Salem DVD Taping (7.26.14)

[FGA Office]

[FGA Office]

DVD TAPING
Salem Civic Center
Salem, VA

(The attention throughout the arena shifts to the center of the ring, where Jared James – who is standing in his ring attire – stands with his trademark smirk across his face. Despite this, though, a little apprehension is evident by the constantly shifting eyes of the wrestling veteran. A microphone in hand, he slowly lifts the device up to his lips.)

Jared James: So, ladies and gentlemen, here we are. The biggest show in all of Frontier Grappling Arts – Above & Beyond III – looms on the horizon. An event where legacies are both made and cemented. A night in which history is made.

(Jared tilts his head back, pausing for a second at the level of grandeur a night like Above & Beyond III can provide a wrestler. It’s the holy grail for this downtrodden hero.)

Jared: It’s an event I’ve had my eyes on since I returned to FGA. I wanted to go into that night with a chance to shine, and right now the path has been set for me. When I step into that squared circle in Miami, I will be getting a shot to fight for the Young Lion’s Cup and immortalize myself…

(The words trail off, despite being the logic point to end Jared’s statement. He looks around at the crowd, who give Jared a roar of applause followed by a ‘You can do it!’ chant that Jared eats up for a moment – a genuine smile of appreciation taking the place of the snark-filled smirk that usually occupies Jared’s face.)

Jared: Now you all know my story. You all know the struggles I have had since I have arrived in FGA back in December of 2011 – as the very first man to sign a contract here.

(A slight pause allows Jared to sigh at the acknowledgement, once again, of his ongoing misfortunes.)

Jared: So, if you know all that, you should also realize why I salivate at this opportunity. I am tired, FGA, of being the loveable loser. I am tired, despite the performance I put out both on this mic and in the ring, of going home and wondering why I can’t get over the hump. I am tired, FGA, of doubting myself.

(The confidence with which Jared entered the ring tonight takes a hit, as he once again hangs his head.)

Jared: No matter your perception of me, ladies and gentlemen, I head into Above & Beyond III the underdog. The man with nothing to lose, and a lot to gain. The man with nobody believing in him. After, history would suggest I am not exactly the best option to put bets on.

(Jared begins to pace back and forth in the ring.)

Jared: And why would you with the type of competition we see in the Young Lion’s Cup tournament? If you are looking for another underdog shot, you could put money on the reigning FGA Mid-Atlantic Legacy Champion Chaz Holiday – a man who not only beat me for said belt, but has managed to claim that prize twice!

(The crowd cheers at the both Chaz Holiday’s mention, and the idea of him winning the Young Lion’s Cup.)

Jared: Or, if you want somebody who has proven himself in this tournament, the man who I beat back at FGA Only The Strong Survive, Johnny Karma.

(The crowd boos to the former FGA Pride Champion.)

Jared: Despite his recent track record in big matches, Jared chuckles his success almost a year ago should account for something, right?

(A devilish smirk brings life back to the previously solemn Jared James.)

Jared: Or, if you are into front-running, just place that bet of yours on Dan Herrera: the man who has been on a tear as of late in FGA. It would only make sense for him, after all, to follow up his loss at All-Star Showdown with a Young Lion’s Cup victory.

(The notion is rejected by Jared as soon as it escapes his lips.)

Jared: Whatever you do, though, don’t pick me.

(The crowd tries to liven the spirit of Jared James up, as a loud chant of his name commence.)

Jared: I know, I know. ‘Don’t be so hard on yourself Jared.’ And while I know I can win this match, I am just reflecting the thoughts of a lot of those boys and girls back in that locker room, as well as what a lot of those fans on message boards and Twitter say about Jared James.

(A small faction of crowd members cheer at the allusion to the internet wrestling community.)

Jared: I know I can win the Young Lion’s Cup. So, to me, the idea of coming back into an FGA ring as the winner of that tournament would be the kind of validation that I not only have been seeking since my arrival back into the business. It serves to cement myself as a main event player.

(Jared lowers the microphone away from his lips, hanging his head in acknowledgement of his past failures, once again, in the main event scene. After this brief aside, he restores the mic to his face.)

Jared: And it all started a few weeks back in Charlotte. It was then, when I defeated Chris Bond, that each and every one of you was reminded what Jared James looks like on the best of nights: an unstoppable force who never gives up. A man we have not seen—

(Suddenly, Jared James is cut off by the sound of an organic playing. The unfamiliar music catches him off guard. Jared turns to Dexter as the two men try to figure out what’s going on here.)

Clement: What in the world is this?

Grayson: I don't recognize that music at all.

(The audience turns their attention to the entranceway out of curiosity. “Perfect Strangers” by Deep Purple kicks in as Jared and Dexter continue to stand in confusion.)

Grayson: Well...? Who is it!?

Clement: I'm just as confused as you are.

(At around the 30 second mark, a pair of hands pushes through the curtain. Through the curtain bursts Chandler Scott to the shock and awe of the crowd.)

Clement: Oh hell...

Grayson: YES!

(With a smirk on his face, Chandler places his hands on his hips as he slowly scans the crowd from right to left. Once the shock of seeing Chandler wears off, the crowd is broken up into pockets of cheers and boos. Some groups cheer over seeing a man of his caliber at an FGA event. Some groups boo over this prick being at an FGA event.)

Grayson: Is he back!? Tell me he's back! Tell me he's back!

Clement: I don't know. But I sure hope not. That man had done more than enough damage when he was employed by this company.

(Chandler then thrusts his arms into the air as he makes his way down to the ring. He keeps both index fingers up, letting the crowd know who is truly number one. The rabid fans in the front row reach over to pat, grab and touch him. But Chandler rolls his shoulders out of the way. Once he gets to the end of the aisle, Chandler stares right over at Jared. Jared, meanwhile, has never taken his eyes off of him. Dexter can be seen pointing at Chandler, wanting to know what’s going on. But Jared ignores him as he keeps his sights set on his old foe. Chandler continues to make his way over towards the announce table. As Chandler lets out a huge smile, he offers his hand to Evan Grayson. Grayson is more than eager to get up, dust himself off and shake Chandler’s hand. Chandler then goes over to Kevin Clement and offers him a handshake. But Clement just cross his arms and looks in the other direction. But Chandler doesn’t get upset after getting shut down. He just smirks. He can be seen mouthing “I’ll remember that” as he makes his way over towards Manny Cruz. Chandler can be seen motioning for Cruz’s mic. After Cruz cautiously hands him over a mic, Chandler snatches it out of his hand before climbing up onto the apron. After walking along the apron and surveying the crowd, Chandler steps back into the ring. As the music dies down, a “Welcome Baaaack” chants breaks out in several pockets of the crowd. But in between the breaks of that chant, a “Screw You, Chandler!” is shouted from other pockets of the crowd. Chandler smirks as the dueling chants go back and forth until ultimately fading out. Jared still hasn’t taken his eyes off of Chandler since he stepped through the curtain.)

Chandler: For those of you who’ve been living under a rock… for those of you who have been fortunate enough to have never gotten on my bad side, my name… is Chandler Scott and I’m kind of a big deal in the world of professional wrestling.

(Half of the crowd applauds while the other half boos.)

Chandler: Now for those of you who do know me… for those of you who have crossed my path in the past… then you know that me being here means that you’re totally screwed.

(Again, Chandler gets another split reaction from the crowd.)

Chandler: Since last July, Pro Wrestling Frontier had exclusively been my home. Now I had been competing there since January of last year. But after feeling disrespected by the fans and not feeling appreciated by FGA, I decided to exclusively be apart of one company. A company that appreciated wrestling. A company that appreciated an athlete such as myself. As good of a run I had here, it was in Pro Wrestling Frontier that my talents truly shined on a global stage. Everyone wants to call themselves the Best in the World. But for 413 days, I was truly the best wrestler on the planet.

(Another mixed reaction for the former FGA wrestler.)

Chandler: Now I know all of you real wrestling fans know what I’m talking about. But for all of you that are clueless out there… for those of you FGA loyalists that care about this company and nothing else, let me put it in terms that you can understand. For 413 days, I was badder than The Big Bad. For 413 days, I was more Tenacious than any Little Bastard could ever be. For 413 days, I had more pride than some “Battle Hardened” veteran had in his fragile little body. For 413 days, I never lost my smile, unlike a certain coward from Cincinnati. For 413 days, it was my voice that was heard throughout the world. Why? Because the Voice of the Violence not only lost his voice, but also lost his passion when I beat his ass for 60 minutes. And get this, for 413 days…

(Chandler walks into the corner. After climbing up to the middle turnbuckle…)

Chandler: I was the true King of the F’n World.

(A mixed reaction can be heard as Chandler then gets in the iconic Leo DiCaprio pose from Titanic. He then gets down and heads back towards the center of the ring.)

Chandler: For a while, wrestling in the other Frontier was great. But over time, the company with the word “wrestling” in its name stopped being about the wrestling. The company with the word “wrestling” in its name started being about infighting… power plays… whining… complaining… politicking. The company with the word “wrestling” in its name was perfectly fine when you had legitimate businesswoman running the operations. But then things started going downhill when the wrestlers started becoming General Managers… Authority Figures... Majority Owners… Minority Owners. Things started to go downhill when staff members were trying to be, as Suge would say... all in the video ...making it about them. It’s one thing to have the wrestlers after you. But when you’ve got staff members after you with axes to grind and agendas to push, that’s when I knew that Pro Wrestling Frontier was no longer for me. And when the inept management there literally ran that company into the ground and all wrestling ops were shut down, that’s when I knew that I had to come back… home.

You see in FGA, no one knows who makes the matches around here. No one knows who signs the checks. There’s no on air authority figure. There’s no one trying to push their agenda. But does any of that matter? No! Why? Because they stay behind the scenes where they belong, run everything smoothly and let the shows be about the wrestlers. The name on the marquee of any FGA shows says wrestling and you’ll be hard-pressed to find better wrestling than right here in FGA.

(Finally, something that the crowd can fully agree with Chandler on. A loud "FGA" chant rings out throughout the arena. Even Dexter moves his head in unison with the chants. But Jared isn't buying what Chandler's selling as he keeps his eyes dead set on him.)

Chandler: Here in FGA, you’ve got everything that you want. You’ve got your tag teams. You’ve your high fliers. You’ve got your brawlers. You’ve got technical. You’ve got hardcore. You’ve got the fan favorites. You’ve got the people you love to hate. You’ve got underdogs. You’ve got big name talent. You’ve even got…

(Chandler backs up until he turns around in front of Jared. He looks Jared up and down…)

Chandler: … your lovable losers.

(Just as quickly as Chandler got the crowd on his side, he turned them all against him with his disrespect towards Jared James. Jared’s upper lip quivers with anger as Chandler smirks.)

Chandler: How are you, Jared? Have you finally won the big one yet?

(Chandler looks down at Jared’s waist, then back up at his face.)

Chandler: Judging by the lack of hardware, I’m going to guess that you failed once again. Shocker, I know. But wait! Next time it’s going to be different, right? The Frontier Lions Cup is going to be where you really shine, right? Pfft, who are you kidding?! You may have some of these people fooled, but not me. I’ve known you for a very long time. You can get a new hairdoo, finally get some halfway decent looking tights and you can even get yourself this cute little mascot over here.

(Dexter tries to take a swipe at Chandler, but Jared holds his young protégé back.)

Chandler: That’s right, Jared, you keep him away from me. His career doesn’t need to end before it even begins.

(Jared tries to calm young Dexter down. Dexter reluctantly agrees not to go after Chandler.)

Chandler: Here’s the thing, Jared. You’ll still always be that loser that I surpassed several years ago. So when you inevitably fall on your face yet again and fail, I want you to do me a favor. I want you to step back, grab a pen and pad and watch how a great wrestler gets the job done. See, Jimmy Page or Dom Harter? They can beat the hell out of each other for all I care. The Frontier Lions Cup? Best of luck to whomever makes it to the end… besides you, of course. Jared, I’m calling my shot right now. By the end of this calendar year, I will hold that FGA World Championship once again. And there is nothing, and I mean NOTHING that anyone can do to stop me.

(Chandler grins from ear to ear as a “Chandler Sucks” chant breaks out. Jared then snatches the mic out of Chandler’s hand to cheers from the crowd. He then takes a moment to walk away from Chandler, stroking his chin with his free hand as he does so.)

Jared: First and foremost Chandler, welcome back. Good to see you are still the same snobbish prick you’ve always been.

(The crowd erupts with both cheers and laughter at the easy, yet appreciated jab at Chandler Scott.)

Jared: Second, Chandler, allow me to say this friend. You come in here, after months of being away, having paraded in Pro Wrestling Frontier, and act like you can just walk into the main event scene. As if your time spent in that other promotion puts you in a place above all of the hardworking wrestlers who stuck it out here in FGA – the best wrestling promotion on the planet.

(An FGA chant begins, to which Jared begins thrusting both arms in the air to help support. Dexter lets out a smirk, before yelling FGA a couple of times.)

Jared: Well, Chandler, I have some bad news for you: you have a long ways to go before the FGA World Championship is seen anywhere around your waist. Because after I win the Young Lion’s Cup in Miami and go on to win the FGA World Championship myself… well, my friend, the only way you’ll be grabbing onto that title is if I let you hold it just to remind you what a real world title feels like.

(More FGA chants commence, with Jared letting the crowd take over as Chandler Scott looks at the veteran with an arrogant smirk you would just want to smack the hell off.)

Jared: And that, Chandler Scott, is a promise.

(“Feel it All Around” blasts over the PA as Jared James and Dexter Wolfe leave the ring to cheers from the crowd. Chandler is left standing in the ring, steaming over Jared’s comments towards him.)

[ FADE OUT ]

[FGA Office]

Xavier Daniels vs. Charlie Rossi

The arena's lights die as "F.C.P.R.E.M.I.X" hits the PA system, cuing the cheers of the FGA fans. A single spotlight blinks on, lighting up the entrance stage as Xavier Daniels pushes himself through the curtain. Here he slowly paces around, taking in crowd reaction before taking center stage just in time for the sound bite cues both the lighting and Xavier himself to pick up. Xavier throws his head forward a bit scuffing his hair as red and gold lights suddenly begin flashing around the arena to the beat.

Cruz: The following is your opening contest of the evening! It is scheduled for one fall! Introducing first, from Boston, Massachusetts! Weighing in at 218 pounds... XAVIER DANIELS!

The Boston native starts a B-Line strut towards the ring, making sure to play up the crowd, evening touching the hands of a few as he passes by. When he reaches the protective padding around ringside he bolts up the ring steps and leaps to the second turnbuckle. From here Xavier spreads his arms apart and peers out at the crowd taking in their reaction. After a few seconds he jumps into the ring and takes a spot at the opposite corner where he begins stretching while he awaits his opponent.

Clement: Welcome fans to another Frontier Grappling Arts DVD presentation! I am Kevin Clement and joining me as always is my colleague, Evan Grayson. Tonight, we’ve got two big multi-man matches on the road to Above & Beyond III. But boy, did tonight start off with a bang.

Grayson: That’s right. Chandler Scott has essentially returned to FGA! The former Heavyweight Champion and Pride Champion has called his shot. But Jared James told him to get to the back of the line. I always knew that Jared was ungrateful. A man of this magnitude comes back to this company and this is the disrespect you show him? Uncalled for.

Clement: Jared James is 100% right. That man shouldn’t be anywhere near the FGA World Championship!

Opening chords of a guitar solo begins as the drum beat increases. The first few words of "Better Than Drugs" by Skillet begins as the arena lights fade to a single white light shining in the middle of the wrestling ring. There in all his splendor the blue orbs angel stand with head tilted to the side as his royal blue and white pulpit robe hangs low to the ground.

Cruz: And his opponent, from Salem, North Carolina! Weighing in at 268 pounds! He is "The Ghost" CHARLIE ROSSI!

Ghost pushes the satin robe opening revealing his thin chiseled frame and the man steps back to his corner as the arena lights come back up and the crowd continues its jeer as Ghost strikes a knowing grin to the crowd.

Clement: But enough about him. Let’s get to this match right here. Charlie Rossi picked up that elusive first win during the last set of tapings. Can he build off of that and repeat his performance from last time? Or will Xavier have some added momentum as he heads into the Rey del Aire in a couple of weeks at Above & Beyond III?

The bell sounds as both men lock up. After jockeying for position, Rossi takes Daniels and moves him into the ropes. The ref quickly scurries over and gives both men until the count of five to break the hold.

Ref: ONE… TWO… THREE… FOUR…

Both men appear to make a clean break. But Rossi quickly cheap shots Daniels with a headbutt to the bridge of the nose. He then nails Daniels with a forearm strike that sends him stumbling into the corner. The crowd boos as Rossi turns Daniels towards him and hammers away with rights and lefts to the midsection. He then follows up with another forearm strike to the face. Rossi then takes Daniels and whips him hard into the opposite corner. As Daniels stumbles from out of the corner, Rossi throws him down with an overhead belly to belly suplex to boos from the crowd. He makes the cover.

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Daniels gets his shoulder up.

As Rossi goes to pick up Daniels, Daniels nails him with a series of elbows to the midsection. But Rossi quickly nails him with a clubbing shot to the back of the neck, doubling him over. He then grabs Daniels by the waist and throws him down with a gutwrench suplex to boos from the crowd. Rossi goes over, picks up Daniels and whips him hard chest-first into the ropes. As Daniels stumbles back, Rossi hooks his arms from behind and delivers a bridging dragon suplex to boos from the crowd.

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Daniels is able to escape before the three count.

Rossi picks up Daniels and whips him into the ropes. When Daniels comes back, Rossi delivers a tilt-a-whirl backbreaker. The crowd boos as Daniels arches his back in pain. Rossi then picks him up, hooks his leg and delivers a fisherman neckbreaker to boos from the crowd. Rossi then picks Daniels back up, places him in position and plants him with the Decapitation to boos from the crowd. He makes the cover.

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THREE!

Cruz: Here is your winner, CHARLIE ROSSI!

[FGA Office]

"Broken dreams. n****s had powder and fiends"

The opening for RetcH's "Graceful Jewelry Removal" sounds throughout the Salem Civic Center. With growing familiarity of the tune, fans instantly erupted in boos as the pink lights started to flash before their eyes. Emerging from the curtains is "Sunshine" Scandalous Tony Carmine who isn't yet dressed in ring gear: instead he comes out sporting a very sleek seersucker Brooks Brothers 3-piece suit with his hair slicked back. The smug and cocky look is plastered all over Tony's face as he slowly struts down the ramp, adjusting his cufflinks and smoothing out his eyebrows.

Clement: Tony Carmine's making his way to the ring. He's to be featured in our main event later on tonight in what will surely be an explosive 8-man tag team match up.

Grayson: And with the FGA World Champion, Jimmy Page, on his team, Tony should be going into this one with a heap of confidence.

Clement: I'm sure he would regardless of who was on his team. Whatever this is should be...interesting to say the least.

"n****s pussy I should sprinkle them with glitter. For real my n****."

Sunshine Tony stops at the bottom of the ramp, taking his time to scan the audience all around him in the Civic Center. He shakes his head with disgust until notices a familiar group of people in the front row at ringside. Smiling from ear to ear now, he walks over to the party and fist bumps what seems to be his friends before walking towards the timekeeper area. Carmine demands a microphone as he brushes off the lapels of his blazer. After grabbing a mic he walks up the steel steps onto the ring apron, wiping his feet off before stepping through the middle ropes. The music finally dies down and Tony takes in the jeering from the crowd for a few moments.

Sunshine Tony: Simmer down...simmer down...

The boos ensue and the frustration begins to overcome him

Sunshine Tony: SHUT THE HELL UP WHILE I SPEAK YOU MISCREANTS!

The booing gets even louder as the rage on Tony's face suddenly warms into a smile. Tony wags his finger in the air as he circles around the mat.

Sunshine Tony: You know what? I can respect that. Don't shut up just because you're told to. Be rebellious right? Except you people don't really know why you're booing me. What? Because I'm a big stupid meanie poo poo head? AM I TOO MUCH OF A DOUCHEYKINZ!?!?!?

He says in a kiddie voice mocking the audience before chuckling to himself.

Sunshine Tony: People come out here and kiss your asses. Tell you that life is nothing but hopscotch and pop rocks, and at their beck and call, you dance for them. You scream their names to the top of your lungs and I suppose that's pretty fitting. You're all getting fucked with no vaseline by your so-called favorites. Your Chaz Holidays. Your Riley Owens'. Your Sex Sells. Sparklebuddies. They can do whatever they want just because they're nice to you and they sympathize with your pathetic asses. Your heroes can do no wrong in your eyes.

Tony shakes his head before standing still in the middle of the ring.

Sunshine Tony: I know what you're thinking. How can someone so dashing, so fabo, so pretty speak such an ugly truth? Well the fact of the matter is you may not all like what I have to say. But you NEED to hear what I have to say. You will learn to RESPECT the words that come out of my mouth. I'm like fucking vegetables...you all can eat me and it'll do you good. Actually no...I'm like your stepparents. You hate me but you have no choice but to listen to me. Time and time again I've been living in the shadow of a man formerly known as Kenny Kasual now known as Kucci Mane Kuwop. Ever since I've decided to break out into my own that shadow still tries to follow me.

Carmine points to the group of people in the front row and gives them a peace sign.

Sunshine Tony: In fact, Kenny's sitting right there in the front with a few of my other friends. I'm not afraid to tell him this in front of the world: I'll be better than you ever were. I'll go even further to say...no...GUARANTEE...that I'm walking out of the James L Knight Center with that Frontier Lion's Cup trophy. Then after that, I'm not only going to challenge the FGA world champ. But I will exquisitely and systematically break him down and take his strap. You can write it down. Instagram it. Tweet it. Vine it. Hell, if you Snapchat snippets of this promo to a bitch, I bet she'll reply with nudes. That's just how fucking sure I am. You all should not only feel bad for everyone in the tournament for me crushing their dreams. You also should feel bad for Team Herrera tonight but they're getting in the ring with reality. I am truth, and just like those anti-tobacco commercials you hate to watch. You can't deny that everything I say is....

He pauses, taking the microphone away for a second before bringing it back to his lips.

Sunshine Tony: FACTS. ONLY.

Tony Carmine throws the microphone out of the ring as "Graceful Jewelry Removal" picks back up throughout the PA soundsystem. Carmine elegantly exits the ring, adjusting his lapels and making sure his hair was still perfectly slicked back. He walks backwards up the ramp mouthing the words "Aren't I pretty!?" before sticking his middle fingers high and turning around.

Grayson: Some strong and bold words from Scandalous. He'll be in action later on tonight.

Clement: As well as at Above and Beyond Three. We'll see exactly if he can back up these words.

Grayson: Well coming up next we have two debutants in Carter Hayes and Manny G squaring off for us in what should be an action packed battle.

[ FADE OUT ]

[FGA Office]

Carter Hayes vs. Manny G

The beat slowly starts to pump and Manny G rips through the curtain followed by Joey Valentino. Standing at the foot of the stage looking down at the ground with Angelo to his right Manny lowers his hand to the floor raising it up slowly with the beat. Fist pumping like a maniac and raging down the ramp Manny G looks primed for action.

Cruz: The following contest is scheduled for one fall! Introducing first, from Toms River, New Jersey! Weighing in at 225 pounds... MANNY G!

Bro Jackson slides into the ring and stands at the top of the turnbuckle continuing to fist pump like a champ as Angelo points at Manny G hyping him up to the crowd. Angelo walks along the barricade talking Manny up still as Manny hops down prepared for WAR.

Clement: Manny G is looking to bring some Hawt Godly Hotness in his FGA debut.

Grayson: Manny G-ZUZ is jacked to the gills. I hope Carter Hayes doesn’t try to outmuscle the Tan-tilizer because that Kev, will not go over well.

"Anything you can do I can do better; I can do anything better than you!" The opening chorus of the 116 Cliques's "Envy" echoes through the arena and the crowd rise to their feet, and Carter Hayes emerges.

Cruz: And his opponent, from Ridgewood, New Jersey! Weighing in at 220 pounds... CARTER HAYES!

He takes a moment to soak in the atmosphere. After a moment, Carter struts toward the ring, his eyes fixed on the ring.

Clement: Carter Hayes will be looking to impress here as he tries to best a fellow New Jerseyan in his FGA debut.

Grayson: He may also want to look into getting on that Manny G workout. He looks scrawny in comparison to the Swoldier.

Clement: It’s not all about looks, Evan. Manny G may end up finding that out the hard way tonight.

The bell sounds as both men circle the ring. Manny G shouts at Carter to “Come at him, bro!” But Carter refuses. Manny then insists that Carter “come at him, bro.” But again, Carter shakes his head. The two continue to circle the ring as Manny demands that Carter “Come at him, bro” But once again, Carter flat out refuses to go after Manny. Frustrated, Manny then makes a beeline over towards Carter. But Carter quickly scurries away and slides to the outside. But Manny isn’t about to let him off the hook. So he steps out onto the apron, hops down to the floor and gives chase around the ring. After about three laps, Carter rolls back into the ring. When Manny slides back in, he’s met with a series of kicks to the body.

Clement: Some sound strategy by Carter Hayes. Not only did Manny fall right into his trap, but he tired him out by running around the ring.

As Manny tries to get up, Carter delivers a series of double ax handles across the back. He then picks up Manny, heads into the corner and slams his head into the top turnbuckle. After turning Manny around, Carter delivers a series of knife-edge chops. He then goes for an irish whip. But Manny reverses, sending Carter hard into the opposite corner. After bouncing off the turnbuckles, Carter stumbles from out of the corner. Manny then takes advantage by hoisting Carter up and throwing him down with a gorilla press slam. Manny then makes the cover.

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Carter kicks out.

Manny picks up Carter and places him in a side headlock. Carter tries to wiggle his way out, but it’s to no avail. So he reaches up, grabs Manny by his blowout and pulls his hair back as he moves him into the ropes. The ref gives both men until the count of five to break it up.

Ref: ONE… TWO… THREE… FOUR…

Both men appear to make a clean break. But Carter quickly nails Manny with an elbow to the midsection. He then takes Manny and whips him into the ropes. When When Manny comes back, Carter knocks him down with a flying knee to the face. He makes the cover.

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Manny kicks out.

Carter picks up Manny and goes for an irish whip. But Manny reverses, sending Carter into the ropes. When Carter comes back, Manny bends over to set up a back body drop. So Carter counters with a sunset flip. Manny can be seen swinging his arms wildly as he tries to regain his balance. Once he does, he reaches down, grabs Carter by the neck with both hands and yanks him back up to his feet. He then hoists Carter up, catches him across his back in mid air and follows up with a Samoan Drop. He reaches back and hooks the leg. Manny counts along while making the arrogant cover…

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Carter reverses into a grounded crucifix pin…

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Manny gets his shoulder up.

Both men get up, but Carter quickly rolls Manny up in a small package.

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Manny kicks out.

After both men get up, Carter connects with another knife-edge chop. He then takes Manny and whips him into the ropes. When Manny comes back, Carter bends over to set up a back body drop. But Manny counters with a swinging neckbreaker. Manny follows up with a jumping knee drop before making the cover.

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Carter gets his shoulder up.

Clement: A lot of back and forth action thus far in this one.

Grayson: As expected, Manny has used his awesome power at times to dominate the action. Meanwhile, Hayes has tried to outsmart Manny.

Manny picks up Carter and throws him back down with a scoop slam. After heading into the corner, he hoists himself up onto the middle ropes. As Carter slowly gets up, Manny raises his arms and begins a slow fist pump. Once Carter turns around, Manny goes for a diving shoulder block. But Carter counters with a dropkick in mid air.

Clement: What a counter by Carter! This could be it...

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TH-NO!

Manny gets his shoulder up.

Carter picks up Manny and delivers a vertical suplex. He then gets up and points to the top turnbuckle before stepping through the ropes. As Manny gets up to his feet, Carter makes his way along the apron and begins to climb the turnbuckles. Once Manny turns around, Carter leaps off and connects with a high cross body…

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Manny gets his shoulder up.

Clement: Manny just barely got his shoulder up there. Carter almost had him.

Grayson: He almost did. These two haven’t disappointed in their FGA debuts. I’m impressed at what both grapplers have shown here.

Carter picks up Manny and goes for another vertical suplex. But Manny slips down from behind and counters with a snap German Suplex. As Carter slowly gets up, Manny runs into the ropes. When Carter comes back, Manny knocks him down with a running shoulder block. Manny then runs into another set of ropes as Carter turns over. When Carter gets back up, he gets knocked down by another running shoulder block. Manny then runs into yet another set of ropes as Carter tries to get back up. When Manny comes back, he knocks down Carter with a running big boot. Manny then picks up Carter and whips him into the ropes. When Carter comes back, Manny turns him inside out with The Brodozer. He then picks up Carter, lifts him up and throws him down with The Great Guido. Manny makes the cover.

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THREE!

“I Love My Sex” plays over the PA to boos from the crowd.

Cruz: Here is your winner, Manny G!

Joey Valentino gets in the ring and raises Manny’s arm to boos from the crowd.

Clement: Manny G picks up the win in his first FGA outing!

Grayson: He did good out there. But so did Carter. Like I said, I’m a fan after seeing what these two brought to the table tonight.

[FGA Office]

The cameras cut to somewhere backstage where Cyn City and Cordelia Stevenson, collectively known as Sex Sells are seen conversing with one another.

Cordelia Stevenson: So you ready for tonight, chica?

Cordy asks Cindy, placing a hand upon her shoulder.

Cordelia Stevenson: You’ve got that whole eye of the tiger look going on right now, I can tell you’re getting zoned in. I love it.

Cyncity: Eye of the tiger? Maybe. But like Charlie Sheen, I drink tiger blood too!

Cordelia lets out a small laugh, but then frowns.

Cordelia Stevenson: Wait, is that why you got those pet tigers in your office that time?!

While the Sex Sells teammates are talking, Ash comes into the camera’s view almost skipping before she stops near them.

Ash: Hey girlies! I don’t know about you two, but I’m looking forward to putting my foot upside a certain big mouth’s head. The three of us are girls but we got nothing on him when it comes to being a diva.

Cordy can’t help but to snicker at the comment knowing exactly who Ash is talking about.

Cordelia Stevenson: Amen to that.

Cyn looks over at Cordy with a disgruntled look on her demeanour. She turns back at Ash and pouts her lip, complete with full puppy dog eyes.

Cyncity: You mean Tony, right? Tony’s a good guy, he really is! He’s just… different, ya know? But as long as you’re focused on this match then all is well!

Cyn jumps up and down, clapping her hands rapidly before she turns and looks at Cordy.

Cyncity: I just really don’t want there to be any shenanigans during this match. Every single I’m in one of these eight peoples tags, something silly happens or Jimmy “Psycho Chin” Page turns into the incredible Hulk and starts beating… EVERYONE!

Cyn frowns, backing up toward the hallway wall and lifting up her right leg to finish tying up her boots

Cyncity: You guys haven’t seen Dan, have you? I don’t want him to not feel apart of the team again. He gets sensitive about that stuff and stuff.

Cordy shakes her head.

Cordelia Stevenson: No I haven’t seen him. We should probably go find him. But as far as this match goes, I don’t think there will be any shenanigans that you’ll have to worry about this time chica.

She glances back and forth at the two ladies.

Cordelia Stevenson: I think we’re all focused and ready for this one; and there isn’t a doubt in my mind that Dan is just as ready.

Cyn nods, knowing that she and Cordy had their minds in the right place. She turns her head to look at Ash and raises a brow.

Cyncity: And you? You can get past your little splat with Dan, right?

Ash: Relax. We kissed and made up on the weekend when he was at the wedding…. Well not literally…. You know what I mean.

Dan comes walking around the corner holding a can of soda. He sees the three woman standing there and it startles him. He drops the soda can and it hits the ground, exploding and sending soda all over his pant leg and black shoes.

Dan: Well, I’m glad I hadn’t changed into my ring gear yet. What’s this shindig about?

Cordelia Stevenson: Hey Dan!

Cordelia greets him with a smile and a wave.

Cordelia Stevenson: We were just chatting it up about later tonight, and you know, making sure all of our heads were in the right place.

She arches an eyebrow and gives him a questioning nod.

Dan: Seriously, let me put that to rest for you guys. I have no issues with any of you. I don’t know why anyone would think I do. Obviously there was a bit of a spat in Spartanburg but me and Ash worked that out. I know what she was trying to do. I knew before we talked in New York, but two weeks ago I didn’t care and I let the anger take hold of me.

Cordy simply nods in understanding upon hearing his words.

Cordelia Stevenson: Well, I don’t think you’ll have to worry about any of us pushing your buttons the wrong way tonight.

Cyncity: Buttons? Why are we pushing any buttons? We’re all friends here, right?!

Cyn hops up and down in place with a big grin on her face.

Cyncity: Annnnnd we’re totally the better quad----trouple in the match. We have this in the bag!

Dan: Well first off, Cindy, I consider you a close friend backstage here in FGA. You and Chaz are my two go to people. When I’m having issues, I know that I can come to you for advice and I’ll get a straight up answer. Cordy, I’ve not known you for long, it’s true. But I don’t see any reason why you and I wouldn’t get along. You always seem to have your head on straight, you and I share the same humor, and there’s really no strife that would cause any issues. The only person I have had issue with was Ash. And me and Ash talked about this last weekend. I didn’t really know her before, but I have a pretty good understanding now. Things will not be the same as it was before. I’m ready to get in that ring standing side by side with you three beautiful partners.

Ash: And if Page tries the same thing I did but actually succeeds? I think I was pretty close to making you go postal. Why shouldn’t he do a better job of it?

Dan: I know that attacking him, disqualifying myself or my team would do me no good. I want another piece of him one on one. There’s no bones about that. But I am not going to do something stupid and cost myself a chance at that. The only sure bet that I get another shot at him is if I win the Lion’s Cup. And if I get myself kicked out of it before it even starts… what good does that serve me? I’m ready for the main event, and I know you ladies are too.

Ash: Just don’t take it too hard if the three of us handle them before you even get a chance to kick some ass.

Dan: So let’s get out there and show FGA who the real powers are. It doesn’t matter if the FGA World Champion is standing on the other side of the ring from us. We will be the ones in control and WE will walk out of Salem as the winners.

Cyncity: And then Cordy and I off to battle more witches! Mwahahahha!

The trio give Cyncity an awkward eye before they share a laugh and exit the picture.

[FGA Office]

Chris Madison vs. Pierre J. Harris

Smoke flares up around the ramp before the sounds of "Champagne" by Tracy T begins playing. Yung Czar stepping out behind the black curtains bouncing up and down.

"In The V.I.P see my chain, drinking champagne."

He tugs at the gold chain around his neck.

"In the Loui store I spend some change, drinking champagne."

He throws up a M with his fingers representing Miami before looking out in the crowd and making his way to the ring.

Cruz: The following contest is scheduled for one fall! Introducing first, from Miami, Florida! Weighing in at 218 pounds! He is the "Yung Czar", PIERRE J. HARRIS!

"Bird Class flight I'm drinking champagne."

He steps inside the ring bouncing around it.

"Like I won the championship game I'm drinking champagne."

He takes the multi-colored bandanna off of his head and throws it into the crowd.

"R.I.P my dead homies pour the champagne."

He stops bouncing and leans back on a rope folding his arms together. Ready for the bout to begin.

Clement: Pierre may have lost out twice on the Frontier Lions Cup. But he will be going home to Miami at Above & Beyond III for the Rey del Aire tournament.

Grayson: Pierre must be the luckiest guy in the world. I can’t recall the last time I saw someone fail so much, yet keep getting granted with opportunities. He better get it right this time or else he may never be able to show his face in Miami again.

“Immortal” by Eve To Adam cuts through the venue’s P.A. system causing the FGA faithful to stir, focusing on the backstage curtain which has a red strobe light . After the opening chorus the heavy drums and guitar riffs pick up, Chris Madison steps out. He stops right outside of the curtain with a black towel over his head and he looks down towards the ground beneath his feet. Madison reaches up and snatches the towel from atop of his head, dropping it to the floor. He holds his arms outstretched horizontally and roars, bringing both of his fists up to his face and hitting himself on the jaw before charging to the ring.

Cruz: And his opponent, representing The Black Hand! From Long Island, New York! Weighing in at 220 pounds... CHRIS "MAYHEM" MADISON!

He slides under the bottom rope and hops to his feet, immediately marching to the nearest corner. Madison ascends the corner and stands firmly on the second turnbuckle facing the fans. Madison eye's down the fans and mouths off before jumping backwards off of the ropes.

Clement: Chris Madison, one half of The Black Hand, is making his FGA debut in this one.

Grayson: Pierre may have more FGA experience. But Madison’s got more wrestling experience. He’s got more life experience. Madison is definitely the elder that has seen guys like Pierre come and go. I don’t think Madison is going to take his opponent lightly. I expect him to ground and pound Pierre into submission.

The bell sells as both men circle the ring. Madison then tries to cut off the ring as he inches closer and closer to Pierre. He tries to shoot in, but Pierre is able to move out of the way. After Madison gets back up to his feet, he zeroes in on Pierre. After cutting the distance between the two, Madison shoots in and grabs a hold of Pierre’s leg. Madison goes for a single leg takedown. Pierre tries to fight it off. But Madison is too strong and Pierre winds up on his backside. Madison quickly goes to transition into a hold, but Pierre quickly reaches over and wraps his arms around the bottom rope, forcing the ref to separate the two.

Grayson: Pierre’s lucky he was near the ropes. He may have gotten locked in something he would have no idea how to get out of.

After Madison reluctantly takes a few steps back, he motions for Pierre to get back up. Once Pierre pulls himself up using the ropes, he begins to circle the ring. The two then inch towards each other and go to lock up. After jockeying for position, Madison slips one of his arms from off of Pierre’s elbow and locks in a Muay Thai Clinch. Pierre tries to fight it off. But Madison’s technique is too good. Madison easily moves Pierre across the ring and into the corner. After pressing Pierre up against the turnbuckles while still having him in the clinch, Madison proceeds to nail him with several hard knee strikes to the midsection. One last knee strike sends Pierre down on all fours. But Madison isn’t about to let up. Madison delivers several kicks to the ribs, followed by a series of clubbing shots to the back. He then reaches down, grabs Pierre, picks him back up and shoves him back into the corner. After sizing up Pierre, he shoots in, delivering a series of shoulder thrusts to boos from the crowd.

Clement: Madison’s just having his way with Pierre so far in this one. What does Pierre have to do to get control of this match?

Grayson: Get out of the corner for one. If Madison’s got him on the ground, it’s over. If Madison’s got him in the corner, it’s over. Pierre needs to stay on the offense and keep this match fast.

Madison grabs Pierre, brings him from out of the corner and whips him into the ropes. When Pierre comes back, Madison throws out a clothesline. But Pierre ducks and runs into the ropes. When Pierre comes back, Madison leaps up for a Lou Thesz Press. But Pierre catches him in mid air, counters with an inverted atomic drop and follows up with a DDT to cheers from the crowd. He turns over and makes the cover.

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Madison kicks out.

Pierre picks up Madison and moves him into the corner. He unleashes a series of knee strikes of his own to cheers from the crowd. He then steps back and lights up Madison’s chest with chops to cheers from the crowd. Pierre then moves Madison from out of the corner and goes for an irish whip. But Madison reverses, sending Pierre into the ropes. When Pierre comes back, Madison jumps up for the Lou Thesz Press. But Pierre slides underneath Madison. Once Madison lands on his feet, he turns into a kick from Pierre. Madison ends up catching Pierre’s foot to block the attack. Pierre then goes to counters with an enzuigiri. But Madison ducks as Pierre lands face down on the mat. Madison quickly goes down and tries to wrap up Pierre in an STF. But Pierre wiggles his way over to the ropes before Madison can get the move fully locked on.

Grayson: Once again, Pierre is lucky that those ropes were nearby.

Clement: It seems that when Madison’s not in control, he’s ducking and blocking everything that Pierre’s thrown at him.

After Pierre pulls himself up using the ropes, both men circle the ring. They then inch towards each other. After motioning for a lock up, Pierre tries to shoot in on Madison. But Madison sprawls, blocking the move. With one arm around Pierre’s neck, Madison uses his free arm to punch Pierre in the ribs and in the side of the head. He then spins around, mounting on top of Pierre’s back. Madison quickly hammers down with rights and lefts to the back of Pierre's head. The crowd boos as Madison continues his assault. But Thankfully for Pierre, he turtles to protect himself. With Pierre’s head now covered, Madison gets off of Pierre’s back and positions himself to the side. While pressing down on Pierre’s back with his hands, Madison proceeds to deliver a series of knee strikes to the ribs to boos from the crowd. There’s one knee that causes Pierre to flinch before flattening out on the canvas. He then pushes Pierre over onto his back and makes the cover.

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Pierre gets his shoulder up.

Clement: Pierre really needs to get something going in this one.

Grayson: At this rate, he’s not going to last for much longer...

Madison quickly grabs the arm that Pierre’s lifted up, presses it up against the canvas and slowly transitions into a keylock to boos from the crowd. But Pierre, in a moment of panic, is able to reach his left leg underneath the bottom rope, forcing Madison to break the hold.

Ref: ONE… TWO… THREE… FOUR…

Madson reluctantly lets go of the hold. He then reaches over, pulls up Pierre and moves him into the corner. He proceeds to unleash a combination of rights and lefts to the body to boos from the crowd. Madison then takes Pierre and whips him into the opposite corner. He run across the ring. But he runs right into a boot to the face to cheers from the crowd. After shaking off the attack, Madison runs back into the corner. But this time, he runs into an elbow to the face to cheers from the crowd. As Madison stumbles back, Pierre runs from out of the corner and knocks him down with The Golden Kick to cheers from the crowd.

Clement: There we go, Pierre. Will this be enough?

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Madison kicks out.

Pierre picks up Madison and goes for an irish whip. But Madison reverses, sending Pierre into the ropes. When Pierre comes back, Madison bends over to set up a back body drop. But Pierre counters with a kick square to the face. As Madison stands up and stumbles back, Pierre runs back into the ropes. When Pierre comes back, Madison brings him down with a Lou Thesz Press. He then mounts himself on top of Pierre and rains down 12-to-6 elbows to boos from the crowd. When Pierre looks to be about out of it, Madison makes the cover.

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TH-NO!

Pierre gets his shoulder up to cheers from the crowd.

Clement: Pierre may have gotten his shoulder up. But he still looks to be almost out of it after those elbows.

Madison picks up Pierre and whips him hard chest-first into the corner. As Pierre stumbles back, Madison hooks his arms from behind and goes for a Dragon Suplex. But Pierre counters with a wheelbarrow victory roll to cheers from the crowd.

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Madison kicks out.

As both men get up, Madison goes to take Pierre’s head off with a clothesline. But Pierre ducks. When Madison turns around, he turns right into a roundhouse kick that drops him to one knee. After measuring up Madison, Pierre nails him with a superkick to cheers from the crowd.

Clement: Pierre nailed him right in the kisser!

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Madison gets his shoulder up to boos from the crowd.

Pierre picks up Madison, scoops him up from the side and delivers a backbreaker to cheers from the crowd. He then picks Madison back up, brings him into the corner and sits him down across the top turnbuckle. After climbing up to the second ropes, Pierre goes for an avalanche back drop suplex. But Madison blocks the move. So Pierre punches him in the ribs before trying for another avalanche back drop suplex. But again, Madison blocks the move. Madison then nails Pierre with several elbows to the face until Pierre falls and lands on his back.

Grayson: … and that’s why they call it high risk, Kev.

The crowd boos as Madison stands up and turns around on the top turnbuckle. After sizing Pierre up, Madison leaps off and connects with a diving double foot stomp to boos from the crowd. He crawls over and makes the cover.

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THRE-NO!

Pierre gets his shoulder up to cheers from the crowd.

Grayson: How did he get up from that?

Clement: Heart. The man’s got heart.

Madison picks up Pierre and whips him into the corner. Madison then runs across the ring and connects with a running yakuza kick to boos from the crowd. After grabbing Pierre and bringing him from out of the corner, Madison turns Pierre around, grabs him around the waist and delivers a German Suplex. He then rolls over, pulls Pierre back up and delivers another German. After rolling over and pulling Pierre back up, Madison goes for a third German. But Pierre blocks it. So Madison tries for the suplex again. But once again, Pierre blocks the move. Pierre then delivers several elbows to the face until the hold is broken. Once free, Pierre turns around, grabs Madison and whips him into the ropes. When Madison comes back, Pierre connects with Levels to cheers from the crowd.

Clement: Pierre clocked Madison with that kick to the face!

Pierre steps out onto the apron and waits for Madison to get up. When Madison gets into position, Pierre plants him with a 720 DDT to cheers from the crowd. He makes the cover.

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THR-NO!

Madison gets his shoulder up to boos from the crowd.

Clement: So close...

After throwing Madison down with a scoop slam, Pierre steps through the ropes and begins to climb the turnbuckles. Once he reaches the top, Pierre jumps off and goes for a frog splash. But Madison gets his knees up, causing Pierre to crash across them to boos from the crowd.

Clement: Oh no!

Grayson: I bet that hurt, especially after the way Madison was already working over the midsection.

Madison picks up Pierre, lifts him up and throws him down with the Backiotomy. He then follows up with the Peruvian Necktie to boos from the crowd. As Madison cinches in the hold, Pierre taps out as the crowd boos.

“Immortal” plays to boos from the crowd.

Cruz: Here is your winner, CHRIS MADISON!

Madison gets his arm raised to boos from the crowd.

Clement: Chris Madison was successful in his FGA as he forced Pierre J. Harris to submit to the Peruvian Necktie.

Grayson: Pierre fought admirably. He was just outclassed by the better wrestler tonight. He’s still got the Rey del Aire to look forward to. As far as Madison goes… if Tommy Knox is just as good as Chris Madison, then the FGA tag team scene is about to get turned on its head...

[FGA Office]

(The show cuts backstage to where one half of the FGA World Tag Team champions, Max Powers, is walking down the corridor with the Tag Title belt over his shoulder when he hears footsteps and an excitable voice calling out to him from behind.)

Annie Zellor: MAAAXXXXXX!

(Powers turns around just in time to find one of the #Sparklebuddies standing right in front of him, dressed in her plaid shirt and cut off denim shorts that comprise her ring attire. A wide smile on her face as she looks up at Max.)

Max Powers: Oh, hi Annie.

Annie Zellor: Hey Max, how are you? How come you're wandering around back here all alone?

Max Powers: Uh… um… well… I was jus--

(Max is saved somewhat as the other half of the #Sparklebuddies, Laurel Anne Hardy, finally catches up with her tag partner.)

Laurel Anne Hardy: Annie-chan, don't bother Max.

(A look of horror flashes across the face of Zellor upon hearing the words Annie-chan, albeit only for a moment before she turns to face Max.)

Annie Zellor: I didn't mean to bother you, sorry, Max.

Max Powers: It’s okay, Annie. You weren’t bothering me. I had just came from talking with Landon. He’s got a big match with you guys tonight. I just wanted to make sure that everything is going to go smoothly on his end.

Laurel Anne Hardy: Everything’s gonna go smoothly on all three of our ends… wait, can something have three ends? Whatever, either way, Super Mario #Sparklebuddies are gonna rock the roof off this place tonight. I called the superintendent ahead of time to let him know that. And I promise both Team Mario and Team #Sparkle both notch up more double-yous tonight.

(Hardy sucks in her cheek for second.)

Laurel Anne Hardy: Speaking of which, since we’re assembled...

(Powers smirks to himself; he knows exactly what is coming.)

Laurel Anne Hardy: Have you considered Annie’s challenge for Above & Beyond III? Super Mario Wrestling Bros versus #Sparklebuddies for the FGA World Tag Team titles...

Max Powers: I have actually...

(Annie and Laurel look to each other excitedly.)

Max Powers: You guys are a pretty good tag team. The match you had with the Young Guns was great. The match with Sex Sells? That could very easily end up being the match of the year. There isn’t a doubt in my mind that a match between the Red ‘n’ Green in the #Sparklebuddies would be just as good, if not better.

(Laurel nods her head in agreement as Annie smiles from ear to ear.)

Max Powers: It’s just that… well…

(Laurel widens her eyes, almost as if she’s anticipating the bad news. Max takes a hard gulp. He wants to say no. But he knows how disappointed Annie will be. He knows that he could be potentially screwing over Landon if he declines this offer. He also knows that Laurel could probably drop him right where he stands if he gives the wrong answer. Max begins to tug at his collar with his index finger while giving a sheepish grin.)

Max Powers: ...you guys really haven’t done anything to deserve this title shot. You never won any number one contenders match. Heck, you didn’t even win the Dynamic Duos! So because of that…

(Max sees that the #Sparklebuddies are hanging on his every word. Annie thinks she’s knows what’s coming next as her bottom lip begins to quiver. Max purses his lips, knowing that the #Sparklebuddies won’t be the only ones disappointed if he says no.)

Max Powers: I uh…. I uh… I’m sorry guys, but I’m going to have to say no.

(Max drops his head, almost as if he’s ashamed of his decision.)

Annie Zellor: B-but...

Laurel Anne Hardy: You don’t want that match on your resume?

Annie Zellor: Think of the fans, think how awesome a match we'd be able to put on!

Max Powers: My mind is made up...

(He says as he starts to walk away, pausing after a few steps as he turns to face a couple of distraught looking #Sparklebuddies. A sly smile forms as he heads back over to them.)

Max Powers: ...Just kidding, we'll be happy to face you at Above & Beyond III!

(Annie’s face breaks into a grin, and she turns and hugs Laurel, bouncing up and down.)

Annie Zellor: Thank you, Max! Thank you!

[FGA Office]

Saul Weaver vs. Tommy Knox

'Wake Up' by Rage Against The Machine tears through the venue, drowning out the mixed reaction that's being cast towards the stage from the audience. With very little regard for suspense or building tension, Saul Weaver appears, scowling down towards the ring.

Cruz: The following contest is scheduled for one fall! Introducing first, from Pagosa Springs, Colorado! Weighing in at 243 pounds! He is "The Voice of Reason", SAUL WEAVER!

Weaver charges down the ramp and uses his momentum to slide underneath the bottom rope, entering the ring and rising to his feet. He looks ready to fight and wastes little time in show boating.

Clement: The voice of reason was success in his last time out. Will he be able to do the same here?

Grayson: I know this much. He matches up a lot better against Tommy Knox than Pierre did Chris Madison. I expect this fists to fly early in this one.

The guitars begin to sound as "American High" by Machine Head plays over the speakers. The lights dim and the entrance stage fills with smoke as bright green and white strobe lights flicker over the building. The guitars in the intro begin to scream heavily as it echoes over the building. A bright white light shines from the entrance way as the silhouette of a man stands there. The guitars then begin to play heavy as Tommy Knox walks out from the back and out into the open. He stands there on the stage for a moment with his arms by his side as he looks over the building before moving his body with the music and banging his head. He then begins to walk down the aisle as a loud voice fills the air.[/p]

Cruz: And his opponent, representing The Black Hand! From Long Beach, California! Weighing in at 235 pounds! He is "The American Highlife", TOMMY KNOX!

"I was that kid sittin' over
in the corner,
smiling with a shit-eating
grin
And I was that kid smilin' in
the back of class
'cause I'm fryin' on mescaline
I was that kid drinkin' 40's
on the bleachers
getting drunk after school
Gettin' home too late,
fallin' on my face,
way too drunk to skate
and actin' a fool"

The song continues to play over the speakers with power as Knox slowly approaches the ring. He then slides into the ring and climbs to his feet. He walks around the ring for a moment just before walking over to the corner and looking over the crowd once more. He then climbs the turnbuckle and holds his arms out looking above pumping his fist with the music. He then jumps down and spins around facing the center of the ring by the time he lands on his feet. Bouncing back and forth, staring across the ring in the opposing corner, Knox prepares himself as the music slowly begins to fade.

Clement: The other half of The Black Hand, Tommy Knox, is looking for a W out of the gate like his buddy, Chris Madison.

Grayson: I was impressed with Madison’s ability to ground a guy like Pierre. Pierre J. Harris is known for his unorthodox style, yet Madison was able to neutralize him. Can Knox do the same to a guy like Saul Weaver?

The bell sounds as both men lock up. After jockeying for position, Saul places Knox in a side headlock. But Knox is able to shove Weaver off of him and into the ropes. When Weaver comes back, he knocks down Knox with a running shoulder block to cheers from the crowd. He drops down and makes the cover.

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Knox kicks out.

Weaver runs into another set of ropes as Knox gets back up to his feet. When Weaver comes back, he knocks down Knox with another running shoulder block to cheers from the crowd. He drops down and makes the cover.

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Knox kicks out.

Weaver runs into another set of ropes as Knox gets back up to his feet. When Weaver comes back, Knox leap frogs over him, sending Weaver into the ropes. When Weaver comes back, Knox goes for a hip toss. But Weaver blocks it and counters with a lariat to cheers from the crowd. He makes the cover.

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Knox kicks out.

Clement: A quick series of near falls there by Weaver. Though he nearly knocked the air out of Knox with that lariat.

Grayson: I’m sure he’ll be able to bounce back...

Weaver picks up Knox, moves him into the corner and delivers a series of knife-edge chops. He then brings Knox from out of the corner and goes for an irish whip. When Knox comes back, Weaver bends over to set up a back body drop. But Knox knocks him down with a high knee lift to boos from the crowd.

Grayson:He shouldn’t have telegraphed that so much...

As Weaver gets up, Knox grabs him by the arm and wrings it. After yelling something at Weaver, Knox delivers another arm wringer to boos from the crowd. He then tries to yank the arm from out of this socket, sending Weaver down to one knee in pain. The ref goes over and asks Weaver if he wants to give up. But Weaver refuses to quit. Once Weaver gets back to his feet, Knox yanks the arm again, sending him back down to one knee. The ref again checks on Weaver and asks him if he wants to quit. But Weaver doesn’t want to throw in the towel. After getting back up to his feet, Weaver reaches over, grabs Knox by the wrist and reverses into an arm wringer of his own to cheers from the crowd.

Clement: How about that reversal by Weaver?

The crowd cheers as Knox winces in pain. Weaver delivers a clubbing shot to the arm before delivering another arm wringer. He then tries to yanks the arm from out of its socket before delivering another arm wringer. Knox quickly drops down to one knee as he cringes in pain. The ref asks him if he wants to give up. But Knox refuses to quit. After Knox gets back to his feet, Weaver delivers an arm breaker across his shoulder to cheers from the crowd. He then goes for another arm wringer. But he’s met with a kick to the midsection to boos from the crowd. After Knox shakes his arm, he takes Weaver and goes for an irish whip. But Weaver reverses, sending Knox into the ropes. When Knox comes back, Weaver goes for a back body drop. But Knox slips down from behind. He then grabs Weaver around the waist to set up a German Suplex. But Weaver blocks the move and then counters with an elbow to the face, breaking the hold. After performing a standing switch, grabs Knox from behind and applies a crossface chickenwing to cheers from the crowd.

Clement: Chickenwing! Weaver’s got the crossface chickenwing applied! Weaver was working over the arm as it is. How much longer will Knox be able to hold on?

The crowd continues to cheer as Knox flails around his free arm. As the ref goes over to check on Knox, Knox grabs the ref by his shirt and pulls him close to him. While the ref is trying to get free, Knox takes advantage of the distraction by delivering a mule kick. The crowd boos as Saul slowly drops down to all fours.

Clement: Oh come on!

Grayson: Whaaaat? I didn’t see anything...

After seeing this, the ref asks Knox if he low blowed Weaver. But Knox swears up and down that he did nothing, eliciting more boos from the crowd. As the ref then goes to check on Weaver, Knox tries to shake off the pain in his arm. Once he’s satisfied with how the arm is feeling, Knox goes over and puts the boots to Weaver. He then picks Weaver up, heads into the corner and slams his head into the top turnbuckle. He then places Weaver in a side headlock and rakes his eye along the top rope to boos from the crowd. Once Knox lets go, Weaver stumbles into a nearby corner. As Knox approaches from behind, he reaches out and rakes down across Weaver’s back, causing Weaver to arch his back in pain. After turning Weaver around, Knox delivers a series of shoulder thrusts to the midsection. He then follows up with a series of knee strikes, leaving Weaver doubled over in the corner. After lifting up Weaver’s head by his chin with one hand, Knox uses the other to pop him with a hard punch to the face. Knox then takes Weaver and whips him into the opposite corner. After sizing him up, Knox runs across the ring. But Weaver nails him with an elbow to the face to cheers from the crowd. As Knox stumbles back, Weaver heads out of the corner and throws out a running lariat. But Knox ducks, grabs Weaver from behind, lifts him up and delivers an atomic drop. He then grabs Weaver by the hair and follows up with a mat slam to boos from the crowd. Knox then drops down and makes the cover.

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Weaver kicks out.

Knox picks up Weaver and whips him into the ropes. When Weaver comes back, Knox scoops him up and delivers a spinning backbreaker to boos from the crowd. He then picks up Weaver, scoops him up from the side and delivers a backbreaker to boos from the crowd. He makes the cover.

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Weaver gets his shoulder up.

Knox picks up Weaver, grabs him from the side and delivers a russian leg sweep to boos from the crowd. He then steps through the ropes, climbs up to the top turnbuckle and crouches down. Once Weaver gets up and turns around, Knox stands up and leaps off, going for a flying cross body. But Weaver is able to roll through it to cheers from the crowd.

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Knox kicks out.

Clement: Weaver almost had the win there!

As both men scramble to get back to a vertical base, Knox grabs Weaver and brings him down with a swinging neckbreaker to boos from the crowd. He then picks up Weaver and positions him for a piledriver. But Weaver blocks and counters with an Alabama Slam to cheers from the crowd. Weaver makes the cover.

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Knox gets his shoulder up to boos from the crowd.

Clement: Great counter there by Weaver, but it only gets two.

Grayson: This is the second time that Knox was close to losing this contest. Weaver’s got him reeling...

Weaver picks up Knox, grabs him by the wrist and goes for a short-arm clothesline. But Knox ducks, grabs Weaver from behind and places him in a full nelson to boos from the crowd.

Grayson: … and how wrong was I?

Clement: Knox’s got the full nelson applied!

Knox presses down as hard as he can across the back of Weaver’s neck. The ref asks him if he wants to give up. But Weaver refuses to quit. Since Weaver won’t quit, Knox then nearly dumps him on his head with a full nelson suplex to boos from the crowd. He crawls over and makes the cover.

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Weaver gets his shoulder up to cheers from the crowd.

Knox picks up Weaver and sets him up for a DDT. But Weaver grabs Knox, hoists him up, runs across the ring and throws him down across the top turnbuckle to cheers from the crowd. As Weaver climbs the ropes, Knox attacks him with a series of punches. But Weaver is able to block and counter with an uppercut that rocks Knox. Weaver then grabs Knox and delivers a superplex to cheers from the crowd.

Clement: Superplex! That’s got to be it...

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Knox gets his shoulder up to boos from the crowd.

Weaver picks up Knox and whips him into the ropes. When Knox comes back, Weaver picks him up, spins and throws him down with a spinebuster to cheers from the crowd. After rolling away from Knox, Weaver pulls himself up using the ropes. He then leans up against the ropes as he waits for Knox to get in position.

Clement: Could we see a spear here?

Grayson: What else would it be?

Once Knox gets up and turns around, Weaver goes for a spear. But Knox counters with a high knee lift to boos from the crowd. He then picks up Weaver and plants him with the Sativa Spike. With Weaver down, Knox steps through the ropes an climbs the turnbuckles…

Clement: Knox is looking to go up top to put this one away.

Grayson: High risk, high reward...

Once Knox reaches the top, he leaps off and connects with the American Highlife to boos from the crowd. He hooks the leg…

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“American High” plays over the PA to boos from the crowd.

Cruz: Here is your winner, TOMMY KNOX!

Knox gets his arm raised to boos from the crowd.

Clement: What a match that was? Tommy Knox was able to best Saul Weaver in his FGA debut!

Grayson: That makes the Black hand two for two tonight. I hope that everyone in FGA, especially the tag team division, were taking notes. That’s the team that everyone’s going to have to be on the lookout for from now on...

[FGA Office]

The following public service announcement was paid for by The Friends of Johnny Karma

[We open on an image of the FWA lion, which slowly changes to a picture of the Frontier Lions Cup]

Voice Over: Alexia Brandt, Johnny Blayze, Alison James, Wade Nolan, Sean Sands. Can any of you say where they are now?

[We cut to Johnny Karma wearing a suit as he sits in a chair in an important-looking office, with his feet on the desk revealing the white socks he has underneath his suit, and he's looking at the camera]

Karma: Good evening, my name is...well you know what my name is, and if you don't already know...the heck is wrong with you???

[Karma gives a disgusted look to camera]

Karma: Sitting here on this fine July day, wishing I was out in the sun rather than in this stuffy office wearing this itchy suit, I can tell you that I know exactly where each and every one of them are: they're gone, split, outta here - they are not Frontier Lions, they are Frontier Weasels, scurrying back to their weasel-holes the first opportunity they got like the losers they all were.

These are not the people you want representing the FWA in the Frontier Lions Cup, you want someone reliable, someone you trust, someone you can look up to.

[Karma fixes his tie before he flashes a smile to camera]

Karma: Men, women and children of the FWA galaxy, when the Frontier Lions Cup comes and you are looking for someone to throw your support behind, give your support to the man, the myth...the 2014 Frontier Lions Cup winner, Johnny Karma. You know it makes sense.

[Karma loosens his tie again, takes his feet off the desk, and looks straight to camera]

Karma: I am Johnny Karma, and you bet your bottom dollar that I approve of this message. Thank you for your time.

[Karma flashes another smile]

[FGA Office]

(The scene opens up in the back. Riley Owens is sitting in the locker room area; in his hand is a cup of water. He takes a couple of sips before tossing the empty cup across to room into the trash can. )

Owens: What does it take to be considered a “legend?”

(Riley sighs a bit.)

Owens: If you win a couple of high-profile matches and couple of titles, does that make you a “legend?”

(Riley shakes his head.)

Owens: By those standards, that “should” make Kevin Hardaway a legend right? I mean, he’s been in FGA almost since its inception haven’t you? You were also the first FGA Pride Champion. You used to be a hero. When The Murder were running ramped throughout the company, you were one of the few people to stand up to them.

You “should” be a legend.

(Riley laughs lightly.)

Owens: But, you aren’t a legend Kevin; heck you aren’t even a great anymore.

Kevin, last week you bragged about all the “great” things that you have accomplished here. You stood in the middle of that ring and told tales of battling The Murder, Chris Q, and Chandler Scott.

The fact that you had to come out and remind everyone of your accomplishments speaks a lot Kevin. If you were a true legend, those accomplishments would have already been on the minds of me and all the fans out there.

(Riley shakes his head.)

Owens: I can’t deny what you have done here in FGA. But, I can say that the name “Kevin Hardaway” has lost a lot of its luster. Kevin, let’s be honest; for a long time here in FGA, you were pretty much irrelevant. You had to turn on Chris Bond, you had to beat someone half to death before people began to start to pay attention to you.

(Riley chuckles a bit.)

Owens: I understand what this is Kevin. You are just reaching, grasping for anything that will put you back in the spotlight.

You’re probably scared to death of going up against Jimmy; so he’s probably not on your radar at the moment. You’re arrogant, you probably discredit Chaz Holiday. And you probably couldn’t find a partner to challenge SMWB to save your life.

...So you turn to Riley Owens.

(Riley stares directly into the camera.)

Owens: Did I look like an “easy target” Kevin?

Did you think I’d be someone who you could just push around?

Kevin, let me say this; I’ve been nothing less than fearless since joining FGA. I didn’t fear Dom Harter when I faced him; I didn’t fear Jimmy when I faced him—and I don’t fear you.

If it is a fight that you want, then I can provide that. But, if you view me as stepping-stone to try and rejuvenate your legacy in this company, then you are nothing more than a fool.

(Riley nods his head.)

Owens: But Kevin, let me ask you something. Many people didn’t believe in me when I came into FGA, but I proved them wrong; and now I’m standing here as YOUR Pride Champion.

So Kevin, what happens to you after I prove myself in the ring, once again? What happens to Kevin Hardaway when Riley Owens defies the odds for the millionth time here in FGA?

What happens to you after I beat you?

Kevin, I know how you like to name drop. Ha, maybe you’ll end up like Jack Reynolds: look at where he is now—disgraced, nearly forgotten, and out of this Business!

(The scene fades out.)

[FGA Office]

Jared James vs. Caspian Cicero

The lights dim simultaneously on out in the FRONTIER Grappling Arts arena as it does, it plunges into darkness and “The Shame of Life” by The Butthole Surfers can be heard over the PA sound system which can be heard playing across the Frontier Grappling Arts arena.

After a few minutes of listening to the fans “The Backdoor Bandit” Caspian Cicero comes walking out from behind the black curtains, as he does a Pink piercing light comes shining down upon him illuminating his figure can be seen being illuminating under the lights as he stands in the entrance aisle looking out into the darkness that surrounds him for a few seconds.

Caspian soaks in the boos, and hate chants from the fans. His eyes burn with intensity and hate, his body pounding with adrenaline with blood lust on his mind as he makes his way down to the ring. As Cicero's theme music continues to be heard across the arena, the voice of Manny Cruz can be heard introducing Cicero. Caspian continues to stand under the piercing white light a for a little longer before dropping down to his knees and raising his arms up into the air (Randy Orton style) as Cruz can be heard introducing him.

Cruz: The following contest is scheduled for one fall! Introducing first, from San Fernando, California! Weighing in at 210 pounds! He is "The Backdoor Bandit" CASPIAN CICERO!

As his name is heard, the fans can be heard near the isle chanting, and shouting as they make their hatred for Cicero known, Caspian slowly walks on down the aisle, once at ringside he walks around to the steel steps and slowly walks on up them before entering the ring finally and climbing up the nearest turnbuckle and throwing out his arms (viva la Randy Orton) soaking in the jeers, and chants being shown toward him before jumping down and awaiting his opponent to come on out from behind the black curtain to do battle.

Clement: Caspian Cicero has created quite a stir thanks to his… unique nickname. But will it be his in-ring skills that gains him even more notoriety here in FGA?

Grayson: Maybe? Hopefully? Cicero is another name that’s been entered into the Rey del Aire. A win in your FGA debut, especially against a guy like Jared James, would do wonders.

The familiar riff of Washed Out's "Feel It All Around" permeates through the arena as Jared James, joined with Dexter Wolfe at his side, slowly waltzes out from the backstage area. A slight grin on his face, James paces his way down to the ring with Wolfe slightly trailing. During this short journey, he periodically stops to high five fans in attendance.

Cruz: And his opponent, being accompanied to the ring by Dexter Wolfe! From Des Moines, Iowa! Weighing in at 187 pounds... JARED JAMES!

Once at the ring, he rolls onto the mat and in one motion hops up onto his feet before running into the far corner -- jumping up to the second rope. He throws both arms into the air, enthusiasm plastered across his face, before jumping down to the mat once more and heading into his corner where he sits on the bottom rope in anticipation for his upcoming bout.

Clement: Jared James was confronted by an old foe in Chandler Scott to kick off tonight’s taping. How will that affect him in this contest?

Grayson: It better have zero effect on him. Jared’s got the Frontier Lions Cup to think about. He’s got Caspian to think about! If Jared’s mind is off focusing on something else, Caspian could use that to his advantage. Caspian could make a name for himself with a win here if Jared is distracted.

The bell sounds as Cicero sends Jared to the mat with a double leg takedown. The crowd boos as Cicero mounts himself on top of Jared and hammers away with a series of right hands to the face. He then picks up Jared, heads into the corner and slams his head into the top turnbuckle. After turning Jared around, Cicero unleashes a series of knife-edge chops to boos from the crowd. He then takes Jared and whips him into the opposite corner. Cicero runs across the ring to attack Jared. Jared ducks the oncoming attacks and sends Cicero over the top rope with a fireman’s carry. Cicero lands on his feet on the apron. Nut Jared quickly connects with a back flip kick, knocking Cicero off the apron and to the floor.

Clement: The Pele Kick sends Cicero to the floor!

As Cicero gets up on the outside, Jared runs into the ropes. When Jared comes back, he knocks Cicero down with a suicide dive to cheers from the crowd.

crowd: JARED! JARED! JARED! JARED!...

Jared picks up Cicero and rolls him back into the ring. As Jared rolls himself back in, Cicero kicks Jared in the ribs to boos from the crowd. He then picks up Jared, moves him into the ropes and delivers a series of shoulder thrusts to the midsection. He then takes Jared and whips him into the ropes. When Jared comes back, Cicero bends over to set up a back body drop. But Jared counters with a sunset flip to cheers from the crowd.

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Cicero kicks out.

As both men get up, Cicero rakes Jared across the eyes to boos from the crowd. After a kick to the midsection, Cicero connects with a roundhouse kick to the skull to boos from the crowd. He then turns Jared over and makes the cover.

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Jared kicks out.

Clement: Cicero’s has surprisingly gotten the better of Jared in this one.

Grayson: Maybe he is distracted...

Cicero picks up Jared and goes for a vertical suplex. But Jared slips down from behind, grabs Cicero and runs into the ropes. Cicero then hooks his arms underneath the top rope and jerks back, sending Jared falling down to the canvas. After Jared rolls up to his feet, Cicero runs over and throws out a clothesline. But Jared ducks and runs into the ropes. When Jared comes back, he takes down Cicero with a hurricanrana to cheers from the crowd. As Cicero gets back up, Jared runs over to attack. But Cicero ducks and dumps him over the top rope. But Jared is able to land on his feet. When Cicero turns around, Jared nails him with a shoulder thrust through the ropes. Jared then pulls Cicero through the ropes and nails him with a knee lift, sending Cicero stumbling back. While Cicero is still dazed, Jared springboards onto the top turnbuckle, leaps off and connects with a missile dropkick to cheers from the crowd. Jared then picks up Cicero and throws him down with a snap suplex to cheers from the crowd. After Jared steps through the ropes, he climbs up to the top turnbuckle, leaps off and connects with a flying elbow drop to cheers from the crowd. Jared then picks up Cicero, kicks him in the midsection and then delivers the I-35 Drive to cheers from the crowd. He makes the cover.

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“Feel It All Around” blasts over the PA as the crowd explodes in cheers.

Cruz: Here is your winner, JARED JAMES!

Dexter gets into the ring and raises Jared’s arm to cheers from the crowd.

Clement: Despite a couple of missteps, Jared picks up the win!

Grayson: The Frontier Lions Cup is less than a month away. This will be the biggest night of that man’s life. He’ll need all the momentum in the world to help carry him through that tournament.

[FGA Office]

August 23, 2014
James L. Knight Center
Miami, FL

[FGA Office]

6-Man Tag Match
Kevin Hardaway, Johnny Karma, Larkyn vs. Sparklebuddies, Landon Knight

[The arena lights flash a myriad of different colours in tune with John Bonham’s epic drum intro to “When the Levee Breaks” fills the arena, and at the exact microsecond that the flawless combination of Robert Plant’s harmonica and Jimmy Page’s riff starts The Man, The Myth, The Johnny Karma swaggers out onto the top of the ramp to greet his adoring public, coming to a stop on top of the ramp to blow a kiss to all his fans in attendance who paid to see him and only him this evening and stands there with his hands on his hips to bask in their adulation as Cherry Baum stands by his side to present him to the crowd]

[Karma struts down the ramp towards the ring, making sure not a single hair is out of place on his head, waving and chatting to the members of his adoring public that surround him whilst he walks down to the ring]

[The pair reach ringside, as Cherry climbs onto the apron and holds the ropes open for her man. Karma waves to the luckiest fans of all, those at ringside as he performs, before bounding up the ring steps and stepping through the gap Cherry has created for him into the ring]

Clement: Despite losing to Cyncity at All-Star Showdown III, Karma was able to recover from that loss with a win over Pierre J. Harris.

Grayson: With that win, Karma advanced to the Frontier Lions Cup. He’s the only man from last year’s tournament that was able to qualify for this year’s. The reason for that is simple. Karma’s the real deal. He’s got staying power. The Karmic Lion is determined to add the Frontier Lions Cup to his collection.

[Karma briskly walks across the ring, climbing the turnbuckles and raises an arm into the air, holding up one finger to remind us all of one simple truth – He’s #1]

[Karma climbs down, then walks across the ring and climbs the opposite turnbuckles, looking out into the crowd who have paid for the privilege of watching him wrestle, before unzipping his track top to reveal his chiselled physique. He removes his dark glasses and places them in his jacket pocket, before climbing down]

[As he stands in the ring, Cherry Baum takes the house mic]

Cherry Baum: Introducing first, the only person in this match to qualify for the 2014 Frontier Lions Cup…weighing in tonight at a thick, slick, and ready to give Landon Knight's butt a damn good kick 233lbs, he hails from Queens, NYC – he is here to take the "virgin" out of Virginia, he is JOHNNY KARMA!

[Cherry steps aside and gives a round of applause as Johnny K strolls to the centre of the ring, before Cherry hands him the microphone]

Johnny Karma: Ladies and...ladies.

[Karma drops his sunglasses and winks to the crowd]

Johnny Karma: ...and partners.

[Karma turns to Hardaway and Larkyn, giving what almost looks like an appreciative nod]

Johnny Karma: While the seven runners-up for the Frontier Lions Cup are no doubt going to be taking it easy for the next few weeks so they don't ruin their chances of saying they lost to me on the night, tonight I stand here in front of all of you to say that I will give my all not just when Above & Beyond III rolls around, but in every single match I have before then to prove once again there is only one Lion in FWA, and it is the coolest, the calmest, and most Karmic Lion who ever walked the earth. Which, if you didn't get it, is me.

[Karma hands the mic back to Cherry, before performing a couple of yoga stretches]

The sounds of "23" by Miley Cyrus hits the PA System.

"I'm so fresh, man. You all scared to do it how I do it..."

"I'm.. in da club, high off purp, with my shades on.."

Larkyn Matthew steps out onto the stage, a confident look on his face, and a bounce in his step. He puts his left arm up, and right arm up, and shakes his hips as he turns around and starts twerking. He spins back around and laughs as he jogs down the aisle. He slides into the ring and climbs onto the second rope, lifting one of his arms up and flexing. The lack of muscle is embarrassing, but he doesn't care!

Cruz: And his partner, now residing out of Los Angeles, California! Weighing in at 155 pounds! He is "The American Idol" LARKYN!

Clement: Larkyn has impressed since his FGA debut several weeks back. But will tonight be the night that he finally gets his first win inside an FGA ring?

The house lights go out in the arena as the opening of "Devil's Night" by Motionless in White flares up. Strobe lights begin to go insane when the vocals blare out of the sound system as Kevin Hardaway appears in the entry way. The crowd turns sour at the very sight of him. Kevin inhales before he makes his way down the ring.

Cruz: And their partner, from Baltimore, Maryland! Weighing in at 229 pounds! He is "The Voice of the Violence" KEVIN HARDAWAY!

A few hands get kicked away as once Kevin is at ringside, he hops up on the ring apron. The lights are back to normal as they enter the ring as he heads to the nearest turnbuckle and goes up to the top buckle. Some take pictures as he steps down, inhaling once more as he does the same thing on the other side of the ring before backing into the corner as he then waits for the match to begin as his entrance song fades off.

Clement: Kevin Hardaway has shown his true colors over the past several months. We all saw what he’s done to Chris Bond. Now, he’s looking to do the same to Riley Owens,.

Grayson: Riley has had one hell of a 2014. He’s been riding a good wave as of late. But that ride may be on borrowed time. If the damage that was done to Bond is any indication as to what Hardaway’s got in store for Owens, then we may have a new Pride Champion very soon.

"Rockit" begins to play over the speakers as Landon Knight casual strolls, Scott Hall-style through the curtain. After holding his hand up to his forehand and scanning the crowd, Landon makes his ways down to the ring. He walks to both sides of the aisle, trying his hardest to slap hands with ever fan he can.

Cruz: And their opponents... introducing first, from the Mushroom World! Weighing in at 205 pounds! He is one-half of the reigning FGA World Tag Team Champions... LANDON KNIGHT!

Once he gets to ringside, he leaps up onto the apron and then slingshots himself into the ring. Landon heads into the corner, springboards up to the middle rope and holds his fists in the air to cheers from the crowd.

Clement: It’s now official! At Above & Beyond III, it’s going to be the Sparklebuddies challenging the Super Mario Wrestling Bros for the World Tag Team Titles. That one should be great.

Grayson: It should be great. You want to know what would be even better? If Landon left these two high and dry. I’m sure Karma, Larkyn and Hardaway wouldn’t mind softening up the Sparklebuddies for the SMWB.

Clement: The SMWB have more integrity than that?

Grayson: … you sure?

“Jager Yoga” by CSS begins to play throughout the arena as pink and purple strobe lights cover the aisleway. From out behind the curtain step Laurel Anne Hardy and Annie Zellor to cheers from the crowd. They both make their way down to the ring in their matching ring attires, slapping hands with the fans on either side of the aisle.

Cruz: And his partner, weighing in at a combined weight of 263 pounds! They are the team of Laurel Anne Hardy and Annie Zellor, THE SPARKLEBUDDIES!

Annie runs up the ring steps and vaults over the top rope as Laurel gingerly rolls in under the bottom rope. They both get up on opposite corners where Annie raises a fist while Laurel takes a stage bow, flapping her colourful feather boa around. Then they both jump down and hug before taking their corner.

Grayson: The Sparklebuddies have been granted the title shot that they’ve longed for. But Hardy doesn’t look too pumped about it.

Clement: She just did compete in a deathmatch for another promotion fairly recently. You can see the bandaged on her. You can see the grimace on her face. Hopefully this doesn't affect her too much in this one.

The bell sounds as Landon and Larkyn start things off with a lock up. After jockeying for position, Larkyn places Landon in a side headlock. But Landon quickly shoves Larkyn off of him and into the ropes. When Larkyn comes back, Landon knocks him down with a standing shoulderblock to cheers from the crowd. He then runs into the ropes as Larkyn kips back up. When Landon comes back, Larkyn leap frogs over him. Landon continues to run into the ropes. When Landon comes back, he takes Larkyn down with a tilt-a-whirl headscissors takeover to cheers from the crowd. Larkyn gets back up, but Landon knocks him down with a dropkick to cheers from the crowd. Larkyn gets back up, but Landon throws him down with an arm drag. He quickly transitions into a shoulder lock to cheers from the crowd.. The ref asks Larkyn if he wants to give up. But Larkyn refuses to quit.

Clement: Both men are known for their speed and high flying. But Landon’s gotten the better of Larkyn thus far.

Grayson: It’s still early, don’t worry.

After bringing Larkyn back up to his feet, Landon drags him over towards his corner and tags in Annie Zellor. The crowd cheers as Zellor gets in and kicks Larkyn in the midsection. She then brings Larkyn down to the mat with a Seoi Nage to cheers from the crowd. She then picks up Larkyn and places him in a side headlock. But Larkyn shoves her off of him and into the ropes. When Zellor comes back, Larkyn knocks her down with a standing shoulder block to boos from the crowd. After taunting the crowd, Larkyn runs into the ropes. When he comes back, Zellor turns over onto her stomach. So Larkyn skips over her and continues to run into the ropes. When Larkyn comes back, Zellor gets back up to her feet and leap frogs over Larkyn. When Larkyn comes back, Zellor knocks him down with a dropkick to cheers from the crowd. Larkyn gets back up, but Zellor knocks him down with another dropkick to cheers from the crowd. As Larkyn gets back up, Zellor goes for another dropkick. But Larkyn side steps and swats her down to boos from the crowd. As Zellor tries to get up, Larkyn grabs her and whips her into the ropes. When Zellor comes back, she delivers a wheelbarrow facebuster to cheers from the crowd. She makes the cover.

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Larkyn kicks out.

Zellor goes over and tags in Laurel Anne Hardy to cheers from the crowd.

As Zellor gingerly steps into the ring, she goes over and points at Hardaway to cheers from the crowd. Hardaway points his thumb to himself, as if to say “me?” Hardy nods and then motions for Hardaway to come into the ring.

Clement: Could we be getting Hardaway and Hardy right now?

Grayson: Hardy mentioned that she’s never been in the ring with him before. So yeah, this would be a first...

Hardaway looks around at the crowd before saying “fine!” He then holds his arm out, looking for the tag. So larkyn goes over to tag Hardaway in. But at the last second, Hardaway pulls his arm back and drops down to the floor to boos from the crowd.

Clement: What!?

Grayson: What is he doing!?


Hardaway taunts Hardy with a prom queen-like wave before turning and walking towards the back to boos from the crowd.

Clement: Is he… is he leaving?

Grayson: it looks like it!

Hardy walks over towards the ropes and calls Hardaway back. But Hardaway has no intention of going back. While Hardy’s back is turned, Larkyn tags in Johnny Karma. Karma quickly gets in, runs up behind Hardy, jumps up and delivers Macho Karma to boos from the crowd. As Hardy stumbles back, Karma climbs back up onto the apron, climbs up to the top turnbuckle, leaps off and connects with a flying double ax handle smash to boos from the crowd. He makes the cover.

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Hardy gets her shoulder up.

Clement: Karma took advantage of the distraction. But I still can’t believe Hardaway has walked out of this match.

Grayson: With that Pride Championship match coming up, maybe he feels he’s got better things to do...

Karma picks up Hardy and whips her hard into the corner. As Hardy stumbles out of the corner, Karma grabs her and whips her hard into the opposite corner. After her back collides with the turnbuckles, Hardy drops to her knees before falling flat to the canvas. Karma goes over, picks up Hardy, brings her back towards the center of the ring and throws her down with a scoop slam. He follows up with a fist drop before making the cover.

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Hardy gets her shoulder up.

Clement: Karma’s really working over Hardy. You mentioned the deathmatch she was just in at another promotion. We all know how much she loves to compete. But maybe she should have taken this one off. You can see that she’s not even moving as fast as she normally does.

Grayson: Laurel’s too stubborn to do something like that.

Karma picks up Hardy and whips her into the ropes. When Hardy comes back, Karma throws her down with a back body drop to boos from the crowd. Hardy can be seen arching her back in pain as Karma taunts her. He then reaches down, picks up Hardy, brings her over towards the ropes and delivers a slingshot suplex to boos from the crowd. Karma turns over and makes the cover.

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Hardy gets her shoulder up.

After picking up Hardy, Karma sizes her up before nailing her with a series of stinging left jabs. He then throws out a right hook to complete Sugar Ray Karma. But Hardy ducks and counters with a lungblower to cheers from the crowd. Hardy slowly turns over and makes the cover.

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Karma kicks out.

Clement: Good counter there by Hardy, but it only gets two.

Grayson: As we see Hardy moving around in pain like this, there must be a part of the SMWB that just love seeing her struggle like this.

Hardy picks up Karma and whips him into the ropes. When Karma comes back, Hardy delivers an Hadouken, doubling him over to cheers from the crowd. After struggling to lift Karma up onto her shoulders, she delivers a double knee gutbuster to cheers from the crowd. As Karma turns over onto his back, Hardy slowly turns and gets up to her feet. After clutching her side as she winces in pain, Hardy heads into the ropes. When Hardy comes back, she connects with a Rolling Thunder to cheers from the crowd. As Hardy sits up, she arches her back in pain. She then turns over and makes the cover.

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Karma gets his shoulder up.

Grayson: That move may have hurt her more than Karma!

Hardy gets up, limps over towards her corner and tags Zellor back in. Once Zellor gets in, she immediately turns and looks at Hardy with concern. As Hardy tells her to focus on Karma, comes picks up Hardy from behind, walks backwards towards the center of the ring and delivers a belly to back suplex to boos from the crowd.

Clement: Zellor got distracted and once again, Karma took advantage.

Karma gets up, heads into the corner and tags Larkyn back in. Once Larkyn gets back in, he stands over Zellor and taunts her before heading into the ropes. When he comes back, he connects with Bows Over Baghdad to boos from the crowd. He makes the cover.

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Zellor kicks out.

Larkyn picks up Zellor and whips her into the corner. He then runs into the corner. But Zellor nails him with a boot to the face to cheers from the crowd. As Larkyn stumbles back, Zellor motions to head out of the corner to attack. But Karma reaches over the ropes, grabs Zellor by the hair with both hands and yanks her down with a mat slam. The crowd boos as Larkyn goes back over to Zellor and puts the boots to her. He then tags Karma back in.

Clement: Come on, ref, he pulled her hair!

Karma picks up Zellor and whips her into the ropes. When Zellor comes back, Karma throws her down with a powerslam to boos from the crowd. He then gets up, picks up Zellor’s legs and motions for the Karmic Crab. but Zellor is able to counter with a modified small package to cheers from the crowd.

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Karma kicks out.

After both grapplers get up, Karma kicks her in the midsection and quickly plants her with a DDT to boos from the crowd. He turns Zellor over and makes the cover.

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Zellor gets her shoulder up.

Karma sits up Zellor and applies a rear chinlock. The ref asks Zellor if she wants to give up. But Zellor refuses to quit. So karma pulls back, causing Zellor to squeal in pain.

Clement: Karma’s wearing down Zellor with that chinlock. Can she fight through the pain? Can she fight back? Can she make her way over to her corner and make the tag?

Grayson: No, No… and no.

On the outside, both Landon and Hardy start up a “LET’S GO ANNIE!” chant. The crowd quickly gets involved by clapping their hands and stomping their feet. Zellor begins to feed off of the crowd as her arms begin to shake. She slowly turns over onto her knees before getting up to her feet. Zellor then delivers three elbows to the midsection, breaking the hold. Once free, Zellor grabs Karma and delivers a standing shiranui to cheers from the crowd.

Clement: What a maneuver by Zellor!

Grayson: Come on, Karma, get up...

Zellor begins to crawl towards her corner as both Landon and Hardy have their arms stretched out. Meanwhile, Karma slowly turns over as Larkyn is begging to be tagged back in.

Clement: Which one of these two is going to make the tag first!?

Zellor goes over and tags in Landon to cheers from the crowd. Meanwhile, Karma tags in Larkyn. Once Larkyn and Landon get in, the two run at each other. Landon then stops, hoists up Larkyn and connects with the 1-Up Uppercut to cheers from the crowd. He then picks Larkyn back up, hooks his arms, lifts him up and throws him down with the Butterfly Bom-omb to cheers from the crowd.

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Karma breaks up the pin to boos from the crowd. But the boos turn to cheers as Hardy gets in and goes after Karma. She then takes Karma and whips him into the ropes. Before Karma can even bounce back, Hardy clotheslines him over the top rope and to the floor.

Clement: Down to the outside goes Karma!

Back in the ring, Landon drop toe holds Larkyn onto the middle ropes to cheers from the crowd. With Larkyn now in perfect position, Annie gets in and throws up the #grrface before heading over towards the ropes and connecting with the Rough ‘n’ Tumble to cheers from the crowd. While Larkyn is down, Landon slingshots himself out onto the apron, springboards onto the top turnbuckle, jumps off and connects with the Goomba Stomp to cheers from the crowd. He makes the cover.

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THREE!

“Rockit” blasts over the PA as the crowd explodes in cheers.

Cruz: Here are your winners, LANDON KNIGHT and THE SPARKLEBUDDIES!

Landon, Laurel and Zellor raise each others arms to cheers from the crowd.

Clement: There was no sign of dissension in sight as the team of Landon Knight, Laurel Anne Hardy and Annie Zellor pick up the win!

Grayson: First off, the other team was down a man, so I wouldn’t start bragging just yet. Two, it’s a shame that this one and a half tag team here did work so well together. If I were Landon, I would have thrown those two to the sharks. If the Sparklebuddies make it to Miami at 100%, then Landon will kick himself for not taking advantage of this opportunity.

[FGA Office]

August 23, 2014
James L. Knight Center
Miami, FL