have time and I am not going near the water after I watched the movie “Hammerhead”. I will see you all next time on Armando’s Aussie Adventures.” _____________________________________ vs The Runway vs Smokers & Suplexes Although not the main event, the two teams in this contest proved they could deliver last month. With the stipulation the winners would get to make it to Final Chapter. The two teams once again looked to put on a scintillating match, but focused on keeping the action in the ring so there would be a decisive winner. As it looked like both teams were reaching their limits The Devoted Souls jumped the ring and assaulted both teams at the same time causing a double disqualification result between the pair. Winners: Draw Rating: 46 _____________________________________ ~ The Devoted Souls ~ Lifeline The Devoted Souls continued the beat down of both potential opponents in the ring until Lifeline came out to assist the downed teams. The Devoted Souls made their leave through the crowd not wanting to take on six men at the same time, despite the fact four of them had been beaten down. Banky was quick to get on a microphone and lay down the challenge. “We get it, you don’t want to defend your titles in a triple threat tag-team match. That is fine with us, if you wanted to take on the Lifeline all you had to do was ask. We can do it right here and now if you want!” The crowd erupted at the idea of an impromptu title match between the two teams. Lance and Banky tried to encourage their future opponents to get back into the ring but it was clear The Devoted Souls wanted nothing to do with them tonight. _____________________________________ vs Golden Grapplers vs Adgee Cross & The Kipper This was the second time Golden Grapplers would be taking on the champion against a partner of his choosing. The second time they had the chance to prove themselves as a team. Christian Blithe and Lee Bawes continued to excel and utilise their cohesiveness as a team, and when The Kipper blind tagged Adgee who was beginning to get some momentum in the ring. Lee Bawes was the one to capitalise and eventually managed to hit the Gilded Awardplex with the assist from Christian Blithe on The Kipper for the win. This was a great final match tonight. Winner: Golden Grapplers Rating: 53 _____________________________________ ~ ~ Golden Grapplers ~ Adgee Cross ~ The Kipper Golden Grapplers celebrated their second victory against Adgee Cross as a tag-team. The pair of men made their way up the entrance ramp with Christian Blithe taking time to bow and cheer himself on as Lee Bawes was focused on Adgee Cross. While in the ring The Kipper and Adgee Cross appeared to be discussing the events of the match and the miscommunication between the two, with some frustration over the faces of both men. _____________________________________

_____________________________________ Backstage _____________________________________ Banky Bremner was bought into wrestler’s court for some transgressions backstage by Paul. The outcome was positive in the end which was great to see Banky take it in stride. _____________________________________ @John Lions I agree that S&S and The Runway don't feel like they are there but surprisingly Fuzzy is one of the most over guys in the company so it has been hard not to hot shot them into winning the titles. I agree though Lifeline seem like the only viable threat since there turn.

Agreed I am hoping for a match card to come out first.

God got me hyped for his newest partner. I didn't see D.O.A and Oliverio winning their match up. Someone from APW with a little more stature potentially changes that.

_____________________________________ Pinnacle _____________________________________ ~ Bruce the Giant ~ Adgee Cross Bruce the Giant came out with a microphone in hand wanting to discuss the events of last month, particularly what had taken place after the Main Event at the close of the show. “I’ve made it clear, that attacking a champion doesn’t put you next in line for a match with them. I don’t want people going crazy backstage thinking beating someone down is the way to earn a match with someone. That is why I am out here to announce that Christian Blithe will not get another match against the SZW Australian Champion any time soo..” Before he can finish Adgee Cross’ theme music hits and out comes the SZW Australian Champion. Adgee climbs into the ring and the champion is dwarfed significantly in size by the general manager. This was the first time I had let anyone stand side by side with the general manager for that exact reason. Giving the first time it occurs to the champion as a way to try and push his underdog status to a degree and hype up his courage of standing in the ring with anyone hopefully didn’t result in his stature discrediting him as a champion. “Bruce I respect you, and I respect your decisions. This is the second time I have been beaten down after being victorious for the SZW Championship. Somebody like me has to earn the respect of the locker room. I have to take on those people who throw their size around or take on, the challengers that want to beat me down after matches.” “Somebody like me always has to prove themselves. Somebody like me doesn’t get the luxury of resting on my intimidating size. Somebody like me has to fight tooth and nail every single night. Now I respected your decision with Lone Rider, but I want you to respect my decision. I want to fight, I want to fight two men that continued to put their hands on me. I want to beat Lee Bawes one on one. I don’t care if I have to put my title on the line. I want to show the Golden Grapplers that Adgee Cross wont just lie down, he will take the fight to them.” With that Adgee handed the microphone to Bruce and made his way out of the ring, not waiting for a response from the general manager. As he reached the top of the entrance ramp Bruce finally replied after thinking it over. “Next month you and a tag-team partner of your choice can face The Golden Grapplers, and at Sydney’s Finest the following month you get your wish. You will take on Lee Bawes, putting your title on the line.” Bruce gave the fans some time to chant for Adgee as he made his leave before focusing on the rest of tonight and primarily the tag-team division. “Tonight, at the close of the show I will finally name the two teams who will be taking on The Devoted Souls at Final Chapter. I must say there are a lot of teams on the cusp of that match, and tonight we will find out just who deserves the chance to take on the champions.” _____________________________________ vs Armando Guerrero vs Lone Rider Lone Rider came out second after the previous segment, making sure to come out last so not to cross paths with Adgee Cross or Bruce the Giant. Lone Rider got to take on one of the fan favourites in Armando Guerrero tonight in what was an impressive match before ended it with the Dusty Trail Takedown. A good showing from a former champion and Armando Guerrero who was getting a good reaction from his Aussie Amigos. Winner: Lone Rider Rating: 47 _____________________________________ ~ Delbert DeGeorge ~ The Kipper Delbert DeGeorge came out and introduced a man who really need no introduction as he was the inaugural SZW Australian Champion The Kipper had made his triumphant return last month to save Adgee Cross. Delbert wasn’t going to pull any punches with his interview tonight and straight away led with the big question. Would The Kipper be Adgee Cross’ tag-team partner next month? The Kipper let the fans at ringside deliver his answer, and it was a resounding “Yes!” Delbert DeGeorge then asked about why he had been gone so long and The Kipper was a lot more tight lipped about that, saying when he feels the time is right he will share that with the not only Delbert but all of the fans that make SZW such an amazing place. The Kipper finished the segment by letting the fans know “He ain’t dead yet.” _____________________________________ vs Lifeline vs The Bad Truckers The Bad Truckers were coming off their loss last month and Lifeline were developing a recent win streak seeing the change in name as a team. Lifeline were up against not only more experienced individuals but also a more experienced tag-team as they came crashing into The Bad Truckers. Getting a match up against a team that can go in the ring had a great effect for them with Lifeline putting in a decent performance, particularly Banky. While Diesel Dan also looked amazing. Winners: Lifeline Rating: 49 _____________________________________ ~ ~ Rusty Mills & Stephanie Drucker ~ Delbert DeGeorge ~ Lone Rider & Ceri Dordevich Rusty Mills was backstage with his wife being interviewed by Delbert DeGeorge the hometown sweethearts getting a decent reaction from the crowd. Delbert had one question, or at least focus and that was on Lone Rider who laid down the challenge last month to Rusty Mills. Before Rusty could even formally accept the challenge, he was attacked from the side by Lone Rider who almost ran straight over Rusty. Stephanie looked to get involved as Ceri warned her off, Lone Rider delivered some sickening shots with the branding iron that appeared to be his go to weapon while in DIW. After Rusty Mills was out for the count, his focus changed to Stephanie Drucker who just wanted to help her husband. Ceri held onto Stephanie as Lone Rider got right into her face menacingly, almost yelling into her face directly as she grimaced. “You can tell Rusty, I don’t care what the hell Bruce has to say about people beating down someone not going to get them the match they want. I will keep beating down Rusty every single night until I get a match with him. If that doesn’t get Rusty to accept the match, I will beat you next.” Ceri tossed Stephanie down onto her husband as he laid on the ground beaten before standing over her as she pulled Lone Rider embracing him with a laugh delivering the final line in the promo. “Pathetic.” _____________________________________ vs Jake D’Angelo vs Toasty Bonnar Jake D’Angelo hadn’t had the greatest success in the ring but he was certainly showing he could be a reliable hand within the squared circle. This was his chance to show what he could do without someone to guide him. It wasn’t the worst match, but clear he isn’t the guy. Jake D’Angelo picked up the win after hitting a low blow while the referee was distracted. Winner: Jake D’Angelo Rating: 37 _____________________________________ Jake D’Angelo Jake got the microphone after celebrating his second solo win in the company. “I want Vortex. I will throw myself to whatever cosmic lord I need to, to become the chosen one. Vortex I was the second last man eliminated in that Elimination Fatal-Four-Way match to determine you contender. Now you may have beaten the winner, but three others from that match remain. I am one of them, I am the closest to the previous challenger. Whatever forces compel you; I am compelling them. Give me a match for the SZW Sydney Championship." _____________________________________ vs Lloyd Banks vs Peril Lloyd Banks who was impressive in his one-off match earlier in the year got another shot to be the local talent. This time he got the chance to put over me, which was exciting. Now I clearly am not Rusty Mills and the match wasn’t going to be close. I dominated the entire match if I do say so, ending the match in quick order with the Rebound Boot, putting a quick end to the match. Winner: Peril Rating: 30 _____________________________________ Buckminster Snark Snark was backstage in what appeared to be his own dressing room that was lavishly adorned, resting in his Armani suit. He clearly hadn’t come to the show tonight to wrestle, instead he had his feet up enjoying the night as a member of the ring stage team entered the scene with drinks in hand. “The whiskey for you Mr. Snark, and the Fruit Tingle… Was that for a lady?” He asked curiously as he started to place the drinks down on the table, wondering if the fancy fruity cocktail would be for someone else. “It’s for her, of course its for her. She may not be here, but I respect her. I always order her drink. I always do, I am a gentleman. What if she came in here? What would she drink? You think I want to share my Whiskey neat, with an orange peel rubbed against the rim of the glass? No! That is far to harsh for my beauty? How dare you even suggest such a thing!?” Buckminster was standing now, the petrified crew member tried to apologise about even hinting at the idea before Buckminster smashed the glass of Fruit Tingle into the poor crew members face. Snark grabbed his own drink and looked to do the same again, but instead grabbed the crew member by the scruff of his shirt collar, before lifting and smashing him back through the glass coffee table he had his feet on moments earlier. To his credit Snark did not spill a drop of his whiskey and as he stood proudly over his handy work he took a sip from the drink made by the crew member. _____________________________________ vs The Runway vs Smokers & Suplexes Two teams that I knew could perform in the ring were given the Main Event for the night, in the hope that not only would they deliver a resounding performance but shed some more light on the tag-team division as a whole. This match allowed them to push their limits in the ring and show off both teams complete arsenals. The finish came on the outside of the ring as the two teams ended up beating each other senseless with Brown Snake delivering a suplex on the outside to XS. Michel Bernard proceeded to take down Snake with a DDT, and then finally Fuzzy Freeman tackled Michel on the outside sending both men through a barricade. Leaving all four men of the match laid out at the ringside giving the referee no choice but to count out both teams. XS seemed to struggle with the rest of the guys in the ring. Winner: Draw Rating: 50 _____________________________________ Bruce the Giant Bruce made his way out of the backstage area surveying the two teams that were struggling to pull themselves together after what wasn’t just a match between The Runway and Smokers & Suplexes. It was a battle between two teams who didn’t want to give up on this chance. “I have to be honest, I am disappointed. While that match delivered I had hoped it would help me narrow down my second choice tonight. I will address that in a second, but the first choice. The choice and first team that can punch their ticket to SZW Final Chapter to take on the SZW Tag-Team Champions. The first team will be Lifeline!” The crowd cheered knowing how much it meant to the pair of wrestlers in the back to hear that announcement be made, before the fans were wondering who the second team would be in the match. With chants for Smokers & Suplexes and The Runway duelling amongst the crowd. One fan could be heard shouting “Groovy Tokers” in between the chants. “There will be one more match between The Runway and Smokers & Suplexes to decide who gets the coveted spot at Final Chapter.” _____________________________________

_____________________________________ Backstage _____________________________________ Adgee Cross Adgee Cross had increased his size to Lightweight. He bulked up but still looked incredibly muscular. He was excited to show off the new bulked up physique this month. Adgee was taking the role of champion seriously as he looked great when I saw him backstage. _____________________________________ @619 Yeah, I love now I can do some call backs to where people can talk about previous matches or there is more depth and history on the roster. It makes it a lot nicer to run storylines and intertwine those stories together. I agree I have a lot of guys who are in the wings waiting for their turns to join a storyline or have their own. It is a bit disappointing, but does allow to keep things fresh between people. I am also liking Diesel Dan, he may stay longer potentially but we will see how I go with him. @newbiezness @John Lions I am glad The Kipper return went over really well. I wasn't sure if I was going to bring him back, and I was going to keep him around on the Pre-Show and luckily I just felt there was the right time for him. I agree the assessment of The Bad Truckers and looking back I kind of wish that was the intention as they are quite over. I just needed them to look a bit stronger. I use the division, but the light one so I can definitely do Face vs Face and Heel vs Heel matches as I think those stories are just as good to tell. Bad people don't necessarily like other bad guys.

God that poster looks amazing. I am holding a lot of my thoughts back for the Hardcore Hallelujah match card after the go-home show incase there are any twists.

Tag Team Tournament Semi Final: Jon Michael Sharp & Martin Heath vs JK Lee & Padraig O'Hearne Dangermouth vs Jonni Leyland Cruiserweight Showcase: Welsh Dragon vs Bali Daljit vs Leighton Buzzard vs Stardust Phil Cox Cruiserweight Showcase: Cain Carlile vs Grant Taypen vs Chuck Frisby vs Brilliant White Nate Manchester vs Dwayne Dark