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Post by Tom Matheny on Jul 8, 2014 18:29:15 GMT -6
1. Kerry Windsor: (Previous Ranking: 6) - Kerry Windsor was already a house hold name. He was already regarded as one of the best wrestlers in the world today. Not too long ago he was hyped as one if the greatest free agent acquisitions in EXODUS history. Well, it's safe to say that he's earning both his paycheck and. The decorated veteran has gone through the gauntlet since signing on the dotted line - and he has emerged as the winner in all three of his matches thus far with no performance more impressive than the one against Sally Talfourd in Kobe. With a huge win over The Last Magician under his belt, Keery looks to grab another milestone as he'll take on Lexy Chapel for the International Championship in two weeks time.
2. Generation of Miracles: (Previous Ranking: N/A) - Do you believe in miracles? If you were a skeptic before you have every reason to be a firm believer in the paranormal now after what transpired on EXPRO on FX #19. Shocking everyone in Kobe, the team of Leander Apollo and Vanessa Cade defeated The Ninth Gate in an impromptu Main Event Title Match that nobody in the arena saw coming. The new champions have already put EXODUS on notice, and have ignited what was already a fiery tag team division - a division they'll be facing at Ascendancy in a Four Way Tag Title Match.
3. Christian Kane: (Previous Ranking: N/A) - The Handsome Drifter is back. The veteran and multi-time World Champion has shown flashes of the man that was regarded as one of the best pound for pound wrestlers pre- EXODUS. Since he's arrived we've been looking for that competitor - well on Monday night we found him. Two weeks removed from going toe to toe with the World Champion, Kane went mono-e-mono with The Big Bad Brooks in a hellacious, physical contest. In a match that stole the show according to most, Kane was able to seal the win and cement his place in EXODUS with the SSK, the same move he used on Brett Sands after their contract signing, and the same move he'll hope to use to end their feud when the two bitter rivals take their blood rivalry to Korokuen Hall.
4. WEAPON: (Previous Ranking: 4) - The EXPRO Fail-safe program continues to rack up the wins, and continues to be a thorn in the side of Gods & Monsters. He started off the night with a heated altercation with Sally Talfourd that ended with both parties throwing everything on the table and agreeing to a match at Ascendancy. After that, he joined Lexy Chapel in a winning effort over Savannah Taylor and Brett Sands in a good match that will serve as the tuneup to a highly anticipated encounter with the former Turk in two weeks.
5. Lexy Chapel: (Previous Ranking: 9) - Many wondered how Lexy Chapel would respond after suffering her first defeat in her young career. She came back better than ever, and joined WEAPON to answer the bell against two of the company's most hated figures. Getting back to her winning ways should do wonders for the young star's confidence - because she'll need that and more if she hopes to retain her International Championship in her V2 defense against a white hot and undefeated Kerry Windsor.
6. Zack Lifer: (Previous Ranking: N/A) - The New Iron Saint had been stumbling this cycle, and some had wondered if he was still the man who appeared to be on the cusp of eventually challenging for the World Title (well after his detention). Zack got back on track this past show with a win over Joey Edwards and Jessica Lasiewicz. Hopefully he's recaptured his focus, because if not he'll be easy pickings for Justin Brooks who is out to put him down at the request of Cleon Gray.
7. Chuck Matthews: (Previous Ranking: 8) - Chuck Matthews is a consummate professional and a business man's business man. Business has been good recently, as he notched another win in his EXODUS career after finishing off the masked Demento. The man known as "The Smartest Man in Professional Wrestling" is a very intriguing piece of this puzzle here in EXPRO, and nobody knows for sure why he'll be doing in the future. However, we do know that he's got a date with The Ultimate Entertainer in two weeks in a match that could no doubt put the winner in contention for any of the top singles championships moving forward.
8. Sally Talfourd: (Previous Ranking: 1) - Monday night was not the best night for Sally Talfourd or Gods & Monsters. After allowing WEAPON to get under her skin and bait her into a match between the two at Ascendancy, Kerry Windsor was able to get one over on her later in the show. The Last Magician is no doubt seething over what transpired in Kobe, and you can bet she'll be looking to take her frustrations out on the masked man and EXODUS fail-safe program that has been causing her grief since his emergence at Absent Are the Saints.
9. TROUBLE : (Previous Ranking: N/A) - Steve and Wulf reminded EXODUS that they're still a force to be reckoned with in the Tag Division. In a first time encounter and dream match, the former champions overcame The Short Change Heroes in a fantastic contest. The Barroom Hero and The Suntan Superman will be taking that win and plenty of momentum into Korokuen Hall to take on SCH again, along with the Dragons Unleashed and the Generation of Miracles in an Elimination Match for the Tag Team Championships.
10. Jessica Lasiewicz: (Previous Ranking: N/A) - Nicknamed "Baby Lasiewicz" by some, Jessica has come to EXODUS to make a name for herself in the best company in the world. She's impressed many in little time, earning herself a San Diego Bay Championship match against Savannah Taylor - who many is on her last legs as champion. Jessica has a golden opportunity to immediately cement her place in EXODUS as one of the young and premiere superstars in two weeks if she can do what nobody has been able to as of yet - beat The Las Vegas Siren when it counts.
Just Missed: - Christum Furor - Justin Brooks - Short Change Heroes
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Post by Tom Matheny on Jul 7, 2014 23:18:32 GMT -6
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Jun 24, 2014 23:41:16 GMT -6
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Post by Tom Matheny on Jun 24, 2014 23:41:16 GMT -6
UPDATE: COUNTRYMEN LEND ME YOUR EARS!
Due to your input, and popular demand, my royal cabinet and I have deliberated tirelessly. As a result, we have decided that these post show interview segments will begin after Ascendancy.
- THIS HAS BEEN A MESSAGE FROM YOUR OVERLORD,
- TOM MATHENY
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Post by Tom Matheny on Jun 24, 2014 23:33:44 GMT -6
1. Sally Talfourd: (Previous Ranking: 8) - The Last Magician storms into the top spot on this edition of the EXPRO Rankings and for good reason. She answered all doubts about whether she was still on form as a singles competitor, by doing something no one in the company had yet to accomplish until EXPRO on FX #18 - beating Lexy Chapel. Sal-Tal and the International Champion competed in a classic that well went over 20 minutes, but in the end Talfourd was able to steal the win (literally), shocking everyone in Fukuoka, and the entire EXODUS community. With that big victory under her belt, she'll meet another huge challenge in Kerry Windsor in two weeks.
2. Christum Furor (Previous Ranking: 2) - The World Champion has seen better days. He may not remember those days though, thanks in part to what happened to him in Fukuoka. He started the night in his usual fashion - intimidating non-wrestling personalities with his latest victim being Maggie Rourke. Then he got all he could handle in an extremely competitive contest against Christian Kane that nearly went the distance - that was until Zack Lifer came out and knocked him around for the disqualification. That was just the beginning of a bad night for the champion. He'd learn that he'd be teaming with his hated rival, Fiona Collins in the Main Event of our Go Home Show in two weeks.
3. Fiona Collins (Previous Ranking: 4) - The number one contender to the EXODUS World Championship was her heroic, inspiring self this past Monday. In a moment of weakness, she reminded Jonathan Collins his importance to the Sekigun . She'd then go on to get another demon off her back later in the show. Due to their history in another company during her early career, Fiona Collins had wanted a piece of Justin Brooks for a long time, and his attack on her in the Cibernetico only added more fuel to the fire. She'd go on to put that fire out with a good win against The Big Bad Brooks in a close contest that many believe could've gone to either competitor. Though due to her participation in the post show brawl between HATE and TROUBLE, Fiona will be teaming with the man she hates more than anyone, Christum Furor to take on The Ninth Gate for the Tag Team Titles as she vyes for the EXODUS Grand Slam.
4. WEAPON (Previous Ranking: 1) - The EXODUS Failsafe Program has been a wrecking ball of destruction for the enemies of the Sekigun since his emergence at Absent Are the Saints. After picking up the victory in the Trios Main Event over Gods & Monsters the show before, he took down another reprehensible character in Kameron Chase. In a back and forth match, WEAPON was able to vanquish the Tag Team Champion, proving yet again that he may be EXODUS' best hope for ridding the company of the villains that are currently wreaking havoc.
5. Steve Lenton (Previous Ranking: 6) - Many people consider The Big L to be the heart and soul of EXODUS Pro, and those who do had another legitimate reason to think so after what he accomplished on Monday. The Suntan Superman knocked off his biggest personal hurdle to date -- he defeated Daisuke Iwakuma in the middle of the ring. The Perfect Evil tried to use the numbers game once again to screw Steve out of a victory, but with Wulf Erikssen watching his back, the former Tag Team Champ put down Iwakuma, then fought off HATE to close the show. Kudos to you, Big L.
6. Kerry Windsor (Previous Ranking: 7) - For those of you who don't know, Kerry Windsor is the real deal. The self made superstar is proving to be one of EXODUS Pro's best Free Agent acquisitions in company history. Two weeks ago he outsmarted the "Smartest Man In Professional Wrestling", Chuck Matthews in a great match. This past Monday he shined brighter than "The Ultimate Entertainer", Kliff Ulysses in another fantastic match. Windsor is quickly racking up the wins and is letting the EXODUS Nation know that he is going to be a power player in the company. However, in two weeks he'll be meeting another top star in Sally Talfourd in what is already becoming a highly anticipated contest that may steal the show.
7. Savannah Taylor (Previous Ranking: N/A) - The Las Vegas Siren had a lot of skeptics doubting her going into Monday's title match against Angela Jameson. Many people think she did not earn the San Diego Bay Championship, and even more were already planning for a title change in Fukuoka. Well, Savannah proved them all wrong, as she successfully retained against the willy veteran, picking up a huge win for herself, and impressing EXODUS Headmaster Cleon Gray in the process.
8. Chuck Matthews (Previous Ranking: N/A) - "The Smartest Man in Professional Wrestling" did what he does best Monday, leave us guessing as to what's going on in his head. Chuck seems to be starting an alliance with The New Iron Saint, Zack Lifer - the very man he picked up a victory over to get himself back to his winning ways. After defeating the only man he respected in EXODUS, we will be watching closely as to what Mr. Matthews may or may not have up his sleeve as we continue our tour of Japan.
9. Lexy Chapel (Previous Ranking: 3) - The International Champion may now have a legitimate horse in this war between the EXODUS Sekigun and Gods & Monsters. Between threats on the well being of her husband Nate Chapel, and people calling her out on her relationship with The Collins family, Lexy Chapel would suffer her first professional defeat at the hands of Sally Talfourd by extremely controversial means. There's no doubt in anyone's mind that Lexy will come back stronger from this setback, however, many are wondering whether she'll be seeking revenge against The Last Magician. All we know for sure is that she'll be teaming once again with WEAPON to take on Savannah Taylor and Brett Sands on July 7th when EXODUS comes to the Kobe Sambo Hall, in Kobe, Japan.
10. The Ninth Gate (Previous Ranking: N/A) - Daisuke Iwakuma and Kameron Chase will be trying to forget EXODUS on FX #18 - they don't have one good memory to hang their hats on. With Chase taking the loss against WEAPON earlier in the show, and "The Perfect Evil" losing to Steve Lenton in the Main Event, the EXODUS Tag Team Champions found out that as punishment for their "bad behavior" in the post-match brawl, they'll be defending their titles in their V1 defense of their second tag reign against the World Champion Christum Furor, and "The Stardust Seraph" Fiona Collins.
Just Missed: - The Short Change Heroes - Kliff Ulysses - Christian Kane
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Post by Tom Matheny on Jun 24, 2014 1:01:54 GMT -6
Ya'll don't know what we went through behind the scenes to get this show up. REAL TALK!
NEVERTHELESS, SOME APPRECIATION WOULD BE WELL... APPRECIATED.
Feel free to drop some Feedback, and by feel free I mean do it.
DO IT! THAT'S AN ORDER. THIS THREAD BETTER BE LOADED WITH THE GOOD STUFF OR I'LL HAVE KANE PLOW YOU ALL.
- Your overlord,
Tom Matheny.
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Jun 22, 2014 3:21:38 GMT -6
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Post by Tom Matheny on Jun 22, 2014 3:21:38 GMT -6
It's come to my attention that twitter really is our only legitimate plane for furthering storylines. I find even with that, we lose some of the luster of some hot storylines that make most of our results as great as they are due to the bi-weekly schedule. (Which makes sense. The board aside from an OOC post here and there is a ghost town on off weeks)
With that in mind I've been thinking. (A shocker, I know right?) How can we keep things around here constantly on the upswing? And then it hit me. (Not literally of course. That would hurt.)
We should do IC post-match interviews/exclusives maybe directly following shows, or during the off week to help transition to the next show and help keep the fire to these storylines burning - as well as spotlight people who may not be embroiled in one, such as characters who don't necessarily have a horse in the Sekigun/G&M race. (And no not everyone on the roster because that'd be ridiculous and I don't like you all that much. Just one or two people per week who would have scheduled in advance or something like that.)
It wouldn't be anything extravagant either, just something short as I wouldn't want to take away from anyone's promo material. Maybe 1-2k at the most or whatever the interviewee would be interested in disclosin.
It's just an idea I had and something I could do when I have the time (though the summer just started, new job on the horizon so I might be turning up more... but ignore this.)
Thoughts? Also Jon and I discussed me bringing the 20 Questions thing back. That's something I'll probably start up too someday. (Or will I?)
SIGNED YOUR OVERLORD,
- Tom Matheny
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Post by Tom Matheny on Jun 11, 2014 1:10:24 GMT -6
WRESTLER OF THE HALF YEAR 1st: Christum Furor 2nd (tie): Andreas Lasiewicz/Lexy Chapel
Second place in this ballot went to Andreas Lasiewicz and Lexy Chapel respectively, two superstars who amassed a number of milestones throughout the half year and competed in numerous high profile matches and had plenty stellar performances. However, by almost a unanimous decision by the voters, Christum Furor has been crowned the "Best Wrestler of the Half Year". Though his abilities may have been good enough to achieve this honor, he'll have to be much better if hopes to make the sweep and win the award for Wrestler of the Year down the road.
MATCH OF THE HALF YEAR 1st (tie): The Crucible/Andreas Lasiewicz vs Chandler Scott 2nd (tie): TROUBLE vs The Ninth Gate/The Brightest Day Cibernetico 3rd (tie): Jerry Matthews vs Jonathan Collins/Andreas Lasiewicz vs Fiona Collins
Every match on the ballot deserved to be there as they perfectly embodied everything EXODUS is about; fierce competition, non-stop action, and incredible drama. However, no match quite personified those things as our winners, The Crucible and the Honor Cup Quarterfinal Match between Andreas and Chandler. Those were two classics, and two matches full of memorable moments that will be on DVDs and highlight reels for years to come.
STORY OF HALF YEAR 1st: The Dawn of the New Age 2nd: The Ascension of Lexy Chapel 3rd: Zack Lifer's Detention
There were many compelling stories throughout the half year, but according to the voters, none grabbed their attention and put them on the edge of their seats quite like "The Dawn of the New Age". The rise of Christum Furor and G&M has indeed swept EXPRO by storm, and it's no doubt that fans will be interested in where this narrative heads as the year progresses.
MOST HATED OF THE HALF YEAR 1st: Christum Furor 2nd: Brett Sands
This award was over from the start. As soon as the polls opened, fans made it clear that their disdain for Christum Furor far outweighed any dislike they had for anybody else in the company. Granted, Brett Sands did get honorable mention, but this one appeared never to be in doubt.
MOST POPULAR OF THE HALF YEAR 1st: Lexy Chapel 2nd: TROUBLE 3rd (tie): Zack Lifer/Johnny Cannon
Third place in this award went to Mr. EXODUS, and the reformed New Iron Saint, two men who used to be despised long ago but have proven to be stalwarts in the company and heroes to the fans. Second place goes to last year's winner Steve Lenton, and his equally as charismatic partner, Wulf Erikssen. They're two guys that constantly lift our spirits and remind us that we can achieve anything we put our heart into it. Speaking of heart, our winner appears to have stolen everyone's. Receiving majority of the votes, Alexandra Chapel is your consensus "Most Popular Wrestler of the Half Year". Whether on her web-series "The Chapel Show" or in the ring, Lexy constantly inspires fans with her enthusiasm and refusal to quit. She has indeed grown up right before our eyes.
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Post by Tom Matheny on Jun 10, 2014 16:30:44 GMT -6
1. WEAPON: (Previous Ranking: N/A) - The Seikigun will not go quietly into the night, not if WEAPON has a say about it. The Fail Safe Program of EXODUS proved necessary and successful on EXPRO on FX #17, leading the team of Lexy Chapel and Fiona Collins into a showdown with Gods & Monsters of gigantic proportions. In a battle that will no doubt have serious ramifications going forward, it was WEAPON slapping on the ECHO -16 to defeat Savannah Taylor and earn the pivotal first blow for the EXODUS Seikigun as this war between EXODUS and G&M rages on.
2. Christum Furor (Previous Ranking: 1) - Christum Furor cannot be happy. He started the show grandstanding (as usual) only to be interrupted by Daisuke Iwakuma and put on notice by number contender, Fiona Collins. As the leader of the New Age and the EXODUS World Champion, the madman had a golden opportunity to immediately silence the Seikigun as we build up to Ascendency. Though he didn't take the fall, he was unable to will Gods & Monsters to the victory, giving his enemies a little more confidence and strengthening their hope as the war with the Seikigun rages on. As we head to EXPRO on FX #18, one must wonder where his head will be as he prepares for a non-title contest with The Canadian Sensation, Christian Kane.
3. Lexy Chapel (Previous Ranking: 4) -If EXODUS is in the dark days with G&M holding two of the top singles titles, Lexy Chapel has to be the brightest spot. The International Champion came into Japan following a successful international Title defense over Jon Collins, and used that momentum to not only hold her own in the Trios Main Event, but helped her team gain the victory. Prior to the match, she told Christum Furor that she was not scared of him, or the New Age and that she would not lose herself to the darkness - now she'll have to prove it again as a collision with The Last Magician awaits her in two weeks as EXPRO continues its tour of Japan.
4. Fiona Collins (Previous Ranking: 3) - Fiona Collins left her footprints all over the KBS Hall. She kicked off the show reminding both Daisuke Iwakuma and Christum Furor that supremacy in EXODUS must come at her feet; then she used those same feet to stomp all over Gods & Monsters as she teamed with WEAPON and Lexy Chapel to turn back the group terrorizing EXODUS. However, Collins was unable to get her hands on Sally Talfourd, something she desperately wanted to do - though she settled for Christum Furor, a man she will meet later on this cycle in the third match in their storied EXPRO rivalry.
5. Kliff Ulysses (Previous Ranking: N/A) - It's like he never left! "The Ultimate Entertainer" made his return to EXODUS immediately captivating the KBS Hall with his charisma and showmanship. He then put on a show in what majority are calling The Match of the Night as he competed and defeated Brett Sands in a hard-hitting, back and forth match. Having returned to EXODUS with a bang, and back to his winning ways, Ulysses looks to return back to form as he focuses on his next challenge - Kerry Windsor.
6. Steve Lenton (Previous Ranking: N/A) - 'The Big L' is angry. That's not even what's scary about him. Not only is The Suntan Superman pissed off, but he's highly motivated to knock off The Ninth Gate and recapture the EXPRO Tag Team Titles. Lenton made it known that he wants a piece of Daisuke Iwakuma (or several), and sent a message to The Perfect Evil as he was able to get an impressive win over Zack Lifer and former World Champion Johnny Cannon. Well, 'The Big L' will get his wish as he will take on a man that has had his number, Daisuke Iwakuma in the Main Event of EXPRO on FX #18.
7. Kerry Windsor (Previous Ranking: 4) - Signed on the dotted lines. One of the biggest fish and free agents in the game finally committed to EXODUS after an incredible, near match winning performance in The Crucible back at Absent Are the Saints. How did he celebrate his contact signing? Well, he went toe to toe with Chuck Matthews in a very good match. Picking up the win, the vet immediately put EXODUS on notice, and you've got to believe his performance garnered Kliff Ulysses' attention too - the two are primed to tear down Hakata Star Lanes on the 23rd as EXODUS' tour of Japan heads to Fukuoka.
8. Sally Talfourd (Previous Ranking: N/A) - The Last Magician was everything Christum Furor said she was - angry, and vengeful, with a hate pointed in the direction of the Collins Family and the EXODUS Seikigun. Though she wasn't able to help G&M get the win in the Main Event, she more than proved that she hasn't lost a step. In fact, she's picked up a few more, and she'll need them as she steps into the ring with the EXODUS International Champion, Lexy Chapel. Sally Talfourd is one of the best wrestlers in the world, and she'll look to remind EXODUS of that as she'll try to do what no one has done thus far - end Lexy's undefeated streak!
9. Christian Kane (Previous Ranking: N/A) - The Canadian Sensation has not only returned to EXODUS, but he's both turned a new leaf and dedicated his newest stint in the company to prove to the world that he still has 'it'. Well, you're on the right track Christian! Kane went toe to toe with Kameron Chase in a great back and forth contest that saw him end the match with his patented SSK. That's the same thing he hopes to do to Brett Sands who assaulted him later in the show. While a showdown with Sands appears to be in the near future, one with an angered and focused Christum Furor is in the immediate present, as the two men with no animosity toward one another will tackle in two weeks in a non-title affair.
10. Abby Park (Previous Ranking: 9) - The Tomboy Brawler was all over the show as EXODUS took the KBS Hall. The EXODUS Pioneer first picked up a clean victory over Samantha Raine in the hot opener, then picked up the shattered pieces of Johnny Cannon's confidence to rebuild him, and announce the return of The Short Change Heroes. The former EXODUS Tag Team Champions are hyped and primed to make a run at the titles they feel that they never lost, adding more heat to the fire in the Tag Division as they prepare for a tune up against EXPRO newbies David Cross and Joey Matthews.
Just Missed: - Justin Brooks - Savannah Taylor - Brett Sands - Kameron Chase
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Post by Tom Matheny on May 27, 2014 20:39:30 GMT -6
"You can hate me now... but I won't stop now... cause I can't stop now... you can hate me NOWWWW!"
Christum Furor: - He is one of, if not the most infamous figure in EXODUS Wrestling. The list of atrocities committed by the devious, and diabolic Detroiter is numerous. We can't count the number of superstars he's concussed with a chair, or how many he's assaulted and bloodied with his bare hands. His desire to systematically break the psyche of Zack Lifer has been well documented. His aspiration to bring Jonathan Collins physical and emotion pain has been clear from day one. He's been accused of brainwashing superstars like Jerry Matthews and Savannah Taylor, trying to turn best-friends in Sylar Drake and Blake Jones against one another and has even persuaded Sally Talfourd into joining Gods & Monsters - just another one of his accomplishments to go along with very much costing Andreas Lasiewicz the World Title and possibly ending his storied career. If that's not enough for him to receive your scorn, just listen to him the next time he opens his mouth.
Brett Sands: - Dammit, dammit it all to hell! Listen, when we're talking about the most hated figures in EXODUS, it's impossible to not bring up Brett Sands. Most remember him for trying to take out Jaime Alejandro, but that shouldn't overshadow the fact that he's universally considered to be a pompous, and obnoxious tool. He has a face that you just want to put a fist in. Just ask Christian Kane - the man who's been hell bent on destroying his life. We have to believe that CK suspended him indefinitely for a reason, because if anything, it's because Sands is an overall terrible human being. Athletically gifted, and very talented but terrible nonetheless.
The Ninth Gate (Daisuke Iwakuma and Kameron Chase): - "The Perfect Evil" and "The Natural Disaster" are easy to dislike. Actually, they give you no reason to be endearing to them, and how could you? In their time in EXODUS they've been hell bent on chaos and destruction - and even in their long absence they've somehow found a way to leave their ominous mark on the company. And in their return, what was the first thing they did? Oh yeah, assault the Tag Team Champions and quite possibly end Nate Soto's young, promising career - then exploiting distractions from Audrey Lloris and Norihiro Akashi to cheat TROUBLE out of the Tag Team Championships. If you need more reasons to despise them, I suggest following Daisuke on twitter. He's as much of a cancer to society online as he is in person.
Chuck Matthews: - He's "The Smartest Man in Professional Wrestling." That also means he has an incredibly high opinion of himself a.k.a, an extremely big ego. Matthews' methods for going about his business are controversial, and sometimes upright devious. While we can never truly predict what Chuck is thinking, or what he's going to do next, we can always assume that it's going to raise a few eyebrows, and piss a lot of folks off.
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Post by Tom Matheny on May 27, 2014 20:18:43 GMT -6
Who Do You Love Most?
Fiona Collins - She's beautiful. She's smart. She's one of the best wrestlers in the world. Her name is Fiona Collins, and she's The Stardust Seraph, possessing a resume as impressive as her finishing maneuver, The Shinigami is deadly. The native of Portlandia and EXODUS Original has been in the company since the very first show, and has done her best to fight in the name of the company, for her friends, and for the honor of the fans. She's dedicated herself to her people, and is without a doubt the heart and soul of EXODUS Wrestling.
Lexy Chapel: - How can you not love Lexy Chapel? I mean come on, she's a social media starlet. If you've tuned into the Chapel Show every two weeks you've been treated to a hilarious and entertaining show. Indeed, Alexandra Chapel has welcomed the world into her life, sharing her hopes and dreams, her fears and faults with everyone and for that she's been rewarded with a cult following of fans that is growing in droves with every historic feat she accomplishes, and every victory she gets under her belt. She's EXPRO's sweetheart, EXPRO's International Champion, and the undefeated second generation star from North, London is quickly becoming one of the best and most beloved wrestlers in professional wrestling.
Zack Lifer: - The New Iron Saint got that nickname from Jaime Alejandro. However, he has earned it through his actions. It's no secret, Zack Lifer has been extremely controversial. He's made his mistakes. Hell, he's a former member of Gods & Monsters. But more importantly, he's a man trying to correct his mistakes. He's a changed man, a man who fights for the people, and fights for good. He's a hero in the truest sense - sacrificing his own health and well being on numerous occasions to protect EXODUS and it's people from the likes of Christum Furor and G&M. He'll speak out against what he thinks is wrong. He'll challenge authority when he feels like it's being abused. But most of all, he'll always do the right thing, and that's why he's becoming a beloved face in the EXPRO community.
TROUBLE (Steve Lenton & Wulf Erikssen) Who them boys? They them boys! They're The Big L' Steve Lenton, and Wulf Erikssen, and together they make up TROUBLE, two of the biggest stars in the company. They're fun, incredibly charismatic, highly motivational, and extremely lovable figures outside the ring. Inside? Well they're two guys who take the fight to any and all comers, and like Steve Lenton will tell you, have plenty of boots to stick up the asses of every single person trying to destroy EXODUS and harm the people they love.
Johnny Cannon: - There's a reason they call him "Mr. EXODUS". He's charismatic. He's charming. He's got a incredible sense for fashion. He lives a life most dream of. Whether it's live-tweeting his New Year's festivities, or giving heartfelt, passionate speeches, no one can deny the man's heart. His fighting spirit is one of the reasons he's become one of the fan's favorite superstars. He lives to entertain, and to put on the best wrestling performance every time he steps foot in an EXODUS ring. That's why he's "Mr. EXODUS." The question is, does that make him your favorite wrestler?
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Post by Tom Matheny on May 27, 2014 19:58:09 GMT -6
So what story touched your heart strings, or grabbed your attention the most?
The Dawn of the New Age: - The manifesto of Gods & Monsters has changed many times during the half year. However, one thing has remained constant; Christum Furor and his desire to rebuild professional wrestling in the image he desires. His ambition has fueled everything he's done, and that ambition has helped him recruit the likes of Jerry Matthews, Savannah Taylor, and most recently and most shocking of all - Sally Talfourd. Though his road has been rocky, yet intersting all the same as we've watched the Seikigun and G&M declare war against one another. There's been battles, and casualties on both sides, but the end has justified the means according to Christum Furor. He swore that he only saw one possible future - one where he was a two time EXODUS World Champion, and where Gods & Monsters were controlling the company, shaping it in the way they see fit. That dream has come to fruition. The Dawn of the New Age is finally upon us.
The Ascension of Lexy Chapel: - Lexy Chapel's rise to fame has come out of thin air almost. Nobody expected much from the second generation star, but Alexandra has remained hopeful in it all. She used the injury to her husband and partner, Nathan Chapel to springboard herself right to the top of EXODUS, starting with an impressive string of victories that was punctuated by her win over Jerry Matthews at The Downfall of Us All to become the EXODUS International Champion. She is undefeated. She is arguably the fastest rising superstar in EXODUS history. She's worked hard since day one, and has been one of the best feel good stories in recent memory.
Fiona's Chase For The World Title: - Fiona Collins has been interested in one thing; recapturing the World Championship that she defended on five separate occasions and held the longest. But it hasn't been an easy road for The Stardust Seraph. In fact, it's been a difficult and heartbreaking one. It's one thing to fail to reach your goal, it's another thing to come so close time and time again. That was the narrative with Fiona. Many questioned whether she had what it took to get back to the top the mountain. And that scrutiny was legitimized in her runner-up finishes in both The Honor Cup and The Brightest Day Cibernetico. But Fiona never gave in to the whispers of her doubters. She never stopped believing that she had what it took to reach the level that's helped her capture numerous titles, and milestones. That hope and self-belief came full circle, as she finally got the monkey off her back by winning The Crucible at Absent Are the Saints. The Stardust Seraph is back, with another World Title bout in her future, beginning another journey that she hopes will end with her becoming a two time Champion.
TROUBLE Has Arrived! - Steve Lenton and Wulf Erikksen are one of the best Tag Teams in the world. It took them three tries but they finally captured the EXODUS Tag Team Championships. However, they didn't stop there. Between Lenton's meteoric rise to the World Title Picture during The Battle Without Honor or Humanity Cycle, both men as a tandem proved time and time again that they were a forced to be reckoned with. Many will remember them for their incredible defense against DESTROY ALL HUMANS at The Downfall of Us All. Everyone will remember how great they've been as a unit, and how great it's been to watch them cement their legacy.
Zack Lifer's Detention: - Zack Lifer is one of the most controversial figures in EXODUS Pro Wrestling. Everyone has an opinion of the man, for better or for worse. Following his defection with Gods & Monsters, Zack Lifer found himself alone, trying to find his way and navigate the field in EXPRO. He hasn't been a man with many answers for life, but everything he's done has been in an effort to do the right thing. That's what's mattered to him - doing what's right, regardless if it's at the expense of his own physical well being, or his own career, evident in the Year Long Detention and Title Ban he's been sentenced to for speaking out on some of the questionable decisions Cleon Gray has made. His rebellion against the authority, and his willingness to stand for what he believes in has begun to make him an endearing figure in the eyes of the fans. Whether it's standing up to Cleon, to Gods & Monsters, or standing up for people like Jimmy Riley in times of peril, Zack Lifer is a man determined to do what he thinks is best. The New Iron Saint's change in heart and beliefs has been compelling, and will continue to be as he fights for change, and to defeat Christum Furor and Gods & Monsters.
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Post by Tom Matheny on May 27, 2014 19:24:41 GMT -6
What match left you breathless, and was the most memorable to you?
The Brightest Day Cibernetico (The Downfall of Us All)
- This was one of the most star studded matches in recent memory but also one of the most controversial ones in company history. Cleon Gray named Kira T. Zeppeli captain, receiving scrutiny and backlash from the EXODUS community. The Scalpel of the New Age would lead a team against Fiona Collins in a contest that contained a former World Champion in The Stardust Seraph, two former Intentional Champions in Zack Lifer and Johnny Cannon, two former San Diego Bay Champions in Blake Jones and Sylar Drake, along with veterans in Seymour Almasy, Jaime Alejandro, Angela Jameson and a former Tag Team Champion in Abby Park. The highly competitive contest was filled with a boatload of memorable spots and surprises - none more surprising than when Kira would go on to outlast Fiona to win the match. The sight of him standing on top of the world at that point is a moment that will be remembered for ages.
TROUBLE vs The Ninth Gate (Absent Are the Saints) - This arguably stole the show. This was a near thirty minute test of wills between two teams who had absolutely nothing but disdain for one another. There was chaos. There was The Big L' taking a snack break. There was a Electric Chair, German-Superplex? Yeah. There's plenty to remember from this incredible bout that tore the roof off the Hamemrstein Ballroom. The match would end with Daisuke securing a pinfall on Wulf Erikssen to make The Ninth Gate two time Tag Team Champions.
The Crucible (Absent Are the Saints): - This was one of the greatest matches in EXODUS history. A sixty minute torment that pitted twenty of the world's best wrestlers against one another for a chance to become number one contender to the EXODUS World Title. There were surprises at every turn, with Chuck Matthews choosing to enter at number two, and almost going on to win the whole thing. There were returns from beloved figures like Christian Kane. And mystery entries like Vanessa Cade that nobody saw coming. The action was so fast paced that it was hard to keep up with at times, giving the crowd in The Hammerstein Ballroom everything they wanted and more. And the finish, boy did it live up to the hype. The grueling contest ended with Fiona Collins outlasting veteran Kerry Windsor, and the sight of Fiona standing alone in the ring, having overcome the monkey on her back is definitely one of the best feel good moments of the year.
Andreas Lasiewicz vs Chandler Scott: (The Honor Cup - EXPRO on FX #8 - This was one of the best matches of the year, not just in EXODUS, but in professional wrestling period. We saw two of the top superstars in the business go toe to toe, as The Two Godfathers collided in a contest that had everything. The Main Event match put the RIMAC Arena on it's head, going well over thirty minutes as Andreas and Chandler fought tooth and nails in a back and fourth, highly competitive affair that broke social media. Some will remember the match as the night Chandler Scott showed The Morning Star he could run with him. Other wills remember it as the night that started Andreas' campaign to eventually become EXODUS World Champion. Everyone will remember it as one of the best one on one contests in recent history.
Andreas Lasiewicz vs Zack Lifer: (Battle Without Honor or Humanity) - This was one of the most highly anticipated matches in company history. There was no secret in both men's animosity toward the other. That hatred made their collision all that more compelling. And it was that and more. Two of EXODUS' best fought in an Honor Cup Semi-Final contest, with the International Championship also hanging in the balance. Lifer and Lasiewicz tested each other's limits, pushed each other to the brink, and had Korakuen Halll on it's feet for the entirety of the hard-hitting, high octane contest. Andreas would go onto win the match, the first of two on that historic night.
Jerry Matthews vs Jonathan Collins: (Battle Without Honor or Humanity - There may not have been a more personal rivalry than the one these two had. From injuring Fiona Collins, to trying to baptize Jonathan's daughter Madison, The Reverend was hell bent on causing the EXPRO Director severe emotional pain. That made for an incredible fight - because that's what they had. A slobber-knocker. A drag em out brawl that saw numerous weapons introduced as both competitors aspired not just to win the match, but to make sure the other man didn't walk out in one piece. In the end, a bloodied and broken Jonathan Collins would emerge as the victor, standing tall over his hated nemesis and the man that had harmed his family for months leading up to their extremely violent showdown.
Andreas Lasiewicz vs Fiona Collins: (Honor Cup Finals - Battle Without Honor or Humanity) - This was the ultimate endurance test. Andreas had overcome Zack Lifer in a long, hard fought victory, while Fiona Collins had outlasted Jimmy Riley, Savannah Taylor, and Kira T. Zeppeli. They were both tired, and beaten, but still hungry - very much hungry to win the Tournament, the Honor Cup Trophy, and an opportunity to challenge for the EXODUS World Championship. This match had everything in the first time showdown between the two good friends, and the superstars who had been regarded by many as the best in the company. And they proved how much they deserved that praise, competing against each other in a physical, heart-stopping contest that had plenty of nearfalls and too many jaw dropping moments to count. In the end, The Morning Star would be king of the mountain, defeating Fiona Collins to win the Honor Cup in a Main Event that was one for the ages.
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Post by Tom Matheny on May 27, 2014 18:46:14 GMT -6
So who is the best wrestler in the company?
Christum Furor:
- Two time EXODUS World Champion. King of the New Age. Leader of Gods & Monsters. Few superstars can match the resume that Christum Furor possess. None can stand with him in history, as he transcends it as the only superstar to capture the World Title on two separate occasions. Throw in a number of victories against some of the best EXODUS has to offer, numerous Main Event matches, and the fact that he now has recruited Sally Talfourd into a stable that already holds the San Diego Bay Championship - damn it's hard to argue against Furor's legitimacy. Like him or not, the year has been very kind to the madman. The question is, will it continue to be?
Fiona Collins:
- The question everyone wanted to know - how was Fiona going to follow up on her historic 2013, a year which saw her capture the International Championship, and become the longest reigning World Champion in company history. Well, she followed up on that impressive campaign by becoming the first superstar to complete the EXODUS Triple Crown. Along with that impressive distinction, she holds a win in The Crucible, and top two finishes in both the Honor Cup, and The Brightest Day Cibernetico, with the HEC Women's Title just to add to her rapidly growing legacy. Let's not forget most important of all, she tied the knot, wedding EXPRO Director Jonathan Collins. Indeed, the Stardust Seraph has started the year off in incredible, historic fashion. Will that be enough to get your vote?
Andreas Lasiewicz:
- The Morning Star is one of the best competitors of all time. His resume speaks for itself, but just in case you weren't listening, in 2014 he started off the year winning the International Championship AND the Honor Cup Trophy in the same night! Let that sink in for a moment... did it hit you yet? Of course, Lasiewicz wasn't done adding to his legacy and legend just yet. No. He would go on to complete the Triple Crown, winning the World Championship that he had coveted for so long. Andreas Lasiewicz is controversial and sometimes a loose cannon - but the veteran is also a man who stood in a class of his own this year.
Lexy Chapel:
- Lexy Chapel has become one the most beloved figures in EXODUS. Just as important, she's become one of the best superstars in the company. That's right, I said superstar, because she's been just that. The young starlet came onto the scene out of nowhere upon being thrust into the singles division with an unexpected injury to Nathan Chapel. That didn't stop her from firing on all cylinders though. After capturing the EXODUS International Championship, Lexy has added to her legend with an undefeated streak that has seen her defeat a plethora of top names - none bigger than EXODUS Director Jonathan Collins. Her meteoric rise has been one to remember, and we'll be watching closely as Alexandra continues to carve out her legacy.
Johnny Cannon:
The man, the myth, the legend. Mr. EXODUS started off the half year on the injured reserve, but boy did he finish it with a bang. He returned to pick up wins against legends such as Seymour Almasy, and picked up a third place finish in The Brightest Day Cibernetico. However, no moment was bigger for Cannon than when he finally realized his dream. Indeed, becoming one of a handful of superstars to do so, Johnny completed the EXODUS Triple Crown when he finally captured the EXODUS World Title. That night is a moment that will be remembered in the minds of fans forever. After finishing second in voting last year, will this be the year that Mr. EXODUS is finally recognized as the best in the world?
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Post by Tom Matheny on May 27, 2014 17:55:30 GMT -6
1. Christum Furor - Just when you thought it was safe and that the nightmare and war was over! With the return of the rankings, the leader of Gods & Monsters sweeps onto the scene to gain the number one spot. Going into Absent Are the Saints, Christum Furor promised that he would recapture the EXODUS World Championship, and that there would be a surprise waiting for the Seikigun - and one of gigantic proportions at that. He wasn't lying either. First with Sally Talfourd returning, revealed to be the final member of Gods & Monsters, Christum would then go on to defeat Johnny Cannon later in the show to become the first two-time World Champion in company history! Now once again sitting at the top of the mountain, Furor looks to maintain his New Age as he heads into EXPRO on FX #17 alongside fellow G&M members Savannah Taylor and Sally Talfourd as they take on the EXODUS Seikigun of Fiona Collins, Lexy Chapel, and WEAPON!
2. Fiona Collins - The monkey is finally off her back! It seems like forever ago when Fiona Collins was the EXODUS World Champion, helping to raise the company's public image, carrying the ball and running with it for dear life as she took on all comers. Since then she's tried numerous times to earn an opportunity to regain the company's top prize, failing to do so with runner-up finishes in both the Honor Cup, and the Brightest Day Cibernetico. However, it was at Absent Are the Saints that the Stardust Seraph was finally able to get over the hump. Outlasting Kerry Windsor to win The Crucible, Fiona becomes the number one contender to the EXODUS World Championship setting up a rematch against Christum Furor - and more importantly reigniting a rivalry that carried EXODUS in the first year.
3. Lexy Chapel - The legend of Lexy Chapel continues to grow, and her rise to superstardom in the company has been one to remember. However, it hasn't been an easy rode for the International Champion, with no obstacle being bigger, and more emotionally traumatizing than her V1 defense against her idol in the "Saint of Violence", EXPRO Director Jonathan Collins. The man who brought the championship to prominence in New Era Wrestling provided a difficult challenge for Lexy, as he didn't hold any punches and tested her physical limits to the point that the young superstar nearly unraveled emotionally. In the end though, Lexy was able to overcome her fear of beating the very man she had put up on such a large pedestal, retaining her title and earning the respect and blessing of Jonathan Collins in the process.
4. Kerry Windsor - The Crucible showcased a number of talented individuals from all walks of life, but none of them had quite the impact, and near match winning performance than Kerry Windsor. The multi-time World Champion and highly esteemed and respected veteran was announced as the first special entrant in the contest. And boy did he make good on it - well almost. The eleventh entrant in the contest nearly went the distance, avoiding elimination numerous times and navigating the match with the sort of wits and ring acumen that's turned him into one of the best wrestlers in the world today. It came down to Windsor and Fiona Collins, with the Stardust Seraph literally falling on top of the veteran to win the match. Still, it was an impressive performance, one the "EXODUS Nation" will not soon forget as Kerry will make his official EXPRO debut against Chuck Matthews in two weeks.
5. Chuck Matthews - Chuck Matthews prides himself on being a step ahead of the rest of his competition, and since the first day he stepped foot in an EXODUS ring it seems like he's done just that. Few superstars had the level of momentum going into the Crucible that Mr. Matthews possessed. Not only that, but with a win in the Call Your Shot Fourway, Matthews earned the right to select his entry in the contest. The world speculated what number he would come in, however it's safe to say that Chuck shocked everyone when he decided to enter the match at two. A lot of people were left scratching their heads, wondering if Matthews really was "The Smartest Man in Professional Wrestling." Almost as much of a shock, he seemed to prove that he was indeed the genius he claimed to be as he nearly went the distance, lasting long enough to reach the final five before being tossed over by Kerry Windsor. Still, Absent Are the Saints proved to be a coming out party of sorts for Mr. Matthews, who will look to build off that performance as he tackles the very man who eliminated him, Kerry Windsor in a battle of two of the biggest egos in wrestling today.
6. Brando Martial - So who had the (R)evolution Champion making it to the final four of The Crucible? Nobody? Yeah, that's right. Nobody in their right mind thought Brando Martial could put on the performance he did - well nobody but the young, brash champion himself. He came into the match with a massive chip on his shoulder, wanting to prove that he wasn't an inexperienced rookie, and that he could hang with the top superstars on the EXODUS Roster, and with top talent from all across the globe. Mission accomplished, Brando. The (R)evo Champion nearly pulled off the upset, only to have his dreams crushed in the end. That doesn't take away from what he accomplished though, as Brando has not only impressed many, but he's proved without a shadow of a doubt that his future is indeed bright and that he has an extremely high ceiling. We'll see if he can continue this momentum, and realize his potential going forward. Nevertheless, the sky is indeed the limit for Brando.
7. Savannah Taylor - The Las Vegas Siren has had an interesting couple of months, to say the least. With her bitter rivalry with Tiffani Stearns becoming volatile, and her relationship with Cleon Gray becoming more and more unsettling, well for the viewers, Taylor definitely had a lot on her plate. At Absent are the Saints, the San Diego Bay Champion cleaned that plate, benefiting from Stearns' disappearance to cement her place on top of the San Diego Bay division. And that place was punctuated in a vicious assault on Darrin Stearns, who came out in his wife's honor, only to be assaulted by Cleon's new HeadMaster.
8. The Ninth Gate (Daisuke Iwakuma & Kameron Chase) - Well that didn't take long. EXPRO on FX #16 marked the return of the "Perfect Evil" Daisuke Iwakuma, as he would help Kameron Chase screw Nate Soto over, take out the Tag Team Champions, and make their claim to the belts all at the same time. Absent Are the Saints indeed kicked off with a highly competitive contest between TROUBLE, and The Ninth Gate - two teams who have an unfathomable amount of animosity toward one another, and it spilled all over The Hammerstein Ballroom. In the end, distractions from Audrey Lloris and Norihiro Akashi proved to be the difference, as Iwakuma and Chase would go on to win the match becoming the first two time EXODUS Tag Team Champions.
9. Abby Park - There are few figures in EXODUS more endeared to the fans than Abby Park. The reason for that, well there's plenty. She has a big heart, tremendous tenacity, and an iron clad will that has helped her overcome gigantic obstacles and seemingly insurmountable odds in the past. The Crucible almost became another one of those impossible feats and milestones for Park, as she entered the match as the first entrant, and would circumvent elimination on a plethora of occasions on her way to outlasting some of the best and brightest competitors in the world. Unfortunately, her near historic, folk-story like run in the match would come to a bitter end. That doesn't take away from what Abby accomplished, as she proved yet again that she can stand on level ground with the best in the world, reminding EXODUS that she is capable of greatness just when you least expect it.
10. Johnny Cannon - Mr. EXODUS had all the momentum in the world. He had finally captured the EXODUS World Championship, realizing a dream he'd been chasing since the company first opened it's door. Having won the big one, and defeated Justin Brooks on FX #16, it seemed like the British Mamba was primed for a long and incredible run with the belt. However, it was not to be as he ran into a brick wall in the form of Christum Furor. The Triple Crown winner fought valiantly, and proved his mettle, giving the self-proclaimed "God of EXODUS" all he could handle. Indeed, Cannon had Furor right where he wanted him, going as far as to call his shot in a massive show of self-confidence. Unfortunately for Cannon, Christum would be the one to hit the homerun, defeating Mr. EXODUS with The Butterfly Effect, ending his reign before he could really his stride. Still, Johnny has nothing to be ashamed of, as he has now captured 3 of the four championships in the company, and has definitely cemented his legacy in EXODUS.
Just missed: - Dan Stein - Brett Sands - Justin Brooks
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