Post by gcwanewsline on Aug 22, 2019 16:30:13 GMT -6
*The camera comes into focus in the midst of an impressive-looking office. Clearly, the budget is a little higher for this production than our last one. The camera moves in towards the main desk, where a man can be seen sitting, with his hands held in front of his mouth. He slowly lowers them, focusing on the camera.*
Man: Good afternoon, wrestling fans. It's been a while.
*He smiles, which almost looks painful on a face that obviously doesn't do that enough. The smile soon fades away, as he straightens up in the chair.*
Man: Let me introduce myself, officially. My name is Jonathan Barrows, and as probably a few of you know out there... I am one of the sons of the Accelerator. I followed my father into the business many years ago, training hard and becoming successful in multiple organizations. But I didn't want to just tread on my father's name. I wanted to earn everything on my own. This is why I made the choice to be... anonymous.
*A light comes on behind Barrows, showing a trophy case of some sort. Multiple masks can be seen, hanging in various states of disrepair. Some have been put through the wringer. Barrows turns back towards the camera.*
Jonathan Barrows: But anonymity does not work as well on the business side of wrestling. When my father made the announcement that he would be bringing back the Global Championship Wrestling Association, I knew my brother and I would be needed to help make this dream a success. Our family will make the GCWA once again one of the greatest companies on the face of the planet. With that said, it's time now to get down to business: our first show.
*Barrows looks down at the piece of paper in front of him, studying it for a moment as if considering a last-minute change. He subtly shakes his head and looks back up at the camera.*
Jonathan Barrows: With so much amazing talent already signing up or showing interest in the company, we decided we needed to start things off with a bang. That means focusing on the prize jewel of the organization: The GCWA World Heavyweight Championship. The long history of this belt goes back to 1999, twenty years ago, and it's going to take an exceptional individual to once again restore the belt to its glory.
*The piece of paper is hardly being used now, as Barrows has this all down by heart.*
Jonathan Barrows: As soon as the GCWA's return was rumored, The Big Bifford, a GCWA Hall of Famer, was issuing a challenge to another Hall of Famer, Lurrr. As you would imagine, Lurrr quickly accepted, and we have no reason to keep two incredible legends of the business from facing off on our return card. But one victory does not seem enough to determine the top of the division, so our family has decided on something a little more worthy: a Round Robin Tournament.
*Barrows nods to himself, liking the sound of it. You wonder if Barrows had considered adding himself to the tournament himself earlier, but knew it would never be accepted by The Accelerator.*
Jonathan Barrows: Along with The Big Bifford and Lurrr, two other incredible wrestlers were decided on for the Round Robin. One is another GCWA legend, a man who has wrestled in all variations of the company: The Lost Soul. The other is a man who is one of the greatest up-and-comers in the world today, a multi-time champion in Online Championship Wrestling: "The Rocketman" Ed Houston. These two will also face off at our first show, and the wrestlers will compete against each other the next few weeks.
*Now Barrows does consult the paper, being less familiar with the other matches on the card.*
Jonathan Barrows: In addition, we are going to have two exhibition matches showcasing the talent that has signed with the GCWA. One of the most talked-about tag-teams in the country, Technical Authority, will make their debut against two young rookies who asked for this opportunity: Scott Lobdell & Aaron Kuder. Also, "Perfection Personified" Dylan Thomas will have his first contest in the company, facing off against a former GCWA Hardcore Champion: Xtreme. I expect we'll get our money's worth with these two contests. The matches will take place in Midland, TX, and will be available on the GCWA Network, so purchase your online subscriptions now for only a small nominal fee!
*Barrows looks finished with his statements, but after a second, he continues on, deviating from the script.*
Jonathan Barrows: For those of you who have signed with the GCWA, if you're expecting an easy ride here in my family's company, you need to rethink your opinions. Yes, my father isn't quite as spry as he used to be, but my brother and I are going to make sure this company becomes the star of the industy once again. I will do whatever it takes to make this the most successful run we've ever had. Whatever. It. Takes. So be warned, friends: don't cross me.
*Barrows stands up, pushing the chair away from underneath him. He walks away, as the camera slowly pans across the various masks hanging in the display case. It focuses on one mask in particular, one that is very familiar to those fans of Online Championship Wrestling: the mask of Pryde. The shot slowly fades out.*
GCWA Presents - Friday Night Inferno
LIVE! Friday, August 30th 2019
From the Midland County Horseshoe Arena & Pavillion, Midland, TX
Opener
Scott Lobdell & Aaron Kuder vs. Technical Authority
Mid-Card
Dylan Thomas vs. Xtreme
GCWA World Title Round Robin Tournament
Ed Houston vs. The Lost Soul
The Big Bifford vs. Lurrr
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