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Post by Red Pirate Rogers on Dec 1, 2022 10:22:19 GMT -5
The newly single Red Pirate Rogers enters the increasingly raucous Killie's, and sees the party in full swing. Arizona and Chesterton in conversation, Pierre hugging Jackson, and he smiles...wondering why he avoided the fun of this part of the job.
Before he can get to the group, a few female fans intercept him and tell him how rotten his ex-Jessie is. Rogers smiles as he tries to join the guys, they're comely but it's a little too soon to jump back into old habits. "We all have our own course to chart. I'm sorry ladies, but tonight my course is set for camaraderie..."
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Post by Penguino on Dec 1, 2022 10:37:22 GMT -5
Penguino walks into killies way later than usual as he sat in the crowd on the rafters for the remainder of the show. Arizona walks over to him and the two begin to chat.
Arizona “Hey thanks for knocking Pierre out for me man er penguin.”
Penguino “I was hoping to possibly have both of you lose to make it however at least it was you and not Buffalo as we both have some history with him”
Arizona “Yeah seriously.”
Penguino goes over to Jackson and they talk for a little while before Johnny comes in surprisingly happy and orders a drink with Penguino
Kobra “Should we tell them yet.”
Penguino “At the finals.”
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Post by Thumper Moore III on Dec 1, 2022 11:31:11 GMT -5
“Hey, Amazo— Arizona, this was left for you.” Jackson handed Arizona a napkin. Arizona took the napkin and looked at the contents, snickered, and put it in his pocket.
“Hey Jax, can I get a couple shots of Black Barrel? I want to show Chest what a real drink tastes like.”
“No can do, my man. Caine just bought the last bottle and headed out.”
Arizona frowned, not at the thought of missing out on the drink of choice, but at the thought of someone drinking alone. “Then let’s do a Delbac Dorado from Arizona and a Penderyn from Wales. We’ll be enemies in seven days, but tonight, Arizona and Chesterton celebrate each other.”
On the way back to the table, Chance literally bumps into Red on his way to the restroom. He stops, looks at his long-time friend, and in that look so much information is exchanged— Congratulations on the win tonight. Good luck against Caliber. If you beat him, we may meet for your belt. I hope that happens— we’d put on a hell of a show. Sorry about Jessie, have a drink tonight and get back on that horse when you’re ready. But all anyone else sees is Chance pat Rogers on the shoulder, and Rogers nodding in return.
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Post by “Heartbroken” Mack Caliber on Dec 2, 2022 9:16:35 GMT -5
After Rogers has left the arena, Conor Caine gets up and shakes the cobwebs. The fans give him a cheer. He makes his way to the edge of the ring facing the timekeepers table and calls for a mic.CAINE: Well now that two guys have finished their tête-à-tête about their waist attire, I think it's time I introduced myself to our former champ - officially. CAINE: Mack Caliber, my name is Conor Caine. You might recognise me as one of the guys keeping asses in seats around here while you've been off your feet. I'm a pretty simple guy: I have two vices - kicking ass and chasing gold. I like cheap burritos, Irish whiskey and the buzz of standing behind that curtain waiting for my music to hit. I operate under one philosophy: Honor.CAINE: Now I don't know if your docs have you on so many meds that you've lost the run of yourself, or if maybe you think that carrying the strap like a goddamn boss all year - which you did - gives you the right to interrupt a match you weren't booked in, to talk about match that you're not even fit to have, but - Mack - I'm not a man to be interrupted, especially when I'm out here to work. And I'm sure as hell not the man to stand for anybody - not you, not God, and not Nonna Mongoose, who I hear was the salt of the earth - turning their back on and talking about like they're not in the room with me. I appreciate the props, honestly, and I give you your dues tenfold - you're the man around here, no doubt - but the day I let anybody disrespect me the way you did here tonight is the day I die! CAINE: But I want you to know that this isn't personal: I do admire you, greatly, and I don't think you slighted me intentionally. However - and I'm sure I don't need to tell you this - the Honor Code dictates that any slight is answered. So once you're done with Rogers, I invite you to meet me between these ropes and we can get to each other better. And when the time comes, I won't be interested in what you wear around your waist on the way to the ring, because you'll be wearing my foot up your ass on the way out. Caine drops the mic, rolls out of the ring and leaves. JWA.com Toni comes running back toward me backstage after the show with a cameraman and asks me what I think about what Conor said. Toni, in retrospect there’s things I’d do different. Things I don’t think through, that come off malignant. I tried to get to the ring before the bell rang. I guess being on time that night just wasn’t my thang. So Conor, I apologize for my poor timing. But Conor, listen closely to what I’m about to be rhyming. See, you talked about keeping asses in seats— And for that I thank you, but you’re about to get your ass beat. Doc says I’m good to go next week. Hallelujah, amen! Let’s not wait till after I get my belt back to settle this then. Let’s do this thing on Glory in a couple weeks time. I look forward to getting to know your fists, and for you to know mine. Toni, we good? I turn around and walk out with a gauntlet thrown down.
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Post by Thumper Moore III on Dec 6, 2022 16:22:43 GMT -5
“I’m headed out. Any sage advice from the best manager I’ve ever had?”
Veronica looked at Arizona and shook her head. “My shoulder still hurts from that spear I gave Jessie. My only advice— come home in one piece, and don’t compare abs with your opponent.”
“HEY! That’s hitting below the belt!” Arizona laughed as he hugged his wife goodbye, hiding his nervous excitement. Tonight, I cement my legacy as one of the greatest of all time. Tonight, I have what may be the final opportunity of my career to win this tournament. Tonight—“
“Tonight, don’t forget to take out the trash when you get home. Tomorrow is trash pickup.” Veronica gave Arizona a peck on the cheek as he left for the arena.
Tonight, I come home to a loving family, and that’s better than anything I could win in the ring. But the J-1 is close.
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Post by Bad Luck Bradley on Dec 6, 2022 16:38:10 GMT -5
“I’m headed out. Any sage advice from the best manager I’ve ever had?” Veronica looked at Arizona and shook her head. “My shoulder still hurts from that spear I gave Jessie. My only advice— come home in one piece, and don’t compare abs with your opponent.” “HEY! That’s hitting below the belt!” Arizona laughed as he hugged his wife goodbye, hiding his nervous excitement. Tonight, I cement my legacy as one of the greatest of all time. Tonight, I have what may be the final opportunity of my career to win this tournament. Tonight—““Tonight, don’t forget to take out the trash when you get home. Tomorrow is trash pickup.” Veronica gave Arizona a peck on the cheek as he left for the arena. Tonight, I come home to a loving family, and that’s better than anything I could win in the ring. But the J-1 is close.OOC: UH OH AMAZONIA IS SETTING UP HEARTBREAK I CAN FEEL IT BRAD FEELS BAD.
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Post by Thumper Moore III on Dec 6, 2022 16:59:55 GMT -5
“I’m headed out. Any sage advice from the best manager I’ve ever had?” Veronica looked at Arizona and shook her head. “My shoulder still hurts from that spear I gave Jessie. My only advice— come home in one piece, and don’t compare abs with your opponent.” “HEY! That’s hitting below the belt!” Arizona laughed as he hugged his wife goodbye, hiding his nervous excitement. Tonight, I cement my legacy as one of the greatest of all time. Tonight, I have what may be the final opportunity of my career to win this tournament. Tonight—““Tonight, don’t forget to take out the trash when you get home. Tomorrow is trash pickup.” Veronica gave Arizona a peck on the cheek as he left for the arena. Tonight, I come home to a loving family, and that’s better than anything I could win in the ring. But the J-1 is close.OOC: UH OH AMAZONIA IS SETTING UP HEARTBREAK I CAN FEEL IT BRAD FEELS BAD. OOC: Amazoni— Arizona always plays both sides. There’s plans either way. It’s up to you all what you think makes a more compelling story— Arizona achieving the goal he set out to accomplish six months ago, giving him momentum as he faces the possible end of his career on Jan 13th, or coming agonizingly close and not closing the deal? Is Chesterton strong enough to be the only guy to not take a loss the whole tournament and have a shot at becoming a double champion, or does he ride a wave made of tears back home to Wales and then get ready to be the best tag team champ he can be, while probably still being in the thick of the world title picture?
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Post by Dark Mauler on Dec 8, 2022 6:00:20 GMT -5
*Tommy End sits alone in a slightly dilapidated apartment, watching the J1 finals. As the match ends, Tommy turns the TV off and begins to speak.* Tommy End: First off, congrats to you, Arizona. Hell of a win for your resume. But that’s not why I’m here. I’ve heard people say that I’m mad about who Red Pirate Rogers is defending his title against. That I think I deserve a shot at the gold. Those people are completely right. Ever since I lost that title, how many chances have I got to regain it? One. In a battle royale. And I didn’t know the title was on the line when I went into that match. So how many one on one matches for the title is that? Zero. You’d think making the champ tap out would be cause to get a title match, but that’s not the case either. I guess it’s pretty easy to pick up a win against Red right now, but I didn’t know it was worth that little. I’d be fine with some people getting a shot, Arizona just won the J1, Chesterton is on great form, and as much as I hate him, Conor Caine has definitely earned a shot. But to give a match to a guy who just decided to come back? Someone who didn’t have to earn a rematch? It just doesn’t make sense. Unless… you know you can’t beat me. Now, I can see that I’m not the first person to stake a claim on that title. But if you can beat your buddy Mack, and Conor Caine, and Arizona, and whoever else you want to fight instead of me? I’ll be ready to take that belt out of your hands.
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Post by Chad Shredsbury on Dec 8, 2022 23:32:08 GMT -5
Big Waves sit at the bar in Killie’s enjoying several cocktails. Pierre swills from his chalice as Chesterton knocks back a shot of whisky.
Pierre. Sorry you lost, little bro.
Chesterton. No worries, mate. That J1 was every bit the ride you told me it would be. And I’d not have changed a thing. I bloody loved it.
Pierre. I’m happy.
Chesterton. You should be. We’ve got a lot to be happy about, brother. We both did a great job fighting the finest talent in the wrestling world. And do you know what else? We’re here. The holidays are coming. And we’ve got each other, the tag gold, and Jackson filling our souls with spirits.
Pierre. (Let’s put a huge belch).
Chesterton. That. Smells. Awful.
Pierre. Sorry. I meant to say if we make it to new years we will be the longest tag champion in JWA history.
Chesterton. Is that so? I don’t figure you the sort who paid any mind to that sort of thing.
Jackson. He isn’t. I told him.
Chesterton. Well then. Pour yourself a round on us please, Mr. Jackson. And bottoms up to that.
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Post by Pierre The Enormous on Dec 8, 2022 23:37:27 GMT -5
Big Waves sit at the bar in Killie’s enjoying several cocktails. Pierre swills from his chalice as Chesterton knocks back a shot of whisky. Pierre. Sorry you lost, little bro. Chesterton. No worries, mate. That J1 was every bit the ride you told me it would be. And I’d not have changed a thing. I bloody loved it. Pierre. I’m happy. Chesterton. You should be. We’ve got a lot to be happy about, brother. We both did a great job fighting the finest talent in the wrestling world. And do you know what else? We’re here. The holidays are coming. And we’ve got each other, the tag gold, and Jackson filling our souls with spirits. Pierre. (Let’s put a huge belch). Chesterton. That. Smells. Awful. Pierre. Sorry. I meant to say if we make it to new years we will be the longest tag champion in JWA history. Chesterton. Is that so? I don’t figure you the sort who paid any mind to that sort of thing. Jackson. He isn’t. I told him. Chesterton. Well then. Pour yourself a round on us please, Mr. Jackson. And bottoms up to that. Jackson: Thanks bros *he throws a hang loose sign our way and pours himself a glass*
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Post by Thumper Moore III on Dec 9, 2022 13:41:04 GMT -5
Arizona’s Digifoto
Arizona is seated in his customary location, in a high backed leather chair next to an oak end table. An antique highball glass filled with an amber liqueur is on the table. Behind him are plaques and replica belts chronicling his achievements— and displayed most prominently is the 2022 J-1 Tournament trophy.
“JWA fans… what can I say except thank you for being with me every step of my journey here? You’re the reason I do this. You’re the reason that I have every accomplishment on my trophy wall, including my newest—“ (Arizona paused and dramatically gestures at the trophy with a huge, s*** eating grin on his face) “this year’s J-1 championship.”
Arizona cannot contain himself as he stands up, grabs the trophy off its shelf on his wall, and holds it like a loving wife he hasn’t seen in months, cradling it in a huge hug. He gently wipes off his fingerprint marks with a white sham after gently placing it back in its rightful location.
“Now then, where was I? I remember now. Chesterton, you gave me everything I could handle, and you would have made a deserving champion. Pierre, you made my journey difficult— you put me in 4th place after two weeks! Buffalo, Penguino, Bradley and Duke— hats off to all of you for a tremendous set of matches.
To my friends who have supported me on my way, thank you all. To my wife, you were instrumental in making this happen. And to my enemies… THBBBBT!! That raspberry is for you!
I’ve been telling you all I had two main goals to cement my legacy. I’ve accomplished the first, I’ve allowed myself to celebrate… but it’s time to get back to work. Because in only five short weeks, I face a very different challenge. In five short weeks, I must be prepared for something no one can prepare for, a force of nature at the height of his power that no one has yet to conquer. I’m going to have to go through hell and back, through fire and flame, through the pitch black darkness of the devil’s soul.
Chance. Slashmaster. Friday, January 13. Streak vs Career.”
Arizona stands up and moves his chair. On his trophy wall behind where the chair once sat is a placard which reads: “Future Home of Plaque to Commemorate the End of the Streak.”
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Post by “Charismatic” Conor Caine on Dec 9, 2022 15:01:00 GMT -5
JWA.COM EXCLUSIVE VIDEO Kip Whistler And Conor Caine Have A Heated Debate The footage opens looking down a corridor in JWA Studios: down the hall, through an open door, voices can be heard in discussion. We can't see into the room, but the door is open and, from this angle, we can see Kip Whistler's name on it. The camera moves forward a little and while we can't make out words, we can begin to distinguish the voices of Kip and Conor Caine. Kip's voice is raised but, while the discussion is heated, the men don't seem to be fighting. The camera inches a little closer, until we can make out what's being said... KIP: I don't like this, Conor, at all. How can you be so sure that Insane is even going to go for it? CAINE: Because I know him better than anyone, Kip. His ego won't let him pass this up. KIP: I don't know, Conor... I have the safety of my staff and our fans to think about... they come first. CAINE: Think of what'll happen to them if we just let Insane walk in here with his army of masks. KIP: So why don't you just go? That's what he wants... CAINE: You don't think I've thought of that? I'd bet my life that that's exactly what Insane is hoping I'll do. But if I go to him Kip, and he turns me, I know he'll just march me right back here to be a party to the destruction of this place. He wants to hurt you as much as me now, and destroying the JWA on you - while forcing me to take part in it - would be hell for us both. There's a moment of tense quiet. The camera makes its way to the office window and peers through the cracked blinds for just a second: we see Conor and Kip standing at either side of Kip's desk; Conor has his back to us, while Kip looks deep in thought. The camera retreats to a dark corner of the corridor, to continue eavesdropping in safety.KIP: And if you win, how do you know he'll accept the defeat? CAINE: I plan to beat him in a way so definitive that he'll never come back from it. Another long, tense pause...KIP: God help us if you're wrong. Caine walks out of the office, but stops when Kip calls him.KIP: Conor! Are you completely certain you can do this? CAINE: ... CAINE: Thirty seven percent, tops. CAINE: And a prayer. There is no reply, only a long, laboured sigh from Kip. Conor walks down the hall. The camera follows him for a moment before being cut off.
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Post by Kip Whistler on Dec 9, 2022 15:17:35 GMT -5
@bookitkip on Chirpy
Following my meeting with "Relentless" Conor Caine, I would like to announce that on the December 20/21 Glory we will have a Prison Cell Loser-Leaves-Town match between Caine and Insane. I have some reservations about putting this match together, but I fear there is no other way for these two to settle their issue.
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Post by Duke Mongoose on Dec 15, 2022 12:25:52 GMT -5
***JWA.com Exclusive***
(Toni Cruise is standing next to a very dejected looking Duke Mongoose)
Toni: Fans, I'm here backstage after Glory with a very dejected looking Duke Mongoose. Duke, you were defeated by Bad Luck Bradley tonight in what may possibly be his first EVER victory.
Duke: You know, I'm not ashamed to admit that I've been beaten by some of the best this business has to offer. HOWEVER, tonight was a completely different story. Big Daddy Duke was beaten by one of the very WORST this sport has ever seen. Brad Luck couldn't even tell you if his shoes were tied, let alone win a wrestling match. And yet, here I stand, defeated once again.
Toni: Before you accuse me of rubbing salt in your wounds again, I'd like to point out that you've had a string of bad luck lately yourself, starting at Guts & Gory and running through the J-1. Do you think your entanglement with Bradley has anything to do with it?
Duke: Big Daddy Duke isn't a superstitious guy, Toni. I believe you make your own luck in this business. Right now I'm practically back at square one, this past month having undone all of the work I've put in since my return. Sometimes you've got to take a long look in the mirror and reassess your life. Was it a mistake for Big Daddy Duke to come out of retirement?
Toni: ...are you asking me, or is this a rhetorical question?
Duke: I honestly don't know.
Toni: Well, fans, I'm going to go call my grandmother, because this interview is over.
Duke: Well played, Toni. Well played.
Toni: Stay tuned to JWA.com for more exclusives.
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Post by Bad Luck Bradley on Dec 15, 2022 12:35:59 GMT -5
Bad Luck Bradley is backstage. He has a few jabronis massaging his shoulders and giving him a sip of some lovely trademarked sports juice. His skin has bandages and plasters here and there.
Brad: Juicy Mongoosey, yeah, I heard your interview with Tommy Crush and let me tell you brother, you're dead wrong. You think I'd want to wrassle any old skinflint? You think Bad Brad wants to tussle with these goons behind me.
The goons react. Brad turns to them.
Brad: Boys, you know it's true. You couldn't fight sleep.
The jabronis reluctantly shrug and get back into it.
Brad: Juicy, you told Tommy a vicious lie: that I was one of the worst in the business. Look around me - apologies once again, friends, best stop listening for a while, you're gonna hear some harsh truths - and you'll find yourself surrounded by people worse off than I, worse off than you, and certainly not worthy to share a locker room, let alone a ring with someone with half as much talent as you.
When I came here, I didn't want to wallow, I didn't want to tread water and I certainly didn't want to lose. I wanted to challenge my damn self and hit the best of the best of the best.
Juicy, remember back to Rumbletown back in '94. think of when we tagged against the Smash Twins. Our hellacious cous-cous match back in that famous Memphis town of Seattle.
Remember the hot ten, Juicy. You'd best stop questioning yourself. You're a top dog. You deserve to be here. And it was an honour sharing the ring with you, if only twice.
Brad sits down, leans back with a grin on his face.
Brad: Or, you know, leave. Run away. That's one thing you're at least good at. Dig it!
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