Post by The Nihilists on Feb 25, 2021 23:29:28 GMT -5
~The scene opens in a film study room inside the arena where Fireside’s Inferno is held. We see the Fireside World Champion Esmur and his partner Gebin watching some film from the most recent events.~
~Gebin sits back in his chair and looks out the window in thought. He turns back to the film and watches as he is crushed by Dinosaur Bones.~
~Esmur flips the tape to later in the run time and we see they are watching Lucas Nix terrorizing people in the New Year, New You battle royale.~
~They watch as Mistress Discipline rings Nix’s bell and sends him flying out of the ring. She wins the chance to be the inaugural SPARK champion. The video switches to the Ritter/Suzuki match~
~Gebin smiles. He looks at the screen as the match plays out~
~Esmur pauses the TV and looks up the Fireside public information on his computer. He pulls out his cell phone and puts it on speaker as the other line rings.~
"It would seem that we have a tall task in front of us my friend. And I mean that quite literally. The German is just about our size but the other two … considerably larger."
"Indeed, and it bothers me that we have had so many issues lately with these larger foes."
"I would certainly consider Dinosaur Bones to be something unique in the grand scheme of things Esmur. Do not take it too much to heart."
"I have to Gebin. I am the world champion. I am expected to carry myself with a certain gravitas and respect. I need to represent this company and be its face. And I don’t much like the idea of the face of the company being so imperfect and blemished."
~Gebin sits back in his chair and looks out the window in thought. He turns back to the film and watches as he is crushed by Dinosaur Bones.~
"In all fairness … it seems more likely that these other guys have just figured out ways around our tag team style. In singles competition I am not performing so well, still recovering my old speed and stamina from before Natasha … And it’s hurt us in tag competition. But you have not lost in singles competition since the Phoenix Title Challenge from LONG ago in AWF against a man who hasn’t been seen in years. You have been just as advertised."
"No Gebin, do not blame our follies on yourself. We both need to get back into the swing of things in the ring. My style allows me a certain advantage against a lot of foes in the ring, and it covers for the lack of action we had the last year. But our teamwork is the strength we have always touted. And it will not fail us. We will eventually get into a rhythm, and that will enhance our singles competitions as well. We are still trending upwards. But it still leaves us with a problem."
~Esmur flips the tape to later in the run time and we see they are watching Lucas Nix terrorizing people in the New Year, New You battle royale.~
"And one of them has a free cheap shot at me which I have to be constantly vigilant for."
"I know you don’t like the more seedy activities in this business, but it may behoove you to have me on standby to help even the odds if he chooses to cash in. History doesn’t smile on the champion in these briefcase exchanges."
"Yes, but this presents us an opportunity to study the opponent. Lucas Nix has us outweighed by almost a hundred pounds. He is three quarters of a foot taller than us. But he is not unbeatable. And our partner for the proceedings on March 4th found a way to keep him down long enough to sneak out a win. Her size is identical to mine, and her style mimics my own … for the most part. She adds a little quick pop to her game whereas I use the aerial maneuvers. But the idea is there. She has insight we can learn from. And she is also an asset in this ring. She is used to fighting these larger foes and holding her own. Her performance in the 2020 rumble was impressive. We need to take advantage of the opportunity Anthony Caffrey has given us to learn from someone who, let’s be honest, will likely be the next in line for my title after these three gentlemen … especially if she manages to win that SPARK title …"
"I’d like to suggest we stay a safe distance from Anthony. He seems to be supernaturally attracted to being put through tables lately."
"Duly noted."
~They watch as Mistress Discipline rings Nix’s bell and sends him flying out of the ring. She wins the chance to be the inaugural SPARK champion. The video switches to the Ritter/Suzuki match~
"This match is going to rely on us working as a unit. Lucas Nix is frighteningly powerful. And quick to boot. You may need to play crowd control on him, using your speed to keep him guessing and wear him out. Mistress and I should be able to break him down and sap his strength with our joint submissions. The key is to work on the knees and elbows to sap the ability for him to use that explosive acceleration."
"Daku could also pose some problems. A brawler like that is dangerous. Still it seems the way around that is to take the wind out of him. Mistress’s knee and slap strikes should rile him up. But it’s going to come down to your abilities to keep him grounded. We need to control the pace with these two. Move quickly and wear them out, but drain their stamina."
"Ironically, the one who gets to fight for my title first is the one most complimentary of my style. Otto Ritter is a wrestler through and through. Well balanced, technically sound, and versed in submissions. But he is stepping into my world there. Submissions and technical wrestling are where I excel. And he is not going to do it better than me. This belt on my waist is proof of that. I handled Misha, who did all Ritter does, and better … plus cheating."
~Gebin smiles. He looks at the screen as the match plays out~
"I should be able to run circles around him and keep him on his toes. It looks like Ritter also provides the blue print for taking our Suzuki as well. A good submission seems to go a long way against both big men. It all breaks down to working together. The three of them will all be at each other’s throats. Nix knows he can cut the line at any time. And so do they. SO they will be looking out for him to betray them to steal their spots. And Daku will no doubt wish some revenge against Ritter for putting him to sleep. As long as Mistress Discipline can coexist with us and follow our lead … our tag team experience should be more than enough to keep that team at bay."
"Still, I’d like to talk to her and clear the air. Let’s get in touch and talk strategy."
~Esmur pauses the TV and looks up the Fireside public information on his computer. He pulls out his cell phone and puts it on speaker as the other line rings.~
"Howdy y’all. You’ve reached the manager for Mistress Discipline. How might I direct your call this evening?"
"Hello. This is the Fireside World Champion. I believe we are teaming with your client and we’d like to meet in person to discuss strategy."
"Well, I’ll have to check her calendar. I’m going to need to prescreen you guys first though, after that whole publicist incident. Nothing personal. Are you willing to answer a few questions?"