Post by Lio on Oct 3, 2020 14:44:31 GMT -5
What else can I say about someone of whom I know very little? Not much as it turns out. So instead I'll spend time detailing the ways in which I can be assured of victory over my opponent. For one thing, I have the height advantage. This means I can more easily reach my opponent, while also keeping them away from me. Coupled with my martial arts experience spells bad news for you "Majesty". What martial arts do I possess? Primarily a mix of Capoeira and Taekwando, unto which I have also added knowledge of break dancing. Yeah you ever seen that scene from Zoolander where that guy with the dreads was "breakdance fighting"? Something like that. But flashier and deadlier. And yes, I am aware that the name of the protagonist in Zoolander is also named Derrick.
The camera fades in from black as before. Like before, up to this point we were only hearing the voice of Derrick Lancaster. As the image becomes clearer, we see that Derrick is standing alone in a hallway, in the venue that Firesides first show "the kindling" is to take place. Derrick himself is leaned against a wall, wearing a pair of tan cargo pants (the kind with lots of pockets) nondescript black boots, this shirt , and a black nearly floor length, matrix style leather coat. On his head rest a pair of sunglasses which look like this. Easing himself off the wall, Derrick casually cracks his neck loosely before performing what could only be described as a standing backflip with a 180 degree twist. Landing facing backwards, he looks backwards over his shoulder and smirks.
And that's just the agility.
Spinning on his heel so that he faces the camera again, he resumes his casual lean against the wall.
Honestly, lets see you try and apply your finisher....what was it, the peacekeeper? Try and apply it against someone who's taller than you are. Your spinning kick the sweet Djinn music? I'll sweep those legs out from under you mid spin, then give you a bad case of DDoS. Or perhaps I'll backdoor my way into ending you with TOR. Either way, the conclusion should be obvious to everyone. In terms of wrestling prowess I will admit we are nearly equals. But it is in other ways that gives me the advantage. As I said before, I'm not someone who surprises easily. So you wont have your bullshit look and theatrics to help you keep me on my toes. I see through it all. And come wednesday, so will everyone else. My name is Derrick Lancaster. And you have been informed.
Derrick turns around and starts to walk off, when suddenly someone comes up to him from behind and places a hand on his shoulder. Derrick whips around at the sudden intrusion glaring at the man....who is revealed to be none other than resident Fireside interviewer Walter Stanford!
Walter Stanford:
Woah hey. Easy there fellow. Walter Stanford. I'm sure you know who I am. I just wanted to ask a few questions if I could?
Derrick Lancaster:
First off? Don't touch me. EVER AGAIN. Second? Sure....I have some time for an impromptu interview.
Walter Stanford:
Fabulous! Okay my first question. Why, out of all places on the XHF Network, did you pick Fireside?
Derrick Lancaster:
Surprisingly excellent question Walter. As to the why? More than anything I choose Fireside because its an upstart promotion. I wanted to get in on the ground floor of one, and this one seemed to stand out to me. Call it a gut feeling if you will, but my instinct tells me big things are in store for Fireside.
Walter Stanford:
Okay.... next question. Can you give me any information on your background? Where you came from?
Derrick Lancaster:
Ahhhh...that's a bit of a touchy subject for me there Walter. Can I call you Walt? Great.
Walter starts to protest but is interrupted. He stands there looking dour.
Derrick Lancaster:
Walt let me put it to you this way. The less you know about me, the better. And the harder it is for my opponents to get a bead on me, understand? But I will say that all will be revealed in due time. Any other questions?
Walter Stanford:
How about motivation? Do you have any goals while in Fireside?
Derrick suppresses a laugh before looking at Walter sideways like "are you for real?"
Derrick Lancaster:
Walt my motivations and goals would be beyond your comprehension were I to speak of them. You would quite literally have your mind blown. Emphasis on literally. You ever seen scanners? Like that. Now, how about I ask you some questions?
Walter is taken aback by this sudden reversal and cryptic reference to an old movie.
Derrick Lancaster:
Walt, you asked me why Fireside? Now I put the same question back onto you. Why, out of all the places in XHF did you come here to fireside? Could it possibly have to do with your history? Is there something I, and the masses should know about?
Walter Stanford:
I...uh No! Nothing like that! Fireside was hiring because, as you said, its new. And my history is clean! I only got fired from my last place because of some bullshit! Too old to be an announcer my ass!
He composes himself before he says anything else and looks around furtively.
Derrick Lancaster:
I understand completely Walt. Someone shouldn't be judged just on how old they are. if you ever wanna oh I don't know....let's just say if you have misgivings about what happened at your old job....give me a call. Here's my card.
Derrick pulls a business card out of his pocket which he offers to Walter. It simply lists his name and a phone number, as well as his personal symbol, which is a closed fist holding a lightning bolt, with D on the left side and L on the right side. Walter takes the card watching as Derrick walks off.
The camera fades in from black as before. Like before, up to this point we were only hearing the voice of Derrick Lancaster. As the image becomes clearer, we see that Derrick is standing alone in a hallway, in the venue that Firesides first show "the kindling" is to take place. Derrick himself is leaned against a wall, wearing a pair of tan cargo pants (the kind with lots of pockets) nondescript black boots, this shirt , and a black nearly floor length, matrix style leather coat. On his head rest a pair of sunglasses which look like this. Easing himself off the wall, Derrick casually cracks his neck loosely before performing what could only be described as a standing backflip with a 180 degree twist. Landing facing backwards, he looks backwards over his shoulder and smirks.
And that's just the agility.
Spinning on his heel so that he faces the camera again, he resumes his casual lean against the wall.
Honestly, lets see you try and apply your finisher....what was it, the peacekeeper? Try and apply it against someone who's taller than you are. Your spinning kick the sweet Djinn music? I'll sweep those legs out from under you mid spin, then give you a bad case of DDoS. Or perhaps I'll backdoor my way into ending you with TOR. Either way, the conclusion should be obvious to everyone. In terms of wrestling prowess I will admit we are nearly equals. But it is in other ways that gives me the advantage. As I said before, I'm not someone who surprises easily. So you wont have your bullshit look and theatrics to help you keep me on my toes. I see through it all. And come wednesday, so will everyone else. My name is Derrick Lancaster. And you have been informed.
Derrick turns around and starts to walk off, when suddenly someone comes up to him from behind and places a hand on his shoulder. Derrick whips around at the sudden intrusion glaring at the man....who is revealed to be none other than resident Fireside interviewer Walter Stanford!
Walter Stanford:
Woah hey. Easy there fellow. Walter Stanford. I'm sure you know who I am. I just wanted to ask a few questions if I could?
Derrick Lancaster:
First off? Don't touch me. EVER AGAIN. Second? Sure....I have some time for an impromptu interview.
Walter Stanford:
Fabulous! Okay my first question. Why, out of all places on the XHF Network, did you pick Fireside?
Derrick Lancaster:
Surprisingly excellent question Walter. As to the why? More than anything I choose Fireside because its an upstart promotion. I wanted to get in on the ground floor of one, and this one seemed to stand out to me. Call it a gut feeling if you will, but my instinct tells me big things are in store for Fireside.
Walter Stanford:
Okay.... next question. Can you give me any information on your background? Where you came from?
Derrick Lancaster:
Ahhhh...that's a bit of a touchy subject for me there Walter. Can I call you Walt? Great.
Walter starts to protest but is interrupted. He stands there looking dour.
Derrick Lancaster:
Walt let me put it to you this way. The less you know about me, the better. And the harder it is for my opponents to get a bead on me, understand? But I will say that all will be revealed in due time. Any other questions?
Walter Stanford:
How about motivation? Do you have any goals while in Fireside?
Derrick suppresses a laugh before looking at Walter sideways like "are you for real?"
Derrick Lancaster:
Walt my motivations and goals would be beyond your comprehension were I to speak of them. You would quite literally have your mind blown. Emphasis on literally. You ever seen scanners? Like that. Now, how about I ask you some questions?
Walter is taken aback by this sudden reversal and cryptic reference to an old movie.
Derrick Lancaster:
Walt, you asked me why Fireside? Now I put the same question back onto you. Why, out of all the places in XHF did you come here to fireside? Could it possibly have to do with your history? Is there something I, and the masses should know about?
Walter Stanford:
I...uh No! Nothing like that! Fireside was hiring because, as you said, its new. And my history is clean! I only got fired from my last place because of some bullshit! Too old to be an announcer my ass!
He composes himself before he says anything else and looks around furtively.
Derrick Lancaster:
I understand completely Walt. Someone shouldn't be judged just on how old they are. if you ever wanna oh I don't know....let's just say if you have misgivings about what happened at your old job....give me a call. Here's my card.
Derrick pulls a business card out of his pocket which he offers to Walter. It simply lists his name and a phone number, as well as his personal symbol, which is a closed fist holding a lightning bolt, with D on the left side and L on the right side. Walter takes the card watching as Derrick walks off.