Thursday Night Meltdown 2nd June 2005

[Alicia "Atomic" Kitsune]

Thursday Night Meltdown 2nd June 2005

Schedule of Matches:
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Kiley vs. Rena

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Round 1 - Entertainment Tourney
Rookie vs Jake - Falls Count Anywhere

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Grimlock vs. Brian Carnage

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Daredevil vs. AJK Caveman

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RDK & TNT vs. The Predators – ACW Tag Title Match

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Canadian Dragon vs. Wyvern - Pure Wrestling Rules

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Senator vs. Hunter

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BK London vs Mystery Opponent

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[Alicia "Atomic" Kitsune]

ACW is still reeling from the events that transpired at Spring Into Hell, and the show begins quietly as the fans wait for news of what has been going on since. The titantron comes slowly to life, and shows a scene from the backstage; A door opens, and Charlotte King walks out. She looks troubled, and as she advances down the corridor we see that Kevin Anderson is waiting for her.

Kevin: So….. how’s she taking it? You did better than I did, Miss Johnson wouldn’t even let me in the room with her.

Charlotte: I really don’t know how to describe it. I don’t think she’s ready to come to terms with what’s happened, the fact that they couldn’t recover remains for either man…… it’s as if a part of her wants to grieve but another just won’t accept that he’s not coming back. When I talked to her she seemed lucid and rational…. and I find that very worrying.

Kevin nods and sighs.

Kevin: I wish there was something we could do, I feel helpless. Did you pass on the message?

Charlotte: Yes.

There is the sound of laughter a little way away; Charlotte and Kevin turn, and see Predator and Wolf walk past the end of the corridor. Kevin bites his lip.

Kevin: Do you think….

Charlotte: I don’t know. But I wouldn’t want to be in Predator’s shoes now…..

The two announcers walk quietly in the other direction as the scene fades out.

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Segment: The Widow's Testimony (Credit: BK)

The next segment opens with Kiley in her husband's locker room alone, as she begins to put on her wrestling gear her facial expression shows that she is not in the best of moods. Depressed from the events that took place at the end of the Spring into Hell she struggles to lace up her boots and then finally due to anger takes off the boot and throws it against the wall. A tear almost comes down her cheek and suddenly she hears a knock at the door. Before she opens the door she pulls herself together and answers the door, it’s none other than Gingerdude.

Ginger: Uh...Hello Kiley.

Kiley: *sniff* Um...good evening Ginger, will you excuse me for a second?

Ginger: Certainly…

Kiley goes over to her bag and she opens it up taking out a box of tissues, pulling out the last one as it seems it has been used heavily for the past few days. She begins to wipe her eyes and then she looks back up to Ginger.

Kiley: Can I help you sir?

Ginger: Uh...yes. I just came in to check on how you were taking the whole BK thing so far? I tried to call you all week but y--

Kiley: I know Ginger, I've seen all the messages...I wasn't exactly in the mindset to be talking to anyone? Especially you of all people.

Ginger: Me?! What did I do?

Kiley(voice breaking): Ginger, you’re the one that made this match. You’re the one that approved this...this...this thing!! Ginger, if anyone is to blame for the loss of my husband and Victor it’s you.

Ginger begins to feel guilty that it was indeed his fault. Kiley angrily walks up to Ginger and tears begin flowing from her eyes and he mascara runs down her face.

Kiley: Ginger? How am I supposed to tell an 8 year old girl the day after her birthday that her daddy is dead? How am I supposed to provide for my family alone? Ginger, you’re the reason that this whole thing happened, you could've just put them in any other match but you put them in this one..

Ginger: HEY! HEY! Every time a wrestler steps into the ring he or she puts his life on the line, it doesn't matter what match it i--

Kiley: But it was this match Ginger? You know that the chance of one of them dying was higher and you did it all for the ratings, all so you can sell your crappy merchandise...all so you can sit at home and count your money…It’s not fair Ginger...

Kiley begins to hit Ginger with her fists on his chest and it hardly fazes him while rhythmically saying "ITS-NOT-FAIR". Suddenly she stops and totally breaks down crying. Ginger then reluctantly consoles her.

Ginger: Listen, I know you have a match tonight. If you don't want to go for---

Kiley: No, I will wrestle tonight...as much as I hate this time in my life I also hate Rena…

Kiley sits back down and puts on her boot and laces it up while Ginger watches. Kiley then gets up and puts on her jacket for her entrance attire.

Kiley: I still love the sport of wrestling, but I will never forgive you for what you did to my husband. Tonight I wrestle in front of an assload of fans, and whether I win or lose...I will put on a hell of a performance...BANK ON IT.

Kiley leaves the room and the audience applauds her for her persistence and drive. Ginger slowly walks out the room and goes back to his office to think.

Fade out.

[Alicia "Atomic" Kitsune]

Segment: Preparation (Credit: Jake Cheng)

Jake: Davey, can you pass me that cardboard box?

The scene opens with Jake and Davey in a hallway backstage in the ACW arena. Jake and Davey seem to be putting weapons on the ground for Jake’s match later tonight.

Davey: Are you sure this is all necessary? I mean you have like 5 chairs, 2 ladders, and like 10 tables. Plus this huge cardboard box of assorted everyday items. Do you ever know what is in here? There’s a computer monitor, and what the hell is this, pepper spray? And a bowling ball? Jake it seems like you’re going way too overboard on this. Once you win, there needs to be enough of you left to win two more matches.

Jake *Out of breath trying to set everything up*: Davey, I need to win these matches. So you remember what to do, right? Once I come through the door, you have to shut it and lock it with these padlocks. Then Rookie will have to go around and come down that hallway. This will give me enough time to catch my breath.

Davey: I don’t know Jake, it doesn’t seem like the honorable thing to do.

Jake: Damnit, you are starting to sound like Blade.

Davey: Well, this doesn’t seem right. Does Wyvern know about this?

Just as Davey finishes his sentence, Wyvern turns the corner with a giant black truck on wheels.

Wyvern: Here Jake, these are the “special” ones you wanted.

Davey’s jaw drops as Wyvern opens up the case. Davey looks to see what WYvern brought and is amazed what he found.

Davey: YOU GUYS ARE FUCKING CRAZY! THERE A FUCKING PITCH FORK IN HERE!!!

Wyvern: C’mon Davey, you and I both know pitch forks equal ratings. Plus I’m not going to tell Jake how to wrestle his matches even if it’s not my style.

Davey: True...

Jake continues rummaging through Wyvern’s box and finally pulls out his sword. He ties it onto his left side.

Jake: Well, it won’t be long until match time. I’ll run back here as soon as the match starts.

Wyvern: If you need any help, the locker room is just down the hall.

Jake: Will do man!

Jake runs around the corner. Wyvern reaches into the giant black box and pulls out the pitch fork.

Wyvern: I call the pitch fork.

Davey sighs and sits down, disappointed at his fellow New Breed members.

Fade Out.

[Alicia "Atomic" Kitsune]

Segment: A First Request (Credit: Grimlock)

The scene opens in Gingerdude’s office. He is back and sitting at his desk, writing and reading. Suddenly a knock on the door is heard. Gingerdude looks up.

GD: Come in…

The door opens and in walks Donovan Reeves and Grimlock. The crowd give a mixed reaction in the background. Donovan is smirking like usual, and he walks over to Gingerdude’s desk. Grimlock follows close behind him.

GD: Ah, I see you two found your way here with ease. What do you want to talk about?

Donovan speaks with a stern voice as he leans over the desk.

Donovan: I want Grimlock in a match tonight. I want you, and everyone else around here, to see what he’s capable of.

GD: Well it’s a little late to book another match, but I guess if he’s so great then he should be finished fast. I’ll tell you what. I’ll book Grimlock in a match tonight as a warm up for weeks to come. He’ll be facing Brian Carnage.

Donovan stands up straight and looks at Grimlock. Grimlock folds his arms and laughs with a low tone of voice.

GD: What? You wanted a match right? I just gave you one.

Donovan: I suggest you get an injury report ready to fill out. Because when Grimlock’s done in there,…there’s gonna nothing left of Brian Carnage. It’ll be a one way ticket to injured reserve for that poor man. Come on Grimlock, time is of the essence…

Donovan walks over and opens the door. Grimlock follows him out and shuts the door behind him. Gingerdude shakes his head and gets back to work.

Fade out.

[Alicia "Atomic" Kitsune]

Match 1: Kiley vs. Rena

Given the circumstances, the fans have no idea what to expect from the first match. Philip is as professional as always, and brings the fans to order.

Philip: This is a Diva singles match, set for one fall….introducing first, from Brooklyn New York…..Kiley Johnson!

”One Thing” plays, and Kiley walks out with a determined expression that draws a pop from most of the crowd. She does not seem to notice them, but simply walks straight to the ring, enters and waits silently in the centre.

“Work It” replaces her music, and there’s a loud boo as Rena enters, wearing her Diva belt.

Philip: And her opponent, from New York and the current ACW Diva Champion…..Rena Matheson!

Rena is all smiles after her PPV win; she gets to the ring and parades with the belt before handing it over. Though she doesn’t directly insult Kiley, her smug demeanour does nothing to endear her to her opponent, and the ref wisely decides to get things underway.

Bell Rings.

Rena’s no shrinking violet; as soon as the bell is heard she advances and lays down a few forearms to Kiley, who isn’t quite up to speed as quickly. Rena laughs without thinking, but this is no day to taunt her opponent; Kiley’s eyes flash with anger, and she throws a powerful punch straight at Rena between the eyes. The force takes Rena completely by surprise, and she is sent flying back a couple of feet before landing on her butt. Kiley throws herself forward and straddles Rena’s chest; furiously she batters her opponent and pulls on her hair so that Rena shrieks in pain. Now angry herself Rena rakes the raging Kiley across the eyes and shoves her away; she gets up quickly and kicks Kiley hard in the head, before making a rapid pin. The shock of the blow lets Rena get a 2 count, but nothing more; Kiley almost throws her off, and yells insults at Rena as the pair of them return to their feet. Rena is most certainly not going to be treated by this, whatever the cause of Kiley’s rage; she uses her agility to duck a roundhouse kick and then runs to the ropes, rebounding to knock Kiley down with a clothesline. Rena keeps running and repeats the move a second time as Kiley rises; the fans aren’t naturally inclined to support either competitor under normal circumstances, but tonight Kiley’s determination to compete draws a few chants in her favour. Rena feels that she’s got the upper hand and goes for a third clothesline – but this time Kiley’s up more quickly, and she drives Rena into the canvas with her trademark Spinebuster from Hell; a lesser Diva would have been taken out completely by such a furious attack, and it is to Rena’s credit that she gets a shoulder skyward just after the 2 count.

The failed pin just frustrates Kiley further; she rakes her nails across Rena’s face viciously, and pulls her up by the hair. Rena knows that she has to act fast, and plants a knee into Kiley’s abdomen before pulling herself free at the cost of a few hair strands. Kiley pursues at once, and Rena taunts her further so that she makes a rash charge going for a spear; Rena moves aside and Kiley only just manages to prevent herself from going into the bottom of the post. Rena grabs Kiley’s legs and pulls her out of the corner; she keeps a hold of both feet and starts to stamp on Kiley’s lower back. Kiley yells, and the ref asks her if she wants to submit – but Kiley shakes her head, and pulls herself forward toward the ropes. Rena stops stamping and digs in, but Kiley only has about a foot to cover, and her anger gives her strength; Rena can’t prevent her reaching the ropes and has to release. The crowd cheers Kiley’s effort, but their support becomes muted as Kiley springs up and surges toward Rena; she doesn’t hold anything back, striking any part of her foe that comes within range, and dark patches start to appear on Rena’s arms as she tries to defend herself; Rena now looks more nervous than angry, and she realises that for both their sakes this match has to end, and fast. Kiley swings out a kick and Rena dodges; she kicks Kiley in the Ribs and then goes for her Chick Kick. But Kiley’s rage seems to block some of the physical sensation of the rib blow and she sidesteps; in a single movement she grasps Rena by the head and jumps to the ropes to execute her “Drop it Like it’s Hot” (Springboard Bulldog). Rena takes the full force of the move, and has no ability to respond as Kiley pins her for the 1,2,3.

Philip: Here is your winner…..Kiley Johnson!

Some fans cheer for Kiley; others are shocked at the violence of her assault. Kiley seems finally to come out of the state she was in for most of the match, and looks down at Rena who is knocked out on the canvas. She looks neither pleased nor sad, and exits the ring having fulfilled her contractual obligations as she promised. The EMTs come to help Rena up as the show takes a break.

[Alicia "Atomic" Kitsune]

Segment: The Fire Still Burns (Credit: Daredevil)

St Matthew's hospital. The hospital nearest the ACW, and over the past year it has been loyal to the ACW members. From cuts and bruises to internal organ damage and broken bones, it always treats the ACW wrestlers to the best of their ability, and 9 times out of 10 they succeed. But they are rarely called with a burnt wrestler. In fact, the last time an ACW wrestler came into the hospital with severe burns was back in September 2004, just after the King of the Deathmatch tournament. In fact, a case of burns is so rare that in between the KOTDM tournament and now, there has only been 17 people admitted in due to severe burns. So what is that? Is it that the local town know not to play with fire? Or is it that they just have a lot of common sense? But that is besides the point.

The camera on the outside of the hospital slowly cuts to the inside of the hospital, in a private ward. Daredevil is lying on a bed, TV on and watching a tape of Spring Into Hell. He is watching his match against McCarty, the match that threatened his life. The camera takes note of some of the bandages on Dan. There is one that stretches from his left cheek, right down to the left shoulder, and covering parts of his shoulder. He shuffles up, so he is in more of a sitting position. Having opted to wear no shirt, he is in visible pain, and there's not surprise to why. His right arm is burnt, and quite bad. The right side of his chest is partially burnt, and covered up with bandages. A doctor walks into the room, holding a clipboard, and DD notices him. He turns off the television, and slowly turns around

Doctor: Hello, I'm Dr. Ewart

DD: Hello Dr. Ewart

DD goes to shake his hand. The doctor at first is a little odd-faced at DD's expression, expecting him to feel pain during the handshake. But he accepts it, and continues

Doctor: Well we have taken an analysis, and we can confirm that you took several second degree burns. You obviously understand where they, are, on your chest, neck, and arm. I have watched the match several times. Not as an interest, but as evaluation, and I can honestly say that above all, it was quite stupid for you to participate in this match.

DD: Two things, doc. You should understand that the wrestling business is very different to the hospital business. There are rivalries in this business, and I would advise you to stay out of our business, and we'll stay out of your. The second thing is that I didn't even plan the match. Well, I didn't know about the fire. If you want to blame anybody, you can blame Jack McCarty, or that two-timing, back-stabbing bastard AJK Caveman.

DD is getting slightly annoyed, and the doctor has to calm him down

Doctor: Listen, you've just gotta calm down. Now I'll check back on you later.

The doctor leaves, and DD pushes the play buttom again. Suddenly though the Blaydon Races tune hits on his mobile, and DD pauses the TV again, in annoyance. He picks up the phone, and answers it

DD: What now?

Jessie: DD? What's wrong?

DD looks guilty

DD: Sorry babe, just things going on. I'm hurt, apparently. I won't be able to wrestle for a long time

Jessie: You've got to get back here! McCarty has booked you and AJK in a match tonight! If you don't get here, they're gonna get you!

DD stares in horror

DD: What? You've gotta be kidding me...he knows I'm badly hurt. In my contract it says I am allowed a leave of absence if I'm injured

Jessie: But McCarty doesn't agree to that contract. He's judging by the contract he has for you, and that states that you must wrestle when he tells you to.

DD: Damn! Well, I'm on my way

Jessie: DD, wait-

DD cuts Jessie off and hangs up. He seems calm for a second, but suddenly throws the phone at the wall in rage. The doctor from before rushes into the room, and notices DD packing his things

Doctor: Where do you think you're going?

DD: I'm leaving. I have a match tonight, and I have to go

Doctor: Oh no, you're obviously mistaken. All ACW contracts allows a leave of absence if the wrestler is injured. And besides, it's a risk to your health

DD: But my contract is not with the ACW, it's with Jack McCarty. And if I fail to turn up tonight, I could and probably would be sacked, and it might be a hazard to Jessie

Doctor: Sorry, but I cannot let you go

DD tries to leave, but the doctor gets in his way

DD: Get out of my way. I insist that you do

Doctor: Sorry, but I cannot do that. You have to stay here, for your own health and saf-

He suddenly receives a punch to the face, knocking him unconscious. DD smirks, and grabs his back. He then leaves the private ward, as we fade out...

[Alicia "Atomic" Kitsune]

Segment: No Contract, No return (Credit: Yoko)

The scene opens in the parking lot of the ACW arena. Mercer Stanton
and Elias are waiting by the doors.

Elias: Are you sure he's going to be here tonight?

Stanton smiles and points as a car enters and parks. A figure
shrouded in the shadows steps out and walks toward the doors.

Elias: I guess you were right.

As the lights of the building illuminate the person as he comes
closer, we see a familiar face.

Mercer: Greetings, Surion. Lovely night, isn't it?

Surion: It is, actually. If you wouldn't mind too much, sir, call me
Andy. I'm going by my name now, Andy Starr. Not Rey, not Surion, just
Andy.

Mercer: I respect a man who doesn't hide behind a fake name. I also
respect a man who calls me sir. Someone like you could be nice to work
with, if you catch my meaning.

Andy: I'm sorry, but I don't do the cronie thing. I may work for someone
who signs my contract, but not directly for them as a henchman. And
speaking of contracts, I need to go in now and talk to Ginger about
mine.

He moves toward the door, but Elias holds his arm out, blocking him.
Andy steps back. Stanton pulls a sheet of paper from inside of his
suit.

Mercer: Funny you should mention your contract, I have it right here.
There's no need to see Ginger, you can discuss this with me. I do have
some power, afterall. Maybe not as much as Ginger, but enough to get
things done.

Stanton holds the sheet out in front of him, reading it.

Mercer: I assume you wanted to discuss a renewal, since this contract
expires in...Well, it expired while you were in the hospital.

Andy: That's right. I'm ready for action, finally. I just need a
contract renewal.

Stanton smiles at him, and promptly rips the expired contract in
half.

Mercer: We have no need for you here, I'm afraid.

Andy: WHAT!?

Mercer: You will not be resigned. ACW Entertainment and Stanton
Enterprises wish you luck on your future endeavors.

Andy: That's bullshit, I want to talk to Ginger.

Mercer: Any attempt to enter the building will be considered
trespassing, as you're not on the payroll, and you don't have a ticket.

Elias: And I have the authority to deal with trespassers.

Elias opens the side of his coat and points to his gun.

Mercer: So don't try anything stupid. Just go back home and get another
job.

With that, Stanton and Elias turn and enter the building. Andy is
uncertain on whether he should try to enter and find Ginger or not, and
ultimately decides not to find out if Elias was serious. He goes back to
his car and leaves.

Before the camera fades out, we see a man leap up from some bushes near
the doors and dash inside quickly. The fast speed that he moves at
combined with the dim lighting outside do not let us recognize him.

End Segment.

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Segment: A rematch Challenge (Credit: Davey)

The scene returns to the arena, and Davey Marvel walks through the curtain as "Tougher than Leather" by Run DMC belts out across the tannoy. Davey is greeted with an eruption of cheers the second it became evident who was walking through the curtain. Davey is being accompanied by his manager, trainer and friend; Revenant. He appears bruised, batterd, lacerated and all in all a physical wreck after what he went through in his match against BladeSeika. Davey was able to fight off both BladeSeika and the critics last Saturday during Spring into Hell to prove that he is what he claims to be. He pinned Blade in the first ever Japanese Elements match. It was certainly a hard fought victory as evident by Marvel’s cuts and bandages all over his body. Davey circles the ring and fives the fans before he eventually enters the ring sporting his Entertainment Title. He calls for a mic and one is thrown to him.

Davey: Well I did it!

The crowd cheers like mad to the point where Davey can't get in a word and is forced to wait out the crowd. He attempts to get out a word and is again forced to stop while the crowd gives him their approval. Davey motions for the crowd to calm down so that he can begin.

Davey: I did it, I said it and I did it. I went out there on Saturday and I put an end to the worst chapter in the book of Marvel. It only took a pint of blood and 14 stitches over my left eye to do it but I did it.

The fans take to there feet to show Davey there gratitude for a well fought match. He motions his thanks and says thank you although you are only able to see him lip it as a result of the crown noise. Davey again motions for the crowd to calm themselves so he can continue with he has to say for the night.

Davey: But I digress, it is time for me to forget the past and look to the future and my future lies with this.

Davey holds up the Entertainment Title for all to gaze at.

Davey: Now in less then a month it will be Omega Effect and there we will find out if I am truly one of the best Entertainment Champions of all time. Tonight we have the first of four preliminary matches in the Entertainment Title Tournament. It is between Rookie Monster and Jake Cheng, it will be falls count anywhere. The winner will advance to the second round where they will face the winner of the match I have come out here to announce. This match is gonna give two of ACW's very own talented young start ups a great opportunity. The two young start ups are Blaze and Cernunnos the match will be a very special match. In this match somebody is gonna bleed and the person who does so will be out of the tournament because as you all have probably guessed by now it is in fact a First Blood match.

It appears to be something the fans look forward to as they cheer wildly.

Davey: Now while I am out here I have a challenge I want to throw out.

Rev looks quite perplexed as it seems Davey never told him about any challenge.

Davey: Macho Man, the last time we battled it was to a draw and I was a puppet of the katana. So I am challenging you to a match one week from tonight. I feel that both you and I deserve to see what would have happened in a match between us in a clean uninfluenced match that is. With that said I will leave you on this note, I am...

Davey holds the mic in the air to Calls of "Unconceivable Unbelievable" shouted by the fans as his Theme music declares the very same message. He throws the mic down and walks out of the ring. He circles the ring fiving the hands of his fans before eventually walking back up the ramp and out of sight.

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Match 2: Round 1 - Entertainment Tourney
Rookie vs Jake - Falls Count Anywhere (Credit: Jake Cheng)

With Davey having just set the scene, the anticipation of the crowd is broken as Philip enters the ring, to announce the next match.

Philip: This match will be a Falls Count Anywhere match, and is scheduled for one-fall! Announcing first, weighing in at two hundred and fifty pounds, the “Rookie Monster” Danny Richards!

“Lamb of God” plays throughout the arena as Rookie runs onto the ramp. The crowd boos heavily and he makes his way to the ring, stopping every couple of steps to pose and show of his muscles. He stops in front of a young child who holds up a sign with The Cookie monster pinning Rookie as the ref counts to three. Rookie snatches from the kid and tears it to pieces.

Philip: And his opponent, at a whopping one hundred and ninety pounds, from Dover, NH, Jake Cheng!!

The booing toward Rookie quickly turns to cheers. Jake runs down the ramp, high-fiving fans as he goes. As he slides into the ring, Rookie attempts to go after him. The ref jumps in between them, but is quickly pushed to the side by Rookie.

Bells rings.

Jake is already out of the ring, walking up the ramp toward the backstage. Rookie starts to get pissed and yells at Jake telling him to get back into the ring.

Jake: C’mon you chicken!

The crowd laughs and chants “Chicken” at Rookie. He bolts out of the ring, as Jake continues making his way up the ramp. Within seconds both men are backstage, knocking things over. Jake sprints ahead, but before Rookie can catch him, a door opens and hits him in the face. Rookie almost rips the door off its hinges trying to get around, all while yelling at whoever is on the other side of the door, but he stops dead as he sees a mildly amused Mercer Stanton flanked by Elias, who has his hand in his jacket pocket. Rookie’s anger ceases, and he quickly (and wisely) apologizes to Stanton and continues his hunt for Jake Cheng.

He catches up with Jake as he is sitting down in a hallway. Rookie sprints down the hallway. Jake nods to Davey, who is hiding. Davey is reluctant to shutting the door, but does. Rookie easily boots the door down. Jake and Davey are both in shock. Rookie grabs Jake by the throat and holds him at face height. He throws him forward, hitting Jake’s spine against the wall. He picks Jake up to do it again but Jake kicks him in the........knee. Jake regains his balance and hits Rookie with an X-Factor as he holds his knee. Jake climbs onto the crate Wyvern brought for him. Jake jumps and connects with a leg drop, right to the throat of Rookie. Jake opens the trunk, but finds nothing. It was completely empty. He goes over to the cardboard box and finds it completely empty. Rookie gets up clotheslines Jake in the back of the head. Jake is down and Rookie goes for the pin.

One!

Two!

Thr--

Jake kicks out just in time. Rookie grabs the ref and begins to complain about the almost three count. Jake is still on the ground. Rookie moves the cart over by Jake. Rookie sets him up for the Rookie Bomb. Jake manages to escape by thumbing Rookie in the eye. Jake picks up the empty cardboard box. Rookie recover quickly and rushes at Jake. Jake throws the cardboard box at Rookie. As soon as Rookie catches it, Jake hits the Van Daminator onto Rookie. This doesn’t affect Rookie at all, but it does make a dent in the cardboard box. Jake is already running down the hallway, toward the New Breed locker room. The door is locked. Jake continues running down the hallway.

After taking some sharp turns he and there, Jake all the weapons he set up in an open area. Rookie turns the corner and stops to see Jake is holding the pitch fork in front of him.

Rookie: Are you really planning to use that against me?

Jake: No….

Jake throws down the pitch fork at him and runs to where the 2 ladders are set up with the 4 tables in between them. Both men climb onto the table. They both try to finish this match by hitting there opponent through the tables. Both swing punches, but are dodged or blocked. Jake throws some high kicks that stun Rookie. Jake climbs the ladder, but gets caught by Rookie. He gets between Jake and the ladder, and plucks him off he ladder. He is already in powerbomb position. Jake squirms around to get Rookie off balance. Rookie loses his footing and falls backward. Both men go through the tables. The ref checks both of them. They are both knocked out cold.

Philip: This match ends in a draw!

Medical personnel come to aid Danny and Jake as they lie in the pile of collapsed tables. The two men are carried away in stretchers. The future of the Entertainment title tournament is in jeopardy. Who moves on? What will become of the loser? Only time will tell...

Fade Out.

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Segment: An explosive combination (Credit: RDK/TNT)

As we come back from commercials, we see TNT, seemingly very angry, strutting down the hallways, he is not feeling content at all and seems ready to blow, as he turns a corner, he bumps into someone. As he looks up, it appears the person is RDK. He steps back a few steps.

Randy: Hey Brudah!!!

TNT cocks an eyebrow.

TNT: What do you want?

Randy: Well Brudah, I'm not sure if you have been informed, but right here tonight.....

Crowd Cheers.

Randy: ...There’s gonna be a match!

TNT: What match?

Randy: Well Brudah, it involves gold! You can never go wrong with gold!

Crowd: "Macho Man Macho Man"

Randy: And your in it!

TNT: Is that Right? Gold you say? International gold? World Heavyweight Gold? What kinda gold junior?! What are you waiting for? Tell me!

Randy: Hold onto your horses there chicken little!

Crowd Laughs and RDK receives a huge pop.

Randy: I'll tell ya what gold it is, if you promise not to get angry!

TNT: The hell? Chicken Little? What are you talking about?! Anyway....fine, just tell me what gold it is!

Randy: PROMISE not to get mad, brudah?

TNT looks to the side annoyed, and looks back.

TNT: PROMISE.

Randy: ALRIGHT! Tonight, that’s right, RIGHT HERE, TONIGHT! ITS GONNA BE....TNT.....

Crowd grows silent.

Randy: ....Going for the gold…..

Long pause

Randy: With The Macho Man R-D-K! OoOoh Yeah! Can you dig that Brudah??!

TNT has a blank stare on his face.

TNT: WHAT?!

Randy: Against The Predators, Brudah! For the tag titles! Those jabronis won't know WHAT hit them! Ginger was actually nice enough to give the shot to me! That’s awesome eh? MachoManiacs unite!

TNT looks confused, but that quickly changes, and he goes along with things.

TNT: Yeah....we WILL win the tag titles tonight, and we WILL bring prestige into them, ladies and gentleman at home, you better be recording this because, you'll be recording HISTORY. That is TNT and RDK, together, for the first time! On the same side to whoop the Predators' ass and win the titles!

Randy: OoOoh Yeah! That’s the spirit! I'll see you tonight in the ring! MachoMania is gonna run WILD tonight brudah, I can just FEEL IT!

RDK pats TNT on the shoulder before continuing to walk down the hall. TNT smirks.

TNT: Yeah.....Running wild....that’s what the Predators will be doing...hehe....

Fade Out.

[Alicia "Atomic" Kitsune]

Segment: Oops, Pow, Suprise!! (Credit: BK/Predator)

As the shot returns to the arena, "Ginger's Theme" hits and the crowd gives the Chairman of the Board a kind of mixed reaction, he hasn't been seen in the ring too much since Fallen Heroes where he battled against Latino. Ginger still has the guilty look on his face since when he was in Kiley's room earlier this evening when she made him feel guilty about the outcome of the SiH.

Philip: Ladies and Gentleman, please welcome the Chairman of the Board, Gingerdude !!

Ginger continues to walk down ringside and he walks up the steel steps and enters the ring. Philip hands the mic over to Ginger before he leaves the ring and Ginger has a few words to say to the crowd.

Ginger: You know earlier tonight as most of you saw I had a little talk with one of my Divas, who was really touched by the outcome of the Escape the House Match, Kiley Johnson.

A mixed reaction for Kiley also, they respect that she went out and fought her match today but they don't accept her still being behind the hated corpse of BK London.

Ginger: And that talk with Kiley made me really realize that I am indeed to blame for the entire event that happened at Spring into Hell. It was me that created the match, it was me who administered the match, and I did not check to see if the house was safe. I was too busy caught up in the moment of ratings and buyrates and merchandise that I.....I....didn't think about the superstars that make the show...Which is why I herby turn over my entire 100% of authority to Mer---

"Stay Together For the Kids" by Blink 182 blares and the crowd quickly switches to a different state by booing the hell out of one half of the Tag Team Champions, the Predator who is suspiciously coming out alone. Predator seems to have a smirk on his face as he struts down the ring with his tag team belt on his shoulder. Predator taunts the crowd and he holds up the tag belt at the section of the crowd. Predator slides in the ring and demands a mic from Philip.

Predator: Whoa, Whoa, Whoa Gingerbread. Don't take things so personally...I mean I was there first hand. How do you think I felt when I saw that entire house crash down? Luckily I wasn't in the house because I know all the Pred-Heads out there.....

Predator looks out into the crowd expecting a pop but is bombarded with a chorus of boos.

Predator: ….Don't want to see the ultimately best Tag Team Champion of all time being severely injured or actually....dead. Ginger, at Spring from Hell, it had to be one of the if not THE BEST night of my life...Wolf and I retained our..*slaps tag belt*..tag team championships when we defeated IceFire or whatever that assclown Wonder Twin tag team is...and then later that I night I single-handedly took Latino out of the equation in the main event..

Ginger: Oh that’s right. You ARE the reason that Latino couldn't win the match, nor escape the match. You're the reason AK is going through so much grief aren't you, you creepy little bastard.

The crowd actually pops for Ginger as he insults Predator.

Predator: Hey Hey Hey, remember that you administered the match. You set it up, not me, ultimately it’s your fault. But lets stop all the games here and get to the point of why I came out here tonight...you know there have been many great magicians in the world…one famous one was the great Houdini. Harry Houdini who amazed the world with his death defying tricks and feats. But tonight I have somebody here who makes that dead geezer's tricks look like crap. Tonight, Ladies and Gentleman I present to you...and the world...the return of....

The crowd waits, anticipating the person that Predator is talking about as Ginger is waiting for the person also.

Predator:......B-K LONDON !!!!

The crowd begins to boo as "Public Service Announcement" hits and the former ACW Champion BK London struts onto the stage. Predator is seen smiling in the ring as Ginger's jaw has literally dropped. BK walks down to the ring cockily slapping his chest, mocking Latino. BK walks up the steps and enters the ring and climbs to the top rope taunting the crowd down below. Ginger is really puzzled in the center of the ring. Predator hands BK London the mic and the crowd continues to boo BK as he makes his return after what was thought to be an explosion that killed both superstars.

BK: I am back bitches !!!

The crowd continues to boo BK.

BK: Its good to be back man, those closing moments of Spring into Hell was scary man. I didn't think the plan would work, but once again BK uses his superior mind power to fool everyone again.

Ginger: How the hell are you alive? We all see the entire house collapse and then blow...What’s the deal?

BK: Ah Ginger, fine question. Usually a great magician as myself doesn't reveal his tricks but I just have to do this to rub it in each of your faces. You see Ginger, you made a fatal flaw when making the match as you stated. You didn't check if the house was safe...you didn't check if it was stable...you didn't check if two men well over 200 pounds could fight in the house...but I did.

BK walks around the ring a bit while talking.

BK: I knew in the back of my mind that this house wasn't stable enough to survive the brawl between Latino and I. So I had the house reinforced with layers and layers of lead paint. Then when the match time came I made sure that most of my attacks someway weakened the structure of the house. But one wildcard came into play, Skurai. See I had no idea what he was doing, but he really brought the house down when he struck that structure while I was hanging out that window...I knew this house was going to break down. Finally after a few moments the house kind of imploded and collapsed on itself. Luckily I was on the outside of the house at the time and only a few layers of the house fell on me. I had enough energy to roll into the Bomb Shelter on the other side of the house opposite of the basement. And who do you think met me in the bomb shelter, why...my good friend and my NEW PROTEGE, Predator here.

Predator smiles and chuckles while the crowd boos him.

BK: Predator was also the main cause in why there was a leak in the basement, Why do you even think he was in the basement in the first place? You see friends, I had this thing planned out step by step. I proved I would be the survivor in this match and I am…I proved that I would beat Latino...and I did. I said I was the most Dangerous Man on the planet and I proved it. So what do you have to say Ginger? Huh?

Ginger is still contemplating in his mind and then he looks up.

Ginger: BK...You blew up a house, cost me thousands of dollars, and you destroyed a neighborhood, and you did all of this to kill Latino? BK, I have to say that I....I....I am proud of you man.

Huge heat is laid upon Ginger and he doesn't even care as he just shakes the hand of BK.

Ginger: You know, I was worried that we would've lost BK and Latino, two of my biggest stars. But now that I found out it was just Latino, man, I am really relieved. I mean really the only one of you I was worried about was you, you draw more money, your the better superstar athletically, you’re one of the best superstars to date. Screw Latino, he hasn't made me nothing…I'm glad the son of a bitch is dead. He was full of shit anyway…

BK: Ah man, you’re telling me..

Predator: Yeah...

BK and Ginger stare at Predator who has reluctantly injected himself into this celebration.

BK: Anywhoo...Ginger, you mind if I take the stage tonight?

Ginger: Oh please do. I've got some work in the back anyway. I'll talk to you later, maybe we'll do lunch…

BK: Not likely.

Ginger and BK continue to laugh like old pals as BK takes center stage.

BK: Now tonight, I don't usually do this but, I am making a challenge to someone. Someone who stuck their nose in my business at Spring from Hell and deserves to pay like anyone else who gets in my way...I am challenging Skurai. Skurai, if you have got the testicular fortitude you will be here later tonight...because if you aren't that just reminds me of how much of a BITCH you were back in the day...

BK drops the mic and he exits the ring along with Predator while the crowd boos him, BK slaps Predator on the back and mouths to him some words as they head to the locker room while we cut to commercials.

[Alicia "Atomic" Kitsune]

Segment: Yoko’s Anger (Credit: Yoko)

We see Yoko Satoshi in her locker room, holding Mr. Floppy by the
throat.

Mr. Floppy: You leave me here all week, AGAIN, and this is how you treat
me when you come back?

Yoko: I left you here because the thought of dealing with you disgusted
me. You LIED to me, Mr. Floppy.

Mr. Floppy: I didn't lie, some girls like that kind of stuff.

Yoko: You knew she didn't! You purposely ruined my chances with her!

Mr. Floppy: She doesn't even like girls, I did you a favor! You don't
need her, and now we can be best friends again. Without HER.

Yoko shakes him violently.

Yoko: Alicia was right, you ARE selfish. Jade isn't the one I don't
need, YOU'RE the one I don't need.

Mr. Floppy: You don't mean that.

Yoko: I do. I'm going to salvage what's left of my relationship with
Jade, but you and me, we're done.

Mr. Floppy: What are you going to do, destroy me?

Yoko: I don't think I can. But I can get rid of you.

Mr. Floppy: How are you go-

Before he finishes, Yoko walks over to a small garbage bin in the
corner of her locker room, and drops Mr. Floppy into it.

Yoko: I'm throwing you out with the rest of my garbage.

Mr. Floppy: You'll come back to me. Until then, see you around.

He falls over limp. Yoko breathes a sigh of relief and exits the room
in search of Jade.

End Segment.

[Alicia "Atomic" Kitsune]

Match 3: Grimlock vs. Brian Carnage

It’s already been a night of high drama, and the fans sense that more is to come as match 3 commences, introducing a new star to the ACW firmament.

Philip: This is a singles match set for one fall…..introducing first, from Greenock, Scotland, Brian Carnage!

Carnage runs out as “Open Your Eyes” plays; the fans give him a pop, and Carnage seems to be reasonably well psyched up for the match given that he’s had little time to prepare. He stretches a little in the ring as he waits.

Then, the arena darkens, and green lights begin to play around the stage as a hooded figure approaches…..

Philip: And his opponent, from Detroit, Michigan – making his ACW Meltdown Debut, Grimlock!

”Neverender” by Coheed and Cambria plays; Grimlock pauses on the stage before throwing back his arms, dislodging his hood as green pyros go off. The crowd is unsure quite how to react, and there’s a mixed response as Grimlock walks to the ring, the lights returning as he arrives.

The referee checks that both men are ready, and then calls for the bell.

Bell Rings.

Understandably there is a short moment of visual staredown at the beginning of the match; the competitors have no prior knowledge of one another to use and so they move together slowly. Grimlock is the larger of the two by some margin, and he is the first to aim a punch at his opponent; Carnage ducks, but Grimlock moves with him and his follow – up blow connects solidly with Carnage’s jaw. Carnage staggers and falls, and Grimlock coolly lifts him up and delivers a sidewalk slam before making an exploratory pin. Carnage kicks out just before the 2 count, and rolls away quickly to prevent Grimlock from continuing his attack; he pops up close to the ropes and shows off his athletic prowess with a springboard into a headscissors takedown. There is a loud bang as Grimlock meets the canvas, and Carnage is in the perfect position to dropkick his foe in the face as he sits up. Carnage makes a pin, but Grimlock easily dislodges him at the 2 count. The fans are engrossed in the match as Carnage backs off and then runs toward Grimlock again, trying to use speed and momentum to overcome the size disadvantage, but Grimlock puts on a turn of speed of his own, and lifts up a foot so that Carnage runs on to it. The crowd is still not sure what to make of the newcomer; Grimlock’s expression is neither cruel nor sportsmanlike, and if anything his moves are characterised by a kind of simple efficiency. He shows this off to good advantage now with a gutwrench powerbomb, and pins again; this time the count passes 2, and Carnage takes a little longer to recover.

Grimlock is proving himself admirably, but Carnage isn’t just here to be a bouncy punchbag, and he responds to Grimlock’s run of form by targeting his opponent’s knees and lower legs, and sweeps him to the floor. Grimlock finds himself in an abdominal stretch, and though he is able to use brute force to escape Carnage is able to keep the hold on long enough that Grimlock is left with considerable residual pain to deal with for the remainder of the match. Carnage works to build on this, keeping on his toes and lashing out with a kick or two when Grimlock tries to get in close; Grimlock becomes seriously annoyed and makes a dash forward, only to be whipped straight into the turnbuckle. Carnage runs in too and delivers a neckbreaker variation; with Grimlock down Carnage goes for a split legged moonsault, only for Grimlock to roll backwards and avoid taking the hit. Carnage lands awkwardly and Grimlock delivers some stomps while the chance is there; Carnage looks dazed and Grimlock pulls him up – but then Carnage springs back to life and twists around to lock in his legendary octopus stretch! The fans cheer, and Grimlock is in deep trouble, but Carnage has forgotten that they’re close to the ropes. He tries to restrain Grimlock’s arms, but Grimlock slowly shifts the pair of them around until he can get a hand to a rope. Carnage swears under his breath as he’s forced to rethink, and in his hurry to secure the match he moves to set up his Carnage buster without weakening Grimlock further. It’s a major error, and as Carnage tries to get the headscissor position by running and jumping, Grimlock ducks low and Carnage lands in front of him. He turns and get a foot in the stomach, which primes him for Grimlock to demonstrate his finishing move, the Execution. It’s as deadly as it sounds for Carnage’s hopes of winning, and Grimlock has only to make a simple cover to earn the 1,2,3.

Philip: Here is your winner………Grimlock!

The fans give both men applause for the match; Grimlock has shown in no uncertain terms that he is a serious player here in ACW, and he looks satisfied as he returns to the back to rejoin with his manager. Carnage pulls himself up and gets another pop from the crowd, who recognise his hard work as the scene fades out.

[Alicia "Atomic" Kitsune]

Segment: Get Rich Quick (Credit: Hunter)

The scene opens in a long hallway. It is illuminated by the scattered lights that are hanging above the recently-mopped floor. The camera moves down the hallway and stops in front of a door that reads "Senatorial Stable". The door opens and Hunter steps out and basks in his glory. The crowd cheers, and he simply smirks and walks down the hallway. While he is walking, he rubs the scar on his forehead that he received the previous night. He sighs and stops walking. He stands and looks up at the light and silently mutters something. There are a few scattering sounds and then a microphone appears from above and perches next to him. Hunter looks over his shoulder at it and laughs. He pushes it away and continues walking down the hallway...that is, until he is stopped.

??: Yo, Hunter!

Hunter turns his head and looks at the direction of the yells. He sees a man running towards him. The man stops and bends over to catch his breath.

Hunter: Uh...can I help you?

Ron: Yeah, hi, my name is Ron Jeremiah. I'm part of the sound crew.

Hunter: Ron...Jeremiah?

Ron: Yeah.

Hunter: What is this, biblical porn?

Ron: What?

Hunter: Nevermind. Anyway, Mr...Jeremiah, what can I do for you?

Ron: Well, I was chatting with my buddies and they told me that you happen to be a man of the cards.

Hunter: A what?

Ron: A man of the cards. You know...poker?

Hunter: Oh. Who told you that?

Ron: Names needn't be mentioned.

Hunter: Hmm. Well, he'd be right.

Ron: I've heard of your Vegas exploits. They're legendary.

Hunter smirks.

Hunter: Yes, yes, I truly am a beast. Now, is this going somewhere?

Ron: Well...uh...yeah.

Hunter: Well, spill it. What do you want?

Ron: Well, there's this new casino that opened up.

Hunter: Here?

Ron: Yeah. It's uh...

He looks at the cameras and begins to sweat. He leans closer towards Hunter, but the highly powerful microphone cannot pick up most of the conversation.

Ron: Third...*static*...and it's...*static*...then you...*static*...and that's the door.

Ron backs away and Hunter looks at him, a little shocked.

Hunter: Oh...so it's THAT kind of a casino.

Ron: Yeah, but they're big payoffs. You'd like it.

Hunter: I think I might check it out.

Ron: Oh, also, you'll need the password.

Ron reaches into his pocket and pulls out a crumbled piece of paper. He wipes it off and gives it to Hunter. Hunter looks at it, but he doesn't open it. He puts it into his pocket.

Hunter: Uh...well...I'll look into it.

Ron: Good...good. See you there.

Hunter: Uh...sure, Mr...Jeremiah.

Ron shakes his head nervously and backs away. Hunter watches him go and then sighs. He looks down the corridors and takes a step towards one, and then disappears from view.

Fade Out