Grunion's GWF Reimagined

[Grunion]

GWF Showdown - 39
09.19.2088 from Callisto Centroplex

- Tag Team -
Greek Gods vs. Beauty & The Beast
Actagon defeated The Creeper with a GRECIAN SLEEPER GRIP
Match Notes: Vanity attempted to break Actagon's GRECIAN SLEEPER GRIP, but Actagon saw him coming and executed a fierce Noggin Knocker, knocking both wrestlers out cold!


Billy Jo Boxer vs. Ghengis Khan
Billy Jo Boxer defeated Ghengis Khan with a right jab
Match Notes: Billy Jo Boxer flicked a stiff right jab and Ghengis Khan dropped like a sack of potatoes! Billy Jo flashed that galaxy-wide famous smile and covered him for the pin.


- Tag Team -
Animal Pack vs. Norse Gods
Incredible Badger defeated Man-Mountain with an ANDROMEDA DROP
Match Notes: Battering Ram was neutralized early, but Incredible Badger carried the team in the latter part of the match.


Invincible Krakan vs. Mesmer
Invincible Krakan defeated Mesmer with a FALLING FACE SLAM
Match Notes: After the match, Invincible Krakan grabbed a microphone, called Star Warrior a coward and demanded a title shot!


Comrade Terror vs. Adam Blast
Comrade Terror defeated Adam Blast with a flying skullcrusher
Match Notes: Comrade Terror took early control. Adam Blast started to mount a comeback, but that just seemed to anger Comrade Terror. Comrade Terror was clearly agitated at the end of the match and signaled to the back. Executioner and Tongsoon rushed the ring and the three wrestlers delivered a vicious beating to the defenseless Adam Blast. Wolf finally saw enough and chased all three out of the ring. Adam Blast was taken away in a stretcher and will miss three months with a sever concussion and fractured skull!


Wolf vs. Thantos
Wolf defeated Thantos with a SAVAGE FACE CLAW
Match Notes: Wolf earned a hard fought victory in a match that had the stadium on their feet from start to finish!

[Grunion]

Booking Committee Meeting Minutes

September 23, 2088

Attendees
Omega - (Chairman)
Thantos
Lord Nexus
Exo-King
Invincible Krakan
Commander Sam

The meeting was called to order by Omega at 10:07 AM 

I. Review of annual revenues - Omega presented a tally of all gross and net gate receipts for the year (See attachment A), stated that the GWF was in very good financial shape and should continue with the current plan for managed expansion.

II. Talent scouting and recruitment - Omega reported out that there are currently 38 wrestlers on the roster (19 each for the Alliance and Confederation). He explained that the GWF should stay the course with roster sizes and show schedules. Substantial roster growth at this time could severely dilute the quality of their product.  He did strongly advocate for a continued emphasis on talent recruitment, explaining that they needed to continue to attract the best from the galaxy so that they could position themselves as the galaxy's premier wresting organization.  He went on to say that unfortunately, this meant that they all needed to take a hard look at those who are underperforming and consider releasing them from their contracts.  He thanked Exo-King for establishing this precedent with his firing of Duke of Destruction. Thantos made a motion to expand the roster to 40 wrestler split evenly between Alliance and Confederation.  Lord Nexus seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

III. Women's Division - There was a brief discussion regarding the establishment of a Women's Division. All considered the first match to be an overwhelming success, but that it was premature to establish a formal division. Lord Nexus reported that preliminary discussions have begun regarding a contract for a three match series between Hale and Princess Pain and encouraged the other members of the Committee to begin recruiting women in earnest.

New Business

IV. GWF Managers, Trainers and Valets - Omega opened the discussion by explaining to the Committee that it was time to reconsider the proposal he made last year and quickly ran through the advantages of having non-wrestlers available to handle non-wrestling functions. Thantos reiterated his previous position and explained that the success of the GWF was driven by its authenticity, and that would be irreparably compromised if non-wrestlers were suddenly injected to the GWF.  He again pointed out his belief that this was nothing more than another power play by Omega to stay in control even though his time in the ring nears its end. Thantos requested that the vote be conducted by role call and all members agreed.  

Omega called the role, starting with himself as Chairman. Each member's comments are captured for the record.

Omega: The motion on the floor is the removal of the by-law that restricts managers, trainers and other non-wrestlers from joining the GWF. A vote of aye will remove that restriction and allow for non-wrestlers to join the GWF in any capacity, effective January 1, 2089. A vote of nay will keep that restriction in place and keep the status quo. I vote aye.

Thantos: Nay

Invincible Krakan: I can't believe you fools are considering sharing what we have with a bunch of outsiders. Nay!

Commander Sam: We can't police ourselves forever. We can't run around the galaxy scouting and recruiting forever. It's time. Aye.

Lord Nexus: My closest friend in this business and someone I trust more than anyone is begging me to not let this happen. But unfortunately he is stuck in the past and with a romanticized notion of what wrestling should be, not what it is.  He isn't wrong, but we need to step forward, not look backwards. Aye.

Exo-King: Nobody has had more personnel issues to handle than me. All of my energies are being spent on trying to keep my team from killing each other, or firing underperforming knuckleheads, or waking up one day to find out that I need to turn myself into a tag wrester because someone else dropped on the Confederation is being mismanaged. I am tired of being stuck on the mid-card because all of my focus is outside of the ring. I vote Aye.

Omega announced that the measure passed 4-2 over the screaming objections of Thantos and quickly adjourned the meeting at 12:27 PM.

[Grunion]

GWF Showdown - 40
10.01.2088 from Deimos Intergalactic Arena

- Pre-match Announcement -
Pit Viper is announced and enters the ring wearing all black. He motions for a microphone, and is handed one by the announcer. "I stand before you as a proud member of the GWF, and as a dedicated member of the Alliance. But as of today, I am no longer a Titan."


Executioner vs. Pit Viper
Pit Viper defeated Executioner with a VENOM BLAST
Match Notes: Pit Viper wrestled an efficient and technical match and picked up the victory.


- Titan Death -
Bishop Hell vs. Reptillo
Bishop Hell defeated Reptillo with a piledriver
Match Notes: Bishop Hell opened the match with two HELLFIRES and two piledrivers. Reptillo courageously kicked out of four pin attempts, but was otherwise completely outmatched.


- Tag Team -
First Family vs. Royal Family
Star Warrior defeated Exo-King with a NOVA LAUNCH
Match Notes: First Family looked sharp from start to finish. Omega saw limited action, but was effective when he was in the ring. Killer Queen tried to break up Star Warrior's pin attempt, but was cut off by Omega. After the match Omega announced his upcoming retirement. He will wrestle one more match at Grand Finale II. His opponent is still to be determined.


Mesmer vs. Ghengis Khan
Mesmer defeated Ghengis Khan with a BLACKOUT
Match Notes: Mesmer was too quick for Ghengis Khan, and eventually caught him with a BLACKOUT.


Thantos vs. Massif
Massif defeated Thantos with a VOLCANIC DROP
Match Notes: Massif put on the performance of his life and wore Thantos down in a marathon length match!


Galaxian Tag Team Championship Match
Gladiators of Aethra vs. Animal Pack
Massacre defeated Incredible Badger with a MASSACRE SLAM
Match Notes: The Gladiators destroyed Animal Pack. Brute softened up Incredible badger and Massacre finished him off! Battering Ram could do nothing but watch! When he finally tried to break up a pin attempt, Brute intercepted him and threw him out of the ring. The Gladiators successfully defend the Galaxian Tag Team Championship!

[Grunion]

GWN - Galactic Wrestling News

October 8, 2088

GWF News and Rumors

There was a flurry of activity at GWF headquarters in the days following last month's Booking Committee meeting. Omega has submitted both his wrestling retirement paperwork (effective January 1, 2089) as well as his manager's contract (also effective January 1, 2089). This was followed by a manager's contract for Solaris, a guru from Proxima Centauri with close ties to Actagon. Trainer Jim's manager's contract arrived at headquarters yesterday. 

The GWF also received a signed contract for Sweet Thing, making her the first ever woman under a full time contract to the GWF. The paperwork was submitted by Vanity and apparently the two are currently dating. Her contract describes her role as "non-wrestling assistant and companion". As with all other non-wrestling contracts, it goes into effect January 1st.

Thantos is apparently still fuming over the events of the last board meeting. Unnamed sources are saying that he has "vowed to shake things up". It is highly anticipated that changes will be made to the Booking Committee, with Exo-King falling out of favor and Massacre lobbying hard for a seat. Don't be surprised for changes to be made to the makeup of the Royal Court as well.

Pit Viper has been spotted on Neptune and is currently training full time with the Space Croppers. There are rumors that he may form a tag team with Beast Rider, freeing up Renegade to make a run at the Heavy Metal Title.

Finally, it appears that Omega's earlier trip to Cetus has paid dividends, as Galactic Punisher has joined the Alliance. He is set to debut at Grand Finale II. This brings the Alliance roster up to it's maximum of 20 wrestlers. However, a space will be created once Omega retires on January 1st.

[Grunion]

GWF Showdown - 41
10.16.2088 from Victory Gardens

- Titan Death -
Splatter vs. Pulsar
Splatter defeated Pulsar with a cover after taking a steel chair to the head
Match Notes: Pulsar was not at all ready for his first ever hardcore match. Splatter roughed him up good, and obliterated him with a steel chair to end the match.


- Tag Team -
Greek Gods vs. Norse Gods
Actagon defeated Lightning with a countout after a flying skullcrusher
Match Notes: Norse Gods got off to a hot start, but the Greek Gods battled back. Actagon knocked Lightning silly with a flying skullcrusher onto the concrete floor. Man-Mountain tried to help him to his feet, but Lightning was severely dazed and could not make it back into the ring. The Greek Gods checked in on Lightning after the match to see if he was OK. Man-Mountain shook both of their hands and helped Lightning exit the arena.


- Cosmic Cage -
Commander Sam vs. Tongsoon
Tongsoon defeated Commander Sam with a flying knee
Match Notes: Tongsoon caught Commander Sam with a surprise flying knee early in the match. Commander Sam didn't see it coming and it caught him flush on the jaw!


- Tag Team -
Titan Power vs. Neptunian Space-Croppers
Lord Nexus defeated Renegade with a TITAN DROP
Match Notes: Lord Nexus pounced early and scored the quick pinfall.


Spike vs. Invincible Krakan
Spike defeated Invincible Krakan by DQ after backwards leg sweep through the announcer's table
Match Notes: Both wrestlers were content to keep the action outside of the ring as much as possible. The referee was lenient, but called for the bell once Spike was put through the announcer's table.


GWF Heavy Metal Championship Match (Titan Death)
Mutant vs. Wolf
Wolf defeated Mutant with a SAVAGE FACE CLAW
Match Notes: Mutant and Wolf delivered one of the most bloody and savage matches in GWF history! Mutant finally submitted to a SAVAGE FACE CLAW and passed out in the ring. He was able to walk out of the ring after being checked out by medical staff. Wolf is the new Galaxian Heavy Metal Champion!

[Grunion]

GWF Showdown - 42
11.01.2088 from Deimos Intergalactic Arena

Ghengis Khan vs. Red Talon
Red Talon defeated Ghengis Khan with a countout after an Andromeda Drop
Match Notes: Red Talon scored the upset after hitting Ghengis Khan with an Andromeda Drop onto the concrete floor. Ghengis Khan cracked his head and could not continue!


- Tag Team -
Neptunian Space-Croppers vs. Royal Family
Renegade defeated Exo-King with a SPINECRACKER
Match Notes: The Spacecroppers made quick work of Royal Family. Exo-King and Killer Queen can't seem to get on the same page and are still looking for their first tag team victory.


- Cosmic Cage -
Commander Sam vs. Executioner
Executioner defeated Commander Sam with a deathjump
Match Notes: Executioner went all out at the opening bell and caught Commander Sam by surprise! Sam was able to kick out of a HEADSMAN GUILLOTINE, but was still woozy and unable to defend himself from the deathjump that followed!


- Titan Death -
Actagon vs. Tongsoon
Tongsoon defeated Actagon with a BATTLE CRY
Match Notes: Tongsoon looked impressive in the victory. Actagon seemed a bit uncomfortable defending against his explosive offense.


Comrade Terror vs. Massif
Massif defeated Comrade Terror with a Massif Power Slam
Match Notes: Massif threw Comrade Terror around like a rag doll for most of the match. His Massif Power Slam at the end of the match actually knocked the ring out of alignment! The ring crew had to perform emergency repairs after the match!


Lord Nexus vs. Mutant
Lord Nexus defeated Mutant with a flying leg scissors
Match Notes: Lord Nexus broke out of two quick TEMPLE GRINDERS and stormed back to dominate the rest of the match.

[Grunion]

Press Conference
Thantos' Personal Gym - Maffei II
November 5, 2088

A small gaggle of press sipped coffee out of paper cups while waiting for Thantos. On the far side of the gym, two young women were sparring in a full size wrestling ring. Thantos did not keep the press waiting long.

"Thank you all for joining me today. I realize Maffei II is a bit out of the way, but logistics made it necessary for me to speak with you here.  As everyone is painfully aware, the GWF has recently made the decision to allow non-wrestlers into the organization. I still consider this to be a grave mistake, but I did not get where I am today by dwelling on the past. As always, I understand my present and look to the future. And quite frankly, it is imperative that the Confederation adapt to the new landscape of the GWF in order to remain the dominant faction of the Federation."

"Over the last two weeks I have told anyone that would listen that we are going to use this drastic and shortsighted change to our advantage. We are going to use this change as a catalyst to shake things up! As good as the Confederation has been, we can be better. The first step in that process has already begun. In the minutes before this press conference began, I electronically submitted contracts to the GWF front office for the first two Confederation non-wrestlers. Since their performance period does not formally begin until January 1st, I felt it more appropriate to conduct this press conference off site."

Thantos smiled and motioned towards a door, "And now it is time to meet the Confedration's first two managers!"

The door opened and two men emerged. The first was a middle aged man. He was fit and lean, and his face was framed by a white Fu-Manchu mustache. He wore purple robes and carried a scepter with him. His expression indicated that he was clearly impressed with himself. He was followed by a man dressed in leather from head to toe, including a mask presumably to hide his identity. His steps were light and effortless and his black cloak seemed to float behind him.

Thantos continued, "First, I would like to introduce the Royal Overlord. He has been charged with managing the Royal Court. He has been charged with assessing the team and has the authority to make any adjustments that he deems necessary. He is joined by Darkos. Darkos will be establishing a new stable for the Confederation. He has been tasked with assessing the entire Confederation roster and identifying those wrestlers that could use a change in training, strategy or scenery to improve their performance so that it matches their potential. I am very excited to add these two men and their talents to the Confederation. We will now take any questions that you may have." 

Question: "Does this mean that Exo-King is no longer the leader of the Royal Court"

Thantos: "That is correct. Exo-King himself expressed deep dissatisfaction with the burden of leadership.  The hiring of Royal Overlord will resolve this hardship for him"

Question: "Royal Overlord, what do you think of the stable that you are inheriting?"

Royal Overlord: "For starters, I think the world of Exo-King and consider him a champion caliber wrestler. I look forward to working closely with him. I have been an admirer of Killer Queen for a long time and consider him one of the most underrated wrestlers in the GWF. I admit I am a bit less familiar with Bishop Hell and Death Knight, but I have been watching tape and will be sitting down with them shortly."

Question: "Darkos, any initial thoughts on who you are going to manage?"

Darkos: "None that I am willing to share."

Question: "Thantos, Will Royal Overlord be replacing Exo-King on the booking committee?"

Thantos: "Exo-King will be replaced. However, we have not made any decisions on his replacement yet."

The press conference continued for another ten minutes, with both managers fielding questions regarding their background and management philosophies.

[Grunion]

GWF Showdown - 43
11.16.2088 from Amazon Arena

- Tag Team -
Norse Gods vs. Beauty & The Beast
Lightning defeated The Creeper by DQ after a Cropper Slam through the announcer's table
Match Notes: Norse Gods got the upper hand early. The Creeper snapped in the middle of the match and threw Lightning outside the ring. He then put Lightning through a table with a Cropper Slam! The ref had no choice disqualify Beauty & The Beast!


- Titan Death -
Splatter vs. Reptillo
Splatter defeated Reptillo with a tombstone piledriver
Match Notes: Splatter picked up a quick victory against Reptillo.


Invincible Krakan vs. Pulsar
Pulsar defeated Invincible Krakan with a WHIRLWIND
Match Notes: Pulsar wrestled the best match of his young career and was a step ahead of Invincible Krakan for the entire match. After the match Pulsar was celebrating. Billy Jo Boxer rushed the ring and motioned to Pulsar to join him in a double deathjump! Invincible Krakan suffered a rib injury and will miss some time.


Billy Jo Boxer vs. Death Knight
Billy Jo Boxer defeated Death Knight with a right jab
Match Notes: Billy Jo Boxer connect with a sizzling right jab and knocked Death Knight out cold!


Thantos vs. Pit Viper
Thantos defeated Pit Viper with a MASTERLOCK
Match Notes: Thantos seemed to be trying to carry a conversation with Pit Viper during the match. Pit Viper wasn't interested in chatting and focused on the match. Pit Viper put up a good fight, but Thantos wore him down.


Wolf vs. Spike
Spike defeated Wolf with a SUPER DESTROYER
Match Notes: Both wrestlers dished out a tremendous amount of punishment. Spike was able to break a SAVAGE FACE CLAW, and Wolf was able to kick out the first SUPER DESTROYER but not the second.


- Fan Interaction -
After his match, Wolf slowly left the ring and made his way to the back of the arena. As he was walking up the aisle, a woman hopped the rail and sprinted past him towards the back. She was followed by a short man wearing a cheap suit with a matching top hat. Out of instinct, Wolf clotheslined the man and he crumpled to the floor in a heap. The woman stopped to watch the incident and Wolf approached her. After a brief conversation she exited to the back with him.

[Grunion]

GWN - Galactic Wrestling News

December 4, 2088

GWF News and Rumors

More details have emerged regarding the incident involving Wolf at Amazon Arena. The woman who hopped the rails got into an altercation with the man in the top hat. He has been identified as Reynard B. Guile, a small time wrestling manager and promoter. After arriving backstage, the woman talked with arena security then both her and Wolf met with Omega. Subsequent to that conversation, a manager's contract for Amazonia was submitted to the league office.  We are hearing from multiple sources that the woman in question has assumed the name Amazonia to protect her identity, and will indeed be joining the GWF effective January 1st.

Reynard B. Guile was interviewed by arena security and released. He subsequently filed a lawsuit against both Wolf and the GWF. The GWF and Mr. Guile have apparently come to terms, with Mr. Guile receiving an undisclosed settlement plus a manager's contract in exchange for him dropping both lawsuits. It is widely believed that he will be part of the Confederation, but there are no details regarding his specific role.

Darkos has been in discussions with Invincible Krakan and Thantos.  There are rumors that he is interested in Executioner and Splatter forming a tag team called Bash and Slash.

Pit Viper and Renegade got into a physical altercation during a training session and Pit Viper is no longer working out with the Space Croppers.

The Royal Overlord has been hard at work even though he not officially under contract. He has signed Mad Jester to a contract, brining the Confederation roster up to their maximum of 20 wrestlers. Not much is known about Mad Jester, but he has a reputation for being a strong technical wrestler, but also a bit of a head case. There are rumors of him being previously incarcerated and/or institutionalized but neither can be substantiated.