Post by gcwanewsline on Aug 18, 2019 13:33:19 GMT -6
*The cameras are recording, currently showing an empty podium. The nameplate, "GCWA", has been stuck on the front of the pattern. It looks almost haphazardly done, as it could fall off at any time. There appear to be several press agencies waiting impatiently for something to happen. Finally, the doors behind the podium open, and an older gentleman walks out slowly onto the stage. He is a face known to millions, although one that hasn't been seen much over the last decade. The Accelerator steps up to the podium, clearing his throat, and takes a moment to take a sip of the water there, ignoring the reporters who are already furiously taking pictures and recording. After a few more moments, The Accelerator finally pulls out a piece of paper from his back pocket, very old-school. No teleprompters for him.*
The Accelerator: Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for coming here today. I have a brief announcement, and then I'll be available to answer a few questions. As you know, rumors have been running rampant about the reopening of the Global Championship Wrestling Association. Well, today I'm here... to announce that it is true.
*The reporters start to make some noise, already interested in asking their questions, but The Accelerator doesn't bother to stop.*
The Accelerator: We are currently in the works to once again bring the GCWA back to television in the very near future. We are contacting potential wrestlers at this very moment, many of whom were recently involved in another great organization, Online Championship Wrestling. When this amazing wrestling federation closed its doors, we here at GCWA felt that there was a hole that needed to be filled. Thus, the plans were put in motion to restore the GCWA back to the glory it once was. However, I need to make clear that this is not something that can happen overnight. It will take time, patience, and a hell of a lot of work, but we believe that soon, the GCWA will once again be synonymous with greatness.
*The Accelerator nods, apparently done with his announcement. He was right; it was brief. The questions are soon being fired at him, but The Accelerator has been around too long to take such chaos. He signals for everyone to quiet down, and then begins to point out reporters individually, so he can actually hear the questions.*
Reporter #1: What date are you working towards for your first event? Will it be a Pay-Per-View?
The Accelerator: I'm ambitious, son, but not that ambitious. It's going to take time to negotiate a good TV deal. However, we are expecting to start broadcasting via the World Wide Web at the end of August. Our first event, God willing, will be on Friday, August 30th. In the next week, we will be announcing a card for this event, once more contracts are put into writing.
Reporter #2: Have you been in contact with any of the former champions of the GCWA, to see if any are still in wrestling shape?
The Accelerator: Oh, you better believe it, boyo. There were several individuals who held the GCWA titles at the end of our last run, and if any of them are interested in coming back and defending their belts, they're more than welcome to contact us. However, if they are unwilling or unable to return, those belts will soon be vacated, for a younger generation to compete for them.
Reporter #3: Any comment on the rumors that you're trying to lowball the former OCW wrestlers, in order to sign them to lower-paying contracts?
The Accelerator: Someone get that pencil-neck geek out of here.
*Security drags the third reporter from the room, as he screams about First Amendment rights. Idiot.*
The Accelerator: Just so you guys know, we are dealing honestly with every potential GCWA employee. Of course, we are working on starting up again, so you can't expect the same amount of funding as an organization like OCW. But we are finding the resources, so don't you worry, things can only go up from here.
Reporter #4: Any word on a permanent home for your company?
The Accelerator: We're talking to a few stadiums here in the great state of Texas, to see if any would be interested in being our home base. I've got a few ideas in mind. But for now, we'll be taking things one event at a time.
Reporter #5: Are you at all worried about the timeframe for this start-up? Most companies would need months to make a comeback on this scale.
The Accelerator: Life ain't easy, young lady. Never has been, never will be. That isn't going to stop me from trying to get things running as smoothly as possible, as quickly as possible. I'm lucky enough to have my children willing to help out with this event. I suspect they'll prove to be just as strong in the business as I am.
Reporter #3: Rumors are that this is all a scam between you and Zybala, and this is just a tax write-off for OCW! Your response?
The Accelerator: How the fuck did you get back in here? Security!
*Once again, the reporter is dragged out of the conference room, once again stating his rights as a member of the press.*
The Accelerator: For the record, while I like this man, Zybala, I can't say I've ever met the man face-to-face. Maybe that'll happen someday in the near future.
Reporter #6: Will contracts be announced as soon as they're signed? We've already heard from wrestlers like Lurrr, Sarah Twilight, and The Lost Soul.
The Accelerator: When the deals are done, you'll know, boyo. Alright, I've got to run. Gotta lot of work to do, and not much time to do it. See you all next time.
Reporter #3: Ace, one more question!
The Accelerator: Unbelievable.
*The reporter, somehow back for a third time, starts to come up onto the stage, intent on pressing for another answer. The Accelerator immediately nails him with a right hand, sending him sprawling backwards and sliding back off the platform. The Accelerator may be old, but he can still throw a punch. He turns back to everyone else.*
The Accelerator: All you cats need to know is that the GCWA is back. Believe it, boyos. Peace.
*The Accelerator turns and departs back through the doors, as the reporters try to shout a few more questions his way. No one seems that interested in helping the downed reporter, who is sitting up and holding his jaw. We fade out.*
The Accelerator: Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for coming here today. I have a brief announcement, and then I'll be available to answer a few questions. As you know, rumors have been running rampant about the reopening of the Global Championship Wrestling Association. Well, today I'm here... to announce that it is true.
*The reporters start to make some noise, already interested in asking their questions, but The Accelerator doesn't bother to stop.*
The Accelerator: We are currently in the works to once again bring the GCWA back to television in the very near future. We are contacting potential wrestlers at this very moment, many of whom were recently involved in another great organization, Online Championship Wrestling. When this amazing wrestling federation closed its doors, we here at GCWA felt that there was a hole that needed to be filled. Thus, the plans were put in motion to restore the GCWA back to the glory it once was. However, I need to make clear that this is not something that can happen overnight. It will take time, patience, and a hell of a lot of work, but we believe that soon, the GCWA will once again be synonymous with greatness.
*The Accelerator nods, apparently done with his announcement. He was right; it was brief. The questions are soon being fired at him, but The Accelerator has been around too long to take such chaos. He signals for everyone to quiet down, and then begins to point out reporters individually, so he can actually hear the questions.*
Reporter #1: What date are you working towards for your first event? Will it be a Pay-Per-View?
The Accelerator: I'm ambitious, son, but not that ambitious. It's going to take time to negotiate a good TV deal. However, we are expecting to start broadcasting via the World Wide Web at the end of August. Our first event, God willing, will be on Friday, August 30th. In the next week, we will be announcing a card for this event, once more contracts are put into writing.
Reporter #2: Have you been in contact with any of the former champions of the GCWA, to see if any are still in wrestling shape?
The Accelerator: Oh, you better believe it, boyo. There were several individuals who held the GCWA titles at the end of our last run, and if any of them are interested in coming back and defending their belts, they're more than welcome to contact us. However, if they are unwilling or unable to return, those belts will soon be vacated, for a younger generation to compete for them.
Reporter #3: Any comment on the rumors that you're trying to lowball the former OCW wrestlers, in order to sign them to lower-paying contracts?
The Accelerator: Someone get that pencil-neck geek out of here.
*Security drags the third reporter from the room, as he screams about First Amendment rights. Idiot.*
The Accelerator: Just so you guys know, we are dealing honestly with every potential GCWA employee. Of course, we are working on starting up again, so you can't expect the same amount of funding as an organization like OCW. But we are finding the resources, so don't you worry, things can only go up from here.
Reporter #4: Any word on a permanent home for your company?
The Accelerator: We're talking to a few stadiums here in the great state of Texas, to see if any would be interested in being our home base. I've got a few ideas in mind. But for now, we'll be taking things one event at a time.
Reporter #5: Are you at all worried about the timeframe for this start-up? Most companies would need months to make a comeback on this scale.
The Accelerator: Life ain't easy, young lady. Never has been, never will be. That isn't going to stop me from trying to get things running as smoothly as possible, as quickly as possible. I'm lucky enough to have my children willing to help out with this event. I suspect they'll prove to be just as strong in the business as I am.
Reporter #3: Rumors are that this is all a scam between you and Zybala, and this is just a tax write-off for OCW! Your response?
The Accelerator: How the fuck did you get back in here? Security!
*Once again, the reporter is dragged out of the conference room, once again stating his rights as a member of the press.*
The Accelerator: For the record, while I like this man, Zybala, I can't say I've ever met the man face-to-face. Maybe that'll happen someday in the near future.
Reporter #6: Will contracts be announced as soon as they're signed? We've already heard from wrestlers like Lurrr, Sarah Twilight, and The Lost Soul.
The Accelerator: When the deals are done, you'll know, boyo. Alright, I've got to run. Gotta lot of work to do, and not much time to do it. See you all next time.
Reporter #3: Ace, one more question!
The Accelerator: Unbelievable.
*The reporter, somehow back for a third time, starts to come up onto the stage, intent on pressing for another answer. The Accelerator immediately nails him with a right hand, sending him sprawling backwards and sliding back off the platform. The Accelerator may be old, but he can still throw a punch. He turns back to everyone else.*
The Accelerator: All you cats need to know is that the GCWA is back. Believe it, boyos. Peace.
*The Accelerator turns and departs back through the doors, as the reporters try to shout a few more questions his way. No one seems that interested in helping the downed reporter, who is sitting up and holding his jaw. We fade out.*