WCW: Heart and Soul

franticloser · December 24, 2016

World Heavyweight Championship: "Big Poppa Pump" Scott Steiner vs. Booker T {©}

United States Heavyweight Championship: Mike Awesome vs. Rey Misterio Jr. {©}

World Tag Team Championship: 3 Count vs. The Natural Born Thrillers {©}

Cruiserweight Championship: Billy Kidman vs. "Sugar" Shane Helms {©}

Sting vs. "Nature Boy" Ric Flair

Rob Van Dam vs. Jeff Jarrett

Falls Count Anywhere: Diamond Dallas Page vs. Kanyon

Ernest "The Cat" Miller vs. Lance Storm

CM Punk vs. ???

What will be match of the night? Scott Steiner vs Booker T

How many championships will change hands? 0

Who will answer CM Punk's open challenge? Chris Candido.

Anderz · December 24, 2016

World Heavyweight Championship: "Big Poppa Pump" Scott Steiner vs. Booker T {©}

- Steiner wins but somehow Booker keeps the title; maybe an injury stoppage by the ref or something? Something that makes Steiner go crazy. You need to keep Steiner strong but Booker needs to cement his position on top.

United States Heavyweight Championship: Mike Awesome vs. Rey Misterio Jr. {©}

- I'd love nothing more than an Awesome victory here; but Rey Rey is strapped to a rocket and the underdog will steal the win here.

World Tag Team Championship: 3 Count vs. The Natural Born Thrillers {©}

- keep the belts on the Thrillers whilst you rebuild the tag division; no matter how green they are, they have more upside than 2 Count.

Cruiserweight Championship: Billy Kidman vs. "Sugar" Shane Helms {©}

- Stand back, there's a Vertebreaker coming through. Another win to solidify the new face of the division.

Sting vs. "Nature Boy" Ric Flair

- if this is truly the final match; then Sting must win.

Rob Van Dam vs. Jeff Jarrett

- no way the Chosen One wants anything to do with this match; RVD by count out.

Falls Count Anywhere: Diamond Dallas Page vs.

- DDP gets his win back but this ain't over yet; I'm still torn on this one.

Ernest "The Cat" Miller vs. Lance Storm

- rebuild momentum and carry on up

CM Punk vs. ???

- not a chance

What will be match of the night? Steiner/Booker

How many championships will change hands? none

Who will answer CM Punk's open challenge? Hugh Morrus - being Straight Edge is No Laughing Matter

SomeLazyMagic · December 25, 2016

Fan Scorecard:

World Heavyweight Championship: "Big Poppa Pump" Scott Steiner vs. Booker T {©}

United States Heavyweight Championship: Mike Awesome vs. Rey Misterio Jr. {©}

World Tag Team Championship: 3 Count vs. The Natural Born Thrillers {©}

Cruiserweight Championship: Billy Kidman vs. "Sugar" Shane Helms {©}

Sting vs. "Nature Boy" Ric Flair

Rob Van Dam vs. Jeff Jarrett

Falls Count Anywhere: Diamond Dallas Page vs. Kanyon

Ernest "The Cat" Miller vs. Lance Storm

CM Punk vs. ???

What will be match of the night? Steiner/Booker

How many championships will change hands? One

Who will answer CM Punk's open challenge? BG James

The Final Countdown · December 25, 2016

June 17th, 2001: The Great American Bash Merry Christmas everybody! Here's your present from TFC Claus! <img alt=":D" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/biggrin.png.929299b4c121f473b0026f3d6e74d189.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <div style="text-align:center;">http://i.imgur.com/aceMub4.jpg June 17th, 2001 From the Mid-America Center in Council Bluffs, Iowa Attendance: 6,116 Announce Team: "The Professor" Mike Tenay and Bret "The Hitman" Hart http://i.imgur.com/y93UBAQ.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/4Xw5lCb.jpg Official Theme Song: "Star Spangled Banner" (Rock version) <iframe width="560" height="315" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/joMrnxpuC0o?rel=0" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/joMrnxpuC0o?rel=0"</a> frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> </div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">Ernest "The Cat" Miller (w/Miss Jones) vs. Lance Storm http://i.imgur.com/N6Xubar.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/89ocgsk.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/EiVoLiY.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/sOdsktm.jpg</div> The build for this match was a bit silly, but it was sort of in keeping with The Cat's character. The action was pretty solid once the bell rang, with a story built around Miller throwing lots of kicks and Storm using a technical wrestling approach to target the legs and limit the effectiveness of those kicks. This, much like last month's cruiserweight title match, did its job as a good opening match to get the crowd excited right away. Miss Jones was surprisingly good here as she pleaded with Cat not to tap out to Storm's Sharpshooter, to no avail. Storm is a guy who should thrive in my WCW. Miller could be a valuable member of the roster himself if he stops failing steroid tests. <div style="text-align:center;">Grade: B-</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">"Hacksaw" Jim Duggan vs. CM Punk http://i.imgur.com/8Vcn2rn.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/EiVoLiY.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/SAWQKXw.jpg</div> CM Punk talked about his straight edge crusade on the microphone, and used it to insult the fans. "Unlike all of you so-called patriots here in Iowa, who will get behind the wheel of your cars with their American flag bumper stickers and put innocent lives at risk because you're too drunk to see what's right in front of you, my head is clear. I'm unburdened by toxic substances, and that's why I'm not only better than each and every person sitting in the crowd here tonight, but I'm better than every single wrestler back in that locker room!" He went on to say that it didn't matter who accepted his open challenge tonight. It didn't matter how good they were, and it didn't matter that Punk would have no time to prepare, because his lifestyle and his drive made him unbeatable. There was a mild pop when "Hacksaw" came out to answer the challenge, obviously for nostalgia since he hasn't done anything of importance in a long time. <div style="text-align:center;">Grade: C-</div> Not much to say about the actual match. Duggan got to throw some punches here and there, but the match was about showcasing Punk. He did some effective heeling, mocking Duggan and the fans by parodying Hacksaw's USA chant. Punk won the match via submission with the Second City Stretch (aka Tenzan's Anaconda Vice). Jim was furious at being forced to put over someone with so little name value, but I did not budge. I see Punk as one of the pillars to build the foundation of the entire company on going forward, and Jim has little value at this stage of his career anyway other than putting young talent over. <div style="text-align:center;">Grade: C-</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">http://i.imgur.com/sJZr1Hv.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/l0qRIIJ.jpg</div> Bobby interviewed Booker backstage. The purpose of this was to drive home the idea that Booker's shoulder was not fully healed and he was heading into the main event at a disadvantage. Unfortunately Bobby got a little too comedic here, which hurt the segment since we wanted and needed it to be serious. I tried to counteract that with some commentary about the danger of wrestling elite competition with an existing injury, especially one that your opponent knows about and can exploit. I have to say that my attempt was ineffective though. This segment still wasn't terrible, but it wasn't tremendous like most of the promos we've done in this storyline. <div style="text-align:center;">Grade: B</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">Rob Van Dam vs. Jeff Jarrett http://i.imgur.com/uj4FkBt.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/EiVoLiY.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/pPUxskq.jpg</div> We stuck with the story we'd been telling here; despite what he claimed, Jarrett had no interest in fighting Van Dam face to face. There were lots of stall tactics and cowardly antics here, with Jeff only engaging when he had a chance to catch RVD with a cheap shot. It wasn't the typical kind of match Rob was used to putting on in ECW, but I thought he adjusted well to what we wanted from him here, and he still had the chance to show off some of his crowd-pleasing spots here and there. RVD had his Five Star Frog Splash all set up, but Jarrett rolled out to the floor. Van Dam followed him out there, and Jeff smashed his guitar over his head for the intentional dq! The inconclusive finish both played into the build of the match and allowed us to extend the feud. <div style="text-align:center;">Grade: B</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">http://i.imgur.com/Ht8KF88.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/uaUcl2L.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/l0qRIIJ.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/iWrsHvp.jpg </div> Bobby was interviewing Air Raid when Stacy Keibler interrupted. She apologized but said she had some very important business to discuss. Air Paris asked if they could do this later, and she got this embarrassed look on her face as she admitted that she had no business with him--it was only AJ she wanted to speak with. AJ shrugged and followed her, promising that he would catch up with Paris later. Three of the four involved in this bit performed about as well as I'd expected, but Paris was pretty bad. His delivery was wooden and his facial expressions stunk. <div style="text-align:center;">Grade: D</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">Falls Count Anywhere: Diamond Dallas Page vs. Kanyon http://i.imgur.com/WWA8fPj.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/EiVoLiY.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/egREuu7.jpg</div> To go along with this gimmick match, I instructed DDP and Kanyon to put on a wild, out-of-control brawl in the ring, at ringside, in the aisle, etc. Those instructions obviously resulted in a more physically demanding style, and you could see the toll it took with how winded both guys were towards the end of the match. I still think it was a good decision though. Not only did it offer a match that was distinctly different from anything else on the show, but Kanyon really seemed to excel here since brawling, the highlight of his in-ring skills, was at the forefront. Even with the fatigue issues, this was not only better than their match last month but also on par with the Misterio/Storm match that headlined. They took advantage of the stipulation, brawling all the way up the aisle and then into the stands (with security guards following right along to prevent any incidents, of course.) Kanyon grabbed a cane from an elderly lady (a plant, not an actual fan) and swung for the fences, taking aim at DDP's skull... ...but Dallas ducked! Kanyon turned back around, and... ...right into a Diamond Cutter onto the seats in the tenth row! DDP made the cover right there amongst the fans, who cheered and counted along as the "old man" got the win. <div style="text-align:center;">Grade: B+</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">http://i.imgur.com/cxjgZpP.jpg</div> Sting got some promo time to talk about his last match against Ric Flair. He talked about how that first match at the original Clash of the Champions was a career-maker for him, and he'd really been fighting Ric Flair ever since. "We've danced this dance for thirteen years, Nature Boy, locked in a fight to the death. I've beaten you and you've beaten me, but this is the ultimate put up or shut up. Tonight, you and I go at it one final time--and if you think I'm gonna bow down and call you the man tonight, think again! Tonight it all ends, and it ends the same way that very first match would've ended if I'd had five more minutes: you staring up at the lights, and the Stinger victorious! WHOOOOO! Sting was as enthusiastic as ever here, and the fans responded to that as they always do. His actual content wasn't anything great. He got sidetracked a few times and went off into directions that didn't make much sense, but he's so popular that it didn't hurt the segment too badly. <div style="text-align:center;">Grade: B+</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">http://i.imgur.com/u0cJ04Z.jpg Billy Kidman (w/Torrie Wilson) vs. "Sugar" Shane Helms {©} http://i.imgur.com/jL0KtAH.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/VMwitRH.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/EiVoLiY.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/hlbUlLo.jpg</div> I knew the crowd reaction would be somewhat muted here with a face vs. face match, but we attempted to counteract that by making the action itself as exciting as possible. I gave these two the green light to work as fast and fit in as many high spots as they wanted, and that's just what they did. Top rope moves, springboard attacks, pinfall attempt/counter sequences, dives to the floor; you name it, they did it. I believed that this style would compliment these two workers well and I think I was right, with Kidman in particular really enjoying this chance to fly. Torrie's presence at ringside didn't hurt either, especially with the on-screen chemistry between her and her fiancée. This was both promoted and worked as a competition between two guys with great respect for each other. That may have hurt the opportunity to build heat, but it also made it all the more jarring when Helms dropkicked Kidman in the groin as he was in mid-air. Mike and I debated whether it had been intentional or inadvertent, but Kidman was cradled and pinned either way. <div style="text-align:center;">Grade: B-</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">http://i.imgur.com/I7app7W.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/l0qRIIJ.jpg</div> Bobby asked Steve Corino what he thought about the Great American Bash so far, and Corino claimed he was not impressed. He used the cruiserweight match that had just ended as a perfect example of everything that was wrong with WCW today. "Two guys flipping and flying all over the place? That's gymnastics, not wrestling! And of course the fans here in Iowa ate it up! But I'm not mad at them. I pity them, because they've been trained to believe that the acrobatic crap they just saw is entertaining wrestling. But now I'm here to show them what real, OLD SCHOOL wrestling is all about! Steve and Bobby both did well here, seamlessly weaving between serious and comedic tones and setting each other up for lines. This went much better than Corino's debut vignette where he flew solo, so I should probably continue to mix Bobby and others into his talking segments for now. <div style="text-align:center;">Grade: C-</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">http://i.imgur.com/u4Nhu66.jpg</div> It was Flair's turn to promote the final encounter with Sting, and he did so as only he can. "One more time, Stinger. One more time, you and I will walk that aisle. One more time, we will sweat, we will bleed, we will pay the price. And when it's all said and done, when the smoke clears, you will have to bow down and admit what you've known all along, ever since that very first Clash of the Champions where you tried to take my championship and failed miserably! "Mr. Flair, you are the greatest of ALL TIME!" And after Sting tells the world who the man really is, girls, Space Mountain will be open for business!" Could've done without the sexual innuendo, but I can't deny that Ric knows what he's doing on that mic. He was really good off the cuff here, and honestly he probably wouldn't read from a script even if I gave him one. <div style="text-align:center;">Grade: B+</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">http://i.imgur.com/mitTbCm.jpg Mike Awesome vs. Rey Misterio Jr. {©} http://i.imgur.com/wnP6Ftg.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/EiVoLiY.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/9v49DN6.jpg</div> This was the classic David vs. Goliath story. Awesome threw Rey around the ring effortlessly, and Rey used his quick-strike aerial stuff to try and chop his gigantic challenger down. I worried that the size disparity might be too significant for Awesome to sell for Rey without it looking silly, but they did a nice job with it. Rey showed great resilience and heart in kicking out of Awesome's repeated power moves, but Tenay and I felt it was only a matter of time before his body gave out on him despite his limitless fighting spirit. Rey went for the Springboard Hurricanrana, but Awesome caught him out of the air. With a smile on his face, he got a running start in order to launch the challenger. Rey saved himself by countering into a headscissors that propelled Awesome into the buckles, and he then rolled up the groggy challenger to retain his title despite the odds. <div style="text-align:center;">Grade: B</div> Rey had only just been handed the title when a furious Awesome dropped him with a clothesline. As Rey was down on the mat, Awesome went to the floor and set up a wooden table at ringside. He went back into the ring, picked Rey up and launched him over the top rope and through the table with an Awesome Bomb! Risky spot, but it looked devastating. Awesome picked up the US title from where it had fallen, glared down at it for a moment and threw it back down on the mat as the medical team checked on Rey. <div style="text-align:center;">Grade: C</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">http://i.imgur.com/OZDc3yZ.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/omw6AWI.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/l0qRIIJ.jpg </div> Bobby interviewed the 'power couple' of WCW about what their goals were. Tammy said that their goal was simple: power. They wanted as much of it as possible, and they would get it by Candido beating top superstars and winning championships while she won the closed door battles behind the scenes. Chris said that they'd allowed other promoters to hold them down and keep them apart in the past, but nothing was going to stop the power couple this time around. Sytch wasn't bad, but Bobby and Chris were both really good here. <div style="text-align:center;">Grade: C-</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">http://i.imgur.com/S0cu0uO.jpg 3 Count vs. The Natural Born Thrillers {©} http://i.imgur.com/SSavu06.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/q9yvg1C.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/EiVoLiY.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/zbQxlTu.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/9QpxTLI.jpg </div> This was less the David vs. Goliath story we told in the previous match, and more one team simply outclassing another. I don't think any of the fans bought 3 Count as a legitimate threat to the Thrillers, and we didn't exactly go out of our way to sell them on the idea. Perhaps we should've tried to find some kind of hook or alternative way to lay this match out, because they didn't really tell a coherent story in there. To no one's surprise, the Thrillers retained when Palumbo finished Evan Karagis with a Running Powerslam. <div style="text-align:center;">Grade: C</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">http://i.imgur.com/Wi1oegS.jpg</div> Big Poppa Pump cut a promo on his title match with Booker T. He said that tonight he was going to take back the title that never should've left his sculpted waist in the first place. "You've been walkin around with my title Booker, and you've been duckin' me because you know the night you beat the Genetic Freak was the luckiest night of your life! But your luck's gonna run out tonight. I don't know if your shoulder's really hurt or if you've just been fakin' it all this time, but I'm gonna rip it out of the socket tonight. The largest arms in the world are gonna rip your body apart piece by piece until you give up and give me back my belt!" Scott's delivery was all over the place here. That's not exactly unexpected, but it didn't hurt at all. I think crazy quotes are part of the appeal with this character, and this promo did a fantastic job at getting the fans excited for the main event. <div style="text-align:center;">Grade: A</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">Sting vs. "Nature Boy" Ric Flair http://i.imgur.com/cxjgZpP.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/EiVoLiY.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/u4Nhu66.jpg</div> The promos were as excellent as ever, but that was never in question. The question was whether or not they'd be able to produce at a high level inside the ring. While they have obviously had much better matches back when they were in better shape physically, I was pleased with the results tonight. It wasn't in the running for match of the night, but it was a bit better than their match last month. The idea was to treat this as almost a 'greatest hits' wherein they did lots of callbacks to specific sequences and moments from their biggest matches over the years, complete with ample references from Mike and I on commentary to drive the concept home. Sting was all set to execute the traditional gorilla press off of the top rope spot, but Ric flipped the script by thumbing him in the eye instead. He connected with a double axe handle off of the top and let out a 'woo' as he went for the figure four, but Sting wrapped him up in an inside cradle for a near-fall. Flair scrambled to his feet and threw a haymaker, but Sting ducked it and nailed the Scorpion Deathdrop. He could've won it there, but there was only one move that could end this feud. Sting slapped on the Scorpion Deathlock, sitting back on the long-injured back of the Nature Boy. A struggle to the ropes ensued, but Sting dragged him back out to the center of the ring and forced him to quit in the final encounter. <div style="text-align:center;">Grade: B</div> Sting had his hand raised as Mike and I talked about how huge it was for him to win the final match of this legendary rivalry. Flair slowly pulled himself up in the corner, nursing his wounds and coming to terms with his loss. He stared across the ring at Sting, who halted his celebration to stare back. After a long pause, Sting marched towards Ric---and held his hand out. Flair stared blankly at Sting, and then accepted the handshake! He raised Sting's arm up in the air, and the fans reacted. I think they were mostly waiting for the oh so familiar swerve, but it never came. Not tonight at least. <div style="text-align:center;">Grade: B+</div> </div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">http://i.imgur.com/haJKoFv.jpg "Big Poppa Pump" Scott Steiner (w/Midajah) vs. Booker T {©} http://i.imgur.com/Wi1oegS.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/QEoXr2L.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/EiVoLiY.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/sJZr1Hv.jpg</div> Before the match we aired a recap video, showing Steiner beating Booker for his first world title win in November, Booker regaining the title on the final TNT Nitro, and then the build to this match. Special emphasis was placed on the idea that Booker was heading in at less than 100%. <div style="text-align:center;">Grade: B+</div> We had a clear direction in mind for this match: Steiner works on the shoulder, Booker tries to battle through the pain. The problem was that the majority of Scott's offense works the neck, so the in-ring action didn't always fit with the intended story. This problem wasn't helped by my continued focus on the shoulder while doing color despite Steiner using mostly suplexes, clotheslines and slams. All of this was only a minor issue though, and not enough to truly drag the match down. The in-ring action was excellent and the fans were into this match from the beginning. Even if I think the match would've been even greater if we could've done a better job at telling the story we'd been building to all along, it was still damn good and a solid PPV main event, every bit the equal of the Misterio vs. Storm match from last month. Booker fought out of a fujiwara armbar (back to the shoulder!) and stunned Scotty with elbows to the face, but Scott sidestepped a Harlem sidekick that struck ref Nick Patrick instead. Booker looked down at the ref in concern and Scott kicked him below the belt, then dumped him on his head with the old Steiner Screw Driver (SSD). It's a risky but very visually impressive move, and I told Scott to work it back into his arsenal here and there on some of the bigger shows. He laid on top of Booker and had him pinned for much more than three seconds, but there was no referee to count it. Charles Robinson came running out from the back and slid in to count once... twice... ...Booker gets a shoulder up just before the three! Scott yelled at Charles for not coming out sooner, and Robinson cowered in the corner as the Genetic Freak got in his face. He regained his composure and turned his attention back to the match, but Booker was ready and waiting and dropped him with the Harlem sidekick. He went up top and hit the Harlem Hangover to retain the title, though obviously not without controversy given the visual pinfall Scott had moments before. <div style="text-align:center;">Grade: B+</div></div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">Show Overall Grade: B+</div>

KnowYourEnemy · December 25, 2016

<div style="text-align:center;">Observing WCW in June, 2001</div> Bret Hart made the best use of limited resources in World Championship Wrestling. In his first two months, "The Hitman" put over younger talent consistently in terrific technical bouts. He successfully refocused the company on a new product, while keeping fans interested with established main event stars. Bret re-invented existing stars within WCW at both WCW The Big Bang and WCW The Great American Bash. He continued to build around Scott Steiner and Booker T's feud, with the two headlining in a Title Defense at 2001's The Great American Bash.Bret extended the feud with solid booking that built the WCW World Heavyweight Champion and protects the challenger. The two stars put on a show in a masterful feud that continues despite Booker T's nagging shoulder problems. Booker T appears set to become WCW's figurehead after beating Big Poppa Pump at the Bash. Bret signed several fresh wrestlers and pushed new wrestlers. He signed several impressive talents to work in his new developmental facility. Most notably, "King of the Indies" Christopher Daniels and "The American Dragon" Bryan Danielson were signed. Other than CM Punk, Bret hasn't yet put over new signings in the ring on PPV. Steve Corino and Chris Candido have received significant TV Time, but aren't established in the main event. Corino, Candido, Punk and RVD have all received significant TV Time, but only Punk scored wins over serious competition. His decision to book Rey Mysterio Jr. to win the United States Championship exemplifies these trends. Rey was an established roster member, but not a star, under old WCW brass. While Rey Mysterio's stock rose under new leadership, he would not be considered a Main Event talent. Bret booked Rey Rey to win the title at WCW Presents The Big Bang. He had Rey Rey go over established talent Lance Storm twice -- once on PPV, and later on TV. Many avid readers will remember that PWI ranked Lance Storm the #6th best wrester in the world and the top guy in WCW in January 2001. Bret had Rey win with a roll-up on Mike Awesome at the Bash -- however, Mike got his heat back immediately. The match reminded many of when Rey beat Kevin Nash on WCW Nitro in 1999 -- Rey won with a flash pin, but the bigger Awesome got his heat back and more afterward. Bret built on previous talent and presented an improved show to fans at WCW Presents the 2001 Great American Bash. However, he's yet to bring new talent to the table. One wonders if he can truly challenge Vince with the same wrestlers who sunk WCW in 2000 & 2001. Bret put his own twist on WCW at both The Big Bang and at The Great American Bash. He didn't reinvent the company yet -- but he clearly is building something. Can he stay afloat with the old guard charting the course? Match of the Year (So Far): Rey Mysterio d. Lance Storm for the WCW United States Championship at WCW Presents The Big Bang, B+ Dud of the Year (So Far): Ric Flair d. Sting at WCW Presents the Big Bang, B- Observing Wrestling "Impact Player" for WCW: Chris Candido. Bret gave Chris plenty of TV Time with his significant other, Sunny. Candido hasn't yet won major matches clean -- but his victories are more notable than any other new acquisition. His "power couple" with Tammy is one of few alliances in the new WCW. Bret appears to be building a faction around Candido, but right now, the grand alliance only contains Chris and Tammy. Will Bret re-form the Triple Threat, or did he plan to and plans fall apart? Shane Douglas has received a significant push, but was this "vestigial booking"? With Fall Brawl traditionally just two months away, no potential alliances have been created large enough to man the War Games match. These alliances were a WCW staple in the '90s: The Four Horsemen, The Dangerous Alliance and even The Dungeon of Doom fought in high-profile WAR Games matches and put the good guys in peril. Will Bret honor these traditions, or change course and discard the time-tested WCW trope? <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Wanted to try my hand at a fan piece' date=' as I enjoy reading them in diaries. I like where you're going with WCW -- the writing has been exceptional -- however, I wanted to take a "contemporary" look at the company, so I wrote a more neutral analysis: Bret took over a failing brand, and many observers would be skeptical early on. Hope you enjoy. I'm not exactly sure if there is/what is the accepted protocol for these, if it breaks to much Kayfabe for Bret, I won't do it again.[/quote']</div></blockquote>

The Final Countdown · December 26, 2016

June 2001: Great American Bash Wrap-up I guess Kidman was so focused on getting ready for his match tonight that he ignored Bobby Heenan as Bobby tried to talk to him about something backstage before the show. The Brain took him to task for it in front of the other boys, but did it in such a way that everyone, Kidman included, was dying with laughter by the end. All's well that ends well. Scott Steiner and Jeff Jarrett were both pretty unhappy about losing tonight, but Jim Duggan was downright furious. Scott and Jeff both have the talent and popularity to headline, so I certainly hope their complaints won't lead to festering resentment. As for Jim, well, his shelf life's pretty short no matter what his mood is. I praised Booker T, Scott Steiner and Kanyon during our post-show meeting. Scott and Book deserved recognition for closing the show out on a good note, while I was really impressed with how much Kanyon stepped up to the plate in his falls count anywhere match with DDP. Ernest Miller failed another steroid test, and I suspended him for one month. He did not take that decision well. Not only did he leave my office in a huff, but word got back to me that he badmouthed me to everyone he passed on his way out of the building. He's talented enough that he does have some value, but he's nowhere near important enough for me to go out of my way to appease him. If he acts up again I'll most likely give him his walking papers. Speaking of steroid testing, a really bizarre letter arrived at my office today. It said: <div style="text-align:center;">"Dump the steroid testing, unless you want to risk a repeat of Randy Savage. -Signed, James Hill"</div> The letter was odd enough, but the stationery it was written on was even stranger. I swear somebody stole the stationery out of Vince's office in the late 80's or early 90's, held onto it for all these years and used it to send me this message. I don't really understand it. It was no secret that Randy was on the juice, but that didn't stop him from being one of the most heavily pushed and successful guys of the era aside from Hulk. Who knows what this was all about, but I was already thinking about dropping steroids from our policy and only testing for hard drugs. Maybe this was a sign. Konnan thinks Jamie Knoble could develop into a really good promo if I give him more time on the mic. Between this and RVD's praise, it seems like the former Jamie-san has some real support in the locker room. I think he's a talented hand too; it's just a matter of finding the time and the right story. Hell Raiser, aka The Wall, is now back on the active roster. I have zero clue what to do with him and I'm not sure there's really a place for him in the new WCW, but we'll see. <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Prediction Scores (out of a possible maximum of 12): jscotty: 11 evileddie10: 11 Beejus: 11 franticloser: 11 Uncrewed: 10 Dead_Jester: 10 Satyr24: 10 2Sweet: 10 bonnie: 10 Anderz: 10 SomeLazyMagic: 10 smw88: 9 K-Nection: 9 KnowYourEnemy: 9 angeldelayette: 9 crackerjack: 9 scarletspeed7: 9 Warhawk8492: 8 The_CoC: 8 deanohbk: 8 StarshipAwsome: 8 michgcs: 7 Happy0wns: 7 Nobby_McDonald: 5 </div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Final Standings in prediction contest: Uncrewed: 18 Dead_Jester: 18 Anderz: 18 Satyr24: 17 Beejus: 17 evileddie10: 17 smw88: 16 angeldelayette: 16 2Sweet: 16 SomeLazyMagic: 16 jscotty: 16 The_CoC: 15 Warhawk8492: 15 StarshipAwsome: 15 michgcs: 14 deanohbk: 13 KnowYourEnemy: 13 Happy0wns: 11 franticloser: 11 K-Nection: 11 bonnie: 10 crackerjack: 9 scarletspeed7: 9 Cro Cop Rules: 7 The_Monk: 5 Rainmaker: 5 BHK6: 5 Nobby_McDonald: 5</div></blockquote> <hr noshade size=3> Congrats to the three who finished tied for first in this very short contest; I'll PM you shortly. July's Bash at the Beach will be the start of my regular prediction schedule, where I'll be running two contests per year that run for six months apiece. I keep forgetting to mention this, but Stu Hart died within the first month of gameplay. I wasn't sure of the right way to handle that within the story, or if I really even wanted to, so I chose not to cover it. <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="michgcs" data-cite="michgcs" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div> United States Heavyweight Championship: Mike Awesome vs. Rey Misterio Jr. {©} I know I said Misterio will look good chasing the title, but maybe he wins via the ol' "Awesome gets DQ-ed for being too brutal" trope</div></blockquote> I think that sort of finish would've diminished Rey from a story and character standpoint even if it would've been fine in-game, and right now I'm trying to establish him as a top tier guy. You were right about the tone I was going for though, and I think the post-match attack accomplished it. <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Cruiserweight Championship: Billy Kidman vs. "Sugar" Shane Helms {©} Hopefully these two can have a long feud together </div></blockquote> It's probably not much of a surprise to hear me say that this story isn't over yet, considering the way the finish played out. These are arguably the two top guys in the division now that Rey's fighting the big boys, so I need to squeeze as much out of this match-up as I can. <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="KnowYourEnemy" data-cite="KnowYourEnemy" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div> World Heavyweight Championship: "Big Poppa Pump" Scott Steiner vs. Booker T {©} Dusty Finish Alert: It'll be a contout win for Steiner after Booker gets hurt on the outside. I don't think this ends clean.</div></blockquote> I seriously considered this very ending, but I felt it would make Booker look too weak and Steiner too sympathetic. <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="angeldelayette" data-cite="angeldelayette" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div> United States Heavyweight Championship: Mike Awesome vs. Rey Misterio Jr. {©} It won't end clean, though. I'm thinking Awesome power bombs Misterio through a table and is either DQed or Rey Rey gets counted out.</div></blockquote> You definitely got the Awesome Bomb through the table right! <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="smartman" data-cite="smartman" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Seems like someone broke HHH's "burial" shovel in this universe. That's hilarious.</div></blockquote> His record is a sterling 5-3-3 thus far, and all but one of his wins has come in either a tag or six man tag with Austin. His lone singles win was over Edge, admittedly a nice win because Edge is a main eventer...but he also has a no contest with K-Kwik to his name. <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="Beejus" data-cite="Beejus" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div> RVD - Jarrett uses the guitar to get DQ'd when he realizes he can't beat Rob on his own.</div></blockquote> Got it in one! <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Lance Storm - Because Lance is a clean living Canadian who doesn't need any enhancements!</div></blockquote> That's gimmick infringement! (It's also true, but still. Not like Punk's about to go around talking about being serious for a minute.) <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="franticloser" data-cite="franticloser" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Haven't read yet, I've been mia for a month or so, warms my heart this Christmas to see TFC back with a new journey!</div></blockquote> Heh, glad to hear it! Welcome aboard! <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="scarletspeed7" data-cite="scarletspeed7" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div> World Heavyweight Championship: "Big Poppa Pump" Scott Steiner vs. Booker T {©} Knowing your skill at writing promos, this would just be more interesting to me.</div></blockquote> Funny that you say that, because I have real doubts about my ability to capture Steiner's verbal insanity. Especially since I'm trying to keep things relatively clean to go along with Bret's family friendly ideals. <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div> Wanted to try my hand at a fan piece, as I enjoy reading them in diaries. I like where you're going with WCW -- the writing has been exceptional -- however, I wanted to take a "contemporary" look at the company, so I wrote a more neutral analysis: Bret took over a failing brand, and many observers would be skeptical early on. Hope you enjoy. I'm not exactly sure if there is/what is the accepted protocol for these, if it breaks to much Kayfabe for Bret, I won't do it again.</div></blockquote> Dude, the absolute last thing I'm going to do is try and discourage you from continuing this! I remember reading reader-created supplemental content like this in Nevermore's ECW when I was first starting and thinking, "Man, this is so cool! How awesome would it be if someone ever likes my work enough to want to do something like this?" It's really rewarding to know that my work is being enjoyed to that degree, and I also think it adds vibrance and personality to the game world to see things from an outside perspective like this. I loved this post, just like I loved it in TGAAB when scarletspeed took it upon himself to track everyone's win-loss records and Smasher volunteered to handle the news updates. You have my blessing and encouragement. As for breaking kayfabe, I doubt I'd care about that regardless, but it's even less of a concern here given the style I'm using to present my shows. I'd say insider stuff like this fits right in.

KnowYourEnemy · December 27, 2016

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="The Final Countdown" data-cite="The Final Countdown" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div> Dude, the absolute last thing I'm going to do is try and discourage you from continuing this! I remember reading reader-created supplemental content like this in Nevermore's ECW when I was first starting and thinking, "Man, this is so cool! How awesome would it be if someone ever likes my work enough to want to do something like this?" It's really rewarding to know that my work is being enjoyed to that degree, and I also think it adds vibrance and personality to the game world to see things from an outside perspective like this. I loved this post, just like I loved it in TGAAB when scarletspeed took it upon himself to track everyone's win-loss records and Smasher volunteered to handle the news updates. You have my blessing and encouragement. As for breaking kayfabe, I doubt I'd care about that regardless, but it's even less of a concern here given the style I'm using to present my shows. I'd say insider stuff like this fits right in.</div></blockquote> Thank you for the kind words -- will try to put one out �after each PPV. I started on WCW:� Empire right after this, and like the skepticism displayed in Big Papa's write-up's -- in particular, on <a href="http://www.wrestlingclique.com/showthread.php?t=134728" rel="external nofollow">WCW's ability to compete with WWF</a>. I'll incorporate that approach some in my future write-ups.

K-Nection · December 27, 2016

"Dump the steroid testing, unless you want to risk a repeat of Randy Savage.

-Signed, James Hill"

That was priceless!!!!!!

Also shout out to KYE for that after show write up! I loved it and felt truly immersed in it! It felt like reading an article in PWI in the early 2000's keep it up man!

Armando Payne · December 27, 2016

Bro, had to read all of this after reading your past story. I was surprised that you chose to do a story via the POV of Bret Hart considering you were mentionin' Summer Of Punk an' all.

Happy0wns · December 27, 2016

Bro, had to read all of this after reading your past story. I was surprised that you chose to do a story via the POV of Bret Hart considering you were mentionin' Summer Of Punk an' all.

I think he also mentioned losing the passion for doing that when the mod squad aren't really focusing on that mod, like at all at this point.

Cro Cop Rules · December 27, 2016

Annoyed with myself for missing the predictions, but the show turned out to be great! Another solid building block for Bret's new WCW, just wanted to leave a few comments.

I like that Scott Steiner was kept strong, as WCW was pushing him as the top guy near the end. I am hoping for him to say more ridiculously outrageous things, such as the classic "Do you want to be mesmermized by the physical phenomenon?"

The Punk push is very nice as well, it's cool to see him getting good grades this early in his career. The new guard is slowly building momentum, with AJ about to join up with Stacy Keibler, Corino cutting some awesome promos, Booker, Storm and Rey at the top of the card, and even Chris Candido getting some promo time.

Another small adjustment I enjoy is Bobby Heenan playing the Gene Okerlund role. Considering in real life, Heenan was more than fed up with the WCW environment (and working with Schiavone), it makes sense that changing up his duties could possibly re-energize him. He would also be a natural at the position with his quick wit.

The James Hill Easter Egg was something that I very much enjoyed. I'm wondering if this was just a small reference to your previous dynasty, or are you going to use The Golden Age as part of this diary's history?

Also, one other quick question: Do you have a figurehead, or are you still trying to find someone that fits the build?

Keep up the good work! I'll definitely be posting for the next prediction contest.

K-Nection · December 27, 2016

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="Cro Cop Rules" data-cite="Cro Cop Rules" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div> The James Hill Easter Egg was something that I very much enjoyed. I'm wondering if this was just a small reference to your previous dynasty, or are you going to use The Golden Age as part of this diary's history?</div></blockquote> Well since Bret seemed confused by the message and even commented that Savage had an almost equal career to Hogan it is stemming off RL timeline instead of TGAAB universe. This was just a inter universal message that was delivered.....or so I believe lol.

Beejus · December 27, 2016

I feel like I haven't commented enough in here as of late, but I wanted to definitely take time to praise GAB. Not only because I got a really good score on it <img alt="" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/biggrin.png.929299b4c121f473b0026f3d6e74d189.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" />

I am guessing that Scott and Booker have more matches before this is all over, at least one at BatB.

AJ Styles and Stacy Kiebler is a pairing I tend to make in any 2001 WCW game as well. Nice to know we are on the same page.

Another thing that sadly is the same is Duggan. He always complains at me when I try to have him put over young talents. It looks like he could be gone by next pay per view if he were to keep that up.

I like your writeup style for TV shows, it looks very quick and easy to handle. It's very easy to follow along too, and that is almost as important as you being able to do it whenever you need. Your portrayal of Bret seems pretty spot-on too, a skill that I wish I could do on command better like you seem able to. The only one I've done well with that is Vince. But I can hear the voice of "The Hitman" while reading this all in my mind, and that's a major skill.

All in all, excited to read what happens in July!

The Final Countdown · December 28, 2016

June 2001: Ultimate Fan Series Preview We just completed the first stage of what I think is a pretty unique idea. It's called the Ultimate Fan Series, where eight of our fans participated in an online draft in which they built a four-man team from our roster. Now it's up to me to analyze the draft results and start planning everything out and figuring out how to work these matches into our shows. Here's an abbreviated version of the rules we sent to the fans involved: <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>After the draft is complete, we'll have an elimination tournament comprised of a series of four singles matches, with the highest seed matched up against the lowest seed in each round (so in the first round #1 faces #8, 2 vs. 7 and so on.) In the event of a tie after those four matches, there will be a tiebreaker match. In the first and second rounds, this tiebreaker will be a 2 on 2 tag team match; after each manager has completed their draft, they will indicate which two of their team members they want to represent them in a potential tiebreaker. If there is a tie in the final round, the tiebreaker will be a 4 vs. 4 elimination match. The manager who wins the tournament will be able to select one member of their team to receive a guaranteed world title shot over the next year, and they will also appear in an angle on a future show. The runner-up will get to choose a member of their team to challenge for any title in the company except for the world title.</div></blockquote> I've subsequently decided that the prize for the winning team will actually be a bit bigger. One member will still be chosen for a world title shot, but the other three team members will also be given shots at our secondary titles. I've looked over the roster breakdown of all eight teams several times, and I'm no closer to deciding who's going to win. I think I've pretty much decided on a winner in all of the first round series, but beyond that I'm still thinking things over. <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">#1: Satyr's Hopeful Few, managed by The Grand Avatar (Satyr24) http://i.imgur.com/egREuu7.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/u4Nhu66.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/3b4L6vE.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/DhzkzHt.jpg Round 1: Kanyon Round 2: Ric Flair Round 3: Buff Bagwell Round 4: Chavo Guerrero Jr. Tiebreaker Tag Team: Kanyon and Ric Flair</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">#2: The K-Nections, managed by Kevin Gaines (K-Nection) http://i.imgur.com/sJZr1Hv.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/cxjgZpP.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/Ht8KF88.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/eLttffP.jpg Round 1: Booker T Round 2: Sting Round 3: AJ Styles Round 4: Alex Wright Tiebreaker Tag Team: Booker T and Sting</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">#3: The Sin-free Society, managed by Eddie Lopez (evileddie10) http://i.imgur.com/sOdsktm.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/SAWQKXw.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/JJpe0Lr.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/5Xhxf90.jpg Round 1: Lance Storm Round 2: CM Punk Round 3: Rick Steiner Round 4: Fit Finlay Tiebreaker Tag Team: Lance Storm and CM Punk</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">#4: The Dead Jesters, managed by Marshal Van Black (Dead_Jester) http://i.imgur.com/9v49DN6.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/zbQxlTu.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/OZDc3yZ.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/J3M8Nhg.jpg Round 1: Rey Misterio Jr. Round 2: Sean O'Haire Round 3: Chris Candido Round 4: Mark Jindrak Tiebreaker Tag Team: Sean O'Haire and Mark Jindrak</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">#5: The Loose Killers, managed by Smashmitch Abernathy (Smasher1311) http://i.imgur.com/WWA8fPj.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/5AB1rzg.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/VMwitRH.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/0solC8H.jpg Round 1: Diamond Dallas Page Round 2: Dustin Rhodes Round 3: Billy Kidman Round 4: Shawn Stasiak Tiebreaker Tag Team: Dustin Rhodes and Shawn Stasiak</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">#6: The Whole F'n Package, managed by Scott Caan (scarletspeed7) http://i.imgur.com/uj4FkBt.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/zJ5f3EO.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/hlbUlLo.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/35Od9kC.jpg Round 1: Rob Van Dam Round 2: Lex Luger Round 3: Shane Helms Round 4: Disco Inferno Tiebreaker Tag Team: Rob Van Dam and Lex Luger</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">#7: Uncrewed's Crew, managed by (Uncrewed) http://i.imgur.com/Wi1oegS.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/wnP6Ftg.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/I7app7W.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/a0mKYEd.jpg Round 1: Scott Steiner Round 2: Mike Awesome Round 3: Steve Corino Round 4: Konnan Tiebreaker Tag Team: Scott Steiner and Mike Awesome</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="43035" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">#8: Championship Pedigree, managed by Bernhard Heinrich Klein (BHK6) http://i.imgur.com/pPUxskq.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/SlbyjcN.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/9QpxTLI.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/CCq92jB.jpg Round 1: Jeff Jarrett Round 2: Shane Douglas Round 3: Chuck Palumbo Round 4: Jamie Knoble Tiebreaker Tag Team: Jeff Jarrett and Shane Douglas </div></div></blockquote> Fan Prediction: Which team will win the Ultimate Fan Series? (Getting this right is worth three points in the next prediction contest.)

smw88 · December 28, 2016

All look interesting but for me team 2 has the balance of star power and potential about right

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K-Nection · December 28, 2016

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww224/kevincumpton/People/K-Nections_zpssg4y648d.png

I did this out of boredom in the UFS thread and wanted to share this with the rest of the class on the dynasty.

deanohbk · December 28, 2016

My pick is --- #2: The K-Nections, managed by Kevin Gaines (K-Nection)

scarletspeed7 · December 28, 2016

Oh I'll share mine too.

The Whole F'n Package is about big personality, baby! Egotistical self-centered total nonstop narcissism!

Beejus · December 28, 2016

There are some really strong teams here, but none quite as strong as they were in TGAAB. Championship Pedigree in that universe were unstoppable no matter how one looked at it. Here, however, the teams seem a lot more balanced. In that vein, I would say that it's tough to overlook K-Nection's team, because it features Booker and Sting together. So that will be my pick.

Happy0wns · December 28, 2016

I'm actually going to go with #1 hopeful fews

K-Nection · December 28, 2016

Yay we are popular! I almost picked Ric Steiner as my 3rd pick but in the end I decided that I wanted AJ to get a main event rub....

BHK6 · December 28, 2016

Well I kind of have to pick myself to repeat. Beejus is right my team was unstoppable and I was #8 seed back then too.

Satyr24 · December 28, 2016

Fan Prediction: Which team will win the Ultimate Fan Series? Well of course im going to pick the Hopeful Few

franticloser · December 29, 2016

Going with K-Nection

Dead_Jester · December 29, 2016

Have to have some faith in the team I drafted so i'll stick with my Dead Jesters.

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