Before the show could even open, everything went static-y. A sign soon appears saying:
The Revolution Will Be Live:
"Stand With Us...or Fall With Them"
It then cuts to a cheaply cut phone recording. The phone was soon picked up by Clay Marrow. But unlike before, it showed Clay in his Revolution-branded wrestling gear. And it was clear that he was backstage heading towards the ring.
Clay: "Followers of the Revolution! We are LIVE! But this time, we're bringing you something a little different! As you can tell, I'm not heading to Revolution HQ! Which means we won't be able to visit the guys this time. But don't you worry! We are cooking up something VERY special that's gonna change the very foundations of ICW! Make sure you all stay tuned! But tonight will be unique! You loyal Revolutionists are in for a treat because your host, 'Uncensored' Clay Marrow, is about to compete here LIVE! And you guys get a front row seat of the one-sided beatdown I plan to hand out! Because my opponent…is Rick Washington! Rick! The muscle guy that can't even lift everyone's heads to look at him! In fact, just listen.. "
Clay stops and puts his ear out. The faint music of Hero (by Nas) can be heard playing out in the ring.
Clay: He laughs. "He matters so little that he's making his entrance BEFORE Training Grounds even start! When you can't even convince anyone to give you a LIVE entrance on the bottom tier show…I don't even think a Revolution can help you at that point. He should just pack his bags and call it quits like all the other one-hit wonders he hung around! And I plan on telling him that to his face when I beat him in front of you guys! So don't go anywhere! Because you don't wanna miss it! But right now, here's a quick word from our sponsors!"
The screen immediately cuts to the ICW Arena. In typical fashion, the lighting was dimmed and there were about 6,000 fans sitting closer towards the ring. Sitting high in the nosebleed were two shadowy figures: the same larger figure sits while another obscured figure stood behind him. Both of them face down at the ring, observing everything.
Jazz: "Welcome back, everyone, to ICW Training Grounds! We have an action-packed episode for you all! Jazz Conway joined at the table by a special guest: he is the "The Silver Bullet" Chris Blade! Good to have you here!"
The camera zooms out to show Chris Blade sitting next to Jazz.
Blade: "I appreciate you guys giving me the chance to be here. Things are still…uncertain with where I go from here, but I at least want to stay close to the action."
Jazz: "Good to hear! Though, it's quite convenient you're going to be here because tonight's main event sees the North American Champion, Asher Darma, competing in a non-title match against the guy who confronted you last week: Adrian Lord!"
Chris: "Oh I'm aware. And I plan to see what this guy is made of."
Jazz: "Also tonight, we see Gregg Hart & Adrian Young return to the ring against the Kings of a New Age! But right now, let's go to Hannah with the ICW Battlefield Report!"
The screen cuts to Hannah in the Interview Room. There was a glass table where she was sitting and a monitor placed behind her.
Hannah: "Welcome, everyone, to the ICW Battlefield Report! I'm Hannah, and I'm here to breakdown everything that's happened on the Battlefield! And things are already heating up as we march forward to ICW's first ever TV Special: Showdown in the Sun! One person that seems to be heated is Furno Moxley!"
The monitor shows a photo of Furno brawling with Jacob Uso as security tries to separate them.
Hannah: "This past episode saw a frustrated Furno Moxley promising to bring harm to Jacob Uso while questioning the alignment and whereabouts of his brothers in arms, Raptor Reigns. However, Uso fired yet another shot when he blindsided Furno, leading to an all-out brawl! Now, these two are set to meet one-on-one next week at Showdown in the Sun! Will Furno get some measure of revenge, or will Jacob's vendetta lead him to take out another one of Raptor's allies? And where does Raptor stand between this?"
The monitor then shows a photo of Phoenix holding the International Title in the crowd while Chris Owens watches in anger from ringside.
Hannah: "Later in the night, we Phoenix go one-on-one with Aiden Remington III, where La Rebelion's Bird of War came out victorious over The Prodigy! But the celebration was cut short when the International Champion by name made his first appearance since New Horizon attacked Phoenix! Chris Owens then accepted the challenge made for Showdown in the Sun: Owens versus Phoenix for the title AND name of International Champion! Unfortunately for Wrestling's Worst Nightmare, he couldn't get his hands back on the championship after Phoenix made another fast getaway with the physical title! So he will have to wait til next week before he can fight to get it back…or watch to lose it all! Back to you, Jazz!"
The screen cuts back to the commentary table.
Blade: "I understand Chris Owen's frustration with having the title stolen, especially a special title like the International Championship. But if he doesn't get his anger and emotions in check, he's gonna end up losing his claim as the champion."
Jazz: "Let's get into our opening match!"
The cameras cut to Rick Washington pacing in the ring. Although his skin is still caramel & he still has his very broad shoulders & pecs and abs extremely toned and solid like stones, Rick has a new look: he's now bald with a five o'clock shadow, and he's wearing dark red tights. On the front crotch is the French quarters NOLA logo in black. On the back is a black logo of his arms flexing the muscles. And down the legs is the word "WASHINGTON" in black. He also wears black elbow pads, black boots with red kick pads, and red hand and wrist tape on both hands. "R.W." is written on the wrist tape on both hands.
"The following contest is scheduled for one fall! Introducing first, from New Orleans, Louisiana, standing 6'3" & weighing 245 lbs: 'The Powerhouse of Soul' RICK WASHINGTON!"
Rick pounds his chest and raises his fists to the crowd. Suddenly, the Revolution logo flashes on the screen! Get me Out Here (by No Resolve) plays as the crowd were torn between cheers & boos. Clay Marrow walks out, still filming on his phone as he heads down to the ring.
"Introducing his opponent, representing Revolution, from London, England, standing 6ft tall & weighing 229 lbs: 'Uncensored' CLAY MARROW!"
Jazz: "Sorry to say, Chris, but Revolution has been an unstoppable force ever since you encountered them. How do you think Rick would fare against Revolution's influencer?"
Blade: He sits there silent for a moment. "...Revolution are tough. They are dangerous. And they're everywhere. But Clay is beatable. Rick needs to be extra careful here."
As Clay makes it to ringside, he walks over to the announce table. He freezes and smirks when he sees Chris Blade sitting there. Clay soon turns the camera and leans against the table, aiming it at a disgruntled Blade. "Well, well, well… look who I just happen to run into! It's our old buddy Chris Blade, playing the role of announcer! And I gotta say…he does look better sitting behind the table instead of standing against Revolution!" Marrow laughs as he slides in the ring. He climbs the top rope and poses, keeping the camera on him.
Jazz: "Safe to say bitter feelings remain between Chris Blade & Revolution…but how will Clay fair against a newly made Rick Washington?"
Blade: "Personally? I hope Rick tears that guy apart!" He grumbles.
As he hops down, Clay approaches and hands the ref his camera. He warns him to keep filming the match. Soon, the bell rings as Clay & Rick circle each other. A lockup was attempted but Clay ducks behind and applies the Side Headlock. Washington responds by pushing Clay up against the ropes then sending him running. Clay went for a Shoulder Tackle, but the collision against Rick's broader shoulders sent him back. Rick stands there, flexing his muscles at Clay with a wide open grin. Clay looks at the camera and says "That was a fluke! Watch this!" "Uncensored" gets back up and goes for another Shoulder Tackle…only to stumble back again! Marrow gets up, angrily, and pushes Rick! "Oi! C'mon then! Let's see what you got!" He yells to Rick. So Washington turns and runs off the ropes! But Clay goes prone and Rick leaps over him. He keeps running as Marrow gets up and Leapfrogs over. He then runs behind Washington, who turns and drops down! Clay keeps running as Rick gets up and he, himself, Leapfrogs over Clay! Washington turns and catches the Revolution's Cameraman with a high Back Body Drop to the canvas! Clutching his back, Clay stumbles up and turns right into a Standing Dropkick from "The Powerhouse of Soul!"
Jazz: "Nice display of athleticism from Washington."
Blade: "Not too often a guy his size can move that gracefully and effortless in the ring."
The crowd responded positively to Washington's abilities. Marrow immediately rolls out of the ring to collect himself! Washington looks at the phone camera the ref is holding, and he begins flexing his pecs & abs with a sly smile. "The Power of Soul right here! How's that for a Revolution?" He says into the camera. Suddenly, Clay runs in and attacks Washington from behind! The fans boo lightly while Marrow beats Washington down. He pulls Rick back up and slams his head in the corner. He goes to slam it again, but Rick blocks and back elbows him in the jaw. He then grabs the stunned Clay and slams his head repeatedly in the corner for a count of ten! Washington whips Marrow into the opposite corner before flexing again! He charges, but Marrow leaps over him! And Rick runs shoulders first into the ring post!
Jazz: "Bad collision to the post! Rick may be out!"
Blade: "You can't give anyone in Revolution an inch. They will take it and try to break you down."
Rick crashes to the floor hard. Clay makes the climb to the top rope. He motions the referee over and tells him to hand over the camera. As the ref hands over the camera, Clay stands up and walks the tightrope! When Rick gets back up, Clay leaps up and hits the Rope Walk Moonsault! He lands on his feet and leans against the announce table, aiming the camera at Chris Blade. "That's one for the highlight videos, aye Blade?" He says to no response from him. Clay grabs Rick and rolls him back in the ring. Clay then ascends to the top rope, handing the camera back to the ref. He stands upright and hits a Diving Splash on Washington! Clay makes the cover.
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Jazz: "The big splash from Clay was devastating, but it was only enough for a two count!"
Blade: "I remember that splash. It can knock the air out of anyone. Even Rick."
Clay pulls himself back up and grabs Rick's arms. He smiles directly at his camera and then performs his Clay Marrow Stomps (Danielson Stomps)! But as he slams the bottom of his boot against Rick's head, Washington starts to power up to his feet. Clay continues to try and kick his face, but Washington grabs his foot! He tosses the foot aside only to get hit with a sudden Corkscrew Dragon Whip! With Rick stunned, Clay tries for a Springboard Roundhouse! But Rick plants him with a Powerbomb! Washington rolls him on his feet, hooks an arm, and hits the Delayed Vertical Suplex! Washington rises back up and gets the crowd to clap along with him! He waits for Clay to stand and goes for The Boomstick (Discus Clothesline)! But Clay catches him with a Rolling Wheel Kick! With Rick stunned, Clay runs the ropes. But he's popped up in the air and is hit with the Bayou Blast (Death Valley Bomb)! Rick makes the cover!
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Jazz: "Just a two count after a big move like that. This has been an explosive match between these two!"
Blade: "Rick just needs to land that one big shot. Land the killing blow!"
Rick gets up and calls for The Boomstick again! Clay stumbles up, but he ducks the attack and hits a Snap Saito Suplex! This time Rick stumbles up, but gets hit with a Springboard Roundhouse Kick! Clay gets up and tells Washington "You're done, mate! You're finished!" He lifts Rick and attempts the Backslide Driver! But Rick uses his strength to roll Clay over his back and hits the Boomstick! Clay gets turned inside out and is laid out in the ring! Washington beats his chest and waits in the corner. Clay gets up, and Rick charges at him with The Blackout (Gore)...only to get hit up The Close Up (Trouble in Paradise) in the face by Clay! "Uncensored" picks up Washington and drops him once more with The Trillion Dollar Deal (Shiranui into a Backstabber)! Marrow looks at his camera with a smile as he covers Rick!
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"Here is your winner: CLAY MARROW!"
Jazz: "Despite a resilient effort from Washington, it's Clay Marrow who picks up the victory!"
Blade: "...Revolution is dangerous for a reason."
Clay gets up and takes back his camera. He aims it at the fallen Rick. "Look at him. A man with all that talent…gone to waste. Go home, Washington. Revolution is here to change everything, and you're not needed here anymore." Clay rolls out and aims the camera back at himself. "This'll do it from me & Revolution! And remember to Stand With Us…or Fall With Them!"
Jazz: "Tough loss for Rick as he struggles to find a footing. But Revolution…my god how does anyone stop them?"
Blade: "I don't know right now, but I want to be there the day the Revolution falls."
The screen cuts to MEDUSA sitting on a stone chair in a dimly lit room. She appeared poise & elegant with a domineering expression on her face.
MEDUSA: "My first match in ICW…ended in embarrassment at the hand of Spring Tigress…"
We see replays of Tigress's debut victory over MEDUSA.
MEDUSA: "It was an embarrassment that could not stand…because little children do not belong in the ring with me. Little children…like Spring Tigress."
We then see the rematch, where MEDUSA made Tigress tap out before removing her mask.
MEDUSA: "By removing her mask, what I did is remind her of her place: Underneath the heel of my boot. And I will do the same to any other that dares to challenge my superiority. All who oppose me with perish…by the Gorgon of Russia!"
The screen cuts back to Hannah in the Interview Room.
Hannah: "Welcome back to the Battlefield Report! This past episode saw Ava Knight sit down with us and give some insight on Revolution's attack on Carson at New Horizon. Here's a clip of the interview.
The monitor plays a clip of Ava Knight's interview.
Ava: "Carson is an ICW original and the daughter of Shawn Michaels. She was at top for so long…and she abused her position as the WFA Women's Champion. Instead of progressing, she felt the need to regress the division. To pull back instead of expanding just to protect her status quo…to be the greatest of all time….
Ava: "Carson was always a target, but she wasn't a priority yet. Until she spoke out of turn…"
Ava: "...In reality, her words nearly crumbled everything that the Revolution is working to build. She almost made people lose faith in ICW…and, as a result, lose faith in the Revolution. She was about to destroy everything before the Revolution could truly change anything. And without her championship, she's a liability that needed to be disposed of…."
Ava: "...Our message to her is this: Stay Away. If you show your face, you will fall by the Revolution. And there is no getting back up."
The clip ends.
Hannah: "Shortly after this interview, she hinted at the idea of more targets Revolution is about to aim at. Who he or she is, only Revolution knows. All we can do now is keep an eye out on any chances the Revolution can strike again."
The monitor then shows an image of Angelica Rhodes standing over all three members of The Misfits.
Hannah: "Which brings me to another noteworthy interview. A few weeks ago, Angelica Rhodes attacked the Misfits which ended with Kirsi Halonen being thrown off the stage. This past Battlefield, Angelica claims to be justified in her attack after getting called quote 'boring' by Daria. She would then officially laid out the challenge to face Daria in a rematch for the ICW Women's Championship. We do have word that Daria will be at New Horizon to respond to Angelica and her challenge! Who knows what Daria is going to say or do! Back to you guys!"
The screen cuts back to the commentary table.
Jazz: "I may know your thoughts on Ava Knight, but what's your opinion on the situation between Daria & Angelica?"
Blade: "From what I learned about Daria, it's that nothing matters to her more than her friendship. You take that away, then nothing will stop Daria from unleashing hell. I hope Angelica knows what she's doing because it's not looking good for her."
Jazz: "Let's get right back into the action!"
All Along the Watchtower (by Jimi Hendrix) plays. Ellie stumbles out from the curtain, taking a moment to adjust her glasses in the bright lights of the arena before walking down the ramp, swaying and stumbling and high fiving fans. She then climbs into the ring and onto the top turnbuckle, lounging on it like Shawn Michaels, while she waits for her opponent.
"The following contest is scheduled for one fall! Introducing first: ELLIE ADELAIDE!"
As Ellie waits, Square Up (by CFO$) starts to play. And out walks Jenny Ace with the Nation of Violence following behind. Jenny's wearing her black MMA gear with black gloves and wrestling boots along with a black hoodie with the NOV flag symbol on her back. She shadow boxes onto the stage then marches to the ring. When she enters the ring, she removes her hoodie and does a series of shadow punches.
"Introducing her opponent, accompanied to the ring by the Nation of Violence, from San Antonio, Texas: 'The Prized Fighter' JENNY ACE!"
Jazz: "It was about two weeks ago when Jenny Ace made her arrival, attacking Shay Sykes & Street Dreams alongside her new allies in Michael Chaos & Brian Ravage, Nation of Violence! This is her in-ring debut, but she's no stranger in bringing physical harm to all of her opponents. Whether it be intentional squared-circle or an octagon.
Blade: "First impressions are everything. She's already made a statement attacking Street Dreams, now this is the crucial moment where we see how she is in the ring. What, if anything, can we expect from her? That's the question she needs to answer in this match.
While Ellie lays across the top turnbuckle, Jenny puts on her mouth guard and puts her fists up. The bell rings…and Ellie hops down from the corner. She removes her glasses, walks over to Jenny…and offers her a handshake. Jenny lowers her fists as she looks at Ellie then at the handshake. She approaches Ellie- RIGHT HOOK ACROSS THE JAW!
Jazz: "OH DEAR GOD!"
Blade: "JESUS!"
Ellie goes down with a hard THUD! Jenny is quickly on top of her and pounds down at her face with her fists! The referee could only watch for so long before he waves the match off! But even as the ref stopped the match, Jenny continued beating down Ellie! The ref had to physically pull Ace off of her to finally end the onslaught!
"Here is your winner by Technical Knockout: JENNY ACE!"
Jenny paces & looks around at the booing crowd. She then stormed out of the ring and stood alongside NOV. "I warned everybody." She says to the camera. "This is the Nation of Violence…and Violence is LAW!" She turns to leave along with Michael & Brian.
Jazz: "What can we expect from Jenny Ace? The answer….VIOLENCE!"
Blade: "That was…remorseless. I seriously hope Ellie is okay, but Jenny Ace definitely made an impression with me. This is a Nation that definitely feels stronger."
As the screen fades, a large spotlight shines in the room. Two men march under the spotlight with their hands behind their backs. They lift their heads, revealing themselves to be Alexander Magnus & Rodri Montoya of Sovereignty.
Alexander: "For too long, the ring we hold sacred has been desecrated."
Rodri: "There are those who MOCK the prestige and honor of this sport. And we will no longer stand by and allow it to continue."
Alexander: "Let this be a warning: all who impose our Sovereign rule will be massacred!"
Both men simultaneously shift to face the screen.
Sovereignty: "We will restore honor to this great sport!"
Both guys stood there and put their heads down. The spotlight shuts off as the screen stays black.
The screen cuts back to Hannah in the interview room.
Hannah: "This week on Battlefield, we were supposed to get some answers from CJ Hawk after his sudden shift in attitude, pairing himself with Katashi Suzuki, and taking the ICW Tag Titles from the unsuspecting Wayne Bros."
The monitor displays an image of CJ & Katashi attacking Freddy, Detrick, & Mateo.
Hannah: "However… What we got was a more aggressive CJ threatening to brutalize anyone standing in his way. We saw this play out when La Familia came out to confront the new champions…which resulted in CJ putting Mateo in the Cobra Clutch he calls 'Devil's Breath.' Now we do have an update on Mateo Guerrero's condition after the attack. He currently has a herniated disc along with severe whiplash and several muscle strains. This week, however, The Wayne Bros will get their rematch face-to-face against CJ & Katashi for the tag titles. And I can only imagine what CJ plans to do with this new attitude…."
The monitor then shows Mark Jacobs and Rey Aguayo throwing fists in the ring.
Hannah: "Speaking of attitude, the night started out with the ICW Heavyweight Champion, Mark Jacobs, trying to disrespect the co-General Manager, Alexis Espinoza. This all led to Mark finding himself in the opening match against La Rebelion's own Rey Aguayo. It was an intense brawl from bell-to-bell that saw Rey nearly get one over on Mark. But a last second Baneful Ways gave the Heavyweight Champion another win over a member of La Rebelion. Unfortunately for Mark, he didn't learn his lesson when he was caught bragging later in the night about his victory. And now he once again inadvertently finds himself in a match at Showdown in the Sun against 'El Heroe de los Pobres' Jesus Garza…with the Heavyweight Championship on the line! Back to you guys on commentary!"
The screen cuts back to commentary.
Blade: "Two things. 1) Seeing what kind of guy CJ Hawk has become is a far cry from the CJ Hawk I faced when I debuted here. This is a guy who's lost all respect for people…and who's lost all love for wrestling. And seeing him like that makes me sick. And 2) The fact that we have a guy like Mark Jacobs, someone who thinks he's invincible because he has that title, running around and disrespecting the very people that sign his paychecks will only bring everyone harm in the long run. I've seen pricks like him too many times. The sooner he loses that championship, the better."
Jazz: "You don't seem too fond of Mark's reign so far."
Blade: "I relinquished one championship just to make the Heavyweight Title mean something. Right now, it's used as a propaganda tool to make Mark look better than he actually is!"
Jazz: "Very strong words. I hope to see you out there and prove to everyone how right you are."
Blade: "One day at a time…"
Jazz: "Let's move on to the next match for this evening!"
Supremacy (by Muse) begins to play. As the arena dims, a spotlight shines down on Aiden and Edward on stage. The lights return to normal as both walk to the ring, Edward taunting the crowd. He & Aiden enter the ring and poses.
"The following contest is a tag team match scheduled for one fall! Introducing first, representing the Lords of Wrestling, at a total combined weight of 445 lbs: 'Edward Mercury & Aiden Remington III' KINGS OF A NEW AGE!"
Jazz: "The KNA, along with Chris Owens, haven't had the best couple of weeks thanks in large part to La Rebelion. In fact, both Edward & Aiden fell against Phoenix in back-to-back weeks. Now they're back in regular tag team actions to try and get something good going."
Blade: "A lot of people likely forgot how good the Kings of a New Age really are. And they need to start reminding people before things get even worse."
Back In The Day (by Megadeth) starts to play. Adrian Young marches out, cracking his knuckles and stretching out his neck.
"Introducing their opponent, first, from Montreal, Quebec, Canada, standing 5'10" & weighing 195 lbs: 'The Canadian Dragon' ADRIAN YOUNG!"
Soon after, Out of Control (by Like a Storm) plays. Gregg Hart walks out and pulls his hood back. Fist bumping Young, they walk down the ramp while giving some fans high fives. Adrian climbs the turnbuckle and does his fighting pose while Gregg rolls in, removes his jacket, and hits his chest while raising his fists.
"And his tag team partner, from Calgary, Alberta, Canada, standing 6'5" & weighing 239 lbs: GREGG HART!"
Jazz: "Adrian Young & Gregg Hart are back to Training Grounds after a successful debut win over Street Dreams. But there's nothing sweet about their opponent, so this is a tall task for the two tough Canadians."
Blade: "I've seen these two train together in the back. The biggest thing they're trying to build is their teamwork and chemistry. Because they know once they have that, nothing can stop them."
The bell rings as "The Prodigy" & "The Canadian Dragon" start off. The two were cautious as they approached each other. Young shoots for Aiden's leg, so Aiden presses Young down by his back and rolls over him. He attempts a chokehold, but Adrian quickly rolls through and grabs his arm! Now Adrian has Remington pinned down with his arm trapped in the Hammerlock. AR3 moves to a seated position then powers to his feet. He wraps one of his legs around and drops him down. He gets the arm free and tries to put Young's arm in an Armbar! But Adrian grips his hands together, stopping the armbar from being applied. He then wraps his legs around one of Aiden's and rolls over! Now freed, Young releases his leg but grabs the other and applies the Ankle Lock! "AR3" immediately rolls on his back and kicks Young away! The two roll to their feet, back at a standoff! The crowd showed their appreciation for their wrestling ability with a round of applause.
Jazz: "Stalemate between two technically gifted wrestlers."
Blade: "Evenly skilled. Evenly matched."
Both men backed away and tagged in their respective partners. Aiden tags in Edward and Adrian tags Gregg in. As they enter, they pace each other before Edward challenges his larger opponent to a Test of Strength! Gregg looks at him confused, but the support from the crowd convinces him to accept Edward's challenge! They get into a Greco Roman Knuckle Lock…and Gregg gets hit with a sudden European Uppercut! "The Antagonist" bombards his opponent with multiple Uppercuts until Gregg falls to a knee! He then turns to the booing crowd and sneers at them before returning his focus on Gregg. He goes for another European Uppercut, but Gregg counters with a deep Arm Drag into the Kneeling Sleeper Hold! Edward struggled in the hold for a bit before backing Gregg into his corner! Aiden quickly tags in and starts choking Gregg against the ropes! He releases Edward, who starts punching and kicking him! As "AR3" enters, he & Edward double whip Hart across the ring! On the rebound, Gregg slides between them and hits a Double Arm Throw!
Jazz: "Gregg showing off his power!"
Blade: "The fact he can throw two guys like that is impressive."
Edward stumbles up. Gregg takes him down with a Scoop Slam! Aiden tries to attack. Gregg takes him down with a Scoop Slam on Edward! Edward rolls out of the ring as Gregg picks Aiden up. Remington gets whipped into the corner. Gregg charges and hits a Shoulder Block! He tags Young before hitting multiple Shoulder Blocks and finishing with a Standing Corner Dropkick to AR3! Gregg gets on his hands & knees so Young can leap off and hit a Flying Forearm Smash! Gregg rolls out as Adrian hooks Remington and hits an Exploder Suplex! Adrian immediately mounts his opponent and unleashes several Grounded Forearm Smashes! Edward tries to run in, but Adrian gets up and kicks him back to the floor! He turns to AR3, so he attempts the Penalty Kick. But "The Prodigy" scoops him up and hits a Snap Michinoku Driver! Remington slowly rises up as Young is laid out. Aiden circles him and starts kicking him in the legs & chest. But each time Adrian gets kicked, he slowly rises to his feet! AR3 goes for a kick, but Young grabs it! He glares at Remington with an intense look… and blasts him with a flurry of palm strikes! He lets the leg go and whips him…right into a Fakeout Knee shot to the ribs! Young runs off the ropes and eats a Gunshot (Codebreaker) by Aiden! He stumbles back to the ropes, rebounds off, and hits a Clothesline! And both guys are laid out in the ring!
Jazz: "Both guys are down! Who can make the tag!?"
Blade: "Gregg is ready, Jazz! He badly wants the tag!"
Gregg starts stomping his feet as the crowd claps in unison. Both men crawled to their corners and made the tag! Edward & Gregg rush in the ring…and the son of Owen tackles "The Antagonist" in the corner! He unleashes a flurry of punches to his face until Aiden attacks from behind! Gregg side steps behind, however, and hits a German Suplex! Edward kicks Gregg and attempts a Vertical Suplex, but Gregg lands behind and hits another German! The KNA stumble to their feet, and Gregg hits them with a Dual German! Aiden pulls himself against the ropes only to be Clotheslined over to the floor. Edward gets up, turns, and eats the Hart-to-Hart (Belly-to-Belly)! He lets out a battle cry before tagging in Adrian! Gregg lifts Edward in the Argentine as Young climbs to the top! But as Young climbs, "The Antagonist" starts bending Gregg's fingers! Gregg releases Edward who then shoves Gregg into Adrian! Young collapses as Aiden drags Gregg out and slams him in the barricade! Edward, meanwhile, meets Young at the top and starts bending his fingers! He teases snapping the digits, but Adrian strikes with a stiff left forearm to the jaw! He shoves Edward to the ground before rising back up. Edward stumbles to his feet, and he eats a Missile Dropkick from "The Canadian Dragon!" Adrian does the throat slit, signaling the end! He picks Edward up for the Fire Driver (Double Underhook Brainbuster)! But Edward fights out and goes for a Back Body Drop! Adrian lands on his feet as Edward tags Aiden in! Edward attempts the GOTCHA! (Feint Superkick into Superkick to legs) but Adrian hits a Bicycle Knee Strike to Edward's face! He runs the ropes…but Aiden runs in and Young runs right into the Kingdom Come (Flapjack (Edward) into a Codebreaker (Aiden))! Aiden makes the first pin attempt in the match!
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"Here are your winners: KINGS OF A NEW AGE!"
Jazz: "After a back-and-forth encounter, The KNA gets a big win over Young & Hart!"
Blade: "Impressive showing by Gregg & Adrian. But the longevity from the KNA made the difference today."
The ref goes to raise their hands, but Edward & Aiden pull them away. Edward soon grabs a mic as the crowd boos.
Edward: "Oi! Listen up, you Muppets! It seems that you lot forgotten just who we are! Let me remind everyone that the KNA are more than just the Lords of Wrestling, WR are the best Tag Team in ICW!"
The boos from the crowd did not let up. But Edward kept talking.
Edward: "I am the Antagonist!" He points to Aiden. "HE is the Prodigy! Tonight was both a warm-up and a reminder that no one is in our league! Not even these two muppets that call themselves a tag team! You piss-ants never stood a chance against us! And now it's time you bend the knee to the KINGS!... Of A NEW AGE!"
Edward drops the mic and he & Remington beatdown on Adrian even more! The crowd keeps booing even louder. Gregg runs in and begins to fight off the KNA! He floors Edward with a punch then knocks down Aiden! He keeps knocking them down back and forth! AR3 gets up as Gregg swings at him! But when Adrian ducks behind, Gregg gets hit with the New Age Rising (High Knee [Edward]/ Legsweep [Aiden])! With Gregg out cold, the KNA grabs him and hits the Coming of a New Age (Tombstone Facebuster (Edward) into a Codebreaker (Aiden))! The KNA raises their fists over Hart & Young as the crowd boos.
Jazz: "That win was nowhere near enough for the KNA! Frustration's been boiling from them and they simply took it out on Gregg and Adrian!"
Blade: "From KNA's point of view, they have been degraded, talked down about, and simply embarrassed. I hate it happened to two swell guys like Gregg & Adrian, but I think this was Edward & Aiden reminding themselves of who they are!"
Jazz: "Speaking of which, the relationship between Koji Yoshida & The Gambler with Clayton Palmer & Jade Madison has been…unstable, to put it lightly. So…they decided to all go to therapy."
Blade: "You're kidding…."
Jazz: "I wish I was! Here's what went down…"
The scene opens to a therapist's office. Inside was a professionally dressed woman with dark brown hair & brown eyes. She wore a burgundy suit & pants with black heels & glasses. Sitting across from her was Clayton Palmer & Jade Madison pouting and on opposite ends of the couch.
?: "Hello everyone. My name is Dr. Myers. And just so you guys are aware…this is a safe space for everyone."
Clayton: "This is a waste of time." He says annoyed.
Jade: "I concur. We don't need family therapy! We are doing fine as long as SOMEONE follows my lead." She exclaimed with sassiness.
Clayton: He rolls his eyes. "Y'see, there you go again, Ms. Madison! It's my lead we agreed to follow! I come up with the plans, Koji & Gambler execute the plans, and you stand off to the side and look pretty!"
Dr. Myers: She clears her throat. "Um-"
Jade: She scoffs and shoots him a look. "Excuse you, Palmer! But I agreed to no such thing! What I agreed to was me running this operation and you planning on carrying everyone else's bags!"
Clayton: He points at Jade. "Now right there is the problem! If you expect us to follow your lead, we will be led straight over the edge of a cliff!"
Dr. Myers: "Excuse me-"
Jade: "And if YOU led us, we would sink to the bottom of the ocean! I mean, how could you expect to lead us if we're blinded by the clown who lets his mother still dress him and his walking highlighter he calls a suit!" She says snickering to herself
Clayton: "MOTHER SAID I LOOK WONDERFUL!" He yells. He adjusted his own glasses & cleared his throat. "And who are you to tell me about fashion, Ms. Jade 'I'm nearly in my 30s but still haven't left my horny high school phase' Madison!"
Jade: "Oh THAT DOES IT, PALMER!" She gets up and grabs her trusty kendo stick. "YOU'RE GOING DOWN!"
Clayton: "OH YEAH!?" He gets up and grabs his overly decorated tennis racket to defend himself. "I'D LIKE TO SEE YOU TRY, MADISON!"
Jade: "BRING IT ON, PALMER!" She yells.
Dr. Myers: She finally had enough, slammed her notes down on the table, & stood up. "ENOUGH! NOW BOTH OF YOU SIT DOWN AND SHUT UP!"
Both Clayton & Jade turn to face Dr. Myers.
Jade: "Well that was rude."
Clayton: "Aren't therapeutic doctors supposed to remain calm? Where did you even get your license?"
Jade: "And you expect us to listen to your 'advice.' I knew this was a scam."
Dr. Myers: "In all my years of practicing psychiatry, I have never met a more dysfunctional group than this here. And what hurts…is that the problem is dangerously obvious."
Jade: "Oh really?"
Clayton: "Pray tell, what is this 'problem?'"
Dr. Myers: "There's a dangerous amount of neglect towards your two clients…who neither of you have even BOTHERED to glance over at!"
They all turn to Koji & Gambler sitting on the other couch with a stoic expression on their faces
Dr. Myers: "Like all parents, you two should take the time to find out what THEY want to do! When it comes to business relationships, just like in families, it's all about the client's own interests and desires! I recommend you two take part in whatever Koji & Gambler's hobbies are. Take the time to listen to their needs & wants. And following up on it. Doing that will help them gain their trust and create a much more stable group between all of you. And it would help to start if you guys learned a bit more Japanese."
Clayton & Jade look at each other then at Koji & Gambler.
Jade: "I suppose…we can follow their lead once in a while. At least neither of us would argue over who comes up with the ideas."
Dr. Myers: "I'm glad you've come to an understanding-"
Clayton: "Yeah, sure. But don't expect us to pay you."
Dr. Myers: "...Excuse me."
Clayton: "No offense…well maybe a hint of offense, but I still don't trust your credentials as a true psychiatrist and we don't feel satisfied with the product you've been giving us."
Jade: "Yeah, for once I agree with Palmer."
Dr. Myers: "Now wait a minute-"
Clayton: "Come on, everybody. We're leaving."
Clayton & Jade get up and walk out. Koji & Gambler soon gets up, bows to Dr. Myers, and follows them out.
Dr. Myers: "...Now I need a therapist." she says in a frustrated sigh.
She tosses her notes aside and slumps back in her chair as the screen fades to black.
The screen cuts back to Hannah in the Interview Room.
Hannah: "Welcome back to the Battlefield Report! And there has been one major talking point throughout ICW! And it's the bitter rivalry between Jason Sabre & DJ Kingston! And on this past Battlefield, the personal vendetta only intensified!"
The monitor displays an image of Jason Sabre in the ring looking at DJ's face talking on the titantron.
Hannah: "First, we have to mention what Sabre said to Natalia Rodriguez, who finds herself stuck in the middle of this intense situation. Sabre pretty much told Natalia she needs to make a decision about whose side she is on before quote 'someone makes the decision for her.' And not too long after, Sabre made his appearance in front of everyone when he blindsided E.R.S with Final Blows to everyone! If it wasn't clear by then, Jason was ready for another fight!"
Hannah: "Sadly, DJ would appear on the titantron and deny Sabre a rematch… unless Jason can defeat the WFA Tag, Champions Dylan Torres & King Caesar in a tag team main event! The twist? DJ would choose who Sabre would partner with! And it was none other than… 'The Man With the Most Heart' Mason Rivers! This would not sit well with 'The Ace of Pro Wrestling,' but he was determined to get his hands on DJ Kingston by any means!"
The monitor displays Mason Rivers being yelled at by Sabre.
Hannah: "The main event was Sabre doing everything he can to take both Dylan & Caesar down while keeping Mason as far away from the action as possible! But Mason would eventually throw down and nearly get the biggest upset win in ICW history! But when he was taken out, it left an opening for Sabre to show up and put down Gen M! But that was the moment DJ Kingston, wearing a 'Natalia Rodriguez' hoodie, appeared from the crowd and smash the champagne over Jason's head! Officially, Sabre & Mason were victorious, but it was Gen M who stood tall by the end of the night! And as for the rematch? DJ did say he would face Sabre one more time at Unbreakable…but DJ will pick the stipulation next week at Showdown in the Sun!"
The monitor would then flash the five matches for Showdown in the Sun.
Hannah: "It's already shaping up to be a major Battlefield special next week in Miami! The WFA Women's Championship will be on the line as Sofia Reynoso defends against Kailene Start thanks to a bet made on the tag match between Sabre with Mason against Gen M! Chris Owens looks to get his title back as he defends the title and name of International Champion! A bitter grudge match is set between Furno Moxley and a debuting Jacob Uso who is set to get a measure of vindication! After the shocking turn by CJ Hawk, the Wayne Bros wants to be the first two-time ICW Tag Champions by beating the new champions in CJ & Katashi Suzuki! And the main event will have Mark Jacobs's first Heavyweight Title defense against La Rebelion's Jesus Garza! Will ' The Bane of Existence' go three-for-three against La Rebelion? Or Will 'El Heroe de los Pobres' bring the big prize back to Alexis and end this bane of existence she's in? We'll find out next week! Back to you guys on commentary!"
The screen cuts back to commentary.
Jazz: "Showdown in the Sun is looking to be a big night for ICW as we get ready for Unbreakable!"
Blade: "Next week looks like the kind of night that can make or break anyone! I wish all those guys the best of luck!"
Jazz: "Add in a future Demolition Title match between Furno and Damien Crowe to take place, things are heating up dramatically! Now let's get to tonight's main event!"
Malagueña Salerosa (by Avenged Sevenfold) plays to the sound of boos. The arena lights turn a gold color as he walks to the stage with a cocky smirk on his face. Katie follows out behind, and the two fist bump. When they approach the ring, Lord goes up stairs and turns to see the fans, taunting them with a smirk and taking off his fedora before entering the ring. He then raises his fist in the air and points it to Blade.
"The following contest is a non-title match scheduled for one fall! Introducing first, accompanied to the ring by Katie Striker, from Tijuana, Mexico, standing 6'3" & weighing 219 lbs: 'Tijuana's Lord' ADRIAN LORD!"
Jazz: "For those who don't know, last week on Training Grounds has Lord confront Blade about being 'Tranquillo' -and"
Blade: "I want to see what this guy's made of. What can he do in the ring that makes me want to be Tranquillo as he puts it? That's primarily why I'm here now."
Jazz: "Well make sure to sit back & relax because we're in for a treat!"
A House That's Not Quite Home (by Junior) plays to a big pop from the crowd! Out walks Asher Darma with the WFA North American Title and an excited pep in his step! He waves to the crowd, who all waves back at him. Darma heads to the ring and raises his hands at the crowd once more. He looks into the crowd and sees William Dawkins, blocking out an entire row and section to himself and watching Darma closely. Asher couldn't help but smile and wave…but Dawkins just scoffs.
"Introducing his opponent, from Pujari, India, standing at 6'2" & weighing in at 215 lbs, he is the WFA North American Champion: 'The Slumdog' ASHER DARMA!"
Jazz: "It's nice to see Asher with a big smile on his face considering he & Will's been targeted lately by Ced. Ced already took out Ralston and he's made no secret that he deserves to be the next North American Champion! But a win for Lord tonight could propel him closer to challenging for the title! And we can't forget about William Dawkins lurking around, waiting to get his own shot at Darma"
Blade: "I like Asher. I nearly cried when he beat Mark and won the Supernovas Cup. He does have a hefty list of challengers all lining up to face him, but Asher has an undying spirit to smile and push through all challenges. Heck, he's done it ever since he was a child, so he has no problem overcoming the odds again."
Asher continues to wave at the crowd as Adrian stares at him. He smirks and begins to prepare for the match. He takes his time removing his coat & unbuttoning his shirt. Asher didn't seem bothered by the wait as the crowd chanted for Darma! Lord removes his fedora and pants, finally in his ring attire. The bell rings as Adrian slowly paces around the jovial champion. They attempt to lock up…and Adrian ducks under Lord. The crowd boos, but a smiling Darma calms them and apologizes for missing. Adrian hears this and simply shakes his head. Asher turns to Lord, who then tells him "Tranquillo!" Asher looks at him confused and responds. "We are in the center of a wrestling match and we do not have the time to drink the Tequila!" The crowd laughed…but Adrian grew a scowl. "Tranquillo! Not Tequila!"
Jazz: "It appears Asher's oblivion to Tranquillo is starting to rub Adrian the wrong way."
Blade: "Lord is beginning to lose his cool…"
Now it's Katie who reminds Adrian to stay "Tranquillo!" And as Lord calms down, he & Darma circle each other again. They attempt another lockup, but Lord suddenly gets behind and grabs Asher's waist! The Takedown follows, but Darma quickly rolls out and applies a Waist Lock on Lord. Adrian rolls to a seated position and pulls himself up. He breaks the waist control and applies a Wrist Lock on Darma. Asher spins under, spins around on his backside, gets up and applies a Side Headlock! Adrian pushes Darma to the ropes before shoving him off! Darma starts to run, but Lord runs behind him! Asher turns! Lord rolls under him! And he does his Tranquillo pose again. Lord smirks and raises his fist in the air to boos. But to his surprise, Asher takes the fist and shakes hands with it! The crowd pops while Adrian looks flabbergasted at the smiling North American champion!
Jazz: "Adrian Lord just hasn't found a clear answer to combat the North American Champion."
Blade: "It's almost as if Asher is just too happy to fall for whatever Tranquillo nonsense Lord & Striker are promoting."
Adrian slowly gets up, still looking at Asher shaking his fist. He pulls his hand away and looks around at the crowd chanting "DAR-MA." Lord sighs and tells himself "Tranquillo" repeatedly. Once he calmed down, Lord got ready to lock up. As Asher looks to lock up with him, Adrian surprises him by raking his eyes! People responded with boos. Adrian whips Asher and attempts the Hip Toss. But Asher side steps and hits a Hip Toss of his own! Lord stumbles up and walks right into an Arm Drag! He goes into the corner, but Asher runs and hits the Monkey Flip, sending Adrian out to the floor! The crowd came alive for "The Slumdog" who tried to quiet them down and said "Tequila….Tequila…" The crowd then begins to chant "TEQUILA" at Adrian! This begins to upset him until Katie walks over and whispers in his ear.
Adrian Lord listens to Katie as he calms down. He walks up the steps and climbs back in the ring. Adrian approaches Darma…and offers him a handshake. Darma appears hesitant at first, but Adrian smirks and puts his arm behind his back. Darma slowly reaches out and accepts the handshake. He & Adrian smile as the crowd claps…until Adrian hits a Basement Dropkick to his legs! The crowd boos as he starts stomping down on the NA Champion. Adrian lifts Darma to his feet and delivers an Open Palm Strike over his chest! The Irish Whip follows, and Adrian hits the Hip Toss off the rebound. He then backs up to the ropes and hits a second Basement Dropkick to the face! Lord goes for the cover.
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2! KICKOUT!
Jazz: "A kick out at two after a stiff Basement Dropkick to the face! Whatever Katie told Adrian must've helped get him re-focused."
Blade: "I can tell that Adrian likes to dictate the pace of a match to his liking. Anything outside of his comfort zone could be too much for him…."
As Darma kicks out, Adrian puts him in a side Headlock. Lord then taunts him with the open eye taunt to his face! The crowd claps and chants for The Slumdog to fight back! Asher pushes himself back to a vertical base and elbows Adrian in the ribs. But Tijuana's Lord lets him go and hits another Palm Strike, knocking him down! Lord poses with his foot on Darma's head. Asher pushes him away, but Adrian picks him back up and whips him across the ring. On the rebound, Asher runs behind, grabs Lord, and tosses him to the ropes. Adrian does the Tranquillo pose between the ropes, but Asher Superkicks him in the face! Adrian is sent back to the floor! Katie goes over to check on Adrian and help him up. But Asher climbs the top rope and, as Katie got out of the way, leaps off and hits D-Day (Diving Senton on a Standing Opponent)! The crowd comes alive with claps and cheers for Asher! Darma pulls himself back up and rolls Adrian back in. He climbs on the apron, and as Lord stumbles to his feet, Asher hits the Paved Road (Slingshot Tornado DDT from the apron, through the middle ropes and into the ring)! He makes the cover!
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..KICKOUT!
Jazz: "The Paved Road hits! But Adrian is still in this match!"
Blade: "We're starting to see what makes Darma the North American Champion!"
Asher picks up Lord and slams him into a corner. He then sits Adrian up top and climbs up. Darma lifts Lord and signals for the Back to the Slums (Springboard Spanish Fly), but Adrian strikes his opponent with his sharp elbows to the jaw. He knocks Asher to the canvas and turns himself around. Just as he gets ready for a Moonsault, Asher is back up and attacks Lord! Darma steadies himself and Springboards off the rope into a Sunset Flip Powerbomb! But Adrian flips and lands on his feet! He charges at Darma and kicks off his chest! He leaps over the ropes and lands on the apron. Adrian goes to sweep the legs, but Asher jumps over them and catches him with a Soccer Kick! Lord was stunned on the apron, and so Darma slingshots himself over the ropes and hits the Slingshot DDT onto the apron! Lord was sent crashing to the floor and against the barricade! Asher, still laying on the apron, rolls in and sprints across the ring! And he dives out, hitting the Heat Seeking Missile onto Lord!
Jazz: "GOOD LORD WHAT A HIT BY ASHER!"
Blade: "That might've even knocked out Asher just as much as Adrian!"
Both men were wiped out on the floor as a "This is Awesome" chant broke out! Asher finally crawls to his feet and drags Adrian in the ring. Katie watches nervously as Asher climbs onto the apron, slingshots again, and hits the Slingshot Double Knee Facebuster! Lord went flying across the ring as Darma makes the pin!
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…KICKOUT!
Asher lays there, trying to collect himself while Adrian rolls away to the corner. He pulls himself to his feet, but the NA Champion sprints and hits the Running Knees! He attempts the Monkey Flip, but Adrian lands on his feet! Asher turns around and eats a Step-Up Enziguri followed by a Snap Dragon Suplex! Darma rolls to his knees. Lord runs the ropes and goes for the Basement Dropkick, but Damra leaps to his feet, jumps and hits a Double Foot Stomp! And both guys were down!
Blade: "This is the most pivotal moment in any match, Jazz! This is where both guys would feel exhausted, probably feel they have nothing left to give! But they're gonna dig down deep and find an ounce of fighting spirit to keep going!"
Jazz: "Who will come out on top in this highly contested battle!?"
Asher and Adrian starts to crawl. But Adrian grabs his opponent and hits a Forearm! Asher responds with a Forearm of his own! Lord almost falls back but steadies himself and hits a Forearm of his own! Darma falls over as Lord pulls himself up! But when he grabs him, Asher pops up and hits an Open Palm Strike! Lord stumbles back but then delivers a Palm Strike of his own! The crowd boos! Darma falls against the ropes but bounces back with a Palm Strike of his own! And the crowd cheers! The two soon went back & forth trading Palm strikes after Palm strikes, and the crowd soon rose to their feet! Both guys then landed Forearm Shots and Clotheslines simultaneously, but neither went down! Lord then strikes with a quick Back Elbow, but Asher grabs it! And he locks in the American Dream (Cobra Clutch)! Lord immediately panics as Asher has the hold nearly locked in! But Adrian quickly Snapmares Asher out of it! Asher runs at Lord and gets thrown overhead into the corner! He sits himself against it as Lord runs! And Adrian connects with the Corner Double Knees! But Adrian wasn't finished! He runs back and forth, hitting a second Double Knees! Then a third! The look on Adrian's face was something no one's ever seen: intensity!
Jazz: "I don't think we've ever seen this side of Adrian! He's lost all composure!"
Blade: "Now we're starting to see his real colors!"
Wasting no time, Adrian lifts Darma up and goes for Destino- Darma counters into a Small Package!
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thr-KICKOUT!
Both kicked out and got to their feet! Adrian attempts the Spinning Back Elbow but Darma ducks and hits a Back Suplex- Lord lands behind! He leaps up and hits the Poisonrana! Asher bounces to his knees! And as Lord gets up, Asher leaps and hits his own Poisonrana! This time, Lord lands on his knees. Asher sprints off the ropes, but Lord leaps up, fake kicks, and strikes with the Spinning Back Elbow! Asher falls back as Lord runs off the ropes! And Darma strikes with the Rolling Cutter! And both guys were down once again! Asher pulls himself up and lifts Adrian. He attempts the Predetermined Destiny (his own Destino), but Lord catches him mid-rotation and hits Asher with the Lawn Dart in the corner! Asher sits against the corner, so Lord goes for the Double Knees again! But Asher slides out the ring! And Adrian crashes into the corner! Adrian stumbles back, and Asher attempts the Slingshot Double Knees…only for "Tijuana's Lord" to catch his knees! He sits Asher on the top rope and Chops him across his chest! He climbs up and goes for the Top Rope Frankensteiner! And Asher lands on his feet! Adrian sees this and rushes at Darma, but "The Slumdog" Overhead Throws him into the corner! Lord lands upside down right in the Tree of Woe! Darma scales to the adjacent corner, climbs up, and connects on the Coast To Coast (Shooting Star Dropkick from one corner to an adjacent corner)! Lord falls down hard and is prone! Darma climbs up the other corner one last time! He stands upright and signals to Shoot For the Stars (Double rotation Shooting Star Press)! But as he stands up top, Katie gets on the apron to distract the ref! Asher hops down and asks Katie to please climb down from the apron.
Blade: "Okay I've had enough of Katie getting involved in matc-"
Jazz: "WAIT A MINUTE! LOOK!"
All of a sudden, Asher turns around and gets BLASTED with a Spear from Ced! Loud boos rain down as "The Black Leone" quickly leaves the ring! Adrian slowly pulls himself to his feet as Katie gets down. Lord drags the knocked out Darma back to his feet…before turning towards Chris Blade. With a smirk, Adrian twists the arm and hits Darma with his Destino! He makes the pin while doing his Tranquillo pose at Blade.
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"Here is your winner: ADRIAN LORD!"
Jazz: "Thanks to an assistance from Ced, Adrian Lord just defeated the WFA North American Champion! But…I don't think Lord is too focused on that right now!"
Adrian glances over at Blade, who sits there with a frown on his face. When he rolls out, Blade takes off his headset and stands up to face him. Adrian casually walks over as the two stare down. Katie walks over and smirks at Lord. "You've seen first hand what we can do. I told you last week, Chris. To be successful… to make it back to the top… all you gotta do is be Tranquillo." She says. Lord raises a fist and does the eye open pose at Chris before leaving.
Back in the ring, Ced looked down at the knocked out Asher. Dawkins watches him grab the North American Title and puts it to Asher's head. "I am more deserving to hold this title" he grumbles. "I'm the guy who's gonna take this from you, Darma! Enjoy it while you can! Your fairytale fantasy is ending by my hands!" He scoops up Asher and plants him with the Deathbomb (Fireman's Carry Neckbreaker Slam)! William watches Ced hold up the North American Title to loud boos!
Jazz: "What a chaotic end to Training Grounds this has been! I've been Jazz, signing off for Chris Blade, and we'll see you all next time!"
Recap
Match 1: Rick Washington VS Clay Marrow
Winner: Clay Marrow via pin
Match 2: Ellie Adelaide VS Jenny Ace (w/Nation of Violence)
Winner: Jenny Ace via pin
Match 3: Kings of a New Age (Edward Mercury & Aiden Remington III) VS Adrian Young & Gregg Hart
Winner: Kings of a New Age via pin
Match 4: Adrian Lord VS Asher Darma (non-title)
Winner: Adrian Lord via pin