Episode #48
RCA Dome, Indianapolis
Buddy Luv and Stat-Man were kicking it off in the RCA Dome for Aftershock,
still reeling from the developments at Civil Action. Buddy Luv regretted to
inform fans that earlier in the week children had been found to have been poisoned
while in the ICWW arena. He assured fans that ICWW had resolved the matter
privately, compensating the families for their stress and medical expenses.
In the gym, Superfly and Godfather approached Albert Beefcake and the Hurricane.
Superfly asked Albert if he had any leads on where Rockey Rakesh may have
been taken. Albert took a deep breath, and told Superfly that on Civil Action fifteen
children were poisoned in the ICWW arena. He said that for all they knew, Rakesh
had gone back to India to get advice about Daemon X from the wise yoga masters.
Albert slammed the desk, and told them that the children were more important,
before grabbing his trench coat off the rack and storming out.
Daemon X versus Marc Scott
The arena went cold and dark signaling the arrival of Daemon X. Marc Scott, whose
form has been less than encouraging for the head-booker, made his way to the ring
looking a little intimidated. The match kicked off, seeing Daemon X go right to work
with an irish whip into a high leg clothesline. Scott rolled to the outside, prompting
referee Acidic Wonder to start a count, which may have been faster than usual.
Marc Scott rolled back, knocking Daemon X back with hard right hands before tying
up with an STF. A slow count prompted Scott to get in the Wonder's face, leaving him
vulnerable to a quick roll up cover. Scott and Wonder exchanged shoves after the
match, seeing Acidic fine Scott for referee abuse!
Winner: Daemon X via pin fall [2:58]
The number one contender, Michael Lucifer, made his way into the arena only to
be approached by Statix and the Nomad. Statix welcomed Michael Lucifer back,
telling him that they'd missed him. Lucifer told Statix he knew it was him that had
given Nomad the black king he received weeks ago, and he knew it meant he had
finally joined he CEO. Statix told Lucifer he had had his eyes opened, and wanted
to share that. A brawl erupted, seeing Lucifer battle off both the Nomad and Statix.
Struggling to avoid the crushing blows, Lucifer was forced to flee as soon as he
found an advantage in the fight.
Superfly versus Jason Shamrock
Hardcore champion Jason Shamrock looked to keep up his form, facing off against
a concerned looking Superfly. The zenlightened one was able to channel that
aggression clearly, taking it before he could unleash his impressive strength seen
in recent weeks. The fight was far from a wrestling match, deteriorating into an
outright brawl. As the blows sent Shamrock out the outside, the two battled to the
outside, being counted out much to the shock of Jason Shamrock!
Winner: Double count out [3:19]
In the back, Banging was heading toward the entrance when he was stopped by
Steven Oozaru. Oozaru put his arm out to stop Banging from walking away, and
told him he knew he was getting through. The Aussie colossus told Banging that
he didn't have magic or voodoo to break Daemon X' hold, but he didn't need it,
because they were more than a team, they were brothers. Banging turned to
look at Oozaru, before heading onward to his match.
The Nomad versus Banging
Enter the Nomad for the first of the night's matches for the suited duo. X-division
champion Banging faced off against Nomad, who was heading into the match with
a focused approach. Hard right hands were the recipe of the day, seeing the Nomad
attack with a linear approach. Banging's speed proved to be a great advantage,
seeing him go off the ropes with a running head scissors. Daemon X made his way
to the ring to play distraction, giving Banging the opportunity to make the cover.
Winner: Banging via pin fall [3:42]
A knock on the office door was followed with Paul Heyman entering to talk to head-
book, Violent J, about the night's headlining match. He said that the bad blood
running between Michael Lucifer, Rhyno and Marz was the ideal basis for a high
quality contender re-match. Violent J said that it did seem that Marz lost unfairly,
and agreed it would probably help his approval rating. He consulted Hulk Hogan,
before erupting into cackled laughing. Heyman half laughed, before backing out.
Amazing Red versus Statix
The light heavyweights were on show, as International champion, Statix, took on
Amazing Red in one on one competition. The lightest superstar in the industry
looked to continue his giant killer ways, taking on the world champion. Statix was
too much for him however, completely shutting him down with devastating kicks
and right hands. A thrust kick to the mid-section took the wind out of his sails,
allowing Statix to finish the match with a modified oshi.
Winner: Statix via pin fall [5:13]
In the parking lot Jason Shamrock was heading toward his car when he discovered
Daemon X and Banging waiting. Daemon X told Shamrock that he shouldn't have
been shocked, because he knew what the deal was. Daemon X began to chant
when suddenly the lights and horns of the surrounding parked vehicles began to
flash and beep. Shamrock backed off, running back to the arena, but not before
Daemon X told him if he wasn't going to co-operate, he'd see him on Civil Action.
International Championship contender match
Rhyno versus Michael Lucifer versus Marz
The night's headliner saw the spirit of vengeance going on the attack as Rhyno
made his way to the ring. Having lost the hardcore title in a bloody steel cage match
against Rhyno, Lucifer looked to be intent on extracting some revenge. The Dark
Lotus, Marz, was content with letting them beat each other down, before finally
heading to the ring. In-ring, Marz and Lucifer did the double team on Rhyno, before
turning on each other. Lucifer sent him reeling with throat thrusts, but the experienced
Marz was able to counter Lucifer's assault, taking him out with a sweeping kick and
following it up with the phoenix splash. Rhyno tried to capitalise with a cover, but Marz
wasn't letting him have it the easy way. Turning his attentions to Rhyno, knocking
him back with the shotei palm! Lucifer looked to take Marz down with the chokeslam,
but was attacked from behind by Rhyno! Turning his attention around, Lucifer slammed
Rhyno with a chokeslam, but fell victim to the springboard kick and a cover.
Winner: Marz via pin fall [11:02]
Marz slipped to the outside, having the referee raise his arm on the outside, making
him the new number one contender for the International championship.
Lucifer stood in the middle of the ring, pointing out at Rhyno and Paul Heyman
with a look of death on his face, as Aftershock came to an end.
Special mention:
Daemon X continues
to intimidate Jason
Shamrock, promising
to see him next week!
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