SWF: Generation Supreme

gingarob · February 16, 2009

[B]Ace Newton[/B] vs Jay Chord vs Robbie Retro in a Supreme Threefold Threat™ Match for the SWF Generations Champions I can see Newton finally getting the title this time [B]Art Reed[/B] vs Flex Garcia Reed has more to gain tbh Nevada Nuclear vs [B]Zimmy Bumfhole[/B] I can Nuclear putting up a good fight but I doubt he's at the right level yet [B]Los Diablos (Antonio Marquez + Gino Montero)[/B] vs Double Deuce (Cameron Vessey + Casey Valentine) Seems like a push is coming for Los Diablos, what with the revolucion and whatnot Sean Deeley vs [B]Swoop McCarthy[/B] I think Swoop could go far in an Entertainment-based promotion [B]Randy Bumfhole[/B] vs Joss Thompson Bumfhole is on another level to Thompson right now Sin Inc (Joe Sexy + John McClean) vs [B]Chris Morrisette + ???[/B] Morrisette will hopefully pull someone good out of the bag as a partner so I'm gonna go for him [B]Jack Bruce[/B] vs Remo Bruce to progress to a title shot Valiant vs [B]Rich Money[/B] Can't see the champ losing this one

Bigpapa42 · February 16, 2009

Good predictions so far guys. I'm shooting to have the show up tonight, but no guarantees on that happening. One thing I will mention that I don't think I've ever brought up before... Sean Deeley... From what I can tell, he seems to have a good destiny attribute in my game. I already had plans in place for him before I signed him and learned that. When I look at Deeley, I think Kurt Angle. Take that for what you will.

Phantom Stranger · February 16, 2009

[QUOTE=Bigpapa42;585395]Good predictions so far guys. I'm shooting to have the show up tonight, but no guarantees on that happening. One thing I will mention that I don't think I've ever brought up before... Sean Deeley... From what I can tell, he seems to have a good destiny attribute in my game. I already had plans in place for him before I signed him and learned that. When I look at Deeley, I think Kurt Angle. Take that for what you will.[/QUOTE] Deeley's going to jump to TCW and join the Syndicate?

MVP · February 16, 2009

[QUOTE]When I look at Deeley, I think Kurt Angle. Take that for what you will. Reply With Quote[/QUOTE] They do have some similarities, but I disagree in one aspect: entertainment, Deeley is bland, while Angle is one of the most entertaining men in and out of the ring. But if you can develop Deeley properly Entertainment-wise (which I suspect you'll be perfectly able to do) he'll definitely be a Kurt Angle. [B]Ace Newton[/B] vs Jay Chord vs Robbie Retro in a Supreme Threefold Threat™ Match for the SWF Generations Champions Chord was put there probably to take the fall, so my money is on Newton getting the win [B]Art Reed[/B] vs Flex Garcia Flex doesn't seem to have anything going for him [B] Nevada Nuclear[/B] vs Zimmy Bumfhole I think you're going to give Nuke a solid winning streak, and a win against an upper midcarder seems perfect to boost him. [B]Los Diablos (Antonio Marquez + Gino Montero)[/B] vs Double Deuce (Cameron Vessey + Casey Valentine) Viva la revolución! [B]Sean Deeley[/B] vs Swoop McCarthy Unfortunately I don't think Swoop is going anywhere in the future, while Deeley seems to have at least a story going on. [B] Randy Bumfhole[/B] vs Joss Thompson Gotta have at least one Bumfhole winning tonight Sin Inc (Joe Sexy + John McClean) vs [B]Chris Morrisette + ???[/B] Morrisette to take it since he's partners with the dreaded ??? [B]Jack Bruce[/B] vs Remo DQ probably, Bruce needs another chance at the title and Remo needs to be kept strong, so it the logical choice to me Valiant vs [B]Rich Money[/B] No way the champ's losing this one

Bigpapa42 · February 17, 2009

[QUOTE=Phantom Stranger;585400]Deeley's going to jump to TCW and join the Syndicate?[/QUOTE] Ah good lord, no. At least, I hope not. Of course, that's assuming there will still be a Syndicate when Deeley's contract comes up... or a even a TCW, if I can help it... I'm not saying he's definitely going to end up being bigger than Swoop, or even Thompson for that matter. Just that he's probably going to go further in my game than he might in a lot of Sports Entertainment games. That's the hope, at least. I do have his Entertainment skills up to C in all three categories, MVP, so its definitely possible. Don't know how much higher I can get him, but he's not a complete liability in that regard anymore.

James Casey · February 17, 2009

Deeley's a project for me as well - I don't think he's had a bad match for me yet. I don't know if anyone else is pushing him in their diaries, but he's a great worker for almost any fed.

Tigerkinney · February 17, 2009

[QUOTE=James Casey;585704]Deeley's a project for me as well - I don't think he's had a bad match for me yet. I don't know if anyone else is pushing him in their diaries, but he's a great worker for almost any fed.[/QUOTE] In my diary game, he's signed a written contract with GCG who went National, so I have no chance of signing him at this moment in time. GCG are one of four National or above sized promotions in Japan (WLW are at Global).

Bigpapa42 · February 17, 2009

[QUOTE=James Casey;585704]Deeley's a project for me as well - I don't think he's had a bad match for me yet. I don't know if anyone else is pushing him in their diaries, but he's a great worker for almost any fed.[/QUOTE] I agree completely. He's one of my favorites in the game, ever since I started a game with CGC on TEW 2007. I am actually a bit surprised he doesn't end up in more diaries, given everything he brings to the table. Plus, he's a solid character as well - he never seems to complain much, no backstage shenanigans. [QUOTE=Tigerkinney;585724]In my diary game, he's signed a written contract with GCG who went National, so I have no chance of signing him at this moment in time. GCG are one of four National or above sized promotions in Japan (WLW are at Global).[/QUOTE] Just out of curiosity - how's he doing in Japan? WLW at global... I've heard that happen in a few games but it doesn't seem too likely in mine. There really isn't a lot of major movement in that regard. But I'm barely six months in, so maybe over time....

Bigpapa42 · February 18, 2009

[FONT=Arial][CENTER][SIZE=6]SWF Supreme TV[/SIZE] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Media/TV%20Shows/Banners/SWFSupremeTVBanner.jpg[/IMG] [B]Tuesday, Week 4, July 2008 Mayor Street Arena (New England) - 14,218[/B] [URL="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cdaMvVzqvRA"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [SIZE=4]Announcers[/SIZE] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Staff/Small/PeterMichaelsSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Staff/Small/RichardEisenSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Staff/Small/JerryEisenSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]Peter Michaels - Richard Eisen - Jerry Eisen[/B] ________________________________________[/CENTER] [B]Peter Michaels[/B]: Welcome to Supreme TV everyone. I'm Peter Michaels. With me as always is Jerry Eisen. [B]Jerry Eisen[/B]: Morning, Peter. [B]Peter Michaels[/B]: Its evening, Jerry. [B]Jerry Eisen[/B]: Good evening then. [B]Peter Michaels[/B]: We'll be joined shortly by Richard Eisen. [quote][CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Staff/Small/RichardEisenSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]Richard Eisen In-Ring Segment[/B] [URL="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kk7SKP4PJ2w"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL][/CENTER] [I]The crowd gives the Supreme Supremo a good old fashioned supreme welcome - they boo the crap out of him as he stomps his way down the ramp and climbs into the ring. Eisen does not look happy. [/I] [B]Richard Eisen[/B]: I have a few things I would like to discuss with our new SWF World Heavyweight champion... If you don't mind coming out here, Richard. [CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/RichMoneyAltSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/RemoAlt2Small.jpg[/IMG] [B]Rich Money + Remo[/B] [URL="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-89kcqSm7E0"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL][/CENTER] [I]Money comes out with Remo by his side. The champion is carrying the SWF World Heavyweight championship belt over his should and he's wearing a slight grin as he makes his way down to the ring. The duo gets a bigger reception than Eisen... in a negative way...[/I] [B]Rich Money[/B]: So I'm getting called 'Richard'? Makes me think I'm in trouble... Dick. [B]Richard Eisen[/B]: Not quite in trouble.... I just wanted to remind you, champ, exactly who is in charge here. I am. Me. And I do not appreciate my champion deciding to take over and do my job. [B]Rich Money[/B]: My apologies, Dick. My apologies. I wasn't trying to do your job. I was just trying to find a logical solution to a problem that was presented. [B]Richard Eisen[/B]: A logical solution, Money? You think using your friend Remo here as a layer of protection is "logical"? [B]Rich Money[/B]: Well, first off, Dick... I'm like you. I come from the old school way of doing things. And I believe that in this business, nothing should simply be handed to you. Everything has to be earned. And the only way to earn that is in the ring. When there are two men claiming the right to be the number one contender for this here belt, I felt that it was only right for them to prove that. To earn it. [B]Richard Eisen[/B]: I can't really argue with that, Richard. However, I'm not so convinced on you using your friend here as the measuring stick. [I]Money looks over at Remo, then back at Eisen. [/I] [B]Rich Money[/B]: Why not? In my opinion, the Alpha Dog here is the best wrestler in the entire Supreme Wrestling Federation other than myself. If a contender for my SWF World Heavyweight championship has to earn a shot at the belt, why make the challenge easy? What would be the point of that? I want that challenger to really prove something. And I feel taking on Remo here truly does prove something. [B]Remo[/B]: Thanks, Rich. [B]Richard Eisen[/B]: Well, Remo is a helluva talent. [B]Rich Money[/B]: Remo is more than a talent. He's money, just like me. Got the heart of a champion. Someday, the Alpha Dog is going to have this here belt. I just hope it isn't too soon. [B]Remo[/B]: Ain't gonna try to steal your glory, Cash. [B]Rich Money[/B]: See, what people don't seem to understand is that Remo here is my friend. One of my closest friends. Some of you fans seem to think that he's here as my protection or security guard. Which is quite insulting to both of us. Remo is way too talented for that. And someone of my talent really doesn't need a layer of protection. A security guard might be a good idea, just to keep away the rabid female fans. [I]Money gives a sly smile to the crowd, drawing a heavy round of jeers. [/I] [B]Rich Money[/B]: Now if you still feel I was wrong to make these arrangements, Dick, you can go ahead and change them. I won't argue. I am fully aware that you're in charge here. I'm not disrespectful towards authority like Jack Bruce. I just wanted you to understand why I thought Bruce and Bumfhole should face Remo first. [B]Richard Eisen[/B]: I'm not going to change the matches, Richard. I would just prefer that you let me make these decisions, in the future. [B]Rich Money[/B]: For sure, Dick! [B]Richard Eisen[/B]: Now, about this announcement you have for tonight... [B]Rich Money[/B]: Its no use asking me to give any hints, Dick. You'll find out when everyone else does. [I]With his trademark smirk, Money drops the microphone and rolls out of the ring. With a nod at the CEO, Remo follows. [/I] [B][CENTER]Grade: A[/CENTER] [/B][/quote][B]Jerry Eisen[/B]: Hey, here comes dad! [quote][CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/AceNewtonSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/VS2Small.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/JayChordSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/VS2Small.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/RobbieRetroSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Belts/SWF/Alts/Mid/GenerationsSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]Ace Newton vs Jay Chord vs Robbie Retro Threefold Threat for the SWF Generations Championship[/B] [URL="http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=y2XHmLExUL0"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL="http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=VF2lJ5VtQbs"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4-lbIfaqm0U"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL][/CENTER] The three-way battle for the SWF Generations championship is a decent match, but the crowd doesn't really get into it. There is a lack of flow to the match, but its watchable. It basically becomes a two-way match after Newton gets tossed from the ring. Retro takes control over Chord and looks about to get the pinfall, but Newton stops the pin. Newton hits the champ with a low blow, then hits Chord with his Aces High Go 2 Sleep finisher. With his feet on the ropes, Newton gets the pin. [B][CENTER]Ace Newton Wins at 8:31 via Pinfall Grade: C-[/CENTER] [/B][/quote][B] Richard Eisen[/B]: Good to see the belt back with someone respectable, not that degenerate Retro. [quote][CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/JoeSexySmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/SqueekyMcCleanSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]Joe Sexy + John McClean In-Ring Promo[/B] [URL="http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=4WA2jBMk-Pk"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL][/CENTER] [I]Joe Sexy and John McClean strut down to the ring, the crowd booing them the whole way. Both are wearing their stylish fitted Sin Inc T-shirts with new slogans. They climb into the ring and each grabs a microphone.[/I] [B]Joe Sexy[/B]: Thank you, thank you... You loving fans are just too kind. [B]John McClean[/B]: We love you too! [B]Joe Sexy[/B]: Now, we came out here for a very specific reason. [B]John McClean[/B]: Not because of our awesome new shirts. [B]Joe Sexy[/B]: And they are awesome.... Now available on the SWF dot com store. [B]John McClean[/B]: Buy six and get the seventh for ten percent off! [B]Joe Sexy[/B]: We're also not out here to entice your women... [B]John McClean[/B]: We do that naturally. We just can't help it. [B]Joe Sexy[/B]: No, we're out here to throw down a challenge. Because apparently it isn't clear who the number one contenders for the SWF World Tag Team championships are. And it should be... [B]John McClean[/B]: Because its us! [B]Joe Sexy[/B]: And we're willing to do what it takes to prove that. So any tag team that happens to be in the back right now, we'll take you on tonight and prove that we're the best duo in the whole Supreme Wrestling Federation. [B]John McClean[/B]: Anyone! [I]The duo allow a short moment of silence before they keep going.[/I] [B]Joe Sexy[/B]: See, there's no one back there who wants to face us. And who can blame them... [CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/ChrisMorrisetteSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]Chris Morrisette[/B] [URL="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ByamEGGiKGM"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [/CENTER] [I]There is a huge roar from the crowd as the heavy music of Chris Morrisette interrupts Sin Inc. Morrisette saunters out onto the stage, microphone in hand. He plays to the crowd for a moment before speaking. [/I] [B]Chris Morrisette[/B]: Just hold on there, boys. You two seem in a pretty big hurry there... Like you didn't really want anyone to take up your challenge. But I'm more than willing to accept. [B]John McClean[/B]: You can't! [B]Chris Morrisette[/B]: And why not? Joe Sexy: Check your math, lobster boy. There's only one of you. You can be a tag team by yourself. [B]John McClean[/B]: Idiot! [B]Chris Morrisettte[/B]: Oh, don't worry about me having a partner... That's not a problem. Its whether you two are man enough to live up to the challenge you just threw down. [B]Joe Sexy[/B]: Man enough? Man enough? [B]John McClean[/B]: You dare question our manhood? [B]Joe Sexy[/B]: Why... Your mom! [B]Chris Morrisette[/B]: So I take it you accept. Great. We'll see you two later. [I]Morrisette strolls into the backstage area. Sexy and McClean look at each other in the ring, and they do not look pleased. That clearly didn't go to plan. [/I] [B][CENTER]Grade: B[/CENTER] [/B][/quote][quote][CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/FrederiqueGarciaSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/VS2Small.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/ArtReedSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]Flex Garcia vs Art Reed[/B] [URL="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ChT3AJAwGo"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL="http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=F8oaQWfDlck"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL][/CENTER] Enforcer Roberts is at ringside to help his tag team partner, while Dani Nevada is at ringside for Reed. A decent but uninpsiring match, with a few wow moments. The crowd is never that into the match, and it shows. Garcia snags the victory after Roberts provides a distraction and Reed gets hit with a Romeo is Bleeding. Garcia and Roberts look pretty pleased with themselves, while Nevada consoles Reed. [B][CENTER]Flex Garcia Wins at 7:31 via Pinfall Grade: C-[/CENTER] [/B][/quote][quote][CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/ZimmyBumfholeSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/VS2Small.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/Alt%20Small/NevadaNuclearalt3Small.jpg[/IMG] [B]Zimmy Bumfhole vs Nevada Nuclear[/B] [URL="http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=y5_eWPCB4p4"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oUCbflBkIgo"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL][/CENTER] Nuclear looks supremely confident heading into his first big test. It doesn't take long for Zimmy to wipe the confident smirk off The Nuke's face. The match turns into an entertaining battle, as the newcomer goes to war with Zimmy. SM York screams encouragement from outside the ring, urging The Nuke on. He starts to take control of the match, but the athleticism of the Bumfhole is just too much. It gives Zimmy the advantage and he eventually manages to hit a snap suplex. While Nuclear is down, Zimmy goes up to the top rope. York tries to distract Zimmy, giving Nuke time to get up. Its to no avail, as Zimmy still nails Nuclear with a very high Bufmhole in One frog splash to roll into the pin. [B][CENTER]Zimmy Bumfhole Wins at 8:32 via Pinfall Grade: B-[/CENTER] [/B][/quote][B]Peter Michaels[/B]: Looks like he needs to "nuke up" a bit more... [quote][CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Staff/Managers%20Alt/AdrianGarciaalt2Small.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/Signed%20Alt/RKHayesaltSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]Adrian Garcia + RK Hayes Mysterious Introduction[/B][/CENTER] [I]The now-familiar routine of the lights going, and a single spotlight in the darkness finds Adrian Garcia standing on the stage. Once again, his menacing personal bodyguard is standing in the shadows just behind him. He reads off a scroll once again.[/I] [B]Adrian Garcia[/B]: My name is Adrian Garcia. I have been sent forth to remind everyone of the messages already stated. The tattered moral fabric of the Supreme Wrestling Federation has been rendered asunder by the actions of those who have not kept the faith. The damage they have wrought is irreparable. When the corruption at this heart of this soulless corporation even those who deem themselves fans, something must be done. Something will be done. Judgment day is coming. None are safe. The lamentations of the fallen will tear this soulless edifice to the muddy dirt. The Payne is coming... it is coming... [I]The crowd is relatively silent after this one, waiting for the video they know is coming.[/I] [CENTER][URL="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=64K00Uamjn0"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Promos/PaynePromo2.jpg[/IMG][/CENTER] [I]It is a slightly different video but the same music. Its more violent in this time. The crowd throws some heat at Garcia after the video has come to an end. [/I] [B][CENTER]Grade: A[/CENTER] [/B][/quote][B]Peter Michaels[/B]: You're behind all of this, aren't you, Richard? [B]Richard Eisen[/B]: I mostly certainly am not. [quote][CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/CameronVesseySmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/CaseyValentineSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/VS2Small.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/Signed%20Alt/ChampagneLoveralt5Small.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/Signed%20Alt/GinoMonteroalt11Small.jpg[/IMG] [B]Double Deuce vs Los Diablos[/B] [URL="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a2IcN3I1c6g"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL="http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=3psuTo6UY_8"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL][/CENTER] Montero and Marquez come to the ring in new matching outfits. The quickness and skill of the Mexican duo quickly overwhelms the second generation pairing. Playboy Jake Sawyer attempts to makes things interesting with a bit of old fashioned cheating, but that ends up with Marquez chasing the manager around the outside of the ring. Inside the ring, Montero takes care of business as he gets the three count on Casey Valentine after a fantastic shooting star press. [B][CENTER]Gino Montero Wins at 7:04 via Pinfall Grade: D+[/CENTER] [/B] [CENTER] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/Signed%20Alt/ChampagneLoveralt5Small.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/Signed%20Alt/GinoMonteroalt11Small.jpg[/IMG] [B]Antonio Marquez + Gino Montero In-Ring Promo[/B][/CENTER] [I]After the win, the Diablos duo don't leave the ring. They wait for the Four Kings members to depart, then Marquez is tossed a microphone. The duo stand side-by-side in the ring, almost as if they are standing at attention. Both raise their right arms to a ninety-degree angle above their shoulders, with a closed fist, and lower their heads slightly. [/I] [B]Antonio Marquez[/B]: The raised arm with a closed fist is a sign of solidtarity that has been used by many oppressed minorities, ese. Here in America, it is best known to symbolize Black Power. Well, then this... [I]In unision, both Marquez and Montero raise both arms with the closed fist. They hold the pose for a moment.[/I] [B]Antonio Marquez[/B]: This means Mexi-Power. We will be oppressed no longer, Eisen. You understand? [B]Gino Montero[/B]: Viva la revolución, homes. [I]The two depart the ring. They get a very good pop from the crowd as they make their way up the ramp, stopping to give the Mexi-Power salute before disappearing through the entrance way. [/I] [B][CENTER]Grade: B[/CENTER] [/B][/quote][B]Richard Eisen[/B]: I can see those two are going to be a problem. [quote][CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/JossThompsonAltSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/ShooterSeanDeeleyAltSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Staff/Small/DharmaGreggAltSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]Joss Thompson, Sean Deeley + Dani Nevada Backstage Interview[/B][/CENTER] [I]The office in the Mayor Street Arena is fairly spacious. It doesn't have the same broom-closet feel as many of the previous offices used by Badd Kompany. The desk they are seated behind is quite large as well. But the duo are still seated awkwardly close together behind that desk. Sitting across from them is Dani Nevada.[/I] [B]Joss Thompson[/B]: So, Dani... Tell us why you think you'd make a good manager for Badd Kompany? [B]Dani Nevada[/B]: Um... well... I don't. [B]Joss Thompson[/B]: That's not the kind of ambition we're looking for, Dani. [B]Sean Deeley[/B]: What do you mean? [B]Dani Nevada[/B]: Well, I'm not a manager. [B]Sean Deeley[/B]: Not a manager? [B]Dani Nevada[/B]: Not a manager. [B]Joss Thompson[/B]: Of course you're a manager. [B]Dani Nevada[/B]: No, I'm really not. [B]Sean Deeley[/B]: Yes, you are. [B]Dani Nevada[/B]: No, I'm not. [B]Joss Thompson[/B]: You're managing that Art the Fart guy. So therefore... [B]Sean Deeley[/B]: You are a manager. [B]Dani Nevada[/B]: I'm not managing Art. I'm just helping him out a bit. [B]Joss Thompson[/B]: Helping him out a bit? [B]Dani Nevada[/B]: You know advice and that. [B]Sean Deeley[/B]: So you're managing him. [B]Dani Nevada[/B]: No, I'm really not. He's just an old family friend. Just helping him friend his bearings in this big promotion. [B]Joss Thompson[/B]: That sounds suspicious. [B]Sean Deeley[/B]: So if you aren't a manager, why are you here? [B]Dani Nevada[/B]: In the SWF? I'm an interviewer. Remember all those interviews I do? That's why I'm here. [B]Sean Deeley[/B]: No, here. [B]Joss Thompson[/B]: In this office. If you aren't a manager, Dani, why did you apply for this job? [B]Dani Nevada[/B]: I didn't apply for this job. You guys told me you want me to interview you. If I realized it was going to be the other way around, I would have said no. [B]Joss Thompso[/B]n: Well, if you aren't really a manager, Dani, I don't think this can work. [B]Sean Deeley[/B]: You're a very pretty girl, but we've got the good looks department covered ourselves. We're not looking for an escort. [B]Joss Thompson[/B]: Valet, Sean. You mean valet. [B]Sean Deeley[/B]: We don't need either. [B]Joss Thompson[/B]: So thank you for your time, Ms. Nevada. We'll be in touch. [I]Dani stares at the duo for a long moment before she slowly gets up. [/I] [B]Dani Nevada[/B]: The time I just wasted in here, I could have spent doing something important... like interviewing that Enygma guy who doesn't talk. [I] With that, Dani turns and walks out, her hips swaying. The Badd Kompany duo stare out after her.[/I] [B]Joss Thomspon[/B]: Scratch another one off the list... [I]Deeley licks his finger and makes a scratching motion off of an imaginary list.[/I] [B]Joss Thompson[/B]: I don't know, Sean, I'm starting to lose faith. I just don't know if there's a manager out there who's going to fit our needs. [B]Sean Deeley[/B]: It's entirely disheartening. [B]Joss Thompson[/B]: Indeed it is. [B]Sean Deeley[/B]: Maybe we'll just have to settle for getting an escort. [B]Joss Thompson[/B]: You mean a valet. [B]Sean Deeley[/B]: Or that... [B]Joss Thompson[/B]: Aren't you supposed to wrestle now? [B]Sean Deeley[/B]: Oh crap... [B][CENTER]Grade: C+[/CENTER] [/B][/quote][quote][CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/SwoopMcCarthySmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/VS2Small.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/ShooterSeanDeeleyAltSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]Swoop McCarthy vs Sean Deeley[/B] [URL="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ApXvYPE5qAI"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BYGCT4AQIR0"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL][/CENTER] Swoop actually gets a pretty good pop from the crowd, as the charismatic Aussie plays it up. Its the biggest pop of the match as the crowd never really gets into it again. McCarthy tries to power his way through, but Deeley uses his smarts and his technique to keep the match slow and deliberate. He wears the bigger man down before managing to lock on a choke that gets the submission victory. [B][CENTER]Sean Deeley Wins at 8:14 via Submission Grade: D+[/CENTER] [/B][/quote][B]Peter Michaels[/B]: Deeley doesn't need to worry about a manager so much as not putting the fans to sleep. [quote][CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/RichMoneyAltSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/RemoAlt2Small.jpg[/IMG] [B]Rich Money + Remo Moments with Money Segment[/B][/CENTER] Rich Money and Remo are once again seated on the swanky set, looking relaxed. The SWF World Heavyweight championship belt sits on Money's lap. Notably, there is a garbage can beside him. [B]Rich Money[/B]: I'd like to thank all you Money-ites for joining me tonight. Because this is important to me. What I need to do tonight is making an admission. See, awhile back I had an epiphany. I thought I had it all.... I date beautiful women. I drive the most desirable cars. I live in the lap of luxury. I live the life everyone aspires to, and I wanted more. I wanted something that would leave a true legacy. I wanted to win the SWF World Heavyweight championship to make my mark. To make sure I leave a legacy. And I've done that. [B]Remo[/B]: D*mn right you did! Rich Money: But now that I've done it, I find myself reflecting upon my great accomplishment. I find myself staring at this belt... and I'm disappointed. [I]The showman lets that hang for a moment before he continues. [/I] [B]Rich Money[/B]: Not in my accomplishment. But in this belt. I mean, what it represents is great. But the belt itself... Its bland. Worse than that, Jack Bruce hung onto this thing for d*mned near a year. He was called “the decadent champion” by many, and I really don't want to know what that means. Given how much he loved this belt, I really don't want to think what this belt has seen... or had done to it. I've had it cleaned, shined, re-cleaned... and it still feels soiled. So like any any soiled bit of clothing... [I] Money makes a show of standing up, opening the garbage can beside him and placing the SWF World Heavyweight championship belt inside of it. [/I] [B]Remo[/B]: Goodbye to bad rubbish. [B]Rich Money[/B]: Too true, my friend. Now, it was short notice, but I had a friend of mine whip up a nice little replacement. Something more fitting a champion of my caliber. [I]Money nods at Remo. The big man reaches down besides his chair and pulls a sleek metal briefcase out. He sits it on his lap and works to open it. There is a combination lock, which Remo fumbles with momentarily. It makes for an awkward silence as Money waits and Remo struggles. He finally gets it open and hands the unlocked case to the champion.[/I] [B]Rich Money[/B]: Now, what I have here is a version of the SWF World Heavyweight championship that is worthy of a champion of my caliber. That represents everything that the champion of the Supreme Wrestling Federation should represent. [I]With a flourish, Money opens the case and removes a glittering black belt. It is garish yet classy, encrusted with diamonds without looking ostentatious. He holds it up over his head and the camera zooms in. [/I] [CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Belts/SWF/Alts/SWFWorldMoney.jpg[/IMG][/CENTER] [B]Rich Money[/B]: Now this is a belt I can be proud of. A belt that is truly money. [B]Remo[/B]: Wow, when you said the thing was an upgrade, I thought you meant a slight upgrade. Cash, that thing is nice. [B]Rich Money[/B]: Yeah, I like it. [B]Remo[/B]: And on short notice, too... [B]Rich Money[/B]: Yeah, that's what money connections will do for you, Remo. [I]Money sits back down, the brand new black belt resting across his lap. [/I] [B]Rich Money[/B]: So there you have it, Money-ites. Your idol not only has the life you want and the championship everyone desires, but now the belt even looks the part. [B]Remo[/B]: That's so money.. [B]Rich Money[/B]: Oh, and it seems a few of you fans were concerned that a certain former associate of ours had hurt Hard Cash in some manner... You need not worry. Money isn't so easily hurt. Why, I was just out with a couple lovely young ladies last night who were more than happy to heal whatever hurts I might have. Swedish models. Twins. [B]Remo[/B]: Cash, why is it that you always end up with the twins? [B]Rich Money[/B]: Because you can't handle the twins! [I]The two friends grin at each other as the picture fades out.[/I] [B][CENTER]Grade: A[/CENTER] [/B][/quote][B]Richard Eisen[/B]: Jerry, get back there and get that belt out of the garbage. What is wrong with Richard? [quote][CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/JossThompsonAltSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/VS2Small.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/RandyBumfholeSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]Joss Thompson vs Randy Bumfhole[/B] [URL="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kQKnZAQdVK0"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL="http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=4H0BMfqFP9c"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL][/CENTER] A very entertaining match that paints both wrestlers in a positive light. R-Bum is obviously the superior athlete and wrestler, but Thompson is not that far behind him. The match features a bit of everything, including both Sean Deeley and Zimmy Bumfhole getting involved on the outside. A boot to the back from Deeley slows Randy down, and Thompson nearly takes advantage with a couple of near-pins. He fights back, getting a roar from the crowd at one point as he skins the cat to get back into the ring. A short time later, he sets up Thompson for a Bumfhole Buster and gets the pinfall. [B][CENTER]Randy Bumfhole Wins at 9:32 via Pinfall Grade: B[/CENTER] [/B][/quote][quote][CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/MarcDuBoisAltSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/StevenParkerSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/JayChordSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]Marc DuBois, Steven Parker + Jay Chord Promo Video[/B] [URL="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yu_moia-oVI"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL][/CENTER] [I]A slightly odd video of the Remember Tomorrow stable plays, set to some classical music. It shows the trio in a series of real world situations - enjoying dinner at a fancy restaurant, goofing around in the park, riding in a limo. In each circumstance, DuBois is stylishly-dressed but wearing the SWF North American championship. It soon becomes clear that the video isn't so much about the camaraderie of the stable but DuBois' love affair with his championship belt. There are several moments where it gets awkward, as DuBois is ignoring a pretty young lady on his arm to gently stroke his belt The video ends with him snuggling in bed with the belt in his arms.[/I] [B][CENTER]Grade: B[/CENTER] [/B][/quote][B]Richard Eisen[/B]: At least someone cares about his belt. Richard should take note of the kid. [quote][CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/JoeSexySmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/SqueekyMcCleanSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/VS2Small.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/ChrisMorrisetteSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/ChristianFaithSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]Sin Inc vs Warrior Faith[/B] [URL="http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=4WA2jBMk-Pk"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jz-TuAU1Uis"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL][/CENTER] The Sin Inc duo hit the ring first, and they look a touch worried as they wait for their opponents. When the music of Warrior Faith hits, there's no doubting who Morrisette found to be his partner. The SWF Supreme champion gets a massive roar of approval. The match itself is solid, but seems to be carried along by a crowd thrilled to see one of Supreme Legends from the other brand so unexpectedly. The battle features a typical tag team story, as Faith is slowed by some heelish tactics, isolate and worked over. He works to get the tag with Morrisette but keeps narrowly missing. When he finally tags in his partner, the crowd goes nuts. Morrisette cleans house and the duo stay in control under Morrisette manages to get a pinfall on Sexy a short time later. [B][CENTER]Chris Morrisette Wins at 12:04 via Pinfall Grade: B[/CENTER] [/B][/quote][B]Peter Michaels[/B]: The big Remo versus Jack Bruce match is next. So much on the line for the Long Island Angel! [quote][CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/RemoAlt2Small.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/VS2Small.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/Alt%20Small/JackBruceAlt16Small.jpg[/IMG] [B][CENTER]Remo vs Jack Bruce[/CENTER] [/B] [URL="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YWgf-fk2Ka4"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL="http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=SkVKLZeJ30A"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL][/CENTER] Before the match, several SWF workers bring out a heavy leather armchair and set it by ringside. Bruce comes out first, looking at the chair. When Remo makes his way to the ring, he's with the champion Rich Money. With his sleek new SWF World Heavyweight championship in his arms, Hard Cash takes a comfortable seat in the big chair. The match itself starts slowly, as Remo seems to be baiting Bruce into making the first move while the former champion knows how important this match is. They play a bit of cat and mouse. Remo finally seems to tire of it, and attacks with furious speed. Bruce manages to avoid taking much damage, and seems intent to avoid powerful offense that Remo throws his way. The big youngster eventually catches The Long Island Angel with a knee, slowly him down. Remo begins to work him over, pounding away at the 36-year old. Bruce gets worked over by everything in Remo's arsenal - a Hit and Run, then Lumbar Puncture, a series of lariats, and then Remo Buster spinebuster. It looks like he's done, but he kicks out of the pin attempt. Another Remo Buster and another kick out. The momentum switches when Remo goes for The Destroyer STO but Bruce manages to counter with a series of elbows. He leaps onto the ropes and flies at Remo, the veteran racing around the ring with his hair flying and fists flurrying. He finally manages to get Remo off his feet, which draws a big reaction from the crowd. A big boot from the Alpha Dog slows Bruce back down, and Remo looks steamed. The duo begin to outright brawl in the middle of the ring. It goes outside, and they begin to throw each other into everything in sight - the ring posts, the announcers table, even the stairs. Every time the ref starts to count, one of them makes it back into the ring. But after Bruce goes up to the top rope to do a frog splash onto Remo when he's still on the apron, it looks like they clash heads. Both men get up slowly, and neither makes it back into the ring before the ref hits the ten count. [B][CENTER]Remo + Jack Bruce Draw at 14:11 due to Double Count Out Grade: B+[/CENTER] [/B][/quote][B]Peter Michaels[/B]: Bruce doesn't win! What does that mean for his title shot? [B]Richard Eisen[/B]: It means its gone, obviously. [quote][CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/AngryGilmoreSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Staff/Small/JessieSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]Angry Gilmore + Jessie In-Ring Promo[/B] [URL="http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=nHWicNDkbpw"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL][/CENTER] [I]After a distraught-looking Jack Bruce finally clears the ringside area, Angry Gilmore and his beautiful wife head into the ring. They get a pretty good pop, but warily eye up Remo and Rich Money. The duo are still at ringside, still sitting in the big armchair that was brought down for the Remo-Bruce match. Despite the disconcerting audience, Gilmore grabs a microphone and starts to say what he has to say.[/I] [B]Angry Gilmore[/B]: There's been something I've been wanting to address for awhile now. Something that's been eating away at me a bit. After he turned on me, Joe Sexy said that I've changed. And he's right. I have changed. I've learned about things like accountability and responsibility. I've grown up as a person and as a man. And my beautiful wife here is to thank. [I]The two embrace. At ringside, Remo and Money share an "awww" look.[/I] [B]Angry Gilmore[/B]: At The Supreme Challenge, I gave Sexy a bit of payback for what he did to me. And for the disrespect he paid to Jessie here. Now, Joe might think we're even now. We're not. Not by a long ways. Joe is going to learn just how dangerous the reformed Angry Gilmore can be. [I]The crowd roars their approval at this. Money and Remo actually egg the crowd on, which gets a reaction and further pop for Gilmore.[/I] [B]Angry Gilmore[/B]: Joe's going to have to wait, though. Because for the moment, Team Gilmore has our goals set on something a bit higher. Like Rich Money's World championship belt. I'm tired of going after the North American belt or the tag belts. Those hold no more glory for me. [B]Jessie[/B]: Its time for Angry to get into the main event, where he belongs. [B]Angry Gilmore[/B]: That's right. I'm not one to talk myself up a great deal. I'll leave that to the likes of Money. But being a bit humble doesn't mean I don't understand my skills or my value. And I know I'm good enough to be the SWF World Heavyweight champion. I want a chance to prove that. Need a chance to prove it! You want to use Remo as your measuring stick, Money? I'm fine with that. I'll face Remo whenever and whenever. If you're man enough, Alpha Dog, I'll show you just what being Angry is all about! [I] Still sitting outside the ring, Rich Money and Remo make no move to climb into the ring. Remo simply makes a bring it on gesture at Gilmore, indicating he'll accept the challenge whenever and wherever. [/I] [B][CENTER]Grade: A*[/CENTER] [/B][/quote][quote][CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/ValiantSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/VS2Small.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/RichMoneyAltSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]Valiant vs Rich Money[/B] [URL="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s4O5epRZ_Zw"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-89kcqSm7E0"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL][/CENTER] Oddly, Money and Remo don't head into the back before the match. Valiant comes down to the ring while Money is still seated in his big chair at ringside. When Money's music hits, he stands up and strips down to his suit pants and dresses shoes. He leaves the new championship belt with Remo, who sits in the chair to watch the match. Money circles the ring twice before climbing. The match is entertaining and not as one-sided as many expected. Valiant acquits himself quite well against the champion. Money uses his technical skills to control large portions of the match, but Valiant keeps battling back. The champion uses his size to his advantage well against the middleweight Valiant, but the tag team champion is determined to make the most of his opportunity. Money is simply too good, however. When a flurry of offense from Valiant looks like it has Hard Cash on his heels and stunned, Valiant goes for his V-Split finisher but finds it blocked. A Money Shaker uppercut stuns Valiant, followed by a Money in the Bank suplex, and finally the Dollars from Heaven splash gives the champion the pinfall win. [B][CENTER]Rich Money Wins at 13:13 via Pinfall Grade: A[/CENTER] [/B] [CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/Alt%20Small/JackBruceAlt16Small.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/RichMoneyAltSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/RemoAlt2Small.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/ChrisMorrisetteSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/ChristianFaithSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/AngryGilmoreSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/RandyBumfholeSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/ZimmyBumfholeSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]Jack Bruce, Rich Money, Remo, Chris Morrisette, Christian Faith, Angry Gilmore, Randy Bumfhole + Zimmy Bumfhole In-Ring Confrontation[/B][/CENTER] [I]Money doesn't get long to enjoy his non-title win, as Bruce comes storming down the ramp and slides into the ring. The crowd goes nuts. Neither man has a microphone but its not hard to tell what the conversation is. Bruce is demanding a chance to get his belt back, while Money taunts him that he blew his chance by failing to beat Remo. Money doesn't look ready to throw down, but Bruce seems to get closer to it. So Remo quietly slides into the ring and stands behind the former champion. The Long Island Angel suddenly realizes he's surrounded. There is another roar from the crowd as Chris Morrisette, Christian Faith, Angry Gilmore, and both Bumfhole brothers make their way down to the ring in a hurry. They keep everyone apart. The sight of the Bumfhole duo sets Bruce off again, however, and he begins shouting at the youngsters. Morrisette has to hold Brue back while Zimmy keeps R-Bum in a corner. Meanwhile, Rich Money has retreated to a neutral corner, taken a seat on the top turnbuckle with his belt in his lap, and the champion laughs as his challengers try to turn on each other. [/I] [B][CENTER]Grade: A*[/CENTER] [/B][/quote][CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Grade/grade_a.jpg[/IMG][/CENTER] [/FONT]

UFC-KING · February 18, 2009

I so know who Payne (:rolleyes:) is

Bigpapa42 · February 18, 2009

[QUOTE=UFC-KING;586347]I so know who Payne (:rolleyes:) is[/QUOTE] Really that easy? I was hoping this one would be at least a bit tougher to figure out than "The Nuke". Oh well... And I do need to give a big shout out to ReapeR for once again coming through on the belt render front. Really like the Money version of the SWF World Heavyweight championship he did there. Oddly, I kinda hope he does read the thanks here (yet) as he should be enjoying his time home with his family. But thanks again ReapeR! Looks like most people expected Bruce to take the win against Remo. This should make things interesting, though. I might be in danger of turning Supreme TV into the Rich Money show, but having some serious fun with the character.

Bigpapa42 · February 19, 2009

[FONT=Arial][CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/Avatars/Small/AvatarSmall.jpg[/IMG][/CENTER] [quote]Random thought for the day... is it possible to move up in the world without stepping on those who have helped you get there? "Don't forget where you came from." That simple-sounding piece of advice was one of many that Alex DeColt attempted to instill me in training. Part of his "Absolutely Necessary Life Lessons in the Pursuit of Being a Professional Wrestler". One of many pieces of advice that he gave me, but one that stuck with me. I always took that particular piece of advice to be both literal and figurative. I took it to mean don't forget who you really are. I took it to mean don't forget who helped you get where you are. I took it to mean don't forget the hard work it took to get you where are you, and the lucky breaks that helped you along the way. It was an important piece of advice for life in general, not just the wrestling business. Forgetting where he had come from was a big reason that Barry Bowen is not a real popular person around the DeColt family anymore. He's not that popular a person around the Supreme Wrestling Federation, mainly because he's a massive jerk all the way around. Train refuses to do anything to help out the DeColt's at this point, even minor stuff. He refused to talk to Supreme when Alex was trying to find a place for me after I completed the training camp. Thankfully Morrisette is not a jerk and was willing to help out. None of this was on my mind as the show ended. Another very good episode of Supreme TV. I expected the ratings to be strong on that one. It put me in a good mood. So did the fact that we were in Boston. I could be in Providence in barely ninety minutes, and that was sorely tempting. I was standing in the Crippler Position beside Pat Deacon as the final segment of the show ended. The group of wrestlers who had been involved in a stand-off to end the show came into the back one at a time, their exits still part of the show. When Remo and Money stepped through the entraceway, the house lights started to come on, the house music began to play, and the fans took the cue to head to the exits. The group of Supreme Legends didn't disperse immediately, standing around and joking before heading to their respective dressing rooms. Valiant gave a hearty handshake to Rich Money, in sincere thanks for helping the long-haired youngster to the best match he's had since he joined the SWF. Remo and Jack Bruce were discussing the match they had. The Bumfholes brothers kind of stood by themselves, as usual for them. Faith took the time to congratulate me for another solid show. The congratulatory session lasted for a short while before people started to drift away, to head off to whatever their night held for them. Before they headed to their locker room, Remo and Rich took a moment. "Thanks man," Rich said to me. "Sincerely." "Things have been so much better since you've been here," Remo told me. "You don't even know." I wasn't sure what to say, so I shrugged. "Just doing my part," I said weakly. After Remo shook my hand - with bone-crushing strength, no less - Money stepped up. But instead of a handshake, I got a surprise hug. "You're the best, Avatar," he said to me. There was real emotion in his voice. Before I could say anything in response, the duo headed off. Those two were actually very good friends in real life. Art imitating life, I guess. I could understand where Money was coming from, though. He had been one of the best in the SWF for years now, but he'd taken a back seat to the likes of Runaway Train, Sam Keith, and even Squeeky McClean for a bit. A year ago, he wasn't main eventing shows, he was fighting Eric Eisen over the North American championship. Now he was the primary heel in the entire promotion. Remo was right there with him. I imagine Money got quite frustrated over the past few years. Talent-wise, there are few in Supreme that are better. Yet he couldn't move past Train and Keith. To Rich's credit, he never compalined, just kept his mouth shut and kept giving his best night after night. What a lot of fans fail to realize is that Money's gimmick of being a rich city slicker is pretty close to reality. He comes from a wealthy family. He didn't get into the business to make money, as he's never been anything but wealthy. But all the wealth in the world couldn't move him up the card in the Supreme Wrestling Federation if the backstage politics weren't allowing him to. I knew he was giving me a great deal of credit for helping him make that break-though, but I don't think I did anything that wouldn't have happened without me. I made my way back to my temporary office in the back of the arena, but I never made it there. I was thinking over the logistics of a high-speed run to Providence, with my hand on my cell phone. I had Amanda Eisen's number programmed in, and I'm sure she would love it. Did I really want to do that? I never got to make the call, though, as the cell phone rang. A number from the 250 area code that I didn't recognize. "Hello?" I answered. "Kid," grunted a familiar voice. "You're hard as hell to get ahold of." "Alex," I responded with genuine surprise. "How's it going?" "It would be going a whole hell of a lot better if you would quit taking all my talent," Alex DeColt told me bluntly. I made a sharp inhale and tried to decide a way to respond. "Look, Alex, I understand. But I have nothing to do with that area of the business," I said. It was even sorta true. DeColt didn't respond right away, finally saying, "Look, I could understand Tyler and Shooter. But the Nelson and Rivera? And now I hear rumblings that you guys are looking at a couple of my brothers. Tell me why I shouldn't be right pissed off right now, kid?" If this conversation was video instead of just audio, I'm sure I couldn't have hid my wince from Alex. Instead, I just told him, "Look, Alex, I honestly don't do anything with that side of things here. I really wouldn't know anything about that. I'm not sure what you've heard, but I'm just doing some stuff with creative while working in development." The irony of being a convincing liar when you really don't like lying at all. There was some truth to what I've said. I don't know if Eisen has made contact with any of the DeColt boys. I would only find out if they agreed a contract, with a bit of notice to start laying the creative plans. I do know that all four DeColt names were listed on the top secret contract status information that Richard had asked me to go over recently, and I had written up a couple scenarios for making use of the DeColt's, dependent on who we landed. Ideally, we would get Steve and Jack to use as a tag team... That was a happy thought, but I quickly banished it from my mind. Luckily, Alex didn't call my bluff on that one. He just ranted a bit. "Look, I know you guys are the center of the wrestling universe and all that down there, but you gotta leave us something, kid. We have to make things work here too. I mean, the way things are going, you're gonna have both us and the Stone's out of business in a couple of years." "That's not what we want... what I want, I mean, Alex," I told him truthfully. "Its just a period of growth here, you know. With the brand split and all that. things will settle down. You'll see." "Yeah, settle down. And that brand split thing," DeColt muttered. "Two title belts in one promotion.... What was Eisen thinking on that one?" I didn't answer that. Especially since I was the the one behind it. I'm not about to tell DeColt that, because I don't want him thinking I have more power than I do. Instead, I made a suggestion, "Look, you could always talk to Esien about setting up some sort of talent trade deal." DeColt laughed. "Kid, Eisen never goes for those sort of things. Dad made that offer a couple of times, and I've that Stone Senior did as well. Eisen isn't having it. He doesn't need to." I was back to my little temporary office by this point. I closed the door and sat in behind the desk. "I don't know what to tell you, Alex," I said with honesty. "I can understand your frustration, and I can try to talk to Mr. Eisen for you. But I'm just a small fish in a big pond and its not like my word carries much weight around here." "That's not what I hear." I laughed, saying, "You reading the Internet rumors, Alex? I heard there's one going around that I've replaced Peter Michaels." "Yeah, I heard something like that. But I stay off the rumor sites, kid. I heard it from someone I trust." That was disconcerting, but I told him, "Then maybe your source has a bad source. Or they heard something that got exaggerated." "Could be, could be," DeColt agreed, but then said, "Regardless, I do expect to see you taking over Peter Michael's job in the next year." I laughed, and he actually laughed with me. So I made my former trainer an offer, saying, "Look, until I do make the Head Booker here, I'm just another small cog. In the meantime, I'll talk to Michael's about your concerns. He can take it up to Mr. Eisen and maybe they'll realize what a strain its putting on your guys. Maybe they can offer compensation next time - money, or a loan of some of the developmental talent. I don't know, but something. Maybe you'll end up with me back on loan." Alex agreed that he'd be happy with the issue being brought to Richard Eisen's attention. We proceeded to spend the next thirty minutes just chatting and catching up. I had spent awhile with the DeColt training camp, though I can't really say that I have become friends with the guy. It would be a bit like becoming friends with a teacher while you were still a student in high school. But he always seemed like a good guy. Alex had a ton of war stories about the wrestling business and he had a great way of telling them - he was a natural performer in that regard. The difference was that now I had a few war stories I could tell as well, though I was careful not to let too much information through. That was tough, to be honest, to censor yourself like that. When DeColt and I finally promised to keep closer in touch and ended the call, I looked at my watch and realized there would be no trip to Providence tonight. Which was probably a better move, though I'm certain Amanda would have thrilled to have me show up. Screw it, I decided. I grabbed my gear and headed for the door. You only live once... What's the worst that could happen? I mean, she's only my bosses daughter, right? The drive also gave me time to think over some things that Alex had said. Some ideas I had, and not regarding the creative side of things. Regarding the business side of things. He was right - it wasn't in Supreme's best interest to kill off all the small promotions through North America. Quite the opposite. We needed to be proactive in protecting the small guys, and in protecting the workers. As for destination, well, all I'll say is that it was well worth the effort. Tuesday, Week 4, July 2008 Avatar[/quote][/FONT]

Bigpapa42 · February 19, 2009

Couple of things I mean to mention about the last show... The A grade was surprising. I made some booking errors on it - a weak opening match, for one. And had three or four matches end up with bad chemistry. Some strong angles and a surprisingly good main event carried it through, though. Was going to put Remo-Bruce as the main event, but the I remember why I wanted the belt off Bruce in the first place and thought better of it... As for the main event, I can't help but wonder if Money-Valiant could have pulled an A* if I had the belt on the line? Oh well, I decided to play the "heel champ who wants to defend only on PPVs angle" and I guess I gotta run with that.

G-Prime · February 19, 2009

Nice touch calling it 'Crippler Position'.

Bigpapa42 · February 21, 2009

[FONT=Arial][CENTER][SIZE=6]The Fry Report Preview[/SIZE] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Media/FryReport.jpg[/IMG][/CENTER] [quote][I]Every week on The Fry Report podcast will provide the latest information on everything Supreme. News, rumors, and interviews, all brought to you by the incomparable Duane Fry.[/I] [B]Preview for podcast available Wednesday, Week 4, July 2008[/B] "Can Troy Tornado really take the SWF Supreme Championship away from Christian Faith, less than two weeks after the Supreme Legend™ won it at The Supreme Challenge 28? If Tornado is successful, will he hand the belt over to Rocky Golden as the leader of the faction has demanded? This match alone makes SWF Legends a can't miss this week!" "Last week, Eric Tyler made the shocking announcement of his retirement from active competition. Even more shocking was the revelation that Tyler had accepted as the General Manager of the Legends brand. The move puts him directly at odds with Phil Vibert, a long-time ally. Tyler apparently has a big announcement to make this week, and I'm told it will have an impact on the Welcome to the Jungle 2008 pay per view!" "The SWF Supreme Championship won't be the only belt on the line this week. In fact, all three belts on the Legends brand will be defended. Bloodstone will put the SWF Legends belt up against Brett Biggz, while Kid Toma faces off against the aerial sensation Remmy Skye for the Shooting Star championship." "The jury is still out on the whole brand split experiment for the Supreme Wrestling Federation. It has certainly been successful in providing fans with more sports entertainment every week. A big question that many are asking is whether the wrestlers will really stick with one brand and whether its really in their interest to do so. The big brand switch so far has been "Big Money" Brandon James, a move engineered by his brilliant agent Emma Chase. I've heard rumblings that there could be another notable move coming. It will be tough to be as big as James, but we'll have to wait and see." "At The Supreme Challenge 28, Remo beat down fellow big men Ray Diaz and Runaway Train to allow him to call himself the "Alpha Dog" of the Supreme Wrestling Federation. This week, we'll get to see Diaz and the former two-time SWF World Heavyweight champion Runway Train face each other, and on TV this time. Just another reason you can't miss this weeks' SWF Legends. Catch it on CBA tonight!" [/quote][B]The Fry Report will be available on SWF.com or directly from iTunes.[/B] [quote]An extra special feature for the Fry Report... A preview of the matches lined up for SWF Legends this week! [COLOR=Blue]Ray Diaz[/COLOR] vs [COLOR=Red]Runaway Train[/COLOR] [COLOR=Red]The Upper Class[/COLOR] vs [COLOR=Blue]Strong [/COLOR]+ [COLOR=Blue]Hernandez [/COLOR]vs [COLOR=Red]Akima Brave[/COLOR] + [COLOR=Red][B]???[/B][/COLOR] [COLOR=Blue]Remmy Skye[/COLOR] vs [COLOR=Red]Kid Toma[/COLOR] for the [B]SWF Shooting Star Championship[/B] [COLOR=Red]Kurt Laramee[/COLOR] vs [COLOR=Blue]American Elemental [/COLOR] [COLOR=Blue]High Concept[/COLOR] vs [COLOR=Red]Death Row[/COLOR] [COLOR=Blue]Brett Biggz[/COLOR] vs [COLOR=Red]Bloodstone [/COLOR]for the [B]SWF Legends Championship[/B] [COLOR=Red]The Tokyo Underground[/COLOR] vs [COLOR=Blue]The New Wave[/COLOR] [COLOR=Red]Texas Pete[/COLOR] vs [COLOR=Blue]Jacob Jett[/COLOR] vs [COLOR=Red]Eric Eisen[/COLOR] [COLOR=Red] Troy Tornado[/COLOR] vs [COLOR=Blue]Christian Faith[/COLOR] for the [B]SWF Supreme Championship [/B] [/quote][/FONT]

Bigpapa42 · February 21, 2009

[QUOTE=G-Prime;587359]Nice touch calling it 'Crippler Position'.[/QUOTE] I have fun throwing little details in there. Thanks for catching that one.

Phantom Stranger · February 21, 2009

[B]Ray Diaz[/B] vs Runaway Train The Upper Class vs [B]Strong + Hernandez[/B] vs Akima Brave + ??? Remmy Skye vs [B]Kid Toma[/B] for the SWF Shooting Star Championship [B]Kurt Laramee[/B] vs American Elemental [B]High Concept[/B] vs Death Row Brett Biggz vs [B]Bloodstone[/B] for the SWF Legends Championship The Tokyo Underground vs [B]The New Wave[/B] Texas Pete vs Jacob Jett vs [B]Texas Pete[/B] [i]By getting the pin on Texas Pete. ;)[/i] Troy Tornado vs[B] Christian Faith[/B] for the SWF Supreme Championship

foolinc · February 21, 2009

Ray Diaz vs [B]Runaway Train[/B] [B]The Upper Class[/B] vs Strong + Hernandez vs Akima Brave + ??? [B]Remmy Skye[/B] vs Kid Toma for the SWF Shooting Star Championship Kurt Laramee vs [B]American Elemental[/B] [B]High Concept[/B] vs Death Row Brett Biggz vs [B]Bloodstone[/B] for the SWF Legends Championship The Tokyo Underground vs [B]The New Wave[/B] Texas Pete vs [B]Jacob Jet[/B]t vs Texas Pete [B]Troy Tornado [/B]vs Christian Faith for the SWF Supreme Championship

Bigpapa42 · February 21, 2009

Sorry, just realized I had Texas Pete twice in the three-way match. Shockingly, I didn't clone Texas Pete and make him face himself for kicks. Its supposed to be Pete vs Jett vs Eric Eisen. Though on second thought, the cloning option might have been a better one. Its definitely an option I'll keep in mind for a future show.

Tigerkinney · February 21, 2009

Ray Diaz vs Runaway Train [I]Actually a pretty damn tricky one to call, because Diaz has been getting more of a gradual push but Train is more established, despite not really doing much of late. I'm going to be a total cop out and say this ends up in a dead heat.[/I] The Upper Class vs Strong + Hernandez vs [B]Akima Brave + ???[/B] [I]One of those matches where the mystery man could make all the difference. [/I] [B]Remmy Skye[/B] vs Kid Toma for the SWF Shooting Star Championship [I]Skye retains[/I] [B]Kurt Laramee[/B] vs American Elemental [I]I like American Elemental, I really like him but SWF is not the sort of fed he should be going over someone like Kurt Laramee.[/I] [B]High Concept[/B] vs Death Row [I]Size doesn't matter this time, because Death Row aren't over enough to beat the better team.[/I] Brett Biggz vs [B]Bloodstone[/B] for the SWF Legends Championship [I]Routine defence for Bloodstone[/I] The Tokyo Underground vs [B]The New Wave[/B] [I]The Japanese guys are there to make the New Wave look good[/I] Texas Pete vs Jacob Jett vs Eric Eisen [I]Sneaky opportunistic win for the owners son, plus the fact I will probably never pick Texas Pete[/I] :p Troy Tornado vs [B]Christian Faith[/B] [I]Christian Faith doesn't lose regular matches.[/I]

Bigpapa42 · February 22, 2009

I don't usually do the "last call" for predictions, but figured I would here. Should have the show posted sometime later tonight. If any one still wants to get their predictions in, there's a bit of time yet.

Bigpapa42 · February 22, 2009

[FONT=Arial][CENTER][SIZE=6]SWF Legends[/SIZE] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Media/TV%20Shows/Banners/LegendsBanner.jpg[/IMG] [B]Wednesday, Week 2, July 2008 Isaak Road Arena (Mid Atlantic) - 13,484[/B] [URL="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=poGsYxYENs0"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [SIZE=4]Announcers[/SIZE] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Staff/Small/DuaneFrySmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Staff/Small/PhilVibertSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Staff/Small/MelanieFlorenceSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]Duane Fry - Phil Vibert - Melanie Florence[/B] ________________________________________[/CENTER] [B]Duane Fry[/B]: I would like to welcome everyone to SWF Legends! With me tonight here in the booth are Melanie Florence and the man himself, Phil Vibert. [B]Melanie Florence[/B]: A pleasure as always, darling. [B]Phil Vibert[/B]: It seems like I'm not the man anymore, Duane. [quote][CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Staff/Small%20Alt/EricTyleralt5Small.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Staff/Small/BJONeillSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/KidTomaSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/AkimaBraveSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/BartBiggzSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/BrettBiggzSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Staff/Small/AnaGarciaSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]Eric Tyler, BJ O'Neill, Kid Toma, Akima Brave, Bart Biggz, Brett Biggz + Ana Garcia In-Ring Segment[/B][/CENTER] [I]The ring is full of people, with Eric Tyler in a stylish suit being the center of attention. The Biggz Boyz and the Samoan Wildboyz eye each other from opposite corners. In the center of the ring is a locked metal display case on a pedestal. Tyler has a microphone and motions for the crowd to quiet down. [/I] [B]Eric Tyler[/B]: I'm out here tonight do what Phil Vibert should have been doing from day one on this brand - exerting some control. Mr. Eisen has some serious concerns about some things that have been happening here on the Legends brands - random attacks, major decisions made on the fly, and so on. Those concerns are why he asked me to take the role as General Manager. Now, as the General Manager, I'm going to be out here on a regular basis to address certain issues. I'm going to be proactive about things. This is going to be a regular thing, so we might as well give it a name. Personally, I like the sound of "Mr. Tyler Says." [I]Wearing a smirk, Mr. Tyler let's this hang for a moment before he continues. [/I] [B]Eric Tyler[/B]: Now I can't stand hear and say that Phil Vibert did nothing with this brand. He's obviously done a few things right. Introducing the Supreme championship was a great decision. So was introducing the Sky Club division. I don't want to fans to think I'm here trying to undo the good things Vibert did. Or simply to criticize him. However, as the General Manager, there are problems I simply can't overlook. [I]Another dramatic pause. [/I] [B]Eric Tyler[/B]: The Sky Club division has a championship belt in the Shooting Star championship. Currently held by Kid Toma here. The problem is that the division also has a number of tag teams. As part of the legends brand, these tag teams really aren't eligible to compete for the SWF World Tag team championship belts, as they are part of the Supreme brand. Several of the Sky Club tag teams brought this to my attention, and I have to admit that I see their point. So I took it upon myself to rectify the problem. Which is why everyone is out here tonight. Ana, if you please. [I]Playing the "Vana White" role, Ana Garcia opens the top portion of the metal case, revealing the pair of SWF Sky Club Tag team championship belts encased inside. She spins the pedestal slowly, so that the entire crowd can view them. [/I] [CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Belts/SWF/SWF_Sky_Club_Tag.jpg[/IMG][/CENTER] [B]Eric Tyler[/B]: I would like to introduce the SWF Sky Club Tag Team championships. [I]Ana takes one of the belts out of the case and slowly walks around the ring with it, holding it above her head as she walks to show it off to the fans. Tyler waits for her to finish and seems slightly annoyed at the delay.[/I] [B]Eric Tyler[/B]: Once I had decided to introduce the new tag belts, I had to decide the best way to crown the first champions. I decided on a four-team mini-tournament, with the deciding match at Welcome to the Jungle 2008 on pay per view. Unfortunately, that means leaving some deserving teams out. The Biggz Boys are four times SWF World tag team champions and the Samoan Wildboyz are two-time champions. Both are very deserving. But seeing that there is a match between Toma and Bart scheduled for the pay per view for the Shooting Star championship, that won't work. [B]BJ O'Neill[/B]: Tentatively scheduled, bra. [B]Eric Tyler[/B]: Right. Tentatively scheduled. Still, that means both teams are out. So I've decided on four participants in the tournament. And they are... the promising young tandem The Upper Class, John Greed and Paul Huntingdon! [CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/JohnGreedSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/AristocratSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]The Upper Class[/B][/CENTER] [I]The duo walk out through the Supreme Gate and stand on the side of the stage.[/I] [B]Eric Tyler[/B]: My Canadian compatriots Elmo Benson and Groucho Bling, better known as High Concept! [CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/ElmoBensonSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/GrouchoBlingSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]High Concept[/B][/CENTER] [I]Benson and Bling emerge next. Elmo starts to head down to the ring, but Groucho grabs him and directs him to stand on a marked spot on the stage. Elmo is clearly confused. [/I] [B]Eric Tyler[/B]: The representatives from the land of the Rising Sun... The Tokyo Underground, Ota and Narato! [CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/Signed%20Alt/FumihiroOtaalt7Small.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/Signed%20Alt/KazumaNaratoalt4Small.jpg[/IMG] [B]The Tokyo Underground[/B][/CENTER] [B]Eric Tyler[/B]: My other Canadian compatriots, Shane Nelson and Lee Rivera, who make up Pure Energy! [CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/Signed%20Alt/ShaneNelsonalt2Small.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/Signed%20Alt/LeeRiveraalt1Small.jpg[/IMG] [B]Pure Energy[/B][/CENTER] [B]Eric Tyler[/B]: These four teams will compete to win the SWF Sky Club Tag Team championship. Now, there is one other announcement I have to make... [I]Tyler stops and looks at Ana Garcia. She is still holding up one of the new tag team belts and posing. She finally stops and looks a bit embarrassed. With a shake of his head, Tyler continues. [/I] [B]Eric Tyler[/B]: I also made the decision to update the SWF Shooting Star championship belt. If you please, Ana. [I] Opening up the lower compartment on the display case, Ana removes another championship belt. She against shows it to the crowd before handing it to the current SWF Shooting Star champion Kid Toma, and taking the old belt. [/I] [CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Belts/SWF/Alts/SWF_Shooting_Star_alt4.jpg[/IMG][/CENTER] [B]Eric Tyler[/B]: I think that's enough of "Mr. Tyler Says" for tonight. [B][CENTER]Grade: B-[/CENTER] [/B][/quote][B]Phil Vibert[/B]: Well, I'm glad he doesn't think I did everything wrong... [quote][CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/RunawayTrainSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/VS2Small.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/RaymondDiazSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]Runaway Train vs Ray Diaz[/B] [URL="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ceiyvKwpRRo"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=emCG8A6UxiU"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL][/CENTER] This match is exactly what you would expect - a hard-hitting brawl between two tough big men. Neither backs down as they batter away at each other. The younger Diaz takes control of the match, but some subtle interference from Eric Eisen at ringside gives the momentum back to Train. Before long, the power of Diaz beings to overwhelm again and he gets a near pin after a Monster Mash clothesline that looks particularly nasty. Diaz continues to work the former world champion over, and when it looks like he has the match won, Eisen gets involved again by reaching through the ropes and moving Train's leg onto the bottom rope, which stops the pinfall. After a Ray Gun, it looks like a sure pinfall victory this time, but Eisen again interferes. Referee Jay Fair catches it and starts yelling at Eisen. "The Chosen One" yells right back, leading to Jay Fair yelling back. When Eisen puts his hands on the ref, Fair calls the match. Diaz pushes Eisen away from the ref. The ref then announces Diaz as the winner, leaving both Eisen and Runaway Train steamed. [B][CENTER]Ray Diaz Wins at 11:13 via Disqualification Grade: B-[/CENTER] [/B][/quote][B]Duane Fry[/B]: Imagine that, interfering in a match backfiring. [quote][CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Staff/Small%20Alt/EricTyleralt5Small.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Staff/Small/RogerDodgerAltSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]Eric Tyler + RC Dodger Backstage Segment[/B][/CENTER] [I]Eric Tyler is seated behind a desk in his office. It is not that big, but its quite nice. Seated in front of the desk is manager RC Dodger. Tyler is clearly paying attention to what the southern gentleman has to say. [/I] [B]RC Dodger[/B]: Y'all talk about how this brand of the SWF is about tough rasslers and old school values. But... I don't see how that can be the case. Because I represent the interests of three rasslers who are the very definition of tough and old school. Yet, these three - Shady K, Knuckles, and Kurt Laramee - keep getting ignored. I can't explain it! I don't understand it! An' I don't like it. Now, I am impoin' you, Mr. Tyler, as a good and righteous man, to right this wrong. [B]Eric Tyler[/B]: Well, if you really see this as some sort of massive injustice, Mr. Dodger, I'm sure we can find some way to fix it. I can't really see your tag team as part of the Sky Club division, but I'm willing to play along. They'll face The Upper Class tonight, and the winner of that match gets to participate in the tag tournament. How's that? [B]RC Dodger[/B]: Well that's mighty fine, Mr. Tyler. And about Laramee...? [B]Eric Tyler[/B]: Ah yes, how could I forget Kurt Laramee. Let see who's available yet tonight. How does American Element sound? [B]RC Dodger[/B]: Excuse me, but who? [B]Eric Tyler[/B]: Exactly. [B]RC Dodger[/B]: Oh, I see. Clever, Mr. Tyler. Clever. Now I do thank you for your time. [I]With a gentlemanly nod, Dodger gets up and makes his way out of the office. He is quickly replaced by BJ O'Neill. Tyler seems a bit surprised to see her.[/I] [CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Staff/Small/BJONeillSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]BJ O'Neill[/B][/CENTER] [B]Eric Tyler[/B]: Ah, Ms. O'Neill. And what can I help you with now? [B]BJ O'Neill[/B]: Mr. Tyler, I wanted to say I understand your decision to leave my Samoans out of the tournament because Toma is da champ. But I have another team... [B]Eric Tyler[/B]: Wait, another team? [B]BJ O'Neill[/B]: Another team, bra. [B]Eric Tyler[/B]: Okay, I'm willing to bite. Another team asked for a chance, and will be facing The Upper Class later tonight. Your new team can make it a menage a trois. But I warn you, BJ, if this is some kind of trick, I will not be impressed. And annoying the new boss is not a good plan. Toma is booked to defend his belt tonight and that's it. So if you're going to run Toma out there in a mask or something similar, you better find another plan fast. [B]BJ O'Neill[/B]: No tricks, bra. Another team. Another good team. [B]Eric Tyler[/B]: I am guessing that Akima is part of this new team? [I]BJ nods with a smile. [/I] [B]Eric Tyler[/B]: Well, this does cause a problem with Akima's match with Bart Biggz tonight. But that's fine - we can move that to next week. Its still goin to happen, though. [B]BJ O'Neill[/B]: Alright. Thank you, Mr. Tyler. [I]BJ O'Neill leaves Tyler and he looks as though he's about to start some paperwork when there is a light knock at the door. [/I] [CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Staff/Managers/AkahitoMiwaSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]Mr. Miwa[/B] [/CENTER] [B]Mr. Miwa[/B]: I am hoping you could talk for a moment, Mr. Tyler. [I]Not hiding the fact that he's annoyed at another interruption, the General Manager waves him in. [/I] [B]Eric Tyler[/B]: And what can I help you with, Mr. Miwa? [B]Mr. Miwa[/B]: You put my tag team against The New Wave tonight. Ota and Narato are not brawlers. [B]Eric Tyler[/B]: Well, I can certainly understand your concern... [I]The camera pulls back as Tyler discusses the issue with Mr. Miwa. The camera moves through the doorway to the office and looks down the hallway, where several more workers are lined up as they wait to talk to the General Manager of the brand. [/I] [B][CENTER]Grade: B+[/CENTER] [/B][/quote][quote][CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/JohnGreedSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/AristocratSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/VS2Small.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/Signed%20Alt/ErikStrongalt4Small.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/MainstreamHernandezSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/VS2Small.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/AkimaBraveSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/Signed/RhinoUmagaSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]The Upper Class vs Strong & Hernandez vs The Samoan Wildboyz Version 2.0 SWF Sky Club Tag Team Championship Tournament Qualifying Match[/B] [URL="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9AeUBA-uY_0"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EApnhO2OIrw"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BdL8fSK4RE8"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL][/CENTER] BJ O'Neill leads her new team out last, to the familiar music of The Samoan Wildboyz, with Akima Brave emerging from the Supreme Gate, followed by a monster Samoan who is introduced as Rhino Umaga. The match is something less than exciting. Its sloppy and rather lacking in entertainment. The lack of any sort of experience between Erik Strong and Mainstream Hernandez is obvious. The match is mostly dominated by the power Rhino, who uses his size advantage over everyone else in the ring to toss them about. He does look impressive. It goes for naught, though, when Huntingdon ends the match with a quick rollup pin on Erik Strong. The Samoan contingent does not look impressed. [B][CENTER]Paul Huntingdon Wins at 6:33 via Pinfall Grade: D-[/CENTER] [/B][/quote][B]Melanie Florence[/B]: That Rhino bloke is huge! And ugly! [quote][CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/ChrisCaulfieldSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Staff/Managers%20Alt/GrandmasterPhunkalt1Small.jpg[/IMG] [B]Chris Caufield + Grandmaster Bling Backstage Attack[/B][/CENTER] [I]Chris Caufield is walking through the backstage area with a purpose. He turns a corner to the hallway to Eric Tyler's office. He stops dead as he sees a long lineup of workers, manages, and even referees waiting to talk to the General Manager. Last in line is a familiar face to long-time SWF fans, Grandmaster Bling aka Grandmaster Phunk. [/I] [B] Chris Caufield[/B]: Is everyone here waiting to... [B]Grandmaster Bling[/B]: You know it, huster! [I]Without responding, Caufield turns and walks away. The Harcore American does not look impressed. He turns the corner down another hallway, which is empty. He gets about halfway down the hallway when he is broadsided by someone from a dark doorway. Caufield is sent flying into the concrete well and he crumples.[/I] [CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/KurtLarameeSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/ShadyKSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/KnucklesSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Staff/Small/RogerDodgerAltSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]Kurt Laramee, Shady K, Knuckles + RC Dodger[/B][/CENTER] [I]Kurt Laramee emerges from the doorway, along with Shady K, Knuckles, and RC Dodger. Laramee sets upon Caufield, kicking the former SWF Legends champion while he's down.[/I] [B]Kurt Laramee[/B]: You like to bleed, Caufield? I'll make you bleed! [I] Laramee is knocked back as Caufield fights to his feet and starts swinging back. The two men wail at away each other wildly for a long moment before Shady K and Knuckles jump in and knock Caufield to the floor. All three men set in on him. The trio is vicious in their attack, though Caufield doesn't stop fighting back and trying to get back up to his feet. [/I] [CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/GuideSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/ScoutSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]Guide + Scout[/B][/CENTER] [I]Guide and Scout race down the hallway like a pair of camoflage-painted heat-seeking missiles. The knock Shady K and RC Dodger flying down the hallway, then set upon Knuckles and Laramee with a series of blows. The trio and their manager decide retreat is the better option and take off down the hallway in a hurry, while The New Wave tend to the fallen friend. They help Caufield to his feet. He's wobbly, but okay.[/I] [B]Chris Caufield[/B]: Thanks guys. Good timing. [B]Guide[/B]: Yeah, good thing we were lookin for you. [B]Scout[/B]: Do you wanna go track them down? [B]Chris Caufield[/B]: Nah, leave it for now. We'll take care of them in the ring. I'll talk to Vibert about us three against those three for the next week. [B]Scout[/B]: Um, well... [B]Chris Caufield[/B]: Maybe I should try to talk to Tyler? I really don't know. [B]Guide[/B]: Yeah, uh... [B]Chris Caufield[/B]: What's up, guys? [B]Scout[/B]: We're not gonna be here next week. [B]Chris Caufield[/B]: Fine. Then the week after. Or the pay per view. [B]Guide[/B]: Yeah, that's probably not gonna work. [B]Chris Caufield[/B]: Why? What's wrong? [B]Scout[/B]: We're leaving. [B]Chris Caufield[/B]: Leaving? [B]Guide[/B]: Yeah, to the brand. [B]Scout[/B]: That woman you saw us talking to the other week, that's our new manager. [B]Chris Caufield[/B]: And you were going to tell me this when? [B]Scout[/B]: Uh, now? [B]Guide[/B]: Look, we stay on this brand, and we can't get the tag team gold. Those Sky Club belts aren't for us. [B]Scout[/B]: We want the World Tag Team titles. And for that, we have to on the other brand. [I]Caufield looks upset, but he slowly softens. Its a convincing argument. [/I] [B]Chris Caufield[/B]: I can't really argue with that. We all came here to win gold. I can't stand in the way of you guys having a chance for that too. So who's the manager? [B]Guide[/B]: We can't say anything yet. [B]Scout[/B]: Just be glad we didn't take up the offers. [B]Guide[/B]: Emma. [B]Scout[/B]: And Tyler. [B]Chris Caufield[/B]: Tyler? [B]Scout[/B]: Yeah, we'll tell you all about it... [I]The trio start down the hallway as the tag team tell their story about the new GM to their friend. [/I] [B][CENTER]Grade: B-[/CENTER] [/B][/quote][B]Duane Fry[/B]: The New Wave leaving? [B]Phil Vibert[/B]: That doesn't not make me happy. [quote][CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/RemmySkyeSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/VS2Small.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/KidTomaSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Belts/SWF/Alts/Mid/SWF_Shooting_Star_altMid.jpg[/IMG] [B]Remmy Skye vs Kid Toma Supreme Sky Club Division Match for the SWF Shooting Star Championship[/B] [URL="http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=2uFEQvMG74Q"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL="http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=Lv6Cr5LZStE"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL][/CENTER] A fairly straight-ahead title defense for Toma. Skye displays some of his trademark risk-taking, but it doesn't amount to much in this one as Toma is smart enough to avoid most of the risky maneuvers from the challenge. The champion retains his Shooting Star belt after hitting a very nice Long Range Headubtt and following it with the pin. [B][CENTER]Kid Toma Wins at 8:01 via Pinfall Grade: C-[/CENTER] [/B][/quote][quote][CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/KurtLarameeSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/VS2Small.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/AmericanElementalSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]Kurt Laramee vs American Elemental[/B] [URL="http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=lZ1G0-ddAiA"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL][/CENTER] American Elemental is game but simply can't do much against the much bigger Laramee. The "King of the Streets" toys with his smaller opponent. The crowd doesn't seem to enjoy this one, especially shortly after Laramee's attack on Caufield. A trio of Switchblade Power Slams allows Laramee to get the pinfall. [B][CENTER]Kurt Laramee Wins at 6:21 via Pinfall Grade: D+[/CENTER] [/B][/quote][quote][CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/ShadyKSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/KnucklesSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/VS2Small.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/ElmoBensonSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/GrouchoBlingSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]Death Row vs High Concept[/B] [URL="http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=7fkw0M5z_fU"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LzpijLuO5qs&feature=related"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL][/CENTER] The match gets off to an interesting start as Benson decides to offer Shady K a handshake. The big man decides to throw a heavy suck punch instead, knocking the small Canadian stupider. He does have enough wits to kick out of the pin attempt that immediately follows. The Death Row duo work over Benson for awhile, until he finally manages to tag Bling in. He moves about the ring at a blazing speed, leaving the opponent duo dizzy. Benson recovers soon enough, and gets back involved in the match. Impressive teamwork and skillful use of their obvious speed advantage allows the smaller duo to get Knuckles down to the mat, and the both get on him for the pin. Shady K pulls Benson off his partner, but Bling still gets the win. [B][CENTER]Groucho Bling Wins at 8:31 via Pinfall Grade: C[/CENTER] [/B][/quote][B]Phil Vibert[/B]: But it would've made so much sense to have the heavyweight tag team in the Sky Club tag tournament! [quote][CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Staff/Small/AnaGarciaSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/SkullDeBonesSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]Ana Garcia + Vengeance Backstage Segment[/B][/CENTER] [I]Ana Garcia is standing at a vending machine, chewing on her bottom lip as she tries to make a choice. She finally selects a candy bar, and makes a joyful little squeal as it drops and she digs it out. The vending machine is located in a small employees lounge that is dimly lit and deserted. Ana takes her treat and sits down on one of the couches, tucking her legs up underneath her. She starts to enjoy the candy, but then suddenly stops. She hears something. She looks into the darkness on the other side of the lounge. There is a scraping sound and Ana leaps to her feet. She looks and there is a large shape in the dark. She lets out a light scream, and luckily, someone hears her. [/I] [CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/SteveFrehley_Alt2Small.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/RaymondDiazSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]Steve Frehley + Ray Diaz[/B][/CENTER] [I]Steve Frehley and Ray Diaz charge into the lounge. They look at Ana and she points at the darkness. Frehley changes in and finds himself face-to-face with Vengeance. The two men square up to each other. After a long, tense moment, Frehley basically puts his nose right against Vengeance's chromed mask.[/I] [B]Steve Frehley[/B]: This is not your playground, DeBones. You don't get to run around here and do whatever you please. There are rules. You better remember that and start following them, or I may just have to give you a little reminder. [I]Vengeance says nothing. He doesn't even move. He just stands in the darkness and breathes heavily. Its notably creepy. [/I] [B]Steve Frehley[/B]: I catch you pulling this skulking in the dark stunt again and you'll need more than that chain of yours, DeBones. Its done. That's just the way it is. [I]Diaz is comforting Ana Garcia as the trio leave the lounge. Even as they disappear, Vengeance still doesn't move. [/I] [B][CENTER]Grade: A[/CENTER] [/B][/quote][B]Phil Vibert[/B]: D*mnit, DeBones! [B]Melanie Florence[/B]: That big nutter is quite the creep. [quote][CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/BrettBiggzSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/VS2Small.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/JohnnyBloodstoneSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Belts/SWF/Mid/SWFLegendsChampionshipMid.jpg[/IMG] [B]Brett Biggz vs Bloodstone SWF Legends Championship Match[/B] [URL="http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=OGzwNdTVHJo"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL="http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=vF8ldaRTkB8"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL][/CENTER] About as easy a title defense is likely to get for Bloodstone. Perhaps because Brett Biggz in no way lives up to the "legend" part of the title without his brother around, but Bloodstone simply works him over throughout the match. About all that Biggz manages to do is avoid the first two attempts by Bloodstone to get the challenger into his Bloodstone Variation submission, but he locks it in tight the third time in the middle of the ring. Biggz holds out for a few moments before submitting. [B][CENTER]Bloodstone Wins at 9:54 via Submission Grade: B-[/CENTER] [/B][/quote][quote][CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/GuideSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/ScoutSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/VS2Small.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/Signed%20Alt/FumihiroOtaalt7Small.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/Signed%20Alt/KazumaNaratoalt4Small.jpg[/IMG] [B]The New Wave vs The Tokyo Underground[/B] [URL="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qyGNVv77JKo"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YnfFTVjRpLI"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL][/CENTER] A solid match which shows off both teams quite well. The New Wave display their amazing teamwork in the first match on the Legends brand, while Ota and Narato show some of their super junior skills. The crowd isn't that hot for the match, likely because there's never much question of which team will win. And sure enough, the bigger duo isolate Narato a bit, hit the Wave of Mutilation, and Scout gets the pin. Guide prevents Ota from interfering in the pinfall with a nasty right hand that's probably the best moment of the match. [B][CENTER]Scout Wins at 9:14 via Pinfall Grade: C+[/CENTER] [/B][/quote][B]Duane Fry[/B]: Its too bad we won't get to see The New Wave here on Legends anymore. [B]Phil Vibert[/B]: Its a freaking tragedy. [quote][CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/BigCatBrandonSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Staff/Small/EmmaChaseAltSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]Brandon James + Emma Chase In-Ring Interview[/B] [URL="http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=KPFbePnPdB4"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL][/CENTER] [I]The super-agent escorts her client out to the ring. The crowd gives a warm reaction of boos. Brandon James is still massively popular with the crowd, in the negative sense. In the ring, Emma grabs a microphone.[/I] [B]Emma Chase[/B]: We're out here tonight to address a few untruths that have apparently managed to start floating about. I want this out in the open before it can damage the reputation of my client any further. Now there is apparently a malicious piece of fiction being circulated that having my client join the Legends brand was some sort of miscalculation on my part, seeing as he didn't manage to win the Supreme Championship at The Supreme Challenge. I want to be perfectly clear on this - having Brandon join this brand was always part of the plan. [B]Brandon James nods at this point, as if he actually understands all the big words that Emma is using. [/B] [B]Emma Chase[/B]: I would obviously prefer if Brandon was standing here in front of you all right now as the champion, but that part will be corrected soon enough. But breaking up Big Money Incorporated stable and bringing Brandon here was an important step. Because while Rich Money and Remo might be great wrestlers, they were not a positive influence to Brandon here. For all his talents in the ring, he has a... delicate disposition outside of it. But that's why he has me. To look after his best interests. To put him in the best position to succeed. [I]Another agreeing nod from Brandon.[/I] [B]Emma Chase[/B]: As for the championship belt that Christian Faith has, that's a problem I have already begun working on. I've opened negotiations with our new Legends General Manager Mr. Tyler about securing Brandon a title shot. Unfortunately, Vibert has already put Faith in a match against Vengeance at the Welcome to the Jungle pay per view next month. If we can't get involved in that match to make it a three way, there are always more opportunities. Because our esteemed champion is 42-years old and only getting older each day. Now I trust that clears that up for some of you who were "confused". [I]Emma drops the microphone and makes to leave the ring. Brandon picks it up.[/I] [B]Brandon James[/B]: Thank you. [I]He drops the mic and follows his manager. Emma looks annoyed that he had something to say, but simple motions him out of the ring. [/I] [B][CENTER]Grade: A*[/CENTER] [/B][/quote] [quote][CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/TexasPeteSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/VS2Small.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/JacobJettAltSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/VS2Small.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/Alt%20Small/EricEisenSeriousSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]Texas Pete vs Jacob Jett vs Eric Eisen[/B] [URL="http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=b-p8kvoyP4Y"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JBfjU3_XOaA"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL][/CENTER] Another match where a bigger man dominants, much like the three-way tag earlier. This match, however, is not crap. Its actually quite entertaining. Its Texas Pete uses his size and power to throw around his smaller two opponents. The two lightweights take different approaches - Eisen basically tries to keep away from Pete to avoid getting beat down while Jacob Jett shows guts - though less brains - but being willing to battle with the big Texan. That's a losing proposition. Pete gets several near pins on Jett, but they are continually by Eisen's well-time interventions. Eisen actually spends some time outside the ring to avoid Pete. The turning point is right after Pete lands his Lone Star Drop powerbomb, then decides to drop a knee before the pin, but when he goes to the ropes, Runway Train reaches up and pulls the top rope down, causing the big Texan the tumble through the ropes and out of the ring. Basically hiding in the corner at this point, Eisen rushes in to put his Silver Spoon Shock neckbreaker on Jett and then get the pinfall. Pete is prevented from getting back in the ring by Train. [B][CENTER]Eric Eisen Wins at 11:04 via Pinfall Grade: B[/CENTER] [/B][/quote] [quote][CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/ChristianFaithSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]Christian Faith Backstage Segment[/B][/CENTER] [I]The camera shows a close up of the name plate on Christian Faith's locker room door. The camera pans down as the door opens and focuses in on the SWF Supreme championship belt around Faith's waist. The shot pulls back and shows the man himself. Standing in the doorway with oddly bright lights in the locker room behind him, the big man is framed for the camera perfectly. He looks intense and ready.[/I] [B]Rocky Golden[/B]: Ahem... [CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/Alt%20Small/RockyGoldenSuitSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Staff/Small/KristenPearceAltSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/JohnnyBloodstoneSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/TexasPeteSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]Rocky Golden, Kristen Pearce, Bloodstone + Texas Pete[/B][/CENTER] [I]Faith looks over and Golden is leaning against the concrete wall in the hallway right beside the dressing room. With him are Kristen Pearce, Bloodstone, and Texas Pete. The group tries to look intimidating, but Faith doesn't so much as flinch.[/I] [B]Rocky Golden[/B]: Champ, before you go out there, I just wanted to have a quick word... [B]Christian Faith[/B]: I'm not really interested in anything you have to say, Golden. [B]Rocky Golden[/B]: Well, you should be, old man. I just wanted to thank you. [B]Christian Faith[/B]: To thank me? Rocky Golden: That's right, to thank you. For taking care of my belt there. [I]Faith laughs at this, which is obvoiusly not the reaction that Golden expects. The big man looks furious.[/I] [B]Christian Faith[/B]: That's funny, kid. [B]Rocky Golden[/B]: No, its not funny, old man. It's a Golden Promise. I'm going to take that belt of yours away from you. Maybe Tornado takes it from you tonight and hands it over to me. Maybe I take myself. Maybe next week, or next month. But know this - every day that passes, I get better and you just get older. [B]Christian Faith[/B]: Thanks, Rocky. I'll keep it mind. Now if you'll excuse me. [I]With that, Faith walks away. Golden looks severely irritated at being dismissed by the champion like that. Kristen puts a comforting hand the big man's shoulder but he doesn't seem to notice. [/I] [B][CENTER]Grade: A*[/CENTER] [/B][/quote][quote][CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/TroyTornadoAltSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/VS2Small.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/ChristianFaithSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Belts/SWF/Mid/SWFSupremeMid.jpg[/IMG] [B]Troy Tornado vs Christian Faith SWF Supreme Championship Match[/B] [URL="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nMWfOFIfnrM"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s_GfewB78w4"][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Main/Other/Playegg_28207.jpg[/IMG][/URL][/CENTER] Another very good match between the two, though not quite the classic that their first match was. There's no interference in this one, as The Golden Faction is not at ringside. Tornado is very determined, and he uses everything in his arsenal. The match goes back and forth for the first ten minutes and the crowd loves it. Then Tornado starts to work over Faith's knee and the veteran slows down a bit. The challenge takes control of the match but doesn't close to a three count on several pinfalls. Faith battles back as he refinds his faith, as he always does. Tornado seems at a loss of what to do. A series of Machine Gun Faith Hammer elbows drops the challenge. Faith puts him in the corner with a Stalling Atomic Drop, which is followed up by the Leap of Faith. Tornado kicks out. Another Leap of Faith follows and Tornado is down for the three count. [B][CENTER]Christian Faith Wins at 16:43 via Pinfall Grade: A[/CENTER] [/B] [CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/TroyTornadoAltSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/Alt%20Small/RockyGoldenSuitSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/JohnnyBloodstoneSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/TexasPeteSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]Troy Tornado, Rocky Golden, Bloodstone + Texas Pete Post-Match Confrontation[/B][/CENTER] [I]After he wins the match, Faith doesn't really do much in the way of celebrating. He gives a nod to his defeated opponent, waves to the crowd a bit, and collects his belt before heading up the ramp. Tornado gets up slowly, trying to pull himself together. The other three members of the Golden Faction make their way down to the ring. Golden grabs a microphone and they climb into the ring. The three of them stand before their defeated comrade. Tornado starts to say something to them, but Golden holds up a hand.[/I] [B]Rocky Golden[/B]: It's okay, Troy... I understand... [I]Bloodstone has edged around behind Tornado, and grabs him in a choke hold. Golden and Pete begin attacking Tornado with a series of blows. Tornado is essentially defenseless. There is a huge roar from the crowd when the calvary arrives....[/I] [CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/ChristianFaithSmall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/ChrisCaulfieldSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]Christian Faith + Chris Caufield[/B][/CENTER] [I]The two veterans race down the ramp and slide into the ring. Despite just having wrestled a match, Faith goes after Golden and tosses the big man to the mat, thundering heavy punches at him. Golden fights back, but without much effect. Caufield chases Texas Pete out of the ring and then tosses Bloodstone after him. Seemingly satisfied in their attack on their former stable-mate, the trio make their way up the ramp with smiles on their faces. But at the top of the ramp is...[/I] [CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/SteveFrehley_Alt2Small.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/SWF/Small/RaymondDiazSmall.jpg[/IMG] [B]Steve Frehley + Ray Diaz[/B][/CENTER] [I]Frehley and Diaz walked onto the stage during the battle in the ring. They don't stop the three members of the Golden Faction from passing, but simply stare hard at them. Down in the ring, Caufield and Faith glare up at the trio as well, still helping Tornado to his feet.[/I] [B][CENTER]Grade: A*[/CENTER] [/B][/quote][B]Duane Fry[/B]: So is Golden's Faction down to three then? Where does this leave Troy Tornado? 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Bigpapa42 · February 22, 2009

A few notes from the show... I know what you're probably thinking... Another belt? This is the last one. The last new one at least - there may be some further alts down the road. But no more new belts. The brand split was never really planned from the beginning, so I was never really thinking of adding a second set of tag belts. Once I did the split, added the Sky Club division, and decided to keep the World tag belts on the Supreme brand... Well, it just made sense. I was really quite hoping for another A* match out of Tornado and Faith, though an A is hardly disappointing. The A pretty much saved the show, along with a few of the angles. The D- in the three-way tag match is one of the worst match ratings I can recall from either A show in awhile. Not the best debut for Rhino Umaga... I got pretty spoiled with having Phil Vibert and Richard Eisen as my authority figures, as they both have pretty outstanding overness at this point. Eric Tyler is hardly lacking in that area, but he's not at the same level. He won't carry a segment they way the other two will. Going to keep that in mind...

Bigpapa42 · February 22, 2009

[FONT=Arial][CENTER][SIZE=6]Special SWF.com News Report[/SIZE] [IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Media/SWF_DAVE2.jpg[/IMG][/CENTER] [quote][B][CENTER]Thursday Week 4 July, 2008[/CENTER] [/B] Big news today for all the Supreme Wrestling Federation fans out there with ever-growing DVD libraries of all the great releases from Supreme Legends Video®. The subsidiary of Supreme Enterprises® has signed a licensing agreement with The Vibert Corporation LLC, which will allow the use of footage owned by The Vibert Corporation on future video releases. After the bankruptcy of Danger and Violence Extreme just over a year ago, all video football, trademarks, and licensing rights were sold to The Vibert Corporation. This deal will allow SLV® access to the entire DaVE video archives. Even more exciting is that the DaVE achives includes all footage and trademarks of the defunct promotions from the "East Coast Wars" of the late 1990s. When DaVE "won" the war in 1998, it acquired all the assets of Philly Power Pro Wrestling, Rapid Pro Wrestling, and Xtreme Federation of Wresting. These promotions, along with DaVE, are where a number of current SWF icons started out. Included on that list are Brandon James, Vengeance, Emma Chase, Chris Morrisette, Giedroyc, Scout, Guide, and obviously Phil Vibert himself. Acquiring the ability to include footage from the early careers of these Supreme Legends™ is a great day for Supreme Legends Video®! Supreme Legends Video® released a company-record 44 titles last year, with most titles available on both DVD and Blu-ray Disc™. Having released 31 titles through to this point in 2008, SLV® is on track to break that record. The available titles range from individual events, compilations, historical retrospectives, career anthologies of individual Supreme Legends™, and boxed sets. The next scheduled release is The Supreme Legends Series: The Monster Dread, a 2-disc set on the SWF career of Dread. Also included are several of Dread's matches from his time spent in Japan. All Supreme Legends Video® releases are available on the SWF.com store! [/quote][CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Media/SWFWebMid.jpg[/IMG][/CENTER] [/FONT]

Bigpapa42 · February 23, 2009

[FONT=Arial][CENTER][IMG]http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k235/Bigpapa42_2006/Wrestling/Workers/Avatars/Small/AvatarSmall.jpg[/IMG][/CENTER] [quote]Random thought of the day... in a business predicated on keeping your fans happy, as professional wrestling is, I have come to realize that it can be dangerous trying to keep the fans happy... That seems like such a contradictory statement... No, scratch the "seems like" part. It is a contradictory statement. But that doesn't make it any less true. Professional wrestling is just a different type of business, I guess. The Supreme Wrestling Federation obviously spends a ton of money getting a bunch of statistical data from public survey companies each month. We spent a lot of time and effort - a lot of my effort - analyzing that data and breaking it down. Its supposed to tell us how we are doing, whether our fans are liking what's going on. But is this information really that useful? I'm really beginning to question it all. Back in high school, I had a math teacher make the statement that "in statistical terms, you can make numbers say anything you want". That stuck with me for some reason. And I'm finding it to be very true. It starts with obtaining the information, as what specific questions are asked and who they are asked to is a big point. Once you have the numbers, you can manipulate them however is necessary. I'm starting to think all this money being spent by Eisen is really most useful in finding numbers to justify an already-formulated opinion. From what I gather, that's what Sam Keith did very effectively with the information in his days as the Head Booker. I am finding the Internet forums to be quite useful in finding opinions of fans. But I am leery of using those to any real extent as well. Which seems a bit odd, but after some careful consideration, its the logical conclusion I've come to. The problem with those fans you find on Internet discussion forums is that they aren't really the "average" fan. Perhaps a few of them are. But most are hardcore fans. What the industry refers to as "smarks". They are the ones who spend hours each week seeking our rumors. Some even pay monthly subscription fees to get that insider information. Many have impressive knowledge of the history of the business, and some are very well informed about the world outside of American wrestling. The interesting thing is that some of these "fans" are not fans of SWF at all - many actually hate Supreme and the Eisen's. Those haters who are logical in their hatred are actually quite informative. Ironically, many of that haters still follow the SWF quite closely. The reason I can only use these opinions so much is that these smarks are hooked. They're the fans who are going to watch the shows on TV and pay for the pay per views even if they aren't that happy with the current product. Its entirely possible alienate the hardcore fans, but its tougher. But these fans are the minority. The majority of the fans of the SWF are casual fans. These fans are the ones who make up the majority of the viewing audience, the live crowds, and the pay per view buyers. They are the ones without as much invested and will typically move away from the product much quicker if they are turned off. From what I was learning, the easiest way to gauge the reaction of the casual fans to something is simply the reaction of the live crowd. Nothing is as accurate or easy to rate. Of course, that didn't stop me from spending a lot of time every day on those Internet forums. Quite simply, they are fun. My new favorite was that Grey Dog Wrestling that the "hey booker man" kid had told me about. It took me more than a week to get my account approved, and there was a long process of probation to become a full-fledged member. The site was much more exclusive than most forums, and probably partly because of that, it was pretty high quality stuff. A lot more of the long, logical, essay-quality posts and almost none of the "opinionated 13 year using text talk", which immediately made it more interesting than the TEW forums. I did find the post that outed me as the booker of Supreme. It was by a guy called "Neckless" and pretty detailed. Disturbingly accurate, too. He wouldn't divulge any information on his source, however. His story was backed up by another poster calling himself "Da Reaper", who also seemed privy to inside information. That made me suspicious, as the "metal artist" who had been making the new championship belts for us. Could he know enough? I doubted it. The forum was pretty interesting, though. Hell, I was learning new stuff from some of the posters. Today, all the talk on the Grey Dog Wrestling forum - and pretty much every other forums - was about the video deal. It huge news amongst the smarks. The death of DaVE had left a lot of fans longing and bitter, and Pittsburgh Steel Wrestling had hardly filled that niche. Even worse for DaVE fans, the demise of the promotion had seen the end of the steady stream of video releases - Vibert was on the cutting edge in that regard, and released a ton of stuff using the footage library from the "East Coast Wars" that he owned. But those DVDs had all been out of print for more than a year now, making everything DaVE had ever released on video as collector's items. An entire market had sprung up around the stuff, much like tape trading back in the day. The Grey Dog Wrestling forum had an active sub-forum dedicated just to that. The strange thing was that I had heard nothing of the deal before it was announced. Not that I have much to do with the Supreme Legends Video business line. Or anything at all. I still figure I would have heard a rumor from somewhere. But this came completely out of the blue. The whole thing just reinforces what I already knew - that Phil is a helluva businessman. Obtaining the video libraries of the other promotions involved in the East Coast War was a smart move. Hanging onto that library for almost a decade when it made him only a bit of money but could have been sold for a lot of money was smarter, as it was paying off big now. Making sure he kept the DaVE library through the bankruptcy was a genius move. I knew that he had been negotiating with a few companies about putting together some DVE releases over the past few months, but nothing came of it. Now, the deal with the Eisen's was big for everyone involved. I talked to Vibert this morning, and while he didn't give me the full details, I got the impression the money he was getting was significant. Even better, he would be involved in every release that included any of the footage. He didn't have to worry about them making his promotion look bad. He told me this morning that they were starting work on a DaVE retrospective immediately. Phil sounded excited. Its good for him. Not so good for me, as he'll about around less. I logged onto the Grey Dog Wrestling forum and checked the latest posts. A great if rambling post from "The Tiger's Kin" about how Puerto Rican Power's power trips were hurting FREEDOM Caribbean Wrestling took awhile to get through. There was a knock on my office door, interrupting me before I could finish. "Come in," I called, knowing that there were only a few people in the building who would simply knock on the door instead of having Toni buzz me. Jerry Eisen peaked his head inside. "What's up, kid?" he grinned. "Hey Jerry." "So what do you think of the news about the video deal with Vibert?" he asked me. Needlessly, as he already knew the answer. "Pretty exciting," I nodded. "Don't think it doesn't affect you," he warned me, reading my mind. "You'll be getting involved in this side of stuff soon enough." That took me a bit by surprise, but I didn't get a chance to ask him what he meant. Jerry changed the subject, asking me, "So have you had a chance to watch the Chord DVD yet?" Ah, the Rip Chord shoot DVD set. "Yup," I told him. I waited a moment before adding, "Your dad was worried about nothing." "You watched the entire thing?" I nodded. I had just watched the last of the matches last night. Much of it had been watched on my laptop while traveling, but that didn't change what it was. "It was interesting," was all I offered. Jerry gave me a look. "Interesting... That's it?" "He really doesn't talk that much about Supreme," I explained. Out of the nine hours and fourteen minutes of interview footage on the DVD set, maybe thirty minutes of it is spent discussing the Supreme Wrestling Federation. And Chord was more than respectful in what he said. He actually gave an indirect "thank you" to Richard Eisen for his time in the SWF, for how he build-up him up and the great rivalry Chord had with Sam Strong. Chord admitted that he never would hit the heights he did without the SWF. He also stated that Eisen was very professional in how he dealt with Chord's "personal issues". I told Jerry, "He even thanks your dad." Jerry wasn't sure what to say. He obviously didn't see that coming. The SWF did get mentioned again during the portion of the interviews where Chord talked about his time with Hollyweird Grappling Company. That segment was a great deal longer than the time spent on the SWF. Even during that portion, Chord spoke no ill of Supreme. The closest I could find through the entire DVD set was a ninety minute discussion near the end of the interviews where Rip discussed his own Mid Atlantic Wrestling and the current state of professional wrestling in America. He made a couple of general comments about the current state of the business that could be read as being slightly negative towards the SWF and the Eisen's, though they seemed to me to be just as much directed at Cornell's TCW and Strong's USPW. "You can borrow the set if you want," I offered to Jerry. He shook his head. "No time," he told me. "I should actually get going." "Coming to the show tonight?" Another shake of his head. "Can't. Got some phone calls to make. Negotiations." "Yeah? With who?" Jerry looked over his shoulder, to the empty hallway outside my office. Toni wasn't even at her desk at the moment, so there was no one to overhear. "I'm not supposed to say anything," the elder Eisen son confided in me. "But Sam's kids." That just confused me. Sam Strong's kids? The only kid Sam had was Alicia, and she was unlikely to leave USPW. What the hell role would she take in Supreme, anyway? "Alicia Strong?" "What? No, the Gauge boys." Sam Keith's twin boys. That made a whole lot more sense. "Ah," I nodded, feeling quite stupid. "We going to be able to get them?" Jerry shrugged. "Its not actual negotiations at this point," he admitted. "Just some preliminary talks. But I'm hopeful." "Sam won't try to get them to Total?" "Probably," Jerry admitted. "But to what end? Sam is supposedly close to being done, and he won't have much power once he does retire. Not unless Cornell decides to make him booker and that doesn't seem likely. With Total in the shape its in, I have to think Sam knows it won't be the best place for his boys." "He doesn't hold a grudge over what happened?" "Yes and no," Eisen admitted. "He knows the business. He knows that his boys will get a fair shake here at Supreme. Ash has been treated pretty well, despite everything that happened between dad and John. That's why it was important that dad didn't do anything rash with Jay when the whole Chord shoot interview first came to light." I nodded, agreeing, "Good point." I wanted to ask Jerry why he had left it to me and Vibert to talk Richard out of doing something instead, but I held my tongue. "What about the boys themselves?" I asked. Another shrug. "That's why I'm talking to them tonight. To see what their plans are. I've heard that one of the pair wants to do some work in Japan early, but I'm hoping that's something I can talk him out of." "Good luck," I told Jerry, and I meant it. I would love having Sam Keith's kids to book. Two more central pieces for Generation Supreme. I saw them forming a legendary tag team before going on singles glory, providing the perfect foils to the Bumfhole brothers. A, but to dream. "Yeah, I better get going. Have fun at the show tonight." I nodded and Jerry departed. He had reminded me that it was getting late in the day. I did want to attend the show tonight, so I had better think about getting ready. Especially if I wanted to grab some food first. The thought of eating at the Arena was a bit disgusting. We taped every episode of Generation Supreme at the Supreme Arena now. The idea had actually been Eric Eisen's and it made a ton of sense. The Arena was a wrestling-specific auditorium that was part of the Eisen Center Training Complex. It had been built mainly with Rhode Island Pro Wrestling shows in mind, but it worked perfectly for the GS shows as well. Saved a ton of money on production and travel costs. It also made it very easy to use people we had in development, whether trainers or trainees. We could also count on a solid crowd of local fans who provided a pretty solid atmosphere. A lot of them got the tickets for free, but at least they added something in return. I finished reading the rant about Puerto Rican Power and closed my laptop. As I got ready to leave the office, I couldn't help but wonder if any of those smark's from Grey Dog Wrestling would be at the show tonight? Would I be able to tell? Do they seem any different from the casual average fans? Are there outward signs I could look for? They weren't the fans who would make or break this promotion, I knew that. Yet I couldn't help but want to impress them. To make the knowledge fans happy. That was not the road to success, but could I keep myself from trying regardless? Friday, Week 4, July 2008 Avatar[/quote][/FONT]

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