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  1. <p><strong>Saturday, week 2, January</strong></p><p> <iframe width="560" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/CAG2VMI-ZTY" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></p><p> </p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/JoeyStyles.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Tazz.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Hello and welcome to ECW Blood, Sweat and Beers. I'm Joey Styles and, as always, alongside me is former World Heavyweight Champion and ECW Triple Crown winner, Taz.</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Thanks for the intro, Joey.</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong>Tonight we will se "The New Frachise" get his hands on that traitorous, no good Italian... Vito Thomaselli.</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> No doubt, Joey. But it looks like Burhcill has got some girl troubles in that regard.</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> A fair point, Taz. Sure, enough Kelly Thomaselli seems to be against the idea of her borther and her boyfriend squaring off.</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> And, in fairness to her, Joey, you gotta see how difficult that prospect is for her! But, one way or another, Vito and Burchill will square off tonight alongside their tag partners: the new champ, Chris Hero, and Taker.</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Absolutely... two men who will battle for the World Heavyweight Championship at Living Dangerously! Not to mention the fact that The Nest will finally taste their own medicine as, at last, it seems it will be them who are on the wrong side of a numbers game.</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Oh, I'm pumped, Joey! Let's get to it.</p><p> </p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Rhyno.jpg</span>vs.<span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ChristopherDaniels.jpg</span></p><p> Rhino flat-out dominates with the crowd fully behind him.</p><p> Daniels never sees an offensive move.</p><p> In the ninth minute, he sets up "The Fallen Angel" for a Rhino Driver.</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>But Nate Hatred and the Sinister Minister emerge from the crowd.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/NateHatred.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/JamesMitchell.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> Rhino sees them coming and, as Hatred approaches the apron, The Man Beast releases Daniels and rebonds off the opposite ropes.</p><p> Hatred is Gored off the apron, colliding with the steel guard rail.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> OH MY OOD!</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> We've said it before, Joey. The Man Beast is on the warpath!</p><p> </p><p> As Mitchell checks on his client outside, Daniels staggers to his feet in the ring.</p><p> Rhino turns... GORE!</p><p> 1...2...3!</p><p> <strong>Match Rating:</strong> B-</p><p> </p><p> <em>Rhino climbs out to ringside to confront Hatred but ECW's "Most Extreme Athlete" and his manager make a quick exit.</em></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>RVD and Traci burst into Juventud Guerrera's locker room backstage.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/JuventudGuerrera.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/FrancineTV.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/RobVanDam.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/TracyBrooks2.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>RVD:</strong> Juvi, what the hell was that on Monday?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Guerrera:</strong> What?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>RVD:</strong> First, you come out and act all honourable, saying you want to be a fair and fighting champion and then you attack me from behind!</p><p> </p><p> <em>Guerrera and Francie look at each other confused.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Guerrera:</strong> I have no idea what you're talking about, Rob. You were the one acting strange... you didn't even ready for our match.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Traci:</strong> Because he'd been blindsided with a steel chair!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Francine:</strong> Trace, we honestly have no cl...</p><p> </p><p> <strong>RVD:</strong> Look... I have no idea what screwed up little mind games you're trying to pull but it won't work on Mister Rob Van Dam! I don't let things get to me and I don't get confrontational. No need when I can do my talkig in the ring. You see, I've cleared it with Paul E and, at Living Dangerously it will be Juventud Guerrera defending that World Television Championsip against....</p><p> </p><p> <em>RVD points his thumbs.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>RVD:</strong> Rob Van Dam. Let's go, Trace.</p><p> </p><p> <em>RVD and Traci walk out, leaving Guerrera and Francine looking slightly perplexed.</em></p><p> </p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/MeikoSatomura.jpg</span>vs.<span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Jazz.jpg</span></p><p> The two Lionesses put on a very strong match.</p><p> It is evenly contested and a hard-hitting, stiff spectacle.</p><p> Meiko Satomura wins with a Death Valley Bomb in the eighth minute.</p><p> <strong>Match Rating:</strong> C</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>Vito Thomaselli heads to the ring to huge jeers.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/VitoThomaselli2.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Vito:</strong> Yeah boo me... Boo me you turncoat motherf**kers! Revel in this new era of ECW and boo me!</p><p> </p><p> <em>He shakes his head.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Vito:</strong> Never mind the fact that, during Raven's reign of terror, I was the guy that beat him clean... that I should have taken the World Title long before Paul F**king Burchill got his push. And you idiots cheer a backstage politician hak like him rather than someone like me who has come out each and every night and busted my ass to entertain you. And you gullible f**kers think your "smart" marks!</p><p> </p><p> <em>The boos continue.</em></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>The New Franchise appears at the entrance-way to huge cheers.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/PaulBurchillNF.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/KellyNF.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ShaneDouglasNF.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Burchill:</strong> How's this working for you, Vito? This self-pitying bullsh*t?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Vito:</strong> You shut your f**king mouth!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Burchill:</strong> Oh, no... if you're gonna be "mister shoot" and get on these fans' backs about kayfabe and their being "gullible", you could at least tell the full story.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Vito:</strong> ...and you're gonna be so objective?!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Burchill:</strong> You've had your say about six times over. So, why don't you shut your mouth and get things straight? You and I were the new era. We were going to main event November To Remembers together. We were going to be ECW for a new generation of fans and, because you couldn't swallow your damn pride, you pissed all over that and, now, you want to drag this whole company down with you.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Vito:</strong> In case you missed it, Paolo, you were headliing November to Remember. I was stuck in the midcard.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Burchill:</strong> Oh, what your matches with Punk didn't get you over? Who the f**k had heard of Vito Thomaselli eighteen months ago. Paul E made you! He made me too! And just because he didn't give you the strap at "the right time" you're going to throw your toys out the pram?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Vito:</strong> F**k you!</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>Paul Heyman emerges.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/PaulHeyman.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Heyman:</strong> Oh, would you both shut the hell up! I've got one of you seemingly intent on destroying any ounce of kayfabe left in this industry and the other more than willing to react like a petulant child! If this is such a big deal, if this is "real" animosity then settle it in the ring. No stipulations; no nothing. Shoot fight for all I care.</p><p> </p><p> <em>Vito stares at Burchill.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Vito:</strong> Oh, I'm just waiting to kick this idiot's ass!</p><p> </p><p> <em>Kelly takes Burchill by the hand.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Kelly:</strong> Paul, please... don't.</p><p> </p><p> <em>Burchill looks hesitant.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Heyman:</strong> Oh, god damn it, Franchise! Either way you've got him in at tag team match in the main event tonight. And perhaps you could think about making a decision.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Oh, man, is Burchill caught in a tough situation?</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> It's a shame... someone really needs to shut Vito's mouth!</p><p> </p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/CMPunk.jpg</span>vs.<span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Tajiri.jpg</span></p><p> The two men combine for a solid match.</p><p> Punk stays in control, winning with a GTS in the twelfth minute.</p><p> <strong>Match Rating:</strong> B</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>The rest of the Nest head to the ring and Punk picks up a mic.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/CMPunk.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/AlexisLaree.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Abyss2.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/TheGiant.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Punk:</strong> The Nest has been in somewhat of an adjustment period as of late... It is to be expected that when a spiritual father and mentor like Raven leaves his children to fly on their own. But we are sick and tired of our recent fortunes and we will live up to the legacy that he bestowed upon us. A promised land exists where the Nest will, once again, control their very destiny... where the Lioness, Tag Team and World Heavyweight Titles return to our father's chosen ones. So it is written; so it shall come to p...</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>The Dudley Dynasty emerge from the back.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/BubbaRayDudley.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/D-VonDudley.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/DickDudley.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/DaizyDudley.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/SlykDudley.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/VoodooDudley.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/BanzaiDudley.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>D-Von:</strong> Oh no, most unrighteous one... Indeed there exists a promised land but it does not concern your fallen leader, Raven.</p><p> </p><p> <em>D-Von hands the mic to his son.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>STD:</strong> You see, Martin Luther Dudley had a dream that, one day, the Dudley family would rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed.</p><p> </p><p> <em>The whole clan chant as one.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Dudleys:</strong> We hold these truths to be self-evident: that all Dudleyz are created equal.</p><p> </p><p> <em>Slyk Tayshaun leads them in service again.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>STD:</strong> He had a dream that one day the city of Dudleyville... a city sweltering with the heat of flaming tables, would be transformed into an oasis of freedom and justice.</p><p> </p><p> <em>His family look at him.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>STD:</strong> ...for Dudleys.</p><p> </p><p> <em>They now nod along.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Daizy:</strong> And you see, Punk, we cannot very well live up to the meaning of our creed... where all Dudleys of all colours, sizes, sexes and mothers are equal when you present a constant reminder of the misogyny and iniquitous heirarchy inherent in the system!</p><p> </p><p> <em>Dick's mouth falls open.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Dick:</strong> Huh?</p><p> </p><p> <em>Daizy kisses him on the cheek.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Daizy:</strong> Go kick the bad men's asses, okay hun?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Dick:</strong> Yess'um.</p><p> </p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/BubbaRayDudley.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/D-VonDudley.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/DickDudley.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/SlykDudley.jpg</span>vs.<span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Abyss2.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/TheGiant.jpg</span></p><p> Punk and Alexis are unceremoniously pulled from the ring by Daizy, Voodoo and Banzai.</p><p> As they seek to escape a 3-on-2 beating on the outside, their monsters are taken apart in the ring.</p><p> Not even the sheer size of Goliath and Abyss is enough to counteract four angry Dudleys.</p><p> In the twelfth minute, D-Von and STD slide out to get the tables.</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>But as they re-enter the Briscoes slide in with steel chairs.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/JayBriscoe.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/MarkBriscoe.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> It's the Briscoe Brothers!</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> And they're clearing house, Joe!</p><p> </p><p> Sure enough, The Briscoes start taking the steel to the Dudley Dynasty.</p><p> Chair shot to Slyk.</p><p> Chair Shot to Dick Jr.</p><p> Goliath now grabs Bubba Ray...</p><p> CHOKESLAM!</p><p> And Abyss grabs D-Von...</p><p> ...Black Hole Slam!</p><p> 1...2...3!</p><p> <strong>Match Rating:</strong> B-</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> The Nest have won this one.</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> ...with a little help from the Briscoes.</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>Nate Hatred and the Sinister Minister are backstage for a promo.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/NateHatred.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/JamesMitchell.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Mitchell:</strong> Rhino... you may think you are the most dominant force in this company but you are looking at the "New Main Event" and ECW's "Most Extreme Athlete", Nate Hatred. Nate is making a career out of ending those of the hardcore icons he encounters and, at Living Dangerously, you will suffer the same fate as Masato Tanaka, The Sandman and Sabu!</p><p> </p><p> <em>Mitchell laugs demonically as Hatred just stares into the camera.</em></p><p> </p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/PaulBurchillNF2.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Taker.jpg</span>vs.<span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ChrisHeroWorld.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/VitoThomaselli2.jpg</span></p><p> The main event is an even, solid bout.</p><p> However, neither Burchill nor Calaway can get their hands on the opponent they really want.</p><p> In the fourteenth minute, Burchill sets up Vito for the C-4.</p><p> But the young Italian kicks him below the belt.</p><p> He gives a middle finger to the "new Franchise" as the fans jeer.</p><p> Vito Driver!</p><p> 1...2...3!</p><p> <strong>Match Rating:</strong> B+</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Vito just stole a pinfall over Paul Burchill.</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> And that's after robbing him of the World title... but unless he accepts the challenge that Paul E has laid down, there may not be a lot he can do.</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> And, yet, still, after all this, Kelly still doesn't want them to fight.</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> It is her brother, Joey... and her boyfriend!</p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:14px;"><strong><span style="color:#00BFFF;">Show Rating:</span></strong></span><span style="font-size:14px;"> B</span></p>
  2. <p>Have a look here:</p><p> </p><p> <a href="http://greydogsoftware.com/forum/showthread.php?p=455691#post455691" rel="external nofollow">http://greydogsoftware.com/forum/showthread.php?p=455691#post455691</a></p><p> </p><p> The reason Bret Hart hasn't featured in my recent writing is because he's pissed at putting over other talent and is likely to jump soon. But then, he'll have to retire soon anyway... Owen's already hung them up.</p><p> </p><p> Quote The Raven</p><p> Nevermore</p>
  3. <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="ThriceP86" data-cite="ThriceP86" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="5246" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><strong>Rhino</strong> vs. Christopher Daniels<p> </p><p> <strong>Meiko Satomura</strong> vs. Jazz</p><p> </p><p> The Nest vs. <strong>The Dudey Dynasty</strong></p><p> </p><p> <strong>CM Punk</strong> vs. Yoshihiro Tajiri</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Paul Burchill & Mark Calaway</strong> vs. Vito Thomaselli & Chris Hero</p><p> </p><p> Wow, nice mix of talent in this diary. I like it!</p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> Haha yeah.</p><p> </p><p> Game worlds been going since '94. WCW went out of business (about 2002 I think but I canae remember right now). So, now the rosters of ECW and WWF are just stacked <img alt=":D" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/biggrin.png.929299b4c121f473b0026f3d6e74d189.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" />. To the extent that when I converted to a new game version a few years back, I added a new company just to spread out the talent.</p><p> </p><p> Good to have you on board!</p><p> </p><p> Quote The Raven</p><p> Nevermore</p>
  4. <p></p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong><em>From ECW.com</em></strong></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="5246" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:36px;"><strong>Confirmed for:</strong></span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/BSBlogo.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:18px;"><strong>Rhino vs. Christopher Daniels</strong></span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Rhyno.jpg</span><span style="font-size:14px;">vs</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ChristopherDaniels.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:12px;">Well, it appears "The Man Beast" will be facing ECW's "New Main Event", Nate Hatred, at Living Dangerously in what is sure to be one of the most extreme matches of the year. In the mean time, he is set to face Christopher Daniels. Can "The Fallen Angel" score an upset or will Rhino set right his loss to Vito Thomaselli earlier this week and continue his path of destruction?</span></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Meiko Satomura vs. Jazz</strong></span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/MeikoSatomura.jpg</span><span style="font-size:14px;">vs</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Jazz.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:12px;">The newfound strength of ECW's Lioness division is evident in this match as Meiko Satomura takes on ECW's original lady of hardcore, Jazz. Having battled for the title recently, this one is set to be a slugfest.</span></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:18px;"><strong>The Nest vs. The Dudey Dynasty</strong></span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Abyss2.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/TheGiant.jpg</span><span style="font-size:14px;">vs</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/BubbaRayDudley.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/D-VonDudley.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/DickDudley.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/SlykDudley.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:12px;">We now know the numbers for the Dudleys' tag match against the Nest 4 vs... well, not quite sure. It seems Paul E has sanctioned the "Originals" and the "Second Generation" to compete. So, apparently, The Nest must find four competitors or make do. Gone are the days of Nest dominance!</span></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:18px;"><strong>CM Punk vs. Yoshihiro Tajiri</strong></span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/CMPunk.jpg</span><span style="font-size:14px;">vs</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Tajiri.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:12px;">He lost to Shawn Michaels last week, having finally competed in a fair contest. However, the "Straight Edge Superstar" returns to the ring on Blood, Sweat and Beers to take on the "Japanese Buzzsaw". It has been several weeks since Yoshihiro Tajiri has been seen on ECW TV. can he score an upset here?</span></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:24px;"><strong>Paul Burchill & Mark Calaway vs. Vito Thomaselli & Chris Hero</strong></span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/PaulBurchillNF2.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Taker.jpg</span><span style="font-size:14px;">vs</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/VitoThomaselli2.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ChrisHeroWorld.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:12px;">If you ever needed proof that Vito Thomaselli's beef with Paul Burchill was 100% real, it's this: on Blood, Sweat and Beers he teams up with the World Heavyweight Champion, Chris Hero. ECW's self-proclaimed saviour, Chris Hero, was the man who supposedly further injured Vito Thomaselli's fractured wrist. However, no longer wearing a cast, Vito claims that was just a storyline for ECW TV to which he is no longer willing to pander. He wants to take on the "The New Franchise" and it seems he's got his wish. No doubt, Burchill is equally keen to get his hands on his former friend after he was cost the World Title.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:12px;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-size:12px;"> Meanwhile, "The Soul Taker", with all his experience and history, is aiming to teach Hero a lesson in respect at Living Dangerously. He is the Number One Contender to the title but can he gain some momentum here or will the arrogant champion escape the clutches of the deadman again?</span></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:12px;"><strong>ECW Blood, Sweat & Beers; where progress is measured in pain!</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-size:12px;"><strong> Now on FX</strong></span></p></div><p></p><p>[/Quote]</p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Quick Picks:</span></strong></p><p> </p><p> Rhino vs. Christopher Daniels</p><p> </p><p> Meiko Satomura vs. Jazz</p><p> </p><p> The Nest vs. The Dudey Dynasty</p><p> </p><p> CM Punk vs. Yoshihiro Tajiri</p><p> </p><p> Paul Burchill & Mark Calaway vs. Vito Thomaselli & Chris Hero</p></div></blockquote>
  5. <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="Astil" data-cite="Astil" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="5246" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Hey, great stuff so far, but question:<p> </p><p> What year is it?</p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> It's now January 2008. Glad you're back reading, buddy. Hope all's well <img alt=";)" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/wink.png.686f06e511ee1fbf6bdc7d82f6831e53.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" />.</p><p> </p><p> Quote The Raven</p><p> Nevermore</p>
  6. <p><strong>Monday, week 2, January</strong></p><p> </p><p> <iframe width="560" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/kPBy0b9O7QU?rel=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></p><p> </p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ScottHudson.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/JoelGertner.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> Good evening and welcome to ECW Revolution. I'm Scott Hudson...</p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> ...and it is I...</p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> Oh, for crying out loud.</p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> ...The quintessential studmuffin... oh, yes...</p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> Oh, no!</p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> Joel Gertner.</p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> To say this past week in ECW was tumultuous would be an understatement, ladies and gentlemen. Vito Thomaselli, Paul Burchill's former friend, cost "The New Franchise his World Championship!</p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> And then spouted some incomprehensible nonsense on Blood, Sweat and Beers.</p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> You're one to talk... But, certainly, Vito's words on Saturday night had a real sting to them... enough to piss off the boss and, as such, he takes on Rhino here tonight.</p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> Not to mention there are two titles on the line tonight.</p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> My god!</p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> What?</p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> A productive comment from Joel Gertner!</p><p> </p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/MarkBriscoe.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/JayBriscoe.jpg</span>vs.<span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/NateHatred.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/JamesMitchell.jpg</span></p><p> The Briscoe Boys use their numbers to take the early advantage.</p><p> But it is not long before Hatred starts to dominate.</p><p> He hits a Double Decapitator Lariat for the pinfall in the tenth minute.</p><p> <strong>Match Rating:</strong> B-</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> Yet more domination from this monster!</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>As The Sinister Minister congratulates his follower, Rhino sprints to the ring to a huge pop.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Rhyno.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> It's the Man Beast!</p><p> </p><p> <em>Hatred and Mitchell bail rather than face the beast.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> ...and when a performer with the record of Nate Hatred is avoiding conflict, you know it's a behomth approaching.</p><p> </p><p> <em>Rhino picks up a mic.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Rhino:</strong> Run all you want, Nate. But, at Living Dangerously, I will break the streak. I WILL F**K YOU UP NATE! WHAT YOU DID TO SABU AND SANDMAN WILL PALE IN COMPARISON TO THE PUNISHMENT THAT AWAITS YOU!</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>Rob Van Dam and Traci are talking in their locker room.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/RobVanDam.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/TracyBrooks2.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Traci:</strong> How you feeling?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>RVD:</strong> Good. Looking forward to claiming that TV strap all over again.</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>Juventud Guerrera bursts in with a chair.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/JuviGuerreraMask.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <em>The luchadore levels RVD with the steel as Traci jumps with shock.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Traci:</strong> What the hell?!</p><p> </p><p> <em>Guerrera slams the edge of the chair into Van Dam's knee and walks out, not saying a word.</em></p><p><em> </em></p><p><em> The camera cuts back to ringside.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> What the hell was that?!</p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> That was a good, old-fashioned beatdown, Scotty boy.</p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> But what on Earth has gotten into Guerrera? One minute he talks about being a fair and fighting champion and the next...</p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> Speaking of beatdowns.</p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> Do NOT go there!</p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="color:#FF0000;">ECW Lioness Championship Match</span></strong></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ECWLioness.jpg</span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/AlexisLaree.jpg</span>vs.<span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/NattyLioness.jpg</span></p><p> the two lionesses combine for a solid opening to the match which the fans begin to get into.</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>However, Monsters Inc. make a somewhat inevitable interference.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Abyss2.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/TheGiant.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> Oh come on... they're interfering in Lioness matches now? How is that right?</p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> Right or wrong, I'd gladly to interfere with both of them.</p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> Goliath and Abyss?!</p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> No! What the hell is wrong with you?! I worry about you, Scotty.</p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> In present company, I worry about me too.</p><p> </p><p> The Monsters slide in and Abyss menacingly grabs Nathalie by the hair.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> Oh, come on!</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>Suddenly, a platoon of Dudleys jumps over the guardrail.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/BubbaRayDudley.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/D-VonDudley.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/DaizyDudley.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/DickDudley.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/SlykDudley.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/VoodooDudley.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/BanzaiDudley.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> They slide in start and to beat the monsters down.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> It's the Dudleys!</p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> Why are they out here? We don't know where they've been!</p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> Dudleyville, I presume.</p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> Not what I meant, Scotty.</p><p> </p><p> As the Dudley men kick the crap out of Abyss and Goliath, Daizy and Voodoo slide tables into the ring from opposite sides.</p><p> Ultimo Dudley II sets them both up.</p><p> D-Von whips Abyss to the ropes as Dick Jr. does the same to Goliath.</p><p> The Original Dudleys and The Second Generation hit simultaneous 3Ds through the two tables.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> Two 3Ds!</p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> ...or a 3D in 3D!</p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> ...or not.</p><p> </p><p> STD locks in the Boston Crabs on Goliath.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> Goliath's got crabs!</p><p> </p><p> Amidst the chaos, Nathalie follows suit locking in the Sharpshooter on Alexis.</p><p> The challenger is forced to tap.</p><p> <strong>Match Rating:</strong> C</p><p> </p><p> <em>D-Von grabs a mic.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>D-Von:</strong> We are out here because... because...</p><p> </p><p> <em>He looks blank. He turns to Bubba for backup.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Bubba:</strong> I just came for the tables.</p><p> </p><p> <em>Dick Jr. giggles, looking at his crotch.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Dick:</strong> I think I did too!</p><p> </p><p> <em>Daizy flashes an unimpressed glance at her boyfriend.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Voodoo:</strong> Damn it, fool, did I not tell you why we were coming out here? I mean did I not say exactly why we were coming out here? I mean, in the name of all that is...</p><p> </p><p> <strong>D-Von:</strong> DAMN IT DEJA! Just tell me again already.</p><p> </p><p> <em>Voodoo Dudley hands a note to Dick Jr.</em></p><p><em> He begins to read it in a childlike voice, apparently struggling with his reading comprehension.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Dick:</strong> We... the doo... dootiful citizens of Dudelyville, respect our women.</p><p> </p><p> <em>STD flashes a quizzical glance at his father. D-Von only shrugs.</em></p><p><em> Voodoo raises a hand to her child and, looking frightened, he begins to nod along.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Dick:</strong> We unequ... unequi... unequi...</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Voodoo:</strong> Unequivocally.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Dick:</strong> ...unequivocally wish to nail them and stimulate their holes.</p><p> </p><p> <em>The men all nod in agreement.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Voodoo:</strong> You damn fool! It says "Hail them and stimulate their hopes"!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>STD:</strong> Well why did you give it to him to read, then?</p><p> </p><p> <em>Voodoo snatches the paper back and hands it to her Japanese nephew.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Banzai:</strong> In Duddereeviw, we aim to plop-a-gate lacial and jendar equarritee.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Daizy:</strong> GIVE ME THE DAMN PAPER!</p><p> </p><p> <em>Ultimo Dudley II looks offended.</em></p><p><em> Dick comforts his cousin.</em></p><p><em> Daizy looks through the note and tosses it away.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Daizy:</strong> This is a matter of principle, right here. Tell them, Voodoo.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Voodoo:</strong> Alexis, I've been in wars with you before but the real Dudley war is against the Nest's ill-treatment of women. I said the Nest's ill treatment of women. Of Women I said.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>D-Von:</strong> DEJA!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Voodoo:</strong> Sending two monsters out to attack a woman. What the hell is wrong with you?!</p><p> </p><p> <em>All seven Dudleys shake their heads in disgust.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>D-Von:</strong> So, Monsters Inc, Nest... whatever the f**k your called... we're challenging you to a tag team match for Blood, Sweat and Beers for... for... </p><p> </p><p> <em>He looks at Bubba again.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Bubba:</strong> Just here for the tables... just here for the tables.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>D-Von:</strong> Well, whatever reason she just said.</p><p> </p><p> <em>Voodoo clips D-Von round the ear.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>D-Von:</strong> You choose the numbers boys, it really don't matter. OH MY BROTHER... TESTIFY!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Bubba:</strong> THOU SHALT NOT F**K WITH THE D... D... D... D... D... D...</p><p> </p><p> <em>D-Von now clips his brother.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Bubba:</strong> D... D... D... D...</p><p> </p><p> <strong>D-Von:</strong> Ugh... Banzai.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Banzai:</strong> THOU SHAO NOT F**K WITH THE DUDDEREES!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> I'm in a mental asylum, I swear to god.</p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> Now you know how I feel.</p><p> </p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ShawnMichaels2.jpg</span>vs.<span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/CMPunk.jpg</span></p><p> The two men combine for a great bout.</p><p> After their earlier beating, the monsters do not appear, resulting in an even, hard-fought display.</p><p> In the fourteenth minute, Punk whips Michaels to the ropes...</p><p> But it is reversed... SWEET CHIN MUSIC!</p><p> 1...2...3!</p><p> <strong>Match Rating:</strong> B+</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> He did it! He finally got the win over Punk he was after!</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>"The New Franchise" is seen storming through a corridoor backstage.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/PaulBurchillNF.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/KellyNF.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ShaneDouglasNF.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Burchill:</strong> Where the f**k is he?! I'm gonna kill him! I'M GONNA F**KING KILL HIM!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Kelly:</strong> Paul, please, calm down!</p><p> </p><p> <em>Burchill, furious, turns to face her.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Burchill:</strong> CALM DOWN?! YOU EXPECT ME TO CALM DOWN?! When that little prick...</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Kelly:</strong> HE'S MY BROTHER, PAUL!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Burchill:</strong> I COULDN'T GIVE A F**K IF HE'S YOUR BROTHER!</p><p> </p><p> <em>Kelly starts to cry.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Burchill:</strong> WHERE THE F**K IS YOUR LOYALTY TO ME?</p><p> </p><p> <em>Kelly snaps.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Kelly:</strong> I DON'T WANT TO SEE EITHER OF YOU GET HURT, PAUL! BUT JUST WHO THE F**K AM I STANDING WITH RIGHT NOW?</p><p> </p><p> <em>She goes to slap him but Burchill catches her by the wrist.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Kelly:</strong> HOW THE HELL DO YOU QUESTION MY LOYALTY TO YOU?! How are you so f**king spiteful?</p><p> </p><p> <em>She pulls her wrist free and storms off.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Burchill:</strong> Kelly... I...</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Douglas:</strong> Paul... it's her brother, you idiot!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Burchill:</strong> I know... what I said was uncalled for. I know.</p><p> </p><p> <em>The camera cuts back to ringside.</em></p><p> </p><p> <span style="color:#FF0000;"><strong>ECW Television Championship Match</strong></span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ECWTVBelt.jpg</span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/TracyBrooks2.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/RobVanDam.jpg</span>vs.<span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/JuventudGuerrera.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/FrancineTV.jpg</span></p><p> In now customary fashion, Guerrera wears his mask for his entrance but takes it off for the match.</p><p> RVD is on shaky legs throughout thanks to the earlier assault.</p><p> At first, the champion seems unwilling to go all-out.</p><p> However, he still takes the advantage, winning with a Juvi Driver in the twelfth minute.</p><p> <strong>Match Rating:</strong> B</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>The Nest is backstage.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/CMPunk.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/AlexisLaree.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/TheGiant.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Abyss2.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Punk:</strong> And where the f**k were you?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Goliath:</strong> Getting our asses handed to us by about twenty two hundred angry inbreds in case you missed it! And now they want a tag team match on Saturday!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Punk:</strong> Oh, you've got to be kidding me... you're a seven foot, five hundred pound monster and you sound... scared... of the Dudleys.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Goliath:</strong> There are seven of them!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Punk:</strong> There are four of us... and, besides, two of them are women.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Goliath:</strong> Firstly, I question if Voodoo is a woman... or a man... or... never mind! Secondly, Alexis is a woman. So, even by the male count, its still five on 3.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Punk:</strong> You're right.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Goliath:</strong> Oh, of course you'd say that but... wait. What?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Punk:</strong> You're right.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Alexis:</strong> We need back up.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Punk:</strong> We do... and you two need to start acting like the monsters you are!</p><p> </p><p> <em>The camera cuts back to ringside.</em></p><p> </p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/VitoThomaselli2.jpg</span>vs.<span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Rhyno.jpg</span></p><p> As ever, Rhino looks like a man possessed and dominates Vito in the early going.</p><p> However, as has come to be expected, the feisty young Italian fights back, with the use of a few cheap tricks here and there.</p><p> In the fifteenth minute, Rhino sets up Vito for a Rhino Driver.</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>Nate Hatred emerges from the crowd.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/NateHatred.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> Rhino drops Vito to meet "The New Main Event".</p><p> However, Hatred stays at ringside as Rhino threatens him from the ring.</p><p> Suddenly, Vito rolls up Rhino from behind.</p><p> 1...2...</p><p> He gets his feet on the middle rope for leverage.</p><p> ...3!</p><p> <strong>Match Rating:</strong> B+</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> Damn it! Vito steals one against Rhino!</p><p> </p><p> <em>Rhino darts to his feet but Vito makes a quick exit up the aisle-way.</em></p><p><em> Rhino turns his attention from Vito back to Nate Hatred who is already in the ring...</em></p><p><em> ...DECAPITATOR LARIAT!</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> Oh!</p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> And with a sickening thud, Rhino is down!</p><p> </p><p> <em>Vito smiles as he heads towards the back.</em></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>Until he is greeted by Paul Burchill.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/PaulBurchillNF.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <em>The pop is enormous.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> It's "The New Franchise"!</p><p> </p><p> <em>Burchill lands a haymaker on Vito.</em></p><p><em> And another.</em></p><p><em> And another.</em></p><p><em> He lifts the young Italian up in a Military Press and carries him to the edge of the entrance stage.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> Uh-oh! He's going to throw Vito through the mesh and into the electrical equipment!</p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> Couldn't happen to a nicer guy...</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>But Kelly appears from the back.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/KellyNF.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Kelly:</strong> Paul, please. Please...</p><p> </p><p> <em>Burchill looks at Kelly...</em></p><p><em> ...and slams Vito down on the stage.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> He took mercy. Wouldn't you for such a fine piece of a...</p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> For god's sake Joel! But, yes... Paul Burchill has spared Vito a worse fate... but it only makes you wonder how this dispute will end.</p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:14px;"><strong><span style="color:#FF0000;">Show Rating:</span></strong></span><span style="font-size:14px;"> B</span></p>
  7. <p>New branding, this time for Revolution. Sadly, I blew pretty much all the decent clips of Vito Thomaselli on the web in the Blood, Sweat and Beers vid <img alt="" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/tongue.png.ceb643b2956793497cef30b0e944be28.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" />.</p><p> </p><p> <iframe width="560" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/kPBy0b9O7QU?rel=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></p><p> </p><p> Show should be up tomorrow <img alt="" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/wink.png.686f06e511ee1fbf6bdc7d82f6831e53.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" />.</p><p> </p><p> Quote The Raven</p><p> Nevermore</p>
  8. <p></p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong><em>From ECW.com</em></strong></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="5246" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="color:#FF0000;"><span style="font-size:36px;"><strong>Confirmed for Revolution:</strong></span></span></p><p> </p><p> <span style="color:#FF0000;"><span style="font-size:14px;">ECW World Television Championship Match</span></span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ECWTVBelt.jpg</span></p><p> <span style="font-size:24px;"><strong>Rob Van Dam vs. Juventud Guerrera</strong></span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/TracyBrooks2.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/RobVanDam.jpg</span><span style="font-size:14px;">vs</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/JuventudGuerrera.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/FrancineTV.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:12px;">Juventud Guerrera's impressive run of form since claiming the World Television Title in November has continued in recent weeks. Of course, RVD is the longest reigning Television Champion in ECW history and he has challenged the current champ to this match. Wanting to live up to the name and the legacy of the belt, the luchadore has willingly accepted.</span></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <span style="color:#FF0000;"><span style="font-size:14px;">ECW Lioness Championship Match</span></span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ECWLioness.jpg</span></p><p> <span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Alexis vs. Nathalie</strong></span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/AlexisLaree.jpg</span><span style="font-size:14px;">vs</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/NattyLioness.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:12px;">Losing her title in the singles six way match at Got Blood?, Alexis has been determined to teach a lesson to her former partner since. She failed to do so on Blood, Sweat and Beers but, seemingly, Paul E has granted Alexis' request for another rematch. That may have something to do with another match on Revolution's card. Nevertheless, will Alexis be more succesful this time around?</span></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:18px;"><strong>The Briscoe Boys vs. Nate Hatred</strong></span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/JayBriscoe.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/MarkBriscoe.jpg</span><span style="font-size:14px;">vs</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/NateHatred.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:12px;">Continuing what seems to be a new tradition of accpeting or even requesting handicap matches, Nate Hatred is in action this week against the Briscoe Boys. Of course, his dominant streak of ending the careers of ECW legends may be about to come to an end. At Got Blood?, Rhino emphatically confirmed that he would be the man to offer himself up in an attempt to break the streak. However, in the meantime, can ECW's "New Main Event" continue his momentous run?</span></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:18px;"><strong>Shawn Michaels vs. CM Punk</strong></span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ShawnMichaels2.jpg</span><span style="font-size:14px;">vs</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/CMPunk.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:12px;">Well, here at ECW.com, we summise that there may be some method in Paul E's madness. If the Nest have two matches to worry about on Revolution, perhaps Monsters Inc. will have to pick their battles. Under those circumstances, Shawn Michaels gets another shot at retribution against CM Punk. Having been screwed out of victory several times, will Michaels finally prove a point?</span></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:24px;"><strong>Vito Thomaselli vs. Rhino</strong></span></p><p> [<span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/VitoThomaselli2.jpg</span><span style="font-size:14px;">vs</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Rhyno.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:12px;">At Got Blood?, Vito Thomaselli shockingly cost his former friend Paul Burchill the World Heavyweight Championship. He explained his actions on Blood, Sweat and Beers but seemingly left as many questions as he provided answers. What is clear is that his actions have severely pissed off Paul Heyman! Claiming that if Vito isn't injured, he should step straight back into competition, Paul E has not made the young Italian's life easy. On Revolution he must go up against a "Man Beast" on the warpath.</span></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:14px;">Join the Revolution; Monday nights at 10pm</span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ecwrevolution.jpg</span></p><p> </p></div><p></p><p></p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Quick Picks:</span></strong></p><p> </p><p> <span style="text-decoration:underline;">ECW World Television Championship Match</span></p><p> Rob Van Dam vs. Juventud Guerrera</p><p> </p><p> <span style="text-decoration:underline;">ECW Lioness Championship Match</span></p><p> Alexis vs. Nathalie</p><p> </p><p> The Briscoe Boys vs. Nate Hatred</p><p> </p><p> Shawn Michaels vs. CM Punk</p><p> </p><p> Vito Thomaselli vs. Rhino</p>
  9. <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="christmas_ape" data-cite="christmas_ape" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="5246" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Wasn't around here when this started and never really tried to catch up but that last show was awesome. Is there any sort of recap for anyone wanting to catch up/too lazy to read it all?<p> </p><p> Edit: whilst looking back I just noticed that I asked something very similar about a year back! Think I'll just have a look at the first page</p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> Thank you, squire <img alt=";)" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/wink.png.686f06e511ee1fbf6bdc7d82f6831e53.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" />.</p><p> </p><p> If you want, there's now a link to the PDF that Mistaken put together of this diary in the first post. That's if you want the whole story - some crazy people seem to think it was worth their while - lord knows why <img alt=":p" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/tongue.png.ceb643b2956793497cef30b0e944be28.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" />.</p><p> </p><p> If you want a "quick in" to what's happening now, I'd recommend reading the pre-show card announcement and PPV for November To Remember XV (the most recent N2R). That should give you enough to have an idea of what's what.</p><p> </p><p> Quote The Raven</p><p> Nevermore</p>
  10. <p><strong>Saturday, week 1, January</strong></p><p> <iframe width="560" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/CAG2VMI-ZTY" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></p><p> </p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/JoeyStyles.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Tazz.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Hello and welcome to ECW Blood, Sweat and Beers. I'm Joey Styles and, as always, alongside me is former World Heavyweight Champion and ECW Triple Crown winner, Taz... Taz, what the hell happened last night?!</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> I honestly have no clue, Joe... Vito... I mean... I just don't know.</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Last night, ladies and gentlemen, at Got Blood?, Vito Thomaselli inexplicably cost his long time friend Paul Burchill the World Heavyweight Championship.</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> ...meaning that Chris Hero is our new Champion.</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Don't remind me!</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Surely, Joey, he'll have to explain his actions tonight.</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> You'd think so, Taz, but I don't know what possiblle explanation there could be.</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> ...and then, of course, there is the Dudley family secret!</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Now, loathe as I would usually be to discuss that because of its implications, I'm still struggling to come to terms with our prior topic of conversation.</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Well, Joey, what better way to take your mind off it than with championship wrestling?</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Fair point, Taz. No less than three ECW titles are on the line tonight and our first match is right now.</p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="color:#00BFFF;">ECW World Television Championship Match</span></strong></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ECWTVBelt.jpg</span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ReyMysterio.jpg</span>vs.<span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/JuventudGuerrera.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/FrancineTV.jpg</span></p><p> The two luchadores put on a solid opening match.</p><p> Despite some exciting, back-and-forth chain wrestling, Guerrera maintains an air of control throughout.</p><p> He wins with a Juvi Driver at 11:17.</p><p> <strong>Match Rating:</strong> B-</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>Rob Van Dam and Traci appear at the entrance-way</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/RobVanDam.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/TracyBrooks2.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>RVD:</strong> Impressive, Juvi, my man.</p><p> </p><p> <em>Guerrera and Francine look up the aisle-way at Van Dam.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>RVD:</strong> This is a huge run of form you've been on lately, man... Rey Mysterio, AJ Styles, Ultimo Dragon... it reminds me of me a few years ago... beating challengers for that Television belt left, right and centre.</p><p> </p><p> <em>Juvi smiles, accepting the praise.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>RVD:</strong> And, I gotta say man it's got me itching. So, if you want a real challlenge for that strap, Juvi, look no further than Mister P-P-V... Rob Van Dam!</p><p> </p><p> <em>The fans chant along as Juvi nods, seemingly accepting the idea.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Juvi:</strong> Mr. pay-per-view, eh, Rob? Well, this is the World Television Championship and I fully intend to live up to its name so, rather than wait 'til Living Dangerously, how about you and me for this here title on Monday Night Revolution?</p><p> </p><p> <em>The crowd pops as both champion and challenger applaud the notion.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Man is it great to have a fighting TV champ on ECW.</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> And one who is willing to defend against all challengers each and every week.</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>The camera cuts to the back.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ShawnMichaels2.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/PaulHeyman.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Michaels:</strong> Paul E, I want Punk again tonight! I'm sick of losing to that cheating piece of crap!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Heyman::</strong> No.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Michaels:</strong> Excuse me?!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Heyman:</strong> What, Shawn, you want me to just keep booking the same damn match over and over? What happens if you lose ag...</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Michaels:</strong> I won't.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Heyman:</strong> You might.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Michaels:</strong> Are you question my perfor...</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Heyman:</strong> No, never... but I am questioning your brainpower at this particular moment.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Michaels:</strong> Come again?!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Heyman:</strong> Shawn, it's not Punk that's beating you. It's a numbers game. Every time, Monsters Inc. shows up. So, why not deal with that problem first?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Michaels:</strong> And what do you propose?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Heyman:</strong> How do you feel about another Whole F**kin' Show reunion tonight?</p><p> </p><p> <em>Michaels smiles.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Michaels:</strong> That'll work.</p><p> </p><p> <em>The camera cuts back to ringside.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="color:#00BFFF;">ECW International All Action Championship Match</span></strong></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/IAAbelt.jpg</span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ScorpioSky.jpg</span>vs.<span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/RickyMarvinIAA.jpg</span></p><p> The two high flyers put on an entertaining match but it clearly suffers from a lack of name value.</p><p> Ricky Marvin wins with a Shining Wizard in the ninth minute.</p><p> <strong>Match Rating:</strong> D</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>The new World Champion is seen arriving ath arena.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ChrisHeroWorld.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <em>There are deafening boos from the crowd in response to the camera feed.</em></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>As the camera cuts back to ringside, the Dudley family is in the ring.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/BubbaRayDudley.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/D-VonDudley.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/DickDudley.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/SlykDudley.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/DaizyDudley.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/BanzaiDudley.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>STD:</strong> Oh, my uncles, last night at Got Blood?, amidst the sweltering heat of flaming tables, Dick and I, The Second Generation retained our Undisputed World Tag Team Titles. And that means...</p><p> </p><p> <strong>D-Von:</strong> We damn well no what it means! You wanted to open this pandora's box and it looks like you have but we warned you, Slyk. We warned you!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>STD:</strong> So...?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>D-Von:</strong> Oh my brother... Testify!</p><p> </p><p> <em>Bubba shakes his head, shocked.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Bubba:</strong> W..W...Wait. W...Why am I going first?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> First?! What does that mean?</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> I dread to think!</p><p> </p><p> <em>D-Von shakes his head too.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>D-Von:</strong> Oh fine. Slyk...</p><p> </p><p> <em>He sighs.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>D-Von:</strong> Slyk...</p><p> </p><p> <strong>STD:</strong> ...Tayshaun Dudley... yes, that is my name.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>D-Von:</strong> Slyk... I am your father!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> What?</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> The hell is going on?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>STD:</strong> You're... you're my father? But I thought Big Dick...</p><p> </p><p> <strong>D-Von:</strong> No... son.</p><p> </p><p> <em>D-Von hugs his bastard offspring but Slyk pulls away.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>STD:</strong> But that means you must know my momma.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>D-Von:</strong> Yeah, about that...</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>Suddenly, a female behemoth strides to the ring.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/VoodooDudley.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Is... is that Kong?!</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Again... WHAT THE HELL IS GOING ON?!</p><p> </p><p> <em>Kong steps into the ring.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>STD:</strong> Momma? Kong?</p><p> </p><p> <em>Kong nods. She and STD embrace.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>D-Von:</strong> My son, this is your mother...</p><p> </p><p> <em>Kong grabs the mic.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Kong:</strong> Damn it, clown. I can speak for myself. Slyk, I am your momma but my name... my real name is Voodoo Dudley.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>STD:</strong> But I don't get it... why was this such a big secret?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Voodoo:</strong> Why was this such a big secret, D-Von?</p><p> </p><p> <em>D-Von frowns.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Voodoo:</strong> Did I not tell you the child would know?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>D-Von:</strong> Yess'um.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Voodoo:</strong> I mean, did I not say... did I not say exactly that... that the child would find out?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>D-Von:</strong> Yess'um.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Voodoo:</strong> I mean, time and time again did I not...</p><p> </p><p> <strong>D-Von:</strong> GOD DAMN IT, DEJA! YES YOU TOLD ME!</p><p> </p><p> <em>Slyk realises.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>STD:</strong> Oh... right.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Dick Jr:</strong> Hold on, Uncle D-Von. Why you call her Deja?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Voodoo:</strong> Yeah, clown, why did you call me Deja?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>D-Von:</strong> Because...</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Voodoo:</strong> Have I not told you I don't like that name?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>D-Von:</strong> You have... but as I was saying...</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Voodoo:</strong> I mean I really, really do not l...</p><p> </p><p> <strong>D-Von:</strong> DAMN IT, WOMAN!</p><p> </p><p> <em>Voodoo looks shocked.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>D-Von:</strong> That. Exactly that... is why she's called "Deja" Voodoo Dudley.</p><p> </p><p> <em>Daizy now interjects.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Daizy:</strong> Okay, okay... much as I don't want to stop the love-in, why did Uncle Bubba mention going first?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>D-Von:</strong> Time to testify my brother.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Bubba:</strong> D... Di... D.. D. D... Di...</p><p> </p><p> <em>D-Von slaps his brother.</em></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Bubba:</strong> Dick...</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Dick Jr:</strong> Uh-huh.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Bubba:</strong> I am your father!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Do they not keep birth records in Dudleyville?</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Apparently, they can't keep their pants on in Dudleyville, Taz. So, I don't quite know what you're expecting.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Dick Jr:</strong> So, who's my momma?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>D-Von:</strong> Are you kidding, my nephew? Look at you... Nicole Bass wasn't kidding when she said she was your momma!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Daizy:</strong> So, why the secrecy about that?</p><p> </p><p> <em>D-Von falls about laughing as Bubba looks shy.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Daizy:</strong> What?! What is so funny?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>D-Von:</strong> Really?! Bubba... he f**ked Nicole Bass!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Bubba:</strong> It was a strange time for me!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Dick Jr:</strong> It's okay, papa. I still love you.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Bubba:</strong> Of course you do... she's your mother.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Dick Jr:</strong> Uh huh... but even I'm wondering what you were thinking.</p><p> </p><p> <em>D-Von collapses to the canvas laughing.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Bubba:</strong> Damn it, D-Von, you never shut up about the family image...</p><p> </p><p> <strong>D-Von:</strong> Aah, family image be damned... you were one desperate mo'f**ker weren't you, my brother?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Daizy:</strong> Okay... so, now I've gotta ask. Who the hell are my parents?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Deja Voodoo:</strong> Child, as far as we know, Big Dick really did get freaky with Salma Hayek.</p><p> </p><p> <em>Daizy looks relieved.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Banzai:</strong> ...and what about me?</p><p> </p><p> <em>The whole clan stares at him quizically.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>D-Von:</strong> Your Japanese... how the f**k should we know?!</p><p> </p><p> <em>Ultimo Dudley II nods.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Banzai:</strong> Fair enough.</p><p> </p><p> <em>The whole clan embraces in the centre of the ring.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Well, that's... touching.</p><p> </p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Abyss2.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/TheGiant.jpg</span>vs.<span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/RobVanDam.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ShawnMichaels2.jpg</span></p><p> In a fair numbers game, the monsters look far less dominant and the superior teamwork of the Whole F**kin' Show shines through.</p><p> In the tenth minute, RVD hits a Van Daminator on Abyss, who tumbles out to ringside.</p><p> Goliath grabs RVD from behind but he is elbowed in the face...</p><p> ...he stumbles backwards into SWEET CHIN MUSIC!</p><p> The giant falls into a seated position in the corner.</p><p> Michaels grabs the chair and heads out to the apron, holding the steel in fron of Goliath's face.</p><p> RVD heads up the opposite turnbuckle and points his thumbs.</p><p> VAN TERMINATOR!</p><p> Michaels covers.</p><p> 1...2...3!</p><p> <strong>Match Rating:</strong> B</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>The most hated music in ECW blares out.</em></p><p> <object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value=" </p><div class="ipsEmbeddedVideo"><div><iframe width="200" height="150" src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/PmjmKrOT0-c?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" title="Hero"></iframe></div></div> name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src=" <div class="ipsEmbeddedVideo"><div><iframe width="200" height="150" src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/PmjmKrOT0-c?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" title="Hero"></iframe></div></div> type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <em>The boos are deafening as Hero heads to the ring.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Hero:</strong> When I arrived in Extreme Championship Wrestling, I promised to save it from the sorry state that it was in one quality wrestling match at a time... and here I stand, eight months later, as the World Heavyweight Champion. You see, Paul Burchill did nothing for the image of this company. I mean, a British guy who needs a has been like Shane Douglas on mic duties just to get over... give me a break!</p><p> </p><p> <em>The boos continue.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Hero:</strong> And, on that note, the first thing I want to say is that I am scrapping this ridiculous 12 five minute rounds for the title rule! We don't need any archaic British traditions stinking up a company I've worked so tirelessly to resurrect.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Who does this idiot think he's kidding?</p><p> </p><p> <em>"F**k you Hero! F** you Hero!"</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Hero:</strong> Listen, you schmucks... I am your champion... I am your Hero and it's about damn time you showed me some respect!</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>Suddenly, Mark Calaway appears at the entrance way to a huge pop.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Taker.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taker:</strong> Respect is something that's earned, boy!</p><p> </p><p> <em>Hero looks furious.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Hero:</strong> Who the hell are you to call me "boy", old man? I am the World H...</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taker:</strong> You ain't my champion, you snivelling little sh*t!</p><p> </p><p> <em>Hero shakes with rage.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taker:</strong> And you and I have got unfinished business from your cheap victory over me last week as far as I can see. More interestingly, though, Paul E seems to agree.</p><p> </p><p> <em>Hero's face drops.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taker:</strong> That's right, sh*thead... your first defence, at Living Dangerously, is against the dead man!</p><p> </p><p> <span style="color:#00BFFF;"><strong>ECW Lioness Championship Match</strong></span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ECWLioness.jpg</span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/AlexisLaree.jpg</span>vs.<span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/NattyLioness.jpg</span></p><p> The two lionesses still do not seem like the most over talents on the roster.</p><p> However, the crowd is clearly behind Nathalie.</p><p> She feeds off the crowd and, without the Monsters to help Alexis, she takes the advantage.</p><p> In the eighth minute, she forces Alexis to tap to a Sharpshooter.</p><p> <strong>Match Rating:</strong> C-</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>Vito Thomaselli heads to the ring, mic in hand.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/VitoThomaselli2.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <em>The reaction seems somewhat confused but most jeer his appearance.</em></p><p><em> Again, he has no strapping on his injured wrist.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Here he is Joey!</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> I wonder what the hell he has to say.</p><p> </p><p> <em>Upon reaching the ring Vito stops and smiles, seemingly soaking in the atmosphere.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Vito:</strong> "Why Vito? Why?" That's all I've heard over the last twenty four hours.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Damn right!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Vito:</strong> Well, my actions last night were not my fault! They were the fault of three men: Paul Burchill, Paul Heyman and Charlie Pag!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> What the hell is he talking about?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Vito:</strong> Do you remember back in August? I beat Raven clean for the World Heavyweight Title at Heatwave! I beat him and I was denied my reign. You want to know why? Backstage politics...</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> What?!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Vito:</strong> I know all you ECW "smart marks" want a good "shoot promo". Well, let me assure you my friends, this is a shoot!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Let's hear it then.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Vito:</strong> Those who read the dirtsheets, will know that the man you know as the "New Franchise" is nothing short of a cancer on this industry! He expects a gold-plated career deliverd on a silver platter and the chump bookers back there are willing to give it to him... yes, that means you Paul E... you're not a "chief talent officer", you're a booker!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Is this going where I think it's going?</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> My advice, Taz, is don't say anything more... just in case.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Vito:</strong> They had this talented rookie on their roster... and, for the slower among you, I'm talking about me here... he amply showed his in-ring skills and he was getting over with the fans. They stuck me in some midcard stable but I outgrew it. So, they gave me the All Action Tile but I outgrew that too. So, they gave me the TV Strap. A new star was on the horizon... and then... THEY STUCK ME IN THE F**KING NEW AGE ENTERPRISE! I was a singles star on the rise, capable of helping to carry this promotion into the future but no! They stick me right back as just another lacky in a heel stable. F**king great! And why? Because Raven was the legendary champ and Paul f**king Burchill was the annointed one. Oh yeah... Charlie Pag and Paul Heyman decided long ago that Paul Burchill would be the one whose merchandise you idiots would be lapping up in the new era.</p><p> </p><p> <em>The crowd boos.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Vito:</strong> But, still, while they tried to hold me down in favour of their chosen one, my talent was too much to deny. So, after they humiliated me by making me Raven's whipping boy for a few months, they gave me another singles push. I left the Nest and, I have to hand it to them, they wrote this really beautiful story. Two proteges in Punk and I vying for their teacher's affections until it reached breaking point and Vito finally snapped. And the feud with the Nest was great... so primal; so emotive. When Punk threw Kelly off the sound stage... Man, that was brilliant TV! And they pushed me all the way to the World Title... only to strip it from me. Why? So, Paul f**king Burchill could hold it in my stead... because they'd decided. Somehow, they thought he just deserved it... the arrogant c*nt!</p><p> </p><p> <em>The boos continue.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Vito:</strong> And this brings me on to my next point. You want to know why I'm not wearing strapping on my wrist? Because it's not fractured!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Wait! What?!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Vito:</strong> And Taz...</p><p> </p><p> <em>Vito turns to face the announce team.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Vito:</strong> I bet you're doing a great job of trying to sell surprise on the TV feed but cut the sh*t... IT'S A F**KING STORY YOU IDIOTS! IT'S JUST MAKE BELIEVE!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Oh my god... can we...?</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Yeah, like now...</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Vito:</strong> AND I'M F**KING SICK OF IT! Every single one of these damn stories Paul E comes up with ends up with Paul Burchill on top of the world and a true talent like me being held down! So, Paul Burchill...</p><p> </p><p> <em>There is a huge pop.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Vito:</strong> He ain't coming out here, by the way! How can he? How can they stick their golden boy champion on TV when they haven't even worked out how to react to this yet?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Guys! Cut the feed already!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Vito:</strong> So, I've got to f**king stomach hearing about the "genius booking" in ECW when I know it's a croc of sh*t guided by backstage politics! When I know it's gonna be the thing that prevents my career from really taking off. I'M DONE! I'M DONE WITH STORIES AND MAKE BELIEVE AND BOWING DOWN TO THE NEW F**KING FRANCHISE!</p><p> </p><p> <em>Vito Takes a breath.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Vito:</strong> Oh, you wanted a shoot, didn't you? THIS IS A F**KING SHOOT! And so is my beef with Paul Burchill. I HATE YOUR F**KING GUTS PAUL! AND I HATE THAT THESE IGNORANT MORONS LOVE YOU! So, Paul... and Paul E, this is a promise...</p><p> </p><p> <em>The mic feed cuts out.</em></p><p><em> Vito smirks and slams down the microphone as the feed fades to black.</em></p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:14px;"><strong><span style="color:#00BFFF;">Show Rating:</span></strong></span><span style="font-size:14px;"> C+</span></p>
  11. <p>Time for some new branding, I feel, to reflect the new roster. Plus, I never much liked the old Blood, Sweat and Beers vid, anyway <img alt="" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/tongue.png.ceb643b2956793497cef30b0e944be28.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" />.</p><p> </p><p> <iframe width="560" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/CAG2VMI-ZTY" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></p><p> </p><p> Show should be up tomorrow.</p><p> </p><p> Quote The Raven</p><p> Nevermore</p>
  12. <p></p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>^ Got Blood? PPV above ^</strong></span></p><p> </p><p> <strong><em>From ECW.com</em></strong></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="5246" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:36px;"><strong>Confirmed for:</strong></span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/BSBlogo.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:18px;">The Dudley Family Secret</span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/BubbaRayDudley.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/D-VonDudley.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:12px;">Having failed to reclaim the ECW Undisputed Tag Team Championship from their nephews at Got Blood? Bubba and D-Von must now the family secret that has seemingly created the fractures in the fabric of Dudleyville!</span></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>ECW International All Action Championship Match</strong></span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/IAAbelt.jpg</span></p><p> <span style="font-size:18px;"><strong>Scorpio Sky vs. Ricky Marvin</strong></span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ScorpioSky.jpg</span><span style="font-size:14px;">vs</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/RickyMarvinIAA.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:12px;">We have not seen the International All Action Champion, Ricky Marvin, on ECW TV in recent weeks. However, on Blood Sweat & Beers he returns to defend his title against Scorpio Sky. Sky is a young luchadore who has been seen on ECW a few times in the past. Now, having taken CZW by storm, he looks ready to make his play at the big leagues... but can he walk away with I-Double-A belt?</span></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>ECW Lioness Championship Match</strong></span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ECWLioness.jpg</span></p><p> <span style="font-size:18px;"><strong>Alexis vs. Nathalie</strong></span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/AlexisLaree.jpg</span><span style="font-size:14px;">vs</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/NattieNeidhart.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:12px;">In the 6-way Lioness match at Got Blood?, Alexis lost her Lioness title to none other than Nathalie... the other female member of Raven's Nest, though, perhaps she is no longer. Clearly incensed by those events, she has demanded this rematch.</span></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>ECW World Television Championship Match</strong></span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ECWTVBelt.jpg</span></p><p> <span style="font-size:18px;"><strong>Rey Mysterio Jr. vs. Juventud Guerrera</strong></span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ReyMysterio.jpg</span><span style="font-size:14px;">vs</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/JuventudGuerrera.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:12px;">Juventud Guerrera succesfully defended his title against AJ Styles at Got Blood?, continuing his fine run of form. On Blood, Sweat annd Beers, he faces another former foe in the form of Rey Mysterio Jr. Of course, Rey is no stranger to high level competition in ECW. Who will walk away as the champ?</span></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:12px;"><strong>ECW Blood, Sweat & Beers; where progress is measured in pain!</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-size:12px;"><strong> Now on FX</strong></span></p></div><p></p><p>[/Quote]</p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Quick Picks:</span></strong></p><p> </p><p> <em>ECW International All Action Championship Match</em></p><p> Scorpio Sky vs. Ricky Marvin</p><p> </p><p> <em>ECW Lioness Championship Match</em></p><p> Alexis vs. Nathalie</p><p> </p><p> <em>ECW World Television Championship Match</em></p><p> Rey Mysterio Jr. vs. Juventud Guerrera</p></div></blockquote>
  13. Friday, week 1, January <iframe width="560" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/KRqcwTIfZTo" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/JoeyStyles.jpghttp://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/DonCallis.jpghttp://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Tazz.jpg Joey: Good evening, ladies and gentlemen and welcome to ECW Got Blood?. I'm Joey Styles and alongside me, as always, are Don Callis and former ECW World Heavyweight champion, Taz.. Taz: Thanks for the intro, Joe. Man, am I looking forward to tonight's matches. Callis: You're not alone, Taz! Although their dispute is a relatively recent thing, our opening match between Shawn Michaels and CM Punk should be a fantastic display. Joey: Meanwhile, The Hardcore Innovators have the opportunity to stop Nate Hatred's win streak in its tracks. Taz: Yeah, Joey... but can they? Callis: A fair question! Loathe him though ECW fans might, the man is simply a monster. Joey: And, then, of course, there are no less than four ECW championships on the line tonight. Taz: No, doubt, Joey. Juvi versus AJ for the TV gold should be amazing... again! The Lioness division is looking stronger than ever... Callis: And, of course, there is the Flaming Tables "Family Secret" Match. Taz: Haha... only in Dudleyville! Joey: And, perhaps, most importantly of all, "The New Franchise" Paul Burchill has the coveted oopportunity to smack some respect into Chris Hero. Callis: ...and get some retribution on Vito Thomaselli's behalf! Taz: Alll with the World Title on the line in 12 rounds of wrestling excellence! Man, I'm pumped. Let's go. http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/CMPunk.jpgvs.http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ShawnMichaels2.jpg The two men combine for a great display of technical wrestling. Indeed, Punk proves that he can compete without always needing to resort to foul play. After an evenly-matched display, in the fourteenth minute, Michaels whips Punk to the ropes... SWEET CHIN MUSIC... No! Punk ducks underneath and rebounds off the ropes again. Michaels turns and is met with an Arm Trap Swinging Neckbreaker. Punk covers. 1...2...Kickout! Punk picks Michaels up to his feet and swings a Haymaker. Michaels ducks... SWEET CHIN MUSIC! And Monsters Inc. predicatbly head to the ring. http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Abyss2.jpghttp://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/TheGiant.jpg The Monsters slide in as Michaels readies to meet them. Callis: Oh no! Again, Michaels is outnumbered. Taz: And outsixed, Callis. Don't forget outsized. Goliath hits the Chokeslam on Michaels. The lights cut out. And the fans go crazy. Taz: I think Sabu and The Sandman are coming! When the lights return, Sabu and RVD are in the ring, both with chairs in hand. http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Sabu2.jpghttp://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/RobVanDam.jpg Joey: It's "The Human Highlight Reel" alright but that's Rob Van Dam! taz: Well, this is a blast from the past! Sabu throws his chair into the face of Abyss and the monster goes tumbling through the ropes from the impact. RVD throws his chair at Goliath, who catches it... VAN DAMINATOR! "RVD! RVD! RVD" Sabu sets up his chair near the ropes. He runs, rebounds off the opposite ropes, steps off the chair onto the top rope... Sommersault Senton to Abyss! "ECW! ECW! ECW! ECW!" RVD bundles Goliath into a seated position in the corner as Sabu re-enters the ring. Sabu takes the other chair and steps out to ringside, holding the steel in front of Goliath's face. From atop the turnbuckle RVD points his thumbs. VAN TERMINATOR! Joey: OH MY GOD! The force sends Goliath tumbling out of the ring and even Sabu falls to the concrete with the impact. RVD too rolls out to ringside, favouring his back from the dangerous manoeuvre. Punk returns to his feet shortly before Michaels. Michaels tries to initiate the collar and elbow tie up... Lowblow from Punk. GO TO SLEEP! 1...2...3! Match Rating: A Callis: Punk steals it! Taz: And that's a hell of a shame because it was looking like a great match. RVD slides in to interrupt Punk's celebration but "The Straight Edge Superstar" makes a quick escape, not even waiting for his monsters. The Original Dudley Boys are backstage with their Asian nephew for a shoot promo. http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/BubbaRayDudley.jpghttp://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/D-VonDudley.jpghttp://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/BanzaiDudley.jpg D-Von: Oh my most unrighteous nephews and nieces, the Dudleyville day of judgement has arrived. You may want to open up a catalclysmic Pandora's box of ancestral uncertainty but my brother from another mother and I are disinclined to volunteer such subterfuge. Ultimo Dudley II stares at his uncle. Banzai: You say waaaah? D-Von takes Ultimo II's head between his hands and turns it back towards the camera. D-Von: Eyes front, young'un... You see, my most unholy household, the great Dudley name depends on our discretion and... Bubba interrupts. Bubba: SCREW THE FAMILY NAME! YOU HAVE OUR TITLES, BOYS! D-Von: Damn straight! And tonight we take them back amidst the sweltering heat of flaming tables. OH MY BROTHER... TESTIFY! Bubba: THOU SHALT NOT F**K WITH THE ORIGINAL D...D...Du...D...D..D...Du... D-Von slaps him. Bubba: D...Du...D...Du...D... D-Von: Damn it, my brother! Bubba stops trying. D-Von: Banzai... Banzai: THOU SHALT NOT F**K... WITH THE OLEEGINAW DUDREES! Ultimo gives Jazz hands as D-Von storms off in disgust. Banzai: How was that? Bubba: Yeah that was good. I like the hands. You should work on your pr....pr... pr... Banzai: Pracement? Ultimo wun always tell me about pracement. Bubba stops. Bubba: No. Your elocu... cu... c... Banzai: My erectricty? He say I muss be more erectric too! Bubba: No, your de... del... deliv... Banzai: Aah, MY DERIVERY! Bubba: Yes! Derivery! D-Von shouts from off-screen. D-Von: Don't make me come back there! Bubba and Banzai hurry off screen as the camera cuts back to ringside. ECW Lioness Championship Match http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ECWLioness.jpg http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Jazz.jpgvs.http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/AmazingKong.jpgvs.http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/AKINO.jpgvs.http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/MeikoSatomura.jpgvs.http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/NattieNeidhart.jpgvs.http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/AlexisLioness.jpg The Lionesses all come out with maximum intenstity, looking to put on a great display. Despite suffering from the lack of name value, the quality of the match is very solid. In the eighth minute, Jazz hits a Fisherman Buster on Alexis. She covers. Taz: Jazz has the champion here! 1...2... Kong breaks up the fall. Callis: No! She drags Jazz up by the hair. AMAZING BOMB! 1...2... Joey: Not this time either. AKINO breaks up the fall. She now drags up Kong. WRIST CLUTCH SUPLEX 1...2... Nathalie breaks up the pinfall. Taz: This is crazy! A brawl breaks out between nathalie and AKINO as Meiko Satomura slides out to ringside. The younger of the Joshi stars grabs a chair from the front row. She slides back in. Chair Shot to AKINO... ...and Nathalie. Alexis stands. ...CHAIR SHOT! Jazz staggers to her feet. ...CHAIR SHOT! Taz: Meiko is taking out everything that moves. Meiko covers Jazz. 1...2... Kong breaks up the fall. A brawl now breaks out between Kong and Meiko. AKINO hits them both with a double Clothesline. Alexis stands and turns AKINO around. ALEXIS EFFECT! Callis: And it looks like the Nest will escape again! 1...2... Nathalie breaks up the fall. Taz: Or maybe not! Furious, Alexis turns to her partner and shoves her. Nathalie shoves back. Alexis seems genuinely shocked... she swings at Nathalie but Nathalie ducks. GERMAN SUPLEX! Nathalie springs to her feet... and applies the Sharpshooter! Alexis taps. Match Rating: C- Joey: We have a new ECW Lioness Champion. Taz: And it's not at all what I expected! Callis: Nathalie... Nathalie of The Nest is the new champ. Joey: Well, one wonders excatly what this means for Nathalie and her future ith the Nest. Juventud Guerrera is backstage with Francine. http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/JuviGuerreraMask.jpghttp://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/FrancineTV.jpg Juvi is sat in a chair whilst Francine laces up his mask from behind. Francine: How does that feel? Juvi: That's good. Thanks, Franny! Francine: You sure about this? Taking your mask off was a big step for you... She hesitates. Francine: ...and for us. Juvi: Hey, this is a lucha thing. Even if people know my face know, my mask is my way of thanking my forebears. Francine: I get that... I think. Juvi: ...and about us... I never could have taken my mask off and got through it if not for you. Francine smiles. Juvi: I wasn't just hiding my face before I met you. I was hiding from myself and my own happiness. You made me realise exactly what life has to offer, Franny. Franny: Listen about that old sh*t AJ seems to want to drag up... Juvi: I don't care. Francine smiles even wider and kisses the luchadore through the gap in his mask. The camera cuts back to ringside. Flaming Tables "Family Secret" Match http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ECWTagBelt.jpghttp://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ECWTagBelt.jpg http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/BubbaRayDudley.jpghttp://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/D-VonDudley.jpgvs.http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/DickDudley.jpghttp://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/SlykDudley.jpg The bad blood is quickly evident as the match soon turns into an all out war. Indeed, even Daizy and Ultimo Dudley II start brawling on the outside. In the tenth minute, Bubba and D-Von hurl big Dick from the ring. Bubba sets up a table as D-Von pours gasoline over it. Bubba sets it alight as D-Von whips STD to the ropes. D-Von lifts up Slyk. 3D THROUGH THE FLAMING TABLE! Joey: OH MY GOD! Taz: And Slyk is out! Callis: Well, that counts as one out of two towards elimination but Slyk can still compete right, Taz? Taz: In theory he can... but I'm not sure he actually can. Callis: Fair point Big Dick Jr. comes sliding back into the ring and takes out both his uncles with a Double Clothesline. The match continues as anll out brawl. In the sixteenth minute, Slyk floors Bubba with a haymaker. Dick then whips D-Von to the ropes. 3D! Taz: Well D-Von's out but that doesn't do the Second Generation many favours. Slyk slides out and sets up a table on one side of the ring, next to the apron, and sets it alight. As that table blazes, he sets up another on the opposite side of the ring in the same position, again, setting it alight. Callis: Well, this could be interesting. Taz: This could be carnage, Callis! Slyk slides in and locks in the Boston Crabs on D-Von. Taz: D-Vons got crabs! Dick Jr. picks up his uncle Bubba. TOTAL PENETRATION OVER THE TOP ROPE AND THROUGH THE FLAMING TABLE! Joey: OH MY GOD! Slyk releases the hold on D-Von, picks him up and slings him to his cousin. Dick Jr. now picks up his uncle D-Von and strides to the opposite side of the ring. TOTAL PENETRATION OVER THE TOP ROPE AND THROUGH THE FLAMING TABLE! Taz: He's said it once and he'll say it again. Joey: OH MY GOD! Callis: The Orignial Dudleys are eliminated! Match Rating: B+ Taz: Slyk and Dick are still the champions... Callis: ... and we get to know the secret! Joey: I dread to think what that is! Backstage, three men are seen arriving at the arena. http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/TerryFunk.jpghttp://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/TheSandman.jpghttp://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/OwenHart.jpg As they walk down a corridoor a fourth man walks past them, carefully concealing his face from the camera. When the cameraman approaches him, he pushes him away. Joey: Terry Funk, The Sandman... Owen Hart?! What are they doing here? Taz: Well, according to my sources, Joe, those would be the judges for tonight's main event! Callis: Aha... but who was the other guy. Taz: There I can't help. ECW World Television Championship Match http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ECWTVBelt.jpg http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/AJStyles.jpgvs.http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/JuventudGuerrera.jpg Juvi wears his mask for his entrance but removes it upon reaching the ring. The two men, once again combine for a very strong bout. The lightning quick chain wrestling on display draws many rounds of appluase from the crowd. In the eighteenth minute, Styles hits a lowblow on Guerrera. Callis: Damn it! Taz: He's a sneaky one, no doubt! STYLES CLASH No! Juvi flips AJ over in a hurricanrana. He hooks the legs for the pin. 1...2...kickout! Both men spring to standing. Styles whips Juvi to the ropes. Clothesline... No. AJ ducks. AJ now rebounds from the ropes. He dropkicks Guerrera but Juvi bats it away. On the floor, AJ attempts a sweep kick... ...but Juvi jumps it and lands a Leg Drop on Styles neck. Juvi hops up top as Francine cheers him on. 450 Splash. 1...2...3! Match Rating: B "The New Franchise" stable are backstage for a shoot promo. http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ShaneDouglasNFTitle.jpghttp://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/PaulBurchillNF2.jpghttp://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/KellyNF.jpg Douglas: Chris Hero, you may believe that you are "The Saviour of ECW". You're not. The man beside me saved ECW from the tyrannical rule of Raven. All you've done is say some controversial sh*t on a microphone and, believe me son, what you've had to say really ain't that revolutionary. You see I was shocking audiences when you were still in diapers and the only reason I'm not still competing for this belt right here today is because I recognise the best in the world when I see it. "The New Franchise" Paul Burchill is the very best in the world of professional wrestling and maybe the best athlete on god's green earth. Tell me the last time you saw a 6'5" 250lb guy nail a Shooting Star Press the way he can. Exactly... you can't. And, tonight, you'll find out just how good he is. Burchill: Chris, when you won the Masters of Pain tournament by torturing Vito Thomaselli the way you did, you might have thought that made you "extreme". It didn't. All it did was prove the vile little creature that you are. You are precisely the sort of human being so devoid of conscience that I had to battle for so many months when Raven was still around. This time, I plan to nip a cancer in the bud early. Vito told me have a job to do tonight and, do me a favour, Chris... When you're looking up at those bright arena lights, thinking about how you lost your shot at the title, don't think of me; think of him and what you did to him! The camera cuts back to ringside. http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/NateHatred.jpgvs.http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/CactusJack.jpghttp://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/TommyDreamer.jpg As one might expect, the match is an all out war. The Innovators take an early advantage capitalising on the numbers game and their willing use of weaponry. However, Hatred starts to come back. In the twelfth minute, Hatred is whipped to the ropes. DOUBLE DECAPITATOR LARIAT! No! Both Cactus and Dreamer duck underneath. DOUBLE DDT! Joey: Yes they've got him. Cactus covers. 1...2...kickout! Taz: My god, this guy is incredible! The Innovators hoist him up again. Double DDT! 1...2...kickout! Callis: This is ridiculous! They pull him up again. DOUBLE DECAPITATOR LARIAT! Taz: How is this even possible?! Rather than cover Hatred heads to the outside to grab a table. As he pulls it from beneath the ring, it becomes clear that it is wrapped in barbed wire. Joey: Oh no! Hatred sets it up beside the apron and slides pack in. He picks up Cactus Jack but cactus starts to fight back. A brawl breaks out between them. Dreamer slides out to grab a singapore cane. Cactus hits a back elbow on Hatred... ...DECAPITATOR LARIAT! Taz: The impact of that damn clothesline! Dreamer slides back in with the cane. CANE SHOT. No! Hatred ducks. DECAPIT... No! Dreamer ducks. CANE SHOT! CANE SHOT! And another... ...and another. Callis: Go, Tommy! The cane starts to splinter but Dreamer does not stop. The monster staggers back against the ropes, seemingly concussed. DREAMER DDT! 1...2...Kickout! Callis: What the hell is this guy made of... granite?! Dreamer picks him up. DECAPITATOR LARIAT! Joey: Oh god! James Mitchell picks up a mic. Mitchell: Nathan... just pin them. Get the win. Destroy them after. Hatred covers Dreamer. 1...2...3! Match Rating: B+ Callis: God damn it. Joey: His list grows. Taz: And now we have to see this... brutality. Hatred bundles cactus Jack out to the apron while Dreamer is still out cold. As Cactus struggles to maintain his balance... or his wits, Hatred sticks up his middle fingers to the crowd. Suddenly, out of nowhere, Rhino appears in the ring. http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Rhyno.jpg Hatred turns to see what the fans are reacting to. GORE! Hatred flies off the apron and goes crashing through the barbed-wire table. The fans go nuts! Joey: OH MY GOD! Callis: It's Rhino! Rhino just took out Nate Hatred! Taz: The unstoppable force just met the immovable object... and I think the unstoppable force won! Rhino glares down from the ring at the Sinister Minister, who quickly exits through the crowd. Rhino grabs a mic. Rhino: "ECW's Most Extreme Athlete"? Who the f**k do you think you're kidding?! I AM SICK AND TIRED OF HEARING ABOUT THE DOMINANCE OF NATE HATRED! You don't know the meaning of the word, Nate. I was ending careers when you were still in some sh*tty, backwater garbage promotion. If you've got some sort of point to prove, then prove it to the Man Beast. Because you're not choosing your next legend Nate. I'M CHOOSING YOU! What seems like The Remnants of the Nest are backstage http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/CMPunk.jpghttp://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/AlexisLaree.jpghttp://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Abyss2.jpghttp://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/TheGiant.jpg Alexis: I can't believe that arrogant little bitch! Punk: Where the hell were you two?! Goliath looks shocked. Goliath: In case you hadn't noticed, we were busy trying to save your ass earlier tonight... which we did by the way. Exactly how much punishment do you expect us to take? Punk: Whatever is necessary. Goliath: Here's a thought... have you ever tried winning a match on your own. Punk slaps Goliath. Punk: You do not talk back to me! Abyss hold his head in his hands and starts shaking like a madman. Abyss: We're sorry! we're sorry! We'll be good! Punk: Sort it the f**k out! We look like amateurs out there! The camera cuts back to ringside. Bob Artese: Ladies and gentleman, the following contest is a two out of three falls contest comprised of twelve five minute rounds for the Extreme Championship Wrestling World Heavyweight Championship. Introducing your judges for this evening's main event: The Hardcore Legend, Terry Funk; and former boxing World Heavyweight Champions both, The Sandman and Owen Hart! The most hated music in ECW blares out as Chris Hero makes his way to the ring. <object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value=" name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src=" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object> He offers his hand to slap to the fans as he walks to the ring. Most refuse. The chorus of boos is deafening ...and, then, the arena is plunged into darkness. The response from the crowd is equally deafening. <object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value=" name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src=" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object> http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ShaneDouglasNFTitle.jpghttp://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/PaulBurchillNF2.jpghttp://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/KellyNF.jpg As we have now come to expect, gold confetti falls from the rafters as a spotlight follows the World Heavyweight Champion down the aisle-way. Burchill wears his yellow and black boxing-style ring robe with "New Franchise" written across the back. Once again, he is accompanied by his mentor and his girlfriend. Douglas proudly carries his protege's title for all to see. As they reach the apron, Burchill and Douglas hold the ropes apart for Kelly to step through. She poses in the middle of the ring as Douglas hands Burchill his title. The World Heavyweight Champion steps through the ropes and, as he lifts his belt high in the air, gold fireworks rise from the turnbuckles. As the arena lights return, the atmosphere is electric. Hero and Burchill walk to the centre of the ring and trade insults. Bob Artese: Introducing first, in the corner to my right, the challenger... weighing in at 225lbs and standing at 6 feet 4 tall, he is The reigning Extreme Championship Wrestling Master of Pain and the self-proclaimed "Saviour of ECW"... Chris Hero! Bob Artese: ...and in the corner to my left... weighing in at 247lbs and standing at 6 feet 4 inches, he is only the fifth man to achieve th ECW Triple Crown and he is the current, reigning and defending Extreme Championship Wrestling World Heavyweight Champion... "The New Franchise"... Paul Burchill! Kendra Wilkinson again acts as the ring girl, holding up the sign signalling the beginning of the first round. http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/KendraWilkinson.jpg ECW World Heavyweight Championship Match http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ECWWorldBelt.jpg http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ChrisHero3.jpgvs.http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/PaulBurchillNFTitle.jpg As the bell rings, Burchill immediately runs to meet Hero with a Dropkick. He follows up with a Standing Moonsault. Callis: "The New Franchise" means business. He then sprawls on top of Hero, preventing him from moving. He locks in an armbar, but Hero is a long way from tapping. he moves to a full mount and lands several stiff elbow strikes to the head of the number one contender. He continues to somther the challenger and stay in control. Towards the end of the round, he applies a tight wristlock and Hero cries out in pain. Joey: Oh! There's irony for you! Shades of what Hero did to Vito Thomaselli last week... End of Round 1 The two competitors head to their corners. Burchill is congratulated by his mentor, while Hero looks slightly panicked. Round 2 The second round picks up exactly where the first left off. Hero charges in for a Clothesline... Burchill ducks and hits a German Suplex. He takes control of Hero's back and lands more strikes to Hero's face, this time with his forearms. He then transitions into a Crossface and again Hero cries out in Pain. Hero puts his hand on the bottom rope. Callis: Haha no! There is no longer a ropebreak rule in ECW since the CoDE! Hero is forced to tap. As the two men return to standing, Hero is given twenty seconds to recover. Burchill charges right back in but Hero thumbs him in the eye. Joey: Oh, come on! Spinebuster by Hero. But the round come to an end. Referee John Finnegan warns Hero for the foulplay. End of round 2 Again, Burchill is congratulated by Douglas and Hero looks even more worried than before. Round 3 Hero taks the initiative again this round, charging at Burchill. he lands a forearm...and another... Discus forearm... No! Burchill catches his arm and, in a brilliant show of strength, lifts him up by that arm and slams right back to the mat. Burchill hits a stiff elbow drop on Hero and heads up top. Moonsault! No! Hero moved. Hero scrambles in for the cover. 1... Hero gets his feet on the middle rope. 2...kickout! Joey: And he still couldn't get the fall! Taz: And he needs one badly Joey. Burchill hist another double leg takedown. But this time he pulls Hero back to standing. Lowblow! HERO'S WELCOME! 1...2...3! Taz: ...and there it is. Callis: But only off the back of a cheap shot! John Finnegan warns Chris Hero and instructs the judges to take a point off. Taz: Well, he has lost a point for it. In the time Burchill is allowed to recover, the round ends. End of Round 3 Hero now begins to look smug in his corner while Douglas tells Burchill not to panic. Joey: Well despite Burchill's early dominance, we are now poised at one fall all. The next fall, of course, will decide the fate of the Championship. Taz, how is your take on the scorecard looking? Taz: Well, by my reckoning, Joey, the champ still has a two point advantage after Hero's deduction. <table border="1"> <tr><th colspan="6"> Taz's Scorecard </th><tr> <tr><td></td><td>R1</td><td>R2</td><td>R3</td><td>Tot</td></tr> <tr><td>P. Burchill</td><td>10</td><td>10</td><td>9</td><td>29</td></tr> <tr><td>C. Hero</td><td>9</td><td>9</td><td>9</td><td>27</td></tr> </table> Round 4 A brawl breaks out at the beginning of the round. Both men start swinging wildly, nerves clearly beginning to show. Burchill shoves Hero who falls into the referee. Hero uses the opportunity to hit another thumb to the eye. Callis: Oh come on. Taz: John Finnegan didn't see it! Hero hits a Discus Forearm. But Vito Thomaselli appears at the entrance-way. The pop is enormous. http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/VitoThomaselli2.jpg He walks to the ring, chair in hand and with no cast or strapping on his injured wrist. Hero stares in disbelief. Joey: It's Vito! He's back! Taz: And, somehow, I think the Enforcers aren't gonna bother with this... Callis: Haha, I think you're right, Taz! Vito slides in as Hero backs away to the corner. Burchill stands and sees what is happening. He stands aside, giving Vito a free shot at Hero. "F**k him up Vito! F**k him up!" Joey: Do it Vito! Callis: Give the little wretch what he deserves! Even the referee seems okay with the situation. Vito lifts the chair and delivers perhaps the most sickening chair shot ever heard... ...to Paul Burchill! Joey: What the hell?! Callis: What the hell is he doing?! Burchill crumples to the floor as the crowd jeers. Kelly, in particular, looks completely dumbstruck. Vito lifts up "The New Franchise". VITO DRIVER ON THE STEEL! The young Italian then leaves as quickly as he came to a chorus of boos. Hero covers. Joey: No! 1... Callis: God, no! 2... Taz: Why Vito?! WHY?! ...3! Match Rating: A The feed fades to black as Vito looks over his shoulder up the aisle-way at the history he has created. Show Rating: A
  14. <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="mistaken" data-cite="mistaken" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="5246" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>nevy are you writing these near real time, or do you have stock pile?<p> </p><p> (crosses fingers and hopes stock pile)</p><p> </p><p> just tried the upload hero link and got unavailable. (when i get home from work tonight I will see what is going on, and either fix the link or reupload to another location)</p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> Bit of both, I guess. Writing up in "real time" but from story notes I've had for years.</p><p> </p><p> I've got the PDF on the front page OP now (via RG) <img alt=";)" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/wink.png.686f06e511ee1fbf6bdc7d82f6831e53.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" />.</p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="totti" data-cite="totti" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="5246" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Let me just say for anybody who hasn't yet read this epic I highly recommend setting to time aside to do just that. Best diary I have ever seen on these boards and i'm sure many would agree...<p> </p><p> Really looking forward to it buddy, so glad this is back.</p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> Thank you, mate. Far too kind <img alt=":o" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/redface.png.900245280682ef18c5d82399a93c5827.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" />. Very glad to have you back as a reader... familair faces are always nice alongside the newcomers <img alt=":)" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/smile.png.142cfa0a1cd2925c0463c1d00f499df2.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" />.</p><p> </p><p> Quote The Raven</p><p> Nevermore</p>
  15. <p></p><div style="text-align:center;"><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/GotBlood.jpg</span><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="font-size:24px;">Shawn Michaels vs. CM Punk</span></strong></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ShawnMichaels2.jpg</span><span style="font-size:14px;">vs</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/CMPunk.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:12px;">These two men initially faced off in the Masters of Pain Quarter Finals, with Punk picking up the win in dubious circumstances thanks to his "No Enforcers" stipulation. Michaels requested a rematch but was screwed out of victory by Punk after he capitalised on RVD's accidental Roundhouse Kick on his former partner. Reuniting officially for one night only, the Whole F**in' Show were able to score a tag team victory over Punk and Rhino on Monday night but can Michaels get the retribution he's been searching for here in fair singles competition and no stipulations in effect?</span></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="color:#00BFFF;">ECW Lioness Championship Match</span></span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ECWLioness.jpg</span></p><p> <strong><span style="font-size:18px;">Jazz vs. Kong vs. AKINO vs. Meiko Satomura vs. Nathalie vs. Alexis</span></strong></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Jazz.jpg</span><span style="font-size:14px;">vs</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/AmazingKong.jpg</span><span style="font-size:14px;">vs</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/AKINO.jpg</span><span style="font-size:14px;">vs</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/MeikoSatomura.jpg</span><span style="font-size:14px;">vs</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/NattieNeidhart.jpg</span><span style="font-size:14px;">vs</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/AlexisLioness.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:12px;">After a long "pack" feud between three more than capable teams, Paul E has decided that the fate of the Lioness title comes down to this 6-way at Got Blood?! So far, The Nest (or, at least, its female contingent) have managed to keep control of the gold with Alexis. However, that stability started to unravel on Monday's Revolution when Nathalie and Alexis turned on each other. That said, the teams of both Jazz and Kong and AKINO and Meiko promptly imploded too. All 6 Lionesses are eyeing the title but who will come out victorious.</span></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <span style="color:#00BFFF;"><span style="font-size:18px;">A Flaming Tables "Family Secret" Match for the</span></span></p><p><span style="color:#00BFFF;"><span style="font-size:18px;"> </span></span><span style="color:#00BFFF;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><strong>ECW Undisputed World Tag Team Championship</strong></span></span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ECWTagBelt.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ECWTagBelt.jpg</span></p><p> <strong><span style="font-size:24px;">The Dudley Boys vs. The Second Generation of Dudleys</span></strong></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/BubbaRayDudley.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/D-VonDudley.jpg</span><span style="font-size:14px;">vs</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/DickDudley.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/SlykDudley.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:12px;">Only in Dudleyville! In a bid to win the the Undisputed tag titles from their rivals in previous months, Bubba Ray and D-Von introduced the next generation of their inbred family. It consisted of Big Dick Dudley Jr., his half-sister-half-girlfriend Daizy Dudley, and their Japanese cousin, Ultimo Dudley II. Everything was normal in Dudleyville... well as normal as can be expected... until Slyk Tayshaun "STD" Dudley showed up with his Boston Crabs. He feuded with all his relatives until he won Dick and Daizy around to his way of thinking (citing the "rousing" words of one Martin Luther Dudley). Apparently, it is a secret that has torn this family apart, which Bubba and D-Von have no inetntion of spilling. However, if they lose at Got Blood?, they must do exactly that. Alternatively, if they are victorious, not only can they keep their mouths closed (makes a change...), they will also claim the gold from their nephews.</span></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <span style="color:#00BFFF;"><span style="font-size:24px;">ECW World Television Championship Match</span></span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ECWTVBelt.jpg</span></p><p> <strong><span style="font-size:24px;">AJ Styles vs. Juventud Guerrera</span></strong></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/AJStyles.jpg</span><span style="font-size:14px;">vs</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/JuventudGuerrera.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:12px;">Where does one start with these two? They have a long and storied rivalry which saw Juventud Guerrera lose his mask. We thought it had all culminated with Juvi's claiming of the TV Title but, now, Styles wants his remtach. He has claimed that the TV Title is merely a "new mask" for Juvi, which the luchadore clings to as a replacement for his previosu identity. Is there any truth to Styles' claims? Perhaps we will find out at Got Blood?</span></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="font-size:24px;">Nate Hatred vs. The Hardcore Innovators</span></strong></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/NateHatred.jpg</span><span style="font-size:14px;">vs</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/CactusJack.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/TommyDreamer.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:12px;">Yes, ECW's "Most Extreme Athlete" actually </span><span style="font-size:12px;"><em>requested</em></span><span style="font-size:12px;"> this handicap match. To quote the Sinister Minister, Nate Hatred is in the business of ending the careers of ECW legends and business is good. So far, Hatred has, frankly, destroyed such icons as Masato Tanaka and the Sandman. Furthermore, at November To Remember XV, he ended the career of "The Human Highlight Reel" Sabu. It seems Cactus Jack and Tommy dreamer are next on his list. Their history with ECW needs no explanation but can they stop the "New main Event"? And if they can't what does it say for the future of ECW?!</span></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:24px;"><span style="color:#00BFFF;">Twelve 5-minute rounds for the</span></span></p><p> <span style="font-size:36px;"><span style="color:#00BFFF;"><strong>ECW World Heavyweight Championship </strong></span></span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ECWWorldBelt.jpg</span></p><p> <span style="font-size:36px;"><strong>Chris Hero vs. Paul Burchill</strong></span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/GotBloodtitle.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:12px;">Well, here it is... The customary conclusion of "Masters of Pain season" and, indeed, the main reason for the existence of ECW's Got Blood? (so early as it is in the new year).</span></p><p><span style="font-size:12px;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-size:12px;"> Chris Hero won the annual submission tournament, gaining his shot at the World Heavyweight Championship. However, he did so by hospitalising Paul Burchill's long time friend Vito Thomaselli. To make matters worse, when Burchill's girlfriend (and Vito's sister) Kelly Thomaselli tried to tell the fans of her brother's condition, the self-proclaimed "Saviour of ECW" used it as a sickening opportunity to gloat.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:12px;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-size:12px;"> After impressive wins over the likes of Chris Jericho and Mark Calawy in recent months, we know full well that Hero is a hell of a wrestler, in spite of his attitude. Still, can he topple "The New Franchise"? Paul Burchill ended the reign of the most decorated champion in ECW history, Raven, and in so doing became only the fifth man to achieve the coveted ECW Triple Crown. He topped this off with an impressive title defence against "The Man Beast" Rhino at Masters of Pain. All agree he is the future of ECW - but, surely, so is Chris Hero.</span></p><p> </p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Quick Picks:</span></strong></p><p> </p><p> Shawn Michaels vs. CM Punk</p><p> </p><p> <em>Lioness Championship</em></p><p> Jazz vs. Kong vs. AKINO vs. Meiko Satomura vs. Nathalie vs. Alexis</p><p> </p><p> <em>Undisputed World Tag Team Championship</em></p><p> The Dudley Boys vs. The Second Generation of Dudleys</p><p> </p><p> <em>World Television Championship Match</em></p><p> AJ Styles vs. Juventud Guerrera</p><p> </p><p> Nate Hatred vs. The Hardcore Innovators</p><p> </p><p> <em>World Heavyweight Championship</em></p><p> Chris Hero vs. Paul Burchill</p>
  16. <p><strong>Monday, week 1, January</strong></p><p> <embed width="448" height="361" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" src="<a href="http://vid82.photobucket.com/player.swf?file=http://vid82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Rev.flv" rel="external nofollow">http://vid82.photobucket.com/player.swf?file=http://vid82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Rev.flv"></embed></a></p><p> </p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ScottHudson.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/JoelGertner.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> Hello, ladies and gentlemen. Happy New Year and welcome to ECW Revolution. I'm Scott Hudson...</p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> ...and I'm Joel Gertner.</p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> In just four days time, we will all witness the self-proclaimed "Saviour of ECW" Chris Hero challenge "The New Franchise" Paul Burchill for the World Heavyweight Championship. But first he has to deal with "The Soul Taker".</p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> Well, I worry about you sometimes, Scotty boy.</p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> And why is that?</p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> The lovely Francine is in action tonight and all you can talk about is...</p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> Franice isn't in action tonight.</p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> Okay, then, go ahead and split hairs. But Juvi's in action tonight which means Francine will be centre stage.</p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> You think a valet appearance by Francine is more important than the Heavyweight Title and whether that arrogant idiot Chris Hero gets put in his place?</p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> Depends.</p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> On?</p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> The length of her skirt.</p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> For crying out loud. I need a new job.</p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> Scotty, you threaten to leave because of me almost every week. Why not just get on with it? Then, perhaps, Francine can join me on announce duties.</p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> In your dreams.</p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> You have no idea... Anyway, my dreams are private.</p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> ...and lets keep them that way. First up on Monday night Revolution, Juventud Guerrera, indeed, defends his Television Title against Kurt Angle.</p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> ...and Francice d...</p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> Oh shut up, Joel!</p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="color:#FF0000;">ECW World Television Championship Match</span></strong></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ECWTVBelt.jpg</span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/KurtAngle.jpg</span>vs.<span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/JuventudGuerrera.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Francine.jpg</span></p><p> The two men put on a solid match to start the show.</p><p> Angle showcases his technical ability early on but Juvi continues his great run of form, taking teh advantage.</p><p> With Francine cheering from ringside, he hits the Juvi Driver for the win at 12:17.</p><p> <strong>Match Rating:</strong> B</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>After the match AJ Styles appears at the entrance-way, mic in hand.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/AJStyles.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Styles:</strong> Congratulations, Juventud. Live it up while the success lasts because it's just a few days until I take that World Television Title from you. You see, before Chris Daniels, Rey Mysterio and Ultimo Dragon got all tangled up in our business, I had your number. Remember that, Juvi? How I took your mask? How I took your identity... your very meaning?</p><p> </p><p> <em>Juvi scowls up the aisle-way.</em></p><p><em> Francine seems to tell him to take no notice.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Styles:</strong> Well, it seems to me you've just replaced one mask with another. Instead of the mysterious, masked Juventud Guerrera, you're now the plucky young Television Champion... but it's all an act, isn't it Juvi? Take that belt away and what are you really? An unmasked luchadore who, let's face it, is not actually as young as he used to be, with only one ECW title reign to his name and a slut who's slept with half the locker room! Without that belt, Juvi, we'll see what you really are: an abject failure. And, come Got Blood?, that's exactly what you'll be.</p><p> </p><p> <span style="color:#FF0000;"><strong>Lioness Pack Match</strong></span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/NattieNeidhart.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/AlexisLioness.jpg</span>vs.<span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/AKINO.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/MeikoSatomura.jpg</span></p><p> The Lionesses combine for a good midcard bout with plenty of back-and-forth action.</p><p> In the eighth minute, Meiko Satomura hits the Death Valley Bomb on nathalie and goes for the cover.</p><p> But AKINO enters the ring and pulls her partner off, making the cover instead.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> What the hell?</p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> I guess AKINO wants the momentum heading into Got Blood?</p><p> </p><p> Meiko pulls AKINO off Nattie and the two joshi stars get into a shoving match.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> Aah, who cares? Alexis is the only hot one anyway!</p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> For crying out loud, Joel. Alexis is also one of the sneekiest champions we've seen in ECW who was all too willing to align herself with that scumbag Raven.</p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> Yeah, but you would, woudn't you?</p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> Ugh... is that your new catchphtrase or something?</p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> You know what? Maybe.</p><p> </p><p> Alexis enters the ring and clubs AKINO from behind.</p><p> As AKINO falls, Meiko boots Alexis in the gut but it is caught and Alexis gets the Single Leg Takedown.</p><p> But she, in turn, is clubbed in the back by Nathalie.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> Oh... trouble for the Nest, now!</p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> No... not the hot one!</p><p> </p><p> Soon, an all-out four-way brawl begins.</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>Jaz and Kong come running out with prince Nana.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Jazz.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/AmazingKong.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/PrinceNana.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> Jazz and Kong slide in and start destroying anything that moves.</p><p> Kong takes out Meiko with a Lariat... and Alexis with a DDT.</p><p> Jazz hits a Piledriver on AKINO... and a DDT on Nathalie.</p><p> Referee John Finnegan decides to call for a no contest.</p><p> <strong>Match Rating:</strong> C-</p><p> </p><p> <em>Jazz and Kong are left standing in the ring, as Prince Nana celebrates their efforts.</em></p><p><em> But they turn to face each other.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> Uh-oh!</p><p> </p><p> <em>Jazz slaps Kong across the face.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> Oh!</p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> What? It's not like that face can get any uglier!</p><p> </p><p> <em>Kong slaps Jazz back and then a brawl breaks out between the two partners as Nana tries to split them up.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> I think it's finally twigged that it's all out war for the Lioness Title on Friday!</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>Rob Van Dam and Traci are backstage.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/RobVanDam.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/TracyBrooks2.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Traci:</strong> Felling better about things now?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>RVD:</strong> Yeah, I think me and Shawn are straightened out now.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Traci:</strong> Haha... you better be. You're teaming tonight.</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>Shawn Michaeks walks in.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ShawnMichaels2.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Michaels:</strong> Damn straight we are. For one night only, it's the return of everyone's favourite team.</p><p> </p><p> <em>RVD and Traci smile.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>RVD:</strong> ...and mine.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Traci:</strong> The Whole...</p><p> </p><p> <strong>RVD:</strong> ...F**kin'...</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Michaels:</strong> ...Show!</p><p> </p><p> <em>RVD and Michaels bump fists as the camera cuts back to ringside.</em></p><p> </p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/BubbaRayDudley.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/D-VonDudley.jpg</span>vs.<span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/NateHatred.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/JamesMitchell.jpg</span></p><p> The Dudleys start by going on the offensive, taking advantage of their superior numbers.</p><p> But, as ECW fans have come to expect, the sheer power of the "Most Extreme Athlete" proves to much.</p><p> Hatred begins to dominate and in the tenth minute he hits a Double Decpaitator Lariat for the victory.</p><p> <strong>Match Rating:</strong> B+</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>After the match, The Second Generation of Dudleyz come running out, closely followed by The Hardcore Innovators.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/DickDudley.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/SlykDudley.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/DaizyDudley.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/CactusJack.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/TommyDreamer.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <em>The four men make a beeline for Nate Hatred and a 4-on-1 assault ensues.</em></p><p><em> Meanwhile Diazy grabs Mitchell by his hair and starts to slap several shades of sh*t out of the Sinister Minister.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> It's retribution for last week!</p><p> </p><p> <em>Even Hatred cannot stand up to this punishment as the assault continues.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> And as Bubba and D-Von recover it looks like they will be joining the party.</p><p> </p><p> <em>But no..</em></p><p><em> Bubba and D-Von attack their nephew from behind.</em></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>As the chaos continues, the camera cuts to Paul E's office.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/PaulHeyman.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/JuventudGuerrera.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Francine.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Heyman:</strong> Right... explain that to me again.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Guerrera:</strong> Well, Paul E, AJ's comments got me thinking.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Francine:</strong> Oh, Juvi, ignore him. He's just bitter.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Guerrera:</strong> Oh, I know, Franny but it's got me thinking... Paul, would it be okay if I put the mask back on?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Heyman:</strong> Yeah... that's just it. Why?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Guerrera:</strong> Not permanently. Not properly. everyone's seen my face now, anyway and I like the freedom that come with it.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Heyman:</strong> So...?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Guerrera:</strong> I just want to wear it during my entrances as a nod to my heritage... you know, where I came from.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Heyman:</strong> That's it? Hell, that's fine with me, kid. You didn't even need to ask.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Guerrera:</strong> Thanks, Paul.</p><p> </p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/JayBriscoe.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/MarkBriscoe.jpg</span>vs.<span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/CactusJack.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/TommyDreamer.jpg</span></p><p> The crowd seem as they are growing used to the Briscoes on ECW TV.</p><p> However, there's no doubt who is winning this match.</p><p> The experience of the Innovators proves to much.</p><p> They hit a Double DDT on mark Briscoe in the tenth minute for the win.</p><p> <strong>Match Rating:</strong> C+</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>Backstage, Chris Hero marches into Mark Calaway's dressing room.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ChrisHero3.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Taker.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Hero:</strong> What the hell was that last week?! Do you know who I am?</p><p> </p><p> <em>Taker looks up and peers over his sunglasses.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Calaway:</strong> Do you know who I am, kid? I'm the deadman.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Hero:</strong> Oh you will be!</p><p> </p><p> <em>Taker smiles.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taker:</strong> You're either very brave or very stupid! Either way, I guess I do admire your balls.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Hero:</strong> Great... a homosexual deadman.</p><p> </p><p> <em>Taker grabs Hero by the throat.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taker:</strong> You watch your damn mouth, boy! I ain't gonna stand for any of your sh*t. I should rip your hands off for what you did to Vito on Friday night but, keep talking, and I'll rip your tongue out too!</p><p> </p><p> <em>Hero struggles to breathe, tapping Taker's hand to ask to be released.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taker:</strong> Now get to stepping, kid. I wouldn't want to kick your ass back here when plenty of people have paid good money for a front row seat.</p><p> </p><p> <em>He pushes Hero back by the throat and the brash Number One Conender makes a quick exit.</em></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>The Whole F**kin' Show enter the ring for their match.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/RobVanDam.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ShawnMichaels2.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/TracyBrooks2.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Bob Artese:</strong> Weighing in at a combined weight...</p><p> </p><p> <em>RVD takes the mic from Bob Artese.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>RVD:</strong> I'll take that if you don't mind, Bob.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> I think I know what's coming.</p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> Oh, good for you, Scotty boy.</p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> It's Scott, jackass!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>RVD:</strong> Making a special one night only return it's everybody's favourite team.</p><p> </p><p> <em>Michaels leans into the mic.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Michaels:</strong> ...and mine.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Both:</strong> The Whole F**kin' Show!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>RVD: </strong>Introducing, first... He weighs in at a rough, tough, ready, stacked and buff 225 lbs. Lock up your daughters and blindfold your wives because, from San Antonio Texas, it's "The Heartbreak Kid" Shawn "The Showstopper" Michaels.</p><p> </p><p> <em>Michaels strikes his flexing pose and the crowd erupts. He then takes the mic from Van Dam.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Michaels:</strong> And, introducing his tag team partner... weighing in at a slim, trim, buff, cut, ripped, chizzled, and jacked 237 lbs. Lose your inhibitions and forget your ABCs 'cos, from Battle Creek Michigan, it's mister RVD!</p><p> </p><p> <em>Van Dam points his thumbs as his initials are said and the sellout crowd imitates.</em></p><p> </p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/RobVanDam.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ShawnMichaels2.jpg</span>vs.<span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Rhyno.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/CMPunk.jpg</span></p><p> The four men combine for one of the best tag matches seen on ECW TV in recent months.</p><p> The Whole F**kin' Show look like they never stopped teaming.</p><p> In the twelfth minute, they throw Rhino from the ring amd layout Punk with a Roundhouse/Sweep Kick ccombination.</p><p> They head up opposite turnbuckles,</p><p> Michaels flexes and RVD points his thumbs.</p><p> 420 Splash!</p><p> 1...2...3!</p><p> <strong>Match Rating:</strong> B+</p><p> </p><p> <em>As the bell rings, Rhino slides back into the ring.</em></p><p><em> RVD and Michaels, still celebrating, turn realising that Rhino is back.</em></p><p><em> The Man Beast charges and catches both of them...</em></p><p><em> DOUBLE GORE!</em></p><p><em> The Man Beast heads to the back.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> Rhino is on the warptah once more!</p><p> <strong>Gertner:</strong> When is he not?!</p><p> </p><p> <em>Punk staggers to his feet and grabs a mic.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Punk:</strong> Shawn Michaels, I've beaten you twice this last week and it should have been another victory here tonight. But I want to put this to bed once and for all. You feel you somehow got screwed, huh? Well let me prove to you that it's just a case of your being the inferior wrestler. I'm challenging you to a match at Got Blood? and, when I win, Paul E will have no choice but stick me in the main event! The World Title belongs back with Raven's Nest and, since you've kicked up this little fuss, you can be just the stepping stone to achieve that.</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>Kelly Thoaselli is on the phone backstage.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/KellyNF.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Kelly:</strong> How are you feeling, bro?</p><p> </p><p> <em>She seems upset.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Kelly:</strong> That's good is it?.... Okay...</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>Paul Burchill walks into shot and puts his arm on her shoulder.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/PaulBurchillNF.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Burchill:</strong> Tell him to keep his chin up.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Kelly:</strong> Paul says "hi". He's thinking of you.</p><p> </p><p> <em>She holds the phone out so Burchill can here.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Vito:</strong> Thanks, Paulo. You got a job to do at Got Blood?</p><p> </p><p> <em>The camera cuts back to ringside.</em></p><p> </p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Taker.jpg</span>vs.<span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ChrisHero3.jpg</span></p><p> Calaway comes out like a man on a mission, physically dominating Hero.</p><p> However, Hero, through typical use of questionable tactics, is able to stay in the match.</p><p> In the twelfth, Taker lifts up Hero for the Last Ride.</p><p> But Hero rolls over his shoulders into a Victory Roll Pinfall.</p><p> 1...</p><p> Hero gets his feet on the middle rope for leverage.</p><p> ...2...3!</p><p> <strong>Match Rating:</strong> A</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> Damn this kid!</p><p> </p><p> <em>The number one contender makes a quick exit, not waiting around to find out the consequences of his actions.</em></p><p><em> As Hero runs up the aisle way, Taker makes a cut throat motion.</em></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>However, as Hero reaches the entrance-way, he is met by the World Champion.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/PaulBurchillNF.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Hudson:</strong> Uh-oh!</p><p> </p><p> <em>Burchill lands a stiff Haymaker on Hero and the number one contender collapses.</em></p><p><em> Burchill picks him up by his hair and stares at him.</em></p><p><em> He then looks across the arena at Mark Calaway, holding up four fingers.</em></p><p><em> "Four days" he mouths.</em></p><p><em> Taker smiles and nods.</em></p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:14px;"><strong><span style="color:#FF0000;">Show Rating:</span></strong></span><span style="font-size:14px;"> B+</span></p>
  17. <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="thebest2427" data-cite="thebest2427" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="5246" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>FINALLY… Nevermore HAS COME BACK… home. Read this while you were gone. Loved every letter of it. But it needs more Jeff Hardy. <img alt=":)" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/smile.png.142cfa0a1cd2925c0463c1d00f499df2.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><p> </p><p> Guerrera</p><p> Nest</p><p> Hatred</p><p> Innovators</p><p> Rhino/Punk</p><p> Hero</p><p> </p><p> I find it funny that Hatred started this diary as a jobber, but now he's becoming the next Randy Orton(legend killer).</p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> Tell me about it... I used to discuss this with readers a lot. He just took off in-game. So, what's a booker to do? <img alt=":p" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/tongue.png.ceb643b2956793497cef30b0e944be28.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p> </p><p> Similar sort of thing with Vito Thomaselli. Needed some fresh-faced midcard talent so brought in the Iron Saints. Give it about a year and Vito's just amazing! I always think of him as the Tommy Dreamer of this new ECW... seemingly an underdog but hard and feisty as hell.</p><p> </p><p> Thanks for the interest, bro. Means a lot <img alt=";)" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/wink.png.686f06e511ee1fbf6bdc7d82f6831e53.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" />.</p><p> </p><p> Revolution up tonight, I hope.</p><p> </p><p> Quote The Raven</p><p> Nevermore</p>
  18. From ECW.com Quick Picks: Kurt Angle vs. Juventud Guerrera The Nest vs. AKINO/Meiko The Dudley Boys vs. Nate Hatred The Briscoe Boys vs. The Hardcore Innovators Whole F**kin' Show vs. Rhino/Punk Mark Calaway vs. Chris Hero
  19. <p><strong>Saturday, week 4, December</strong></p><p> <embed width="448" height="361" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" src="<a href="http://i82.photobucket.com/player.swf?file=http://vid82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Bloodsweatbeers.flv" rel="external nofollow">http://i82.photobucket.com/player.swf?file=http://vid82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Bloodsweatbeers.flv"></embed></a></p><p> </p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/JoeyStyles.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Tazz.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Hello and welcome to ECW Blood, Sweat and Beers. I'm Joey Styles and, as always, alongside me is former World Heavyweight Champion and ECW Triple Crown winner, Taz... Taz, the fallout from Masters of Pain is sure to come tonight!</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Thanks for the intro as always, Joey and no doubt! Rhino is gonna be in full Man Beast mode I'd think after he missed out on the title last night.</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> You're not kidding, Taz, and he is a scary man when in that frame of mind.</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> A beast, Joey. There's good reason for that nickname!</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Of course, we also know that Chris Hero will challenge Paul Burchill for the Heavyweight Title at Got Blood?, having won the twelfth annual Masters of Pain tournament.</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Yeah, Joey, but only six of those twelve Masters have actually been succesful in their title challenge.</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> ...of which you were one in, what, 2000?</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Jeez, Joey, way to make a guy feel old!</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> But, of course, Hero's victory came at the expense of Vito Thomaselli.</p><p> <em>Taz's face turns serious.</em></p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> You hate to see anything like that happen, Joey. It was brutal.</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> There was no need for Hero's sheer sadism!</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> No, no, come on, Joe. Like the guy or not, he went in looking for a title shot and Vito's prior injury was not exactly his problem!</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Well, I'm sorry...</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Hey look, take it from someone who's won that tournament twice. It is brutal. BUT... you want to know where the fault lies? Try Jim Molineaux. The official is responsible for the safety of the competitors!</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Well, wherever the fault lies, we wish Vito all the best in his recovery and we will hear about his condition later tonight.</p><p> </p><p> <span style="color:#9932CC;"><strong>Masters of Pain Rematch</strong></span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/CMPunk.jpg</span>vs.<span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ShawnMichaels2.jpg</span></p><p> The two men combine for a great bout - a fantatsic way to start the show.</p><p> Punk relies on his usual suspect tactics but Michaels seems to retain a slight upper hand throughout.</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>That is until Monsters Inc. predictably show up.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Abyss2.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/TheGiant.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> The Monsters un to the ring and slide-in.</p><p> Goliath grabs Michaels and holds him still as Abyss stares at "The Showstopper" threateningly.</p><p> </p><p> <em>The lights cut out.</em></p><p><em> There is a huge pop.</em></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>When they return, Sabu and The Sandman are in the ring, chair and cane in hand respectively.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Sabu2.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/TheSandman.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> It's the ECW Enforcers!</p><p> </p><p> Sabu throws his chair in the face of Goliath and the the force sends the giant crashing through the ropes to the concrete floor.</p><p> "The Human Highlight Reel" follows up with a Springboard Plancha.</p><p> Meanwhile, Sandman hits a sickening cane shot on Abyss.</p><p> ...and another.</p><p> The cane shots echo around the arena as the monster arches his back and clenches his fist in pain.</p><p> Sandman continues swinging the cane until it starts to splinter and Abyss is forced roll to the outside.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Well, they're here to restore order and they've done just that!</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> More effectively than last night, that's for damn sure!</p><p> </p><p> However, in the chaos Punk lands a lowblow on Michaels.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Damn it!</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>RVD emerges from the crowd with a chair in hand.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/RobVanDam.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> It's the other half of The Whole F'n Show... Rob Van Dam.</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> This is insane!</p><p> </p><p> RVD slides in and throws the chair at Punk.</p><p> Punk catches it...</p><p> VAN DAMINATOR!</p><p> NO! Punk ducks and RVD catches Shawn Michaels square in the jaw with a Roundhouse Kick.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Oh no!</p><p> </p><p> Distraught, RVD holds his head in his hands but, sensing Punk behind hm, he turns.</p><p> CHAIR SHOT!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> And Van Dam is down.</p><p> </p><p> Punk locks in the Anaconda Vice on Michaels and "The Showstopper is forced to tap.</p><p> <strong>Match Rating:</strong> B+</p><p> </p><p> <em>As the bell rings, Punk makes a quick getaway, his monsters following close behind.</em></p><p><em> In the ring, both Michaels and RVD groggily return to standing.</em></p><p><em> Michaels stares a whole through Van Dam.</em></p><p><em> RVD seems to apologise.</em></p><p><em> Michaels shrugs Van Dam.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Uh oh!</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> We've been through this! Michaels and Van Dam have only just got back on the same page after their troubles over the last few months!</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Yeah... but luck just ain't on their side even when they decide not to team.</p><p> </p><p> <em>RVD does not retalliate he only argues his point.</em></p><p><em> Michaels screams back at him.</em></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>Traci comes sprinting out.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/TracyBrooks2.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Traci's here to sort things out.</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Maybe but she's hardly impartial... she's RVD's girlfriend.</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> ...and Michaels best friend, Taz.</p><p> </p><p> <em>She quickly slides in and positions herself between the two men.</em></p><p><em> Michaels and RVD continue to argue but Traci forces them apart.</em></p><p><em> Michaels storms out of the ring, cursing over his shoulder.</em></p><p><em> RVD and Traci make their exit too, making sure to take a different route.</em></p><p> </p><p> <span style="color:#9932CC;">Lioness Pack Match</span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/MeikoSatomura.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/AKINO.jpg</span>vs.<span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Jazz.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/AmazingKong.jpg</span></p><p> The two teams put on a great match with Prince Nana doing a good job of hyping Jazz and Kong.</p><p> However, the ECW fan base is clearly still growing accustomed to the new emphasis placed on women's wrestling.</p><p> In the ninth minute, Meiko Satomura sets up a steel chair and hits a Drop Toe Hold on Jazz straight onto the steel.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Shades of Raven in the Lioness division.</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Do me a favour and don't mention that name.</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Ha, point taken, Joe.</p><p> </p><p> She covers for the pinfall.</p><p> <strong>Match Rating:</strong> D+</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>As soon as the bell rings, the female contingent of the Nest comes running out.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/NattieNeidhart.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/AlexisLioness.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <em>Nathalie jumps Meiko from behind.</em></p><p><em> Alexis drives her Lioness title into Kong's face.</em></p><p><em> AKINO tries to intervene but she too is knocked out by the gold.</em></p><p><em> ...and the Nest leave as quikly as they came.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> They do get that it's a singles six-way at Got Blood? right?</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Yeah... who knows how it's gping to play out.</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>Traci and RVD run after Shawn Michaels backstage.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/TracyBrooks2.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/RobVanDam.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ShawnMichaels2.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Traci:</strong> Leave it, Robbie. Don't fan the flame.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>RVD:</strong> Hey, Shawn.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Michaels:</strong> Back off Rob!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>RVD:</strong> Shawn I just want to say... I'm sorry, man!</p><p> </p><p> <em>Michaels turns and looks at his friend.</em></p><p><em> But he just scoffs and walks off.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Traci:</strong> You okay, babe?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>RVD:</strong> I can't stand this sh*t, man.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Traci:</strong> Need I remind you, you too were kicking two shades of crap out of each other a few months ago.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>RVD:</strong> Aah, come on... we sorted it out. We're brothers, Trace. You know that. We had one of the greatest matches ever at N2R and we're all good... or so I thought. Tonight was an honest mistake.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Traci:</strong> I know, hun. But don't sweat it. You've got to face Rhino later and I'm not letting you go in there unprepared.</p><p> </p><p> <em>Van Dam Smirks.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>RVD:</strong> Really?... What did you have in mind? I hear... err... sports massages can be u...</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Traci:</strong> Mind out the gutter, you. </p><p> </p><p> <em>Van Dam laughs.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Traci:</strong> But beat Rhino tonight and a massage will be just the start.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>RVD:</strong> REALLY? Hmm... incentive then.</p><p> </p><p> <em>The camera cuts back to ringside.</em></p><p> </p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/CactusJack.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/TommyDreamer.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/DickDudley.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/SlykDudley.jpg</span>vs.<span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/BubbaRayDudley.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/D-VonDudley.jpg</span></p><p> Despite being billed to compete, Nate Hatred is nowhere to be seen.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Where the hell is Nate Hatred?</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Joey, Nate Hatred does what he wants and no one's dumb enough to tell him different!</p><p> </p><p> Due to this, the Dudley Boys are pretty much picked apart in a 4-on-2.</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>Ultimo Dudley II runs to the ring but Daizy Dudley is in hot pursuit</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/BanzaiDudley.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/DaizyDudley.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> It's Banzai Dudley. He's come to save his uncles.</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Except Daizy has other ideas.</p><p> </p><p> Daizy and Ultimo II brawl on the outside.</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>And a menacing figure cuts a line through the front row.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/NateHatred.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/JamesMitchell.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Here he is!</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Good of him to show up!</p><p> </p><p> Hatred slides in.</p><p> The Hardcore Innovators charge at him.</p><p> DOUBLE DECAPITATOR LARIAT!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Here we go again!</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> He is a monster.</p><p> </p><p> STD runs at "ECW's NME" but is Back Body Dropped over the ropes to the concrete floor with ease.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> OH MY GOD!</p><p> </p><p> Big Dick Dudley Jr. strides over and the two behemoths go nose to nose.</p><p> Dick lands a Haymaker...</p><p> ...but Hatred is completely unaffected.</p><p> DECAPITATOR LARIAT!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Damn!</p><p> </p><p> The Origanl Dudleys walk over and pat Hatred on the back.</p><p> Hatred looks at Mitchell.</p><p> Mitchell gives a nod.</p><p> DOUBLE DECAPITATOR LARIAT!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> He took out his own partners!</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> I told you, Joey. Nate Hatred does what he wants... when he wants.</p><p> </p><p> Hatred heads out to ringside and bundles STD back into the ring.</p><p> He then proceeds to lay Tommy Dreamer on top of Cactus Jack.</p><p> And then STD on top of them... followed by Dick Jr.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> What the hell is he doing now?</p><p> </p><p> He then lays D-Von on top of Bubba.</p><p> He places one hand on top of Dick Jr's chest and a boot on D-Von's.</p><p> Mitchell screams "Count" at the referee.</p><p> 1...2...3!</p><p> <strong>Match Rating:</strong> B-</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Damn!</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> What the hell does that even count as?</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Domination, Joey! It counts as sheer domination. Anything other than that... does it matter?</p><p> </p><p> <em>The Sinister Minister picks up a mic.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Mitchell:</strong> People seemed surprised when Nathan requested a handicap match against the Hardcore Innovators. Well, ECW's Most Extreme Athlete and New Main Event is in the business of ending careers. And business is good! So, we thought... why not two for the price of one. Catcus Jack and Tommy Dreamer... both destroyed in one night. And that night is in just six days!</p><p> </p><p> <em>The Minister cackles as Hatred just stares at the camera.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Mitchell:</strong> I've said it before and I'll say it again. Nathan may be the one who is... err... "hadicapped" going in. BUT... Cactus Jack and Tommy Dreamer, you will be the ones who leave in wheel chairs.</p><p> </p><p> <em>The Sinister Minister and his monstrous client head to the back, leaving carnage in their wake.</em></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>The most hated music in ECW blares out.</em></p><p> <object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value=" </p><div class="ipsEmbeddedVideo"><div><iframe width="200" height="150" src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/PmjmKrOT0-c?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" title="Hero"></iframe></div></div> name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src=" <div class="ipsEmbeddedVideo"><div><iframe width="200" height="150" src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/PmjmKrOT0-c?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" title="Hero"></iframe></div></div> type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> No! No way! I am not going to sit and listen to this idiot gloat when Vito is lied up in hospital somewhere.</p><p> </p><p> <em>Looking perurbed, Hero grabs a mic.</em></p><p><em> The chants begin before he can even start.</em></p><p><em> "SHUT THE F**K UP!" *Clap Clap Clap-Clap-Clap*</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Hero:</strong> I'M SORRY!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Woah... what?!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Hero:</strong> I'm sorry for what you all had to witness last night!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Well, maybe he does have a conscience.</p><p> </p><p> <em>Hero sighs.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Hero:</strong> I'm sorry that last night was the first time that it occured to you that "Hey... the Saviour of ECW, Chris Hero, will be the next World Champion"!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Oh god!</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> He is a great talent. But, my god, is he an ass!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Hero:</strong> What... what? You're expecting me to feel bad?! For earning a shot at the title that should be mine?! Vito just got in the way. He should have known better.</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>The ECW World Champion and Kelly Thomaselli walk out to huge applause.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/PaulBurchillNF.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/KellyNF.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <em>But there is none of the usual pageantry.</em></p><p><em> Kelly looks very upset and Burchill walks with his arm around her.</em></p><p><em> She takes a mic on her way into the ring.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Kelly:</strong> You sick f**k!</p><p> </p><p> <em>Hero shrugs as Burchill stares a hole through him.</em></p><p><em> Kelly tries to stop herself from crying.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Kelly:</strong> My brother... my beautiful brother is lied up in a hospital bed thanks to you... and you come out here to gloat?! F**K YOU CHRIS! F**K YOU!</p><p> </p><p> <em>She composes herself.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Kelly:</strong> But I'm not here to talk to you.</p><p> </p><p> <em>She turns to the crowd.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Kelly:</strong> Vito's recovering but...</p><p> </p><p> <em>Her voice starts to break as a tear rolls down her face.</em></p><p><em> Burchill puts his arm on her shouder.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Kelly:</strong> ...but he went into a severe state of shock last night. The doctors are saying something about his nervous system. I'm not sure.</p><p> </p><p> <em>She bursts into tears.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> the poor girl.</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Poor Vito!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Hero:</strong> So I presume he won't be wrestling for a while. Shame really... seeing the look on your face if I did his other wrist...</p><p> </p><p> <em>Furious, Burchill strides up to Hero.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Hero:</strong> Woah, there big man. It's not 'til Got Blood? that I plan to kick your ass!</p><p> </p><p> <em>Burchill grabs him by the throat.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Kelly:</strong> Leave it Paul! Leave it! He's not worth it! Don't give him the stisfaction.</p><p> </p><p> <em>Burchill releases his grip.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Kelly:</strong> Just make sure you kick this motherf**ker's ass at Got Blood?!</p><p> </p><p> <em>The crowd explodes.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Kelly:</strong> In fact, break his f**king wrist, Paul!</p><p> </p><p> <em>Burchill smiles and takes Kelly's mic.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Burchill:</strong> Why wait 'til Got Blood? See you in the main event, oh "Saviour"...</p><p> </p><p> <em>Burchill takes Kelly by the hand and walks her to the back.</em></p><p> </p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Rhyno.jpg</span>vs.<span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/RobVanDam.jpg</span></p><p> Sure enough, Rhino is on the warpath.</p><p> Try as he might, RVD cannot match the power of the Man Beast.</p><p> In the eleventh minute, Traci jumps on the apron.</p><p> She tries to distract Rhino with her feminine wiles.</p><p> But The Man Beast just shoves her from the apron into the guard rail.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> My god. That's just wrong.</p><p> <strong>taz:</strong> We've seen it before, Joey. Women don't get special consideration in ECW... particularly not from Rhino.</p><p> </p><p> RVD staggers to his feet...</p><p> ...GORE!</p><p> 1...2...3!</p><p> <strong>Match Rating:</strong> A</p><p> </p><p> <em>After the match, Rhino sets up a table beside the ring apron.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Oh no! We know what's coming.</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Does this man have no regard for human life?</p><p> </p><p> <em>Rhino slides in and drags RVD out to the apron.</em></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>Shawn Michaels comes charging out.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ShawnMichaels2.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <em>Rhino drops RVD and heads to the fllor to meet Michaels.</em></p><p><em> He charges...</em></p><p><em> ...but runs straight into SWEET CHIN MUSIC!</em></p><p><em> Michales helps up RVD.</em></p><p><em> RVD hugs his former partner.</em></p><p><em> The two men help Traci up and make an exit before the beast stirs.</em></p><p> </p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/PaulBurchillNFTitle.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/JuventudGuerrera.jpg</span>vs.<span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ChrisHero3.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/AJStyles.jpg</span></p><p> The four men combine for a solid tag bout.</p><p> The in-ring psychology of both Burchill and Hero certainly helps sell the feuds.</p><p> Though, Hero is careful to avoid being the legal man at the same time as the Heavyweight Champion.</p><p> In the thirteenth minute, as Juvi and AJ brawl on the outside, Burchill sets up Hero for the C-4.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Here we go!</p><p> </p><p> But Hero kicks Burchill below the belt.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Oh come on!</p><p> </p><p> HERO'S WELCOME!</p><p> 1...2...3!</p><p> <strong>Match Rating:</strong> B</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Damn it!</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> You gotta know it won't be that easy for him at Got Blood?, though, Joey!</p><p> </p><p> <em>The arrogant Hero celebrates his victory to the crowd's disgust.</em></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>What sounds like hell's own orchestra sounds as the arena is plunged into darkness.</em></p><p> <object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value=" </p><div class="ipsEmbeddedVideo"><div><iframe width="200" height="150" src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/g4WOV1xdZII?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" title="Taker"></iframe></div></div> name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src=" <div class="ipsEmbeddedVideo"><div><iframe width="200" height="150" src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/g4WOV1xdZII?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" title="Taker"></iframe></div></div> type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> It's "The Soul Taker"! It's Mark Calaway!</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> But what does he want?</p><p> </p><p> <em>Taker strides to the ring in his usual hybrid of biker/deadman attire but, instead of his usual vest, he wears a Vito Thomaselli merchandise shirt.</em></p><p><em> Hero stares on in panic.</em></p><p><em> Taker steps over the rope.</em></p><p><em> He grabs Hero by the throat.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> CHOKESLAM!</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> It seems Taker took offence at Hero's actions too.</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Well, Vito was somehwhat of a protege to Calaway.</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> In that case, Hero's got more than the champ to worry about! He's in for a world of hurt!</p><p> </p><p> <em>The show cuts as Taker makes his slit throat motion.</em></p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="color:#800080;"><strong>Show Rating:</strong></span></span><span style="font-size:14px;"> B</span></p>
  20. <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="DanMTheMan" data-cite="DanMTheMan" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="5246" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Random predictions as I slowly get caught up on this beast of a dynasty.....</div></blockquote><p> </p><p> Ha ha, yeah <img alt=":p" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/tongue.png.ceb643b2956793497cef30b0e944be28.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" />.</p><p> </p><p> Glad to have you on board. Mistaken was legend enough to create a pdf of just the story relevant posts. I'll try and get a link to that on the front page soon enough.</p><p> </p><p> Mistaken, if I'm overstepping the mark here just shout.</p><p> </p><p> Quote The Raven</p><p> Nevermore</p>
  21. <p></p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong><em>From ECW.com</em></strong></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="5246" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="color:#9932CC;"><span style="font-size:36px;"><strong>Confirmed for Blood, Sweat & Beers:</strong></span></span></p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:18px;">An update on the medical condition of Vito Thomaselli</span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/VitoThomaselli2.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:12px;">Vito's fractured wrist was always going to pose a problem for him heading into the Masters of Pain but no one expected to see the shocking events that unfolded. Chris Hero's extended wristlock on the young Italin, combined with the official's apparent indecision, led to one of the more harrowing sights in the recent history of ECW. We wish Vito well, and on Saturday night, we will make sure to update you on his medical condition.</span></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="color:#9932CC;">Masters of Pain Rematch</span></span></p><p> <span style="font-size:18px;"><strong>CM Punk vs. Shawn Michaels</strong></span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/CMPunk.jpg</span><span style="font-size:14px;">vs</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ShawnMichaels2.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:12px;">Feeling he was screwed out of a fair shot in the tournament thanks to Punk's choice of stipulation, "The Showstopper" has requested this Masters of Pain rematch. Will Michaels prove his point or will the leader of the Nest make it a 2-for-1?</span></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="color:#9932CC;">Lioness Pack Match</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14px;"> </span><span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Mika Akino & Meiko Satomura vs. Jazz & Kong vs. Alexis & Nathalie</strong></span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/AKINO.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/MeikoSatomura.jpg</span><span style="font-size:14px;">vs</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Jazz.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/AmazingKong.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:12px;">As we approach the singles 6-way match for the Lioness Title at Got Blood?, the female behemoths of Jazz and Kong will square off against at Akino and Meiko Satomura. Not only is the result of this one anyone's guess, the female contingent of the Nest certainly have a vested interest and may well be lurking in the shadows if past experience is anything to go by.</span></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="color:#9932CC;">Handicap Tag Team Match</span></span></p><p> <span style="font-size:18px;"><strong>The Hardcore Innovators & The New Generation of Dudleys</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><strong> vs.</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><strong> Nate Hatred & The Dudleys</strong></span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/CactusJack.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/TommyDreamer.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/DickDudley.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/SlykDudley.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/BubbaRayDudley.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/D-VonDudley.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/NateHatred.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:12px;">At Got Blood?, Bubbba and D-Von will face their inbred nephews in a "Titles Versus Family Secret Match" (only in Dudleyville) and this match provides an early opportunity to build some momentum going in. Meanwhile, "ECW's NME" Nate Hatred actually </span><span style="font-size:12px;"><em>requested</em></span><span style="font-size:12px;"> a handicap match against the Hardcore Innovators for the same pay-per-view. Not only does the "New Main Event" have a history of ending the career's of ECW legends, you only need to look at how willing the Paul E is to stick him in the midst of another handicap match to get a sense of how dominant he has been. No doubt the Innovators will be looking to do some damage to this mastodon before their final showdown.</span></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:18px;"><strong>Rhino vs. RVD</strong></span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Rhyno.jpg</span><span style="font-size:14px;">vs</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/RobVanDam.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:12px;">Neither man had the experience they had hoped for at Masters of pain and, now they look to set the record straight. The Man Beast is sure to be on the warpath after his title defeat against Paul Burchill but RVD has never been one to go down without a fight!</span></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:24px;"><strong>Paul Burchill & Juventud Guerrera</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-size:24px;"><strong> vs.</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-size:24px;"><strong> Chris Hero & AJ Styles</strong></span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/PaulBurchillNFTitle.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/JuventudGuerrera.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ChrisHero3.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/AJStyles.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:12px;">The dream team of ECW's EWorld Television and World Heavyweight Champions combine in tag team action this week! They join forces to take on the team comprised of their respective opponents at Got Blood? The bad blood between AJ Styles and Guerrera is well documented, Styles being the man who unmasked Juve earlier this year. The history between Burchill and Hero, though, is not as storied. Nevertheless, the self-proclaimed "Saviour of ECW" won his shot at the gold by seemingly torturing the champion's long-time friend, Vito Thomaselli. There is not yet any word on Vito's condition and, surely, "The New Franchise" will not just be looking for the upper hand heading into Got Blood? but also retribution for his fallen comrade.</span></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ecwbbb.jpg</span></p><p> <span style="font-size:12px;"><strong>ECW Blood, Sweat & Beers; where progress is measured in pain!</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-size:12px;"><strong> Now on FX</strong></span></p></div><p></p><p>[/Quote]</p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Quick picks</span></strong></p><p> </p><p> CM Punk vs. Shawn Michaels</p><p> </p><p> Akino & Meiko vs. Jazz & Kong</p><p> </p><p> Hardcore Innovators & The New Dudleys vs. The Dudleys & Nate Hatred</p><p> </p><p> Rhino vs. RVD</p><p> </p><p> Burchill & Juve vs. Hero & Styles</p></div></blockquote>
  22. <p>Right, let's see if I can keep this going now, shall we? Sheesh... apologies for my horrendous unreliability <img alt="" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/redface.png.900245280682ef18c5d82399a93c5827.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" />. Real life and that. EDIT: In fact, let me say more than that. I've felt like a real arse throwing some scraps here and there over the last few years but never really getting this up and running. Yes, real life took over but, the creation of this "New Era" and CoDE left this diary in a place where a lot of stuff had to be reimagined... which was always the point but it made getting back into writing it very daunting! Anyway, I think I'm over that hump now. So, a huge sorry if my infrequent updates have been the cause of irritation! And, if there's anyone left here who's read this oveblown behemoth, thank you. It's appreciated more than you will know.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Friday, week 4, December</strong></p><p> <embed width="448" height="361" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" src="<a href="http://vid82.photobucket.com/player.swf?file=http://vid82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/MOP-1.flv" rel="external nofollow">http://vid82.photobucket.com/player.swf?file=http://vid82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/MOP-1.flv"></embed></a></p><p> </p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/JoeyStyles.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/DonCallis.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Tazz.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Good evening, ladies and gentlemen and welcome to the ECW Masters of Pain Finals. Pain is a fact of life but only those who master it can appreciate its rewards. I'm Joey Styles alongside Don Callis and a former two time winner of this very competition, Taz.</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Thanks for the intro, Joe. Tonight should be off the hook! Not only have we got the tournament finals as you mentioned but also a World Heavyweight Championship match between "The Man Beast" and "The New Franchise" Paul Burchill.</p><p> <strong>Callis:</strong> ...and that, Taz, will be the first title match contested under the new rules of the code.</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Well it looks like Bob Artese is ready in the ring. So let's get to it.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Bob Artese:</strong> Ladies and Gentleman, the following is the first of four quarter-finals of ECW's Masters of Pain Tournament, held to determine the first Number One Contender of the new year. The following are the rules that apply to the Masters Of Pain tournament -</p><p> </p><p> All matches are one fall but cannot be decided via a pinfall. However, submission, either by tap out or by saying "I quit" through a microphone, will result in a loss as will being knocked out for a ten count. In the case of the quarter-finals of the tournament, one extra match stipulation will be chosen by the winner of a coin toss held prior to tonight's event.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Well, that's a rule change right there! In previous years, the coin toss rule applied to the semis and final.</p><p> <strong>Callis:</strong> Do you like that change, Taz?</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> I guess we'll see how it goes.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Artese:</strong> The first quarter final will be between "The Lionheart" Chris Jericho and "The Saviour of ECW" Chris Hero. Having one the toin coss, Chris Hero has selected the match stipulation. He has requested a "No Liontamers" match.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> What the hell?</p><p> <strong>Callis:</strong> Really?!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Artese:</strong> That means that the Liontamer subission hold will be considered illegal in the context of this bout and its application will result in an immediate disqualification.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Well, Callis, in view of that, I think I like the rule change. It means an idiot like Chris Hero can't upset the later stages of the tournament too much.</p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="color:#00BFFF;">Masters of Pain Quarter-Final</span></strong></p><p><strong><span style="color:#00BFFF;"> "No Liontamers" Match</span></strong></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ChrisJericho.jpg</span>vs.<span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ChrisHero3.jpg</span></p><p> Seeming understandably pissed off by the stipulation, Chris Jericho wastes no time in launching himself at Hero.</p><p> A brawl ensues, reigniting all the bad blood that existed between these two.</p><p> Jericho quickly gets the upper-hand, hitting a quick string of maneuvers.</p><p> He grabs Hero by the legs and looks to lock in the Liontamer.</p><p> The crowd seem to gasp, as Jericho realises his instinctive reaction will do him no favours.</p><p> Referee, Jim Molineaux, shakes his head, indicating that he won't disqualify Jericho for his near-mistake.</p><p> However, before Jericho can release the hol, Hero kicks him off.</p><p> Jericho bounces off the ropes as Hero springs to his feet.</p><p> Hero's Sidekick!</p><p> Hero seems to maintain a degree of control from this point on.</p><p> In the fourteenth minute, Hero spins round for a Discus Clothesline.</p><p> But, instead, pokes Jericho in the eye with his other hand.</p><p> Jericho drops to one knee, covering his eye.</p><p> Hero boots him in the head, so he collapses on the canvas.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Chris Hero is looking for a submission hold here... It looks like the Hangman's Clutch.</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> And he's captured the near arm, Joey. You've got to give it to him - that's flawless execution!</p><p> </p><p> Jericho stretches out his free arm to the lower rope.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Callis:</strong> ...and there are no rope breaks recognised under the CoDE!</p><p> </p><p> Jericho has no choice but to tap.</p><p> <strong>Match Rating:</strong> A</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Callis:</strong> Damn! Chris Hero is advancing to the Semi-Finals.</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> You know, Callis, whether we like his attitude or not, at some point, we're gonna have to accept that this kid is an excellent wrestler!</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>Becky Bayless approaches "The New Franchise" and his entourage as they enter the arena.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Becky.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ShaneDouglasNFTitle.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/PaulBurchillNF.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/KellyNF.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Becky:</strong> Paul, many people question how you will deal with the sheer power and brute strength of Rhino. Any comments?</p><p> </p><p> <em>Burchill frowns and continues walking.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Douglas:</strong> Hey, kiddo, don't disturb his focus. Talk to me.</p><p> </p><p> <em>Burchill and Kelly continue down the corridoor as Becky continues to interview Shane Douglas.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Becky:</strong> Same question to you then, Shane.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Douglas:</strong> Listen, Becky... a lot of people are intimidated by Rhino because he goes around on this rampage, blindsiding people. But the only statement Paul Burchill needs to make is in the ring and that is exactly where he will do so tonight.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Becky:</strong> But how does Paul anticipate neutralising Rhino's power game in the ring?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Douglas:</strong> Anyone who thinks "The New Franchise" can't compete on the basis of physical strength is sorely mistaken... regardless of who his opponent is. The very reason he goes by that name is because he is reminiscent of me in my younger days, the best all-around wrestler in the world with no weaknesses in any aspect of the sport. The only thing is he may just be better.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Becky:</strong> The last month has made for some fractious moments between Paul and his friend Vito. How much of a factor could that be to his pre-fight mental state?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Douglas:</strong> Becky, with all due respect, this isn't a soap opera. This is the sport of professional wrestling and Burchill will demonstrate exactly why he is the best in the world. Now, if you'll excuse me, we have some pre-fight workouts to go through.</p><p> </p><p> <em>The feed cuts back to ringside.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Bob Artese:</strong> The following Masters of Pain Quarter-Final will be contested between Kurt Angle and Mark Calaway. Having won the coint toss, Mark Calaway has requested a Dog Collar Match.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Well, that's smart as hell! The Dog collar will severely limit Angle's ability to use an in-and-out technical style.</p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="color:#00BFFF;">Masters of Pain Quarter-Final</span></strong></p><p><strong><span style="color:#00BFFF;"> Dog Collar Match</span></strong></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/KurtAngle.jpg</span>vs.<span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Taker.jpg</span></p><p> What starts as a relatively even contest turns in Calaway's favour.</p><p> The combinataion of the dog collar and his sheer brute strength means that he is able to overpower Angle whilst not allowing his opponent to rely on a technical game.</p><p> In the twelfth minute, "The Soul Taker" hits a Chokeslam on Angle.</p><p> He then picks up his opponent in a Militray Press and launches him over the top rope.</p><p> 'Taker steps closer to the ropes allowing enough give in the dog collar for Angle to crash to the concrete floor.</p><p> Calaway then grabs the chain and lifts Angle off the floor by his neck, effectively hanging him.</p><p> Taker screams "Say it, Kurt!"</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> OH MY GOD!</p><p> <strong>Callis:</strong> It's the Masters of Pain, Joey. It goes with the territory.</p><p> </p><p> "I QUIT!"</p><p> John finnegan calls for the bell.</p><p> <strong>Match Rating:</strong> B+</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> I have to say... I'm glad Taker wasn't in the tournament in my day.</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> I can only imagine. Well, Chris Hero and the "Soul Taker" are through to the semi finals and I believe we can go live to Becky backstage.</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>Becky Bayless is backstage with Vito Thomaselli.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Becky.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/VitoThomaselli2.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Becky:</strong> Vito, you've had quite the run of bad luck.</p><p> </p><p> <em>Vito smirks.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Vito:</strong> No kidding.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Becky:</strong> You've been drawn in the eighth seed for the Masters of Pain finals; gored multiple times; your wrist fractured... with the head of your best friend no less, considerable tension resulting with that fri...</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Vito:</strong> Yeah, not meaning to be rude, but you REALLY don't have to remind me.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Becky:</strong> Do you blame Paul Burchill for your current predicament?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Vito:</strong> What? No! What sort of question is that? Aren't you supposed to be a sports analyst?</p><p> </p><p> <em>Becky looks shocked.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Becky:</strong> Okay, moving on then... Do you think your chances in the Masters of Pain finals will be hindered by your injury or your seeding?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Vito:</strong> Try both.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Becky:</strong> Really? I must admit that's not the answer I was expecting.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Vito:</strong> No, don't worry, I'm being facetious. Listen, carrying an injury into a submission wrestling tournament is hardly ideal but my offensive game as well as my mat defensive skills will see me through. As for the seeding? I've overcome tougher challenges. This is my shot and I'm seizing it with both hands!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Becky:</strong> Does that mean you think you will win the tournament tonight.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Vito:</strong> Of course. I was the number one contender in the champion's eyes. Hell, even by a fair assesment I should be the number one contender now. I got screwed over. It wasn't anyone's fault... as much as you and your journo amicos like a good headline... well, apart from Rhino's maybe. It was one of those things. But most definitely I was screwed. It won't happen again!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Becky:</strong> Thanks for your time, Vito. Good luck tonight.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Vito:</strong> Thanks, Becky.</p><p> </p><p> The feed cuts back to ringside.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Bob Artese:</strong> The following Masters of Pain Quarter-Final will be contested between CM Punk and Shawn Michaels. Having won the coint toss, CM Punk has requested that no "ECW Enforcers", as ratified by the new Code of Dimishing Extremes, will be allowed to involve themselves in the match.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Oh great... Allowing for the Nest's intereference, I'll bet.</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Again, Joey, I guess this is why Paul E has reserved the added stipulations for only the Quarter Finals this year!</p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="color:#00BFFF;">Masters of Pain Quarter-Final</span></strong></p><p><strong><span style="color:#00BFFF;"> "No Enforcers" Match"</span></strong></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/CMPunk.jpg</span>vs.<span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ShawnMichaels2.jpg</span></p><p> The match starts at frenetic pace.</p><p> A series of whips to the ropes, ducked clotheslines and takedowns.</p><p> As Punk is whipped to the ropes again, he catches the top rope to steady himself...</p><p> ...and Michaels clotheslines him to the floor.</p><p> The Showstopper then rebounds from the opposite side of the ring and launches himself over the ropes.</p><p> But Punk grans a chair from the front row and swats Michaels out of the air.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Oh! you could hear the impact. Scratch that... you could feel the impact of that. Even up here in the announcers' booth.</p><p> </p><p> Punk rolls Michaels into the ring and locks in a Front Chancery.</p><p> Michaels starts to fade but with the support of the crowd he rallies back.</p><p> Working his way up to standing he elbows Punk in the ribs and pushes him to the ropes.</p><p> Punk rebounds...</p><p> SWEET CHIN MUSIC</p><p> No! Punk ducks... and hits the clothesline.</p><p> No! Now Michales ducks.</p><p> Sweep Kick.</p><p> But Punk jumps it.</p><p> He jabs Michaels in the face.</p><p> And again.</p><p> And hooks him up for the Piledriver.</p><p> But Michaels slams Punk over his head.</p><p> Both men return to standing.</p><p> Punk kicks Michaels in the gut.</p><p> But it is caught and Punk is spun around.</p><p> SWEET CHIN MUSIC.</p><p> Yes, this time it connects.</p><p> The referee assesses Punk's situation.</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>But the Monsters emerge from the back</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Abyss2.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/TheGiant.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> Michaels turns to face them and goes for a second Sweet Chin Music on Goliath.</p><p> But the giant ctaches his foot and lifts him into a Powerbomb.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Oh, damn it! Come on! It's the Masters of Pain finals.</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> But no enforcers, Joe... annoying as that is.</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Can John Finnegan disqualify here?</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> I don'th think so Joey. "I Quit", knockout or submission. Those are the rules.</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>RVD emerges through the crowd.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/RobVanDam.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> It's Rob Van Dam!</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> But isn't he in action in just a few minutes... like after this match?</p><p> </p><p> RVD brings a chair with him and throws it at Goliath.</p><p> The giant catches it... Van Daminator!</p><p> Abyss goes to punhc him but RVD boots him in the gut.</p><p> DDT on the chair!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Interference works both ways, Joey. God bless ECW!</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> God bless Rob Van Dam!</p><p> </p><p> However, Punk crawls to his feet and hits a lowblow on Van Dam from behind.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Damn it!</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>Vito Thomaselli now sprints to the ring.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/VitoThomaselli2.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> Shieldding his fractured wrist, he uses his good hand to lay a beat down on Punk.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> There is no love lost between these two.</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> To say the least! And don't forget, depending on results, they could face each other in the semi-finals tonight.</p><p> </p><p> Michaels returns to his feet and the beatdown becomes 2-on-1, much to the fans delight.</p><p> However, the Monsters return, as does RVD, a full-scale brawl breaking out.</p><p> RVD and Vito brawl with Monsters to the outside.</p><p> In the chaos, Punk hits another lowblow, this time on Michaels.</p><p> He locks in the Anacond vice and Michaels has no choice but to tap.</p><p> <strong>Match Rating:</strong> B+</p><p> </p><p> <em>Punk quickly rolls from the ring and he makes a quick getaway flanked by monsters Inc.</em></p><p><em> RVD rolls into the ring to check on Michaels.</em></p><p><em> Groggily getting to his feet, Michaels exits the ring as Vito entered.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Bob Artese:</strong> The following Masters of Pain Quarter-Final will be contested between Rob Van Dam and Vito Thomaselli.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Well, that was quick.</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Well, they're out here, Joey...</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Bob Artese:</strong> Having won the coint toss, Vito Thomaselli has requested that no added stipulatons be enforce.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> What?</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> I like that. I like this kid's attitude. Even coming in with a fractured wrist, he wants a fair fight with no added advantage!</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Good point, Taz. It certainly speaks to his character.</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Though maybe not his smarts...</p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="color:#00BFFF;">Masters of pain Quarter-Final</span></strong></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/RobVanDam.jpg</span>vs.<span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/VitoThomaselli2.jpg</span></p><p> The two men continue where they left off, only this time the violence is directed at one another.</p><p> A brilliant chain wrestling display starts the match, similar to the last.</p><p> However, the moves, perhaps slightly sloppier, are peorformed at an even greater pace.</p><p> Ducked clotheslines, jumped sweeps, arm wrenches and reversals... the pace is electrifying.</p><p> Collar and elbow tieup.</p><p> Vito pushes RVD to the ropes.</p><p> Van Dam rebounds and shoulder blocks Vito to the mat.</p><p> RVD rebounds of the ropes again.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Could it be rolling Thunder?</p><p> </p><p> No! Vito flips to his stomach and RVD steps over him rebounding again from the opposite rope.</p><p> Vito springs to his feet and leapfrogs Van Dam.</p><p> Vito now rebounds from the ropes and RVD leapfrogs him.</p><p> Vito rebounds again.</p><p> RVD performs the splits, leaning forward to duck a clothesline.</p><p> But Vito scouts this and leg drops RVD's head...</p><p> No! RVD sits up and out of the way.</p><p> Both men in a seated position, RVD tries to roundhouse kick Vito but Vito leans back and uderneath it.</p><p> Both men return to standing but only briefly as Vito sweeps away RVD's legs with his arm.</p><p> He looks for the elbow drop but RVD rolls out of the way and to his feet.</p><p> With Vito now prone on the mat, RVD launches in a Sommersault Leg drop</p><p> but Vito moves.</p><p> Both men return to standing and stare at each other.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Wow.</p><p> </p><p> The fans cheer deafeningly as the two men shake hands.</p><p> RVD turns to showboat for the fans... but his nonsense is not a part of Vito's plans.</p><p> The match continues as an even, electric display.</p><p> In the fifteenth minute, Van Dam heads to the turnbuckle.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Five Star Frog...</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> No.</p><p> </p><p> Vito springs to his feet as RVD crashes into the canvas.</p><p> The young Italian scoops his opponent straight up...</p><p> Vito Driver.</p><p> He then climbs on top of RVD and reigns down punches.</p><p> Jim Molineaux steps into separate them, having ajudged RVD to be out cold.</p><p> <strong>Match Rating:</strong> B+</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>Rhino is seen pacing backstage.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Rhyno.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <em>He strides up and down a corridoor, periodically beating hist chest and tempples, psyching himself out.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> The Man Beast is ready for action!</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> And so too are Chris Hero and Mar Calaway.</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> And this is where the the real "Pain" of this tournament begins, folks. Both of these men have already wrestled tonight and, if they expect a title shot, they'll have to fight... and win twice more!</p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="color:#00BFFF;">Masters of Pain Semi-Final</span></strong></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ChrisHero3.jpg</span>vs.<span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Taker.jpg</span></p><p> Both men launch into a collar-and-elbow tie-up.</p><p> Taker pushes Heroand the youngster rolls across the ring to the corner.</p><p> Hegets back to his feet as Calaway smiles to himself.</p><p> Again, a tie-up ensues.</p><p> Again Hero is tossed away like a rag doll.</p><p> Taker shakes his head, indicating "The Saviour" cannot win a power game.</p><p> Again, a tie-up is initiated.</p><p> No... Hero slips through the Deadman's legs, jumps up onto his back and locks in a sleeper hold.</p><p> Taker flails around, clearly in great discomfort.</p><p> He backs into a turnbuckle to crush his opponent but the youngster does not release his grip.</p><p> Calaway then falls flat backwards, trapping Hero between his ample frame and the canvas.</p><p> However, still Hero holds on until the Deadman starts to fade.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Wow, Hero's looking very good, here.</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> I've said it before, Joe. The most grating thing of all about this kid is that he genuinely is a very good competitor... in spite of the attitude!</p><p> </p><p> The hold is finally released when Calaway seems glazed over.</p><p> Hero ducks out to ringside and grabs a chair.</p><p> As Calaway staggers to his feet, he is caught with a a chair shot that can be heard across state lines.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Calaway is down!</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> And how.</p><p> </p><p> Hero climbs ontop of the giant form and lands blow after blow to Calaway's forhead.</p><p> However, Taker grabs vito by the throat with both hands.</p><p> He then sits up and makes his way back to standing, with Hero's neck still in his grasp.</p><p> He lifts the youngster up... Choke Bomb!</p><p> Now, Calaway grabs the chair.</p><p> Hero stands and is levelled with an equally sick chair shot.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> OH MY GOD!</p><p> </p><p> The match continues as a brutal contest for the next several minutes.</p><p> In the twelfth minute, Hero thumbs Taker in the eye.</p><p> He then makes his way to the corner and removes the top turnbuckle pad.</p><p> He makes his way back to the grounded Calaway and lifts him to standing.</p><p> He whips the Deadman to the exposed corner.</p><p> But, no, it's reversed.</p><p> Taker charges after Hero, who catches the top rope, lifts his back legs and elevates over Taker who runs, chest-first into the buckle.</p><p> As the Deadman catches his breath, clearly winded, Hero picks up the chair and cracks Calaway in the back of his skull.</p><p> The Deadman's face shoots forward and his forehead stikes the buckle.</p><p> He staggers into a Cravate Buster.</p><p> Hero locks in the Hangman's Clutch...</p><p> ...and Calaway taps.</p><p> <strong>Match Rating:</strong> A</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Calaway tapped! Calaway tapped!</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> When he needs to, this kid can straight up wrestle. Not fight. Wrestle. His submission locks, his suplexes and understanding of the mat game... I'll change what I said before. The most annoying thing about this kid is that he reminds me of me!</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>Backstage the judges for the World Heavyweight Championship match are seen arriving as Becky Bayless approaches.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/TerryFunk.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/LarryHolmes.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/RandyCouture.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Becky.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Becky:</strong> Randy, any thoughts before the big fight?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Couture:</strong> I'm looking forward to a good, clean fight Becky... between two of the greatest athletes in the world at the moment.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Becky:</strong> ...and with regard to your role as judge?</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Couture:</strong> Well I've been on the end of a few decisions in my day. If it comes to that, I promise the fans and the competitors a fair and honest judgement.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Becky:</strong> Thanks, Randy. Back to you, Joey.</p><p> </p><p> <span style="color:#00BFFF;"><strong>Masters of Pain Semi-Final</strong></span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/CMPunk.jpg</span>vs.<span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/VitoThomaselli2.jpg</span></p><p> It is Vito Thomaselli who comes out looking the more determined.</p><p> By the sixteenth minute, he has really started to wear the Punkdown and looks about ready to put him away.</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>However, the camera cuts backstage where the muscle of the Nest is brawling with ECW's new enforcers.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Abyss2.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/TheGiant.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Sabu2.jpg</span><span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/TheSandman.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> The Monsters layout the enforcers and head to the ring.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Callis:</strong> Well some good they turned out to be!</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Oh come on, Callis. Have you not noticed how big these guys are?</p><p> </p><p> Vito sees the coming and grabs a chair from ringside.</p><p> As he re-enters, Abyss charges at him with a Big Boot.</p><p> But Vito ducks and the monster's size 12 connects squarely with CM Punk.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Abyss just took out his own boss!</p><p> </p><p> Vito throws the chair into the face of the Monster.</p><p> Goliath grabs him by his hair from behind but Vito picks the chair back up and swings it backwards over his head, nailing the giant in the face.</p><p> Vito backs away to the ropes, waiting for Monsters Inc to recover.</p><p> When they do, both monsters charge at the youngster.</p><p> Thomaselli merely drops down, pulling the top rope with him, and both monsters go hurtling to the arena floor.</p><p> As the monsters return to their feet, Vito leaps off the top rope.</p><p> Springboard Sommersault Plancha!</p><p> Both monsters collapse in a heap.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> OH MY GOD!</p><p> </p><p> <em>"Holy Sh*t! Holy Sh*t! Holy Sh*t!"</em></p><p> </p><p> Punk has recovered as Vito re-enters.</p><p> As Vito slides in, Punk stomps on his fractured wrist</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Callis:</strong> Oh, come on!</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> What do you expect?</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> From Punk? Exactly those sort of tactics!</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Hey, if I was in the semi-finals, I'd use any advantage.</p><p> </p><p> Again Punk stomps on Vito's wrist.</p><p> And again.</p><p> He grabs a microphone and shoves it into Vito's face.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Punk:</strong> Say it Vito. Say those three magic words and it will all be over.</p><p> <strong>Vito:</strong> F*ck you, Punk!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> My god does this kid have some heart?!</p><p> </p><p> Punk continues to stomp on the fractured wrist.</p><p> Again he bends down to point the mic at Vito.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Punk:</strong> Say it!</p><p> </p><p> But with his good hand, Vito sweeps Punk's legs away.</p><p> And locks in a sleeper hold.</p><p> He wrenches on Punk's neck so hard gasps can be heard from the crowd.</p><p> ...and Punk taps!</p><p> <strong>Match Rating:</strong> A</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> No Way! No way!</p><p> <strong>Callis:</strong> My respect for this kid just grows and grows!</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Major props, no doubt!</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>As Punk and his Monsters make their way to the back in a state of shock, Chris Hero sprints to the ring.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ChrisHero3.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <em>He immediately locks in a wrist lock on Vito's fractured wrist.</em></p><p> </p><p> <span style="color:#00BFFF;"><strong>Masters of Pain Final</strong></span></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/ChrisHero3.jpg</span>vs.<span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/VitoThomaselli2.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Callis:</strong> Oh, god damn it!</p><p> </p><p> But Vito will not tap.</p><p> Somehow he fights his way back up to standing, elbowing Hero in the ribs.</p><p> He pushes his opponent to the ropes.</p><p> Hero rebounds... back body drop.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> This is incredible!</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> But how long can he last with one arm?</p><p> </p><p> Vito approaches the prone Hero looking for another sleeper hold.</p><p> However, as Vito wraps his arm around Hero's neck, "The Saviour" again grabs Vito's wrist.</p><p> He turns it into another wrist lock.</p><p> Vito writhes in pain as Hero smiles maniacally.</p><p> But Vito still won't tap.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Callis:</strong> Oh no...</p><p> </p><p> The young Italian's screams echo around the arena as the crowd falls silent.</p><p> There is a deathly hush except for one man's tortured cries.</p><p> Hero looks at the referee.</p><p> Jim Molineaux looks panicked but there is nothing he can do.</p><p> Vito's eyes start to glaze over and slowly shut.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Callis:</strong> GOD DAMN IT KID JUST TAP!</p><p> </p><p> Vito stomps his foot on the floor, seemingly trying to give himself another burst of energy.</p><p> Again, he fights his way to standing.</p><p> But the pain is too much... he collapses back to the mat as Hero continues to wrench his wrist.</p><p> In little time, Vito falls as silent as the crowd.</p><p> But his body twitches uncontrollably.</p><p> The camera pans around the looks of horror from the crowd, some fans even looking as though they are welling up.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> RING THE F**KING BELL!</p><p> </p><p> Jim Molineaux breaks up the hold.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Bob Artese:</strong> Ladies and gentleman, referee Jim Molineaux has ajudged Vito Thomaselli to be unconscious and, by the official's discretion, this will be considered as a knockout.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Match Rating:</strong> B+</p><p> </p><p> <em>There is complete and utter silence.</em></p><p><em> Even Hero doesn't celebrate or utter a murmur as he backs away from Vito's seemingly lifeless body.</em></p><p><em> EMTs sprint to the ring and the feed fades to black.</em></p><p><em> </em></p><p><em> After a minute or two, it returns, focussing on the announcers.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Ladies and gentlemen, we apologise for what you just had to witness. It is inevitable in the sport of professional wrestling that injuries will occurr but there are times when athletes suffer experiences that we couldn't possibly wish upon another human being. We sincerely hope that Vito Thomaselli is okay... that is to say as well as he can be under the circumstances. Our thoughts, along with everyone here at Extreme Championship Wrestling, are with him and those who care about him. As I say, we can only hope his injury is not too severe and that he recovers as soon as possible.</p><p> <em>Taz looks stone-faced, all excitement having drained from his voice.</em></p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Here here, Joey.</p><p> <strong>Callis:</strong> And what we do know is that Chris Hero will go to Got Blood? to challenge the winner of our next match.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Bob Artese:</strong> Ladies and gentleman, the following contest is a two out of three falls contest comprised of twelve five minute rounds for the Extreme Championship Wrestling World Heavyweight Championship. Introducing your judges for this evening's main event: The Hardcore Legend, Terry Funk; former boxing World Heavyweight Champion, Larry Holmes; and a former multiple collegiate, Pan-American and World Champion in Greco roman Wrestling and Mixed Martial Arts, Randy "The Natural" Couture!</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>Rhino makes his way to thering.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/Rhyno.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <em>He snorts and spits and paces up and down the ring upon entering.</em></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>...and, then, the arena is plunged into darkness. 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He is "The Man Beast"... Rhino!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Bob Artese:</strong> ...and in the corner to my left... weighing in at 247lbs and standing at 6 feet 4 inches, he is the Extreme Championship Wrestling World Heavyweight Champion... "The New Franchise"... Paul Burchill!</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><em>A display of ECW's new PPV deal, Kendra Wilkinson acts as the ring girl holds up the sign signalling the beginning of the first round.</em></p><p> <span>http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/charliepag/KendraWilkinson.jpg</span></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Here we go, ladies and gentleman... and it should be fantastic!</p><p> </p><p> Rhino immeidtale charges in for a Gore...</p><p> ...but Burchill sidesteps and Rhino crashes into the turnbuckle post.</p><p> Burchill immediately pounces on Rhino smothering him so that the back of his head is against the turnbuckle.</p><p> The champion connects a series of forearms before The Man Beast starts to fight back.</p><p> Rhino hits an elbow to the side of the head.</p><p> The champion wraps up the challenger in a side headlock but, with sheer strength, Rhino breaks free.</p><p> However, the champion acheives a solid side control and peppers away at Rhino with fists and knees for the remainder of the round.</p><p> </p><p> <em>End of Round 1</em></p><p><em> </em></p><p><em> The two competitors head to their corners.</em></p><p><em> Rhino stares a whole through Burchill, never taking a seat.</em></p><p><em> Meanwhile, "The New Franchise" sits to listen to Shane Douglas' instruction and drink some water.</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Well that round clearly went to "The New Franchise"!</p><p> <strong>Callis:</strong> No doubt about that at all.</p><p> </p><p> <em>Round 2</em></p><p> </p><p> Rhino comes out swinging, hitting Burchill with a series of right hands and a brawl ensues.</p><p> The Challenger takes the champion in a side headlock.</p><p> But Burchill shoves him to the ropes.</p><p> Rhino Rebounds...</p><p> GORE!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Oh, it could be an early fall in only the second round.</p><p> </p><p> 1...2...kickout!</p><p> Annoyed, Rhino rolls out to ringside and sets up a table.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Oh, no...</p><p> </p><p> Sure enough, upon re-entering, Rhino drags the champion out to the apron...</p><p> The thud is sickening.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Callis:</strong> Rhino Driver through the table!</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> That may have broken his neck.</p><p> </p><p> The champion is slung unceremoniously into the ring.</p><p> 1...2...3!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> ...and the first fall goes to Rhino.</p><p> </p><p> The bell rings for the end of Round 2.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> And I've got to say it, Joe... Burchill was saved by the bell.</p><p> </p><p> <em>End of Round 2</em></p><p><em> </em></p><p><em> As Rhino continues to stare straight at Burchill, the champion is berated by his mentor.</em></p><p><em> </em></p><p><em> Round 3</em></p><p> </p><p> This round, Burchill comes out like a man possessed, immediately hitting a Northern Lights Suplex on the callenger.</p><p> He follows this up with a Fujiwara Armbar.</p><p> It does not like Rhino will tap but it is enough for Burchill to maintain control.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> This is smart by Burchill. He's smothering Rhino, tiring him out without letting use his dominant strength.</p><p> </p><p> Burchill transitions into a Camel Clutch and Rhino's face starts to show his pain.</p><p> But rather than tap he is able to shrug off the challenger.</p><p> Both men return to standing.</p><p> Rhini goes for a clothesline but Burchill ducks it.</p><p> The champion boots the challenger in the gut...</p><p> C-4!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> ...and this must be...</p><p> </p><p> But the bell rings for the end of the round.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Callis:</strong> Rhino got away with one there.</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Taz, you've been keeping a track of things for us. The rounds have all seemed reasonably easy to call but let's make sure the expect agrees.</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Yeah, I'd think so, Joey. All even in my book.</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p> <table border="1"></p><p> <tr><th colspan="6"></p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Taz's Scorecard</strong></p></div><p></p><p></th><tr></p><p> <tr><td></td><td><strong>R1</strong></td><td><strong>R2</strong></td><td><strong>R3</strong></td><td><strong>Tot</strong></td></tr></p><p> <tr><td><strong>P. Burchill</strong></td><td>10</td><td>9</td><td>10</td><td>29</td></tr></p><p> <tr><td><strong>Rhino</strong></td><td>9</td><td>10</td><td>9</td><td>29</td></tr></p><p> </table></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> <em>Round 4</em></p><p> </p><p> Still affected by the last round, Rhino seems groggy.</p><p> Burchill capitalises, taking the advantage early in the round but Rhino starts to fight back.</p><p> After laying some solid blows Burchill whips his opponent to the ropes...</p><p> ...and clotheslines him over the top.</p><p> He follows up with a Springboard Plancha.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> He is so athletic for a guy who is 6'4"!</p><p> </p><p> Burchill rolls the challenger back in.</p><p> 1...kickout!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> A kickout after only one!</p><p> <strong>Callis:</strong> Rhino will not go down easily.</p><p> </p><p> Indeed, Rhino fights his way back to standing...</p><p> ...and whips Burchill to the ropes.</p><p> GORE...</p><p> No! Burchill acrobatically dives over the top of it, sliding out to the arena floor.</p><p> Rhino struggles to catch himself on the ropes rather than crash out the ring.</p><p> However, immediately, he turns and runs towards Burchill, launching himself through the ropes onto the champion.</p><p> An all out brawl breaks out on the outside which continues after the sound of the bell.</p><p> John Finnegan and Shane Douglas must forceably break them up.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Now, that is more difficult to score.</p><p> </p><p> <em>Round 5</em></p><p> </p><p> The two men go straight back to brawling.</p><p> Burchill lands a boot to the gut...</p><p> ...C-4!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Callis:</strong> This has to be...</p><p> </p><p> 1...2...kickout!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Damn. Rhino is one tough dude!</p><p> </p><p> Burchill pulls up Rhino and whips him to the ropes.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Uh-oh... never a good idea with The Man Beast.</p><p> </p><p> GORE...</p><p> No! Burchill sidesteps and Rhino goes crashing to the floor outside, his head colliding with the steel guard rail.</p><p> Burchill heads to the rope looking for another Springboard Plancha.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> He's thinking about it...</p><p> <strong>Callis:</strong> ...but he's changed his mind.</p><p> </p><p> He steps out onto the apron.</p><p> And begins to climb the turnbuckle.</p><p> The crowd stands up in anticipation.</p><p> SHOOTING STAR PRESS to the outside!</p><p> </p><p> <em>"ECW! ECW! ECW!"</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> OH MY GOD!</p><p> <strong>Callis:</strong> They're both dead!</p><p> </p><p> As the crowd goes wild, Burchill grasps his ribs in pain.</p><p> Rhino is motionless.</p><p> Burchill crawls tentatively back into the ring.</p><p> Slowly, Rhino begins to stand.</p><p> As Burchill sees this, he runs to the opposite ropes, rebounds and charges towards Rhino...</p><p> SPRINGBOARD SHOOTING STAR PRESS!</p><p> </p><p> <em>F*ck him up, Franchise! F*ck him up!"</em></p><p> </p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> OH MY GOD!</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> This is insane.</p><p> </p><p> Seemingly in even more pain than before, Burchill rolls into the ring.</p><p> John Finnegan stares at the motionless Rhino...</p><p> ...and begins a ten count.</p><p> </p><p> 1...</p><p> </p><p> 2...</p><p> </p><p> 3...</p><p> </p><p> 4...</p><p> </p><p> 5...</p><p> </p><p> 6...</p><p> </p><p> 7...</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Is Rhino going to make this?</p><p> </p><p> 8...</p><p> </p><p> Rhino staggers to his feet.</p><p> The referee aborts the count but Rhino falls straight back to his knees.</p><p> Finnegan slides out to check on Rhino, looking in his eyes.</p><p> He calls for the bell!</p><p> <strong>Match Rating:</strong> A</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Bob Artese:</strong> You're winner by knockout and still Extreme Championship Wrestling World Heavyweight Champion... "The New Franchise" Paul Burchill.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Callis:</strong> He did it! He's still the champ!</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> And he will be facing Chris Hero at Got Blood?</p><p> <strong>Taz:</strong> Yeah... but how pissed will Rhino be to be ruled out like that?!</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> I dread to think.</p><p> <strong>Callis:</strong> And we're still yet to hear about the condition of Vito Thomaselli.</p><p> <strong>Joey:</strong> Well, though those questions remain, that's all the time we have for ECW Masters of Pain on the Playboy Network. Thank you for joining us.</p><p> </p><p> <em>The show ends with a shot of the champion celebrating with his mentor and girlfriend as the crowd applaud.</em></p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="color:#00BFFF;"><strong>Show Rating:</strong></span></span><span style="font-size:14px;"> A</span></p>
  23. <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="christmas_ape" data-cite="christmas_ape" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="5246" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Always hear good things about this, and it certainly does look good. If I wanted to get up to speed how far back do you think I should go? Or is there any sort of summary of what has happened/can anyone give one?</div></blockquote><p> </p><p> Thank you, mate. That's very kind <img alt=":)" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/smile.png.142cfa0a1cd2925c0463c1d00f499df2.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" />.</p><p> </p><p> In answer to your question, it depends what you want out of it. Hopefully, without sounding like a pretentious dick here, I started writing this diary because I was sick of the "short attention span" style of booking that dominates wrestling these days. I like wrestling - but I can't watch it anymore because I am never put in a position where I actually care about the characters.</p><p> </p><p> I was playing this gameworld for a couple of years (real time - many years game time) before I started writing it up. I started doing so because I thought my attempt at turning Paul Burchill into the new face of ECW might be an interesting read. Ever since this started, I've had "The New Franchise" gimmick in mind which, in keeping with the Shane Douglas character, rather relies on being the best and being the champion. But it took 8 months game time after the start of the diary for that gimmick to even be mentioned and another 7 before he won the title... because, in my opinion, it takes something like seven months worth of pathos for fans to care enough about that character for that title change to be worthwhile. And you never get that from the wrestling industry these days, which I find very sad. Anyway, I say all that because the stories I'm currently writing are just a continuation and certainly will have references to things that happened right back at the start.</p><p> </p><p> Nevertheless, that first part of the diary was mostly building to November To Remember XV (the last PPV). So, reading that and the last month's (game time) worth of TV shows should be enough to catch you up more or less. Alternatively, Baptism of Fire (back in March game time) was when the main event storylines really started to take shape towards their current path. So, you could try from there but that's much more reading. It's up to you <img alt=":)" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/smile.png.142cfa0a1cd2925c0463c1d00f499df2.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" />.</p><p> </p><p> Mistaken, being the legend that he is, put this together: <a href="http://uploadhero.co/dl/NwUF6lfk" rel="external nofollow">http://uploadhero.co/dl/NwUF6lfk</a></p><p> </p><p> ...which seems to be just the shows without the rest of the thread. It's already served as a useful reminder tool for me <img alt=":D" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/biggrin.png.929299b4c121f473b0026f3d6e74d189.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" />.</p><p> </p><p> Take care, bro.</p><p> </p><p> Quote The Raven,</p><p> Nevermore</p><p> </p><p> EDIT: Oh, and the first posts in the thread are designed to be a bare-bones background.</p>
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