Breakdown - February 5, 2020

“Supreme Championship Wrestling...”

A shot of Kelcey Wallace nailing Bree Lancaster with the Perfect Ending, followed by a shot of Steve Griffin hitting the Decimator off the top rope on CHBK at the first Rise to Greatness, before turning a shot of Jake Starr pumping up the crowd on his way to the ring, before turning into a shot of Ravyn Taylor sitting in the corner, waiting for the start of a match. We then see a shot of Katie Steward holding the Women’s Championship before cutting to a shot of Selena Frost hitting Vixen Cain with the Defying Gravity at Supreme Saturday: Just Desserts.

“The leading force in sports and entertainment today....”

MAIN SHOW:

The opening bars of “The Old Me” by Memphis May Fire play as the Breakdown logo flies across the screen.

I'm thinking about the old me
'Cause I've been feeling empty
I never used to be so dead inside

Shots of Syren celebrating with the World Championship start before we see a shot of the Beauty Factory standing tall in the ring. Following this is Aaron Blackbourne hitting the Unchained Creativity on an opponent. Katie Steward hitting the Off with her Head on Giovanni Aries at Retribution 2018 follows.

I think I lost my memory
I can't remember carefree
And all my days turn into fight or flight

Owen Cruze hitting the Cruze Stomp on an opponent follows before we see Selena Frost hitting the Glass Shard on Bree Lancaster. Bree Lancaster hitting the Classifier on Aaron Blackbourne follows before we see Scarlet Grey walking to the ring.

I wanna get back, tell me how to get back
I wanna get back, tell me how to get back

Kennedy Street hitting Dante McCaffery with the Touch of Class follows before we see James Evans and Angelica Jones holding the SCW World Tag Team Championship. Marie Jones standing on the ropes follows before we see Kandis swiveling her hips as part of her entrance. Derek Adonis holding up a copy of the KABLAMA Sutra follows.

Say it again, say it again, tell me what I wanna hear
Tell me that I'm gonna be fine and there's nothing left to fear
'Cause I've been losing sleep (losing sleep)
Trying to get back to who I used to be
Where is the old me?

Chris Cannon spearing Kennedy Street and Owen Cruze follows before we see a shot of Cassidy Carter dancing on her way to the ring, and then a shot of Regan Street and Datura swinging chairs at one another. The Breakdown logo comes up on the screen and remains on it for a few moments.

We then cut to a live shot of the inside of the Moda Center in Portland, Oregon. The cameras pan across the crowd for a few moments.

Sharper: “After two events that everyone is talking about, Day of Infamy and Supreme Sunday: Halftime II, SCW rolls into Portland, Oregon for Breakdown on a night where the Trios Tournament teams will be formed!”

Breakdown cuts to ringside to see Adam Sharper and Jonathan Knots standing in front of the SCW announce table, microphones in their hands.

Sharper: “Hello again everyone. Adam Sharper here with Jonathan Knots and tonight, as mentioned, the eight individuals who walked out of the Trios Tournament buy-in at Day of Infamy, they’ll be drafting their teams and finding out the final member of that team too through random draw.”

Knots: “Time to see what people value. Friendship? Alliances? Just what they feel they want to win with? That’s the problem. It’s more complicated than that. You may want the most skilled wrestler, but if you don’t get along, look at what happened to Syren’s team at Day of Infamy!”

Sharper: “Speaking of Syren, though, she left her mark at Day of Infamy and Halftime II. Assaulting James Evans both nights with a steel chair. James Evans managed to defeat Giovanni Aries in a war. But a lot of people are wondering what condition the World Champion is in. We expect to hear who his next challenger will be tonight here on Breakdown.”

Knots: “Yeah and Sienna Swann is here. I’m sure going to be taunting us all.”

Sharper: “Finally, the big returns of David Helms, Lucas Knight and Jason Helms, the people behind the masks of El Lucho Brothers. But not only that, Blake Mason is back too! But for now, let’s go to the stage where Jessica Winters is standing by!”

The cameras cut to the stage.

Jessica: “Thank you Adam. At Day of Infamy, four teams of four competed for the opportunity to lead their team at the Trios Tournament in two weeks. The two winning teams then competed to determine the draft order. And the owner of the first pick, who will start off the draft tonight, please welcome Jordan Majors!”

The lights go down and flash purple as "Nightmare" by Halsey starts to play.

Now I lay me down to sleep
I pray the Lord, my soul to keep
If I shall die before I 'wake
I pray the Lord, my soul to take

Jordan runs out on the stage and jumps, landing right when the beat hits and looks out at the crowd with a big smile on her face. She then looks around before backing up and walks over to Jessica. She smiles as the crowd cheers her. Jessica smiles as Jordan looks around.

Jessica: “Jordan, congratulations on earning this spot, not only outlasting your team, but also winning your match faster than the other team of four. You have earned the first draft pick. Now Jordan, there are a lot of people wondering what you will do.”

Jordan looks around.

Jessica: “You’ve been getting closer and closer to your estranged brother, Jake Starr, as of late. But a lot of people are wondering about your friendships outside of the ring. Those with Bree Lancaster, with Sienna Swann…”

The crowd boos loudly as Jordan looks around before turning to Jessica.

Jessica: “You could even choose to go completely offboard with something more surprising. So…Jordan…you’re starting us off. Who will you have stand beside you as you look to win the Trios Tournament in just under two weeks?”

Jordan looks around as the crowd roars.

Jordan: “Big questions…and a lot to think about.”

Jordan pauses.

Jordan: “You laid it out beautifully. And to be blunt, this is one of the hardest decisions I’ve had to make. Family or friends? And all this coming after I had two of the biggest wins in my time here in SCW. I pinned a former World Champion to get this shot. And all of the eyes are on me for once. I have to admit, it feels pretty good.”

Jordan pauses again and smirks.

Jordan: “On one hand, my brother, Jake. We’ve gotten closer and closer. We’re on the same page. And on top of that, he’s won this tournament before. Former World Champion. What about the members of the Beauty Factory? Multiple championships. And while it’s not something I’ve flashed around, we get along well. We chat outside of the ring. I’ve known them longer than I’ve known my brother and they helped me figure things out. You may all hate them, but to me…that aside, they made me first feel like I belong here.”

Jordan sighs and looks down.

Jordan: “Guess this is the moment of truth…huh?”

Jessica: “Yes it is. Who are you picking?”

Jordan looks around, pausing a bit.

Jordan: “I can’t say no to her. Not for everything she’s done for me. I choose Bree Lancaster to be my partner in the Trios Tournament!”

The crowd boos.

Knots: “Give me a break! Guess she loved the spotlight so much that she needed someone else to take it from her!”

Sharper: “Choosing friends over family in this one. And think, this is just a couple of weeks after they beat Infamous in that street fight!”

Jessica: “Bree Lancaster off the board and Jordan Majors’s partner in the 2020 Trios Tournament!”

The lights dim as a voice backed by piano music fill the arena.

{That's the price you pay.... Leave behind your heartache, cast away
Just another product of today.... Rather be the hunter than the prey
And you're standing on the edge, face up... 'cause you're a NATURAL}

As the heavy music of Imagine Dragons kicks in the lights come back up. Bree Lancaster walks out from the back and Jordan turns. Bree immediately extends her arms, walking over to Jordan and hugging her. Jordan smiles at first, before the camera catches a brief moment of uncertainty before catching herself and smiling again.

Sharper: “Bree Lancaster coming out. Has to love this.”

Knots: “Notice one thing she doesn’t have. Not the US Champion!”

Sharper: “And that issue may be something else to watch tonight, but for now, Bree Lancaster has to be over the moon. Could earn a Trios Tournament contract by teaming with her friend, Jordan Majors.”

Bree then turns and steps forward and holds Jordan’s arm over her head. Jessica turns to her.

Jessica: “Bree…can I get a comment?”

Bree smirks and turns.

Bree: “She made the right choice…and whoever we’re with through the random draw, you’re on the winning team!”

The crowd boos as Jordan steps back and looks around as Bree keeps raising her arm. Bree then turns and hugs her again. Jordan smiles again before Bree turns and motions to head to the back. Jordan turns and follows after.

Jessica: “The first pick has been chosen…”

The camera cuts backstage as Jessica’s voice gets foggy. Jordan and Bree head down the tunnel.

Bree: “You made the right choice, Jordan.”

Jordan: “I hope so.”

Bree: “You did, babe. You picked me. You want to win. It was the right choice.”

Jordan and Bree continue to walk down the tunnel before we see Selena Frost walking down the tunnel. Jordan just walks past her as Selena steps forward to Bree. Bree just looks at her.

Bree: “I hope I face you just so I can drop you and pin you and shut you up for good.”

Selena: “Just make sure you don’t take a nap this time. I don’t want to bore everyone with your BS excuse. Oh wait…did you throw it for Kim this time?”

Bree just turns and storms off as Selena smirks and turns back and starts to head through the tunnel. We cut back as Jessica Winters is more clearly heard.

Jessica: “And now, ladies and gentlemen, introducing the second winner of the Trios Buy-In! Selena Frost!”

“BELIEVE IT!”

The fans roar and cheer as “The Truth About Our Time” by Allan/Lande plays throughout the arena. Jessica remains where she's standing as, from the back, out walks Selena Frost.

Sharper: “We’ve heard from one winner thus far of the fourway matches that took place after the buy-in. Jordan Majors picked Bree Lancaster. Selena Frost now…who will she pick?”

Knots: “I have a few ideas!”

Making her way over to Jessica, Selena cannot hide the smile of excitement from her face, even bouncing a little on the balls of her feet.

Jessica: “Selena – the time has come for you to announce your draft for your team at the Trios Tournament at Retribution in a few weeks. Have you made your decision?”

Selena's smile grows brighter as she leans closer to Jessica's microphone.

Selena: “I have.”

A chorus of cheers are heard, causing Selena's smile to brighten moreso.

Jessica: “Well, twitter has erupted the last few days with superstars and fans alike giving their opinions on how to select appropriate teammates. Did you find any advice useful in coming to a decision?”

Selena: “Well, Jessica – there was a lot of “advice” given. Some good and some not so good. And I-“

She stops as the a duelling chant starts from the audience.

Fans: WE WANT REGAN! WE BELIEVE! WE WANT REGAN! WE BELIEVE!

Sharper: “Fans clearly giving their idea of who Selena should pick.”

Knots: “Good to know they’re paying attention!”

Hearing the chants for a few more seconds, Selena politely puts a finger to her lips to playfully quiet the crowd.

Selena: “Somebody's eager to jump right to the finish line!”

Swishing her braid over her shoulder towards her back, Selena continues.

Selena: “See, Jessica. I said it at Day of Infamy. This is more than just picking the best person for a team for me and so much more than securing my place in the tournament this year. What has motivated me has been the need to do the right thing. And it's no secret. Everyone has watched it play out for weeks. You all know what I am talking about. The utter crap that happened that saw one of the contracts bought through blackmail.”

A choir of boos, thought not at Selena, fill the arena.

Sharper: “Selena not mincing words.”

Knots: “I thought the contract was gained through a mutual understanding de-I can't say that with a straight face!”

Selena: “And someone very close to me was denied their right – what they EARNED. So, it became my mission to correct that wrong. Just like I will do everything I can – put myself through hell and back to get them back what was taken from them.”

Turning to Jessica as the boos change to cheers, Selena smiles at her friend.

Selena: “You know, Jessica. You spoke about what people were saying. How some were saying you can either choose friends or you can choose the best people for the job. Fortunately for me? My pick manages to be both without even trying.”

With one last grin of excitement, Selena turns her face to the audience.

Selena: “I pick Regan Street!”

The fans cheer.

Sharper: “There you have it! Selena has made her call! Choosing her sister-in-arms and tag-partner Regan Street!”

The fans continue to cheer loudly, voicing their approval. The two women remain where they are, allowing the cheers to die down before Jessica speaks.

Jessica: “Speaking of Regan and Frozen Hell, tonight, you, Selena, will be facing one half of the tag-team champions, Christy Matthews, in singles action as our main-event. Any thoughts on that to close off?”

Selena slowly nods her head.

Selena: “Well, first of all, fun night for Frozen Hell, right?”

The fans cheer.

Selena: “But in all seriousness, I know Christy – we've fought a load of battles together, most of which there was a title somewhere in the picture. Here's the thing, Jessica, I said it before. I know what I am getting myself into. Infamous is not going to want to just let this match take its natural course. From CHBK to Syren to Ravyn to Christy to Alexander Crowe – Infamous will be watching and I am more than ready and prepared to deal with their usual 'antics' should that happen.”

Jessica: “You mean interference?”

Selena: “Whatever they decide to. Because I will tell you, as I said before, it will not be enough. We said in December, and I'll say it as many times until it's believed by all. Frozen Hell WILL become the SCW World Tag-Team Champions. Tonight? Well... I'm just going to drive that fact through Christy's thick skull... with a well-aimed kick! Believe it!”

Selena steps away with a smile as her theme music plays. She raises a hand for the audience, who cheer, before making her way to the back.

Sharper: Selena Frost choosing Regan as her teammate for the Trios Tournament – already a deadly combination. But tonight, now focusing on Christy Matthews.”

Knots: “And she just called out all of Infamous. Not sure how smart that is!”

Sharper: “We’ll find out later tonight when Christy Matthews and Selena Frost go face to face!”

The scene slowly fades to black.

COMMERCIALS

We see Jordan Majors walking backstage, now alone, as presumably Bree has return to her own business. The camera pans to show Jake Starr a few yards away from her. Jordan sighs and walks over.

Jordan: “Look Jake-“

Jake: “Don’t have to say anything. You made your decision….YOUR decision. Just, I still hold my concerns over Bree and who she spends time with.”

Jordan: “I’ll worry about that.”

Jake: “No…you don’t understand. I have to worry about it too. But good luck. Hopefully I’ll find my way in the tournament elsewhere.”

Jake pats her sister on the back before walking off. Jordan watches him leave as we cut to the ring.

Autumn Valentine vs. Aaron Blackbourne

Phillips: “The following match is scheduled for one fall, and it falls underneath the standard rules and regulations of Supreme Championship Wrestling.”

All of a sudden, the lights go out, prompting a surprised pop from the fans. The tune of “The Nexus” by Amaranthe begins as a distorted speech that can barely be made out plays amidst the beat, but it’s not long before the song kicks into full gear, and when it does red and white lights begin pulsing on the stage as we see that smoke has begun to engulf it. When the lyrics kick in, the Tron comes to life with clips of Aaron Blackbourne in action, both as himself and as his various demon incarnations. When the song hits the chorus, pyro suddenly goes off on the stage in sync with the creative soul himself suddenly shooting up through the smoke and standing tall on the stage, arms raised and outstretched as the fans erupt into cheers. The lights start to come back on, albeit dimmed, as Blackbourne begins making his way down to the ring, happily accepting high fives from the fans with a smile.

Phillips: “Introducing first, hailing from Seattle, Washington, weighing in at 175 pounds…. AARON BLACKBOURNE!”

As he reaches ringside he suddenly leaps onto the apron and quickly climbs so that he’s got one foot on the top turnbuckle, and in tune with the chorus kicking in a second time he briefly crosses his arms across his chest before throwing them out in the same raised and outstretched pose as before, white spotlights suddenly coming on and converging on him as he closes his eyes and basks in this moment. When the chorus ends, Blackbourne leaps from the top into the ring, removing his black jacket and setting it into his corner before he begins doing some light warm-ups for the match ahead.

Sharper: “Aaron Blackbourne didn’t get the start he wanted to 2020, losing out on the opportunity to become team captains for the Trios tournament.”

Knots: “He tweeted as much about it. He’s looking to turn around his year with a win against Autumn.”

Sharper: “You have to think, he most likely felt like it was a huge opportunity wasted at Day of Infamy. Teaming with Owen Cruze, you think he had a lot of confidence that were going to be victorious.”

Knots: “Now he’s looking in from the outside in, hoping that his name is called either as a pick or as random draw.”

The lights dim slightly and the spotlights point down at the stage as the fans quieten in expectation. A woman whispering can be heard across the PA system.

“Don’t bless me father, for I have sinned...”

“Miss Nothing” by The Pretty Reckless begins playing across the PA system as the fans boo. After a few seconds Autumn Valentine walks out onto the stage with a smile on her face, standing in the middle of the spotlights for a moment before spinning around and holding out her arms downward, revealing the words “DARK FANTASY” on the back of her ring jacket.

Sinfully Seductive
Captivatingly Corrupt
Dark Fantasy

Autumn spins back around, seemingly enjoying the negative crowd reaction. She stands for a moment before looking back over her shoulder. The fans booing gets louder as she’s joined on the stage by Ryan Watson. Watson holds her hand as the two of them head to the ring. Once at ringside Autumn jumps up on the ring entrance as Ryan pulls himself up using the bottom rope. He then stands and holds down the middle rope for her to enter.

Phillips: “And his opponent… from Anaheim, California… Autumn Valentine!”

The fans boo louder as Autumn now ascends the ropes in the corner, standing on the middle rope once again soaking in their reaction. She flips back out of the corner, spinning around and landing on her feet. She then removes her jacket, handing it to Ryan who remains on the apron. Ryan jumps down, holding onto her jacket as Autumn walks to the corner, sitting down in the corner and talking with her manager at ringside as he stands outside the ring.

Sharper: “Accompanied by Ryan Watson, you have to wonder what exactly are Autumn’s goals in the new year.”

Knots: “She’s frustrated she wasn’t included in the festivities at Day of Infamy, not even given a chance that Aaron. I expect that frustration to be taken out on Aaron Blackbourne.”

Sharper: “The former SCW Tag Team Champion has started to circle around the ring, Aaron Blackbourne joins in the dance. This match’s about to get underway, folks.”

They circle around until Aaron darts forward. He reaches out to grapple Autumn but Autumn ducks underneath her arms. She steps behind him, drills his thigh with a kick before reaching forward with an elbow. The arm is caught, Aaron steps underneath and wrenches the arm. He drives his own elbow to blade her wrist. Autumn rolls forward, trying to evade the pressure of the hold. She hops up onto her feet, pulls Aaron in with a knee to his gut. DDT attempted but shoved away. But she back pedals and responds with a jumping knee that connects with Aaron. Aaron falls back against the ropes.

Sharper: “Brutal knee strike in the opening volley, that could slow Aaron down for the rest of this match.”

Knots: “Autumn Valentine is locked in on this match right now. Looking to put away things early.”

Autumn comes running forward with a clothesline, taking Aaron and herself up and over the top rope to the outside. Both find their feet in short time. Autumn shoves Aaron back against the apron, takes a swing but Aaron ducks underneath. He hops past her onto the apron. He runs across the apron, connects with a gamenguri, causing Autumn Valentine to flip on impact. This causes the referee to come check on her on the outside as Aaron Blackbourne steps away to give space.

Sharper: “Another blow to the head. Those shots are taken seriously by the official, and this one seem particularly brutal.”

Knots: “Concussions are not fun.”

Ryan Watson comes from behind Aaron, whips his head back, slamming it against the ring post. The crowd boos as Ryan tosses Aaron into the guard way, boots him several times. Autumn Valentine pushes the referee out of the way and immediately takes advantage of the opening. She tosses Aaron into the ring post, shoulder first before rolling him into the ring. With his upper body stretched out past the apron, Autumn Valentine backs up. She comes running in with a knee strike. Aaron rolls back into the ring, holding his head in pain.

Knots: “Autumn Valentine’s showing some intelligence, attracting the attention of the referee, letting Watson do the dirty work.”

Sharper: “Despicable. Smart, but despicable.”

Knots: “And another blow to the head. Aaron might be on the ropes."

Sharper: “Vicious blows so far, this is more a slugfest than a wrestling contest.”

Knots: “Does these two have bad blood we don’t know about? They’re not holding back.”

Sharper: “Pin attempt by Autumn.”

1…

2…

Knots: “Aaron gets the shoulder up, but what damage has been done.”

Aaron fights to his feet, but immediately is greeted with a dropkick. He stumbles into the corner and there’s a running front dropkick in the corner by Autumn Valentine. Aaron falls to the middle rope. Autumn Valentine backpedals, flies forward with double knees but Aaron leaps, rolls out of the way. Valentine’s both knees impacts the bottom turnbuckle where Aaron’s head would have been a second before. Autumn Valentine scrambles to find her footing, turns and runs, right into a powerful exploder suplex by Aaron Blackbourne in the center of the ring.

Sharper: “Autumn Valentine with a huge miss, Aaron takes advantage with the exploder suplex… the hook of the leg and the pin!”

1…

2…

Sharper: “Autumn gets her shoulder up after two.”

Knots: “That’s the opening Aaron has been looking for all this match and he found it. Let’s see if he can take advantage.”

Sharper: “Valentine is rubbing her right knee, I wonder if she bothered it when she met the bottom turnbuckle.”

Aaron and Autumn stand. Autumn hobbles a little bit, provoking an aggressive Aaron. As he reaches forward, she catches him with a schoolboy pin:

1…

2…

3- Autumn almost steals the match but Aaron breaks free. He rolls to his feet first runs into the ropes. Autumn Valentine sits up right when Aaron soccerkicks her square in her chest.

Sharper: “Aaron almost caught by surprised, but he punishes Autumn for the gesture. Now he’s climbing up onto the top rope.”

Knots: “Is it the Froggy Brow!”

Sharper: “It is! Aaron takes flight, crashes down with that elbow and he has the leg. Cover!”

1…

2…

3-

Sharper: “Autumn kicks out!”

Knots: “Autumn’s now in trouble. Let’s see if she can turn this around.”

Autumn is whipped into the ropes, but she counters or at least tries to, but she is whipped again into the ropes by Aaron Blackbourne. She launches herself up, shining wizard takes Aaron down with Autumn crashing on top. Both roll off each other onto their feet. Autumn swings and misses, but she recovers, connects with the discus elbow smash. Aaron Blackbourne staggers in the center of the ring. Autumn reaches up, goes for the Valentine's Kiss! As she rotates to turn Blackbourne back towards the center of the ring, Aaron dumps her. She lands on her feet, turns, Unchained Creativity drops Autumn Valentine!

Sharper: “Valentine Kiss! No, Aaron escapes- UNCHAINED CREAVITY!”

Knots: “Aaron Blackbourne just shook Autumn’s world with that kick.”

Sharper: “This is over. The cover!”

1…

2…

3!

The crowd cheers.

Phillips: “Here is your winner, via pinfall, Aaron Blackbourne!”

Sharper: “Blackbourne defeating Autumn Valentine. He’s been worried about Shilo Valiant. He’s been trying to also continue his career. It’s all come together tonight.”

Knots: “Now just a matter to wait and see if he’s going to win a chance to win a golden ticket!”

Aaron Blackbourne gets up and looks around as the crowd cheers. The referee raises his arm. He then goes over to the corner and celebrates as Ryan Watson checks on Autumn Valentine.

Backstage, we see Kim Williams skipping down the hallway, the SCW United States Championship belt around her waist. She skips some more before whistling as she walks over to the office of Sasha. The crowd cheers some as she knocks on the door and sticks her head in.

Kim: “You rang?”

Sasha looks up. Kim steps in. She jumps into one of the chairs across the desk and throws her legs up onto the desk.

Sasha: “I did. Congratulations by the way.”

Kim: “Well thank you. Ending Breemerica was a huge task!”

Sasha: “You seem to be taking it in stride.”

Kim: “I enjoy making people wrong.”

Sasha: “Well about that. I figured I’d be upfront.”

Kim: “The Breemerican resistance coming back strong? I figured as much. I mean they are a crafty folk.”

Sasha: “In a word yes. And I’m going to be sanctioning a rematch to take place at Retribution. Bree Lancaster, regardless of her attitude, her reign justifies a rematch.”

Kim: “Hmmm, so you’re saying I’ll need to be ready for the rebels. For the Civil War if you will.”

Sasha: “Are you going to keep going with this?”

Kim: “Why not? It’s as stupid as the Breemerica crap. And if I can end it forever, why not. But can I get one thing, pretty please!”

Sasha: “No…you’re not going to be allowed to stab her.”

Kim sighs.

Kim: “Fine…I’ll try not to maim her in the rematch. I’ll just do my best to ring the Liberbree Bell and give it a crack so we can keep having fun!”

Sasha: “Whatever you say.”

Kim smiles.

Kim then hops up and turns and goes to leave. She then turns.

Kim: “No Stabby Stabby Stabby?”

Sasha: “Correct.”

Kim: “Alright…STAPLE STAPLE STAPLE! IT IS!”

Kim runs off. Sasha sighs.

Sasha: “At least it’s a different sort of headache.”

The scene fades to black.

COMMERCIALS

The arena goes dark and the opening riff of “Escribe Una Canción” starts to play. As the intro pauses, the sound of a shotgun being cocked is heard. As the music kicks back in, headlamps appear through the curtain and a tiny coffee truck drives out onto the stage. The crowd roars with cheers as we see David Helms driving the coffee truck, with Lucas Knight and Jason Helms riding on the sides.

Sharper: “Well there you see some of the biggest returns from Day of Infamy! David Helms, Jason Helms and Lucas Knight! They were El Lucho Grande!”

Knots: “And no one had a clue. Amy Chastaine didn’t. Regan Street didn’t. Trinity Street didn’t. They all just had us fooled. But they’re back!”

Sharper: “And they kept the truck.”

Knots: “They need to get around. It comes with retirement. Kennie got one too. She’s already tricked it out to self-drive while she tans!”

David Helms drives the coffee truck to the bottom of the rampway before stopping. He then gets out as Lucas hops off and walks around to the back of the truck. Jason Helms spins around and Lucas opens up the back, revealing an ice bucket. He places out three tumblers and puts some ice into the glasses before pulling out a bottle of Infamously Dangerous Spiced Rum. He pours some in each tumbler before placing the rum back down. He hands one tumbler to David, another to Jason. The three cheers before heading to the ring as the crowd roars.

Knots: “What the hell?! I want some!”

Sharper: “Lucas Knight pouring out some drinks for David and Jason. Going from coffee to rum!”

Knots: “Seems like a bit of a step up!”

The three enter the ring and David Helms walks across the ring. He takes a sip of his drink as he nods before grabbing a microphone waiting for him on the apron. He turns back to the ring as their music fades out.

David: “We really need to figure out the music situation. Should we keep that? I mean stick with our roots?”

The crowd roars. Lucas then walks over and grabs the microphone, pointing it to him.

Lucas: “I think we need to get a few more microphones. I pour both of you clowns a drink. What the hell?”

The crowd cheers as David turns and motions for two more microphones. He then turns and tosses the one he has at Lucas before grabbing a second from Phillips and extending it back to Jason. Jason just leans back. David turns around, bringing the microphone to his mouth.

David: “We know the knees fine, bro. Get your ass over here.”

The crowd cheers as Jason walks over and takes the microphone. David turns and grabs the third from Phillips and turns back.

David: “That better.”

Lucas takes a sip of his drink.

Lucas: “Oh yeah. I didn’t plan to say too much. I mean I think we made a hell of a statement at Day of Infamy. Just wanted to get your ass in gear.”

Lucas turns and takes another sip as David turns and shakes his head.

David: “You’ve been spending too much time with Jason.”

Jason: “Because he knows we put the rum to good use…and the coffee!”

The crowd roars.

David: “Well, we may have upgraded from coffee to rum. We’ve also lost the masks. Lucas claims we’re handsome. So that’s a lie. And we don’t want to start our returns with a lie….”

Jason walks over and turns to David.

Jason: “Uh…we just pretended to be coffee making luchadors for half a year. I think its late for that.”

David: “God damn it. Well then we’re handsome! Our wives all think so!”

The crowd roars as David extends his glass and the three cheers.

Jason: “But well, we probably should clarify a few things. Because well, you two old bastards have been going a bit longer than me. But for my role, well…”

Jason moves his leg.

Jason: “This thing is one hundred percent!”

Lucas: “And this time, I’m returning to the ring, not just to watch Trinity’s back or Kennedy’s back. I mean they’re not around. But don’t worry. Because I am and now as a former Television Champion…”

The crowd roars.

Lucas: “Looks like I got quite a bit left in the tank.”

Lucas looks around as the crowd cheers.

Jason: “What about you, bro?”

Jason turns and looks at David. David looks around as the crowd cheers and a “David!” chant starts with yells of “BANG!” scattered throughout.

David: “Nah…I mean…I thought-“

The crowd boos as the chants get louder. David looks around.

David: “Well, I guess…”

David looks around as the crowd cheers some more.

David: “Oh fine. Hell yeah, I’m back too!”

The crowd cheers as David looks around.

David: “The fact of the matter is that the three of us are back and we plan to have some back in this ring and well-“

ADRENALIZE ME

The crowd cheers as “Adrenalize” by In This Moment plays throughout the arena. A few moments pass before Ace Marshall walks out with Cassidy Carter. Ace has a bottle of water in his hand and takes a swig of water before spitting it out like a fountain onto the stage. He looks down at the ring as he has a microphone of his own. The crowd cheers as David, Lucas and Jason turn to the stage. Ace looks in the ring with a smile before walking over to the coffee truck and looking around. He then points to the rum. He turns to Cassidy.

Ace: “Hey guys….any good?”

Ace then grabs the bottle, which still is open. He then tilts it into his mouth and takes a swig. He swishes it around his mouth and downs it and nods. He turns and hands it to Cassidy, giving her a swig. She then puts it down.

Ace: “Not bad.”

David: “Hope you enjoyed the free taste.”

Lucas: “It’s our little side business.”

Ace: “Well, you know, I wanted to try it. I mean, it’s what partners do. Share drinks. Team build. All that stuff. And well, just heard that you said you’re back and well…”

The crowd starts to cheer. Ace Marshall walks up the steel steps. He then steps into the ring. He turns and walks over to Jason.

Ace: “Hey man…still got the goat?”

Jason: “Nah, but he was damn tasty.”

Ace: “Good eating there. Make it Jamaican style?”

Jason: “Damn right!”

The crowd roars as Ace and Jason look at the crowd.

Ace: “I don’t think they can tell if we’re joking or not.”

Jason: “Depends if PETA is protesting outside.”

Lucas: “Want me to make a call?”

Ace: “Nah…nah…got other fish to fry, Luke! See, well, I got a little draft here and well, I even looked at the roster, checked it twice, figured out who was nice, tossed that, and when with who was naughty. And trust me, I want the NAUGHTIEST of them all! That’s right. Davey Boy pissed off a Street at Day of Infamy. If that doesn’t say naughty or stupid, I don’t know, but that means you’re a man cut from the same cloth as me.”

Ace turns and walks over to David Helms.

Ace: “I want you on my team!”

The crowd cheers.

Ace: “Welcome aboard!”

Ace wraps his arm around David Helms.

Sharper: “Ace Marshall choosing David Helms!”

Knots: “Well talk about things getting interesting!”

Sharper: “He may have to go up against Regan! He’s no longer an option for Tommy, if he thought about it. And Ace Marshall now has two thirds of a very strong Trios Team!”

David nods as “Adrenalize” starts to play again. Ace smiles and backs up and exits to the floor. He then turns and Cassidy grabs the bottle of rum from the back of the coffee truck and holds it up. They then turn and head off as Lucas and David smirk. Jason walks over and talks to them.

Sharper: “David Helms, Lucas Knight and Jason Helms making official their returns. But Ace Marshall taking advantage immediately. David Helms is in the 2020 Trios Tournament!”

Knots: “Well Ace and David still need to work with whoever is the third person, randomly drawn. But Jordan picked a friend; so did Selena. Ace picked someone as crazy as him!”

Sharper: “Crazy?”

Knots: “You heard the spiel about Regan!”

Sharper: “In any case, so far, a bit of skill, a bit of fit. And we have five more draft picks to go tonight!”

Ace and Cassidy, with the bottle of rum, head to the back as we cut backstage.

Sharper: “Let’s now go backstage where Spirit Dansby is standing by.”

Backstage, we see Spirit Dansby standing outside of the locker room of Tommy Valentine and Kandis.

Spirit: “Ladies and gentlemen, I am just waiting for Tommy Valentine to leave his locker room. In moments, he’ll face Clyde Sutter in singles action. But he’s also got a draft pick for the Trios Tournament. Now, it is not his turn, but with David Helms off the board, one could guess what he's thinking-“

The door opens and Tommy steps out. Kandis is just behind him.

Spirit: “Tommy, could I get a word?”

Tommy: “Unless you forgot how to count. Probably likely with how you and your buddies see the world but-“

Spirit: “Wanted to speak about David Helms returning and taking a pick off the board for you. But also with Kandis here, we need to talk about what you did to help James Evans at Dayo f Infamy.”

Tommy scoffs.

Tommy: “First off, if you honestly felt I was gonna pick anyone but this woman right here. You’re clearly out to lunch. Oh, and in case someone picks her before I do…do it at your own risk.”

Kandis: “And as for the Wonderland, they declared war on the tag division by going after Las Bandidas. This is OUR division. We just used them for a message. We’re going to make sure we get where we want to be…back to holding those titles. And we’ll take on anyone who could get in the way. The Wonderland…gone…it helped James? Whatever. Not our concern. But tonight, Tommy can blow off some steam against Clyde. I can show Valeria Garcia that we’re the team to watch. And anyone else who enters the tag division looking to get ahead…they will need to worry about us!”

Tommy: “Now, if you excuse me…”

Tommy and Kandis turn and embrace in a kiss. Kandis then pulls back.

Kandis: “Kick his ass.”

Tommy smirks and walks off. Kandis then turns and returns to the locker room as the scene fades to black.

COMMERCIALS

Breakdown returns with Jaina Lancaster backstage in the interview area.

Jaina: “Welcome back to Breakdown. I’m Jaina Lancaster and fans, please welcome with the next pick in the Trios Tournament draft…The Crown Jewel of Professional Wrestling, Marie Jones.”

The crowd cheers as Marie Jones comes into view. Jaina smiles as Marie does too.

Jaina: “Marie. You were second last out in the elimination portion. We’ve heard three picks thus far and one threat regarding their pick. But you have the floor. So far, people have chosen either someone that was a friend or a like-minded individual. Which direction will you go?”

Marie: “That’s a fun question. Because I’m sure many of you are looking at this and thinking I’m going to pick Kim. But Kim and I have talked and with her becoming the new US Champion, well, she’s got her focus there and I want her to keep her focus there. She can have her fun.”

Marie turns to Jaina.

Marie: “I hope you don’t take any offense to that since it’s coming at the expense of your aunt.”

Jaina: “Bree is a good wrestler and she can handle herself.”

Marie: “Very mature. Are you sure you’re cut out for the wrestling business?”

Jaina smiles.

Marie: “But that aside, I won’t be picking her. I won’t even be going with family. See, I sat back and thought about who would pick. And simply put, I made one decision – I was going to pick whoever I felt was the best wrestler available. So…I naturally thought about the person who’s been claiming it for weeks….Sienna Swann.”

The crowd boos. Marie looks around, clearly hearing the boos.

Marie: “But then I remember, who pinned her at End of the Year Special and who has been pinning all of the top names…And better yet, I got a first hand seat to see how they would work on a team. Well, I’m not as bone-headed as Clyde Sutter, so Owen Cruze…we’re going to win this thing!”

The crowd cheers.

Jaina: “Owen Cruze will be on Marie Jones’s team. And things getting interesting. Next up, Peyton Rice. And well, Owen could’ve been a strong choice for her. We’ll find out later tonight, who she’ll pick. Back to ringside.”

Breakdown cuts back to the ring.

Tommy Valentine vs. Clyde Sutter

The arena's lights cut out completely, plunging the whole room into darkness for several seconds before the screens light up to display a countdown.

THOMAS VALENTINE WILL BLOW THE
ROOF OFF IN

5...

4...

3...

2...

1...

NOW!

The screens show static for a few seconds before going dark again. The black screen starts to pulse like a heartbeat and on each pulse, a shot of Thomas in various poses is shown, until a final shot of him holding the SCW Title aloft after winning at Taking Hold Of The Flame is shown and remains until two green fireworks shoot from the rafters and explode on the ramp. The explosion drifts across the ramp before the beginning chords to "Cut The Cord" by Shinedown, hits.

"FREE-DOM LALALALA FREE-DOM FOLLOW ME!"

As the last word echoes, the lights start to strobe again, and a shadow appears at the top of the ramp.

Phillips: “Making his way to the ring.... currently residing in Santa Barbara, California, he is Tommy Valentine!”

The lights flicker back on and Thomas Valentine looks out into the audience. He stops and smiles a little before spinning around away from the fans and holding his arms outwards with his palms upwards, he then stops and then shakes his head before smirking and shrugging. Fireworks then shoot out at the top of the ramp in a burst before he resumes walking down to the ring. Once there he slides in and leans in the corner as his music fades.

Sharper: “Tommy Valentine out here solo for this bout, as his tag partner Kandis is preparing for her match later tonight.”

Knots: “Probably for the best, no one needs to be in the way during this, it's bound to get ugly.”

The lights in the arena go out as the opening chords of “Unforgiven” by Metallica begins to play. As the song picks up its pace a spotlight shines at the top of the ramp and we see “The Assassin” Clyde Sutter standing there with a sinister grin on his face. He is flanked by his agent, Mason Van Stanton, who smirks arrogantly out at the crowd who showers both men with booing and jeering.

Phillips: “ And his opponent.... currently residing in Raleigh, North Carolina and being accompanied by his agent Mason van Stanton, “The Assassin” Clyde Sutter!”

After a few moments of soaking in the crowd reaction, which he seems to enjoy despite their booing, Sutter begins his slow walk down the ramp, with Van Stanton following closely behind. The spotlight follows the sinister sociopath as he approaches the ring; Sutter then foregoes the steel steps as he leaps up from the floor to the ring apron. Mason applauds from the outside as he uses the steel steps to join his client on the ring apron. The two speak a bit as the lights come up, then van Stanton nods and goes back down the steps, heading back up the ramp.

Sharper: “Seems like Sutter wants to face Valentine all on his own. That can either be a good thing for Tommy, or very bad.”

Knots: “We'll find out as soon as the bell rings. After Day of Infamy and the Trios Buy In match, these two have likely been cracking their knuckles just waiting to duke it out again.”

Sharper: “Both slung some rather deep insults while promoting this bout, that frankly I would prefer not to repeat. I don't anticipate seeing much wrestling, Jon, this will be a fight.”

Knots: “I'll repeat 'em! Sutter said Tommy's just Kandis'-”

Sharper: “Stop it!”

The bell rings. Both men come out of their corners quick and they collide in the middle of the ring with a flurry of lefts and rights. The crowd roars as fists fly. Sutter with the clear size and power advantage backs Tommy into a corner. He takes a step back and goes for a big boot, but Tommy spins out of the way. Sutter turns and Tommy catches him with a spinning heel kick. Sutter stumbles backwards. Tommy grabs his arm and tries to send him across, but Sutter counters and sends Tommy back into the corner. Tommy though stops himself by catching the ropes, then hopping up on the turnbuckles. He glances back a second then moonsault off the second rope, taking Sutter down. Tommy moves to make a cover but Sutter kicks him away before he can. Both men get to their feet at the same time and stare each other down. The crowd roars.

Sharper: “Clyde Sutter and Tommy Valentine not giving each other an inch as we start off here. Both playing to their strengths.”

Knots: “This is gonna be a battle of power against speed. Until Sutter pisses Valentine off then it'll just be mayhem!”

Tommy goes for a forearm but Sutter blocks it and grabs him by the throat, threatening a choke slam. Tommy boots Sutter in the stomach, making him let go. Tommy then runs the ropes for momentum and nails Sutter with a spinning clothesline. Sutter goes down hard, but starts to get right back up. Before he can though Tommy catches him with an enzuigiri. He then makes a cover.

1!

Sutter kicks out, throwing Tommy off. Tommy gets up, glaring at the larger man. Sutter gets to his feet and Tommy grabs him but Sutter counters and lifts him up before planting him with a power bomb. Sutter holds his legs for a cover.

1!

2!

Tommy kicks out. Sutter pushes him away and starts to get up Tommy gets up, holding his back a bit. Sutter grabs him and sends him across. Tommy bounces back and Sutter lifts him up in a gorilla press, setting up the Cruciform Slam, but Tommy fights out of it and drops to his feet behind Sutter. He runs the ropes and Sutter turns around before Tommy jumps and drops him with Cross the T. He goes for a pin.

1!

2!

Sutter kicks out. Tommy gets up and drops a boot into Sutter's chest. The crowd oohs. Tommy goes for another but Sutter grabs his leg and pulls, knocking Tommy off balance. He goes down to a knee. Sutter gets up and plants a big boot into the side of Tommy's head. The crowd oohs again. Tommy goes down. Sutter grabs him and picks him up then plants him back down with a sidewalk slam. He makes a cover.

1!

2!

Tommy kicks out. Sutter punches the mat angry.

Sharper: “Couple of near-falls there and both men just refusing to stay down.”

Knots: “I can't tell who's more angry right now.”

Tommy rolls away and gets up using the ropes. Sutter gets to his feet and turns and Tommy rushes at him, drilling him down with a spear, then he mounts him and immediately tees off with lefts and rights.

Sharper: “I'm gonna hazard a guess and say Tommy is at the moment!”

Knots: “Sutter fighting back though!”

Sutter blocks one punch and lands one of his own right into Tommy's temple, knocking him away from the mount. Sutter gets up and pulls Tommy up and slings him into the corner. Tommy hits the turnbuckles hard. Sutter follows up with a running shoulder tackle... but Tommy moves at the last minute. The crowd oohs as Sutter rams the ringpost. Sutter turns and leans in the corner holding his shoulder. Tommy backs away, smirking.

Sharper: “Tommy Valentine just too quick for the big man, got out of the way just in time.”

Knots: “But Tommy needs to do something other than be proud of himself if he's gonna take advantage of this.”

Tommy then makes a “come on” motion. Sutter glares, then pushes out of the corner, swinging hard for a clothesline form hell. Tommy ducks it though and turns around. Sutter spins around from his own momentum, trying to catch his balance. As he turns Tommy bounces off the ropes then jumps, drilling Sutter with the Knee Deep! The crowd oohs as Sutter drops. Tommy makes the cover hooking a leg.

1!

2!

3!

The bell rings, and Tommy gets to his feet.

Phillips: “Your winner by pinfall.... Tommy Valentine!”

Sutter turns over to his stomach holding his forehead as Tommy gets up, smirking down at Sutter.

Sharper: “My God, the Knee Deep out of thin air! Valentine is so quick and so dangerous with that maneuver, Sutter just dropped like a brick.”

Knots: “Not before giving Tommy a rough time though, those power slams really slowed him down.”

Sharper: “The did but not enough, as Tommy Valentine stands tall with the victory here, plenty of momentum behind the Hall of Famer going into Trios.”

Tommy Valentine exits the ring and walks up the ramp backwards, his arms spread out wide in celebration as we cut away.

Sharper: “Let’s now go backstage where Jessica Winters is with the new Adrenaline Champion.”

Backstage, Jessica Winters stands with Asher Hayes, who proudly has the Adrenaline Championship around his waist.

Jessica: “Thank you Adam. Asher, there’s been a lot of talk about your win, in your hometown. A big moment for you. You defeated Gavin Taylor. Now he’s talked about some big things, but there’s been another issue – that of Marie Jones who defeated him a few weeks ago. And two weeks ago, you and her drew thanks to Gavin.”

Asher: “Wouldn’t the world be a better place without Gavin? Oh well, we gotta live with him and the headaches he’s caused. Hopefully they’ll be dealt with. The fact is that I’m proud to now be holding this again and if he wants to try again, I showed at Day of Infamy that all he did was piss me off. He got his win, got his title run, got lucky. But at Day of Infamy I shut him down. Now, if its him or Marie or whoever else, I’m ready. I’m here to do two things…have fun and defend this title. And if I get in the Trios Tournament, even better. We’ll see what happens, but I’m waiting for what’s next!”

The crowd cheers.

Jessica: “Thank you Asher and we’ll certainly find out what may be next sooner rather than later. Breakdown returns after this.”

The scene fades to black.

COMMERCIALS

The first chords of "When Legends Rise" begins to play over the PA system. The crowd starts to boo. Glory Braddock steps out onto the stage. She really does look like a million bucks and grins from ear to ear, gazing out at the crowd for a moment before making her way down the entrance ramp.

Sharper: “Glory Braddock joining us after well, a match at Day of Infamy, against Alistaire Allocco that many are talking about.”

Knots: “She took a lot short-cuts. Some people think they were accidental. She hit a low blow. Caught Alistaire in the eye. I don’t know.”

Glory Braddock walks down to the ring and up the steel steps. She then walks along the apron and steps into the ring. She looks around before heading across and grabbing a microphone waiting for her on the apron. She steps back and turns to the middle of the ring. She glances out to scan the crowd before her music fades out. She looks around as the negative reaction from the crowd starts to grow.

Glory: “I had a hard fought match against one Alistaire Allocco. And at Day of Infamy, unlike Rise to Greatness, I won!”

The crowd roars and some boo, while some cheer, balancing out the reaction.

Glory: “Alistaire…we left it all in the ring. And well, in the process, I may have gotten a few shots that well…appeared to be accidents.”

Glory chuckles to herself.

Glory: “Like hell they were.”

The crowd boos. Glory just smiles.

Glory: “This is the importance of experience. I’ve been in this ring so much that it’s a second home and I know every trick. And you fell for them all. Hell, even our officials did. That low blow…no mistake. That eye gouge…planned it. The fact is that I know this ring and where I was better than anyone. And Alistaire, I proved one thing. The person who will do everything to win WILL win in the end.”

The crowd boos.

Knots: “That’s that!”

Glory: “So while you had your title run, I needed to know one thing. That I was right. And at the end of the day, those of us who are willing to use every trick, will always stand tall at the end. I proved at Day of Infamy, I am better than YOU!”

Glory pauses as the crowd boos.

Glory: “So keep your little clean wrestling crusade. Go with the others who will find out how the real wrestling world works. Me…Time for me to take my mantle and run. Hope you enjoyed the match Ali. I hope you learn from it. Because if not…what a waste of talent!”

The crowd boos some more as Glory then brings the microphone down. She turns and goes to walk off before stopping and smirking. She looks up.

Glory: “Oh Sienna…if you’re free after the show…we should talk. Unlike Alistaire…I owe you an apology.”

The crowd boos some more as Glory throws the microphone behind her. It bounces off the apron as Glory turns. “When Legends Rise” plays as the crowd boos.

Sharper: “Glory Braddock gloating in her tainted win.”

Knots: “She’s saying its vindicating her. And now she wants to talk to Sienna. Jesus Christ..”

Sharper: “Alistaire Allocco, and many others, have to be disappointed in Glory tonight.’

Knots; “Not like she cares.”

Glory Braddock exits the ring. She then starts to head to the back as the crowd boos some more. The cameras follow her to the back.

“The Old Me” by Memphis May Fire plays as we see a split screen of Selena Frost and Regan Street on one side, and Christy Matthews, with Ravyn Taylor and Christopher Richter, on the other.

Sharper: “When we return, a big match to say the least. Selena Frost faces Christy Matthews one on one.”

Knots: “One on one?”

Sharper: “Well, it may be a bit more complicated than that. But it’s next!”

The scene fades to black.

COMMERCIALS

Selena Frost vs. Christy Matthews

“HELL HAS FROZEN OVER!”
“BELIEVE IT!”

The fans are roaring in cheers as “Hell Has Frozen Over” by The Megas and Entertainment System plays! From the back walks Regan Street and Selena Frost. Taking the lead, Regan stands on the platform, grinning, as “Snow” falls on the background screens and “fire” dances down the electronic rampway. Lowering herself, as if ready to pounce, Regan holds her claws out as Selena stands behind her, the platinum-blonde's back hand raising up and her front hand reaching out over Regan towards the ring! With a stamp of Selena's foot, ice races along the electronic fire display, causing it to freeze and crack! Both smiling, Regan and Selena spin out of their pose and make their way down the ramp.

Phillips: “The following contest is scheduled for onefall and has a thirty minute time limit. First, accompanied by Regan Street, she is the Snow Queen, Selena Frost!”

Selena and Regan slide under the ropes to enter the ring. Getting to her feet, Selena lifts her hand up to give a twirl as the lights form to make a massive snowflake under her. Stopping her spin and lowering her hand back down, towards the audience, once again palm upright, a smirk graces her lips, her other arm lifting to the sky once more as Regan, matching her partner's smirk, lowers down to a pouncing stance. With a slam of her foot, Selena causes the snowflake at her feet to “crack” as the rampway did, the shards of ice streaking out to all four corners of the ring to shoot out blue streaks of fire as the lights return to normal. Regan jumps to a turnbuckle and continues to pose while Selena stands near her.

Sharper: “Frozen Hell enjoying a lot of teambuilding. Selena and Regan will also be teaming at the Trios Tournament in eleven days.”

Knots: “Yeah. But they’re looking to muscle into title contention. They’ve have some issues with one another. End of the Year Special, Infamous and Selena and Regan had some interaction.”

There’s a loud click as the lights around the building flick off and darkness consumes the arena, with nothing but a few flashes from cameras in the crowd lighting the arena. The lights return slowly and dimly in a crimson hue as a boos spread throughout the arena, then without warning we see black and white footage spring to life on the screen of Winston Churchill giving one of his most famous speeches, all the while the chilling sound of air raid sirens and war can be heard in the background...

"We shall fight on the beaches. We shall fight on the landing grounds. We shall fight in the fields, and in the streets. We shall fight in the hills. We shall NEVER surrender!"

The video suddenly burns away to reveal a second hidden image of the devious ex-president George H. W. Bush giving a speech of his own...

"When we are successful, and we will be, we'll have a real chance at this new world order..."

“Indestructible” By Disturbed hits over the P.A system causing the crowd to erupt into a sea of boos as they know who is about to make their presence felt. The curtains part as Ravyn Taylor walks out onto the stage with a ring jacket on, followed by Christy Matthews with a red hood pulled up over her head. Christy stands in the middle of the stage with her arms outstretched in a crucifix pose as Ravyn walks to the edge of the stage, looking out over the sea of hatred from the fans. The curtains part again as Christopher Richter makes his way onto the stage, standing just a step behind Christy, looking ready to see off any fans that get too close to her.

Philips: “Her opponent, being accompanied by Christopher Richter and Ravyn Taylor, from the City of Angels, by way of Overland Park, Kansas, one half of the SCW World Tag Team Champions, she is Christy Matthews!”

Christy begins walking down to the ring, with Richter acting as her second. Meanwhile, Ravyn smiles proudly as she begins walking to the ring. Christy and Ravyn proudly hold their titles. Christy climbs up the outside of the ring apron and ascends the outside of the turnbuckles, extending her arms again in the mock crucifix pose before pulling her hood down and looking slowly around. Meanwhile, Ravyn steps up the ring steps, wiping her feet on the apron before stepping between the ropes. She steps up onto the turnbuckles on the opposite side of the ring as Christy and removing her jacket slowly, tossing it to the floor before looking down at herself admiringly. Christy vaults into the ring while Ravyn steps down and the two gather in the corner, with Christy handing off her cloak to Richter, who stands in the corner as protection while Christy crouches down beside Ravyn, who sits in the corner with a smirk on her face. Selena and Regan look across the ring. Ravyn pulls herself to the floor as Regan slowly exits too. Richter heads out.

Sharper: “Regan watching Ravyn. Christy making sure to have the numbers advantage. Or should we put that to Ravyn.”

Knots: “Who cares? They know what they’re doing.”

The crowd roars as the bell sounds Selena and Christy start to circle the ring. They then lunge and lock-up in the middle of the ring. The two push back on one another and Selena turns into a side headlock. She pulls back. Christy pulls Selena into the ropes and then fires her off. Selena bounces off and Christy steps up and Selena shoulders her down. Selena runs into the ropes. Christy rolls over. Selena hops over and bounces off the other side and Christy gets up and leapfrogs over. Selena bounces off the other side and Christy goes to grab Selena, but Selena spins through and hits a hip toss. Christy rolls over and gets up and turns and Selena hits another hip toss. Christy rolls over and Selena hits a dropkick. Christy falls back and rolls to the floor. The crowd roars. Richter walks over as Ravyn looks across. Christy smacks the apron in anger.(1)

Sharper: “Selena gets the first advantage. Christy to the floor and clearly frustrated.”

Knots: “Selena looking to kick ass here.”

Christy paces a bit. (2) Selena backs up as Christy rolls back in. She looks up at Selena. Selena then turns and heads over after her. Christy backs up to the corner and Selena kicks her in the ribs and then again. She grabs her and whips her across the ring. Christy hits the opposite corner. Selena runs after. Christy gets a boot up, but Selena blocks it and throws her leg down and forearms her in the jaw. Selena then pulls her out and scoops her up and slams her down. Christy rolls over and moves to the ropes. Selena follows after her, and Christy reaches up and rakes her eyes. The crowd boos. Christy then spins Selena into the corner. Christy hits a chop. The crowd woos. Christy then kicks Selena in the ribs and then again and again. She then pulls her out and whips her across. Selena hits the corner and Christy runs after and nails her with a clothesline. The crowd ohs. Selena falls out of the corner and rolls over. Christy turns and walks after her, pulling her up by the hair.

Sharper: “Selena Frost quickly finding out that Christy Matthews will take advantage of any opportunity. The eye rake turning this around.”

Knots: “Not like they cared about rules to begin with.”

Sharper: “That’s true. And as we’ve seen, with Alexander Crowe throwing the Trueloves off the stage, they’ll do anything to maintain their reign.”

Christy then elbows her in the back of the head. Selena steps up and Christy hits a shoot kick to the chest. Selena hits the mat, holding her chest. Christy then bends over, taunting Selena.

Christy: “I can kick too!”

Christy then kicks her in the lower back. Selena rolls over. She moves to the ropes. Christy comes over and chops Selena. The crowd woos. She then whips Selena across and Selena bounces off and Christy hits a dropkick. She goes for the pin.

Selena kicks out. Selena turns and Christy gets up and grabs her, dragging her up. Christy forearms her in the jaw. She then whips her into the ropes. Selena bounces off and Christy goes for a clothesline, but Selena somersaults underneath her before getting up. Christy turns and Selena jumps up and hits a snap frankensteiner. Christy hits the mat and rolls over, rolling right out of the ring to the floor. Selena then gets up as Christy slowly stirs. (1) Selena runs into the ropes, bouncing off and then goes to dive, but stops as Christopher Richter walks up in front of Christy. Ravyn stands to the side. Regan then starts to walk around. The crowd roars. The referee stops his count, trying to keep the two sides away from one another.

Sharper: “Selena stopped as that mountain of a man, Christopher Richter steps up in front of Christy.”

Knots: “Not just that, but look at Ravyn at the side. Something up there. Regan happy to get involved and our poor ref is trying to figure this out.”

Selena just slowly backs up as Regan backs away. Ravyn smirks as Christy starts to pull herself up onto the apron. She then enters into the ring. She then lunges at Selena and Selena ducks a clothesline attempt. Christy stops and turns and Selena hits a spinning heel kick. She then goes for the pin.

Christy kicks out. Christy turns and Selena gets up and pulls her up. She hits a back suplex. Selena turns and goes for the turnbuckle, climbing to the apron before going to the top rope. The crowd roars. Selena looks at Christy and dives off with a diving elbow drop. She goes for the pin.

Christy kicks out. Selena gets up. She then walks around before grabbing Christy. She clubs her in the back and then again before going to whip her across into the ropes. Christy bounces off and Selena goes for a scoop, but Christy spins through. She then jumps up and hits a dropkick. Selena falls forward and through the ropes, onto the apron, but right by Richter and Taylor. Regan starts to walk around. Ravyn and Richter keep back. Selena starts to get up and Christy runs over and hits another dropkick, knocking Selena off the apron and into the announce table. Selena rolls over in pain.

Sharper: “Selena now down in front of us. Bad landing.”

Knots: “She could be out. She moving?”

Sharper: “I see her moving a bit, but she’s in a bad place. Infamous all around her.”

Knots: “Regan Street watching like hawk. They try anything. She’s going to snap.”

Selena starts to stir as the official doesn’t even count. Christy turns to him.

Christy: “Count. Or do you want us to help get her back in the ring?”

Hollinsworth: “Get away from her then. I’m not going to let this turn into a gang-up!”

Richter and Ravyn back away as Regan keeps watching. Christy however then drops to the floor and grabs Selena, pulling her up and driving her face first into the top of the table. Selena falls back and Christy turns and shoves her back, hard, into the side of the ring. Christy then lifts her up and rolls her into the ring. Selena rolls over and stirs and Christy hops onto the apron and climbs up to the top rope and dives at Selena and drives her elbow into the back of Selena’s head. Selena rolls over. Christy dives for the pin.

Selena gets her shoulder up. The crowd cheers. Christy gets up and stomps Selena in the face. She stops her again and Selena rolls to the ropes. Christy then grabs the ropes and steps on her face, grinding the sole of her foot onto the face. Christy looks at Regan as Regan glares at her.

Christy steps off. Selena grabs at the ropes. Christy then bends over and grabs her. She drags her up. She then turns and whips her into the corner. Christy smirks and runs after her and Selena gets a boot up. Christy stumbles out and Selena runs over and hits a dropkick. Christy hits the mat. She rolls over. Selena starts to get up as the crowd roars. Christy gets up and turns around and spins around and Selena runs past her and Ravyn feigns jumping up onto the apron. Selena however stops briefly, flinching from this, before she turns and runs at Ravyn and goes for a running kick to the ropes. Ravyn backs up. Christy runs over and rolls Selena up.

Selena kicks out. Christy falls to the ropes. She turns around and walks right into the Glass Shard!

Sharper: “Christy walked right into the Glass Shard!”

Knots: “Selena got all of it!”

Selena goes for the pin. Regan already has grabbed the ropes and is up on her knee.

The crowd roars as Regan pulls herself into the ring. She keeps her eyes on Ravyn Taylor and Christopher Richter.

Phillips: “Here is your winner, via pinfall, Selena Frost!”

Sharper: “Selena Frost pins Christy Matthews.”

Knots: “You see how fast Regan Street got in there? She didn’t wait. She knew Ravyn Taylor may try something!”

Sharper: “Regan Street and Selena Frost standing tall in the ring right now. Selena just pinned one half of the World Tag Team Champions!”

Ravyn Taylor just keeps watching Selena and Regan before a small smirk come over her face. Richter watches as Christy rolls over, holding her face. Christopher Richter reaches in and pulls her out to the floor. The crowd continues to look on cheering as Selena gets to her feet. Regan watches Infamous as Infamous starts to make their way around the ring.

Sharper: “Let’s go backstage again. Now Jaina Lancaster with Peyton Rice.”

Backstage, we see Peyton Rice standing with Jaina Lancaster.

Jaina: “Thanks Adam. I said earlier that you were on the clock. Peyton, you’ve got the next pick and frankly, I think most people assumed the choice would be between Owen Cruze and Alistaire Allocco. Marie Jones picked Owen Cruze, claiming strictly for picking the best available.”

Peyton: “And I’m sure Owen is over the moon with that. And Owen is going to be a great partner for her. But I already had my choice and he was always my number one choice. He was always who I was going to pick if he was available…”

Jaina: “I’m pretty sure we know who, as you have him standing off to the side here, but care to say for clarity?”

Peyton: “Ali! Alistaire Allocco!”

The crowd cheers. Peyton turns as Alistaire Allocco comes into view, walking over.

Jaina: “Alistaire…you’ll be teaming with Peyton and one other. You’re coming off a tough loss and one we already heard from Glory about.”

Alistaire sighs.

Alistaire: “She just showed her true colours. And also that I was right to not completely respect what she was. I hope all of it was worth it. To play my like that. To take those short-cuts to just turn your back on everything. You’re not much better than others who claim to be great wrestlers, but need to bend the rules. So be it…And Blake. Your little speech changed nothing. I appreciate what you’ve accomplished but given your track record, you don’t scream role model. I will now move on to the Trios Tournament to stand alongside Peyton and try to make a change that way. All I hope is that whoever is teaming with us…they better be prepared to compete the right way.”

Peyton smiles before we then see Kelcey Wallace walking into view. The crowd cheers loudly.

Jaina: “Kelcey Wallace!”

Kelcey: “I said I was going to be here. But I’m glad I stayed out of the spotlight until now. Seeing both of you, Owen…all starting to step up…all learning, all getting better….I’m feeling good about some parts of SCW that have developed since I was around.”

Jaina: “You’re also a former winner of the Trios Tournament. Albeit it, at that point…”

Kelcey: “It’s fine. I was a horrible person. I had bought into my own hype. But that does not mean I cannot be helpful.”

Peyton: “And you better believe we’re picking your brain.”

Kelcey: “To help people earn this opportunity. It’s the way it should be.”

Kelcey nods and heads off with Peyton and Alistaire as the scene fades to black.

COMMERCIALS

Breakdown returns as the Trios Tournament logo comes up on the screen. “Outlaws and Outsiders” by Cory Marks plays.

Sharper: “Welcome back to Breakdown. Over the course of the night, we’ve been finding out who the winners of the Trios Tournament buy-in would pick in their draft picks. And we have two-thirds of six teams known thus far.”

Knots: “Yeah, two more picks to go, and then the random draw will be announced.”

*Leader*	*Drafted Member*	*Random Draw*
Jordan Majors	Bree Lancaster
Selena Frost	Regan Street
Ace Marshall	David Helms
Marie Jones	Owen Cruze
Peyton Rice	Alistaire Allocco
Tommy Valentine	Kandis
Kelsai Adamson-Mason
Jay Gold

Sharper: “As you can see, a couple things to note. First off that Tommy Valentine’s pick of Kandis already entered.”

Knots: “He said it forcefully enough.”

Sharper: “And so far, four teams completely chosen of friendships, partnerships. Two teams though based off fit or maybe just skill.”

Knots: “Two more to go and probably the two more interesting. Kelsai is a blank slate in a lot of ways. Her best friends all leading teams. And Jay Gold, just returned. A lot of the old names are gone. So we’ll see where this all goes. And then the random draw could change everything.”

The feedback over the PA system, as if a jack is plugged into an amplifier rips through the arena. While the noise attracts the attention of the crowd, spotlights, one after another shine down onto the stage. The familiar chords of "The Fade to Black" crackles on the sound system as smoke begins to hover on the stage. A shadow stands behind an illuminated curtain, by this point the crowd already caught up in a frenzy. The song's interlude cuts shorts as the lyrics begin:

“Life it seems, will fade away
Drifting further every day
Getting lost within myself
Nothing matters no one else
I have lost the will to live
Simply nothing more to give
There is nothing more for me
Need the end to set me free”

As the final line of lyrics play and the song revs up, Xander bursts out behind the curtain onto the stage. He marches out onto the stage to the top of the ramp. Boos starts to hail down on him, but there is some cheers beneath. Behind him emerges Artemis. She is notably dressed differently, wearing pants and a t-shirt. Her fists are taped. Xander and Artemis look out at the crowd before starting to walk down the rampway.

Sharper: “Xander Valentine had a war with Regan Street at Day of Infamy. Xander out of frustration or-“

Knots: “Cowardice! I’ll say it!”

Sharper: “Well, he attacked Regan with a weapon. Regan would fire back after the match and even get a shot in on Artemis. It was a complete war and nothing resolved.”

Knots: “Yeah, and I doubt Xander feels like he respects Regan. You don’t do what you did if you respect her!”

Xander Valentine reaches the ring and grabs the ropes and pulls himself onto the apron. He then steps into the ring. He looks around as Artemis walks around the ring and goes over to the timekeeper’s table and Jason Phillips. She extends a hand and Phillips hands her a microphone. Artemis just turns back and walks up the steel steps and into the ring from in front of the announce tables. Xander turns and watches her as she walks over and hands him the microphone. Xander takes it and walks around the ring. He takes a deep breath.

Xander: “So that was our first fight, Regan…”

Xander shakes his head.

Xander: “Pardon me if I’m a bit disappointed. You had to rely on so many tropes. The hellcat has claws and she wouldn’t stay down. Resiliency is not enough for respect. And frankly, the fact that I had to just abort our fight…frankly…it just shows how little I still respect you.”

Xander sighs again.

Xander: “I should be taking pride in dismantling you, bloodying you…but the fact is that you just weren’t worth it.”

Xander pauses for a moment.

Xander: “But you then did something that at least got my attention, but ensured that at some point in the near future you will regret your actions.”

Xander turns and looks at Artemis.

Xander: “You touched her…”

Xander takes a deep breath.

Xander: “Completely unprovoked.”

Xander looks at Artemis as she looks out stoically.

Xander: “I have been called many things in my time. The Executioner. The Dominate. A monster…a monster attacks unprovoked. And I have said for far too long that people like Selena and Regan have taken the spot that would otherwise been mine. Selena, I can understand. She’s earned it. Regan…though…she’s a fake monster. One who acts without abandon when it merely is just a tantrum.”

Xander pauses as the crowd boos.

Xander: “I never threatened your family. I never crossed any line…but you did. Because you feel you can. That will be your downfall, Regan. And at some point, I will come for my vengeance…but for now…enjoy the Trios Tournament because I feel that I need to remind others of who the real monster is. The fact that you’re the monster around here…is a slap to my face.”

Xander then brings the microphone down. He looks around, scanning the arena. The crowd buzzes, while some boos follow. “Fade to Black” starts to play as the crowd boos.

Sharper: “Xander Valentine clearly not pleased about Day of Infamy, but I can’t help but feel some of that was his own doing.”

Knots: “He poked the Hellcat! And he’s got to learn. Things are different from when he was on top!”

We then cut to ringside to see Sharper and Knots.

Sharper: “Meanwhile, folks, plenty to come tonight. More to round out the Trios Tournament draws. A few more draft picks to come and then the random draw.”

Knots: “And not just that, but Sienna Swann will face Katie Steward and…uh…”

Sharper: “What do you want?”

The camera angle changes to show Xander Valentine and Artemis now in front of the announce table. Sharper and Knots look up as Xander then lunges and grabs Knots by the throat. The crowd roars.

Sharper: “Hey! Hey! We need help out here!”

Xander then pulls Knots up to his feet and pulls him over the announce table. The crowd roars and makes noise as Xander drops him to his feet and pushes him against the announce table.

Xander: “You think I’m a coward…I’m not the one acting big behind a desk.”

Xander then lifts him up and Artemis grabs Xander’s arm. Xander looks to her and sighs, slowly putting Knots down. Knots looks around as Xander then lets go and looks at him.

Xander: “You’re lucky I can’t.”

Xander then steps back. Knots sighs in relief before suddenly Artemis drills him with a hard right hook and Knots falls to his knees and down to the mats. The crowd ohs. Boos follow as Sharper looks at Xander and Artemis stunned. Phillips checks on Knots as Xander looks at Knots, showing no emotion, turning and walking around the ring. Artemis looks at Knots before following Xander. Sharper then turns and takes off his headset and heads over to Knots and checks on him.

Sharper: “Jon…just stay down.”

Knots looks up, blinking, but a far away look in his eyes as we then see officials coming down, running past Xander and going over to check on Knots. The crowd continues to boo as the scene fades to black.

COMMERCIALS

Breakdown returns as we see Jonathan Knots in the trainer’s room as the trainer, is asking some questions.

Trainer: “Do you know where you are?”

Knots: “United States? Chicago?”

Trainer: “What is your birthday?”

The camera turns to show Lucas Knight watches as Regan Street stands with him along with Selena Frost.

Regan: “He’s asking for another ass-kicking. Didn’t learn anything.”

David Helms then walks over with some coffee.

Lucas: “Regan…Selena…focus on your tag titles for a bit. He’s distracting you.”

David: “What are you thinking Lucas?”

Lucas: “I’m thinking I owe a monster an ass-kicking. Been wanting to take one on for a while. May as well turn it to Xander…Gotta stand up for family.”

The crowd roars.

We then cut to ringside to see Adam Sharper at the announce table alone.

Sharper: “Jonathan Knots getting some medical attention. Looks like a concussion. But a lot of people clearly upset. Xander Valentine and Artemis have been escorted from the arena. And I guess I’m calling the rest of this show alone…Hopefully Jon will be okay. Concussions are a scary thing if that is indeed what he has.”

Kandis vs. Valeria Garcia

The opening bass of "Baby Got Back" begins and Kandis steps out from the curtain, a sway in her step. A step behind her, Tommy Valentine appears, still in his gear from earlier but the face paint cleaned off. The music cuts to a remixed version of the chorus, with added bass, and Kandis turns around to wiggle her bountiful rear end.

Phillips: “Making her way to the ring, from West Hollywood, California and being accompanied by Tommy Valentine.... Kandis!”

Kandis turns back and starts down the ramp. When Kandis gets to the ring steps, the line skips in the remix:

"My anaconda don't-- my anaconda don't-- my anaconda don't want none unless you got buns, hon!"

Kandis shakes her hips in time to the words, while Tommy blatantly watches her ass. She then steps through the ropes and slaps her ass right at the whip sound. The bass line continues as Kandis bounces on her feet a little, shaking all of her assets. Tommy takes a place ringside near her corner, leaning on the apron.

Sharper: “Kandis with company tonight, she wasn't able to join Tommy Valentine earlier due to getting ready for this match, but he's out here with her, having been victorious earlier in the show against Clyde Sutter.”

The lights dim and ruby red lighting settles on the stage as the sound of waves slowly brings everyone into a state of calm. After about ten seconds, the waves are joined by the haunting melody of Dança Das Ondas as the red lights slowly transition into a more golden orange color. Valeria Garcia slowly walks out onto the stage, her eyes slowly roaming over the fans with a cold, emotionless look. Her partner Maria walks out behind her.

Phillips: “And her opponent.... from Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico , and being accompanied by her partner Maria Vencejo... she is Valeria Garcia!”

Slowly Valeria begins to make her way down to the ring, not paying any mind to the fans even if some of them share their appreciation for the beautiful figure walking past their gaze. She slides into the ring and slowly rises to her feet, a smirk beginning to form on her lips as the lights return to normal. Maria remains near the ring steps.

Sharper: “These two women, collectively known as Las Badidas de Gata Negra, challenged Infamous for the Tag Team Championships at Day of Infamy. Unfortunately for them, Infamous held them off. Meanwhile, Kandis has a chance here to put some of her money where her mouth is if she can get a victory here tonight.”

The bell rings. Kandis and Valeria stare each other down, before Kandis steps to the middle of the ring and calls for Valeria lock up. Valeria glances at her partner, then shrugs and steps up to Kandis. She reaches to grab Kandis for a collar and elbow tie up but Kandis blocks it with one arm and lands a hard jab with the other at the same time. Valeria steps back, surprised. Kandis follows up with a hard right and then an elbow. Valeria backs away to the ropes. The crowd oohs as Kandis smirks, cracking her knuckles. Tommy looks on in approval.

Sharper: “Kandis getting a quick upperhand there with the fake out and landing a few strikes.”

Valeria pushes off the ropes and meets Kandis in the middle of the ring, and they actually lock up this time. Valeria gets the advantage and works Kandis into a corner. She nails a forearm, then another one. Valeria goes for a third but Kandis blocks it and fires back with a knee strike. Valeria steps back. Kandis follows and fires off a spinning backfist. Valeria staggers back. Kandis picks her up and plants her with a samoan drop. She makes a cover.

1!

Valeria kicks out. Maria claps. Both women get up. Kandis grabs Valeria and sends her across into the ropes. On the rebound Kandis goes for a back body drop, but Valeria floats over and lands on her feet. Kandis turns and Valeria plants her with a DDT. She then pulls Kandis up only to drill her back down with a snap suplex. Valeria covers.

1!

2!

Kandis kicks out, shoving Valeria off.

Sharper: “Valeria got a two count but Kandis kicks out with authority! Valeria knocked about a foot away.”

Kandis gets to her feet and Valeria is up. Kandis takes Valeria down with a hip toss. She then hits a knee drop, then a leg drop across Valeria's chest. Kandis steps over and starts to pull Valeria up. Valeria though somehow counters and pulls Kandis down, then applies a Fujiwara armbar. The crowd roars.

Sharper: “Hell of a counter there and Kandis is in trouble!”

Tommy starts slapping the mat in encouragement. Kandis struggles, causing Valeria to pull back harder. Kandis yells out. The official checks, Kandis shakes her head and yells “no!” Tommy starts hitting the mat with both hands, made into fists. Kandis manages to get her free arm under herself and push up, then tucks her shoulder and rolls out of the hold. Valeria let's go of her arm and Kandis rolls to the ropes near Tommy, holding her arm.

Sharper: “Close call for Kandis there, but she found a way out of it.”

We see the pair talk for a moment, and Kandis nods The official goes over and Kandis pulls herself up, shaking her arm out and nodding that she's fine. The official steps back. Kandis turns to face Valeria, a glare across her features. Valeria smirks back. Kandis approaches and Valeria meets her in the middle, aiming for a forearm. Kandis blocks it though and nails a shoot kick to Valeria's stomach. She then kicks the ribs, then lands a knee in the same spot. Valeria doubles over, holding her ribs. Kandis then drills her knee into Valeria's face. Valeria goes down. The crowd oohs. Kandis looks around, and Tommy gestures to the corner. Kandis nods, and goes to the corner. She gets up on the second turnbuckle, then jumps, turning in the air and landing a split-leg legdrop! The crowd oohs and a random cheer is heard.

Sharper: “Innovative maneuver there from Kandis. And a cover!”

Tommy grins in approval as the official counts.

1!

2!

Valeria kicks out. Kandis gets off, yelling but the camera can't pick it up. Valeria gets to her hands and knees. Kandis pulls her to her feet and sends her across into the ropes. Valeria bounces back and Kandis jumps for a headscissor takedown, but Valeria counters by catching her and turning it into a power slam! The crowd oohs. Valeria makes a cover, hooking a leg.

1!

2!

Kandis kicks out. Valeria gets up and turns to pull Kandis up. Kandis let's her, then shoves her backwards to get some separation. Valeria runs the ropes and goes for a clothesline. Kandis ducks and turns. Valeria hits the opposite ropes. She bounces off and turns around, only for Kandis to run up and grab her head before drilling her with the Starmaker! The crowd oohs as Kandis makes the cover, sitting on Valeria's chest while hooking a leg.

1!

2!

3!

The bell rings. Tommy leaps onto the apron as Kandis gets up.

Phillips: “Your winner by pinfall.... Kandis!”

Sharper: “That Starmaker will sneak up and drop them every time Kandis nails it. Valeria Garcia didn't make it easy, but Kandis made it look that way at the end.”

Valeria doesn't move as Maria slides in to check on her. Meanwhile Tommy steps through the ropes and greet Kandis with a celebratory kiss. The official tries to pull her away to raise her arm, but she just lets him, not letting go of Tommy. The official gives up and Kandis smirks as she and Tommy separate and he raises her arm instead. Valeria starts to sit up as Kandis and Tommy exit the ring and head towards the ramp, arm in arm.

COMMERCIALS

The scene opens up to see Jessica Winters on the stage. The crowd cheers as she smiles and looks at the camera.

Jessica: “Ladies and gentlemen, we have two more picks in the draft for Trios Tournament to come before the random draw. First, allow me to introduce the second last drafter, she is about to defend her SCW Television Championship against Jake Starr. Accompanied by Amy Chastaine, she is Kelsai Adamson-Mason!”

As “Let Love In” by the Goo Goo Dolls starts to blare throughout the arena as the fans immediately begin to roar. The roar becomes much louder as Kelsai Adamson-Mason steps out a stage smiling for ear-to-ear with an equally smiling Amy Chastaine at her left side. Kelsai looks at the TV title draped over her shoulder as her smile remains. She walks over to Jessica as she looks around.

Jessica: “Kelsai, I’m sure you’ve been thinking long about this.”

Kelsai: “Oh yeah. Totally thinking everything through and we’ve got already so many good teams. Just…this one though….this one just makes sense.”

Jessica: “Well Kelsai, who then are you choosing as your partner?”

Kelsai turns to Amy and Amy nods.

Kelsai: “Thinking about it long and hard. I am going to choose….my brother in law, Blake Mason as my partner!”

The crowd roars and a mixed reaction comes over the crowd. Kelsai looks around.

Jessica: “Blake Mason. Your husband is Victor Mason. Wanting to side with family and well-“

“The Memory Remains” by Metallica starts to play and the crowd roars. Kelsai smiles as Amy turns. A few moments pass before Blake Mason walks out from the back. Jessica turns to him.

Jessica: “Blake Mason now joining us and-“

Blake steps over and puts his hand over the microphone.

Blake: “Sorry Kelsai…”

Kelsai: “What’s going on?”

Jessica: “Just want to get a word.”

Blake: “I can’t be your partner.”

Kelsai: “But…wait…I-“

Blake: “It’s not that I don’t want to be. I can’t.”

Blake sighs.

Blake: “Sorry. You’ll have to choose someone else.”

Blake then turns and heads to the back. Jessica looks around a bit confused before turning to the crowd. The crowd boos a bit. Kelsai looks at Amy confused.

Jessica: “Blake Mason has just said he can’t be Kelsai Adamson-Mason’s partner. I’m not sure…but…Kelsai, uh…what do you-“

Amy steps forward and speaks into the microphone.

Amy: “We’re going to get to the bottom of this, but first, Kelsai needs to defend her title. That’s priority number one.”

Jake Starr vs. Kelsai Adamson-Mason

SCW Television Championship

The crowd cheers a bit. Amy turns to Kelsai and motions to the ring. “Let Love In” by the Goo Goo Dolls plays again as Kelsai turns and almost resets, finding her smile and starting to head to the ring.

Jessica: “Adam, you try to figure this out.”

Kelsai walks to the ring, Amy walking down step-for-step with her. Getting to the ring, Kelsai hands the title to Amy, and jumps from the floor to the ring apron before she steps through the ropes, reveals her simple all white attire, and goes to her corner, smiling and waving enthusiastically, before she gets ready for her match, with Amy keeping watch from the corner outside. The ref takes the belt from Amy, before lifting it up. Both competitors stare at the title, then at one another. The ref hands the belt to the announcer.

Sharper: “A bit of a curveball. Blake Mason saying that he can’t be on her team, not that he doesn’t want to. And now, Kelsai Adamson-Mason has to reset from this to defend her title. Not the start after Day of Infamy that that young lady wanted!”

The opening chords of "Sound of Madness" by Shinedown begin to echo throughout the stadium. With each opening drum beat, the logo of the Social Misfits flashes on the jumbotron...

Yeah, I get it you're an outcast
Always under attack always coming in last
Bringing up the past no one owes you anything
I think you need a shotgun blast a kick in the ass
So paranoid

WATCH YOUR BACK!

With those words, an explosion or pyro shoots high into the air from the stage and in front of the stage in another wall of sparks. Lights start to circle the arena as several spotlights turn to the stage. Jake Starr walks out from the back and looks around. He just smiles and nods. He surveys the crowd, feeling their energy and absorbing it all in. His nameplate comes up as Jake Starr starts to head down to the ring. He makes his way down the rampway before going to the guardrail and fist bumping a few fans and then going to the other side before doing the same.

Phillips: “The following contest is scheduled for one fall, and it is for the SCW Television Championship. Introducing the challenger, from Des Moines, IA…he is the Social Misfit…JAKE! STARR! Already in the ring, accompanied by Amy Chastaine, now residing in New Orleans, Louisiana, she is the SCW Television Champion…Kelsai Adamson-Masooooooon!”

The crowd cheers as Starr runs over to the ring and jumps up onto the apron. He steps into the ring. He immediately makes his way to the far corner, climbing to the top rope. As the chorus hits, a spotlights illuminate Jake and he simply stands there looking around at the fans with a smirk on his face. He points at himself, and ultimately yells the words "I'M NOT DEAD YET!" He looks around, continuing to soak up the energy from the crowd before beating on his chest twice, and raises his "Misfit Revolution Fist" high into the air, a gesture mimicked by many fans in the crowd who have been supporters over the years. After this, he goes camera side and climbs on the middle rope raising his arm one more time. He looks around before hopping down and walking around the ring. The bell sounds.

Sharper: “This will be an interesting clash. You have the vet Jake Starr going up against the up and coming Kelsai Adamson-Mason.”

Starr and Kelsai step out of their corners. Both begin to circle around one another, before lunging forward. Starr pulls Kelsai into a side headlock. Kelsai manages to wiggle free, before Starr whips her into the ropes. Kelsai comes back and Starr takes her down with an arm drag.

Kelsai gets to her feet and charges, but Starr takes her down with a running lariat. Kelsai hits the mat and springs back up. Starr charges. Kelsai drops down, as Starr leaps over her. Starr bounces off the ropes, as Kelsai gets to her feet, only for Starr to take her down with a shoulder tackle. Starr goes for a quick cover.

1

Kelsai kicks out.

Sharper: “Starr only getting a one count there.”

Starr gets to his feet, bringing Kelsai up from the mat. He whips her into the ropes. Kelsai comes back, and Starr locks in a sleeper hold. Kelsai manages to step to the side before driving her elbow in Starr’s ribs, not just once but twice. Starr breaks the hold and Kelsai connects with a right hook. Starr staggers, before firing back with an elbow, before grabbing Kelsai and dropping her with a quick DDT. Starr gets to his feet and runs to the ropes. He jumps off the second rope, connecting with a moonsault, before hooking the leg.

Sharper: “The former World Champion in firm control of this match.”

1

2

Kelsai shoots the shoulder up.

Starr lifts Kelsai up from the mat, before whipping her into the corner. Starr charges, going for a splash, but Kelsai dives and rolls out of the way. Starr hits the corner hard, before buckling.

Sharper: “Starr missed, and this might be the opening the Champion needs.”

Kelsai gets to her feet before charging, connecting with a missile dropkick to the back. Starr slams into the turnbuckle, before dropping and rolling out. Kelsai follows up with a spear just as Starr sits on his knees. Kelsai then goes for a cover.

1

2

Starr shoots the elbow up. Kelsai pulls Starr up, but he hits a knife edge chop. He whips Kelsai into the ropes, but Kelsai comes back with a handspring back elbow. Starr hits the mat and rolls over, before pushing himself to his feet, only for Kelsai to connect with a roundhouse kick. Starr staggers a bit, before Kelsai follows up with a step up enziguri. Starr drops to his knees before slumping to the mat and Kelsai goes for the pin.

1

2

Starr kicks out.

Sharper: “Kelsai showing the world she can take on the best this company has to offer.”

Kelsai gets to her feet as Starr rolls over. Starr is shown using the ropes to get to his feet. Kelsai goes to grab him, but Starr hits a back elbow. Kelsai staggers, holding her jaw. Starr hits a kick to the mid-section, before grabbing Kelsai and taking her down with a snap suplex.

Sharper: “Starr managing to turn the tide, taking the Champion down with a snap suplex.”

Starr gets to his feet, as he pulls Kelsai up. She fires away with a European uppercut. Starr staggers back into the ropes. Starr fires back with a running elbow. Kelsai drops to one knee, before bouncing back up. She turns, just as Starr connects with a spear of his own. Starr goes for the cover.

1

2

3….NOOO!!!!

Kelsai kicks out. Starr looks on in disbelief.

Sharper: “The up and comer still showing she has some fight left in her.”

Starr gets to his feet, and pulls Kelsai up, only for her to hit another European uppercut. Starr staggers back. Kelsai charges and goes for a tornado DDT, but Starr manages to heave her up into the air, before connecting with a European uppercut of his own. Kelsai crumples to the mat and rolls over onto her back. Starr is shown pulling himself onto the top rope.

Sharper: “You know what Starr is looking for here.”

Starr looks down, before leaping off the rope, and connecting with the Shooting Five Starr. Half the crowd cheers, while some boo as Starr hooks the leg.

1

2

3!!!

The bell rings and the crowd reaction continues, some boos and some cheers as “Sound of Madness” hits through the sound system once again. The ref hands Starr the Television title as he sits back on his knees.

Phillips: “Here is your winner as a result of a pinfall, and the new SCW Television Champion…JAKE! STARR!”

Sharper: “Kelsai fought valiantly, but in the end, the Hall of Fame legend prevails.”

Starr is shown getting to his feet and climbing to the top rope, lifting the title above his head, before we cut to the back.

COMMERCIALS

Breakdown returns as we see Kelsai Adamson-Mason with Amy Chastaine in the backstage area.

Kelsai: “I can’t believe he can’t team with me. I don’t get it.”

Amy: “Kelsai…wait…wait…you just lost the TV Championship. The first title you’ve won in SCW.”

Kelsai just half-heartedly smiles.

Kelsai: “I lost it to someone who fought me for it. Lost to someone who beat me. I….I can live with that. I also know that at some point I’ll be back there. Just like I was after I was that close with Peyton.”

Amy: “I…I’m impressed. Many people would not be this calm.”

Kelsai: “Because I know I have you in my corner and I know that I’ll get another chance. I’ll earn another chance and I’ll be back there. Yeah…it stings…but…not as much as Blake and I just want to-“

Amy: “Alright. You relax. I’ll find out what is going on here.”

Kelsai: “No. I want to come with you.”

Amy: “Okay…but I think you should take a moment to come to terms with what happened out there.”

Kelsai: “I’ll be fine.”

Amy: “Alright.”

Amy and Kelsai then start to head down the hallway as the camera follows them. They turn the corner and continue to head on their way before walking over to one door. Amy knocks on it.

???: “Come in.”

Amy opens the door, revealing Sasha’s name on it before Amy and Kelsai step in. Sasha looks up at them.

Amy: “Sasha…sorry to bother you. But we have an issue we’d like clarified.”

Sasha: “First off, sorry to see that your reign ended and-“

Kelsai: “I’m fine…seriously. I’m fine!”

Amy: “She says she’s fine. I’m surprised too. Especially given how we all tend to be with our first title losses.”

Kelsai: “Can we ask about Blake?”

Amy motions to Sasha.

Amy: “Kelsai chose Blake. He’s saying he can’t.”

Sasha: “I’m afraid he’s correct.”

Kelsai: “But why?!”

Sasha: “While Blake Mason has returned, his contract stipulates a few things, a few items that he holds the cards for. He can pull the stipulations as he wishes, but right now, he’s asked me to maintain them.”

Amy: “What are you talking about?”

Sasha: “I’m talking about people tied with his history. Namely Bree Lancaster. She’s in the tournament. Blake has a stipulation that prevents him from facing her and a few others. Hands are tied. You’re going to have to choose someone else.”

Kelsai sighs. Amy turns to her.

Amy: “You’re going to have to, Kelsai.”

Kelsai nods and turns to Amy.

Kelsai: “Okay…then…I’ll pick someone else I trust…and someone you can keep an eye on…Jason Helms.”

The crowd roars. Kelsai turns to Sasha and then to Amy. Amy smirks.

Sasha: “Done.”

Kelsai: “Thank you.”

Kelsai smiles before turning and walking out. Amy turns to Sasha.

Amy: “Thank you.”

Sasha nods and Amy leaves as we cut away.

Jay Gold vs. Gavin Taylor

"Until The Day I Die" plays as a golden hue comes over the arena. As soon as the loud crash is heard a few measures in, Jay Gold appears on the stage. The crowd cheers. Jay surveys the crowd with squinted eyes before beginning his walk down the ramp to the ringside area.

Phillips: “The following contest is scheduled for one fall. Introducing first, from New York, he is Jay Gold!”

Once there, Jay stands up on the apron, and looks out and smiles. He steps into the ring and once he's in the middle of his ring with his arms held up high, golden pyro explodes out of all four turnbuckles as the crowd continues to cheer Gold. Jay readies himself for the pending battle.

The lights around the arena begin to flicker as "Whoa Is Me" by Down With Webster starts to play over the arena.

Whoa is me
I'm so whoa
See me decked out from my head to my toe
Whoa is me
I'm so whoa
Everywhere I go I'm a one man show

And the song continues, as the crowd boos as "All Star" Gavin Taylor steps out from behind the curtain onto the top of the ramp. As he stands in place, posing with his arms outstretched, the chorus of the song plays.

Say whoa (whoa)
The more I feel it whoa (whoa)
The more I need it whoa (whoa)
You say whoa
Whoa is me
I'm so whoa

Gavin begins to walk down the ramp with swagger. He smirks as he gets to the ring. Pulling himself to the apron, he hangs out off the ring while holding onto the top rope.

Phillips: “And his opponent, from Los Angeles, California, he is the All-Star…Gavin! Taylor!”

Gavin doesn’t move. He just stands there, holding onto the top rope. The ref is shown talking to him, but Gavin doesn’t budge.

Sharper: “What is going on? The former SCW Adrenaline Champion not getting into the ring.”

Gavin is shown sighing before rolling into the ring. He lies on the mat for a few moments. Jay is shown getting frustrated and shaking his head.

Sharper: “The former SCW World Champion looks like he’s getting annoyed with Gavin and his nonsense.”

Jay goes to step toward Gavin, only for the ref to stop him. Gavin is shown rolling back out of the ring, and slowly walking around as the crowd begins to boo. Jay is shown rolling out of the ring as Gavin continues to walk around the ring nonchalantly. Jay runs after Gavin, before grabbing him and spinning him around.

Sharper: “And Jay Gold has had enough.”

Jay rolls Gavin into the ring and follows. Gavin scrambles to his feet, as Jay stands up. The ref calls for the bell and Jay charges at Gavin, taking him down with a running clothesline. Gavin hits the mat before bouncing back up, just as Jay hits another clothesline. Gavin hits the mat once again before bouncing back up. Jay grabs him before hitting him with an atomic drop. Gavin stumbles around, just as Jay hits a springboard dropkick.

Sharper: “Jay Gold unloading on Gavin Taylor in the early goings.”

Gavin pushes himself up, only for Jay to charge over and grab him before hitting a flipping neckbreaker. Jay goes for the cover.

1

2

Gavin kicks out. Jay gets to his feet and grabs Gavin, before whipping him across the ring. Jay goes for another clothesline, but Gavin dunks under, before turning and clubbing Jay in the back of the head. Gavin grabs Jay before locking in a sleeper hold.

Sharper: “Gavin in control now.”

Jay hits an elbow to the ribs, before hooking Gavin and taking him down with a belly to back suplex. Jay goes for another cover.

1

Gavin kicks out. Jay grabs Gavin, who fires away with a European uppercut. Jay staggers back and Gavin grabs him before hitting a DDT. Gavin goes for the quick cover, hooking both legs, before he is shown grabbing the tights.

1

2

Sharper: “Is he about to steal one?”

Jay manages to kick out!

Sharper: “Jay Gold still in this fight.”

Gavin gets to his feet and goes for a running knee, but Jay dodges it, before getting up. Gavin turns just as Jay leaps up into the air as he hooks Gavin, before planting the All-Star with a tornado DDT. Jay gets to his feet as Gavin is shown beginning to stir, as he reaches over and grabs the ropes. Gavin gets to his feet, as Jay stalks him.

Gavin turns around and Jay kicks him in the midsection, before hooking him and planting Gavin with the Golden Moment! The crowd cheers as Jay hooks the leg.

Sharper: “Jay with the Golden Moment! Is it enough to put the All-Star away?”

1

2

3!!!

“Until the Day I Die” hits as the ref calls for the bell, and the fans begin to cheer louder. Jay sits up, before rising to his feet as the ref lifts his hand in victory. Gavin is shown slowly stirring on the mat.

Sharper: “Jay Gold victorious here tonight, while Gavin Taylor’s string of bad luck seems to continue.”

Jay Gold is shown celebrating in the ring, while Gavin is shown sitting down on the outside floor, looking nothing close to happy. Gold remains in the ring as Jessica Winters walks down to the ring. Gavin Taylor then looks around and heads over to Jessica. Immediately, his disappointment turns to arrogance. Jessica looks around.

Jessica: “Uh…Gavi-“

Gavin: “Yeah, I know. You’re probably nervous. But I’ve done this a few times. Just you’re with a pro. I expect you to be professional too.”

Jessica: “I’m not here to interview you.”

Gavin: “See this is what I mean! Not professional. This is your big break. Interviewing me, the All-Star!”

Jessica: “I’m here to talk to Jay Gold about his pick.”

Gavin: “Why would you want to talk to him? I’m the star here.”

Jessica: “First off…he beat you…and in fact, in 2020, I hate to say it…you’re not doing well, Mr. Taylor.”

Gavin: “What…I’m giving hope. I’m trying to give opportunity. Thanks to me, how many people have a claim on the Adrenaline Championship. That’s right. I’m building hope. Not everyone can be the All-Star. And now, everyone can have a taste of it. Of course, in the end, I’ll need to remind them all why I’m the All-Star but-”

Jay Gold then walks over to Gavin, having left the ring.

Gavin: “What do you want? To say thank you.”

Gold looks at Jessica. He turns to Gavin.

Gold: “No. More going to politely ask you to leave. You’re done kid. You had your moment for the night.”

Gavin looks around.

Gavin: “How dare you insult me that way.”

Gold sighs.

Gold: “I’m sorry Jessica…”

Gold then nails Gavin with a hard right. Gavin rolls over. He then turns and looks up before starting to back up. Gold then turns and looks at Gavin.

Gold: “Now I’m going to keep my eye on you if you want to come and try to get a receipt, but Gavin, you better start to get your head on right because you’re the insult to people around here! All the hype and want to live off it. Now Jessica…”

Gold turns to Jessica.

Gold: “You want to know who my pick is…”

Gavin starts to get up and the camera watches him before he then backs away. A few officials come out to ensure of it. Gold then glances at the crowd.

Gold: “This is going to be a controversial one, but I’ve thought a lot about it. Some people are picking based on someone they know. I don’t have much of that. Some just want the best…but then you risk not being able to work together. But sometimes you have to go with your gut and know when someone maybe is better than they really have been. That they are not even the person they claim to be. That there’s something that may be an opportunity to benefit everyone. To help someone realize who they truly could be instead of what they are. And even after tonight…what he’s done…it just shows that this opportunity may be exactly what he needs. What he craves…because we can’t have this continue. And I realize it’s not going to be popular.”

Jessica: “What are you talking about Jay?”

Jay looks at Jessica.

Jay: “My pick…someone I’ve faced in that ring…Xander Valentine.”

The crowd roars and then a very mixed reaction follows. Jay Gold then turns and starts to head to the back.

Sharper: “Xander Valentine? Even after what he did tonight…to Knots? What he’s done to the fans? What are you talking about?”

Jessica looks stunned as the camera follows Jay Gold as he continues to the back as the scene fades to black.

COMMERCIALS

Breakdown returns as we open up to see Sasha getting into the ring.

Sharper: “Welcome back to Breakdown. Adam Sharper here at ringside and our boss, Sasha, entering the ring. She is about to reveal the results of the random draw. We have the eight teams two-thirds of the way filled.”

Sasha walks over to the far side of the ring. She is handed a microphone by Jason Phillpis. Sasha turns back to the middle of the ring. She stops in the middle of the ring, reaching into her blazer and pulling out a folded piece of paper.

Sasha: “Ladies and gentlemen, we’ve seen eight teams partially filled. The eight team leaders have drafted their first partner. But the second partner is via random draw.”

The crowd cheers.

Sasha: “And now is the moment, where we will reveal the finalized teams who will compete at Trios Tournament in eleven days.”

The crowd roars. As the Trios Tournament logo comes up on the screen.

Sasha: “For the first team, Jordan Majors who chose Bree Lancaster….they will be joined by….”

“Dead Flag Blues” by Godspeed You! Black Emperor starts to play as the crowd erupts in cheers.

Sasha: “The returning Datura!”

Sharper: “Talk about another surprise. Datura, who was injured last fall in the US Title contendership tournament. She returns and will team with the former US Champion and Jordan Majors!”

A video plays showing Datura hitting a series of moves, including the Deliriant on Regan Street, along with a chair shot on one opponent, before showing Datura sitting in the ring. Her music fades out.

Sasha: “Joining Selena Frost and Regan Street…”

“King of the World” by Porcelain Black plays as the crowd boos.

Sasha: “Christy Matthews!”

Shots of Christy Matthews hitting the Happily Never After on opponents plays before we see as shot of Christy holding the World Tag Team Championship up before showing her hitting a spinning heel kick to the back of Autumn Valentine’s head and other moves.

Sharper: “One half of the tag team champions, on the same night, Selena Frost defeated her, she finds out she’ll be teaming with a potential top contender, Frozen Hell!”

Her music fades out.

Sasha: “Ace Marshall picked David Helms. They will be joined by…”

“When Legends Rise” by Godsmack plays. We see shots of Glory Braddock locking in the Shekinah Glory on Christy Matthews and attacking Alistaire Allocco among others.

Sasha: “Glory Braddock!”

Sharper: “Glory Braddock looking to become a repeat winner. And the team of David Helms, Ace Marshall and Glory Braddock could be a very strong one.”

More shots of Glory follow before the music fades out.

Sasha: “Joining Marie Jones and Owen Cruze…”

“Tesoro” by Héroes del Silencio plays and we see a shot of Maria Vencejo before showing her attacking Kandis, or working with Valeria Garcia to attack Ravyn Taylor.

Sasha: “Maria Vencejo!”

Sharper: “One half of the former number one contenders to the SCW World Tag Team Championship. How can Maria Vencejo work with another team?”

More shots of Valeria Garcia and Maria Vencejo working together follow before the music fades out again.

Sasha: “Next, joining Peyton Rice and Alistaire Allocco…”

“Lucifer’s Angel” plays as the crowd roars before booing. Shots of Damian Angel hitting the snap bulldog and Martyr Syndrome follow.

Sasha: “Damian Angel!”

Sharper: “You’re kidding me. Talk about the stunning turn of events. He’s almost been trying to help Peyton Rice since he was pulled under the ring months ago. Now they’re teaming? And Alistaire Allocco in particular has been critical of Damian Angel and his aims!”

More shots of Damian Angel attacking opponents, including hitting the pendulum elbow and the Crucifixion follow.

Sasha: “Tommy Valentine chose his tag partner Kandis to join him. Joining them…to be in action momentarily, the Queen of Queens, Katie Steward!”

“Queen:” by Loren Gray plays as repeated shots of Katie Steward posing follows before we see her hitting the Platinum Blonde on some opponents, before following with shots of Katie Steward holding the TV Championship, World Championship and standing with Gigi and Maddy Steward.

Sharper: “Katie Steward could be a sleeper pick. Another former winner of the tournament. And with a well-oiled machine like Kandis and Tommy. If they can work together…”

Sasha; “Kelsai Adamson-Mason adjusted and chose Jason Helms. Joining them…”

“Sound of Madness” plays as the crowd cheers and shots of Jake Starr hitting the Shooting Five Star Frog Splash follow.

Sasha: “Jake Starr!”

Continued shots of Jake Starr fighting in the ring follow before the music fades out.

Sasha: “And finally, Jay Gold shocking everyone by choosing Xander Valentine…Joining them…”

“Whoa is Me” by Down with Webster follows as the crowd boos.

Sasha: “Gavin Taylor!”

Sharper: “I don’t believe it. After the interaction they just had. They’ll now be teaming. What will change with Xander Valentine with them and frankly, I don’t see how they can work together!”

Shots of Gavin Taylor throwing water in the face of Kandis before showing him proudly holding the SCW Adrenaline Championship, followed by shots of Gavin Taylor walking to the ring. The crowd continues to boo before the music fades out and the Trios Tournament logo comes up on the screen and “Outlaws and Outsiders” by Cory Marks plays. The teams reappear on the screen again.

*Leader*	*Drafted Member*	*Random Draw*
Jordan Majors	Bree Lancaster	Datura
Selena Frost	Regan Street	Christy Matthews
Ace Marshall	David Helms	Glory Braddock
Marie Jones	Owen Cruze	Maria Vencejo
Peyton Rice	Alistaire Allocco	Damian Angel
Tommy Valentine	Kandis	Katie Steward
Kelsai Adamson-Mason	Jason Helms	Jake Starr
Jay Gold	Xander Valentine	Gavin Taylor

Sharper: “There you see the eight teams. Eight very, very different teams. Teams where people thought they’d have a good partnership, that third random draw has to throw a lot into doubt.”

The teams remain on the screen for some time longer before boos can be heard. We return live to see Syren storming down to the ring, CHBK with her. The crowd boos louder as they notice her coming to the ring. Syren then pulls herself onto the apron and into the ring. Syren then steps into the ring. She walks across the ring, demanding a microphone.

Sharper: “And now Syren joining us. She’s not on one of the teams. She’s not the World Champion. Not an option for her.”

Syren is handed a microphone. She turns around as CHBK enters the ring. Sasha just turns to her.

Syren: “Well as predicted, I didn’t get picked and your little random draw seemed to work in your favour. A tournament that my name is synonymous with and not only did I get a completely subpar team at Day of Infamy, but I’m not in the tournament. Oh, but I did take your World Champion and leave him laying.”

The crowd boos.

Syren: “Did you not care for what I did on Sunday?”

Syren smirks.

Syren: “Millions of people watching and I took your little hype moment and hype vehicle and turned it into a message. Making sure that James Evans looked weak. Making sure that I extracted some revenge, cracking that chair across his back and leaving him down and out. Is he even here? He’s not as in your face as he’s been. Maybe I should just do you a favour. You still need a challenger at Trios Tournament. I’m not in the tournament. Maybe this is all a blessing. And maybe I’ll consider it as long as you give me what I want and that’s an opportunity at true revenge to end James Evans’ career once and for all for trying to end mine! That’s if he’s even in a shape to perform.”

The crowd boos some more as Sasha looks at her.

Sasha: “You done?”

Syren: “I don’t know. Depends if you’re finally going to start realizing what you should’ve done.”

Just then, the crowd roars as we see James Evans storming out from the back. He’s running a bit gingerly as he heads down, He runs down to the ring and slides into the ring. His shirt goes up a bit, revealing his back and ribs taped up from Syren’s attack. He gets up and CHBK runs at him, and James nails him in the ribs. Syren runs over and nails James in the back, clubbing him over and over and over again as the crowd boos, while some cheer. Sasha backs up as Syren then kicks him in the ribs and goes to jump up for the Total Makeover, but James lifts her up onto his shoulders. The crowd roars and Syren manages to slide down and backs up. James swings, going for a hard right, but Syren drops down and rolls to the floor. CHBK rolls to the floor too. James then winces a bit as he backs up. He then covers up his pain by motioning for them to get back in. Sasha steps up.

Sharper: “James Evans, you can see the taped back…You can tell he’s in pain. He’s taken repeated chair shots. He’s taken a beating. But he’s still able to fight.”

Sasha: “Syren…if you had convincingly defeated James Evans at Day of Infamy, I’d say you had any case, but your revenge is going to have to wait and you WILL be standing on the sidelines this time as you earn your spot to face him for the title.”

Syren backs up and yells out in anger. CHBK stops her. Syren turns around and shakes her head.

Sasha: “Because while James is battered and bruised, he has been cleared to compete. And at Trios Tournament…he’ll face someone who well…he’s beaten you Syren. And he’s finally going to get his shot. James Evans, at Trios Tournament 2020, will defend the World Championship against Aaron Blackbourne!”

The crowd cheers. Syren’s eyes widen in anger.

Sharper: “Aaron Blackbourne defeated Syren last August at Apocalypse. Many thought he deserved a shot in the Chamber in October. But now, to start 2020, with the field opened up, he’ll get his shot!”

“The Nexus” by Amaranthe plays as the crowd cheers. Aaron Blackbourne walks out from the back. Syren just turns and looks at him as Aaron Blackbourne looks at Syren before turning to the ring and James Evans look at him too. James smirks as Aaron Blackbourne stoically looks down at the ring.

Sharper: “Syren not happy. But James Evans is. James Evans will make his first televised defense of the World Championship in eleven days at Trios Tournament against Aaron Blackbourne!”

Blackbourne and Evans continue to watch one another before we cut backstage.

Sienna Swann walks out of her locker room. Chris Cannon joins her, holding a manila envelope. Xiomara then follows.

Xiomara: “Of course, not in it.”

Sienna: “Naturally. Fixing it to prevent it. Well…we’ll just make sure we fix everything with this…”

Sienna taps the envelope. Sienna smirks and Chris follows. Xiomara does too. We then cut to another part of the arena to see Katie Steward walking out from her locker room with TJ Johnson, Gigi and Maddy Steward following.

Katie: “Time to remember everyone why the Goddess is always better then an Angel…and get the taste of Day of Infamy out of our mouths.”

Katie heads off with her entourage following.

Sharper: “Our main event, Sienna Swann faces Katie Steward, next!”

The scene fades to black.

COMMERCIALS

Sienna Swann vs. Katie Steward

One lone spotlight shines in entrance where smoke begins to come out and surround the stage. “Style" by Taylor Swift begins to play throughout the arena, the Tron plays the Video of her various photo-shoots, training, fighting, swimsuits, lingerie and walking through nightclubs with men gawking over her in skin tight dresses. Then Sienna Swann walks out with her head down as the crowd boos loudly. Chris Cannon and Xiomara Diaz walk out from the back too. Chris Cannon notably has the manila envelope in his hand. Sienna looks at both and smiles before stepping up as she extends her arms and reveals the large golden angel wings that are part of her entrance gear. She looks around at the crowd and smirks, posing. The three then start to head to the ring.

Phillips: “The following contest is scheduled for onefall for TV time remaining. First, accompanied by Xiomara Diaz and Chris Cannon, she is the IronAngel, Sienna Swann!”

Sienna walks down to the ring, ignoring the fans. They reach the ring and Chris Cannon walks up the steel steps, extending his hand as Sienna takes it and walks up the steps. She then climbs up to the top rope and looks around. The crowd boos loudly. She looks up to the rafters as a gold spotlight like the light of heaven shines down on her as gold glitter begins to rain down on the entire arena. Chris enters as does Xiomara. Sienna smirks and hops into the ring, spreading her arms out and smiling before taking off her wings from help of Chris and Xiomara. They then step to the floor as Sienna stands in the ring, posing.

Sharper: “Sienna Swann about to face Katie Steward. These two have a long history. They had a series of matches over the Women’s Championship several years ago. And Katie has privately said to some how she’s upset with Sienna at the top of the card. This could be very intense.”

The arena lights dim down and pink light shine on the stage. “Queen:” by Loren Gray plays as The Queen of Queens and Goddess of Desire Katie Steward steps out on the stage. She walks her beautiful white and gold ring robe and spins around in a circle showing it off the crowd. TJ Johnson walks out onto the stage with Katie and the two nod to one another. Gigi and Maddy Steward step out too and join them. The group all look at one another before Katie continues her walk to the ring with her arms out and his hands at shoulder length.

Phillips: “Her opponent, from Los Angeles, California, accompanied by TJ Johnson, Gigi Steward and Maddy Steward, she is the Queen of Queens, Katie Steward!”

Katie walks around the ring and up the ring steps carefully and across the apron. TJ runs up after her and holds open the ropes for her to enter the ring. Katie walks to the center of the ring and she disrobes for the crowd. She shows off her wrestling attire. TJ takes her robe and exits the ring and Katie to her corner. Gigi and Maddy settle in the Steward corner. Chris Cannon meanwhile walks around and goes over to site with Adam Sharper.

Sharper: “Katie Steward coming out with the Steward family en masse. Katie still upset with the unmasking of El Lucho Brothers. Didn’t go as they had planned. To deliver humiliation. Meanwhile, I’m being joined Chris Cannon. Chris…”

Chris walks over and puts on a headset. We then cut to a wide shot to see TJ Johnson walking around. Katie and Sienna get ready.

Chris: “Figured ya shouldn’t be alone. Especially while you and Knots peddled lies about Sienna there. Don’t need you thinking you can just say anything.”

Sharper: “I hate to tell you but I just say what I think.”

Chris: “And you’re wrong. Just like this bloke.”

TJ Johnson grabs a headset and looks at both.

TJ: “Well gotta make sure this is even. Plus. Need someone with experience.”

Chris: “That’s one way to look at it.”

The bell sounds. Sienna and Katie start to walk toward one another. Katie and Sienna lunge and lock-up in the middle of the ring. They push off one another and Sienna throws Katie down to the mat with a mat slam. She goes for the pin.

Katie kicks out. Both get up and Katie shoves Sienna back. Sienna steps back and looks around. She then steps up and goes for a shoot kick to the head, but Katie ducks and then rolls Sienna up with a school girl.

Sienna kicks out. Both get up and Katie forearms her in the jaw. She then grabs the arm and wrenches it. She jerks on it before pushing Sienna to the ropes and firing her off. She bounces off the other side and Katie goes for a clothesline, but Sienna ducks and stops. Katie turns and Sienna hits a dropkick. Katie rolls over and starts to get up. Sienna gets up.

Sharper: “Dropkick by Sienna. Katie down. And right now, it’s a mix of feeling out process and intensity.”

Chris: “Sure. Katie just realized she’s outclassed.”

TJ: “Please. Get a lucky shot and you’ll speak about her to the moon!”

Sharper: “We’ll see how that goes. Chris, since I have you here. That Trios Tournament contract.”

Chris: “This? Well, you’ll see. Maybe she’ll reveal it tonight.”

Sharper: “She needs to soon. The deadline is coming up.”

Chris: “Oh we know. But THIS is the topic everyone is talking about in SCW. You’re welcome.”

TJ: “Please!”

Sienna grabs Katie and runs her into the corner. Sienna hits a shoot kick to the ribs and then another before whipping her across. Katie hits the corner. Sienna runs after and Katie gets an elbow up. Sienna spins around and Katie jumps up and hits a dropkick. She then goes for the pin.

Sienna kicks out. Both women get up and Katie kicks her in the ribs and hits a vertical suplex. She then gets up and runs into the ropes and bounces off and hits a running elbow drop. She goes for the pin.

Sienna kicks out. Both get up and Sienna rakes the eyes. Katie turns away and Sienna grabs her and runs her face first into the corner. Katie turns around and Sienna leans in, choking Katie with her boot.

Sienna steps off and turns to Aaron Demitra, who reprimands her.

TJ: “Yeah! Get her off. Disqualify her.”

Chris: “Can’t judge there mate.”

Sharper: “Sienna Swann bending the rules. And yes, Katie has been known to do that too. Now Chris…I have you here. Are you cleared? Has anything-”

Chris: “Do you think SCW would give that answer?”

Sharper: “So are you?”

Chris: “You have your sources. You know I’ve been cleared for months. I’m still waiting while Sasha plays games. And I’ll make an announcement soon enough, because I’m getting sick of it. But right now, the focus is that woman right there. My Angel.”

Sienna turns around and grabs Katie and whips her across the ring. Katie hits hard and staggers forward and Sienna hits a jumping crescent kick. Katie hits the mat. Sienna goes for a lateral pin.

Katie kicks out. She turns and Sienna grabs her and drags her up. She forearms her in the jaw. Katie stumbles back and Sienna forearms her again. She then whips her across the ring. Katie bounces off and Sienna goes for a front dropkick, but Katie catches her and slams her down and hits a jackknife pin.

Sienna kicks out. Both get up and Katie rakes her eyes. The crowd roars. Katie then scoops her up and hits a front forward slam. Katie steps over and climbs up to the top rope. She glances back and then hits a praying moonsault. She hooks the leg.

Chris: “See! Has to take the cheap shot. Has to take the short cut. But it’s fine. Sienna’s ready for this. Kick out love!”

TJ: “She’s just getting upstaged by a real star!”

Sharper: “Cover!”

Sienna kicks out.

Sharper: “Nearfall as Sienna kicks out at two. That praying moonsault not enough!”

Katie then gets up and stomps her in the face and then again. Sienna rolls over. Katie grabs her and drags her up and runs her into the top turnbuckle. Sienna turns and Katie then chops her. The crowd woos. She then starts to choke Sienna with her boot.

Katie steps off. She then looks at Sienna and taunts her before whipping her across. Sienna hits hard and staggers out and Katie runs at her and clotheslines her down. She then exits to the apron. She climbs up to the top rope as Sienna slowly gets up and looks at Katie. Katie looks out and yells out as Sienna runs over and grabs her and hits a press slam off the top rope. Katie rolls over. She starts to get up and Sienna steps forward and hits a forearm and then a shoot kick to the thigh, before a spinning back fist, and then knee to the ribs before an axe kick to the back of the head. Sienna then walks around the ring.

Sharper: “The Angel’s Wrath coming out as Katie had no way to see what was coming next.”

Chris: “Just out class. Just like everyone else. Katie’s not special in that way. Everyone is beneath her.”

TJ: “Just because you are doesn’t mean you need to put all of us there.”

Chris: “Do you want a bloody lip!”

TJ remains quiet as Sienna turns and sees Katie stirring and Sienna hits a snap suplex. Sienna then exits to the apron and climbs up to the top rope. Sienna then looks around before diving off and hitting the Swann-ton Bomb! Sienna then backs up and goes for a lax pin.

Katie counters with a crucifix pin.

Sienna just barely kicks out. Both get up and Sienna goes for a clothesline, but Katie ducks and stops and nails her with the Most Beautiful Superkick Ever. Sienna hits the mat. The crowd roars and Katie goes for the pin.

Sienna gets her shoulder up.

Sharper: “Katie just nearly pinned Sienna Swann. Got all of that superkick.”

Chris: “Close doesn’t count Sharper. Just like James Evans’ little title reign. And whether its Blackbourne or Evans, who cares. She’ll fight through it. Just like tonight!”

Sienna staggers up and looks around and Katie then kicks her in the ribs. She double underhooks her. The crowd roars as Sienna then manages to counter with a back drop. Katie hits the mat and slowly rolls over. Sienna shakes things off and lunges and hits the Kiss of an Angel. Katie just drops. The crowd boos. Sienna drops down and hooks the leg.

The crowd boos as Sienna rolls off. She then starts to get up. The boos only grow.

Phillips: “Here is your winner, via pinfall, Sienna Swann!”

Chris: “Just as everyone should’ve guessed!”

TJ stands up and looks on.

Chris: “Go check your Queen, TJ. She’s just no longer the most important one in SCW!”

TJ gets up and walks over to the ring. Sienna walks around before Chris stands up too.

Sharper: “So now what? Sienna going to speak?”

Chris: “Naturally. It’s what everyone wants. How SCW should close every show.”

Chris then takes off his headset as he grabs the envelope and walks forward. Sienna exits the ring and drops down to the floor. She walks over as Chris and Sienna kiss, leading to more boos. Gigi, Maddy and TJ check on Katie as Sienna walks over and demands a microphone from Jason Phillips.

Sharper: “Sienna Swann calmly leaving the ring. Katie Steward being checked on. That knee devastating. No one doubts Sienna’s ability. She shows what she can do against one of the greats. And well….”

Sienna: “Don’t worry. I’ll make sure all of you get to hear me. Maybe tonight is the night I let the world know what I plan to do with this contract. That’s what you really are here to find out about? Not who will get the opportunity to waste next year? You want to know how I’m going to get back to holding MY World Championship and saving this sport!”

The crowd boos as Sienna looks around. Sienna then takes the envelope from Chris. She looks at it and undoes the flap. She then scoffs.

Sienna: “Not yet…oh no…why would I waste it here in Portland? No…I’m not even going to let it share some time with her. A former great, but someone who has been surpassed by me. No…you want to know when…keep watching. Keep waiting! Because I’m holding all of the cards.”

Sienna smirks before Chris takes the microphone.

Chris: “At least you make the wait look damn good.”

The crowd boos. Chris Cannon then kisses Sienna again. Xiomara Diaz then takes the microphone.

Xiomara: “Tune in next week. Maybe we’ll give you something worth watching.”

Xiomara drops the microphone as “Style” plays throughout the arena. The crowd boos as Chris and Sienna walk off together. Xiomara is a few steps behind.

Sharper: “This is all a game for Sienna. All for spotlight. For attention. For herself. And Sasha knows it. The world knows it and yet we have to wait. That’s all for tonight. We’ll see you next week on Breakdown!”

Sienna, Chris and Xiomara head to the back as the scene fades to black…