Ranson Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 Pshh I'm harmless.. Yeah. Pull the other one... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moon_lit_tears Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 Yeah. Pull the other one... I am. I'm actually very shy. That's the truth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShadowedFlames Posted February 1, 2011 Author Share Posted February 1, 2011 Yeah. Pull the other one... I am! And this is my trusted servant, Patsy. We have ridden since... [/Monty Python reference] Gonna try to do this by phone. Short version: playoffs were run Friday in the likely event of no other training PM's. Someone scrapped my plan Saturday night with a PM, had to re-run the entire playoff bracket, in order to accommodate the PM I received. Just what I get for trying to keep a step ahead of my schedule. . Thankfully I was sitting on results before writing anything, so all I lost was the extra time to run matches again. What made it more angst-ridden for me was that at the time of the re-run, I was sitting as League Champion after a 25-minute epic over Moore. As for what the official results are, you'll find out when I post the show! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
masterded Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 I am! And this is my trusted servant, Patsy. We have ridden since... [/Monty Python reference] Gonna try to do this by phone. Short version: playoffs were run Friday in the likely event of no other training PM's. Someone scrapped my plan Saturday night with a PM, had to re-run the entire playoff bracket, in order to accommodate the PM I received. Just what I get for trying to keep a step ahead of my schedule. . Thankfully I was sitting on results before writing anything, so all I lost was the extra time to run matches again. What made it more angst-ridden for me was that at the time of the re-run, I was sitting as League Champion after a 25-minute epic over Moore. As for what the official results are, you'll find out when I post the show! What an evil prick that Saturday PM sender in person who I have no idea who it could be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ranson Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 I am. I'm actually very shy. That's the truth. Shy has nothing to do with fighting dirty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moon_lit_tears Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 Shy has nothing to do with fighting dirty. My name isn't Scott Stevens. I don't fight dirty. Also I know who won. I will tell whoever gives me $200 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jman2k3 Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 My name isn't Scott Stevens. I don't fight dirty. Also I know who won. I will tell whoever gives me $200 It was me. I made a surprise return do to an injury on a participant and won it all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ranson Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 My name isn't Scott Stevens. I don't fight dirty. People who fight dirty lie about it, by definition. That's sort of the point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wrestling Century Posted February 2, 2011 Share Posted February 2, 2011 I can't wait for the play offs! It's going to be awesome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShadowedFlames Posted February 2, 2011 Author Share Posted February 2, 2011 Folks, barring some sort of event that sends me to the hospital (or worse), playoffs WILL be posted tonight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ranson Posted February 2, 2011 Share Posted February 2, 2011 Folks, barring some sort of event that sends me to the hospital (or worse), playoffs WILL be posted tonight. *SCREEEEEE-* *crash* ... "Well, dammit." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShadowedFlames Posted February 3, 2011 Author Share Posted February 3, 2011 *SCREEEEEE-* *crash* ... "Well, dammit." Trust me, the way I feel, a car wreck may actually improve my health at the moment. Anyhow, content! If it seems lackluster, I apologize--I'm fighting illness at the moment. <hr> Season Two, Playoffs Rio de Janeiro, Brazil January 31, 2011 <object width="28" height="25"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JyxBiUbCP8E&hl=en_US&fs=1&rel=0&color1=0x006699&color2=0x54abd6" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="28" height="25"></object> THE LEAGUE: SEASON TWO PLAYOFFS The interior of Estádio do Maracanã is packed full of both video monitors and fans as an announced crowd of 41,218 let their voices be heard in the summer air. Pyro explodes from the roof of the arena, marking the start of the final week of League action this season as we head to ringside and our three-person commentary team. Bob Sinclair: It's the most exciting time of the season, folks...it's playoff time! Welcome back to The League, ladies and gentlemen! Bob Sinclair, sitting at ringside alongside my long-time colleague Frankie Garnett and the host of Beyond Ringside, Tori Montgomery. This is it; by the end of the night one of these six participants will be crowned our second League Champion! Frankie Garnett: I've got my money on Tarik Nolan, Bob. The man has dominated both of the other members of the Gamma Division who are here tonight, I don't see him letting up now, not this close to his goal. Bob Sinclair: Tori? Tori Montgomery: I know I picked Phoenix to win, but I was backstage earlier and it sounds like Phoenix might be a bit under the weather due to the climate change. I still think he's going to walk away with the prize, but it's going to be closer than we originally thought, Bob. Quarterfinal #1: (3) Johnny Triumph v (6) Tarik Nolan Bob Sinclair: In any event, we're waited long enough. Let's go to the voice of the ring, Amelia Williams, to get us underway. <object width="28" height="25"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1plPyJdXKIY?fs=1&hl=en_US&color1=0x2b405b&color2=0x6b8ab6" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="28" height="25"></embed></object> "Regulate" hits the speakers, immediately drawing the ire of the crowd as a large figure stands in the entryway, backlit by a clear spotlight. Pyro explodes on the stage, causing the light to shut off as the figure finally emerges onto the stage proper. Laughing at the boos hurled in his direction, he takes his time walking to the ring and subsequently entering it for his next match. Amelia Williams: This is our opening match of the night, a quarterfinal match scheduled for the best two out of three falls! Introducing first, from Shreveport, Louisiana, weighing 292 pounds...Tarik Nolan! Bob Sinclair: Nolan comes in as the second wild card, but many think that if he can escape the first round, he's got a good shot at the finals. Frankie Garnett: Well, duh! If he wins here, he gets The Phoenix in round two, and Nolan beat Phoenix twice this season! Tori Montgomery: What you're forgetting, Frankie, is that Nolan has to find a way to get to the second round. Triumph's not going to be a pushover. <object width="28" height="25"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cc6rpM7RtB0?fs=1&hl=en_US" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="28" height="25"></embed></object> A remixed version of "Ecstasy of Gold" hits the speakers, which is nearly drowned out in jeers as he emerges from the entryway, a rain of golden sparks falling behind him as he walks to the ring with a confident look on his face. Instead of taking the steps closest to him, he walks around to the opposite side of the ring, drawing in more jeers as he finally climbs the steps and enters the ring. Amelia Williams: His opponent, from Des Moines, Iowa, weighing 228 pounds, he is the Delta Division Champion...Johnny Triumph! Tori Montgomery: I don't know about you gentlemen, but I can feel the electricity in this arena tonight! Frankie Garnett: That's because of all the video feeds, Tori. Tori Montgomery: ...That's not what I meant. Bob Sinclair: Do I have to separate you two already? Tarik Nolan hit the Running Shoulder Block Johnny Triumph blocked the Face Rub. Johnny Triumph recovers and stands up. Tarik Nolan hit the Kick To Gut Tarik Nolan hit the Running Shoulder Block Johnny Triumph blocked the Face Stepping. Johnny Triumph recovers and stands up. Tarik Nolan hit the Eye Gouge Tarik Nolan hit the Headbutt Tarik Nolan hit the Face Stepping The referee warns that that was illegal. Tarik Nolan hit the Fist Drop Tarik Nolan hit the Stomp Johnny Triumph rushed the Power Taunt. Johnny Triumph applied the Front Facelock Johnny Triumph hit the Punch Johnny Triumph hit the Slap To Chest Johnny Triumph applied the Side Headlock Johnny Triumph hit the Eye Gouge Johnny Triumph hit the Slap To Chest Tarik Nolan blocked the Single Leg Trip. Johnny Triumph hit the Eye Gouge The referee warns that that was illegal. Johnny Triumph hit the Punch Johnny Triumph hit the Side Headlock Takedown Johnny Triumph applied the Western Spinning Toe Hold Johnny Triumph hit the Face Stepping Johnny Triumph applied the Arm Bar Johnny Triumph hit the Knee Pull Johnny Triumph applied the Rear Chinlock Johnny Triumph applied the Western Spinning Toe Hold Tarik Nolan slipped out the back of the Single Leg Grapevine. Tarik Nolan hit the Blindside High Knee Tarik Nolan leaves the ring. The referee begins counting the competitors out. Bob Sinclair: Nolan is at hom on the outside of the ring; a countout victory works just as well as a pinfall or submission! Frankie Garnett: Kick his arse, Tarik, I have $3,000 riding on this! Tori Montgomery: ...Seriously, Frankie? Give me a break. Johnny Triumph blocked the Cable Choke Out. Johnny Triumph recovers and stands up. Tarik Nolan hit the Front Slam The referee reaches the halfway point of his count. Tarik Nolan picks up Johnny Triumph from behind. The referee is almost ready to count both competitors out. Tarik Nolan hit the Low Blow The referee is furious at that breach of the rules. Both competitors return to the ring before they are counted out. Tarik Nolan hit the DDT Tarik Nolan hit the Headbutt To Groin Johnny Triumph slipped out of the Mounted Punch Flurry. Johnny Triumph hit the Hammerlock Kick Johnny Triumph hit the Neckbreaker Tarik Nolan slipped out of the Boston Crab. Tarik Nolan hit the Face Plant Tarik Nolan hit the Headbutt To Groin The referee was not happy with that move. Tarik Nolan hit the Mounted Punch Flurry Tarik Nolan picks up Johnny Triumph from behind. Johnny Triumph slipped out of the Regulator. Johnny Triumph hit the Triple Forearm Blow Johnny Triumph applied the Single Leg Grapevine Johnny Triumph picks up Tarik Nolan. Johnny Triumph hit the Hammerlock Kick Tarik Nolan slipped out the back of the Neckbreaker. Johnny Triumph broke the Regulator. Johnny Triumph hit the Gutwrench Suplex Tarik Nolan slipped out the back of the Single Leg Grapevine. Tarik Nolan hit the Released German Suplex Johnny Triumph slipped out of the Headbutt To Groin. Johnny Triumph hit the Triple Forearm Blow Tarik Nolan slipped out of the Camel Clutch. Johnny Triumph blocked the Face Plant. Johnny Triumph blocked the Press Powerslam. This is the second block in a row, and Johnny Triumph takes control. Johnny Triumph hit the Inverted Atomic Drop Johnny Triumph hit the Triple Forearm Blow Tarik Nolan broke the Horns of Victory. Johnny Triumph broke the Stump Piledriver. Johnny Triumph hit the Hammerlock Kick Johnny Triumph hit the Field Goal Low Blow Johnny Triumph looks sharp, he knows that the match has swung in his favour. The referee begins the count... 1! 2! Kick Out Just After Two! Tori Montgomery: Triumph nearly stole one there! Bob Sinclair: It wouldn't be the first time that he would have managed to win by way of underhanded means, that is for certain. Frankie Garnett: Ref! Do something! Tarik Nolan counters by reversing on Johnny Triumph. Tarik Nolan hit the Corner Clothesline Johnny Triumph blocked the Seated Knuckle Punches. Johnny Triumph slipped out the back of the Rear Naked Punch Flurry. Tarik Nolan slipped out of the Neckbreaker. Tarik Nolan hit the Press Powerslam The referee begins the count... 1! Kick Out Just Before The Two! Johnny Triumph blocked the Strong Gut Buster. The Pump Kick was countered into a Kick To Gut. Tarik Nolan counters by reversing on Johnny Triumph. Tarik Nolan hit the Corner Clothesline Tarik Nolan picks up Johnny Triumph from behind. Johnny Triumph blocked the Released German Suplex. Tarik Nolan whips Johnny Triumph to the corner. Tarik Nolan hit the Turnbuckle Smash Tarik Nolan picks up Johnny Triumph. A stalemate happens as neither competitor can take the advantage. Tarik Nolan hit the Running Knee Lift Tarik Nolan hit the Mounted Punch Flurry Johnny Triumph rushed the Slit Throat Motion. Johnny Triumph hit the Inverted Atomic Drop Johnny Triumph hit the Triple Forearm Blow Tarik Nolan blocked the Horns of Victory. Johnny Triumph picks up Tarik Nolan. Johnny Triumph hit the DDT Tarik Nolan blocked the Seated Knuckle Punches. Tarik Nolan slipped out of the Single Leg Grapevine. Tarik Nolan hit the Press Powerslam The referee begins the count... 1! 2! Kick Out! Tarik Nolan hit the Front Slam Tarik Nolan used the Slit Throat Motion Tarik Nolan picks up Johnny Triumph from behind. Johnny Triumph blocked the Released German Suplex. Johnny Triumph broke the Seated Neck Plant. Johnny Triumph hit the Triple Forearm Blow Tarik Nolan broke the Camel Clutch. Tarik Nolan whips Johnny Triumph to the corner. The Pain Train was countered into a Drop Toe Hold. Johnny Triumph takes a moment to rub his sore neck, apparently in pain. Johnny Triumph hit the Seated Knuckle Punches Johnny Triumph has Nolan locked in the Horns of Victory! The referee checks the submission... It seems to be locked in! Will This Be It? It's Still Locked In! The referee has called for the bell! Amelia Williams: The winner of the first fall, at a time of seventeen and a half minutes...Johnny Triumph! Frankie Garnett: Dammit, Nolan, why the heck are you just standing there and letting beat on? Tori Montgomery: Guys, I think Nolan is out on his feet. The ref might want to look into stopping this right here. Bob Sinclair: No, Tori, Nolan says he can press on, and this match continues! Johnny Triumph whips Tarik Nolan to the corner. Tarik Nolan blocked the Tree Of Woe Stomp Flurry. Johnny Triumph hit the Tree Of Woe Dropkick Johnny Triumph has Nolan locked in the Horns of Victory! The referee checks the submission... It seems to be locked in! Will This Be It? It's Still Locked In! The referee has called for the bell! Frankie Garnett: Damn it all to hell! Amelia Williams: Here is your winner, at a time of eighteen minutes and ten seconds, and advancing to the semifinals...Johnny Triumph! Bob Sinclair: Triumph making sure that Sebastian Moore is paying attention after dominating the last minute of the match, Tori! Tori Montgomery: Triumph seems to be more determined than usual, Bob; I think he took a later flight in to minimize his downtime before the playoffs. Frankie Garnett: Well, now I've reached the ABP portion of this show. Quarterfinal #2: (4) Nuclear Templeton v (5) Sean Bob Sinclair: ABP? Frankie Garnett: Anyone but Phoenix. Tori Montgomery: Oy... <object width="28" height="25"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GECit4oSpbk?fs=1&hl=en_US&color1=0x402061&color2=0x9461ca" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="28" height="25"></embed></object> Black Sabbath's classic "Iron Man" hits the arena speakers, as strobe lights begin to flash in the entryway. Fog rolls in from the entrance proper as a figure emerges, walking slowly to the ring and mentally preparing for what's ahead of him. He slides in under the bottom rope and walks over to one of the nearby turnbuckles, leaning up against them as the song fades. Amelia Williams: This is our second quarterfinal match, scheduled for the best two out of three falls! Introducing first, from Charlotte, North Carolina, weighing 230 pounds...Sean! Bob Sinclair: Sean has one advantage that no one else here has, and that is playoff experience. Sean was the third-place finisher last season, so he knows what this atmosphere is like. Tori Montgomery: He's also come up through an incredibly tough Gamma Division, Bob, so if anyone is primed to make an upset, it's this man. Frankie Garnett: Who cares? I'm down three grand! <object width="28" height="25"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-m8InLP2whA?fs=1&hl=en_US" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="28" height="25"></embed></object> Billy Idol's "Shock to the System" hits the speakers, bringing the crowd to their feet in ovation as one of the League's more recognizable faces emerges from backstage and across the green-tinted stage. As he hits the end of the entrance ramp, he throws his arms into the air, sending a pair of mushroom clouds into the air from the stage as he makes his way to the ring and through the ropes. Amelia Williams: His opponentm from Atlantic City, New Jersey, weighing 278 pounds, he is the Alpha Division Champion...Nuclear Templeton! Tori Montgomery: Then maybe you'll learn to stop gambling, you dolt! Bob Sinclair: That's enough, you two. Frankie Garnett: (muttering) She started it... The Forearm Strike was countered into a Punch. Sean hit the Punch Sean hit the Forearm Blow Sean hit the Forearm Strike Nuclear Templeton took the blow, but just shrugs it off and goes on the attack. Nuclear Templeton hit the Headbutt Nuclear Templeton hit the Face Stepping The referee warns that that was illegal. Nuclear Templeton applied the Body Scissors Nuclear Templeton applied the Rear Chinlock Nuclear Templeton picks up Sean. Nuclear Templeton hit the Forearm Strike The Headbutt was countered into a Forearm Blow. Sean hit the Dropkick Nuclear Templeton took the blow, but just shrugs it off and goes on the attack. Nuclear Templeton hit the Bodyslam Nuclear Templeton hit the Face Stepping The referee warns that that was illegal. Nuclear Templeton applied the Choke Hold The referee warns that that was illegal. The Seated Back Dropkick was countered into a Legsweep Kick. Sean hit the Knee Pull Sean hit the Elbow Drop On Knee Nuclear Templeton slipped out the back of the Single Leg Grapevine. Nuclear Templeton applied the Full Nelson Nuclear Templeton hit the Mounted Punch Flurry Sean slipped out the back of the Rear Naked Punch Flurry. Sean hit the Dropkick To Knee Nuclear Templeton slipped out of the Back Suplex. Nuclear Templeton hit the Strong Open Handed Chop A stalemate happens as neither competitor can take the advantage. A stalemate happens as neither competitor can take the advantage. Sean recovers and stands up. Nuclear Templeton hit the Charging Forearm Nuclear Templeton hit the Snap Driving Elbow Nuclear Templeton hit the Rear Naked Punch Flurry The Mounted Punch Flurry was countered into a Low Blow. The referee is furious at that breach of the rules. Sean applied the Single Leg Grapevine Sean hit the Legdrop To Groin The referee warns that that was illegal. Sean picks up Nuclear Templeton. Sean hit the Belly To Belly Suplex Sean applied the Single Leg Grapevine Nuclear Templeton slipped out of the Legdrop To Groin. The Charging Forearm was countered into a Legsweep Snap Pinfall. The referee begins the count... 1! Kick Out! Sean hit the Small Package The referee begins the count... 1! 2! This Could Be It! The referee's hand starts coming down... 3! Frankie Garnett: What the?! Amelia Williams: The winner of the first fall, in a time of six minutes and twenty seconds...Sean! Tori Montgomery: Oh, man, Nuclear looks livid that he lost to such a simple move, guys! Bob Sinclair: Nonetheless, Templeton is behind the 8-ball here, he needs to get past this and focus on the match ahead! Nuclear Templeton blocked the Head And Arm Suplex. Sean hit the Belly To Belly Suplex Nuclear Templeton slipped out the back of the Modified Figure Four Leglock. Nuclear Templeton applied the Full Nelson The Rain of Pain was countered into a Legsweep Kick. Sean climbs the turnbuckles. Nuclear Templeton recovers and stands up. Sean hit the Flying Double Axe Handle Sean hit the Small Package The referee begins the count... 1! 2! Kick Out! Nuclear Templeton moved and the Move of the Night! missed! The Apocalypse Now was countered into a Eye Gouge. Nuclear Templeton broke the Head And Arm Suplex by falling on top. The referee begins the count... 1! 2! Kick Out! Nuclear Templeton hit the Strong Forearm Strike Flurry Nuclear Templeton drags Sean back into the ring. Sean blocked the Apocalypse Now. A stalemate happens as neither competitor can take the advantage. A stalemate happens as neither competitor can take the advantage. Nuclear Templeton hit the Strong Charging Forearm Nuclear Templeton leaves the ring. The referee begins counting the competitors out. Sean slipped out of the Seated Guillotine Choke. Nuclear Templeton moved and the Move of the Night! missed! The referee reaches the halfway point of his count. Sean slipped out of the Apocalypse Now. The referee is almost ready to count both competitors out. Nuclear Templeton blocked the Capture Suplex. Both competitors return to the ring before they are counted out. The Small Package was countered into a Forearm Strike Flurry. Nuclear Templeton picks up Sean. Nuclear Templeton hit the Strong Forearm Strike Flurry Nuclear Templeton climbs the turnbuckles. Nuclear Templeton climbs down off the top rope. Nuclear Templeton drags Sean back into the ring. The Tank Stopper was countered into a Fireman's Carry Takedown. Sean picks up Nuclear Templeton from behind. Sean climbs the turnbuckles. Sean hit the Flying Body Press The referee begins the count... 1! 2! This Could Be It! The referee's hand starts coming down... 3! Amelia Williams: Here is your winner, at a time of eleven minutes and fifty seconds...Sean! Bob Sinclair: And Sean makes quick work of Templeton, leading up to round three this eason between him and his next opponent! Frankie Garnett: Which Sean will win in a hurry. Calling it now. Tori Montgomery: I'm not going to write anyone off yet, guys. Still a long night ahead of us. Semifinal #1: (3) Johnny Triumph v (2) Sebastian Moore Bob Sinclair: Speaking f long nights, it's time for our first semifinal match of the evening. Amelia, take it away! <object width="28" height="25"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cc6rpM7RtB0?fs=1&hl=en_US" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="28" height="25"></embed></object> A remixed version of "Ecstasy of Gold" hits the speakers, which is nearly drowned out in jeers as he emerges from the entryway, a rain of golden sparks falling behind him as he walks to the ring with a confident look on his face. Instead of taking the steps closest to him, he walks around to the opposite side of the ring, drawing in more jeers as he finally climbs the steps and enters the ring. Amelia Williams: This is our first semifinal match, scheduled for the best two out of three falls! Introducing first, from Des Moines, Iowa, weighing 228 pounds, he is the Delta Division champion...Johnny Triumph! Tori Montgomery: Triumph didn't waste much time getting through the opening round, so he is likely in better condition than most may believe. Frankie Garnett: He's still got his work cut out for him, given the track record of his opponent this season. Bob Sinclair: Triumph looks ready, in any event, for his opponent to come out. <object width="28" height="25"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=btjVnTLn6og?fs=1&hl=en_US&color1=0x5d1719&color2=0xcd311b" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="28" height="25"></embed></object> It is to Muse's "Assassin" that he emerges, an arrogant smirk crossing his face as he soaks in the jeers of the crowd. Looking up at the spotlight for a moment, his smirk seems to get even bigger as he walks down the ramp, ignoring the catcalls of the crowd as he ascends the steps, wipes his feet on the apron, and steps through the ropes. Amelia Williams: His opponent, from Manchester, England, weighing 237 pounds, he is the Beta Division Champion...Sebastian Moore! Frankie Garnett: Holy crap, guys, I don't think I've ever seen Moore this focused on a match. Tori Montgomery: He knows what's at stake, Frankie. Bob Sinclair: Moore seems ready to go, looking at the ref impatiently as he waits for the bell...and there it is! Sebastian Moore hit the Punch Sebastian Moore hit the Forearm Blow Sebastian Moore hit the Kick To Thigh Sebastian Moore hit the Punch Sebastian Moore hit the Back Kick Sebastian Moore hit the Side Headlock Takedown Sebastian Moore applied the Rear Chinlock Sebastian Moore applied the Body Scissors Sebastian Moore hit the Knee Pull Sebastian Moore applied the Knee Bar Sebastian Moore hit the Stomp Johnny Triumph slipped out of the Knee Pull. Johnny Triumph hit the Punch Johnny Triumph applied the Front Facelock Johnny Triumph hit the Running Clothesline Johnny Triumph hit the Face Stepping Johnny Triumph hit the Knee Pull Johnny Triumph hit the Stomp Johnny Triumph applied the Arm Bar Johnny Triumph hit the Face Stepping Johnny Triumph hit the Knee Pull Sebastian Moore broke the Choke Hold. Sebastian Moore hit the Punch Johnny Triumph took the blow, but just shrugs it off and goes on the attack. Johnny Triumph hit the Eye Gouge The referee warns that that was illegal. Johnny Triumph hit the Triple Forearm Blow Sebastian Moore broke the Single Leg Grapevine by reaching the ropes. Sebastian Moore blocked the Vertical Suplex. Johnny Triumph hit the Hammerlock Kick Johnny Triumph hit the Neckbreaker Sebastian Moore counters by fighting back. Sebastian Moore hit the Triple Forearm Blow Sebastian Moore applied the Single Leg Grapevine Johnny Triumph slipped out of the Mounted Punch Flurry. The Triple Forearm Blow was countered into a Single Arm Bar Takedown. Sebastian Moore hit the Corkscrew Legdrop Johnny Triumph slipped out of the Rear Naked Punch Flurry. The Forearm Strike Flurry was countered into a Punch. Sebastian Moore hit the Leg Lariat Sebastian Moore used the La Magistral Cradle The referee begins the count... 1! Kick Out! Bob Sinclair: Moore trying to take a page out of Sean's book there and win with a surprising move, but it was not happening that time. Frankie Garnett: Of course, not everyone is as stupid as Templeton, Bob! Tori Montgomery: If he comes out here, Frankie, I'm going to sit and laugh when he decapitates you. Sebastian Moore hit the DDT Johnny Triumph slipped out of the Mounted Punch Flurry. Johnny Triumph hit the Vertical Suplex Sebastian Moore blocked the Bow And Arrow Lock. Johnny Triumph picks up Sebastian Moore from behind. Sebastian Moore blocked the Hammerlock Kick. Sebastian Moore blocked the Snap Backbreaker. This is the second block in a row, and Sebastian Moore takes control. Sebastian Moore hit the Triple Forearm Blow Johnny Triumph blocked the Kneeling Kick Rush. Sebastian Moore picks up Johnny Triumph. Sebastian Moore hit the Leg Lariat Sebastian Moore picks up Johnny Triumph. Sebastian Moore hit the Triple Kick Combo Johnny Triumph broke the Camel Clutch. Johnny Triumph hit the Vertical Suplex Johnny Triumph picks up Sebastian Moore. Sebastian Moore blocked the Hammerlock Kick. Johnny Triumph hit the Forearm Strike Flurry Johnny Triumph applied the Single Leg Grapevine Sebastian Moore broke the Horns of Victory. Sebastian Moore hit the S.T.O. Sebastian Moore applied the Single Leg Grapevine Sebastian Moore picks up Johnny Triumph. Johnny Triumph slipped out the back of the Chonan Lock. Sebastian Moore blocked the Wheel Barrow Suplex. Johnny Triumph whips Sebastian Moore to the corner. Sebastian Moore blocked the Tree Of Woe Stomp Flurry. Johnny Triumph hit the Corner Clothesline Johnny Triumph hit the Triple Forearm Blow Johnny Triumph has Moore locked in the Horns of Victory! The referee checks the submission... It seems to be locked in! Will This Be It? It's Still Locked In! The referee has called for the bell! Amelia Williams: The winner of the first fall, in a time of eleven minutes and twenty seconds...Johnny Triumph! Tori Montgomery: Guys, I don't think Triumph is done yet! Johnny Triumph hit the Slingshot Suplex The referee begins the count... 1! 2! This Could Be It! The referee's hand starts coming down... 3! Amelia Williams: Here is your winner, at a time of eleven minutes and forty seconds...Johnny Triumph! Frankie Garnett: Damn, Triumph is being serious tonight, folks! He is just becoming a machine here! Bob Sinclair: Triumph secures a spot in the finals, but who will his opponent be? Semifinal #2: (5) Sean v (1) The Phoenix Tori Montgomery: We're about to find out. Amelia? <object width="28" height="25"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GECit4oSpbk?fs=1&hl=en_US&color1=0x402061&color2=0x9461ca" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="28" height="25"></embed></object> Black Sabbath's classic "Iron Man" hits the arena speakers, as strobe lights begin to flash in the entryway. Fog rolls in from the entrance proper as a figure emerges, walking slowly to the ring and mentally preparing for what's ahead of him. He slides in under the bottom rope and walks over to one of the nearby turnbuckles, leaning up against them as the song fades. Amelia Williams: This is our second semifinal contest, scheduled for the best two out of three falls! Introducing first, from Charlotte, North Carolina, weighing 230 pounds...Sean! Bob Sinclair: This is going to be a good match; both men know each other extremely well after this season. Tori Montgomery: But this is the most important match of the three, Bob. The winner here has a shot at the League Championship! Frankie Garnett: Sean, I beg you, beat this fool in five minutes. Please! <object width="28" height="25"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=avPSzGVCPH0?fs=1&hl=en_US&color1=0xe1600f&color2=0xfebd01" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="28" height="25"></embed></object> The opening chords of "The Instinct" hit as the entryway is bathed in a fiery orange light. Twin pillars of flame erupt from the entrance stage, one per side, as The League's largest member walks to the ring. As he approaches the steps, he pauses, bowing his head for a few seconds before taking a deep breath and releasing a shout to the skies above as he climbs onto the apron and steps between the ropes. Amelia Williams: His opponent, from the End of Nowhere, weighing 337 pounds, he is the Gamma Division Champion...this is The Phoenix! Frankie Garnett: And so the cheater emerges— Tori Montgomery: Phoenix is a true comeback story this season, coming back from dead last a season ago to claim the #1 playoff seed this season. Bob Sinclair: There are some who say it is Phoenix's destiny to win the Championship this year; this will be his first hurdle tonight! The Phoenix hit the Forearm Blow The Phoenix hit the Side Headlock Takedown The Phoenix hit the Elbow Drop On Knee The Phoenix hit the Knee Pull The Phoenix hit the Elbow Drop The Phoenix applied the Western Spinning Toe Hold The Phoenix hit the Stomp The Phoenix hit the Elbow Drop On Knee Sean slipped out the back of the Arm Bar. The Phoenix broke the Rear Amateur Takedown. The Phoenix hit the Forearm Blow The Phoenix hit the Triple Forearm Blow The Phoenix picks up Sean. Sean slipped out of the Vertical Suplex. Sean hit the Punch Sean hit the Forearm Blow Sean hit the Forearm Strike Sean hit the Headbutt The Phoenix took the blow, but just shrugs it off and goes on the attack. The Forearm Strike Flurry was countered into a Forearm Blow. Sean hit the Legsweep Kick Sean hit the Knee Pull The Phoenix broke the Western Spinning Toe Hold. The Phoenix hit the Side Explosion Suplex Sean counters by fighting back. Sean applied the Front Facelock Sean hit the Forearm Strike Sean hit the Punch Sean hit the Side Headlock Takedown Sean hit the Knee Pull The Phoenix broke the Western Spinning Toe Hold by reaching the ropes. Sean hit the Forearm Strike The Phoenix took the blow, but just shrugs it off and goes on the attack. The Phoenix hit the Vertical Suplex The Phoenix picks up Sean from behind. The Phoenix hit the Hammerlock Shoulder Breaker The Phoenix picks up Sean. The Phoenix hit the Triple Forearm Blow The Phoenix picks up Sean. The Phoenix hit the Side Explosion Suplex The Rear Crossface Blows was countered into a Low Blow. The referee is furious at that breach of the rules. Frankie Garnett: There you go, Sean! Whatever it takes! Bob Sinclair: Sean with a decidedly underhanded move there, enough to halt Phoenix's momentum. Tori Montgomery: Sean needs to be careful or else he'll be disqualified! Sean applied the Single Leg Grapevine Sean hit the Legdrop To Groin The referee warns that that was illegal. The Phoenix slipped out of the Rear Naked Punch Flurry. The Phoenix hit the Triple Forearm Blow Sean broke the Eternal Requiem by reaching the ropes. The Phoenix hit the Capture Suplex The Phoenix climbs the turnbuckles. The Phoenix waits as Sean stands. The Phoenix hit the Flying Double Axe Handle The Phoenix picks up Sean from behind. Sean slipped out of the Side Explosion Suplex. The Phoenix moved and the Dropkick To Knee missed! The Phoenix hit the Slingshot Suplex The referee begins the count... 1! 2! Kick Out! The Phoenix hit the Capture Suplex Sean slipped out of the Eternal Requiem. Sean hit the Gutwrench Suplex Sean applied the Single Leg Grapevine Sean hit the Seated Back Dropkick Sean picks up The Phoenix. Sean hit the Gutwrench Suplex Sean hit the Legdrop To Groin The referee warns that that was illegal. The Phoenix broke the Single Leg Grapevine by reaching the ropes. Sean hit the Dropkick To Knee Sean climbs the turnbuckles. Sean hit the Flying Body Press Sean looks sharp, he knows that the match has swung in his favour. The referee begins the count... 1! 2! Kick Out! The Phoenix moved and the Move of the Night! missed! Sean broke the Slingshot Suplex by falling on top. The referee begins the count... 1! Kick Out! Sean climbs the turnbuckles. The Phoenix moved and the Flying Body Press missed! The Phoenix picks up Sean from behind. The Phoenix hit the Side Explosion Suplex The Phoenix picks up Sean. The Phoenix hit the Capture Suplex Sean slipped out the back of the Eternal Requiem. Sean hit the Dropkick To Knee The Phoenix counters by reversing on Sean. The referee gets accidentally knocked down and out. Frankie Garnett: Let chaos ensue! Bet the holy hell out of him, Sean! Tori Montgomery: Phoenix just needs to simply survive until the ref comes to, and he should be fine. Bob Sinclair: Not if Sean has his way, Tori... The Phoenix hit the Roundhouse Punch The Camel Clutch was countered into a Low Blow. The Phoenix slipped out of the Modified Figure Four Leglock. The Phoenix hit the Slingshot Suplex Sean slipped out the back of the Eternal Requiem. Sean climbs the turnbuckles. The Phoenix rushed the Flying Body Press. Sean broke the Belly To Belly Superplex. The Phoenix counters by kicking Sean away. The Flying Double Axe Handle was countered into a Dropkick. Sean picks up The Phoenix from behind. Sean climbs the turnbuckles. Sean hit the Flying Double Axe Handle The Phoenix broke the Small Package by falling on top. The referee cannot count the pinfall as he is down. Sean recovers and stands up. The Phoenix throws Sean to ringside. The Phoenix leaves the ring. The Eternal Requiem was countered into a Low Blow. The referee recovers and takes charge of the match again. Sean applied the Modified Figure Four Leglock The referee begins counting the competitors out. Sean picks up The Phoenix. And Sean hits the Move of the Night! ...Seriously, Bob? It's a Superkick. The referee reaches the halfway point of his count. The Phoenix blocked the Modified Figure Four Leglock. The referee is almost ready to count both competitors out. Sean rolls The Phoenix back into the ring. The Phoenix slipped out of the Modified Figure Four Leglock. The Phoenix hit the Slingshot Suplex The referee begins the count... 1! 2! Kick Out! The Triple Forearm Blow was countered into a Legsweep Snap Pinfall. The referee begins the count... 1! Kick Out! A stalemate happens as neither competitor can take the advantage. The Phoenix broke the Small Package. The Phoenix hit the Capture Suplex The Phoenix is struggling, trying to...yes! He has the Eternal Requiem locked in! The referee checks the submission... It seems to be locked in! Will This Be It? It's Still Locked In! No, there is the escape! Tori Montgomery: How did Sean get out of that? It looked to me like Phoenix had it locked in tight! Frankie Garnett: Because Phoenix sucks, that's why. Bob Sinclair: Still, the damage has to have been done; can Phoenix capitalize? Sean broke the Slingshot Suplex by falling on top. The referee begins the count... 1! Kick Out Just Before The Two! The Phoenix counters by reversing on Sean. Sean slipped out the back of the Tree Of Woe Stomp Flurry. Sean hit the Neckbreaker Sean applied the Modified Figure Four Leglock The referee checks the submission... It seems to be locked in! Will This Be It? It's Still Locked In! The referee has called for the bell! Amelia Williams: The winner of the first fall, in a time of eighteen and a half minutes...Sean! Frankie Garnett: Yes! One more, Sean! Finish off this tubby excuse of a wrestler! Tori Montgomery: With Sean being able to slip out of the Eternal Requiem, that has to play a factor in Phoenix's mindset, Bob. Bob Sinclair: Indeed, Tori. He's going to need to win two straight and get back on the attack in a hurry here. Sean hit the Dropkick To Knee The Phoenix moved and the Move of the Night! missed! Sean blocked the Capture Suplex. Sean slipped out of the Vertical Suplex. Sean hit the Gutwrench Suplex Sean picks up The Phoenix. The Dropkick To Knee was countered into a Single Leg Trip. The Phoenix picks up Sean from behind. The Phoenix grimaces as he walks, his knee may have been hurt. Sean slipped out the back of the Dream Hold. The Phoenix counters by reversing on Sean. The Phoenix hit the Corner Clothesline Sean counters by fighting back. Sean hit the Small Package The referee begins the count... 1! 2! Kick Out Just After Two! The Move of the Night just got The Phoenix's and the audience's attention! The referee begins the count... 1! 2! This Could Be It! The referee's hand starts coming down... 3! Frankie Garnett: YES! Amelia Williams: Here is your winner, at a time of twenty-one minutes even...Sean! Bob Sinclair: And Sean pulls off what many would consider an upset, Tori! Tori Montgomery: That's the playoff experience for you—he knew not to get frustrated and took advantage. It'll be Triumph and Sean in the finals! Frankie Garnett: I told you guys, anyone but Phoenix! I told you! 5th Place Consolation: (6) Tarik Nolan v (4) Nuclear Templeton Bob Sinclair: No one likes a braggart, Frankie. Frankie Garnett: I don't care! Phoenix isn't winning, and all is right with the world! Tori Montgomery: Can we cut his microphone off and head to the ring already? Bob Sinclair: Good idea. <object width="28" height="25"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1plPyJdXKIY?fs=1&hl=en_US&color1=0x2b405b&color2=0x6b8ab6" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="28" height="25"></embed></object> "Regulate" hits the speakers, immediately drawing the ire of the crowd as a large figure stands in the entryway, backlit by a clear spotlight. Pyro explodes on the stage, causing the light to shut off as the figure finally emerges onto the stage proper. Laughing at the boos hurled in his direction, he takes his time walking to the ring and subsequently entering it for his next match. Amelia Williams: This is a fifth-place consolation match, scheduled for the best two out of three falls! Introducing first, from Shreveport, Louisiana, weighing 292 pounds...Tarik Nolan! Frankie Garnett: Here comes the victim of a travesty of justice— Tori Montgomery: Seriously, Frankie, give it up. You lost your bet, so suck it up and call the match. Bob Sinclair: Thank you, Tori. <object width="28" height="25"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-m8InLP2whA?fs=1&hl=en_US" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="28" height="25"></embed></object> Billy Idol's "Shock to the System" hits the speakers, bringing the crowd to their feet in ovation as one of the League's more recognizable faces emerges from backstage and across the green-tinted stage. As he hits the end of the entrance ramp, he throws his arms into the air, sending a pair of mushroom clouds into the air from the stage as he makes his way to the ring and through the ropes. Amelia Williams: His opponent, from Atlantic City, New Jersey, weighing 278 pounds...Nuclear Templeton! Bob Sinclair: Templeton was essentially embarrassed by Sean in the first round, and looks to take out his anger on Nolan here. Frankie Garnett: Not happening. Nolan's going to make this quick. Tori Montgomery: I disagree. I think Templeton's got the edge here. Tarik Nolan moved and the Headbutt missed! Tarik Nolan hit the European Uppercut Tarik Nolan hit the Face Rub Tarik Nolan hit the Fist Drop Nuclear Templeton broke the Face Stepping. Nuclear Templeton hit the Elbow Blow Tarik Nolan took the blow, but just shrugs it off and goes on the attack. Tarik Nolan hit the Toss To Corner Tarik Nolan hit the Turnbuckle Smash Tarik Nolan hit the Face Stepping The referee warns that that was illegal. Nuclear Templeton moved and the Seated Kick missed! Nuclear Templeton hit the Knife Edge Chop Tarik Nolan took the blow, but just shrugs it off and goes on the attack. The Eye Gouge was countered into a Knife Edge Chop. Tarik Nolan blocked the Backbreaker. Nuclear Templeton hit the Forearm Strike Tarik Nolan took the blow, but just shrugs it off and goes on the attack. Tarik Nolan hit the Toss To Corner Tarik Nolan hit the Ten Turnbuckle Smashes Tarik Nolan hit the Punch Nuclear Templeton broke the Toss To Corner. Nuclear Templeton hit the Headbutt Tarik Nolan took the blow, but just shrugs it off and goes on the attack. Tarik Nolan hit the Headbutt Nuclear Templeton took the blow, but just shrugs it off and goes on the attack. Nuclear Templeton hit the Elbow Blow Nuclear Templeton hit the Knife Edge Chop Nuclear Templeton hit the Strong Knife Edge Chop Nuclear Templeton hit the Forearm Strike Flurry Nuclear Templeton hit the Charging Forearm Nuclear Templeton hit the Snap Driving Elbow The Seated Dropkick was countered into a Low Blow. The referee is furious at that breach of the rules. Tarik Nolan hit the Mounted Punch Flurry Nuclear Templeton slipped out of the Rear Naked Punch Flurry. Nuclear Templeton hit the Strong Open Handed Chop Nuclear Templeton hit the Snap Driving Elbow Tarik Nolan counters by fighting back. Tarik Nolan applied the Bear Hug Tarik Nolan hit the Face Plant Nuclear Templeton moved and the Running Knee Lift missed! Nuclear Templeton hit the Flying Knee Strike Nuclear Templeton picks up Tarik Nolan. A stalemate happens as neither competitor can take the advantage. The Strong Forearm Strike Flurry was countered into a Shooter Takedown. Tarik Nolan hit the Headbutt To Groin The referee was not happy with that move. Nuclear Templeton slipped out of the Rear Naked Punch Flurry. A stalemate happens as neither competitor can take the advantage. The Charging Forearm was countered into a Toss To Corner. Tarik Nolan hit the Corner Stomp Flurry Tarik Nolan picks up Nuclear Templeton. Tarik Nolan hit the Pump Kick The referee begins the count... 1! 2! Kick Out! Frankie Garnett: Come on, ref, that was a slow count! Bob Sinclair: What? You don't know the first thing about refereeing, Frankie! Frankie Garnett: Doesn't matter, it was a slow count! Tori Montgomery: Good grief.... Tarik Nolan whips Nuclear Templeton to the corner. Nuclear Templeton slipped out of the Corner Stomp Flurry. A stalemate happens as neither competitor can take the advantage. Nuclear Templeton connects with a shot that could stop a tank, Frankie! Tarik Nolan slipped out of the Rain of Pain. Nuclear Templeton slipped out the back of the Press Powerslam. And Nuclear Templeton gets Nolan up in the Torture Rack! The referee checks the submission... It seems to be locked in! Will This Be It? It's Still Locked In! The referee has called for the bell! Amelia Williams: The winner of the first fall, in a time of eight minutes and fifty seconds...Nuclear Templeton! Tori Montgomery: And Templeton is one fall away from at least ending the season on a higher note than expected! Frankie Garnett: Crooked official! Tarik would never give up to— Bob Sinclair: Frankie, so help me if you don't stop this conspiracy stuff I'm going to slap you myself. Nuclear Templeton hit the Strong Charging Forearm Nuclear Templeton leaves the ring. The referee begins counting the competitors out. Tarik Nolan slipped out of the Rain of Pain. Nuclear Templeton blocked the Face Plant. The referee reaches the halfway point of his count. Tarik Nolan hit the Pump Kick The referee is almost ready to count both competitors out. Tarik Nolan picks up Nuclear Templeton from behind. Both competitors return to the ring before they are counted out. Tarik Nolan hit the Press Powerslam The referee begins the count... 1! 2! Kick Out Just After Two! The Axe Kick was countered into a Flying Knee Strike. Tarik Nolan slipped out of the Seated Knuckle Punches. Tarik Nolan climbs the turnbuckles. Tarik Nolan hit the Flying Double Axe Handle Tarik Nolan picks up Nuclear Templeton. Tarik Nolan hit the Press Powerslam The referee begins the count... 1! Kick Out Just Before The Two! Tarik Nolan whips Nuclear Templeton to the corner. Nuclear Templeton moved and the Pain Train missed! A stalemate happens as neither competitor can take the advantage. Tarik Nolan moved and the Strong Forearm Strike Flurry missed! Tarik Nolan takes a moment to rub his sore neck, apparently in pain. The Pump Kick was countered into a Power Surge. The referee begins the count... 1! Kick Out Just Before The Two! A stalemate happens as neither competitor can take the advantage. A stalemate happens as neither competitor can take the advantage. The Strong Charging Forearm was countered into a Face Plant. Tarik Nolan hit the Mounted Punch Flurry Nuclear Templeton blocked the Seated Knuckle Punches. Tarik Nolan climbs the turnbuckles. Nuclear Templeton recovers and stands up. Tarik Nolan hit the Flying Double Axe Handle Tarik Nolan hit the Rear Naked Punch Flurry Nuclear Templeton rushed the Slit Throat Motion. Nuclear Templeton hit the Strong Forearm Strike Flurry Nuclear Templeton drags Tarik Nolan back into the ring. AAAAAARMAAAAAGEDDDOOOOOON LAAAAAAAARRRIIIIAAAAAAAATOOOOOO!!!!! The referee begins the count... 1! 2! This Could Be It! Kick Out At Two-And-A-Half! Frankie Garnett: That's what I'm talking about, Tarik! Make him pay! Tori Montgomery: Bob, his man-crush is starting to worry me. Bob Sinclair: You get used to it...well, that or you learn to just ignore him. Nuclear Templeton takes a moment to rub his sore neck, apparently in pain. The Tank Stopper was countered into a Punch. Nuclear Templeton blocked the Press Powerslam. The Pump Kick was countered into a Charging Forearm. Tarik Nolan blocked the Rain of Pain. Tarik Nolan moved and the Snap Driving Elbow missed! Tarik Nolan picks up Nuclear Templeton. Nuclear Templeton broke the Strong Gut Buster by falling on top. The referee begins the count... 1! Kick Out Just Before The Two! The Strong Charging Forearm was countered into a Spear. The referee begins the count... 1! Kick Out Just Before The Two! A stalemate happens as neither competitor can take the advantage. Tarik Nolan hit the Press Powerslam The referee begins the count... 1! 2! Kick Out! Tarik Nolan hit the Front Slam Tarik Nolan hit the Seated Knuckle Punches Nuclear Templeton is busted open. The referee was not happy with that move. Tarik Nolan climbs the turnbuckles. Tarik Nolan hit the Second Rope Fist Drop Tarik Nolan picks up Nuclear Templeton from behind. Nuclear Templeton slipped out of the Regulator. AAAAAARMAAAAAGEDDDOOOOOON LAAAAAAAARRRIIIIAAAAAAAATOOOOOO!!!!! The referee begins the count... 1! 2! This Could Be It! The referee's hand starts coming down... 3! Amelia Williams: Here is your winner, at a time of seventeen minutes and fifty seconds...Nuclear Templeton! Tori Montgomery: And Templeton walks away with a little bit of his pride intact, though you know he was hoping to be in the finals. Frankie Garnett: What about that fast count to end the match?! Does no one care about— 3rd Place Consolation Match: (2) Sebastian Moore vs (1) The Phoenix Bob Sinclair: No, Frankie. We don't. <object width="28" height="25"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=btjVnTLn6og?fs=1&hl=en_US&color1=0x5d1719&color2=0xcd311b" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="28" height="25"></embed></object> It is to Muse's "Assassin" that he emerges, an arrogant smirk crossing his face as he soaks in the jeers of the crowd. Looking up at the spotlight for a moment, his smirk seems to get even bigger as he walks down the ramp, ignoring the catcalls of the crowd as he ascends the steps, wipes his feet on the apron, and steps through the ropes. Amelia Williams: This is a third-place consolation match, scheduled for the best two out of three falls! Introducing first, from Manchester, England, weighing 237 pounds...Sebastian Moore! Tori Montgomery: This is not the result Moore was expecting coming in to tonight, gentlemen. Bob Sinclair: Nonetheless, his night is far from over as we await his opponent. Frankie Garnett: The cheater... <object width="28" height="25"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=avPSzGVCPH0?fs=1&hl=en_US&color1=0xe1600f&color2=0xfebd01" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="28" height="25"></embed></object> The opening chords of "The Instinct" hit as the entryway is bathed in a fiery orange light. Twin pillars of flame erupt from the entrance stage, one per side, as The League's largest member walks to the ring. As he approaches the steps, he pauses, bowing his head for a few seconds before taking a deep breath and releasing a shout to the skies above as he climbs onto the apron and steps between the ropes. Amelia Williams: His opponent, from the End of Nowhere, weighing 337 pounds...this is The Phoenix! Bob Sinclair: So, Tori, your impression of Phoenix's comeback run? Tori Montgomery: I'll be interested to see if I continues next season, especially with his wife coming to join him in his corner. Frankie Garnett: And that's not an unfair advantage how? Bob Sinclair: Frankie, give it a rest. The Phoenix applied the Front Facelock The Phoenix hit the Forearm Blow The Phoenix hit the Punch The Kick To Gut was countered into a Shooter Takedown. Sebastian Moore hit the Knee Pull The Phoenix broke the Western Spinning Toe Hold. The Phoenix applied the Side Headlock The Phoenix hit the Punch The Phoenix hit the Forearm Blow The Phoenix hit the Forearm Strike The Phoenix hit the Single Leg Trip Sebastian Moore slipped out of the Knee Pull. Sebastian Moore hit the Punch The Phoenix blocked the Side Headlock Takedown. Sebastian Moore hit the Forearm Strike A stalemate happens as neither competitor can take the advantage. Sebastian Moore hit the Side Headlock Takedown Sebastian Moore hit the Stomp The Phoenix blocked the Elbow Drop On Knee. The Phoenix recovers and stands up. Sebastian Moore hit the Back Kick Sebastian Moore hit the Forearm Blow The Punch was countered into a Side Headlock Takedown. Sebastian Moore moved and the Elbow Drop missed! Sebastian Moore applied the Body Scissors Sebastian Moore hit the Knee Pull Sebastian Moore hit the Stomp Sebastian Moore hit the Elbow Drop On Knee Sebastian Moore looks sharp, he knows that the match has swung in his favour. Sebastian Moore hit the Knee Pull Sebastian Moore hit the Rear Naked Punch Flurry Sebastian Moore hit the Mounted Punch Flurry Sebastian Moore applied the Single Leg Grapevine Sebastian Moore hit the Rear Crossface Blows Sebastian Moore hit the Mounted Punch Flurry The Phoenix slipped out the back of the Single Leg Grapevine. The Phoenix hit the Forearm To Back Of Head The Phoenix applied the Top Wrist Lock The Phoenix hit the Punch The Phoenix hit the Triple Forearm Blow The Phoenix applied the American Figure Four Leglock The Phoenix applied the Single Leg Boston Crab Sebastian Moore slipped out of the Rear Crossface Blows. The Phoenix broke the Short Arm Clothesline. The Phoenix hit the Vertical Suplex The Phoenix picks up Sebastian Moore. Sebastian Moore moved and the Forearm Strike Flurry missed! A stalemate happens as neither competitor can take the advantage. Sebastian Moore hit the Leg Lariat The Phoenix broke the Single Leg Grapevine by reaching the ropes. A stalemate happens as neither competitor can take the advantage. Sebastian Moore hit the DDT The Phoenix blocked the Kneeling Kick Rush. The Phoenix counters by fighting back. The Triple Forearm Blow was countered into a Side Headlock Takedown. Sebastian Moore picks up The Phoenix. Sebastian Moore hit the Leg Lariat Sebastian Moore applied the Camel Clutch The referee checks the submission... It seems to be locked in! Escaped! Frankie Garnett: Again, when was the last time that move won a match? Bob Sinclair: 1987, Frankie. I looked it up. Frankie Garnett: ...oh. Tori Montgomery: Heh, Frankie got owned! The Chonan Lock was countered into a Forearm Strike. The Vertical Suplex was countered into a Sunset Flip. The referee begins the count... 1! Kick Out! Sebastian Moore hit the Triple Kick Combo Sebastian Moore picks up The Phoenix. The Phoenix moved and the Chonan Lock missed! The Roundhouse Punch was countered into a Shooter Takedown. Sebastian Moore applied the Camel Clutch The referee checks the submission... It seems to be locked in! Escaped! Sebastian Moore hit the Triple Forearm Blow Sebastian Moore picks up The Phoenix. A stalemate happens as neither competitor can take the advantage. Sebastian Moore hit the Triple Kick Combo Sebastian Moore hit the Kneeling Kick Rush Sebastian Moore picks up The Phoenix. Sebastian Moore hit the Triple Forearm Blow The Phoenix slipped out of the Single Leg Grapevine. The Phoenix takes a moment to rub his sore neck, apparently in pain. The Phoenix hit the Triple Forearm Blow Sebastian Moore blocked the Single Leg Boston Crab. Sebastian Moore slipped out of the Rear Crossface Blows. Sebastian Moore with the takedown, and he has that Chonan Lock on tight, Frankie! The referee checks the submission... It seems to be locked in! Will This Be It? It's Still Locked In! The referee has called for the bell! Amelia Williams: The winner of the first fall, at a time of twelve minutes and twenty seconds...Sebastian Moore! Frankie Garnett: There we go! One more, Sebastian! Put this guy away1 Sebastian Moore hit the Triple Kick Combo The Phoenix blocked the Camel Clutch. Sebastian Moore picks up The Phoenix. The Triple Forearm Blow was countered into a Fireman's Spin. The Phoenix picks up Sebastian Moore. The Phoenix hit the Roundhouse Punch Sebastian Moore blocked the Capture Suplex. The Slingshot Suplex was countered into a Dropkick. Sebastian Moore hit the Corkscrew Legdrop Sebastian Moore picks up The Phoenix. The Triple Kick Combo was countered into a Single Leg Boston Crab. The Phoenix applied the Camel Clutch The referee checks the submission... It seems to be locked in! Escaped! The Phoenix hit the Capture Suplex The Phoenix picks up Sebastian Moore. The Phoenix throws Sebastian Moore to ringside. The Phoenix leaves the ring. The referee begins counting the competitors out. The Phoenix picks up Sebastian Moore from behind. Sebastian Moore slipped out the back of the Side Explosion Suplex. The referee reaches the halfway point of his count. The Phoenix blocked the Chonan Lock. The referee is almost ready to count both competitors out. Sebastian Moore drags The Phoenix back into the ring. Sebastian Moore hit the Triple Forearm Blow Sebastian Moore picks up The Phoenix. The Chonan Lock was countered into a Forearm Strike Flurry. Sebastian Moore can hear the faint whispers of the Eternal Requiem trying to claim him! The referee checks the submission... It seems to be locked in! Will This Be It? It's Still Locked In! The referee has called for the bell! Amelia Williams: The winner of the second fall, at a time of sixteen minutes and twenty seconds...The Phoenix! Tori Montgomery: It's not over yet, Frankie! Phoenix still has life left in him! Bob Sinclair: And now we'll find out who wants it more! The Phoenix hit the Capture Suplex Sebastian Moore broke the Camel Clutch. Sebastian Moore hit the Gutwrench Suplex Sebastian Moore picks up The Phoenix. Sebastian Moore hit the Triple Kick Combo Sebastian Moore picks up The Phoenix. The Phoenix moved and the Chonan Lock missed! A stalemate happens as neither competitor can take the advantage. Sebastian Moore blocked the Capture Suplex. The Phoenix hit the Vertical Suplex Sebastian Moore can hear the faint whispers of the Eternal Requiem trying to claim him! The referee checks the submission... It seems to be locked in! Will This Be It? It's Still Locked In! The referee has called for the bell! Amelia Williams: Here is your winner, at a time of eighteen minutes and ten seconds...The Phoenix! Frankie Garnett: Blasphemy! Tori Montgomery: And Phoenix ends his season just one win shy of a League Championship...he's on my list of favorites next season, guys. Bob Sinclair: After the run he had this season, Tori, no one in their right mind can blame you for that. Frankie Garnett: I can! CHAMPIONSHIP: (5) Sean vs (3) Johnny Triumph Bob Sinclair: Hence, "in their right mind." Frankie Garnett: ...hey! The bell sounds. Amelia Williams: Ladies and gentlemen, this match, scheduled for the best two out of three falls, is for the League Championship! <object width="28" height="25"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GECit4oSpbk?fs=1&hl=en_US&color1=0x402061&color2=0x9461ca" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="28" height="25"></embed></object> Black Sabbath's classic "Iron Man" hits the arena speakers, as strobe lights begin to flash in the entryway. Fog rolls in from the entrance proper as a figure emerges, walking slowly to the ring and mentally preparing for what's ahead of him. He slides in under the bottom rope and walks over to one of the nearby turnbuckles, leaning up against them as the song fades. Amelia Williams: Introducing first, from Charlotte, North Carolina, weighing 230 pounds...Sean! Bob Sinclair: It would be a feather in Sean's cap to walk away with the Championship after being bounced early in the playoffs last season. Frankie Garnett: I don't care who wins, my pick is gone and Phoenix lost, so I'm just going to watch! Tori Montgomery: Pair of submission wrestlers meeting in the finals, this could be quite interesting. <object width="28" height="25"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cc6rpM7RtB0?fs=1&hl=en_US" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="28" height="25"></embed></object> A remixed version of "Ecstasy of Gold" hits the speakers, which is nearly drowned out in jeers as he emerges from the entryway, a rain of golden sparks falling behind him as he walks to the ring with a confident look on his face. Instead of taking the steps closest to him, he walks around to the opposite side of the ring, drawing in more jeers as he finally climbs the steps and enters the ring. Amelia Williams: His opponent, from Des Moines, Iowa, weighing 228 pounds...Johnny Triumph! Tori Montgomery: Guys, 'm going to go out on a limb here and say that Triumph walks away with this one. Frankie Garnett: $100 says you're wrong! Bob Sinclair: Frankie, seriously, knock it— Tori Montgomery: Done, if it will shut you up, Frankie. Bob Sinclair: Oh, boy. The Eye Gouge was countered into a Legsweep Kick. Sean hit the Stomp Sean applied the Western Spinning Toe Hold Sean hit the Knee Pull Sean hit the Seated Back Kick Sean hit the Elbow Drop On Knee Sean hit the Knee Pull Johnny Triumph moved and the Knee Drop missed! The Knee Pull was countered into a Legsweep Kick. Sean applied the Arm Bar Sean hit the Legdrop To Groin Johnny Triumph slipped out of the Rear Naked Punch Flurry. Johnny Triumph applied the Side Headlock Johnny Triumph hit the Slap To Chest Johnny Triumph hit the Eye Gouge Johnny Triumph hit the Punch Johnny Triumph hit the Knife Edge Chop Johnny Triumph hit the Eye Gouge The referee warns that that was illegal. Johnny Triumph applied the Front Facelock Johnny Triumph hit the Elbow Strike Johnny Triumph hit the Kick To Gut Johnny Triumph applied the Front Facelock Johnny Triumph hit the Eye Gouge The referee warns that that was illegal. Johnny Triumph hit the Single Leg Trip Johnny Triumph hit the Face Stepping Johnny Triumph hit the Stomp Johnny Triumph applied the Single Leg Grapevine Johnny Triumph applied the Bow And Arrow Lock Johnny Triumph applied the Single Leg Boston Crab Sean slipped out the back of the Indian Deathlock. Johnny Triumph moved and the Dropkick To Knee missed! Johnny Triumph hit the Vertical Suplex Tori Montgomery: Triumph has been in control for most of the match, not letting Sean get a move in edgewise. Frankie Garnett: Sean's just setting Triumph up for a false state of security. All it takes is a second and BAM! Superkick! Bob Sinclair: I hate to say this, but Frankie does have a point there. A stalemate happens as neither competitor can take the advantage. Johnny Triumph applied the Single Leg Grapevine Sean slipped out of the Camel Clutch. Sean hit the Belly To Belly Suplex Sean hit the Legdrop To Groin Sean hit the Mounted Punch Flurry Sean applied the Single Leg Grapevine Johnny Triumph slipped out the back of the Rear Naked Punch Flurry. Johnny Triumph hit the Hammerlock Kick Johnny Triumph hit the Field Goal Low Blow The referee is furious at that breach of the rules. Johnny Triumph picks up Sean from behind. Johnny Triumph hit the Wheel Barrow Suplex A stalemate happens as neither competitor can take the advantage. Johnny Triumph picks up Sean from behind. The Running Hot Shot was countered into a Low Blow. The referee is furious at that breach of the rules. Johnny Triumph blocked the Legdrop To Groin. Sean hit the Seated Back Dropkick Sean picks up Johnny Triumph from behind. Johnny Triumph slipped out of the German Suplex. Johnny Triumph hit the Triple Forearm Blow Sean slipped out of the Camel Clutch. And Sean hits the Move of the Night! ...Seriously, Bob? It's a Superkick. The referee begins the count... 1! 2! This Could Be It! The referee's hand starts coming down... 3! Amelia Williams: The winner of the first fall, at a time of nine minutes even...Sean! Frankie Garnett: I can smell that $100 now, Tori. Big mistake betting against me. Tori Montgomery: Match ain't over yet, Frankie. Now hush and let's watch. Sean hit the Slingshot Suplex The referee begins the count... 1! 2! Kick Out! Johnny Triumph blocked the Capture Suplex. Sean climbs the turnbuckles. The Flying Body Press was countered into a Powerslam. Sean broke the Horns of Victory. Sean climbs the turnbuckles. Sean hit the Flying Double Axe Handle Sean picks up Johnny Triumph from behind. Johnny Triumph slipped out of the German Suplex. Johnny Triumph hit the Slingshot Suplex The referee begins the count... 1! 2! Kick Out! Johnny Triumph hit the Triple Forearm Blow Johnny Triumph picks up Sean from behind. Johnny Triumph hit the Running Hot Shot Johnny Triumph gets into the ring. Sean broke the Horns of Victory. The Slingshot Suplex was countered into a Punch. Johnny Triumph hit the Slingshot Suplex The referee begins the count... 1! 2! Kick Out! Johnny Triumph hit the Hammerlock Kick The Running Hot Shot was countered into a Abdominal Stretch. The Dropkick To Knee was countered into a Single Leg Grapevine. Johnny Triumph has Sean locked in the Horns of Victory! The referee checks the submission... It seems to be locked in! Will This Be It? It's Still Locked In! The referee has called for the bell! Amelia Williams: The winner of the second fall, at a time of thirteen minutes even...Johnny Triumph! Bob Sinclair: And it all comes down to one fall! This is what it's all about, folks! A stalemate happens as neither competitor can take the advantage. Johnny Triumph hit the Slingshot Suplex The referee begins the count... 1! 2! Kick Out! Johnny Triumph hit the Hammerlock Kick Sean slipped out the back of the Wheel Barrow Suplex. Sean hit the German Suplex The referee begins the count... 1! 2! This Could Be It! Kick Out At Two-And-A-Half! A stalemate happens as neither competitor can take the advantage. The Slingshot Suplex was countered into a Kick To Gut. A stalemate happens as neither competitor can take the advantage. Sean slipped out the back of the S.T.O.. Johnny Triumph slipped out of the German Suplex. Johnny Triumph hit the Triple Forearm Blow Johnny Triumph has Sean locked in the Horns of Victory! The referee checks the submission... It seems to be locked in! Will This Be It? It's Still Locked In! The referee has called for the bell! Frankie Garnett: Dammit! Amelia Williams: Here is your winner, at a time of fifteen minutes and ten seconds...and NEW League Champion...Johnny Triumph! Tori Montgomery: Pay up, Frankie. Frankie Garnett: Son of a... Bob Sinclair: Triumph pulls off the win, going through three matches to do it! As he celebrates in the ring, folks, I want to say thank you for making The League one of the most-watched programs this television season, and we’ll be back in a few weeks for season three. Until then, for Frankie Garnett and Tori Montgomery, I am Bob Sinclair...good night, everyone! <hr> SHOW SUMMARY 1. Quarterfinal 1: Johnny Triumph def. Tarik Nolan, 2 falls to 0. * Time of Match: 18:10 * Match Rating: B * Winner's Offense: 48% 2. Quarterfinal 2: Sean def. Nuclear Templeton, 2 falls to 0 * Time of Match: 11:50 * Match Rating: C * Winner's Offense: 43% 3. Semifinal 1: Johnny Triumph def. Sebastian Moore, 2 falls to 0 * Time of Match: 11:40 * Match Rating: C- * Winner's Offense: 54% 4. Semifinal 2: Sean def. The Phoenix, 2 falls to 0 * Time of Match: 21:00 * Match Rating: A * Winner's Offense: 50% 5. Fifth Place Consolation: Nuclear Templeton def. Tarik Nolan, 2 falls to 0 * Time of Match: 17:50 * Match Rating: A* * Winner's Offense: 43% 6. Third Place Consolation: The Phoenix def. Sebastian Moore, 2 falls to 1 * Time of Match: 18:10 * Match Rating: C * Winner's Offense: 41% 7. LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP: Johnny Triumph def. Sean, 2 falls to 1. * Time of Match: 15:10 * Match Rating: A* * Winner's Offense: 60% <hr> Note from the league director: The postseason edition of Beyond Ringside will be written as soon as I feel well enough to sit down and write it. It should be coming soon, as soon as I get over this persistent cough and body aches.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jman2k3 Posted February 3, 2011 Share Posted February 3, 2011 Good write up. two different wins cost me a sweep in predictions. Just got word from Scorpion that he is healing from his injuries suffered throughtout his rookie season and he should be back better than ever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moon_lit_tears Posted February 3, 2011 Share Posted February 3, 2011 Good write up. two different wins cost me a sweep in predictions. Just got word from Scorpion that he is healing from his injuries suffered throughtout his rookie season and he should be back better than ever. He needs the same treatment Boa got!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jman2k3 Posted February 3, 2011 Share Posted February 3, 2011 He needs the same treatment Boa got!! What treatment is that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moon_lit_tears Posted February 3, 2011 Share Posted February 3, 2011 What treatment is that? Go read the end of the last regular season show. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jman2k3 Posted February 3, 2011 Share Posted February 3, 2011 Go read the end of the last regular season show. Yeah that beat down won't happen to Scorpion. He carries a baseball bat with him at all times to insure broken knee caps if the atempt is even made. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prophet Posted February 3, 2011 Share Posted February 3, 2011 Amelia Williams: Here is your winner, at a time of fifteen minutes and ten seconds...and NEW League Champion...Johnny Triumph! Hey, waitaminute ... !!! This wasn't how things were supposed to happen, when Maxx blackmailed the commish ... drat, darn, and dang it all to hooey! (My parole officer makes me pay her a dollar everytime I swear. Pfft! ) In all seriousness, congrats to Johnny Triumph for helping to completely blow up my brackets. lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moon_lit_tears Posted February 3, 2011 Share Posted February 3, 2011 Hey, waitaminute ... !!! This wasn't how things were supposed to happen, when Maxx blackmailed the commish ... drat, darn, and dang it all to hooey! (My parole officer makes me pay her a dollar everytime I swear. Pfft! ) In all seriousness, congrats to Johnny Triumph for helping to completely blow up my brackets. lol I know how you feel. I got a. Whole 2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek B Posted February 4, 2011 Share Posted February 4, 2011 Nuclear didn't win? Boooooo! BOOOOOOOOOO!!!! I expected better of him but I guess my gambit didn't have as much of an effect as I'd hoped. Should probably stick to boosting stats and hoping for the best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShadowedFlames Posted February 6, 2011 Author Share Posted February 6, 2011 http://i986.photobucket.com/albums/ae344/ShadowedFlames/GDS%20League%20Stuff/BeyondRingsideBanner.jpg After a dominating start from the Gamma Division to start the second season, it's a member of the Delta Division who walks away as the League Champion! Hello once again, everyone! Tori Montgomery here, ready to go over the season that was and prepare for the season ahead! THE FINAL STANDINGS Note: Tied records are broken in the same manner as during the season. LEAGUE CHAMPION: Johnny Triumph (9-5 regular season record, Delta Division champion) RUNNER-UP: Sean (11-3 regular season record, top wild card entrant, second in Gamma Division) THIRD PLACE: The Phoenix (11-3 regular season record, Gamma Division champion) FOURTH PLACE: Sebastian Moore (10-4 regular season record, Beta Division champion) FIFTH PLACE: Nuclear Templeton (9-5 regular season record, Alpha Division champion) SIXTH PLACE: Tarik Nolan (10-4 regular season record, lower wild card entrant, third in Gamma Division) #7. Maxx Skabb (8-6 regular season record, second in Beta Division) #8. Scott Stevens (7-7 regular season record, second in Delta Division) #9. SGRaaize (7-7 regular season record, second in Alpha Division) #10. Ly Quang Bao (6-8 regular season record, third in Alpha Division) #11. Robbie Maynard (5-9 regular season record, last in Alpha Division) #12. Diamond (5-9 regular season record, third in Delta Division) #13. Thor Hammerskald (4-10 regular season record, third in Beta Division) #14. Super Century (4-10 regular season record, last in Delta Division) #15. El Demonio de Sangre (3-11 regular season record, last in Gamma Division) #16. Shawn Arrows (3-11 regular season record, last in Beta Division) END OF SEASON AWARDS Just like last season, the League will be handing out awards for accomplishments, and a little bonus cash for those involved. Here are the awards in particular: For making the playoffs in the League's second season, the office of the Commissioner has credited the training accounts of Nuclear Templeton, Sebastian Moore, The Phoenix, Sean, Tarik Nolan, and Johnny Triumph with a deposit of $50 each. For winning their respective divisions, the office of the Commissioner has credited the training accounts of Nuclear Templeton, Sebastian Moore, The Phoenix, and Johnny Triumph with an additional deposit of $50 each. For being the most entertaining wrestler as voted by the fans, the office of the Commissioner has credited the training account of Tarik Nolan with a deposit of $50. Honorable mention, but no award, goes to Diamond. (Nolan: 5.79 AMR, Diamond: 5.43 AMR) For overcoming the greatest odds in a match this season, the office of the Commissioner has credited the training account of Johnny Triumph with an additional deposit of $100 for his week 14 victory over El Demonio de Sangre in Mexico City, Mexico. (Editor's Note: Triumph was at 12% popularity, Demonio at 26% when the match took place.) There is but one award remaining, and that is for the Match of the Season. This award goes to the two people who were involved in that match. To qualify, a match had to be chosen as the Match of the Night for that particular show. From that field of fourteen, the Commissioner had to pick just one match to win the award. Now, before the winner is announced, let's look back over the season and see which matches qualified for this award. Week 1: Tarik Nolan starts his reign of entertainment with a win over future League champ Johnny Triumph (22:10, A*) Week 2: Sean goes to 2-0 with a win over Tarik Nolan in divisional competition (43:20, A*) Week 3: In a rematch of Season One's Match of the Season, Maxx Skabb defeats Shawn Arrows (38:20, A*) Week 4: Johnny Triumph wins a First Blood match without making Robbie Maynard bleed (41:50, A*) Week 5: Diamond pulls out a victory over Sebastian Moore (26:20, A*) Week 6: SGRaaize gets into the Match of the Season contention with a win over Tarik Nolan (22:30, A*) Week 7: Scott Stevens takes a victory from the rookie Super Century (17:50, B+) Week 8: Maxx Skabb and Shawn Arrows wrestle to their second Match of the Night together this season, which Maxx also wins (42:50, A*) Week 9: Tarik Nolan's fourth Match of the Night is a win over El Demonio de Sangre. (21:50, A) Week 10: Thor Hammerskald defeats Ly Quang Bao in the longest one-fall match in League history (52:50, A*) Week 11: In the middle of the Japanese tour, Nuclear Templeton takes down Robbie Maynard (18:30, B+) Week 12: This week's main event finds Johnny Triumph (3rd MotN) taking down Thor Hammerskald (2nd MotN) (27:20, A*) Week 13: Maxx Skabb ends his Japanese tour with a victory over Nuclear Templeton (14:00, A*) Week 14: The final regular season match sees Johnny Triumph defeat El Demonio de Sangre (15:00, B) Unlike last season, the Commissioner's choice was easy this season. After, only one of these matches was a record setter! As such, he is pleased to announce that the winners of the match of the season award, worth $200 to each of their training accounts, are Thor Hammerskald and Ly Quang Bao for their week ten record-breaking performance in Fukuoka, Japan. Sadly, Mr. Bao will be unable to utilize these funds, as I have informed that the attack on him at the hands of Diamond, Arrows, and Templeton has left him in a vegetative state. This concludes the awards portion of our program. Below is the Cliffs Notes version. Johnny Triumph: $200 (Upset of the Season, Divisional Champion, Playoffs) Thor Hammerskald: $200 (Match of the Season) Ly Quang Bao: $200 (Match of the Season) Sebastian Moore: $100 (Divisional Champion, Playoffs) The Phoenix: $100 (Divisional Champion, Playoffs) Nuclear Templeton: $100 (Divisional Champion, Playoffs) Tarik Nolan: $100 (Playoffs, Entertainer of the Season) Sean: $50 (Playoffs) PREDICTION CENTRAL With the higher number of playoff wrestlers this season, it stands to reason that there would be a higher-scoring playoff bracket result. And it didn't disappoint, with a high score of eight and a few sixes appearing on the weekly result board. However, it would have taken a miracle for someone to have bested Mr. I effin rule after the lead he had accumulated all season long. Said miracle did not happen on this occasion, though. For the record, there was a maximum of 131 points available this season. (14 weeks x 8 matches = 112. 7 points in Tag Team Turmoil, 12 for the playoffs.) 1. I Effin Rule: 86 points (6 last week) 2. Tori Montgomery: 77 points (6 last week) 3. Prophet: 72 points (0 last week) 3. derek_b: 72 points (2 last week) 5. moon_lit_tears: 68 points (2 last week) 5. Ranson: 68 points (2 last week) 7. Jman2k3: 67 points (8 last week) 8. masterded: 65 points (6 last week) 9. SeanMcG: 59 points (0 last week) 9. Dangrel: 59 points (4 last week) 11. Wrestling Century: 50 points (0 last week) 12. Jaded: 33 points (0 last week) 13. TheKenwyne: 30 points (0 last week) 14. Toasty: 4 points (0 last week) 15. Arrows: 3 points (0 last week) Mr. I Effin Rule will therefore get to determine divisions for season three. Currently, there are 15 confirmed entrants for season three. Following are the potential schedules for both a 15-entrant season, and a 16-entrant season that he may choose from. 1. 15 Wrestlers: Three Divisions Suggested last season before the last-minute entry of Scott Stevens, this schedule features three divisions of five wrestlers. It will be a fifteen-week season, with one person on a bye week (and thus recovering health) each week. As a perk, he may pick the week his chosen wrestler (Tarik Nolan) has his bye during the schedule. As with this past season, six wrestlers would make the playoffs. 2. 15 Wrestlers: One Division This is as simple a schedule as it gets. Fifteen weeks, top six advance to the playoffs, and again he would get to pick the bye week for his chosen wrestler. 3. 15 Wrestlers: Two Divisions The schedule would be set up as the one-divisional variant, but in this case there would be an eight-person division and a seven-person one. Top three in each division advance to the postseason. Again, he would have the pick of the bye week. Should the League get a 16th entrant, the following schedules would come into play: 4. 16 Wrestlers: Four Divisions Set up like this past season. Should be explanation enough. 5. 16 Wrestlers: Two Divisions Two divisions of eight, and all matches are contained within your division. This makes a fourteen-week schedule, top three from each division meet in the playoffs. 6. 16 Wrestlers: One Division Another simple formula. Fifteen-week schedule, one match against everyone, top six advance to the playoffs. Should it be deemed necessary, a 16 wrestler, three division schedule could be created (divisions of 6, 5, 5 with three division winners and three wild cards making playoffs), but that does not seem likely to be considered at the present time. WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN SEASON THREE There are very few changes being made to season three of The League. The base purse will remain at $600 per match (roughly $450 for winner / $150 for loser). If a sixteenth entrant is confirmed before applications closed, Tag Team Turmoil will be returning next season. The backstage activities ban will remain in effect. About the only major change that will take effect is the following: New medical contract. The League has signed an exclusive deal for next season with one of the major medical firms in the world—the name of which I am not allowed to disclose due to a confidentiality agreement—who promise far better care of League members on a weekly basis. Compared to last season, we may see far fewer medical disqualifications, but whether this will be a boon to the long-term health of our members remains to be seen. (Editor’s Note: In OOC terms, I'm changing the formulae for body health recovery slightly. Instead of 25% all around, head and body are at 50%, legs are at 20%, and arms are at 10%. These values were reached after talk in the discussion thread and some testing on my end.) Any other news will be covered in two weeks, when Season Three opens! We will have the schedule and the first week’s preview at that time. Until then, ladies and gentlemen, this is Tori Montgomery...so long from ringside! <hr> I will be working on webpages likely on Monday, as tomorrow is the Super Bowl and all of the activities that go with it. When those have been updated, I'll announce it in the discussion thread along with any tidbits I need to include regarding it. I will be opening a new thread for season three (and if we go to four, I'll use the same thread for it—two seasons a thread seems to be a good cut-off point) in the next couple of weeks. I intend on reserving the first few posts in the thread for a number of things, though the first post will be a quick "up to date" snapshot of the League with division standings, prediction standings, upcoming schedule, and so forth. I have plans for the other posts I'm reserving (links to each week's pre-show and actual show from the past seasons as well as the discussion thread and Phoenix's webpage, wrestler bios and career records, a post rehashing the rules of the game for anyone wanting to join in, etc.), so hopefully all of the info anyone would want to know is in one area to be seen. If there are any questions, either ask them here or over in the discussion thread. IER, any questions regarding scheduling would best be sent to me via PM so it can be discussed in private. Folks, it's been a good two seasons so far...stay tuned for a third season I never thought would happen when I started this thing back in June! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ranson Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 <p>Woo! <img alt="" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/biggrin.png.929299b4c121f473b0026f3d6e74d189.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> I hoped, but I didn't figure I'd actually get match of the year. But, since the match was record-setting, with both workers covered in blood at the end, and ending in a medical dq...well, it seemed like less of a long shot than it could have been.</p><p> </p><p> Awesome!</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jman2k3 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 <p>Whose side are you on????</p><p> </p><p> <iframe title="YouTube video player" width="640" height="390" src="<a href="http://www.youtube.com/embed/Y3pFD-xdPRE" rel="external nofollow">http://www.youtube.com/embed/Y3pFD-xdPRE"</a> frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <iframe title="YouTube video player" width="480" height="390" src="<a href="http://www.youtube.com/embed/SxEOWOji8xw" rel="external nofollow">http://www.youtube.com/embed/SxEOWOji8xw"</a> frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
i effin rule Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Mwahahahahah! Can I rename the divisions? I think The Phoenix should head the "Steelers" division Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SGRaaize Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 I just want to say this has been a great fun from Season 1 to Season 2, I'l probably be in this as long as you keep bothering doing it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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