P1.) Razor Xtreme, Maddox Paine, and Eric Goodman | Untitled Promo

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The arena is completely silent following a return from commercial break. After hearing this familiar theme song, they probably wish it stayed that way.

“BOOOOOO!”

The crowd doesn't exactly respond in a positive manner for the new World Heavyweight Champ. As the hard and quick drums of the intro of Razor Xtreme's theme, “Zero Visibility” by Rise Against boom throughout the arena, the arena matches the intensity of the drums with a loud amount of boos. Smoke appears on the stage – not Razor's brother, but actual smoke, as it quickly covers the entirety of the entrance area. Eventually, three figures appear as shadowy figures in the smoke, and the fans know exactly who they are as they respond with even more boos. The smoke begins to clear as they reveal the men on stage. On the left, clad in a very professional business suit with a colorful green undershirt, their evil manager Eric Goodman. On the right, the enormous, intelligent, monstrous, titanic warrior, Maddox Paine – wearing his signature black cargo pants, black combat boots, and all-black singlet top. And in the middle of it all... the new XWA World Heavyweight Champion, Razor Xtreme. Wearing a badass black trench-coat with an all-black shirt under that says “Greatest of All Time” in white letters as well as two hands forming a 'devil's horns' post in a neat design.

Ted Cedar: “This opportunistic son of a bitch. The new World Champion who won his title in a very underhanded manner last night. He doesn't deserve that smug look on his face!”

David Michaels: “Ya'know, I'd love nothing more than to walk up that ramp and wipe it off his face, but I can't do that right now, unfortunately.”

Xtreme places the title on the ground and then gets down on one knee as he chuckles. He looks around at his 'adoring fans' before grabbing the title, jumping into the air, and raising it high for the hostile crowd. He receives another loud set of “boo's” before continuing to march down the ramp. He drapes the title over his right shoulder as he walks down the ramp, Goodman and Paine following behind. Goodman with a smirk to accompany Razor's chuckle and Paine with a completely serious and angry look on his face. All three men march down the ramp. Once they reach the ring, Razor climbs up onto the apron and steps inside as Goodman does the same, and Maddox too. The new World Heavyweight Champion then marches over to one of the turnbuckles and climbs up, before raising the title high above his head to remind the people who he is. They know, and they respond accordingly. He drops off the turnbuckle and walks to the center of the ring, where he is handed a mic by his manager, Eric Goodman, who holds one himself. His music dies off, prompting even more boos, as he stands in the center of the ring with the mic to his lips and an evil, glaring smile on his face that drills holes straight into the camera. He begins to speak when the boos begin to fade.

Razor Xtreme: “...I told you so.”

With that one line, the fans give another boo, but a slightly weaker one as they can only boo so much.

Razor Xtreme: “I said it. Last week, the week before that, and the week before that. I told all of you! I stood in this ring and I said it in a loud, clear voice. That I was going to be the next XWA World Heavyweight Champion. And last night, that's exactly what I accomplished. Last night, I came into this ring, I took my mark, and I won this title for the second time!”

Goodman applauds Razor as Paine nods slowly but keeps a stern look on his face.

Razor Xtreme: “Last night I proved why I am exactly what I say I am. I am the 'Greatest of All Time'. 'XWA's Savior'! Because simply put, I AM XWA! I have been XWA for the past 7 years since I stepped into this ring and claimed it as my own. For the first time in five years, this title belongs to its' rightful owner – me. There is no one in the back that can lay claim to this title. My buddy Maddox agrees, and he held the damn thing.”

Maddox nods slowly.

Razor Xtreme: “To his credit, he is the only one who can lay claim to being close. In my absence, he was an excellent champion, the best, even. But now that I'm back, there is only one. There can only be one. And that can only be me. There is no one here that can lay better claim to this title than me. Not Dominik Diveraz, not Minkaro, not E.G. Deal, not you over there, David Michaels.”

Razor points at the commentary table as the camera focuses on Michael's face, which has a look that is a mixture of angry and 'not impressed.'

Razor Xtreme: “I see you sitting over there. It's a shame that they had you replace Joey, by the way. Very poor decision.”

Razor turns his attention back to what he was saying before Michaels gets inside the ring and kicks his ass for talking.

Razor Xtreme: “Not Megaman, not Ace Andrews, not Caleb Spires, not T.K., not DC Hennig.”

The fans begin to boo again, as Razor attacks these former XWA legends.

Razor Xtreme: “...and certainly not JAMES BEST. Really? Is that the BEST they could throw at me? Pun intended, or not, I really don't care. But I'd like to ask a question... who the hell is James Best? That nobody that I clobbered years ago? The old man who thinks he's still relevant? I was actually pretty sure he had died up until about a day ago. Shame to hear he's still breathing. I just might have to change that.”\

Another evil chuckle.

Razor Xtreme: “James Best is a nobody. And he's crazy if he thinks that a nobody like him can match up to the golden boy of XWA. When people think of XWA, they think of me. When people think of James Best, they don't actually know what that is so they don't think of anything. So to think that Best even stands a chance against me... well that's just flat out silly. But it's fine, I'm a fighting champion and I will defend against anyone, including a nobody. So when we do face off, James... then we'll see who the BEST really is.”

Xtreme laughs a little bit, as Goodman begins to clap again.

Razor Xtreme: “As for the rest of you looking to challenge me... don't get your hopes up on ever being the world champ as long as I am around. You see, it took me almost 5 years to lay claim to this title once again, so now that I have it, you can be damn well assured that I am not going to lose it again. I plan to hold this title forever. Until I retire when I'm 50 and worthless – like James Best. So if any of you had any World Title aspirations, I suggest you get that silly idea out of your head, because that's just never going to happen. With me, being the brilliant competitor I am as is, adding in Maddox Paine – the single most dominant force to EVER step foot inside of an XWA ring, and the genius of Eric Goodman backing us up, there is no stopping us, period. I will be the world champion for years to come, and I will never... EVER be stopp-”

Ironically enough, Razor Xtreme IS stopped, by a theme song the fans have not heard, but a titantron they have seen, just not in a while.

As the gentle flow of Coheed & Cambria's "Welcome Home" intro plays, the audience appears confused as to who is behind the music. They then let out a mixed reaction as they see the man responsible, Luis Claudio stepping onto the stage when the instrumental really kicks in!

Ted Cedar: "What the ... ? That's ... that's Luis Claudio! What the hell is he doing here?"

David Michaels: "Must be lost on his way to Taco Bell."

All three men in the ring, Razor in particular, look out at Luis with confusion on their faces. Once it sinks in who this guy is, the man who won his debut match against Maddox Paine and Dominik Diveraz's cousin-in-law, Xtreme lets out a smile, as if he was amused by the interruption. Luis has a microphone in hand, whilst dressed in street clothes; black jeans, a light purple t-shirt and black sneakers. Even with the t-shirt covering his torso, he looks even more built than he was before he left and that's saying something. The light grey-eyed superstar begins talking just after his music fades.

Luis Claudio: "Never ever, you say? Just like your amigo Maddox there was never ever beatable, right? Because I don't recall that working out so well for him when he stepped in the ring with me. Heh."

The audience pops lightly for the reference to Luis' debut match, where he took on and defeated Maddox Paine. Both Maddox and Razor are clearly unimpressed.

Luis Claudio: "Oh, right, where are my manners? I don't believe we've formally been introduced. I've met, and as previously mentioned beat, Maddox, but not you. Razor Xtreme, was it? Or would you prefer to be called the new XWA World Heavyweight Champion? Oh, no, I got a better one. How about the former XWA World Heavyweight Champion? Because I guarantee, vato, you put that title up against me and that's what they're gonna be calling you."

Razor snickers. He goes to respond, but gets cut off before he can say a word.

Luis Claudio: "Hold on there, 'Mr. Y2X'. Now, I'm not out here to start any trouble. I actually came out here to inform you that your amigo Maddox has done something he'll be sure to regret very soon. Mi primo, Dominik, isn't here tonight, because of Maddox. And he won't be here for a long time."

The fans boo immensely at this announcement.

Luis Claudio: "I'm not gonna get too into details, but the simple fact is this; Maddox took out Dominik. He won't be wrestling again for a very long time, if at all, because of what that puto did. So, I just want to make this loud and clear from the get-go. Maddox, when I beat you on March second, just over a year ago, the pain you felt, both physically and mentally, will pale in comparison to what happens next for you. I promise - promise - that you will pay for your sins. I've already proven I can beat you. Now it's time I prove I can destroy you, pendejo!"

The boos turn to cheers as Dominik threatens to come after Paine for what he did to Dominik at Redemption. Maddox looks on, licking his lips as if he's ready for a fight. Razor whispers something in his ear to keep him calm.

Luis Claudio: "But it's not gonna stop there, esa. I won't rest until all of you pay for what you've done to my cousin. From the looks of it, Razor, you're not someone I can simply hurt with punches and kicks, slams and dive, the physical shit. I'm gonna hurt you where it counts. If you manage to successfully defend that championship of yours against James Best next month at United Xtreme, I'm coming for it. I don't care what I got to do to earn a shot at it, it will be mine. I've never tasted gold before, so believe me when I say this is going to be as pleasant for me as it is unimaginably painful for you."

Luis grins.

Luis Claudio: "I hope you all enjoyed last week, because after what you did to Dominik, it is my sole mission to kick all of your asses!"

He gets cut off right at the end.

Razor Xtreme: "Now who the hell do you think you are? No no no, you know what? No. I decline. First I have to take out one nobody in James Best, and now you want me to go after another nobody? No! Enough nobodies gunning for my title, give me someone who will actually give me some sort of challenge, because you are NOTHING to me."

The fans give a loud 'boo' to show their disdain for the world champ. Luis looks on angrily, as Maddox looks him straight in the eyes, and Razor notices.

Razor Xtreme: "Ohhhh hahahah. I see what's going on. You know what? Fine. How about this. You love to brag about your lucky win over Maddox an entire year ago. Well, how about you try to recreate that now? Maddox is stronger and more dominant than ever before, and you won't be able to get a sneaky win on him this time, I guarantee it."

For the first time in this segment, Maddox grins a little bit. He continues to look Luis square in the eyes.

Razor Xtreme: "...and you know what? How about I sweeten the deal even more. If you can SOMEHOW make it past this... beast. I will give you a shot at my title. Prove to me that you are worthy to take me on. The only way you can do that is by going through Maddox - BUT YOU WON'T! I'm a fighting champion, and this is the only opportunity you're going to get. Whatdya say, huh?"

Luis stares at Maddox, almost ignoring what Razor just said due to the intense face off between the two. But he did hear him, loud and clear. Without looking away from Paine, Claudio responds to Razor.

Luis Claudio: "A nobody, eh? I'm nothing to you ... okay. I get a chance to break Maddox and then, when I do just that, I get to face off for the World Heavyweight Championship? Me gusta. Just make sure you beat James at United Xtreme, because I'm coming for you either way when I'm done with Maddox, but it would be a bit more fun with some gold incentive. When I beat both of you, that's for Dominik. When I kick your asses, that's for me."

Luis drops the microphone as "Welcome Home" hits again, the fans cheering for the big match made at United Xtreme.

Ted Cedar: "We're one week removed from Redemption and we've already got a blockbuster match announced for next month's United Xtreme! The returning Luis Claudio takes on Maddox Paine and, if he wins, he gets a shot at Razor's World Heavyweight Championship!"

David Michaels: "That's assuming Razor is successful when he defends against James Best. But it seems like Luis has his mind set on going after Razor regardless of whether it's for the championship or not. I hope Razor doesn't take him lightly. I've faced that guy before, ironically while teaming with that fuckwad Maddox Paine. He's no joke."

Ted Cedar: I think the only person in this arena who thinks Luis is a joke is Razor. It's a shame to hear the news about Dominik, but I'm damn glad to have Claudio back."

Luis continues staring into Maddox's eyes, "The Titan" staring right back at him, as Razor looks on with a grin on his face and the show cuts to a commercial break.

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