Friday, May 14, 2004

ICWW: Aftershock (May 14, 2004)

Episode #46
Joe Louis Arena, Detroit

Buddy Luv and Stat-Man were getting jiggy with it in Detroit city. In the Joe Louis Arena the crowd were going off, as Buddy Luv welcomed everyone to the last stop before Kingdom Come! Stat-Man told Buddy Luv that it was academic from there, and everyone would be sure to be resting up for the big main event.

In the back Gregory Helms was with Paul E. Heyman. Heyman discussed the matter at hand, Kingdom Come. He said that Aftershock was not only the last stop before Kingdom Come, it was the final night before the campaign of pain claimed it's most impressive win. Heyman said that one more victim would be added to the list, before Rhyno would go into the steel cage, and crush Michael Lucifer.

Jason Shamrock was working out in the gym when Daemon X entered. Shamrock wiped off the machines, and was heading out when Banging stepped in the way. Daemon X asked Shamrock how he was liking being back on a winning streak. Shamrock shoved Banging and DX out of the way, before heading out.

Rhyno versus Marc Scott
Marc Scott wasn't looking as smug as usual as Rhyno and his manager, Paul Heyman, made their way to the ring. Scott wasted no time trying to build an advantage, going on the offensive with stinging chops. Scott's continued assault was enough to slow the Rhyno down, but the rampage was inevitable. After a big powerbomb, Rhyno centered up for the gore, nailing Scott across the ring. Not content, Rhyno continued the pain, dropping his opponent with a double powerbomb. Out cold, the referee was forced to call the match at an end.
Winner: Rhyno via knock out [4:14]

In the offices Violent J was on the phone talking to the mystery CEO. The Y2Juggalo was doing a lot of nodding, when Hulk Hogan entered. J slammed the phone, and told the Hulkster that he was in desperate need of some good news. Hulk shrugged, and asked J if he wanted him to get a latte. Violent J declined, and told Hogan that the mystery CEO told him his job was being threatened. Hogan told Violent J that he liked his booking, and would cheer him up by winning his match. Violent J clapped.

Superfly versus Hulk Hogan
Hulkamania was runnin' wild in the Joe Louis Arena as the real American took on the zenlightened one. The contrast of styles was clear, Hogan bringing the beat down to the Superfly with hard clubbing blows to the back. Hulk was in form, tearing his shirt down the middle and looking to go to work with it, but Superfly snatched it away. Superfly tried to whip Hogan with the shirt, but it was a no sale! Superfly tried to unload with right hands, but Hogan blocked them all and sent him into the ropes, dropping him with the big boot! The big leg drop saw the end.
Winner: Hulk Hogan via pin fall [3:19]

The arena went dark, as an image of burning candles in a dark room became clear on the big screen. Sitting in the shadows was, Albert Beefcake. Albert turned to face his audience, and asked the question - what about Albo? Albert said that there had been a lot of hatred going around, and he said that came out of fear. Fear of the yellow bandana factor. Albert told the crowd that there was only one true Albert Beefcake, and there was one person that feared that fact more than anyone. Albert turned away, and swung back around with his finger out stretched, and challenged former ICWW superstar, Donald "Tells" Campbell, to a match! Albert had knocked a candle over, and as smoke started to cover the screen, Albert could be heard screaming.

Jason Shamrock versus Steven Oozaru
Two superstars who seemed to have issues with Daemon X were up next, Shamrock hoping to pick up another win. Shamrock's luck had swung since losing the heavyweight championship to Rockey Rakesh months ago. Oozaru went on the power offensive, pounding down on Shamrock, but the smaller superstar was able to over power him! Taking it to the ground, the Aussie giant was barely able to escape the ankle lock. Looking to snatch victory, he tried to hit the flatliner, but Shamrock countered it with a ring shaking belly to belly suplex, putting Oozaru down.
Winner: Jason Shamrock via pin fall [3:01]

Gregory Helms was with hardcore champion, Michael Lucifer, to ask him about his upcoming defense at ICWW: Kingdom Come. Lucifer told him that the campaign of pain was a joke to him. He said he'd beaten Rhyno time and time before, and he would be glad to get it over and done with again. He told Helms that he had bigger things to worry, and wanted to close them off sooner than later.

Rockey Rakesh was strolling through the arena surrounded by a group of hoes, making his way to the ring. Stat-Man informed Buddy Luv that the hoes weren't there to protect Rakesh, they were there to protect everyone else from the X-division champion. He passed through the backstage area, reaching the entrance curtain.

Daemon X versus Rockey Rakesh
The crowd was on their feet as a determined Rockey Rakesh stood at the entrance way throwing punches before heading to the ring. The Godfather's hoes headed back to the locker room, allowing for the eerie entrance of Daemon X! Rakesh seemed a little jumpy as the occult superstar made his way to the ring accompanied by Banging. The two traded blows in the early goings, but Rakesh quickly slipped to the outside, looking to get some air. Banging stalked his way toward Rakesh, sending him into a tailspin of panic. Daemon X was able to take full advantage, unloading a world of hurt on Rakesh with a variety of modified suplexes. Rakesh, still out of breath, nailed DX with a low blow, forcing the referee to disqualify him.
Winner: Daemon X via disqualification [4:55]

Rakesh ran up the entrance way clutching his X-division title desperately, while Daemon X and Banging watched on from the ring. Buddy Luv and Stat-Man reminded fans that Rakesh would defend the title, along with all other champions in two days at ICWW: Kingdom Come. They sent out big thanks, as Aftershock came to an end.

Special mention:
Will Statix show for Kingdom Come? Can Violent J avoid getting fired?

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