AboardTheArk Posted December 29, 2022 Share Posted December 29, 2022 Chapter 0: The Beginning It was the night before Christmas in the Rosario (for the purposes of this) household, and the brothers were stuck planning what was to come for the GWS promotion in 2021. Their KickStarter campaign to gather funds was steadily reaching the target of 40K dollars right before the end of the allocated time, a goal that would modestly allow the promotion to stay open for these 12 months at least. The global financial crisis of the past couple of years had put their venture in incredible danger, even having to go on hiatus for months without putting on shows in 2020. After a fairly awkward dinner of trying to talk about anything that wasn't wrestling, tough decisions had to be made. Firstly, they decided moving Warfare! from a weekly show to a monthly one. It was a very important cost-cutting measure as the temporary shutdown lost them some fans and they had stopped breaking even on tickets for the weekly show. They fought over a bit over Realm carrying the brand. Ernesto had really pushed over the past 6 months the idea of him getting the first reign when the show returned, playing into the 90's nostalgia and also having surprisingly good matches still at his age, but Camillo was dreaming about The Wolverines planting themselves at the top of the company for good, due to the rumors of them being poached by a National TV level company in the near future and the buzz that would bring. GWS had always gotten their biggest buzz from having quality champions who have made it (or not sometimes) in bigger companies, GIFs and clips going viral for a few days nonwithstanding. Camillo did relent because it felt safer, but now that Realm had just got the belt he was aiming to undercut the reign's length in order to move into a fresh direction, feeling like Ernesto was trying to replicate the success of the Bear Zanev reigns. Regardless, they spent the rest of the evening watching movies and waiting for the sum donated to pass the target with a few days left in order for this weight to be lifted off of their shoulders. A bit standard if boring for a gathering between the two, that is until they finally reached their goal. They were shocked to find out a mystery fan donated 100 thousand dollars on their own, shattering every expectation. Quickly, they shut down the rest of the donation to not get money off of more people because they might need it more than give it to a wrestling company. They had plenty. More than plenty. They immediately decided on two things: 1. They would still be frugal, maybe bring in a couple guys to start the year and see how it goes. 2. They could finally lower the ticket prices again after the financial crisis forced them to bring the prices up to "standard". Much easier to bring people in that way, you don't go to Reno if things are going well for you in any way. This was definitely a gamechanger though in some ways. A chance to see if they could get back on iPPV at some point in the year perhaps. An opportunity to take risks with trials/signings to young guys that could have high potential. Maybe even bring in a major draw that isn't 48 years old! An exciting year was about to begin, but there was also a big question on the back of their minds: who was the mysterious benefactor that saved the company for the foreseeable future? Would they ever find out? The mind wandered towards Derrick Moore, maybe this was a game to him, a way to get even more control in the Future of Fight "alliance". But what if it was someone random who wanted to "invest"? Well, this raised another clear issue: Guerilla Wrestling Syndicate can't afford to sell out. They have a spirit and an image to uphold. And what just happened was essentially on public record. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AboardTheArk Posted December 29, 2022 Author Share Posted December 29, 2022 (edited) GWS ROSTER INTRODUCTION The Bosses: Naming themselves after famous South American revolutionaries, Ecuadorian-American brothers Camillo and Ernesto Rosario handle the booking and logistics of the company, as well as being the announce team of the company. Originally a cost-cutting measure, they're actually one of the better commentary duos in the independent scene, and generally GWS is regarded as a solid, well-run company. The Champions: MMA bad-ass Realm went from "can't miss prospect" to "most blatant IP rip-off" to "independent redemption arc". At 48 years old, he's putting on bangers for GWS and was recently rewarded with a People's Heavyweight Championship run. The most famous wrestler in GWS, even if for mostly the wrong reasons, there are high expectations for his title reign putting the company back on the map. Referential of a beloved comicbook hero, Ciclope is one of the most promising young high-flyers in the world of professional wrestling, known for his jaw-dropping dives and his consistency endangering himself sometimes. The Red Phoenix belt is a big show of faith by management for a wrestler who can be an international superstar or remain and independent attraction, depending on how he performs on the day. Raider Bjorn and Raider Ubba, the Sons of Ragnarr are the most fearsome duo in all of GWS, a company famous for treating its tag division seriously. Powerful, tough and athletic, they might stay on top of the division for a long, long time. The Duos The Wolverines are the most successful tag team in GWS history. Dustin Henry (24) and James Logan (27) are the most promising tag team outside of National TV, the independent scene's best kept secret. If they can be kept in the company long term, the only thing left for them is singles glory... Danny Sirus (29) and Randy Loveman (33) are well known in the scene, being mainstays in North America for WCCW and PWSUX in the past. Due to the Future of Fight alliance, they have literally begun working in Reno alongside Detroit, and they've already held the GWS Top Militia belts once. 2021 could be the year they seize the title of "top team" in the company. Sons of the legendary Johnny Hammer, Jason and Jonah are The New Hammer brothers. A really solid team with a likeable charisma going on for them, they will taste gold sooner than later, even in this competitive division. A bit of a joke tag team, Joshua Blaize and Samson Domoina comprise HeatWave, the duo with the best manners and most determination to win. The refined Suplex Machine Samson Domoina is a good prospect for the future, representing Haiti and sporting the best moustache in wrestling, but Joshua Blaize is little more than a likeable jobber. Nevertheless, they have a reign in 2017, and they could replicate that insane run with the right amount of fan support. The Solos A solid brawler with great basics, Devon Homicide is a charismatic "gang-adjacent" character who has the goal of using the Future of Fight alliance to one day making it in PWSUX in Detroit. Having tasted gold in the prestigeous territory of Puerto Rico, he surely wants to get to the top of GWS as soon as possible. The sexiest man in Reno, Nevada (I get that there's not much competition), Ray Lisbon is one of the most beloved performers in GWS, and one of their homegrown talents. A Grand Slam winner by the age of 26, he lacks the in-ring spark to make the step to a National company, which means he might be a lifer, which is fine by the GWS faithful, and management knowing they can count on him if need be. Former DRAGON star Sam Bailey is one of the best practicioners of the Impactful Japanese style in the North American continent. Adding a well-needed dose of realsim to the proceedings in GWS, he's been rising in popularity since his 2016 debut for the company, and winning numerous titles is surely only a matter of time. The 21st Century Caveman is another DRAGON alumni, one who is wrestling closer to the junior heavyweight style. A popular fixture in Art of Wrestling shows in Canada, his style is what the GWS fans look for in a wrestler and he will probably have a lot of "bangers" in Reno. Could become a big star for the company. A former backyard wrestler, Cole Younger is one of the biggest cases of "fan-turned-wrestler", and his determination shows as he made it in PWSUX purely off of hard work. Now joining the GWS roster due to their need to rebuild, he's managed by Sierra Rosario, the "rebellious little sister" of the family, and gets heat by using his hardcore style to ruin perfectly fine spotfests. A charismatic Rock demigod, Redd (23) became a fan of GWS after being booked for a show with his then band. Sticking with the promotion due to his real life relationship with Sierra Rosario, his bad boy appeal and charisma might be enough to compensate for his mediocre wrestling skills. Wrestling on and off for GWS for his whole career, Brandon Morgan is a solid hand who has the unfortunate disadvantage of looking like an average office worker. He is determined to take advantage of the rebuild of the company and become a star, making this his most successful stint with GWS. One of the most peculiar cases in wrestling right now, Leonardo Di Fiore was retired for years after wrestling in the 90's, but he got the 'bug' again due to his grandsons love of the 'sport'. Returning with a genius "swaggy old man" gimmick, he has been a beloved fixture of the independent scene for the past few years and got rewarded with a run for GWS, where everything he has done rules. Mister Marvelous Mark Gunn is a handsome and charismatic prospect hailing from Hollywood, California, and he's probably the biggest prospect in the company. Only a wrestler for three years and already pretty solid, his movie star looks will make him easily a big hated figure in the company for years to come. The future of flight, Yusef Miller is the best in-ring prospect the company has seen pass through in a long while (Fergus Storm?). A very modern wrestler with insane athletic ability and charisma, he is looking for his breakout, and considering he has already spent a year paying his dues, his time to shine is coming soon. Edited January 4, 2023 by AboardTheArk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knkmaster69 Posted December 29, 2022 Share Posted December 29, 2022 Don't know anything about the thunderverse but I always love your dynasties so looking forward to this one! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pteroid Posted December 29, 2022 Share Posted December 29, 2022 #HirePapaEstandar 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AboardTheArk Posted December 29, 2022 Author Share Posted December 29, 2022 25 minutes ago, Pteroid said: #HirePapaEstandar He's so good. I really want to. I hired him in my NCW and my FUSION saves. I don't think I can justify it financially (I know, I know), but I am watching him with great interest, at worst for a few appearances. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dalton Posted December 30, 2022 Share Posted December 30, 2022 As long as Fergus Storm is here, you have yourself a permanent reader. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Roguey Posted December 31, 2022 Share Posted December 31, 2022 Ignore Dalton, avoid Fergus Storm. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AboardTheArk Posted January 4, 2023 Author Share Posted January 4, 2023 GWS WARFARE! SATURDAY, WEEK 1 OF JANUARY 2021 The first Warfare! of the year is always special in GWS, and that's why we have a special card to begin the year of Redemption! As a thank you to every one of our loyal fans for helping us stay alive in adversity, every title in the company will be defended! Plus, a huge debut and a legendary return to the company will bolster the most exciting roster in GWS history! MATCH CARD FOR PREDICTIONS GWS PEOPLE'S HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH: Ray Lisbon vs Realm (C) GWS TOP MILITIA CHAMPIONSHIP THREE-WAY LADDER MATCH: The Wild Things vs The Wolverins vs Sons Of Ragnarr (C) Sam Bailey vs X GWS RED PHOENIX CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH: Cole Younger vs Ciclope (C) Mark Gunn vs X Fantastic Four-Way: Redd vs Samson Domoina vs Trent Brooke vs Yusef Miller Brandon Morgan vs Leonardo De Fiore OOC: As the tag suggests, this diary will have quite a chiller posting schedule than the CGC one, which is why I also switched the company's event schedule to have Warfare! as a monthly show. I love the Thunderverse as a world and I wanted to showcase it. I felt GWS is a natural choice, a low-stakes (seemingly) diary that will also be quite different than what I'm doing with CGC. The Roster Introduction post was updated, with a couple lines for each character a well for anyone who wants to get familiar with how things roll in GWS. Maybe I will have this show posted on the weekend, maybe next week. Regardless, I am very excited to see where this diary takes me, as I've made 0 long term decisions! Thank you to the creators of this mod for the incredible attention to detail, this is the first version of Thunderverse I'm even remotely familiar with and yet I didn't find the barrier of entry too steep in any way. Hope everyone enjoys this, please let me know about what you want in the diary and your predictions for the show! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AboardTheArk Posted January 12, 2023 Author Share Posted January 12, 2023 GWS WARFARE! Saturday, Week 1 of January 2021 Reno, NV CA: 522 MATCH 1: Brandon Morgan vs Leonardo De Fiore VS Brandon Morgan and Leonardo De Fiore started off the year for GWS with a comedy match playing on the contrast of the two. Morgan is serious and determined about finally making it in GWS, and Leonardo is a swaggy old man who is just naturally beloved by everyone. Morgan worked heel here and he did okay even if he doesn't fit comedy matches at all. Brandon Morgan kept trying to do shoot takedowns and things that he generally can't really do while Leo just brushed things off and played to the crowd. He did have to sell some actual moves as the match picked up, but The Smoke (finger flick to the eye) into Resell Value (Headlock Driver) gave the World's Greatest Grandpa the win in 7 minutes and 33 seconds! Segment Rating: 27 MATCH 2: Redd vs Samson Domoina vs Trent Brooke vs Yusef Miller VS VS VS A perfect showcase of the action this company is known for, these four went all out hitting moves and running around for 10 minutes doing stuff to each other. Gone are the days of Guy Lothario headlocks for 8 minutes while reciting the Pledge of Allegiance in 5 different languages, this is what wrestling is now folks! Trent Brooke mostly anchored the match by being the more successful "veteran" of the group, but it's Yusef Miller who shone brightly with some amazing sequences like a springboard double headscissors on Trent and Redd who were brawling in the ring, or landing on his feet after every possible Samson Domoina suplex. In the end, Trent Brooke hit a big Elevated Stomp on Redd, but as he went for the pin, Yusef Miller landed from the top rope with MILLER TIME (Corkscrew double rotation Senton), threw Brooke out of the ring and pinned Redd for the most impressive win of his career so far! (9:35) Segment Rating: 37 SEGMENT: The Big Return After a small countdown, the big marquee return to the company is...former 2x GWS People's Heavyweight Champion, Shannon Sorensen! The punk rock rebel is back, and better than ever as he proclaims that he's here to cause havoc and reclaim his belt. The crowd is into it. Segment Rating: 34 MATCH 3: Mark Gunn vs Shannon Sorensen VS Mister Marvellous vs the punk rock rebel is a fairly obvious matchup, but interestingly Sorensen, a renown high flyer who has been synonymous with reckless spots is keeping things grounded, preferring to brawl with Gunn in a much grittier much than the one before, playing to the promotion's variety approach. This is fine for what it is, not the big crowdpleaser you'd expect but not really a disappointment either. Gunn holds his own until he's overpowered by the experience and toughness of the former champion, who ends things with his patented Springboard Splash. (10:23) Segment Rating: 33 MATCH 4: RED PHOENIX CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH: COLE YOUNGER VS CICLOPE (C) VS Cole Younger is quite a triple thread, being able to do deathmatches, matwork matches and fly...tolerably, and Ciclope is one of the most exciting young high flying luchadors to come out of the indie scene in quite a few years, so it's no surprise that this is the best match so far. Cole tries to keep up with Ciclope which makes him look bad sometimes but tells a clear and easy to follow story, while Ciclope has one of his best performances for the company so far and really shines, which is awesome considering his inconsistency issues. Cole tries to start cheating with the help of Sierra Rosario but he misses with a sledgehammer shot and Ciclope instantly has the instincts to lock in the Ciclope Clutch (Standing Chickenwing Sleeper) for the win, getting his first successful title defense. (11:06) Segment Rating: 39 MATCH 5: The Debuting Kosmo Supreme vs Sam Bailey VS The Greco-english grappler Kosmo Supreme debuts in GWS after his travels have taken him to the USA indie scene! A man who has wrestled and impressed all over the world, a well-known technician and high flyer, this is quite a high profile arrival for the company. Sam Bailey however is not an easy man to debut against and he was here to spoil the party, forcing Kosmo to just take big stiff strikes and sell for a big part of the match. Kosmo Supreme lived up to his name however with some insane acrobatic moves that fuelled his comeback, in a match that truly stole the show. Bailey hit a very reckless Suicide Dive, but as he rolled Supreme back to the ring, he tried going for a rebound lariat and was caught by Entering The Kosmos (Tilt-A-Whirl Michinoku Driver). What a match! (15:27) Segment Rating: 52 SEGMENT: Kosmo Supreme Introduction Kosmo talks about how big of an honor it is for him to find himself in GWS, a promotion that wants to change the world as much as he wants to see it constantly change and evolve. He says he will try to become the People's champ, but first he has to earn it with earnest hard work and the ability to wow every fan with his performances. Segment Rating: 41 MATCH 6: GWS TOP MILITIA CHAMPIONSHIP LADDER MATCH: The Wild Things vs The Wolverines vs The Sons of Ragnarr (C) VS VS Ladder matches are usually either spotfests or "car crashes" that last a short amount of time but completely wreck the environment of the ringside area. This match lasted 20 minutes, and decided to fill that runtime with elaborate double team moves of ladders, constantly changing the momentum and delivering memorable spots that will live until... the next one. Despite the fact only the Wild Things were babyfaces in this match, a big part of the conflict was about the Wolverines vs the Sons of Ragnarr constantly antagonizing each other, both teams craving to be recognized as the best team in GWS history. That doesn't mean the Wild Things are slouches, as their chemistry is a sight to behold. At the end of the day, all 6 men were on ladders trying to grab the two belts hanging, and the Sons of Ragnarr went on a war path chokeslamming their opponents to the mat, or headbutting them, or driving their skull onto the ladder then hitting belt shots to throw them down. A beautiful match with an ugly end, and no doubt left as to who's the winner. Probably the match of the night. (20:07) Segment Rating: 52 MAIN EVENT: GWS People's Heavyweight Championship: Ray Lisbon vs Realm (C) VS Watching Realm wrestle a 20 minute match at his age without it being structured around being a very slow match is definitely a sight to behold, and proof that getting this title isn't just a move to cash-in off of wrestling hipsters who would insist "actually Realm was good, that gimmick combined with some martial arts sensibilities in the product would have produced some beast wrestling fr" and WWW nostalgia freaks. Sadly, Ray Lisbon is not good enough to keep up (although he is fit enough, this match is fine it doesn't have glaring holes). But he is beloved enough to put Realm's heel work over beautifully. This is not a waste of time or anything, it just has to follow to kick-ass matches. Lisbon gets a really close nearfall with a Shooting Star Press, but Realm "levels up" and hits his shoot-style combos before ending things with a N-Ice Kick to the skull. (20:23). Segment Rating: 46 Overall Rating: This show was fairly promising, it's not one of the best GWS has ever put on, not even close, but considering the huge roster turnover, it sold me on some of the younger guys I haven't sen much and the two new debuts are much-needed starpower and depth. Considering they have money to play with, there will probably be more surprises and upgrades as the year goes on, especially considering The Wolverines are probably TV-bound. 50 rating from me for a solid show. Maybe more promos next time? An entertainment guest? There's room for upwards mobility, which is exciting. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AboardTheArk Posted January 15, 2023 Author Share Posted January 15, 2023 HUGE TAG MAIN EVENT! MUSICAL GUESTS! ALL PROCEEDS GO TO COMBAT ANTI-HOMELESS VIOLENCE BY THE STATE! As we're heading closer to Free The People, this edition of GWS Warfare will be special for different reasons than the January one, with Chat Pile coming in as musical entertainment and a big charity fund taking place! But the in-ring action isn't an afterthought- the next big title matches will be revealed and the matches we get will be tantalizing and unpredictable! Match Card Kosmo Supreme & Realm vs The Wolverines Samson Domoina vs Shannon Sorensen Ciclope & The Wild Things vs Ray Lisbon & Sons of Ragnarr The Hammer Bros vs Devon Homicide & Sam Bailey Mark Gunn vs Cole Younger Leonardo Di Fiore & Yusef Miller vs Trent Brooke & Redd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Markw Posted January 15, 2023 Share Posted January 15, 2023 (edited) Kosmo Supreme & Realm vs The Wolverines Samson Domoina vs Shannon Sorensen Ciclope & The Wild Things vs Ray Lisbon & Sons of Ragnarr The Hammer Bros vs Devon Homicide & Sam Bailey Mark Gunn vs Cole Younger Leonardo Di Fiore & Yusef Miller vs Trent Brooke & Redd Edited January 15, 2023 by Markw 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QFresh Posted January 15, 2023 Share Posted January 15, 2023 Kosmo Supreme & Realm vs The Wolverines Samson Domoina vs Shannon Sorensen Ciclope & The Wild Things vs Ray Lisbon & Sons of Ragnarr The Hammer Bros vs Devon Homicide & Sam Bailey Mark Gunn vs Cole Younger Leonardo Di Fiore & Yusef Miller vs Trent Brooke & Redd 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TLLK Posted January 15, 2023 Share Posted January 15, 2023 Chat Pile reference, I’m sold 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dalton Posted January 16, 2023 Share Posted January 16, 2023 Kosmo Supreme & Realm vs The Wolverines Samson Domoina vs Shannon Sorensen Ciclope & The Wild Things vs Ray Lisbon & Sons of Ragnarr The Hammer Bros vs Devon Homicide & Sam Bailey Mark Gunn vs Cole Younger Leonardo Di Fiore & Yusef Miller vs Trent Brooke & Redd 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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