aCe: A Dimension Divided...

[Vanimal]

Showtime at Sundown!
12.02.2123 from Western Pavillion Westland Province, Centra Prime 7,787


- What We See -
The Board of Directors have not been fans of the violent outburst taking place across Centra Prime.
Quite frankly, they're scared.
All the fights, robberies, and in some cases murders, look bad on their bottom line.
They also fear that they are the cause of it all.
"Maybe this was too soon? They all just fought a war and we asked them to continue for entertainment..."
Desperate, they head to the one area of Centra Prime they know polices themselves -
The Westland.
While Centrapolis is on the brink, the BoD put on one hell of a show!
As the sun sets, we get ready for Showtime!


aCe Holovision Championship
Totalis vs. Ventross
 Ventross defeated Totalis with MERCY KILLING at 1:40
Match Rating: Squash!

 Everyone thought that Ventross was a fool for requesting this match so quickly after hell in the Torture Chamber. The Six thought he wouldn't be 100%.
They were wrong!
Totalis bounces off Ventross after a flying clothesline attempt and catches a Vicious Onslaught for his troubles. A trip into the guardrail outside the ring leads to a Severed Ties/MERCY KILLING combo that gets Ventross the win and Holovision title!

AFTERMATH
Ventross leaves as fast as he entered title gripped in his hand with the front plate displaying his feats inside the Torture Chamber.
Totalis tries to get to his feat when The Amazing Mann beams to the ring shaking his head.

"I came to Tumbleweed City with an offer. An offer that would have put us at the top of the card. Title versus Title!
Well just like everything else in your life this year, you screwed that up!"

The Amazing Mann turned away disgusted. Totalis gets to his feet and to attack, but Mann was ready. The two fight back and forth when Totalis hits FINAL ROUND. Totalis doesn't stop locking in Wall of Fame screaming "I'LL BREAK THE UNBREAKABLE! I WILL BREAK THE UNBREAKABLE!"



PainMaster vs. Exodus
Exodus defeated PainMaster with WRAITH OF GOD at 6:05
Match Rating: 3.00

Painmaster demanded this match after being disrespected before the last show.
A pretty standard match until Exodus comes off the top rope and collides with the ref. At that point a switch flipped in the Archangel.
He takes the match outside the ring and fights Painmaster all over the floor. Anytime Painmaster tried to get in the ring, Exodus would take it back to the ringside area. (Note: Ref was injured 7 moves, 5 rolls were out of the ring, 1 was WRAITH OF GOD, 1 was a deathjump...that I made to the outside of the ring.)
As the ref came back to life, Exodus calmed down his assault ending it with WOG.

AFTERMATH
Exodus grabs a mic!

"Ventross sent you to hell, Mr. Bloat. I'm going to make sure you remain there. I challenge you next show."


- Introducing!!! -
Ventross was being congratulated by several people backstage when Nes Kincade appears with a microphone.
"AAAAAANNNND HERE HE IS!!! New Holovision champion Ventross!"
Ventross immediately tenses up but Nes calms him.
"Don't worry, you're safe! I haven't been cleared to compete yet, all thanks to that jock ass, Pendragon!"
Kincade continued as several vid monitors floated up.
"Now to the questions, I think that's how these segments work!"
"Segments?"
Ventross was still confused.
"Yeah, like your former protege's stupid show? He's dead or whatever and I'm a ratings draw; so since I can't kick butts at the moment, I put the fat ones in front of their seats! Now! Let me get my nerd voice going...
'You are on a roll taking apart Bloat and then winning the Holovision title, what could be next??'"
Not sure if the question was genuine or not, Ventross took his time. When he decided to answer a slow clap began to build until the Shock Syndicate's newest cohort was face to face with the new champion. He stopped and starred before backing away slowly clapping again.


Darkseed vs. Scud
Darkseed defeated Scud with an Infernal Force at 6:36
Match Rating: 3.25

 Darkseed paces back and forth like a caged animal waiting for the bell to ring. Scud stands still across the ring, almost as if he's ready to accept his fate. The bell rings and Darkseed yells for Scud to attack. Scud doesn't move just shuts his eyes. Darkseed screams and bum rushes Scud into the corner before hoisting him up for a backbreaker rack. He quickly goes for BELLY OF THE BEAST but Scud kicks out! A sledghammer fist and again Darkseed goes for BELLY OF THE BEAST but another kick out. The punishment continues and Darkseed appears to trying to end it as fast as possible but Scud continues to get up. Things move to the outside of the ring where Scud takes massive shots with a chair. Darkseed charges at Scud again who finally makes a move dropkicking The Beast in the knee sending him headfirst into the steps. Scud leaps in the ring and hits a kamikaze dive onto an unsuspecting Nightmare on the opposite side of the ring before a CRASH AND BURN onto his former friend. Scud hits a springboard hurricanrana and attempts a flying body scissors but Darkseed is too powerful. He hits a rib crusher and a huge headbutt followed by Infernal Force for the win.

AFTERMATH
Nightmare jumps in the ring and starts attacking Scud for his little stunt during the match. Godsend walks out to the ring to enjoy the carnage but allows the Hellraisers to do the work.
The Pavillion turns red as Paganax charges to the ring!
Darkseed eats Primal Scream before a guillotine lariat takes care of Nightmare.
Godsend gets a few shots in before he's crushed with PAGAN VOID!
Paganax leaves the ring and looks back at Scud crawling.
He nods as if to say "we're even" and heads off.


- Meanwhile... -
Floating monitors rush to the back where Painmaster is resisting being put back in his transport! He manages to get loose and take down the security force assigned to getting him back to Centrapolis Prision.

"I said they would pay and I plan on making them!"


Aspin Northstar and Lance At-Las vs. Hustler and Mack Calibur
Aspin Northstar defeated Hustler via Count Out at 4:01
Match Rating: 1.00

Almost immediately the match ends up outside the ring with all four men brawling on the floor. To a lot of surprised fans, The Brigade ends up winning the fight! Aspin put the cherry on top, setting up a table and throwing Hustler on it. He climbs to the top turnbuckle and hits a senton through the table! He crawls back in the ring before the 20 count getting the victory.



- Another New Schoolyard! -
Security continue to search every nook and cranny for Painmaster when we see The Dominion walking backstage holding various body parts hurt courtesy of Paganax. Nes Kincade, now wearing a necktie over his MTFO! shirt, runs up to them with his microphone ready.

Kincade (In faux reporter voice) - Gentlemen, it seems that Paganax has given you a receipt for attacking him last show, how do you plan to respond and slash or retaliate?

The three men stop and look more than annoyed.

Godsend - Would you like to find out first hand what we plan to do?!

Kincade backs away as Darkseed puts his fist through a nearby wall.


- No. 1 Contender -
Avarice vs. Peacemaker vs. Paganax
Peacemaker defeated Avarice with PEACEMAKER'S OATH at 14:43
Match Rating: 4.00

A cluster-bomb if there ever was one, this match was bedlam from bell to bell. Paganax was well in control early on nearly getting a pin on Avarice early with PAGAN VOID. Avarice managed to survive Face Smothering well before taking another PAGAN VOID. This time, The Dominion helped him escape his fate.
Darkseed, Nightmare and Godsend attack Paganax again breaking the count and sending the match into disarray. Scud enters the fray with a chair attacking all three men before dropping it in the ring and hitting a Kamikaze Dive onto the Dominion. Paganax follows up with a suicide dive over the top rope and to the floor onto all four men! The ref stays distracted by the outside fight when Avarice hits 7th SIN on the chair to Peacemaker but no ref! Avarice counts to three himself before grabbing the ref and making him count. Peacemaker kicks out and the match becomes a one on one as The Dominion, Paganax and Scud continue to fight in the aisle to the back.
Avarice and Peacemaker go at it for the first time this year in a terrific back and forth battle that sees Peacemaker come out on top after PEACEMAKER'S OATH.

AFTERMATH
Peacemaker celebrates his win in the middle of the ring.
As fans cheer looking forward to the Pendragon/Peacemaker rematch, Tiber grabs his neck and winces in pain.
He stumbles for a second before hitting the mat hard.
Fans are stunned as medics rush to the ring to attend to a motionless Peacemaker.

[Vanimal]

Showtime.

12.10.2123 from the R.O.C Barracks

- Night of Rage -

The Four Corners of Dimension Y watched as Peacemaker hit the mat.
Ravagers on The Mothership gasped in horror, denizens of Primus Paradise threw rocks and other objects at their holovisions, but Centrapolis hit their tipping point.

They emptied their homes, clubs and bars to take to the streets to voice their anger and confusion.
They yelled louder and louder waiting for anyone to answer. When no one did, they turned to violence.

Unconfirmed rumors spread quickly from the Westland Province that Peacemaker was assassinated.
Killed in the ring by a secret cabal that wanted control.

Revenge by the House of Pain.

Another cog in Godsend's plan to regain his powers.

It became too much.

A bottle thrown here... A rock through a window...

Then it was full blown chaos.

The riot was on. Held back for months by a wish and a prayer, the citizens of Centrapolis let their anger flow.
They looted and burned in the worse cases, killed.

They thought no one was listening.
But they were wrong.

The Vagabond Priest had been among them from the start. Seeing the writing on the wall, he took to the streets the minute Showtime's feed was cut.

Shepard battled and fought back, taking on the very souls he vowed to save. The former aCe champion held his own until back-up in the form of ROC and Regulators showed up.

Shepard said nothing as he watched everyday people taken into custody, angrier and more violent than he's ever seen.

- What We See -

Originally not scheduled, this show was added as a "thank you" to the ROC members that got everything under control during the Night of Rage - a Tribute to the Troops so to speak. Some matches meant for Final Destination were syphoned off for this event, along with a never before seen tag main event. The aCe Board also needed to address the elephant in the room...their main event for the aCe Heavyweight title at Final Destination.

- The Decision -

Aegis comes to the ring to a standing ovation from all the ROC in attendance. He thanks them all for everything they've done for Centra - from the Holy War to the Night of Rage and everything in-between. He lays out the condition of Peacemaker (coma) and the fact they have a suspect in custody (Painmaster). There is genuine shock on the faces in the crowd but Aegis says this is all he can say at this time. He turns to the main event at Final Destination when Avarice interrupts.

Avarice - You really love hearing yourself talk. There's no other explanation, all you had to do was come out here and say the Blackheart is in the main event! I had Peacemaker pinned, not my fault the ref was out of place!

At this prompting, Paganax appears!

Paganax - I was not pinned! You were! It should be me!

Avarice - You already have a match signed, you idiot! You and Scud vs. The Dominion! What are you gonna do wrestle twice?

Paganax - Exactly!

Aegis - You will too, that is if you can beat Pendragon! You and Pendragon will start the show for the aCe title, winner goes on to face Paganax. To make it fair, the 3 on 2 match will be No Holds Barred. This is what The Board has decided, Pendragon has already agreed to it.

Paganax grins, nods, and walks away. Avarice begrudgingly accepts, peeved that his path back to the aCe title isn't a little more smooth.

Esperanto vs. Flatliner

Flatliner defeated Esperanto with SHOCK AND AWE at 4:31

Match Rating: 2.75

These two go after each other like it was 2121 all over again. The match may have been short on time but that's because the shots were so hard. Unfortunately for Esperanto, Flatliner's guns were bigger this night.

The Brothers Oaken vs. The Others

Odyssey defeated Donk Oaken with CHRONOCHASM at 7:12

Match Rating: 2.25

 The Others requested this match after the way their last encounter ended.

The match started off great for The Others who finally showed some tag-team cohesion. Donk put an end to that taking over on Odyssey bringing the pain. He attempts to go for the infamous Doomsday Device on the floor but Odyssey hits a Poisonrana as Rorus leaps off the top!

He throws Donk in, hits CHRONOCHASM, and gets the duke.

AFTERMATH

The Others get no time to celebrate as the former tag champs rush in and lay waste to everyone. Warfare and Hybrid make a statement beating down both The Others and Oakens.

- Blue Steel promo -

Hustler and Mack are in an abandoned warehouse in Centrapolis. Mack uses a wooden table propped up against the wall as a punching bag. Hustler sits on a steel chair talking to the Holo-Vid, ready to address The Brigade.

Hustler - Woooooooooo hoooooo now you gettin serious! It's about damn time boys! I knew you could do it! I knew eventually, you would realize we still at war, this ain't just entertainment! Bout time you found your balls, young buck. I know it took big ones too puttin me through a table knowing there would be consequences for it!

Calibur breaks the table he's been working over, then moves on to the table propped next to it. The Holo-Vid shows a line of around 20 broken tables.

Hustler - You see what we're gettin at, I don't think I have to spell it out for you!

Zeta Grey vs. Witchdoctor

Zeta Grey defeated Witchdoctor with SHADES OF GREY at 5:03

Match Rating: 2.00

One of the matches scheduled for Final Destination that was moved to tonight's show. Zeta looks good in his debut with a solid win over Witchdoctor.

- The New Schoolyard -

Back in the Barracks cameras again catch up with brand new aCe Holovision champion Ventross. Kincade runs up wearing a bad anchorman blazer. Still doing his faux reporter voice, Nes goes in...

Kincade - It has just been confirmed by the Bored Dicks...I'm sorry Directors, that The Semi-Amazing Mann will take on Totalis for the Battlefield title at Final Destination.

Now, Ventross, the Four Corners wait with bated breath to see if you'll put up your title or will you be too chicken shit to fight...reminder, I am still not cleared for competition so you cannot lay your hands on me!

Ventross goes to speak when Necromancer interrupts.

Necromancer - No need to announce anything for I am here to accept your challenge!

Ventross says nothing at first, just eyes the newcomer. Finally, he addresses the newest member of the Syndicate.

Ventross - You haven't proven anything yet. You haven't had a match yet. Why would I give you the title shot?

Necromancer gets closer to Ventross and whispers something in his ear. The Ravager's eyes go wide. He says one last thing before turning and walking away with a purpose.

Ventross - I'll see you at Final Destination!

Exodus vs. Mr. Bloat

Mr. Bloat defeated Exodus with CRUEL AND UNUSUAL at 10:23

Match Rating: 3.25

 As this match progressed so did the aggressiveness of Exodus. Mr. Bloat was vicious, but the former Atman gave as good as he got. Exodus looked close to victory with Bloat nearly tapping to a scorpion death lock when Sycophant appeared and pepper sprays the Archangel! Exodus screams in pain and grabs his face allowing Mr. Bloat time to recover and get the win with CRUEL AND UNUSUAL.

AFTERMATH

Gabriel rushes to the ring to check on his partner. Centrapolis Security Force come down to escort Mr. Bloat back to his confines but not The Deviant! Sycophant watches his partner get taken away than charges at Gabriel whipping him with his straps again! Gabriel fights back but ends up in THE TOURNIQUET getting choked out.

Pendragon and Lance At-Las vs. Hellraisers

Darkseed defeated Lance At-Las with BELLY OF THE BEAST at 9:06

Match Rating: 3.25

 Another chaotic match with multiple interferences. The Hellraisers look fantastic in their return to teaming while Lance and Pendragon make a formidable duo.

The match goes back and forth without incident until Lance hits MARS MANHANDLER on Nightmare. He gets a two when Godsend appears and pulls the ref outside of the ring. While Nightmare takes over in the ring Paganax rushes to ringside to attack Godsend fighting all around the ring! Darkseed tags in, bum rushes Pendragon off the apron and turns his attention to At-Las. Pendragon gets to his feet but eats a Shining Wizard from Avarice before a 7th SIN on the floor! Meanwhile in the ring, the Hellraisers take apart At-Las, Darkseed ending it with BELLY OF THE BEAST.

Avarice drops a black rose on the champion before walking off.

[Vanimal]

12.17.2123 from Centra Palladium Centrapolis, Centra Prime 45,640

- The Ship at the Edge of the Galaxy -

"Regulators battle it out with rioters and looters in the Northside of Centrapolis, Blue Steel Members get involved..."

"...Peacemaker remains in stasis after being poisoned during a bout at..."

"...Primus natives once again flee the Red Planet as Syndicate's Army secure..."

Holovision after holovision after holovision play different news stories on the chaos and unrest in Dimension Y.

A chair swivels around the room taking the anarchy in.

"It's almost time."

Satisfied with the events unfolding, The Ancient leans back in his chair as fog fills his helmet.

- What We See -

A ROC presence unseen since the start of the Holy War. Fans are hot but stay vigilant and aware of any ticket holder getting out of control and close to "rage".

aCe Championship

Pendragon vs. Avarice

Avarice defeated Pendragon with Crown of Thornes at 12:55

Match Rating: 4.50

Avarice doesn't wait for the official announcements, starting the match with a Shining Wizard. He flings Pendragon into the ropes, but the champ comes off with a powerful flying shoulder tackle that leads to an incredible springboard forearm.

The match continues in incredible fashion with Avarice kicking out of several pin attempts by the champion while Pendragon kicks out of 7th Sin at 1! The turning point comes outside the ring when a desperate Blackheart uses the ringside steps bashing Pendragon in the head busting him open. The match continues with the challenger smelling blood in the water. He locks in Crown of Thorns tightly as the ref asks the champion what he wants to do. Pendragon is resilient at first but fades quickly, eventually passing out.

Avarice is champion again.

- The Note -

Timeline - Immediately following Showtime from the R.O.C Barracks.

At-Las walks back to his office/locker room, ice pack held to his neck. Annoyed at the loss, he tosses the pack against the wall sending its contents everywhere. He sits at his desk, puts his hands on his forehead and elbows on the steel when he notices the paper.

"All the nightmares came today

And it looks as though they're here to stay"

- Shepard

- Tirion Triple Threat -

Primeval Destruction vs. The Others vs. The Brothers Oaken

Odyssey defeated Donk Oaken with CHRONOCHASM at 14:02

Match Rating: 2.50

 The Others look crisper and more together than they have since 2121. Omni and Odyssey combine several times on their classic tag offense coming out with a huge win over two of the top teams in the aCe.

- Heroes ReUnited -

Timeline -Six Days Ago

Trisis opens the door of her home to see the familiar face of Lance At-Las. By his stern look, however, she knows this is a business visit.

"Uh-oh." she starts, "Does he know you're coming?"

"Hey, Tris. I let him know I was on my way. Sorry to barge in, but this couldn't wait."

At-Las wait for Aegis in the living room. When the former tag partners see each other, they hug and exchange pleasantries before At-Las hands Aegis the note he found from Shepard.

"This couldn't come at a worse time, Lance. The people are scared. We're already down Peacemaker and now Shepard? Do you have a plan?"

"It's a longshot but I plan on asking Pendragon to join The Six again. Hopefully a year into this thing he's ready to take that step...it doesn't hurt it's Shepard's spot he'll take."

"Sounds good. I'm going to call a meeting in the next couple of days to discuss a few things, especially our new "Board Dynamic"...Well you made the trip here, I have to assume you're going to stay for dinner."

At-Las nods as Aegis grabs them drinks as the two men head outback of Casa de Aegis.

"So, this match with Hustler..."

- Tables -

Aspin Northstar and Lance At-Las vs. Hustler and Mack Calibur

Lance At-Las defeated Mack Calibur - Tables go boom at 2:01

 The match starts with all four men trash talking in the middle of the ring. As the bell rings Aspin strikes with a Crescent Kick to Hustler that instantly folds him. Being the veteran he is, Lance grabs a wrist lock on Mack and follows it up with a snapmare while yelling to Northstar "Do it!"
Aspin drags a limp Hustler on top of two tables set up outside the ring, climbs the turnbuckle and hits FLASH OF BRILLIANCE through Hustler and both tables! The fans go crazy! At-Las takes advantage of Calibur's shock and inexperience and launches the street fighter headfirst through a table propped up in the corner for a shockingly fast win!

- A Ravager Reunion -

Timeline - 5 Days Ago

Omni and Odyssey stand at a high-top table in the Thirsty Neighbor. They make small talk yet remain a little awkward after a year of fighting, teaming, and scheming with each other. Fortunately, Ventross doesn't keep them waiting.

Ventross - Brothers, I thank you for meeting me here. I know -

Omni - Why did you accept that man's challenge? What did he say to you?

Ventross - He calls himself Neuromancer. He is the newest "star" of The Syndicate. He was the reason for the blackouts at the last Syndicate Arena show and I believe the reason for the vision everyone saw during the Nightmare Matrix match between you two. Why did I accept his challenge? Because he needs to be put down and put down quick.

Odyssey - What did he whisper to you, Ventross?

Ventross takes a second gathering his thoughts before answering - Something...only the highest level of Ravager would have the knowledge of. Trust me, he is dangerous. I'm here to ask you to put aside your differences for now, really commit to teaming again, and help me with this threat.

Omni and Odyssey stare at the table deep in thought before making eye contact with each other and agreeing. They both turn to Ventross and ask at the same time...

The Others - What about The Six?

aCe Holovision Championship

Ventross vs. Neuromancer

 Ventross defeated Neuromancer with MERCY KILLING at 8:04

Match Rating: 2.50

 The bell rings and Ventross comes at Neuromancer with kidney jabs, but Neuromancer does a good job shielding himself. He catches the Holovision champion with a finger jab in the throat and Ventross goes down! Neuromancer quickly goes for the pin but only gets a two. Neuromancer stays on the attack locking in a figure-four cradle but Ventross gets to the ropes. Neuromancer tries to throw Ventross into the turnbuckle, but it's reversed, and the rookie eats a big boot. Ventross takes no chances hitting the Gut Buster, Vivisection, and Severed Ties after a flying lariat outside the ring. Ventross ends it with MERCY KILLING but looks more worried than celebratory after the bout.

- The NeWmean SChoOwL YARD -

The Nemean Show set is built in the ring but it's Nes Kincade's music that plays in the arena. The former champion makes his way to the ring with his mic trash talking fans the whole way.

Nes Kincade - As I said before, with Nemean dead and buried or whatever, someone has to ask the tough questions around here, someone has to get to heart of the matters in the aCe, and quite frankly, someone has to piss off the talent! Who better than the Mouth of the aCe - Nes Kincade! I'll tell you what there is no need for - such a gaudy ass set!

Kincade proceeds to knock out the lights in the NEMEAN sign then kicks them over.

Nes Kincade - The Nemean Show is as dead as he is, long live The New School Yard!

Nemean's music cuts off Kincade who turns to the entrance waiting for the blonde Ravager. Nemean slips in the opposite side of the ring after coming through the crowd and waits for Kincade to realize. When Nes finally turns he's greeted with a Hunger Strike leaping spin kick then sends him tumbling over the SHOW letters he knocked over! Nemean grabs him to drop him with SEASON FINALE but Kincade worms away and runs up the ramp.

- No Holds Barred -

Godsend and Hellraisers vs. Paganax and Scud

Paganax defeated Nightmare with PAGAN VOID at 15:37

Match Rating: 4.00

The five men stand across from each other in the ring, four of them ready for war, one stands with his signature grin.
When the bell rings Godsend crouches down in the corner as The Hellraisers go in for the attack.

Nightmare squares off with Paganax while Darkseed goes for his former partner. The hesitance that Scud once had seems to have disappeared because he fires off with thigh kicks that leads to an all-out assault in the corner. Darkseed doesn't know what hit him as he takes a Scud Missile, Kamikaze Dive, and a flying leg drop before CRASH AND BURN. Godsend finally gets involved breaking up the pin and going to work on Scud. He puts down the Human Missile outside the ring with a Super Backdrop on the hard floor.

Meanwhile, Nightmare held his own against the Heathen Chief long enough to get the three on one advantage. They tear into Paganax until Godsend hits a Demon Bomb and goes for the pin. Somehow, Scud manages to make the save! The Dominion circle their prey when everything goes red in the Palladium.
Two men enter the ring ready to attack. When the lights return to normal, we see it's not men it's DARKNESS FALLS! Jakyll and Krypt go at it with Godsend and Darkseed brawling outside the ring and into the crowd. By this time Paganax recovers hitting a Primal Scream on Nightmare and ending it with PAGAN VOID.

AFTERMATH

Almost as soon as Paganax's music starts, Jakyll and Krypt end their fight and return to the ring to stand by their Heathen Chief. They look at Scud ready to attack but Paganax puts up a hand stopping them. Scud doesn't push it and slides under the ropes heading to the back.

- "The Board is No More" -

Timeline - Four Days Ago

They arrived at ROC Headquarters in different intervals -

Lance At-Las first, followed minutes later by The Archangels.

Ventross was next, followed by Aspin Northstar and The Others.

All but Lance seems to be confused.

Once they're situated, Aegis walks in and sits at the head of the table.

Aegis - Gentlemen, I thank you for being here. Majority of the people I trust in Centra are in this room - If you have to wonder if you are one of the "Majority", well I'm sorry to inform you, you are a guest of the "Majority". But that's ok. You are more than welcome here.

The table look at each other confused except Lance who gives a nod of approval to continue.

Aegis - Gentlemen, this stays in this room... I'm sorry to inform you, Board of Directors are no more!"

aCe Battlefield Title

The Amazing Mann vs. Totalis

The Amazing Mann defeated Totalis with UNBREAKABLE at 10:31

Match Rating: 3.75

An excellent back and forth battle between The Amazing Mann and Totalis. Both men traded moves in seamless fashion, almost resembling a dance. Once The Amazing Mann was in control with a guillotine choke, he transitioned to UNBREAKABLE but couldn't quite lock it in. When he does, fans root on Totalis to escape but to no avail - he taps, and The UNBREAKABLE Tour rolls on.

- The aCe is the aCe. -

Timeline - 4 Days Ago 

They sit in silence. Exodus finally asks the easy question.

Exodus - What do you mean "The Board of Directors is no more?"

Aegis - Let me rephrase that - "The Board" that you knew this last year is no more. The Board of Directors felt that the hassle of keeping the aCe open was not worth the revenue coming in. I had to beg them to let me keep it running, let me be in charge. They wanted nothing to do with it - the ones that wanted outsold to Lance and I. The Syndicate also bought in. One Board member remained from the original group, but we don't know who they are, they always would vote with a proxy and apparently will continue to do so. It has been agreed that I will remain the face of The Board. The Syndicate will not push their weight around, they just asked for a special show from Primus later this year and we agreed.

I will run things exactly like I have - You will NOT get special treatment from me, but I need you to understand this...The name may still be all-Centra entertainment but make no mistake, you are once again fighting to achieve Centra's essence...

aCe Tag Team Championship

Esperanto and Scorch vs. Shock Syndicate

Esperanto defeated Holocaust with DEAD MAN'S HAND at 15:17

Match Rating: 3.50

The Regulators use the power of the essence to their full advantage in their win over Shock Syndicate. Scorch being able to out-power Holocaust while Esperanto matched him went a long way in securing the win.

- The Shape of Things to Come -

Timeline - 4 days ago (cont.)

Voices were raised and tensions flared. They went deep into the night with questions, arguments and concerns.

Aegis - The essence is the only thing that matters, I suggest everyone put their energy towards that.

Ventross - Are you telling me to take a dive and lose my Holovision title on purpose?

Aegis - I'm telling you to do what you feel is right, Ventross. If you feel Neuromancer isn't a threat for the aCe title, no mop the floor with him, don't get distracted though - eyes on the big prize.

Aspin Northstar - This don't feel right, I mean why aren't The Regulators here? Aren't they still on our side?

Gabriel - Civil War, sunshine. Can't bring in angry lovers when they're in a quarrel, hopefully they work it out soon.

Exodus - So what about The Six? Without Shepard we are down a man.

At-Las - The six has failed. I asked Pendragon to join again and again he turned me down. We...we failed. Our job was to keep the aCe safe, a FDF for Centra if you will. But we couldn't get it together to even...

Aegis - Where The Six failed opportunity exist. The Ravagers are together again! Lance? You and The Angels look solid! Aspin, you're coming into your own, a proud member of the ROC!

I'll talk to Pendragon after the show, let him know what's at stake...hopefully he's still champion...the tide seems to be turning against us.
We need all hands-on deck.

aCe Championship

Avarice vs. Paganax

Avarice defeated Paganax with Power of Greed at 12:57

Match Rating: 4.00

If it isn't broke, don't fix it.
Avarice is juiced up from the moment the bell rings and again comes out of the gate with a Shining Wizard and this time a pin attempt. He stays on Paganax with Crown of Thorns bloodying the big man early. Paganax is able to get some offense in but can never sustain it long enough to do any real damage. Krypt and Jakyll could read the tea leaves and tried to make their way to ringside, but the ref called for security to keep them at bay. A third Crown of Thornes drew more blood further weakening the Heathen Chief leading to a Shining Wizard/Power of Greed combo that gets the win!

Avarice wins and successfully defends the aCe title in the same night! He drops a Black Rose on Paganax, climbs the turnbuckle as black confetti drops from the ceiling.

[Vanimal]

- Post Final Destination Interviews -

Aegis was first to walk into the media center and boy did he have a lot to say.

Aegis - Welcome. A couple of things to go over as we head into the new year. Final Destination was the last show of 2123 as you are aware. The first show of 2124 will be the Centra Cup and will take place on the Mothership! While it will still be a three night event, there will only be 15 participants this year with the aCe champion receiving a bye to the second round. All matches will be chosen at random. A tag tournament for the Centra Cup will start on day two with both singles and tag tourneys concluding on day three. We will be reducing the number of shows drastically, back to around the number of shows we were doing around 2119-2121. I know this seems sudden but with the number of violent outburst at the shows we felt it was best to cut back. I feel it will make for a more exciting aCe! We will have a show, then a big event, if there arises a need for extra shows we may add a date or two as we see fit. Finally, this will be the last post show scrum. Thank you.

Aegis walked out not answering any questions.
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Pendragon walks in next and sits down ready to begin. Before the first question is asked Aegis returns!

Aegis - Apologies for the interruption, I promise this will be the last time you see me tonight. Pendragon can I have a word?

Although a little confused, Pendragon nods and exits the media room not to return.
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Ventross and The Others walk into the media room together to the surprise of everyone.
Before they can get off a question Ventross speaks.

Ventross - The Ravagers are back! The Others have put aside their war and have agreed to teaming once more. They looked good tonight defeating two of the top teams in the aCe. They plan on keeping that momentum going by winning the Centra Tag cup and then the aCe tag titles!

Media - Does this mean you're leaving The Six?

Ventross - It does. I have monumental respect for my teammates in The Six but I feel I can do my best to serve the aCe with my brothers.

Media - Will Nemean be rejoining The Ravagers?

Ventross - No he will not. Nemean has his own thing going on, you can ask him about it.
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Media - Who will be replacing Ventross in The Six?

Lance At-Las - No one. The Six will always be the team that you saw last year. We will be reforming the ROC.

Media - Wow a lot of happenings going on at this presser. Who will be members of the ROC?

Aspin Northstar - We're still finalizing all that but us and the Archangels for sure. Mr. At-Las and I will be teaming less this year as well. I feel I'm ready to finally take that next step!
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Hustler ignores all the questions being hurled at him about being knocked out by Aspin. Instead, he cuts a promo about winning the Centra Tag Cup and getting a shot at the tag titles saying he always wanted to hold them.
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Media - Pretty good showing for your first match in the aCe if not the result you wanted Who do you feel it went?

Neuromancer - Miscalculations were made. I will adjust accordingly.
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Nemean comes into the media center proclaiming "The Dead has Risen!"

Media - Where have you been the last couple of weeks?

Nemean - Recovering. I don't know if you know this but Peacemaker hits hard. Very hard. I was recuperating when I saw what happened to him. I took some time to reflect on what he said to me and realized he was right. I'm an entertainer. It's not the fans job to cheer for me, it's my job to make them cheer for me. I plan on doing my job.

Media - Why not rejoin The Ravagers?

Nemean - Well for one I wasn't offered. Two, I don't think I'm ready for all that, there's still some bad blood, plus I got my own things going on.

Media - Likre what?

Nemean- Wouldn't you like to know....
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The Dominion come in together. The Hellraisers raise hell, Darkseed picks up a table and slams it into the wall, while Nightmare intimidates the media. Godsend just walks in and sits down looking shell shocked. Darkseed hurls some threats and then Nightmare speaks through him. Godsend just sits starring straight ahead slightly shaking his head. When asked if he's alright he slowly looks out over the media.

Godsend - I can't believe I was outsmarted by Primates.
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Media - It's been a wild year for you, where do you go from here?

Scud - I dunno. No one has taken me up on my offer to join them, which is kind of a bummer. I'm not a Ravager so no to that. Kinda got the feeling I'm not welcome with Paganax and them. I guess I'll just go it alone and try to improve.

A media member with a Syndicate Tech lanyard stood and asked to talk to Scud in private. Scud agreed and the two men exited the media center.
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Media - You guys look like a cohesive unit out there.

Scorch - Yeah it's pretty simple when you have a reliable partner! Esperanto and I take this seriously! I really hope we get Blue Steel in the first round of the Centra Cup!

Media - Are you guys upset about not getting a bye like Avarice is?

Esperanto - We wouldn't take it if it was offered! We're here to fight!
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After a long and profanity laden introduction by Nes Kincade, Avarice comes in with the Oakens spraying Nigrum Cor on the media members.

Avarice - The essence is back where it belongs, with The New School! You all hate it too!
Aegis couldn't even stomach to say my name when announcing the bye!

Nes Kincade - YOU DESERVE IT! YOU DESERVE IT!

Avarice - All we do is win chips and make money! Matter of fact, let me announce right now that The New School is open for business! Have a pesky person you need taken out? Call The New School! Want to swing the tide in that feud in your favor? Call The New School! Need help outsmarting low IQ beings? Call The New School!

Nes Kincade - We are your one stop shop for all your wrestling needs because we're on top...

Avarice - and we will always be!

Nes Kincade - Now, Mark… the f**k… out!




No information was made public about merchandise sales.

[Justin Case]

Top notch action as usual! 👍❤️

[Vanimal]

01.10.2124 from Four Corners Coliseum,Ravager Mothership 66,480

- What We See -

A Ravager only affair this time at Four Corners Arena. Aegis, Ventross and Ravager leaders decided together to not open up tickets to Centra Prime citizens.
"Violent outburst are not occurring among Ravagers. We feel it's best to not to do anything that could jeopardize that."

Blackouts have been a problem on the Mothership, however. Usually just a flicker of the lights -ten seconds was clocked as the longest so far - it never lasts long enough to cause a panic.

- The Simulator! -

A new feature was introduced in the Four Corners Arena - The Match Simulator! A computer within the arena looks at the match up analytically and gives the winner of the match and how the match would play out on the Holo-Tron for all to see. Although it has no bearing on the outcome of the match, the Ravager fans get a kick out of seeing what The Mothership Computer believes would be the victor.

The Amazing Mann vs. Lance At-Las

Lance At-Las defeated The Amazing Mann with WANDERER'S CLUTCH at 7:56

Match Rating: 3.00

THE SIMULATOR - The Amazing Mann has won the match with UNBREAKABLE! Match Time: 4:59

The Amazing Mann smirks and points up to the Holo-Tron but Lance is laser focused.

THE MATCH -The bell rings and At-las tries for a chicken wing takedown but Mann escapes. At-Las is sent to the turnbuckle but gets a knee up before the Nomad Knee Drop. The Amazing Mann rolls outside but Lance follows and a chop-fest ensues! Mann gets the better of the exchange and takes over. He wrestles his match and slows things down, first with a triangle then with a guillotine choke but Lance fights back with a waistlock suplex into a Atlas World Beater. Another Nomad Knee Drop leads to WANDERER'S CLUTCH. The Amazing Mann escapes but right into the MARS MANHANDLER! The Battlefield champion kicks out and rolls out but At-Las follows bashing Mann's head into the announcers table repeatedly. The Amazing Mann "escapes" back to the ring but Lance again locks in WANDERER'S CLUTCH! Mann has no where to go! He passes out! Lance At-Las defeats the Battlefield champion and moves on in the Centra Cup!

Nes Kincade vs. Aspin Northstar

Aspin Northstar defeated Nes Kincade with FLASH OF BRILLIANCE at 19:23

Match Rating: 5.00

 THE SIMULATOR - Nes Kincade has won the match with NEW SCHOOLBOY! Match Time: 9:57

Kincade points and laughs at Northstar after the graphic says he would lose. It would be the last time he didn't take things seriously in this instant classic. Both men pulled out all the stops, each failing at their respective high risk finishers. Fortune favors the brave as Aspin Northstar hits his second FOB for the win and moves on.

Scud vs. Nemean

Nemean defeated Scud with SEASON FINALE at 6:26

Match Rating: 2.75

THE SIMULATOR - Nemean has won the match with Showbiz Blast! Match Time: 18:00

Nemean pays no attention to the simulation outcome instead staying focused on Scud. Scud strikes first with a high hip toss but Nemean lands on his feet like a cat and hits back to back Showbiz Blasts. Nemean is all business hitting all his signature moves in front of the hometown crowd. Scud gets some potent offense in but the combination of a Cobra Clutch Suplex/Showbiz Bomb into SEASON FINALE was too much and sends him packing.

Godsend vs. Paganax

This match ended in a draw at 9:49

Match Rating: 3.25

 THE SIMULATOR- Paganax has been disqualified! Match Time: 3:50

At seeing the result of the simulation, Godsend yells across the ring "you see that, hothead??" to which Paganax just sneers.

THE MATCH - The result wouldn't be too far from the simulation with both men getting disqualified. Godsend came dangerously close to receiving the honor on his own after spiking Paganax on the exposed floor. Interference from The Fallen (the new name of Darkness Falls) led to the Hellraisers coming out and a huge six man brawl! The ref had no choice but to call the match.

Zeta Grey vs. Witchdoctor

Zeta Grey defeated Witchdoctor with a Soccer kick to back at 4:45

Match Rating: 0.10

THE SIMULATOR - The Simulator has Zeta Grey getting disqualified at around nineteen minutes. In the first real showing of personality, Zeta feigns shock at the outcome.

THE MATCH - The light-heartedness ends quickly as Zeta Grey starts the match with a vicious dragonscrew legwhip. He tears Witchdoctor apart with several swinging power slams, even following Witchdoctor to the floor to execute one. The power slam on the floor was enough to secure the count out but Zeta rolls Witchdoctor in the ring for a soccer kick that gets him the pin.

- Huge Announcement! -

Aegis comes out and announces a rematch tonight!

"I understand the referee's decision to disqualifiy both Paganax and Godsend, and I stand by it. But this is The Centra Cup! Both men will meet again tonight in a Cosmic Cage match with the winner moving on in the tournament!"

Pendragon vs. Neuromancer

Pendragon defeated Neuromancer with OVERTHROW at 14:07

Match Rating: 3.75

 THE SIMULATOR - Pendragon wins with a Pendragon Suplex at 21:22!

Neuromancer grimaced then flipped open a keypad on his wrist. He presses a few keys and The Simulator reads Neuromancer wins with a TECHNO SYNDROME in a squash! Neuromancer cackles as Pendragon waits for the bell.

THE MATCH - Neuromancer comes out strong almost making his revised prediction a reality hitting TECHNO SYNDROME two times in a row fairly early in the match. Once Pendragon got rolling, however, the match was all his. To his credit, Neuromancer takes a lot of punishment - kicking out of Army of One, 2 springboard forearms and a Spinebuster. He nearly gets his shoulder up after OVERTHROW, kicking out at 3.5.

Totalis vs. Ventross

Ventross defeated Totalis with MERCY KILLING at 9:50

Match Rating: 4.00

THE SIMULATOR - Ventross wins by Count Out following Severed Ties outside the ring at 8:47.

Totalis is livid yelling "Not in a tournament! The Simulator is wrong! It didn't take that into account!" Ventross keeps his cool waiting for the bell to ring...

THE MATCH -Totalis looks to be right for the first few minutes as the hometown hero gets off to a slow start. Once Ventross gets rolling he doesn't stop, ending it with back to back MERCY KILLINGS.

- Cosmic Cage -

Godsend vs. Paganax

Godsend defeated Paganax with HELL'S THRESHOLD at 14:40

 No Simulation was shown for the rematch.

After exchanging blows to start the match, Paganax levels Godsend with a guillotine lariat that nearly decapitates the Demon. Paganax takes over for a long stretch of time, bloodying Godsend by tossing him into different sections of the cage turning the blonde crimson red. The Heathen Chief takes his time but never is able to put Godsend away. Godsend's big break comes when he gets the better of a double clothesline, getting to his feet and hitting Paganax with a Demon Bomb that drops him on his head. Godsend takes a huge risk by climbing to the top of the cage and hitting a beautiful moonsault. Quickly, the Demon locks on HELL'S THRESHOLD! Paganax is unresponsive! The ref calls for the bell and a bloody Godsend stands victorious!

[Vanimal]

 Night 2

01.11.2124 from Four Corners Coliseum,Ravager Mothership 66,480

- What We See -

Highlights of Night 1 play throughout the Four Corners as Ravagers filter in for a second night of action! Tag action gets underway tonight with 8 teams competing for the Tag Cup.

The Others vs. Mr. Bloat and Sycophant the Deviant

Omni defeated Mr. Bloat with a High Fly Flow at 9:05

Match Rating: 3.50

 THE SIMULATOR - "In Two minutes and forty-five seconds Sycophant is disqualified for failing to release Masochist's Hangman" Bloat grins to The Deviant who shrugs and says we'll see.

THE MATCH - A close one but The Others come out on top. Mr. Bloat nearly ruins Omni and Odyssey's homecoming, dominating both Ravagers early in the bout. The Others use their superior team work to overcome Bloat, finishing him with a double 5 star frog splash.

Aspin Northstar vs. Zeta Grey

Aspin Northstar defeated Zeta Grey with FLASH OF BRILLIANCE at 15:50

Match Rating: 4.00

 THE SIMULATOR - Aspin Northstar has won the match with a Tarkanian Smash! Match Time: 8:36

THE MATCH - A fantastic technical match that showed what wrestling on Centra could be. Zeta Grey was wise early on to take a breather on the outside after a Tarkanian Smash, no doubt thinking about the simulation's prediction. Northstar nearly loses it all after a missed FoB but a prefectly timed Frankenorthstar led to another FLASH OF BRILLIANCE (4) to get the win.

The Archangels vs. Blue Steel

Gabriel defeated Mack Calibur with JUDGEMENT DAY at 21:09

Match Rating: 3.25

 THE SIMULATOR - Mack Calibur has won the match with BUCK SHOTS!

Match Time: 3:55
Both Blue Steel members pound fists and say something to each other after seeing this, Exodus and Gabriel completely no sell it.

THE MATCH - The Archangels do a terrific job keeping Mack Calibur in the ring for extended periods of time blowing up the wrestling rookie fairly early. Hustler tries to take it to the outside and turn the match into a brawl but the Angels stick with their plan, get the win, and move on.

Lance At-Las vs. Nemean

Lance At-Las defeated Nemean with MARS MANHANDLER at 25:43

Match Rating: 4.75

THE SIMULATOR - Nemean has won the match with SEASON FINALE!

Match Time: 9:09

Still in his Mea Culpa phase, Nemean downplayed the simulation and shook Lance's hand before the bell rang.

THE MATCH - Words can do no justice to describe the incredible back and forth battle that Nemean and At-Las go through today. Both competitors bring the best that they have, Nemean showing what a tough son of a gun he can be kicking out multiple times when everyone thought it was over. The final sequence of waistlock suplex, Atlas World Beater, and Nomad Knee Drop had Nemean dead to rights for MARS MANHANDLER.

The Brothers Oaken vs. Regulators

Donk Oaken defeated Esperanto via Disqualification at 5:07

Match Rating: 1.00

 THE SIMULATOR - "Donk Oaken has been disqualified for repeated usage of a steel chair on Esperanto."
Both Oakens laugh heartily at this while The Regulators stand stone faced waiting for the bell to ring.

THE MATCH - In an ironic twist it was The Regulators that end up with the disqualification, not The Oakens! The match starts off promising with fists flying back and forth between Donk and Esperanto with neither man getting the advantage. Things settle in after a stealthy tag from Rorus and The Oakens take control. Scorch saves his tag partner after BLACK AND BLUE then runs over and attacks Donk on the apron which caused the ref to call for the bell! Everyone in the Four Corners Arena (Oakens included) are shocked by this decision. Scorch is livid but the ref's decision stands!

Note - Disqualification (4) was rolled three times with a 4 coming up each time.

Godsend vs. Pendragon

Pendragon defeated Godsend with OVERTHROW at 2:11

Match Rating: 0.10

THE SIMULATOR - Pendragon has won the match with OVERTHROW in 2:23.

Pendragon looks and taps on his wrists before winking at Godsend who tries to hold back his anger at the disrespect he feels The Simulation has shown.

THE MATCH - Pendragon manages to do it in less time! It takes only five moves for Pendragon to finish off Godsend and advance as he tries to recapture the Centra Cup!

Primeval Destruction vs. Hellraisers

Darkseed defeated Hybrid with DOUBLE BURIAL at 12:34

Match Rating: 3.75

THE SIMULATOR - Darkseed has defeated Hybrid with BELLY OF THE BEAST in 10:10.

Neither team seems to care as they wait for the bell.

THE MATCH - The referee in this match let a lot more slide than the ref in the Regulators/Oakens match. A lot of the action took place outside the ring and even into the crowd. Both teams had high impact offenses but the tide turned after Darkseed dropped Hybrid on his head and neck after a top rope powerbomb. Warfare saved his partner after a sledgehammer fist but missed the double team move (DOUBLE BURIAL - an assisted tombstone piledriver or EVP Driver) to give the Hellraisers the win.

Avarice vs. Ventross

Ventross defeated Avarice with MERCY KILLING at 1:31

Match Rating: 0.10

 THE SIMULATOR - Avarice makes Ventross tap to the Blackheart Lock at 18:00.

The Ravager fans boo loudly at this and the champ can't help but smirk. Ventross shook his head no mouthing "not a chance in hell!"

THE MATCH - It starts with a few counters from each competitor, neither able to land a move. Avarice sends Ventross into the ropes but makes the mistake of telegraphing a back body drop. Ventross shocks everyone by hitting a destroyer piledriver before KOing Avarice with MERCY KILLING! That quickly it's over! The advantage of not wrestling on night one doesn't matter for the Blackheart! Ventross celebrates with his Ravager brethren as Nes Kincade tries to help Avarice regain consciousness.

[Vanimal]

- The New Schoolyard -

Kincade keeps himself busy during Night 2 of the Centra Cup! First, he runs up to a heated Esperanto and a mad as hell Scorch, both tossing backstage equipment like a holovision cop with a warrant.

Nes - Hey what the hell happened out th-

Scorch stops hurling equipment to grab Kincade by the throat and hurl him against the wall.

Scorch - I'm really not in the mood for yer shit Kincade!

Nes - (barely able to speak) I...it's just...an...inter...view.

Esperanto - What happened out there was we got a jellyfish ref - one with no spine! He took a look at us, took a look at yer boys, saw how ugly we all were and knew this was a fight he couldn't control! But you know what? That's all fine and dandy, have fun fightin' fer the Cup...we got what you really want! When you want a shot at them, we'll be waitin!

Later in the night Kincade is back at it again, although his approach has changed. Carefully, and with several security guards around him, Nes asks a seated Godsend how he feels getting eliminated from the Centra Cup. Godsend doesn't answer, just stares off into the distance. Kincade gets a little more brazen.

Nes - I mean, the computer gave you a piss-poor chance and then you basically said "Hold My Beer!" You put money on Pendragon to win it all or something?

Godsend stands up as the security guards close ranks around Nes Kincade. Godsend looks more annoyed then angry.

Godsend - Seriously?! Are you serious?! It's Paganax! Paganax, you idiot! You know what, why don't you fight Paganax to a damn double disqualification and then get forced into a cage match with him later in the same night, WHICH I WON, then fight Pendragon and see how you fair! Oh wait, he kicked your 'aCehole' without all of that other stuff happening! Now beat it, moron, I have a Lava God to deicide!

With security in tow, Nes turned and walked off to do his sign off.
Godsend, still annoyed at the interruption, could be heard screaming in the background "At least the Lizard has a set, you have a camera and a mic?! Don't ever pull this on me again!"

[Vanimal]

Night 3

01.12.2124 from Four Corners Coliseum,Ravager Mothership 66,480

- What We See -

The Ravagers are buzzing having representatives in the semi-finals of both the tag and singles tournaments. The ROC has the best odds with three members still in the mix in the singles Centra Cup (Pendragon dropped the bombshell announcement he was joining the ROC in an interview with a Ravager combat show after his match last night). So far the Centra Cup has gone off without a hitch giving everyone backstage hope for the new year.

- Semi-Finals -

Aspin Northstar vs. Ventross

Ventross defeated Aspin Northstar with MERCY KILLING at 10:17

Match Rating: 3.50

THE SIMULATOR - Ventross wins in 5:06 with MERCY KILLING.

While the Ravagers in attendance cheer the result, the two competitors in the ring meet in the center of the ring and shake hands, ready to do battle.

THE MATCH - It nearly takes double the time the Simulator predicted but Ventross gets it done. It wasn't easy. Northstar brings the heat almost getting a count out victory after a springboard imploding cutter on the outside. Double roundhouse kicks nearly gets him a pinfall victory and the Ravager fans are sweating. Ever the vet, Ventross manages to find a way to counter a snap mare into a Vicious Onslaught followed by a fast MERCY KILLING. The pin that followed was delayed allowing Aspin to kick out but a second MERCY KILLING does the job and Ventross head to the finals!

The Archangels vs. Hellraisers

Nightmare defeated Exodus with a Dropkick to Shin at 16:56

Match Rating: 4.00

 THE SIMULATOR - Exodus has won by count out against Darkseed at 3:13.

Darkseed, on edge as it is, loses control and attacks Exodus to start the match.

THE MATCH - Darkseed gets the jump on Exodus but it doesn't last long. The Angels make quick tags back and forth until Darkseed over-powers Gabriel and tags out.
Nightmare and Darkseed cut the ring in half on Exodus who takes a tremendous beating but never gives in, kicking out of BELLY OF THE BEAST, Demon Dreamscape and a Top Rope Powerbomb. Nightmare ramps up the speed bouncing off the ropes and connecting with the dropkick to the shins so hard the force sends Exodus's head bouncing off the mat.

Lance At-Las vs. Pendragon

Pendragon defeated Lance At-Las with an OVERTHROW at 7:04

Match Rating: 3.00

 THE SIMULATOR - In 10:23, Pendragon wins the contest with OVERTHROW.

Lance shrugs with a slight grin that Pendragon chuckles at, both men knowing this is the last of the frivolity.

THE MATCH - The Cinderella Story comes to an end for Lance At-Las. Although an underdog favorite back on Centra Prime and even with Ravagers pulling for him on the Mothership, At-Las can't put an offense together to better his new ROC partner.

A poignant moment in the match comes when Lance rolls to the outside for a breather, holding his back, while Pendragon waits in the middle of the ring. At-Las locks eyes with Pendragon and gives him a nod of defeat. Pendragon nods and waits. When he's ready, At-Las charges in the ring right into an OVERTHROW and the 1-2-3.

The Others vs. The Brothers Oaken

Rorus Oaken defeated Odyssey with COUPE DE GRACE at 9:33

Match Rating: 3.75

THE SIMULATOR - Odyssey has defeated Rorus Oaken with a shiranui at 12:31.

The fans would have celebrated this imaginary win had The Oakens not attacked The Others from behind.

The Others rebound and take control early on in a hardcore battle. Omni and Odyssey go for several shiranui, no doubt trying to manifest the Simulator finish. During one of the out of the ring brawls, Rorus and Donk hit their now infamous Doomsday Device on the floor, but Odyssey somehow makes it back before the 20!

Unfortunately, all that is waiting for him is a COUPE DE GRACE he cannot kick out of.

- Holovision Number 1 Contender -

Zeta Grey vs. Nemean vs. Nes Kincade

Nes Kincade defeated Zeta Grey with a NEW SCHOOLBOY at 7:11

Match Rating: 2.50

 There was no simulation for the match beforehand due to the number of times the match had changed.

Originally, the bout was meant to be a Fatal Four Way with the losing combatants from Night 2. Godsend flat out refused to fight, simply saying "Fine me" which just may happen, while Avarice had his doctor's say he wasn't cleared to compete due to "concussion like symptoms suffered at the hands of Ventross".
For the record aCe medical staff disagree with this prognosis and believe him to be at 100% health with the exception of a bruised ego.

Nevertheless, they allowed Avarice to pick his replacement, former aCe champion Nes Kincade. As imagined Nes and Nemean tear into each other right
away as Zeta sits back and waits. Nemean gains the upper hand only to turn into a swinging power slam from the newcomer from Zeta Reticuli. Grey works over Nemean and nearly gets the victory with SHADES OF GREY until Kincade pulls both men outside the ring where the action would remain. Kincade manages to put Nemean through two chairs like they were tables and then gets the win with the most open cheating NEW SCHOOLBOY you ever would see.

Tribes of Primus vs. The Syndicate

Paganax defeated Holocaust with Face Smothering at 5:52

Match Rating: 2.00

 THE SIMULATOR - Jakyll has been disqualified for using foreign objects on Nueromancer at 5:34

The Fallen try to make the prediction a prophesy hitting the ring and attacking the Syndicate before the simulation even appeared on the Holo-Tron

THE MATCH - Paganax gets Krypt and Jakyll under control and the match begins proper. For the opening minutes we get a nice teaser of what The Fallen and Shock Syndicate match will look like as the singles stars remain on the apron. Neuromancer would stay there however. When The Heathen Chief tags in he pops Holocaust in the mouth then locks on Face Smothering, all the while staring down the other members of The Syndicate daring them to make the save.

They did not.

- Finals -

Hellraisers vs. The Brothers Oaken

Donk Oaken defeated Nightmare with COUPE DE GRACE at 14:27

Match Rating: 5.00

 THE SIMULATOR - Nightmare has defeated Rorus Oaken with Demon Dreamscape at 7:38.

Neither team takes their eyes off the other waitng for the bell to ring. Before it does Donk screams out "I WANT YOU BIG MAN!"

THE MATCH - An all-time classic tag battle. Donk and Darkseed don't disappoint as the two big men collide to start the match. Darkseed gets the best of it and the Hellraisers take control and don't let go. The Oakens have surprise bursts of offense, including hitting their infamous Doomsday Device on the floor, but the Hellraisers remain in the drivers seat. The tide starts to turn when Donk absorbs an incredible amount of punishment from Nightmare (repeated Dread Lariats and Spears) but doesn't leave his feet. Surprisingly, the Ravager fans get behind this as Nightmare gets more and more frustrated eventually tagging in Darkseed who has no success either! Donk hulks up, makes the hot tag to Rorus and the fans are on their feet. Exhausted, all four men battle it out until a double team Hard as Oak sends Darkseed outside the ring. The Brothers Oaken combine for COUPE DE GRACE on Nightmare, Rorus slingshots himself over the top rope and onto Darkseed , and Donk gets the pin to win the tag Centra Cup!

- Finals -

Ventross vs. Pendragon

Pendragon defeated Ventross with a Hard Lariat at 10:25

Match Rating: 4.00

 THE SIMULATOR - Pendragon defeats Ventross with OVERTHROW in 4:38.

There's a near riot at the simulation's disrespectful prediction of hometown hero Ventross losing in under 5 minutes and it makes Pendragon the villain from before the bell even rings.

THE MATCH - Both men start by throwing fists and forearms before a Pendragon Suplex breaks up the repetition. Neither men hold back, taking the fight to the outside several times. The crowd goes wild when Ventross uses his shield outside the ring to repeatedly ram Pendragon with. A running missile dropkick sends the shield into the face of the Ravager which quiets the crowd quick.

Both men come close to getting wins -Ventross kicks out of a pin after a particularly vicious Pendragon Suplex while an audible gasp is heard after Pendragon kicks out of back to back MERCY KILLINGS.
In the end Ventross takes a chance and pays for it. He decides to climb to the top turnbuckle diving off with a cross body but takes a Dragonlance mid-air! He struggles to feet only to eat a Hard Lariat and that's the end.

Pendragon wins back to back Centra Cups!