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Post by .::Beauty::. on Oct 28, 2010 12:52:47 GMT -5
[Single Match] Aaron Rupp Vs. Russell Francis
Limit: 2 Each Maximum First Deadline: Monday November 1st 11:59pm EST Final Deadline: Tuesday November 2nd at 11:59pm EST
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Post by ruppy on Nov 1, 2010 22:16:17 GMT -5
Aaron Rupp Journal Entry Monday, November 1, 2010
There are many people out there criticizing me and saying I don't deserve to be TGW Champion. Why do they say that about me? It's because they take a look at not how much effort I put into every single match, but who I face and overcome. A lot of the people I've defeated lately aren't viewed too highly in the eyes of many people. None of them had anything to say to me, and while I gave them the benefit of the doubt because as everyone knows, actions speak louder than words, their actions didn't have a lot of impact behind them either. I'm not trying to sound like I'm egotistical here, but I look at those guys and I don't see the same passion for this business that I have. My heart beats for this business, and I wouldn't have it any other way. But these guys... they were here just to get into the spotlight and say they were there.
Hopefully my next opponent will be different, because I would rather be tested and challenged and prevail than just rack up a bunch of easy wins. At least then I'll have proven my worth as a wrestler by accepting a challenge and then overcoming it after an intense battle. I can truly see Russel Francis bringing that kind of challenge to me, and I really hope he does so. He has a lot of momentum going his way right now, and I would hope he wouldn't want to just throw it away. I'd hate to have to put an end to it, but somebody here has to lose, and for Russell to be seen in my eyes as a respectful opponent worthy of my first defeat, he needs to be tested just like everyone before him. I want to make sure that if I'm going to fall, he's truly the right guy to hand me that first defeat and leave me with no regrets.
Time to see if Russell is ready for this test. For his sake, I hope he's as prepared as he can be... ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The scene opens to find Aaron Rupp currently sitting on the edge of the bed in his hotel room in Boston, Massachusetts. Why is he in Boston? The answer is simple: he just got done taking part in a show for another company he wrestles for, and won’t have time to head back home because his next destination from here is to the next TGW Animosity. Aaron is looking through his suitcase before he pulls out his TGW Title belt, taking a moment to stare into the center plate as he goes into deep thought. He takes a deep breath as he decides that he might as well voice what’s on his mind.“I look at this title now, and I don’t know whether to see it as a blessing or a curse. When I first came to TGW, I expressed the same beliefs I hold everywhere else: I wasn’t here to win titles or make history, I was here for the sole purpose of trying to help TGW rise out of the dark abyss it had fallen into as a result of the egos that were present here. The TGW Title was something I ended up winning because of my dedication to this business and my determination to prove that I was capable of achieving the goal I told everyone I would be going after on my very first day with the company. I wanted to make sure that the TGW Title, the prize everybody seeks in this company, would end up in the hands of someone who would show that belt the honor and respect it deserves. But look at what’s happened since I won this title: I’m still undefeated as far as TGW opposition is concerned, and most of the people I’ve faced since then haven’t said a word to me and ended up being easy victories for me as a result. Most people would just take that and run with it, but I’m not most people. If I’m going to win a match, I’d rather earn my victory by going out there and giving it my all with my opponent doing the same, to prove that I deserve the victory. Plus, I wanted to be a fighting champion. I wanted to defend this title as much as possible and help raise its prestige through competition. But apparently Alli Taylor doesn’t want that because she wants to be in complete control of everything that happens around here. In fact, the only time I’ve defended this title since I won it was in a rematch against Natalie Burrows, and that was only because the fans voted for it to happen and Alli couldn’t do a thing about it.
Most people would probably get upset if they were undefeated for so long and ended up losing for the first time, but again… I’m not most people. If I lose, I lose. It’s as simple as that. While I’d prefer to suffer my first loss at the hands of someone who truly deserves to beat me because they care about this company and this business, I’m not going to try and control fate here. The only thing I will try to control will be who I ultimately lose this belt to, because I would rather it end up in the hands of someone who will show it the same respect I have than someone who will just use it as an ego booster. But I will say this: things are going to change around here, and I’m not afraid to take the initiative to set this process in motion.”Aaron sighs and sets the belt beside him on the bed, taking a moment to gather his thoughts as he cracks his neck from side to side.“This Animosity, the change will begin when I do battle with the man formerly known as Russell Franchise. Now known by his real name of Russell Francis, he’s managed to turn his career around in a complete 180. Since his change, he has yet to taste defeat. He’s earned himself a future shot at the Volitionary Title, and along with AJ Adams he now holds one-half of the NWA Tag Team Titles. Russell has definitely turned himself around since the last time we faced off, and I have to say that I’m quite impressed. That said… I can’t help but question the New Society and their goals.
Sorry Russell, but I just can’t completely buy into this just yet. You have the right goals, wanting to try and create a new order in TGW that’s more respectful than what we have now, but I have to question the reasons behind it. Don’t get me wrong… I’m glad to see others stepping up to the plate and realizing that TGW needs to change for the better and the egotism we have present, but answer me this important question: Why? Why are you challenging the egotism we have present here in TGW? If I’m not mistaken, you began walking down this path because Alli Taylor has tried to hinder your progress in this business and you want her gone, and teaming up with a man who has had problems with Taylor for a good while now is your way of strengthening your chances.
While you have good intentions, your reasons are founded solely on hatred and vengeance towards the boss. I’m not going to defend Miss Taylor because I’m not exactly too fond of her myself, but you’re seeking the right goals for the wrong reasons. I wrestle in order to eliminate egotism from this business and turn it into the respectful sport everyone can respect and love. I do this because I’ve had enough of listening to people bragging about how they’re the greatest thing in this business and that nobody could ever beat them and a bunch of other pointless bullshit like that. I care far too much about this business to see people like that ruin it.”Aaron pauses for a moment to take a deep breath.“Forgive me Russell. I do respect you and this radical change from our last encounter. But I just want to be absolutely sure that you’re doing this for the right reasons. Vengeance has a place in this business, but that place is not being a reason to try and change this company for the better. It’s obvious that most of the TGW wrestlers have an issue with Miss Taylor, but I care about this company to the point that through my actions it can thrive and be respectful regardless of who is in charge. I’m truly looking forward to our match at Animosity, because it reminds me a lot of my battles with Natalie. We both care about this company, albeit in different ways, and I’m completely undefeated against TGW opposition whereas you have been undefeated since this change you’ve undergone. One of us has to fall, and it all comes down to who wants it more. I know you would love nothing more than to keep your momentum going, but this looks like it will be the first competitive match I’ve had regarding TGW competition. I want this win so much to continue to prove that I am capable of being a TGW Champion everyone can respect and be proud of, to continue showing everyone that I am worthy of being in the position I’m in.
I wish you the best of luck Russell. Bring your ‘A’ Game to Animosity, because as usual I’m bringing mine. You may have succeeded where I failed at Outside Assault in claiming an NWA title for yourself, but titles don’t determine how much somebody cares about this business enough to make a positive change in it. Your actions inside that ring do, and keep in mind that my actions have always spoken in volumes about my love for the sport of wrestling. You may not understand it… but you will accept it.”Fade to black.
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Post by Russell Francis on Nov 1, 2010 22:52:41 GMT -5
Francis: This could be the best thing to happen to TGW in a long time!
Russell Francis sits in a corner booth at a Waffle House outside San Diego with David Von Doom. After a jog, both men decided the best way to end a nearly 3 hour workout was by stopping by and grabbing some waffles and coffee. Francis is still beaming after seeing Alli Taylor get knocked down a peg and seeing the rise of Alex Brown, the new man in control of TGW!
Francis: Dude, Alex Brown laid the law down on Alli last week. I'm starting to see a real change. First, The New Society wins the NWA Championship, then Alli is no longer the GM of TGW! How could things get any better?
David takes a long sip of his coffee.
Mr. DVD: This is big!
Francis: AJ is doing flips and shit! I thought he was going to cry in the middle of the ring. I don't know this Alex Brown guy, but I'm starting to like him. He's finally getting some business done!
Mr. DVD: Look, before we make this into a bigger than than we have, what do we know about Alex Brown, Russell?
Francis: I mean, he's from the Board of TGW, he knows the business.
Mr. DVD: Alli knew the business. You actually liked the way she ran the business...even when she was giving hell to AJ Adams.
Francis: Look, in the beginning, I drunk the kool-aid. I thought she was doing good, but a cycle of abuse came about and destroyed my image of her. Now, it's up to me, Adams, and now Brown to move us to the future of TGW!
David takes a sip of coffee again, but this is only to take a chance to pick his words right.
Mr. DVD: Russell, I don't want you to get your hopes up on Mr. Brown. He might look good on the surface, but he might have...a secret agenda.
Francis: What are you talking about?
Mr. DVD: This guy says he's been looking at the state of TGW and noticed that it's going down and know realizes that he needs to change the system. That sounds sketch to me!
Russell eats the last of his waffle. Afterwards, he looks up at David!
Francis: Look, if he wants to change TGW, I'm all up for that! In fact, if he wants to strip Leo Hayden of his title and give it to me, I'll enjoy the shit out of it! Look, I gotta a title defense this week and I gotta put up against Aaron Rupp! Let's focus on what we need to focus on and we can worry about Brown's motives when we get to that bridge! Now, let's go man! I gotta doctor's appointment to go to!
David Von Doom finishes the last of his waffle as Russell gets up to pay the bill.
Mr. DVD: I hope that Brown doesn't play you for a fool, kid!
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Francis: This week is a huge week for me and the New Society. You see, later this week, The New Society plans on defending and keeping our titles as we take the show to SCCW and fight at their house. But as we all know, the true war is in TGW, and finally, we got an friend on our side.
Alex Brown has stepped up and begun to change things around by dropping Alli Taylor from her responsibilities. But now, the war is not over. I told you guys, we were going to get rid of Alli and that's what we plan on doing.
But this week, I got the defending TGW Champion, Aaron Rupp. This is a privilege for me. The fact that Alex Brown sees that I could hold my own against Rupp is very good to me. It shows me that Mr. Brown knows that I am the Constant of TGW and sees the true potential that I bring to TGW. But it's also a good time to see if I can hold my own against Rupp. Rupp is a beast. He's got moves that will cripple even the strongest man. But I'm not scared of him.
Aaron, you seen what I can do to a guy like Leo Hayden. Just straight out domination from the word "Go"! This week, it's not going to be different. I got mad respect for you, but we're going to put on a big show this week. Rupp, I'm ready to see if I have what it takes to go toe to toe with a guy like you. You are the high man on the totem and I plan on trying to knock you down!
Aaron, if you want to beat me, you're going to have to pin me or submit me or fall to the TAG! That's the plain and simple of it! I plan on using this as an audition tape for a possible run at the TGW Title!
Plus, I plan on using this to show Leo Hayden that when I plan on taking his title, what I'm capable of doing! You don't know when I'm going to ask you for a shot, but I promise you, when you do, it will be legendary! And don't worry, AJ Adams and I are ready for you if you try anything sneaky! Because, we are the NEW SOCIETY and we plan on bringing the Change you can Believe in!
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Post by Russell Francis on Nov 2, 2010 22:41:39 GMT -5
Francis: Aaron Rupp, I gotta say, you have said some things that...well, they got me wondering. First of all, thanks for your complements. You see, I've made a huge 180 in my career and I gotta tell you, I'm happy that you have been paying attention to me. I know that the talent level has been pretty low, but I have a feeling that Alex Brown is going to turn things around here in TGW and we'll have some top quality competitors here in TGW! In fact, me and AJ Adams are about to join the rest of the NWA World Champions as we take on Team SCCW! Now, we're not just going in there as the World Tag Team Champions, but we're going in to represent True Glory Wrestling and show why the superstars of this show are the best in the world!
But, let's get something very clear. You said you don't know why I'm teaming up with AJ Adams and if my motives are clear. So, if you don't mind, let me put you and others at ease about why I did the things that I was doing.
If you remember, a couple of months ago, you could have called me a jobber the way I was facing these one-and-done wrestlers coming in and out of the door. You complain about having to face nobodies. I faced nobodies on a weekly basis. I got tired of having to prove that I am still one of the best wrestlers in TGW to a woman who could care less about what I do. I'm not saying that you got lucky and got on Alli's good side, but apparently, I wasn't putting up a game that was worth calling the "A" Game!
But, I decided to switch the game up, I had to change the way that I wrestled. I stop focusing on being the loudmouth or the overall good guy in TGW. If I was going to say that I'm the CONSTANT of TGW, I had to change the way I hit the ring. And now, look at me. I got the NWA Tag Team Titles with a former enemy, AJ Adams. I have the shot at the Volutionary Title whenever I chose to use it, and this week, I get to go up against you, Rupp, the current TGW Champion!
You say that the New Society is built on hatred, but let's be real! You can see the blood in the water just like I can. You see the stuff we both have to go through at TGW. You see the talent that just walks in without being tested and turn out to be complete busts. You see the way a mad man like Leo Hayden can play his cruel jokes and never be checked for it. You know that this isn't the way a wrestling promotion is supposed to be run. I have nothing personal against Miss Taylor. If she invited me to dinner at her house, I might think about it! But she's not a good businesswoman for TGW. We need somebody who knows the business. Now, yes, I've only known Alex Brown for 1 week, but he's made enough noise in one week than Alli has in her time as the GM.
The New Society is not founded on hate, but on change. We want to change the way things are down with TGW. And we are finally trying to change the tide here. But you're not looking at the bright picture. I am trying to make this a better place, and if it takes me and AJ to lead the cause for you to get top talent to fight you for the title, you can thank me in the ring this week.
But, let's not get all holier than thou, Rupp. You say that you're trying to get rid of the egotism in wrestling...but egotism is built into wrestling. Take me for instance. If I didn't try to be a dominate force in TGW, this brand would have been done months ago. You have to have people like me who bring their egos to the ring. The fans love the ego. Now, I had to cut back on calling myself "Franchise" but I'm still the only CONSTANT of TGW! And I live to keep my namesake true in this company.
Remember, you're only as good as your last opponent. You've had a couple of weeks to rest up and get some practice in, now, it's time to go toe to toe with me. You might have broken into the top 25, but that only means there's at least 23 men who are better than you. And this week, I plan on showing you that I can stand up against you and take you down! Look, we only want the best out of TGW. But this week, I want the best out of you. I want to see why you are truly the TGW Champion and see if I am capable of knocking you down a peg.
So on Tuesday Night, I want only the best you have to give me. Because I'm going to give you...Russell Francis! It's time to see who is really the best in the company!
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