TJ Techniques Updates

[TJ Techniques]

STATS

WRESTLER'S FULL NAME:
Tevin Davis, Jr.

WRESTLER'S RING NAME:
TJ Techniques

WRESTLER'S NICKNAME:
The Funky Technician, The Meaning of Dope, Kool G. Grap

D.O.B.:
03.03.91

HEIGHT:
6'0"

WEIGHT:
188 lbs

ALIGNMENT:
Heel Spectrum: (1 - 4) | Tweener: (5) | Face Spectrum (6 - 10)
7

BILLED FROM:
Staten Island, New York

PRO DEBUT:
12.19.17

PICBASE:
Mack Wilds

MANAGER:
None

MOVESET

WRESTLING STYLE:
1. High Flier
2. Technical

FINISHING MOVES:
1. Don’t Sweat The Technique - Corkscrew Somersault Guillotine Leg Drop
2. Set 'Em Straight - Busaiku Knee Strike
3. Know The Ledge - Shooting Star Press

TRADEMARK MOVES:
1. Let The Rhythm Hit 'Em (Phenomenal Blitz)
2. Moonwalk DDT
3. Leaping Reverse STO
4. Shaolin Sidekick (Harlem Sidekick)
5. Buck 50 (running face wash in the corner)

COMMON MOVES:
STRIKING
- Rolling Koppu Kick
- Dropkick
- Apron Pump Kick
- Spinning Heel Kick
- Spinning Leg Sweep

GRAPPLING
- Arm Drags (regular, japanese, springboard, tilt-a-whirl, wheelbarrow)
- Hurricanrana (regular, running, slingshot, springboard)
- Spanish Fly (can also be used as a running move or off the top)
- Slingshot Flatliner

RUNNING
- Torpedo DDT
- Tiger Wall Flip
- Step-up Solebutt Kick (to cornered opponent)
- Rolling Thunder Clothesline
- Double Tilt a Whirl Headscissors

GROUND
- Snap Leg Drop
- Flashing Elbow
- Standing Mariposa

AERIAL
- Tope Con Hilo
- Springboard/Diving Tornillo
- Springboard Asai Moonsault
- Springboard Forearm Smash (off the ropes/barricade)
- Spinning Corner Splash
- Triangle Shoulder Block
- Pendulum Moonsault (off the apron)

ENTRANCE & ATTIRE

ENTRANCE MUSIC:
"Step into a World (Rapture's Delight)" by KRS-One

RING ATTIRE:
• White Headband
• Black hooded vest (entrance only)
• Black wrist tape
• Black full length tights with white and black talking bubbles with "YO! TJ" styled in the "Yo MTV Raps" font (think mid-90s HBK attire, just replace the hearts with the talking bubbles). "Peep the Technique" is written in a cursive-like across the seat of the tights.
• Black knee pads with the same "YO! TJ" talking bubble on each pad.
• Black boots.
• Black shinguards with white outlining.

RING ENTRANCE:
[center][b][i]♫ Step into a world (Klaka klaka, klaka klaka!)
Where there's no one left (Buku, buku! Alla de massive!)
But the very best (Klaka, bo bo, BDP crew, bo bo bo bo!)
No MC can test [*cut and scratch of KRS saying "but one"*] ♫[/i][/b][/center]

The beat kicks in as "Step Into a World (Rapture’s Delight)" starts to knock through the speakers. Out through the curtain steps TJ Techniques, clad in his ring attire and hooded vest. TJ peeks out underneath the hood as he looks out to the right. He does the same to his left before flinging the hood back, smacking his chest twice and pointing down in front of him with his forefingers. TJ nods his head as he makes his way down the ramp on a mission.

TJ leaps to the apron before stepping into the squared circle. He makes a beeline towards the far corner and hops up to the middle ropes. TJ scans the crowd before slapping his chest twice and pointing down in front of him with his fingers. He hops down from the corner, walks across the ring and hops to the middle ropes and scans the corner. TJ slaps his chest twice before pointing down in front of him with his forefingers. He then hops down and takes off the hooded vest before tossing it to the outside. TJ tugs away at the top rope as he readies himself for his opponent/the start of the match.

CHAMPIONSHIP ENTRANCE:
N/A

CHARACTER BACKGROUND

PERSONALITY:
A hip hop enthusiast with a love of pro wrestling. After putting in work in various promotions, TJ is looking to take the next leap in competition in FGA. Reasons for competing: experience, passion, glory.

STRENGTHS:
1. Agility. In his early 20s, TJ took up Freerunning, which evolved out of his love for breaking. A descendant art of Parkour, freerunning is a style of expression by interacting with various objects within an environment. Because of this, we may see TJ interact with many of the elements in and around the ring to his advantage (e.g. performing a tiger wall flip off the ring post to counter an irish whip).
2. Striking. At 5BBA, TJ was able to learn the basics of professional wrestling. As his training increased, TJ took up a concentration in striking during the later stages of his time at the academy. While he doesn't possess brute force, TJ's combinations are fluid and his strikes can have a bit of pop to them.
3. Fans. TJ has a genuine love and respect for the fans of wrestling. He draws strength from them in his lowest moments in the ring. Their enthusiasm inspires him to push further.

WEAKNESSES:
1. Strength. At only 205 pounds, he isn't the strongest guy on the roster and can be overpowered, depending on the matchup with his opponent.
2. Pride. He can let his pride get the better of him, which could prove costly given the situation.

TAUNTS/MANNERISMS:
1. Spinaroonie after a Scissors Kick
1. Smacking his chest twice and pointing down in front of him with his forefingers
2. Cupping his hand to his ear

Allies & Foes:

ALLIES
1. Sparrow
2.
3.
4.
5.

FOES
1. Cassius Reed
2. Silk & Cyanide
3.
4.
5.

FGA CHAMPIONSHIPS HELD:
1x FGA World Tag Team Champion
Who to Watch in 2021 Award

ADDITIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS HELD:
SWA Television Champion
ACM Duos Champion
SEP Tag Team Champion
Evolution Loch Ness Champion
LPW Freedom Champion

BACKGROUND:
TJ's journey in professional wrestling started back in 2016. He attended the same LDFC tryout camp as Maritza Diaz, Rab McKinley, Abigail Verna, Peaches and others. Unfortunately for TJ, an offer to train at LDFC wasn't extended to him. After failing to be picked up by RISE, Valero Fight Club or any of the other big name schools at the time, the man known as Tyson James seemed to disappear from wrestling. He returned to his stomping grounds in New York. It was there that he learned the ropes at 5 Boroughs Battle Academy. Once his training was complete, TJ resurfaced on the pro wrestling scene in the now defunct Sentinel Wrestling Alliance back in December 2017.

In SWA, he met some of his oldest friends in the sport, including future tag team partner Johnny Amazing. After some initial success, TJ ventured away from Colorado after SWA closed and landed in places such as Alianza Campeonato Mexicano and Evolution Wrestling. From there, TJ earned himself a roster spot in the Oceanic Wrestling Federation in early 2020. He made another leap in the summer of 2020 by joining the third incarnation of Liberty Pro.

TJ continued to build up his rep in Liberty Pro while also catching wind of Sadie San Francisco's open challenge. This was the chance that he had been waiting for. He always knew that he would one day have the ability to compete in FGA. This was an opportunity that was too good to pass up. TJ was ultimately unsuccessful in his challenge of the United States Championship. While he lost the match, he won over officials and was given a contract soon after. With his debut as a contracted talent in the Gold Rush Rumble in the books, TJ found himself in a feud with Cassius Reed. TJ spoke on how people like Cassius paved the way for him. The two split a pair of matches 1-1. After both matches, TJ looked for a handshake, only for Cassius to leave him hanging. The score was settled at All-Star Showdown IX, when TJ beat Cassius again. This time, TJ earned Cassius' respect and the two finally shook hands.

At the start of 2021, TJ volunteered Cassius to be his tag team partner. Despite Cassius' objections to teaming, TJ sold Cassius on the idea of their potential. After some initial hesitation, Cassius warmed up to the idea. While TJ saw this as an equal partnership, Cassius positioned himself as the leader between the two. TJ brushed off Cassius' brashness for the sake of the team. Now calling themselves the Renegades of Funk, the Funky Technician and the Funky Dragon won the vacant World Tag Team titles. The Renegades of Funk continued to rack up wins. But as the wins continued to come, Cassius started to grow frustrated with TJ. On two occasions, TJ accidentally knocked Cassius off the apron, sending him into the barricade. In addition, TJ grew more and more frustrated with Cassius' willingness to cheat. Things finally came to ahead at All-Star Showdown X, when the Renegades of Funk lost the titles to Silk & Cyanide. After the match, Cassius attacked TJ before injuring his leg. With the Renegades of Funk now a thing of the past, TJ is back for revenge on his former partner.

[TJ Techniques]

FINISHING MOVES:
1. Don’t Sweat The Technique - Corkscrew Somersault Guillotine Leg Drop
2. Set 'Em Straight - Busaiku Knee Strike
3. The 20th Letter - 450 Splash

WEIGHT:
197 lbs

STRIKING
- Rolling Koppu Kick
- Dropkick
- Dragon Whip
- Apron Pump Kick
- Spinning Heel Kick
- Spinning Leg Sweep

GRAPPLING
- Arm Drags (regular, japanese, springboard, tilt-a-whirl, wheelbarrow, tornillo)
- Hurricanrana (regular, running, slingshot, springboard)
- Spanish Fly (can also be used as a running move or off the top)
- Slingshot Flatliner

RUNNING
- Torpedo DDT
- Tiger Wall Flip
- Springboard spinning back kick to cornered opponent
- Forward roll into a clothesline/jumping somersault senton/Jumping Cutter
- Double Tilt a Whirl Headscissors

GROUND
- Snap Leg Drop
- Flashing Elbow
- Standing Mariposa

AERIAL
- Tope Con Hilo
- Springboard/Diving Tornillo
- Springboard Asai Moonsault
- Springboard Forearm Smash (off the ropes/barricade)
- Spinning Corner Splash
- Triangle Shoulder Block
- Pendulum Moonsault (off the apron)


ALLIES
1. Sparrow
2. Antoinette
3.
4.
5.

FOES
1. Cassius Reed
2. Laura Perelli
3. Silk & Cyanide
4. Ricky Valero
5.

FGA CHAMPIONSHIPS HELD:
1x FGA 15 Champion
1x FGA World Tag Team Champion
Who to Watch in 2021 Award

[TJ Techniques]

WEIGHT:
200 lbs

ALIGNMENT:
6

TRADEMARK MOVES:
1. Let The Rhythm Hit 'Em (Phenomenal Blitz)
2. Moonwalk DDT
3. Technical Elbow (Phenomenal Elbow)
4. Shaolin Sidekick (Harlem Sidekick)
5. Buck 50 (running face wash in the corner)

STRIKING
- Kicks (Dropkick, Rolling Koppu Kick, Spinning Heel Kick, Dragon Whip, Rolling Solebutt)
- Strikes (Forearm Smash, Shotei)
- Spinning Leg Sweep

GRAPPLING
- Arm Drags (regular, japanese, springboard, tilt-a-whirl, wheelbarrow, tornillo)
- Hurricanrana (regular, running, slingshot, springboard)
- Spanish Fly (regular, counter to a running opponent, or rope-bounce to a seated opponent on the top turnbuckle)
- Rebound Snap German Suplex

RUNNING
- Torpedo DDT
- Tiger Wall Flip
- Springboard spinning back kick to cornered opponent
- Forward roll into a Jumping Cutter
- Cartwheel back elbow to a cornered opponent
- Tilt-a-Whirl Headscissors

GROUND
- Snap Leg Drop
- Flashing Elbow
- Standing Mariposa

AERIAL
- Tope Con Hilo
- Springboard/Diving Tornillo
- Fosbury Flop
- Springboard Clothesline (off the ropes/barricade)
- Springboard Imploding Senton Plancha
- Triangle Shoulder Block
- Kickflip Moonsault off the ring post

[TJ Techniques]

STATS

WRESTLER'S FULL NAME:
Tevin Davis, Jr.

WRESTLER'S RING NAME:
TJ Techniques

WRESTLER'S NICKNAME:
The Funky Technician, The Meaning of Dope, Kool G. Grap

D.O.B.:
03.03.91

HEIGHT:
6'0"

WEIGHT:
200 lbs

ALIGNMENT:
Heel Spectrum: (1 - 4) | Tweener: (5) | Face Spectrum (6 - 10)
Heel Spectrum: (1 - 4) | Tweener: (5) | Face Spectrum (6 - 10)
7

BILLED FROM:
Staten Island, New York

PRO DEBUT:
12.19.17

PICBASE:
Carmelo Hayes

MANAGER:
None

MOVESET

WRESTLING STYLE:
1. High Flier
2. Technical

FINISHING MOVES:
1. Don’t Sweat The Technique - Somersault Corkscrew Leg Drop
2. The Wig Splitter - Jay Driller
3. Set 'Em Straight - Busaiku Knee Strike
4. The 20th Letter - 450 Splash

TRADEMARK MOVES:
1. Let The Rhythm Hit 'Em (Phenomenal Blitz)
2. Moonwalk DDT
3. Leaping Reverse STO
4. Shaolin Sidekick (Harlem Sidekick)
5. Buck 50 (running face wash in the corner)

COMMON MOVES:
STRIKING
- Kicks (Dropkick, Rolling Koppu Kick, Spinning Heel Kick, Dragon Whip, Spinning Back Kick, Apron Pump Kick)
- Strikes (Forearm Smash, Shotei)
- Spinning Leg Sweep

GRAPPLING
- Arm Drags (regular, japanese, rolling, tilt-a-whirl, wheelbarrow, tornillo)
- Hurricanrana (regular, running, slingshot, springboard)
- Spanish Fly (regular, counter to a running opponent, seated to an opponent on the top turnbuckle)
- Rebound Snap German Suplex

RUNNING
- Torpedo DDT
- Tiger Wall Flip
- Springboard spinning back kick to cornered opponent
- Forward roll into a Jumping Cutter
- Cartwheel into a jumping high kick to a cornered opponent (aka Tidal Krush)
- Tilt-a-Whirl Headscissors

GROUND
- Snap Leg Drop
- Flashing Elbow
- Standing Mariposa
- La Magistral

AERIAL
- Pendulum Moonsault off the apron
- Kickflip Moonsault off the ring post
- Space Flying Tiger Drop
- Springboard/Diving Tornillo
- Springboard Forearm Smash (off the ropes/barricade)
- Triangle Shoulder Block
- Springboard Imploding Senton Bomb to the outside

ENTRANCE & ATTIRE

ENTRANCE MUSIC:
"Step into a World (Rapture's Delight)" by KRS-One
"The Truth" by Beanie Sigel (special theme for matches with heated rivals)

RING ATTIRE:
• White Headband
• Black hooded vest (entrance only)
• Black wrist tape
• Black full length tights with white and black talking bubbles with "YO! TJ" styled in the "Yo MTV Raps" font (think mid-90s HBK attire, just replace the hearts with the talking bubbles). "Peep the Technique" is written in a cursive-like across the seat of the tights.
• Black knee pads with the same "YO! TJ" talking bubble on each pad.
• Black boots.
• Black shinguards with white outlining.

RING ENTRANCE:
[center][b][i]♫ Step into a world (Klaka klaka, klaka klaka!)
Where there's no one left (Buku, buku! Alla de massive!)
But the very best (Klaka, bo bo, BDP crew, bo bo bo bo!)
No MC can test [*cut and scratch of KRS saying "but one"*] ♫[/i][/b][/center]

The beat kicks in as "Step Into a World (Rapture’s Delight)" starts to knock through the speakers. Out through the curtain steps TJ Techniques, clad in his ring attire and hooded vest. TJ peeks out underneath the hood as he looks out to the right. He does the same to his left before flinging the hood back, smacking his chest twice and pointing down in front of him with his forefingers. TJ nods his head as he makes his way down the ramp on a mission.

TJ leaps to the apron before stepping into the squared circle. He makes a beeline towards the far corner and hops up to the middle ropes. TJ scans the crowd before slapping his chest twice and pointing down in front of him with his fingers. He hops down from the corner, walks across the ring and hops to the middle ropes and scans the corner. TJ slaps his chest twice before pointing down in front of him with his forefingers. He then hops down and takes off the hooded vest before tossing it to the outside. TJ tugs away at the top rope as he readies himself for his opponent/the start of the match.

Entrance vs. Hated Rival:
The crowd goes into a frenzy when the arena lights shut off. Seconds later, the "Kill Bill Siren" blares throughout the arena as the house lights pulsate. Once the siren ends, the arena becomes engulfed in darkness as "The Truth" by Beanie Sigel pumps through the speakers. The lights in the arena come back on at the start of the first verse. Standing at the entrance way is TJ Techniques. Dressed in a black leather jacket, black t-shirt, black leather gloves, black cargo pants, black leather boots and Dead Presidents face paint.

[ANNOUNCER INTRO]

Techniques continues to stare daggers at INSERT OPPONENT HERE before making his way down the ramp.

[COMMENTARY STUFF]

Fans reach over the guardrail to pat TJ on the back. But he pays them no mind as he keeps his sights set solely on his opponent. The Funky Technician leaps up to the apron, points directly at his opponent and gives them a finger gun taunt before stepping in through the ropes. Seconds later, TJ tosses the jacket to the outside before aggressively tugging on the ropes before the opening bell.

CHAMPIONSHIP ENTRANCE:
[center][b][i]♫ Step into a world (Klaka klaka, klaka klaka!)
Where there's no one left (Buku, buku! Alla de massive!)
But the very best (Klaka, bo bo, BDP crew, bo bo bo bo!)
No MC can test [*cut and scratch of KRS saying "but one"*] ♫[/i][/b][/center]

The beat kicks in as "Step Into a World (Rapture’s Delight)" starts to knock through the speakers. Out through the curtain steps TJ Techniques, clad in his ring attire and hooded vest. TJ peeks out underneath the hood as he looks out to the right. He does the same to his left before flinging the hood back, smacking his chest twice and pointing down in front of him with his forefingers. TJ pulls back the vest, exposing the INSERT CHAMPIONSHIP HERE around his waist.

The Funky Technician nods while walking down the ramp. TJ leaps to the apron before stepping into the squared circle. He makes a beeline towards the far corner and hops up to the middle ropes. TJ scans the crowd before posing with his arms spread out. He hops down from the corner, walks across the ring and hops to the middle ropes. TJ scans the crowd before posing with his arms spread out. He then hops down and takes off the hooded vest before tossing it to the outside. TJ tugs away at the top rope as he readies himself for his opponent/the start of the match.

CHARACTER BACKGROUND

PERSONALITY:
A hip hop enthusiast with a love of pro wrestling. After putting in work in various promotions, TJ is looking to take the next leap in competition in FGA. Reasons for competing: experience, passion, glory.

STRENGTHS:
1. Agility. In his early 20s, TJ took up Freerunning, which evolved out of his love for breaking. A descendant art of Parkour, freerunning is a style of expression by interacting with various objects within an environment. Because of this, we may see TJ interact with many of the elements in and around the ring to his advantage (e.g. performing a tiger wall flip off the ring post to counter an irish whip).
2. Striking. At 5BBA, TJ was able to learn the basics of professional wrestling. As his training increased, TJ took up a concentration in striking during the later stages of his time at the academy. While he doesn't possess brute force, TJ's combinations are fluid and his strikes can have a bit of pop to them.
3. Fans. TJ has a genuine love and respect for the fans of wrestling. He draws strength from them in his lowest moments in the ring. Their enthusiasm inspires him to push further.

WEAKNESSES:
1. Strength. At only 205 pounds, he isn't the strongest guy on the roster and can be overpowered, depending on the matchup with his opponent.
2. Pride. He can let his pride get the better of him, which could prove costly given the situation.

TAUNTS/MANNERISMS:
1. Spinaroonie after a Scissors Kick
2. Smacking his chest twice before posing with his arms spread out

Allies & Foes:

ALLIES
1. Sparrow
2. Antoinette
3.
4.
5.

FOES
1. Cassius Reed
2. Silk & Cyanide
3. Laura Perelli
4.
5.

FGA CHAMPIONSHIPS HELD:
1x FGA 15 Champion
1x FGA World Tag Team Champion
Who to Watch in 2021 Award
2x Best High Flyer (2021, 2022)
2022 All-FGA

ADDITIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS HELD:
SWA Television Champion
ACM Duos Champion
SEP Tag Team Champion
Evolution Loch Ness Champion
LPW Freedom Champion
LPW Liberty Champion

BACKGROUND:
TJ's journey in professional wrestling started back in 2016. He attended the same LDFC tryout camp as Maritza Diaz, Rab McKinley, Abigail Verna, Peaches and others. Unfortunately for TJ, an offer to train at LDFC wasn't extended to him. After failing to be picked up by RISE, Valero Fight Club or any of the other big name schools at the time, the man known as Tyson James seemed to disappear from wrestling. He returned to his stomping grounds in New York. It was there that he learned the ropes at 5 Boroughs Battle Academy. Once his training was complete, TJ resurfaced on the pro wrestling scene in the now defunct Sentinel Wrestling Alliance back in December 2017.

In SWA, he met some of his oldest friends in the sport, including future tag team partner Johnny Amazing. After some initial success, TJ ventured away from Colorado after SWA closed and landed in places such as Alianza Campeonato Mexicano and Evolution Wrestling. From there, TJ earned himself a roster spot in the Oceanic Wrestling Federation in early 2020. He made another leap in the summer of 2020 by joining the third incarnation of Liberty Pro.

TJ continued to build up his rep in Liberty Pro while also catching wind of Sadie San Francisco's open challenge. This was the chance that he had been waiting for. He always knew that he would one day have the ability to compete in FGA. This was an opportunity that was too good to pass up. TJ was ultimately unsuccessful in his challenge of the United States Championship. While he lost the match, he won over officials and was given a contract soon after. With his debut as a contracted talent in the Gold Rush Rumble in the books, TJ found himself in a feud with Cassius Reed. TJ spoke on how people like Cassius paved the way for him. The two split a pair of matches 1-1. After both matches, TJ looked for a handshake, only for Cassius to leave him hanging. The score was settled at All-Star Showdown IX, when TJ beat Cassius again. This time, TJ earned Cassius' respect and the two finally shook hands.

At the start of 2021, TJ volunteered Cassius to be his tag team partner. Despite Cassius' objections to teaming, TJ sold Cassius on the idea of their potential. After some initial hesitation, Cassius warmed up to the idea. While TJ saw this as an equal partnership, Cassius positioned himself as the leader between the two. TJ brushed off Cassius' brashness for the sake of the team. Now calling themselves the Renegades of Funk, the Funky Technician and the Funky Dragon won the vacant World Tag Team titles. The Renegades of Funk continued to rack up wins. But as the wins continued to come, Cassius started to grow frustrated with TJ. On two occasions, TJ accidentally knocked Cassius off the apron, sending him into the barricade. In addition, TJ grew more and more frustrated with Cassius' willingness to cheat. Things finally came to ahead at All-Star Showdown X, when the Renegades of Funk lost the titles to Silk & Cyanide. After the match, Cassius attacked TJ before injuring his leg. With the Renegades of Funk now a thing of the past, TJ was out for revenge. The Funky Technician eventually got his revenge at Grapple Kingdom 4, where he defeated his former partner to end their rivalry.

From there, TJ turned his attention to capturing his first singles title. He eventually did just that, winning a tournament to become the new 15 Champion. As 15 Champion, TJ was able to hold the championship for a record 243 days while defending it against the likes of Mark Storm, Erin Mariani, Laura Perelli and Mark Bisley. With four successful defenses, TJ relinquished the title in exchange for a shot at the Pride Championship. Meanwhile, he also linked up with long-time friend, Sparrow, to form the new tag team, Def Before Dishonor.