GCWA Friday Night Inferno



*It's been another long but productive week. Amazingly, we're more than halfway through November, making progress towards the holidays. You need to start making plans on what's going to happen over Thanksgiving. If you're lucky, you're looking forward to getting together with your family and enjoying an incredible turkey dinner. If you're not so lucky, you're trying to figure out the best ways to avoid talking to your perpetually-pissed-off aunt and just watch football.*

*Or maybe you live outside of the United States, and don't give a shit about the upcoming American holiday. You be you.*

*Either way, as a loyal GCWA fan, you're here once again ready to tune into a thrilling night of competition! The final commercial rolls, leading to a blank screen. The GCWA Logo flashes up and disappears, before we see a picture slowly come into focus. It shows The Big Bifford, standing in the ring holding up the GCWA World Heavyweight Championship.*

Voice: In the New Era of the GCWA, there has been one force that has dominated. One that has reigned at the top of the company. One that has been the power of the GCWA.

*The image shifts, this time showing The Big Bifford joined in the ring... by Jonathan Barrows.*

Voice: Jonathan Barrows has controlled the GCWA along with his brother, Hunter, for the last few months. But The Big Bifford decided to test that control.

*Footage rolls of The Big Bifford giving Jonathan Barrows the Biff End at GCWA High Rollers.*

Rockwell: The Biff End lands!!!

Hood: But even if the match is over, that move is still banned!!!

*We see Bifford standing over the downed Barrows, looking down with contempt. The image changes to this past Friday, where we see Bifford coming out for his championship celebration.*

Voice: The Big Bifford called down the fury of the Barrows brothers. And it took effect this past week.

*Security is shown surrounding the ring, with Kenny getting shocked unconscious. Jonathan, Hunter, and Deana are shown in the back, with Jonathan still wearing the neckbrace.*

Jonathan Barrows: Big Bifford... you are now SUSPENDED!

*We see Bifford's reaction, not pleased with the decision.*

Jonathan Barrows: And that suspension, Bifford? It will last... as long as I want it to. And if, perchance, you're still suspended by the time we get to Darkness Falls... well, we have to have a World Title fight there, don't we?

*Security is seen moving in on Bifford, as we fade away to blackness. We then see a woman standing there, looking towards the camera.*

Deana Barrows: And now, as we move closer to Darkness Falls... we move closer to change... welcome to the New Era...

*Deana Barrows smiles, showing the look that says a lot without revealing anything. The screen begins to burn along the edges as the image goes away, illuminating every square inch of the screen. In the flames, shots of different wrestling maneuvers are shown. The Crazy Man's Suicide. Blastoff. The Perfect Finisher. The Duce of Clubs. This Damn Incredible. The Biff End. Each as impressive as you would expect. In the center of the flames, an image of the current GCWA World Heavyweight Champion, The Big Bifford, appears, smiling towards the camera. The fury of the flames overtakes Bifford, as he disappears from sight. "Legend" from the Score then plays, leading us into the beginning of Inferno!*

"BANG BANG, BANG BANG, BANG BANG, THIS FIRE'S A WEAPON... BANG BANG, BANG BANG, BANG BANG, WON'T STOP 'TIL WE'RE LEGEND!"

*Throughout the flames, images of the various wrestlers competing in the company flash by, some doing their signature maneuvers, others posing for the camera. As the music hits a crescendo, the screen blows apart, and we once again are back in Dallas, Texas! The crowd gives a strong roar as the introduction to the show finishes playing, showing that Dallas still has a great deal of enthusiasm for the GCWA. We head past the cheering fans towards the announce table.*

Rockwell: Welcome to the road to Darkness Falls!

Hood: Always sounds like a place I wouldn't want to visit.

Rockwell: Maybe not, but that's where we're headed in December! But right now, we need to concentrate on the amazing matches we have here tonight!

Hood: Yes! I can't wait to see Tony Savage take on Bob Grenier!

Rockwell: Some would definitely expect that to be a dream match. We've also got Dave Branson making his debut here tonight by calling out the Good Detective, Jack Puffer!

Hood: Man, Puffer has a winning streak. I don't remember the last time something like that happened.

Rockwell: Ed Houston will be in action as well, always a welcome sight. And in our main event, the North American Championship is once again on the line!

Hood: One of these days, Duce Jones is just going to fall apart. A human body is not made to endure so many fucking matches!

Rockwell: Well, tonight, it's "Mad Dog" Mark Wright cashing in his opportunity to face Duce, to end his tremendous run as the champion. Can Mad Dog accomplish what so many have failed to do?

Hood: We're giving away too many matches for free, tonight, Adrian. Everyone watching should have to send me $5.

Rockwell: Wait, why you?

Hood: Why not?

Rockwell: Probably because you won't want to give your address to everyone out there.

Hood: I've got a P.O. Box. It's cool. Send your money to...

Rockwell: No, Hood! Not happening!

Hood: Damn it.

Rockwell: Let's just get ready to go to the ring!



*"Gangsta's Paradise" by Coolio hits, getting the fans on their feet. They watch for the GCWA World Heavyweight Champion, The Big Bifford, to come out of the back. Instead, Jonathan Barrows slowly walks out, smiling as the boos begin to rain down on him. He stops on the ramp, doing a Big Bifford pose of sorts, which doesn't go over well with the crowd in the GCWA Arena.*

Rockwell: Looks like Jonathan Barrows is out here to mock the World Champion, who, of course, has been suspended and banned from the building.

Hood: He should have been fired, and the belt stripped. But Jonathan must have something else planned.

Rockwell: If he does, he'll need to do something about it quickly. If The Big Bifford isn't restored to active status before Darkness Falls, the belt will be vacated!

*Jonathan waits for the crowd to settle down some as the music fades away. He then rubs his sore neck, focusing on it for a minute.*

Jonathan Barrows: It feels so good to be out of that neck brace!

*More boos come from the crowd, not that Jonathan is bothered by it.*

Rockwell: I wonder if him wearing the neck brace last week was just for show!

Hood: He took a Biff End jumping piledriver! Whose neck wouldn't be damaged by that?

Jonathan Barrows: So I know many of you are questioning our decision still to suspend The Big Bifford, but not strip him of the championship. Well, let me explain. No, you know what, I shouldn't have to explain anything to you people, because we're the ones in charge!

*This just infuriates the crowd more.*

Jonathan Barrows: But... I'm a fair man. There's a perfectly good reason why I am not currently introducing your new GCWA World Heavyweight Champion.... mainly because Eric Dane has decided to stop taking my calls.

*The crowd reacts angrily at Dane's name, although a few of the 'short-term' fans look around in confusion.*

Jonathan Barrows: I hope you appreciate that, Eric. If you wouldn't have blamed me, the referee, and anyone else for your loss at GCWA High Rollers besides yourself, and shown up the next Inferno... maybe you'd be the champion right now. But so be it. That leaves me with still the big question... who will be the #1 contender, and maybe the future champion?

Rockwell: Who's he going to name? Duce Jones? Dylan Thomas?

Hood: Or do we have another contender coming from another organization?

*The fans are on the edge of their seats... when "Leave You Far Behind" by Lunatic Calm starts to play! The fans give a cheer as Deana Barrows walks out onto the stage, entering once again with her father's music.*

Hood: Aw, man, what's she doing here?

Rockwell: Deana Barrows is still really an unknown, but she's definitely found a way to get under the skin of her brothers, for what they tried to do to her father!

*Jonathan crosses his arms, looking back at his sister with some contempt. She nods to him, all smiles.*

Deana Barrows: Before you make any announcement, Jonathan, you should know... Hunter already agreed to give me the authority on deciding the next #1 contender.

*The crowd cheers, loving this news, as Jonathan's mouth falls open in shock.*

Jonathan Barrows: What... Hunter did what?

Deana Barrows: Yep. Apparently Hunter was feeling pretty guilty about what happened with Dad. He talked to him about how to make it up to Ace... and, well...

*Jonathan shakes his head, upset.*

Jonathan Barrows: And, of course, you let me know this when Hunter's not going to be here tonight to defend himself.

Deana Barrows: You were the one who thought he should go on a recruitment trip, not me.

*Jonathan shakes his head, disappointed in his brother's decision. But he knows there's little he can do, since it's 2 against 1.*

Jonathan Barrows: Fine. So... let us know. Who's the #1 contender? Who do you see worthy of taking The Big Bifford's place as champion?

Deana Barrows: Well, y'see... I'm still working on that. But by the end of the night, you'll definitely know, just like everyone else here. So, don't we have a wrestling event? Let's get this show on the road!

*Deana smiles again, as Jonathan looks out at the cheering crowd. He just shakes his head again. He turns and walks off without another word, as the fans give him a "You F'd Up" chant on his way out. Deana looks after him, that confident smile still on her face. She follows him out.*

Rockwell: So who will Deana decide gets the #1 Contendership for the World Title?

Hood: Does she even know enough about the business to make this call? What if she chooses Peter "The Janitor" Vaughn?

Rockwell: Well, she would have to think Vaughn earned it with his wins over...

Hood: I don't want to hear about those anymore! Ancient history, fake news!

Rockwell: Okay, okay... let's just get to the ring, and find out who's coming out on top of our first contest tonight!


Singles Match
Bob Grenier (1-0) vs. Tony Savage (3-1)

Minos: Our opening contest... is scheduled for one fall... introducing first... standing 6'4" and weighing 231 lbs... from Atlanta, Georgia... here is Tony Savage!!

*The lights dim low. He has no need for pyrotechnics, all the flashes from smart phones and camera illuminate his way down the ramp. The intense drum beat of 'Way Of The Fist' pounds over the arena's sound system, and the man marches down to the ring, dressed in black military pants and boots. His shirtless chest bears tattoos and scars, including bullet and bomb wounds, across his core like a mural. Security makes sure, due to his other job as soldier of fortune, he's not packing any outside weaponry. Once they clear him, he jumps onto the apron and climbs into the ring. He climbs the turnbuckle, his mouth twisted in a wolfish, blood-thirsty grin, as he stands with arms crossed, waiting for action.*

Rockwell: Savage had an 'interesting' puppet show this week.

Hood: I admit, I laughed when Puppet Bob lost it when he learned he was facing Savage.

Rockwell: That was just disgusting.

Hood: Puppets have to poop just like anyone else, Adrian!

Minos: His opponent... standing 6'2" and weighing 222 lbs... from Timmins, Ontario, Canada... one-half of the GCWA World Tag-Team Champions... here is "The King of Bong Style" Bob Grenier!!

*"Where The Hood At" by DMX leads Bob Grenier out to the ring, with him taking his time down the aisle. He's wearing his tag-team championship around his waist, showing it off to the fans as he goes. When a few of them boo, he waves them off and walks on, heading for the squared circle. He climbs up and enters the ring, taking the championship off and handing it to the referee for safekeeping.*

Rockwell: There's been a lot of talk of Bob Grenier as a tag-team champion, with many saying that Chad Vargas was the one who earned the belts.

Hood: Yeah, well, Grenier DID get bit by The Reaper, so it's not like he didn't bleed to get the belts.

Rockwell: That's... very true. But it was certainly Vargas who put away Crash Rodriguez at High Rollers.

Hood: Was one of the Danger Boiz undeserving when they held the belts, Adrian? C'mon, now, it's a team effort!

*The Bell Rings.*

Rockwell: So another test for Tony Savage, as he takes on an OCW favorite!

Hood: I hope Grenier didn't partake too much in the back. He needs to take Savage seriously!

*Having handed the title belt off outside, the referee comes back, calling Grenier over to do a quick search. Grenier doesn't seem pleased, saying he was "already searched" in the back. The referee nonetheless wants to do his job, with Grenier seemingly nervous about what he might find. He pushes the referee away, saying everything's good, and jogs towards Savage, anxious to get started. Savage has no problems with this, catching Grenier and spinning him around with a spine-buster!! The fans pop for the move, as Savage gets back to his feet, looking down at the hurting Grenier. He shakes his head, still having contempt for his opponent, watching Grenier struggle to get back up. He walks right into Savage's double arm DDT, slamming Grenier back down!*

Rockwell: Tony Savage is dominating quickly in this one!

Hood: Damn it, the ref distracted Bob! If he hadn't been worried about the search...

Rockwell: I wonder what he has on him?

Hood: Whatever it is, I hope it survives the assault!

*Savage has Grenier back on his feet now, shooting him into the corner. Grenier hits hard, but rebounds out, trying for a clothesline. But Savage tackles Grenier around the middle, driving him back into the corner with a hard impact. Savage then shows off his boxing skills, pummeling Grenier with repeated shots. With Grenier's eyes glazing over, Savage lifts him up onto the corner, then locks him up, lifting him out and taking a few steps before dropping with a muscle buster! Grenier lays flat on the mat, out of it, but Savage doesn't go for the pinfall. He pulls himself up, heading to the ropes once again. With little effort, Savage climbs to the top, waiting as Grenier slowly pulls himself up. Grenier shakes his head, hurting, and turns to look for his opponent... but Savage is already flying towards him, hitting a top-rope Superman punch!!*

Hood: Ouch! Would that be legal in Savage's boxing matches?

Rockwell: Somehow I doubt it. They tend to frown on turnbuckle climbing.

Hood: Another reason to stick to wrestling!

*Grenier is barely able to roll over onto his side, completely knocked out of this one. Savage is just waiting calmly near the ropes, leaning on them. He looks very disappointed, having wanted a lot more than this. He says something to the ref, not happy, with the referee smartly staying back and out of the way. Finally, Grenier starts to get up, calling on any reserves he's got left in the tank. Savage is ready and waiting, set at the ropes, and as Grenier turns towards him, Savage rushes forward, hitting One Shot, One Kill!! The heart punch drops Grenier back to the mat, and Savage finally makes the cover, holding the legs as an unnecessary precaution. The referee comes in... 1... 2... 3!!!!!*

Minos: Here is your winner... Tony Savage!!

Rockwell: An amazing showing from Tony Savage, and a very disappointing performance from Bob Grenier!

Hood: I still blame the referee.

Rockwell: Well, it doesn't matter at this point, as Tony Savage has a flawless victory over one of the tag-team champions!



*Savage almost immediately leaves the ring, not looking back at the recovering Bob Grenier. He heads up the aisle, with security moving in to make sure no fans make the bad mistake of grabbing at him. As Savage reaches the ramp, he finally looks back, taking in the crowd. Suddenly, Savage's music cuts out... and "Needle And The Spoon" by Lynyrd Skynyrd begins to play! The crowd reacts, many with boos, as Chad Vargas walks through the curtain, making his way towards Tony Savage!*

Rockwell: The Confederate Icon is here!

Hood: Oh, hell, put security on high alert and get the lady with the bleeping button in position!

*Vargas gets right up in Savage's face, with Savage never flinching. The two men exchange some words, which can't quite get picked up by the camera. Savage seems to be pointing out what he did to Grenier, while Vargas doesn't give a fuck. After a few more words, Vargas finally turns and walks away, showing disdain for Savage by showing him his back. Savage seems to consider that an insult, but opts to let it go, having accomplished his goal for the evening. He watches as Vargas heads to the ring, making sure to collect the other half of the GCWA World Tag-Team Titles before entering to check on Grenier.*

Rockwell: I thought we were going to have a fight there!

Hood: I think a lot of people would consider Savage vs. Vargas a dream contest.

Rockwell: For now, it looks like Vargas just wants to keep his tag-team title reign going.

*Vargas helps a disappointed Grenier up. Savage has long since departed. We fade out to commercial.*







*We're in the backstage area, showing one of the locker rooms for the wrestlers. Bob Black is seen, looking at a magazine. It apparently is one of the hot rod magazines. He lets out a sigh and puts the magazine to the side, knowing that he can't afford any of those cars, although it was nice to dream about for a time. Nearby, warming up, is Ed Houston, prepping himself for his upcoming match.*

Ed Houston: I'm going to get your money back, Bob.

Bob Black: I told you, it's not worth getting shot over.

Ed Houston: Don't worry about a thing. I'm working on a plan.

*Bob looks concerned, but doesn't say anything. There's a knock at the door, and Bob turns and opens it. Deana Barrows walks in, all smiles.*

Deana Barrows: Hello, Mr. Houston, Mr. Black. I don't know that we've been formally introduced.

Bob Black: It's great to meet you, Ms. Barrows. Right, Ed?

Ed Houston: ... Right.

*Houston and Deana shake hands, with Ed going right back to his warming up. Bob looks worried, but Deana doesn't take it as a slight. She leans against the wall, watching him for a moment.*

Deana Barrows: So aren't you going to ask?

Ed Houston: Ask what?

Deana Barrows: Well, you know I've been given the option of choosing the next #1 Contender to the World Title. Three wrestlers approached me in the halls, swearing their worth to me that they should get the shot. And yet here I am, in your locker room. I thought you'd be asking for your opportunity by now.

*Bob Black looks ready to jump out of his shoes, excited at the opportunity before them. Ed doesn't answer, still stretching. Bob, seeing this, quickly jumps in.*

Bob Black: You know, Ed gets really focused when he's about to have a match, so he can't dedicate any time to this. But I'm more than willing to talk to...

Ed Houston: I can handle it, Bob. Deana, I appreciate you coming by. But as I've told your brothers, I'm not willing to compromise my ethics for the easy road. I want to earn everything I'm given.

Bob Black: But Ed...

Ed Houston: That's my final decision, Ms. Barrows.

*Deana nods to Houston, still smiling.*

Deana Barrows: So it is. Good luck tonight. Mr. Houston.

*Deana turns and leaves the room, as Bob looks flabbergasted. Before he can say anything else, Houston turns towards the door.*

Ed Houston: We'll talk later, Bob. First I've got to deal with Lightning.

*Houston departs, as Black turns and makes his way to a chair, sitting down in a heap. We go back to ringside.*

Hood: It was right there! A second chance! And Houston flushed it away again!

Rockwell: He doesn't want to be under the Barrows' family control, Hood!

Hood: Why not? I bet you get paid a ton!

Rockwell: We'll see if Houston's distracted at all, as his match is next!


Singles Match
Ed Houston (5-2) vs.Lightning (0-3)

Minos: The next match is scheduled for one fall... now coming to the ring... standing 6'2" and weighing 200 lbs... from El Paso, Texas... with his tag-team partner, Thunder... here is Lightning!!

*"Riding The Storm Out" by REO Speedwagon begins to play. Lightning walks out of the back, scooting his feet to generate more energy. He moves his fingers to show a spark (nothing is seen), and then strikes a few poses before making his way down. Thunder walks out after him, not looking very confident. He glances in either direction, perhaps expecting bullets to ring out, but nothing happens.*

Rockwell: We know that Lightning was trying to contact the Las Vegas crime family that is currently having issues with Ed Houston.

Hood: Honestly, for Lightning's sake, I hope they never made contact.

Rockwell: It probably shows the desperation Wrath of the Storm are starting to feel, having not won a single contest since they arrived in the GCWA.

Hood: They were just weekly jobbers from the home city who just happened to stick around. No idea how they got actual contracts.

Minos: His opponent... standing 5'9" and weighing 175 lbs... from Miami, Florida... here is "The Rocketman" Ed Houston!!

*The screen turns black and then slowly starts to count down from 10. Once it hits 1 the sound of a rocket taking off echoes throughout the arena. You're Gonna Go Far , Kid starts to blare as Ed Houston slowly makes his way down the entrance ramp. He stops by fans in the crowd and high fives them. Once he gets about half way down the ramp, he sprints and slides under the rope. He quickly jumps to his feet and makes his way up to the turnbuckle where he waves to the crowd.*

Rockwell: Houston's on a mission now to get back the money of Bob Black.

Hood: I'd just let it go as a lesson learned. But Houston isn't very good at something like that.

Rockwell: No, because he's a man of principle!

Hood: Which, to me, is just another way to say "Loser", Adrian.

*The Bell Rings.*

Rockwell: And here we go!

Hood: Here comes the shock!

*Houston gets himself out of the corner, ready to go. But Lightning is actually in a deep discussion with the referee. The ref is shaking his head, but Lightning keeps grabbing him and pulling him back. He's apparently winking at him. The referee, though, wants nothing to do with it, trying to get away from Lightning. The wrestler turns to look outside the ring towards Thunder, who shrugs at him. Lightning then looks over at Houston, studying him, trying to figure out if anything is wrong with him. Houston just stands there, a small smile on his face. He knows what Lightning is looking for. Slowly, the realization seems to be growing for Lightning, as he fully takes Houston in. He slowly backs up to the corner, thinking things over.*

Hood: So what is Lightning up to?

Rockwell: Best I can tell, he was checking if the referee was on the take. Also, maybe he thought someone would poison Houston to give him an advantage.

Hood: As if any criminal enterprise would do the bidding of a jobber!

*Lightning talks again to Thunder, still expecting something to happen. Thunder nods to him, as Lightning comes out of the corner, finally advancing towards Houston. The Rocketman is ready for him, and the two wrestlers circle around each other, looking for the first lock-up. They grab hold, but Lightning immediately pushes Houston away, surprisingly sending him stumbling towards the ropes. Thunder has already leapt up onto the apron, sucking in a big breath of air. He lets loose with the Thunder Roar, screaming in the direction of Houston... who does a matrix-style dodge, 'avoiding' the scream. Lightning, behind him, grabs at his ears and drops to the canvas!! Thunder, stressed at what just happened, doesn't even notice Houston come back up with one motion. Houston then steps forward, hitting Thunder with the Houston, We Have A Problem superkick!! Thunder disappears from view, as the fans cheer!*

Rockwell: The Wrath of the Storm Plan B backfires!

Hood: That's the first time I've ever seen anyone affected by Thunder's yell...

*With Thunder taken care of, Houston turns his full attention to Lightning. The wrestler is still selling the Thunder Roar, trying to find his way back to his feet while holding both hands over his ears. As soon as Lightning turns, Houston lets him have it, blasting him with another superkick!! Lightning topples hard backwards, his hands coming loose around his head. The referee moves in, anticipating a pinfall, but Houston instead grabs at Lightning's leg, pulling it towards him and applying the Countdown ankle lock submission!!! With the move locked in tight, there's nothing Lightning can do but frantically pound the mat, quickly giving up! The referee signals for the bell, with Houston quickly releasing the hold rather than prolonging the agony.*

Minos: Here is your winner... "The Rocketman" Ed Houston!!

Rockwell: A quick and decisive victory for Ed Houston tonight!

Hood: I guess the Vegas mob decided to stay away from this one after all. Probably a good thing.

Rockwell: I heard the betting shifted slightly in this one due to the possibility of interference.

Hood: They probably shifted the odds, then bet on Houston at the last minute.

Rockwell: Anyone who bet on Lightning deserves to lose their money.

*Houston has his hand raised by the referee, even as Lightning rolls painfully out under the ropes. He's limping from the ankle lock, as he makes his way around to find Thunder. Apparently he's still out cold, having taken a bad tumble from the apron after the superkick. Lightning, groaning, checks on his partner as we cut away.*



*We cut to the back, where we see Dylan & Lissandra Thomas arriving. Behind them, clearly prepared for his first match, is "The A-List Fixer" Dave Branson. The three appear to be headed for the ring, but Dylan stops when Deana Barrows is there, waving a finger at him. She wants to talk. Dylan turns to Lissandra, who frowns, but then nods. They both head over there to have a discussion, as we fade out.*






Singles Match
Dave Branson (0-0) vs. Jack Puffer (2-1)

Minos: The next match is scheduled for one fall... it is also scheduled as a No Disqualification match... now entering the arena... standing 6'7" and weighing 300 lbs... from Bel Air... with Dylan & Lissandra Thomas... here is "The A-List Fixer" Dave Branson!

*A shirtless Dave Branson wearing sunglasses comes out and stands on stage, arms crossed, emotionless. After a few moments, he walks to the ring, still showing zero emotion. Dylan & Lissandra follow him out, taking their time and making sure to taunt some of the fans along the aisle. Branson climbs over the top rope and stands in the middle of the ring with his arms crossed, eyeing the rampway.*

Rockwell: Branson certainly looks like a dangerous opponent.

Hood: Did you see the video of him chokeslamming that fool in the fight club?

Rockwell: Isn't the #1 rule of fight club that no one talks about fight club?

Hood: Oh, crap. Right, forget I said anything.

*Dylan & Lissandra make their way around to the ring, with Lissandra taking a seat at the announce table.*

Hood: Great to have you guys here, Lissandra!

Lissandra Thomas: It's good to see you, Hood. And... you over there...

Rockwell: It's Adrian, Adrian Rockwell.

Lissandra Thomas: I wasn't asking what your name was. I just didn't care.

Hood: Oh, this is going to be fun...

Minos: His opponent... standing 6'2" and weighing 215 lbs... from Aurora, Illinois... here is the Good Detective, Jack Puffer!!

*The super sexy rock hardening version of James Bond's iconic theme "James Bond's Theme" begins to play. Fans within the arena are like "Wow, this rocks HARD!" others are like "This sounds vaguely familiar..." women and feminine men are like "I think I kinda wanna fuck whoever emerges from behind that curtain." It is a song that appeals to ALL demos. Puffer steps through the curtain looking very aware...he takes in his surroundings, in search of a mystery. A singular spotlight shines on him...the camera zooms in...Puffer turns, facing directly at the camera with one eyebrow raised as his visage is captured within a very 007-esque circle. Once all that has taken place, Puffer marches down the ramp, toward the ring, with the spotlight following. He rolls into the ring and pops to his feet, placing a hand over his eyes, scouring the fans in search of the missing Warrick Hill.*

Rockwell: Puffer's search for Warrick Hill took him to Omaha this past week.

Hood: I really don't think Derek Mobley wanted Warrick found. That's not something you trust to a guy like Puffer.

Lissandra Thomas: I agree, you want to find someone, you hire someone like Dave, not a jobber like this guy.

Rockwell: You may still think of Jack Puffer as a jobber, but he's actually got a winning record right now in the GCWA.

Lissandra Thomas: Wins over Xtreme don't count, unless you break his ankle.

*Dylan's laughter can be heard, even as the Bell Rings.*

Rockwell: Well, it's time to get some questions answered. Can Puffer hold his own against a stronger opponent? And what can a man like Dave Branson do in his first wrestling match in the GCWA?

Lissandra Thomas: Send a message, Dave!

*Puffer, finishing his unsuccessful search of the GCWA audience, shakes his head and turns, walking to the center of the ring. He then looks up, and up, to see Dave Branson standing there in front of him, smiling. Puffer's strong detective skills help him realize that he's vastly outsized in this contest. Not one to back down, Puffer starts throwing punches into Branson's midsection, hitting shot after shot. Branson absorbs them, shrugging them off, still smiling. Puffer, realizing this strategy, steps back and talks to the referee, apparently asking what the rules are in this one. The referee looks stunned, not knowing what to say, even as Branson steps forward, grabbing Puffer around the throat!! He's already set to end it with his finisher, FIXED! But as Branson starts to lift... Puffer starts lashing out with knees, inadvertently catching Branson with a low blow!! Branson lets go of Puffer, coughing, with Puffer having saved himself.*

Rockwell: Puffer goes low to survive!

Lissandra Thomas: What a cheap move!

Rockwell: And how many low blows has Dylan Thomas landed in his career here?

Hood: Shut up, Adrian! Sorry about that, Lissandra.

Lissandra Thomas: Don't apologize for someone else's ignorance, Hood.

*With Branson temporarily incapacitated, Puffer gets a headlock and punches away, trying to do more damage to the large wrestler. Branson shows his strength, though, lifting Puffer up and tossing him backwards. To everyone's surprise, including Puffer, the Good Detective lands on his feet. He goes off the ropes and comes back with a running back elbow into the back of Branson's neck, knocking him forwards. Puffer hits the ropes again with more momentum, trying to smash Branson straight out of the ring, but the second shot doesn't do it, nor the third. Puffer goes back to the well one more time, but this time Branson turns as Puffer runs in, raising his leg to boot Puffer right in the face! Puffer goes down, with Branson shaking his head to clear the cobwebs from the multiple hits he took.*

Rockwell: One kick is all it takes to shift the momentum.

Hood: Did you see the size of that boot? Of course it shook Puffer up, it would shake ANYBODY up!

Lissandra Thomas: You see, Dylan? We have nothing to worry about, Dave will take care of this.

*Branson stomps back over to Puffer, pulling him off the mat. Puffer tries a weak swing, but Branson blocks it, catching the arm in close. He then slams Puffer with repeated headbutts, leaving Puffer wobbling on his feet. The A-List Fixer looks expressionless again, Puffer's attacks having wiped the smile from his face. He drags Puffer over to the corner, lifting him up and dropping him hard on the turnbuckle with a Snake Eyes variation. Puffer collapses to his knees, with a kick from Branson putting his head on the bottom turnbuckle. Branson steps back... then viciously kicks Puffer in the head, driving his face into the turnbuckle!! The crowd gasps from the viciousness of this hit, as Branson drags Puffer out of the corner and puts a hand on him for the cover... 1... 2... but Puffer manages to kick out!*

Hood: That was brutal!

Lissandra Thomas: The true definition of a 'curb stomp'.

Hood: That's how it's done in the real world! Puffer's lucky to still be conscious!

*Back in control, Branson has Puffer up, popping him a few times in the corner with sharp jabs. Puffer looks glassy-eyed, his thoughts shaky. Branson coughs for a second, still feeling the pain from earlier, but he shakes it off like a true professional. He lines up Puffer and runs forward for another big boot. But this time Puffer moves, and Branson ends up hamstrung over the ropes! That doesn't help Branson's pain, even as Puffer runs to the ropes and returns, throwing his body weight into Branson to send him toppling to the outside! Puffer hangs onto the ropes, looking down at Branson, as if about to try a high-risk maneuver. But, knowing this is outside his comfort zone, Puffer instead just steps through the ropes and carefully comes down off the apron, landing next to Branson. He starts kicking at the larger wrestler, content to keep him down for now.*

Rockwell: Jack Puffer has Dave Branson in trouble!

Hood: How the hell is this even possible??

Rockwell: You've got to stop seeing Puffer as the OCW jobber, Hood! He's starting to become a well-rounded threat in the wrestling ring!

Hood: Nah, that can't be it...

Lissandra Thomas: Baby, maybe you should...

*Dylan Thomas is already on his feet, grabbing the chair he was sitting on and folding it up. At the nearby corner of the ring, Puffer is continuing his assault, landing some forearm uppercuts to keep Branson from fully recovering. He grabs Branson by the head, thinking about banging his forehead into the side of the turnbuckle post. But before Puffer can finish his motion, Dylan Thomas is there, hammering Puffer in the back with the chair!! Puffer collapses to the ground, hurting badly from the impact. Dylan steps over him, showing no respect, and ignores the referee's warnings from inside the ring. He talks to Branson, making sure the big man is doing okay. Branson nods, telling Dylan he didn't need any help, but it was appreciated nonetheless.*

Rockwell: So is this why Branson requires a No Disqualification rule, to allow Dylan to save him?

Lissandra Thomas: There was no saving involved. Dave could have easily turned this around. Dylan just wanted to help his friend.

Hood: There's nothing wrong with that.

Rockwell: There's PLENTY wrong with that!

Hood: Says a man who doesn't understand friendship.

*Branson finishes recovering, stretching out his back, before turning towards Dylan and nodding. The two men turn to grab Puffer... who's not there anymore. Both wrestlers look around, confused, but Puffer's nowhere to be seen. Lissandra, from the announce table, stands up, looking around as well. Dylan's the first one to figure it out, realizing that most likely place Puffer could have gone is hiding under the ring. He shakes his head, telling it to Branson, and then looks under, searching around. He doesn't see anything in the darkness, apparently, so he crawls underneath the ring instead, disappearing from view. Branson leans over to try to see what's going on, but he still can't see. He looks around, seeing the nearby fans, and walks over to them, 'requesting' their phone to use. The fans step back... and Jack Puffer pops up in front of them, swinging a lady's purse into the side of Branson's skull!!! Branson staggers away, as Puffer hops over the railing, swinging again and again!*

Rockwell: Puffer fooled us all, hiding in almost plain sight!

Hood: What the hell is in that purse that's doing so much damage??

Rockwell: The longer a woman has a purse, the more items accumulate, making it a potentially serious weapon!

Lissandra Thomas: Dylan! Come back out!!

*Branson appears to have been cut open, showing that the bag definitely contains something heavy. After one more hit that sends a hurting Branson back into the ring, Puffer turns and tosses the purse back towards the fans. They make sure it gets to the rather large-looking lady who Puffer borrowed it from. She seems content on how it was used. Puffer slides back into the ring, moving up on the staggered Branson, and jumps onto his back, applying a sleeper hold! He manages to lock it on correctly, hanging on as Branson staggers back and forth, trying to free himself. The referee slides around them, checking to see if Branson is going to tap out, or even pass out. Branson drops to a knee, trying to find some oxygen, but then manages to rise back up. He refuses to stay down, trying to pry Puffer's arms loose.*

Lissandra Thomas: You can do it! Throw him off!

Rockwell: Is it okay for you to get worked up like this, with you pregnant and all?

Hood: She'll be fine, Adrian, and so will Branson now that Dylan is back!

*Dylan Thomas has come out from under the ring, looking flustered. He had heard all the noise above, but it took time to get back out. He comes into the ring, brandishing his steel chair once again. As Dylan starts to come at Puffer's exposed back, though, Branson suddenly starts driving backwards, having decided to crush Puffer into the corner! Dylan has no time to react, being driven back as well, with the three men, and the steel chair, smashing together into the turnbuckle!!! Branson takes a step forward, shaking his head confusingly, before falling forward to the mat! Puffer drops to the side, holding onto the ropes, gasping for air. Dylan is just hanging in the corner, his chair having fallen, forgotten, next to him. Nobody looks in great shape as the referee stays close, waiting to see what happens.*

Lissandra Thomas: Dylan!!

Rockwell: Looks like Lissandra is leaving us to check on her husband.

Hood: I don't blame her, Dylan just got caught in some terrible cross-fire!

*Dylan slowly falls out of the corner, rolling towards the apron, where Lissandra is there to meet him. She checks on him, looking concerned. In the meantime, Dave Branson is trying to get back up, looking dazed. It's impossible to tell where the chair did the most damage, but it definitely affected both wrestlers. He slowly makes his way over to where Puffer is trying to rise up. He goes for Puffer's throat once again, dragging him up. He pulls Puffer towards the center of the ring, deciding that it's time to end it, even if he's currently seeing two of his opponent. He balances back and forth, clearing his head, before lifting Puffer up for FIXED!! But as Puffer goes up, he breaks free of Branson's grip with some sort of hand hold, twisting around and landing behind him. He scoops the chair off the ground, and as Branson turns, Puffer nails him again in the head! Branson falls backwards to the mat, with Puffer immediately grabbing him by the legs and sending him up with a catapult into the corner. Puffer then grabs him from behind, landing Under The Lights (Backstabber)!!! With Branson down, Puffer makes the cover... 1... 2... 3!!!!!*

Minos: Here is your winner... "The Good Detective" Jack Puffer!!

Hood: What the fuck??

Rockwell: And Jack Puffer gets his biggest victory so far to date!

Hood: ... What the fuck??

Rockwell: Branson put up a great fight, but Puffer just had the quicker, sneakier moves tonight, and they paid off!

Hood: ... What the fuck??

Rockwell: I know you're stunned, Hood, but Jack Puffer is proving that he's no longer a joke! The man can win matches!

Hood: ... This has to be an alternate reality or something...



*Jack Puffer gets back to his feet, looking a little shaky but pleased. He steps over and thanks the referee for his service, getting a confused eyebrow raise from said referee. He then starts to leave the ring, only to have Lissandra Thomas step in his path, looking upset!*

Rockwell: What's Lissandra doing?

Hood: She needs to be careful, Puffer's liable to try to investigate her unborn child!

*Puffer, lost, talks to Lissandra, asking if she wanted him to know something. Slowly, she nods, then smiles. Behind Puffer, Dylan Thomas slides back into the ring. He spins Puffer around, and drops him with the Perfect Finisher!!! Puffer's down, as Dylan gets back to his feet.*

Rockwell: Puffer's down! Some revenge from the Unified X Division Champion!

Hood: He's so quick to protect his wife. It's amazing how much he cares for her!

Rockwell: Oh, please, Lissandra was obviously the distraction!

Hood: I saw nothing obvious about it. Next time, Puffer should just keep walking!

*Puffer's still down, as Dylan goes to help up Dave Branson. Lissandra just smirks down at Puffer, as we slowly go to commercial.*







*We return to the backstage area, where Ed Houston is seen walking down the hallway towards the garage. His night is complete with his victory over Lightning. Bob Black follows behind, still looking upset. They turn the corner... and almost run into Deana Barrows, who is standing there waiting. She's still got that usual smile on her face.*

Ed Houston: Sorry. Excuse us. We need to get to the airport.

Deana Barrows: Not a problem. Mr. Houston. I just wanted to make sure you got this before you left.

*Deana holds out a folder to Ed, who looks at it suspiciously. Bob leans forward behind him, trying to see over Houston's shoulder as he slowly opens the folder.*

Deana Barrows: As you can see, it's all official. All it needs is your signature.

*Bob almost jumps on Houston's shoulders, suddenly excited, but Ed pushes him off, reading the contract in front of him.*

Ed Houston: But... I told you...

Deana Barrows: You said to wanted to earn the opportunity on your own, didn't you? Well... you've earned it. No strings attached, Mr. Houston. Sign this, and you're the #1 contender to the GCWA World Title.

*Houston hesitates, looking over the contract once more.*

Deana Barrows: Isn't this what you wanted, Mr. Houston?

Ed Houston: Yes, but...

Bob Black: Ed, God help me, I'm going to hurt you if you don't sign that contract right now!!

*Houston looks at Bob, knowing that Bob could never hurt him. Bob knows it, too, but he still seems to mean his threat. He holds out a pen to Houston, who takes it.*

Ed Houston: ... Let's do it.

*Houston signs the contract, and you can hear the cheers within the arena. Deana smiles and takes the contract from Ed, holding it under one arm. Houston looks like he wanted to read it some more, just to find out about any surprises. But that's not going to happen.*

Deana Barrows: Thank you, Mr. Houston. You're the #1 contender. Which means that, if The Big Bifford is not dropped from his suspension... you'll be defending the World Title at Darkness Falls. Enjoy your flight.

*Deana smiles and turns, walking away. Houston still looks uncertain, but Bob Black is beside himself with excitement.*

Bob Black: We have to celebrate! You've done it!

*Houston doesn't say anything, but he's obviously wondering what he's actually done. They turn and walk over, as we return to ringside.*

Rockwell: Ed Houston is the official #1 contender!

Hood: Something tells me Jonathan & Hunter aren't going to be too pleased.

Rockwell: Maybe not, but it was Deana's choice, and she thinks Ed has earned it with his victories as of late, including defeating The Incredible One.

Hood: Yep, but all his losses in the GCWA have been to The Big Bifford. Can he stop the streak?

Rockwell: Or will he even fight Bifford? Who would be the "new" #1 contender if Bifford stays suspended? I guess we'll find out when we get there. In the meantime, we've got a title on the line!

Hood: Hell yes!


Singles Match
Duce Jones(8-1)(c) vs. "Mad Dog" Mark Wright (2-1)

Minos: The next match... is our main event of the evening... and will be for the GCWA North American Championship!!

*This never fails in getting a pop from the crowd, who love being there with a title on the line.*

Minos: Introducing first... the challenger... standing 6'2" and weighing 238 lbs... from The Hills of West Virginia... with his manager, Sunny Jim... the #1 Contender... "Mad Dog" Mark Wright!!

"AAAAAARRRRRRRGGGGG! ROOF! ROOF! ROOF!"

*The sound of banjo picking begins to play over the PA.*

Woke up early this morning
As I looked around my world be crumblin' down
What I saw, I couldn't believe, Who are you?
What might I be? Oh, the things you do

*"Mad Dog" Mark Wright comes barreling through the entrance way. Chugging a can of beer. He stops at the top of the entrance way, and smashes the can on his head. Sunny Jim comes out from behind, walking with his client. Mad Dog throws the smashed can into the crowd and then pulls his jacket off throwing it down and runs down the entrance way and slides under the bottom rope into the ring.*

Rockwell: Mad Dog earned this opportunity tonight with a commanding victory over Adi Gold and Lusus at High Rollers.

Hood: I really felt the passion and energy from the promo this week.

Rockwell: Mad Dog definitely seemed invested in breaking free from his fears and becoming a champion.

Hood: No, I meant Sunny Jim. That guy's going places, and I think he's taking Mad Dog with him!

Minos: His opponent...

*The fans are buzzing, but soon turn to a mixed reaction as a voice begins to speak through the PA system.*

"And the whole world loves it when you sing the blues... Da. Da.. Da. Da. Da.. Da...."

*The opening sounds of "Godspeed" by Don Trip begins to play as the lights inside of the arena turn a crimson hue color, soon the stage filling up with smoke. After about a minute of waiting, Duce Jones slowly emerge through the fog, mixed emotions coming from the crowd.*

Minos: Now coming to the ring... standing 6'0" and weighing in at 215 lbs... from Memphis, Tennessee... here is your current GCWA North American Champion... Duce Jones!!

*Slowly making his way towards the ring, Jones ignores the cheers and jeers that the fans are giving, as he soon makes it to ringside. Climbing onto the apron, Duce goes to the corner to his right, climbing onto the second rope and peering out into the crowd. Finally done, he goes through the ropes and removes his hooded vest and championship as he prepares for action.*

Rockwell: Duce came face-to-face with real life this week, with the shooting death of one of his neighbors.

Hood: I will say, thinking about those kids spending the night with their dead mother... yeah, no jokes, that's just soul-crushing.

Rockwell: You have to wonder, though, is Duce fully focused on tonight's match? You can't go half-speed against a talent like this.

Hood: Yep, he'd better find his focus, or Sunny Jim is going to make him pay!

Rockwell: Or, more likely, "Mad Dog" Mark Wright.

Hood: Yep, him too.

*The Bell Rings.*

Rockwell: It's on! Can Duce Jones retain once again?

Hood: Hard to bet against him, but I'd never bet for him...

Rockwell: Wait, what?

*Mad Dog gets a few more tips from Sunny Jim, nodding, then waving him away. He's ready to wrestle. The champion is waiting in the center of the ring, as Mad Dog walks up to him. The two show their respect for the other before locking up, struggling against each other for momentum. Mad Dog is able to use his strength to move Duce backwards into the corner, holding him there. The referee calls for the break, and Mad Dog immediately does so, stepping back with his arms up. Duce pulls himself back together and comes out, going for the lock-up again. This time, as they're heading back to the corner, Duce reverses, and Mad Dog ends up with his back to the pads. The ref again calls for a break, and Duce does it cleanly, while also raising his arms as if to say "That's how it's done". Mad Dog doesn't look very pleased, stepping forward.*

Rockwell: There may be respect here, but both men know this one's for a championship.

Hood: Yeah, screw fucking respect, kick each other's asses!

*The two wrestlers lock up again, this time with Mad Dog getting a headlock on Duce. The champ immediately pushes Mad Dog towards the ropes, dislodging him and sending Mad Dog running to the other side. Duce charges to meet him, going for a clothesline, but Mad Dog ducks under it. He comes back, driving himself forward, but Duce leapfrogs over him, avoiding the charge. Mad Dog rebounds one more time, and Duce turns, catching him with a hip toss. Both wrestlers hop up, with Duce grabbing for Mad Dog, only to get hip tossed himself! He jumps back to his feet, with Mad Dog going for a running knee. Duce blocks it with his hands, knocking it away, then snaps out a roundhouse kick. Mad Dog barely avoids it, ducking backwards. He retreats a couple of steps, as the crowd gives a good reaction for the quick action so far.*

Rockwell: Always love it when the wrestlers appear to be evenly matched.

Hood: Duce may have a lot of skills, but there's one thing he can't match that Mad Dog has.

Rockwell: Let me guess, Sunny Jim?

Hood: Bingo!

*The two wrestlers lock up again, this time with Duce getting the upper hand. He pushes Mad Dog into the ropes, then shoots him across to the other side. As Mad Dog returns, Duce goes flat, with Mad Dog hopping over him. Duce pops back up and hits the ropes himself, returning and leaping into the air for a Superman punch! Mad Dog, on the move, manages to duck it, though, then grabs a surprised Duce from the side, lifting him up and hitting a belly-to-back suplex! Duce, feeling the damage, rolls to his side, with Mad Dog getting up to his feet. Sunny Jim is shouting at him to pile on the champ, and he does so, dropping onto Duce and punching away. All Duce can do is try to cover up and avoid as many of the hits as possible.*

Rockwell: Mad Dog bringing out that moonshiner style of fighting!

Hood: Does that make Duce punch drunk?

Rockwell: ...

Hood: Apologies, everyone, that sucked... I blame Adrian's influence.

Rockwell: Hey!

*With Sunny Jim continuing to shout instructions, Mad Dog pulls Duce off the canvas, dragging him over to the corner. He rams his shoulder into Duce's gut a few times before climbing up and continuing the punching. The fans count along, but at 7, Duce suddenly lifts Mad Dog up, taking a couple of steps before dropping the surprised wrestler with a powerbomb variation! Mad Dog arches his back off the mat, hurting, but it takes a moment for Duce to pull himself back together to continue the attack. Both wrestlers get up, with Mad Dog stepping in, only to take a boot to the middle. Duce then lifts Mad Dog up, only to spin it into a neckbreaker! He performs this twice more, to the cheers of the crowd, who recognize the combination known as Eye of the Hurricane. After the third one hits, Duce makes the cover, holding the legs... 1... 2.. and Mad Dog pushes his way out of the pin.*

Rockwell: Whenever you think that Duce is falling behind, he always finds a way to get back in it!

Hood: The guy has no quit in him. His future life would probably be a lot better if he did, honestly.

Rockwell: Duce doesn't worry about the future, just here and now!

*The champion is back up now, sending Mad Dog hard into the corner. He follows right behind, hitting the running crossbody and ending up on the outside. As Mad Dog staggers forward, Duce sets himself to spring up for the second half of Duce's Wild! But he's stopped when Sunny Jim grabs at his foot, causing Duce to have to come back to the apron! Sunny Jim immediately turns and walks away, pretending to have done nothing, as Duce angrily glares back at him. He looks back, seeing that Mad Dog is out of range now, so he steps through the ropes instead and goes after him, reaching for his back. But Mad Dog spins to face him, catching Duce and snapping him over with a German suplex! Duce flattens out on the mat, as Mad Dog hurries over to the corner. He climbs to the second turnbuckle and leaps off with an elbow drop, nailing the champ! The cover is made... 1... 2... and Duce kicks out!*

Rockwell: Interference from Sunny Jim nearly cost Duce the championship!

Hood: You say "interference", I say a hell of a good manager!

Rockwell: I wonder how much money he's skimming from Mad Dog's winnings.

Hood: That's between Sunny Jim and Mad Dog... well, mainly Sunny Jim...

*Mad Dog is back up now, dragging Duce with him. He applies a headlock, holding tight onto Duce's head, and adding in his trademark noogie. He then takes a step, planning to drop Duce headfirst to the mat. But Duce pushes him off instead, throwing Mad Dog off-balance. Duce hits the ropes and comes back, trying for a bicycle knee strike! Mad Dog dodges it, then grabs hold of the champ, taking him over with an exploder suplex! The momentum of the move causes Duce to end up in the corner, painfully pulling himself up. Seeing this, Mad Dog moves to the opposite corner, setting himself and rushing forward with a spear! But Duce leaps over the charge, falling to his knees upon landing, as Mad Dog passes by and crashes shoulder-first into the turnbuckle!! Mad Dog just hangs there for a few seconds, as we see a shocked Sunny Jim looking on from the outside.*

Hood: Jesus! Mad Dog might have just separated his shoulder there!

Rockwell: That was an extremely painful miss by the #1 contender, and it could cost him the match!

Hood: How the hell is Duce Jones this lucky??

*Duce Jones slowly gets back to his feet, holding the back of his neck. The varied suplexes have really taken their toll on the champion. He turns and looks over to where Mad Dog is finally sliding out of the corner, dropping to a hanging position against the ropes. Seeing this, Duce comes in, jumping to the outside and getting a Nice To Knee You variation!! Mad Dog falls back into the ring, clearly knocked senseless. Duce steps through the ropes, making sure that Sunny Jim is staying far away from him, before walking over to Mad Dog. He pulls the wrestler up, getting Mad Dog onto his shoulders and dropping with the Final Tic 2.0!! Mad Dog looks down and out, as Duce pulls himself back to his feet, ready to finish this contest.*

Rockwell: I think we're about to see the Duce of Clubs!

Hood: Do something, Sunny Jim!

Rockwell: He's helpless on the outside, Hood! There's nothing he can do!

Hood: Well, he's still trying anyway!

*As Duce sets himself, waiting for Mad Dog to reach his feet, Sunny Jim can be seen on the apron, yelling at the referee to get his attention. He and the referee argue, with Sunny Jim declaring some little known rule having been broken. Duce ignores them, going to grab Mad Dog for the Ripcord headbutt, the first step of the Duce of Clubs! But Mad Dog yanks free, then swings at Duce with all his might with the Mountaineer Lariat!! Duce is able to avoid it, though, twisting under Mad Dog's arm, then setting on the other side of it. Mad Dog responds instantly, grabbing Duce's head and trying for the Wright Way (RKO)!! Duce reverses, though, kicking Mad Dog and setting him for the Ripcord Headbut! And then.... the lights go out!!*

Hood: Shit!!

Rockwell: We've lost power in the GCWA Arena!

Hood: But when that happens, it can only be....

*The lights come back up... and Mike Zybala is standing in the ring!!*

Hood: GHOST!!!!

Rockwell: What the hell is Zybala doing here??

*Sunny Jim, perhaps realizing that something's going on, grabs at the referee, feigning terror at the brief loss of lights. Meanwhile, Duce turns towards the new threat, but Mad Dog is fighting against his grip, keeping Duce from getting all the way around. Zybala, meanwhile, has a perfect shot, coming in with a superkick right to the side of Duce's head!!! Duce collapses to the mat, out cold, with Zybala standing straight up with a smile! The fans, not liking this event, start to boo, as Zybala turns towards Mad Dog... and Mad Dog rushes forward, clotheslining Zybala over the ropes and to the outside!!! Zybala lands hard on the outside mats, flat on his back, as Mad Dog looks out at him, still unsure of what's going on. The lights then go out again!*

Hood: NO!! Where is he??

Rockwell: I can't see a thing! Hey, Hood, stop swinging, I'm too close to you!

Hood: AAAAHHHH!!!

*The lights come back up again, and Mike Zybala is gone! Mad Dog looks out to the spot where Zybala landed, surprised. He turns back, seeing that Duce is still down from the superkick. He turns towards Sunny Jim, who suddenly has decided to stop grabbing at the referee and let things go where they may. He yells at Mad Dog to finish things, with Mad Dog still looking unsure about this whole situation. But with Sunny Jim's prompting, Mad Dog heads to the ropes, climbing up as quick as he can. He doesn't waste time at the top, immediately flying off with Go Mad (top-rope diving headbutt), landing it perfectly!! Duce appears to be out, as Mad Dog considers him again. He makes the cover, holding onto the legs just in case, as the referee moves in... 1... 2... 3!!!!!*

Minos: Here is your winner... and the NEW GCWA North American Champion.... "Mad Dog" Mark Wright!!

Hood: I can't believe it! The reign is over!

Rockwell: Thanks mainly to Zybala's intervention!

Hood: And Sunny Jim's brains to take advantage of it!

Rockwell: It probably isn't the way Mad Dog wanted to win this one... but win he did, and he's done what so many have failed at, taking the championship away from Duce Jones!

Hood: The biggest question is, why did the ghost want Duce to lose?

Rockwell: Who knows what Zybala was thinking, or if he was going to attack Mad Dog next!

Hood: Never trust a ghost!

Rockwell: All that matters here is that we have a new champion, ending our night with controversy!

Hood: Way to go, Sunny Jim!

Rockwell: Good night, all!



*Suddenly, we leave the ringside around behind. Outside the GCWA Arena stands The Big Bifford, wearing his MAGICAL FLEECE with the GCWA Championship over his shoulder. He looks at the camera and raises a cigar to his lips, smoking heartily.*

The Big Bifford: Hey GCWA fans.. The Big Bifford here.. I'm suspended so I can't be inside, but I'm here to remind Deana and Johnny and Ace and everyone else.. I'm the GCWA World Champion... and that means something. This belt has a long and prestigious history... it was first held by... shit... who was it? Kenny, do you know?

*Bifford looks off camera and his lackey Kenny the Intern walks over to him holding a binder and flipping through pages.*

Kenny: Says... Stone Cold Steve Austin..

*Bifford bursts out in laughter.*

The Big Bifford: Shit that's funny... okay, nevermind who the first Champion was... but Derek Mobley, Lurrr, Bifford, and Draco are all big names.. and we've all held this belt.. so it matters. So if you want the GCWA to remain relevant... it's time to reinstate me...

*Bifford pats the belt.*

The Big Bifford: Because without this belt, the GCWA is nothing... I'm glad to fight Ed... Ed can join the prestigious club of people I've beaten three times... Dangerous Dan is the president of the club, but Mario, Duce, Lurrr and The Lost Soul are quite an amazing membership... Ed Houston belongs right there with them..

*Smirking at the camera*

The Big Bifford: Hell, if Eric Dane hadn't run away from the company, I'd have beaten him twice more too.

*Looking over at the arena.*

The Big Bifford: So.. Johnny boy... Deana... call me. Let's get me to the next Inferno... and let's get the GCWA back on the road to success.

*Giving the thumbs up, Bifford and Kenny begin walking away quickly as they see a security team heading toward them. We see the credits, and the show comes to an end.*


OOC: That concludes another Friday Night Inferno! Thank you to the Big Bifford for being the only person to send in a segment. Others did discuss what would happen in different matches, so we did have communication. We just got to work on expanding upon that on the next Inferno... which will NOT be next week. Due to popular demand, we're taking the American Thanksgiving week off, at least in terms of rp'ing. We'll get some other things going on the boards, to hopefully keep everything active. I'll put something out soon for the December 6th card to figure out who can roleplay for it. For those who celebrate, have a Happy Thanksgiving! We'll see you later!

GCWA Presents - Friday Night Inferno

LIVE! Friday, December 6th, 2019

From the GCWA Arena, Dallas, TX

Opener

TBD

Mid-Card

TBD

Main Event

TBD

Roleplaying will be from Friday, November 29th to Wednesday, December 4th, giving you 6 days to post your roleplay. Remember, each must be in before 12:00am CST to count.

Good luck to all!