A fallen champion...

[gallas]

***Takes place during Takedown***

Gallas stands with a somber face in the ring. With mic in hand, he speaks.

Over 'ze course of 'ze week off in Miami, it pains me to say 'zat our World Heavyweight champion Scott O'Dell was involved in a melee at a Miami club. Several people were injured in 'zis fight, and criminal charges were brought up on Monsieur O'Dell. XWA does NOT condone 'zis behavior from ANY on it's superstars, let alone our World Champion. 'Zis case is currently pending, And Monsieur O'Dell has been ordered to remain in 'ze continental U.S. until 'ze hearing is called.

He takes a deep breathe and continues.

'Zat being said, it comes with great regret to myself AND XWA's Board of Directors, 'zat Scott O'Dell is here by Stripped of 'ze XWA World Title.

The crowd is stunned by this shocking announcement.

Monsieur O'Dell. Please join me in 'ze ring.

He awaits O'Dell's arrival.

[scott]

With his head hung low, A different Scott O'Dell comes to the ring. A beaten Scott O'Dell. He stands before Gallas with the XWA World Title folded under his arm. Gallas hands him the mic so that he may speak.
I want to apologizes to You, Mr. Gallas. To Ms. Blackheart, and you, the XWA fans. I screwed up. I screwed up big. Riding the high of being champion made me think I was above the system, and I'm not. At this point and time, I agree with you, AND the board. I don't deserve to hold this title. Many people backstage may hate me. Many of you fans may hate me. But I do what I do for this business, and for this company. And I'll do EVERYTHING in my power, to have this belt on my shoulder again on day soon.

Following his words, He hand Gallas the mic back first, and then hands him the XWA Title.

[gallas]

Gallas pulls Scott close to him and whispers to him off mic.


I will do all in my power to aid you in 'ze impending legal battle. But from this day on, I will be keeping personal tabs on you. You are 'ze man I invisioned XWA to be. Strong, Bold, and unyielding. I have no doubt you'll be champion again someday, but from 'zis day forth, you must PROVE you are worthy to be 'zat.

[scott]

Scott looks to Gallas and nods. Afterwards, he takes his leave of the ring...

[gallas]

Gallas speaks into the mic, holding the XWA Title in hand.

With this, I am announcing 'zat over the course of 'zis month, and 8 man tournament will be held to decided 'ze new World Heavy champion. Ms. Blackheart and I will begin deliberation on who 'ze Elite 8 shall be following 'ze show. Thank you.

Gallas exits the ring, prepared to bring forth another monumental moment in XWA.

END