moon_lit_tears Posted August 1, 2010 Share Posted August 1, 2010 You lost the game. Twice ! HaHa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShadowedFlames Posted August 2, 2010 Author Share Posted August 2, 2010 On a vaguely serioues note, I do wonder what would happen in the matches that end early if people had some decent numbers in their Wrestling Spirit stats. Would the AI be smart enough to use it to escape submissions? Would it go for the big finishers? Do you have any plans for the Wrestling Spirit stat any time? I have some ideas. It's covered in that huge post in the discussion thread, but I'll summarize it here. Spirit is earned via playoff achievements (and optionally mid-season tournaments--a possible Season Two addition). As it stands, that's the only way to earn it. If you have ideas, either lay 'em out here or PM me and I'll take it into consideration. If discussion/implementation of new rules makes the League better, why keep the thoughts to yourself? That goes for anyone in The League. I'm not a hard guy to get along with (no comment, MLT... ) and am willing to listen to ideas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moon_lit_tears Posted August 2, 2010 Share Posted August 2, 2010 Ha! I'm not the only one who doesn't read everything!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek B Posted August 2, 2010 Share Posted August 2, 2010 It's covered in that huge post in the discussion thread, but I'll summarize it here. Spirit is earned via playoff achievements (and optionally mid-season tournaments--a possible Season Two addition). As it stands, that's the only way to earn it. If you have ideas, either lay 'em out here or PM me and I'll take it into consideration. If discussion/implementation of new rules makes the League better, why keep the thoughts to yourself? That goes for anyone in The League. I'm not a hard guy to get along with (no comment, MLT... ) and am willing to listen to ideas. Ha! I'm not the only one who doesn't read everything!!!!! I read it aaaaages ago, just hadn't remembered anything about it til it was mentioned. My idea is actually pretty simple really but would work best with a long term damage mechanic too. Wrestling Spirit would be earned with experience, 1 point per win, lose 0.5 per loss. Perhaps starting people at 10 points so that they have a small chance to use it to influence a match from the get go. Small bonuses for accomplishments in playoffs/tournament action (and exhibition bouts don't count at all). Over the long term everyone would build up their stat as long as they can at least beat a 0.333 average over the years. Mix that in with physical condition dropping a few points per season (based on the discussion about that from early on) and you eventually reach a position where veterans have a lot of Wrestling Spirit built up but in longer matches would fade away due to physical condition taking it's toll and people. At which point we put a long term soft cap on how long a wrestler's career can be, that being the point where their ability to endure punishment is no longer enough to balance out their accumulated stats, especially with the modifiers the Wrestling Spirit stat can add. It might take 20 seasons (or about 7 years in real terms ) but I'm sure this'll still be going by then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShadowedFlames Posted August 4, 2010 Author Share Posted August 4, 2010 Wrestling Spirit stat stuff You know...that's actually not too bad an idea. Lemme run some tests on that after I move (two weeks or so), and I'll see if that's a viable option for season two. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek B Posted August 4, 2010 Share Posted August 4, 2010 You know...that's actually not too bad an idea. Lemme run some tests on that after I move (two weeks or so), and I'll see if that's a viable option for season two. I also just realised you live in Baltimore... The Two has been making me watch The Wire so I now assume you know everyone on that show personally. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaded Posted August 4, 2010 Share Posted August 4, 2010 Definitely like Derek's ideas above, they look awesome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShadowedFlames Posted August 6, 2010 Author Share Posted August 6, 2010 <p>I'll warn y'all now...week 10 may not get posted until late Friday night/early Saturday morning Eastern Time due to previous engagements. If I get done everything early enough and get it formatted prior to my plans, MLT may be posting the show in my absence if she is able to. I make no claim that this is guaranteed, as I have to make sure everything is done ahead of time (and given that I've been swamped at work the last few days, there's a good chance it might not be done).</p><p> </p><p> Consequentially, everyone's web pages and the Beyond Ringside column for week 11 will not be done until Saturday, barring a dramatic change of plans.</p><p> </p><p> Also, a question to all members: as it stands, the current plan is to have two weeks for the playoffs (Semi's one week; finals, consolation, and an 8-man exhibition tag on the second). I've debated the option of running both rounds of the playoffs and the exhibition tag as a single week. I'll leave the decision to the readers--should the playoffs for this season run one week or two?</p><p> </p><p> Feel free to discuss, and stay tuned for week 10!</p><p> </p><p> NINJA EDIT:</p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="derek_b" data-cite="derek_b" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="28086" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt=":)" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/smile.png.142cfa0a1cd2925c0463c1d00f499df2.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><p> </p><p> I also just realised you live in Baltimore... The Two has been making me watch The Wire so I now assume you know everyone on that show personally. <img alt=":eek:" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/eek.png.0e09df00fa222c85760b9bc1700b5405.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> Heh, if only. I live about 55 km northeast of Baltimore (though the move in a couple of weeks will put me closer), and I try not to go to Baltimore if I can help it. Too crowded for my liking.</p><p> </p><p> Besides, I've never watched The Wire. <img alt=":eek:" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/eek.png.0e09df00fa222c85760b9bc1700b5405.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
masterded Posted August 6, 2010 Share Posted August 6, 2010 <p>Diamond (3-6, 15%) vs.<strong> Maxx Skabb (5-4, 15%)</strong></p><p> Sean (6-3, 15%) vs. <strong>Nuclear Templeton (6-3, 15%)</strong></p><p> <strong>Johnny Triumph (4-5, 15%)</strong> vs. The British Warrior (5-4, 15%)</p><p> Shawn Arrows (3-6, 15%) vs. <strong>The Phoenix (2-7, 15%)</strong></p><p> BETA DIVISION: <strong>Tarik Nolan (5-4, 15%)</strong> vs. SGRaaize (3-6, 15%)</p><p> BETA DIVISION: <strong>Robbie Maynard (6-3, 24%)</strong> vs. Breaker (6-3, 15%)</p><p> </p><p> I keep saying Triumph wins out and during the last week makes the playoffs with a win and a Sean lost. Now Sean needs to do his job and lose twice before the last week (and then lose the last week).</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShadowedFlames Posted August 6, 2010 Author Share Posted August 6, 2010 So, managed to just finish the show, albeit with a few formatting things I am out of time to change. MLT, I'm sending it to your inbox; anytime after 8:00 will work to post it, if you are able. If not, it'll be done when I get back...whenever that is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moon_lit_tears Posted August 6, 2010 Share Posted August 6, 2010 So, managed to just finish the show, albeit with a few formatting things I am out of time to change. MLT, I'm sending it to your inbox; anytime after 8:00 will work to post it, if you are able. If not, it'll be done when I get back...whenever that is. So make changes so all the people I want to win will have won? Ok I will get to work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moon_lit_tears Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 Season 1, Week 10 Season One, Week Ten August 6, 2010 THE LEAGUE: WEEK TEN The camera cuts from the title sequence to a panning shot of the sold-out Odyssey Arena as the fans cheer. One can tell that playoff fever has hit the audience as signs are beginning to show up proclaiming certain wrestlers as future League Champions. Eventually, the camera cuts to ringside and our usual announce team. BOB SINCLAIR: Welcome to Northern Ireland , everybody! Bob Sinclair sitting as always at ringside, along with Frankie Garnett. Frankie, it's time. We're in the last five weeks of the season, and the fight for the playoffs will only get more intense from here. FRANKIE GARNETT: You're not kidding, Bob. It's so bad that Commissioner Colt Marshall has extra security in place around all twelve wrestlers' locker rooms, so that no backstage shenanigans can take place. Everything is going to be decided in that ring; at least that's what the Commish is banking on! BOB SINCLAIR: Two major match-ups on the card tonight as the top four men in the League face off in a pair of matches that could seriously alter the landscape of the playoff picture. But we're starting tonight with someone on the bubble, and the woman who looks to play the spoiler. Let's go to Amelia for the start of tonight's event! Diamond (3-6) vs. Maxx Skabb (5-4) "Oh, it's time to rock and roll..." The opening lyric is enough to send the crowd into a jeering frenzy, as the lone woman in The League walks out with a confident smirk on her face. Amelia Williams: Our opening contest is scheduled for one fall! Introducing first, from Aberdeen , Scotland , weighing 132 pounds...Diamond! Bob Sinclair: As mentioned, Diamond's looking to play the spoiler. She needs an incredible run of luck to make the playoffs, but she could have a direct impact on the hunt for the wild card right here. Frankie Garnett: If her future opponents are smart, they'd do well to watch out for her. She's proven she's the Queen of the Upset this season. Disturbed's "The Night" hits the speakers as the second participant in the match comes out to a rousing chorus of jeers. Amelia Williams: Her opponent, from the Orange County Correctional Facility, weighing 291 pounds...Maxx Skabb! Bob Sinclair: Coming in to tonight's event, Skabb finds himself a match out of the wild card and two out of the Alpha Division lead. There's still hope for him to get in, but a win tonight will certainly help his cause. Frankie Garnett: You also have to wonder if the incident with him being admitted into the UK this past week will have a bad effect on him as well, Bob. Skabb certainly cannot be in the best mindset given all of that. Diamond hit the Punch Diamond applied the Front Facelock The Hair Pull was countered into a Throat Thrust. Maxx Skabb hit the Knee Pull Maxx Skabb picks up Diamond from behind. Maxx Skabb climbs the turnbuckles. Maxx Skabb hit the Flying Double Axe Handle Maxx Skabb hit the Face Rub Maxx Skabb hit the Face Stepping Maxx Skabb hit the Elbow Drop A stalemate happens as neither competitor can take the advantage. Diamond recovers and stands up. Diamond blocked the Bear Hug. The High Knee was countered into a Legsweep Snap Pinfall. The referee begins the count... 1! Kick Out! Diamond hit the Punch Diamond applied the Side Headlock Maxx Skabb moved and the Legsweep Kick missed! Maxx Skabb hit the Snake Eyes Maxx Skabb hit the Mounted Punch Flurry Maxx Skabb hit the Big Legdrop BOB SINCLAIR: Skabb showing his power early on, as Diamond is already in trouble. FRANKIE GARNETT: She'll be fine, Bob. Trust me—and my $250—on this. BOB SINCLAIR: Will you ever learn?! Diamond easily rushed the Slit Throat Motion. Diamond hit the European Uppercut Diamond hit the Punch Maxx Skabb took the blow, but just shrugs it off and goes on the attack. Maxx Skabb hit the High Knee Diamond slipped out of the Headbutt To Groin. Diamond hit the Legsweep Kick Maxx Skabb blocked the Face Stepping. Maxx Skabb recovers and stands up. Diamond hit the Punch Diamond hit the Dropkick To Knee Diamond hit the Women's DDT Diamond used the Stripper Dance Maxx Skabb slipped out the back of the Legdrop To Groin. Maxx Skabb hit the Full Nelson Bomb Maxx Skabb picks up Diamond from behind. Diamond broke the Violent Hair Grab Takedown. Maxx Skabb blocked the Women's DDT. Diamond hit the Dropkick To Knee Diamond hit the Face Plant Diamond hit the Women's DDT Diamond hit the Legdrop To Groin The referee warns that that was illegal. Maxx Skabb rushed the Top Rope Point. A stalemate happens as neither competitor can take the advantage. Diamond counters by fighting back. A stalemate happens as neither competitor can take the advantage. Hell Fire Kick! Hell Fire Kick! Hell Fire Kick! Maxx Skabb moved and the Standing Moonsault missed! Maxx Skabb picks up Diamond from behind. Diamond broke the Full Nelson. Diamond climbs the turnbuckles. Diamond hit the Missile Dropkick Diamond climbs the turnbuckles. Diamond is in total control of this match at the moment, and knows it. Forget the Beatles, this is a Diamond in the Sky! The referee begins the count... 1! 2! This Could Be It! The referee's hand starts coming down... 3! FRANKIE GARNETT: She's done it again! AMELIA WILLIAMS: Here is your winner, at a time of eight and a half minutes...Diamond! BOB SINCLAIR: Diamond keeps her slim playoff chances alive, but this has to be a major setback to Skabb's hopes. FRANKIE GARNETT: You're not kidding, Bob. You said at the start that Diamond was looking to play spoiler; she did exactly that tonight! BOB SINCLAIR: Moving on, our next bout is the first of our two featured matches tonight, and it is a bout of divisional leaders. Gamma Division leader Sean takes on Alpha Division leader Nuclear Templeton in what many are thinking is a preview of the League Championship. FRANKIE GARNETT: This is a match-up that's been brewing for weeks, Bob, and it's a sort of perfect storm that allows a marquee matchup to happen this late in the season. It's going to be short, violent, and I cannot wait! BOB SINCLAIR: Then wait no more, Frankie. Let's go to the ring to get this started! Sean (6-3) vs. Nuclear Templeton (6-3) Black Sabbath's classic "Iron Man" hits the speakers to announce the entrance of the Gamma Division leader. Amelia Williams: Our next contest is a featured contest scheduled for one fall! Coming down the aisle, from Charlotte , North Carolina , weighing 230 pounds...Sean! Bob Sinclair: At this moment, Sean has a two-match lead on Johnny Triumph in the Gamma Division. Diamond's win puts her two-and-a-half matches behind; a Sean win all but eliminates her from the divisional title hunt. Frankie Garnett: If he wins here, he's got a good chance of taking the top overall spot in the League rankings. " Billy Idol's "Shock to the System" hits as the Alpha Division leader walks to the ring, to the cheers of the crowd. Amelia Williams: His opponent, from Atlantic City, New Jersey, weighing 278 pounds...Nuclear Templeton! Bob Sinclair: Nuclear got a slight bit of breathing room as Skabb is now a match-plus behind Templeton, but he still can't be complacent as the British Warrior is still right on his heels. Frankie Garnett: He lost last week; just looking at him I swear he's about to explode! Sean hit the Eye Gouge Sean hit the Forearm Blow Nuclear Templeton slipped out the back of the Front Facelock. Sean blocked the Arm Wringer Smash. Sean slipped out of the Russian Legsweep. Nuclear Templeton blocked the Kick To Gut. Sean hit the Forearm Blow Sean hit the Legsweep Kick Sean hit the Knee Pull Sean hit the Elbow Drop On Knee Nuclear Templeton slipped out the back of the Knee Bar. Sean slipped out the back of the Arm Wringer. Sean hit the Legsweep Kick Sean applied the Single Leg Grapevine Sean hit the Legdrop To Groin Nuclear Templeton slipped out of the Rear Naked Punch Flurry. Nuclear Templeton hit the Clubbing Blow Nuclear Templeton applied the Nerve Pinch Nuclear Templeton applied the Rear Seated Chinlock Nuclear Templeton picks up Sean. Nuclear Templeton hit the Clubbing Blow A stalemate happens as neither competitor can take the advantage. Sean recovers and stands up. Nuclear Templeton hit the Forearm Strike Nuclear Templeton hit the Knife Edge Chop Nuclear Templeton hit the Snap Driving Elbow Nuclear Templeton hit the Basement Dropkick Nuclear Templeton hit the Headbutt To Groin The referee was not happy with that move. Sean moved and the Snap Driving Elbow missed! Nuclear Templeton slipped out the back of the Mounted Punch Flurry. Sean slipped out the back of the Belly To Back Suplex. Nuclear Templeton moved and the Dropkick To Knee missed! The Charging Forearm was countered into a Hot Shot. Sean applied the Single Leg Grapevine 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! FRANKIE GARNETT: What...? AMELIA WILLIAMS: Here is your winner, in five and a half minutes...Sean! BOB SINCLAIR: Sean pulls off an improbably quick win, and is now up by two-and-a-half in the Gamma Division over Johnny Triumph with four to go! Triumph is in a must-win if he wants to stay in the hunt for the division! FRANKIE GARNETT: Forget that, Bob, the door is wide open for the British Warrior! If Warrior wins his match, he takes the Alpha Division lead! BOB SINCLAIR: And if you believe in coincidences, folks, then our next match is sure to bring a smile to your face! It's Triumph and Warrior, and it's now! Johnny Triumph (4-5) vs. The British Warrior (5-4) Megadeth's "Symphony of Destruction" hits the speakers as the Gamma Division's second-place man walks out. Amelia Williams: Our next bout is scheduled for one fall! Approaching the ring, from Des Moines , Iowa , weighing 228 pounds...Johnny Triumph! Bob Sinclair: For Johnny Triumph, this is pucker time. A win keeps him within reach. Frankie Garnett: The man can perform, Bob, given his numerous Match of the Night honors. None would be bigger than tonight. "Rule, Britannia!" hits the airwaves next, as the crowd gets to their feet and cheers quite loudly. Amelia Williams: His opponent, from the United Kingdom , weighing 243 pounds...The British Warrior! Bob Sinclair: This could be Warrior's time to shine. A win here gives him the Alpha Division lead thanks to the season sweep he holds over Templeton. Frankie Garnett: Warrior's brought an "actions speak louder" mentality to the League; this could be quite the match! Let's get it started already! Johnny Triumph hit the Knife Edge Chop The British Warrior took the blow, but just shrugs it off and goes on the attack. The British Warrior applied the Front Facelock The British Warrior hit the Single Leg Trip The British Warrior hit the Knee Pull The British Warrior hit the Stomp Johnny Triumph blocked the Arm Bar. Johnny Triumph recovers and stands up. The British Warrior hit the Open Handed Slap Johnny Triumph took the blow, but just shrugs it off and goes on the attack. Johnny Triumph hit the Punch Johnny Triumph hit the Slap To Chest The British Warrior took the blow, but just shrugs it off and goes on the attack. The British Warrior hit the Running Clothesline Johnny Triumph broke the Arm Bar. Johnny Triumph hit the Kick To Gut Johnny Triumph hit the Elbow Strike Johnny Triumph hit the Punch The British Warrior took the blow, but just shrugs it off and goes on the attack. The British Warrior hit the Forearm Blow The British Warrior hit the Open Handed Slap Johnny Triumph blocked the Front Facelock. The British Warrior hit the Kick To Thigh Johnny Triumph broke the Hammerlock Kick. Johnny Triumph hit the Slap To Chest The British Warrior took the blow, but just shrugs it off and goes on the attack. BOB SINCLAIR: Talk about toe to toe action; neither man is backing down from the other here! FRANKIE GARNETT: It's basically become a battle of attrition, Bob! The British Warrior hit the Strong Knife Edge Chop Johnny Triumph moved and the Dropkick To Knee missed! Johnny Triumph applied the Front Facelock The Punch was countered into a Fireman's Spin. Johnny Triumph slipped out the back of the Giant Swing. The British Warrior slipped out the back of the Hammerlock. The British Warrior hit the Knee Breaker The British Warrior hit the Snap Driving Elbow The British Warrior hit the Giant Swing Johnny Triumph blocked the Figure Four Leglock. The British Warrior has the Figure Four locked in! Is it over for Triumph? The referee checks the submission... It seems to be locked in! Will This Be It? A short struggle ends with the escape! FRANKIE GARNETT: Warrior didn't have it locked in tight; he left just enough wiggle room for Triumph's legs to break free. But the damage has to be done already, Bob. BOB SINCLAIR: Warrior trying to put Johnny away here, can he keep up the momentum? Johnny Triumph blocked the Hammerlock Kick. Johnny Triumph blocked the S.T.O.. This is the second block in a row, and Johnny Triumph takes control. Johnny Triumph hit the Single Leg Trip Johnny Triumph applied the Rear Chinlock Johnny Triumph applied the Single Leg Grapevine The British Warrior blocked the Bow And Arrow Lock. The British Warrior blocked the Single Leg Boston Crab. This is the second block in a row, and The British Warrior takes control. Johnny Triumph blocked the Warrior Slam. The British Warrior hit the Hammerlock Kick The British Warrior hit the Dropkick To Knee Johnny Triumph broke the Figure Four Leglock. Johnny Triumph hit the Triple Forearm Blow The British Warrior blocked the Single Leg Grapevine. The British Warrior blocked the Bow And Arrow Lock. This is the second block in a row, and The British Warrior takes control. The British Warrior hit the S.T.O. Johnny Triumph slipped out of the Figure Four Leglock. The Vertical Suplex was countered into a Dropkick. The British Warrior hit the Giant Swing The British Warrior picks up Johnny Triumph from behind. The British Warrior climbs the turnbuckles. Johnny Triumph counters by fighting back. The British Warrior blocked the Hammerlock Kick. Johnny Triumph hit the Triple Forearm Blow The British Warrior took the blow, but just shrugs it off and goes on the attack. Johnny Triumph counters by fighting back. The Vertical Suplex was countered into a Palm Thrust. Johnny Triumph blocked the Warrior Slam. The British Warrior climbs the turnbuckles. Johnny Triumph shook the ropes to stop the Flying Double Axe Handle. Johnny Triumph throws The British Warrior off the top rope. The British Warrior slipped out of the Single Leg Grapevine. The British Warrior hit the S.T.O. Johnny Triumph blocked the Figure Four Leglock. The British Warrior has the Figure Four locked in! Is it over for Triumph? The referee checks the submission... It seems to be locked in! Will This Be It? A short struggle ends with the escape! FRANKIE GARNETT: I don't know how Triumph got out of it a second time, but you can see him reaching for his knees, Bob. He's got to be hurt. BOB SINCLAIR: He can't take much more, Frankie. I'd almost think that the next time Warrior locks it in, it's over. Johnny Triumph blocked the S.T.O.. The British Warrior hit the Vertical Suplex The British Warrior has the Figure Four locked in! Is it over for Triumph? The referee checks the submission... It seems to be locked in! Will This Be It? FRANKIE GARNETT: For the love of all that's holy, Triumph, just give it up! BOB SINCLAIR: Wait...look, Frankie! Look at Triumph's right knee pad! FRANKIE GARNETT: He's got it slipping off his knee. Wait, don't tell me--! A short struggle ends with the escape! FRANKIE GARNETT: I don't believe it! BOB SINCLAIR: That's why he was reaching for the leg, Frankie! He loosened the knee pad and it gave him enough room to get out of the hold! FRANKIE GARNETT: But...how? There's no way he should even be walking! The British Warrior whips Johnny Triumph into the ropes. The British Warrior hit the Strong Knife Edge Chop The British Warrior whips Johnny Triumph into the ropes. The British Warrior hit the Dropkick To Knee Johnny Triumph slipped out the back of the Figure Four Leglock. Johnny Triumph hit the Hammerlock Kick Johnny Triumph hit the Neckbreaker The British Warrior broke the Horns of Victory by reaching the ropes. The Slingshot Suplex was countered into a Punch. The British Warrior hit the Hammerlock Kick The British Warrior climbs the turnbuckles. The British Warrior hit the Flying Double Axe Handle The British Warrior climbs the turnbuckles. The British Warrior climbs down off the top rope. Johnny Triumph blocked the S.T.O.. The British Warrior climbs the turnbuckles. The British Warrior looks sharp, he knows that the match has swung in his favour. The Flying Double Axe Handle was countered into a Powerslam. Johnny Triumph picks up The British Warrior. The British Warrior counters by fighting back. The British Warrior hit the Dropkick To Knee The British Warrior hit the S.T.O. Johnny Triumph slipped out the back of the Figure Four Leglock. The British Warrior blocked the Running Hot Shot. The British Warrior slipped out the back of the Wheel Barrow Suplex. The British Warrior hit the Wheel Barrow Suplex Johnny Triumph blocked the Figure Four Leglock. The British Warrior climbs the turnbuckles. The British Warrior is in total control of this match at the moment, and knows it. The British Warrior hit the Second Rope Knee Drop Johnny Triumph broke the Figure Four Leglock. The British Warrior slipped out of the Slingshot Suplex. The British Warrior hit the Hammerlock Kick The British Warrior hit the Wheel Barrow Suplex The British Warrior is in total control of this match at the moment, and knows it. The British Warrior has the Figure Four locked in! Is it over for Triumph? The referee checks the submission... It seems to be locked in! Will This Be It? A short struggle ends with the escape! BOB SINCLAIR: The face of the Warrior says it all, Frankie. "What else do I have to do to put this guy away?!" FRANKIE GARNETT: Triumph isn't going to be able to leave under his own power. His pride and determination for winning now is going to affect him in the long run. We're watching the self-made destruction of Johnny Triumph's League career, Bob. The British Warrior hit the Dropkick To Knee The British Warrior climbs the turnbuckles. The British Warrior is in total control of this match at the moment, and knows it. The British Warrior hit the Second Rope Knee Drop The British Warrior has the Figure Four locked in! Is it over for Triumph? 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! BOB SINCLAIR: He couldn't take it; Triumph passed out from the pain! AMELIA WILLIAMS: Here is your winner, at seventeen minutes and ten seconds...The British Warrior! FRANKIE GARNETT: Warrior takes over the Alpha Division lead, Bob, but I think the greater concern is the well-being of Johnny Triumph. The man endured not one, not two, but FIVE Figure Four Leg Locks. BOB SINCLAIR: Indeed, as EMT's surround Triumph and look to immobilize the leg, you can hear the stunned silence among the fans as they bear witness to what just happened. The images say it all. Triumph is barely conscious, groaning in pain as the EMT's work to stabilize the leg and move him onto the stretcher. It's almost as if a switch is flipped as he is slid under the bottom rope, as he forces the medics away and drops off the stretcher to the floor. He lets out a serious-sounding groan of pain, but yet he manages to press himself to all fours, with the damaged right leg stretched out behind him. With a scream, he staggers to his feet, his right leg all but dragging behind him as he hops toward the back. The crowd, which until now had been deathly silent, erupts into a standing ovation and a "Thank you, Triumph!" chant. The last we see of him this week is his beaten body limping through the curtain...beaten, yes, but his spirit unbroken. FRANKIE GARNETT: ...I honestly don't know how he's going to be able to go in the ring next week, Bob. He's got a divisional match against Shawn Arrows, and even though the Gamma Division is all but locked up there's still the hunt for the wild card spot. If he even makes it to Glasgow next week I will be shocked. BOB SINCLAIR: Our trainers are some of the best in the world, Frankie. If anyone can get him ready by next week, they can. Shawn Arrows (3-6) vs. The Phoenix (2-7) The opening strains of Linkin Park 's "Numb" break the silence to announce the start of the next contest. Amelia Williams: This bout is scheduled for one fall! Introducing first, from Raleigh , North Carolina , weighing 212 pounds...Shawn Arrows! Bob Sinclair: It was said last week, and it bears repeating. Arrows is in a must-win situation. Frankie Garnett: Yes, he is. A loss means that in order to even have a chance of winning the Gamma Division, he'd need to win out and Sean would need to lose all of his remaining matches. I don't see it likely. There is a brief pause before the opening chord of "The Instinct" hits, to complete and utter silence from the crowd. Amelia Williams: His opponent, from The End of Nowhere, weighing 367 pounds...The Phoenix! Frankie Garnett: You know, Bob, I've run out of derogatory things to say about him at this point. At least he'll give Arrows an easy win. Bob Sinclair: With the rumors swirling that Phoenix will indeed be leaving at season's end, it's not hard to disagree with you there. Shawn Arrows hit the Punch Shawn Arrows hit the Kick To Gut Shawn Arrows hit the Dropkick Shawn Arrows hit the Seated Back Kick Shawn Arrows hit the Stomp Shawn Arrows applied the Surfboard Shawn Arrows hit the Seated Dropkick Shawn Arrows hit the Handspring Moonsault Shawn Arrows hit the Rear Naked Punch Flurry Shawn Arrows hit the Flip Legdrop Shawn Arrows hit the Slingshot Moonsault The referee begins the count... 1! 2! Kick Out! The Phoenix blocked the DDT. Shawn Arrows hit the Running Dropkick FRANKIE GARNETT: It's been all Arrows at this point; does Phoenix even realize that this is supposed to be a wrestling match and not a "stand there and get beaten up" routine? BOB SINCLAIR: Phoenix can take a lot of punishment, Frankie, but he needs to get some offense in or else it will be another short night for him. The Phoenix blocked the Seated Knuckle Punches. Shawn Arrows picks up The Phoenix from behind. The Phoenix easily broke the Super Shot DDT. The Phoenix hit the Punch The Phoenix applied the Front Facelock The Phoenix hit the Forearm Strike The Phoenix hit the Elbow Strike The Phoenix hit the Kick To Knee Shawn Arrows blocked the Side Headlock Takedown. The Phoenix hit the Single Leg Trip Shawn Arrows slipped out of the Knee Pull. Shawn Arrows whips The Phoenix into the ropes. Shawn Arrows hit the Side Spinning Kick The Phoenix moved and the High Knee missed! The Phoenix hit the Elbow Strike Shawn Arrows blocked the Single Leg Trip. Shawn Arrows moved and the Forearm Strike missed! Shawn Arrows climbs the turnbuckles. The Phoenix moved and the Top Rope Diving Rana missed! Shawn Arrows blocked the American Figure Four Leglock. The Phoenix applied the Single Leg Boston Crab Shawn Arrows counters by fighting back. The Phoenix blocked the Face Plant. Shawn Arrows whips The Phoenix into the ropes. The High Knee was countered into a Kick To Gut. The Phoenix hit the Vertical Suplex The Phoenix hit the Rear Crossface Blows FRANKIE GARNETT: And finally, he shows some signs of life. Dunno what good that will do him. BOB SINCLAIR: At this point, he's looking to spoil someone's hopes of a post-season run. That's really all he can do. Shawn Arrows slipped out the back of the Camel Clutch. The Phoenix blocked the Super Shot DDT. The Running Hot Shot was countered into a Abdominal Stretch. The Phoenix hit the Side Explosion Suplex The Phoenix applied the Camel Clutch The referee checks the submission... It seems to be locked in! Escaped! Shawn Arrows broke the Capture Suplex. The Phoenix counters by fighting back. The Phoenix hit the Slingshot Suplex The referee begins the count... 1! Kick Out Just Before The Two! The Phoenix hit the Vertical Suplex Shawn Arrows broke the Camel Clutch by reaching the ropes. The Phoenix hit the Capture Suplex Shawn Arrows slipped out the back of the Eternal Requiem. Shawn Arrows climbs the turnbuckles. Shawn Arrows hit the Second Rope Rana Shawn Arrows picks up The Phoenix from behind. Shawn Arrows hit the Super Shot DDT Shawn Arrows picks up The Phoenix. A stalemate happens as neither competitor can take the advantage. Shawn Arrows hit the Springboard Body Press Shawn Arrows picks up The Phoenix. Shawn Arrows throws The Phoenix to ringside. The Phoenix moved and the Plancha Dive missed! BOB SINCLAIR: Arrows crashed and burned there; there was a sickening thud as he landed on the mats outside! The referee begins counting the competitors out. The Phoenix gets into the ring. The Phoenix leaves the ring. Shawn Arrows recovers and stands up. The referee begins counting the competitors out. The Phoenix gets into the ring. The Phoenix leaves the ring. The referee begins counting the competitors out. The Phoenix gets into the ring. The Phoenix leaves the ring. The referee begins counting the competitors out. Shawn Arrows counters by fighting back. Shawn Arrows drags The Phoenix back into the ring. FRANKIE GARNETT: Thank you, Arrows, for finally forcing him to decide whether to stay in or go out! The Running Dropkick was countered into a Backdrop. The Phoenix picks up Shawn Arrows from behind. Shawn Arrows slipped out of the Side Explosion Suplex. Shawn Arrows hit the Super Shot DDT Shawn Arrows used the Arabian Press The referee begins the count... 1! 2! Kick Out Just After Two! The High Knee was countered into a Kick To Knee. The Phoenix hit the Slingshot Suplex The referee begins the count... 1! 2! Kick Out! Shawn Arrows counters by reversing on The Phoenix. Shawn Arrows hit the Corner Dropkick Shawn Arrows picks up The Phoenix. The Phoenix moved and the Running Dropkick missed! Shawn Arrows slipped out of the Eternal Requiem. Shawn Arrows hit the High Knee The Phoenix counters by fighting back. The Phoenix hit the Vertical Suplex The Phoenix picks up Shawn Arrows from behind. The Phoenix hit the Side Explosion Suplex The Phoenix picks up Shawn Arrows. The Phoenix hit the Capture Suplex The Phoenix takes a moment to rub his sore neck, apparently in pain. The Phoenix picks up Shawn Arrows from behind. The Phoenix hit the Hammerlock Shoulder Breaker The Phoenix picks up Shawn Arrows. The Slingshot Suplex was countered into a Sunset Flip. The referee begins the count... 1! Kick Out! Shawn Arrows hit the Face Plant Shawn Arrows climbs the turnbuckles. Shawn Arrows hit the Top Rope Diving Rana Shawn Arrows climbs the turnbuckles. The Phoenix shook the ropes to stop the Half Senton Bomb. Shawn Arrows counters by kicking The Phoenix away. Shawn Arrows hit the Flying Body Press The referee begins the count... 1! 2! This Could Be It! The referee's hand starts coming down... 3! FRANKIE GARNETT: That's more like it! AMELIA WILLIAMS: Here is your winner, at seventeen minutes and ten seconds...Shawn Arrows! BOB SINCLAIR: Arrows keeps his slim dreams of a playoff run alive with that win. FRANKIE GARNETT: He might not make it, but he's still better than that fat piece of lard in the ring, Bob! BETA DIVISION: Tarik Nolan (5-4) vs. SGRaaize (3-6) "Regulate" hits the speakers to signify that the next match is about to begin. Amelia Williams: Our next contest is a Beta Division bout scheduled for one fall! Introducing first...from Shreveport , Louisiana , weighing 292 pounds...Tarik Nolan! Bob Sinclair: While a loss will not kill Tarik's chances for the playoffs, a win would really solidify his position for the last four weeks. Frankie Garnett: He's a match behind both Maynard and Breaker for the best record in the division, but first he needs to worry about tonight. The Portugese national anthem hits, drawing a fervent chorus of boos from the crowd. Amelia Williams: His opponent, from Portugal , weighing 231 pounds...SGRaaize! Bob Sinclair: Raaize got what some would call an upset win last week against Diamond, but he still needs help. Frankie Garnett: No kidding. He needs a win and a Breaker win to keep himself in the race. Tarik Nolan hit the Toss To Corner Tarik Nolan hit the Corner Elbow Tarik Nolan hit the Corner Ten Punch Tarik Nolan hit the Repeated Shoulder Ram SGRaaize rushed the Power Taunt. SGRaaize hit the Punch SGRaaize hit the Side Headlock Takedown SGRaaize hit the Elbow Drop On Knee SGRaaize hit the Face Stepping SGRaaize applied the Choke Hold SGRaaize applied the Rear Chinlock SGRaaize hit the Knee Pull SGRaaize applied the Single Leg Grapevine SGRaaize applied the Single Leg Boston Crab SGRaaize climbs the turnbuckles. SGRaaize hit the Second Rope Fist Drop A stalemate happens as neither competitor can take the advantage. SGRaaize picks up Tarik Nolan. The Triple Forearm Blow was countered into a Shooter Takedown. Tarik Nolan hit the Mounted Punch Flurry SGRaaize slipped out of the Headbutt To Groin. SGRaaize hit the Hammerlock Kick SGRaaize climbs the turnbuckles. SGRaaize hit the Flying Double Axe Handle A stalemate happens as neither competitor can take the advantage. Tarik Nolan counters by reversing on SGRaaize. Tarik Nolan hit the Powerslam SGRaaize slipped out of the Rear Naked Punch Flurry. Nolan tastes the Portugal Lariat, and could be on the verge of losing! The referee begins the count... 1! 2! This Could Be It! The referee's hand starts coming down... 3! FRANKIE GARNETT: The hell?! AMELIA WILLIAMS: Here is your winner, at four minutes and fifty seconds...SGRaaize! BOB SINCLAIR: Raaize comes up huge in the clutch, and stays alive in the Beta Division! FRANKIE GARNETT: Man, I wouldn't want to be near Tarik when he comes to.... BETA DIVISION: Robbie Maynard (6-3) vs. Breaker (6-3) The opening guitar riffs of Metallica's "Master of Puppets" hits the speakers as the first participant of the contest comes out. Amelia Williams: This match is a Beta Division match scheduled for one fall! Approaching the ring, from Liverpool , England , weighing 251 pounds...Robbie Maynard! Bob Sinclair: Of the two men in this match, Maynard has the most to lose. A loss to Breaker not only takes him out of the Beta Division lead, but also out of the top four due to losing to Nuclear Templeton a couple of weeks ago. Frankie Garnett: For a guy who started 4-0, that’s the last thing I expected! Once again the silence is shattered, this time by Slipknot's "Wait and Bleed." Amelia Williams: His opponent, weighing 251 pounds...Breaker! Bob Sinclair: Breaker looking to surprise Maynard here and avenge his week two loss to Robbie in one fell swoop. Frankie Garnett: And right now, Bob, this would be the biggest win of the season for Breaker if he can pull it off! Breaker hit the Eye Gouge The referee warns that that was illegal. Breaker hit the Elbow Strike Breaker hit the Bell Clap Breaker hit the Jab Punch Breaker hit the Eye Gouge The referee warns that that was illegal. Breaker hit the Fireman's Spin Breaker hit the Punch The Mongolian Chop was countered into a Open Handed Slap. Robbie Maynard applied the Front Facelock Robbie Maynard hit the Kick To Gut Breaker took the blow, but just shrugs it off and goes on the attack. Breaker hit the Bell Clap The Throat Thrust was countered into a Knife Edge Chop. Robbie Maynard hit the Stomp Robbie Maynard applied the Arm Bar Robbie Maynard hit the Seated Back Kick Robbie Maynard hit the Stomp Robbie Maynard hit the Elbow Drop Breaker blocked the Single Leg Grapevine Breaker recovers and stands up. The Vertical Suplex was countered into a Elbow Blow. A stalemate happens as neither competitor can take the advantage. Breaker hit the Punch Breaker hit the Bell Clap A stalemate happens as neither competitor can take the advantage. The High Knee was countered into a Drop Toe Hold. Robbie Maynard hit the Headbutt To Groin Breaker blocked the Legdrop To Groin. Robbie Maynard applied the Single Leg Grapevine BOB SINCLAIR: Maynard slow and methodical with his offense so far; it’s what has gotten him to this point. FRANKIE GARNETT: He’s gotta watch out for Breaker’s power, though. Robbie Maynard hit the Headbutt To Groin The referee was not happy with that move. Robbie Maynard picks up Breaker from behind. Breaker slipped out the back of the Running Bulldog. A stalemate happens as neither competitor can take the advantage. Breaker hit the Snap Backbreaker Breaker hit the Headbutt To Groin The referee was not happy with that move. Breaker picks up Robbie Maynard from behind. Robbie Maynard broke the Neckbreaker. Robbie Maynard hit the Belly To Belly Suplex Breaker slipped out of the Legdrop To Groin. Breaker hit the DDT Robbie Maynard moved and the Snap Driving Elbow missed! Breaker broke the Stop the Ferry by reaching the ropes. Breaker slipped out of the Small Package. Breaker hit the High Knee Breaker hit the Headbutt To Groin The referee was not happy with that move. Breaker hit the Snap Driving Elbow Breaker climbs the turnbuckles. Breaker hit the Second Rope Fist Drop Breaker picks up Robbie Maynard. Robbie Maynard slipped out of the Dream Breaker. Breaker broke the Merseyside Maul. Robbie Maynard counters by fighting back. The Slingshot Suplex was countered into a Elbow Strike. Robbie Maynard broke the Powerbomb by falling on top. The referee begins the count... 1! 2! Kick Out! Breaker slipped out of the Head And Arm Suplex. Robbie Maynard blocked the Dream Breaker. Robbie Maynard slipped out the back of the Small Package. Breaker moved and the Field Goal Low Blow missed! Breaker hit the 99 Crusher The referee begins the count... 1! 2! Kick Out! FRANKIE GARNETT: A heartbeat away from a new division leader! Breaker nearly had him there! BOB SINCLAIR: Maynard’s been through worse though; one has to wonder if he can battle back again. Robbie Maynard broke the Dream Breaker by falling on top. The referee begins the count... 1! 2! This Could Be It! The referee's hand starts coming down... Kick Out At The Last Second! FRANKIE GARNETT: How humiliating would that have been, to lose to a reversed finisher like that? Breaker slipped out of the Slingshot Suplex. Breaker climbs the turnbuckles. Breaker hit the Flying Double Axe Handle Robbie Maynard broke the Dream Breaker by falling on top. The referee begins the count... 1! 2! This Could Be It! The referee's hand starts coming down... Kick Out At The Last Second! Robbie Maynard hit the Head And Arm Suplex The referee begins the count... 1! 2! This Could Be It! The referee's hand starts coming down... Kick Out At The Last Second! FRANKIE GARNETT: Breaker is playing with fire here, Bob! One of these times there won’t be a split second difference, it will be too late! BOB SINCLAIR: Still, Frankie, Breaker’s getting as much rest as he can before kicking out. It might not be much, but it could add up in the long run. Breaker slipped out of the Merseyside Maul. Robbie Maynard slipped out of the 99 Crusher. Breaker blocked the Small Package. Breaker slipped out of the Head And Arm Suplex. Robbie Maynard blocked the Dream Breaker. Breaker hit the High Knee Breaker picks up Robbie Maynard. Robbie Maynard slipped out the back of the Dream Breaker. Breaker slipped out of the Merseyside Maul. Breaker hit the Face Plant Robbie Maynard broke the Dream Breaker by falling on top. The referee begins the count... 1! 2! This Could Be It! The referee's hand starts coming down... Kick Out At The Last Second! Robbie Maynard takes a moment to rub his sore neck, apparently in pain. A stalemate happens as neither competitor can take the advantage. Robbie Maynard climbs the turnbuckles. Robbie Maynard hit the Flying Body Press The referee begins the count... 1! 2! This Could Be It! The referee's hand starts coming down... Kick Out At The Last Second! FRANKIE GARNETT: It keeps getting closer and closer, Bob! I’m telling ya, all it’s going to take is one momentary lapse! The Slingshot Suplex was countered into a Bell Clap. Breaker hit the Small Package The referee begins the count... 1! 2! Kick Out! Breaker whips Robbie Maynard into the ropes. A stalemate happens as neither competitor can take the advantage. Breaker hit the High Knee Breaker hit the Headbutt To Groin Breaker hit the Snap Driving Elbow Breaker picks up Robbie Maynard. Dream Breaker! Robbie Maynard is in a world of trouble! 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 14:50...Breaker! FRANKIE GARNETT: New leader! New leader, and Maynard is now on the outside looking in! BOB SINCLAIR: We’ll find out next week how well this will go over, but until then we’re out of time! Good night from Belfast, folks! **NOTE FROM THE LEAGUE DIRECTOR** I’m writing this just before heading out for the evening. I’ll post a full show recap when I post Beyond Ringside this week instead of trying to rush it here. Your pages will also be updated just before Beyond Ringside is posted, and a little post-show incident will be covered there too, so make sure you stay tuned! I will at least post the week eleven card here for those of you who want to predict early: QUICK PREDICTION SHEET: WEEK ELEVEN (Scotland, UK) Breaker (7-3, 6%) vs. Nuclear Templeton (6-4, 15%) GAMMA DIVISION: Sean (7-3, 9%) vs. Diamond (4-6, 15%) SGRaaize (4-6, 15%) vs. The British Warrior (6-4, 12%) GAMMA DIVISION: Johnny Triumph (4-6, 15%) vs. Shawn Arrows (4-6, 15%) FIRST BLOOD: Robbie Maynard (6-4, 15%) vs. The Phoenix (2-8, 15%) Tarik Nolan (5-5, 15%) vs. Maxx Skabb (5-5, 15%) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
i effin rule Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 Apologies for being MIA this past week. Just got home from Florida and couldn't get steady internet access while there. I'm officially back though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaded Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 Worryingly, I was 4-0 before I sent in any training messages, and am 2-4 since - help!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek B Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 Worryingly, I was 4-0 before I sent in any training messages, and am 2-4 since - help!! I changed up my moveset 3 matches ago.... and since then I seem to have developed an allergy to the figure 4 and any variation of it. Nuclear just seems to have crumbled in recent weeks for no obvious reason and it's making me very sad. Still, given we're all starting from 0 it's not like there was much seperating us, bad luck has to balance out against the good luck I started with... I was just hoping it wouldn't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShadowedFlames Posted August 7, 2010 Author Share Posted August 7, 2010 Worryingly, I was 4-0 before I sent in any training messages, and am 2-4 since - help!! I'll trade you. I'd kill for a winning record! EDIT: Content! Season One, Week Eleven August 7, 2010 http://i986.photobucket.com/albums/ae344/ShadowedFlames/GDS%20League%20Stuff/BeyondRingsideBanner.jpg Hello once again, League fans! Tori Montgomery here, and last night proved to be a night of so-called upsets all around the League. We'll cover that, and more, as usual. By request of Commissioner Colt Marshall, the Comments from Ringside section will be held off until the final week of the regular season, in order to better talk about current events. With that, we’ll go right into... WEEK TEN: SHOW RECAP 1. Diamond (4-6) def. Maxx Skabb (5-5) * Time of match: 8:30 * Match Rating: F * Winner's offense: 56% 2. Sean (7-3) def. Nuclear Templeton (6-4) * Time of match: 5:30 * Match Rating: F * Winner's Offense: 50% 3. British Warrior (6-4) def. Johnny Triumph (4-6) * Time of match: 17:10 * Match Rating: B * Winner's Offense: 68% * Triumph's leg health was at 43% at match's end. I still don't know how he got out of four Figure Fours before the fifth got him. 4. Shawn Arrows (4-6) def. The Phoenix (2-8) * Time of match: 17:10 * Match Rating: B- * Winner's Offense: 53% 5. BETA DIVISION: SGRaaize (4-6) def. Tarik Nolan (5-5) * Time of match: 4:50 * Match Rating: F * Winner's Offense: 70% 6. BETA DIVISION: Breaker (7-3) def. Robbie Maynard (6-4) * Time of match: 14:50 * Match Rating: A* * Winner's Offense: 61% * Match of the Night, though Warrior-Triumph was making a run at it. This is the first MotN award for both Breaker and Maynard. SEASON STANDINGS AFTER WEEK TEN ALPHA DIVISION 1. The British Warrior (6-4, 2.60 / C- match rating) 2. Nuclear Templeton (6-4, 3.80 / C match rating) 3. Maxx Skabb (5-5, 5.20 / C+ match rating) 4. The Phoenix (2-8, 4.60 / C+ match rating) With Warrior’s 2-0 record against Templeton, he has the tiebreaker and assumes the Alpha Division lead. BETA DIVISION 1. Breaker (7-3, 4.30 / C match rating) 2. Robbie Maynard (6-4, 4.10 / C match rating) 3. Tarik Nolan (5-5, 3.00 / C- match raing) 4. SGRaaize (4-6, 3.80 / C match rating) New division leader here too, as Breaker ends the nine-week stranglehold that Robbie Maynard had on this division. GAMMA DIVISION 1. Sean (7-3, 4.00 / C match rating) 2. Shawn Arrows (4-6, 5.00 / C+ match rating) 3. Diamond (4-6, 6.00 / B- match rating) 4. Johnny Triumph (4-6, 6.00 / B- match rating) First tie-breaker (head to head) doesn’t apply as Arrows and Triumph have not faced each other. Second tie-breaker (divisional record) goes to Arrows at 3-1. Both Diamond and Triumph are 1-3. Third tie-breaker for Triumph and Diamond (match rating) is a wash, both are at 6.00 / B-. It comes down to the final tie-breaker (season earnings), which Diamond wins by just one picture of Andrew Jackson (or $20, for our non-American friends). This is the first time the tie-breaker has had to go this deep to break a deadlock. THE HUNT FOR SEPTEMBER: THE PLAYOFF CHASE THE LEADERS... #1 Seed: Sean (7-3, 3-1 Gamma Division, 4.00 Match Rating) * Three match lead, four matches left in the regular season. It’s almost assured that Sean is in the playoffs barring a disastrous run. He moves up one spot from last week. * Next opponents: Diamond (4-6), Breaker (7-3) #2 Seed: Breaker (7-3, 3-1 Beta Division, 4.30 Match Rating) * A win over Robbie Maynard jumps Breaker from the wild card to the number two slot, a gain of two positions. * Next opponents: Nuclear Templeton (6-4), Sean (7-3) #3 Seed: The British Warrior (6-4, 4-0 Alpha Division, 2.60 Match Rating) * After last week, Warrior finds himself in the top four and vying for a playoff spot. Two-position gain for the Brit, who has a seemingly easy schedule in the next two weeks, though the second match could prove to be tricky. * Next opponents: SGRaaize (4-6), Maxx Skabb (5-5) THE WILD CARD... Wild Card (#4 Seed): Nuclear Templeton (6-4, 2-2 Alpha Division, 3.80 Match Rating) * Templeton falls one spot, but has the tie-breaker over fellow 6-4 record holder Robbie Maynard due to their week seven match in Montreal. He has a tough match next but gets a break in London. * Next opponents: Breaker (7-3), The Phoenix (2-8) AND THE FOLLOWERS... On the Brink: Robbie Maynard (6-4, 3-1 Beta Division, 4.10 Match Rating) * The #1 seed last week falls four spots to #5, and out of the playoff positions, following his loss to Breaker last week. His schedule is one of the easiest in the next two weeks; I don't see him being here too long. * Next opponents: First Blood vs. The Phoenix (2-8), Shawn Arrows (4-6) On the brink: Maxx Skabb (5-4, 2-2 Alpha Division, 5.78 Match Rating) * Skabb remains at #6, his divisional record still the tie-breaker. He's one match behind the top two in the Alpha Division, and controls his fate with a pair of very important matches ahead. * Next opponents: Tarik Nolan (5-5), British Warrior (6-4) On the Brink: Tarik Nolan (5-5, 1-3 Beta Division, 3.00 Match Rating) * Still checking in at #7, Nolan's chances did not improve much with his loss last week, but being one match out of the wild card at the moment, he's still got a shot. * Next opponents: Maxx Skabb (5-5), Diamond (4-6) Needs Help: Shawn Arrows (4-6, 3-1 Gamma Division, 5.00 Match Rating) * Up two spots to #8, Arrows still needs a lot of help to make the wild card, and a miracle to win the Gamma Division. If he wins this week, his week twelve matchup stands to be the one to ruin the season. * Next opponents: Johnny Triumph (4-6), Robbie Maynard (6-4) Needs Help: Diamond (4-6, 1-3 Gamma Division, 6.00 Match Rating) * Up two spots to #9, she gets a minor upgrade in status, though her schedule still limits her chances in my opinion. She's not Queen of the Upset for nothing, though, and could still surprise people. * Next opponents: Sean (7-3), Tarik Nolan (5-5) Basically Eliminated: Johnny Triumph (4-6, 1-3 Gamma Division, 6.00 Match Rating) * Down three spots to #10, Triumph now finds himself all but done for the season. A weak-looking schedule may give him a chance yet, though. * Next opponents: Shawn Arrows (4-6), SGRaaize (4-6) Basically Eliminated: SGRaaize (3-6, 1-3 Beta Division, 3.80 Match Rating) * Down two spots to #11, Raaize is in the same scenario as Triumph as his season is all but over at this point. * Next opponents: British Warrior (6-4), Johnny Triumph (4-6) Eliminated: The Phoenix (2-8, 0-4 Alpha Division, 4.60 Match Rating) * He's not getting out of last place, folks. * Next opponents: First Blood vs. Robbie Maynard (6-4), Nuclear Templeton (6-4) NEWS AND NOTES CHANGES IN POPULARITY—NORTHERN UK 1. Robbie Maynard: 24 -> 26.5452 2. Breaker: 15 -> 20.8715 3. British Warrior: 15 -> 19.3175 4. Shawn Arrows: 15 -> 18.4763 5. Johnny Triumph: 15 -> 15.6995 6. The Phoenix: 15 -> 15.3733 7. SGRaaize: 15 -> 14.9217 8. Sean: 15 -> 14.5250 9. Diamond: 15 -> 13.2260 10. Tarik Nolan: 15 -> 11.7283 11. Nuclear Templeton: 15 -> 11.5250 12. Maxx Skabb: 15 -> 10.1240 BREAKING NEWS I've just received word that an incident occurred after the show went off the air. League cameras did capture the event, and we'll go to footage of it now. Exterior: Car Park at Odyssey Stadium, Belfast Coming out of the arena is Robbie Maynard, a scowl on his face after his loss to Breaker earlier in the night. Security trails him by about five paces. Off-screen, a bit of commotion is heard, as SGRaaize tries to close in on Maynard but is being held back by security. Raaize screams something in Portuguese, which is sub-titled at the bottom of the screen as "I should have beat you two weeks ago." As Maynard's security heads over to help restrain Raaize, the large figure of Nuclear Templeton emerges from the left side of the shot, blasting Maynard in the head with what appears to be a lead pipe. Maynard falls in a heap, and Templeton gets in five or six quick punches to the head before three groups of security come in to pull Nuclear away. Nuclear Templeton: You aren't making the playoffs, Robbie! Not while I have a say in it! The group of ten security personnel forcibly push Templeton back as Maynard slowly gets to his feet, shaking his head to clear the cobwebs. He manages to steady his walk by the time he gets to his vehicle, and climbs in. The camera pans over to where Nuclear is finally calming down, and turns from the security goons to head towards his own vehicle. The roaring of an engine is he only clue as to what's coming next, as Nuclear dives between a pair of parked vehicles as Maynard drives by at a high rate of speed. The last image we see is Maynard's hand sticking out the right side window, middle finger extended in the air as he rounds a corner and vanishes from view. ...As you can see, ladies and gents, the season is becoming incredibly heated. Colt Marshall has already said that Maynard and Templeton are banned from being within fifty meters of each other, and has stressed that he will enforce this edict with sanctions including ineligibility from the playoffs. If either of these men know what's good for their careers, they will obey that verdict for the next month...or at least, I would hope they would. PREDICTION CENTRAL No two people ended up with the same amount of correct guesses this week, which means that once again we have an outright leader. Miss moon_lit_tears got the most correct with five, while Mr. masterded did not earn a single point this week, and I only earned one. With five weeks of predictions remaining, here are the season standings: 1. moon_lit_tears: 36 points 2. SeanMcG: 35 points 3. derek_b: 32 points 4. Prophet: 31 points 5. Tori Montgomery: 29 points 6. I effin rule: 21 points 7. masterded: 20 points 8. Wrestling Century: 7 points 9. MichiganHero: 6 points 10. Zeel1: 4 points Kilts are the dress code this week as Glasgow's Firhill Stadium hosts The League for the eleventh week of the season. The 11,000-seat outdoor stadium is already sold out, and buzz is building over a couple of key matchups this week. Let's get to it! WEEK ELEVEN: GLASGOW, SCOTLAND (UK) (Regular match, can be stopped for blood loss, no ref bumps allowed) Breaker (7-3, 6%) vs. Nuclear Templeton (6-4, 15%) Starting off the night with one of the major bouts. Templeton is angry, and he's more well-known in Scotland. Honestly, I do not like Breaker's chances in this one. Tori's Prediction: Nuclear Templeton, via pinfall (Armageddon Lariat), 9:00, E GAMMA DIVISION: Sean (7-3, 9%) vs. Diamond (4-6, 15%) A win for Sean eliminates two people from division title contention. Diamond's in front of her home crowd, though, and although she was just a lower midcard worker in her regional federation, I think she'll come through for her hometown fans and pull out a win. Tori's Prediction: Diamond, via pinfall (Diamond in the Sky), 13:40, C- SGRaaize (4-6, 15%) vs. The British Warrior (6-4, 12%) Warrior has finally gotten into the Alpha Division lead. He's not going to give it up this quick. Tori's Prediction: British Warrior, via submission (Figure Four Leg Lock), 8:10, D GAMMA DIVISION: Johnny Triumph (4-6, 15%) vs. Shawn Arrows (4-6, 15%) Loser here is all but eliminated from the divisional title hunt. Calling a minor upset once again. Tori's Prediction: Shawn Arrows, via pinfall (Slingshot Legdrop), 11:40, B- FIRST BLOOD: Robbie Maynard (6-4, 15%) vs. The Phoenix (2-8, 15%) Really, do I have to explain this one? Tori's Prediction: Robbie Maynard, via blood-letting (Seated Knuckle Punches), 14:20, C+ Tarik Nolan (5-5, 15%) vs. Maxx Skabb (5-5, 15%) Match of the Night. Both men want this win. I can't make a prediction. Coin flip makes it... Tori's Prediction: Maxx Skabb, via pinfall (Lethal Injection), 23:50, A Until next time from London, this is Tori Montgomery...so long from ringside! QUICK PREDICTION SHEET: WEEK ELEVEN (Scotland, UK) Breaker (7-3, 6%) vs. Nuclear Templeton (6-4, 15%) GAMMA DIVISION: Sean (7-3, 9%) vs. Diamond (4-6, 15%) SGRaaize (4-6, 15%) vs. The British Warrior (6-4, 12%) GAMMA DIVISION: Johnny Triumph (4-6, 15%) vs. Shawn Arrows (4-6, 15%) FIRST BLOOD: Robbie Maynard (6-4, 15%) vs. The Phoenix (2-8, 15%) Tarik Nolan (5-5, 15%) vs. Maxx Skabb (5-5, 15%) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moon_lit_tears Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 SF I'm going to strangle you. YOu sent that to Yahoo not MSN. Yahoo put a line break in after EVER LINE. I had to sit here and fix all of that.... Breaker (7-3, 6%) vs. Nuclear Templeton (6-4, 15%) GAMMA DIVISION: Sean (7-3, 9%) vs. Diamond (4-6, 15%) SGRaaize (4-6, 15%) vs. The British Warrior (6-4, 12%) GAMMA DIVISION: Johnny Triumph (4-6, 15%) vs. Shawn Arrows (4-6, 15%) FIRST BLOOD: Robbie Maynard (6-4, 15%) vs. The Phoenix (2-8, 15%) Tarik Nolan (5-5, 15%) vs. Maxx Skabb (5-5, 15%) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShadowedFlames Posted August 7, 2010 Author Share Posted August 7, 2010 SF I'm going to strangle you. YOu sent that to Yahoo not MSN. Yahoo put a line break in after EVER LINE. I had to sit here and fix all of that.... Sorry. I didn't know it would do that. If you'd have told me that I'd have said to just wait and I'd have done it when I got in at 11:30 last night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moon_lit_tears Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 Sorry. I didn't know it would do that. If you'd have told me that I'd have said to just wait and I'd have done it when I got in at 11:30 last night. Tiz good. I had soooo much fun fixing line breaks while on the phone with the chick in Mi telling her about pips and mana bottles....lol Anyway off to get dressed... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SGRaaize Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 Holy ****, what happened? Did I really win the match? So my super-special-secret-training is working after all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek B Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 I should send in my roleblock against MLT... seems to be the only way I'm gonna even have a chance at winning, and that's assuming Sean does badly too. Breaker (7-3, 6%) vs. Nuclear Templeton (6-4, 15%) GAMMA DIVISION: Sean (7-3, 9%) vs. Diamond (4-6, 15%) SGRaaize (4-6, 15%) vs. The British Warrior (6-4, 12%) GAMMA DIVISION: Johnny Triumph (4-6, 15%) vs. Shawn Arrows (4-6, 15%) FIRST BLOOD: Robbie Maynard (6-4, 15%) vs. The Phoenix (2-8, 15%) Tarik Nolan (5-5, 15%) vs. Maxx Skabb (5-5, 15%) Predictions are hard, I tend to just pick where I want results to go. Without knowing what people's stats actually are it's mostly luck in what is happening anyways. Still... Nuclear is working on his allergy to the figure 4 so hopefully he'll do better this time out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prophet Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 Hmm ... mlt posts the results, and Maxx gets decimated by Diamond? I smells conspiracy! Or Maxx stinks worse than a skunk at a dump, whatever. lol Breaker (7-3, 6%) vs. Nuclear Templeton (6-4, 15%) GAMMA DIVISION: Sean (7-3, 9%) vs. Diamond (4-6, 15%) SGRaaize (4-6, 15%) vs. The British Warrior (6-4, 12%) GAMMA DIVISION: Johnny Triumph (4-6, 15%) vs. Shawn Arrows (4-6, 15%) FIRST BLOOD: Robbie Maynard (6-4, 15%) vs. The Phoenix (2-8, 15%) Tarik Nolan (5-5, 15%) vs. Maxx Skabb (5-5, 15%) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moon_lit_tears Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 I should send in my roleblock against MLT... seems to be the only way I'm gonna even have a chance at winning, and that's assuming Sean does badly too. If SF's modkill didn't work what makes you think your silly roleblock will work? daykill Derek Mines better. Hmm ... mlt posts the results, and Maxx gets decimated by Diamond? I smells conspiracy! Pffft. You got whooped by a girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShadowedFlames Posted August 8, 2010 Author Share Posted August 8, 2010 daykill Derek Sorry, Derek, I gotta do this. Too good to pass up. Derek_b is dead. He was Rinoa Heartilly, Dark Omen Aligned Controlled Sorceress. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moon_lit_tears Posted August 8, 2010 Share Posted August 8, 2010 Sorry, Derek, I gotta do this. Too good to pass up. Derek_b is dead. He was Rinoa Heartilly, Dark Omen Aligned Controlled Sorceress. Score!!!!!!!!!!! MLT 2-0 Derek!!! Man I'm winning here too looks like the prediction list all over again!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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