Post by Kai Morgan on Jul 6, 2024 8:38:02 GMT
Before the show goes on the air, we’re treated to a camera shot of an empty warehouse. We can see a figure in the distance slowly walking towards the camera, and as the figure reaches the camera… it’s revealed to be none other than The Last Outlaw himself, Kasey Kash.
Kasey Kash: Three years of Fusion… man… it feels like it was just yesterday when I signed my name on the dotted line… and here I stand… three years later… one of the last of a dying breed when it comes to the early years of Zion…
He smirks, continuing to speak.
Kasey Kash: I feel… like a proud father. Seeing how much this brand that I call home has grown. I was here for the highs and the lows… and from day fucking one… I knew that THIS?
He looks around, turning back to the camera with a smile on his face.
Kasey Kash: This was going to be the place to be. Zion Wrestling… the show I call home. So… with all the sappy shit said and done… let me welcome you all… to the Three Year Anniversary of Friday Night Fusion.
With that, the scene fades into the show's opening.
[Cameras capture a loud yell coming from outside the Queens of Chaos locker room. Suddenly, the door swings open and the Zion Viral Champion Nadia Allen storms out, sporting a tightened expression. With the title wrapped around her waist and sporting her ring gear, Nadia doesn't waste any time, advancing towards and past the camera.
Now trailing her, the camera follows Nadia as she strides down the hallway with speed, then cuts a left. The cameraman jogs towards that direction, causing the shot to go a bit blurry. Eventually, they catch up to Nadia, which the crowd noise in the backstage from outside the ring.
Nadia soon reaches Gorilla, crouching down and stretching out her shoulders. Grabbing a mouthpiece from inside her leather jacket, the red head places it on the side of her mouth. "Underground" soon hits the PA system, drawing cheers from the crowd. The champion jumps up, gives herself a quick slap on the face, before sauntering through the curtains.]
OPENING CONTEST: AUBRIANNA POWERS VS NADIA ALLEN ©
VIRAL CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH
Darrion Hughes: The following contest…is scheduled for one fall!
Crowd: ONE FALL!!
Darrion Hughes: And it is for the Zion Wrestling VIRAL! CHAMPIONSHIP!
Introducing first…representing The Queens of Chaos…from San Francisco, California…weighing in at 120 lbs…she is the Zion Wrestling VIRAL! CHAMPION!...NADIA! ALLEN!
And her opponent, already in the ring…from weighing in at 115 lbs…Aubrianna! Powers!
Amber Westgate: Tonight is a huge night, and we have a lot of matches ahead of us, this one included! Welcome to the Fusion Three Year Anniversary Special! I am Amber Westgate, joined as always by Adam LaRue!
Adam LaRue: Tonight is a very special night and it’s starting with a very special match! These two have been going at it for months, years really! But tonight it all comes to a head, with the Viral Championship on the line!
The bell rings, with Allen immediately stalking Powers as she’s eager to get this one underway! Powers doesn’t want any part of her at the moment, however, immediately scrambling out of the ring to avoid her! Allen tries to chase her out of the ring, only for the referee to hold her back and start their count! It takes a moment for Powers to want to re-enter the ring, eventually stepping up to the apron at the count of six! She goes through the ropes and into the ring, only to drop to the mat and roll right back out upon seeing Allen come towards her again!
Allen is extremely frustrated now, once again attempting to give chase! But the referee holds her back, prompting her to slightly push them to the side and go for the ropes anyway! This leaves an opening for Powers who grabs Allen by the leg and pulls her under the bottom rope and out of the ring! She immediately capitalizes, pushing her back into the apron with a Shoulder Thrust! She follows up, throwing Allen into the barricade! Powers goes to the apron now, launching off at Allen when she gets up with a Diving Senton! She throws Allen back into the ring under the bottom rope, sliding in after her and going for the pin!
ONE…!
TWO…!
Kick out by Allen! Powers is extremely frustrated now, immediately covering the champion again!
ONE…!
Another kick out! Powers seems close to losing her mind as she pleads with the referee over the count! She gets Allen back to her feet, looking for a Vertical Suplex! But Allen reverses, getting Powers up and dropping her with an Emerald Flowsion! Powers quickly rolls out of the ring before Allen can capitalize! But this works in her favor, as she rolls out of the other side of the ring and rushes around ringside! She approaches Powers, taking her down with a Knee Strike! She pushes Powers back into the ring, before climbing in herself! But Powers is quick, pulling Allen down to the mat with an Inside Cradle!
ONE…!
TWO…!
THRE-
Allen kicks out! The two now make it up to their feet, with Powers rushing towards the champion with hopes of getting back in this! Allen looks to cut her off, looking for a Scoop Brainbuster! But Powers lands behind her, dropping her with a German Suplex! Allen looks to get up, with Powers now looking for the Most Valuable Kick! But Allen catches the leg, taking Powers down to the mat before tying her up in a Half Boston Crab! Powers is in trouble now as Allen has the hold on snug! She reaches for the ropes, crawling for dear life before finally just barely reaching the bottom rope!
Powers rolls out of the ring while Allen sits frustrated on the mat! Powers makes her way around ringside, eventually grabbing the Viral Championship belt and rolling into the ring with it! The official immediately stops her, taking the title from her and reprimanding her for bringing it out in the first place! The official drops the title out of the ring as Power walks into a Scoop Brainbuster by Allen! But Powers reverses, slipping out of Allen’s grasp before raking her eyes! She follows up, hitting the champion with the Most Valuable Kick! Reverse Roundhouse connects! Powers goes for the cover!
ONE…!
TWO…!
THREE-
Kick out by Allen! Powers throws a tantrum now, beating the mat out of pure anger before arguing the nearfall with the official! She decides to end this, setting up for Simply The Best Moonsault! But Allen is able to reverse, rushing up behind her and grabbing the ropes to send her flying off! She tumbles to the mat, catching the referee on the way down! Allen tries to pull Powers up, only for her to reverse with a Jawbreaker! She sees the referee down, and the belt still close to the ring! She rolls out of the ring and grabs it before coming back in, waiting for Allen to get up! But suddenly, she notices the official coming to, deciding to pull another move! She tosses the belt to Allen, before dropping to the mat and writhing in pain! The referee sees the scene, believing exactly what Powers wants them to believe: That Allen hit her with the belt! The official starts to get accusatory with the champion, before finally calling for the bell, throwing this match out as a DQ!
Darrion Hughes: The winner of this match as a result of a disqualification…Aubrianna! Powers!
However…still the Zion Wrestling Viral Champion…Nadia! Allen!
Amber Westgate: Why would Aubrianna Powers do that? She just cost herself the Viral Championship!
Adam LaRue: Yeah, but in doing so she got another win over Nadia Allen! She outsmarted Nadia Allen! She’s now in the champion’s head even more than before, and now you have to believe that she’ll be shaken up in their inevitable next encounter!
Allen is absolutely livid, wanting to go after Powers! However, the official stops her, tending to Powers as she still pretends to be rocked by the belt shot! She sticks her tongue out at Allen at every instance of the referee turning their back as we fade!
Crowd: ONE FALL!!
Darrion Hughes: And it is for the Zion Wrestling VIRAL! CHAMPIONSHIP!
Introducing first…representing The Queens of Chaos…from San Francisco, California…weighing in at 120 lbs…she is the Zion Wrestling VIRAL! CHAMPION!...NADIA! ALLEN!
And her opponent, already in the ring…from weighing in at 115 lbs…Aubrianna! Powers!
Amber Westgate: Tonight is a huge night, and we have a lot of matches ahead of us, this one included! Welcome to the Fusion Three Year Anniversary Special! I am Amber Westgate, joined as always by Adam LaRue!
Adam LaRue: Tonight is a very special night and it’s starting with a very special match! These two have been going at it for months, years really! But tonight it all comes to a head, with the Viral Championship on the line!
The bell rings, with Allen immediately stalking Powers as she’s eager to get this one underway! Powers doesn’t want any part of her at the moment, however, immediately scrambling out of the ring to avoid her! Allen tries to chase her out of the ring, only for the referee to hold her back and start their count! It takes a moment for Powers to want to re-enter the ring, eventually stepping up to the apron at the count of six! She goes through the ropes and into the ring, only to drop to the mat and roll right back out upon seeing Allen come towards her again!
Allen is extremely frustrated now, once again attempting to give chase! But the referee holds her back, prompting her to slightly push them to the side and go for the ropes anyway! This leaves an opening for Powers who grabs Allen by the leg and pulls her under the bottom rope and out of the ring! She immediately capitalizes, pushing her back into the apron with a Shoulder Thrust! She follows up, throwing Allen into the barricade! Powers goes to the apron now, launching off at Allen when she gets up with a Diving Senton! She throws Allen back into the ring under the bottom rope, sliding in after her and going for the pin!
ONE…!
TWO…!
Kick out by Allen! Powers is extremely frustrated now, immediately covering the champion again!
ONE…!
Another kick out! Powers seems close to losing her mind as she pleads with the referee over the count! She gets Allen back to her feet, looking for a Vertical Suplex! But Allen reverses, getting Powers up and dropping her with an Emerald Flowsion! Powers quickly rolls out of the ring before Allen can capitalize! But this works in her favor, as she rolls out of the other side of the ring and rushes around ringside! She approaches Powers, taking her down with a Knee Strike! She pushes Powers back into the ring, before climbing in herself! But Powers is quick, pulling Allen down to the mat with an Inside Cradle!
ONE…!
TWO…!
THRE-
Allen kicks out! The two now make it up to their feet, with Powers rushing towards the champion with hopes of getting back in this! Allen looks to cut her off, looking for a Scoop Brainbuster! But Powers lands behind her, dropping her with a German Suplex! Allen looks to get up, with Powers now looking for the Most Valuable Kick! But Allen catches the leg, taking Powers down to the mat before tying her up in a Half Boston Crab! Powers is in trouble now as Allen has the hold on snug! She reaches for the ropes, crawling for dear life before finally just barely reaching the bottom rope!
Powers rolls out of the ring while Allen sits frustrated on the mat! Powers makes her way around ringside, eventually grabbing the Viral Championship belt and rolling into the ring with it! The official immediately stops her, taking the title from her and reprimanding her for bringing it out in the first place! The official drops the title out of the ring as Power walks into a Scoop Brainbuster by Allen! But Powers reverses, slipping out of Allen’s grasp before raking her eyes! She follows up, hitting the champion with the Most Valuable Kick! Reverse Roundhouse connects! Powers goes for the cover!
ONE…!
TWO…!
THREE-
Kick out by Allen! Powers throws a tantrum now, beating the mat out of pure anger before arguing the nearfall with the official! She decides to end this, setting up for Simply The Best Moonsault! But Allen is able to reverse, rushing up behind her and grabbing the ropes to send her flying off! She tumbles to the mat, catching the referee on the way down! Allen tries to pull Powers up, only for her to reverse with a Jawbreaker! She sees the referee down, and the belt still close to the ring! She rolls out of the ring and grabs it before coming back in, waiting for Allen to get up! But suddenly, she notices the official coming to, deciding to pull another move! She tosses the belt to Allen, before dropping to the mat and writhing in pain! The referee sees the scene, believing exactly what Powers wants them to believe: That Allen hit her with the belt! The official starts to get accusatory with the champion, before finally calling for the bell, throwing this match out as a DQ!
Darrion Hughes: The winner of this match as a result of a disqualification…Aubrianna! Powers!
However…still the Zion Wrestling Viral Champion…Nadia! Allen!
Amber Westgate: Why would Aubrianna Powers do that? She just cost herself the Viral Championship!
Adam LaRue: Yeah, but in doing so she got another win over Nadia Allen! She outsmarted Nadia Allen! She’s now in the champion’s head even more than before, and now you have to believe that she’ll be shaken up in their inevitable next encounter!
Allen is absolutely livid, wanting to go after Powers! However, the official stops her, tending to Powers as she still pretends to be rocked by the belt shot! She sticks her tongue out at Allen at every instance of the referee turning their back as we fade!
RESULT: DISQUALIFICATION
The camera opens up to a shaky scene, lending on the impression that perhaps this was filmed earlier and only shown now for some reason. The camera moves again, clearly this is a small handheld something maybe a phone or GoPro it's hard to say. It pans around taking in first Akihiko and then her sister Etsuko, the pair are giggling and pointing at the crate which is a familiar sight by now to anyone that has been following them on their travels. As usual there are a few new stickers and so forth but their attention seems to be less on the actual crate then what is sitting on top of it.
It's a fish tank. It's a quite nice fish tank at that, with an expensive looking filter setup merrily bubbling away. There's even one of those little treasure chest with the diver in the old fashioned suit next to it, some rocks that have been made into almost like a little cave, colorful stones at the bottom and some plants which are clearly alive and not some of those cheap plastic jobbers that you can get at PetSmart. It's at least 5 gallons but seems to be secure enough on top of the crate, and the girls are giggling some more as they lean into watch what is swimming around in the tank.
It's a miniature shark. Miniature being relative of course the thing is at least 8 and 1/2 in long but the tank is plenty big enough for it as it swims lazily in circles moving up and down in the water. Akihiko picks up a little bowl from the counter and moves towards the tank, the camera cuts away as the sisters feed their new pet, probably more out of courtesy to the shark then anybody watching if we're honest. At the bottom of the tank there is a little sign and the camera focuses on that even though it wonkily dips from one side to the next until it steadies.
The sign reads in big bold letters, in English and Japanese: ZION WRESTLING SEAKITTY.
The camera moves again to look top down into the tank when suddenly there is a rush of air in the speaker and a splash before the scene cuts out.
Footage begins to play, but nothing seems to be happening. Set up in a room are two empty chairs, and a projector screen. From off-camera, in fact behind the camera we hear an unfamiliar voice.
Producer or Whatever: Where are they? They’re late.
Another unfamiliar voice looks to reply.
Rando #2: Yeah, I don’t kn-
Suddenly, finally, something seems to be happening as the door to the room can be heard opening. This time, the voice is female, and much more familiar.
: Change of plans, k? K. Devyn’s off the hook. I got this. You better keep rolling.The chairs that were set up are pushed aside out of shot without a care by none other than Madi McNamara. In one of her hands, she held a remote clicker. She would toss it and catch it. With her other hand she would wave to finally greet viewers.
Madi McNamara: Hey everyone! Happy anniversary!
Her face and overly forced gleeful tone (and jazz hands to boot) gave off a clear energy. Sarcastic and obnoxious.
See, Devyn was supposed to be here with me. She was probably gonna have me wish Fusion a HAPPY BIRTHDAY or ANNIVERSARY or whatever. I mean, I just did, didn’t I? So job done!
She would give two thumbs up, but she could only give more of a fuck than she did. (Which was practically -50 fucks.)
Aaaanyway, she was gonna sit here with me and ask me about my favourite Fusion memory! Why? I guess because I have practically been in this company for Fusion’s entire run, so I guess I would have seen it all?
Madi would pause to scoff as she thought about why. She didn’t know for sure.
I’ve nearly been here for three fucking years? Damn. I never left, I never walked out. Sure, I haven’t always been the headliner but I’ve been around here week in week out for almost three years. They wanna ask me to reminisce about the past? They wanna make me look back? If I have to? I get to choose what I get to look back on.
Madi would use the clicker at last. Madi looked back toward the screen over her shoulder. She was literally mirroring the image on the screen of her entrance pose for her debut as Ashlynn Cassidy.
Back then, I feel like I truly suffered for my art. I wasn’t popular or liked very much, by anyone. Not by fans, not by coworkers. Back then, I was never happy, I was always angry. It was all so toxic. In hindsight, it was an unhealthy state of mind.
But it worked, right? I wasn’t going to let anyone define me unless it was the way I wanted them to define me. I carried a chip on my shoulder and a sort of hatred in my heart. It all led me to a World Championship.
Almost three years ago. Since then? Well…
She would sigh, sadness written on her face before turning away from the image as it fades. She would grab one of the steel chairs and straddled it so she faced the back of the chair, and the camera, but away from the screen.
I’m not going to lie. It sucks. It sucks that it feels that I have to channel some of the worst parts of myself again, but it feels like it’s something I have to do. I have to stand up for myself and demand what I know I deserve. But I will hope and pray that I won’t end up in that same dark place that I had to be in before. My greatest success will not be worth my worst well-being.
Madi would take a second to compose herself before tossing the clicker aside.
I can’t deny better days are behind me but my best days are still ahead. I am not going to spend my career repeating history. WHEN I get into the Zion Hall of Fame one day, I don’t intend it to be just for being a “Zion Original” who was there forever, and was good once. I’m not still here to TALK Zion history. I am still here to MAKE Zion history.
Bring on Lukas. Bring on Erissa. Bring on Victory Series. Bring on anyone, bring on everyone. Two top-level Zion titles. No one has done it yet.
One day soon, I will.
MATCH #2: SBYA VS HOT SAWSE
This match is fairly quick, as Etsuko starts this one against Mikey II Spicy in a crouching position, almost like a wild animal! He doesn’t know what to make of her, instead opting to tag in The Sweatmaker rather than deal with whatever it is Etsuko is doing! The Sweatmaker steps in, with Etsuko immediately pouncing on him with a Belly-to-Belly Slam! She tags in Akihiko, who goes to the top rope and drops onto him with a Diving Senton! The two now work together, dropping The Sweatmaker with SBYA Yes We Did (Rocket Launcher)! Akihiko gets the pin and the win!
Darrion Hughes: The winners of this match…SBYA!
Amber Westgate: SBYA with another win under their belt! They are slowly and steadily becoming amongst one of the best tag teams on this brand!
Adam LaRue: They’ve gotta be itching for some real competition at this point, though! I can’t imagine they can go too long with an actual chall—OH SHIT!!
Just as the Iwasaki’s go to celebrate, they’re suddenly taken down by another pair! A huge mountain of a man, along with a woman who looks like an ant by comparison! The two continue to lay waste to the sister!
Amber Westgate: Who the hell are these two!
Adam LaRue: I had heard some rumblings from the top brass about securing these two to a deal, but I didn’t think they’d make their first appearance like this! This is El Proyecto de Recuperación! The Reclamation Project!
Amber Westgate: And it looks like they’re not taking long to make an impact here in Zion Wrestling, especially at SBYA’s expense!
The two stand tall as we fade!
RESULT: PINFALL (SBYA YES WE DID)
Kaya and Ruslan are pacing through the backstage area. Kaya carrying a black rose, looking around trying to find something. Ruslan sees the cameraman approach as she stops staring. Ruslan adjusted his suit.
Ruslan Lucic: Here's what we've learned from watching the sister: she wants two things. First, a last man standing match with my pupil, and second, she wants her ex-girlfriend to referee it. I've considered that option, but perhaps we should play with them a bit more.
Kaya then lifted her rose looking into it as she turned to the cameraman. She then twisted the rose.
”the Poisoned Rose” Kaya Parker: Your offer has been accepted, though the date remains unset. Next week at Mayhem, I will send you a reminder—one that will make clear how alike we truly are. This message will be delivered by Ruslan. Remember the last time you kept me away? But how dare you involve Ellie? She is powerless to save me, for she is too weak. The reckoning is upon us, and none shall stand in my way.
Kaya smiled as she pressed the thumb on the rose drawing some blood. She then looked at the camera running her thumb on it.
”the Poisoned Rose” Kaya Parker: If the doctor wishes to get involved, then the consequences are on her. See you soon, Lilith, very soon. And heed my warning: do not use the white rose again.
Kaya then drops her rose.
”the Poisoned Rose” Kaya Parker: Dracarys.
The rose bursts into green flames as a red blotch follows it. It burns on the ground as the two walk away.
cameras settle in on a majestic temple, even-tempered in its nature, with weathered, fluted columns threatening to pierce the heavens which rest above. wearing the scars of a dozen centuries, a once flourishing temple now takes on an eldritch, foreboding face; derelict in its appearance and their columns diversified with blemishes. with the recording moving into the heart of the temple, the atmosphere changes as dawn’s light shimmers through a collapsed ceiling; heavy blocks have fallen to create craters in the marbled flooring beneath the skies, evident by the crevices and cracks sparking off of them. seated on cream white stairs situated on the cusp of an angelic statue whose features have diminished through time, is erissa; ash silver locks gently blowing in the morning breeze. zion wrestling’s savior dons clothing not of this time, a grecian style evening dress, sleeveless with gold bangles adorning the hipline. undefeated in her career beneath fusion’s harsh lights thus far, one wouldn’t be able to tell judging by erissa’s facial expressions. they’re solemn, as if in mourning for the desolation surrounding her. crimson red fingernails dance along the porcelain staircase seated under her, as erissa’s gaze shifts from the temple and its intricate design, to shoot down the barrel of the camera’s lens. she begins to address those who are watching.
erissa: ❝ a sad state of affairs unfolding before my very eyes, yet a stark reminder of how callous this world can be. how such beauty can be neglected and pushed aside while capitalism and the ugliness of modern society is at an all-time high. how i yearn for traditionalism and the days of old to return, a world where beauty and uniqueness is appreciated, not ostracized. sometimes, the flower is left to wilt and die while the weeds grow stronger; an unfair reality but a reality we exist in nonetheless. i have witnessed such unfairness in this world time-and-time again. those who puppet the common folk getting richer and fatter off of those slaving away under their thumb just to survive from week-to-week; and those who rebel suppressed, until they’re just a cog in the machine. as i stated before, this life is not all sunshine and rainbows. inequality is rife, those who put in the real work, the genuine articles, those who form the backbone of society are never granted the opportunity to profit. when i was a child, i was feared. those placed in charge of tutoring me, forming the very morals which i carry around with me today, in time grew envious of me. i have felt their knives in my back, the gutting cold of steel, drag between my shoulderblades more times than i can recall. those with smiles on their faces wielding the weapons used against me; false prophets whose intentions fail to match their words, possessing power they’re incapable of wielding without prejudice. ❞
erissa: ❝ zion wrestling presents itself as a monolith, where the best come to wrestle, globetrotting while claiming their priorities lie in giving those parting with their hard-earned cash a fulfilling night of entertainment. however, the truth always seeps through the cracks and just like with ayu megumi, i can spot the fallacies from a mile out. how zion presents itself and the realities i see unfolding before me couldn’t be anymore different, when i came to this promotion, i proclaimed that i would be fearless. that i would be a martyr, for those who are sick of being mistreated and suppressed could rally behind, a savior of the masses and i intend to stick to that truth. the opportunities i am being afforded for my successes, are of equal value to those who have failed over-and-over again. madi mcnamara, a woman i choked with my bare hands into slumber mere weeks ago, begging like a dog on its knees to be granted passage into my match. my four wins in this company, on this brand, reduced to nothingness the moment she was allowed to trade on past glories. the repetitive common issues reveal themselves again, a narrative we have been promised was over and done with, rearing its ugly head and validating that while this company claims innocence, it continues to push out unexplainable, downright poisonous acts which undo and undermine what it means to be a professional wrestler, a true hero, who upholds the values of old in this modern world. at a point, i am certain madi held a passion for this business. such a time existed long ago, however, and now i must be the one to push her beyond her limits. ❞
inspecting her pointed fingernails while delivering her monologue, what becomes evident is that erissa is somewhat irritated at the recent developments which have unfolded when it comes to her match on this upcoming edition of fusion. the harmonious inflections remain within her voice, but they’re muted, with a more direct and flat tone reverberating through the temple around of her. nevertheless erissa’s stylish make-up and general beauty ensure it’d be difficult to ignore her. backed up by a methodical, near-executioner like approach when the bell rings, erissa’s rise to prominence was inevitable, virtually a promise the moment she appeared. madi mcnamara’s inclusion in the victory series qualifier are validation of a bastardized product, securing an undeserved spot within the same match as erissa, despite the submission victory the latter secured over the former in recent weeks. silver locks cascade in the gentle breeze, not too dissimilar to how erissa’s shapely dress sways with each small movement. after a brief pause, erissa opts to take her sermon in a different direction.
erissa: ❝ it’s a privilege to compete in a qualifying match, and my hopes are that soon i’ll hold plated gold in this promotion so that i can continue in representing the core values of what professional wrestling should be, while fighting for the betterment of those who truly wish to dedicate themselves to this craft. it’s disappointing to see somebody like madi mcnamara granted the same opportunity. because the words that come out of her mouth, however passionate, do not match the effort she’s putting in when the bell rings. perhaps the boat has passed madi by. maybe, with a world championship already in her past, she’s fine lounging around, playing out the rest of her contract putting in minimal effort. you people have suffered enough, up and down this promotion are individuals who’ll spoon-feed you endless lies and fallacies, and laugh behind your backs when you eat it all up. you, are not gullible, but exploited, and somebody has to put an end to that exploitation and fight for a better future, an equal and fair one at that. the simple truth is this. madi does not warrant the same opportunities that i am fighting for, and her mere inclusion in this match could cost me my victory, my undefeated streak and above all my chance of capturing a championship, so that i can have a higher standing to echo and preach my beliefs. the burden falls on me to deal with somebody who isn’t up to snuff, and would taint any championship they’re within a chance of winning. my fantasy and my values will not come undone by an individual who isn’t fit to bask in my light and share the battlefield alongside me. ❞
MATCH #3: ERISSA VS MADI McNAMARA VS LUKAS BAUDELAIRE
VICTORY SERIES QUALIFYING MATCH
Getting off to a hot start, the match began with Lukas hitting a sudden Burning Lariat to take Erissa out of the match early who rolled out to the center of the ring. Lukas then ran at Madi who dropped down, waiting for Lukas to come back to look for a Chop Block that Lukas simply jumped over to avoid. Lukas attempted a German Suplex which was blocked by MacNamara with elbows to the head. Madi threw a kick to the head that Baudelaire ducked under, connecting with a Yakuza kick to send Madi back into the corner. Lukas rushed forward, but Madi moved out of the way to send Lukas into the corner now. Before Madi could capitalize, Erissa was back into the mix who nailed Madi with a Backdrop Driver that sent MacNamara rolling out of the ring. Erissa followed up by running to the corner, connecting with a Bicycle Kick to Lukas in the corner.
Erissa threw Lukas down to the mat with a Snapmere, running to the ropes to gain momentum to come back with a Sliding Kick that Lukas got out of the way of. Getting back to his feet, Lukas connected with a Yakuza Kick to Erissa, sending her back into the ropes where she used the momentum to come back with a Lariat to Lukas. Erissa got Lukas back to his feet who reversed any offense with a Suplex of his own. Lukas got Erissa back to her feet, Erissa pushed him off then connected with a Headbutt that had enough force to knock both of them down. Madi had the awareness to pick the moment to now get back into the match, climbing to the top rope where MacNamara dove off with a Knee Drop to the chest of Erissa. Madi then grabbed Lukas to drag him up to his feet, getting him into position to connect with THE BITCH LIVES ON! Curb Stomp to Baudelaire from MacNamara! Madi went down into the cover!
ONE...!
TWO...!
The pin was broken up by Erissa! Erissa grabbed Madi by the hair then threw her into the corner, followed up by throwing Lukas into the same corner. Erissa took a few steps back before running forward to connect with a Splash into the corner on the two bodies. Erissa grabbed Lukas to connect with a Backdrop Driver, making him roll out of the ring, Madi snuck up behind Erissa, attempting a German Suplex but Erissa was able to keep her ground. Erissa threw an elbow to the head of Madi, but Madi ducked and picked Erissa up on her shoulders. Madi was looking for a DVD, but before McNamara was able to execute, Lukas was back in the match with a Pumping Bomber to Madi! Erissa was dumped off of the shoulders of Madi, Lukas taking advantage of that by connecting with another Pumping Bomber! Baudelaire then picked Erissa back up, hooking both arms to connect with EX-MORTIS! Lukas goes into the cover!
ONE...!
TWO...!
THREE!!
Broken up by Madi at the last second! Lukas is furious, who dumps McNamara back out of the ring. Baudelaire grabbed Erissa from behind, grabbing her wrist, looking for RED OCTOBER! Erissa reverses at the last second with a massive Headbutt! Erissa grabbed Lukas, looking for THE QUEEN’S VICE! The Brainbuster connects! McNamara runs back into the ring, throwing Erissa out then ran over to Lukas, locking in a La Magistral Roll-up!
ONE...!
TWO...!
THREE!!
Darrion Hughes: Here is your winner, Madi! McNamara!
Amber Westgate: Madi McNamara did it! She steals away a win and qualifies for Victory Series!
Adam LaRue: From not even being considered for the match to being one step closer to winning it! We may just be in the midst of the heist of the century!
McNamara rolls out of the ring, having her arm raised by the official as both of her former opponents look at her with snarls on their faces as we fade!
RESULT: PINFALL (ROLL UP)
The scene opens up backstage of the Zion Wrestling Stadium in Orlando Florida! With the intensity of the show we had witnessed tonight already, it was time for more as we are taken backstage. Near some production crates and a step and run with Zion’s logo all over, the camera pans out to show the fiery flame Róisín. Unlike her usual grin that would be plastered over her face, Róisín had a look of irritation and annoyance on her face. She wasn’t shying away from her feelings and if you had kept your attention focused on Fusion you would already understand why she looks the way she does at this moment.
Róisín: “Ever since coming to America I’ve made it my point and mission to throw myself into the fires that is professional wrestling and commit my entire mind, body and soul into what we do week in and week out. The amount of sacrifices and planning that went into the move was excessive, but not unnecessary to be completely honest. By willingly dancing in the flames on this journey I’ve prepared myself for so many obstacles and challenges to be thrown my way but this previous visit with fire was something different.”
Róisín looked into the cameras, before pursing out her lip looking strong into the camera lens.
Róisín: “I’ve been fighting to learn and one of the best in this modern generation but all of that came to halt last week due to the most annoying woman on the planet, Kitsu. Kitsu had been on my mind for quite some time and not by choice. Shamelessly stalking me and coming across as a weird fan girl. Whatever it was she thought she was doing to get attention missed the mark completely. I mean, to make an entire social media poll about me right after dedicating your page to me is a type of crazy but still not getting the reception you’ve been starving for? My dear you see that’s much more embarrassing than you pinning me with my own move that, between us ladies? You needed work. There’s a reason why someone like me has captivated the audience and has captured the hearts of the people watching, and someone like you has turned people off. Unlike you, people can actually stomach me and want to see me succeed. You on the other hand? You could disappear tomorrow and people would STILL be more focused on me. I know that eats away at you and I know it messes with your head. I mean, you literally had no self control with your jealousy. You had to interrupt me from day one! Right off the bat I could see Kitsu for the weak and an embarrassing individual that they were but I played it off and didn’t take them seriously. Some may call it my downfall, but all it did was fire me up.”
Róisín licked her lips as she shook her head. The emotion in her eyes could give away how she was feeling with her words, as it was clear that she was not giving up.
Róisín: “I came to this country with a dream to master the art of professional wrestling and that is exactly what I’m going to do. With everything in me I know that the top of the leaderboard isn’t far away, and I’m going to allow this to be every single person in my way first and absolutely final warning. I have my targets set and I know what it is I have to do to get there. I see the rankings week in and week out and I’m not afraid to get my hands dirty and pull some hair to get them off. The future is looking like a really nice place to be!”
Róisín bit back with her words as she stepped out of the frame.
We go backstage to find Nao Saegusa, doing a last moment check of her gear. She sees the camera and lets out a sigh, not much of a smile coming to her face for once. But she does stop what she’s doing to speak.
Nao Saegusa: “There’s a lot I could say. A lot I should say. That there’s no shame in losing to someone as talented as Gianna. That the only thing to do after losing is to keep going, keep fighting. I can do so much better, I know I am capable of more and reaching higher, so I have to keep on. And that’s all true. But also…”
A pause, another sigh.
Nao Saegusa: “It’s what I always say. And right now, saying things isn’t…doing anything. I keep saying it, but it doesn’t change the result. Gianna is incredible, and she proved she hasn’t lost a step since losing her championship. And I proved…maybe I have.”
She runs her hands through her hair, a sad look crossing her face for a moment before she shakes her head.
Nao Saegusa: “So there’s no time for words now. Just doing. Going out there and fighting to regain what I’ve lost since Destiny. Even against someone who’s just as needing a win as me. All I can do is fight, and hope I find that again.”
She turns and starts to walk away, only saying one last thing as she starts to vanish from view.
Nao Saegusa: “There can be words after.”
And with that, she leaves, to face Hana Megumi and hopefully find some missing piece of herself again.
Nao Saegusa: “There’s a lot I could say. A lot I should say. That there’s no shame in losing to someone as talented as Gianna. That the only thing to do after losing is to keep going, keep fighting. I can do so much better, I know I am capable of more and reaching higher, so I have to keep on. And that’s all true. But also…”
A pause, another sigh.
Nao Saegusa: “It’s what I always say. And right now, saying things isn’t…doing anything. I keep saying it, but it doesn’t change the result. Gianna is incredible, and she proved she hasn’t lost a step since losing her championship. And I proved…maybe I have.”
She runs her hands through her hair, a sad look crossing her face for a moment before she shakes her head.
Nao Saegusa: “So there’s no time for words now. Just doing. Going out there and fighting to regain what I’ve lost since Destiny. Even against someone who’s just as needing a win as me. All I can do is fight, and hope I find that again.”
She turns and starts to walk away, only saying one last thing as she starts to vanish from view.
Nao Saegusa: “There can be words after.”
And with that, she leaves, to face Hana Megumi and hopefully find some missing piece of herself again.
MATCH #4: NAO SAEGUSA VS HANA MEGUMI
To begin the match, both Nao and Hana stepped to the center of the ring to initiate a handshake between the two wrestlers. Nao make the first move, swinging at Megumi who ducked under the strike, keeping wrist control of Saegusa then dropped behind Nao, ripcording her around to look for a BLADE STOPPER- but Nao ducked under the Lariat, pushing Megumi off against the ropes to wait for her to come back, looking for an Armdrag that Hana was able to move out of the way of. Megumi whipped Nao into the ropes, going for a Rolling Forearm that Saegusa ducked under. Nao then went for a headbutt, but got caught with a Knee Strike from Megumi. Nao was stunned, giving Hana the chance to grab Saegusa to slam her back down to the mat with a Michinoku Driver! Hana moved to the apron, looking to jump back in the ring with a Springboard, but Nao got back to her feet to push Megumi off the ropes.
With Hana being dumped to the outside, Nao saw this as a chance to climb to the top rope, then dove to the outside connecting with a Mushroom Stomp! Nao then grabbed Hana by the hair, throwing her back into the ring then climbed back to the apron. Nao got back in the ring by going for a Springboard of her own, the crossbody being caught by Hana which was transitioned into a Backbreaker. Megumi grabbed Nao by the hair to drag her back up, throwing Saegusa into the corner. Megumi rushed forward with Nao rolling out of the way causing Hana to smash into the corner. Nao followed up with a Roundhouse Kick to send Megumi down to the ground. Saegusa climbed to the top rope, diving off to connect with a SPACIUM CUT! The leg drop connects from Nao! Saegusa hooked both of the legs of Megumi, looking to end things early on.
ONE...!
TWO...!
Hana kicks out! Nao climbed back to the top rope again, this time looking for a Double Stomp but Megumi rolled out of the way, throwing a perfectly timed Rolling Forearm to stun Saegusa. Hana grabbed Nao to get her on her shoulders, then threw Nao up and threw a knee on the way down connecting with a Go To Sleep! Instead of going for a pin, Hana waited for Nao to get back to her feet before running up the corner, jumping down and turning around with a downwards Roundhouse Kick to the head of Saegusa. Hana went for a pin this time!
ONE...!
TWO...!
Nao gets the shoulder up this time. Megumi got Nao back up to her feet, with Nao waiting there to connect with the Headbutt this time. Nao waited a moment then ran to the ropes, rushing back into a Lariat from Megumi! Hana didn’t waste a second to get Nao back up to her feet, grabbing the wrist to spin her around and connect with the BLADE STOPPER! Hana goes for the cover after the Ripcord Lariat!
ONE...!
TWO...!
THREE!!
Saegusa gets her shoulder up again! Hana dragged Saegusa back to her feet once again, but Nao pushed her off. Nao and Hana then began exchanging strikes in the center of the ring, forearm after forearm from both competitors who wanted to win just as much at the other did. Nao got the upper hand of the exchange when she threw a Roundhouse Kick that caught Hana suddenly. Nao then followed up by grabbing the head of Megumi to connect with a Satellite DDT! Nao didn’t go for the cover, instead she climbed back to the top rope to look for let another Double Stomp, with Hana moving out of the way again! Nao was ready this time, connecting with an Enzuigiri when Megumi ran forward. Nao looked for a Springboard, when turning back Megumi caught Saegusa with another knee strike. Megumi followed up by wringing up the arm of Nao, setting her up for LIFE’s PLEDGE. The knee strike connects as Hana goes into the cover.
ONE...!
TWO...!
THREE!!
Darrion Hugues: Here is your winner, Hana! Megumi!
Amber Westgate: Hana Megumi gains the win, and in a last minute turn of events, also gains an opportunity to compete in Victory Series!
Adam LaRue: After being snubbed from the qualifiers here on Fusion, could we possibly be seeing an upswing for the Golden Flower?
RESULT: PINFALL (LIFE’S PLEDGE)
Hana Megumi looked at the fallen opponent then kneeled down in the center of the ring, looking down at the mat while she spoke.
Hana Megumi: Not too long ago, I said something had to change here. With myself. Even I didn’t know exactly what I meant when I said that.
There was a pause, looking around the arena for a moment.
Hana Megumi: At first, I thought maybe, it was just me. I needed to change my identity. So, I went ahead and took the last name of my wife, maybe thinking that it would change something. But, in reality, it could’ve been the reason that I lost the Tag Team Championships. Then, it came right to my mind. What if I was ruining the legacy that my wife and her family worked so hard to build. What if I was already dragging that through the mud and bringing shame to it?
Hana had stood up now, taking a look around again while moving the hair out of her face.
Hana Megumi: I know that ever since I have come to Zion, I’ve always been on the side of causing trouble. Whether that was with Oni or Genesis of Destruction, I realized I’ve always been involved with the wrong crowd. I’m not asking for anything from anybody here. I don’t want to suddenly by cheered out of the building every week, but I can say that I finally know what needed to change.
There was more confidence in Megumi’s voice now, nodding along with her own words. She sighed then continued.
Hana Megumi: I just need to be Hana. I can no longer be Hana, representing Oni. I can no longer be Hana, representing Genesis of Destruction. I need to be Hana, representing Hana Megumi. I won’t be somebody that will run behind a group any longer. I’m done with that now. I want to see what I can do against some of the best people on this brand, just like Nao Saegusa. I want to be put in these situations where it can be a coin toss. I’ve always had to face these stacked odds. When it comes to being on my own now, I like my chances.
Nodding once again, Hana took another look around the arena then looked down to the mat, thinking.
Hana Megumi: I can’t be as confident as to tell you what I’ll be doing next. But whatever challenge will come my way, I will be ready for it. I will keep fighting along this path until the day that I’m not breathing any longer. It may not be in my blood, but I promise that I won’t disappoint or dishonor this name. I am proud to be Hana Megumi.
Hearing her music begin to play again, Hana rolled out of the ring to go back up the ramp, touching a few hands on her way back. The screen eventually faded out when Hana left past the curtain.
We cut backstage to the interview set, where the bright, smiling face of Meliana Rodrigo is contrasted pretty significantly by the irritated stare of Kaitlin Williams--and, despite the clearly tense situation, Meliana straightens up and lifts her mic up, ready for this interview whether the former National Champion is or not.
Meliana Rodrigo: “Ladies and gentlemen, my guest at this time is, of course, the holder of the Chance Briefcase, Kaitlin Williams, and...well, there’s not really a better way to say this, the match with Daria Dorsey last week at End of the Line didn’t exactly go the way you predicted it would...”
Kaitlin’s expression twists from irritated to angry, the corner of her mouth tugging up into a snarl as she fixes her gaze on Meliana--who, admittedly, flinches away from the Crown Jewel just a half-step. But as soon as she sees that happen, Kate’s whole vibe changes, and she just...smiles? And reaches over to pat Meliana’s cheek.
Kaitlin Williams: “I’d say a stopped clock is right twice a day, but that’s overstating things...but, yanno what, I’ll give Daria credit for something. She found the one time in fourteen million that she could manage to get her hand raised. She found the one night she could ever actually beat me, and she managed to scratch and claw and drag herself into it, and while she pats herself on the back for what I know she thinks was some dominant, convincing win...let’s be honest about things, she survived, and that’s about the extent of what she did.”
Kate scoffs a little, shaking her head.
Kaitlin Williams: “And what a shock it was, afterward, right? One win, one win...and she thinks she’s actually accomplished anything recently, barking for a title shot. I’ve been saying for the past year that I’m the biggest thing on this brand, that managing to beat me is a bigger accomplishment than winning most of the titles this company has to offer...and when she made her little yappy plea for a title shot, someone saw one win over someone that actually matters...and gave it to her, so Daria? You’re welcome, for making you relevant again.”
Meliana Rodrigo: “Obviously, with the Chance Briefcase offering you a title shot whenever you want, you must have your eyes on the main event tonight, though?”
Kaitlin Williams: “Of course I do. And if I’m being completely honest about it, I want to see Daria actually manage to win that title off Blaze.”
Meliana Rodrigo: “Really?”
Kaitlin Williams: “Sure!”
Kate’s smile isn’t...even a little bit genuine, it’s a sardonic, grim parody of joy.
Kaitlin Williams: “She wanted to talk about records, before, right? She wanted to talk about the reign she had that was one of the best, well...I want to give her a chance to set a record that will never be broken. I want to give her a chance to have a reign so short it’ll be forgotten before the fans have left the stadium. I want to give her a chance to have a reign so short, it doesn’t even make the fan blogs reporting on the night. I want to give her a chance to have a reign so short, the stat nerds sitting on their computers don’t even waste their time including it on Wikipedia.”
Meliana Rodrigo: “Are you guaranteeing that you’ll cash in tonight?”
Kaitlin Williams: “I’m not guaranteeing anything. What I’m saying is...I hope she manages to do everything she thinks she’s going to. I hope she goes into this main event tonight really, truly believing that she’s at the top again, and it wasn’t just a case of the talent pool three years ago being shallow. I hope she goes into this match with every...single...bit of that confidence that she has to stand in the mirror and rehearse, because it’s so much more satisfying to wipe that bullshit away when they actually believe it.
Kaitlin Williams: “Zara Ivory believed I would be a walkover, and I sent her into oblivion. Jordan Majors believed I was nobody, and not only did I make sure she wasn’t going to Destiny, but I put her down when she tried to make her statement at my expense. And Daria Dorsey believes...that finding fuckin’ Dr. Strange’s one victory makes her matter again...but every time someone has that belief, and I’m involved...it doesn’t end well for them. I want Daria to go into this main event tonight...knowing that a once in a lifetime win over me is what’s made her relevant again...and just as easily, I can snap my fingers and take it all away from her--just like I could to anyone else.”
Kate chuckles a little bit, lifting the briefcase up to the camera.
Kaitlin Williams: “I want her to fight with that knowledge in the back of her mind, knowing--just like every champion in every locker room under Zion’s umbrella knows--that I’m a threat to each and every one of them whenever and wherever I decide to be. If I wanna jump brands and take the belt off that Hot Topic model on Mayhem, then I’ll go fuckin’ do it. If I wanna walk onto Wednesdays and stake a claim to the entire Wasteland, then I’ll go fuckin’ do it, and there ain’t a goddamn thing any of them could do stop me.
Kaitlin Williams: “And if they’re smart, they’ve been watching over their shoulders, knowing that whenever I want, wherever I decide...I can take everything they’re clutching so tight, and they’re hoping and praying that I pick someone else, that I get so wrapped up...in what I’m doing on Fusion, that I’m not watching them.
Kaitlin Williams: “I am tired of waiting, Melly. As of right now, every fucking champion is on notice. You better sleep with your eyes open, you better cherish every second you have left with your belt, because sooner rather than later...you...”
A flash of Kara Carbajal’s image over the feed.
Kaitlin Williams: “...Or you...”
A flash of Melody Layton’s image this time.
Kaitlin Williams: “Or you...”
And finally, a flash of the promotional image for Daria Dorsey and Blaze Darling later in the evening.
Kaitlin Williams: “...learn what happens when you step to the Crown...”
Kate smiles a little, holding the briefcase up and winking to the camera as she closes the interview out.
Kaitlin Williams: “YOU. BOW.”
The camera fades in, capturing the backstage area of Zion Wrestling's Friday Night Fusion. A lively hum fills the air as crew members hustle around, preparing for the night's event. The focus quickly shifts to Charlie St. Haven, who stands confidently in front of the Zion Wrestling backdrop. Charlie's bright smile and sparkling eyes radiate positivity. She adjusts her cowboy hat slightly, her southern accent adding a charming twang to her voice as she begins to speak.
CHARLIE ST HAVEN : “Well, howdy y'all! I gotta say, it's a mighty fine feelin' to be standin' here, breathin' easy for the first time in weeks. Y'know, dealin' with Diamond Steele has been like tryin' to wrangle a wild mustang. That gal just wouldn't quit comin' at me from behind, tryin' to knock me down at every turn. But last week, I reckon I put an end to that nonsense once and for all.”
Charlie takes a moment, her smile widening as she reflects on her hard-fought victory.
CHARLIE ST HAVEN : “Feels like a huge weight's been lifted off my shoulders. I reckon it took everything I had to put Diamond in her place, but it was worth every ounce of fightin' spirit. No more sneak attacks, no more blindsides. I can finally look forward without worryin' 'bout a knife in my back.”
Her demeanor shifts slightly, the warmth in her eyes replaced by a determined glint as she changes the subject.
CHARLIE ST HAVEN : “But enough 'bout the past. Tonight, I've got my sights set on somethin' even bigger – the Victory Series Qualifier. And who do I get to tussle with? None other than one of the best champions Zion Wrestling has ever seen, Gianna Rojas.”
Charlie tips her cowboy hat to the camera, a gesture of respect mingled with a touch of playful confidence.
CHARLIE ST HAVEN : “Now, I ain't gonna stand here and pretend Gianna ain't been amazin'. She's been a powerhouse, a real beacon of strength and skill. Every time she steps in that ring, she sets it ablaze. But y'see, it's time for a new name to be in those bright lights of Friday Night Fusion, and that name is Charlie St. Haven.”
She takes a deep breath, her expression resolute as she continues.
CHARLIE ST HAVEN : “I got all the respect in the world for ya, Gianna. You've paved the way, showed us all what it means to be a true champion. But tonight, I'm bringin' every ounce of grit and determination I got. I'm gonna fight until my last breath to earn my spot in that Victory Series.”
Charlie's eyes gleam with fierce determination, her voice unwavering as she delivers her message.
CHARLIE ST HAVEN : “I ain't underestimatin' ya, not one bit. I know how tough you are, how skilled you are. But I also know what I'm capable of, and tonight, I'm fixin' to show the world that ‘The Last of The Gunslingers' Charlie St. Haven ain't just another contender. I'm a force to be reckoned with, and I'm ready to prove it in that ring.”
She pauses, letting her words sink in before offering a respectful nod.
CHARLIE ST HAVEN : “So Gianna, good luck to ya. You're gonna need it, 'cause I ain't holdin' back. It's gonna be a showdown for the ages, and I aim to come out on top.”
With a final tip of her hat and a confident smile, Charlie steps back, the camera slowly fading out as the anticipation for her match builds.
MATCH #5: JORDAN MAJORS VS MAI BLACKMAN
Darrion Hughes: The following contest is scheduled for ONE FALL!
Crowd: ONE FALL!
Introducing First, hailing from Chicago, Illinois.She is MAI BLACKMAN!
And her opponent! Hailing from Los Angeles, California. She is the Star Of Tomorrow, JOOOOOORDAN MAJORS!
Amber Westgate: This match is going to be a good one, Adam. Both Mai and Jordan are some of the very best on Fusion!
Adam LaRue: Absolutely. Mai’s coming off a strong win a couple of weeks ago, and Jordan is looking to bou—-what is this?
Before the bell can ring ‘Prey’ by Parkway Drive kicks in! Both Mai and Jordan turn towards the stage, as from the back out saunters the NEW Zion World Tag Team Champions, THe Carlton Crew! They aren’t alone however, as a small throng of roadies come with them, carrying out a small table, and setting it up in a small little barricaded area halfway down the aisle. Both Max and Barry sit down, and they are soon served upon with a buffet filled with food and wine, as well as some security guards between them and the ring. Majors glares out at the pair, half turning to argue with the referee……and she gets hooked from behind and dropped with a german suplex from Blackman!
Mai is quickly rolling atop Jordan, throwing some stiff forearms from the mount before seizing at her arm, and dropping back into an armbar. Jordan squirms in anguish, but Majors is able to shift her body, dropping a foot on the ropes to force a break. Mai is back up just as quickly, letting Majors climb up slowly before she darts back in, looking for a single-leg takedown, but an elbow to the back of the head from Majors breaks that up quick. Jordan follows up with some right hands, but Mai is able to block most of them, before darting in and sending Majors crashing to the mat with a judo flip. Mai looks to grab at her arm again, but Majors rolls from the ring to stall Mai’s momentum. Majors paces at ringside for a moment, trying to calm herself down, though glancing up to see Max Walker watching her from his little VIP section, Tag Title on his shoulder and sipping at some champagne doesn’t help. Jordan finally climbs back up onto the apron and into the ring. Blackman watches her intently for a long moment before both women slowly circle the ring.
Meeting in the center, Mai goes for a lock-up, only to be greeted with a kick to the gut, doubling her over. Majors follows up with a European Uppercut, and then sends Mai overhead with an exploder suplex, followed by a kip-up as the crowd cheers her on. Majors turns back to see Mai stumbling up and charges in, leaping up to go for a Chapter 11, but Mai bursts forward and drills her with a clothesline in mid-air! Blackman shakes the stuffing out of her head for a moment, and then seizes Majors around the head, dragging her up, just to drop her with a cradle DDT and then rolling atop and drilling her with some more mounted elbows. Mai has the momentum, and she she uses it, rolling Major’s onto her stomach and grabbing at her arm, setting up for the Fujiwara Armbar, but Majors hooks her hands together and refuses to let go. Blackman fires off some stiff kicks to Major’s back, trying to break her hold, but the Star of Tomorrow once again manages to pivot her body around, wrapping her feet around the bottom rope and forcing a break. There’s a frustrated scowl on Mai’s face as she lets go, but she only waits a moment as Majors starts to push up, and the moment Majors is on her feet she darts in to grab her again, only to be caught off guard as Majors jumps and catches her with the Chapter 11! Majors manages to slump an arm across Mai’s chest and the referee slides into place.
ONE...!
TWO...!
Mai kicks out! Jordan is the first to her feet, and she fires off some stiff right hands to Mai, and is greeted with some shots right back, but Majors cuts off the big right hands with a quick Superkick, knocking Blackman down again! The Queens of Chaos alumni bows her head for a moment to catch her breath, before seeing Mai rise to her knees, and Jordan fires off a shoot kick to her chest> Majors follows with a second….third…..fourth….and then backs up and NAILS Blackman with a last giant kick, knocking her right down, and Majors quickly darts back, eyes gleaming as she calls for her Cash Out! The crowd’s buzz grows, but Majors suddenly finds her attention diverted as Max Walker strolls to ringside carrying a second glass of champagne, and he extends it towards her!
Amber Westgate: What the hell is he doing! There’s a match going on right now!
Adam LaRue: He’s offering her some victory champagne! Thats a chivalrous gesture!
Jordan starts screaming at him to go away, and Max stops, taking two steps back in recognition that he’s not wanted, before Majors turns back around and sees mai climbing to her feet. Jordan charges in, leaping up….and Blackman suddenly spins right around, catching Majors right in the jaw with THE SYSTEM! Blackman quickly slumps down atop Majors and the referee slides into place.
ONE...!
TWO...!
THREE!!
Darrion Hughes: Your winner, via pinfall, MAAAAIIIII BLAAAACKMAN!
Mai climbs to her feet, getting her hand raised by the referee, before some loud applause catches her attention and she glares out at ringside, where Max Walker is applauding her. Mai glares him down, and Max backs away, heading back over to his little VIP section, knowing better than to hang around. Max retreats behind the security at his VIP section, and sits beside Barry to enjoy their food and drink, as the show cuts to commercial on the angry look in Jordan’s eyes as she stares them down.
Crowd: ONE FALL!
Introducing First, hailing from Chicago, Illinois.She is MAI BLACKMAN!
And her opponent! Hailing from Los Angeles, California. She is the Star Of Tomorrow, JOOOOOORDAN MAJORS!
Amber Westgate: This match is going to be a good one, Adam. Both Mai and Jordan are some of the very best on Fusion!
Adam LaRue: Absolutely. Mai’s coming off a strong win a couple of weeks ago, and Jordan is looking to bou—-what is this?
Before the bell can ring ‘Prey’ by Parkway Drive kicks in! Both Mai and Jordan turn towards the stage, as from the back out saunters the NEW Zion World Tag Team Champions, THe Carlton Crew! They aren’t alone however, as a small throng of roadies come with them, carrying out a small table, and setting it up in a small little barricaded area halfway down the aisle. Both Max and Barry sit down, and they are soon served upon with a buffet filled with food and wine, as well as some security guards between them and the ring. Majors glares out at the pair, half turning to argue with the referee……and she gets hooked from behind and dropped with a german suplex from Blackman!
Mai is quickly rolling atop Jordan, throwing some stiff forearms from the mount before seizing at her arm, and dropping back into an armbar. Jordan squirms in anguish, but Majors is able to shift her body, dropping a foot on the ropes to force a break. Mai is back up just as quickly, letting Majors climb up slowly before she darts back in, looking for a single-leg takedown, but an elbow to the back of the head from Majors breaks that up quick. Jordan follows up with some right hands, but Mai is able to block most of them, before darting in and sending Majors crashing to the mat with a judo flip. Mai looks to grab at her arm again, but Majors rolls from the ring to stall Mai’s momentum. Majors paces at ringside for a moment, trying to calm herself down, though glancing up to see Max Walker watching her from his little VIP section, Tag Title on his shoulder and sipping at some champagne doesn’t help. Jordan finally climbs back up onto the apron and into the ring. Blackman watches her intently for a long moment before both women slowly circle the ring.
Meeting in the center, Mai goes for a lock-up, only to be greeted with a kick to the gut, doubling her over. Majors follows up with a European Uppercut, and then sends Mai overhead with an exploder suplex, followed by a kip-up as the crowd cheers her on. Majors turns back to see Mai stumbling up and charges in, leaping up to go for a Chapter 11, but Mai bursts forward and drills her with a clothesline in mid-air! Blackman shakes the stuffing out of her head for a moment, and then seizes Majors around the head, dragging her up, just to drop her with a cradle DDT and then rolling atop and drilling her with some more mounted elbows. Mai has the momentum, and she she uses it, rolling Major’s onto her stomach and grabbing at her arm, setting up for the Fujiwara Armbar, but Majors hooks her hands together and refuses to let go. Blackman fires off some stiff kicks to Major’s back, trying to break her hold, but the Star of Tomorrow once again manages to pivot her body around, wrapping her feet around the bottom rope and forcing a break. There’s a frustrated scowl on Mai’s face as she lets go, but she only waits a moment as Majors starts to push up, and the moment Majors is on her feet she darts in to grab her again, only to be caught off guard as Majors jumps and catches her with the Chapter 11! Majors manages to slump an arm across Mai’s chest and the referee slides into place.
ONE...!
TWO...!
Mai kicks out! Jordan is the first to her feet, and she fires off some stiff right hands to Mai, and is greeted with some shots right back, but Majors cuts off the big right hands with a quick Superkick, knocking Blackman down again! The Queens of Chaos alumni bows her head for a moment to catch her breath, before seeing Mai rise to her knees, and Jordan fires off a shoot kick to her chest> Majors follows with a second….third…..fourth….and then backs up and NAILS Blackman with a last giant kick, knocking her right down, and Majors quickly darts back, eyes gleaming as she calls for her Cash Out! The crowd’s buzz grows, but Majors suddenly finds her attention diverted as Max Walker strolls to ringside carrying a second glass of champagne, and he extends it towards her!
Amber Westgate: What the hell is he doing! There’s a match going on right now!
Adam LaRue: He’s offering her some victory champagne! Thats a chivalrous gesture!
Jordan starts screaming at him to go away, and Max stops, taking two steps back in recognition that he’s not wanted, before Majors turns back around and sees mai climbing to her feet. Jordan charges in, leaping up….and Blackman suddenly spins right around, catching Majors right in the jaw with THE SYSTEM! Blackman quickly slumps down atop Majors and the referee slides into place.
ONE...!
TWO...!
THREE!!
Darrion Hughes: Your winner, via pinfall, MAAAAIIIII BLAAAACKMAN!
Mai climbs to her feet, getting her hand raised by the referee, before some loud applause catches her attention and she glares out at ringside, where Max Walker is applauding her. Mai glares him down, and Max backs away, heading back over to his little VIP section, knowing better than to hang around. Max retreats behind the security at his VIP section, and sits beside Barry to enjoy their food and drink, as the show cuts to commercial on the angry look in Jordan’s eyes as she stares them down.
RESULT: PINFALL (THE SYSTEM)
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The show comes back from commercial, with the ring now empty, but the Carlton Crew are still in their little enclave. Barry is enjoying some chicken, while Max takes another sip of some champagne, and then looks over to a nearby camera and waves it in close. The camera coms closer, and Max picks up his tag title, setting it over his shoulder.
Max Walker: “You see this? This is how champions celebrate. Good food. Good champagne. And getting to see little Miss Majors CHOKE DOWN on another loss. Hey. I tried to help. Tried to give her some motivation. Offer her a little Carlton Crew hospitality with a little bubbly. She just couldn’t get it done though, and looks like Grandma got the big ol’ dub! Here’s to you Mai! Proving that here in Zion, even senior citizens can get a win now and then!”
Max toasts the camera, taking a sip from his flute before he looks over and slaps Barry’s back with a grin. Mister Mac looks at him, and Max is all smiles as h slaps his hand on his title.
Max Walker: “Feels good, hey Bazza? The Carlton Crew atop the Tag Team division where we belong. Gold on our shoulder, like it belongs there. Barely even six months in Zion, and we’re already the champions, and we ain’t losing these titles any time soon.”
Max cackles and then looks back to the camera with a grin.
Max Walker: “Consider this fair warning to all the Tag Teams here on Fusion. Now that we ARE the Champions, we have no intention of giving up these belts any time soon. The Carlton Crew are your Champions, and that fact ain’t changing any time soon. Now get outta here, we got some grub to finish.”
And with that Max dismisses the camera-man and turns back to Barry, picking up some cheese slices to enjoy himself as we cut away to the next scene.
Here we see Gianna Rojas as she walks leisurely down the back hallway. Already dressed and ready for her match ahead against Charlie St. Haven she smiles and greets people as she passes. She stops and talks to a few as well, animated conversation as she nods and smiles some more. Apparently she's in quite a good mood, and who could blame her? She clearly loves the company she works for and the people that work alongside her for the most part. Pretty much with only one real notable exception, and who could ask for more really. After a bit she stops at catering to get herself a little bottle of water and waves the ever-present camera over with a grin.
Gianna Rojas: Qué gran noche, tengo un fantástico combate de lucha por delante, simplemente lo sé. Charlie parece una gran persona y disfruto de su energía y entusiasmo por la vida.
Another bright smile and she pauses to take a little sip of that water before she nods and continues.
Gianna Rojas: Ya sabes qué esperar de mí, ya que pasé mucho tiempo mostrándoles a todos mis partidos como Campeón Viral. Te prometo que obtendrás nada menos que lo mejor de mí.
She takes a moment and finishes up the water, doing a nice no look shot into the trash can next to her before winking at the camera and presumably at Charlie.
Gianna Rojas: ¡Nos vemos por ahí!
MATCH #6: GIANNA ROJAS VS CHARLIE ST. HAVEN
VICTORY SERIES QUALIFYING MATCH
Charlie and Gianna locked up in the middle of the ring as soon as the bell sounded, both women wanting to move on into the Victory Series. The two women battled for dominance, neither giving in to the other. Ultimately, a well timed kick from Charlie to Gianna’s knee gave her an opening. St. Haven whipped Rojas into the ropes, meeting her with a roundhouse kick as Rojas came back at her. The kick sent Gianna to the mat, but she wasn’t down for long as Charlie moved to get her back to her feet. St. Haven backed away from Rojas some before taking off at a run, hitting her square with a running big boot that sent her back down to the mat. With Rojas back on her feet again, St. Haven went to throw her into the corner. Gianna hit the turnbuckles hard, and Charlie came running at her, looking for a dropkick.
Crowd: LET’S GO GIANNA! LET’S GO CHARLIE! LET’S GO GIANNA! LET’S GO CHARLIE!
Gianna moved out of the way at the last second leaving Charlie to crash and burn! St. Haven pulled herself up with the corner ropes, leaning against the turnbuckles for a moment. But that moment was all it took for Gianna to nail her with a vicious Yakuza kick! Rojas backed up and ran at the ropes, launching herself off of them for a springboard hurricanrana that left St. Haven with the breath being knocked out of her as she slammed into the mat. Charlie got back to her feet, moving just a touch slower than before, and she stared Gianna down with a determined look on her face. Just as Charlie was going to go at Gianna, the crowd began booing loudly which caused St. Haven to look around. When she spotted Diamond Steele, St. Haven leaned against the ropes, yelling at the other woman to bring it on. She didn’t notice Rojas sneakily coming up behind her to grab her in a roll-up pin attempt.
ONE…!
TWO…!
THREE…!!
Charlie got out of the pin a millisecond too late! The bell sounded, and Gianna’s arm was raised in victory as Diamond smirked from the outside.
Darrion Hughes: The winner of this match…Gianna! Rojas!
Amber Westgate: Gianna Rojas gets into Victory Series off the back of Diamond Steele not knowing how to let go of a grudge!
Adam LaRue: Diamond Steele making the message very clear! Charlie St. Haven isn’t done with her until she says so!
Rojas celebrates, with Steele laughing at St. Haven from outside the ring as we fade!
RESULT: PINFALL (ROLL UP)
Our peripheral would shift to a picture of a Daria Dorsey 8 x 10 picture of her doing the Muhammad Ali pose with the title, as the camera would pan out to reveal the frame and then Daria herself to reminisce about the win.
Daria Dorsey
“It's been three years for Zion Wrestling, and I have been on top for a good chunk of that time. But, that's the peak, and I hit such a low valley in my life working with Angelica Matthews. A lot has happened in those three years.”
She said, turning to face the camera while speaking again.
Daria Dorsey
“Now that I'm fighting for myself again, things are coming back for me. However, some people still don't believe I have it in me to be the champion once again… They don't realize that I am the heart and soul of Fusion! I've been here since the beginning, and a good team never trades away their star player, because Kai Morgan knows that Daria Dorsey is Priceless.
She says, as this whole time Daria had been sporting gear in Florida Panthers white and yellow, and has a dig at the recent trade their rivals, the Tampa Bay Lightning had done the week before.
Daria Dorsey
“When I get in there tonight, facing Blaze Darling at the opposite side of the ring. That bell rings, and her title is on the line… she is going to learn that there's a reason people still call me the Zenith of Zion Wrestling. Tonight, I am punching my ticket to being a two time Zion Wrestling Champion, and Blaze you can consider your title reign snuffed.”
She says with a bit of a snarl before leaving the room as Daria heads to the ring.
We cut to the inside of the Queens of Chaos locker room, where we see Jordan Majors icing herself up after a harsh match. Next to her sits Jessi Ozborne, staring off into space as she ruminates.
Jessi Ozborne: You know, I still remember the day that we kinda settled into knowing that you and I were best friends. We were in the car, banging the shittiest 2000s pop hits and singing along to em. In between one of the songs, I looked over to you and never felt happier in my entire life. I realized that you’re not just someone I’d go to war with…but someone I’d go to war for.
Jessi’s voice starts to waver a bit. You can tell she’s getting emotional here. Jordan reaches out and holds her hand.
Jessi Ozborne: When you and I won those World Tag Team Championships in Dallas, that was far and away one of the best moments of my life. That was never just another championship to me. To me, it was everything. Being able to stand at the top of the mountain with a woman I love more than life itself. My sister. My family.
Her eyes start to gloss over, with small yet visible tears starting to roll down her face.
Jessi Ozborne: So it absolutely broke my heart to see all of that ripped away from us from two people who couldn’t even begin to comprehend what that’s like. But what can we do? I mean, we did it. We have it our all, we came up short…That‘s it, right?
Wrong.
Jessi’s demeanor completely changes from that of sadness to determination as she looks directly towards the camera.
Jessi Ozborne: Carlton Crew. I’ll give it to you guys. You played your games, you pulled out every trick in the book, and you got us…twice. Good for you. You got yourselves the World Tag Team Championships. Yet the world ain’t celebrating, and that’s because they all watched you two do the most unexceptional thing there is: Get lucky.
Jessi starts to snicker a bit, the notion coming from it feeling almost dangerous.
Jessi Ozborne: And the part that floors me the most, is that you clowns wanna make it out to be that we’re mad. That we’re angry or upset. Because like a couple little bridge trolls, you love to feed off of people’s anger. Well there’s a reason you’re stuck in your little lounge sucking on grapes and champagne, and that’s because you tried to feed on our anger and ended up starving. Let me make one thing crystal clear: Jordan and me? We don’t get mad. We get even.
Jessi puts a finger to Jordan’s chest as the two rise to their feet.
Jessi Ozborne: See, I think it’s about time you got a reminder of who we are. Jordan Majors. First ever Viral Champion. A triple crown champion. The greatest Zion World Champion of all time. Jessi Ozborne. Nine time World Champion. One of the best to ever lace up a pair of boots. So let me ask you something, boys…What happens when you have that pedigree focused on nothing more than your destruction?
The camera zooms in on the two.
Jessi Ozborne: You get fucked. And that’s not a threat, that’s a promise. I don’t care if you don’t like it, because we’re about to make you fucking cry about it.
With that, the two stare into the camera, both of them more determined than ever as we fade.
Back near the locker rooms, Kitsu was sitting on an equipment box wearing a simple pair of jeans and a pink t-shirt from Disney world with 4th of July fireworks all over it. A pair of Audeze Maxwell Wireless headphones over her ears with the microphone in place. Her cellphone in hand. The camera catches her mid-song.
Kitsu: Mezamesaseru chikara wa magic
Unare shijou saidaikyuu no hurricane
She leapt from the box with her eyes closed, hands moving to clutch a large invisible microphone as she moved into the chorus.
Kitsu: Breakout! Blessed wind
Makiokoru kaze kegare kiyome
Fly at mach speed
Kimi wo sukuidasu Don’t fall down Get back
The exaggerated performance hand movements that punctuated the final lyrics of the song almost came into contact with Valentina. Valentina does not look at happy AT ALL
Valentina Skye Will you shut the hell up!!
It is clear that Valentina’s pissed off about losing the National Championship just last week on Fusion and she doesn’t need to hear someone singing, especially with the mood she’s in.
Kitsu stopped at the shouting and slowly removed her headset.
Kitsu: Why? Are you allergic to having a good time…
She looked towards where Valentina normally held her championship belt
Kitsu: ...or success?
Valentina looks like she’s going to slap the hell out of her.
Valentina Skye: Who the hell do you THINK you are?!
She stops for a second.
Valentina Skye: No, don’t answer that, you’re probably one of the stooges that are happy to see ME without MY CHAMPIONSHIP, that I got screwed out of!
Kitsu laughed for a moment.
Kitsu: Oh wait. You’re serious. Let me laugh harder.
Kitsu indeed laughed harder, tears forming in her eyes as she bent back over the equipment box with a raucous sound. She stood up for a moment to calm down and laughed more.
Kitsu: Sorry…Sorry…It’s been a while since someone didn’t know who I was or thought I cared about them. Oh man. You are a riot.
The fox took out a paper napkin from a nearby restaurant to wipe her eyes. Her breathing slowly returned.
Kitsu: Since you don’t actually know. Let me educate you. Cliff notes version.
Pulling her phone out she pulled up the graphic on Xitter of the National Rankings.
Kitsu: I’m number two. Keep losing and I will be right there to take your spot.
Valentina does a mocking laugh at Kitsu.
Valentina Skye: Oh Yeah? You think that’s funny?
Kitsu nods, but all of a sudden.
WACK
Valentina smacks the hell out of her, sending her phone onto the ground. Valentina grabs it and waves it in her face.
Valentina Skye: You think waving this in my face and wanting me to LOSE is going to stop ME from winning and retaining my spot as NUMBER ONE!
She sees a huge welch coming on her head.
Valentina Skye: Trust me, Kitsu, you don’t know what you got yourself into! You thought making jokes about me was funny!
She throws her phone back at her and walks away. She stops in her tracks and turns around.
Valentina Skye: Stupid. Just plan ole stupid!
She walks away as we see Kitsu looking at the phone that bounced off her chest. Eyes locking on Valentine as she walks away. That trademark predatory grin forming on her lips as she licks them.
Amber Westgate: Some high tensions between the former National Champion and the upstart Kitsu! And they may actually find that they’ll be able to blow off that steam sooner rather than later! Next week, Fusion comes to you live from right here in Zion Wrestling Stadium!
Adam LaRue: Yes, and what Amber is referring to is indeed our opening match for next week! We already saw Gianna Rojas and Madi McNamara make their entry into the Victory Series Match! Kicking us off, we’ll see who from the National Championship Division will make it in between Valentina Skye and Kitsu!
Amber Westgate: This night is all Victory Series all the time it seems, as we still have our last chance qualifier in two weeks time! With tonight’s Viral Championship Division Qualifier being a Triple Threat, GM Kai Morgan has announced that he does still want a Fatal Four Way! Therefore, Erissa will go one-on-one with Lukas Baudelaire next week to see who will get the spot in the Last Chance Qualifier!
Adam LaRue: And in the Wildcard Qualifier, two people hungry to regain some momentum on Fusion will go one-on-one to do just that! Diamond Steele goes one-on-one with Róisín with a spot in Victory Series on the line!
Amber Westgate: And in next week’s Main Event, Maki Megumi has yet to escape the oppressive shadow of the Genesis of Destruction, and next week she faces her next obstacle! Will she be able to get past a returning Kaya Parker! We find out all this and more next week on Fusion!
MAIN EVENT: DARIA DORSEY VS BLAZE DARLING ©
WORLD HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH
Darrion Hughes: The following contest…is scheduled for one fall!
Crowd: ONE FALL!!
Darrion Hughes: And it is for the Zion Wrestling WORLD! HEAVYWEIGHT! CHAMPIONSHIP!
Introducing first, the challenger…from Rochester, New York…weighing in at 152 lbs…she is the Zenith of Zion…Daria! Dorsey!
And her opponent…representing The Queens of Chaos…from Anaheim, California…weighing in at 125 lbs…she is the Zion Wrestling WORLD! HEAVYWEIGHT! CHAMPION!...BLAZE! DARLING!
Amber Westgate: Three years ago, Daria Dorsey signed on the dotted line and became a member of Zion Wrestling’s roster! Since then, she’s done so much! First ever Chance Briefcase Holder! A Triple Crown Champion! One of the first Zion Wrestling World Heavyweight Champions!
Adam LaRue: But that was all in the past! Now is the time for Dorsey to see if she still has what it takes to be at the top of this industry! Can she put away Blaze Darling to reach the pinnacle again?
Darling and Dorsey circle the ring around each other, eventually finding themselves in a Collar-and-Elbow Tie-Up! Darling tries to get proactive, eagerly getting her challenger into a Side Headlock! But Dorsey is much too technically sound to stay in the hold for long, slipping out and getting Darling right into a Hammerlock! She looks for a Back Suplex off of this, but Darling is able to land on her feet, pushing Dorsey from behind and into the ropes! Dorsey hits the ropes and comes back, sliding between Darling’s legs and picking an ankle on the way through! The champion falls face first to the mat, with Dorsey seeing blood in the water as she looks for a Bulldog Choke! Darling got too much headway in getting up for Dorsey to have any kind of leverage, leading to the champion slowly rising to her feet and taking down the challenger with a Back Suplex! She immediately covers!
ONE…!
Kick out by Dorsey! Darling shows off her impressive power now, getting Dorsey to her feet before picking her up and carrying her to the corner for a Tree of Woe! Darling rushes in, looking for the attack! But Dorsey gets out of the way, pulling herself up on the top turnbuckle and allowing Darling to sail past her and into the ring post! She rolls down Darling’s back now, going for a Schoolboy roll up!
ONE…!
TW-
Kick out by Darling! Dorsey is right back on the champion, getting her in position before dropping her with a Vertical Suplex! She rolls through, getting Darling to a seated position before stepping back to the ropes! She comes back, nailing Darling with a Running Meteora! She hooks the leg again!
ONE…!
TWO…!
Kick out by Darling again! Dorsey looks to get Darling up, only for the champion to pull her in and drop her with a Back Body Drop! Dorsey attempts to get up, only to hit with a Superkick! Dorsey rolls out of the ring, with Darling now seeing the opportunity to fly! She hits the ropes, peeking her head through the ropes for a Suicide Dive! But Dorsey is quick to counter, connecting with a stiff Right Hook that leaves Darling draped over the second rope! Dorsey, climbs up to the second rope, looking to catch Darling with a Diving Leg Drop! But Darling gets out of the way, leaving Dorsey to crash onto the apron! She stumbles around ringside, with Darling sliding onto the apron and catching her with a Penalty Kick! Darling then sets up as Dorsey gets to her feet, jumping off and onto her with a Asai Moonsault! Darling throws Dorsey back into the ring before going for the pin!
ONE…!
TWO…!
Kick out by Dorsey! Darling looks to end this, getting to the top rope in hopes of hitting the Banana Shake! But Dorsey is able to avoid it, jumping up to the top rope with Darling and getting in a few strikes to the head! She pulls Darling in position, before dropping her down to the mat with a Superplex! She isn’t finished however, rolling through and getting Darling back up before dropping her with a Falcon Arrow! Dorsey hooks the leg!
ONE…!
TWO…!
THRE-
Kick out by Darling! Dorsey is showing some nerves now, confirming the two count with the referee! She scoots back into the corner, getting herself up before calling for Darling to do the same! She rushes in, looking for a Bicycle Knee Lift, but Darling dodges it and takes her down with a German Suplex! Darling gets Dorsey up, lifting her and putting her in the Tree of Woe! Darling rushes in for a move, but just like earlier, Dorsey gets out of the way, sitting up on the top turnbuckle! Darling sees this coming, however, jumping up and nailing Dorsey with an Avalanche Backstabber! Dorsey is left on the mat, with Darling going to the top! She comes down on her with Banana Shake! 450 Splash connects! Darling hooks the leg!
ONE…!
TWO…!
THREE-
NO! Shoulder up by Dorsey right before three! Darling is ready to put an end to this, getting Dorsey up and looking for Cloud Nine! But Dorsey escapes the attempt at the Cradle Piledriver, taking Darling down with a Headscissor! Darling and Dorsey both get up, with the champion rushing up to the challenger! Dorsey catches her, however, dropping her with the Truckstop! Spinning Sideslam connects! Dorsey with the pin now!
ONE…!
TWO…!
THREE-
Kick out by Darling! The champion narrowly avoids the loss! Dorsey gets Darling to her feet, looking for the Phoenix Driver! But Darling reverses, landing behind Dorsey and getting her into position before hitting Cloud Nine! Cradle Piledriver connects! Darling with the pin!
ONE…!
TWO…!
THREE-
NO! Dorsey with the foot on the rope at the last possible moment! Darling is in disbelief, with the referee pointing out the foot on the rope much to her disappointment! She slowly begins pulling Dorsey to her feet, trying to figure out what she has to do to put her away! Before she can do that however, Dorsey picks the leg, taking her down for a surprise Jackknife Pin!
ONE…!
TWO…!
THREE-
Kick out by Darling, but Dorsey isn’t done with her, rolling through and getting her into Daria’s Inferno! Edgecator is cinched in! Darling is in trouble here, crawling towards the rope as she comes just fingertips away from touching the bottom one! But Dorsey catches onto this, pulling Darling to the center of the ring and starting the hold anew! Darling is stuck with nowhere to go, once again trying to reach out to the ropes! She’s unable to get anywhere close however, with Dorsey continuing to bend the back even harder to get her to quit! Eventually, the pain is too much to bear, as Darling meekly taps out, almost as if she doesn’t want to but knows she must! The match is over! We’ve got a new champion!
Darrion Hughes: The winner of this match…and NEW Zion Wrestling WORLD! HEAVYWEIGHT! CHAMPION!...DARIA! DORSEY!
Amber Westgate: Dorsey fought hard for over two years to get back into this spot! Now she’s here! She’s got it! She’s now a two time World Heavyweight Champion!
Adam LaRue: She had her ups and downs! Many doubted that she was gonna make it to the mountaintop again! But now she’s in the position to look down on them! What a match and what a win!
Dorsey is handed the World Heavyweight Championship, nearly in tears she kneels down with it in her hand! She celebrates, climbing to the top rope and raising the title in the air to a massive ovation! She comes down, coming face to face with Darling! The former champion looks disappointed, but she still shows her sportsmanship, outstretching a hand to her! Dorsey shakes it, before Darling holds up her hand! She takes her exit, allowing Dorsey to continue to celebrate as the copyright logo signifies the end of the broadcast!
Crowd: ONE FALL!!
Darrion Hughes: And it is for the Zion Wrestling WORLD! HEAVYWEIGHT! CHAMPIONSHIP!
Introducing first, the challenger…from Rochester, New York…weighing in at 152 lbs…she is the Zenith of Zion…Daria! Dorsey!
And her opponent…representing The Queens of Chaos…from Anaheim, California…weighing in at 125 lbs…she is the Zion Wrestling WORLD! HEAVYWEIGHT! CHAMPION!...BLAZE! DARLING!
Amber Westgate: Three years ago, Daria Dorsey signed on the dotted line and became a member of Zion Wrestling’s roster! Since then, she’s done so much! First ever Chance Briefcase Holder! A Triple Crown Champion! One of the first Zion Wrestling World Heavyweight Champions!
Adam LaRue: But that was all in the past! Now is the time for Dorsey to see if she still has what it takes to be at the top of this industry! Can she put away Blaze Darling to reach the pinnacle again?
Darling and Dorsey circle the ring around each other, eventually finding themselves in a Collar-and-Elbow Tie-Up! Darling tries to get proactive, eagerly getting her challenger into a Side Headlock! But Dorsey is much too technically sound to stay in the hold for long, slipping out and getting Darling right into a Hammerlock! She looks for a Back Suplex off of this, but Darling is able to land on her feet, pushing Dorsey from behind and into the ropes! Dorsey hits the ropes and comes back, sliding between Darling’s legs and picking an ankle on the way through! The champion falls face first to the mat, with Dorsey seeing blood in the water as she looks for a Bulldog Choke! Darling got too much headway in getting up for Dorsey to have any kind of leverage, leading to the champion slowly rising to her feet and taking down the challenger with a Back Suplex! She immediately covers!
ONE…!
Kick out by Dorsey! Darling shows off her impressive power now, getting Dorsey to her feet before picking her up and carrying her to the corner for a Tree of Woe! Darling rushes in, looking for the attack! But Dorsey gets out of the way, pulling herself up on the top turnbuckle and allowing Darling to sail past her and into the ring post! She rolls down Darling’s back now, going for a Schoolboy roll up!
ONE…!
TW-
Kick out by Darling! Dorsey is right back on the champion, getting her in position before dropping her with a Vertical Suplex! She rolls through, getting Darling to a seated position before stepping back to the ropes! She comes back, nailing Darling with a Running Meteora! She hooks the leg again!
ONE…!
TWO…!
Kick out by Darling again! Dorsey looks to get Darling up, only for the champion to pull her in and drop her with a Back Body Drop! Dorsey attempts to get up, only to hit with a Superkick! Dorsey rolls out of the ring, with Darling now seeing the opportunity to fly! She hits the ropes, peeking her head through the ropes for a Suicide Dive! But Dorsey is quick to counter, connecting with a stiff Right Hook that leaves Darling draped over the second rope! Dorsey, climbs up to the second rope, looking to catch Darling with a Diving Leg Drop! But Darling gets out of the way, leaving Dorsey to crash onto the apron! She stumbles around ringside, with Darling sliding onto the apron and catching her with a Penalty Kick! Darling then sets up as Dorsey gets to her feet, jumping off and onto her with a Asai Moonsault! Darling throws Dorsey back into the ring before going for the pin!
ONE…!
TWO…!
Kick out by Dorsey! Darling looks to end this, getting to the top rope in hopes of hitting the Banana Shake! But Dorsey is able to avoid it, jumping up to the top rope with Darling and getting in a few strikes to the head! She pulls Darling in position, before dropping her down to the mat with a Superplex! She isn’t finished however, rolling through and getting Darling back up before dropping her with a Falcon Arrow! Dorsey hooks the leg!
ONE…!
TWO…!
THRE-
Kick out by Darling! Dorsey is showing some nerves now, confirming the two count with the referee! She scoots back into the corner, getting herself up before calling for Darling to do the same! She rushes in, looking for a Bicycle Knee Lift, but Darling dodges it and takes her down with a German Suplex! Darling gets Dorsey up, lifting her and putting her in the Tree of Woe! Darling rushes in for a move, but just like earlier, Dorsey gets out of the way, sitting up on the top turnbuckle! Darling sees this coming, however, jumping up and nailing Dorsey with an Avalanche Backstabber! Dorsey is left on the mat, with Darling going to the top! She comes down on her with Banana Shake! 450 Splash connects! Darling hooks the leg!
ONE…!
TWO…!
THREE-
NO! Shoulder up by Dorsey right before three! Darling is ready to put an end to this, getting Dorsey up and looking for Cloud Nine! But Dorsey escapes the attempt at the Cradle Piledriver, taking Darling down with a Headscissor! Darling and Dorsey both get up, with the champion rushing up to the challenger! Dorsey catches her, however, dropping her with the Truckstop! Spinning Sideslam connects! Dorsey with the pin now!
ONE…!
TWO…!
THREE-
Kick out by Darling! The champion narrowly avoids the loss! Dorsey gets Darling to her feet, looking for the Phoenix Driver! But Darling reverses, landing behind Dorsey and getting her into position before hitting Cloud Nine! Cradle Piledriver connects! Darling with the pin!
ONE…!
TWO…!
THREE-
NO! Dorsey with the foot on the rope at the last possible moment! Darling is in disbelief, with the referee pointing out the foot on the rope much to her disappointment! She slowly begins pulling Dorsey to her feet, trying to figure out what she has to do to put her away! Before she can do that however, Dorsey picks the leg, taking her down for a surprise Jackknife Pin!
ONE…!
TWO…!
THREE-
Kick out by Darling, but Dorsey isn’t done with her, rolling through and getting her into Daria’s Inferno! Edgecator is cinched in! Darling is in trouble here, crawling towards the rope as she comes just fingertips away from touching the bottom one! But Dorsey catches onto this, pulling Darling to the center of the ring and starting the hold anew! Darling is stuck with nowhere to go, once again trying to reach out to the ropes! She’s unable to get anywhere close however, with Dorsey continuing to bend the back even harder to get her to quit! Eventually, the pain is too much to bear, as Darling meekly taps out, almost as if she doesn’t want to but knows she must! The match is over! We’ve got a new champion!
Darrion Hughes: The winner of this match…and NEW Zion Wrestling WORLD! HEAVYWEIGHT! CHAMPION!...DARIA! DORSEY!
Amber Westgate: Dorsey fought hard for over two years to get back into this spot! Now she’s here! She’s got it! She’s now a two time World Heavyweight Champion!
Adam LaRue: She had her ups and downs! Many doubted that she was gonna make it to the mountaintop again! But now she’s in the position to look down on them! What a match and what a win!
Dorsey is handed the World Heavyweight Championship, nearly in tears she kneels down with it in her hand! She celebrates, climbing to the top rope and raising the title in the air to a massive ovation! She comes down, coming face to face with Darling! The former champion looks disappointed, but she still shows her sportsmanship, outstretching a hand to her! Dorsey shakes it, before Darling holds up her hand! She takes her exit, allowing Dorsey to continue to celebrate as the copyright logo signifies the end of the broadcast!
RESULT: SUBMISSION (DARIA’S INFERNO)
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Amber Westgate: No…NO!
Adam LaRue: If there were ever a more perfect time for revenge…this would be it!
Dorsey looks absolutely baffled as she shoots her gaze up the ramp! The crowd comes to a collective chorus of boos as “Let Em Come” signifies the arrival of the Chance Briefcase Holder Kaitlin Williams! Dorsey keeps looking to the stage, expecting her rival to come through the curtain and down the ramp…
BUT WILLIAMS CATCHES HER BY SURPRISE WITH A SHOT TO THE BACK!
Amber Westgate: Williams is here! Williams is here!
Adam LaRue: And I don’t think you need that much brain power to know why!
Williams mauls Dorsey in the center of the ring, hitting her with the briefcase again, and again, and AGAIN! She eventually sets it down, pulling Dorsey up before dropping her on top of it with Katastrophe! Pumphandle Reverse STO connects! Williams then pushes Dorsey off of the briefcase, taking a look at it and then the World Heavyweight Championship left on the mat! She nods her head, knowing exactly what she’s gonna do now!
She picks up the briefcase and shoves it right into the arms of the official, demanding that she cash in now! The official rushes out of the ring, handing the briefcase to Darrion Hughes and letting him know what’s happening!
Darrion Hughes: Ladies and gentlemen…Kaitlin Williams is cashing in her Chance Briefcase!
Therefore, the following contest, set for one fall…is for the WORLD! HEAVYWEIGHT! CHAMPIONSHIP!
Amber Westgate: This cannot be happening! Not on this night!
Adam LaRue: It’s happening! We have another championship match incoming!
BONUS MATCH: KAITLIN WILLIAMS VS DARIA DORSEY ©
WORLD HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH
Dorsey attempts to get to her feet, trying her damnedest to avoid going down the drain she’s currently circling! Williams doesn’t give her the chance to, however, plucking her up before she can fully stand on her own two feet and planting her with Katastrophe! Pumphandle Powerbomb connects! Williams holds her down for the pin!
ONE…!
TWO…!
THREE!!
Darrion Hughes: The winner of this match…and NEW Zion Wrestling WORLD! HEAVYWEIGHT! CHAMPION!...KAITLIN! WILLIAMS!
Amber Westgate: Credit where it’s due, despite this audience not wanting to give her any, Kaitlin Williams saw her opportunity and took it!
Adam LaRue: She moves fast and with a vengeance, and now she’s moving with the World Heavyweight Championship! Friday Nights…welcome to the Crown Jewel Era!
Williams doesn’t know how to react to this victory, opting to just let out a huge, guttural yell as she realizes what she’s done! She quickly gets to her feet, snatching the World Heavyweight Championship from the referee before they have a chance to give it to her! She holds it up high, as the fans unanimously boo the new champion! She raises her title high, with pyro and confetti raining down above her as we fade to black!
RESULT: PINFALL (KATASTROPHE)
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