TakeDown Pre-Game Special

[Matt Goldman & BuZZ BeRmaN]

Right now, there's a calm inside of the Breslin Center here in East Lansing, Michigan...but in three days time this building will be much more than just the home the Spartans. This will the place that brings in the "new era" of the Xtraordinary Wrestling Association.

Hello, I'm Matt Goldman and welcome to the XWA TakeDown Pre-Game Special. With me as always, my broadcast partner, colleague and newest internet sensation, Buzz Berman. Also joining us later will be the lovely and talented Fabiola Castro backstage.

They love me on the interwebs, don't they? But you hit the nail on the head, Goldie. Three days from now, this building is gonna be packed to the roof with thousands of screaming fans as they witness firsthand the rebirth of one of the greatest wrestling promotions known to man, and boy I gotta say that things are looking good. Reeeeeaaallly good.

Well, like any good book, the XWA has it's conflict. Well documented is the conflict of the front office of this company, but it's resulted in a seeming redefinition of the company. An influx of new talent mixed with experienced veterans look to take things in directions never though possible to go. The "buzz"...no pun intended...surrounding the new season, is feverish.

Throughout this program, we're going to hear from the many faces of the XWA, both old and new, regarding their expectations for the season premiere and beyond. Some of these men and women will be looking to build on their legacy. Others will be looking to create their own, but one thing is certain...the XWA will continue to have it's own brand of conflict, and the fans will no doubt love every second of it.

Absolutely. These guys and girls are among the best of the best at what they do. They don't need quirky little gimmick matches to prove it. They come out here night and night and prove it by what you see in the ring...and what you see is what you get...and what you get is action, pure and simple. I can't wait to see how the new talent stacks up against the vets. It's gonna be an interesting season, no doubt about it.

If the Tribute To The Troops show was any indication, then we're in for a wild ride this season, no doubt about that. Let's head backstage now where Fabiola is standing by with a special guest. Fab?

[Carmella Blackheart]

Thanks, Matt. As you can see behind me, the XWA grounds crew is just now pulling their trucks in to build the new set-up for TakeDown. The communications team is still setting things up as well. Everyone back here is eager with anticipation for the new year, the new season and the seemingly new XWA, and that especially includes my guest at this time, the President of the XWA herself, Ms. Carmella Blackheart.

Nice to see you again, Fabiola. You look great.

You're not looking so bad yourself, boss. So, as most would expect, when you're around it usually means something big is going to happen. Care to enlighten the XWAniverse?

Yes. This was originally going to wait until showtime, but I figured it be best to let all the fans and all the superstars know exactly what's being planned, and what I'm talking about are the re-instated titles of the XWA.

You mean, the Pearl & National Championships?

As well as the vacant Tag Team championship. First, I'll address the Pearl Title, since that was the easiest to figure out. All three titles will be crowned at Madness, but in the case of the Pearl, the principles are all decided. They will be the three non-titleholding winners of the Diamond matches at the Tribute show...

Kimberly Angelos...

Sonya Robbins...

& Marisol Cardinale...

in a Triple Threat match.

That's going to be one hell of a match. All three ladies had good showings at T4.

Which is why I'm confident that any one of them will be a capable Pearl Champion. In Sonya's case of course, she's held the title before...so it's going to be a golden opportunity, no pun intended.

Now regarding the Tag Team and National Titles...that's going to be a little trickier to figure out. For the Tag Titles, we're going to have a mini-tournament. Two teams that week will face off, and two more teams will the next week. The winners will meet at Madness to crown new Tag Champions.

Who those teams are going to be? I'm leaving that up to the roster itself to decide. Could it be longstanding allies? Bitter rivals? We'll just have to wait and see.

And what about the National Title then?

That's going to be a little different. That's the reason why I'm here. The first two TakeDown shows, I'll be in attendance. Watching. Observing. The 4 or 6 men who impress me the most will be selected to take part in the battle royal at Madness to determine the next man to carry the illustrious National Championship.

Wow. Ms. Blackheart, you just single-handedly made this first month of the season even more special.

Well, you know Fab...I'm just doing my job. ;D

Well, I thank you for taking the time to let us know what's going to go down.

My pleasure.

Guys, the boss lady has pretty much set the stage, before the crew could actually set the stage up! Back to you...

[Mr. Smith]

Goldman: Thanks, Fab. And now we introduce our first guest for the evening. A man who's created a lot of buzz in the wrestling industry in a very short amount of time. Please welcome live via satellite from his offices in New York City, John Smith. Thanks for joining us tonight, John.

It's a pleasure to address the public any day, Goldman.

Goldman: I'll start with an obvious question then. Did you expect to get such a reaction from the XWAniverse as you have?

The people know a good thing when they see it, and I Matthew am a good thing. A very...good thing. I've said it before and I'll say it again, John Smith is exactly what this business needed, when it needed it. Does that answer your question?

Buzz: So then you're aware of the growing number of people who wanna beat the crap out of you?

Does violence solve anything, Mr. Berman? Not if it's senseless...and any act of violence against me solely on the grounds that I am the true voice of the people, even if I say what they don't want to hear...is senseless. Furthermore, it will not be met without swift and punishing resistance. I'm more than just a man of integrity, I am in a fact a world class athlete and a ruthless competitor, as any man who chooses to step in the ring with me will find out.

Goldman: So then, it's proposed that you're going to be in a match at the premiere against fellow XWA newcomer Kenji Katana. Which are we going to see there, the world class athlete or the ruthless competitor?

In business, as in life, as in wrestling, you've got to roll with the punches and deal with the cards you're dealt. That being said, I'll have an answer for whatever Mr. Katana decides he wants to do. In fact, I'll make a patented John Smith "Bet Your Bottom Dollar" guarantee that our match is going to filled with some un-pleasant surprises for my opponent.

Goldman: Beyond the premiere show, what is John Smith's long term goals within the XWA? What have you set out to achieve here?

Exactly what I said I would from the very beginning. To become the man who injects integrity back into this industry. The time of the trash-talking, young cocky blabbermouth is over and done, ladies and gentlemen. This business is going back to a place where it can be respected, and I will be the man to bring it there.

If I may also address something, earlier Carmella Blackheart laid down the law so to speak regarding the National Title. Now, if there's an opportunity with my name written on it, that would be it. The XWA National Title is a belt to my knowledge with the utmost prestige. What better man to be the first in a year to hold it than the wrestler who exudes the utmost prestige? My holding that championship would be a fine first step towards making this great business even greater.

Can you imagine the possibilities? John Smith, National Champion. No, that would make me John Smith...The Pride Of A Nation. As I said before, just what the business, dare I say the entire world needs, at just the right time.

I know that Carmella will be watching quite intently these next few weeks, but from one business savvy figure to another, one of your selections...should be quite obvious.

Goldman: Is there anything you want to say to the people before we let you go?

As a matter of fact there is...

Buzz: What a surprise.

...and it's somewhat addressed to you as well, Buzz. If that's your real name. You say in your blog that I'm the new man that everyone loves to hate. But why? Why would anyone hate a man who stands for all that's good and right and wonderful about this great country of ours?

You're all only upset because the things I've said about you...is true. I've taken a big, fat mirror and stuck it in the face of a country to tell them all that they are a shadow of their former glory, and they hate me for it? As a man of integrity as I am...I would never say anything to anyone unless it was the truth. But you have nothing to worry about America, because I...John Smith...THE John Smith, will continue to guide you in the right direction. I will continue to be the shining example of what a great American hero really is. Why?

Because I can. Yes. I. Can.

Before it's all said and done, the world will know that this country it built on the ideas and ideals of Truth, Justice...







...and Smith.

Thank you.

Goldman: And thank you John Smith, for a very "spirited" discussion. Buzz, what's your take on the man?

Buzz: He's con artist. He thinks he's this "great American hero" when we all know he's just another suit who's only gonna be out of one thing...himself! I can't throw him very far, I'm not that big...but I still don't trust him!

Goldman: Well, high expectations spoken by him, and equally talked about that he's capable of reaching. We'll just have to see if his actions are as strong as his words. We'll be right back with more of the XWA TakeDown Pre-Game Special after this word from our sponsor.

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[Jamie Fury]

Goldman: Welcome back to the TakeDown Pre-Game Special, and right now we have a very special guest with us. She is the current, reigning XWA Diamond Champion, and some...many in fact regard her as being the best female wrestler in the business today. Ladies and gentlemen, Jamie Fury. Welcome to the show, Ms. Champion.

Glad to be here guys.

Buzz: Well, let's get into it by asking you about what everyone's been saying...including myself, about you being the best in the business today. That's something that's been shot out of just about anyone's mouth who thinks anyone cares, but what do you think? You believe you've earned the moniker?

Before I answer that, you both know that I'm not cocky or arrogant about anything. I pride myself on being 100% real in everything that I say. I am a 3-time Diamond Champion. I've won some of the toughest matches any woman can be in. I've been the woman that everyone has talked about as being a new breed of female wrestler, because I'm not just all power, but a total package.

That being said, I believe in myself. I go by what I feel in my own heart, not what people say, and not what I say to people because it's not what I think or say that matters the most. It's what I do, and what I've done...that's enough for me. That's all the satisfaction I need.

Buzz: I'm gonna keep on praising all you've done and all you do, because it's what's setting the standard for all of women's wrestling, not just the Diamond Division. The torch has been passed down to you, and you're carrying it high and "mighty".

Well, thanks Buzz. I'd be lying if I said I didn't appreciate the support from everyone who's given it. It does mean a whole lot.

Goldman: Well, let me ask about something then that's been kind of brewing around from last season. A lot of people people believed that a rematch between you and Sonya Robbins was bound to happen, maybe even to start the season, but as you know now, Sonya's going to be vying for a possible second Pearl Title. That leaves you in the position of not having a #1 contender for your title. Is there anyone in the Diamond Division you believe deserves the chance to face you at Madness for the title?

I think that's actually a pretty long long list. Old or new, anyone can seize the moment and rise to heights they didn't think possible. Personally, there are a few specific people I'd like to face, but we have to see how the pieces in the puzzle fit themselves together first. We're still a long way off from Madness, and you two should be pretty familiar with anything being possible.

Buzz: Absolutely.

Goldman: Now, it's been documented that you've been working with Japanese newcomer Justice Asuka. Can you tell us anything about what you've been doing with her?

Oh, nothing much really. Our friendship now is more social than professional. Like I said before, she's got the talent and the skills to be able to hold her own against the rest of the pack. If they didn't think she was good, she wouldn't be here.

Personally, I really like her. She's a very down-to-earth person. I think the fans are really going to take to her quickly. Doesn't help that she's pretty cute too, but you should never judge a book by it's cover. Under her skin is the spirit of a tiger.

Buzz: So what do you think about Titanisha then? All of the sudden you're not the only big girl in the playground anymore. How's that feel?

Well, I was in the ring with her already, and I proved that it doesn't matter how big they are, they're never overpowering.

Goldman: Tell us about the attack that took place backstage. It eluded people's knowledge up until we received word of it from the front office after getting a report filed from doctors and a statement by Hayley Joans to the EMTs. What happened at the Tribute show?

To put it simply, Titanisha attacked me from behind backstage. Apparently she's a woman who has a mission to try and do damage to the rest of the Diamond roster, and she targeted me first. That was a big mistake on her part because I can take whatever she throws and throw it back twice as hard.

Yes, I'm saying it so you don't need to ask. One of these days, she will see me and we'll see if she's as good when we're face-to-face as when I'm not looking.

Goldman: We asked this earlier to John Smith. What are your own personal goals or expectations for this upcoming season?

I'll answer that in three parts. For the XWA, I see the company proving yet again why it is the preeminent wrestling promotion in the world...with the best fans in the world and a roster of men and women who are going to go out there and do special things.

For the Diamond Division, I see a group of women who are all strong, sexy and serious about what they do and what they want. We all indeed define what a "Diamond" is. Nothing and nobody is stronger or more beautiful, and we shine brightest. It's not just a nickname. It's who we are...and it will be proven again as it always has been.

And then for me, my goal is to continue to become better than I am. To continue to be a proud, fighting champion and to be a woman who's remembered as not a "pioneer" or anything special like that. Just simply put one of the best wrestlers of any gender to lace 'em up. I've been writing myself into the history books since I set foot in this company and I'm looking forward to starting the next chapter.

Buzz: Well, you can be as modest as you wanna be about being regarded as the greatest female wrestler in the world, but one things clear and nobody can deny it, not even you...that you are the greatest Diamond Champion of all time. Every woman who holds that title now is gonna be following the legacy that you've bestowed on it.

Buzz, you're making me blush. I guess that can't be denied though. Like I said before though, I go with my heart. That's all that matters to me, and it's only brought me good things in my career.

Goldman: Anything in closing you have to say to the fans?

Just keep on doing what you do everyone. You're the ones who're the reason that people like me make a living doing this thing we call wrestling. Without you all, it's meaningless. Come on out and cheer us, boo us, whatever you want to do. It's your right, it's your choice, but it is and always will be our privilege to give you reason to cheer or boo.

Buzz: Thanks, Jamie...good luck to you this season.

Thanks again guys. See you later!

[Justice Asuka]

Fabiola: "I was watching the ring crew set up the famous Takedown ring, when my eyes caught a young woman hopping on to the apron with a wrench about the size of my arm. She walked around to each corner and tightened the ropes that hold the ring together, and let so many of our wrestlers fly. It was obvious it wasn’t her first time on a ring crew as she was quick, efficient and most importantly careful. She checked the rope tension at least 20 times each to make sure they were as close to perfect as a human being could achieve. It was only when she took off her black, XWA baseball cap that I realized that I had been watching XWA’s newest acquisition from Japan. Justice Asuka, come over here please."

Justice entered the frame dressed just as Fabiola had described her, like a member of the ring crew. Beads of perspiration dotted her forehead before she used the back of a borrowed work glove to wipe them away. There was color in her cheeks from the physical job, but she smiled at Fabiola.

Fabiola: “Justice? What were just doing down there?”

“I was helping set up the ring. It’s kind of a habit. Back home we didn’t have a ring crew. We had to do it by ourselves. It’s a great warm-up, and you get to check the ring out. Every night the ring is a little different. You really need to get in there and work it a little bit.”

She looked back over her shoulder and put her hat back on.

“XWA has a really great ring. It’s a lot bigger than the one we use back home. The ropes are really tightly hung. I love it.”

Fabiola seemed slightly impressed with Justice’s blue collar knowledge.

Fabiola: “How long have you been setting up rings, Justice?”

“All of my life, I guess. My father is a referee back home. It has put rice in our bowl since I can remember. But that’s about it. It’s nothing like XWA. Everything and everyone is so big here. I don’t think it’s same business at all.”

That much was true. She thought she had been a professional wrestler before. She didn’t know what she was doing here. It was much more than professional wrestling, that much was for sure.

Fabiola: “Speaking of big, we talked to your friend and mentor Jamie Fury earlier. You’ve made some impressive friends, Justice.”

Justice smiled bigger, and nodded.

“I wouldn’t be here without Jamie. I was really homesick and depressed when I first came here. I really thought about flying back home. But then I met Jamie. She took me in, showed me around and gave me food! ”

Obviously Justice loved food, you could hear it in her voice and see it in her eyes.

“She also helped me start working on my upper body. Really, she has helped me with everything. I owe her much for all of kindness. Many of the Diamonds have been kind to me: Amber, Manami and Ms. Blackheart too. I have a lot of reason to do my best. It’s the only way I can pay back all the wonderful people I have met.”

Fabiola: “Is that why you are fighting Titanisha tonight?”

Justice grimaced a little, her secret was out now.

“That’s one reason. Jamie Fury is my friend, but she is also a good person. She did not deserve to be attacked from behind. The only message that sends is that Titanisha is alone, a bully and a coward.”

Justice looks out from beneath the visor of her cap and directly into the camera. The cameraman tightens the shot as well.

“My entire life I’ve had to watch people like her do whatever they want because no one would stand up to them. Nobody would join together and drive them back to the lonely place they come from.”

Justice’s voice raised, and she pointed emphasis on the words that needed it.

“Titanisha, Jamie Fury is not alone and I’m joining her to send you a message. You want to attack people from behind? Then the only time to deal with you is right now. You claim to have worked in Japan. But it’s obvious you didn’t learn anything while you were there. You want attention? You want to fight the best? You get in front of them and you say it to their face. That’s what I did. This match isn’t karma. I went to Ms. Blackheart and asked for the chance to remind you the lessons of Japan. Titanisha. I promise you will remember Japan very clearly tonight.”

The famous Japanese Fighting Spirit obviously burned in Justice just as much as her predecessors. Her entire being had been changed as she spoke to her nights opponent. She was lost, naive and simple outside of the ring in New York. Maybe that was because she had spent her entire life inside of it, and inside of it she was none of those things. She was ring smart, brave and knew exactly where she stood inside the squared circle. Even Fabiola was taken aback by the change.

Fabiola: “Strong words from the woman Jamie Fury called a Hidden Tiger. But what will the future call you Justice?”

Justice took a deep breath, her heart was beating strong.

“I brought everything I have to the XWA, and I have promised Ms. Blackheart that I will bring that to the ring every night, win or lose. I will stand with anyone against people like Titanisha, Lilith and Varetta or I will stand by myself.”

Justice remember her meeting with Ms. Blackheart, and decided to use her words to finish.

“I am Justice Asuka, and I am bringing justice with me.”

[Tha Nightmare 187]

Buzz: "Look who we have here, Goldie. A man that everyone knows. Ya love him. Ya hate him. Ya can't live without him. It's the legendary Infamous 187. Thanks for joining us, 187."

"Whattup, Buzz? Goldman?"

Buzz: "You planning on going 'Dragon' slaying tonight?"

"Hahahaha. Oh, you know how much I would love to pick up a 'Katana' and go 'Dragon' slaying. Mount the head up on my wall. So, every time I get up in the morning, I see the poor, little lizard's last expression of fear on his face before I finished him off. But no. Unfortunately, I won't be able to do that. Katana has decided to duck me... again. He decided to avoid facing his true problem by going after Smith again. But... Ya know. A coward is as a coward does. Hopefully there will be something left of ol' Dragon Boy after Smith decimates him."

Goldman: "What are your 'other plans' for tonight?"

"Now... Why would I go and ruin all the fun? It's like someone who spoils the ending of a really good movie. It just screws it up for everyone. Ya know? I'm not one of those cheap movie villains who starts monologuing my plans before I execute them... Just for some jackass to come along and foil my plans. You'll have to just wait and see like everybody else."

Buzz: "You don't plan on going after John Smith yourself? A little payback for what happened at Tribute to the Troops?"

"There's a time and a place for everything, Buzz. Right now? My main focus is on Katana. Smith? I haven't the slightest clue why he's even still involved in mine and Katana's issue. It's a personal problem. And Katana just involved some guy who has nothing to do with our situation."

Goldman: "The rumor mill has it that you'll be accompanying John Smith at his match tonight with Kenji Katana. Is there any truth to that?"

"I suppose there is some truth to that to some extent. Smith came to me with the proposition to make sure Katana doesn't pick the coward's way out again and have one of those flunkies of his come to the ring or whatever other people he's allied himself with to protect him from me. I agreed just for the simple fact I couldn't pass up the opportunity to really stick it to Katana. He's been ducking and dodging me for so long. And I can't help but feel like it's my job to make sure Katana's life is a living Hell."

Buzz: "Sounds good. Someone's got to shut that big mouth of his up."

Goldman: "Guess we can assume that you're an Infamous 187 fan, eh?"

Buzz: "You know it. I've been following the man's career since he first came into the business with a vengeance. I'd love nothing more than to watch 187 demolish Katana the next time he gets a chance."

"You know I just do what I do best. Hahahaha."

Goldman: "What does the future hold for Tha Infamous 187? You have any long term goals? Things you'd like to achieve this season? Things you'd like to do in XWA?"

"Well, the obvious is on the top of my agenda. The complete annihilation of Kenji Katana physically, emotionally, spiritually, and psychologically. This has been a long time coming and I'm going to guaran-damn-tee that to serve the coldest dish of revenge that has ever been prepared. Those who know me on a personal level knows what I've been through and know the long road that's led me to this point. Katana happens to be a big part of that. And I ain't leaving this city until he pays for what he's done... in blood. I'll deal with Smith when the time is right. He's not so much of a priority. Beyond that? Meh, if gold comes my way... I won't deny it. If some other chump wants to get in my face and talk all the trash he wants... I won't hesitate to slap the taste out of their mouth. That goes for everyone on the Superstar roster. You know me.You know what I'm capable of. And for those of you who don't? You'll be in for a rude awakening. Count on it. I don't have anything planned out in particular. Ya know? I'm new to the company. I know XWA has been around for a long time and this is my first time stepping foot here. I ain't going to ask for no hand-outs or favors because of who I am. People know who I am. They know what I'm about. And you can bet your ass that I'm going to continue to work make way up the ladder. So, I'm just going to wait and see what happens."

Goldman: "Sounds good. Is there anything else you'd like to say to the fans?"

"Like I said in the past... Without the fans, there wouldn't be a me to speak of. I've had such a warm welcome everywhere I go. I'm surprised the people aren't tired of me yet. Hahaha. But... Ya know what? You think you've seen what Tha Infamous 187 is all about by now? You ain't seen nothing yet."

Goldman: "Thanks for your time, 187."

Buzz: "Get 'em, Murda!"

"Hahahaha. I'll catch ya on the flipside."

[Μyster Controversy™]

Goldman: Fans, welcome back to the Takedown Pre-Game show. All night we've been hearing from several of XWA's finest superstars. Right now, I'd like to introduce to you our 2008 Combatant Xtraordinaire. He is BACK... ladies & gentleman. The one. The only. Genesis!

*Genesis walks in with a confident smile. As he rubs his hands together, then adjusts the glove on his right hand. As Goldman continues*

Goldman: Now that you're back, Genesis. After hearing all that was said tonight by Ms. Blackheart. What do you have to say about the situation at hand?

Aw yes! The search for the next XWA National Champion. My oh my! Exciting isn't it? Well, look over the history books kiddies. I've been there before. I have been a former National Champion. So to cut to the chase? I'll gladly throw my name into the hat to become a champion once again.

But lets move on to something else like...

Goldman: Well, speaking of which. I don't mean to cut you off, Gen. But I have a question that needs to be answered. When we last saw you. You & 187 were having a bit of a confrontation. Out of that, you spoke of a person, and/or a group of people coming to XWA. Care to elaborate on this?

You'd love for me to do that, wouldn't you Matt? As a broadcast journalist. You would LOVE to be the person to spill the beans first before anyone else could get there grubby hands on the truth. Fact is, your not getting anything from me tonight but this. The person, and/or people I speak of. There here, Matt. There watching. There waiting. Watching & Waiting for the right moment to reveal themselves. And when that happens? Hmph! I wouldn't wanna be in your shoes. Tis all I gotta say.

Goldman: Intresting... now then, back to the matter hand. With the season kicking off. I know that from a recent radio interview. You mentioned a few names off the roster you were interested in taking on. Has this list of names changed? Has anyone else been added or subtracted as of late?

The list is the same. Fact of the matter is. Everybody on the XWA roster is on my list. Its simple as mind over matter my friend. I don't mind, because they don't matter at all. At the end of the day. Its all about me! I figure after three years of stomping around in the XWA woods. You'd know this by now! But nonetheless, lets just say I have no one in particular that I'd like to destroy first. But whomever is the first man? Whether that'd be Adrian/187, Mr. Smith, Kenji, Robby Sylk, Kayn, it doesn't matter. NONE of them... are as big as Genesis, got it?

Goldman: Well, Gen. I understand we're about to take a short break here in a matter of minutes. Have any final comments?

Yeah, actually there is Matthew. When I do become your new National Champion. When I have the whole world rioting, screaming & yelling. When I have the entire XWAnniverse down to there knee's. Bowing down to there one, and only 'King', that is Myster Controversy? You will have no other alternative but to...

Learn to live with it!

Learn to LOVE IT!

Gen. walks away from Matt and the camera crew. Ending his scene & his 'bid', if you will, to enter the National Championship Tournament.

[Marisol Cardinale]

Goldman: We're back with more of the XWA Pre-Game Special, and right now we have on the phone...on a plane heading here from Japan as we speak...one of the women who we now know will be competing for the re-instated Pearl Championship, Marisol Cardinale. Mari, welcome.

Gracias.

Goldman: You've been one of those superstars who've been relatively quiet this offseason. What exactly have you been up to?

I've spent the last four months in Japan not only training, but competing as well. I was in View Japan Pro Wrestling, doing PR work for XWA as well as working with my mentor Tadako Anenokoji.

Buzz: Of course...one of the legends of Puro Joshi in Japan. Lots of fans should be familiar with her that follow wrestling in Japan.

Yes. We agreed that the best training for me would be to work within the style for a while, in real time. It's made me even more ready for what the XWA will throw in my direction than I've ever been.

Buzz: Well for starters, it's throwing a title match in your direction!

Goldman: Let's talk about that for a moment, Mari. This is another chance for you to capture your first career singles title. People have dubbed your plight as a "curse", do you believe it to be the case?

No. I've been fortunate to have had as many chances to compete for championships as I have. I have been good enough to challenge, but in my opinion I wasn't good enough to win them. It's not fate, it's not a curse, it's all within me. I believe I'm capable enough now to be able to overcome that. We are after all out own greatest opponent in everything we do. As great of opponents as Sonya Robbins and Kimberly Angelos will be, that's the one who I must face and overcome the most...myself.

Goldman: Is there anything else you're looking forward to this season?

Getting back together with i~mi amigas~!


Buzz: That would of course be the rest of the Sensationals. Looks like there might be one more addition to that group eventually.

You never know. Jamie has told me a lot of about Justice~san. I can't wait to meet her, in person as well as in the ring. We've all been out doing what we've had to do to get ready for the season, but I'll let you in on this kind of pact we've agreed on. If the circumstances lead any of us to have to face each other in the ring, we will not back out. It's the spirit of competition. May the best woman win.

Goldman: Well, we've seen that before when you faced Jamie Fury at XG3, and that was a very good match.

I've grown a lot since then though. I'm smarter now. Faster. Stronger than I've ever been. I'd say that I'm in the best shape of my life, and I can't wait to show everyone.

Goldman: You've got a whole lot to be excited about, and a lot to look forward too. Mari, thank you for your time...and good luck.

i~Muchas Gracias~! Te veré en el Premiere Mostrar todos! Los amo a todos!
(Thank you very much! I'll see you at the Premiere Show everyone! Love you all!)

Goldman: So what's your take on Marisol this coming season then, partner?

Buzz: Well, I said it about one of her opponents at Madness and boy was I right then...she's gonna have a breakout season this year. I've seen what she can do from her matches in View Japan, nothing like I've ever seen a woman do before. She's a full fledged luchadora now, all she's missing is a mask! Mari's gonna be fun to watch...and man, what a sexy voice. ;D

Goldman: Alright, calm down.

[Michael Embers]

Goldman: And joining us on the phone this evening is a new comer to not only XWA, but the sport of professional wrestling, Michael Embers.

Thanks, Goldman. I can't wait to climb into that ring and show these people what I'm all about.

Goldman: You're pretty new to the scene getting a fairly big chance to not only work for XWA, but maybe even make an entrance into the National Title scene. You gotta be excited about that.

Without a doubt. I've considered XWA in some ways to be the land of the giants, where the biggest come to duke it out. It certainly presents a unique challenge for someone like me.

Goldman: I don't know if I've heard XWA described like that, but as you pointed out you're definitely not one of the bigger guys here. You have to be nervous at the idea of facing guys like Magnus, Terra, and others.

Not at all. I say bring them on. I'll look them in the eye even if I need a ladder to do so. You want to be the best you have to stand in that ring with the best of them. They may be bigger than me, but I'll stand in that ring without a moments of hesitation to show them what I'm about.

Buzz: Pretty big words from someone so small.

Takes big words and big actions to be successful in this line of work and win, lose, draw, I don't care what. I will do whatever it takes to leave a mark on the fans and my opponents. If I have to go toe to toe with Terra, Magnus, 187, and Genesis at the same time then so be it.

Goldman: Some people might take your courage and words as an insult or disrespect. Any final comments to those who might dislike your comments?

You got a problem with what I say, then shut me up. Like I said, I'll meet anyone in that ring in any sort of match. But I refuse to be just brushed to the side even if I have to do some uncalled for things to get the attention. After all, you gotta risk it to get the biscuit.

Goldman: Thank you for joining us Embers. It sounds like people will have to keep their eye on you or you'll blindside them. Figuratively of course.

Buzz: Sounds like someone trying to bite off more than they can chew. The guy looks like a twig compared to most guys and like a tooth pick to someone like Terra or Magnus.

[Lilith]

Goldman: It seems we have a good amount of Superstars and Diamonds coming in on the late-night flights this weekend ladies and gentleman, because with us now via satellite phone is 'The One & Only Lili'-

Buzz: Oh wow, really? You're going to have a 'special' introduction for an interview? That's usually reserved for people who have you know EARNED IT.

Goldman: Hey hey how about we keep the Internet war-

If it isn't my little friend Buzzy-Boy. Have you managed to suck up with the older and less talented Diamonds enough so you can watch them change yet Buzzy?

Goldman: You know this is supposed to be profess-

Buzz: No no I'm fine Goldman I'm fine. Yes, let's keep this on a professional tone shall we? So, speaking purely from a professional stand point Lilith;
Have you had someone write a living-will for when your mouth gets caught by everyone's boots?

Goldman: Dude... ease up off of this whole thing-

It's funny you should mention that Buzzy. That just goes back to evvvvverybody thinking Hayley is some sort of 'special girl'. Along with the likes of Fury. I heard the nice little lapdog patsy run around you two did with her too. That was nice. Very 'professional'.

Goldman: Now with all do respect Lilith, Jamie Fury has earned that level of admiration in this business.

And you're saying I haven't, Mr. Goldman?

Goldman: That's not QUITE what I was-

Buzz: No that's what -I'M- saying.

Goldman: Okay okay we get it, ladies and gentlemen. I apologize on behalf of my colleague Buzz Berman-

Buzz: Why are you apologizing for ME? You should be apologizing for Little Miss Princess on the line and her attitude.

I've been in this business just as long as Hayley. And depending on who you ask, longer than Fury. I've done various things worthy of respect. It' not my fault the 'fans' have chosen to boot-lick people who're less worthy of it than myself.

Buzz: And that's your problem right there Lilith. You think the fans owe YOU. You have a misunderstanding in how this business works. The fans MADE, YOU. If it wasn't for the fans no Superstar, no Diamond, no wrestler anywhere... none of you would be where you are today. You want to know why I have a problem with you Lilith? It's because for all of the money you can bring in, for all of the seats you can fill. You treat the people like they're nothing. That tried and true phrase of yours involving them as 'Insects'.

If you have no respect for the business, get out of it.

Goldman: Some strong words there from my broadcast colleague... if you don't mind Lilith. I actually do have some questions here-

If it's nothing more than your demented form of Scrabble word-play you can forget it Goldman.

Goldman: No no. Just some questions about your ambitions and the like for this coming inaugural season of XWA. You.. obviously, have a 'way' with people. As eluded to in previous weeks, there has been some verbal warfare waged between yourself and various other people via blogs. People such as fellow Diamond and from all looks, future opponent at the premiere; Hayley Jonas.

There was also some... confrontation, between yourself and XWA Newcomer Kenji Katana. Who has already made intentions clear involving Tha Infamous 187. Who.. has been documented to have a connection to you-

Buzz: I'm a huge 1-8-7 fan. It was a joy to have him on earlier, but for the love of all things Holy, good and on-sale I have no idea why he was ever involved with you.

Oh that's cute. Seven seems to have a cult following. I love the hypocrisy. Don't get me wrong, I'm on good terms with Seven. But he and I are not very different at our cores. Yet I am treated like some 'stuck-up Princess' while he is treated as 'The Man'. I wonder if that's some simple sexism on your behalf Buzzy-Boy? Or is it you just can't stand being around Women who don't bow down at a Man's feet like it was the 1940's?

Buzz: From what I've heard you're quite good at 'bowing' in-front of som-

Goldman: Okay!.. We've gotten off track a little again. As I was saying, you seem to have almost been... trying, to make enemies since you signed with the company late last year. Is there a specific reason for this?

Buzz: He's asking if you have a method to your madness or if you really ARE just bat-shit crazy.

Goldman: Dude!

Haha... ahhhh.. that's not my fault Goldman. I have a heart. I am a human being. It's lodged in my chest. I have a heart I swear I do... just..

Not when it comes to any of you.

I disrespect the 'fans' do I... that's amusing. I GRACE the fans with my presence. I have for years. And I plan on doing so again. Yet I'm labeled as a 'bad-guy'? Interesting. Yes. It seems I'll have to do your job FOR YOU Buzzy, and essentially conduct this abortion of an interview on my own-

Goldman: Ah.. I don't know if you can use that word on air.

What word? Abortion? Please. 'It's my body it's my choice'. Bite off with it. As I was saying-

Buzz: .. And you wonder why I don't like this chick?

- Hayley and I have a unique past. One that's far more important than any little match of pride or ego. She, and you Buzzy-Boy. Can lash out all you like with your fancy little blogs. And Katana and his props can bark scream kick and yell for all the attention in the World. But none of you, will stop the inevitable. I am not one of the 'ordinary' Diamonds in this company. In this industry. I am not one of the sad little Women who goes out there and panders to the 'fans'.

I don't stay backstage and hide from the limelight because I'm 'waiting for the right moment'. And contrary to what you may believe Buzz, I do not randomly slew out insults without the ability to solidify them as legitimate THREATS. I came to XWA for my own reasons. My own goals. And they do not include 'fame and fortune'.

I already HAVE that.

Goldman: Yes I have to say you're definitely a name most everyone recognizes-

Buzz: The term 'for better or worse' comes to mind.

Goldman: Ahem. There was a couple more questions... ah.. yes. According to the war of words going on, it seems you have a... 'interest' in Amber Gianni. What can you tell us about that exactly?

Nothing.

Goldman: Um, sorry what?

It's my and Amber's business. It's not something the likes of you two should know.

Buzz: Now what a cotton-picking minute! You go on the INTERNET and stream off random insanely creepy and DISTURBING lines about how you will 'have her' and 'obtain' her-

Goldman: ... Did you just say cotton-picking minute?

Buzz: - Don't interrupt me!

Sigh... you two can barely do your jobs right. Let me make this simple. This is SUPPOSED to be an interview. And yet due to the very person I AM, and my ability my... 'way' with people as it were. It's degraded itself into little more than a cluster-fuck yes? You asked if there was a..

'Method to my Madness'

I think you two have proved it quite well enough don't you?

Goldman: ... That is..

Buzz: ... I hate this chick.

Goldman: Ah... before you go Lilith. There seems to be another roster member generating as much well, if you don't mind me saying so, 'Negative Hype' as you..

Oh no I don't mind. I take that as quite the achievement.

Buzz: Yeah you would..

Goldman: A.. hem. Yes, Tyson Terra.. has been surrounded by forms of media every which way but up. And barely been.. television period. And of course..

You mean.. ... And Smith. Yes?

Buzz: Oh now she's just reaching..

Goldman: Yes. Both Tyson Terra and John Smith seem to be garnering similar levels of.. negativity, as you are. What are your thoughts on those two particular Superstars?

I haven't met Mr. Smith yet. I look forward to that personally. Especially since at least for the moment, it seems like he and Seven are on footing not equating to killing one another. As for Mr. Terra.. I enjoyed his company the other evening. He is quite the... interesting man.

Buzz: 'Enjoyed his company'? Oh swell. Here she goes again folks. At this point we're going to need to lock a chas-

Goldman: Ahem! What.. exactly do you mean by that Lilith.

That, is for you to discern. Rumors are ugly things. As for myself? We will be landing shortly. And frankly, I've grown tired of wasting my breath on this inexcusable example of poor sportsmanship. One last thing, Buzzy-Boy?

If you keep yapping that trap of yours, I'm going to snap it off.

Buzz: I'm going to REVEL the moment Hayl-... dude. She hung up. The bitch hung up on me!

Goldman: Buzz, Buzz calm down! Ah... we'll be right back with more from the.. -Buzz! Stop slamming the phone!- ... Superstars and Diamonds of XWA after these messages.. -Buzz put the monitor down!!-



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[Syrus The Entertainer]

Fabiola: Welcome back to the TakeDown Pre-Game Special, and right now I'm joined by one of the XWA's most popular superstars. The one and only Syrus The Entertainer.

Syrus walks into the view of the camera, donning a stylishly pimpin' purple business suit & shirt with a white tie that made him stick out like a sore thumb. Everyone with HDTV had better put on shades.

You forgot the best lookin'.

Fab: Well, nobody's got your...how you say...unique...sense of style, Syrus. I'll give you that.

One fine day, momma and daddy Sykes said to themselves, let's give this world the greatest entertainer on the planet. A man who will shock and awe, amuse and enthrall. And 9 months later, the baby that would grow up to become THE Most Interesting Wrestler In The World...was born!

Fast forward to 2011, and yes Fabiola...nobody does it like I do it. I don't just electrify, I mistify! I befuddle the mind with sheer, raw, pure, unmitigated awesomeness! Smith thinks he's The Pride Of A Nation? Well, I'm a National Treasure! I got a call from Obama the other day and he said, "Syrus? When you gonna give me back my Isley Brothers records?"

Hang on Prez, I got you dog!

Fabiola could help but chuckle at the man's random hilarity.

Fab: Let's get a little serious for a moment Syrus. We learned that you were the one who found Robby Sylk after he was apparently assaulted at XGAMES4. Have you heard any word from him?

Not a peep, but I know he's gettin' better. You might not know this, but Sylk and I came up together in the indies. We might have our differences, but what whoever did that to him did was wrong. That's jeopardizing a man's career. Takin' food off his table. That's not right, and I know for damn sure that if I found out who's responsible, I'm gonna have something to say about it myself...directly, if you can the dig that.

Fab: Well, of course all our thoughts go out to him and we wish him a speedy recovery. Getting back to you though, you can pretty much go anywhere you want this season. The National Championship, the World Title of course, possibly a renewal of your rivalry with Magnus Von Schwartz for the Pure Championship? Any idea what STE's going to be doing this season?

Whatever STE's got to do. Whatever STE's PURPLE PEOPLE want him to do. Sky's the limit Fabby, I'm not looking at one thing, I'm looking at all things. Whatever it is you see me doing though, you know it's gonna be something special. I'm like B.o.B., I got the magic in me...everything I touch turns to...purple!

Fab: I've always wanted to ask you this, speaking of which. What is it with you and the color purple?

Purple, as you may or may not know, is a color of royalty. Only king and queens wore it at one point in history, and I do see myself as being something of royalty in the game. Me momma would say I'm a royal pain though. Ha-Haaaaaa!!!

But you know what it really represents for me though? Originality. Being someone who does what he does differently. Colorfully. I do everything colorfully, right down to what I wear. Everyone does black. Everyone does white. Everyone does red, blue, green. Only one does purple.

Why? Because I can! Yes. I. Can. And Yes. I. Did. Do. That.

It's all about standing out in the crowd and celebrating your own originality, that's the whole story, shorty-wop!

Fab: That could certainly explain why you're such a hit with the XWAniverse.

That and the fact that when it gets down to the gettin' down, I get dowwwwnnnnnnnnn-ahhhh! Don't think I can't lay down the smack on a sucka, cuz that's a mistake that many men, many-many-many-many men...have made. I didn't win the World Title by luck...and I didn't keep it by lucky lucky either.

Fab: Well before I let you go. Any preseason predictions? Anyone catch your eye from what you've seen?

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[Kenji Katana]

Goldman: And we're back, and with us right now we have one of the only men, who can stir up as much trouble as Tyson Terra and John Smith can-
Buzz: Pssh, there's gonna be some 'trouble' started when Smith kicks his ass at the season premier-

Fuck you Buzz. Goldman, it's nice to be here. It'd be better if your 187 manlovin' partner wasn't here.

Buzz: The only thing I love about 187 is the fact that he's gonna kick your ass.

Haha, sure he is.

Goldman: Um, wow. Ok, so let's get started. So, we all know about that match you have with Mr. Smith, what are your thoughts on that?

My thoughts? The only thought in my mind, is what weapon I'm gonna use to bust Smith's head open. There's the chair, the sledgehammer, the ladder. Hell, I might throw his ass through a table.

Buzz: So, my turn. I'm sure you heard earlier that 187 is gonna be accompanying Smith to the ring-

No I haven't. He is? Hmm, It's not too much trouble. He can get a chair to the face too.

Buzz: Yea, I'm sure 187 is gonna make sure you don't try anything sneaky. And when you and him finally have a match, he's gonna destroy yo-

Buzz fuck off. Stop beating your dick to 187.

Goldman: Woah guys, chill out.

No I'm not gonna chill out. Buzz, I may not like Lilith, but soon I'm gonna do her a favor and fucking snap your neck.

Buzz: Pssh, I'd like to see you tr-

Try? Fuck that I'd succeed.

Goldman: Anyway, let's continue on with this. So, what're your goals for this season.

After I'm done beating the shit out of 187 and Smith, idk what I'ma do. Just gonna continue to beat guys the fuck up.

Goldman: No titles?

Never been concerned about titles. If I happen to win one, that's good. If not, oh well. Well, actually I know what I'm gonna be doing this season. But I can't reveal that just yet. When 'he' comes, all will be revealed.

Goldman: Speaking of 'him', earlier on we had Genesis talking about a 'he'. Might they be the same person?

Goldman, unless Gen is smarter than he looks, I guarantee you that we're talking about two different people.

Goldman: One final question. Dirtsheets have been saying there's some kind of connection between you and fellow XWA newcomer Angel Lust. Care to explain?

Simple. She's my Ex wife. We were married from 2002-04, but in 04 we realized we didn't really wanna be married. But still, she's the only woman I've ever loved.

Goldman: Very interesting. Well, we're running out of time now, is there anything you'd like to say before you go?

Certainly Goldman, I like you. Keep doing what you're doing. Buzz, go fuck yourself or 187 or whatever, just don't get fucked up. I'm out.

[Osiris]

Goldman: Alright, now we're.............staying with the same feed? What's going on?

Osiris: Kenji and myself were in the same place, so we decided to go one after the other. Save one of us the hassle of finding another camera.

Buzz: What, that means you're friends with the guy?

Osiris: No, just ran into him.

Buzz: I dunno, seems suspicious.

Osiris: Buzz. You obviously do not like this man.

Buzz: Damn straight.

Osiris: So imagine if you will having to share an elevator with him for 50 floors.

Buzz: Oh I'd just hate that.

Osiris: Yes, that's what I had to deal with. So I will not be putting up with your crap just because you dislike the person I happened to run into. Am I clear?

Buzz: Crystal.

Osiris: Good.

Goldman: Now that we got that out of the way, Osiris you don't do a lot of interviews, not just with us or backstage, but with anyone. Why is that?

Osiris: Goldman, look at me. Do I look like someone who is friendly? Who will just sit back on a couch or just stand by while people ask me stupid questions?

Goldman: Well no, bu--

Osiris: You know what Goldman? Shut up. I've got things to say and I don't need people like you who ask stupid questions nor people like Buzz who is easily swayed by a campaign commercial to make someone number one on his little blog.

Buzz: Hey!

Osiris: I said shut it! Or during Takedown Katana won't be the only one who just might go over to your table and put you into the very action you commentate.

Now, as I was saying, it's quite pathetic when the whole of XWA is taken in by some suit wearing campaign making man who if it wasn't being aired on XWA I would have thought was someone running for the 2012 election, and quite honestly I don't give a damn about politics or him. But he wants what I want. The National Championship. I have been here in XWA for the last 3 years, and I haven't held a title. No one has labelled me as the next star for XWA. No one sings my praises. And it pisses me off that one man with some stupid little video gets all that within his first week, while I've wallowed around during the time others come and get those things as well, only to just disappear. Anyone remember Dante Elsworth? Christian Pryce? Steve Toreno? All we're being primed and ready to get shot up to the moon as far as XWA was concerned. They were going places. But what happened? No one knows. They left and have never been heard from since. Alongside a few people, I am one of the people who have actually been here consistently for the last couple of years. I've not been out on the injured list. I've not had a contact dispute and left over money or how I've been mistreated. I stayed during the whole thing that happened a few months ago. And yet I still am not being recognized for what I have done.

Which is one reason why winning the National Title means so much to me. To finally make my mark in XWA. Not by being the best talker, not by being good in one particular style, but that I am the best overall wrestler here. And what a better way to do it then in my home state of Michigan. Nothing would be better than for me to go to the Madness event, walk into the Palace, and in front of all my fellow Michiganians and walk out as the new National Champion.

Now I've already addressed one man who has claimed he wants it as well, but there is still the other. Brandon Payne, Genesis, whatever he decides he wants to call himself now. For the last month or so, I've been hearing about how we could potentially have Genesis vs Kayn. That XWA has never had an Xtraordinaire vs Xtraordinaire match before. But now I just saw Brandon saying he'll throw his name into the hat for contention? What happened Brandon? You get cold feet? You scared of Kayn? Or did you realize that you couldn't beat him at all, and so you had to try something else so you wouldn't be exposed as the man I know you are. A delusional, envious, hypocrite, plagiarist, inconsistent, as well as an egotistical megalomaniac! What was it you said? Learn to live with it, learn to love it? I got the simple answer for you. No. I refuse to do anything that you tell me. You know this. I will not bow down to anyone, especially you.

That's it, I'm out of here.

The feed is cut and all that remains is blackness.

Goldman: Wow. Where did that come from?

Buzz: I have no idea, but I would not want to be in his way, that's for sure.