aCe: A Dimension Divided...

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Showtime! AFTERMATH

08.03.2123 from Arena Tarkania Tarkania, Centra Prime 29,787

- What We See -

They come from as close as the Shaman's village to as far as the Stony Highlands to Arena Tarkania for the show tonight! A melting pot of all Tarkania and the noise to prove it. Chants, songs, and the playing of drums (everything from tom toms to bongos) can be heard throughout the night to show their appreciation or disdain.

(Example - during a particular great sequence in a match the sound of war drums can be heard whereas a promo that is disliked will bring noise to drowned out what is being said.)

It is believed that during classic matches the three "bodies" can become synced into a beautiful soundtrack for battle that is almost spiritual.

Needless to say some thrive in this environment while others find it rude or disrespectful.

- Pendragon -

Pendragon comes out to thunderous drums and songs for "the one that got away" in reference to the Family Rose. All are silent as he begins to speak.

"Battle of Centra was a hell of a night but my eyes are on the future. I'm making my intentions known that I plan to get back the aCe Heavyweight title!"
Drums are pounded on in celebration of this news.

"Now I know I'm not the only one gunning for the title. In fact a gentlemen has made it clear that his path back to the title starts tonight. Well I'm here to tell you Shepard, our paths will converge! Only one will get that shot and I plan on being that ONE!"

Pendragon vs. Flatliner

Pendragon defeated Flatliner with OVERTHROW at 7:38

Match Rating: 2.50

Outside of two moves to start the match, this was all Flatliner. Flatliner took the big man off his feet with speed then switched it up to show off some power (hitting two consecutive Syndicate Suplexes.) Drums fired off when Pendragon kicked out of SHOCK AND AWE but Flatliner kept on the attack. A sucker punch seems to awaken the beast in Pendragon who comes alive fighting back and ending it with a double powerbomb into an OVERTHROW combo that was impressive to witness.

- "We still expect results" -

A day ago.

The Amazing Mann once again finds himself at Syndicate Tech for his "quarterly review."

"Morons don't even know what a quarter is" he thinks to himself. "This is not worth the trouble of what they are paying me."

He waits in the conference room long enough to know that he's being made to wait intentionally. Finally, six tiny desk lights appear on the table in front of him, still no faces can be seen.

Syndicate Tech P1 - We chose to wait, as we did last time, to have this meeting after the "big show." Let's review.

Syndicate Tech P2 - 8-6 record. Not great, not terrible. Impressive win at Syndicate Slam against The Six in a Battlezone but still no closer to the aCe heavyweight title.

Syndicate Tech P1 - Still can't win that third tier title either.

Syndicate Tech P3 - The Unbreakable Tour is stagnant. I mean Unbreakable Tour shirts are selling, but never in the top five.

Syndicate Tech P4 - Maybe we hired the wrong Dimension Y guy. "They" may not like him but at least "They" were buying his shirts.

The Amazing Mann bit his cheek to keep from saying anything.

Syndicate Tech P5 - Last time we asked you to take out Paganax. You won a cute little Trios match but what happened after? He won the aCe title and Primus seems to be fighting back against our...progress...

Syndicate Tech P2 - Our sources tell us that Aegis will be announcing a tournament with the prize again a shot at the aCe heavyweight title.

Syndicate Tech P1 - Maybe you'll do a little better than you did the last time we gave you information so important. Don't forget we are still your boss. We still expect results.

Esperanto and Scorch vs. The Others

Esperanto defeated Omni with DEAD MAN'S HAND at 14:46

Match Rating: 3.75

Omni comes out aggressive with a jumping thrust kick putting Esperanto on his rear. Esperanto fights back but ends up on the receiving end of CHRONOCHASM. Odyssey is in and he has the same foul mood as Omni if not worse. He throws Esperanto outside the ring and follows hitting the Sheriff with a Fosbury Flop that nearly gets a count out win. Double Vision has Esperanto reeling and Omni back in the ring.

Some luck comes Esperanto's way when he comes off the ropes with a powerful flying shoulder tackle taking Omni down. He makes the hot tag to Scorch who goes nuts almost getting the pin with Flailing Flood.

Many near falls happen for both teams, Odyssey manages to kick out of THE TRAILBLAZER and SPECIAL FORCES hit back to back, while Scorch kicks out of an imploding senton bomb.

Drums and chants are going off all over the arena as Esperanto crushes Omni with a big boot in the corner (helluva kick)

Esperanto runs across the ring and hits two more (Hair of the Dog)!

Esperanto throws Omni across the ring into the opposite turnbuckle and does it two more times!!

Dropping DEAD MAN'S HAND has Odyssey desperately trying to make the save but Scorch stops him and the Regulators notch another victory!

AFTERMATH

Odyssey is blind with rage as he attacks Omni! Security rush in to separate the two partners but Odyssey tosses them aside and continues the attack! Finally officials talk him into leaving as fans boo The Other.

- HEATSEEKERS -

The microdrones are on the case as they spot Hustler leaving several different night clubs every night since Battle of Centra. Every night has been spent in the VIP section with women and his crew. His entourage has been strictly Blue Steel members, most notably feared pit fighting champion, Mack Caliber.

- The Malcontent -

Godsend and Nightmare stand in the ring, drowned out by the noise of drums and chants. Godsend is visibly upset, Nightmare emotionless.

Godsend - Well it seems like someone didn't get the memo! The Dominion were supposed to convene after Battle of Centra, but Darkseed no showed! The Dominion were supposed to get together tonight before the show to discuss my Masterplan but Darkseed is nowhere to be found! We had a deal Darkseed! It's time you honor your agreement!

Godsend waited a few moments before Darkseed's heavy metal music hit. He walks onto the stage but goes no further.

Darkseed - The deal was whoever wins is the leader of The Dominion. I agreed to that! What I didn't agree to was fending off Witchdoctor the entire match! You beat Nightmare, you didn't beat me!

Godsend - That wasn't the deal!

Darkseed - I don't give a damn about your deal!

The crowd goes nuts for Darkseed's defiance! Godsend is losing it in the ring.

Godsend - Get down here and join your team or so help me --

Darkseed - What are you going to do? You have no power! Nothing to threaten me with! But I got something to threaten you with!

Darkseed winds the spiked mace slowly as Godsend prepares for an attack. What he didn't expect was the attack from the back. Witchdoctor slips in the ring from behind and waffles Godsend with a steel chair sending the demon down. Darkseed sprints to the ring and wildliy swings the mace at Nightmare who ducks just in time and quickly exits the ring pulling Godsend out with him. Darkseed and Witchdoctor beg them for a fight as the fans shockingly cheer the duo.

aCe Holovision Championship

Totalis vs. Scud

Totalis defeated Scud with FINAL ROUND at 5:19

Match Rating: 2.00

Totalis demanded this match after being embarrassed at the loss to Scud before Battle of Centra. He tries to end it early hitting FINAL ROUND thirty seconds into the match but Scud kicks out. It gets dicey for the Holovision champion after being pushed off the turnbuckle and to the floor where he was struck with two Kamikaze Dives. An attempted third was missed when Totalis moved out of the way sending Scud into the barricade. A huge beel onto the announcer's table almost gets Totalis disqualified but he quickly hits FINAL ROUND getting the win.

- Nes Kincade -

Nes Kincade comes to the ring and looks at the fans with disgust. They're not too fond of him either, banging the drums loudly and singing about the ROC.

"If we weren't in-between attorneys right now I'm sure he'd be out here announcing our lawsuit against the Regulators, mainly Hustler, and the referee's of aCe! The fact that Hustler wasn't patted down before entering the cage and was allowed to bring in a pistol is a crime! It's also the only reason they won that match and why my partners are out injured!"

The fans bang the drums louder as Nes Kincade tries to talk over them.

"Furthermore was the rampant cheating in favor of Aegis! No disqualification for a SUPERPLEX through a table?!?! It was a hit job on The New School, plain and simple!"

The drums and chants become too much for Nes Kincade to ignore.

"Damn you people! Go back to your shanties! I don't know why we even came to this dirt road ghetto anyway! You're nothing but a bunch hick bumpkins! No wonder you mostly avoided the Plague, even the zombies knew you had no class!

 Aspin Northstar's music hits and the fans go wild for the hometown hero. Aspin says he's heard enough of Kincades mouth and he's here to shut it! A ref runs to the ring and we have an impromptu match!

Aspin Northstar vs. Nes Kincade

Aspin Northstar defeated Nes Kincade with FLASH OF BRILLANCE at 7:20

Match Rating: 3.00

 Kincade tries to jumpstart the match with a running clothesline but Aspin moves and Nes crashes into the turnbuckle. A Tarkanian Smash has the crowd on their feet but Nes slows down the match by poking Aspin's eyes. Flying head scissors have Nes in control. In a total act of disrespect he spits in Northstar's face lighting a fire under the young man. Aspin charges with another Tarkanian Smash before double roundhouse kicks get him a two count. Two NORTHERN STAR SUPLEXES also get him a two before an eventual FLASH OF BRILLIANCE (4) get him the win.

AFTERMATH

Avarice attacks Aspin Northstar as he celebrates his win! To the shock of everyone but Kincade the Blackheart is here! He wraps his spiked band around his fist and starts punching Northstar sending blood everywhere.
He picks up Aspin for 7th SIN but Lance At-Las runs out to save his partner. Avarice takes off but Nes tries to stop the martian. At-Las fights him off throwing him over the ropes with an At-las World Beater before checking on his teammate.

- The Nemean Show -

An excited Nemean sits behind his desk on The Nemean Show. Ventross is sitting on the couch beside him cool, calm and collected. The fans sit quietly listening to the announcement that Nemean has.

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Nemean - Welcome everyone to a very exciting addition of The Nemean Show! We shook the Centra Palladium to it's core at Battle of Centra! Shout out to my good friends in The Rabble Rousers! Now onto business. As you can see I have my Passenger from another Ravanger, Ventross with me!

Ventross - (exasperated) That...doesn't...even rhyme....

Nemean - I wanted to have The Others here for this announcement but after what happened earlier it's better that they didn't show. Enough chitter-chatter! I am here to announce that for the first time since late 2121 the aCe will return to The Mothership! The next few shows will take place on satellite ships with it all culminating at Four Corners Coliseum with the big show, RAvenger!

Ventross - That is the dumbest name for a show I've ever heard.

Nemean - Hey! I helped come up with that name!

Ventross - What does it even mean? Is it our name? Is it a misspelling for revenge? Who's the one getting revenge? Why not --

Nemean - Ok ok I get it! I'm told these shows will lead up to our next tourna --

Nemean couldn't finish his thought as Odyssey burst on the stage yelling at Ventross.

Odyssey - You just couldn't leave well enough alone could you! We had a good plan! We would have finally been done with this Others bull--

Before he could finish Odyssey was tackled by Omni. The brawl is on again between The Others! Ventross and Nemean try to separate them but they just end up fighting again! Ventross finally gets a hold of Odyssey as Nemean tries to grab Omni. Omni pushes off Nemean and turns to go back on the attack. Odyssey gets free and they start throwing punches again! Fed up Nemean throws Hunger Strike but The Others get out of the way and Nemean hits Ventross! Nemean is stunned and apologizing profusely but Ventross doesn't want to hear it hitting a flying shoulder spear on Nemean that takes half the set down! Security is working overtime as they swarm the four Ravagers finally getting things under control.

aCe Battlefield Title

Shepard vs. Mr. Bloat

Shepard defeated Mr. Bloat with EXORCISM at 8:01

Match Rating: 3.25

 Shepard foolishly tries to start the match match with a wrestling hold putting Bloat in a reverse chinlock. Mr. Bloat escapes and takes a stiff elbow but Bloat has other plans. Pulling out his razor fork in plain view he stabs Shepard in the head! Shepard goes down hard and the ref calls for the bell but Mr. Bloat is on top of the Vagabond Priest carving his forehead. Centrapolis security detail swarm the ring as fans boo the cowardly act. They drag Bloat out of the ring but the mics pick of Bloat's comments.

Mr. Bloat - Don't disappoint me, Shepard! You want redemption then earn it! Our last battle was no disqualification! You can't beat me with no rules! No redemption, Shepard! No redemption!

Shepard gets to his feet and put his hand up asking for security to stop. He nods to the ref turns to Bloat and motions with his hand to "Bring it!"

The drums beat loud as Mr. Bloat and Shepard go at it! They fight all around the outside of the ring, Shepard even uses a fans drum mallet against Bloat!

Back in the ring a Nomad Knee Drop gets Shepard a two count. Palm strikes go in Bloat's favor and he uses Homicidal Tendency three times in a row! CRUEL AND UNUSUAL has Shepard fading but he survives. Bloat pulls out his Razor fork again but Shepard is ready throwing what looks like AntiVirus! Bloat screams in pain before going down to a superkick. Mr. Bloat kicks out of one EXORCISM (1) but Shepard climbs right back up jumping off with a more effective second EXORCISM (4) getting the win!

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Showtime!
Return to the Ravagers

08.12.2123 from Warrior Combat Facility, Ravager Satellite Ship, 6,048

- What We See -

Warrior Combat Facility is our first stop on the Return to the Ravagers. The Ravager Dojo is still the bare-bones combat zone it was previously, adorned with Ravager weapons as simple as a spear to advanced as automatic fusion rays. The Ravagers at the WCF are a little more vocal and aggressive than those on the Mothership, wanting to see hard-hitting matches and clear winners.

- Not in Attendance -

Mr. Bloat (Banned from all Ravager facilities)

After tonight Sycophant and Painmaster will return to Centra Prime, they are banned from the Mothership.

Peacemaker vs. Donk Oaken

Peacemaker defeated Donk Oaken with Executive Power at 6:33

Match Rating: 2.00

 The match is nearly over before it starts as Peacemaker opens up with a Blindside Bodybuster. Peacemaker looks angry sending up Donk for a delayed vertical suplex and seems to be on a mission to end this as fast as possible. Donk wouldn't let that happen, kicking out of PEACEMAKER'S OATH and getting in some offense on the outside. Tiber couldn't be stopped though, nearly taking Donk's head off with a baseball slide in the tree of woe. Peacemaker eventually settled down and even seemed to have fun after taking in the cheers after throwing a dropkick. The pandering continued as Ravagers counted out the seconds Donk was up for another delayed vertical suplex. Finally, Peacemaker ended it with Executive Power.

AFTERMATH

Peacemaker grabs a mic after the match and waits for the cheers to die down.

Peacemaker - I didn't know what to expect when I came out here. Quite frankly, I was embarrassed. To say I under-preformed at the biggest show of year wouldn't begin to do it justice. I was afraid of the reaction I would get to be honest. But what you just showed me is that it doesn't matter how I get knocked down, it's how I get back up and I got back up with the help of you! I thank you for the bottom of my heart. If what I hear about this upcoming tournament is true, I'd be honored to stand with you!

- Party All The Time -

Paparazzi and dirt sheet reporters have a new favorite celeb and his name is Hustler. Since HEATSEEKERS found him leaving the club at dawn he's been seen out every night. Different spots, same crew. Swarmed when coming out of popular club Theque-Noir, the Savior of the Streets gave in and answered some questions while walking to his vehicle.

Q: When will you return to aCe?

A: Whenever I'm cleared.

Q: Why aren't you traveling with your team? The Oakens are with The New School.

A: Good for them.

Q: What do you think of Scorch and Esperanto challenging for the tag titles?

A: I don't.

With that he disappeared with his entourage, Mack Caliber flipping a crude gesture to the paparazzi before slamming the door.

Esperanto and Scorch vs. Sycophant and Master

Esperanto defeated PainMaster with SPECIAL FORCES at 13:20

Match Rating: 2.25

Scorch and Esperanto continue to look like a well oiled machine getting the win over a crumbling S&M team. After the match Primeval Destruction come out to the ring and get face to chest with The Regulators. Warfare and Hybrid raise their titles as both teams talk smack to each other.

Darkseed vs. Nightmare

Darkseed defeated Nightmare with BELLY OF THE BEAST at 1:02

3 Moves! Nightmare foolishly tries to scoop slam Darkseed but the Big Man just stands there snarling. Grabbing Nightmare by the hair he throws him up for a devastating Spinebuster Slam. That would have done it but Darkseed puts the point on the exclamation with BELLY OF THE BEAST.

AFTERMATH

Godsend attacks Darkseed as soon as the ref counts three. He tries to apply SPEAK OF THE DEVIL but Witchdoctor runs out hitting Godsend with DEATH'S SPECTRUM! Nightmare pulls Godsend out of the ring cursing and kicking guardrails. Finally calm, Godsend challenges Witchdoctor next show but Darkseed says no. "You will fight me!" The Ravagers actually cheer this new version of Darkseed!

- EXCLUSIVE REPORT -

Reporter Cronk Walters broke the story mid-week on Flux that a certain wrestler is unhappy with his team and current contract. "One of the aCe's top paid stars may be looking to get out of his current contract." he wrote. Although he doesn't name the wrestler in question many fans took to social media sites to ponder who it is, several names coming up repeatedly.

Avarice and Nes Kincade vs. Lance At-Las and Aspin Northstar

Avarice defeated Aspin Northstar with Crown of Thornes at 10:01

Match Rating: 3.00

 Aspin demands to start the match with Avarice. Avarice smirks until he catches a quick jab to the mouth. This sets off Avarice who hits a snap back suplex and two swinging neck snaps. Northstar manages to strike with an enziguri but his offense is short lived as Avarice hits Power of Greed and a Tiger Driver. Aspin kicks out of several pins attempts when Kincade tags in. He immediately takes the fight outside and hits a sloppy 7th SIN on top of the announcers table but it doesn't break! Aspin takes the full force of it and is busted open. Northstar manages a little comeback but makes the novice mistake of not tagging out, instead going for FLASH OF BRILLIANCE. He misses allowing Kincade to tag in the Blackheart. Avarice clamps in Crown of Thorns and shouts for At-Las to throw in the towel. Blood pools on the mat and Avarice screams again at At-Las who shouts encouragement to Aspin. It doesn't matter as the ref calls for the bell after Northstar doesn't respond to his arm being dropped a third time.

- Redemption Tour -

It was announced after the last show that Shepard and Pendragon would fight several wrestlers with the opportunity to challenge Paganax for the aCe title at RAvenger. Next show Shepard will take on The Amazing Mann while Pendragon will take on Ventross. The Ravagers cheer loudly at their hero's image on the Holo-Tron. Cheers quickly turn to boos as everything turns red and the tribal beats of the aCe champions music starts! Paganax slowly makes his way around the ring soaking in the hatred of the Ravagers. He gets into the ring listening to boos that would make another Tribal Chief turn green with envy. When they finally die down he speaks.

"Priest or Soldier it doesn't matter. I will run through my enemies with the power of a rejuvenated Primus inside me. ALL WILL FALL!"

Ventross vs. Nemean vs. Odyssey vs. Omni

Ventross defeated Nemean with Severed Ties at 18:03

Match Rating: 4.75

 Ventross and Nemean play it cool hanging back at the start of the bell. Omni and Odyssey fall back into their old routine of attack-block-counter attack. Odyssey finally lands a bridge suplex breaking the cycle. He's in the middle of a shiranui when Ventross strikes Omni with a flying shoulder spear taking out two Others with one stone. Nemean decides to get involved hitting Ventross with a knife-edge chop then immediately realizing his mistake. Ventross grabs Nemean with a grinding face claw then attempts a Ravager Gut Buster but Nemean escapes, bows to the crowd then hits Hunger Strike putting Ventross on his back. Nemean is in control when The Others actually work together (Timeline) to take him down. The match continues at a breakneck pace with all four men get in offense. Fans are rabid as Omni and Odyssey fight atop the turnbuckle until Omni hits a Spanish Fly on Odyssey through a table on the floor. This would be the end of both men.

Back in the ring Nemean and Ventross fight back and forth until Ventross finally hits the Ravager Gut Buster. He picks Nemean up and drops him with Severed Ties and the Ravager fans cheer for more. Ventross obliges hitting Severed Ties again. The Ravager fan go nuts yelling "one more time!" Ventross exits the ring, rips of a section of guard rail and throws it in the ring. He sets it up and hits another Severed Ties on the rail sending blood flying from Nemean's mouth. Ventross is possessed picking up Nemean and dropping him again with Severed Ties a fourth time. The fans, once crazy with bloodlust stand in silence as Ventross hits Severed Ties for a fifth and final time.

Nemean is motionless as Ventross finally makes the pin and ends the match the fans shocked silent.

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Showtime!
Mothership Landed

08.19.2123 from Four Corners Coliseum,Ravager Mothership 66,480

- The Nemean Show. -

The ref counts to three and immediately puts his arms up in the X. Medical personnel rush to ringside to check on Nemean as the fans sit in stunned silence. The fog that Ventross was operating under seems to have cleared as he looks on in shock from the corner. The aCe medical staff load Nemean on a stretcher and take him to the back calling for immediate transfer to the Mothership. It was reported that Nemean suffered a crushed larynx, collapsed lung and three broken ribs. Ravager doctors say they'll have him healed in time to compete for the next show.

- What We See -

It's been almost two years but the Four Corners Coliseum breathes with life once more! The Ravagers updated the screens around ringside so holographic ads appear around ringside. Some wrestlers find this as a minor annoyance while others use it as an opportunity to push their brand, leaving the ring to interact with the commercial as it plays in real time. The fans on the Mothership appreciate the turn to entertainment but still prefer the all or nothing feel that the old aCe had.

- A call for unity -

The Ancients were unhappy. While approving of healthy competition between Ravagers, the actions at Showtime! left more than one concerned.
"The essence war is still fresh in our minds." one commented. "The ghost of Rankor and treason of Nicodemus loom over us all here. We never want to see that again."

The Ancients have demanded that The Ravagers come together next show as a unified force!
"It doesn't matter the opponent, The four Ravager representatives will compete together as one!"

The Archangels vs. The Brothers Oaken

Donk Oaken defeated Exodus via Count Out at 23:37

Match Rating: 4.00

What a way to start the show! The Archangels and Oakens tear down the house with fantastic back and forth action, near falls, and all out brawls. Gabriel survived a reverse Doomsday Device (Rorus putting him on in his shoulders while Donk hit the clothesline from the apron) while Rorus kicked out of JUDGEMENT DAY and WRAITH OF GOD. Things get so heated that Exodus almost gets disqualified for using a chair against Donk on the outside! Unfortunately for The Archangels outside of the ring is Oaken territory. After a four man brawl was won by the Knuckleheads, Donk hoists Exodus up on his shoulders as Rorus dives off the turnbuckle for a devastating Doomsday Device getting the count out win.

- Ventross -

Ventross searches the backstage area for Nemean. The Ravager asks crew members if they've seen him but they look away in fear, some even running. Ventross pays them no mind as he desperately continues his search.

Shepard vs. The Amazing Mann

Shepard defeated The Amazing Mann with a Somersault Leg Drop at 18:41

Match Rating: 5.00

The first 5 star match on Showtime! The Ravager fans in attendance went from respectful claps to loud cheers to out of their seat yelling. The Amazing Mann tries to start things slow with an arm wringer but Shepard is on a mission turning into a Turnbuckle Tabernacle. Amazing Mann would have thought that was bad enough if Shepard didn't prop him back up and hit another Tabernacle for a total of twenty punches in a row. Shepard hits EXORCISM (2) but Mann kicks out. Shepard went to work on The Amazing Mann with a Nomad Knee Drop/somersault leg drop one two and is in the driver seat. The Amazing Mann manages to change a stiff elbow into a hammerlock but takes a third Turnbuckle Tabernacle for his effort. He survives a huge EXORCISM (5) and Shepard doesn't know what to do to win the match!

This was just the start. The Amazing Mann would continue to frustrate Shepard countering his big moves and working submissions. Shepard went from not knowing how to put Amazing Mann away to not knowing if he'd have to tap or let his arm snap.

Shepard makes a huge comeback and hits a third EXORCISM (4) but Mann kicks out again! AMAZING!

Of all the submissions The Amazing Mann locked on he never got to put on UNBREAKABLE. In a crazy twist of fate, Shepard slips out of an arm ringer, throwing Mann to the mat and following up with a somersault leg drop that lands on Mann's head knocking him loopy. Shepard gets the pin ending this incredible bout.

Darkseed vs. Godsend

Godsend defeated Darkseed via Disqualification at 14:35

Match Rating: 3.00

Darkseed comes out of the gate a little too eager missing with several running clotheslines. Luckily for him Godsend wasn't able to put together an offense. A rejuvenated Darkseed has his way with Godsend nearly breaking him in half powerbombing him through the announcer's table. The only Godsend offense comes late in the match, capitalizing on a Darkseed mistake with a piledriver. Quickly he locks in SPEAK OF THE DEVIL and Darkseed struggles. Triggered by the move, Witchdoctor jumps in the ring and levels Godsend with his voodoo stick causing the DQ. Nightmare pulls his partner outside the ring and Godsend quickly challenges Witchdoctor next show. With Darkseed incapacitated and unable to stop him, Witchdoctor gladly accepts.

- Ventross -

Ventross is still searching for Nemean unsuccessfully. It seems everyone he asks says "you just missed him" or "he was just here not long ago, think he headed that way." Unfortunately for Ventross his search has to be cut short - his music plays and his match is scheduled next.

Ventross vs. Pendragon

Pendragon defeated Ventross with OVERTHROW at 9:18

Match Rating: 3.50

 Ventross was distracted in the opening moments of the contest but quickly focused. Pendragon survived spears, tombstones, and gut busters but struggled offensively until turning a grinding face claw into a huge press slam.

A lot of action took place outside the ring where both men showed they could get hardcore at the drop of a hat. Ventross hit a suplex on the floor leaving Pendragon helpless. He goes to the guardrail and starts to separate it from the others but stops, seemingly deep in thought. Ventross decides against it and that costs him dearly. As he turns he's speared into said guardrail taking it over with him. Pendragon tosses him in the ring, hits OVERTHROW and it's over.

As Pendragon walks up the ramp he crosses paths with Nemean who stands on the stage just under the Holo-Tron. Ventross looks up to see his friend shake his head and walk to the back.

Hybrid vs. Esperanto

Hybrid defeated Esperanto with a Pounce and Slash at 0:15

 Bell rings.

Hybrid hits pounce and slash.

Ref counts to three.

Bell rings.

- Totalis -

Totalis strolls around the ring looking out at the Ravager crowd but never looking at them. He grabs a prop mic and gets in the ring.

Totalis - So this is the Ravager Mothership. I've heard so many things about this place and I have to say I'm underwhelmed. Actually I'm downright disappointed. I've been a lot of places - countless planets, a couple dimensions - but this place is the worst! No wonder the last leader wanted to raze it to the ground and start again.

This got the crowd hot. It's become taboo to mention Nicodemus on the Mothership after the aCe War. Totalis is loving the heat when out comes Peacemaker.

Peacemaker - Ok you've had your fun child, I think it's time to go.

Totalis - How dare you speak to the Holovision champion like that? I should beat you where you stand!

Peacemaker - Funny you say that, that's exactly what I'm thinking too! Beat You right where you stand, and take that title!

The Ravagers stand and clap for Peacemaker but Totalis doesn't bite. He slowly backs to the ropes.

Totalis - I don't fight for free and I'm not scheduled so too bad, so sad, buh-bye!

Peacemaker - This isn't over, Totalis. You'll be hearing from me.

- The Amazing Mann -

The Amazing Mann sits in his locker room towel on his head.

"No excuse, I lost. You didn't beat me Shepard, I lost. I want a rematch! I understand you have a match next Showtime! with Pendragon. No need to worry, I won't be interfering. If you lose though I will be waiting.

The Amazing Mann starts to get up but sits back down.

"Let me cover all bases while I'm here. I want the main course but I'll settle for an appetizer! If you lose Pendragon, this challenge is for you! I didn't come to the Mothership to be left out!

Lance At-Las vs. Avarice

Avarice defeated Lance At-Las with 7th SIN at 8:26

Match Rating: 3.75

 Another great battle between these long time rivals. Both men go back and forth, each knowing what the other will do before they do it. An incredible sequence (Avarice reverses a wrist lock into a snap back suplex , quickly pops up and hits a Shining Wizard) leads to 7th SIN and the victory for the Blackheart.

AFTERMATH

Avarice grabs a mic and a black rose throwing the latter on top of At-Las.

"The Six are on notice! At RAvenger The New School are coming for the Battlefield title! Four on four survivor elimination match!"

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Showtime!
Mothership Connection

08.25.2123 from Four Corners Coliseum,Ravager Mothership 66,480

- What We See -

Ravager fans filing into the Four Corners Coliseum are bustling about the big eight man tag match featuring the Ravagers tonight. Some question if Nemean will be part of the team or if The Others will be able to get along and form a cohesive unit. All week the New School have been taunting the Ravagers in interviews and media.

Nes Kincade - Basically we're gonna walk into your house, go in your fridge, help ourselves to whatever we want, then make out with your woman right in front of ya, and you can't do jack about it!

Ravager fans are hoping beyond hope that the four Ravager aCe representatives don't let them down but secretly aren't sure what's broken between these four men can be repaired.

Flatliner vs. Scud

Flatliner defeated Scud with SHOCK AND AWE at 3:01

Match Rating: 1.75

Scud survives two SHOCK AND AWE'S before falling to the third consecutive one.

- A Meeting -

Ventross tries to get together his team for a brief meeting. Omni and Odyssey show up but Nemean is nowhere to be found.

"Well I thank you gentlemen for coming." he said a little disappointed. "I understand the four of us have very different views on...well basically everything lately. At the end of it however, we are Ravagers. I hope we can put our differences aside, come together and defeat The New School. What do you say?"
Omni and Odyssey looked at each other than to Ventross.

"Tonight, you get the The Others. At RAvenger we battle." They say trading off words.

"Did you pick a match?" Omni asked.

"Nightmare Matrix." Odyssey said coldly.

Ventross nodded trying to appear confident.

"Ok then..."

- Previously on Showtime! -

"What the hell was that?" Scorch asked Esperanto half amused half concerned.

"That my friend was what it's like to get hit by a mac truck." Esperanto said clutching his ribs. His speech was a little slurred, mouth bloody.

"You didn't have some 'pre-match courage' did you?" asked Scorch making a drinking motion.

"No I told you, I've been good. He just caught me off guard." Esperanto said gruffly.

"You think you'd fair better, by all means challenge Hybrid next week."

Hybrid vs. Scorch

Scorch defeated Hybrid via Disqualification at 5:07

Match Rating: 2.25

Scorch fairs better than Esperanto but not much. He gets off to a strong start getting off a quick shot followed by Flailing Flood. Hybrid is reeling after a pumphandle plex and a Centra Spinebuster. Hybrid rolls out of the ring taking over and inflicting maximum punishment. Scorch doesn't back down, making a comeback going toe to toe with the monster. A sloppy running tackle takes them both to the outside where Hybrid draws the disqualification for beating Scorch repeatedly with his hard hat.

Peacemaker vs. Holocaust

Peacemaker defeated Holocaust with PEACEMAKER'S OATH at 8:22

Match Rating: 3.00

Peacemaker again tries going for the early kill, dazzling Ravager fans with a dropkick and a delayed vertical suplex that the Ravager fans actually counted along with. PEACEMAKER'S OATH almost gets a three. Action stops for a second when Totalis' music hits and the holovision champ makes his way out to the commentary table.

The distraction gave Holocaust the opportunity to hit some powerful moves but nothing enough to attempt a pin. Peacemaker was the first to capitalize off of double clotheslines, hitting his PEACEMAKER'S OATH but again Holocaust kicks out. Peacemaker tries his finish a third time, this time sans OATH, and gets the win.

AFTERMATH

Peacemaker holds open the ropes and invites Totalis in but the Holovision champion again says no and starts heading to the back.

"That's fine Totalis, we can wait until RAvenger." Peacemaker says as The Tournament Master stops dead.
"I requested a shot at the Holovision title and The Board agreed."

Totalis comes back and jumps up on the ring apron.

"What for? You were embarrassed at Battle of Centra in front of everyone in this dimension! You don't deserve a shot!"

"Maybe it's because I have the best record in aCe. Maybe it's because I hold a victory over you. Maybe they just don't want to see you as champion anymore."
Peacemaker knew this would get under the champs skin.

Totalis mutters some treats under his breath at Peacemaker then storms to the back.

- Three's a Crowd -

A video message first posted on Sphere is played on the Holo-Tron in the Four Corners Coliseum. It's from a spacecraft headed towards the Mothership containing fans that purchased tickets to RAvenger and one wrestler looking for action.
Hustler sits at a VIP table with the same crew he's been with for weeks. A party seems to be going on all around them.

Hustler - Your boy has been cleared so watch out! I'm on my way to the Mothership and I'm itching for a fight! Not to step on your toes Amazing Mann but I got myself inserted into your match! Don't matter if it's Pendragon or Shepard, at the end it's going to be Hustler standing tall!"

Godsend vs. Witchdoctor

Godsend defeated Witchdoctor with a HELL'S THRESHOLD at 3:34

 It took Godsend only five moves to defeat Witchdoctor but that was not his goal.

(FT11) As the ref count to three and the bell rang Nightmare made his move, hitting Darkseed from behind and handcufffing him around the ring post.
From there Godsend and Nightmare went to work. Nightmare pulled up the floor mats allowing Godsend to hit a Super Backdrop from the apron to the hard floor. Nightmare dragged a limp Witchdoctor up and dropped him with two MINDBENDERS in the same spot. Godsend then pulled a unconscious Witchdoctor in front of Darkseed and again clamps on HELL'S THRESHOLD.

Darkseed finally broke the cuffs and went after his former partners, never checking on

Witchdoctor who had to be stretchered out.

Witchdoctor injured 4 cards. Godsend and Nightmare suspended 4 cards.

Shepard vs. Pendragon

Shepard defeated Pendragon with EXORCISM at 9:06

Match Rating: 4.00

 The beginning of this match was all Shepard. Wearing Pendragon down with a chicken wing he quickly follows up with a Silver Bullet to the back. Pendragon slides to the outside but Shepard is hot on his trail not allowing him to catch a breather. Shepard continues to dominate until he misses EXORCISM, Pendragon taking over with a pair of hard lariats. He continues to roll with two springboard forearms and follows up with another hard lariat. Shepard somehow kicks out of OVERTHROW and Pendragon is beside himself. He foolishly takes the match outside the ring where Shepard takes over by posting Pendragon. Shepard goes for broke climbing the turnbuckle and jumping off with a double foot stomp to Pendragon on the floor. Quickly Shepard rolls Pendragon back in and hits EXORCISM (5) for the win.

AFTERMATH

The lights go red and out comes aCe champion Paganax to the loudest boos on the Mothership yet! He takes his time, soaking it all up before getting face to face with Shepard. Shepard points to the title then points to himself but Paganax just laughs him off.

Ventross, Nemean, Odyssey, and Omni vs. Avarice, Nes Kincade, Donk Oaken, and Rorus Oaken

Nes Kincade defeated Nemean with a NEW SCHOOLBOY at 15:51

Match Rating: 3.75

 The New School come to the ring first, together, as a unit. They do their usual team schtick then wait for their opponents.
Ventross comes out first for the Ravegers to overall cheers but not 100%.
Omni and Odyssey are out next to varying degrees of cheers.
Everyone waits for Nemean but nothing happens. Ventross and Donk get ready for the bell when the Blonde Ravager's music hits.
The fans get on their feet as Nemean joins his Ravager brothers.
Ventross claps from inside the ring but Nemean never looks at him.

BELL TIME

Ventross kicks it off with a big boot to Donk who shakes it off and comes back with a left hook. He smacks Ventross with a running elbow smash that makes the Ravager nod in appreciation before going off with a Vicious Onslaught.

Ventross lays in knees to Donk's ribs before hitting a flying shoulder spear. On the mat Ventross again attacks with knees to the ribs before picking Donk up and dropping him with Severed Ties. Nemean winces in the corner as Ventross soaks up the applause from the hometown crowd.

A pin gets a two before action heads to the floor. Ventross 'Gorilla Presses' Donk over his head and drops him on the guardrail risking suspension. MERCY KILLING brings in Rorus but Omni stops him in his tracks. Avarice tries his luck next and catches a Noggin Knocker with his partner! Donk manages to kick out but takes a Ventross Vivisection before Ventross tags in Omni.

Omni hits a move or two before Rorus tags in and changes the tide with literal Sand in the Eye and then follows up with a running bulldog.

Avarice tags in and does his thing, working body parts and hitting big moves like the Tiger Driver. He works a Blackheart Lock until Omni forces a rope break and executes a shiranui. He tags Odyssey and the two try to get that magic together throwing Avarice into the ropes for a double team move but he has them beat with a double flying shoulder tackle.

Blackheart tags in Nes who immediately goes for a NEW SCHOOLBOY but Odyssey kicks out.
Nes climbs the turnbuckle and jumps with a beautiful moonsault that catches Odyssey. Unfortunately for Kincade this was the one moment of team work for The Others - Omni, still in the ring, bridged behind Odyssey allowing him to stand back up holding Nes and drop him with a piledriver for a two count.

Odyssey tags in Nemean who climbs to the top and hits Kincade with a Showbiz Super Twister Press. Kincade rolls to the outside and takes a flying Nemean for his trouble. Everything falls apart, as things usually do in these matches.
Fights are happening everywhere with Nemean and Nes Kincade finally back in the ring.
Out of habit Ventross rolls back into the ring following his melley with Avarice on the outside. Nes begs off Nemean but the blonde Ravage turns to hit his partner with Hunger Strike! The fans don't have time to react as Nemean picks up Ventross and drops him with SEASON FINALE (package piledriver). Nemean stands, looks at Kincade and turns his back, spreading his arms out wide looking emotionless at his partner on the ground. Kincade rushes over rolling him up with NEW SCHOOLBOY for the win.

[Justin Case]

Action packed card! Loved that main event!
Now I need to get my card rolled out! 🤣👍

[Vanimal]

- AFTER-SHOW -

Several questions needed to be answered at the end of last show. Reporters were quick to get to work.

The Amazing Mann - Before reporters ask, yes I accept Hustler in this match. When I beat them both, it just looks more...AMAZING

Media - Will you be putting the Battlefield title on the line at RAvenger against the New School?

Lance At-Las - Yes we will. They didn't "qualify" for a title match until their win in the four man tag. Coming off losses at BOC meant they had to win a certain amount...it's not all just random you know? I won't go into details but their 4 man win made them legit so we'll face them in the match they wanted - a Survivor Series elimination match. The Six will prevail.

Media (chasing after Darkseed) - How do you feel about your match being canceled?

Darkseed (in pursuit of The Dominion) - It ain't canceled! I'll fight them both alone!

Media (Syndicate Rep) - A million questions to ask right now but we're being paid to ask one - will you accept the challenge of Syndicate Industries star, The Amazing Mann?

Media member not paid off - Hustler is in the match as well!

Pendragon - Yeah I'll be apart of their stupid match, and they'll wish I never was.

Media - It's been quite a year for you Shepard. A slow start, a detour, and now here. Your redemption arc is completed, how do you feel about the match ahead?

Shepard - Redemption? I never sought redemption. I seek reimbursement. Paganax and I have never been friends, never wanted to be, never needed to be. We've had a mutual respect for each other since the beginning. Seems the "Lava God" may have forgotten that lately. I've come to collect.

Paganax - He's mad? Good! He's better mad!

Nemean busts through the curtain after the Eight Man Tag. He immediately addresses all the media awaiting his arrival.

Nemean - No one interviews Ventross about what happened or I'll cut you off! You hear me? NO ONE! I and I ALONE will interview Ventross, and then fight him in the very first NEMEAN SHOW MATCH! Strap on your skates, Ventross, we're going in!

[Vanimal]

08.31.2123 from Four Corners Coliseum,Ravager Mothership 66,480

- What We See -

Where the previous shows hosted a Ravager only crowd, The Ancients allowed a percentage of tickets to be opened up to fans from Prime. Dedicated Centra Prime fans give a different feel to the atmosphere on The Mothership. Not every Ravager in attendance is happy about the rowdiness that may occur but it's another level of the healing process. Regardless, everyone is buzzing about the announcement from Aegis tonight and he doesn't make fans wait.

- Aegis Announcement -

Aegis is on The Mothership and he gets a rousing ovation. He takes it all in, remembers the battles he fought here, then grabs a mic and settles the crowd.

Aegis - I'm not gonna lie, it feels weird getting a reaction like that here, but I thank you. I am here to announce the Four Corners Tournament that will kick off at the Coliseum, on the Mothership, next show. A Dimension wide tournament will take place with the winner getting a shot at the essence at Roll The Dice. I will have more info on details and participants after the show! For now...let's go to the matches!

- STEAL THE SHOW! -

The Amazing Mann vs. Hustler vs. Pendragon

The Amazing Mann defeated Pendragon with a Fujiwara Armbar at 19:43

Match Rating: 5.00

 Instant classic. For three men that got thrown together by circumstance they fought one hell of a battle. The beginning started out all Pendragon, expecting to steamroll the competition and get himself back into contention. He didn't count on the "never say die" mentality that Hustler has or the "there's always an escape" mentality of The Amazing Mann. Hustler was especially vicious drawing first blood from Amazing Mann with forearm grinders. Hustler had the crowd feeling sick hitting three Curb Jaws on The Amazing Mann as well. Somehow he manages to kick out of the pin after. Amazing!

Hustler's violent offense continues, drawling blood from Pendragon with pistol whips. This would be Hustler's undoing. The Amazing Mann would put him in the Fujiwara armbar taking him out of the match. A bloody Pendragon tries for a overhead belly-to-belly but The Amazing Mann flips and lands on his feet. He stands with his back to Pendragon waiting. Pendragon takes the bait and charges ending up on the receiving end of a flying cross armbar. He transitions to the Fujiwara armbar and Pendragon is forced to tap.

aCe Holovision Title

Totalis vs. Peacemaker

Totalis defeated Peacemaker with a Leo Burke finish at 9:10

Match Rating: 3.25

Peacemaker worked over Totalis for the majority of the match to the crowds delight. Turnbuckle rams led into delayed vertical suplexes into Tree of Woes. Peacemaker goes to whip Totalis into the ropes but Tournament Master reverses it dropping his head for a back body drop. Peacemaker dove over him for a sunset flip but instead of falling backward, Totalis falls forward, hooking Peacemaker's legs with his arms, and gets the win!

- Darkseed -

Darkseed is backstage being interviewed by a brave soul.

Interviewer - You managed to convince the aCe Board to not suspend Godsend and Nightmare. Also, you've asked for the match that was booked.
They agreed...only if you found a partner...did you find a partner?

Darkseed - I didn't look. I'll do this on my own.

Interviewer (tentatively) - Sir they are requiring you to have a partner.
Darkseed turns to the Interviewer ready to put him through a wall when Scud sidles.

Interviewer (quickly) - Look it's Scud!

Darkseed looks Scud up and down says "you'll do" before heading to the ring. Scud gives a thumbs up and follows his partner.

Godsend and Nightmare vs. Darkseed and Scud

Scud defeated Nightmare with a Rolling Plancha at 10:10

Match Rating: 2.75

Nightmare gets the jump on Darkseed immediately working over his leg. He and Godsend make quick tags and this one looks like it will be quick. Darkseed briefly makes some noise on offense with an Apron Bomb that almost gets him a count out victory. Nightmare manages to gain back control until trying to scoop slam the big man. Against every bone in his body Darkseed tags in Scud who goes off! He hits several rolling planchas before crashing into Nightmare with a Kamikaze Dive. Scud Missile comes next followed by a rolling plancha and a pin. Darkseed notices Godsend going to make the save and stops him with a spear! It's over! The make-shift team of Scud and Darkseed win, no one more surprised than the victors themselves!

- Survivor -

aCe Battlefield Title

Lance At-Las, Aspin Northstar, Exodus, and Gabriel vs. Avarice, Nes Kincade, Donk Oaken, and Rorus Oaken

Nes Kincade defeated Lance At-Las with a NEW SCHOOLBOY at 31:05

Match Rating: 3.75

 The New School came in with a game plan and stuck to it. The Brothers Oaken start things and they cut Gabriel off from his teammates in The Six. They scramble his brains with a Knucklehead Knock before Rorus hits BLACK AND BLUE for the first pin.

GABRIEL IS ELIMINATED

At-Las comes in and gets a few shots on Rorus before Donk regains control. Nes Kincade tags in and spits in Lance's face! The disrespect draws major heat from the Ravager fans in the FCC. This lights a fire under At-Las who beats Kincade inside and out of the ring.

Aspin Northstar tags in and gets in some licks before getting caught in a piledriver. Hit and Run gets a two count before Donk tags in for COUPE DE GRACE. Exodus and At-Las are kept at bay as Aspin stares at the lights.

ASPIN NORTHSTAR IS ELIMINATED

Exodus comes in and wastes no time hitting big moves like Kingdom Come and a Flight Kick. Donk manages to tag out and the action continues (mostly The Oakens against the final two) until Avarice finally tags in. He throws At-Las into the turnbuckle but he bounces forward and catches Avarice with a skull-splitting running lariat! Lance executes a MARS MANHANDLER but the Blackheart kicks out. Back and forth action between everyone until At-Las locks Donk in the WANDERER'S CLUTCH facing his teammates so they can't save him. Donk fades and is gone!

DONK OAKEN IS ELIMINATED

An angry Rorus runs at At-Las who quickly stops him with a chicken wing takedown. Exodus tags in and works the arm until Rorus manages to hit HARD AS OAK. Kincade tags in and quickly tries for NEW SCHOOLBOY but Exodus kicks out. Nes hits a beautiful MTFO! (5) and Exodus is finished.

EXODUS IS ELIMINATED

Lance At-Las tries his best but the numbers game isn't in his favor. To add insult to injury Avarice opens him up with Crown of Thorns. Out of spite, At-Las kicks out of 7th SIN but is worse for ware. Avarice tags in Kincade who lazily applies NEW SCHOOLBOY and this one is over.

NIGHTMARE MATRIX

Odyssey vs. Omni

Odyssey defeated Omni with CHRONOCHASM at 18:26

Match Rating: 3.75

 A slower start than most matches between The Others. Face chops and palm chops are exchanged when Omni takes over with a flying forearm. He sets up Odyssey for an electric chair bomb when the first hallucination goes off.
Omni sees hundreds of Odyssey's storm the ring and attack. Odyssey, dazed and still on Omni's shoulders, can't tell if it's him or Omni so he starts fending off the attack from above! Both men work together to fight off themselves!
When the hallucination stops Odyssey hits a poison-rana and takes over. He clocks Omni with a back brain kick when the next hallucination goes off.

Odyssey finds himself in Omni's future utopia - Flying vehicles wiz by as Ravagers walk the streets with Centrans. He's distracted enough that Omni gets the drop on him with a springboard somersault leg drop.
He hits another then goes for a superkick when Omni gets a glimpse of the alternate timeline. Scenes of war are everywhere as Omni tries to duck and cover. Odyssey takes full advantage hitting CHRONOCHASM twice but Omni kicks out. We go a while with no hallucinations just back and forth action. One of the final hallucination's was one of the most powerful -
after the ring was plunged into total darkness the lights come on to a dead Mothership. Ravager skeletons litter the decrepit Four Corners Coliseum, a wall collapsed to show the death and destruction continues out into other areas of the Mothership.
Odyssey recovers first, hits CHRONOCHASM and gets the win.

He doesn't celebrate the win, just sits next to Omni thinking of what he just saw.

aCe Tag Team Championship

Primeval Destruction vs. Scorch and Esperanto

Scorch defeated Hybrid via Disqualification at 12:51

Match Rating: 3.25

 With the power of the essence, Primeval Destruction are in control the majority of the match. Hybrid gets frustrated at his inability to put Scorch away again and gets disqualified for using a Warhammer outside the ring.

- The Nemean Show! -

Ringside crew set up The Nemean Show sign in the ring as well as a table and two steel folding chairs. An announcement is made that The Nemean Show will take place from a studio adjacent to Four Corners tonight. The set resembles a late 90's talk show (Springer) with two chairs set up on the stage. Paid fans from Centra Prime and carboard cut outs make up the audience. An announcer introduces the host and the applause sign goes off.

"WELCOME EVERYONE TO THE NEMEAN SHOW WITH YOUR HOST... NEMEAN!"

Nemean is playing the part well, running out on stage in a three piece suit soaking up the fake claps and gets right to business.

Nemean - Our guest tonight is someone I once considered a friend, perhaps a best friend. Someone I looked up to for years and wanted to be like. Then his true nature was shown. A man who doesn't know the difference between friendly competition and a blood feud - Ventross!

The BOO! Sign lights up as Ventross walks onto the set and sits down. He plays along, hoping to talk to Nemean and work through their issues like adults. Nemean starts his questions.

Nemean - Now is it true you are jealous of Nemean and that's why you tried to take him out?

Ventross - This is a bit much, isn't it? Can't we just talk?

Nemean - You saw Nemean's star on the rise and couldn't handle that he was surpassing you, could you?

Ventross - Not at all! It was in the heat of competition, I'm sor -

Nemean - It would kill you to see Nemean capture the aCe title wouldn't it? To be greater than you ever were!

Ventross - I wouldn't mind one bit! I'd...why are you referring to yourself in third person?

Ventross stands up and security jump on the stage in true trash talk show fashion. He puts his hands up to say he's not going to do anything and they stay a few feet away.

Ventross - I'm here with a piece offering, I'm gonna grab it slowly.

He grabs his Ravager shield and tosses it to Nemean and it goes right through him.

Host Nemean - Jig is up I guess.

Ventross couldn't prepare himself as a chair from the set flies at his head knocking him to the ground. Nemean walks out dressed as a stage hand wearing a motion capture mask.
"Guess I'm done with this." he says pulling it off.
"Ring the bell please."

An audience member rings a bell as another jumps up wearing a referee shirt. He allows Ventross to get up and the match is on!

- The Nemean Show Match -

Nemean vs. Ventross

Nemean defeated Ventross with SEASON FINALE at 10:30

Match Rating: 3.25

Nemean and Ventross trade blows as the fans chant NEMEAN! NEMEAN!
Ventross gets the first major shot in spearing Nemean through a prop wall exposing the backstage. Nemean gets to his feet grabs a backing light and rams it into Ventross' face. They brawl back onto the set where Ventross suplexes Nemean into the audience. Ventross picks up Nemean and the fists fly again! Both men brawl out of the studio and are heading towards the Coliseum.

They brawl their way through the crowd and down to the ring where Ventross powerbombs Nemean through the Nemean Show table! Somehow Nemean kicks out! The ordeal settles into an actual match for a little bit with both men trading moves. A leaping tombstone gets Ventross a two count as Showbiz Blast does for Nemean. Nemean gets two more pin attempts with a pair of Tornado DDT's on the chairs set up in the ring. Nemean goes for the kill tipping over The NEMEAN SHOW sign onto Ventross and going for the pin. Somehow Ventross powers out! Nemean picks up Ventross and hits SEASON FINALE onto of the sign ending this bizarre affair!

aCe Championship

Paganax vs. Shepard

 Shepard defeated Paganax with EXORCISM at 8:38

Match Rating: 3.00

A dominate performance by Paganax ends with Shepard only landing two moves. Paganax is in the driver seat from the opening bell with a huge face and body rake that staggers the Vagabond Priest. That gave the champ enough room to hit his first Primal Scream and the Heathen Chief was off to the races. Paganax would throw devastating guillotine lariats then follow it up with a jab to mouth for fun. Shepard looks dead on his feet taking punishing move after punishing move.
It looks over after PAGAN VOID but Paganax goes for a lackadaisical cover and Shepard kicks out. More punishment from the holder of essence including chop blocks and head claps.
Then the mistake that changed everything.
Paganax shoots Shepard into the ropes and drops his head for a back body drop. Shepard hooks the champs arms and drops him head first with a nasty Pedigree. Shepard makes his way to the turnbuckle dragging himself to the top. He leaps off with a huge EXORCISM (5) and gets the win! The fans are shocked at this sudden turn of events as is Paganax! Shepard is given the aCe title and he heads out into the sea of fans to celebrate once again winning the essence!

[LAWraith]

Awesome show, I miss ACE. It was a fun concept that was different but similar. Really wish they would bring this back.

[Justin Case]

Hells Yeah, Shepard is back on top! I was standing right next to him when he celebrated in the crowd! I held up my sign "Shepard Has Shown Me The Way!"

Well done show! (as usual!)

[Vanimal]

May 16, 2022 18:55:27 GMT -5 Justin Case said:

Hells Yeah, Shepard is back on top! I was standing right next to him when he celebrated in the crowd! I held up my sign "Shepard Has Shown Me The Way!"

Well done show! (as usual!)

I thought I saw that sign! I was shocked actually. Not one offensive move, thought it was going to be a repeat of the last title match and then it was over. Tha's why I love this game. Thanks for checking in!