WWF 1991: "They'll be jammed packed to the rafters for this one!"

Crossface · August 8, 2016

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No real obligatory backstory or prelude here.

The Data: I'm using Rising Storms as a base and will be playing as the WWF. Vince McMahon will be my user character--but I don't expect that to impact the diary in any significant way.

I have made some very minor adjustments to the data before launching...mostly they are related to the starting broadcasting deals. I have cancelled All American Wrestling, as I didn't want 2 "B" shows. Superstars will be my "A" show to start with Wrestling Challenge as my lone "B". I have both shows on the USA Network, as well as TSN. I have left the UK deals in tact. I have added a few chemistry notes in as well.

Big thanks to justtxyank and the wonderful Mod Squad fellows for all their work in creating the data.

What to Expect: I do plan to keep this diary as authentic to the time period as possible while simultaneously departing from history. Basically don't expect to see a lot of non-traditional gimmick matches or an over-signing a lot of future superstar guys early on (ex: Eddie Guerrero, Chris Jericho, etc.) as, to me, they don't fit the time period. Some of those guys may trickle in if the diary lives long enough...we shall see.

Prediction Contests: At some point I will probably begin a prediction contest (probably for the Royal Rumble). At the moment my thinking is that, with the use of jobbers (especially the new "hire local" function), predictions for Superstars and Wrestling Challenge will be too predictable.

My Experience: I have only written one diary before (NWA 1987: This is Where We Wrestle). While it didn't have an extraordinary long shelf life, I was rather proud of it. Hopefully I can improve on this project.

Thanks to everyone who has taken the time to check this out and hopefully it's an enjoyable ride! Please feel free to comment and share your thoughts on the happenings in the diary as well as layout. Constructive criticism is appreciated as much as (if not more than) compliments!

Crossface · August 8, 2016

Current Champions:

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WWF World Heavyweight Champion:

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Sgt. Slaughter (January 1991-present)
The Ultimate Warrior (1st reign) (April 1990- January 1991)

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WWF Intercontinental Champion:

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Mr. Perfect (2nd reign) (November 1990-Present)

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WWF World Tag Team Champions:

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The Hart Foundation--Bret "The Hitman" Hart (2nd reign) and Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart (2nd reign) (September 1990-Present)

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Royal Rumble Winner:
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Hulk Hogan (2x) (1991)
Hulk Hogan (1990)
"Big" John Studd (1989)
"Hacksaw" Jim Duggan (1988)

Current Roster:

*Faces in blue; Heels in red

Main Event:

Animal
The Big Bossman
Hawk
"The Immortal" Hulk Hogan
Jake "the Snake" Roberts
"Superfly" Jimmy Snuka
"Hacksaw" Jim Duggan
The Texas Tornado
The Ultimate Warrior
Tito Santana
"The Mighty" Earthquake
Mr. Perfect
"The Macho King" Randy Savage w/ Sensational Queen Sherri
Rick "the Model" Martel
Sgt. Slaughter w/ Gen. Adnan
"The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase w/ Virgil
The Undertaker

Mid-Card:

Bret "the Hitman" Hart
Bushwhacker Butch
Bushwhacker Like
Greg "the Hammer" Valentine
Jim "the Anvil" Neidhart
Jim Powers
Koko B. Ware
Marty Jannetty
Nikolai Volkoff
Saba Simba
Shawn Michaels
The British Bulldog
Tugboat
Boris Zhukov
"Nasty Boy" Brian Knobbs
Demolition Crush
"The World's Strongest Man" Dino Bravo
"The Mighty" Hercules
"Nasty Boy" Jerry Sags
Kato
Paul Roma
Demolition Smash
Tanaka
The Barbarian
The Genius
The Mountie
The Warlord
Virgil

Haku

Curtain-Jerkers:

Sam Houston
Shane Douglas
The Brooklyn Brawler
*Plus a variety of "enhancement talent" not worthy of listing at this time

Tag Teams:

The Bushwhackers
The Hart Foundation (Bret "the Hitman" Hart & Jim "the Anvil Neidhart)
The Legion of Doom (Hawk & Animal)
The Rockers (Marty Jannetty & Shawn Michaels)
Demolition (Smash & Crush)
Earthquake & Dino Bravo
Haku & The Barbarian
The Orient Express (Kato & Tanaka)
Power & Glory (Paul Roma & Hercules)
The Nasty Boys (Brian Knobbs & Jerry Sags)

Stables & Manager Affiliations:

The Heenan Family:
Bobby "The Brain" Heenan
Mr. Perfect
Haku
The Barbarian

Managed by Jimmy Hart:
Earthquake
Dino Bravo
The Nasty Boys

Managed by Mr. Fuji:
Demolition
The Orient Express

Managed by Slick:
The Warlord
Power & Glory

Crossface · August 8, 2016

Show Index:

January 1991:

Week 1: Superstars & Wrestling Challenge
Week 2: Superstars & Wrestling Challenge
Week 3: Superstars & Wrestling Challenge
Week 4: Superstars & Wrestling Challenge
Week 4: The Royal Rumble
Wrestling Observer Newsletter: January 1991

February 1991:
Week 1: Superstars & Wrestling Challenge
Week 2: Superstars & Wrestling Challenge
Week 3: Superstars & Wrestling Challenge
Week 3: Saturday Night's Main Event
Week 4: Superstars & Wrestling Challenge
Wrestling Observer Newsletter: February 1991

Crossface · August 9, 2016

<div style="text-align:center;"><a href="http://s288.photobucket.com/user/tew0720/media/WWF%201991/Logos/WWF%20Superstars_zps8hgmkdk1.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow">http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll163/tew0720/WWF%201991/Logos/WWF%20Superstars_zps8hgmkdk1.jpg</a></div> <div class="ipsEmbeddedVideo"><div><iframe width="200" height="150" src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/CbqjCT8Qmrs?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" title="WWF Superstars of Wrestling 1991 Theme"></iframe></div></div> From The Boston Garden (New England Region) 15,909 fans in attendance Announcers: Vince McMahon & “Rowdy” Roddy Piper <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42352" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">The Nasty Boys w/ Jimmy Hart vs. Jim Powers & Sam Houston</div> The team of Knobbs and Sags made short work of Jim Powers and Sam Houston, but not before displaying some of their more “nasty” techniques: including the Pit Stop (which McMahon referred to as an “unorthodox maneuver”). Knobbs pinned Houston at about 6 and half minutes. Victors: The Nasty Boys Match Rating: 58</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42352" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">Event Center with Sean Mooney</div> Sean Mooney is in the Event Center where he reviewed the on-going rivalry that has grown between Jake “the Snake” Roberts and “The Model” Rick Martel. Clips are shown of Martel spraying his custom-made cologne, Arrogance, into Robert’s eyes--temporarily blinding him in one eye. Roberts gained some measure of revenge at the Survivor Series, but the score is far from settled. The two will meet one-on-one at the Royal Rumble. <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="http://s288.photobucket.com/user/tew0720/media/WWF%201991/Jake%20Roberts%2092_zpsue46jyw2.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow">http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll163/tew0720/WWF%201991/Jake%20Roberts%2092_zpsue46jyw2.jpg</a></div> We get pre-taped comments from Jake Roberts who says he has “never seen any clearer, and in fact he can see the future...a future where Damien is resting comfortably with a full belly…” <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="http://s288.photobucket.com/user/tew0720/media/WWF%201991/Rick%20Martel%206_zpsk7jjtwg2.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow">http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll163/tew0720/WWF%201991/Rick%20Martel%206_zpsk7jjtwg2.jpg</a></div> Martel offered some thoughts of his own, expressing his plan to “make the most luxurious snake-leather boots with whatever is left of Jake and his foul-smelling pet after the Royal Rumble.” Segment Rating: 66</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42352" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">The Barbarian w/ Heenan vs. Scott Taylor</div> The next match featured Bobby Heenan and his client The Barbarian quickly demolishing local youngster Scott Taylor. Heenan used the match as an opportunity to tell the ringside camera that his suspect’s that the Big Bossman’s mother’s New Year’s resolution is to “only leave the house with a bag over her head as to not scare the local children.” McMahon and Piper commented that sooner or later Heenan would get his comeuppance for these weeks-worth of insults. Victor: The Barbarian Match Rating: 59</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42352" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">The Brother Love Show:</div> Brother Love welcomed everybody to this week’s edition of the show. Before his guest, he wanted to take a moment to reveal some happy news: he has sold the contract of Brother Undertaker to a new manager in the World Wrestling Federation. That man will be introduced on this week’s episode of Wrestling Challenge. With that bit of business tended too, Love welcomes his guests at this time, men whose generosity knows no bounds, Brothers DiBiase and Virgil! <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="http://s288.photobucket.com/user/tew0720/media/WWF%201991/Ted%20DiBiase%2090_zpshcffcwly.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow">http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll163/tew0720/WWF%201991/Ted%20DiBiase%2090_zpshcffcwly.jpg</a><a href="http://s288.photobucket.com/user/tew0720/media/WWF%201991/Virgil%2087_zpsfthzp6da.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow">http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll163/tew0720/WWF%201991/Virgil%2087_zpsfthzp6da.jpg</a></div> DiBiase begins by making some vague, disparaging remarks about Dusty Rhodes and his boy fleeing down south like cowards! Next, DiBiase says it’s about time some gold adorns the waist of the Million Dollar Man! He issues a challenge to the Hart Foundation to defend the Tag Team titles at the Royal Rumble against him and Virgil! Segment Rating: 73</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42352" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">The Texas Tornado vs. Bart Batten</div> Despite Batten’s attempt to sneak attack the Tornado before he had his robe off, it was not to be Batten’s night. The former Intercontinental champion valiantly battled back and secured the pinfall following a mighty Tornado punch. Show Rating:57</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42352" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">“Mean” Gene hosted Sgt. Slaughter w/ Adnan on the interview platform:</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="http://s288.photobucket.com/user/tew0720/media/WWF%201991/Sgt.%20Slaughter%203_zpscg2penqw.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow">http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll163/tew0720/WWF%201991/Sgt.%20Slaughter%203_zpscg2penqw.jpg</a><a href="http://s288.photobucket.com/user/tew0720/media/WWF%201991/Sheik%20Adnan%20Al-Kaissey%202_zpsp3jqy03g.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow">http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll163/tew0720/WWF%201991/Sheik%20Adnan%20Al-Kaissey%202_zpsp3jqy03g.jpg</a></div> Gene questioned Slaughter about Randy Savage’s remarks a week ago that he’s been promised a shot at the title if Slaughter wins. Slaughter quickly told Gene to “nevermind about that” and went on to call “the Ultimate Puke a weak and spineless champion!” He insinuated that Warrior was “just like the American military: lacking the guts to do what was necessary in war” and promised that he would “win at all costs, no matter what it takes...just like the great Saddam Hussein!” Segment Rating:93</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42352" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">Greg “the Hammer” Valentine vs. The Earthquake w/ Jimmy Hart</div> The commentary team allude to the history that Valentine has with his former manager, Jimmy Hart, in the opening of this one. In fact, Valentine wastes little time taking it to the big man with a flurry of stiff chops and right hands. The tide turns after Earthquake reverses an Irish-whip in the corner and squashes the Hammer. From there, as Hart chirps over the megaphone, Earthquake slows the pace down. Valentine does have one more hope spot as he counters a backdrop with a sunset-flip, but Earthquake simply drops on him for the 3-count! Victor: The Earthquake Match Rating: 73</div></blockquote> Overall Show Rating: 75 <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="http://s288.photobucket.com/user/tew0720/media/WWF%201991/Logos/WWF%20Wrestling%20Challenge%202_zpsxjkf0tkm.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow">http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll163/tew0720/WWF%201991/Logos/WWF%20Wrestling%20Challenge%202_zpsxjkf0tkm.jpg</a></div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42352" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Wrestling Challenge Announcers: Gorilla Monsoon & “Rowdy” Roddy Piper Koko B. Ware def. The Brooklyn Brawler (48) A vignette shows The Mountie embarrassing a citizen in a routine traffic stop before explaining that he was coming soon to the WWF. (58) The Undertaker w/ his new manager, Paul Bearer, def. Brian Costello (59) The Event Center: Sean Mooney sets up some clips illustrating the history of Bobby Heenan’s comments regarding the Big Bossman’s mother. Bossman cuts a pre-taped promo about getting even with Heenan by taking the thing that his family values the most: Mr. Perfect’s Intercontinental championship. Perfect and Heenan give their own opinion of they think the match at the Royal Rumble will go. (72) “Hacksaw” Jim Duggan drew with Haku descended into chaos after Heenan interfered and Duggan took out his 2x4. (58) Show Rating: 61</div></blockquote>

Beejus · August 9, 2016

I don't know about anyone else, but I'll hang from the rafters for this! I had really liked your short NWA diary, so I'm glad to see you back at something.

Crossface · August 9, 2016

I don't know about anyone else, but I'll hang from the rafters for this! I had really liked your short NWA diary, so I'm glad to see you back at something.

Thanks Beejus--I appreciate the support. It's good to know that my short lived NWA project made a positive impression! Hopefully this can get more steam behind it and last a bit longer.

I am in the process of booking the next round of Superstars and Wrestling Challenge tapings now and will hopefully have them posted in the next 24-48 hours. I have extended Superstars to 90 minutes and Challenge to a full hour for the next tapings as I felt that I couldn't fit very much in first round. Hopefully the additional content doesn't bog down the reading or writing very much. That said, I plan on keeping TV shows short and relatively to the point with more elaboration for events.

justtxyank · August 9, 2016

Wow man. Hive alerted me to the sudden spike in 1991 diaries. Awesome to see!

I'll be following, but like I said in another thread, I'm working overtime on some modding right now so can't do a lot of commenting/predicting. Also dig that you are using the Gorilla Monsoon HOI nGo pick in your avatar!

RingRider · August 9, 2016

Good to see you back Crossface. I really dug the NWA diary you had going in '13 and was sad to see it die off. Good luck on this one! Late 80's/early 90's WWF is what I grew up on and should be fun to book.

Crossface · August 11, 2016

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From Madison Square Garden (Tri State Region)

18,200 fans in attendance

Announcers: Vince McMahon & “Rowdy” Roddy Piper

Commentators Welcome

McMahon and Piper welcome the audience from the world’s most famous arena and hype a rare Superstars in-ring appearance by Hulk Hogan! Plus we’ll hear comments from the The Ultimate Warrior! Tito Santana will be in action later on as well, but first we head ringside for the Rockers!

Segment Rating: 85

The Rockers vs Barry O & Bob Bradley

Michaels and Jannetty, the Federation’s resident tag-team specialists, put their tag team chemistry on display in the evening’s opening contest. McMahon and Piper noted that the pair looked in tip top shape for the Royal Rumble--a match where every man is for himself (even tag team partners). After a double-fist drop from the top, Jannetty pins Barry O short of 8 minutes.

Victors: The Rockers
Match Rating: 61

The Brother Love Show:

Brother Love opens his this edition by discussing the upcoming Royal Rumble match. He notes some of the big names who are scheduled to compete in the 30-Man extravaganza (including Hulk Hogan, the Macho King and Hawk and Animal). Brother Love goes on to say that his money, however, is on his guest, his former client: the Undertaker!

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The normal gospel music that plays throughout each edition of the Brother Love show is cut off by a chilly funeral dirge and The Undertake is led out by his sinister looking new manager, Paul Bearer. The Undertaker keeps his head bowed, his lifeless gaze expressionless as Bearer’s shrill voice explained that his Undertaker is destined to win the Rumble match...in fact the other 29 competitors will be “dying” get out of the ring when the Undertaker’s number is called...“Ohh Yes!”

Segment Rating: 83

The Event Center with Sean Mooney
Sean Mooney is in the Event Center with a special Royal Rumble Report! Mooney highlights some of the particular rules of the match before we hear comments from some of the scheduled participants.

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“Hacksaw”Jim Duggan dedicates his performance in this year’s Rumble match “to the brave men and women overseas fighting to keep America safe! Thanks for your service...tough guys! Hooooo!”

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Jimmy Hart, flanked by the massive Earthquake and “Canadian Strongman” Dino Bravo giggles maniacally before expressing his doubt that anyone in the WWF is even strong enough to throw Earthquake over the top rope! Earthquake says that the shockwaves of his victory celebration will set off richter scales all around the country!

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Lastly,The Rockers realize that they aren’t the biggest guys in the WWF, but they still promise to “strut and stroll and rock and roll, and show what teamwork is all about.”

Call your cable operator or satellite provider today!

Segment Rating:69

Pre-match: The Genius Performs a Poem

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Happy New Year, now listen here! The Genius will tell you all!
It’s 1991, The Genuis’ year and my opponents will all fall!
You see, the Royal Rumble is close at hand--a place where I’ll stand tall!
29 other men who think that they can win,just like my opponent who shortly I will pin,
Should listen one and all!
They should listen close to what I say and repeat in my refrain,
At the end of the Rumble match, only The Genius shall remain!

Segment Rating: 77

Shane Douglas vs. The Genius

McMahon notes that The Genius is certainly not lacking in confidence about his chances in the big Rumble match and Piper notes that he prefers Dr. Suess. If the young Shane Douglas was at all intimidated by The Genius’ claims, it didn’t show as he immediately took it to the academic scholar. The Genius took the upperhand however when Douglas missed a splash from the top and The Genius pointed to his head indicating his superior intellect.

He should have spent less time celebrating himself and gone for a pin however, because he was totally caught off-guard by the quick inside cradle by Douglas! A quick 3 count later and we had a big upset on Superstars and the Genius was livid!

Victor: Shane Douglas
Match Rating: 56

Video Replay

A replay of an angle on Superstars from 2 weeks ago is shown.“Mean” Gene hosted Randy “Macho King” Savage and Sensational Queen Sherri. Savage claimed to be the “true number one contender to WWF Championship, yeah..” Savage and Sherri also reveal that they have a handshake agreement with Sgt. Slaugher, “a true man of integrity” for a shot at the title should Slaughter defeat The Ultimate Warrior at the Royal Rumble.

Segment Rating: 91

“Mean” Gene hosts the Ultimate Warrior

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Following on the heels of that replay, Gene welcomes the WWF Champion The Ultimate Warrior to a huge ovation! Gene welcomes the champion before asking about the supposed deal struck between Randy Savage and Sgt. Slaughter. Warrior replied that he was not concerned with the “lost madness of the Macho King” and that he was focused on the upcoming war to bought fought at The Royal Rumble. He says that Sgt. Slaughter is only a sergeant...but he “is the general of my army of Warriors! You Sgt. Slaughter have lost your way! You have abandoned the principles that guide all souls through the inter-dimensional enlightenment...you Sgt. Slaughter will pay the ultimate price for betrayal!” Warrior let loose a deep snort as “Mean” Gene looked slightly nervous to end the segment.

Segment Rating: 94

Tito Santana vs. Boris Zhukov

Ring veteran and much adored Tito Santana took on the former Bolshevik and perennial bad guy Boris Zhukov in the next match up. Again, Piper and McMahon talked through the open match discussing the big Royal Rumble event coming up in a few short weeks. Nothing special here as Santana was good for a win following a flying forearm smash.

Victor: Tito Santana
Match Rating: 65

Pre-match Comments

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The menacing Warlord and his fast-talking manager Slick promise that Hulk Hogan will succumb to the overwhelming power of the Warlords’ patented Full Nelson! All of which is just a warmup for the Royal Rumble!

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“Just like all the servicemen and servicewomen fighting over in the Persian Gulf,” The Hulkster says “the largest biceps in the world are going to drop some bombs are the Warlord, brother! “

Segment Rating: 87

Hulk Hogan vs The Warlord w/ Slick

These two wasted little time getting started as the Warlord came at Hulk out of the gate on for the Hulk to duck a clothesline and knock the big man back with a shoulder tackle. While he didn’t the mat, the temporary stunning effect allowed Hogan to take control as he backed the Warlord into the corner with a series of big fists that brought MSG to it’s feet right early on. As the Slickster jumped on the apron drawing Hogan’s attention, the Warlord was able to seize control however and controlled the former champion with a giant headlock. The match really slowed down here as the Warlord kept Hogan in control alternating power moves and a vice-like headlock. With the support of his hulkamaniacs, however, Hogan was able to battle back, shaking off the Warlords powerful blows. Ultimately Hogan bodyslammed the mighty Warlord before securing the pin following the big leg drop.

Victor: Hulk Hogan
Match Rating: 79

Post match

The program came to close as the Hulkster posed for the crowd and held up a “Hulkamania will live forever” dot-matrix, print-shop banner.

Segment Rating: 85

Overall Show Rating: 83

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Wrestling Challenge
Announcers: Gorilla Monsoon & “Rowdy” Roddy Piper

Jimmy Snuka def. The Brooklyn Brawler (58)

Event Center w/ Sean Mooney: The Hart Foundation accepted the challenge of DiBiase and Virgil. (61)

Demolition w/ Mr. Fuji def. Jim Powers & Brian Costello (51)

Event Center w/ Gene Okerlund:Gene advertised the Royal Rumble PPV--call your cable or satellite operator now! (85)

The British Bulldog def. Barry O (59)

Pre-match comments from the Big Bossman on Mr. Perfect and Bobby Heenan (78)

Non-title match: Mr. Perfect w/ Bobby Heenan def. Saba Simba (76)

Show Rating: 74

KnowYourEnemy · August 11, 2016

Looking forward to the rumble -- it's always quite a choice you have with Slaughter and Warrior -- which choice is less bad?

Crossface · August 11, 2016

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="justtxyank" data-cite="justtxyank" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42352" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Wow man. Hive alerted me to the sudden spike in 1991 diaries. Awesome to see! I'll be following, but like I said in another thread, I'm working overtime on some modding right now so can't do a lot of commenting/predicting. Also dig that you are using the Gorilla Monsoon HOI nGo pick in your avatar!</div></blockquote> Thanks Just! Happy to have you check in whenever you get a chance. Of course there's a spike in '91 diaries...it's a helluva mod! Re: Gorilla--man he was the best! I really want to capture his voice on the PPVs (hence the diary title)...hopefully I can do that. <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="RingRider" data-cite="RingRider" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42352" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Good to see you back Crossface. I really dug the NWA diary you had going in '13 and was sad to see it die off. Good luck on this one! Late 80's/early 90's WWF is what I grew up on and should be fun to book.</div></blockquote> Both WWF and NWA had their strong points around this time...as an adult I think I prefer watching the NWA but as a kid I much preferred watching WWF. Seems like '91 WCW diaries are really popular right now...so I decided to give the WWF some love. <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="KnowYourEnemy" data-cite="KnowYourEnemy" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42352" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Looking forward to the rumble -- it's always quite a choice you have with Slaughter and Warrior -- which choice is less bad?</div></blockquote> I'm getting excited for the Rumble too! "Just two weeks away until the big one" as Gorilla would say! Re: Slaughter and Warrior...luckily both guys have done their parts so far, both in the locker room and the match/segment ratings. With Hogan and Savage on the other side of things, Mania can't really go that badly...right? Unfortunately...I think those 2 big main event programs are more or less locked in for Mania at the start of the mod as no one is really ready to step up for a Mania-caliber main event. There's def. more tinkering to be done with history in the lower portions of the card and post-Mania is a whole new playground as far as I'm concerned.

angeldelayette · August 11, 2016

Crossface,

Just got caught up on the diary. Things are looking really good. The Royal Rumble is one of my favorite moments of the year. I am sure you will have a few surprises coming up. That is one thing for which the Royal Rumble is known.

I also have to say that I enjoyed your Genius promo. <img alt="" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/smile.png.142cfa0a1cd2925c0463c1d00f499df2.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" />

RingRider · August 11, 2016

Agree with angel--you killed it on the Genius promo! <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42352" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>The program came to close as the Hulkster posed for the crowd and held up a “Hulkamania will live forever” dot-matrix, print-shop banner.</div></blockquote> This. This damn near made me spit my coffee out laughing! Remember those things? It would be like 9 sheets of paper long with the perforated edges and the tiny holes?

Crossface · August 13, 2016

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From McCalister Field House (Mid Atlantic Region)

6,000 fans in attendance

Announcers: Vince McMahon & “Rowdy” Roddy Piper

Commentators Welcome

McMahon and Piper welcome the audience from the McCalister Field House from scenic South Carolina! They hype the big 6-man tag team main event featuring The Ultimate Warrior and The Hart Foundation taking on the Dr. of Style’s dangerous trio of The Warlord & Power & Glory! Plus, Jake Roberts is in the building and an appearance by the Big Bossman on the Brother Love show!

Segment Rating: 75

Koko B. Ware vs The Barbarian w/ Bobby Heenan

The Birdman kicked off the show taking on the Bobby Heenan’s most massive charge, The Barbarian. Despite Koko’s best efforts to take the big man down, it was not to be his night. Barbarian was able to catch Koko mid flight and drove him into the mat with a giant powerslam as Heenan looked on smugly.

Victor: The Barbarian
Match Rating: 65

Pre-match

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As a warm-up for their upcoming Tag Team title match, “The Million Dollar Man” and his bodyguard Virgil were set for tag team action tonight against the local team of Al Burke and Sonny Rogers. Before things could get underway, DiBiase got on the microphone and said that everyone knew that what he was capable of and it was up to Virgil to prove he wouldn’t be the weak link at the Rumble. He wanted to present Virgil with an opportunity to prove the naysayers wrong by having Virgil wrestle alone tonight! Virgil seemed taken by surprise that DiBiase would not be wrestling but seemed to accept the circumstances even if he didn’t like them.

Segment Rating: 72

Virgil vs. Al Burke & Sonny Rogers

Virgil started the match off in fine form against Burke displaying a sound hip toss and an athletic looking dropkick. The numbers would eventually get the better of him however and soon Burke and Rogers were able to take control as DiBiase barked at Virgil from ringside. It wasn’t until DiBiase actually interceded in the match by tripping Rogers that Virgil was able secure a win following a piledriver in the middle of the ring.

Victor: Virgil
Match Rating: 49

“Mean” Gene hosts the Jake “the Snake” Roberts

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“Mean” Gene Okerlund is once again on the interview platform and welcomes his guest Jake Roberts to a thunderous ovation. Roberts has his signature green canvas sack slung over his shoulder as he slowly makes his way to the platform taking each step with care, letting crowd cheer. Okerlund says that it was all the way back in October that Rick “the Model” Martel blinded him but now he’s only two weeks away to finally his opportunity to take on one-on-one at the Royal Rumble. Jake goes on to say that he’s a patient man and while some men might have lost their cool for not being able to get their revenge for over 2 months, his experience has been that revenge is dish best served cold.

Segment Rating: 86

Jimmy Snuka vs. Bob Bradley

“Superfly” wasted little time to show that he was in peak form heading into the Rumble match as it took him just over five minutes to put away Bob Bradley following his signature splash.

Victor: Jimmy Snuka
Match Rating: 57

Vignette

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We are shown a non-descript suburban town somewhere in Canada. Two children are getting ready to cross the street to a candy shop. After looking both ways they begin scurrying across and abruptly brought to a stand still when “Halt!” is called. The Mountie, astride a large horse, blocks their path. He demeans the children (who look frightened) for not using the crosswalk. He goes on to say that this is the type of disobedience that he is coming to the WWF to correct...

Segment Rating: 66

The Brother Love Show

Brother Love opens his show preaching the charity of love and forgiveness. He says that it breaks his heart when his brothers hurt one another with their words but it is only through forgiveness that these wounds can be healed. To that end, he invites out his guest, The Big Bossman.

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Brother Love goes on to remind the Bossman of all the things that brother Heenan has said about his mother, but before allowing the Bossman to respond, goes on to say that it’s Bossman’s duty to forgive! In fact, brother Heenan wants to come out here to apologize to the Bossman and his mother right now…

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“The Brain” joins the set of the Brother Love show and is immediately greeted by “weasel!”chants from the crowd. Bossman is visibly seething at the mere sight of Bobby Heenan. Bobby goes on to flash the Bossman a winning smile and says that he wants to make things up to the Bossman before his big Intercontinental title match with Mr. Perfect. In fact, he has a late Christmas present for Bossman to take home to his mother as a token of goodwill…

At this time one of the backstage handlers walks out a pig on a leash and Bobby exclaims “It’ll be a family reunion at the Bossman house! Hahaha!” This sends the Bossman over the edge and he grabs Heenan by the lapels of his jacket with a bad intent! Then...

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Mr. Perfect jumps from behind the Brother Love set’s back curtain and smashes the Intercontinental title belt squarely across the back of the Big Bossman’s head! The former correctional officer from Cobb County crashes to the ground as Heenan and Perfect put the boots to him! A sea of officials clear Perfect and Heenan away and tend to the Bossman ending the segment.

Segment Rating: 80

Tugboat vs. Barry Horowitz

Most of the action in the ring was ignored by McMahon and Piper, who instead were reacting to the events that had just transpired on the Brother Love Show. When did finally turn their attention to the ring, it was Piper who referred to Tugboat as “a lot of beef” and both Piper and McMahon agreed he would be a formidable force in the coming Rumble matchup. Tugboat ended this one after 6 minutes following a Running Splash.

Victor: Tugboat
Match Rating: 49

The Event Center with Sean Mooney

As we’ve seen in the past few weeks, Sean Mooney was in the Event Center with a special Royal Rumble Report! Mooney reviewed the rules of the match before hearing comments from some of the scheduled participants:

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The “Macho King” and the “Sensational Queen” promised to let the “madness run wild” on all the wrestlers in the Royal Rumble...eventually he’d get what’s “rightfully his: the WWF Championship belt! Yeah!”

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Hawk and Animal said the Royal Rumble is like a 30 car pile up on the freeway--full of devastation and destruction! Or...for Hawk and Animal...just another Friday night!

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The British Bulldog noted “that every dog has his day” and his day would be at the Royal Rumble.

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The Texas Tornado said that he thought the “skies were getting darker” and that a tornado was getting ready to touch down in the middle of the Royal Rumble match! It would “be fast, unpredictable and let nothing stand in it’s way!”

Call your cable operator or satellite provider today!

Segment Rating: 61

The Ultimate Warrior & The Hart Foundation vs The Warlord and Power & Glory w/ Slick

It was now time for the big 6-man main event featuring the team of The Ultimate Warrior and The Hart Foundation taking on Slick’s Warlord and Power & Glory. The contest opened up with a scrum with the babyfaces getting the better of the heels, sending Roma, Hercules and Warlord all yo the floor to regroup. When referee Joey Marella gets thing back under control, Slick’s team is able to gain the advantage by isolating Bret Hart in their corner, building heat with the crowd. Displaying his indomitable heart, eventually “The Hitman” battles back to make a big hot tag to the Warrior who comes in like a house of fire--potatoing everyone in his sight with clothes lines and right hands as the crowd goes crazy! Warrior drops Roma with a big flying shoulder tackle and signals for the Gorilla Press Slam when...

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...seemingly out of nowhere Sgt. Slaughter and Gen. Adnan attack the champion with the Iraqi flag! Slicks men quickly lay out the Hart Foundation as Slaughter and Adnan continue to pound the Warrior (officially ending this contest with a disqualification).

Victor: Warrior & Hart Foundation via. DQ
Match Rating: 77

Post match

The beatdown continues for a few moments as the timekeeper rings the bell frantically and Joey Marella pleads with the heels to stop! Then….

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...the cavalry arrives! The Hulkster sprints into the ring wielding a steel chair! He swings wildly as the heels scramble to the back. Superstars goes off the air with The Hart Foundation, Warrior and Hogan regrouping themselves.

Segment Rating: 100

Overall Show Rating: 82

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Wrestling Challenge
Announcers: Gorilla Monsoon & “Rowdy” Roddy Piper

“Hacksaw” Jim Duggan & Nikolai Volkoff vs. The Nasty Boys goes to double DQ (66)

Event Center w/ Gene Okerlund: Gene advertised the upcoming Royal Rumble PPV focusing on the ongoing issue between Jake Roberts and Rick Martel. The segment also includes some haughty comments from Rick Martel himself. (80)

Earthquake w/Jimmy Hart def. Jim Powers (62)

A video package showing Hulk Hogan’s visits to various military bases around the country is shown (85)

The Undertaker w/ Paul Bearer def. Sam Houston (61)

Event Center w/ Sean Mooney: Mooney gives a Royal Rumble Report; hyping the big title match and the 30-man Rumble match (78)

Pre-match comments from the Legion of Doom and Demolition & Mr. Fuji (56)

The Legion of Doom def. Demolition in a Best 2 out of 3 Falls match (71)

Show Rating: 73

Crossface · August 13, 2016

I also have to say that I enjoyed your Genius promo.

Agree with angel--you killed it on the Genius promo!

Thanks for stopping by and commenting guys! I'm glad you liked The Genius promo--it did go through more drafts than I should probably admit and I'm not sure how many times I could do it again! Ha!

This. This damn near made me spit my coffee out laughing! Remember those things? It would be like 9 sheets of paper long with the perforated edges and the tiny holes?

Crossface,
Just got caught up on the diary. Things are looking really good. The Royal Rumble is one of my favorite moments of the year. I am sure you will have a few surprises coming up. That is one thing for which the Royal Rumble is known.

Thanks angel! I'm excited for the RR with only 1 week to go! So many people on these boards have written such masterful Rumbles (TFC, who has clearly left fingerprints all over this diary, comes to mind)...hopefully it'll live up to the expectation!

Regarding the Rumble, and the diary in general, some booking decisions have already been made based off of some "breaking kayfabe" type stuff. With my NWA diary I shied away from posting the goings-on "behind the scenes" Wrestling Observer type stuff and felt it worked pretty well. I was leaning that way again here...but I wasn't sure if people were curious about that kind of thing and I should be making an effort to include those details? You know...behavior incidents, contract negotiations, drug testing results, etc.

I'd love to hear some reader input on whether that's something you guys want to hear about. In fact, any comments and suggestions on layout and match and segment write-ups, characters, etc. are always welcomed and encouraged!

I will be holding a prediction contest for the Royal Rumble with rules and the card to be posted after one more episode of Superstars!

Thanks again for reading!

justtxyank · August 13, 2016

I like wrestling observer stuff when presented within character so like an observer type newsletter or something. Nothing to spoil your diary though. It gives a good feel for what's going on with the workers and as a mod maker it helps me catch workings

RingRider · August 14, 2016

Hey Crossface...another solid edition of Superstars. <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="Crossface" data-cite="Crossface" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42352" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>\ Regarding the Rumble, and the diary in general, some booking decisions have already been made based off of some "breaking kayfabe" type stuff. With my NWA diary I shied away from posting the goings-on "behind the scenes" Wrestling Observer type stuff and felt it worked pretty well. I was leaning that way again here...but I wasn't sure if people were curious about that kind of thing and I should be making an effort to include those details? You know...behavior incidents, contract negotiations, drug testing results, etc. I'd love to hear some reader input on whether that's something you guys want to hear about. In fact, any comments and suggestions on layout and match and segment write-ups, characters, etc. are always welcomed and encouraged! I will be holding a prediction contest for the Royal Rumble with rules and the card to be posted after one more episode of Superstars! Thanks again for reading!</div></blockquote> RE: news and stuff...you do what works best for you. If you didn't do it in NWA, and no one seemed to miss it, maybe keep going without it? Or maybe just give us an update at the end of the month or something?

Crossface · August 16, 2016

<div style="text-align:center;"><a href="http://s288.photobucket.com/user/tew0720/media/WWF%201991/Logos/WWF%20Superstars_zps8hgmkdk1.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow">http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll163/tew0720/WWF%201991/Logos/WWF%20Superstars_zps8hgmkdk1.jpg</a></div> <div class="ipsEmbeddedVideo"><div><iframe width="200" height="150" src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/CbqjCT8Qmrs?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" title="WWF Superstars of Wrestling 1991 Theme"></iframe></div></div> From Knoxville Civic Coliseum (South East Region) 7,142 fans in attendance Announcers: Vince McMahon & “Rowdy” Roddy Piper <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42352" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">Commentators Welcome </div> McMahon and Piper welcome the audience from the Knoxville Civic Coliseum, only days away from The Royal Rumble! They hype appearances by Randy Savage, Sgt. Slaughter and Hulk Hogan on this program! Segment Rating: 86</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42352" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">The Nasty Boys w/ Jimmy Hart vs Todd Champion & Brad Batten </div> The Jimmy Hart led Nasty Boys wasted little time taking care of local competitors Champion and Batten in the opening contest. Jimmy Hart seemed to have his men functioning well as unit heading into the Rumble and Piper and McMahon said that could be disastrous for the opposition in the big over-the-top-rope affair. Victors: The Nasty Boys Match Rating: 57</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42352" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">The Event Center with Sean Mooney</div> Another edition of the Royal Rumble Report featuring Sean Mooney in the Event Center was on tap next. Once again, Mooney reviewed the rules of the match before hearing comments from some of the scheduled participants: <div style="text-align:center;"> <a href="http://s288.photobucket.com/user/tew0720/media/WWF%201991/Tugboat_zpsqfrnaq1r.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow">http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll163/tew0720/WWF%201991/Tugboat_zpsqfrnaq1r.jpg</a></div> First, the big man Tugboat reminded everyone that he knew a thing or two about sailing and would have no problems making sure the other 29 entrants “sailed right over the top!” when they crossed paths with him,“Toot! Toot!” <div style="text-align:center;"> <a href="http://s288.photobucket.com/user/tew0720/media/WWF%201991/The%20Undertaker%2090_zpswdcq9dem.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow">http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll163/tew0720/WWF%201991/The%20Undertaker%2090_zpswdcq9dem.jpg</a><a href="http://s288.photobucket.com/user/tew0720/media/WWF%201991/Paul%20Bearer_zpsw34zhdk2.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow">http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll163/tew0720/WWF%201991/Paul%20Bearer_zpsw34zhdk2.jpg</a></div> The ghastly pair of The Undertaker and his manager Paul Bearer were up next. Bearer explained that his Undertaker’s appetite for death and destruction were insatiable and while the undertaker normally waits for no man, he will be patient for every two minutes, another victim will (and Bearer looked up at the big man behind him who raised his head and growled “rest in peace…..” “Ohh yesss!” <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="http://s288.photobucket.com/user/tew0720/media/WWF%201991/Brian%20Knobbs_zpsit94qopy.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow">http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll163/tew0720/WWF%201991/Brian%20Knobbs_zpsit94qopy.jpg</a><a href="http://s288.photobucket.com/user/tew0720/media/WWF%201991/Jimmy%20Hart%2091_zpsaexwzzkr.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow">http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll163/tew0720/WWF%201991/Jimmy%20Hart%2091_zpsaexwzzkr.jpg</a><a href="http://s288.photobucket.com/user/tew0720/media/WWF%201991/Jerry%20Sags_zpsbhsjaosf.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow">http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll163/tew0720/WWF%201991/Jerry%20Sags_zpsbhsjaosf.jpg</a></div> Jimmy Hart was standing by with The Nasty Boys next. Said the Royal Rumble would be a “nasty tumble!” They said 28 other “geeks” were about to take an extended “pit stop in Nasty-ville!” <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="http://s288.photobucket.com/user/tew0720/media/WWF%201991/Hulk%20Hogan%2091%203_zpsyh7yl2mz.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow">http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll163/tew0720/WWF%201991/Hulk%20Hogan%2091%203_zpsyh7yl2mz.jpg</a></div> Lastly, “The Immortal” Hulk Hogan, winner of last year’s Rumble extravaganza, tells his “Hulkamaniacs” that this match is “his cup of tea” and he’s ready for “em to being comings from all sides man, friend or foe! You need to have eyes in the back of your head, jack!” But that’s just the way he likes it because “watchyagonnado when me and all the Hulkamaniacs Rumble all over you!?” Call your cable operator or satellite provider today! Segment Rating: 70</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42352" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">Pre-match: Replay</div> McMahon and Piper take a look back to Superstars two weeks ago when young upstart Shane Douglas scored a bit upset victory over The Genius. They wonder if lightning can strike twice as the youngster takes on the formidable Haku. Segment Rating: 59 <div style="text-align:center;">Shane Douglas vs. Haku w/ Bobby Heenan</div> Douglas wastes no time taking it to the bigger Haku, attacking with a fury of fists and a big dropkick that takes Haku off his feet. The momentum doesn’t carry over however as Haku knows Douglas down with an athletic side kick to take control. With the fans rallying behind him, Douglas begins to mounts a comeback when The Genius saunters down to ringside! The arrival of the WWF “resident scholar” distracts Douglas allowing Haku who levels the young man with a “savate kick” for the victory. Victor: Haku Match Rating: 58</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42352" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">“Mean” Gene hosts the Sgt. Slaughter w/ Gen. Adnan</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="http://s288.photobucket.com/user/tew0720/media/WWF%201991/Sgt.%20Slaughter%203_zpscg2penqw.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow">http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll163/tew0720/WWF%201991/Sgt.%20Slaughter%203_zpscg2penqw.jpg</a><a href="http://s288.photobucket.com/user/tew0720/media/WWF%201991/Sheik%20Adnan%20Al-Kaissey%202_zpsp3jqy03g.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow">http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll163/tew0720/WWF%201991/Sheik%20Adnan%20Al-Kaissey%202_zpsp3jqy03g.jpg</a></div> “Mean Gene” hosts the number one contender for the WWF Championship, Sgt. Slaughter (accompanied by General Adnan) on the interview platform. Slaughter is immediately greeted by a chorus of boos as he joins Okerlund. Adnan starts the interview by yelling unintelligible Arabic into the microphone. As Gene turns to ask Slaughter for clarification he is told “Atten-Hut! Now shut up you puke and listen! At the Royal Rumble I will slap the Ultimate Puke in my camel clutch and he will beg for mercy! And after I’m crowned new WWF Champion--all the little Warriors out there will be looking for a new leader! They will see a champion with integrity! A champion who is a true warrior--who shows no mercy and no remorse! Just like the Kuwaiti forces in the Middle East...the Ultimate Puke’s spine will break in my hands! There will be no Hulk Hogan to save you this time, Ultimate Puke so bow down before Sgt. Slaughter! That’s an order” Segment Rating: 91</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42352" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">Saba Simba vs. Rick “the Model” Martel</div> Just a week away from his big showdown with Jake Roberts, “the Model” took on Saba Simba. Despite the back and forth nature of the contest, Martel’s victory was never truly in doubt here as he forced the African warrior to submit in his patented Boston Crab. Victor: Rick Martel Match Rating: 71</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42352" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">The Event Center</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="http://s288.photobucket.com/user/tew0720/media/WWF%201991/Gene%20Okerlund%201_zpsmvqqs5r0.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow">http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll163/tew0720/WWF%201991/Gene%20Okerlund%201_zpsmvqqs5r0.jpg</a></div> We are once again taken the Event Center, this time Gene Okurland is at the helm. Okurland reminds everyone how to order this Sunday’s big event and runs down some of the big matches that you don’t want to miss: <ul><li>For WWF Title: Sgt. Slaughter vs The Ultimate Warrior </li><li>The big grudge match between Jake “the Snake” Roberts and Rick “the Model” Martel </li><li>For the Intercontinental Championship: The Big Bossman challenges Mr.Perfect with Bobby Heenan </li><li>And of course the big Royal Rumble match itself featuring top WWF stars...</li></ul> Segment Rating: 87</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42352" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">The Bushwhackers vs. The Orient Express w/ Mr. Fuji</div> The next matchup was a wild and fun affair as the sinister Mr. Fuji led his his Orient Express against the fun duo from down under, the Bushwhackers. This match hardly ever got off the ground as very early on cousin Butch took exception to Fuji getting up on the apron and responded by biting his hands! This led to all four men getting into the ring and the referee quickly calling for the bell as this further degenerate into a messy brawl. Victors: Double Disqualification Match Rating: 51</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42352" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">The Brother Love Show</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="http://s288.photobucket.com/user/tew0720/media/WWF%201991/Ted%20DiBiase%2090_zpshcffcwly.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow">http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll163/tew0720/WWF%201991/Ted%20DiBiase%2090_zpshcffcwly.jpg</a><a href="http://s288.photobucket.com/user/tew0720/media/WWF%201991/Virgil%2087_zpsfthzp6da.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow">http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll163/tew0720/WWF%201991/Virgil%2087_zpsfthzp6da.jpg</a></div> This week’s edition of The Brother Love show featured a guest appearance by the challengers for the Tag Team titles this Sunday, “the Million Dollar Man” Ted DiBiase and his partner, Virgil. DiBiase used the platform to berate Virgil for his performance last week. Despite the fact that Virgil defeated 2 men on his own, DiBiase insisted that it was only due to his interference. DiBiase gets right into Virgil’s face saying that if he can’t get the job done this Sunday...he’ll be fired! Segment Rating: 74</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42352" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">Greg “the Hammer” Valentine vs. “The Macho King” Randy Savage w/Sensational Queen Sherri</div> Our main event featured some good sea-saw action between two of the toughest competitors in the WWF: “The Macho King” and “The Hammer”. Piper and McMahon agreed that both of these men stood a great chance in the Rumble match this week...however the luck of the draw would have a lot to say about who would be the last man standing. After going toe-to-toe for over ten minutes, Savage, self-proclaimed “number one contender,” secured victory over Valentine with the patented Flying Elbow Drop. Victor: Randy Savage Match Rating: 80</div></blockquote> Overall Show Rating: 81 <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="http://s288.photobucket.com/user/tew0720/media/WWF%201991/Logos/WWF%20Wrestling%20Challenge%202_zpsxjkf0tkm.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow">http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll163/tew0720/WWF%201991/Logos/WWF%20Wrestling%20Challenge%202_zpsxjkf0tkm.jpg</a></div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42352" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Wrestling Challenge Announcers: Gorilla Monsoon & “Rowdy” Roddy Piper Power & Glory w/ Slick def. Todd Champion & Brad Batten (53) Another video package showing Hulk Hogan’s visits to various military bases around the country as he works with USO is shown. (85) Event Center w/ Gene Okerlund: Gene advertised the upcoming Royal Rumble PPV focusing on the big Intercontinental Title match scheduled featuring the Big Bossman challenging Mr. Perfect w/ Bobby Heenan. (78) The Texas Tornado def. Barry Hardy (53) Event Center w/ Sean Mooney: Mooney gives a Royal Rumble Report hyping the WWF championship match featuring Sgt. Slaughter & The Ultimate Warrior (80) Tugboat def. Jimmy Golden (64) Event Center w/ Gene Okerlund: Gene advertised the upcoming Royal Rumble PPV focusing on the big grudge match featuring Jake Roberts and Rick Martel (80) Earthquake & Dino Bravo w/ Jimmy Hart def. The Rockers (72) Show Rating: 74</div></blockquote>

Dawn · August 16, 2016

This is beautiful. Very easy to read and realistic. I'll be following.

Crossface · August 16, 2016

<div style="text-align:center;"><a href="http://s288.photobucket.com/user/tew0720/media/WWF%201991/Logos/WWFRR_zpsn9m2kkve.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow">http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll163/tew0720/WWF%201991/Logos/WWFRR_zpsn9m2kkve.jpg</a> WWF Royal Rumble 1991 From The Palace of Auburn Hills WWF World Heavyweight Championship: <a href="http://s288.photobucket.com/user/tew0720/media/WWF%201991/Sgt.%20Slaughter%203_zpscg2penqw.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow">http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll163/tew0720/WWF%201991/Sgt.%20Slaughter%203_zpscg2penqw.jpg</a> vs. <a href="http://s288.photobucket.com/user/tew0720/media/WWF%201991/Ultimate%20Warrior%204_zps7hmd1qxm.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow">http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll163/tew0720/WWF%201991/Ultimate%20Warrior%204_zps7hmd1qxm.jpg</a> Sgt. Slaughter w/ Gen. Adnan vs. The Ultimate Warrior © Special Grudge Match: <a href="http://s288.photobucket.com/user/tew0720/media/WWF%201991/Jake%20Roberts%2092_zpsue46jyw2.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow">http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll163/tew0720/WWF%201991/Jake%20Roberts%2092_zpsue46jyw2.jpg</a> vs. <a href="http://s288.photobucket.com/user/tew0720/media/WWF%201991/Rick%20Martel%206_zpsk7jjtwg2.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow">http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll163/tew0720/WWF%201991/Rick%20Martel%206_zpsk7jjtwg2.jpg</a> Jake "The Snake" Roberts vs. Rick “The Model” Martel WWF Intercontinental Championship: <a href="http://s288.photobucket.com/user/tew0720/media/WWF%201991/Big%20Bossman%204_zpsnjh9c8a5.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow">http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll163/tew0720/WWF%201991/Big%20Bossman%204_zpsnjh9c8a5.jpg</a> vs. <a href="http://s288.photobucket.com/user/tew0720/media/WWF%201991/Curt%20Hennig%2091%203_zpsbscmuyhn.jpg.html" rel="external nofollow">http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll163/tew0720/WWF%201991/Curt%20Hennig%2091%203_zpsbscmuyhn.jpg</a> The Big Bossman vs. Mr. Perfect © w/ Bobby “The Brain” Heenan WWF World Tag Team Championships: “The Million Dollar Man” Ted DiBiase & his bodyguard Virgil vs. The Hart Foundation © Making his WWF Debut: The Mountie vs. Koko B. Ware Special 6-Man Tag Team Match: Shane Douglas & The Bushwhackers vs. The Genius & The Orient Express w/ Mr. Fuji Plus: The Royal Rumble Match featuring 30 of the top Superstars from the World Wrestling Federation! http://culturecrossfire.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/Royal-Rumble-91.jpg Announced participants: “The Immortal” Hulk Hogan * Randy “Macho King” Savage * Haku * The Barbarian * Earthquake * Greg “The Hammer” Valentine * “The British Bulldog” Davey Boy Smith * The Rockers * “Hacksaw” Jim Duggan * The Undertaker * The Legion of Doom * The Texas Tornado Plus many more! *card subject to change</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42352" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Official Royal Rumble Prediction Card: *faces listed first **must predict and answer all questions for complete entry ***winner(s) will be notified of their prize via direct message WWF World Heavyweight Championship: The Ultimate Warrior © vs. Sgt. Slaughter w/ Gen. Adnan Comments: Jake "The Snake" Roberts vs. Rick “The Model” Martel Comments: WWF Intercontinental Championship: The Big Bossman vs. Mr. Perfect © w/ Bobby “The Brain” Heenan Comments: WWF World Tag Team Championships: The Hart Foundation © vs. “The Million Dollar Man” Ted DiBiase & Virgil Comments: Koko B. Ware vs. The Mountie Comments: Shane Douglas & The Bushwhackers vs. The Genius & The Orient Express w/ Mr. Fuji Comments: The Royal Rumble Match: Who will win the Royal Rumble match? Who will last the longest in the Royal Rumble match? Who will get the most eliminations in the Royal Rumble match? The WWF have hired 3 former Superstars to make a special appearance for the Rumble. Who are they? Comments: Bonus Questions! (in the event of tiebreakers): Who will last the shortest amount of time? What will be highest rated match on the card? What will be the lowest rated match on the card? Additional Comments on the event or diary:</div></blockquote>

Beejus · August 17, 2016

Sgt. Slaughter - One in every few 91 WWF diaries should give Sarge the belt.

Rick Martel - Rick picks up a win here for Jake to get the blowoff at WM.

Big Bossman - Bossman needs the win here to close off the storyline, but does he get the belt? That's debatable.

Hart Foundation - The Harts may be getting to the end point, but they won't get there before Ted and Virgil do.

Mountie - Debut victory.

Genius & Orient Express - I love the Orient Express! Way moreso than the Bushwhackers, anyways.

Rumble winner: Hogan

Longest: Shawn Michaels

Most eliminations: Undertaker

Mysteries: Andre, Orndorff, Blanchard

Shortest: Warlord

MOTN: Royal Rumble

LOTN: Six man tag

RingRider · August 17, 2016

WWF World Heavyweight Championship:

The Ultimate Warrior © vs. Sgt. Slaughter w/ Gen. Adnan

Comments: Agree w/ Beej... I like it when Sarge gets the belt

Jake "The Snake" Roberts vs. Rick “The Model” Martel

Comments:I get the sense you're closing this one out pre-mania

WWF Intercontinental Championship:

The Big Bossman vs. Mr. Perfect © w/ Bobby “The Brain” Heenan

Comments: BBM is not IC material

WWF World Tag Team Championships:

The Hart Foundation © vs. “The Million Dollar Man” Ted DiBiase & Virgil

Comments: Virgil costs them

Koko B. Ware vs. The Mountie

Comments:

Shane Douglas & The Bushwhackers vs. The Genius & The Orient Express w/ Mr. Fuji

Comments: Seems like you're getting behind Douglas

The Royal Rumble Match:

Who will win the Royal Rumble match? Hulk

Who will last the longest in the Royal Rumble match? The Hammer

Who will get the most eliminations in the Royal Rumble match? Undertaker

The WWF have hired 3 former Superstars to make a special appearance for the Rumble. Who are they? Andre, Rude & Kamala

Comments: Should be a good one!

Bonus Questions! (in the event of tiebreakers):

Who will last the shortest amount of time? Warlord

What will be highest rated match on the card? Warrior/Slaughter

What will be the lowest rated match on the card? 6 man

Additional Comments on the event or diary: Excited for it! Good luck!

Mattyc · August 17, 2016

WWF World Heavyweight Championship:

The Ultimate Warrior © vs. Sgt. Slaughter w/ Gen. Adnan

Comments: I think you'll be wanting a Champion who's a strong heel presence as you go into Wrestlemania.

Jake "The Snake" Roberts vs. Rick “The Model” Martel

Comments: This is a tough one to call as I can see you easily going either way with it. I'll go with Martel though.

WWF Intercontinental Championship:

Comments: I don't think the reign of Mr. Perfect is coming to an end anytime soon.

WWF World Tag Team Championships:

Comments: The Hart Foundation to retain....tensions to grow between Dibiase and Virgil.

Koko B. Ware vs. The Mountie

Comments:The Mountie always gets his man, even if that man is a Birdman!

Shane Douglas & The Bushwhackers vs. The Genius & The Orient Express w/ Mr. Fuji

Comments:Tough match to call. I can easily see you going with the face trio....but I have a feeling the heels will use some underhanded tactics to pick up a cheap win.

The Royal Rumble Match:

Who will win the Royal Rumble match?: Hulk Hogan

Who will last the longest in the Royal Rumble match? The Undertaker

Who will get the most eliminations in the Royal Rumble match? The Undertaker

The WWF have hired 3 former Superstars to make a special appearance for the Rumble. Who are they? Bob Orton Jr., King Kong Bundy, The Iron Sheik

Comments: I hope Kerry Von Erich doesn't turn up to this Rumble match in a less than ideal condition to work like he did in the Rumble match I had in my 1991 game.

Bonus Questions! (in the event of tiebreakers):

Who will last the shortest amount of time? Saba Simba

What will be highest rated match on the card? Warrior/Slaughter

What will be the lowest rated match on the card? Mountie/Koko

Additional Comments on the event or diary: This is a really enjoyable dynasty. You've captured the feel of the era well. Good luck with the Rumble!

Dawn · August 18, 2016

WWF World Heavyweight Championship:

Comments: I just love heel Sarge.

Jake "The Snake" Roberts vs. Rick “The Model” Martel

Comments: I don't know about you, but I always give Martel the first singles win in their feud.

WWF Intercontinental Championship:

Comments: Boss Man's win should be in a bigger stage.

WWF World Tag Team Championships:

Comments: The catalyst for the Virgil face turn.

Koko B. Ware vs. The Mountie

Comments: HE'S HANDSOME, HE'S BRAVE, HE'S STROOOOOOONGGG

Shane Douglas & The Bushwhackers vs. The Genius & The Orient Express w/ Mr. Fuji

Comments: I prefer the talent on this side.

The Royal Rumble Match:

Who will win the Royal Rumble match? Hull Kogan

Who will last the longest in the Royal Rumble match? British Bulldog

Who will get the most eliminations in the Royal Rumble match? The Undertaker

The WWF have hired 3 former Superstars to make a special appearance for the Rumble. Who are they? King Kong Bundy, Paul Orndorff, Tully Blanchard

Comments:

Bonus Questions! (in the event of tiebreakers):

Who will last the shortest amount of time? The Warlord.

What will be highest rated match on the card? Rumble.

What will be the lowest rated match on the card? 6-Man Tag.

Additional Comments on the event or diary:

Crossface · August 18, 2016

I like wrestling observer stuff when presented within character so like an observer type newsletter or something. Nothing to spoil your diary though. It gives a good feel for what's going on with the workers and as a mod maker it helps me catch workings

RE: news and stuff...you do what works best for you. If you didn't do it in NWA, and no one seemed to miss it, maybe keep going without it? Or maybe just give us an update at the end of the month or something?

Thanks for the feedback on breaking kayfabe news guys. At the moment I am thinking of posting some tidbits at the end of the month...but the jury is very much still out. If anyone else has feedback on this, I'd love to hear it.

This is beautiful. Very easy to read and realistic. I'll be following.

Additional Comments on the event or diary: This is a really enjoyable dynasty. You've captured the feel of the era well. Good luck with the Rumble!

Thanks for joining up Smasher and Matty! Glad you guys are enjoying it. Hopefully I can keep it going for a while.

The Rumble PPV is more than half-written and I'm pretty pleased with it so far. It should be up before the weekend's over. Predictions are still open for the time being. As always, thanks for taking the time to read. Comments and feedback always appreciated!

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