(Copyright information flashes on the screen we go into a highlight video of Survival of the Fittest matches of the past, then highlighting the Elimination chamber. We go into an introduction screen welcoming us to Survival of the Fittest 2025. Pyrotechnics blasts on the stage, the lights turn on as the camera gets a few shots of the crowd, then it zooms out to display the location information, we get one more shot of the crowd as the commentators speak.)
JR-It’s one of the more unique shows of the year, the EMF presents the 2025 edition of Survival of the Fittest. Hello and welcome I’m good ol’ JR, Jim Ross. I’m joined by Jerry “the King” Lawler, and Kris “KG” Gaffney.
King-There are many big matches, but none bigger than the elimination chamber.
Kris Gaffney-It’s a dangerous match, and it’ll test all involved.
JR-Let’s get started with the first match of the night.
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The arena lights flicker and then cut out, plunging the crowd into darkness. A deep, rumbling bass echoes throughout the arena as "I Am Colossus" by Meshuggah begins to play. Thick, ominous smoke begins to billow from the stage, covering the ramp in a dense fog that swirls menacingly. Dark, crimson lights start to pulse in sync with the slow, crushing beats of the music, casting eerie shadows across the arena. Suddenly, a series of sharp, thunderous booms erupt, sending shocks of fire across the stage, creating a wall of flames that parts to reveal the silhouette of a giant figure. The smoke parts as Malek Voss, towering at 7'2" and 500 pounds, steps through the flames, his form barely visible through the heavy mist. The crowd murmurs in awe as Malek slowly begins his deliberate march toward the ring, his eyes locked ahead with cold, unwavering focus. Each of his footsteps seems to shake the very ground beneath him as the smoke follows his path. The crimson lights continue to pulse, casting him in and out of shadow, emphasizing his monstrous presence. Behind him, the fire burns brighter, leaving a trail of embers in his wake. Malek reaches the base of the ramp and pauses for a moment, taking in the energy of the arena, his expression stoic and unreadable. He places one massive hand on the apron, pulling himself up with ease, his eyes never leaving the ring. With a simple, yet intimidating motion, Malek steps over the top rope, entering the ring as the crimson lights swirl around him. Once inside, he slowly raises one arm to the sky, and as he does, a violent explosion of fireworks bursts from the turnbuckles, bathing the ring in a fiery glow.
EMF Ring Announcer: "Standing at 7 feet 2 inches tall, weighing in at 500 pounds… from the depths of destruction itself... The Mad Titan, Malek Voss!"
[The lights return to their dim, crimson hue as Malek strides toward the center of the ring, his massive frame illuminated by the glowing red light. He stands tall, motionless, exuding power and menace, his eyes scanning the crowd as the arena settles into an eerie silence. The music fades, but the oppressive aura of Malek Voss lingers as he waits for his opponent, like a predator stalking his prey.
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The arena lights dim as the first beats of "Lie, Cheat, Steal" by CFO$ echo through the speakers. Golden spotlights begin to flicker across the stage, and the screen above the entrance flashes the words "NO GOOD" in bold letters. The crowd starts to react as Vince "No Good" Navarro steps out from behind the curtain, a sly smirk on his face. He’s dressed in his sleek ring gear, adjusting his sunglasses as he pauses at the top of the ramp, arrogantly soaking in the crowd’s reaction. Vince walks down the ramp with exaggerated swagger, pointing to his chest and mouthing to the crowd, “The Bad Boy’s here!” As he struts forward, the golden lights continue flashing in rhythm with the music, highlighting his every step. Vince taunts fans along the way, blowing kisses to a few and brushing off the boos with a cocky laugh.
EMF Ring Announcer: "Making his way to the ring, from the Streets of Sin City, weighing in at 205 pounds, he is the 'No Good,' 'Dirty' Vince Navarro!"
Vince reaches the apron and dramatically wipes his feet on it before stepping into the ring, taking his time as he climbs through the ropes. Once inside, he walks to the center of the ring and spreads his arms wide, showing off to the crowd, as if basking in invisible applause. He then walks over to the ropes, standing on the middle rope and raising his hand to his ear as if daring the fans to boo louder.
JR-This is the night the Amigos have been waiting for.
King-They have focused becoming the tag team champions again.
Kris Gaffney-However it’s not going to be easy.
(“Game on” blasts on the PA system. Tony Ikeda walks out on the stage, and he steps inside of the ring.)
Suddenly, the powerful tones of “Twilight of the Thunder God” by Amon Arnath engulfed the arena. Lights went pitch black for a moment, and when they return, they danced in a patriotic sequence of Red, White, and Blue while sparks rained down from the ceiling. The camera panned around quickly, searching for the source of the entrance, finally setting halfway up the stands in the crowd. There stood Jackson Gunner, surrounded by a sea of ecstatic fans. The crowd’s roars intensified as he tore off his tank top, throwing it to a lucky audience member. In a gesture of sheer energy, he beat his chest and threw his hands into the air, forming an X, signaling his readiness for battle as his Championship drapes over his shoulder.)
Announcer: Ladies and Gentleman! Making his way through the crowd, hailing from Honolulu, Hawaii, standing at 6’4” and weighing in at 250 pounds… he is the reigning EMF World Champion, “THE SMILING WARRIOR” JACKSON “KOA KOA” GUNNER!
JR-Tony Ikeda and Jackson Gunner combination of experience and talent are going to be hard to defeat.
King-That’s because Tony is old.
Kris Gaffney-HA!
JR-Jackson Gunner and Tony Ikeda experience and skill are also going to be on their side.
King-Let’s not forget that elimination doesn’t put you out of the match, both tag team partners need to be put through a tables with offensive moves to win.
Kris Gaffney-That feels…foreshadowing…
[Jackson Gunner and Malek Voss step in the middle of the irng as their partners brawl on the outside of the ring. Jackson Gunner ducks under a wild fist to the face by Malek Voss. Jackson Gunner ducks under, and he pushes him towards the ropes, and he ducks under a clothesline, but Jackson Gunner goes for a german suplex, but it’s countered with a back elbow by Malek Voss, and Jackson Gunner falls backwards. Malek Voss runs towards Jackson Gunner, and Jackson Gunner counters with a drop toe hold, and this sends Malek Voss throat first into the top rope,a nd he stumbles backwards, and Jackson Gunner connects with a german suplex. Jackson Gunner gets ready, and he connects with a double arm DDT. Jackson Gunner makes the tag to Tony Ikeda. Tony Ikeda waits for Malek Voss to get up to his feet, and once he gets up to his feet, he connects with a cutter on Malek Voss. Tony Ikeda goes to the outside and he gets a table and he sets it up.]
JR-The current tag team champions are taking it to the former tag team champions.
King-However we know that you can’t count the Amigos out.
Kris Gaffney-That’s definitely been seen in the past.
[Tony Ikeda waits for Malek Voss to get up to his feet, and once he gets up to his feet Tony Ikeda goes for a the full nelson suplex through the table, but Malek Voss is able to elbow out of it. He picks up Tony Ikeda, and he connects with a side walk slam on Tony Ikeda. Vince Navarro steps in for the fight on Tony Ikeda he connects with a few fists to the face of Tony Ikeda, and he tries to whip him to the ropes, but it’s reversed by Tony Ikeda. Vince Navarro bounces off of the ropes, and he connects with a flying clothesline he waits for Tony Ikeda to get up to his feet, and Vince Navarro gets up to his feet, and once he gets up to his feet Vince Navarro kicks him in the gut, and he connects with one vertical suplex, spins up and connects with another suplex, spins up and he connects with another suplex to complete the the Amigos forever!! Vince Navarro goes into puts Tony Ikeda on the table, and he goes to the outside and he climbs up to the top rope!!]
JR-Tony Ikeda made a mistake, and the match have shifted.
King-It can be that easy.
[Tony Ikeda gets up, and he throws Vince Navarro off, and he crashes into the table VINCE NAVARRO IS ELIMINATED!! Malek Voss throws Tony Ikeda out of the ring. Jackson Gunner attacks Voss. Jackson Gunner gets ready as Malek Voss is stunned, Jackson Gunner goes for a spear, but Malek Voss kicks Jackson Gunner, and he grabs him around the throat, and he lifts him up, and he drops him with a chokeslam through a table!! JACKSON GUNNER IS ELIMINATED. Vince Navarrow throws Tony into the ring. Voss is about to focus on Tony, but he see’s Jackson Gunner getting up, Voss picks up Gunner, but Gunner counters with a jaw breaker. This makes Voss fall on the table. Tony Ikeda connects with a splash on Voss through the table. MALEK VOSS IS ELIMINATED!! GUNNER AND TONY WIN!!]
JR-Because being eliminated doesn’t make you leave the match Voss focused on Gunner, and it cost them.
(“I am greatness” blasts on the PA system. Roman Reigns walks out on the stage, and he poses on the stage. He walks down to the ring, and he steps inside of the ring.)
JR-The Cyclone has potential , but the OTC is potential realized.
King-Or potential for making Roman look strong.
Kris Gaffney-Always need to consider that.
Cyclone enters with high energy and intensity: jumping, yelling into the crowd, sprinting down the ramp and sliding smoothly into the ring before clapping intensely and pointing at his opponent, often times having to be held back by an official not to start the action before the bell rings.
JR-The amount of experience the Grand Wizard brings can’t be understated.
King-That much is true, and when he has the talent he has to work with it just makes this team more dangerous.
[Roman Reigns and Joe Lamont stand in the ring, they stare down. Roman Reigns ducks under a wild fist to the face, and Roman Reigns runs towards the ropes, and he bounces off of the orpes. He jumps in the air, and he connects with a jumping clothesline that knocks down Joe Lamont. Joe Lamont gets up to his feet, and he falls back into the corner, and Roman Reigns does a combo of clotheslines in the corner, and he brings out Joe Lamont, and he whips him to the ropes, and he connects with a spinning spine buster on Joe Lamont. Roman Reigns goes into the corner, and he motions for Joe Lamont is slow to get up to his feet, and once he gets up to his feet. Roman Reigns runs out of the corner, and he connects with a super man punch. Roman Regins goes into the cover on Joe Lamont. The ref goes into position to make the count. The ref counts 1…………2……KICK OUT by Joe Lamont!!]
JR-Joe Lamont was able to kick out.
King-That doesn’t make Roman look strong.
Kris Gaffney-Unless it’s for some more dramatic win later…
[Roman Reigns wants for Joe Lamont to get up to his feet, and he goes for a spear, but it’s countered by Joe Lamont who kicks Roman Reigns in the face. Joe Lamont connects with a disaster on Roman Reigns he goes to the outside of the ring he connects with the winds change. Joe Lamont goes into the cover on Roman Reigns, the ref goes into position to make the count. The ref counts 1………..2……..KICK OUT by Roman Reigns.]
JR-Roman Reigns kicks out!
King-Joe Lamont is looking to continue the attack.
[Joe Lamont picks up Roman Reigns, and he lifts him up, Roman Reigns lands behind him. Roman runs towards the ropes, and he bounces off of the ropes. Roman Reigns connects with a spear! Roman Reigns goes into the cover on Joe Lamont. Roman Reigns goes into the cover on Joe Lamont. The ref goes into position to make the count. The ref counts 1…………2………3!!]
JR-Roman Reigns gets the victory.
(Animal sounds echo the arena when the lights go black. The lights turn on green and an image of a giant alligator moves up the ramp, when it gets to the top it bites down, fireworks shoot from the sage and from up in the rafters comes sliding Aari Maxwell comes sliding down. Once close enough he unclips himself, lands in the ring, rolls, jumps up ontop of the ring post and shouts "CRIKEY!" To the fans with his arms out. He jumps, springs off of the rope and does a backflip landing on his feet. Aari "The Zoo Keeper, slides into his corner, bends down wrapping his arms around the ropes with his back on the post smiling as he waits for the match to begin.)
JR-Aari Maxwell is going to attack you with a ground and high flying game.
King-He has a lot of fight too.
Kris Gaffney-A very difficult to defeat combination.
(As the lights in the arena plunge into darkness, an eerie silence descends over the crowd. The faint sound of wind howling fills the air, sending shivers down spines. Suddenly, the opening notes of "Wolf Totem" by The HU (featuring Jacoby Shaddix) thunder through the speakers, primal and haunting. A blood-red light floods the entrance ramp, illuminating a swirling mist of smoke that creeps along the ground like tendrils of something alive.
The screen above the stage flickers to life, showing the silhouette of a massive wolf prowling through a dark forest. As the beat drops, bursts of flame erupt from the stage, casting wild shadows across the arena. Through the flames and smoke emerges Fenrir Kaine, "The Demonic Werewolf." His imposing frame is silhouetted against the fiery backdrop, his head lowered, and his crimson eyes glinting beneath his hooded brow.
Ring Announcer: Now making his way to the ring! Fighting out of the Shadows of the Abyss! Weighing in at two hundred and ninety-five pounds and standing six feet and four inches tall! He is "The Demonic Werewolf" FENRIR KAINE!
Fenrir’s presence is palpable, an aura of raw, predatory menace that freezes the audience in place. As he begins his slow, deliberate march down the ramp, the flames on stage ignite once more, illuminating his every step. The red lights follow him like a spotlight, casting a sinister glow over his powerful frame. The mist clings to his boots as if the darkness itself refuses to let him go.
He reaches the ring steps and pauses, turning his gaze to the crowd. Their boos and jeers are drowned by the pulsating rhythm of his theme song, yet Fenrir remains unfazed. A low, guttural growl escapes his lips as he climbs the steps and enters the ring.
Once inside, Fenrir moves to the center of the ring, his massive frame towering over the referee. He throws back his head and lets out a bone-chilling howl, synchronized with a final burst of flame erupting from the ring posts. The lights flicker back to full brightness, but the chilling aura lingers as Fenrir Kaine removes his hood and glares out at the crowd with predatory intent.
He moves to his corner, leaning against the turnbuckle like a wolf surveying its prey, waiting for the match to begin. The arena buzzes with tension, every eye fixed on the terrifying force that is Fenrir Kaine.)
JR-Fenrir Kaine can move well for a big man, but comes at you with power.
Kris Gaffney-Powahhhhhh
King-Claire Cena gave a thumbs up to that strategy.
[Aari Maxwell and Fenrir Kaine pace around the ring, and Aari Maxwell is able to duck under a big boot, and he jumps on the second rope, and he goes for a spring board cutter but it’s blocked Aari Maxwell gets pushed to the ropes, and he bounces off of the ropes. Fenrir Kaine connects with a spinning heel kick to the face that knocks down Aari Maxwell. Aari Maxwell is slow to get up to his feet, and once he gets up to his feet. Aari Maxwell goes into the corner, and Fenrir Kaine connects with a hip attack. Aari Maxwell stumbles out of the corner, and Aari falls out of the ropes, Aari Maxwell tries to get back into the ring, but Fenrir Kaine connects with a kick to the face. Aari Maxwell falls on the middle rope. Fenrir Kaine hooks him, and he connects with a rope-hang spike DDT. Fenrir Kaine goes into the cover on Aari Maxwell, the ref goes into position to make the count. The ref counts 1……….2……KICK OUT by Aari Maxwell.]
JR-Aari Maxwell was able to kick out!!
King-Aari Maxwell is tough.
Kris Gaffney-Tough or not, he’s going to have to figure out how to turn the match around.
[Aari Maxwell is slow to get up to his feet, and once he gets up to his feet. Aari Maxwell gets picked up, and Aari Maxwell slides out of the back. Aari Maxwell pushes Fenrir Kaine gets pushed to the ropes, and he bounces off of the ropes. Aari Maxwell connects with a standing drop kick that stumbles Fenrir Kaine. Fenrir Kaine goes for a fist to the face, and Aari Maxwell ducks under, and he connects with a jaw breaker. This stumbles around Fenrir Kaine. Aari Maxwell spring boards off of the second rope, and he connects with a spring board cutter. Aari Maxwell pushes Fenrir Kaine on to his back, and the ref goes into position to make the count. The ref counts 1………..2………KICK OUT by Fenrir Kaine!!]
JR-Fenrir Kaine was able to kick out.
King-So far this has been a clean wrestling match for a hardcore match.
Kris Gaffney-That can change however…
[Kaine is slow to get up to his feet, once he gets up to his feet Fenrir Kaine rips the turnbuckle cover off of the turnbuckle sheidling it with his body. Aari Maxwell goes for a splash, but at the last moment Fenrir Kaine moves out of the way Aari Maxwell hits the steel, Aari Maxwell stumbles backwards. Fenrir Kaine lifts up Aari Maxwell, and he drops him with a Eclipse driver on Aari Maxwell. Fenrir Kaine goes into the cover on Aari Maxwell, the ref goes into position to make the count. The ref counts 1…………2………….3!!]
JR-Aari Maxwell tried to take advantage, but instead Fenrir Kaine took advantage of the Extreme rules.
King-Extremely…smart!
The arena dims—clean and sharp. No theatrics. Just focus. Then—
“Return of the Mac” hits with that unmistakable groove.
The bass kicks in. The crowd pops.
They know what time it is.
Little Mac steps through the curtain.
He’s wearing a sleeveless hoodie—unzipped, hood down—his hands wrapped tight in black tape, knuckles calloused and exposed.
He’s bouncing on the balls of his feet, shadowboxing lightly, eyes sharp, focused. He’s not playing to the crowd—he’s staying loose, staying ready.
Behind him, cool and steady, is Doc Louis, gum in his mouth, towel over one shoulder, nodding like he’s seen this win already.
Mac moves with confidence. Controlled swagger.
Taps his fists together as he walks.
No flash. No posturing. Just presence.
The strobe lights hit light gold and white as the beat pulses, but never overwhelm—because Mac’s energy doesn’t need dressing up.
The fans reach out—he slaps a few hands, nods to others, but he never stops moving. His rhythm is the beat of the ring.
He slides into the ring clean and low, pops up in one fluid motion, and immediately circles the ropes once—keeping his hands moving.
A short jab. A sidestep.
Always working. Always tuned in.
JR-The prize fighter is looking to get gold.
King-Then he can have another run to the statue of liberty!
Kris Gaffney-Always a good motivator…well it is when you’re a competitive athlete with a competitive spark.
JR-The champion however is not going to be easily defeated.
King-Jackson Gunner knows this will be a difficult challenge however.
[Little Mac and Jackson Gunner pace around the ring, they lock up, and Jackson Gunner takes down Little Mac with an arm drag release that sends him flying across the ring, and he gets up to his feet. Jackson Gunner ducks under a wild fist to the face. Jackson Gunner ducks under, and he sets him up, and he connects with a belly to back suplex that puts down Jackson Gunner, and once he gets up to his feet. Little Mac is slow to get up to his feet. Once he gets up to his feet. Jackson Gunner connects with a fist to the face, and follows it up with another that makes Little Mac fall back to the ropes, and he attempts to whip Little Mac to the ropes, but Little Mac is able to reverse the whip. Jackson Gunner bounces off. Little Mac lowers his head, and Jackson Gunner connects with a running DDT into the mat. Jackson Gunner pushes Little Mac on to his back. Jackson Gunner goes into the cover on Little Mac. The ref goes into position to make the count. The ref counts 1…………….2……..KICK OUT by Little Mac.]
JR-The TV champion is starting out quick.
King-Little Mac is not backing down.
Kris Gaffney-Guess like fight against Mike Tyson, you got to wear him down.
[Jackson Gunner waits for Little Mac to get up to his feet, and once he gets up to his feet. Jackson Gunner lifts up Little Mac, and he sets him up. Jackson Gunner gets hit with a few back elbows to the side of the head. Little Mac slides out of the back, and Jackson Gunner turns around, Little Mac connects with a few shots to the ribs. Little Mac ducks under a wild fist to the face, and Little Mac runs towards the ropes, and he connects with a flying shoulder block. Jackson Gunner waits for Little Mac to get up to his feet, Little Mac connects with a liver punch. Little Mac runs towards the ropes, and he connects with a running knee to the face. Little Mac connects with a reverse neck breaker. Jackson Gunner drops Little Mac with a reverse neck breaker. Little Mac gets ready as he waits for Jackson Gunner to get up to his feet.]
JR-It looks like Little Mac is on the attack.
King-HA!
Kris Gaffney-That’s because it rhymes…
[Jackson Gunner gets up to his feet, and Little Mac goes for the KO Punch, but Jackson ducks under, and he lifts up Little Mac and he connects with a Burning Samaon!! Jackson Gunner goes into the cover on Little Mac. The ref goes into position to make the count. The ref counts 1………….2………..3!!]
JR-Little Mac went for the kill, but it left open a chance for Jackson Gunner and he took it.
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The arena lights dim, and the opening beats of NSYNC's "Bye Bye Bye" blast through the speakers. As soon as the first note hits, bright spotlights flash in sync with the music, and a thick cloud of smoke rises from the stage. The crowd immediately erupts in a mix of cheers and laughter, knowing they’re in for something special. As the beat drops, multicolored fireworks explode around the stage, and through the smoke, Patrick Payne bursts out, dancing his way onto the stage like he’s straight out of a 90s boy band video. Patrick starts hitting the iconic "Bye Bye Bye" choreography, exaggerated and dripping with his own flavor. He smirks at the camera, pointing at random fans in the crowd, and moving with the beat like he’s starring in his own music video. He stops midway down the ramp, faking a pause, and then launches back into the dance, arms waving and hips moving as the crowd sings along to the chorus.
EMF Ring Announcer: From wherever he damn well pleases, standing 6 feet 1 inch tall, weighing in at 210 pounds he is the unpredictable, the unstoppable, Patrick ˜The PP Express Payne!!!
As the music continues, the lights flash in rhythm, and Patrick slides into the spotlight, twirling and dipping to the beat. Nearing the ring, he stops for a second, tilts his head toward the camera, and breaks into a final burst of the dance, fully embracing the ridiculousness of it all. Without breaking his flow, he leaps over the top rope with a fluid, acrobatic jump, landing in a perfect roll before bouncing right back into the Bye Bye Bye dance inside the ring. Patrick moves effortlessly, finishing his routine by running up the turnbuckle, arms wide, and executing a picture-perfect backflip off the top rope. As his feet hit the mat, he drops into a flawless superhero landing, kneeling down, one fist on the ground, with a cocky grin stretched across his face. He rises slowly, arms outstretched, soaking in the crowd’s reaction, while the music fades and the lights settle back to normal. The camera zooms in as Patrick winks at the audience, mouthing, "You’re welcome!" before leaning casually against the ropes, waiting for his match to begin.
JR-This match is an elimination match.
King-There probably won’t be a lot of pin break ups.
Kris Gaffney-Makes sense….you might wish for it if you’re the one being pinned though.
The arena is bathed in darkness.
A deep, guttural whispering slithers through the sound system—indecipherable, eerie, and inhuman, as if a thousand damned souls are muttering their final prayers. The air in the arena feels heavy, suffocating, like the presence of something unholy has seeped into reality itself.
Then, the first haunting notes of "Lucifer" by Behemoth rumble through the speakers, low and ominous, like a funeral hymn for the apocalypse. A single, blood-red spotlight flickers onto the stage, revealing a towering, cloaked figure standing in the center—motionless, head lowered, as if awaiting a divine command.
Smoke pours from the ground, swallowing the entrance ramp in thick, swirling shadows. Suddenly—
FOUR PILLARS OF FLAME ERUPT from the stage, casting monstrous shadows across the walls. A deep, droning bell tolls through the arena, and the cloaked figure finally moves.
Samael Dredd slowly lifts his head, revealing his face beneath the hood—painted in cracked, corpse-like war paint, his abyssal eyes devoid of humanity. The red glow from the flames illuminates him like a demon conjured from hell itself.
Ring Announcer:
"Making his way to the ring… from the Void Between Realms… weighing in at 305 pounds… he is The Harbinger of Despair… The Reaper Prophet… The Plagueborn… SAMAEL DREDD!"
The sound of distant, ritualistic chanting grows louder, creeping under the music like a blasphemous sermon. Samael slowly begins his march down the ramp, his long black trench coat flowing behind him like death’s shroud.
As he reaches the ring, flames ignite along the sides of the ramp, flickering and twisting as if alive. The crowd murmurs, some taking a step back as if an unseen force is pressing against them.
Samael stops at the base of the ring, his head tilting slightly as he gazes into the audience, his expression unreadable—empty, void of empathy, only inevitability. He slowly places a hand on the apron, and as he does—
A FINAL SURGE OF FIRE BLASTS FROM THE RING POSTS.
He climbs the steps methodically, wiping his feet on the apron as if cleansing himself before stepping into his unholy altar. Once inside, he kneels in the center of the ring, head bowed, hands outstretched as if praying to an unseen force.
Then—without warning—he snaps his head back and lets out a guttural, echoing breath, his body shaking as if possessed. The lights flicker violently, and then—
DARKNESS.
For a few seconds, there is nothing. Silence. Stillness.
Then, the lights return, and Samael Dredd is standing in the corner, unmoving, his eyes locked on his opponent.
He does not speak. He does not react. He simply waits.
For the suffering to begin.
JR-Samael Dredd is the former IC champion.
King-Despite not being champion, he still has champions advantage as he’ll has to be beaten to lose the chance to be champion.
Kris Gaffney-Well that’s something if you can’t have the actual belt.
[The arena dims, setting the stage for a dramatic entrance. The opening notes of "KICK BACK" by Kenshi Yonezu fill the space, its energetic and upbeat rhythm instantly gripping the audience. The titantron comes alive with vibrant animations reminiscent of action-packed anime sequences.]
Announcer: "Making his way
to the ring, from London, England, weighing in at 275 pounds, he is 'The Samurai Otaku'... Mansa Carthage!"
[As the music swells, the lights pulse in sync with the beat, casting bright, dynamic colors across the stage. Mansa Carthage bursts onto the scene with an exuberant energy, wearing a fusion of samurai-inspired attire and modern streetwear, complete with symbolic touches from his favorite animes.]
[Mansa moves with a playful yet confident swagger, embodying the larger-than-life characters he admires. He performs exaggerated, anime-style poses and martial arts moves, engaging the crowd and drawing them into his world of fantasy and excitement.]
[As he makes his way down the ramp, the titantron displays iconic scenes from various animes, interspersed with clips of Mansa's own in-ring highlights, showcasing his agility and strength.]
[Upon reaching the ring, Mansa leaps onto the apron with a flourish, pausing to strike a dramatic samurai pose, complete with a mock sword drawing gesture. He then flips over the top rope with acrobatic ease, landing in a superhero landing pose that sends the crowd into a frenzy.]
[With the music reaching its climax, Mansa bounds to each corner of the ring, energetically engaging with the fans, showing off his charismatic and playful side. He then centers himself, closing his eyes for a moment as if channeling the spirit of both anime heroes and samurai warriors, preparing himself mentally and physically for the battle ahead.]
[As the song fades, Mansa opens his eyes, poses, and now focused and ready, his playful demeanor giving way to the serious, disciplined side of a warrior ready for combat.]
JR-Mansa Carthage however has been proven as a very dangerous champion.
King-However this is a different sort of a match, we’ll see how he does
[Patrick Payne, Samael Dredd, and Mansa Carthage stand opposite sides of the ring, each wresler looking to make the first move. Patrick Payne goes after the champion, but Mansa Carthage connects with a knee lift, and he throws him into Samael Dredd who falls out of the ring, and Mansa Carthage grabs Patrick Payne around the throat, and he lifts him up, but Patrick Payne out of no where connects with a DDT. Patrick Payne see’s Mansa Carthage try to get up to his feet, and hits a quick whiplash DDT from his knee’s. but Mansa Carthage is trying to still get up to his feet. Patrick Payne runs towards the ropes, and he connects with a one handed face crusher. Feeling momentum Patrick Payne goes to the outside of the ring, and he climbs up to the top rope. Patrick Payne measures up, and he jumps off of the top rope, and he connects with a flight risk. Patrick Payne goes into the cover on Mansa Carthage. The ref goes into position to make the count. The ref counts 1…….2..Mansa Cathage is able to kick out. Samael Dredd grabs Patrick Payne’s leg, and he pulls him out of the ring.]
JR-I’m not certain Patrick would have won there, but he certainly had to try.
King-He shocked Mansa with a few big moves, and if you see an opening you got to go for it.
Kris Gaffney-I think he’s going to pay for it though…
[Samael Dredd grabs Patrick Payne and he throws him hard into the steel steps, and he hits hard. Samael Dredd picks up Patrick Payne, and Samael Dredd runs towards the nearest ring post, and he drives Patrick Payne’s back into the ring post. Patrick Payne is in a lot of pain. Samael Dredd throws Patrick Payne on the apron, and Samael Dredd brings Patrick Payne over the top rope, and he connects with the Doom Slayers Curse. Samael Dredd connects with a few stomps on the downed Patrick Payne. Samael Dredd see’s that Mansa Carthage is trying to recover, but Samael Dredd throws Mansa out of the ring crashing to the outside of the ring. Samael Dredd turns towards Patrick Payne who is slow to get up to his feet, and once he gets up to his feet. Samael Dredd lifts him up, and he connects with a Last Rites on Patrick Payne. From there Samael Dredd goes into the cover on Patrick Payne. The ref goes into position to make the count, the ref counts 1………….2………..KICK OUT by Patrick Payne!!]
JR-Patrick Payne was able to kick out!
King-The PP Express still going.
Kris Gaffney-I guess for now.
[Samael Dredd lifts up Patrick Payne and he connects with a Judgment End on Patrick Payne. Patrick Payne seems out of it. Samael Dredd goes into the cover on Patrick Payne. The ref counts 1………….2…………3!! PATRICK PAYNE IS ELIMINATED!! Samael Dredd out of no where is hit with a superman punch that knocks him down to the mat. Mansa Carthage waits for Samael Dredd who is getting up near the ropes, and Mansa Carthage connects with a clothesline over the top rope. Samael Dredd crashes to the outside of the ring, and Mansa Carthage rolls out of the ring, and he grabs Samael Dredd, and he connects with a choke slam on the outside of the ring. Mansa Carthage goes over to the announcers desk, and he clears it off, and he grabs Samael Dredd, and he throws him on it.]
JR-It seems that Mansa Carthage has some bad plans for Samael Dredd.
King-He’s probably not looking forward to it.
Kris Gaffney-In fact…you could say…he’s Dredding it.
King-HA!
[Standing on the table, Mansa Carthage drives Samael Dredd into the table with a Dragon’s Descend!! Mansa Carthage has Dredd into a pinning combination. The ref goes into position to make the count. The ref counts 1………2………3!! SAMAEL DREDD IS ELIMINATED, AND MANSA CARTHAGE WINS THIS MATCH]
JR-Mansa Carthage is able to defend his championship!
("Angel On My Shoulder" plays over the PA System and the group known as The Beautiful People make their way out onto the ramp, lead by their seemingly new leader Tiffany Stratton.)
JR: This group have issues with the Queen and Princess of Antarctica, and they made that known during a recent trip to the country.
King: And they've since recruited Tiffany Stratton, who seems to make them a much bigger threat.
Eddie Stratus: My wife isn't scared of Miss Stratton.... it's her who will be dealing out the Stratusfaction soon enough!
("Girls Just Wanna Have Fun" by Miley Cyrus plays next as Laura Cena makes her way out with her Money in the Bank briefcase, and she is joined by her team- Catherine Stratus (formerly Catherine Walker), Kimberly Walker, and the Queens Guard- Charlotte Crawford and Lyra Valkyria).
JR: This is the debut for Lyra, her and Charlotte will be tasked with protecting their queen.
King: And the Princess, surely?
Eddie: She doesn't need protecting!
(Both teams assemble around the ring and decide who is going to start out. Lyra Valkyria starts out for her team and Lana starts for hers. The bell rings and they run at eachother. Lana hits a quick clothesline, sending Lyra down, and then as Lyra stumbles up, Lana scores with a kick to the head. Lana blows a kiss to Catherine Walker and Lyra gets up and then whips Lyra into the ropes. Lyra bounces off the ropes and as she comes back, she connects with a leg lariat, taking Lana by surprise and knocking her to the mat. Lyra picks Lana up and plants her back down with a Fisherman buster into a cover for 1..... kick out by Lana. Lyra whips Lana into the turnbuckle and then heads over there and makes a tag to her Queen's Guard partner, Charlotte Crawford. Charlotte comes in and lifts Lana up to the top rope. She positions Lana and then drills her down to the mat with a superplex. Lyra stole a tag back while Charlotte was doing this and as Charlotte rolls away in pain, Lyra leaps off the top rope with a Frog Splash! She hooks the leg for 1....... 2....... Kelly Kelly breaks up the pin. Suddenly Taryn Terrell and Stacy Hancock are in the ring too and all of them stomp away on Lyra before Laura Cena, Catherine Walker and Kimberly all climb into the ring too and everyone starts throwing fists. The referee struggles to regain control and ends up pulling Catherine Walker away from the carnage. As the referee is distracted by this, Kelly Kelly sprays something into Laura Cena's eyes and as Laura stumbles, plants her down with the K2! Laura rolls out of the ring and Taryn Terrell grabs Kimberly Walker, who is taking it to Stacy Hancock, and dumps her out of the ring. In the chaos nobody noticed Tiffany Stratton climb into the ring. Lyra picks Lana up and positions her for the Nightwing but Tiffany pulls her away, spins her round and picks her up before planting her down with the rolling Fireman's carry slam. Tiffany rolls out of the ring as Lana applies the accolade to Lyra! Lyra struggles and tries to crawl her way to the bottom rope, but as she gets close, Stacy Hancock pulls the rope away. Lyra looks like she's going to have to tap, but eventually she tries to climb to her feet. She makes it to her feet and Lana breaks the hold, dropping down behind her. Lana spins her around but Lyra takes her down with a running clothesline. As Lana stumbles up, Lyra positons her and drills her down with the Nightwing! Unfortunately, too much has been taken out of her by the submission and she can't make the cover. Stacy Hancock tries to climb into the ring but the referee stops her. While he's distracted though, Taryn Terrell sneaks in on the other side and plants Lyra down with the TNT! She then drags Lana towards the corner where she's able to steal a tag to Tiffany Stratton. Tiffany vaults to the top rope and connects with the Prettiest Moonsault Ever! Tiffany covers Lyra for 1..... 2...... 3!)
JR: Lyra Valkyria had Lana put away several times, but the numbers game was too much in the end.
King: I have it on good authority that Lana is too pretty to lose.
Eddie: I've heard that's true.... not sure where though.
(Tiffany mocks Laura's team, and Laura herself climbs into the ring and makes a beeline for her. Laura takes her down with a clothesline and as she gets up she hits a second clothesline and then a third. Laura taunts the crowd and then clenches her fist. Tiffany stumbles towards her and Laura punches her hard in the breast, taking her down. Laura taunts and then delivers the 5 knuckle shuffle to Tiffany Stratton! Tiffany stumbles up and Laura scoops her up, looking for the Royally Screwed, but Tiffany escapes out the back, spins Laura around and plants her with a DDT. She goes over and makes the tag to Kelly Kelly. Kelly picks Laura up but Laura grabs her and plants her down with the Clean Sweep! Laura goes across and makes the tag to Kimberly Walker. Kimberly comes in and hammers away on Kelly. Kelly rolls out of the way eventually and climbs up to her feet, only for Kimberly to hit a kick to the midsection and plant her down with the Replaced by Zendaya! Kimberly hooks the leg for 1..... 2..... kick out! Kimberly heads over to make the tag to her sister, but Catherine is pulled off the apron by Taryn Terrell. Kimberly starts shouting at Taryn which lets Kelly recover and roll her up for 1..... 2...... Kimberly reverses the pin for 1..... 2..... kick out by Kelly! Taryn slides a steel chair to Kelly. The referee goes over to intercept it and while he's distracted, Tiffany Stratton slides back into the ring and cracks Kimberly in the ribs with a kendo stick. Suddenly Laura Cena and Charlotte Crawford are in the ring and then so too at the rest of the Beautiful People and once again a brawl breaks out. In the chaos, Kelly positions Kimberly for the K2 Bulldog, but Kimberly is able to push her away. Kelly turns around and walks right into the Wade Stopper from Kimberly. Kimberly hooks the leg but there's still no referee as he is distracted by the brawl. Kimberly looks frustrated and goes over to try and get the referee's attention. While he's still distracted, Stacy Hancock runs at Kimberly with the chair from before, but Kimberly sees her coming and hits another Wade Stopper! She picks up the chair herself just as Tiffany Stratton comes up behind her, and Kimberly turns and instinctively hits Tiffany with the chair.... just as the referee turns around. He sees this and calls for a DQ.)
JR: The Beautiful People continue to use every trick in the book.... and when Kimberly retaliates, the referee spots it.
King: And now it's 5 against 3...
Eddie: This is getting ridiculous.
(The latest brawl has calmed down and Kelly Kelly goes over and makes a tag to Stacy Hancock while Charlotte Crawford comes in for her team. Stacy whips Charlotte across the ring but Charlotte grabs the ropes. Stacy runs at her and Charlotte takes her down with a clothesline. Stacy stumbles up and Charlotte positions her and nails a perfect Northern-Lights Suplex into a bridge for 1...... 2..... kick out! Charlotte goes for a second suplex but this time Stacy lands on her feet. Stacy Irish whips Charlotte into the corner. She goes across and starts using her long leg to choke Charlotte in the corner. What she doesn't notice is Laura Cena stealing a bling tag from her sister. Laura spins Stacy around, hoists her up and plants her down with the Royally Screwed! Laura hooks the leg for 1..... 2...... 3! Stacy is eliminated just like that. Taryn Terrell jumps into the ring and Laura runs at her and hits a huge SPEAR taking her down. Taryn stumbles up and Laura hoists her up, looking for another Royally Screwed, but then Stacy, who has already been eliminated, cracks Laura with the steel chair. Taryn lands on her feet and Laura is still up but Taryn plants her down with a TNT! Taryn looks like she wants to go for the pin, but Tiffany Stratton starts shouting out orders. Taryn Terrell looks like she doesn't want to go along with it, but eventually she picks Laura up and hurls her hard to the outside. When she lands, Stacy starts hammering away on her with the steel chair. Catherine and Charlotte both run over to make the save but get cut off by Lana and Tiffany Stratton and all 4 start trading blows. As this goes on, Stacy puts the chair around Laura's throat and then stamps on it. Laura is clearly struggling when the lights go out. As they come back on, Laura Cena is back in the ring, on her knees as Rachel Cena stands in front of her, daring the Beautiful People to get into the ring, but Tiffany Stratton orders them to stay back. Laura is able to crawl over and make the tag to Catherine. Laura then rolls to the outside and is clearly in pain, holding her throat. The lights go out again and when they come back on, Laura and Rachel have disappeared. The referee orders Stacy to leave and she does not look happy. Taryn Terrell who is still legal starts exchanging blows with Charlotte Crawford. Taryn gets the better of the exchange and hits a kick to the midsection and then a DDT on Charlotte. Charlotte stumbles up and Taryn goes for the TNT but Charlotte blocks it and dumps her down. Charlotte starts to head over to tag Catherine but gets hit with a chop block. Taryn goes over and makes the tag to Lana. Lana comes in and goes for the Accolade, but Charlotte powers up to her feet with Lana on her back and then drops her to the mat. Lana stumbles up and gets hit with a Northern-Lights Suplex for 1..... 2..... 3!)
JR: I don't think Laura Cena was ever eliminated.... but I'm not sure we'll see her back.
King: It's 3 against 2 now.
Eddie: I'm still backing my wife, if she ever gets into the match.
(Charlotte Crawford celebrates her pin. She turns around and walks right into a TNT from Taryn Terrell! Taryn goes over and makes a tag to Tiffany Stratton who vaults up to the top rope and connects with the Prettiest Moonsault Ever! She hooks the leg for 1..... 2..... 3! Catherine Walker is now all on her own against 3 opponents. She climbs into the ring and goes charging at Tiffany Stratton. She goes for a clothesline but Tiffany ducks underneath it and then takes Caterine down with a running clothesline of her own. Tiffany picks Catherine up and hits a quick scoop slam. She walks over Catherine and goes to climb to the top rope. But Catherine leaps to her feet, runs over and goes for quick suplex off the middle rope.... but Tiffany cartwheels on the landing and avoids the move. Catherine turns around and Kelly hits her from behind. She turns around and the distraction lets Tiffany roll her up for 1...... 2...... kick out by Catherine! Catherine goes for the SMS Super Kick, but Tiffany catches her foot, spins her around and then grabs a handful of Catherine's hair and uses that to dump her to the mat. Tiffany goes over and makes the tag to Kelly Kelly. Catherine stumbles up and Kelly positions her for the K2 Bulldog but Catherine sweeps her standing leg and takes Kelly down. Kelly leaps up but walks right into an SMS Super Kick. Kelly stumbles up and Catherine hoists her up looking for Princess Power.... but as she does Taryn Terrell gets into the ring and nails Catherine with a TNT! Kelly throws an arm over her and the referee counts 1...... 2....... KICK OUT!)
JR: Taryn Terrell was not legal there....
Eddie: This match is rigged.... they're using a freaking ladder for God sake...
King: Well... not yet... but they've tried everything else...
(Kelly and Taryn both look stunned and annoyed. Kelly picks Catherine up and hurls her hard into the turnbuckle where she falls into a seated position. Kelly hitches up her shorts and nails a Stink Face on Catherine Walker, but only for a moment before Catherine is able to kick her away. Kelly turns around and charges at Catherine but Catherine ducks under her clothesline attempt and then as Kelly turns again, Catherine hoists her up looking for Princess Power again. Taryn climbs into the ring again, but Catherine spins Kelly around so Kelly accidentally kicks Taryn and sends her flying. Catherine then connects with Princess Power! She drops into the cover for 1..... 2..... 3! Taryn Terrell is automatically legal due to being in the ring. She runs straight at Catherine and goes for another TNT, but Catherine dumps her to the mat. Taryn stumbles up right into an SMS Super Kick.... and then another.... and then a third which finally takes her off her feet. Catherine runs over and climbs to the top rope, measuring Taryn for the OMG... but suddenly Tiffany Stratton runs over and shoves Catherine off the top rope. She crashes hard to the mat and when she eventually stumbles up, she walks straight into another TNT! Taryn hooks the leg for 1...... 2.............. KICK OUT!)
JR: Catherine Stratus will not stay down!
King: That move put away Miss Jackie many times....
Eddie Stratus: Yea, but we know Catherine is better than her!
(Taryn gets up in the referee's face and start shouting at him. Catherine starts to climb to her feet as Tiffany Stratton tries to get Taryn to calm down and focus. Catherine gets behind Taryn and nails her with the Ice Breaker! Catherine climbs up to the top rope, away from Tiffany Stratton on the outside and leaps off hitting the OMG! She hooks the leg for 1....... 2....... KICK OUT by Taryn! It's Catherine's turn to look stunned. Taryn is clearly in a lot of pain and Catherine taunts the crowd, calling for another finisher. Taryn stumbles up and Catherine hoists her up, but Taryn rakes the eyes and drops down to the mat. She leaps up, looking for another TNT but Catherine catches her in the air and positions her and then drives her down with Princess Power! Catherine hooks the leg for 1...... 2....... 3!)
JR: Taryn Terrell showed she's still got it.... but she falls short.
King: Now we're down to the leader...
Eddie Stratus: Come on Catherine... just one more...
(Tiffany Stratton steps back into the ring, looking confident after the beating Catherine has taken. She lifts Catherine up and plants her down with a rolling fireman's slam. She stands over Catherine and then locks in a bridging leg lock. Catherine is struggling as Tiffany tightens the hold. Catherine tries to drag herself to the ropes and is eventually able to do so. She holds on tight and Tiffany refuses to break the hold, leading the ref to count 1..... 2..... 3..... 4.... finally she breaks the hold. Catherine is clearly in pain and holding her leg. Tiffany Stratton picks her up and plants her back down with a DDT. Tiffany walks over to the corner and climbs the turnbuckle, when suddenly Laura Cena appears at the top of the ramp. She's still holding her throat and looks hurt but she comes running down the ramp. She jumps onto the apron and throws a fist at Tiffany. Tiffany Stratton blocks it and hits Laura in the face, and then aims a shot at her throat. Laura falls to the outside. The distraction has allowed Catherine to pull herself up. She's struggling with a hurt leg but she runs over and suplexes Tiffany off the top rope! Catherine climbs the ropes herself as Tiffany climbs to her feet and Catherine leaps off, nailing the Retro Rewind! She can't immediately go into the cover but is eventually able to drape a shoulder over Tiffany for 1..... 2...... KICK OUT! Catherine's leg is clearly bothering her as she's slow to get up, and Tiffany Stratton makes it to her feet first. Catherine gets up too but Tiffany takes her down with a chop block. Tiffany goes over and climbs the turnbuckle again and leaps off looking for the Prettiest Moonsault Ever.... but Catherine throws the knees up to block it! Catherine pulls herself to her feet as Tiffany is doubled over and scoops her up and then plants Tiffany down with Princess Power! She happens to fall straight down onto Tiffany for 1..... 2.......... 3!)
JR: SHE'S DONE IT! From 3 on 1 to winning the match.
King: 3 on 2 technically.... Laura Cena survived as well..... all hail the Queen!
Eddie: Shut up King.... this was all about my hot wife!
(Tiffany Stratton leaves the ring looking angry as Laura Cena slides into the ring and celebrates with Catherine, albeit both of them are hurting.)
(“Game on” blasts on the PA system. Tony Ikeda walks out on the stage, he walks down to the chamber, and enters his pod.)
JR-Tony Ikeda will be the first to enter a pod.
King-I’m sure he appreciates that…since he’s old, and starting the match would be difficult.
Kris Gaffney-HA! He’s old, and there are wolves after him!
The arena lights slowly dim… not to black, but to a deep amber hue, casting long shadows across the entrance stage. A single spotlight hits the curtain. Then—
“And I heard, as it were, the noise of thunder…”
Johnny Cash’s voice rolls out slow, cold, and final. “The Man Comes Around” begins—no pyro, no flash, just presence. The kind of presence that makes grown men sit up straight and keep their mouths shut.
Joey Bellarosa steps through the curtain with the confidence of a man who doesn’t walk—he arrives.
He’s dressed in a custom-fitted, jet-black suit. No tie. Collar loose. A single gold chain rests across his chest. He adjusts the cuffs on his jacket, like he’s preparing for a meeting—not a fight.
Flanking him are two women: Seraphine Quinn and Rosa Milioti.
Seraphine walks like a queen, calm and composed, her gaze forward, never breaking focus. Rosa, on the other side, chews gum, smirks, and scans the crowd like she’s daring someone to make eye contact. Together, they don’t follow Joey—they orbit him.
Smoke creeps across the floor like fog rolling in from the streets. The spotlight stays fixed on Joey as he slowly makes his way to the ring, never looking left or right. The crowd? They’re not booing. They’re not cheering. They’re watching. Respectfully. Nervously.
As the music swells—
“Whoever is unjust, let him be unjust still…”
Joey reaches the ring steps and pauses. He removes his jacket, folds it with care, and hands it to Seraphine, who takes it without a word. Rosa cracks her knuckles and leans against the barricade, eyes still scanning the crowd.
Joey wipes his boots on the apron—not out of respect for the ring, but because this is his house, and you don’t walk filth across your own floors.
He enters the ring slow. Controlled. No wasted motion. He walks to the center and stands still, eyes down. When the music hits the final verse—
“…and behold, a pale horse. And his name that sat on him was Death…”
Joey lifts his chin. Stares dead into the hard cam. No emotion. No expression. Just the eyes of a man who’s already decided how this ends.
And then—
Samantha Irvin’s voice echoes with reverence and weight.
"Introducing… from Brooklyn, New York… weighing in at 245 pounds… he is The Don… JOEYYYYYY… BELLAROSA!"
He doesn’t move. Doesn’t flinch. Just stands in the center of the ring while the lights return to full.
Because the match hasn’t started.
Not yet.
Joey’s just letting you understand what you stepped into.
This isn’t hype.
This is business.
And business is about to be handled.
JR-Joey Bellarosa is stepping into the chamber with limited EMF experience.
King-But two wives…I’d say that gives him advantage!
Kris Gaffney-You would…
Cyclone enters with high energy and intensity: jumping, yelling into the crowd, sprinting down the ramp and sliding smoothly into the ring before clapping intensely and pointing at his opponent, often times having to be held back by an official not to start the action before the bell rings.
JR-Joe Lamont is going to be a wild card.
King-Still a rookie, but with the experience he has in his corner, and talent he has you never know what will happen.
Kris Gaffney-He’ll have to live up to that potential tonight however.
The arena lights dim, plunging the space into an anticipatory darkness. A hushed silence falls over the crowd, broken only by the distant sound of thunder. Suddenly, the opening notes of "Medieval Viking Music - For Honor (Ft. Peyton Parrish)" resonate through the speakers, their haunting melody echoing in the vastness of the arena.
As the music swells, the titantron flickers to life, displaying a mist-covered Nordic landscape. Towering mountains and dense, shadowy forests under a twilight sky fill the screen, creating an atmosphere of ancient, rugged wilderness.
Amidst this mystical backdrop, scenes of Viking lore begin to unfold on the titantron. Images of longships sailing through stormy seas, warriors brandishing shields and axes, and ethereal figures of Valkyries descending from the heavens captivate the audience, weaving a tale of epic battles and Norse mythology.
A deep, bellowing horn sounds, reminiscent of a Gjallarhorn, heralding the approach of a warrior. The crowd stirs with excitement as a lone figure emerges from the backstage, his silhouette imposing and powerful.
Ragnar Ayerswindale steps into the light, his figure colossal and commanding. He stands for a moment at the top of the ramp, surveying the arena with a calm, unyielding gaze. His attire, a fusion of traditional Viking elements and modern combat gear, complements his muscular build, and Norse runes glint on his gear under the arena lights.
As he begins his descent down the ramp, the music intensifies. The titantron shows images of thunderous battles juxtaposed with serene, majestic landscapes of the Nordic fjords, symbolizing the duality of Ragnar's nature – both a fierce warrior and a stoic guardian of ancient traditions.
Ragnar's movements are deliberate and measured, exuding confidence and a sense of purpose. He occasionally pauses to make eye contact with fans, his expression unchanging, an embodiment of the calm before the storm.
Reaching the ring, Ragnar ascends the steel steps with ease. He stands on the apron for a moment, closing his eyes as if to draw strength from the gods themselves. Then, with a swift and fluid motion, he steps over the top rope and enters the ring.
The music reaches a crescendo, and Ragnar raises his arms, acknowledging the crowd and the arena. The Norse imagery on the titantron gives way to a single, ancient rune, glowing brightly as if imbued with mystical power.
As the music fades and the lights return to normal, Ragnar begins his pre-match ritual, a silent nod to the Viking warriors of old. The arena buzzes with anticipation, the presence of this modern-day Viking leaving an indelible mark on all who witness his entrance.
JR-Ragnar Ayerswindale looks very ready to be an impact player in this match.
Kris Gaffney-Literally and figurely.
King-He could always ask for the Melon Gods help!
(“Radio” blasts on the PA system. Zack Ryder walks out on the stage with is web camera. He walks down to the chamber, and he steps inside of the ring.)
JR-Zack Ryder will be one of the wrestlers starting out this match.
King-Not the easiest place to be, but it’s possible to win from this place.
Kris Gaffney-That’s true.
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[As the opening beats of "Protect Ya Neck" by Wu-Tang Clan start to resonate throughout the arena, the lights dim to a moody, understated ambiance. A single spotlight focuses on the entrance ramp, creating a sense of anticipation and mystery.]
[The titantron flickers to life, displaying a montage of New York City’s shadowy streets and skylines, setting the stage for Billy Breeze’s entrance. The screen then transitions to a spectral figure moving through the darkness, New Yorks own vigilante, The Crimson Wraith.]
[Suddenly, a soft, blue glow illuminates the ramp, casting a cool, ghostly light. A thin layer of fog creeps along the floor, adding to the spectral atmosphere, suggesting the presence of something or someone not quite of this world.]
[Then, emerging from the back, Billy Breeze strolls out nonchalantly, his demeanor calm and composed, but with a readiness that you cannot train for. He’s dressed in his signature ring gear, exuding a quiet confidence. Rex "Retro" Savage follows behind, his flamboyant attire contrasting with Billy’s simplicity, playing up to the crowd and hyping them up.]
Beautiful female announcer: "Hailing from the shadows of New York City, here is the enigmatic, the unpredictable... Specter, Billy Breeze!"
[Billy’s walk to the ring is unhurried, his eyes scanning the crowd with a detached yet intense gaze. The spotlight follows him, keeping him the focal point amidst the dimly lit arena. He occasionally pauses, giving the audience a nod or a slight smirk, but his silence speaks volumes.]
[Upon reaching the ring, Billy slides in effortlessly, his movements fluid and precise. Rex "Retro" Savage takes a position at ringside, continuing to interact with the crowd and serve as Billy's charismatic mouthpiece.]
[The music and lights subtly shift as Billy prepares for the match, the fog dissipating and the spotlight fading, leaving Billy in the ring, a figure both enigmatic and ready for combat, as the arena buzzes with excitement for the upcoming match.]
JR-Billy Breeze will be the second person to start out this match.
King-Wonder if he was calm when he heard this…
Kris Gaffney-Probably..then he probably went to play video games proving he could win from this situation as himself.
King-Whatever builds the confidence I guess…
[Zack Ryder and Billy Breeze pace around the ring, and they lock up, and Billy Breeze pushes back Zack Ryder, Zack Ryder is able to take down Billy Breeze with an arm drag release, and Billy Breeze gets up to his feet, and once he gets up to his feet. Zack Ryder connects with a few fists to the face that knocks him backwards, Zack Ryder attempts to whip Billy Breeze to the ropes, but it’s reversed by Zack Ryder. Billy Breeze bounces off of the ropes, and he lowers his head, and Zack Ryder counters with a swinging neck breaker on Billy Breeze. Zack Ryder waits for Billy Breeze to get up to his feet, and once he gets up to his feet. Zack Ryder kicks Billy Breeze, and he sets him up, and he puts him on the top rope, and he goes up tot eht op rope, and he connects with a super plex from teht op rope, and the countdown starts 5…….4……..3…….2…..1….buzzzz. Joe Lamont pod is the one next to open.]
JR-It’s the Cyclone.
King-Joe Lamont coming in with a lot of momentum.
[Joe Lamont steps inside of the ring, and he knocks down Bill Breeze with a clothesline, and he lifts up Zack Ryder, and he connects with a spine buster. Billy Breeze is slow to get up to his feet, and he gets whipped into the corner, and crashes into the corner. He stumbles backwards, Billy Breeze stumbles backwards. Joe Lamont connects with a disaster on Billy Breeze Joe Lamont gets up, but out of no where gets hit with the Rough Ryder by Zack Ryder!! Zack Ryder goes into the cover on Joe Lamont. The ref goes into position to make the count. The ref counts 1……….2………3!! JOE LAMONT IS ELIMINATED. Zack Ryder gets up, Billy Breeze throws a wild fist to the face, and Zack Ryder ducks under, and he connects with a standing drop kick. Billy Breeze hard into the mat. Zack Ryder takes a few moments to consider what he’ll do next. Zack Ryder connects with a few fists to the face, and he tries to whip Billy Breeze to the ropes. Billy Breeze is able to reverse the whip. Zack Ryder bounces off of the ropes, and Billy Breeze lowers his head, and he connects with a swinging neck breaker that puts down Billy Breeze. Zack Ryder takes a few moments to rest, and he rolls to the outside of the ring, he waits for Billy Breeze to get up to his feet. Once he gets up to his feet. Zack Ryder jumps off of the top rope, and he connects with a missile drop kick on Billy Breeze. Billy Breeze is down on the mat. Zack Ryder pushes Billy Breeze on to his back, the ref goes into position to make count. The ref goes into position to make count, the ref counts 1……….2……….KICK OUT by Billy Breeze. Zack Ryder picks up Billy Breeze, Zack Ryder whips Billy Breeze off of the ropes. Billy Breeze bounces off of the ropes but he hooks the ropes. Zack Ryder runs towards Billy Breeze. Billy Breeze counters with a belly to belly over head throw that sends Zack Ryder flying over the top rope, and he lands hard on the steel on the outside obviously that makes Zack Ryder look like he’s feeling a lot of pain.]
JR-You can’t really land any way on that to make it feel any better.
King-In the 90’s you had a line for this situation.
Kris Gaffney-Guess he retired that..like the remembering line as he gets older he doesn’t want ot be called out for it.
JR-…….
[Billy Breeze goes to the outside of the ring, and he waits for Zack Ryder to get where he wants him, and he connects with a belly to belly over head throw that sends Zack Ryder flying over the top rope. Zack Ryder gets up, and he gets taken down with the Specters grip. Zack Ryder tries to fight out of it, at some point he realizes that he’s going unconscious, but he doesn’t give up. Finally the ref signals Zack Ryder stopped answering so he’s eliminated. ZACK RYDER IS ELIMINATED. As this is going on the selection of the next person to get into the match is going on, Tony Ikeda has entered the match.]
JR-Unfortunately Zack Ryder couldn’t hold on a bit longer.
King-Guess he needed something called air.
Kris Gaffney-Guess so, no matter how much of a fight you have if air is cut off you can’t really do much.
[Tony Ikeda and Billy Breeze despite being on the same size a few times are also very competitive, they pace around ring, they lock up. Tony Ikeda puts Billy Breeze into a side head lock, he holds on the pressure. Billy Breeze looks for a way out of the hold, and he backs him to the ropes, and he bounces off of the ropes. He bounces off of the ropes. Tony Ikeda bounce off of the ropes, and he connects with a hard shoulder block that puts him down on the mat. Tony Ikeda waits for Billy Breeze to get up to his feet, and he runs towards Tony Ikeda. Tony Ikeda connects with a hip toss on Billy Breeze. Billy Breeze is slow to get up to his feet. Tony Ikeda connects with a few forearm shots to the face, and he whips him to the ropes, and he goes for a clothesline, but it’s ducked under by Billy Breeze. Billy Breeze goes to the other side of the ring. He bounces off of the ropes, and he throws Billy Breeze in the air, and he connects with a cutter on the way down. Billy Breeze hits hard into the mat. Tony Ikeda pushes Billy Breeze on his back, the ref goes into position to make the count. The ref counts 1…………2………….KICK OUT by Billy breeze. Tony Ikeda puts on chin lock, the ref is there in case Billy Breeze wants to give it up. Billy Breeze is able to get up to his feet, and once he gets up to his feet. Billy Breeze looks for a way out of the hold, he is able to get up to his feet, Billy Breeze is able to turn into Tony Ikeda, and he hooks Tony Ikeda into a belly to back suplex, Tony Ikeda rolls out of the back. Billy Breeze turns quickly towards Tony Ikeda. Billy Breeze goes for a wild fist to the face, but Tony Ikeda ducks under. Tony Ikeda hooks Billy Breeze for a full nelson, but it’s countered with a snapmare, Tony Ikeda gets up to his feet, and once he gets up to his feet. Billy Breeze connects with a t-bone suplex.]
JR-Both wrestlers are down!
King-Both these two despite the fact their often on the same side have a competitive spirit.
Kris Gaffney-Wonder if Breeze plays video games with Tony online…and wonder if it becomes this intense.
[The countdown starts, and the clock hits zero the lights flashes, and Ragnar Ayerswindale enters the ring, and Billy Breeze gets up to his feet. Ragnar Ayerswindale lifts up Billy Breeze, and he drives him down into the mat with a spinebuster. Billy Breeze is in pain. Billy Breeze grabs Ragnar Ayerswindale throws him out of the ring. Ragnar Ayerswindale turns towards Tony Ikeda who had been slower to get up to his feet. Ragnar Ayerswindale gets ready, and he connects with a gunginar spear on Tony Ikeda. Ragnar Ayerswindale goes into the cover on Tony Ikeda. The ref goes into position to make the count, the ref counts 1…………2…..KICK OUT by Tony Ikeda!! Ragnar Ayerswindale connects with a few stomps on the downed Tony Ikeda. Billy Breeze is getting up on the apron. Ragnar Ayerswindale goes over to where Billy Breeze, and Billy Breeze counters with a hang man that stuns Ragnar Ayerswindale. Ragnar Ayerswindale takes a few moments to recover as Billy Breeze gets up to his feet, and Billy Breeze climbs into the ring, Billy Breeze ducks under a wild fist by Ragnar Ayerswindale. Ragnar Ayerswindale misses, and Billy Breeze gets set up by Billy Breeze. Billy Breeze hooks Ragnar Ayerswindale connects with a german suplex release that sends him flying across the ring, and he crashes into the mat. Ragnar Ayerswindale is slow to get up to his feet. Ragnar Ayerswindale turns towards Billy Breeze, and Billy Breeze connects with a harlem hook that drops Ragnar Ayerswindale. Billy Breeze goes into the cover on Ragnar Ayerswindale. The ref goes into position to make the count. The ref counts 1………….2……KICK OUT by Ragnar Ayerswindale.]
JR-Almost three!
King-All three are looking to get the next elimination!
Kris Gaffney-Wonder who will get it, it’s highly competitive.
[Billy Breeze gets up to his feet, but Tony Ikeda tries to sneak up on him, and he hooks him into a full nelson, but Billy Breeze attempts to counter with a victory roll, but Tony Ikeda is able to trap Billy Breeze into a pinning attempt. The ref goes into position to make the count. The ref counts 1………….2……….3!! BILLY BREEZE IS ELIMIANTED!! Tony Ikeda is feeling the effects of the match gets up to his feet, and he once again gets Gunginar speared by Ragnar Ayerswindale, and he falls out of the ring. Tony Ikeda is slow to get up to his feet, and once he gets up to his feet. Ragnar Ayerswindale grabs Tony Ikeda, and he throws him hard into the cage side. Tony Ikeda stumbles backwards, and Ragnar Ayerswindale grabs Tony Ikeda, and he lifts him up into a military press, and he throws him into the ring. He crashes down into the ring. Tony Ikeda is in pain. Ragnar Ayerswindale goes into corner, he measures up on Tony Ikeda who is slow to get up to his feet. But the count down starts, and it buzzes. Joey Bellarosa steps inside of the ring, but seems happy to let whatever happen, whatever happen.]
JR-I can’t fault this here, even if you are on the same side, stopping a possible elimination is not smart strategy in this match.
King-I would say that’s smart JR…but it’s you…your JR, you’re not smart!
Kris Gaffney-Ha!!
[Tony Ikeda is slow to get up to his feet, and Ragnar Ayerswindale runs towards Tony Ikeda, but this time Tony Ikeda counters with a running knee lift, and he hooks him into a full nelson, and Tony Ikeda drives Ragnar Ayerswindale a full nelson slam. Ragnar Ayerswindale rolls out of the ring under. Tony Ikeda turns towards Joey Bellarosa who connects with a step in spinebuster. Joey Bellarosa picks up Tony Ikeda up, and he hooks him, and he lifts him up he drops him with a Fa Famiglia Special, but Ragnar Ayerswindale steps inside of the ring, and Joey Bellarosa wants to make sure that he doesn’t get involved in the pin. He runs at Ragnar, Ragnar throws him out of the ring, and Joey Bellarosa crashes into the steel on the outside of the ring. Ragnar Ayerswindale seeing that Tony Ikeda is down wants to make sure that Tony Ikeda is eliminated, he picks him up. Ragnar Ayerswindale sets up Tony Ikeda, and he lifts him up, and he drops him with the runestone powerbomb. Ragnar Ayerswindale goes into the cover on Tony Ikeda. The ref goes into position to make the count. The ref counts 1………….2………..3!! TONY IKEDA IS ELIMINATED!!]
JR-It’s come down to Joey Bellarosa and Ragnar Ayerswindale.
King-Maybe Ragnar should give himself to the Melon Gods…it would help.
Kris Gaffney-Unless it doesn’t…
JR-Anyways, we are down to the last two competitors in this match.
[Joey Bellarosa rolls into the ring, the last two competitors stare down each other. They walk towards the middle of the ring, and they talk trash, Ragnar Ayerswindale and Joey Bellarosa are throwing fists, and neither are getting the advantage, but Joey Bellarosa is able to duck under one of the fists, and he connects with a Mafia kick that stumbles backwards Ragnar Ayerswindale. Ragnar Ayerswindale is dazed, and he throws a wild fist to the face, and Joey Bellarosa ducks under, and he connects with a snap german suplex, and Ragnar Ayerswindale crashes into the mat, and he rolls under the ropes, and he gets up to his feet on the outside of the ring. He is slow to get up to his feet on the outside of the ring, and he slowly gets up on the apron. Ragnar Ayerswindale falls on the top rope, Joey Bellarosa runs towards the ropes, and he sling shots Ragnar Ayerswindale over the top rope, and he crashes downon the mat. Joey Bellarosa stalks Ragnar who is slow to get up to his feet, and once he gets up to his feet, he hits a kick to the gut, and he sets him up, and he connects with a northern lights suplex. Joey Bellarosa rolls through, and he gets up to his feet, and he turns the move into a vertical suplex, and he lifts up Ragnar Ayerwindale, and completes the move with a brain buster!!! Joey Bellarosa goes into the cover on Ragnar Ayerswindale. The ref goes into position to make the count. The ref counts 1…………2………KICK OUT by Ragnar Ayerwindale!!]
JR-Ragnar has taken more damage, but he’s still not going to give up.
King-Both wrestlers want to be the winner.
Kris Gaffney-Usually how it goes however…
[Ragnar Ayerswindale gets picked up by Joey Bellarosa, and he whips him off of the ropes, and he bounces off of the ropes. Out of no where Ragnar Ayerswindale connects with a gunginar spear on Joey Bellarosa!!Ragnar Ayerswindale has to take a few moments to rest restup. Ragnar Ayerswindale picks him up, and he sets him up, and he connects with a runestone power bomb. Ragnar Ayerswindale picks up Joey Bellarosa by his hair, and he sets him up where he wants him, and he drops him with a runestone power bomb. Ragnar Ayerswindale looks at Joey Bellarosa as he tries to rest up on the ropes, and he climbs up to the top rope, and he steady’s himself on the top rope. He jumps backwards, and he connects with a Norse Plunge on Joey Bellarosa. Ragnar Ayerswindale goes into the cover on Joey Bellarosa. The ref goes into position to make the count. The ref counts 1…………..2………KICK OUT by Joey Bellarosa!! Ragnar Ayerswindale takes a few moments to rest up, and once he gets up he falls against the ropes. Ragnar Ayerswindale runs at him, and he connects with a clothesline over the top rope, and Joey Bellarosa mostly hits into the apron, however you still hear parts of him hit the steel floor. Ragnar Ayerswindale steps on the outside of the ring. He waits for Joey Bellarosa to get up to his feet, he kicks him in the gut, and he sets him up, and he lifts him up, and he drops him with the Viking Hammer on the steel. Ragnar Ayerswindale gaining momentum backs up as clearly he knows what he’s going do next.]
JR-It seems that Ragnar Ayerwindale knows exactly what he’s about to do.
King-Clearly he’s going to have to pull out all of the stops to win this match.
[Ragnar Ayerswindale see’s Joey Bellarosa fall on the glass of the nearest pod. Ragnar Ayerswindale measures up, and he goes for the Gunginar Spear, but at the last moment Joey Bellarosa moves out of the way, and Ragnar Ayerswindale breaks the glass (note-It’s more like plastic, but either way I mean a see through surface.) Joey Bellarosa throws Ragnar Ayerswindale into the ring, and Joey Bellarosa sets up Ragnar Ayerswindale. Joey sets up Ragnar, and he lifts him up, and he drops him with the La Famiglia Special!! Joey Bellarosa goes into the cover on Ragnar Ayerswindale. The ref goes into position to make the count. The ref counts 1……………2………….3!!]
JR-Joey Bellarosa did it!!
King-Somewhere Ace Salvatore gives a thumbs up.
Kris Gaffney-Why?
King-….because less is more?
(Joey Bellarosa is clearly feeling the effects of the elimination chamber, but celebrates as Survival of the Fittest goes off the air.)
