Episode #41
Spartan Stadium, Lansing
Buddy Luv and Stat-Man tipped their hats as Civil Action kicked off with an
explosion. Stat-Man was glad to be back on American soil, as the World Tour took
it's first deviation through the land of the free. Buddy Luv said he enjoyed the
enthusiastic Canadian crowd, but agreed it was good to be back. He went on to
question how the shift of locale might affect the head-booker's credibility ratings,
with the Mystery CEO bearing down on him. Stat-Man told him they might find out
as his stooge took on his former partner.
Hardcore match
Hulk Hogan versus Marz
Violent J's head stooge was runnin' wild in the arena, making good on his promise
to take out Violent J's former partner, and now bitter enemy - Marz.
Marz' speed proved to be a great advantage, as did his own personal chain. Hogan
was busted open, as the match spilled to the outside almost immediately. After
getting the jump on Hogan, he was able to rummage under the ring, producing a
hockey stick! Marz' speed let him dodge it, finishing the match with the shotei strike.
Winner: Marz via pin fall [2:47]
In the locker rooms Michael Lucifer was sitting in the locker rooms. He pulled his
elbows off his knees, and leant back against the wall. Lucifer turned his attention to
the end of the row of lockers, revealing Daemon X. Lucifer greeted him, thanking
his greatest horseman for joining him. Lucifer praised Daemon X, War, as the only
one who didn't fail him. Lucifer told him that as his most trusted Horseman, he
knew it would be safe to tell him that things were not as they seemed. Lucifer
explained that despite the claims Rhyno couldn't beat him, he could. Lucifer told his
horseman that the ladder match, and the panic room had taken much more out of
him that he'd let on. He explained that if he were to have a chance, he would have
to gather his strength, while Daemon X delivered opportunity. Daemon X promised
to do all he could to hurt Rhyno in their match, later in the night.
Jason Shamrock versus Superfly
The crowd prepared to get a little zenlightenment as Superfly hit the ring for his
match against Jason Shamrock. Shamrock's luck seemed to be with him, as he
unloaded on Superfly with a barrage of martial arts kicks. Superfly suddenly
became quite disturbed. With a shocked expression, Superfly allowed himself to be
counted out, handing Jason Shamrock another victory in a string of wins.
Winner: Jason Shamrock via count out [2:11]
Steven Oozaru was with roving reporter Gregory Helms in the back. Oozaru told
Helms that Daemon X' hold over Banging wasn't going to last, because the bond of
the Pacific Connection was far greater than his hocus pocus. Oozaru told Helms that
later in the night, he would face Banging in the ring to make him remember the
Connection, and then at Kingdom Come he would take Daemon X out himself!
In the offices Violent J was on the phone, doing a lot of nodding. Hogan stumbled
in, as Violent J hung up the phone. He blasted Hogan for losing, claiming he was
as bad as Marc Scott and Halle Berry! VJ told Hogan that the mystery CEO was
putting more pressure on him to produce Statix, as well as telling him he wasn't
living up to the International championship standard. Hogan told him that he should go
out and fight in a non-title match. The Y2Juggalo told Hogan that it was a good idea,
and that he couldn't possibly stay angry with him. The two hugged.
Daemon X versus Rhyno
Rhyno was accompanied by his manager, Paul Heyman, as Rhyno felt heat from the
Lansing home crowd. Daemon X came out second best, as the two kicked off the
match. Daemon X taunted Rhyno with hand gestures and chanting, before trying to
match power with the manimal. Rhyno was able to find his way into a lead early on,
pummeling Daemon X. The occult superstar was able to gain some advantage, going
off the top with a high risk maneuver! In the end, it would be the gore to finish.
Winner: Rhyno via pin fall [4:05]
In the parking lot, the Nomad was pacing backward and forth. With Statix still missing,
and his injuries hindering him, a handicapped match didn't look good for him, with a
tag match scheduled later in the night. Lights flashed on, as the Nomad spotted a
shadowy figure, he tried to see through the shadows, stepping closer slowly.,
Suddenly, a car came speeding through, clipping the Nomad! The camera man put his
rig down, and checked on the Nomad before running for help. The camera, still rolling,
revealed a pair of black men's shoes, as someone in suit pants knelt down beside the
Nomad and checked on him.
The Godfather versus Violent J
Buddy Luv and Stat-Man pondered what happened in the back, promising to keep
fans updated on the Nomad. Violent J came out, followed by the Godfather to do
battle in a non-title match. The International champion showed some class in the
early goings, using his greater maneuverability to get around the Godfather's stiff
style. J distracted the referee, nailing Godfather with a low blow kick, following it up
with a very public spike DDT. The Godfather's hoes swarmed the ring, beating down
on the head-booker, and resulting in a disqualification.
Winner: Violent J via disqualification [5:30]
Buddy Luv and Stat-Man were relieved to update that the Nomad was barely bruised
by his narrow encounter with a vehicle. Emergency staff confirmed that the Nomad
would be fit to wrestle later in the night, if he felt up to it. The only real risk, was
shock. Stat-Man speculated what that could mean for his match at Kingdom Come.
Steven Oozaru versus Banging
The Pacific Connection prepared to do battle, Steven Oozaru starting the match trying
to get through to Banging. Oozaru spoke vigorously to his partner, describing some of
their great matches, and victories as a tag team. Just as it seemed like he was getting
through, Banging went on the attack, nailing Oozaru with right hands, before sending
him into the ropes and scoring with the Samoan drop! The Aussie giant's heart was
obviously too involved in the match, putting up a strong defensive, but not enough
to fend off Banging, fighting with the strength of a madman. The Kiwi bomb finished it
off, allowing Banging to pick up a victory just days before he faces the X champion.
Winner: Banging via pin fall [6:23]
Marz was in the back, asking the question - what about Marz?
He verbally assaulted his former partner Violent J, calling his tactics underhanded
and weak. He lashed out, using his defeat over Hulk Hogan as a symbol of his undying
desire. The Dark Lotus turned his attention to Amazing Red's challenge, scoffing the
light heavyweight for his audacity. Marz counted down his highlights, including a ninety-
one day reign as International champion. Marz laughed, and accepted.
Tag Team match
The Hurricane & Albert Beefcake versus The Nomad & Statix
The New Super Friends made their way to the ring for their match, with the Lansing
crowd going insane for the tag team champions. The Nomad made his way to the
ring, taking a microphone when he got there. He explained that with his internal
injuries, he didn't really want to have to fight before Kingdom Come. He then explained
that without Statix, there wasn't a chance in hell he could handle them. The Hurricane
snatched the microphone, and told Nomad that it would be irresponsible of him to allow
Nomad to fight, agreeing to postpone the match for another day.
Winner: No contest [0:00]
The Super Friends raised Nomad's arm, as Civil Action came to an end. Buddy Luv
and Stat-Man said their goodbyes, reminding everyone to tune into Aftershock, and
main event weekend for ICWW: Kingdom Come.
Special mention:
Daemon X may be
making enemies,
but he also has
powerful allies!
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