Sunday, February 2, 2025

HCW Wrestling Newsletter 2025 #1069 – 2/02


[Backstage, camera zooms in on the door of GM Max McGillicutty's office as it slams shut. Count Vlad steps out, a sinister chuckle escaping his lips. Backstage reporter Larry Morton rushes up to him, microphone in hand.]

 

Larry Morton: Count Vlad! What just happened in there? Can you tell us what that was all about?

 

[Count Vlad pauses, a wicked grin spreading across his face as he turns to face the camera.]

 

Count Vlad: [laughs darkly] Oh, Larry, you are in for a treat. You see, that meeting was about the future. The future of Warzone. The future of Darkness. The Dark Dominion, my loyal followers, are taking over the Warzone PPV. And it will be called... [pauses for dramatic effect]... Darkness Rising.

 

Larry Morton: Darkness Rising? What does this mean for the competitors and the fans?

 

Count Vlad: It means chaos, Larry. It means despair. It means that the Warzone will become a playground for the Dark Dominion. The light will be extinguished, and only the darkness will remain. So, to all the competitors out there—prepare yourselves. Darkness is coming, and there is no escape.

 

[Count Vlad chuckles ominously as he walks away, leaving Larry Morton looking both intrigued and worried.]

 

Hello fans and welcome back to another installment of the HCW Wrestling Newsletter.  Leave it to Count Vlad to drop the bombshell of the PPV name change.  Pyro goes off kicking off our show and the fans are hanging from the rafters in our sold out show.  We have a stacked show for you tonight with a main event capping off the evening with the World Tag Team Champions and members of the Dark Dominion  Wilber ‘Terror Fang’ Townsend and Beastfang taking on the Snake Pit. 

 

 

Match #1:  Jack Lumber & Azrael w/ Count Vlad vs the Smashers

 

The Smashers make their way out first to massive booing from the crowd.  The crowd continues the intensity as Jack ‘Timber Fang’ Lumber and Azrael make their way out with Count Vlad.  As they are heading to the ring, one lone fan can be heard trying to cheer for Jack.  Jack immediately hears the fan’s plea and walks over to him.  He sees him holding a sign that reads “I still believe in you Jack” and Jack SNATCHES the sign and TEARS it to pieces before throwing it in the fan’s face.  He, Azrael and Vlad laugh and get into the ring.

 

Johnny "the Hammer" Harris: Welcome to tonight's action-packed wrestling showdown! The arena is buzzing with anticipation as heels Timberfang (formerly Jack Lumber) and his partner Azrael, aligned with Count Vlad and the Dark Dominion, face off against the formidable Smashers #1 and #2. And look at that, folks—our referee for this match is none other than 'Honest' Abe!

 

Mike "the Voice" Johnson: You can feel the tension in the air, Johnny! This is going to be one for the books.

 

The match kicks off with Timberfang executing a powerful TIMMMMMBEEERRRRR move on Smasher #1. Smasher #1 tries to defend but fails. Timberfang goes for the pin, but Smasher #1 kicks out just in time. Timberfang tags out to Azrael.

 

Azrael takes over, delivering a stunning FLYING HEAD SCISSORS on Smasher #1. Smasher #1 cannot defend against the move. Azrael continues his assault with a SIDE HEADLOCK, with Smasher #1 absorbing the punishment. Azrael then hits a devastating SPEAR, and Smasher #1 is unable to defend. Azrael attempts another pin, but Smasher #1 kicks out once again.

 

Smasher #1 retaliates with a POWERBOMB against Azrael, who is unable to defend. Azrael and Smasher #1 both go on the offensive, with Azrael executing a SLINGSHOT SUPLEX and Smasher #1 responding with another POWERBOMB. Smasher #1 tags out to Smasher #2.

 

Mike "the Voice" Johnson: The Smashers are not going down without a fight! This is intense!

 

Azrael and Smasher #2 square off, with Azrael applying a SIDE HEADLOCK. Smasher #2 can't defend and tags out to Smasher #1. Azrael faces double teaming from the Smashers, who execute a DOUBLE HAND CHOKE and a STOMP. Azrael counters with a FLYING HEAD SCISSORS. The double teaming continues, with the Smashers delivering a DOUBLE HAND CHOKE and a BACKBREAKER, while Azrael counters with a SPEAR. Double teaming finally ends.

 

Johnny "the Hammer" Harris: It's chaos in the ring, Mike! The Smashers are relentless, but Azrael is holding his own.

 

Smasher #1 hits a FOREARM SMASH on Azrael, who cannot defend. Smasher #1 tags out to Smasher #2, who attacks with a SPINNING BACK ELBOW. Azrael is again unable to defend and tags out to Timberfang. Smasher #1 tags out to Smasher #2.

 

Mike "the Voice" Johnson: The tags are coming fast and furious. This match is moving at breakneck speed!

 

Timberfang returns with a STIFF UPPERCUT against Smasher #2, who counters with a FADE TO BLACK. Smasher #2 attempts a pin, but Timberfang kicks out. Timberfang hits an ATOMIC DROP on Smasher #2, who can't defend. Count Vlad gets involved, delivering a GIVE FOE THE EVIL EYE to Smasher #2, who counters with a FOREARM SMASH.

 

Johnny "the Hammer" Harris: Here comes Count Vlad, adding his dark magic to the mix!

 

Count Vlad tries a HIT FOE WITH TRANSYLVANIA SPIKE, but Smasher #2 reverses it and hits a SPINNING BACK ELBOW. Smasher #2 tags out to Smasher #1. Timberfang and Azrael double team, executing an ATOMIC DROP and THE DARKNESS on Smasher #1, who absorbs the punishment. Double teaming ends.

 

Timberfang hits THE AXE on Smasher #1, who responds with a FOREARM SMASH. Timberfang attempts a pin, but Smasher #1 kicks out. Smasher #1 tags out to Smasher #2. Timberfang finishes the match with a YUKON BODYSLAM on Smasher #2, who can't defend. Timberfang attempts a pin and successfully pins Smasher #2 for the win.

 

Johnny "the Hammer" Harris: Timberfang and the Dark Dominion emerge victorious! What a match! The fans are on their feet!

 

Mike "the Voice" Johnson: Timberfang secures the win for his team with a final YUKON BODYSLAM on Smasher #2. This was a thrilling match from start to finish!

 

Count Vlad leads Timberfang and Azrael to the back as the fans boo the crap out of them.

 

Backstage:

GM Max McGillicutty cuts a promo from his office.  He says talent is lining up to join HCW and that if Count Vlad wants a war, he will be there to stop him.  He then announces that for the battle royals, any competitor holding a singles or tag team title will be exempt from these.

 

 

Match #2:  Korbi Kong w/Count Vlad vs Penny Hall

 

Penny Hall comes out first to some cheering from the crowd knowing who her opponent will be.  Once in the ring and then ‘Viperfang’ Korbi Kong comes out with Count Vlad and the fans let her have it as much as they did Jack.  They head to the ring and Korbi stops in front of the fan who had the torn sign thrown at him by Jack and she LAUGHS and then heads to the ring. 

 

The bell rings, and Viperfang starts strong with a SCOOP POWERSLAM, but Penny Hall counters with a SMALL PACKAGE. Viperfang attempts an early pin, but Penny Hall kicks out just in time.

 

Mike "the Voice" Johnson: That was close! Viperfang is wasting no time here tonight!

 

Viperfang locks in an ARM TRIANGLE LOCK, but Penny Hall manages to neutralize it. Not deterred, Viperfang applies a REAR CHIN LOCK, and Penny Hall absorbs the punishment.

 

Johnny "the Hammer" Harris: Penny Hall is showing her resilience, but Viperfang is relentless!

 

The action continues with Viperfang executing another ARM TRIANGLE LOCK, while Penny Hall hits a HAIR MARE MAT SLAM. Both competitors are giving it their all. Viperfang applies a REAR CHIN LOCK again, but Penny Hall counters with her signature PENNY FOR YOUR THOUGHTS and attempts a pin, only for Viperfang to kick out.

 

Mike "the Voice" Johnson: Penny Hall almost had it there! What an exchange!

 

The match heats up with a RUNNING CLOTHESLINE from Viperfang, met with a DIVING SHOULDER BLOCK from Penny Hall. Both wrestlers continue to trade moves, including a FLYING DROPKICK from Penny Hall and a SCOOP POWER BODYSLAM.

 

Johnny "the Hammer" Harris: The back-and-forth action is incredible! Neither wrestler is giving an inch!

 

In a moment of chaos, Viperfang whips Penny Hall into the turnbuckle. Penny Hall counters with a SMALL PACKAGE, but Viperfang keeps the pressure on with another RUNNING CLOTHESLINE. Penny Hall neutralizes it, but Viperfang attempts a pin once again, and Penny Hall kicks out.

 

Mike "the Voice" Johnson: This match is a testament to both wrestlers’ endurance and determination!

 

The final moments see Viperfang executing a SCOOP POWERSLAM, with Penny Hall unable to defend. Viperfang goes for the pin, but Penny Hall kicks out again. Viperfang hits a RUNNING CLOTHESLINE, and Penny Hall absorbs the punishment.

 

Johnny "the Hammer" Harris: Viperfang's not letting up! She's determined to secure the win!

 

Viperfang attempts one last pin, and this time, Penny Hall is unable to kick out. Viperfang emerges victorious with a RUNNING CLOTHESLINE, securing the win for the Dark Dominion.

 

Mike "the Voice" Johnson: Viperfang wins! What a hard-fought battle by both competitors. The Dark Dominion stands tall tonight!

 

Vlad raises Viperfang’s arm high as the fans’ booing only intensifies.  They leave the ring and head to the back.

 

[Backstage, the camera captures The Snake Pit—Leiton, Niven, and Tobias Snake —standing united, exuding confidence and intensity. The trio looks directly into the camera, addressing the audience and their rivals.]

 

Leiton Snake: We're tired of the Dark Dominion running roughshod over the entire roster. This ends now.

 

Niven Snake: We're done standing in the shadows. It's time to strike back and show the Dark Dominion who really runs this place.

 

Tobias Snake: Tonight, the Snake Pit takes a stand. We're not just going to talk about it—we're going to make it happen.

 

[Suddenly, Count Vlad interjects himself into the conversation, a smirk playing on his lips as he approaches the trio.]

 

Count Vlad: Oh, how amusing. You think you can challenge the Dark Dominion? Very well. Any three members of the Dark Dominion will gladly take you on at the PPV.

 

[Leiton steps forward, a determined look on his face.]

 

Leiton Snake: We accept your challenge, Vlad. The Snake Pit is ready for whatever you throw at us.

 

Tobias Snake: The Snake Pit is here to dominate, and we're not backing down.

 

Niven Snake: But that's not all. Tonight, we're taking the World Tag Team Titles. We're done playing games.

 

[Count Vlad chuckles, a sinister gleam in his eye.]

 

Count Vlad: Sure... Let's see if you can back up those words. Tonight will be... interesting.

 

[The Snake Pit stands their ground, their resolve unshaken as Count Vlad walks away, still chuckling. The camera fades out, leaving the audience eagerly anticipating the showdown.  The Pit do a fist bump as the segment ends.]

 

 

Match #3: Tony Albano w/Pierre Boulay vs Blake ‘Oak Tree’ Hill. 

 

Blake Hill comes out first to a nice pop from the crowd.  He makes his way into the ring and does his best to get the fans pumped for this match.  Tony Albano comes out next accompanied by Pierre Boulay and they are booed as they head to the ring.  Tony threatens to hit a fan but Pierre stops him.  They get into the ring and Tony goes right after Blake starting this one off.

 

The match starts with both wrestlers trading moves. Tony Albano executes a Legsweep, while Blake 'Oak Tree' Hill counters with a LEG DROP. The action continues with Tony hitting a Kick To The Midsection and Blake responding with a BODYBLOCK.

 

Johnny "the Hammer" Harris: These two are giving it their all! Neither one is backing down.

 

Tony Albano attempts a Bulldog, but Blake Hill fights back with another LEG DROP. Tony tries for a pin, but Blake kicks out. Blake then executes POWER FOREARMS, which Tony attempts to defend but fails.

 

Mike "the Voice" Johnson: Blake is using his strength to his advantage! Those forearms are brutal!

 

Pierre Boulay gets involved with a CHEAP SHOT FOE, while Blake hits yet another LEG DROP. Tony Albano counters with a Dropkick, and Blake absorbs the punishment. The action is back and forth, with both wrestlers landing powerful moves.

 

As the match progresses, Tony hits a Soviet Suplex, but Blake retaliates with a POWER FOREARMS. Blake attempts a RINGROPE CLOTHESLINE, and Tony absorbs the punishment. Blake tries for a pin, but Tony kicks out.

 

Johnny "the Hammer" Harris: What resilience from Tony Albano! He’s not going down easy.

 

Blake executes a STANDING BODYBLOCK, but Tony reverses it with a Slingshot Clothesline. The match continues with both wrestlers hitting high-impact moves, including a Dropkick from Tony and another LEG DROP from Blake.

 

Mike "the Voice" Johnson: This match is a display of sheer will and determination. Both men are pushing their limits!

 

Tony hits a Legsweep, but just as the match reaches its climax, Blake drags Albano out of the ring.  As they are battling on the outside, Pierre is distracting the ref to give Tony time to inflict punishment. Suddenly, Tony Ricca, aligned with La Famiglia Marconi, comes in through the crowd. Ricca takes a steel chair to Albano's back multiple times before rolling him back into the ring. Ricca takes off through the crowd.

 

Johnny "the Hammer" Harris: What chaos! Tony Ricca just changed the entire complexion of this match!

 

Blake 'Oak Tree' Hill applies a BEARHUG, and gets Tony Albano to submit. Blake 'Oak Tree' Hill wins the match with the BEARHUG.

 

Mike "the Voice" Johnson: Blake 'Oak Tree' Hill emerges victorious, but you have to wonder what this means for Tony Albano and the interference from Tony Ricca. The drama continues!

 

Tony Albano limps up the ramp holding his back and Pierre tries to talk to him.  They disappear behind the curtain.  Blake Hill eventually makes his way to the back also.

 

[Backstage, the camera captures the Morningstar (Hell's Fang) strutting around, the World Title draped over his shoulder, gloating about his beatdown on the World Champion. Suddenly, out of nowhere, The Rich Athlete blindsides him with a ferocious attack.]

 

The Rich Athlete: Woo! You think you can just walk around with MY title, Morningstar? Think again, pal! This title belongs to The Rich Athlete, the true champion! Woo!

 

[The Rich Athlete delivers a series of brutal strikes, leaving the Morningstar reeling. He grabs the World Title and holds it high, showing it off to the camera.]

 

The Rich Athlete: Woo! This is how it’s done, baby! You may have walked off with my title once, but the Rich Athlete always gets back what's his! Woo! At the PPV, it's you and me, Morningstar, one-on-one! And I'm gonna show you why I'm the man! Woo!

 

[The Morningstar, clutching his ribs, glares at The Rich Athlete, who continues to strut and show off the title.]

 

The Rich Athlete: Get ready, Morningstar! The PPV is where I prove, once and for all, that no one can take down The Rich Athlete! Woo!

 

[The Rich Athlete walks off, still holding the title, leaving the Morningstar seething with rage. The camera fades out, building anticipation for their epic showdown at the PPV.]

 

 

Match #4: JR Fargo vs Dr. Red Fang. 

 

The loudspeakers blare out “VAMPIRE LUNGES FOR EVERYBODY” and out comes one half of the Heritage Tag Team Champions accompanied by Count Vlad.  They are booed heavily as they make their way to the ring.  Fang snarls at the fans as he makes his way into the ring.  The music changes and out comes ‘The Magnificent One’ Juan Raul Fargo.  JR gets a mixed reaction from the crowd as he is typicall a heel but for tonight, they want to see him beat Dr. Red Fang.

 

 

Johnny "the Hammer" Harris: Welcome to tonight's exciting match! Dr. Red Fang, accompanied by Count Vlad, makes his entrance to "VAMPIRE LUNGES FOR EVERYBODY." Listen to that music, Mike—it’s electrifying!

 

Mike "the Voice" Johnson: Here comes Dr. Red Fang, and the crowd is buzzing. But listen to this, Johnny, JR Fargo is getting a small pop! The fans want to see him beat Fang tonight.

 

Count Vlad: Haha, the Dark Dominion always has a few surprises up our sleeves!

 

The match kicks off with JR Fargo applying a REAR CHINLOCK, and Dr. Red Fang absorbs the punishment. Fargo follows up with a RAUL-RAM TO RINGPOST, but Dr. Red Fang counters with a TRANSYLVANIAN PILEDRIVER and goes for a pin. Fargo kicks out just in time.

 

Johnny "the Hammer" Harris: Fargo showing resilience early on! That piledriver looked devastating.

 

Mike "the Voice" Johnson: Dr. Red Fang is relentless, but JR Fargo is not backing down!

 

The action continues with Fargo executing a HURL OUT OF RING, but Dr. Red Fang neutralizes it. Fargo follows up with a MAGNIFICENT BODY SLAM, while Dr. Red Fang responds with an ARM BAR.

 

Count Vlad: You see, Dr. Red Fang’s technique is unparalleled! But Fargo is putting up a fight.

 

Fargo throws Dr. Red Fang out of the ring again, and the ref starts the count. Dr. Red Fang makes it back into the ring at the count of nine. Fargo keeps up the pressure with another RAUL-RAM TO RINGPOST, but Dr. Red Fang counters with a FLYING ELBOW RAM. Count Vlad psyches up Dr. Red Fang, giving him a boost.

 

Dr. Red Fang hits a VAMPIRE LUNGE, but Fargo kicks out of the pin attempt. Fargo retaliates with a SLEEPERHOLD, and Dr. Red Fang tries to defend but is unsuccessful. Fargo locks in the hold tighter, and Dr. Red Fang submits! JR Fargo wins with a SLEEPERHOLD.

 

Johnny "the Hammer" Harris: Fargo wins! What a victory for The Magnificent One!

 

Mike "the Voice" Johnson: Wait, what’s this? Wilber 'Terror Fang' is coming out!

 

[Wilber 'Terror Fang' Townsend rushes into the ring and attacks Fargo. The two brawl fiercely, but Fargo gets the upper hand. He grabs a microphone and glares at Wilber.]

 

JR Fargo: You want to brawl, Terror Fang? Let’s make it official! You and me at the PPV!

 

Wilber 'Terror Fang' Townsend: You’re on! The Darkness is calling!

 

[Wilber, Dr. Red Fang, and Count Vlad all head to the back as the crowd erupts in cheers.]

 

Mike "the Voice" Johnson: This is going to be epic! Fargo versus Terror Fang at the PPV!

 

Johnny "the Hammer" Harris: The Dark Dominion is in for a challenge! What a night, Mike!

 

Backstage, the Hardcore Champion the Yeti cuts a promo after hearing Max’s announcement.  He comments about how the roster, including the Alaskan snail Jax Brenner, are afraid that he will destroy everyone on the roster and no one will be left for him to annihilate.

 

 

Match #5: World Tag team title match - Terror Fang & Beastfang vs the Snake Pit

 

[The Arena is buzzing with excitement as the Main Event for the World Tag Team Titles begins. The Snake Pit—Tobias Snake and Niven Snake—make their entrance first, accompanied by their brother Leiton. The trio shares a fist bump before heading to the ring, ready for action. Next, the champions, Wilber 'Terror Fang' Townsend and Beastfang, led by Count Vlad, make their entrance to a chorus of boos.]

 

Johnny "the Hammer" Harris: This is the moment we've all been waiting for—the World Tag Team Titles on the line! The Snake Pit looks determined to dethrone the champions.

 

Mike "the Voice" Johnson: And with 'Honest' Abe officiating, you know we’re in for a fair fight. Here we go!

 

The match kicks off with Tobias Snake delivering a LARIAT to Wilber 'Terror Fang' Townsend, who absorbs the punishment. Tobias tags out to Niven Snake. Wilber 'Terror Fang' Townsend quickly retaliates with a GO TO SLEEP, leaving Niven Snake reeling. Double-teaming ensues as Wilber and Beastfang execute a REAR CHINLOCK and a Running Brainbuster on Niven, who struggles to defend.

 

Niven Snake manages to get some momentum back with a DRIVE BY APRON DROPKICK, but Count Vlad executes a GIVE FOE THE EVIL EYE, distracting Niven. Despite this, Niven hits another DRIVE BY APRON DROPKICK before tagging out to Tobias Snake. Wilber responds with a LIFTING SIDESLAM and attempts a pin, but Tobias kicks out.

 

Count Vlad: You see, the Dark Dominion's strength is unmatched! They won't let those upstarts take the titles.

 

As the match progresses, Niven and Tobias execute several double-team moves, including MOUNTED PUNCHES and a DRIVE BY APRON DROPKICK. Wilber 'Terror Fang' Townsend fights back with a SHORTARM CLOTHESLINE. The action continues with both teams exchanging powerful moves. Niven hits a SAMOAN DROP, and Wilber responds with a GO TO SLEEP.

 

Johnny "the Hammer" Harris: The teamwork on both sides is incredible! This is what tag team wrestling is all about.

 

Despite their best efforts, neither team can gain a clear advantage. The Snake Pit executes a series of double-team maneuvers, including a RUNNING CROSSBODY and a DEADLIFT POWERBOMB. Beastfang and Wilber respond with their own double-team moves, such as a Headbutt and a SCOOP POWERSLAM.

 

Mike "the Voice" Johnson: These teams are pushing each other to the limit! The titles mean everything to them.

 

In the final moments, Beastfang and Wilber 'Terror Fang' Townsend deliver a Bam Bam's Suplex Triple Gutwrench and MOUNTED ELBOW SMASHES, but the Snake Pit refuses to back down. As the match reaches its climax, Beastfang executes a Deadlift German Suplex, which Niven Snake neutralizes.

 

Johnny "the Hammer" Harris: What resilience from the Snake Pit! They won't quit!

 

After 30 grueling minutes, neither team can secure a decisive victory, and the match is declared a draw.

 

Mike "the Voice" Johnson: What a match!

 

Count Vlad stands there laughing as the Snake Pit make their way to the back.  Just then, JR Fargo comes in through the crowd with a chair and immediately goes after Wilber.  He only gets a couple of shots in until Beastfang attacks overwhelming him.  Beastfang hits the F5000 and Terror Fang hits the Go To Sleep.  Vlad joins them in the ring but then the lights go out and we are plunged into darkness for a moment.  The lights come back up and Vlad is looking around but nothing is out of the ordinary.  The show comes to an end with Vlad, for the first time, uncertain as to what is going on.

 

Johnny "the Hammer" Harris: What is going on with the lights?  This is creeping me out!

 

More to come so stay tuned.

 

 

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