Hello fans and welcome to another installment of the HCW Wrestling Newsletter. On the card today, we will see Nightfang in singles action. Jake Montrose and Talon McFrost are both winless in singles action. Tonight, they will meet and the person who does not win will be out of HCW. Penny Hall is winless in singles action and will take on Chloe Parker to see if she can change things around. Steel Justice will take on the Smashers and the World Champion the Banker will defend his title tonight. Before we begin, we have some comments from the World Champion.
The Banker (leaning against a steel
locker, championship belt slung over his shoulder):
“Listen up, you pencil-pushers,
number-crunchers, and spreadsheet aficionados! It’s me—the World Champion, the
man who turns zeroes into millions and investments into gold. They call me The
Banker, and I’ve got a message for all you wrestling wannabes.”
[He adjusts his cufflinks, the gold
glinting in the dim backstage light]
“At Meltdown PPV, they’ve stacked
the deck against me—a Fatal Four Way. Four hungry wolves circling the same
carcass. But let me tell you something: I’m no lamb. I’m the bull market
personified. And my stock? It’s soaring.”
[He smirks, running a hand through
his slicked-back hair]
“First up, we’ve got Mr. X.
Mysterious, elusive, and hiding behind that mask. But guess what, Mr. X? Your
secrets won’t save you. I’ve audited your moves, and I’ve got your playbook.
You’re just another line item on my balance sheet.”
[The Banker glances toward the
shadows]
“Next, the so-called Wicked Prophet.
Preaching doom and destruction? Please. I’ve seen worse in a quarterly report.
Your dark prophecies won’t stop me from cashing in. I’ll turn your curses into
dividends.”
[He leans in, his voice low and dangerous]
“And then there’s Jack Lumber. The
man with an ax to grind—literally. But Jack, this ain’t a forest. It’s a
wrestling ring. Your tree-chopping skills won’t fell The Banker. I’ve got more
leverage than a Wall Street tycoon.”
[He pats the championship belt
affectionately]
“So, bring your finishers, your high
spots, your flashy moves. But remember, when you’re lying flat on your back,
staring up at those arena lights, it’s not just a three-count you’re facing.
It’s the interest accumulating on your failure.”
[He straightens his tie, smirking]
“Meltdown PPV? More like Meltdown
for my opponents. The Banker’s open for business, and the market’s bullish.
Invest wisely, my friends.”
And there you have it, folks. The
Banker’s financial forecast for the Fatal Four Way. Tune in next week to see if
he can balance the books or if someone else cashes in!
With that out of
the way, let’s get right to the action.
Match #1: Jake
Montrose vs Talon McFrost. The loser must
leave HCW.
This match has
some serious consequences at stake…a future in HCW. Talon McFrost comes out first to a mixed
reaction from the crowd. Once in the
ring, ‘the Bounty Hunter’ Jake Montrose, a member of the Flaggship, came out
next to heavy booing from the fans. As
soon as Col. Flagg joined him, the booing intensified. The duo walked to the ring and Flagg
immediately began barking orders. The
match began and Montrose held the advantage for the first few minutes but then
McFrost began battling back giving the Bounty Hunter a real challenge. In fact, Jake started getting worried the
longer the match went on. Flagg
continued to bark at Jake and the ref but did not get physically involved. We join the match at the 17 minute mark.
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In the 17th minute of the match: =====
"The Bounty
Hunter" Jake Montrose executes a KNEE TO MIDSECTION....
Talon
McFrost executes a THE COLD STONE....
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In the 18th minute of the match: =====
"The
Bounty Hunter" Jake Montrose executes a LOADED HEADBUTT DROP....
Talon
McFrost attempts to defend against LOADED HEADBUTT DROP but is unsuccessful.
"The
Bounty Hunter" Jake Montrose is attempting a pin!!!
1...2...
Talon
McFrost kicks out of the pin!
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In the 19th minute of the match: =====
Talon
McFrost executes a VERTICAL SUPLEX....
"The
Bounty Hunter" Jake Montrose absorbs the punishment.
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In the 20th minute of the match: =====
Talon
McFrost executes a LEGLOCK....
"The
Bounty Hunter" Jake Montrose absorbs the punishment.
Col Flagg
exclaims “ENOUGH IS ENOUGH! FINISH THIS”
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the 21st minute of the match: =====
"The
Bounty Hunter" Jake Montrose executes a BACKBREAKER....
Talon
McFrost absorbs the punishment.
"The
Bounty Hunter" Jake Montrose is attempting a pin!!!
1...2...3
Talon
McFrost was pinned by "The Bounty Hunter" Jake Montrose!!!
"The
Bounty Hunter" Jake Montrose wins with a BACKBREAKER over Talon McFrost!!!
Jake Montrose gets
the win in a very lucky outcome. Flagg
orders him to the back. Talon McFrost
leaves HCW after 7 years on the roster.
We wish him the best in his future endeavors.
Match #2: Penny
Hall vs Chloe Parker:
Penny tries to snap her losing streak.
Penny Hall makes
her way out first to a decent pop from the crowd. She tries to get the fans on her side but it
seems lots of people are making their way to the concession stands during this
match. Penny notices and tells herself
she is going to make them regret leaving during her match. Chloe Parker comes out next and her reaction
from the crowd is about the same. The
two ladies lock up and this one is quickly underway.
The HCW arena buzzed with
anticipation. The air crackled with energy as the crowd settled into their
seats, clutching foam fingers and homemade signs. But there was one wrestler
who stood at the crossroads of fate: Penny Hall.
Penny, the perennial underdog, had
yet to taste victory in singles competition. She was the one who trained
harder, fought longer, and never gave up. But wins eluded her like sand
slipping through her fingers.
Across the ring stood Chloe Parker,
a seasoned competitor with a reputation for brutality. Chloe’s resume boasted rivalries,
and a trail of broken opponents. She was the embodiment of ruthless
efficiency—a force to be reckoned with.
The bell chimed, and the match
ignited.
Chloe lunged, her boots pounding the
canvas. Penny dodged, her instincts sharp. They grappled, each move a symphony
of skill and desperation. Chloe’s DDT sent shockwaves through the ring, but
Penny kicked out—a testament to her resilience.
The crowd roared. This wasn’t just a
match; it was a collision of dreams. Chloe’s Flying Dropkick met Penny’s
unwavering resolve. The mat trembled, and the fans leaned forward, eyes wide.
They sensed it—the magic, the chemistry that transcended mere wrestling.
Penny rallied, executing a Piledriver
that left Chloe dazed. But Chloe fought back, reversing Penny’s Superkick into
a devastating Diving Shoulder Block. The near falls came in waves—the canvas
groaning under their weight. Penny’s Demonic Driver met Chloe’s Hair Mare Mat
Slam, and the arena held its breath.
The five-star rating wasn’t just
about moves—it was about heart. Penny’s eyes locked onto Chloe’s, and they
understood. This was their moment—the culmination of years of sacrifice, sweat,
and setbacks. The fans who’d dashed to the concession stands missed out on
history unfolding.
Chloe attempted a pin, but Penny
kicked out. The crowd erupted, their cheers echoing off the rafters. Chloe’s
Bulldog met Penny’s Double Stomp—a dance of agony and defiance. The mat bore
witness to their struggle, their shared destiny.
As the clock ticked, Penny’s hair
clung to her sweaty forehead. Chloe’s lip split, blood staining her teeth. They
circled, two warriors bound by fate. Penny’s move—a Bulldog—sent Chloe
crashing. But Chloe retaliated, executing a Penny for Your Thoughts—a
last-ditch effort. Penny had one shot
left and executed a scoop power bodyslam.
She made the cover and finally got to witness a 1-2-3 in her favor.
The bell rang, and the arena
erupted. Chloe staggered to her feet, Penny beside her. They locked eyes,
bruised and battered. It wasn’t about wins or losses anymore. It was about the
journey—the fight that defined them both.
A 5 start match…those fans who left missed a spectacular event. The fans who stayed witnessed magic—the kind
that transcended records and titles. As the lights dimmed, Penny and Chloe
raised each other’s hands. The fans
erupted but both made a silent vow. They’d meet again, and destiny would decide
if this was a fluke or if it was legit.
And so, the winless underdog and the
battle-hardened veteran left the ring, their story etched in the annals of
wrestling. The fans? They’d tell their grandkids about the night they missed
out—the night Penny and Chloe painted the canvas with their dreams.
A fantastic finish
is interrupted from a backstage brawl between Col Flagg and Zack Brown. GM Max McGillicutty intervenes and states
that they will have a match added to the PPV.
Match #3: Steel
Justice vs the Smashers
The Smashers come
out first and are booed heavily and they steal the fans signs, tearing them up
and throwing the debris back at them.
They get into the ring and continue to incite the fans. The music changes and the fan favorites from
the world of D&D make their way out.
Steel Justice, accompanied by their manager, the Shadow Master, emerge
from behind the curtain to a loud pop from the crowd. Kellyn Chrisari and Alex Justice wait as
their pyro goes off and then head to the ring.
The Smashers, not ones to sit and wait, attack Steel Justice before the
bell to get this one going. SJ held the
advantage for the first 3 minutes of the match but then after quite a bit of
double teaming by the Smashers, they took over.
12 minutes later, SJ took back control of the match with the Shadow
Master guiding their moves. All it took
with their manager pointing out their opponents weaknesses and they owned the
rest of the match. Smasher #2 had just
been tagged in when Alex Justice caught him with a Winged Uppercut and he
rolled him up for the 1-2-3. Steel
Justice gets the win and the crowd pops huge for them. They are on their way to a future title shot
for sure. (22 min)
We get word again
that yet another backstage altercation is taking place. Although HCW Ladies Champion Luciana Albano
was granted her request she not be booked for any shows until the Meltdown PPV,
it turns out she shows up anyway and attacks Korbi Kong. Korbi got in some good shots against the
champion before security rushed in to break it up. Max shows up again and tells Luciana and
Pierre to leave the building.
Match #4: Nightfang
vs Ghee Buttersnaps
Next up, Ghee
Buttersnaps makes his way out to a decent pop knowing who he will be up
against. Once in the ring, the music
changes to a more ominous tone and we hear “The Night is our Canvas” and out
comes Nightfang with his manager the Ambassador.
When Dr.
Red Fang calls, Nightfang paints the canvas with dread. “Beware the shadow’s
hunger”: Nightfang’s hunger isn’t for blood; it’s for victory. He feasts on
opponents’ weaknesses, exploiting their fears and doubts. He isn’t in this for gold; he’s all about
delivering pain and suffering. Nightfang’s
loyalty lies with Dr. Red Fang. Together, they weave a tapestry of terror,
leaving their mark on the wrestling world.
Nightfang’s words are cryptic, his movements elusive. When the moon
rises, and the crowd holds its breath, Nightfang strikes—a phantom in the
spotlight, a nightmare made real.
The Ambassador
holds the ropes for Nightfang and once in the squared circle, he/it
attacks. Ghee put up a good fight but in
the end, he was no match for the ferocity that Nightfang brought to the
match. After about 10 minutes, Nightfang
was all about delivering punishment and pain.
When the Ambassador gave the word, Nightfang finally finished Ghee off
with a Transylvanian Piledriver.
Nightfang gets the win but he wasn’t done and trapped Ghee in a Spider
web lock. Ovaltine Jackson, Ghee’s tag
team partner rushed out to try to help but as soon as he made his way from
behind the curtain, swooping in was Dr. Red Fang. Fang immediately devastated Ovatine with a
Vampire Lunge and then a Transylvanian Piledriver of his own. He/it rolled Ovaltine in the ring and the
Fangs of Despair stood tall over their broken opponents. Security ran out but it was really just too
late. They did manage to prevent any
further attacks on Ghee and Ovaltine.
Match #5: The
Main Event: World Title match: The Banker vs Bad News Marvin Barnes
“I’ve got some bad
news for ya” echoes from the speakers and Bad News Marvin Barnes makes his way
out to massive booing from the crowd. He
gets on the mic in the ring and tells the Banker that he should not be looking
ahead to the PPV when he’s got the Bad Man from the Cenation to deal with. The music changed and the World Champion comes
out. He actually gets a mixed reaction
from the crowd until he tells them he is not doing this for the fans and they
turn on him. He seems fine with
that. He makes his way to the ring and
upon entering, snatches the mic from Barnes’ hand. “Trust me, I’m not only looking past you, you
are just a stepping stone towards my dominance as a champion. I’ll defeat you and then I’ll reign supreme
in the Fatal Four Way and the Summer of ’24 will be known as the Banker’s
Time.” He drops the mic and hands his
title to the ref who calls for the bell.
The Opening Salvo:
The Banker’s manicured hand sliced
through the air—a Credit Check Chop that echoed like a financial
reckoning. “Bad News” Marvin Barnes
absorbed the blow, his grimace hidden behind a mask of defiance. He’d faced
worse—both in the ring and in life.
The Calculated Moves:
The Banker twisted, locking Marvin
in an Interest Rate Inverted Facelock. His whispers were cold calculations—the
kind that kept CEOs awake at night. But
Marvin retaliated, choking The Banker against the ropes. His grip tightened, a
reminder that debts were paid in blood.
The Banker shifted tactics, applying an ATM Fee Armbar. The pain
radiated through Marvin’s joints, but he refused to submit.
The Back-and-Forth:
The Banker’s Repossession Rib-Buster
rattled Marvin’s ribs. Each impact was a foreclosure notice—a reminder that
titles came at a cost. Marvin reversed
The Banker’s move, executing a Crossbow Cutter. The crowd gasped—their villain
had teeth. The Banker staggered,
absorbing the punishment.
The Outside Interlude:
The Banker hurled Marvin out of the
ring—a calculated move. The ref counted, but Marvin’s resolve held. Marvin returned, executing a Diamond Dust—a
glittering rebellion against fate.
The Final Stretch:
The Banker’s Credit Check Chop met
Marvin’s Moonsault. The mat trembled, and the crowd chose sides.
The Banker’s smirk was a stock
market surge. Marvin’s defiance was a market crash.
The Climax:
The Banker executed a Deposit Diving
DDT. Marvin’s vision blurred, but he fought on.
Another Repossession Rib-Buster rocked Marvin. But he retaliated—a
Hollywood Slam. The Banker went for the
pin but Marvin kicked out. The crowd’s pulse quickened.
The Final Bell:
The Banker’s final Deposit Diving DDT
sealed the deal. The mat absorbed Marvin’s defiance.
The count—1…2…3. The Banker retained
the title.
And so, the HCW World Championship
remained in the hands of the calculating villain. The crowd cheered—their
hearts torn between disdain and grudging respect. The Banker stood tall, the
price of victory etched in his eyes.
A solid win by the
Champion who has his eyes on the Fatal Four way in just under a month. Anything can happen so stay tuned.
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