THW (Tim's House Wrestling)

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I've been wanting to check out the Hall of Fame sets, and Posioned Shadows inspired me to do a bit of a meta set up to set up for a fed. This is going to be starting out as just the 10 guys in the Hall of Fame set at first.. maybe with a guest or two now and then, but mostly a tournament that will be 'season 1'. I have vague expansion plans if things work out the way a want.

Our journey begins with a very simple scene... a man at the dining room table, opening his mail and paying some bills. His son, who is at the other end of the table working on a school project with a friend, notices a flash of color as his dad looks through an important looking envelope.

CJ: Whatcha got there, Dad?

Tim: Oh, you remember that wrestling game we played a bit when you were little? They had a new set Hall of Fame set, so I thought I'd check it out.. I haven't played forever.

CJ: That sounds pretty fun? So, is it new guys? Like Hangman?

Pam( CJ's friend): I love Hangman, too! Cowboy Sh--

Tim: No, not Hangman... .these are OLD guys.. from the Hall of Fame!

Pam: Like Jericho? He's really old. I was watching some old clip of him on you tube.. he was HOT back when he was younger.

Tim: Yes, well, you'd be a better judge than me for of that... these guys are much older than that, back when Gramps was a fan and there wasn't a lot of flipping and flying all over the place.

CJ: Sounds boring, probably a lot of 'ring psychology' Gramps talked about that a lot last time we watched wrestling together.

Tim: That's right, son. It was a very different time, but just as good in a lot of ways.. some guys were really heroic, others were great at being the villain. The matches were a bit slower, sure, but they would develop over the course of the match and really have some drama.

CJ: I like tope suicida's better than drama, I think. I'll give it a shot.. but I know you guy that Hangman card in that box of yours... he's coming out eventually. Whatcha think, Pammy.


Pam (who winced a bit when CJ called her Pammy): Well, this guy is pretty cute... Jim Londos... and it says he was a little guy.. bet he was a good guy!

Tim: Just like today, guys took there turns as each, but yes, he was most often a face.. hard to cheer against a plucky underdog! Would you guys like to help me try these guys out? Chuck's coming, too.

CJ: Really! Nice! That usually means mom will buy snacks!

Tim (chuckles): You're probably right. We'll get Gramps, too... he's always telling us that story about when he met Gerry Brisco in the supermarket.

Pam: Wait.. THAT guy is the one Gramps tells us about every time someone mentions wrestling? That's crazy... but does that mean we'll have to listen to the story again?

Tim: Probably so, but you would have had to listen to it anyway.. and maybe this way he'll remember he's told us 20 times already.

Pam: Alright, I'm in... but I want the cute guy.. and I'll take (she surveys the cards a bit).. this guy too they look like they'll make a good team.

Tim: George Tragos.... he's one of the two guys the Hall of Fame is named after... I don't know too much about him, really but they're both Greek, so you got a nice theme going there.


Pam: Greek? Awesome... they will be the Spartan Warriors! Can I draw helmets on them?

CJ: (pulling the cards away): NO! You don't write on the cards, what if they're worth something someday. Let me see that... hmmm.. what's with the guy with the money?

Tim: Ahhh, that's Dick Hutton. He used to bet the crowd $1000 no one could be him when he was the World champ.. no one ever did. I think Gramps liked him the most until he met Gerry Brisco. Hey, maybe he's your guy.. he is from Texas.

CJ: A cowboy?

Pam: Can we draw him a cowboy hat?

CJ: NO!! but ok, I'll take him... and.... how about this guy?

Tim: Bob Roop? Ok sure. Remember the old game.. Roop one time when by 'The Star Warrior' when he was under a mask. I've always wondered if there was a connection.

CJ: But is he a cowboy?

Tim: Son, The 'German' guy is really from Virginia.. of course he can be a cowboy if you want him to be. You could go with 'the All-American' though... that might work with a cowboy for a team.

Pam: Hmm.. he could be the All-American A-

Tim: Language! Maybe I shouldn't let you guys watch.

(CJ and Pam both roll their eyes)

Pam: You clearly have never been on a school bus, Mr. S

Tim: (chuckles): I know, I know, but if CJ's mom hears you she'll ban you from watching... you know she will.

Pam: Ok, I get it... but you can't stop me from thinking it

CJ: I like it! The All-American and the Cowboy! Great! Which guys are you going to use, dad?

Tim: Well. Since you guys seem to have grabbed onto the face, I'll got with the 'evil German' team... I have to let Gramps have the Briscoes. Chuck's definitely a Dan Severn fan, so he'll be happy too.

CJ: This is going to be great! When to we start?

Tim: As long as I have time to pick up Gramps after work. I thought Wednesday before Dynamite.

Pam: Do you not have a DVR? Time doesn't matter.

Tim: Time DOES matter when I have to get you home at a reasonable hour, or do you want your mom to shut THW down before it starts.

Pam: OK, OK, but we can fast forward the commercials if we don't start right at 8.. wait THW?

Tim: I'm so glad you asked.. that's going to be the name of our federation... Team Hooker Wrestling

Pam: WHAT??

Tim: A 'Hooker' is an old term for a wrestler, back before it was so scripted, so I thought it would make sense since we're using the old guys. It also doubles as..

CJ: I know.... Tim's House!

Tim: Such a smart guy... fun, right?

CJ: That's a dad joke, dad, but I'll allow it.


Tim: You'll all heart, son, now finish that project so I can get Pam at home on time.

(the kids groan a bit and get back to work)

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I'm planning to post the first card Wednesday... here's the teams to start with. I mostly worked them into the write up, but this way I'll have a spot to update the standings and such.


Tim's Team (Weimar Republic)

Fritz Von Goering (1-1)
Baron Von Rashke (0-2)

CJ's Team (Americana)
Dick Hutton (1-1)
Bob Roop (2-0)

Pam's Team (Spartan Warriors)
Jim Londos (2-0)
George Tragos (0-2)

Chuck's Team (Hookers)
Dan Severn (1-1)
Danny Hodge (0-2)

Gramps' Team (Brisco Brothers)
Jack Brisco (1-1)
Jerry Brisco (2-0) INJURED 1 CARD

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Season 1, Week 1 - An Even Beginning

Tim walks into his living room with his friend, Chuck, sitting at one end of the table, and CJ and Pam on the other end, doing something on their phones, as he got closer, he could see they were looking up wrestling matches, and eating the snacks that seem to always materialize when Chuck is around. He greets everyone and settling Gramps into a seat


Gramps: Thanks for the ride, son. I'm so happy you thought of me.

Tim: How could we not, dad, I got the Briscoes for you to use!

Gramps: Ahh, yes, they were the greatest. Did I ever tell you about the time in Pittsburgh when I met Gerry? He was a good guy...


Pam makes a face behind Gramps' back, but Tim smirks and holds off the snarky comment

Tim: You mentioned it once or twice, Dad. The kids are excited to play before the show, how about we get started?

Chuck: Sounds good to me... the Beast... nice pick. Looks like I got the actual tough guys, so my team will be the Hookers... they'll bend you into pretzels and stomp you flat!

Pam: what that a promo? I want to do a promo... CJ, where's my mic?

Tim: Go for it, hon. You're up first... George Tragos vs. Bob Roop!

Chuck: So you're booking, Tim?

Tim: I was thinking round robin to try everything out, then we'll see. But yeah, I've got a schedule. We'll work in some tag matches too, just so we can see who's team is the best.

Gramps: That's not to fair to you guys if I get the Briscoes.

Tim: I suspect it'll be ok, Gramps. Ready with that promo, Pam.

Pam (with a mic CJ came up with from somewhere): The Spartan Warriors are the toughest cohort in this federation! We can beat anyone... no wimpy Cowboy has a chance against the training and discipline of a Spartan!

CJ: We do too! Cowboy Sh--

Tim: You need some practice CJ, let's get the dice.

George Tragos vs. Bob Roop

'The All-American' used his huge size and strength advantage well.. never getting into any mat wrestling with the techically minded Tragos. Roop stuck to high impact moves and quickly wore the smaller man down. The result was never in doubt.
Winner: Bob Roop via Spinning Neckbreaker at 5:02

Tim: The first winner in the books! How's it feel, CJ.

CJ: Awesome! I knew he could do it!

Pam: Yeah, well my promo was better.

Chuck: You think those meatheads are tough? The Hookers are the real men in this federation! All these 'wrestlers' can roll around on the ground trying to get lucky, but my men can actually beat you up. You'll always need to see the trainer after a match with the Hookers.

CJ whispers to Pam, 'he's good', and Pam sniffs indignantly at him

Danny Hodge**** vs. Jerry Brisco*
Brisco seemed energized by his number one superfan being on hand, and started off in control early, but got frustrated when his attempts to wear Hodge down seemed to have no effect. The action spilled outside the ring on several occasions, where the two men just wailed on each other, but neither was able to get the upper hand for long. After being unable to get Hodge to tap to the Figure Four, Brisco changed tactics and used Hodge's own Oklahoma Side Roll to get the win.
Winner: Gerry Brisco with Oklahoma Side Roll at 11:44.

Hodge was totally insulted and angry after the match and attacked Brisco from behind as he had his arms raised in victory... The Beast joined in and they laid the younger Brisco out as the crowd booed.

Gramps: What? Can he do that, son?

Tim: The dice say he can, Gramps. Don't worry, it's just a minor injury, he'll be fine.

Gramps: Always trying to show my son up, Chuck, and now you can't let an old man have a little glory? (Gramps shakes his head)

Chuck: Someone has to be the heel. Not my fault you guys pick all the faces.

Dan Severn** vs. Baron von Raschke***
Severn was rattled at first that the crowd was not on his side... it seems Gramps isn't the only Gerry Brisco fan. The Baron dominated early on, but his antics seemed to slow his momentum and allow Severn to take control. Once Severn got some offense going, there was no stopping him.
Winner: Dan Severn with Bow and Arrow at 8:20

Tim: Too much goose stepping and theatrics and not enough wrestling.. gonna have to talk to him about that. Let's see if von Goering does any better against CJ's cowboy sh--

CJ: Dad! If I can't say it, you can't either.

from the other room a female voice shouts, 'I'm still here, you know. What are you teaching those kids in there, Tim!

Tim: Oh great, nice job son, no more promos tonight.

Dick Hutton vs. Fritz Von Goering
Von Goering came out like a house on fire... even stomping on Hutton's cowboy hat at the beginning of the match. Hutton was overwhelmed by the relentless attack of the German star,
Winner: Fritz Von Goering with a Backbreaker at 3:48.

CJ: Dad, this Cowboy is broken! I need a new one. Can I have Hangman now?

Tim: It's just one match, son, give it some time.

Pam: And now for The Golden Greek in the Main Event!

Gramps: This should be for the championship! These are clearly the two best guys in the set!

Tim: We're doing a tournament, Dad, that way the champ will be special.

Gramps: OK, but Brisco's going win anyway, might as well make it quicker. I'm old, who knows how much time I have left?

Tim: You're fine, Dad, now get your dice.

Jack Brisco** Vs. Jim Londos
The two men jockeyed back and forth early on, but it was Londos that eventually got the upper hand, catching Brisco with a back elbow that dazed him, then he went to work on the legs. He cinched in the Boston Crab and Brisco had no choice but to submit.
Winner: Jim Londos with Boston Crab at 6:22

Pam: Woo! That's makes me the champion!!

Tim: Not yet, this was just the first card... long way to go yet. It was an impressive win, Brisco is definitely my pick to win.

Gramps: Mine too! I think these dice are broken. Can we swap?

Tim: Sure, Dad. Actually, how about we'll take a trip to Rivendell next week and you an pick your own, OK?

Gramps: That'll fix you guys!

Pam: yeah, yeah.. make excuses old man. You can't beat the Golden Greek!

CJ: Whatever, maybe my broken Cowboy will win next time... it's time for the show!

[wildfire]

I decided to skip the colors.. its good in theory, but I think its too much? Let me know!

Chuck seems to have arrived early, and is talking to CJ at the table. Pam seems to have brought some props with her... she has a foam sword and shield and is waving them around, apparently practicing her promos. Tim walks in with Gramps, fresh from the gaming store. Gramps has a set of metal dice that he is clutching eagerly.

CJ: Whatcha got there Gramps?

Gramps: The best... dice.... ever! They're metal, so they must be better. No flimsy modern plastic for this guy.

<Pam rolls her eyes, while Tim smiles>

Chuck: We'll see how that goes Gramps.. because they can't really fix Gerry's concussion, now can they?

CJ: He is so good.

Pam: But does he have PROPS?! (Pam slashes her foam sword at CJ)

CJ: Mom!

<From the depths of the house, a female voice shouts, Pam, what did I tell you about those>

Pam: yes, ma'am.

CJ: There's no weapons in wrestling anyway.. only Cowboy Sh-

Chuck: Sure there is, you just have to not get caught.

Tim: You really are into the heel thing, aren't you... lets see how your guys make out this week. I'm up first, though, against the All-American!

Bob Roop** def. Fritz von Goering** wih a Shoulder Breaker @ 14:33
An excellent back and forth match... von Goering attempted high risk moves on several occasions that failed, allowing Roop to take control. At one point, von Goering took the action outside in the hopes of getting an assist from Baron von Rashke, but Dick Hutton was there to prevent any shenanigans.

CJ: 2-0! The All-American is the greatest!

Tim: Indeed, he'll have to stop being the curtain jerker next card.

(Pam starts marching around the room with her sword and shield)

Pam: The Spartan Warrior is up next... he is not afraid of Cowboy Sh-

CJ: Oh no you don't. My cowboy is bringing his cowbell, so you better watch it with that stuff!

Dick Hutton**** def. George Tragos** With Abdominal Stretch at 8:53.
Classic clash of styles.. with Tragos trying to mat wrestle and Hutton using his power and size advantage. Tragos tried his best to wear the big cowboy down, but Hutton was too much for him on this day.

CJ: Cowboy Sh-

Pam: No fair! George Tragos is clearly superior.. the stupid dice just wouldn't keep him down!

Gramps: You need some metal ones.

Tim: That happens Pam... if we knew who was going to win, it wouldn't be fun, right?

Pam: I guess, but CJ doesn't even have props!

CJ: (who came up with a cowbell from somewhere in the house and was ringing it): Do so!

<from the bowels of the house, a female voice bellows 'what's going on in there? Tim, is everything OK?>

Tim (shouting): Fine, dear. Cut that out CJ. Nice wins, though. We won't all be tied this week.
Now the Baron gets to finish Jerry Brisco off. That claw is going to be tough on a guy with a concussion. Maybe you should just forfeit, Dad. I don't want to embarrass your hero.

Gramps: Jerry's game.. and so are my new dice! Lets go!

Jerry Brisco (i)** def. Baron von Rashke with Boston Crab @ 6:17
Big upset! Brisco looked dazed and hopeless for the 1st 5 minutes of the match, and Rashke was goose stepping around the ring and sure of victory when a drop toe hold and a Boston Crab in the center of the ring made a quick end to it.

Gramps: It's all in the dice.

Tim: You just got lucky today old man.. this isn't over.

Pam: Is that all you got, Mr. S.?

Chuck: He's no beast, that's for sure. We're up, darlin. Time for me to tarnish the Golden Greek.

Jim Londos*** def. Dan Severn****** with an Airplane Spin @ 8:45
These two tore at each other like the championship was at stake! It looked at first like The Beast would win easily, but Londos turned the match around after escaping each of his mat holds in turn and unleashed his own offense.

Pam: Ha! (Pam starts beating her sword against her shield) We Spartan Warriors slay LIONS.. your beast is just a kitten by comparison.

Chuck (stifling a giggle): You're getting there darlin'. Good match. Now it's time to really put Gramps' new dice to the test.

Tim: hard to believe one of these guys is going to start out 0-2! I thought they'd be the front runners.

Pam: The Golden Greek is the clear leader, Mr. S. You can't deny Spartan greatness!

CJ: She's right, dad... he beat both of the front runners.

Tim: You guys aren't wrong, but there's a ways to go yet. (in his best dramatic announcer voice). Now it's time.. for the main event!


Jack Brisco* def. Danny Hodge**** with the Figure Four Leglock @ 7:14.
Dominant win for Brisco, who had his brother at ringside to ensure no further attacks from Hodge, despite the injury. Jack was in control the whole match.. Hodge rolled him up at one point, but the verdict was never really in doubt.

Gramps: That's more like it! These are the dice I need.

Chuck: yeah, yeah. It's all the dice... we're only 2 weeks in, plenty of time for us to crush your dreams.

Tim: Time for the show... is that Brian Danielson! I got a card for him...

CJ: Why can't I use him??? Next you're going to tell me you have Hangman somewhere too!!

Tim: Well..
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CJ: DAD!

Tim: time for the show.. we'll discuss this later.

[wildfire]

Tim comes home and brushes off questions from Pam and CJ about who's fighting who and goes up to the attic. He comes back down with a plastic tub...

CJ: So what's that dad?

Tim: This, son of mine, is all the cards for this wrestling game I've collected over the years, some official, some semi-official, some me or other friends just made themselves.

CJ: WOW! There's got to be hundreds in there.

Tim: (chuckles): I suppose so. I got to thinking and I have an idea how you guys could try out some other people and have it fit in with THW.

Chuck: You're asking for trouble, Mr. head booker. Opening the floodgates...

Tim: It'll be fine. The kids are enjoying their teams, they just want a little Cowboy Sh--

CJ: So you REALLY have a card for Hangman in there.

Tim: I do. He's probably not as good as you'd like him to be, but he's in there. So here's the deal. Whoever's teams are the top 2 best record both get to choose a wrestler from the box for a guest match.. the win will be the THW TV CHAMPION. We'll do one match a week with the champ against one other random guy.. sound good!

<CJ and Pam both start talking at once and grabbing for the box>

Tim: Not yet, you gotta win first.

Gramps: My shiny metal dice say that's not going to happen, kids.

Chuck: Your boy has the Beast in the main event, I'm think you all might be disappointed.


Danny Hodge*** def. George Tragos** with Indian Death Lock at 6:36.

Hodge didn't seem to know what to do with the big size advantage he enjoyed in this one, and Tragos was able to get the early upper hand.. getting him to the mat and grinding away. The Beast was at ringside and pulled Hodge out of the ring, which totally changed the momentum. Hodge took control after his breather and was able to get the victory.

Pam: What? You Hookers are a bunch of cheaters!

Chuck: It's not my fault your Spartan Warrior is a midget that's so easily distracted, what happened to your Spartan discipline?

<CJ whispers, oohhh he's good, and Pam smacks him>

Pam: We will have revenge! I'm sure the Jim will do better!

CJ: No way! I need this win to unlock Hangman!!

Jim Londos def. Dick Hutton* with the Boston Cab at 3:06

Hutton offered to shake hands to start the match, but Londos would have none of it, and made short work of Hutton while he tried unsuccessfully to recover.

CJ: Darn it! I can't upgrade my cowboy like this! I need a plan. (CJ goes off to mutter to himself.

Pam: Meanwhile, the Golden Greek is undefeated. I'm promoting him to general of the Spartan Army.

Gramps: Can you do that? You're not even Greek, honey.

<Chuck and Tim snicker, as Pam fumed and goes to find a snack>

Jack Brisco def. Fritz von Goering with Figure Four Leglock @ 2:48
Brisco makes gramps proud and squashes the 'german'

Tim: Ugh.. how did I get myself the raw end of this deal?

Gramps: I told you guys it wasn't fair when you gave me the Briscoes. Any chance you have Bruno in that box?

Tim: Do count you chickens yet, dad. But no, I don't think so. I'm sure you'll find something though. Now the Baron is going to crush all CJ's cowboy dreams.

CJ: You wouldn't, Dad.

Pam: It's a promo, you dummy.

CJ: oh, right.

Bob Roop def. Baron von Raschke**** with Spinning Neckbreaker @ 7:33.
Fritz Von Goering saved his partner not once but twice, but Raschke just couldn't take advantage as Roop stays undefeated.

CJ: Woo! The All-American is the man! Cowboy Sh-

Tim: Well, dad, looks like we know who your pick will be fighting... have you picked yet?

<gramps takes off his glasses and puts down a pile of cards>

Gramps: You really got some classics in here son.

Tim: yeah, they got rights to a lot of the old greats when the game first came out. Did you choose?

Gramps: I did. The first THW TV champion will be....

CJ: Hangman.. Adam Page!

Gramps: Not on your life. You're going to love this son. Now, as I was saying. The first THW TV champion will be....Chief Jay Strongbow!

<Chuck and Tim burst out laughing>

Chuck: Gotta hand it to you, old timer, that's brilliant.

CJ: You picked an indian? Is that allowed, dad?

Tim: Sure, son... things like that were a staple of wrestling in the old days. It's perfect.

Gramps: Of course it is. Old school is the best! Did I ever tell you about the time when I met...

Pam and CJ in unison: YES GRAMPS.

Gramps: This match will be even better than that story!

Jerry Brisco** def. Dan Severn**** With Figure Four Leglock at 11:29.
Jerry keeps the upset train rolling, despite some lingering effects of his injury. Severn nearly choked him out, but he just got to the ropes in time. While Severn argued with the referee, Brisco came back and was able to stay a step ahead the rest of the match.

Gramps: That's how we do it.

Chuck: amazing... I guess it's the power of fandom.

Tim: Whatever it is, it's working.. we still have 3 undefeated wrestler... I promise that will be down to two.. next week!