WWF 1998: Welcome To The Attitude Era

Dawn · September 16, 2013

<p>Another card like the real-life one (Except for the Kurrgan match), but i will do some twists that i think that you guys are going to like, and then as i end some real-life storylines you guys may see my vision, but i'm going a bit like IRL on the Road to WrestleMania. Remember: This is the go home show before the Rumble. Shotgun (Quick results) may be posted today, and i have HUGE news too.</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center"><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="36691" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div style="text-align:center"><div><span style="font-family:Tahoma"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><strong>Raw is War 01/12/1998 card</strong></span></span><p><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> </span><span style="font-family:Tahoma"><strong>The New Age Outlaws vs. The Headbangers vs. The Godwinns vs. The Truth Commission (Recon & Sniper) (w/Kurrgan and The Jackyl)</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> Comment:</span></p><p><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> </span><span style="font-family:Tahoma"><strong>Kurrgan (w/The Jackyl) vs. Chainz</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> Comment:</span></p><p><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> </span><span style="font-family:Tahoma"><strong>Vader vs. Marc Mero (w/Sable)</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> Comment:</span></p><p><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> </span><span style="font-family:Tahoma"><strong>Ken Shamrock & Mark Henry vs. Nation of Domination (D'Lo Brown & The Rock) (w/Faarooq and Kama)</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> Comment:</span></p><p><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> </span><span style="font-family:Tahoma"><strong>The Disciples of Apocalypse (w/Chainz) vs. ??? (A Surprise NWA Team, brought to you by Jim Cornette) (w/Jim Cornette)</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> Comment:</span></p><p><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> </span><span style="font-family:Tahoma"><strong>Los Boricuas (Jesus & Savio) vs. Scott Taylor & TAKA Michinoku</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> Comment:</span></p><p><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> </span><span style="font-family:Tahoma"><strong>Mankind vs. (The Artist Formerly Known As) Goldust (w/Luna Vachon)</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> Comment:</span></p><p><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> 1 Extra Point for the ones who guess the mystery team that is going to face the DOA:</span></p><p><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> Fun Fan Signs:</span></p></div></div><div></div></blockquote></div><p></p>

Russelrules44 · September 16, 2013

<p><strong>The New Age Outlaws</strong> vs. The Headbangers vs. The Godwinns vs. The Truth Commission (Recon & Sniper) (w/Kurrgan and The Jackyl)</p><p>

Comment: OH YOU DIDN'T KNOW? YO ASS BETTAH CALL SOMEBODY!</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Kurrgan</strong> (w/The Jackyl) vs. Chainz</p><p>

Comment: Chainz?...What's that?</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Vader</strong> vs. Marc Mero (w/Sable)</p><p>

Comment: Squash.</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Ken Shamrock & Mark Henry</strong> vs. Nation of Domination (D'Lo Brown & The Rock) (w/Faarooq and Kama)</p><p>

Comment: I'm all in the market for your version of The Rock...but for now, unless you somehow have Mark Henry turn on Ken Shamrock, I'm going for them.</p><p> </p><p>

The Disciples of Apocalypse (w/Chainz) vs. ??? <strong>(A Surprise NWA Team, brought to you by Jim Cornette) (w/Jim Cornette)</strong></p><p>

Comment: D.O.A just isn't ready yet.</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Los Boricuas (Jesus & Savio)</strong> vs. Scott Taylor & TAKA Michinoku</p><p>

Comment: Hola senors! Los Boricuas get the victoria!</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Mankind</strong> vs. (The Artist Formerly Known As) Goldust (w/Luna Vachon)</p><p>

Comment: Mankind is nearly in the prime of his career, Put him over.</p><p> </p><p>

1 Extra Point for the ones who guess the mystery team that is going to face the DOA: IDK! The Andersons?</p><p>

Fun Fan Signs: The Only Racism in the WWF I see is YOU Farooq!</p>

Beejus · September 16, 2013

<p><em>The New Age Outlaws</em> vs. The Headbangers vs. The Godwinns vs. The Truth Commission (Recon & Sniper) (w/Kurrgan and The Jackyl)</p><p>

Comment: <em>That's a lot of teams for the Outlaws to go over all at once.</em></p><p> </p><p>

<em>Kurrgan</em> (w/The Jackyl) vs. Chainz</p><p>

Comment: <em>Screw Kurrgan, push Don Callis.</em></p><p> </p><p>

<em>Vader</em> vs. Marc Mero (w/Sable)</p><p>

Comment: <em>VADAH TIME</em></p><p> </p><p>

Ken Shamrock & Mark Henry vs. <em>Nation of Domination (D'Lo Brown & The Rock)</em> (w/Faarooq and Kama)</p><p>

Comment: <em>Rocky gets the win to further drive the wedge in the NOD... also, if you stick true to life, I remember what happens here.</em></p><p> </p><p>

The Disciples of Apocalypse (w/Chainz) vs. <em>??? (A Surprise NWA Team, brought to you by Jim Cornette) (w/Jim Cornette)</em></p><p>

Comment: <em>The NWA need wins.</em></p><p> </p><p>

<em>Los Boricuas (Jesus & Savio)</em> vs. Scott Taylor & TAKA Michinoku</p><p>

Comment: <em>Bathroom break.</em></p><p> </p><p>

<em>Mankind</em> vs. (The Artist Formerly Known As) Goldust (w/Luna Vachon)</p><p>

Comment: <em>TAFKAG may be the great VinnieRu's legacy, but Mick is on his way up the ladder.</em></p><p> </p><p>

1 Extra Point for the ones who guess the mystery team that is going to face the DOA: <em>Rock 'n Roll Express</em></p><p>

Fun Fan Signs:</p><p>

Dawn · September 17, 2013

<p>1/10/1998: Shotgun + News</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center"><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/WWFShotgunSaturdayNight_zps654a5a65.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/WWFShotgunSaturdayNight_zps654a5a65.jpg</span></a><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div><div style="margin-left:25px"><span style="font-family:Tahoma"><span style="color:DarkGreen"><strong>Shotgun Saturday Night 01/10/1998</strong></span></span></div></p></div><p></p><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="36691" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="margin-left:25px"><span style="font-family:Tahoma">WWF Intercontinental Champion The Rock (w/D'Lo Brown) defeated Chainz (w/8-Ball and Skull) in a non-title match with a new move called Rock Bottom. </span></div><div style="margin-left:25px"><span style="font-family:Tahoma"><span style="color:DarkGreen"><strong>C+</strong></span></span></div><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> </span></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> After the match, The Rock hyped himself as the greatest Intercontinental Champion ever, and said that ''Kenny'' Shamrock has no chance at the Rumble. </span></div><div style="margin-left:25px"><span style="font-family:Tahoma"><span style="color:DarkGreen"><strong>A</strong></span></span></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> </span></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> Mosh (w/Thrasher) defeated Phineas I. Godwinn (w/Henry O. Godwinn) by DQ after Henry O. Godwinn attacked Mosh. After the match, Thrasher entered the ring and a huge brawl erupted. </span></div><div style="margin-left:25px"><span style="font-family:Tahoma"><span style="color:DarkGreen"><strong>D</strong></span></span></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> </span></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> A video was shown, hyping the feud between Vader and (The Artist Formerly Known As) Goldust. </span></div><div style="margin-left:25px"><span style="font-family:Tahoma"><span style="color:DarkGreen"><strong>C+</strong></span></span></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> </span></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> Kurrgan (w/The Jackyl) defeated Scott Taylor in a very quick match with the Kurrgan Shuffle. </span></div><div style="margin-left:25px"><span style="font-family:Tahoma"><span style="color:DarkGreen"><strong>E+</strong></span></span></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> </span></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> A video was shown, recapping the Stone Cold rampage on the last Raw is War. </span></div><div style="margin-left:25px"><span style="font-family:Tahoma"><span style="color:DarkGreen"><strong>B+</strong></span></span></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> </span></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> WWF Light Heavyweight Champion TAKA Michinoku defeated Scott Putski in a non-title match with the Michinoku Driver. </span></div><div style="margin-left:25px"><span style="font-family:Tahoma"><span style="color:DarkGreen"><strong>D</strong></span></span></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> </span></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> The same video about The Undertaker and Shawn Michaels shown on Raw was shown. </span></div><div style="margin-left:25px"><span style="font-family:Tahoma"><span style="color:DarkGreen"><strong>B+</strong></span></span></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> </span></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><span style="font-family:Tahoma"> Steve Blackman defeated Jose Estrada Jr. once again, with a German Suplex. </span></div><div style="margin-left:25px"><span style="font-family:Tahoma"><span style="color:DarkGreen"><strong>D+</strong></span></span></div></p></div></blockquote><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><div style="text-align:center"><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><span style="font-family:Tahoma"><span style="color:DarkGreen"><strong>OVERALL RATING: C</strong></span></span></div></p></div><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><div style="text-align:center"><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="36691" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div style="text-align:center"><div><div style="margin-left:25px"><span style="font-family:Arial Black">Huge News in the WWF!</span></div></div></div><div><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><span style="font-family:Arial Black"> </span></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><span style="font-family:Arial Black"> PWInsider reports that the WWF has signed a HUGE WCW Wrestler. This wrestler was previously in the WWF, but left for WCW some years ago, and was resigned this past week. This is a huge step for the WWF in the Monday Night Wars, as it was losing lots of wrestlers to WCW on the same way. Expect this wrestler to re-debut soon. </span></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><span style="font-family:Arial Black"> </span></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><span style="font-family:Arial Black"> </span></div></p><div style="text-align:center"><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><span style="font-family:Arial Black">And More:</span></div></p></div><p></p><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><span style="font-family:Arial Black"> </span></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><span style="font-family:Arial Black"> This WCW wrestler is not the only signing of the federation. The WWF has also signed The Honky Tonk Man to a Exclusive PPA contract, and the previously-mentioned NWA Tag Team that is about to debut in two days on Raw is War, against the DOA. 1998 seems to be a great year for the WWF.</span></div></p></div></blockquote></div><p></p>

Dawn · September 20, 2013

Alright, i've been busy this week, but this is nowhere near dead. The show might be up later today or tomorrow morning/afternoon. But then, as you wait, enjoy the second article. Short one for sure, but it's just a match hype one. This is not a bump, but then, i'm making the last call for the predictions.

January 11th, 1998.

Can ''Kenny'' Shamrock do it?

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Ken Shamrock has been called many things up to date. The Best MMA Fighter Ever, The World's Most Dangerous Man and ''Kenny'' Shamrock. But one thing that he needs to be called yet is a WWF Champion. And Shamrock has the chance to be called a champion this Sunday at the Royal Rumble. The task would be simple - if not for one obstacle.
The Rock
. The current WWF Intercontinental Champion has been breaking all hell loose since ''defeating'' Steve Austin for the gold back in December. Rock even has a weapon against Ken: Faarooq's Nation of Domination. The Rock is a member of the Nation himself, with some questionable acts against Faarooq being made by him over the past few weeks. The Rock is armed and dangerous for the war too, meaning that there will be casualties. On this Raw is War, Shamrock will have his own weapon, as he teams with the recently returned Mark Henry against Rock and D'Lo Brown of The Nation. It promises to be a big tag team clash to prelude the final confront in Shamrock vs. Rock. Want to know what is going to happen?

Tune in on Raw is War on Monday, and call in for the Royal Rumble on Sunday to see The Rock vs. Ken Shamrock and much more action.

The Lloyd · September 20, 2013

Raw is War 01/12/1998 card

The New Age Outlaws vs. The Headbangers vs. The Godwinns vs. The Truth Commission (Recon & Sniper) (w/Kurrgan and The Jackyl)

Comment: Has to be right?

Kurrgan (w/The Jackyl) vs. Chainz

Comment: "/ really?

Vader vs. Marc Mero (w/Sable)

Comment: Mero jobs here I think...

Ken Shamrock & Mark Henry vs. Nation of Domination (D'Lo Brown & The Rock) (w/Faarooq and Kama)

Comment: Is this how Henry joins the Nation?

The Disciples of Apocalypse (w/Chainz) vs. ??? (A Surprise NWA Team, brought to you by Jim Cornette) (w/Jim Cornette)

Comment: NWA team from Cornette? I think they'll win but I have no idea who they are...

Los Boricuas (Jesus & Savio) vs. Scott Taylor & TAKA Michinoku

Comment: This match is Too Cool... Indeed...!

Mankind vs. (The Artist Formerly Known As) Goldust (w/Luna Vachon)

Comment: Love it!

1 Extra Point for the ones who guess the mystery team that is going to face the DOA: No idea... I'm gonna sayyy... The Hardy Boys?

Fun Fan Signs: Welcome to, RAW, IS, FUNKDUST!!!

tg01 · September 22, 2013

The New Age Outlaws vs. <strong>The Headbangers</strong> vs. The Godwinns vs. The Truth Commission (Recon & Sniper) (w/Kurrgan and The Jackyl)</p><p>

Comment:</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Kurrgan</strong> (w/The Jackyl) vs. Chainz</p><p>

Comment:</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Vader</strong> vs. Marc Mero (w/Sable)</p><p>

Comment: As should be obvious from my diary, I'm a big fan of Vader so here's hoping he pummels the Marvelous one!</p><p> </p><p>

Ken Shamrock & Mark Henry vs. <strong>Nation of Domination </strong>(D'Lo Brown & The Rock) (w/Faarooq and Kama)</p><p>

Comment:</p><p> </p><p>

The Disciples of Apocalypse (w/Chainz) vs. <strong>???</strong> (A Surprise NWA Team, brought to you by Jim Cornette) (w/Jim Cornette)</p><p>

Comment: I'm going to go with the Rock and Roll Express as the team</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Los Boricuas (Jesus & Savio)</strong> vs. Scott Taylor & TAKA Michinoku</p><p>

Comment:</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Mankind</strong> vs. (The Artist Formerly Known As) Goldust (w/Luna Vachon)</p><p>

Comment:</p>

Ritchardo · September 22, 2013

<p><strong>The New Age Outlaws</strong> vs. The Headbangers vs. The Godwinns vs. The Truth Commission (Recon & Sniper) (w/Kurrgan and The Jackyl)</p><p>

Comment: Class apart.</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Kurrgan</strong> (w/The Jackyl) vs. Chainz</p><p>

Comment: Because Why Not?!</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Vader</strong> vs. Marc Mero (w/Sable)</p><p>

Comment: I can't stand Mero.</p><p> </p><p>

Ken Shamrock & Mark Henry vs. <strong>Nation of Domination</strong> (D'Lo Brown & The Rock) (w/Faarooq and Kama)</p><p>

Comment: I'm with the school of thought that expects a Henry turn around about here!</p><p> </p><p>

The Disciples of Apocalypse (w/Chainz) vs. <strong>???</strong> (A Surprise NWA Team, brought to you by Jim Cornette) (w/Jim Cornette)</p><p>

Comment: Always back a mystery!</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Los Boricuas</strong> (Jesus & Savio) vs. Scott Taylor & TAKA Michinoku</p><p>

Comment: Savio is the biggest name here.</p><p> </p><p>

Mankind vs. (The Artist Formerly Known As) <strong>Goldust</strong> (w/Luna Vachon)</p><p>

Comment: Tricky one but I'm plumping for Goldust... Perhaps two faces drop to TAFKAG only for the third one to pick up the win?</p>

Dawn · September 22, 2013

<p>First of all, i'm going to thank Beejus for nominating this for DOTM. Thank you, dude. I don't nominate in these things by now, i just vote in the polls. Then, welcome to the contest, tg01! Just in time as i finished writing the show when you predicted. I recommend you guys to read both Beejus' and tg's diaries, they are both awesome and made me get interested in the early 90's WCW much more than i was before. And finally, here it is, the go home show before the Royal Rumble.</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center"><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/WWFRawisWar_zpsdb1e2ff9.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/WWFRawisWar_zpsdb1e2ff9.jpg</span></a><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div><div style="margin-left:25px"><em><strong>WWF Raw is War</strong></em></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em> January 1998, Week 2</em></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em> Hilton Coliseum (Mid West)</em></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em> Attendance: 13,433</em></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em> Rating: B</em></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em> Announcers: Jim Ross and Jerry ''The King'' Lawler</em></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/JimRoss3_zps293c3608.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/JimRoss3_zps293c3608.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/JerryLawler6_zps99937c08.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/JerryLawler6_zps99937c08.jpg</span></a></p></div><p></p><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="36691" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center"><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/ShawnMichaels161_zpsa953de98.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/ShawnMichaels161_zpsa953de98.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/TripleH101_zpsb2d1657c.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/TripleH101_zpsb2d1657c.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/Chyna21_zpsd5fba0e4.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/Chyna21_zpsd5fba0e4.jpg</span></a></div><p></p><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> We open the show with D-Generation X being shown in a limo. Michaels says that he can't wait for the Royal Rumble, when he's finally going to kick The Undertaker's dead ass all over the arena to the casket. Triple H says sarcastically that he's still ''hurt'', but when he recovers, he will be more than happy to give Owen Hart a chance at his European Title. Michaels says that they are going to make a huge announcement later on tonight, regarding their beautiful group.</div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><div style="text-align:right"><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em>Rating: B+</em></div></p></div><p></p><p></p></div></blockquote><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="36691" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center"><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/MontySopp2_zps6bab1773.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/MontySopp2_zps6bab1773.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/JesseJames2_zps83cec239.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/JesseJames2_zps83cec239.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/vs_zpsa36f9a86.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/vs_zpsa36f9a86.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/Mosh_zps213eb64d.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/Mosh_zps213eb64d.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/Thrasher_zps773268b4.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/Thrasher_zps773268b4.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/vs_zpsa36f9a86.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/vs_zpsa36f9a86.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/HOG1_zps6045dfc5.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/HOG1_zps6045dfc5.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/PIG1_zps46885166.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/PIG1_zps46885166.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/vs_zpsa36f9a86.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/vs_zpsa36f9a86.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/Recon1_zps7227875f.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/Recon1_zps7227875f.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/Sniper1_zps16fd25ca.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/Sniper1_zps16fd25ca.jpg</span></a><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div><div style="margin-left:25px"><strong>The New Age Outlaws vs. The Headbangers vs. The Godwinns vs. The Truth Commission (w/Kurrgan and The Jackyl)</strong></div></p></div><p></p><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> A chaotic Fatal-4-Way like expected, in which every team got a bit of offense, and every team got a bit of punishment too. Many teams go on to use weapons when the referee is busy with something else, like the Godwinns hitting Mosh with a bucket in the middle of the match when the referee was trying to stop Kurrgan from entering the ring. The bottom line, though, was made by Billy Gunn when he nailed Phineas Godwinn with a chair in the back of the head, and hit a Fame Asser for the win. After the match, a graphic is shown, and we discover that the Legion of Doom is going to receive their re-rematch on Sunday.</div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><div style="text-align:right"><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em>Winners: The New Age Outlaws, at 10:05</em></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em> Rating: C-</em></div></p></div><p></p><p></p></div></blockquote><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="36691" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center"><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/SteveAustin101_zps87d36451.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/SteveAustin101_zps87d36451.jpg</span></a></div><p></p><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> We are back from the commercials, and Michael Cole is in the ring to interview Stone Cold! Austin comes in to a huge pop and poses in every corner, before turning to Cole and grabbing the microphone from him. Austin says that, on the past few weeks, he's been loaded with comments like ''Austin, you're going to die at the Royal Rumble'', ''Austin, everybody's gonna be gunning for you'' and ''Austin, you're a marked man''. Well, so he has a huge target on him, so what? Austin gets a pen from who knows where, and draws a bullseye on his chest. Austin goes to the outside, and tells the crowd to scream ''OH HELL YEAH'' if they want to see Stone Cold Steve Austin win the 1998 Royal Rumble Match. The crowd explodes with OH HELL YEAH's raining. Austin sits on the announcers table and asks Jim Ross if he thinks that he's a marked man. Ross says nothing, and Austin asks Jerry Lawler the same thing. Lawler says that he's a marked man and he's going to be killed at the Rumble, but Austin asks him ''WHAT?'' and Lawler screams ''nothing!''. Austin re-enters the ring and Lawler says that Austin is a marked man again, now that he can't hear him. Austin says that whoever says that he's a marked man, he says that this person is full of you-know-what, and that's the Bottom Line, because Stone Cold said so!</div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><div style="text-align:right"><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em>Rating: A*</em></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em> Notes: Wow.</em></div></p></div><p></p><p></p></div></blockquote><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="36691" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center"><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/RobertMaillet2_zpsc48623ae.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/RobertMaillet2_zpsc48623ae.jpg</span></a><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div><div style="margin-left:25px"><em>w/</em></div><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/DonCallis_zps4cd7ce52.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/DonCallis_zps4cd7ce52.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/vs_zpsa36f9a86.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/vs_zpsa36f9a86.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/BrianLee3_zpsc93bd7bd.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/BrianLee3_zpsc93bd7bd.jpg</span></a><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div><div style="margin-left:25px"><strong>Kurrgan (w/The Jackyl) vs. Chainz (w/Skull and 8-Ball)</strong></div></p></div><p></p><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> A bonafide squash match, as Kurrgan throws the biker through the ring like if he was nothing. Kurrgan finally puts us out of the misery with the Kurrgan Shuffle, and Chainz quickly taps out to it in over 2 minutes.</div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><div style="text-align:right"><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em>Winner: Kurrgan, at 2:17</em></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em> Rating: D-</em></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em> Notes: Didn't add 8-Ball and Skull pics because they are not regular managers.</em></div></p></div><p></p><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><div style="text-align:center"><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/RobertMaillet2_zpsc48623ae.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/RobertMaillet2_zpsc48623ae.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/DonCallis_zps4cd7ce52.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/DonCallis_zps4cd7ce52.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/BrianLee3_zpsc93bd7bd.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/BrianLee3_zpsc93bd7bd.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/DonHarris2_zpsd5e803e2.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/DonHarris2_zpsd5e803e2.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/RonHarris2_zps7fa26084.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/RonHarris2_zps7fa26084.jpg</span></a></div><p></p><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> After the match, 8-Ball and Skull join their leader in the ring, and go on to check on him. However, Kurrgan goes back to the ring and quickly disposes of Ball and Skull, and focuses his attention on the fallen Chainz again. Kurrgan destroys Chainz, with powerful Slams. Kurrgan finally stops when The Jackyl orders him to, and they leave, but the message has been sent once again.</div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><div style="text-align:right"><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em>Rating: E+</em></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em> Notes: Well, that sucked. But it surprisingly wasn't the worst rating of the night. Keep reading...</em></div></p></div><p></p><p></p></div></blockquote><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="36691" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center"><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/ShawnMichaels161_zpsa953de98.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/ShawnMichaels161_zpsa953de98.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/TripleH101_zpsb2d1657c.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/TripleH101_zpsb2d1657c.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/Chyna21_zpsd5fba0e4.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/Chyna21_zpsd5fba0e4.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/OwenHart7_zps66dc1430.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/OwenHart7_zps66dc1430.jpg</span></a></div><p></p><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> Back from the commercials, we are on the road with DX's limo. Triple H is resting in the limo, as Michaels and Chyna are checking the route to the arena in the map. However, Triple H is jumped from out of nowhere by Owen Hart! Owen enters the limo and a huge brawl occurs in the latter. Owen beats Hunter up with his crutch, and Michaels and Chyna see what's happening and run back to the limo! Owen is attacked too, and what happens next is unknown for now, as the windows of the limo are closed.</div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><div style="text-align:right"><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em>Rating: B-</em></div></p></div><p></p><p></p></div></blockquote><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="36691" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center"><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/MarcMero8_zpse03df55e.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/MarcMero8_zpse03df55e.jpg</span></a></div><p></p><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> The announcers talk about the previous segment's incident, but they are interrupted by ''Marvelous'' Marc Mero. Mero is heavily booed by the crowd, and he screams for it to shut up. He says that he's the best worker in the WWF, and as so, he deserves some respect. The boos continue, however, and this leaves Mero angry in the ring. He briefly talks about Stone Cold's attack last week. saying that Austin is a jealous son of a bitch and he's another one that's going to be gunning for him on Sunday. He says that he's going to win the Rumble match, which will be the most Marvelous Rumble Match ever. Mero then introduces Sable (bringing a rain of cheers that further annoys Marc), but who comes out is...</div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><div style="text-align:center"><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/Goldust4_zps22aac9a3.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/Goldust4_zps22aac9a3.jpg</span></a></div><p></p><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> (The Artist Formerly Known As) Goldust? Goldust comes in with a yellow wig and a dress, leaving both the crowd and Marc Mero confused. ''Sabledust'' then goes in to the outside, and it looks like ''she'' is going to be managing Mero against Vader up next.</div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><div style="text-align:right"><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em>Rating: C</em></div></p></div><p></p><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><div style="text-align:center"><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/Vader41_zps5013f493.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/Vader41_zps5013f493.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/vs_zpsa36f9a86.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/vs_zpsa36f9a86.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/MarcMero8_zpse03df55e.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/MarcMero8_zpse03df55e.jpg</span></a><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div><div style="margin-left:25px"><em>w/</em></div><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/Goldust4_zps22aac9a3.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/Goldust4_zps22aac9a3.jpg</span></a><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div><div style="margin-left:25px"><strong>Vader vs. Marc Mero (w/''Sabledust'')</strong></div></p></div><p></p><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> Certainly an easy match for the Mastodon, in which he throws his ''Marvelous'' foe around the ring with ease. Mero got in some shots too, with some nasty, dirty moves. Not the best from both, but it was, one way or another, entertaining. In the end, Vader hits the Vader Bomb on his foe and goes for the Vadersault, but from out of nowhere, ''Sabledust'' low blows him as he's on the top rope, and Vader wins by DQ! After the match, Mero joins Goldust on the attack, but Vader ends up gaining the upper hand, and sends both men running, sending a huge message for Goldust and his other 29 foes this Sunday at the Rumble!</div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><div style="text-align:right"><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em>Winner: Vader by DQ, at 5:41</em></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em> Rating: C-</em></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em> Notes 1: Well, Vader is getting some pretty sucky grades recently.</em></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em> Notes 2: Just put Goldust's pic in there because he's dressed as a reg. manager...AND because he's cool.</em></div></p></div><p></p><p></p></div></blockquote><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="36691" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center"><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/MikeTyson1_zps8a70bf7a.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/MikeTyson1_zps8a70bf7a.jpg</span></a></div><p></p><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> A video is shown, with the boxing legend ''Iron'' Mike Tyson! We discover that Tyson will be at the Royal Rumble this Sunday, and Vince McMahon has a huge announcement regarding him later tonight. After the video, we go to the commercials.</div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><div style="text-align:right"><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em>Rating: B+</em></div></p></div><p></p><p></p></div></blockquote><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="36691" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center"><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/Vader41_zps5013f493.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/Vader41_zps5013f493.jpg</span></a></div><p></p><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> Back from the commercials, we are in the backstages, where we discover that Vader has been attacked on his locker room! Similiarly to Mark Henry last week, Vader has a trash can on his head and ''3:16'' sprayed in white on his...well, you don't even want to know where. The bottom line is: Stone Cold has sent a message, and he's done it well by kicking Vader's ass.</div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><div style="text-align:right"><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em>Rating: B+</em></div></p></div><p></p><p></p></div></blockquote><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="36691" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center"><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/KenShamrock21_zpsc8a15ee9.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/KenShamrock21_zpsc8a15ee9.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/MarkHenry_zpsbbb39e2d.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/MarkHenry_zpsbbb39e2d.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/vs_zpsa36f9a86.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/vs_zpsa36f9a86.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/TheRock111_zps61ad4cd0.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/TheRock111_zps61ad4cd0.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/DLoBrown1_zpsd38dab11.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/DLoBrown1_zpsd38dab11.jpg</span></a><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div><div style="margin-left:25px"><strong>Ken Shamrock & Mark Henry vs. The Rock & D'Lo Brown (w/Kama and Faarooq)</strong></div></p></div><p></p><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> A very solid tag team match, in which Ken Shamrock teams with the recently returned young star against The Rock and his Nation partner D'Lo. Henry and D'Lo get in some good shots during the match, with Henry using his huge strength to his advantage. The highlights of the match aren't these ones, though. These are when the Rumble opponents Shamrock and Rock meet in the ring, and all hell breaks loose with Shamrock focusing on Rock's legs and Rock brawling his way back. These were highlights that preluded Sunday very well. And during the match, there was also a sign in the crowd reading ''The only racism I see in the WWF is YOU, Farooq!'', bringing some anger to the Nation leader as he saw it. But the bottom line was when Shamrock had the Ankle Lock locked in Rocky, and he had the match won. Rock just couldn't hold on anymore, but from out of nowhere, Shamrock is whacked on the back of the skull by Mark Henry! The referee can do nothing as it is ''friendly fire'', and Rock takes advantage by slowly covering Shamrock for the win!</div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><div style="text-align:center"><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/MarkHenry21_zps892478ba.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/MarkHenry21_zps892478ba.jpg</span></a></div><p></p><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><div style="text-align:right"><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em>Winners: The Rock & D'Lo Brown, at 6:11</em></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em> Rating: C</em></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em> Notes: Mark Henry's new Monster gimmick got a good B+ rating.</em></div></p></div><p></p><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><div style="text-align:center"><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/KenShamrock21_zpsc8a15ee9.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/KenShamrock21_zpsc8a15ee9.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/TheRock111_zps61ad4cd0.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/TheRock111_zps61ad4cd0.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/DLoBrown1_zpsd38dab11.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/DLoBrown1_zpsd38dab11.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/MarkHenry21_zps892478ba.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/MarkHenry21_zps892478ba.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/Kama3_zpscb94dc84.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/Kama3_zpscb94dc84.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/RonSimmons41_zps479bb674.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/RonSimmons41_zps479bb674.jpg</span></a></div><p></p><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> After the match, Rock is helped back to his feet by Henry, D'Lo and Kama, and he grabs a microphone. Rock says that he knew that Shamrock would try to use Henry for his advantage, so he spoke with Henry and Henry preferred him, because who's going to prefer a smokin' SOB in Shamrock than the greatest Intercontinental Champion ever and his Nation of Domination? Faarooq's eyes glaze over as Rock says ''his Nation'', and he shoves Rock. Rock ignores his leader, though, and introduces Mark Henry as the newest member of the Nation of Domination! Both the crowd and Faarooq are not happy, as one boos and the other stares at The Rock, upset as he's acting as the leader of the group. Shamrock tries to get back to his feet, but as Rock sees him, he orders the three men to attack him! And they do so, with Henry slamming Shamrock around like if he was a doll. After the attack, the Nation (except for Faarooq) taunts the crowd, and leaves, with tension obviously around the air.</div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><div style="text-align:right"><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em>Rating: C</em></div></p></div><p></p><p></p></div></blockquote><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="36691" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center"><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/ShawnMichaels161_zpsa953de98.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/ShawnMichaels161_zpsa953de98.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/TripleH101_zpsb2d1657c.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/TripleH101_zpsb2d1657c.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/Chyna21_zpsd5fba0e4.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/Chyna21_zpsd5fba0e4.jpg</span></a></div><p></p><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> Back from the commercials, D-Generation X comes in to the ring, with heavy boos after what happened earlier tonight with Owen Hart. Michaels says that Owen Hart is a huge idiot, and he proved that by trying to attack D-Generation X. Michaels says that you don't hunt what you can't kill, but Owen did that and he suffered, and The Undertaker is going to suffer the same fate on Sunday. Michaels says that now he's going to change the subject, and talks about Mike Tyson. He warns Tyson to be careful about him (Michaels), because he can knock the hell out of him at any time, at any place, and he better see the beating that The Undertaker is going to take this Sunday. Michaels then talks about a thing that has been announced earlier tonight by himself, and that's the ''big announcement'' that he said that they were going to make. Michaels says that the time is now. He says that DX needs some newblood on the pack, but one who's really going to stick to them, not like the ''Anvilesbian'' and the ''Ravishingay''. He says that they have talked with some guys over the past weeks, and after analysing every single one of them, they have finally come to a decision. Triple H nods at the words, and Michaels smiles to the crowd, that's giving them a mixed reaction now. After some moments of silence, Michaels announces that the new member of D-Generation X is...</div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><div style="text-align:center"><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/OwenHart7_zps66dc1430.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/OwenHart7_zps66dc1430.jpg</span></a></div><p></p><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> BUT HERE'S OWEN ONCE AGAIN! Right before Michaels can say the name of the new member, the crowd explodes as Owen Hart comes in from out of nowhere, bloodied with a wrench on hands. Owen runs to the ring, but misses the three members of DX by a second! Michaels points to Owen, and Owen screams that they should be worried about him. DX leaves, with Owen pointing to them from the ring.</div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><div style="text-align:right"><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em>Rating: B</em></div></p></div><p></p><p></p></div></blockquote><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="36691" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center"><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/DonHarris2_zpsd5e803e2.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/DonHarris2_zpsd5e803e2.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/RonHarris2_zps7fa26084.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/RonHarris2_zps7fa26084.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/JimCornette31_zpsceb3badf.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/JimCornette31_zpsceb3badf.jpg</span></a></div><p></p><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> After a brief conversation from Ross and King about the rivalry between D-Generation X and Owen Hart, the DOA comes out to the ring for their match. Chainz is nowhere to be seen, as he's recovering from the earlier attack by Kurrgan. The NWA's theme explodes in the arena, and Jim Cornette enters the ring. Cornette says that last week, he brought out the first step of the invasion, with his loyal soldier Jeff Jarrett showing the stupid fans what a real match is. The crowd boos, and Cornette says that they can boo him all they want, but he's only saying true things. Cornette says that, despite it being a huge step, it was just the first. Now, the second is about to happen, as now he and his two newest associates are about to teach these two useless bikers what tag team wrestling really is. Ball and Skull are not impressed, and Cornette says that his associates are the best tag team in the world...the NWA World Tag Team Champions...THE ROCK 'N' ROLL EXPRESS!</div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><div style="text-align:center"><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/RickyMorton_zps79e17259.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/RickyMorton_zps79e17259.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/RobertGibson_zps2a1d3085.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/RobertGibson_zps2a1d3085.jpg</span></a></div><p></p><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> The two men in question run in to the ring, to a good pop despite being announced as Cornette's newest associates in the NWA invasion. Ricky and Robert have no smiles on their faces, to the surprise of Cornette. However, Cornette leaves to the announce table, as the tag team match is next.</div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><div style="text-align:right"><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em>Rating: D-</em></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em> Notes: The storyline will start to make sense soon...</em></div></p></div><p></p><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><div style="text-align:center"><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/DonHarris2_zpsd5e803e2.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/DonHarris2_zpsd5e803e2.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/RonHarris2_zps7fa26084.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/RonHarris2_zps7fa26084.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/vs_zpsa36f9a86.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/vs_zpsa36f9a86.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/RickyMorton_zps79e17259.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/RickyMorton_zps79e17259.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/RobertGibson_zps2a1d3085.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/RobertGibson_zps2a1d3085.jpg</span></a><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div><div style="margin-left:25px"><em>w/</em></div><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/JimCornette31_zpsceb3badf.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/JimCornette31_zpsceb3badf.jpg</span></a><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div><div style="margin-left:25px"><strong>The Disciples of Apocalypse vs. The Rock 'n' Roll Express (w/Jim Cornette)</strong></div></p></div><p></p><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> A match that could've been very better if done years ago, as the Express' prime is gone on for a lot of time now. For the fans of the Express, however, it's a entertaining bout as Ricky and Robert show their faces in the WWF for the first time since 1995. Cornette was behind the Express at all times, and despite The Express being associated with him, the crowd brought in a good pop to them during all of the match. In the end, Skull was Double Dropkicked for the pinfall and the win.</div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><div style="text-align:right"><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em>Winners: The Rock 'n' Roll Express, at 5:03</em></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em> Rating: D-</em></div></p></div><p></p><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><div style="text-align:center"><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/RickyMorton_zps79e17259.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/RickyMorton_zps79e17259.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/RobertGibson_zps2a1d3085.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/RobertGibson_zps2a1d3085.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/JimCornette31_zpsceb3badf.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/JimCornette31_zpsceb3badf.jpg</span></a></div><p></p><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> After the match, Cornette comes in to the ring, and celebrates, as his newest associates have brought out the newest win to the NWA. Ricky and Robert are not in the mood of celebration, though, and Ricky gets a microphone. Ricky says that he knows what both the crowd and Cornette are thinking, and that is that they're the tag team pets to James. However, he says that all of this is a ****ing false thing, much to the delight of the crowd and much to the dismay of Cornette. Gibson grabs the mic from his partner, and says that when Jarrett called them to join the invasion, they quickly jumped in at the opportunity, as they love the NWA and would love to be at the side of old friends again. However, Jarrett didn't mention anything about being paired with a sucky idiot like Cornette, whom they swore that they would never partner with, and he didn't even mention that the whole thing was a idea of Cornette. Ricky says that initially, they were with the NWA on this, but now they are officially leaving the invasion. He says that there are moments where the enemy of the enemy is your friend, but they hate Cornette so much they would never join any of his groups even if they were forced to! The crowd explodes, and Cornette is very upset. Ricky and Robert leave the ring, but Cornette screams for both of them to stop. Cornette says that he knows that they hate him, but they are not thinking about what can happen if the invasion is successful. He says that both of them can be on top of the world, as they're going to destroy all of the WWF wrestlers, until there is only the NWA! Cornette says that he's going to even forget them as the invasion goes, and is going to give them their own personal manager. The crowd boos, and the Express thinks for a moment, before Cornette says that he's going to give them time to think about it. Cornette says that this Sunday, at the Royal Rumble, he's calling both of them to the ring, so they can choose the sides! The Express nods, as we go to the commercials.</div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><div style="text-align:right"><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em>Rating: E-</em></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em> Notes 1: Both Ricky and Robert have the Fan's Own gimmick. Ricky's gimmick is rated with a B- and Gibson's with a B.</em></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em> Notes 2: Now that pretty sucked. One of my longest segments is one of my lowest rated segments. Not done with this though. It's really going to take shape.</em></div></p></div><p></p><p></p></div></blockquote><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="36691" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center"><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/CactusJack3_zps3ebacf78.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/CactusJack3_zps3ebacf78.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/TerryFunk3_zps66bbb3e7.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/TerryFunk3_zps66bbb3e7.jpg</span></a></div><p></p><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> Back from the commercials, we are backstage with superstars grabbing their Royal Rumble numbers. Tom Brandi is very upset, and Mark Henry is happy about his, with The Rock behind him, giving no reaction about his own number. Next in the line are Cactus Jack and Chainsaw Charlie, and both grab their numbers and show them to each other. Cactus and Chainsaw see the numbers and smile to each other in a crazy way, before leaving.</div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><div style="text-align:right"><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em>Rating: B</em></div></p></div><p></p><p></p></div></blockquote><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="36691" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center"><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/JesusCastillo2_zps49a285e8.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/JesusCastillo2_zps49a285e8.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/SavioVega2_zps68ed3634.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/SavioVega2_zps68ed3634.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/vs_zpsa36f9a86.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/vs_zpsa36f9a86.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/TAKAMichinoku2_zps87fd3bd8.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/TAKAMichinoku2_zps87fd3bd8.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/ScottTaylor2_zpsa202d801.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/ScottTaylor2_zpsa202d801.jpg</span></a><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div><div style="margin-left:25px"><strong>Los Boricuas vs. TAKA Michinoku & Scott Taylor</strong></div></p></div><p></p><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> A decent tag match, in which the Light Heavyweight Champion got in some good shots with Savio and Jesus. It was a short bout, however, and the Boricuas got the quick win when Savio hit a moonsault on young Scott Taylor after exactly 4 minutes and a half.</div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><div style="text-align:right"><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em>Winners: Los Boricuas, at 4:30</em></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em> Rating: D</em></div></p></div><p></p><p></p></div></blockquote><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="36691" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center"><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/VinceMcMahon4_zps487e7843.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/VinceMcMahon4_zps487e7843.jpg</span></a></div><p></p><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> Backstage, we are with the WWF Chairman himself, Vince McMahon. Vince confirms the rumours about Mike Tyson in the World Wrestling Federation, saying that he's going to be at the Royal Rumble on Sunday AND at the biggest show of the year, WrestleMania XIV. Vince says that, on Sunday, Iron Mike will be there just to watch the show. But his role at WrestleMania will be confirmed just in the following weeks, and he promises that it is going to be exciting.</div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><div style="text-align:right"><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em>Rating: B-</em></div></p></div><p></p><p></p></div></blockquote><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="36691" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center"><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/Mankind_zps9f239cf0.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/Mankind_zps9f239cf0.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/vs_zpsa36f9a86.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/vs_zpsa36f9a86.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/Goldust4_zps22aac9a3.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/Goldust4_zps22aac9a3.jpg</span></a><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div><div style="margin-left:25px"><em>w/</em></div><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/LunaVachon2_zps621d2333.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/LunaVachon2_zps621d2333.jpg</span></a><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div><div style="margin-left:25px"><strong>Mankind vs. ''Dudedust'' (w/''Cactus Jackhon'')</strong></div></p></div><p></p><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> Before the match, we cut to two signs in the crowd reading ''Welcome to, RAW, IS, FUNKDUST!!!'' and ''Have a Nice Bang Bang, Dude!''. (The Artist Formerly Known As) Goldust comes in dressed like a different WWF worker for the second time in the night, as the another face of Mick Foley, Dude Love. Luna Vachon is dressed as Cactus Jack, and we have a crazy war in our main event. Both men got in some sick blows on each other, including bites and low blows. When the match was not sick, it was a good brawl, with the crowd into it at every moment. ''Cactus Jackhon'' got involved several times during the match, but Mankind kept fighting. No men really got the advantage, and they kept brawling for nearly 8 minutes. The ending was not decided by one of them, though, as someone made an impact...</div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><div style="text-align:center"><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/SteveAustin101_zps87d36451.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/SteveAustin101_zps87d36451.jpg</span></a></div><p></p><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> Stone Cold comes in as Mankind has the Mandible Claw locked on Goldust, and delivers Stunners to both men like candy. Mankind got his ass stunned first, however, and the victory is awarded to him by DQ. Austin couldn't care less about it, though, and gives both men a second Stunner! Luna enters the ring and confronts Austin, and receives a Stunner for her troubles too! The crowd is wild, and Austin poses on the top of every corner for it. King is livid on commentary, and Ross says it all: ''Stone Cold'' Steve Austin made an impact before the Royal Rumble. As Austin celebrates, we go to the last commercials.</div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><div style="text-align:right"><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em>Winner: Mankind by DQ, at 7:46</em></div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em> Rating: C+</em></div></p></div><p></p><p></p></div></blockquote><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="36691" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center"><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/ShawnMichaels161_zpsa953de98.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/ShawnMichaels161_zpsa953de98.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/TripleH101_zpsb2d1657c.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/TripleH101_zpsb2d1657c.jpg</span></a><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/Chyna21_zpsd5fba0e4.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/Chyna21_zpsd5fba0e4.jpg</span></a></div><p></p><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> Back from the commercials, D-Generation X comes down to the ring one more time. Michaels is upset after Owen's ambush earlier, and he promises that Owen's going to regret that. Michaels says that this time, he's cutting to the point so no idiot can interrupt him again. Michaels says that the new member of D-Generation X is...KANE! The crowd has a mixed reaction to the announcement, and Michaels calls the Big Red Monster (or now, Big Green Monster) to the ring, and the crowd awaits for the man in question. And someone comes down to the ring, but it isn't who DX wants to.</div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><div style="text-align:center"><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/TheUndertaker111_zps7d8feab8.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/TheUndertaker111_zps7d8feab8.jpg</span></a></div><p></p><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> The bell tolls and it's pretty obvious on who's the man coming to the ring. The Undertaker comes in to a huge ovation, and grabs a microphone himself. Taker says that he knows that Michaels thinks that he can get on his head by recruiting his brother to his little group, but the truth is: He's never going to fight his brother, and so, this is not getting on his head, never. Michaels responds, saying that Taker has no brains in that thick head of his, so he can't get on ''his head''. Undertaker steps forward the Heartbreak Kid, but Michaels screams ''HOLD UP!'' and says that Taker needs to save it for the Rumble; he needs to save the huge beatdown that DX is going to give to him for the Royal Rumble! The crowd boos, but the boos soon turn into cheers as Undertaker chokes Shawn Michaels! The moment is short, though, as Triple H jacks Taker with a crutch from behind! Taker falls to his knees, much to the delight of Shawn Michaels. The latter and Chyna both grab a crutch too, and the threesome starts to beat The Deadman with them. But a explosion interrupts the attack!</div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><div style="text-align:center"><a href="http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/Smasher1311/media/WWF%201997/Kane21_zpsebb795ce.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow"><span>http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/Smasher1311/WWF%201997/Kane21_zpsebb795ce.jpg</span></a></div><p></p><p></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> The supposedly newest D-Generation X member, Kane comes down to the ring, without Paul Bearer on his side. Michaels hands the Monster a crutch, and JR says that this is not good. However, Kane drops the crutch down, and grabs Michaels by the throat, much to the confusion of the fans! The fans' next reaction is a rain of cheers, as Kane chokeslams Shawn Michaels! Triple H and Chyna finally see what is happening, and Hunter hits a punch on the back of Kane's neck! The monster doesn't fall, but is dazed for enough time for Hunter and Chyna to pull HBK from the ring and escape to the back! Kane helps his brother as he gets back to his feet, and the two pose to the wild crowd, as we fade to black.</div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><p><div style="margin-left:25px"> </div></p><div style="text-align:right"><p><div style="margin-left:25px"><em>Rating: B+</em></div></p></div><p></p><p></p></div></blockquote>

Russelrules44 · September 22, 2013

<p>Great show my man.</p><p> </p><p>

I knew Henry was turning heel here. I felt it in my gut.</p><p> </p><p>

Steve Austin's gonna win Royal Rumble! I know it!</p><p> </p><p>

And I think this whole NWA invasion thing's startin' off roughly....But I think it's a great concept. NWA vs WWF, I like it.</p><p> </p><p>

And Farooq and my sign?.........Priceless!</p>

tg01 · September 22, 2013

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="Smasher1311" data-cite="Smasher1311" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="36691" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>First of all, i'm going to thank Beejus for nominating this for DOTM. Thank you, dude. I don't nominate in these things by now, i just vote in the polls. Then, welcome to the contest, tg01! Just in time as i finished writing the show when you predicted. I recommend you guys to read both Beejus' and tg's diaries, they are both awesome and made me get interested in the early 90's WCW much more than i was before. And finally, here it is, the go home show before the Royal Rumble.</div></blockquote><p> </p><p> Thank you for your kind words, I really want to take the time to get caught up on so many of the great diaries on this board, but something always seems to come up, but I'm glad I can get in early on this one! Also very glad to see I could get at least one surprise right for once with the R'n'R Express! Keep up the good work, really looking forward to your Royal Rumble!</p>

Dawn · September 22, 2013

So, i'm going to test my FictionPlus abilities with the Rumble. The program had match previews at first, but one button made me lose everything as there isn't a save button And then, i got frustrated, and i hate this app . No, hate of frustration, i love the looks So, only at the next PPV. I will only use FP for PPVs.

Observation: Some of the matches had hype in the shows before i started the diary (1997), but were not hyped that much or were not hyped at any moment in 98 (The Light Heavyweight Title and Tag Team Titles matches)

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Royal Rumble 1998
Official Commemorative Program
Date: January 18th, 1998
Location: San Jose Arena in San Jose, California

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Casket Match for the WWF World Heavyweight Championship
Shawn Michaels © vs. The Undertaker

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The 1998 Royal Rumble Match

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WWF Intercontinental Championship Match
The Rock © vs. Ken Shamrock

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Vader vs. (The Artist Formerly Known As) Goldust

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WWF World Tag Team Championship Match
The New Age Outlaws © vs. Legion of Doom

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WWF Light Heavyweight Championship Match
TAKA Michinoku © vs. Brian Christopher

Official Commemorative Program

Casket Match for the WWF World Heavyweight Championship
Shawn Michaels © vs. The Undertaker

The 1998 Royal Rumble Match
Featuring: (The Artist Formerly Known As) Goldust, 8-Ball, Ahmed Johnson, Blackjack Bradshaw, Cactus Jack, Chainsaw Charlie, Chainz, D'Lo Brown, Faarooq, Henry O. Godwinn, Jeff Jarrett, Kama Mustafa, Ken Shamrock, Kurrgan, Marc Mero, Mark Henry, Mosh, Owen Hart, Phineas I. Godwinn, Savio Vega, Skull, Steve Austin, Steve Blackman, The Rock, Thrasher, Tom Brandi, Vader, ???, ??? and ???

WWF Intercontinental Championship Match
The Rock © vs. Ken Shamrock

Vader vs. (The Artist Formerly Known As) Goldust

WWF World Tag Team Championship Match
The New Age Outlaws © vs. Legion of Doom

WWF Light Heavyweight Championship Match
TAKA Michinoku © vs. Brian Christopher

Extras:

1. What was the best match of the night?
2. Will Any Title Change Hands? If so, how many?
3. There WILL be debuts and returns on this show. How Many?
4. Will there be any turns? How Many?
5. Who are the three mystery men in the Royal Rumble Match? One is one worker debuting and the other two are already in the roster.
6. Who will stay the longest in the Royal Rumble Match?
7. Who will be the last eliminated in the Royal Rumble Match?
8. Who are going to be the last four in the Royal Rumble Match?
9. Who is going to eliminate the most in the Royal Rumble Match?
10. Will Mike Tyson get physically involved in any match?

There are 18 points up for grabs on this show. Good luck to everybody. The show must take some time to be posted as the tests start once again tomorrow. Next Monday is the earliest that i think that i can finish this.

Russelrules44 · September 23, 2013

<p>Official Commemorative Program</p><p> </p><p>

Casket Match for the WWF World Heavyweight Championship</p><p>

<strong>Shawn Michaels</strong> © vs. The Undertaker</p><p> </p><p>

The 1998 Royal Rumble Match</p><p>

Featuring: (The Artist Formerly Known As) Goldust, 8-Ball, Ahmed Johnson, Blackjack Bradshaw, Cactus Jack, Chainsaw Charlie, Chainz, D'Lo Brown, Faarooq, Henry O. Godwinn, Jeff Jarrett, Kama Mustafa, Ken Shamrock, Kurrgan, Marc Mero, Mark Henry, Mosh, Owen Hart, Phineas I. Godwinn, Savio Vega, Skull, <strong>Steve Austin</strong>, Steve Blackman, The Rock, Thrasher, Tom Brandi, Vader, ???, ??? and ???</p><p> </p><p>

WWF Intercontinental Championship Match</p><p>

<strong>The Rock</strong> © vs. Ken Shamrock</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Vader </strong>vs. (The Artist Formerly Known As) Goldust</p><p> </p><p>

WWF World Tag Team Championship Match</p><p>

<strong>The New Age Outlaws</strong> © vs. Legion of Doom</p><p> </p><p>

WWF Light Heavyweight Championship Match</p><p>

<strong>TAKA Michinoku</strong> © vs. Brian Christopher</p><p> </p><p>

Extras:</p><p> </p><p>

1. What was the best match of the night? HBK vs The Undertaker</p><p>

2. Will Any Title Change Hands? If so, how many? 1</p><p>

3. There WILL be debuts and returns on this show. How Many? 2</p><p>

4. Will there be any turns? How Many? 2, Kane and Bearer.</p><p>

5. Who are the three mystery men in the Royal Rumble Match? One is one worker debuting and the other two are already in the roster. Chris Benoit and uh......Kane and Mankind?</p><p>

6. Who will stay the longest in the Royal Rumble Match?: Steve Austin</p><p>

7. Who will be the last eliminated in the Royal Rumble Match? DA ROCK!</p><p>

8. Who are going to be the last four in the Royal Rumble Match? Rock, Austin, Kane and Shamrock</p><p>

9. Who is going to eliminate the most in the Royal Rumble Match? Mark Henry</p><p>

10. Will Mike Tyson get physically involved in any match? No.</p><p> </p><p>

There are 18 points up for grabs on this show. Good luck to everybody. The show must take some time to be posted as the tests start once again tomorrow. Next Monday is the earliest that i think that i can finish this. </p><p> </p><p>

Oh, and just for funsies.</p><p> </p><p>

Fun Fan Signs: If a jobber is pinned and no one's here to count it, Does it even matter?......That's what I thought.</p>

Dawn · September 23, 2013

Oh yeah, you guys can add in Fun Fan Signs if you want, as i forgot about them.

And when i said next monday, i was referring to the next after tomorrow LOL.

Russelrules44 · September 24, 2013

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="Smasher1311" data-cite="Smasher1311" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="36691" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Oh yeah, you guys can add in Fun Fan Signs if you want, as i forgot about them.<p> </p><p> And when i said next monday, i was referring to the next after tomorrow LOL.</p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> So does that mean TODAY?</p>

Dawn · September 24, 2013

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="Russelrules44" data-cite="Russelrules44" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="36691" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>So does that mean TODAY?</div></blockquote><p> </p><p> No, Next Week.</p>

Russelrules44 · September 24, 2013

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="Smasher1311" data-cite="Smasher1311" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="36691" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>No, Next Week.</div></blockquote><p> </p><p> Oh really?.........Works for me.</p>

The Lloyd · September 24, 2013

Casket Match for the WWF World Heavyweight Championship

Shawn Michaels © vs. The Undertaker

Should be absolutely epic

The 1998 Royal Rumble Match

Featuring: (The Artist Formerly Known As) Goldust, 8-Ball, Ahmed Johnson, Blackjack Bradshaw, Cactus Jack, Chainsaw Charlie, Chainz, D'Lo Brown, Faarooq, Henry O. Godwinn, Jeff Jarrett, Kama Mustafa, Ken Shamrock, Kurrgan, Marc Mero, Mark Henry, Mosh, Owen Hart, Phineas I. Godwinn, Savio Vega, Skull, Steve Austin, Steve Blackman, The Rock, Thrasher, Tom Brandi, Vader, ???, ??? and ???

Has to be doesn't it?!

WWF Intercontinental Championship Match

The Rock © vs. Ken Shamrock

I think he wins it, so that The Rock can kick on to the Main Event

Vader vs. (The Artist Formerly Known As) Goldust

As much as I love VadeDust, he can't beat Vader here... surely!

WWF World Tag Team Championship Match

The New Age Outlaws © vs. Legion of Doom

Very good Champions. Makes sense for them to retain for now...

WWF Light Heavyweight Championship Match

TAKA Michinoku © vs. Brian Christopher

Decent worker, I say give him a shot and hope he doesn't turn into a druggie!

Extras:

1. What was the best match of the night? HBK vs 'Taker

2. Will Any Title Change Hands? If so, how many? 2

3. There WILL be debuts and returns on this show. How Many? 3

4. Will there be any turns? How Many? Yes... 1

5. Who are the three mystery men in the Royal Rumble Match? One is one worker debuting and the other two are already in the roster. Blimey... Okay, let's go with Mankind, Dude Love aaaand... let's go wiiiiith Rob Van Dam!!

6. Who will stay the longest in the Royal Rumble Match? D'Lo Brown... purely because I liked him a lot... he could have been great!

7. Who will be the last eliminated in the Royal Rumble Match? The Rock

8. Who are going to be the last four in the Royal Rumble Match? Austin, Rock, Shamrock and Mankind...

9. Who is going to eliminate the most in the Royal Rumble Match? Steve Austin

10. Will Mike Tyson get physically involved in any match? Naaaa... not tonight...

FUN FAN SIGN: "I'm a D'Lo Brown Guy!!"

Beejus · September 24, 2013

<p>Casket Match for the WWF World Heavyweight Championship</p><p>

<em>Shawn Michaels</em> © vs. The Undertaker</p><p>

<em>Taker vs Kane is almost a push for the near future, so HBK retains here.</em></p><p> </p><p>

The 1998 Royal Rumble Match</p><p>

Featuring: (The Artist Formerly Known As) Goldust, 8-Ball, Ahmed Johnson, Blackjack Bradshaw, Cactus Jack, Chainsaw Charlie, Chainz, D'Lo Brown, Faarooq, Henry O. Godwinn, Jeff Jarrett, Kama Mustafa, Ken Shamrock, Kurrgan, Marc Mero, Mark Henry, Mosh, Owen Hart, Phineas I. Godwinn, Savio Vega, Skull, <em>Steve Austin</em>, Steve Blackman, The Rock, Thrasher, Tom Brandi, Vader, ???, ??? and ???</p><p>

<em>As much as I'd love to see an Owen win, Austin is the man right now, and there's nothing that'll stop him.</em></p><p> </p><p>

WWF Intercontinental Championship Match</p><p>

<em>The Rock</em> © vs. Ken Shamrock</p><p>

<em>I'm figuring likely by DQ, as IRL.</em></p><p> </p><p>

<em>Vader</em> vs. (The Artist Formerly Known As) Goldust</p><p>

<em>Vader could make a main event comeback in the near future if you play your cards right.</em></p><p> </p><p>

WWF World Tag Team Championship Match</p><p>

<em>The New Age Outlaws</em> © vs. Legion of Doom</p><p>

<em>New school going over the old guard.</em></p><p> </p><p>

WWF Light Heavyweight Championship Match</p><p>

<em>TAKA Michinoku</em> © vs. Brian Christopher</p><p>

<em>A resounding meh. Though I always liked Taka. One of the best WWF entrance musics ever.</em></p><p> </p><p>

Extras:</p><p> </p><p>

1. What was the best match of the night? HBK vs Taker</p><p>

2. Will Any Title Change Hands? If so, how many? Nope.</p><p>

3. There WILL be debuts and returns on this show. How Many? 5</p><p>

4. Will there be any turns? How Many? I don't think any.</p><p>

5. Who are the three mystery men in the Royal Rumble Match? One is one worker debuting and the other two are already in the roster. I'll go with Mankind and Dude Love - dunno how you'll do it, but it was one of the best parts of the RL 98 Rumble. As for the last.... dunno, maybe Regal?</p><p>

6. Who will stay the longest in the Royal Rumble Match? I'll go with Owen. Why not?</p><p>

7. Who will be the last eliminated in the Royal Rumble Match? Rocky</p><p>

8. Who are going to be the last four in the Royal Rumble Match? Austin, Rocky, Mero, and Owen.</p><p>

9. Who is going to eliminate the most in the Royal Rumble Match? Austin.</p><p>

10. Will Mike Tyson get physically involved in any match? No.</p><p> </p><p>

Fun Fan Signs:</p><p>

<em>White Knight with a Black Hart</em></p><p><em>

KICK WHAM STUNNER</em></p>

Anderz · September 29, 2013

<p>Really enjoying this so far.. love that it's well grounded in reality - I hate when people try and change things too fast just to be different from real life.. the writing is really good and I think you've captured the time period really well..</p><p> </p><p>

Casket Match for the WWF World Heavyweight Championship</p><p>

<strong>Shawn Michaels</strong> © vs. The Undertaker</p><p> </p><p>

The 1998 Royal Rumble Match</p><p>

Featuring: (The Artist Formerly Known As) Goldust, 8-Ball, Ahmed Johnson, Blackjack Bradshaw, Cactus Jack, Chainsaw Charlie, Chainz, D'Lo Brown, Faarooq, Henry O. Godwinn, Jeff Jarrett, Kama Mustafa, Ken Shamrock, Kurrgan, Marc Mero, Mark Henry, Mosh, Owen Hart, Phineas I. Godwinn, Savio Vega, Skull, <strong>Steve Austin</strong>, Steve Blackman, The Rock, Thrasher, Tom Brandi, Vader, ???, ??? and ???</p><p> </p><p>

- You'd be silly not to have Michaels vs Austin as your Mania main event; it's the best option to go with.</p><p> </p><p>

WWF Intercontinental Championship Match</p><p>

The Rock © vs. <strong>Ken Shamrock</strong></p><p> </p><p>

- A Shamrock DQ win after Nation interfere.</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Vader</strong> vs. (The Artist Formerly Known As) Goldust</p><p> </p><p>

- Vader could still be something and needs the win here; with TAFKAG's character he can eat a few losses.</p><p> </p><p>

WWF World Tag Team Championship Match</p><p>

<strong>The New Age Outlaws</strong> © vs. Legion of Doom</p><p> </p><p>

- Outlaws are the future so should leave with the belts here; probably after some nefarious tactics.</p><p> </p><p>

WWF Light Heavyweight Championship Match</p><p>

TAKA Michinoku © vs. <strong>Brian Christopher</strong></p><p> </p><p>

- I feel like TAKA chasing the belt would be more interesting than him being Champion right now - and Christopher can play the scumbag heel Champion for a few months.</p><p> </p><p>

Extras:</p><p> </p><p>

1. What was the best match of the night? <strong>HBK vs Taker</strong></p><p>

2. Will Any Title Change Hands? If so, how many? <strong>1</strong></p><p>

3. There WILL be debuts and returns on this show. How Many? <strong>1</strong></p><p>

4. Will there be any turns? How Many? <strong>0</strong></p><p>

5. Who are the three mystery men in the Royal Rumble Match? One is one worker debuting and the other two are already in the roster. I'll go with the crowd and say <strong>Dude Love</strong> and <strong>Mankind</strong> and I think the debut will come from ECW and not WCW so <strong>Rob Van Dam</strong></p><p>

6. Who will stay the longest in the Royal Rumble Match? <strong>Owen Hart</strong></p><p>

7. Who will be the last eliminated in the Royal Rumble Match? <strong>The Rock</strong></p><p>

8. Who are going to be the last four in the Royal Rumble Match? <strong>Austin, Rock, Owen and Shamrock</strong></p><p>

9. Who is going to eliminate the most in the Royal Rumble Match? <strong>Steve Austin</strong></p><p>

10. Will Mike Tyson get physically involved in any match? <strong>No</strong></p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

Can't wait to see where you'll head from here - looking forward to it <img alt="" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/smile.png.142cfa0a1cd2925c0463c1d00f499df2.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> KUTGW!</p>

Dawn · October 2, 2013

January 18th, 1998: Royal Rumble

There it is. It is a little huge and there are a few errors i think as i'm still new to the FPLUS...and sorry guys, i couldn't put the fan signs on, i forgot about them and couldn't go back as there isn't a save button on this app Enjoy, if someone reads all of it, i'll appreciate it, but if nobody does, i wouldn't be surprised [?]

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Royal Rumble 1998
Date: January 18th, 1998
Location: San Jose Arena in San Jose, California
Attendance: 17,562 (SOLD OUT!)
PPV Buy Rate: 4.21
Rating: B+

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We are live at the San Jose Arena with over 17,000 crazy WWF fans jampacking the arena! Hello Everyone and Welcome to the 11th edition of the Royal Rumble! I'm Jim Ross, alongside my partner Jerry ''The King'' Lawler, and King, what a night this is going to be.

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You're right JR, tonight we're finally going to see that idiot Stone Cold Steve Austin get what he deserves to, a huge beating! And THAT is the Bottom Line!

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Oh c'mon King. Now, let's go on with the show! In the ring we are with the Voice of the WWF, Howard Finkel!

The bell rings for the first time on the show and Brian Christopher makes his way to the ring. He's facing TAKA Michinoku for the Light Heavyweight Championship next.

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The following contest is scheduled for one fall, and it is for the World Wrestling Federation Light Heavyweight Championship! Introducing first, the challenger, from Memphis, Tennessee, weighing in at 213 pounds, Brian Christopher!

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YES! GO BRIAN! GO AND MAKE THIS JACKASS LOSE HIS LUNCH!

After Christopher's entrance, the Light Heavyweight Champion himself comes down to the ring, with the crowd clearly behind him. Christopher is not impressed, though, and Jerry Lawler is ''sleeping'' in the announcers table.

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And his opponent, from Youtsukaido, Chiba, weighing in at 183 pounds, the World Wrestling Federation Light Heavyweight Champion, TAKA Michinoku!

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TAKA Michinoku © vs. Brian Christopher

At the early going of the match, Brian tried to outsmart his opponent with dirty tricks, and he did just that, taking the Light Heavyweight Champion down, much to the delight of Jerry Lawler at the table. Christopher's strategy worked for a while, but when TAKA came back in with the fans cheering on him, he knew that he had to retreat. But as TAKA hit a array of exciting high flying moves, with a moonsault that left the fans amused included, Christopher's hope of becoming the champion decreased. But right in the middle of the bout, Brian low-blowed TAKA out of desperation, and went right after the champion once again. Brian bashed TAKA's head into the steel post several times and superkicked him, getting a good momentum that he was missing big time before. Christopher hit a Piledriver on his opponent and covered him, but only got a nearfall!

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NO! NO! YOU GOT TO BE KIDDING! THAT REFEREE MADE THE SLOWEST COUNT THAT I'VE EVER SAW! GIVE THE TITLE TO BRIAN NOW!

Neither Jerry's or Brian's complaints worked, as the match was still going. Brian was crazy, and climbed to the top turnbuckle for his trademark Tennessee Jam. He screamed ''STAY DOWN'' to TAKA as he climbed, and then hit the big leg...but TAKA moved out of the way! Jerry was livid, as Brian went leg-first into the canvas. Neither man made it to their feet again for some moments, but when TAKA did it, he jacked young Brian with the Michinoku Driver for the successful pinfall and his first title defense.

Notes: 8:04.

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Hey! That's now fair! The kid kicked out of that pathetic move! Restart this match now! Brian Christopher won this thing!

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No, King, TAKA retained the gold fair and square, with that beautiful Michinoku Driver. Christopher gave it all, but in the end, TAKA Michinoku is still the WWF Light Heavyweight Champion.

Backstage, the WWF Intercontinental Champion The Rock is standing with the rest of the Nation of Domination (minus their leader Faarooq), and the crowd boos. He talks about his title defense against Ken Shamrock tonight.

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Finally. The night has come. The night where The Rock is going to finally show each and every pathetic fan that Kenny Shamrock is just another piece of trash to step in the way of the greatest Intercontinental Champion of all time. Nobody can defeat The Rock. The Rock is never going to lose this. The Rock will just lose this if he gets tired of it. But that's not tonight. Tonight, The Rock destroys another cocky SOB that thinks that he can defeat The Rock. Tonight, The Rock cements his legacy!

Rating: B+
Notes: The Rock improvised well. The Rock is awesome.

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The Rock is more confident than ever, JR, and with this, he's going to defeat that idiot Kenny easily tonight!

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He's sure confident, King, but confidence can't win you everything. Ken Shamrock is one tough men as we saw in his stay here in the WWF since last year. But this match is just later on. Now we are with Howard Finkel once again for one of the most bizarre encounters ever in the WWF.

The bell rings and we are on to the only non-title match (excluding the Rumble) of the night. (The Artist Formerly Known As) Goldust comes in to the ring accompanied by Luna Vachon, and she has a huge ball on her hands. The crowd boos Goldust heavily, but he doesn't seem to care about it.

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The following contest is scheduled for one fall! Makind his way to the ring, accompanied by Luna Vachon, from Hollywood, California, weighing in at 243 pounds...The Artist Formerly Known As Goldust!

After Goldust's long entrance, a loud ''IT'S TIME'' it's heard, and it's Vader's theme song, to the delight of the crowd. The monster comes in focused, and he cannot wait to get his hands on his rival.

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And his opponent, from The Rocky Mountains, weighing in at 450 pounds...Vader!

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Vader vs. (The Artist Formerly Known As) Goldust

When the bell rang, Goldust was pummeled by his bigger opponent like if he was nothing for what seemed like a eternity. It were moments of destruction that Goldust will sure never forget. With Luna bashing the apron at ringside to no use, it seemed that Vader would win this one pretty quickly. But it all changed when Goldust poked the eye of the big man, blinding him for a moment. Goldust took advantage of this moment and hit a huge knee to the face of his rival, and he fell as he couldn't hold it thanks to his eye. Goldust got Vader in the corner and hit some moves on it, but the referee separated the two men because of Vader's eye injury, and Goldust argued with him. In this moment, Luna got involved and bashed Vader with the ball that she brought in. Vader fell to his knees, and Goldust went after him again. After some shots, Goldust locked in a sleeper hold on Vader, and the crowd booed as he was cheating his way to victory. The sleeper did nothing, though, as the big man got up to his feet with Goldust on his back! Vader ran to the corner backwards twice, and Goldust fell! Vader then ran back to the corner and completely destroyed his rival with a splash! Luna tried to get involved, but she could do nothing to stop Vader's rampage. He hit another splash on the now fallen Goldust, and got him back to his feet for the Vader Bomb and the 1-2-3.

Notes: 8:09.

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WOW. Did you see that, King? Vader continues his path of destruction! Goldust tried and tried, but nobody could kick out of that Vader Bomb!

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The only thing that i saw was a fat moron cheating and DQ'ing himself right there. Those referees are blind idiots!

Backstage, we are in a dark room, with none other than The Undertaker inside it. He has some words for his opponent tonight, Shawn Michaels.

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Shawn Michaels, last year, when you made me lose my title, you were commited to pay for your crimes against the darkness. But you refused to, and had to have hell help you to escape me. But tonight, the darkness is finally going to have its revenge against you. Tonight, the darkness is going to lock you inside your casket forever, where you're NOT going to REST...IN...PEACE.

Rating: B+
Notes: The Undertaker is always awesome in the mic. He didn't improvise, but he had one of the best promos of the night.

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The Undertaker is very focused tonight as he's the newest challenger for the World Title. Shawn Michaels might be on to a painful night, King.

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Nah, he's not worried, not in the least. He's going to bury this dead fool once again and put him where he belongs. Hey, it's James!

We have now the trademark formal build in the ring of the NWA. Jim Cornette (James) comes in to the ring, and he has Jeff Jarrett behind him. He gets a microphone.

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And now, ladies and gentlemen, it's time for the most awaited time of the night. Now, experience the Rock 'n' Roll Express joining the finest of the world...come in, Ricky and Robert, and choose the best side on this war!

As Cornette finishes the line, The Rock 'n' Roll Express of Ricky Morton and Robert Gibson enters the ring, and Cornette offers his hand for a handshake for both. But neither one accepts and Ricky grabs a microphone himself.

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Jim, you may have the thought of us joining you in your little stupid head, but the thing is, as we said on Raw...the thing is yourself! You're the biggest rat that me and Rob have ever met, and we are not joining anything that you come up with. Wrestling is our passion, but we have no intentions of joining a war about it if the reason is just to feed your big ego!

As Ricky tries to say anything else, Jeff Jarrett steps up and attacks him, much to the delight of Cornette. However, the numbers game eventually catch Double J, as Gibson helps his partner and they throw the North American champion over the top rope. Ricky and Robert turn their attentions back to Cornette after this, and he tries to stop them. They don't listen, and continue stepping up to Jim. His fear soon turns into a smile for some reason, however, and he speaks quickly.

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Well, that's a shame boys. I knew that you two would do this. I'm never outsmarted.

Ricky and Robert are confused for a moment, and everyone except for Cornette has the same expression as two men attack them from out of nowhere! After some moments, they throw Morton out of the ring and knock Gibson out. Then, one of them climbs to the top of the corner, and hits a move that Jim Ross describes as the ''Five Star Frog Splash''! As carnage reigns in the ring, Cornette is all smiles, and seems to know both men.

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Ricky, Robert, you two are good. All of these years of war i saw that you two were good. But you'll never outsmart me. As Beautiful Bobby is down in the other company and Stan is not in his best days, i called two young men that i saw in two small companies and impressed me that were fumbling for a job. Ricky, Robert...i introduce to you...''Royal'' Robby V and ''Suave'' Steve Storm...THE NEW MIDNIGHT EXPRESS!

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Rating: E
Notes: This storyline keeps getting lackluster ratings, but now i'm not finishing it. Robby V's Cocky gimmick got a B, and Storm's Legitimate Athlete gimmick got a B+.

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A HUGE swerve! It was all a swerve, from the start to the finish! Ricky and Robert thought that it would be just a quick way to humiliate Jim Cornette, but he had both of them on the palm of his hands!

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Now these two lame rockers will learn that you can't cross master James! Good one! These two new Midnights got a huge future with the master behind them!

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OH C'MON KING! Can you be partial for just one night? But then...it's time for tag team action, ladies and gentlemen!

The bell rings and it's time for Tag Team title action! The Legion of Doom's theme explodes in the arena to the delight of the LOD's fans. They make their way to the ring.

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The following contest is a tag team match scheduled for one fall, and it is for the World Wrestling Federation World Tag Team Championship! Introducing first...the challengers...from Chicago, Illinois, at a combined weight of 650 pounds...Road Warrior Animal and Road Warrior Hawk...The Legion of Doom!

Then, the champions come in with loud boos behind them. Gunn and Dogg are focused, though, and Billy points to Animal and Hawk as Dogg introduces them.

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And the opponents of two clogged pieces of shit...the biggest World Tag Team Champions of the World...we have a combined weight of 501 pounds...Billy Gunn and Road Dogg...THE NEW AGE OUTLAWS! OH YOU DIDN'T KNOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOW?????

Animal and Hawk are not impressed by Dogg's introduction, and our second title match of the evening is under way.

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The New Age Outlaws © vs. Legion of Doom

As the bell rang, Dogg and Hawk started the match, and Dogg taunted Hawk. The match was a wild brawl in which the Outlaws dominated the early going with some dirty moves and double team moves. But the LOD was not going to let their chance get out like air, though, and when Animal countered the Fame Asser, it went all downhill for the Outlaws. The trademark beatdown that the LOD gives started there, and there was nothing that the Outlaws could do to stop it. As they hit a double Back Body Drop on Gunn, Hawk covered Gunn, but Dogg was able to punch Hawk's back out of desperation at the last second. Animal entered the ring too, and the LOD double teamed Dogg to the point that he nearly couldn't get up anymore. Then, they got Dogg up for the Doomsday Device, and Animal lifted Dogg for it. Hawk got to the top of the corner, but Billy got up at the last second and shoved both Animal and his partner to Hawk! Dogg fell outside the ring, and Billy threw Animal out of the ring. He then pulled Hawk off the corner, and when the Road Warrior got up, Billy hit the Fame Asser for the 1-2-3! The New Age Outlaws are still your World Tag Team Champions of the World!

Notes: 10:05.

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And the Outlaws retain! The New Age Outlaws retain after a hard fought battle! With this, you've got to admit that these two young men are here to stay!

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Yeah, not like these two dumb and old Warriors that we used to like! And the best part is, we're still going to hear The Road Dogg every Monday Night! Woo!

Backstage, Michael Cole is knocking the door of Ken Shamrock's locker room. Shamrock is inside, but there is no answer.

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Shamrock? Shamrock, you there? Shamrock, can i have a word with you before your match with The Rock?

The door finally opens and the man in question gets out of the room. He says nothing, though, and seems as focused as ever, and makes his way to the arena for his big match with The Rock.

Rating: D+
Notes: Shamrock was fantastic with his bad ass attitude. Cole looked lost, though.

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Ken Shamrock is now on to one of the biggest matches of his WWF career! And he's ready for it! This crowd is ready for it!

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Yeah, he's ready for the beating of his life! Enter that ring now, i want to see you getting your ass kicked! GO ROCKY!

Ken Shamrock's theme plays and he doesn't open his mouth on his way to the ring. He looks like the kind of person who ''strikes first, speaks second''. The crowd is completely behind him, though.

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The following contest is scheduled for one fall, and it is for the World Wrestling Federation Intercontinental Championship! Introducing first...the challenger...from Sacramento California...weighing in at 243 pounds...he is the ''World's Most Dangerous Man''...Ken Shamrock!

Next, the Intercontinental Champion himself, The Rock, steps in from the curtain, and comes in with the Nation (minus Faarooq once again), to a chorus of boos from the crowd. The Nation, however, taunts the crowd with their fists, as Rock enters the ring.

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And his opponent, accompanied by The Nation of Domination, from Miami, Florida, weighing in at 260 pounds...he is the World Wrestling Federation Intercontinental Champion...The Rock!

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The Rock © vs. Ken Shamrock

The rivals stare at each other and walk around the ring for some moments, before locking up and starting one of the most physical matches of the night. Both men wanted more than be the Intercontinental Champion. They wanted to destroy each other and end their rivalry once and for all. After some moments, the Nation distracted Shamrock and The Rock gained control for some moments, but the match returned to its normal curse with no man dominating over the time. After 8 minutes, Rock went on for the Rock Bottom, but Shamrock punched him on the back, and hit a huge Belly to Belly Suplex that knocked Rocky out cold! Shamrock then raised his hand, and pulled Rock to the middle of the ring. He turned his opponent, and the crowd exploded as Shamrock locked in the Ankle Lock!

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The Ankle Lock is locked in, and this crowd is rabid! The Rock has to tap out! And if he does, we are going to have a new Intercontinental Champion!

Rock had no option but to tap out, as the damage to the leg sustained during the match was taking its toll. But just when it seemed that there would be a new Intercontinental Champion, Rock tried a last move out of desperation - he used all of his strength to shove Shamrock with his leg to the ropes! Shamrock didn't feel anything, and went after Rocky again, but he stepped out of the way and Shamrock went face-first into the ropes! Rock then rolled Shamrock up for the 1-2-3 to retain his title in a good matchup!

Notes: 11:03.

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Yes! The Rock did it! I told you, JR! The Rock did exactly what he said, because he's the greatest Intercontinental Champion of all time! And that's the truth, Kenny!

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C'mon King, you have to admit that Ken Shamrock offered The Rock a huge challenge. In that Ankle Lock, i'd be surprised if someone didn't think that The Rock would tap out there. But then...uh-oh, King, i've received word that there is some commotion backstage, right before the Rumble Match! Let's cut to the scene!

Backstage, we have some destruction on the scene, and nobody knows what happened. After some moments, out of the room steps out Savio Vega and his fellow Los Boricuas. Vega looks happy and smiles to his laughing partners, and he says ''We did it'' as they nod. The EMTs arrive at the scene, and one has to wonder what the hell happened there. Savio and the Boricuas leave, as the EMTs enter the room that the Boricuas were previously on.

Rating: E+

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Ladies and gentlemen, what happened inside that room is a mystery. But we will sure give you the updates when and if we get any word from the EMTs.

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Savio and those wise Boricuas destroyed Stone Cold backstage, and that's the ''mystery''! Ha! That idiot finally got what was coming, he was deserving it! Now we can finally get some deserving winner to the Rumble tonight! I can't wait!

We are backstage with D-Generation X, and Michaels says they requested air time for Triple H to talk about his spot in the Rumble Match. Michaels said nothing about his match with The Undertaker later in the night, though.

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So, thanks to my unfortunate leg injury, i'm unable to compete in the following contest. I'll watch this and Shawn's matches with Chyna here as she keeps any uninvited guests out of this room. I spoke with that idiot Slaughter and he didn't accept my request of letting her enter in my place, instead, he gave the spot to a ''returning guy''. Whoever it is, it is some boring sucker, but that is not the case. The case is, i'll be able to wrestle soon, and when i do, i'll compensate this by going back to the top where i belong along with Shawn. Now, let the games begin.

Rating: B
Notes: Triple H improvised well. Now, ARE YOU READY TO RUMBLE?

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Poor Hunter, i hope that he recovers soon!

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King, do you wonder if that leg will ever ''heal''? That's a fake injury and that is obvious! But now, ladies and gentlemen, it's time for the 1998 Royal Rumble Match! Howard Finkel is in the ring, and we are on!

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The Royal Rumble Match

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Ladies and gentlemen, it is now time for the 1998 Royal Rumble Match! Now in this match, the two participants who drew numbers 1 and 2 will begin the match. After 90 seconds thereafter, another participant enters until all 30 men enter. Elimination occurs when you go over the top rope and both feet touch the ground. The winner will be the last man standing, who will be declared the winner of the Royal Rumble and will go on to face the World Champion at WrestleMania XIV! And now...let's find out who drew number 1!

Cactus Jack's theme song explodes at the arena, and he comes in to a huge pop, throwing trash cans around the ringside. He enters the ring and awaits for his foe, smiling.

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From Long Island, New York, weighing in at 287 pounds...Cactus Jack! And now...let's find out who drew number 2!

Chainsaw Charlie's theme plays at the arena, and Cactus is amused in the ring. The crowd gives him a good pop too, and the two tag team partners are set to start the 11th Royal Rumble Match!

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And from Amarillo, Texas, weighing in at 247 pounds...Chainsaw Charlie!

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We get in to a wacky start as the tag team partners throw chairs and trash cans in the ring, creating a unique feeling in this early going. The two hit each other with the chairs and cans, with one even telling the other to do so. Cactus and Chainsaw dealed big time damage to each other, but neither men tried to get the other over the top rope, though, as the buzzer rang in for the third entrant.

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In The Ring:

Cactus Jack
Chainsaw Charlie

Tom Brandi is the third man to join the fray, and he makes a huge mistake by going right after both men. This mistake comes back to haunt Tom, and Cactus and Chainsaw punch him down and throw him over the top rope for our first elimination! Cactus climbs to the top rope to celebrate the elimination, and a dazed Chainsaw low blows him, before falling himself, as the buzzer rings again.

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In The Ring:

Cactus Jack
Chainsaw Charlie

The Intercontinental Champion comes down to the Rumble, still hurt after his brutal match with Ken Shamrock earlier tonight. He takes advantage of his fallen foes, before both get back to their feet and double team him much like they did to Tom Brandi. Rock is thrown leg first into a trash can, but he stays alive, as the buzzer rings.

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In The Ring:

Cactus Jack
Chainsaw Charlie
The Rock

Big Ahmed Johnson enters the ring, and goes right after the fallen Rocky as the tag team partners battle. Ahmed gets in some stiff shots against Rock, and gets him reeling for the elimination several times. Rock stays alive with desperation, as we hear the buzz once again.

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In The Ring:

Cactus Jack
Chainsaw Charlie
The Rock
Ahmed Johnson

The big hog farmer Phineas Godwinn is next, and he makes a beeline for Ahmed Johnson, ultimately saving The Rock from elimination. Meanwhile, Cactus and Chainsaw are still brawling, but for more 90 seconds, we see no eliminations, as we hear the buzz for the seventh entrant.

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In The Ring:

Cactus Jack
Chainsaw Charlie
The Rock
Ahmed Johnson
Phineas I. Godwinn

8-Ball is next, and enters the wild brawl alongside Cactus Jack and Chainsaw Charlie, helping Chainsaw with a Double Suplex on Cactus. On the other side, The Rock is still resting, as Ahmed Johnson and Phineas Godwinn are battling, and Phineas sends Ahmed to the ropes for the return, but Ahmed hangs on when he reaches them. Phineas steps in to throw him out, but Ahmed ducks, sending Phineas over the top rope to the floor for the second elimination!

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In The Ring:

Cactus Jack
Chainsaw Charlie
The Rock
Ahmed Johnson
8-Ball

One half of the Headbangers in Thrasher was next, and right as he came in, Chainsaw Charlie reversed a Cactus Jack clothesline, dumping him over the top rope for the elimination! The remaining wrestlers in the ring brawled until the buzzer rang for the 9th entrant.

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In The Ring:

Chainsaw Charlie
The Rock
Ahmed Johnson
8-Ball
Thrasher

The Interrogator comes out to a chorus of boos, and the majority of the wrestlers in the ring go after him as he enters the ring, but it's to no use. The Rock is violently thrown in the corner and Chainsaw Charlie tries to shake Kurrgan's hands, but receives a chop to the face in return! Kurrgan continues dominating, as the buzzer rang once again.

10th:

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In The Ring:

Chainsaw Charlie
The Rock
Ahmed Johnson
8-Ball
Thrasher
Kurrgan

Marvelous Marc is next, and he comes up with a very confident smile on his face, but as he sees Kurrgan in the ring, he stops and stays outside, and the referees can do nothing as he's still not legal in the match. Meanwhile, Kurrgan throws Thrasher out with a huge slam, and 8-Ball's luck runs out too, as Kurrgan chokes him over the top rope!

11th:

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In The Ring:

Chainsaw Charlie
The Rock
Ahmed Johnson
Kurrgan

Out of the Ring but not Eliminated:

Marc Mero

The crowd explodes as Ken Shamrock comes in! Shamrock, still badly damaged after the Intercontinental Title match earlier in the night, meets Kurrgan face-to-face, and kicks him in the leg! Kurrgan gets on his knees, and as he's trying to get up using the ropes, Shamrock grabs Kurrgan's leg and somehow throws Kurrgan single handedly over the top rope!

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Can you believe in that? Ken Shamrock threw Kurrgan single handedly over the top rope and on to the backstages! The Jackyl is livid, and that elimination was unreal!

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In The Ring:

Chainsaw Charlie
The Rock
Ahmed Johnson
Ken Shamrock

Out of the Ring but not Eliminated:

Marc Mero

Blackjack Bradshaw came in and went right after much of everyone in the match, with his intense brawling style. Rivals in The Rock and Ken Shamrock finally got in some good shots since Shamrock entered, but there were no eliminations again, and Marc Mero still did not enter the ring, as the buzzer rang once again.

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In The Ring:

Chainsaw Charlie
The Rock
Ahmed Johnson
Ken Shamrock
Blackjack Bradshaw

Out of the Ring but not Eliminated:

Marc Mero

Another member of the Nation in the form of the group's newest member, Mark Henry, came in to the match, and just in time as Ken Shamrock had The Rock reeling on to elimination. Henry threw Shamrock out of Rock's way like if he was just a feather, and after he was done with Shamrock, he went right after the Nation's other rival in the ring, Ahmed Johnson.

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Oh, if you look at the strength of the World's Strongest Man. Mark Henry is handling the Big Johnson!

And Henry handled the Big Johnson very well, as he threw him over the top rope for our latest elimination in the Rumble match.

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In The Ring:

Chainsaw Charlie
The Rock
Ken Shamrock
Blackjack Bradshaw
Mark Henry

Out of the Ring but not Eliminated:

Marc Mero

The Black Hart came in to a huge pop, and Mike Tyson was shown in the crowd cheering for Owen. Owen was the one to finally notice Marc Mero at ringside, and attacked him violently before throwing him to the ring. Mark Henry and The Rock double teamed Chainsaw Charlie in the ring, as the buzzer rang, and we are halfway there.

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In The Ring:

Chainsaw Charlie
The Rock
Ken Shamrock
Marc Mero
Blackjack Bradshaw
Mark Henry
Owen Hart

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Hey, this is not right! What the hell is going on here?

Leaving fans, announcers and the like confused, Dude Love came in to the ring dancing at our halfway point, and was jumped by the Nation. He got some help in the form of Ken Shamrock, and the two teams brawled all the way, as the buzzer rang for the 16th entrant.

#16:

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In The Ring:

Chainsaw Charlie
The Rock
Ken Shamrock
Marc Mero
Blackjack Bradshaw
Mark Henry
Owen Hart
Dude Love

Another Nation member in D'Lo Brown entered the fray, and joined the fight against Shamrock and Dude. The numbers game was on the side of the Nation now, and D'Lo & Rocky teamed up against Dude as Henry was left with Shamrock. Henry went on to slam Shamrock over the top rope, but Shamrock hung on, and pulled Henry over the top by himself to eliminate another big man single handedly in the match! When Rock and D'Lo saw what happened, it was too late, and they attacked Shamrock, as the buzzer rang.

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In The Ring:

Chainsaw Charlie
The Rock
Ken Shamrock
Marc Mero
Blackjack Bradshaw
Owen Hart
Dude Love
D'Lo Brown

The Los Boricuas leader Savio Vega was next, and he entered with his fellow Boricuas members, Miguel, Jesus and Jose. The Boricuas attacked their rivals in the Nation and Owen Hart, before the officials pulled the three illegal Boricuas from the ring, leaving Savio all alone. He continued the brawl with Owen, as the buzzer sounded.

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In The Ring:

Chainsaw Charlie
The Rock
Ken Shamrock
Marc Mero
Blackjack Bradshaw
Owen Hart
Dude Love
D'Lo Brown
Savio Vega

Much to the delight of Jerry Lawler, the returning wrestler that took Triple H's spot in the match was nobody other than The Honky Tonk Man! He came in to a mixed reaction by the crowd, and took his time to enter the ring. In other news, Blackjack Bradshaw had Marc Mero reeling on the ropes, and Dude Love came in from behind and threw both men over the top. Mero hung on, but Bradshaw didn't have the same luck.

#19:

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In The Ring:

Chainsaw Charlie
The Rock
Ken Shamrock
Marc Mero
Owen Hart
Dude Love
D'Lo Brown
Savio Vega
The Honky Tonk Man

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Ha! I told you, JR! This was Austin's number! He was attacked backstage, i told you! Now we are on to a more deserving winner! Oh Yeah!

Much to the confusion and dismay of some Stone Cold fans, nobody comes in at number 19, with most assuming that it was Stone Cold's number, as the Los Boricuas attacked someone backstage earlier in the night. The fight continues in the ring, though, as the enduring Chainsaw Charlie hits a huge punch that knocks Honky out, and Savio nearly eliminates Ken Shamrock, but there are no eliminations, as the buzzer sounds for our 20th entrant.

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In The Ring:

Chainsaw Charlie
The Rock
Ken Shamrock
Marc Mero
Owen Hart
Dude Love
D'Lo Brown
Savio Vega
The Honky Tonk Man

The Mastodon hits the ring with the crowd really behind him, and unleashes the two Nation members with some hard shots, powerbombing D'Lo and slamming The Rock. Marc Mero rolls out of the ring by the bottom rope as he sees Vader, and the crowd boos him heavily. Everybody in the ring gets in some good shots, but there are no eliminations again, as the 21th entrant comes in after the buzz.

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In The Ring:

Chainsaw Charlie
The Rock
Ken Shamrock
Owen Hart
Dude Love
D'Lo Brown
Savio Vega
The Honky Tonk Man
Vader

Out of the ring but not Eliminated:

Marc Mero

The NWA North American Champion struts to the ring with Jim Cornette right behind him. As Double J enters, The Honky Tonk Man is eliminated by Dude Love! Dude doesn't have time to celebrate, though, as Jarrett quickly makes an impact, by throwing Dude Love over the top rope and out of the match from behind! Jarrett struts in comemoration before going after Owen Hart, as the buzzer sounds once more.

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In The Ring:

Chainsaw Charlie
The Rock
Ken Shamrock
Owen Hart
D'Lo Brown
Savio Vega
Vader
Jeff Jarrett

Out of the ring but not Eliminated:

Marc Mero

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Hey, it's Triple H, with Chyna! What the hell?

The leader of the DOA, Chainz is next, but the real news are that Triple H comes out with Chyna, and the two watch Owen Hart from ringside. Owen is brawling with Jeff Jarrett, and points to both Hunter and Chyna, as he dumps Jarrett over the top rope for another elimination. After this, Owen points to Hunter again, who tries to hit Owen with his crutch, but Owen grabs it. However, Chyna comes out from behind, and throws Owen over the top rope, with Hunter pulling Owen with the crutch! Owen is eliminated, and D-Generation X runs out to the back for dear life, as the buzzer sounds!

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In The Ring:

Chainsaw Charlie
The Rock
Ken Shamrock
Marc Mero (Entered after Jarrett's elimination)
D'Lo Brown
Savio Vega
Vader
Chainz

(The Artist Formerly Known As) Goldust comes out with Luna, with the latter still having a huge ball in hands, and Goldust makes a beeline for his rival Vader. He goes right after the Mastodon, but Vader is able to come back and it turns into a brawl. However, Marc Mero aids Goldust, and Vader is double teamed by the two. Both try to eliminate Vader, but he hangs on...and gets up with both men on his back! Goldust gets out of Vader's back, but Mero doesn't have the same luck, as Vader goes backwards to the ropes, dumping Mero out of the match! Vader is now on fire, and goes on to do the same thing with his rival. However, Luna hits Vader with the ball, and due to this and the damage sustained in both the singles matches and his time in this match, he falls! Goldust then awaits for Vader to get up, low blows him, and throws him out!

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In The Ring:

Chainsaw Charlie
The Rock
Ken Shamrock
D'Lo Brown
Savio Vega
Chainz
(The Artist Formerly Known As) Goldust

The newcomer Steve Blackman enters the fray, and gets used to the environment rather quickly, hitting in some big time shots on pretty much everyone in the ring. Jim Ross reminds us that Chainsaw Charlie has been there the longest now, but he's been badly beaten. The buzzer rings for our 25th entrant, with no eliminations occurring during these 90 seconds.

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In The Ring:

Chainsaw Charlie
The Rock
Ken Shamrock
D'Lo Brown
Savio Vega
Chainz
(The Artist Formerly Known As) Goldust
Steve Blackman

The leader of the Nation, Faarooq, comes in, after being silent on his group for the early parts of the show. He punches Steve Blackman down, as he was brawling with Rocky and D'Lo. However, Faarooq surprises everybody when he clotheslines D'Lo Brown! The Rock asks Faarooq what is wrong with him, and he gets his answer in the form of a huge Dominator! Faarooq salutes the crowd with his fist, but Ken Shamrock jumps him from behind and the two start a brawl. No eliminations for more 90 seconds, and the buzzer sounds once again!

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In The Ring:

Chainsaw Charlie
The Rock
Ken Shamrock
D'Lo Brown
Savio Vega
Chainz
(The Artist Formerly Known As) Goldust
Steve Blackman
Faarooq

The other half of the Headbangers in Mosh is the newest member of the Rumble match, and Thrasher is out for ages now. Mosh has a solid performance, though, and nearly eliminates Savio Vega. Luna hits Ken Shamrock with the ball too, but Goldust is unable to eliminate him as Chainsaw comes in to the save. As the countdown began, the Stone Cold fans were on to the worst that they could ever imagine, as there were just 4 entrants left and there was no Austin. We hear the buzz once again...

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I told you, JR! Austin's not coming! We have 4 men left, and he's not one of them! Stone Cold Steve Austin had a target on his chest, and he took his deserved beating! Now, who's number 27?

AND IT'S A F'N GLASS SHATTER!

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Wait...WHAT?

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Hey...THAT'S AUSTIN'S MUSIC! IT'S AUSTIN! STONE COLD IS HERE! STONE COLD IS HERE! LISTEN TO THE OVATION!

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But...where is he?

In The Ring:

Chainsaw Charlie
The Rock
Ken Shamrock
D'Lo Brown
Savio Vega
Chainz
(The Artist Formerly Known As) Goldust
Steve Blackman
Faarooq
Mosh

As the Glasses Shatter, the action in the ring stops, and the crowd explodes! Mike Tyson applauds from the crowd, and every men in the ring look on to the stage, awaiting for the Texas Rattlesnake. Nothing happens for some moments...but AUSTIN COMES FROM THE CROWD! Austin jumps from the crowd into the ring, and jumps D'Lo Brown from behind, and clotheslines him over the top rope! Savio Vega goes after Stone Cold, but he's thrown out too! Austin is on a rampage, and everybody goes right after him. He low blows Goldust and Stuns Chainsaw Charlie, and it seems that nobody is going to stop him, as Chainz becomes his latest elimination! Lawler is livid at commentary, and screams for somebody to stop Austin. Austin continues his rampage, but there are still three men left, and the buzzer sounds for one of them.

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In The Ring:

Chainsaw Charlie
The Rock
Ken Shamrock
(The Artist Formerly Known As) Goldust
Steve Blackman
Faarooq
Mosh
Steve Austin

The other hog farmer, Henry O. Godwinn, is the first man to come out after the Austin rampage started. He goes right after the man in question, and a brawl erupts between the two men. Ken Shamrock and Mosh are the two first men to get to their feet after the rampage, and Mosh runs after the dazed Shamrock, but he evades Mosh, who goes over the top rope all the way to the floor!

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In The Ring:

Chainsaw Charlie
The Rock
Ken Shamrock
(The Artist Formerly Known As) Goldust
Steve Blackman
Faarooq
Steve Austin
Henry O. Godwinn

The last member of the Nation to enter the Rumble match is next, and he goes right after Austin...just to be thrown out by him after 10 seconds, much to the dismay of both Kama himself and Jerry Lawler! Jerry wishes that the last man to enter is the one to finally eliminate Austin, as someone has to. The buzzer sounds in for the last time, and the 30th entrant is...

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Now, it's time for the last entrant! Let's wish that this guy is the one to take this idiot Austin out, the one to free us from him! And it is...

#30:

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Oh, come on, you've got to be kidding me!

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Someone's not going to have a nice day, King, and i don't know if it's Austin, but one of these men in the ring will face the champion at WrestleMania!

The Last 9 in the Royal Rumble Match:

Chainsaw Charlie
The Rock
Ken Shamrock
(The Artist Formerly Known As) Goldust
Steve Blackman
Faarooq
Steve Austin
Henry O. Godwinn
Mankind

As the last 9 are left in the ring, the chaos doesn't stop, as everyone is involved in a brawl. Henry O. Godwinn is quickly eliminated by Ken Shamrock with a Back Body Drop, and Goldust is dumped by the World's Most Dangerous Man shortly thereafter too. Now we have 7, and Mankind throws the newcomer Steve Blackman out of the ring after a good showing by him. After this, he makes a beeline for Chainsaw Charlie. Terry Funk is known for being one hell of a tough fighter, and he showed this by staying for some 50 minutes in this match, but after all of this, nothing could stop Mankind from Mandible Clawing him over the top rope.

With 5 men left, everybody retreated to a place. Austin, Rocky, Shamrock and Faarooq to a corner, and Mankind to a rope. After some moments, Faarooq and Rocky looked to each other...and attacked Mankind! Austin and Shamrock looked to each other too, but they attacked each other! Chaos reigned supreme in the ring, as the crowd was exploding. No eliminations ocurred for some 2 minutes, but this streak was broken by Faarooq and Rocky, who double teamed to eliminate Mankind from the Rumble! Soon, Ken Shamrock went after both men, but the numbers caught him, and he was eliminated too, after a great performance.

And the last 3 were Steve Austin, The Rock and Faarooq. The crowd booed as it seemed that Faarooq and Rocky would team to eliminate one more wrestler in Stone Cold. Rocky told Faarooq to go first, and much to the confusion of everyone, Rocky jumped Faarooq from behind and eliminated him! Faarooq was shocked, but as he saw that it was Rocky, he was livid. Rocky had no answers to Faarooq's tantrum, though, as he was the last remaining man against Austin. Rocky taunted Austin and slapped him, but when Austin got back up, Rocky retreated, before going back. The two engaged in a fist battle, and Rocky won the battle, ultimately throwing Austin over the top rope...BUT HE HUNG ON! Rocky thought that he had won, though, and saluted the crowd with his fist and celebrated. When he turned, though, Austin saluted him with his middle fingers, Stunned him, and threw him over the top rope to win the Royal Rumble Match!

Rating: B
Notes: 59:41.

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AUSTIN HAS DONE IT! AUSTIN HAS DONE IT AGAINST ALL ODDS! STONE COLD STEVE AUSTIN IS GOING TO WRESTLEMANIA! LISTEN TO THIS CAPACITY CROWD, IT IS EXPLODING!

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NO!

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Stone Cold has done it, ladies and gentlemen. He's going to WrestleMania, and he has a date with the World Champion now! He had a target on his chest, but he did it!

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NOOOOOO!

After the Rumble Match, the crowd explodes, as Stone Cold won the 1998 Royal Rumble Match. Austin comemorates, and the camera cuts shortly to a pleased Mike Tyson, and Austin poses to the crowd at every corner. There were 30 men, but only 1 won, and this one was Austin. This night was all Austin's.

Rating: B+

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Ladies and gentlemen, what a night it has been so far, but we still have our Main Event, and it is for the World Wrestling Federation World Heavyweight Title.

A video package about the following match between Shawn Michaels and The Undertaker was shown, the same that was shown on both Shotgun and Raw is War. The match is up next.

Rating: A

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Now, i can't wait to see that Dead idiot being closed in that Casket! That would make the night better after that shitty Rumble Match!

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Oh c'mon, stop with this already. But then, Howard Finkel is in the ring, and we are on to our Main Event.

The bell rings, and the bell tolls, and the crowd explodes, as it is obvious that it is The Undertaker coming down to the ring. He looks focused as ever, as he's ready to try and have his revenge against Shawn Michaels.

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The following contest is the Main Event, and it is a Casket Match for the World Wrestling Federation World Heavyweight Championship! Introducing first, the challenger...from Death Valley, weighing in at 299 pounds...The Undertaker!

After the lights go back to normal, the World Champion himself makes his way to the ring to the biggest heat of the night. Michaels has nothing to say to the crowd, though, as he's focused. He kisses his belt before entering the ring.

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And his opponent, from San Antonio, Texas, weighing in at 225 pounds...he is the World Wrestling Federation World Heavyweight Champion...The ''Heartbreak Kid'', Shawn Michaels!

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The main event starts with a staredown between the two opponents. The Undertaker could not wait for the bell to ring so he could get his hands on Michaels, but the champion looked like he wanted to end this rather quickly. As the bell rang, Michaels started to play mind games with the Deadman, as he left the ring and grabbed his title. Michaels started leaving, and the crowd booed him heavily.

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Great strategy by Michaels! Go and beat this dead ass!

However, The Undertaker went after Michaels and punched him on the back of his head. Taker threw Michaels in the side of the Casket, to a huge pop from the crowd. Taker went after Michaels, but he pulled Taker's leg and the Deadman fell face first into the Casket. Michaels then quickly grabbed a chair and started hitting Taker with it. Taker, filled with revenge, would feel little pain, however, and went right after his opponent. Taker violently pulled him back to the ring, and Taker dominated for a while, before the champion came back to the match and the two started to brawl. Michaels eventually got the advantage by low blowing his opponent, and he started hitting Undertaker's leg, with a wise Figure-Four Leglock applied.

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Figure Four applied here...Michaels can't win by submission, but that will certainly help him later on!

After this, Michaels rolled out to the ringside, and he opened the Casket. Michaels laughed, but it didn't last enough, as somehow, when he looked back to the ring, The Undertaker was up on his feet, and jumped from the ring right into Michaels! The crowd exploded at the sight of this, as it was truly fascinating. The two did not get back to their feet for nearly a minute, but they did get back to their feet together. The Undertaker landed a array of punches on Michaels, and bashed his skull right into the Casket. The Undertaker tried to throw Michaels in the Casket early, but the Champion survived the Test of Strength with the Phenom, and speared him into the apron! The Undertaker got into fours, and Michaels kicked him in the skull for him to get fully down. It was Michaels' turn now to try and get Taker into the Casket, but he was dead weight. He hit a Double Axe Handle from the apron to Taker, but he couldn't get him into the Casket after it too.

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The Undertaker is just dead weight here! Michaels will need more to get him into that Casket!

Michaels then dragged Taker to the barricade with all of his strength, and tried to suplex him into the crowd, but Taker countered the suplex into his own, and Michaels was thrown back first into the concrete of the crowd! The crowd exploded once again, and Taker pulled Michaels to his feet again. He positioned him in the barricade, and hit a Big Boot that took Michaels' head off! Taker then caught Michaels in a position that we've never seen before from him, in what looked like a Reverse Tombstone Piledriver position. He carried Michaels all the way from the barricade to the casket, and he tried to Reverse Tombstone Michaels into the Casket...but Michaels ended up on his feet and behind Taker! Michaels then pushed Taker, who avoided getting in the Casket and turned...but took a Sweet Chin Music that knocked him out! Taker was backwards nearly into the Casket, and Michaels tried to push him into it using his leg.

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Sweet Chin Music! The Undertaker is knocked out! He has it now!

This time, Michaels got Taker into the Casket, and went on to close it. He nearly closed it...but was choked from out of nowhere! Taker still had some fight on him, and choked Michaels as he left the Casket. He went in for the Chokeslam...but Michaels low blowed him with his leg! The crowd booed the champion heavily, but he had nothing to tell them again. He entered the ring once again and cimbed to the top of the corner, getting in backwards to The Undertaker, who was getting back to his feet. Michaels left everybody amused when he went on for a huge Moonsault from the ring to The Undertaker who was outside - but it was countered! The Undertaker grabbed Michaels in mid-air, right into the Tombstone position! Taker turned himself and Michaels to the Casket, and he went for the Tombstone on the Casket...OR DID HE?

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My God...IT'S KANE! He might be here to help The Undertaker!

A huge explosion interrupts the match, and it's Kane, with Paul Bearer screaming after him. Taker just Tombstoned Michaels on the concrete as he stared his brother. Kane and The Undertaker seemed to understand each other, and Taker got Michaels up...OR DID HE AGAIN? For the confusion of everybody once again, Kane punches his brother from behind, days after saving him from D-Generation X! Kane brutalizes his brother, and Chokeslams him on the concrete! Kane then Tombstones his brother right into the Casket, and closes the lid, giving Shawn Michaels the win!

Notes: 18:16.

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My God, Kane just Tombstoned his brother right into that Casket! Oh my god, that was unbelievable. Now get the hell out of there Shawn, this man...monster is crazy!

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Well, i didn't expect that to happen! I agree with you for once, JR, get out of there Shawn!

After the match, Shawn Michaels grabs his title and vanishes to the back as soon as he's announced as the winner, and Paul Bearer laughs as Kane looks at the closed Casket with his brother inside. Bearer gives Kane something and the Monster grabs it...and...IT'S A MATCHBOX! Bearer grabs gasoline and puts some into the Casket, and Kane throws the match into the Casket, and The Undertaker is burned with the Casket! The crowd has no reaction now, as this is not a normal scene, and Kane has apparently burned his brother. There are simply no comments from JR and King anymore, and Kane opens the Casket. Inside...there is nobody on it anymore! Kane looks for his brother in the arena, but there is no one. The crowd now cheers, and the lights are turned off, bringing a explosion to the crowd! When it comes back, there is no Kane and no Paul Bearer on the stage!

Rating: A

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What happened? The Undertaker was burned and we saw it! O-Oh my G-God!

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I don't know King...but i think that we'll sure know soon...ladies and gentlemen, thanks for tuning into the 1998 WWF Royal Rumble, what a great night it was, tune into Raw is War tomorrow night to see the aftermath, good night everybody!

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Casket Match for the WWF World Heavyweight Championship
Shawn Michaels © vs. The Undertaker

The 1998 Royal Rumble Match
Featuring: (The Artist Formerly Known As) Goldust, 8-Ball, Ahmed Johnson, Blackjack Bradshaw, Cactus Jack, Chainsaw Charlie, Chainz, D'Lo Brown, Faarooq, Henry O. Godwinn, Jeff Jarrett, Kama Mustafa, Ken Shamrock, Kurrgan, Marc Mero, Mark Henry, Mosh, Owen Hart, Phineas I. Godwinn, Savio Vega, Skull, Steve Austin, Steve Blackman, The Rock, Thrasher, Tom Brandi, Vader, ???, ??? and ???

WWF Intercontinental Championship Match
The Rock © vs. Ken Shamrock

Vader vs. (The Artist Formerly Known As) Goldust

WWF World Tag Team Championship Match
The New Age Outlaws © vs. Legion of Doom

WWF Light Heavyweight Championship Match
TAKA Michinoku © vs. Brian Christopher

Extras:

1. What was the best match of the night? Shawn Michaels vs. The Undertaker
2. Will Any Title Change Hands? If so, how many? 0
3. There WILL be debuts and returns on this show. How Many? 3; Robby V (Rob Van Dam), Steve Storm (Lance Storm) and The Honky Tonk Man
4. Will there be any turns? How Many? 0. Kane never turned babyface, so he doesn't count.
5. Who are the three mystery men in the Royal Rumble Match? One is one worker debuting and the other two are already in the roster. The Honky Tonk Man, Dude Love and Mankind
6. Who will stay the longest in the Royal Rumble Match? Chainsaw Charlie, and No, i did not do this to screw you guys. I was giving a legend a moment in the sun.
7. Who will be the last eliminated in the Royal Rumble Match? The Rock
8. Who are going to be the last four in the Royal Rumble Match? Austin, Rock, Shamrock and Faarooq
9. Who is going to eliminate the most in the Royal Rumble Match? Ken Shamrock/Steve Austin
10. Will Mike Tyson get physically involved in any match? No

The results will be posted by the end of the month, alongside all Raw is War's results. Shotgun will be posted with Raw too.

Beejus · October 2, 2013

Mighty fine show, Smash. Hopefully now that this show is out of the way, we can start getting to see your booking shine through what was happening.

Dawn · October 2, 2013

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="Beejus" data-cite="Beejus" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="36691" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Mighty fine show, Smash. Hopefully now that this show is out of the way, we can start getting to see your booking shine through what was happening.</div></blockquote><p> </p><p> Thanks dude, and sure, it is all like IRL until the first PPV. I'll still go like IRL in some storylines until WrestleMania, as i'm not one of these guys who do everything in a hurry, but now that the Rumble is out of the way, there will be even more twists and turns that i think that you guys are going to like.</p>

Dawn · October 3, 2013

This is being a fun day as i'm teaching my girlfriend on how to enter the forum...but then, time for predictions!

Raw is War 01/12/1998 card

The Disciples of Apocalypse (8-Ball, Chainz & Skull) vs. The Nation of Domination (D'Lo Brown, Faarooq & Kama Mustafa) (w/The Rock and Mark Henry)
Comment:

Marc Mero (w/Sable) vs. Bart Gunn
Comment:

Cactus Jack & Chainsaw Charlie vs. The Truth Commission (Recon & Sniper) (w/Kurrgan and The Jackyl)
Comment:

NWA North American Championship Match
Blackjack Bradshaw vs. Jeff Jarrett © (w/Jim Cornette)
Comment:

Owen Hart, TAKA Michinoku & The Headbangers vs. Los Boricuas
Comment:

WWF World Tag Team Championship Match
The Can-Am Express vs. The New Age Outlaws ©
Comment:

WWF Intercontinental Championship Match
Ahmed Johnson vs. The Rock © (w/Nation of Domination)

Fun Fan Signs:

Beejus · October 3, 2013

<p><em>The Disciples of Apocalypse (8-Ball, Chainz & Skull)</em> vs. The Nation of Domination (D'Lo Brown, Faarooq & Kama Mustafa) (w/The Rock and Mark Henry)</p><p>

Comment: <em>The Nation win Gang Warz. But I can see Rock inadvertently costing the NOD the match.</em></p><p> </p><p>

<em>Marc Mero (w/Sable)</em> vs. Bart Gunn</p><p>

Comment: <em>I've honestly never had a problem with Marc Mero, and especially at this point when his theme song was AWESOME.</em></p><p> </p><p>

<em>Cactus Jack & Chainsaw Charlie</em> vs. The Truth Commission (Recon & Sniper) (w/Kurrgan and The Jackyl)</p><p>

Comment: <em>Ready to fire Recon and Sniper yet?</em></p><p> </p><p>

NWA North American Championship Match</p><p>

Comment: <em>Windham heel turn? I kinda hope not, I think the Blackjacks could be cool.</em></p><p> </p><p>

<em>Owen Hart, TAKA Michinoku & The Headbangers</em> vs. Los Boricuas</p><p>

Comment: <em>Because Owen Hart.</em></p><p> </p><p>

WWF World Tag Team Championship Match</p><p>

Comment: <em>Does this even require comment?</em></p><p> </p><p>

WWF Intercontinental Championship Match</p><p>

<em>Rock isn't losing this one until you're damn well ready to move him up the ladder.</em></p><p> </p><p>

Fun Fan Signs:</p><p>

<em>The Biggest Hart</em></p><p><em>

STONE COLD CRAZAY</em></p>

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