Post by Dale on Mar 17, 2010 18:24:01 GMT -5
A blank screen is Christened with the year “1995” in white numbers. We hear the voice of Shane Douglas…in a dream-like manner. “From now on Eastern Championship Wrestling will be called EXTREME Championship Wrestling…”
The familiar sounds of Joey Styles echo as he screams, “Oh my God!” “We have just witnessed a classic between The Shooter Dean Malenko and Eddie Guerrero” “Terry Funk has just become the ECW World Champion!”
More recent voices from WWE broadcasters overlap, “This is the final episode of ECW.” “And Ezikiel Jackson has defeated Christian to become the last ECW Heavyweight Champion!”
Fade to black
We open in a small arena in south Philly. A rabid audience chants “XCW XCW XCW”
Standing in the center of the squared circle is the ringleader of the organization. Clad in a black trench coat with a long ponytail hanging out the back of his black baseball cap, he speaks.
“For those of you that don’t know, my name is Paul Heyman, and today I stand before you a man on a mission. You see, nearly two decades ago I started a revolution in the industry of professional wrestling. I brought a new, never before seen edge to the game, and with the help of a strong cult following, we were able to elevate our company to a national audience with a pay-per-view caliber product.
Recently, the last remnants of that company were swept away, and considering how far it had fallen from where it began, it could not have happened at a better time.
I have heard your cries! I have felt your pain! I have decided to once again, like the mighty Phoenix, rise up from the ashes of what once was, and to create magic once again. Your messiah has returned, and I bring with me…the NEW tribe of Extreme! I bring with me a new collection of athletes who are ready to lay their bodies on the line for you, night in and night out. I bring with me an alternative to the “Universe.” And as far as Ric Flair and Hulk Hogan go, try to cross this line!
Ladies & gentlemen, I present to you blood-thirsty sons-a-bitches, the new age of extreme! I give to you Xtreme Caliber Wrestling!!!!”
The chants erupt once again, “XCW XCW XCW”
Joey Styles addresses the television audience, “Welcome ladies and gentlemen to what is the beginning of what we are sure will be an adventure you will never forget, and welcome to the very first episode of XCW Television. Tonight’s line up is going to set the stage for the future. We will be seeing two matches for the XCW Television Title qualifier as well as 2 matches for the XCW Heavyweight Championship Qualifier. Paul Heyman has been very tight lipped about who will be appearing tonight, only saying that we will recognize some of the names, and others will be new to all of us. With that in mind we open with our first match. It will be a semi-final match for the XCW TV title.”
Ring Announcer
“Ladies and gentlemen, the following is our first match for the XCW Television Championship semi finals. The winner will advance to next weeks XCW Television Title match. First, entering the ring area, weighing in at 224 lbs….JEERRRRRRRRRY LYYYYYYYNNNNNN”
JOEY STYLES
"I don't believe it! It's Jerry Lynn!!!"
Ring Announcer
"And his opponent, weighing in at 245 pounds, he is formerly one half of The Impact Players....JUSTINNNNN CREDIBLLLLLE!"
JOEY STYLES
"This is unbelievable! Two hardcore legends have returned tonight to get this thing kicked off and we are going to see one helluva opening match!"
Justin Credible vs Jerry Lynn (Semi Finals XCW TV Championship)
Jerry Lynn takes the early advantage sending Justin to the ropes and catching him with a corkscrew hurricanrana! The crowd pops! Just is up and Lynn does it again! There's an early cover 1...2...2.99 and Justin bails to the floor.
Lynn follows him to the floor...JUSTIN NAILS HIM WITH A STEEL CHAIR!!!
The referees count is up to 7....8....9....10! Jerry Lynn is unable to beat the count and Justin Credible will be advancing!
Winner: Justin Credible Time: 5:46 ***
We are in the back stage area and Heyman is watching the reaction of the fans on the monitor. His smile dims as he feels a large presence next to him. The camera pans back...further...further...Heyman swallows ~gulp~ "Hey man. When did you get here?"
The camera pulls back to reveal Big Daddy V!
BDV: "I'm hurt Paul. Why wasn't I invited to compete for the TV title?!?!" Big Daddy continues to invade Heymans personal space, backing him into a corner. "You know what happens when I get hurt Paul? I hurt other people."
Heyman: "No wait wait wait...you got this all wrong. My girl didn't call you? I told her to make sure you were told about it."
BDV: "Told about what!?!?"
Heyman: "You are competing...just not tonight that's all."
BDV: "You better start making sense and soon!!!" Big Daddy grasps Heyman by the jacket.
Heyman: "You will be on next weeks show...your going to be a challenger..."
BDV: He lifts the President off the floor, "For WHAT!?!?"
Heyman: His face barely above the collar of his own shirt, "for the XCW World Heavyweight Championship!"
Big Daddy V smiles and begins to laugh as he releases a relieved Heyman.
BDV: "That's what I'm talkin about. You make sure you get my digits to your girl. I don't want to miss anymore calls you dig?"
Heyman: "Absolutely. Enjoy the rest of the show."
BDV: "I'm sure I will." and with that Big Daddy walks away. Heyman straightens himself up but is clearly irate.
Back in the ring
Announcer: "The following contest is scheduled for one fall with a 25 minute time limit. Entering the ring area at a combined weight of 497 pounds, The Patriot & Mr Wrestling III! And their opponents, weighing in at 535 pounds, from the deepest recesses of your mind, Leatherface & Jason...NIGHTMARE INCORPORATED!"
The sound of a gas motor revs behind the curtain...smoke pours out...the curtains burst open and a large man wearing gray work overalls and a hockey mask marches towards the ring followed by a maniacal leather masked lunatic, swinging a chain saw near the onlookers! His apron covered in blood stains, he enters the ring...revving the saw causing the ring to empty!
Joey: Are you serious?!?!? Look at these two characters. They look like they just fell off of a movie screen! The Patriot & Mr. Wrestling III just bailed out and can you blame them!?!?"
Nightmare Inc vs Patriot & Mr. Wrestling III (Semi Final XCW Tag Team Titles)
Leatherface attacks the Patriot right away delivering some lethal blows! The Patriot responds with a series of jolting maneuvers and he goes for a finisher...but Leatherface pulls the referee in the way! The Patriot is dazed and Leatherface grabs the referee...what's he doing??? HE PILEDRIVES THE REFEREE!!! Leatherface nails teh Patriot with the BUZZSAW LEG DROP! Wrestling III comes in while the ref is out...he loads up the mask...climbs the ropes....drives a loaded headbutt into Jason's head! The referee slowly recovers....1..........2...........kick out! The hockey mask absorbed the brunt of the damage! Jason is sent to the ropes...he ducks a clothesline....comes off the ropes with a double ax handle smash!!!! Jason goes to the ropes again...rebounds....HORROR SPLASH!!! Leatherface is in and nails Wrestling III....the count is on.....1.....2....3!
Winners: Nightmare Inc Time: 8:22 ***1/2
Camera cuts to the crows nest and Joey Styles
Styles: "Ladies and gentlemen, I don't even know where to begin with what we just witnessed! Next week we will see ALL of the XCW titles claimed on what will be a true "night of champions." We know that Big Daddy V will be challenging for the World Title, but we don't know against who. I will try to get some clarification on that before we go off the air tonight."
Announcer:" Our next match is the last semi final match for the XCW Television Championship. Entering the ring are, weighing in at 268 pounds....The Masked Superstar II!"
Joey: Wow! He looks just like the original! Of course with the mask I could too. I do not know what, if any, relationship exists between the Original Superstar and this incarnation. "
Announcer: " And his opponent...."
"MY BALLS ARE ALWAYS BOUNCING TO THE LEFT AND TO THE RIGHT" ~HUGE POP
The crowd chants....BALLS BALLS BALLS BALLS BALLS
Announcer: "Baaaalllllllllllls Mahooooonnnnnnnnnneeeeeyyyyyyyyy!"
Joey: "This place has come unglued! Well it is St Patricks Day! Mahoney is about as Irish as they come....I guess?"
Balls Mahoney vs Masked Superstar II (Semi Final XCW Television Title)
Both men trade blows....the Superstar nails Balls with a loaded face mask!!! 1....2....he kicks out!!! Mahoney is sent to the ropes...Superstar scoops him...he slide over the back....Balls hoists him up....for the NUT CRACKER PILEDRIVER!!! 1...2....foot on the ropes!!!! Balls is caught in the cobra clutch!!! Will this be all!?!?! He rams the Superstar backwards into the buckle....Superstar maintains the hold....Balls down to one knee...the referee is checking him....Balls drops the arm once....twice....thre....NOOOOO! He rams the Superstar back into the buckle again! He releases the hold....a dazed Mahoney turns around....SUPERSTAR NECKBREAKER!!!! 1.....2......3!!!!
Winner: Masked Superstar II Time: 7:11 ***
Paul Heyman breaks through the curtain igniting a huge pop! He bolts into the ring with a hot mic.
Heyman: "I just wanted to say to all of you...from the bottom of my heart...thank you for believing. Thank you for remembering. Thank you for returning...to re-ignite the flame of Xtreme! I before our last match I want to give you some news about our next show. All of the titles will be determined in one amazing night! Justin credible will face the Masked Superstar II for the XCW TV Title next week. Nightmare Inc will face the winners of our next match for the XCW Tag Team Championship, and then....we will crown the first ever XCW World Heavyweight Champion! Big Daddy V will be going up against................."
Heyman drops the mic to his side...building the suspense.
Styles: "Well? Who the hell is it?
"
Heyman: "5 challengers that I have hand picked!"
Styles: " What? Five challengers? How in the hell is that going to happen?"
Heyman: "And this will not be a one night tournament. Tournaments are for pussies! And it will not be a %$#& battle royal because that sad ass gimmick is more tired than Hulk Hogan and Ric Flair combined!"
HUGE REACTION FROM THE CROWD AS THEY RESPOND WITH "Oooooooooooooooooooo"
Heyman: "What? Too soon? When I want to crown a champion for XCW there is only one way to do it. 6 men in the ring at one time! This is going to be.......A STAIRWAY TO HELL MATCH!!!"
ONCE AGAIN A HUGE POP
Styles: "Stairway to hell? You said you would never do that again!!! It was too dangerous! Folks if you don't know, a stairway to hell match is an extreme ladder match. Anything goes and to win you have to be the man who gets the belt down first. That said you can eliminate opponents by pinfall or submission along the way, but in the end someone has to retrieve the belt to win. This is not the kind of match that will plays to Big Daddy V's style at all!"
"Our next match fans is scheduled for one fall with a 25 minute time limit. It is the first semi final match for the XCW Tag Team Championship. Entering the ring area at this time, at a combined weight of 439 pounds, Little Guido & The Cuban Assassin."
Joey: "Guido of course was the ring leader of the Full Blooded Italians back in the day, but I don't think he is trying to pass off the Cuban Assassin as a Paisan."
Ring Announcer: "And their opponents...entering the ring area at this time....at a combined weight of 476 lbs...representing the Local Union 389 here are Jamal Robinson and Hector Gomez, the Teamsters!"
The teamsters enter the ring area dressed in US Postal Delivery uniforms, including utility belt with pepper spray (presumably to repell dogs) and pouches with packages.
Styles: "I know very little about these two guys. What I have heard is not particularly good though. They were recently cut by the Post Master General due to 'violent tendencies'. I'm sure you have all heard the about carriers going 'POSTAL'? Well, apparently these guys did that. Details were not released, however a part of the union settlement was that the guys were given employment. Apparently the Post Master heard about XCW and called Paul...and of course you know Heyman....never met a couple of kooks he didn't like. Yeah....this should work out just fine."
The Teamsters vs Guido & Cuban Assassin (Semi Final for XCW Tag Team Titles)
Hector ambushes the Cuban smashing a package over his head! Talk about a special delivery! Jamal is in the ring too...Hector whips Cuban to the ropes....Jamal catches him in a high ass flap jack....he comes down....Hector catches him in mid air with a STONE COLD STUNNER!!! OH MY GOD!!!! 1....2....3 IT'S OVER JUST LIKE THAT!!! THEY NAILED HIM WITH THE RETURN TO SENDER!!!!
Winners: The Teamsters Time: 00:25 ****
Nightmare Inc come out near the entrance and the stare down begins. Jamal & Hector are calling them into the ring. Maybe we will get this match tonight instead!!! Jason gestures with the throat cut motion. Ladies and gentlemen we have to go....but join us again next week for more Xtreme action!!!!
Fade out on Jason & Leatherface....
The familiar sounds of Joey Styles echo as he screams, “Oh my God!” “We have just witnessed a classic between The Shooter Dean Malenko and Eddie Guerrero” “Terry Funk has just become the ECW World Champion!”
More recent voices from WWE broadcasters overlap, “This is the final episode of ECW.” “And Ezikiel Jackson has defeated Christian to become the last ECW Heavyweight Champion!”
Fade to black
We open in a small arena in south Philly. A rabid audience chants “XCW XCW XCW”
Standing in the center of the squared circle is the ringleader of the organization. Clad in a black trench coat with a long ponytail hanging out the back of his black baseball cap, he speaks.
“For those of you that don’t know, my name is Paul Heyman, and today I stand before you a man on a mission. You see, nearly two decades ago I started a revolution in the industry of professional wrestling. I brought a new, never before seen edge to the game, and with the help of a strong cult following, we were able to elevate our company to a national audience with a pay-per-view caliber product.
Recently, the last remnants of that company were swept away, and considering how far it had fallen from where it began, it could not have happened at a better time.
I have heard your cries! I have felt your pain! I have decided to once again, like the mighty Phoenix, rise up from the ashes of what once was, and to create magic once again. Your messiah has returned, and I bring with me…the NEW tribe of Extreme! I bring with me a new collection of athletes who are ready to lay their bodies on the line for you, night in and night out. I bring with me an alternative to the “Universe.” And as far as Ric Flair and Hulk Hogan go, try to cross this line!
Ladies & gentlemen, I present to you blood-thirsty sons-a-bitches, the new age of extreme! I give to you Xtreme Caliber Wrestling!!!!”
The chants erupt once again, “XCW XCW XCW”
Joey Styles addresses the television audience, “Welcome ladies and gentlemen to what is the beginning of what we are sure will be an adventure you will never forget, and welcome to the very first episode of XCW Television. Tonight’s line up is going to set the stage for the future. We will be seeing two matches for the XCW Television Title qualifier as well as 2 matches for the XCW Heavyweight Championship Qualifier. Paul Heyman has been very tight lipped about who will be appearing tonight, only saying that we will recognize some of the names, and others will be new to all of us. With that in mind we open with our first match. It will be a semi-final match for the XCW TV title.”
Ring Announcer
“Ladies and gentlemen, the following is our first match for the XCW Television Championship semi finals. The winner will advance to next weeks XCW Television Title match. First, entering the ring area, weighing in at 224 lbs….JEERRRRRRRRRY LYYYYYYYNNNNNN”
JOEY STYLES
"I don't believe it! It's Jerry Lynn!!!"
Ring Announcer
"And his opponent, weighing in at 245 pounds, he is formerly one half of The Impact Players....JUSTINNNNN CREDIBLLLLLE!"
JOEY STYLES
"This is unbelievable! Two hardcore legends have returned tonight to get this thing kicked off and we are going to see one helluva opening match!"
Justin Credible vs Jerry Lynn (Semi Finals XCW TV Championship)
Jerry Lynn takes the early advantage sending Justin to the ropes and catching him with a corkscrew hurricanrana! The crowd pops! Just is up and Lynn does it again! There's an early cover 1...2...2.99 and Justin bails to the floor.
Lynn follows him to the floor...JUSTIN NAILS HIM WITH A STEEL CHAIR!!!
The referees count is up to 7....8....9....10! Jerry Lynn is unable to beat the count and Justin Credible will be advancing!
Winner: Justin Credible Time: 5:46 ***
We are in the back stage area and Heyman is watching the reaction of the fans on the monitor. His smile dims as he feels a large presence next to him. The camera pans back...further...further...Heyman swallows ~gulp~ "Hey man. When did you get here?"
The camera pulls back to reveal Big Daddy V!
BDV: "I'm hurt Paul. Why wasn't I invited to compete for the TV title?!?!" Big Daddy continues to invade Heymans personal space, backing him into a corner. "You know what happens when I get hurt Paul? I hurt other people."
Heyman: "No wait wait wait...you got this all wrong. My girl didn't call you? I told her to make sure you were told about it."
BDV: "Told about what!?!?"
Heyman: "You are competing...just not tonight that's all."
BDV: "You better start making sense and soon!!!" Big Daddy grasps Heyman by the jacket.
Heyman: "You will be on next weeks show...your going to be a challenger..."
BDV: He lifts the President off the floor, "For WHAT!?!?"
Heyman: His face barely above the collar of his own shirt, "for the XCW World Heavyweight Championship!"
Big Daddy V smiles and begins to laugh as he releases a relieved Heyman.
BDV: "That's what I'm talkin about. You make sure you get my digits to your girl. I don't want to miss anymore calls you dig?"
Heyman: "Absolutely. Enjoy the rest of the show."
BDV: "I'm sure I will." and with that Big Daddy walks away. Heyman straightens himself up but is clearly irate.
Back in the ring
Announcer: "The following contest is scheduled for one fall with a 25 minute time limit. Entering the ring area at a combined weight of 497 pounds, The Patriot & Mr Wrestling III! And their opponents, weighing in at 535 pounds, from the deepest recesses of your mind, Leatherface & Jason...NIGHTMARE INCORPORATED!"
The sound of a gas motor revs behind the curtain...smoke pours out...the curtains burst open and a large man wearing gray work overalls and a hockey mask marches towards the ring followed by a maniacal leather masked lunatic, swinging a chain saw near the onlookers! His apron covered in blood stains, he enters the ring...revving the saw causing the ring to empty!
Joey: Are you serious?!?!? Look at these two characters. They look like they just fell off of a movie screen! The Patriot & Mr. Wrestling III just bailed out and can you blame them!?!?"
Nightmare Inc vs Patriot & Mr. Wrestling III (Semi Final XCW Tag Team Titles)
Leatherface attacks the Patriot right away delivering some lethal blows! The Patriot responds with a series of jolting maneuvers and he goes for a finisher...but Leatherface pulls the referee in the way! The Patriot is dazed and Leatherface grabs the referee...what's he doing??? HE PILEDRIVES THE REFEREE!!! Leatherface nails teh Patriot with the BUZZSAW LEG DROP! Wrestling III comes in while the ref is out...he loads up the mask...climbs the ropes....drives a loaded headbutt into Jason's head! The referee slowly recovers....1..........2...........kick out! The hockey mask absorbed the brunt of the damage! Jason is sent to the ropes...he ducks a clothesline....comes off the ropes with a double ax handle smash!!!! Jason goes to the ropes again...rebounds....HORROR SPLASH!!! Leatherface is in and nails Wrestling III....the count is on.....1.....2....3!
Winners: Nightmare Inc Time: 8:22 ***1/2
Camera cuts to the crows nest and Joey Styles
Styles: "Ladies and gentlemen, I don't even know where to begin with what we just witnessed! Next week we will see ALL of the XCW titles claimed on what will be a true "night of champions." We know that Big Daddy V will be challenging for the World Title, but we don't know against who. I will try to get some clarification on that before we go off the air tonight."
Announcer:" Our next match is the last semi final match for the XCW Television Championship. Entering the ring are, weighing in at 268 pounds....The Masked Superstar II!"
Joey: Wow! He looks just like the original! Of course with the mask I could too. I do not know what, if any, relationship exists between the Original Superstar and this incarnation. "
Announcer: " And his opponent...."
"MY BALLS ARE ALWAYS BOUNCING TO THE LEFT AND TO THE RIGHT" ~HUGE POP
The crowd chants....BALLS BALLS BALLS BALLS BALLS
Announcer: "Baaaalllllllllllls Mahooooonnnnnnnnnneeeeeyyyyyyyyy!"
Joey: "This place has come unglued! Well it is St Patricks Day! Mahoney is about as Irish as they come....I guess?"
Balls Mahoney vs Masked Superstar II (Semi Final XCW Television Title)
Both men trade blows....the Superstar nails Balls with a loaded face mask!!! 1....2....he kicks out!!! Mahoney is sent to the ropes...Superstar scoops him...he slide over the back....Balls hoists him up....for the NUT CRACKER PILEDRIVER!!! 1...2....foot on the ropes!!!! Balls is caught in the cobra clutch!!! Will this be all!?!?! He rams the Superstar backwards into the buckle....Superstar maintains the hold....Balls down to one knee...the referee is checking him....Balls drops the arm once....twice....thre....NOOOOO! He rams the Superstar back into the buckle again! He releases the hold....a dazed Mahoney turns around....SUPERSTAR NECKBREAKER!!!! 1.....2......3!!!!
Winner: Masked Superstar II Time: 7:11 ***
Paul Heyman breaks through the curtain igniting a huge pop! He bolts into the ring with a hot mic.
Heyman: "I just wanted to say to all of you...from the bottom of my heart...thank you for believing. Thank you for remembering. Thank you for returning...to re-ignite the flame of Xtreme! I before our last match I want to give you some news about our next show. All of the titles will be determined in one amazing night! Justin credible will face the Masked Superstar II for the XCW TV Title next week. Nightmare Inc will face the winners of our next match for the XCW Tag Team Championship, and then....we will crown the first ever XCW World Heavyweight Champion! Big Daddy V will be going up against................."
Heyman drops the mic to his side...building the suspense.
Styles: "Well? Who the hell is it?
"Heyman: "5 challengers that I have hand picked!"
Styles: " What? Five challengers? How in the hell is that going to happen?"
Heyman: "And this will not be a one night tournament. Tournaments are for pussies! And it will not be a %$#& battle royal because that sad ass gimmick is more tired than Hulk Hogan and Ric Flair combined!"
HUGE REACTION FROM THE CROWD AS THEY RESPOND WITH "Oooooooooooooooooooo"
Heyman: "What? Too soon? When I want to crown a champion for XCW there is only one way to do it. 6 men in the ring at one time! This is going to be.......A STAIRWAY TO HELL MATCH!!!"
ONCE AGAIN A HUGE POP
Styles: "Stairway to hell? You said you would never do that again!!! It was too dangerous! Folks if you don't know, a stairway to hell match is an extreme ladder match. Anything goes and to win you have to be the man who gets the belt down first. That said you can eliminate opponents by pinfall or submission along the way, but in the end someone has to retrieve the belt to win. This is not the kind of match that will plays to Big Daddy V's style at all!"
"Our next match fans is scheduled for one fall with a 25 minute time limit. It is the first semi final match for the XCW Tag Team Championship. Entering the ring area at this time, at a combined weight of 439 pounds, Little Guido & The Cuban Assassin."
Joey: "Guido of course was the ring leader of the Full Blooded Italians back in the day, but I don't think he is trying to pass off the Cuban Assassin as a Paisan."
Ring Announcer: "And their opponents...entering the ring area at this time....at a combined weight of 476 lbs...representing the Local Union 389 here are Jamal Robinson and Hector Gomez, the Teamsters!"
The teamsters enter the ring area dressed in US Postal Delivery uniforms, including utility belt with pepper spray (presumably to repell dogs) and pouches with packages.
Styles: "I know very little about these two guys. What I have heard is not particularly good though. They were recently cut by the Post Master General due to 'violent tendencies'. I'm sure you have all heard the about carriers going 'POSTAL'? Well, apparently these guys did that. Details were not released, however a part of the union settlement was that the guys were given employment. Apparently the Post Master heard about XCW and called Paul...and of course you know Heyman....never met a couple of kooks he didn't like. Yeah....this should work out just fine."
The Teamsters vs Guido & Cuban Assassin (Semi Final for XCW Tag Team Titles)
Hector ambushes the Cuban smashing a package over his head! Talk about a special delivery! Jamal is in the ring too...Hector whips Cuban to the ropes....Jamal catches him in a high ass flap jack....he comes down....Hector catches him in mid air with a STONE COLD STUNNER!!! OH MY GOD!!!! 1....2....3 IT'S OVER JUST LIKE THAT!!! THEY NAILED HIM WITH THE RETURN TO SENDER!!!!
Winners: The Teamsters Time: 00:25 ****
Nightmare Inc come out near the entrance and the stare down begins. Jamal & Hector are calling them into the ring. Maybe we will get this match tonight instead!!! Jason gestures with the throat cut motion. Ladies and gentlemen we have to go....but join us again next week for more Xtreme action!!!!
Fade out on Jason & Leatherface....