ICWW: Worlds Collide III

 ICWW: Worlds Collide III April 18, 2004
 Hatred discriminates against no one.
 In war, there will be casualties on both sides.
 Sometimes, in moments of civil unrest, the
 enemy is one's self. This is the most frightening
 war of them all. For inevitably, victory must be
 follow by defeat. This is the Apocalypse.

Buddy Luv and Stat-Man were hitting the roof as ICWW: Worlds Collide kicked off. They recapped the lead up to the event, which saw Michael Lucifer retaliate against the Mystery CEO, ultimately splitting the promotion down the middle. Stat-Man updated that the stakes were high with a late stipulation stating that if Michael Lucifer's team were to win, the Mystery CEO would have to reveal himself. Buddy Luv exclaimed his joy for that, and the world title match as the opener kicked off.

Hardcore championship match

Famine (c) versus Statix

Hardcore championship on the line with the first of the Four Horsemen being represented in the form of the wile, Marc Scott, aka Famine. He started the match using the title as a weapon, but Statix soon asserted himself as a threat, using his greater speed to take it to the hardcore champion. After spilling to the outside, Statix managed to finish the match with a scorpion kick and blood bomb.

Winner: Statix via pin fall, new hardcore champion [4:35]

In the back Violent J was with Gregory Helms to discuss the match against his former partner for the International championship. Violent J explained that although he and Marz were good buddies, they were also good enemies. The Y2Juggalo revealed that he had had a meeting with the Mystery CEO earlier in the night, and had been promised the role of head booker if he won the world title. Shocked, Helms asked J if he knew who the Mystery CEO was. The Y2Juggalo laughed, and told Helms that everyone who matters knows the Mystery CEO, and the CEO knew that he would make a better booker than Halle Berry would make a Catwoman. Gregory Helms looked puzzled, as J headed off.

Hollywood Hulk Hogan versus The Godfather

Hulkamania was running less than wild as the fans offered nothing but disapproval for Hogan. The Godfather may have had the crowd's support behind him, but Hogan was able to exert his dominance over him. The heavyweights shook the ring as they battled it out, ultimately Hogan's endurance proving to be the difference. Unable to hit the pimp drop, Godfather fell victim to the big boot/leg drop combo. After that, Godfather was unable to get off the mat for all the escorts in the world.

Winner: Hollywood Hulk Hogan via pin fall [5:37]

In the offices Abel Lucifer was with his brother Michael. Michael Lucifer asked his brother if he was happy now that things were being dealt with proactively. Abel told his brother that he wasn't sure if fighting theatrics with theatrics was the right move, but admitted that Michael got the better of him in the final battle, so his opinion probably didn't count. Michael assured Abel that everything was coming to a long overdue conclusion, because he'd screwed the CEO plenty of times in the past, and would be happy to screw them one more time. Before leaving Abel told his brother he hoped he was right, because the last time he tried that, he lost ICWW to Shawn Michaels.

Rhyno versus Jason Shamrock

Representing the Mystery CEO, the manimal Rhyno looked in supreme shape as he headed out to face Jason Shamrock. Shamrock's aura of confidence and focus seemed to be lacking since his Heavyweight championship loss at ICWW: Panic Attack. Shamrock did his best to fend off the assault, utilising the ankle lock submission, but it wasn't enough. Rhyno managed to gore himself another victory.

Winner: Rhyno via pin fall [9:37]

Backstage the new Hardcore champion, Statix, bumped into his partner the Nomad! Statix was pleased to see the bandaged superstar, asking what he was doing in the arena. Nomad told Statix that the Mystery CEO had asked him to be the tenth man. Statix told Nomad that he wasn't sure if fighting in his condition was a good idea. Steven Oozaru loomed over Nomad with a smile on his face, and looked his opponent up and down. Oozaru told Nomad that he thought his ribs looked a little tender, and licked his lips before laughing his way to the locker rooms. Nomad and Statix looked on concerned.

Ultimate X X-Division championship match

Rockey Rakesh versus Amazing Red

After one year the X-Division championship strap was back in action. Buddy Luv informed that former X champions, Loopster and Chaos Drone, were unable to attend the event. The 140lb superstar, Amazing Red, had the crowd on their feet as he turned his sixty pound disadvantage around, flying on Rakesh. The Yoga trained superstar was able to battle back, hitting Amazing Red with the 619 rope move. The two took to the cables, climbing over the ring in the first of it's kind match for ICWW. With the title suspended in the middle of the ring, Amazing Red struggled to pull it loose as Rakesh shook the cables. In the end the Indian superstar was able to use meditation to stay on the cable, to take the title.

Winner: Rockey Rakesh via title grab, new X-Division champion [12:18]

Albert Beefcake was in the back with the recently retired, Acidic Wonder. The Beefer asked the Wonder what his plans were for the future. Acidic Wonder explained that although he had retired from in-ring competition, the Mystery CEO had hired him as a referee. Albo asked Acidic Wonder how he would call the match later in the night, between Shawn Michaels and the Zenlightened, Superfly. Acidic Wonder assured Albert that he would make an appropriate decision.

Steven Oozaru versus The Nomad

The mystery final opponent made his triumphant return from injury, but the task was daunting. Steven Oozaru seemed to take pleasure in slowly inflicting pain on the injured back of the Nomad. Nomad did his best to battle back, buying time wherever he could, but only played into Oozaru's hands. The big man eventually picked the Nomad apart piece by piece, fending off the bible black several times and surviving the red myst, before finishing the match with the flatliner.

Winner: Steven Oozaru via pin fall [4:18]

Outside the locker rooms The Hurricane emerged, coming across Superfly. Hurricane asked Superfly if he knew anything about illegal substances on the premises. Superfly coughed, and told Hurricane that he had heard someone had marijuana for medicinal purposes. Satisfied, Hurricane then asked what Superfly was doing dawdling around outside the locker rooms. Superfly told Hurricane that he was carrying a lot of stress, and should open his mind to herbal medicines to allow himself to truly fly. Hurricane eyed Superfly suspiciously as Superfly strutted toward the entrance.

Shawn Michaels versus Superfly

With Acidic Wonder debuting as a referee, Shawn Michaels was understandably suspicious of what it meant for his chances. Superfly took full advantage, attacking Michaels from behind, but after a knock down and top rope elbow drop, Michaels managed to battle back on top. Claiming a slow count, Shawn Michaels and Acidic Wonder came face to face in heated dispute. Superfly looked to capitalize once more, only to walk into the sweet chin music finishing kick for a knock out.

Winner: Shawn Michaels via pin fall [3:19]

Backstage Daemon X was passing the parking lot, when Banging stumbled out. Banging tilted his head and stared at the horseman of War. Daemon X asked Banging when he would be coming back to the dungeon and laughed. He told the masked superstar that he had truly drawn the short straw in a casket match with Michael Lucifer, and that the scars he had inflicted upon him were potentially nothing compared to what Lucifer could do. As Banging backed away, Daemon X taunted him, asking if he remembered the eye of Agamotto. DX laughed, prophesizing apocalypse in his future.

The Hurricane versus Pestilence

The Hurricane and Pestilence stood face to face, like two faces of a mirror - one evil, one heroic. Pestilence was slow in starting, suffering under the much faster pace maintained by the Hurricane. Jesseman was able to lure his neon green counterpart to the outside, but it wasn't enough. Jesseman looked for the injustice judgment, but was unable to connect. Finally the Hurricane was able to strike back with the chokeslam, and finished it, unleashing the eye of the hurricane for a fall.

Winner: The Hurricane via pin fall [3:42]

The Hurricane arrived behind the curtain to be greeted by his tag partner, Albert Beefcake. Albo congratulated him on the victory with a rar, and told Hurricane that he would finish the occult War in the same fashion. Hurricane told Albert that it was important that he did, with the Mystery CEO's team leading the battle at 4-3. Albert pumped himself up, shouting "rar" over and over before marching out to the ring.

War versus Albert Beefcake

The Big Beefer showed signs of being a little uncomfortable being in the ring with War, whose true colours were beginning to shine through. War went on the offensive, using his speed and agility to keep the big Alaskan off balance. Albert managed to hit the Albo bomb, but couldn't keep War down. War took it to Albert with the dust to dust finishing move, getting him on the back foot in line for an implant DDT. Albert was unable to kick out, giving Michael Lucifer's team an equalizing win after a truly grueling one on one encounter.

Winner: Daemon X via pin fall [12:32]

An exhausted Gregory Helms was backstage with Rhyno cooling down in the gym. Rhyno told Hurricane that Jason Shamrock wasn't the first, and assured him that he wouldn't be the last. Rhyno rattled off a list of superstars he'd defeated, and said that he wasn't satisfied with the end of the campaign of pain. Helms asked Rhyno what he thought of the X-Division championship match earlier in the night. Rhyno grunted.

Casket match

Banging versus Michael Lucifer

Stat-Man said that statistically speaking this was a surprising match for the Mystery CEO to have chosen. Buddy Luv acknowledge Michael Lucifer's impressive history in casket matches, and suggested perhaps it was intended as a boastful slap in the face to Lucifer. Buddy Luv's words seemed strong from the start, Banging scoring with a ring shaking Samoan drop on the 305lb superstar. They soon became hollow as Lucifer battled out of the Kiwi bomb and nailed the devil driver. Lucifer continued the assault, knocking Banging down with a shattering left hook. After Banging made several attempts to get Lucifer in the casket, Lucifer finally succeeded in stuffing him in.

Winner: Michael Lucifer via casket [4:45]

Buddy Luv and Stat-Man were out of their seats with the International championship match moments away. Stat-Man made certain that Buddy Luv understood that Michael Lucifer's win meant his team were in the lead 5-4, with Violent J heading into a must-win situation. Buddy Luv went over Violent J's headlining history, and celebrated what could only be described as the biggest match of Violent J's life. With not only the world title on the line, but also his pride against what many called the stronger half of Team Extreme, a position as the Mystery CEO's head booker and the hopes of the Mystery CEO.

International championship match

Death (c) versus Violent J

The crowd went berserk as the Y2Juggalo countdown clocked off, marking the entrance of perhaps the most popular superstar to ever grace ICWW. Used to high pressure matches, Marz seemed uninterrupted by the lopsided crowd support, focusing only on retaining the most prized and revered belt in wrestling history. The two superstars were inseparable, going back and forth, sharing the momentum. Marz managed to break through, using the Shotei palm strike to great effect. Although knocked down, Violent J was able to gather himself and take it to his partner with a spike DDT. Both superstars were exhausted, but Marz came back first, only to have his efforts all blocked by Violent J. Violent J managed to drop the champ and hit the Pyscho Flip for the win.

Winner: Violent J via pin fall, new International champion [7:04]

Violent J celebrated in the middle of the ring with the International championship strap, leaving Marz on his knees in the corner of the ring in shock. Violent J held the title in one hand, and stared at Marz. Still stunned, Marz stared back with wide eyes, while Violent J looked out to the crowd and sniffed the air before dropping for a J-arooni! Violent J rolled to the outside, leaving Marz in the middle of the ring as ICWW: Worlds Collide concluded with a 5-5 tie.

International title match Death vs Violent J 6'2 Height 6'5 240lbs Weight 297lbs Shotei Finisher Psycho flip Hardcore title match Famine vs Statix 6'3 Height 6'1 240lbs Weight 240lbs The Grudge Finisher Static Slam War vs Albert Beefcake 6' Height 6'9 220lbs Weight 350lbs Dust to dust Finisher Albo bomb Hollywood Hogan vs Godfather 6'7 Height 6'6 275lbs Weight 265lbs Leg drop Finisher Pimp drop Special referee Acidic Wonder Shawn Michaels vs Superfly 6'1 Height 6'2 237lbs Weight 235lbs Super kick Finisher Zenlightener

Casket match Banging vs Michael Lucifer 5'8 Height 6'10 230lbs Weight 305lbs Kiwi bomb Finisher Devil driver Ultimate X X-Division title match Rockey Rakesh vs Amazing Red 5'10 Height 5'6 202lbs Weight 140lbs Powerbomb Finisher Code Red The Hurricane vs Pestilence 6' Height 6' 191lbs Weight 224lbs Hurricane Eye Finisher Justice slam Rhyno vs Jason Shamrock 5'10 Height 6'2 260lbs Weight 204lbs Gore Finisher Belly to belly ? ??? vs Steven Oozaru ??? Height 6'9 ??? Weight 289lbs ??? Finisher Flatliner

No one could've expected the mystery CEO to answer Michael Lucifer's declaration of war the way he did!
Conscription ended years ago, but ICWW will be divided by a draft. Five have already chosen sides, but how many will
follow? When the dust settles and the smoke clears, everyone must choose a side. Like it, or not.

THE DRAFT

The Mystery CEO   The Horsemen  Violent J The Y2Juggalo has been in the hunt for the International championship, and is a great pick up for the mystery CEO. While he may not have the leadership of some others, he has the ability to get it done.   Michael Lucifer The obvious leader of the Horsemen. It is his war against the mystery CEO that has lead to this. Few men are more feared in wrestling, and few are more cunning. A skill that is highly valued in the art of war.   Rockey Rakesh [Heavyweight champ] Rockey Rakesh gives the mystery CEO's team not only an icon, but a calming voice of reason. In the heat of battle, a yoga master can be a useful thing.   Marz [International champ] Marz is not only the current International champion, but also legitimately one of the best competitors in this game. Not only is he a great individual, he's a team player.  Statix The prophet has been lost as of late, but you can never discount the man that is Statix. Having trained the martial arts with Michael Lucifer, he may be able to deliver key insight into the opposition.   Marc Scott [Hardcore champ] Marc Scott is one of the most self-serving men to ever enter a ring. This makes him an always dangerous opponent. Win, or lose, all Marc Scott cares about is how he can come out best off.  The Hurricane [Tag champ] He's only young, but he's already earned himself a name in ICWW. The Hurricane's dedication to truth and justice make him a reliable ally in the battle against the Horsemen. He will never say die!     Jesseman Jesseman was once like the Hurricane, but that promise has turned rotten. He's gone from super hero to super villain. The inherent evil in Jesseman's soul makes him the perfect unrelenting ally.  Albert Beefcake [Tag champ] Say what you will about the Big Beefer, he's the current tag team champion, and a former heavyweight champion. So when he says he is in touch with the yellow bandana force, you'd best listen! Rar.   Daemon X Another veteran is a great thing for the Horsemen. His tactics make him a sound fighter, and having lived in the shadows, little is known about Daemon X. Least of all, his vulnerabilities.  Banging Tactics by the mystery CEO, stopping Michael Lucifer from securing the combined might of the Pacific Connection. With Banging's recent erratic behavior, he's a complete wildcard.      Steven Oozaru With Michael Lucifer getting the first pick, he went straight for the man whom he defeated for the International title. Oozaru may be one tough customer, but the Horsemen might find him unreliable.   Rhyno The rampaging Rhyno is not a surprising choice from the mystery CEO. With the Horsemen boasting some heavy hitters, Rhyno is definitely a man worth having.   Jason Shamrock He's not the heavyweight champion anymore, but Jason Shamrock is still one of the best technical wrestlers in the business today. A huge pick up.  The Godfather The Mystery CEO bought himself another heavy hitter, in stark contrast the Michael Lucifer's pick. If push comes to shove, you've got to pick these guys will win!    Amazing Red Michael Lucifer getting to pick before the CEO, and shocked everyone by choosing Amazing Red. On the heels of the announcement of the X-Division title too.  Superfly The Mystery CEO picks up an interesting draft in Superfly. The Mystery CEO will want to make sure Superfly doesn't try to "Zenlighten" his team.   Shawn Michaels  With Michael Lucifer getting first pick next round, the Mystery CEO cannot be happy overlooking former CEO, Shawn Michaels. Only one more drafting round remains.   ??? With an odd number of superstars available, Michael Lucifer has chosen the last man in Hulk Hogan. Leaving the Mystery CEO a man short!    Hollywood Hulk Hogan Lucifer certainly hasn't cared to pick fan favourites, picking up the much despised Hulk Hogan. Hogan rounds out a very interesting combination for the Horsemen.

ICWW: Panic Attack (2004)

ICWW: Panic Attack April 4, 2004  Breathing shallow, I'm slipping away         Hanging in the gallows, I'm starting to pray  How careful it was planned to do away with me  So kill me if you can,  but words won't make me bleed  So what if I survive? And live to tell the truth  Imagine my surprise,  to find me living and so very much alive  I'll find a new life and hide, if I survive. But I  swear you're going down if I survive.

The crowd were on their feet as Buddy Luv and Stat-Man welcomed the fans to ICWW: Panic Attack. Stat-Man could barely be heard as he exclaimed Panic Attack to be perhaps the next step in ICWW's evolution. Stat-Man said since the return of ICWW, each main event just kept getting better and better! Buddy Luv concurred and said that the excitement was in no small part to the unveiling of the all new Panic Room match. A match that would not be revealed until the night's headliner featuring the world title on the line with Michael Lucifer defending against both members of Team Extreme!

Amazing Red versus Diamond Dallas Page

The action kicked off with a huge response as the lightest superstar in ICWW's history made his way to the ring. The 140lb red tornado that is, Amazing Red, has been making a huge splash in ICWW. It was still a mismatch against the 247lb DDP, but Amazing Red proved he can overcome the odds at ICWW: Dark Night, when he took out the 275lb Hulk Hogan. DDP looked average in the early going, but the sheer heart of Amazing Red was more than enough to carry him to victory. The code red standing star press was the nail in it, giving the clean victory to Red.

Winner: Amazing Red via pin fall [3:42]

In the back Daemon X was arriving to the arena, when the mysterious Banging appeared out of nowhere. The two superstars said absolutely nothing, instead, exchanging a cold stare. Daemon X broke the hold, heading off with his gym bag to the locker rooms. Leaving Banging to tilt his head and grunt, before disappearing back to wherever he materialized from.

Hardcore championship match

Marc Scott versus Rhyno (c)

The hardcore championship was on the line, 24/7 ruling still in full swing, as the challenger made his way to the ring. The smug Marc Scott was met with a harsh response from the crowd, in contrast to Rhyno's positive response as he headed to the ring. The champion, Rhyno, looked to be in strong form, exercising his superior strength against the wily Marc Scott. Scott utilized weapons from around the ring, but was unable to find an opening, before Jesseman appeared out of nowhere and attacked Rhyno! Marc Scott was able to take full advantage, scoring the pin fall to recapture the hardcore championship. Jesseman disappeared as suddenly as he appeared, leaving Marc Scott free to flea the arena.

Winner: Marc Scott via pin fall [6:29]

ICWW roving reporter, Gregory Helms, was in the back with Michael Lucifer who was sporting both the International championship and the tag team championships. Lucifer told Helms that he was taking his promotion back, piece by piece, and at Dark Night he had started by taking back the tag team titles. He said he had already continued, by sending a gift to his agent of famine, Marc Scott. Lucifer explained that Marc Scott's savvy as a business man made him the perfect man to take the food from the very stomach's of anyone who opposed him. Lucifer then announced that he would put the tag team championships on the line in the tag match scheduled later in the night. He claimed that his horsemen of war and pestilence would capture the gold; wrapping two more of Lucifer's fingers around the neck of his ICWW.

Hollywood Hulk Hogan versus Superfly

The enlightened Superfly was the clear crowd favourite, Hulk Hogan still feeling the heat after his attack on Amazing Red at ICWW: Dark Night. It wasn't enough to save the zen master from a brutal assault at the hands of Hulk Hogan. Hulkamania ran wild on the referee, knocking him out cold and leaving Superfly open to a heinous assault at the hands of the Hollywood superstar. When the referee was finally able to come to, Hogan finished it off with the big leg drop.

Winner: Hollywood Hogan via pin fall [4:30]

Albert Beefcake was with Violent J, who would later in the night take on his partner and Michael Lucifer for the International championship in the Panic Room. The second ever, but a revamped version of the Panic Room match. Violent J said he was feeling very confident, but was concerned with what the Panic Room would involve. He said if he had to do anything involving Michelle Pfieffer he wouldn't want to be involved. When asked why, the Y2Juggalo explained that she was a terrible casting choice for Catwoman, and they should've gone with a sexy brunette. The Big Beefer asked J what the Team Extreme game plan would be heading into the match, and J told him he hadn't seen Marz all day, which was unusual because usually they would arrive together. Albo nodded with suspicion.

Shawn Michaels versus Acidic Wonder

With Acidic Wonder planning to retire, the crowd gave him a standing ovation as he headed out to face his rival - the Heartbreak Kid, Shawn Michaels. Michaels was all class, sending the crowd into a frenzy after nailing the top rope elbow drop. It wasn't enough to keep the man of the hour down, Acidic Wonder managing to battle back against the confident HBK, finishing him with the Acid Bomb. After the match, Michaels asked for a microphone to say a few words to honor Acidic Wonder. He acknowledged his highlights and the respect he had for the Wonder, and gracefully extended his hand, respecting years of achievement, only to throw it all back in the Wonder's face by hitting him with the sweet chin music! Michaels then took to the back, laughing off massive heat from the crowd.

Winner: Acidic Wonder via pin fall [16:14]

In the locker rooms the challenger for the Heavyweight championship, Rockey Rakesh, was meditating. Rockey 's recent return to India, where he studied with the great Yoga masters was showing. Rakesh had told ICWW online previously that he had found a new sense of awareness, and calm in his life. With calm, comes focus, and with focus comes power of the mind. By harnessing his spirit, Rakesh's goal was to confirm to himself alone, that he was spiritually ready to guide others. Making him perhaps the most self-less champion in history.

Tag Team championship match

Daemon X & Jesseman versus The Hurricane & Albert Beefcake

With the tag team titles officially on the line, the tension could've been cut with a chop. Jesseman verbally assaulted by the crowd, with chants of "STD". His neon green counterpart had no such troubles, as he kicked the match off against Daemon X. The momentum shifted back and forth, eventually seeing a fired up Albert Beefcake unload on his former partner with the Albo bomb! Daemon X was able to make the save, but with Albert tying him up, the Hurricane was able to finish the super villain with a chokeslam, and the eye of the hurricane finisher. Earning them the tag titles.

Winner: The Hurricane & Albert Beefcake via pin fall [7:10]

In the back things were smoking up. Superfly and the Godfather stumbled out, leaving a bunch of the Godfather's lady friends in the smokey room. The Godfather laughed, and told Superfly that even though they fought at Dark Night, he thought Superfly was alright, and apologized for not getting his back earlier in the night. Superfly returned the compliment, and told the Godfather that losing didn't matter, because he was zenlightened. The Godfather asked Superfly how he came to become zenlightened, and Superfly told him that it was a lot like their little 'meeting of the minds'. The two packed up laughing, and Godfather called his ladies, telling them it was show time.

The Godfather versus Banging

The Godfather boogied his way to the ring accompanied by some of his lovely ladies, getting a huge response from the crowd. The Godfather offered Banging a little action, but the mysterious masked superstar seemed to be more confused than interested. The match got under way, Banging really turning up the speed. The Godfather did his best to slow down the pace of the match, but it was all Banging on the night. The masked superstar stunned everyone when he took the Godfather out with a devastating Kiwi bomb! He didn't hang around to celebrate, disappearing to the back.

Winner: Banging via pin fall [8:25]

Buddy Luv and Stat-Man took a moment to update fans on the Nomad's condition. They said that although the brutality experienced at the hands of Michael Lucifer had caused massive internal injuries, he would recover. They did question whether or not he would ever be able to again wrestle, and sent their best wishes. Stat-Man then stopped Buddy Luv, and said he didn't really ever like the Nomad, statistically speaking. Buddy Luv told him that he needed to be more polite.

Heavyweight championship match

Rockey Rakesh versus Jason Shamrock

A new look Rockey Rakesh, weighing some twenty pounds less after fasting with the yoga masters of India, was looking in great shape against the disciplined heavyweight champion. Rakesh was able to not only match Shamrock's technical prowess, but also his speed. Rakesh executing the 619 maneuver against the ropes to great effect. It wasn't the 619 that would finish the match, however. Rakesh would survive a belly to belly, before nailing Shamrock with a stunner.

Winner: Rockey Rakesh via pin fall [10:45]

In the back, modest reporter Gregory Helms was with Statix, his match only moments away. Helms asked Statix how he felt about some of the events happening to him. Statix said that the path of the future was never a clear one, but it had never been as blurred before. He said that Lucifer's turning on him, and the destruction of the Nomad were things he could never have foreseen. He said it made him uneasy. Uneasy because he can sense something big coming, but he can't tell what it is, and that is something that frightens him. Statix explained that he has never feared defeat, but rather - the unknown. The unexpected is something he can't brace himself for, and that is an experienced he doesn't like. Statix' words clearly having a chilling effect on Helms, as the prophet headed out to his match.

Steven Oozaru versus Statix

The big Steven Oozaru was all about business making his way to the ring, taking no note of the crowd. Criticism's regarding his winning the International championship have clearly spurred Oozaru toward proving that he is not only worthy, but he is truly great. Statix came in fast and hard, using his incredible speed and mastery of the martial arts. Oozaru was able to recover, and what ensued can only be described as an awesome display of strength. Statix was unable to match Oozaru, with his emotions clearly getting the better of him, and distracting him into the flatliner.

Winner: Steven Oozaru via pin fall [2:50]

Albert Beefcake was with Amazing Red backstage who had nothing but praise for ICWW. Albo asked the "Red Tornado" as he's been dubbed, how he felt about his new career and the good fortune he has found. Red told Albert that he could describe it no other way, than as him being blessed. Blessed with not only the opportunity to come to the big leagues, but the success he has enjoyed. Red told the Beefer that there was no way he could describe the joy it had brought him. Albert congratulated him with a rar, and wished him all the luck in the world, exclaiming that he hadn't seen an underdog as impressive since the bear took on the whale back in his home of Alaska.

International championship Panic Room match

Michael Lucifer (c) versus Marz versus Violent J

The Panic Room cell was lowered as a hush of silence fell over the crowd. Buddy Luv was handed the rules of the match to announce. He announced that it would be a no holds barred match, with anything going. The match could not end in pin fall, or submission. Across the top of the cell, two cables cross from corner to corner, and in the center will hang the ICWW International championship. The first person to retrieve the title would become the new world champion. It was the champion's prerogative to enter first, but it would do him no good. Violent J beat down on Michael Lucifer, leaving Marz to stay fresh. Lucifer managed to come back, unleashing his infamous brand of vengeance. The entire company would be shocked when Marz would not only attack Violent J, but double team him with Lucifer! Realising it was unrealistic for him to retrieve the belt, Lucifer ordered Marz to win the match. Violent J and Lucifer battled back and forth, Lucifer getting the better of the double teamed Y2Juggalo. Despite an effort to get the belt by jumping off the turnbuckle, Violent J was unable to do anything. Marz captured the title, while VJ fell victim to the devil driver.

Winner: Marz via retrieving the title [21:13]

Michael Lucifer raised Marz' hand and announced that not only was the champion changing, but so too was the future of ICWW. Lucifer had promised to take back ICWW piece by piece, but he acknowledged that that wasn't the right way to say it. He said that the mystery CEO had capitalized on his misfortune, and violated him by doing so. Lucifer announced that taking the promotion back wouldn't be enough. He would not only take back the promotion, he would bring Armageddon to ICWW. Armageddon to the mystery CEO, and he would have his horseman of Death, with the world in his hand, at his side. Marz and Lucifer celebrated while beating down on Violent J, as ICWW: Panic Attack came to a stunning conclusion!

ICWW: Dark Night

The arena was hot as Buddy Luv and Stat-Man welcomed fans to the Dark Night. Stat-Man explained to Buddy Luv that it was the polar opposite of One Night Only. In true Buddy Luv fashion he ignored Stat-Man and continued on with the hype for Dark Night, exclaiming his excitement for the night's headlining match, the tag team title match between Team Extreme, and the newest combination of Statix and the Nomad. Stat-Man told Buddy Luv that he shouldn't forget that Michael Lucifer would be the special referee, albeit, a diminished Lucifer. Luv said that he trusted Lucifer about as far as he could throw him, and turned attention to the opening match as Rhyno headed down the aisle.

 

Rhyno versus Steven Oozaru
The crowd was pumped for the return of Rhyno as Steven Oozaru stepped over the top rope for the match. Rhyno wasted no time, looking for the Gore early on, but Oozaru managed to side step it and go to work with a DDT into the mat. Oozaru stomped down on the returning manimal with boots to the gut, but Rhyno caught him and managed to reverse the momentum, sending Oozaru onto the back foot and sending him into the ropes. Rhyno caught him with a shoulder block, and tied up for the powerbomb, but Oozaru managed to counter! Oozaru picked Rhyno up looking for the chokeslam, but Rhyno countered with a shot the mid-section and a gut wrench suplex! Rhyno backed up, waiting for Oozaru to make it to his feet for the gore, but Oozaru telegraphed it and nailed him with a big boot! Steven Oozaru tied up in the side Russian, nailing Rhyno with the flatliner, finishing it with a firm cover.
Winner: Steven Oozaru via pin fall [3:26]

 

In the locker rooms Statix had a concerned look on his face while talking to Nomad. He told him that he wasn't sure if they should go through the match. He told Nomad that with Michael Lucifer as the referee, it made things very hard to read. The Nomad stood up and looked into Statix' face, and told him that it was just like he said. He told him that he had faith in purpose, and tonight would prove that the Nomad was the Chosen. Statix furrowed his brow.

 

Hollywood Hulk Hogan versus Amazing Red
The scenes backstage were left as fans geared up for two new superstars in ICWW. Hulk Hogan had the crowd in a frenzy as he hulked up in the middle of the ring, looming over the much smaller Amazing Red. Red looked out to the crowd as Hulk put his hand to his ear, but the crowd seemed to be split down the middle. Red went on the offensive fast with a jump swinging DDT, bringing the big man down to his size. Red sent the crowd into a frenzy as he nailed the standing star press, and looked for a cover, but only got a two. Hogan rolled to the outside to gather himself, but only set himself up for a plancha to the outside by the high flying lightweight! Hogan stumbled away from the smaller superstar while he rummaged around under the ring. Hogan rolled back into the ring and tore his shirt off, challenging Amazing Red to come in and face him. Red showed courage, diving into the ring only to be on the receiving end of stinging whips at the hands of Hogan's shirt! Hogan hit the big leg drop on the smaller superstar, and looked for the cover - but Red kicked out! Astounded, Hogan sent him into the ropes for the big boot, but Red countered with a flying head scissors! Red hit the code red, and scored the cover for a shocking victory!
Winner: Amazing Red via pin fall [3:56]

 

Albert Beefcake and Gregory Helms were backstage with the Rock, asking him how he was feeling coming off of a victory against his long-time rival, the Nomad. The Rock started off by asking why it took two people to interview him, and then acknowledged that it probably would be daunting to interview the great one alone. The Rock turned his attention to the fire cracker, Rockey Rakesh. The Rock acknowledged that Rakesh had done things the Rock hadn't. The Rock acknowledged that Rockey Rakesh has one of the biggest followings in the world of wrestling. The Rock even acknowledged that the Indian Powerbomb is no joke. But the Rock also acknowledged that he was more focused than Rakesh ever could be, and was on a mission to capture success in the one land he never had - ICWW.

 

The Godfather versus Superfly
The Godfather strutted his way to the ring surrounded by a group of his escorts and danced in the ring before taking the mic. He welcomed everyone aboard the on and only official ho train, but was interrupted by Superfly who had been hiding in the crowd and ambush the Godfather from behind! Superfly used a steel pipe to clobber down on the Godfather, while the escorts scattered from the ring. Superfly picked the microphone up, and told Godfather that he was the only certified pimp in the house. Godfather nailed Superfly with a low blow, and tossed him through the ropes to the outside. The Godfather danced up a storm, leaving himself open to the attack once again, Superfly planting the Godfather with a hard bulldog takedown. The two tied up, Superfly with a go behind into a belly to back suplex. He followed it up, going up top and nailing the Godfather with a devastating guillotine leg drop! Superfly looked for the cover, but somehow Godfather managed to roll it over, only scoring the two. The Godfather looked for the pimp drop, but Superfly dropped out and nailed the zen enlighten-driver, scoring the win.
Winner: Superfly via pin fall [9:00]

 

In the back Daemon X was with Gregory Helms to talk about his match against the Hurricane. Daemon X said he'd been in the dungeon doing some soul searching, and decided that he wasn't content with just playing the nice guy anymore. He told Helms that there were some changes coming to ICWW, and that nothing was going to be the same. Gregory was left to deal with the grim fortune with a shocked expression.

 

Chris Benoit versus Banging
The Crippler Chris Benoit returned to ICWW by interfering in Banging's match against Shawn Michaels at ICWW: Breaking Point. Banging came out with a force, attacking Chris Benoit before he even made it to the ring! The two duked it out in the aisle, Benoit getting in some hard right hands before bringing it to the ring. Banging recovered and shot Benoit into the ropes, but Benoit came back with a stiff shoulder block. He hit the ropes again, jumping the fallen superstar only to get caught with a spinning heel kick. Banging stomped down on the submission expert like a man possessed before going up top and bringing his full body weight down with a senton bomb! Banging picked Benoit up and shot him off the ropes again, finishing it with a Samoan drop! After the match, Banging continued the assault, nailing Benoit with the Kiwi bomb, before disappearing through the crowd.
Winner: Banging via pin fall [3:24]

 

A video package of the feud between Jason Shamrock and Tito Ortiz was aired, showing the brutality behind some of their exploits. Ortiz was shown training in the ICWW gym. The fight has been dubbed a do or die battle for Tito Ortiz, who has suffered countless defeats at the hands of Jason Shamrock. The pride involved, and the stakes of making it a submission match were shown to be just as important as the championship gold for these two warriors.

 

The Rock versus Rockey Rakesh
The Rock strolled his way to the ring ignoring the fans before the roof exploded with bhai-mania! Rockey Rakesh made his way to the ring with an unprecedented approval from the crowd as the two superstars came face to face in the ring. The Rock threw the first punch, nailing Rakesh with hard rights, pushing him toward the ropes before whipping him and catching him with a diving forearm. The Rock beckoned for Rockey to make it to his feet, only to nail him with a spear takedown! The Rock stomped down on the fan favourite, before dragging him to the middle of the ring. The Rock gave Rakesh the finger and went off the ropes, nailing him with the people's elbow! Rock looked for a cocky cover, but the little fire cracker jumped to his feet, and exploded with the crowd right behind him. Rakesh nailed Rock with hard shots before tying up and dropping him with the Indian powerbomb! The Rock stumbled, dazed and confused, finding refuge on the second rope, leaving himself wide open for the 619! Rakesh nailed it, and tied the Rock up in an octopus stretch, forcing the Rock to tap out! Rakesh offer the Rock his hand, but the Rock spat at his hand and tried to hit the Rock Bottom, but Rakesh countered it! The Rock left in disgrace, while Rakesh celebrated the win in the middle of the ring!
Winner: Rockey Rakesh via submission [5:10]

 

Albert Beefcake was with Team Extreme in the back, who seemed to be fairly confident in their chances. Violent J told his partner that it would be best if he did the talking, since he was the team captain. While Marz shook his head, J explained to Albert that Michael Lucifer had requested something easy because of injuries sustained in the ladder match he competed in. J said that he was an inch away from capturing the International championship, and after punking out Statix and Nomad's asses, he would punk Michael Lucifer's ass out too, because at the next main event he was going to have a shot at his title again. Marz spun J around, and told him he needed to get it into his head that Marz was the number one contender this time. As the tag team champions left Albert arguing, Albo spotted Michael Lucifer in the shadows. He raced over and asked Lucifer whether or not he would be calling it down the line, Lucifer told him that he wasn't in the mood, and tossed Albo's mic. away.

 

Submission Heavyweight championship match
Jason Shamrock (c) versus Tito Ortiz
Tito Ortiz entered the arena first, accompanied by his support staff with a look of intensity in his eyes. Ortiz seemed to show no emotion as Shamrock made his way to the ring, brandishing his Heavyweight championship strap over one shoulder. The two came face to face in the ring, and tapped gloves as a sign of respect. The two shoot fighters jumped out of their corners like pedigree horses from the starting blocks, Ortiz going on the offensive with stinging kicks. Shamrock managed to block well, and went off the ropes nailing Ortiz with a Thesz press. Ortiz did his best to cover up from the punches, but Shamrock went into an arm bar, wrenching the arm. Ortiz managed to yank his arm loose, but at a price. Shamrock went for the tie up, looking for the belly to belly, but Ortiz broke the hold with a chop to the shoulder. Ortiz swung around his opponent, tying him up in a sleeper, but his shoulder seemed to be preventing him from applying the pressure he wanted. Ortiz took it to the matt with a sleeper drop, wrapping Shamrock up in a triangle choke, but unfortunately he was too close to the ropes. Shamrock managed to fend off the elbow strikes, and nail Ortiz with a belly to belly suplex! Shamrock clamped down with the ankle lock, and despite some powerful kicks, Ortiz was unable to break the hold, eventually passing out.
Winner: Jason Shamrock via submission [4:26]

 

The Hurricane was backstage with Albert Beefcake moments away from his match against Daemon X. Albo asked Hurricane if he could respond to the comments made about dramatic change coming to ICWW. The Hurricane told Albert that he considered him a friend, and an equal when it comes to fighting crime. He assured him that as a friend and crime fighter, he would never lie to Albert, and with that said, he thought Daemon X was just full of hot air. Hurricane told Albert that he'd seen it time and time again before. People in black leather, thinking they're bad ass super powers like in the movies. Hurricane told Albert that real heroes where bright colours, and real heroes don't need to wear leather because their skin is already tough enough to withstand punishment!

 

Daemon X versus The Hurricane
Daemon X' entrance didn't receive quite the ovation that the Hurricane's did, the crowd showing their support for the hero! The Hurricane leapt onto the turnbuckle, and stared down at Daemon X. The Hurricane looked Daemon X over, before going on the attack with a right hand. Daemon X blocked it, and dropped his opponent with an implant DDT! The Hurricane struggled as Daemon X lifted him up and scored with a scoop slam. As DX made his way to the top rope, the Hurricane stirred, and sprung to his feet, slamming his opponent off the top rope with a belly to belly suplex! The Hurricane continued to take advantage of the momentum, going up top and coming down with a swanton bomb! The Hurricane looked for the cover, but DX kicked out! Hurricane backed up, and prepared for the chokeslam, but DX was able to block it and drop Hurricane with an uppercut! Daemon X picked him up, entering into a grappling battle which the Hurricane won! He managed to tie up in a reverse face lock, when suddenly Jesseman raced down to the ring! Jesseman swung for the Hurricane with a steel chair, but hit Daemon X instead! The Hurricane snatched the chair away from Jesseman, and pointed the finger at him! Jesseman tried to back away, but the Hurricane caught him from behind, and nailed the eye of the hurricane onto the chair! Daemon X had recovered and tried to surprised him as he turned around, but the Hurricane was ready and nailed him with a chokeslam! Hurricane made the cover as Jesseman and Daemon X helped each other up the aisle, shouting abuse at the super hero!
Winner: The Hurricane via pin fall [6:06]

 

In the backstage area Albert Beefcake was watching the carnage on a monitor, when suddenly Abel Lucifer approached. Abel asked Albert if he'd seen Michael Lucifer, and Albert told him he had seen him earlier but didn't know where he was. Abel told Albert that if he ran into him again, he should tell him that his brother was looking for him, and still wasn't happy about how things ended with the mystery CEO. The detective in Albert got the better of him, as he asked Albert exactly how things ended. Abel got in his face and said perhaps he should rephrase, he's not sure he's happy about the way things are ending with the CEO. Albert looked puzzled as Abel headed off.

 

Triple threat Hardcore championship match
Shawn Michaels versus Marc Scott (c) versus Acidic Wonder
Although Acidic Wonder was hardcore champion at the time of the signing, Buddy Luv and Stat-Man accounted for Marc Scott's victory against Marz for the hardcore belt under the 24/7 rules. The triple threat match started chaotically, the three superstars converging at the entrance way without entrances. Michaels and Acidic Wonder had jumped Scott, but soon turned on each other, Michaels nailing the sweet chin music on the Wonder early on. Marc Scott raced to the ring desperately clutching his title, challenging Acidic Wonder to come in and get him. When he did, Scott nailed him with the title belt and again raced up the entrance aisle, only to get caught by Shawn Michaels! Michaels and Scott exchanged blows, Scott doing some serious damage with an Irish whip into the guard railing. With Michaels busted open, Acidic Wonder made his way back into the action, going on the offensive on Michaels while Marc Scott hovered at a safe distance. After hitting Michaels with the Acid Bomb, Scott prevented the cover and nailed Acidic Wonder with the Grudge onto exposed concrete on the outside, enabling him to escape with his hardcore championship intact, before running to the parking lot.
Winner: Marc Scott via pin fall [7:47]

 

Michael Lucifer made his way to the ring without his championship belt, as the fans prepared themselves for the intense headliner of the night. With the tag team championships on the line, Buddy Luv and Stat-Man speculated on which side of the line Lucifer would lay. His relationship with each providing an interesting element, but Stat-Man reminded Buddy Luv that you couldn't assume anything! Because Lucifer wasn't himself, and judging from Abel's appearance, he wasn't doing much. Buddy Luv said he wasn't so sure, but did agree with the logic of it, as the Y2Juggalo countdown began.

 

Tag Team championship match
Violent J & Marz (c) versus Statix & The Nomad
The challengers raced down to the ring, causing things to erupt into an uncontrolled brawl, something the referee Lucifer didn't seem to be intending on stopping. Marz tossed the Nomad over the top rope, and turned to lock eyes with Lucifer before stepping into his corner. Statix and Violent J continued things in the ring, J taking it to Statix with a spinning heel kick, before bringing him into the corner for the tag. Team Extreme dropped him with the double team spinebuster, before Marz started to work on opening Statix up with an abdominal stretch. The Nomad tried to intervene, but Lucifer kept him at bay, before checking that Statix wasn't giving out. Statix managed to break the hold, and send Marz into the ropes, only to be on the receiving end of a running knee lift. Marz stomped down on Statix, before making the tag to Violent J. J stopped in the middle of the ring and with Statix down, performed the J-arooni! Statix took full advantage of the break, making the tag to the Nomad who took J down with a bulldog! Nomad charged at Marz, taking it to him with a forearm, before turning his attentions back to Violent J with a crescent kick! Nomad followed it up with a big leg drop, before looking for the cover. Lucifer made a slow count, but before the Nomad could get into an argument, Marz took to the top rope, and got some air with a top rope spear taking Nomad down. Violent J crawled over the Nomad and looked for the cover, but he kicked out at two. J tossed Nomad over the ropes, and followed to the outside. J looked for the Irish whip, but Nomad reversed it, sending the Y2Juggalo into the steel ring steps! While Marz attacked Statix, Nomad dragged a table out from under the ring and set it up at ringside, but before he could use it, Lucifer attacked him from behind with one of the tag belts! Lucifer grabbed the ring steps and used them as a weapon to brutalize the Nomad, before turning his attention's to his friend Statix! Lucifer brought the steps down on both Marz and Statix! Lucifer rolled back into the ring and counted both teams out, before signalling for the bell and the titles.
Winner: No contest [10:04]

 

Lucifer snatched a microphone and announced that the titles would be vacant via a no contest. An evil smile crept across his face as he announced that the tag titles now belonged to him, and if the CEO wanted to get them back, he would have to negotiate with him. Lucifer laughed and announced that he didn't mind playing the patsy until he could get his own pawns into position, and now that he was ready, he would reign down upon ICWW with his vengeance. Lucifer rolled to the outside and said that the first sacrifice would come at the aptly named Dark Night, the first of many. Lucifer then picked up the bloodied Nomad, and chokeslammed him through the table at ringside! Statix tried to talk Lucifer down, but was on the receiving end of a scoop slam onto the Nomad for his troubles! Team Extreme regrouped and retreated to the back, title-less, as ICWW: Dark Night came to a dramatic conclusion.

ICWW: Breaking Point (2004)

Buddy Luv and Stat-Man were on their feet as the crowd went off for Breaking Point!
They were very excited about the match ups of the night, each showcasing some of the most brutal feuds in ICWW history. Marz/Oozaru, Rock/Nomad, Ortiz/Shamrock, and then the bad blood less travelled. The Y2Juggalo, Violent J getting his first shot at the International championship in a ladder match. They exchanged predictions before having roving reporter Gregory Helms come to them live from the back with Albert Beefcake. The Beefer having the night off shared his views, before Violent J approached. J asked them both to produce their ID tags, to make sure they were authorized to be within viewing distance of the Y2Juggalo. J triple checked the tags before heading to the back, leaving Albert and Gregory with odd looks on their faces.

 

Statix as special guest referee
Tito Ortiz versus Jason Shamrock
Statix made his way to the ring to decide his fate later in the night, whichever winner's hand he would raise to get a at his heavyweight crown. Once in the ring Ortiz and Shamrock wasted no time going at it, Ortiz attacking with fierce elbows. Statix broke the action up, but Ortiz went right back on the attack, only to find himself on the wrong end of a stiff shuffle side kick. Shamrock took it to the mat, applying an STF lock, but Ortiz was more than able to thrash his way out of it, and go on the attack. Shamrock, conserving his energy, went back on the offensive, rolling through with several locks before nailing a big belly to belly suplex! Shamrock applied the ankle lock, wrenching away on the hold until Ortiz had no option, but to tap out. Meaning the former tag team partners, and good friends would have to face each other. Shamrock was cautious before having his hand raised.
Winner: Jason Shamrock via submission [7:50]

 

Backstage Albert Beefcake was with Daemon X, who said he was feeling in very good physical condition, and was taking advantage of not having a match. Albert asked what Daemon X' goals were, and DX told him that he wasn't out to achieve anything in particular. DX acknowledged that he was still getting used to the ICWW style, but was confident that he could maintain his status as a looming threat, and maybe work his way up. Albert asked DX his thoughts on the matches of the night, and DX said even without knowing the feuds as well as everyone else, he could tell that putting money on any of them was foolish. He said he had a feeling gold might change hands though.

 

The Godfather versus The Hurricane
The Godfather was escorted to the ring by his lovely ladies as he got ready for his match with the Hurricane, who hadn't been seen in action for quite some time. The Godfather got on the microphone and was about to welcome everybody aboard his ho-train, when the Hurricane's music interrupted! The Super Hero raced to the ring and took it straight to the Godfather with a spinning heel kick! Pimping continued to be uneasy, as the Hurricane stomped down on the Godfather, offering a thumbs up to the crowd in between asserting himself as the aggressor. Godfather managed to slow the pace to his liking, utilizing the running splash, to which his size really favoured. Slowing things down, Godfather was really able to take control, taking Hurricane from the top rope with a superplex! With the near, Godfather hoisted the Hurricane up for the pimp drop, but Hurricane slipped out the back and hit the eye of the hurricane! A small package saw the Hurricane picking up the shock victory, as he wooshed out of the arena.
Winner: The Hurricane via pin fall [6:25]

 

In the locker rooms the Nomad was physically and mentally preparing himself for the match against his old adversary the Rock. Statix approached and asked the Nomad how he was feeling. Nomad admitted that their table match was one of the toughest on him, but he was more than ready to wander into battle with the Rock. Statix said the Nomad needed to have more faith. Statix told Nomad that he didn't have a good feeling about his match, and that the Nomad needed to realise, he's not a Nomad at all. He's chosen. There's a purity in his path.

 

Hardcore Championship match
Acidic Wonder versus Marc Scott (c)
With the hardcore 24/7 rule suspended by the mystery CEO, Marc Scott confidently strode to the ring with the belt over his shoulder. Scott took a microphone and announced to the fans that he was as shocked, and disappointed when he learned the 24/7 rule had been put on hold. He said that every night he woke up from a deep sleep, he felt guilty. Guilty because he couldn't get attacked, and guilty because he turned on his one time tag partner, Acidic Wonder. Acidic Wonder made his way to the ring, while Marc Scott continued to assure him that there was no bad blood between the two. Acidic Wonder jumped into the ring and asserted himself, tossing Scott, belt and all, across the ring with a big suplex. Acidic continued the vicious assault, stomping down on Scott before he rolled to the outside. Acidic Wonder taunted to the crowd while Marc Scott rummaged under the ring, finding a steel pipe! He tripped the Wonder boy, and dragged him under the rope looking to use the pipe as a weapon, but Acidic blocked it and tossed Scott into the steel ring steps. With Scott in next week the Wonder boy looked to use the pipe against him, but Scott countered with the grudge! He looked for a cover, but Acidic Wonder wasn't done yet, nailing with a uranagi on the outside and a cover.
Winner: Acidic Wonder via pin fall [5:31]

 

The International champion, Michael Lucifer, arrived at the ICWW arena a little late. Statix was there to greet him, and asked Lucifer what was going on. Lucifer tried to shrug Statix off, but the heavyweight champion grabbed the big man by the shoulder, asking him to talk to him. Lucifer said that later in the night he had a ladder match against Violent J, and that was what he was there to do. Not to wax philosophy, not to make a song and dance of everything, and not to play big brother to any kids. Statix furrowed his brow, as Lucifer continued on his way.

 

The Nomad versus The Rock
The Nomad made his way to the ring for the fourth time at a main event to face off against the Rock. The Rock strolled to the ring with an air of uncertainty as the Nomad taunted him from the ring. Reluctant to enter, the Rock stopped at the apron and hopped down, circling the ring. The Nomad stepped back, offering a clear path for the Rock to enter. Reluctantly the Rock entered, and the Nomad went straight on the offensive with a big neck breaker. The Rock struggled to recover from the assault, but found his bearings as the Nomad went to the top rope. The Rock countered with a huge top rope superplex, taking the Nomad down to the matt with ruthless aggression. The Rock nailed Nomad with a DDT and peeled his elbow pad off, tossing it into the crowd. The Rock hit the ropes, ready to hit the people's elbow, but the Nomad found a second wind, nailing him with a wide crescent kick! Both men went down, and struggled to their feet around the same time, seeing the Nomad walk into the rock bottom! The Rock picked Nomad up for another, but Nomad telegraphed it and hooked up for the bible black, but the Rock blocked that in turn! A death valley driver finished the match.
Winner: The Rock via pin fall [5:21]

 

Albert Beefcake and Gregory Helms were backstage, discussing the tag team championships which have remained inactive with no signs of activity. They again reiterated that the night's headlining showdown would pit Violent J, one half of the tag team champions, against against a less than potent Michael Lucifer. With the ladder in play, Albert brought up his doubts about Lucifer pulling it off. Gregory agreed with Albert, and said that from what he's been able to learn the events of the months when ICWW was inactive saw Lucifer take hard times. He said one of the biggest questions had to revolve around his break up with wife, Gwen, who seemed to be the one calming voice of reason. He said he found it odd that Lucifer was weaker.

 

Shawn Michaels versus Banging
The Heartbreak Kid Shawn Michaels strutted his way to the ring as the crowd went wild. HBK ready to kick it with the kliq against fellow former ICWW Heavyweight champion - Banging! The masked superstar stared at the polar opposite facing him across the ring, as the bell sounded. The two went face to face before tying up, Michaels coming out of it with a snapmare take over. Banging was up quick, and shot Michael into the ropes taking him down with a Samoan drop! Suddenly Chris Benoit raced down the entrance way, and attacked Michaels and Banging with a steel chair! The crippler cleared the ring, before rolling out and disappearing as suddenly as he appeared! The Referee called a no contest.
Winner: No contest [0:53]

 

Marz joined Gregory Helms and told him that tonight, he was going to give Oozaru the beating of his life. Marz warned that he was sporting a dangerous new finishing move, a move taught to him by the devil himself. Marz said he had sold his soul, but no cost was too great for greatness. Marz asked Gregory Helms if he'd ever heard of the Shotei palm strike. Helms said he knew of it from his days in Japan, but had never seen it executed. A sick smile crept over Marz' face.

 

Steven Oozaru versus Marz
The crowd were on their feet for Steven Oozaru and Marz' arrivals, perhaps presenting the most anticipated match of the night. The two squared off in the ring as the bell sounded, seeing Marz go straight for the Shotei palm strike. Oozaru desperately dodged it, slipping to the outside momentarily while Marz stalked in the ring, the scares of his match with Rockey Rakesh evident across his back. Oozaru climbed over the rope as Marz shot him into the ropes, catching him with a rolling wheel kick. Oozaru staggered as Marz hooked up for a vertical suplex, but fell victim to a vicious clubbing blow to the back. Oozaru followed it up with a hard back breaker to the mat, slowing it down with Marz writhing in agony. Oozaru picked his opponent up and slowly wrapped his hand around his neck, and he dropped him with a devastating chokeslam! Some of Marz' wounds appeared to be reopened by the impact, but he continued to fight, hitting a limp springboard kick. It wasn't enough, Oozaru finished the match with the flatliner and a lateral press.
Winner: Steven Oozaru via pin fall [2:33]

 

Rockey Rakesh was talking to Violent J in the back as Marz was helped in by officials. Violent J approached to inspect the situation, and asked to see all their ID tags. A bloodied and beaten Marz wished his Team Extreme partner good luck for his International match, and in response the Y2Juggalo thanked him, and asked for his ID. When Marz was unable to produce any, Violent J asked security to remove him from the building. Violent J said he wouldn't be able to fight if Marz kept interrupting the flow of energy by bleeding everywhere. Security escorted a stunned Marz out.

 

Heavyweight Championship match
Jason Shamrock versus Statix (c)
Jason Shamrock strolled to the ring to face his former partner, and the referee that granted him his shot at the title earlier in the night. The crowd went wild as the heavyweight champion offered Shamrock his hand in a show of respect. Shamrock refused it, and lashed out with a right hand! Shamrock was nowhere near as conservative as he was in the match with Ortiz, unloading with a devastating combination of punches and kicks. Statix struggled to find his balance, but found a second wind, allowing him to match Shamrock. Statix took it to the mat with a roundhouse kick, looking for an STF, but Shamrock countered it into a hold of his own. Statix was able to free himself and bought himself some time with the blood bomb! Statix went up top, looking for a high risk maneuver, and nailed it with a five-star frog splash! Statix again looked for the submission hold, but Shamrock was able to counter out of it, into the ankle lock! A belly to belly suplex finished Statix, just like it finished Ortiz. 1, 2, 3 count making Shamrock a two-time champ. After the match, Shamrock put the boot into his former partner, leaving him out cold and in need of a assistance.
Winner: Jason Shamrock via pin fall [9:59]

 

Ladder International Championship match
Violent J versus Michael Lucifer (c)
The headlining epic of the night sent the crowd into a frenzy as the challenger raced into the ring at the sound of the Y2Juggalo countdown. The International champion strode to the ring, Violent J coming out to aisle to meet him. The two exchanged shots, before Lucifer sent J into the crowd guard. Lucifer tossed VJ into the ring, and went to work on him with throat thrusts, driving him into the corner where he signaled for the boxing combination. Violent J had other ideas, hopping onto the turnbuckle to counter with a top rope bulldog! VJ stomped down on Lucifer, and waited patiently for him to get into position for the scissors kick! Lucifer was able to dodged the attack, and counter with a falling sleeper. Lucifer headed to the outside and pulled the ladder our from under the ring, as Violent J came flying over the top with a top rope plancha! The two battled on the outside, Lucifer sending his opponent into the steel ring steps, and he guard rail, trying to wear him down. J knocked Lucifer down and started to rip the padding up, exposing stone cold concrete on the outside! He tied up, but Lucifer dropped him with the Devil Driver! The two headed into the ring, exchanging blows back and forth before Lucifer managed to nail the impaler kick! Lucifer began to climb the ladder as Violent J struggled to his feet as Lucifer climbed up the ladder! The two battled back and forth, Violent J finally gaining the upper hand by knocking Lucifer off the ladder! Lucifer managed to shake Violent J off the ladder, leaving the two to battle it out again. Lucifer dropped Violent J with a powerbomb, and climbed the ladder once more, but when he reached the top, the title was hoisted up out of reach! As the champ looked around for answers, Violent J was able to pull him down, and start climbing himself. J tried to will the title within reach, when the big hand of Lucifer slammed him off the ladder! Slowly, Lucifer climbed to the top of the ladder, struggling to maintain his balance as he used his height to reach for the belt, and snatch it down for a shock victory!
Winner: Michael Lucifer via pin fall [31:59]

 

After the match, Michael Lucifer staggered out of the ring and up the aisle, leaving Violent J to ponder what could have been in the middle of the ring. Not letting it get him down, J celebrated the night with a Jarooni in the middle of the ring, closing Breaking Point out as the crowd went wild.

ICWW: Fatal Attractions

 

The crowd were on their feet as Buddy Luv and Stat-Man welcome fans to the first ICWW main event since October 2003! They showed footage of earlier in the night when Michael Lucifer arrived in the arena, wearing the 33 of the Charlotte forward Alonzo Morning. Buddy Luv mentioned that Lucifer wasn't looking as dominating as he could, asking backstage interviewer Gregory Helms to leave him alone. Stat-Man insisted that it was probably just mind games on the part of the mysterious superstar. Trying to psyche Steven Oozaru out for their match.

 

Minty Jones versus Acidic Wonder
For the first time since the early days of ICWW, Acidic Wonder made his way to the ring, enjoying the roar of the crowd for the first time since his retirement in October. Acidic Wonder offered his hand to Jones, already in the ring, but found himself on the receiving end of a jab as the match got under way. Minty followed up with a nice DDT, leaving Acidic Wonder out on his feet and ripe for a bulldog! Minty looked to follow it up with a chop, but the Wonder had none of that, sending Jones to the mat with a stinging chop of his own. Acidic Wonder clamped down with an STF, and scramble as he might, Minty Jones was unable to escape the move giving Acidic Wonder the win. After the match, Jones remained in the ring and had something of a tantrum, much to the disapproval of the fans. Minty raced to the back, covering his face, which appeared to be red.
Winner: Acidic Wonder via submission [3:09]

 

In the back the tag team champions, Team Extreme, were with Shane Altmann whom asked them how they felt about their respective matches that were yet to come. Marz told Altmann that he had a story. A story about a warrior who ran to a rock, but it wouldn't hide him. So he ran to the river, it was bleeding, all on that day. So he ran to the river, and it was boiling, all on that day. So he ran to the lord, but the lord said, go to the devil. He said go to the devil, all on that day. So he ran to the devil, and he was waiting. He ran to the devil, all on that day. Marz warned that in his match, Rockey Rakesh would have nowhere to run, with barbed wire ropes, and he would be waiting. Violent J interrupted and told Altmann that Marc Scott would be able to run either, and neither with the International champion. Marz looked stunned, and asked what Violent J was talking about. He said he deserved a rematch for the belt more than anyone. Violent J shook his head, and reminded Marz that the JCW champion was automatically the number one contender. Marz said he thought J lost the JCW title to Mannion, only to have the Y2Juggalo throw his hand in Marz' face. He told him it didn't matter what he thought, as the tag team champions left Altmann.

 

Hardcore championship battle royal
DDP (c) versus Steven Oozaru versus The Godfather versus Banging versus Chaos Drone
Diamond Dallas Page strolled his way to the ring for the hardcore championship war, only to be ambushed by the International champion, Steven Oozaru! Oozaru wasn't the only superstar in the title hunt, the Godfather was soon on the scene, and asserted his authority with his cane. DDP was eliminated from the fight early, being driven through a table early in the match. The International champion continued the battle, nailing the flatliner to pick up the win. As he headed backstage, the Godfather picked up pursuit, but they each found themselves attacked by Banging! Banging took the Godfather on, as Oozaru tried to sneak away from the fray, only to be caught by Chaos Drone! Out of nowhere the Drone went on the offensive, but Oozaru promptly put the beat down on the former Suck Squader. Banging and the Godfather were tied up, as Oozaru raced further to the back to wait out the battle royal time limit.
Winner: Steven Oozaru via pin fall [17:21]

 

In the back Gregory Helms was with former Eurasian champion, the Rock. He asked the Rock why it was he had chosen not to have a match on the card. The Rock raised his eyebrow, and snatched the microphone away from Helms. He told Helms the situation was a very simple one, and it revolved around the Rock's worth. The Rock said he had done a lot of things in his career outside of ICWW, but the one thing he'd never done, was capture ICWW gold. Helms tried to remind him of the Eurasian and hardcore championship, but the Rock stopped him, and repeated himself. The Rock flashed a filthy look at Helms, and turned his attention to the International championship. The Rock said he deserved a shot at the most revered belt in wrestling history, and he shouldn't have to win any kind of contender match, or anything else. The Rock said he had done it all, and if he wasn't going to appreciated for that, he didn't want to fight for it. He said he shouldn't have to work for it, it should simply be his, if you smell what he's cooking.

 

Shawn Michaels versus Daemon X
The Heart Break Kid's theme song erupted in the arena to a positive response, Shawn Michaels having not been announced to appear at Fatal Attractions. The former Heavyweight champion found himself with Daemon X as an opponent, as he looked to implement the ring psychology that had earned him a position as CEO. Daemon X seemed un-phased, pressing on with hard punches early on. The two tied up, seeing Michaels shoot his opponent into the ropes and take him down with a hard powerslam. Michaels signaled upstairs to the delight of the crowd, mounting the turnbuckle. Again he looked out for confirmation, but it proved costly with Daemon X springing to life and taking the showstopper down with a top rope belly to belly suplex! Daemon X stomped down on the fallen superstar, and looked to go up top himself, only to lose his balance, leaving him open for a press slam off the top by Michaels. Michaels quickened the pace, looking for an Irish whip, but DX countered and took him down with a Lou Thesz press. Michaels rolled to the outside, and retrieved a steel chair, rolling back inside only to have the chair dropkicked right back into his face! Daemon X capitalised with the dust to dust, and a cover.
Winner: Daemon X via pin fall [22:28]

 

While the technical team prepared the ring for the special, barbed wire ropes match to follow, fans were treated to a montage of past highlights in ICWW's history. Fans were surprised to see Superfly step out at the entrance way. He took to the microphone, and asked how everyone in the ICWW arena was feeling. Superfly asked the crowd if they knew what he liked about them, and was quick to inform that he liked nothing about them. The Superfly continued the verbal assault, until Abel Lucifer raced out and nailed him with a charging lariat! Superfly was out cold, as the mysterious superstar left as abruptly as he had entered. Superfly required assistance to the back from the technical boys, as the match got set.

 

Barbed Wire match
Rockey Rakesh versus Marz
The little fire cracker, although the only one of the two familiar with the barbed wire match, was by no means the favourite going in to face one half of Team Extreme. Marz sauntered his way to the ring, pausing to stare out at the crowd, before mounting the turnbuckle fearlessly to enter over the barbed wire ropes. Rockey Rakesh mamboed it up offering a light hearted slant to the match. Despite having the crowd behind him, Rakesh was unable to amuse Marz who went straight to work with a stiff clothesline. The angel with the scabbed wings continued the assault with a sunset bomb, into a leg grapevine. Rakesh struggled out of the hold, and looked for a swinging haymaker, but Marz ducked under it and went off the turnbuckle with the springboard kick! With Rakesh down, Marz combed over the barbed wire with a sadistic smirk on his face. He grabbed Rakesh by the head and dragged him toward the ropes, ready to inflict some serious damage. Rakesh was able to counter the move with a low blow, leaving Marz against the ropes and Rakesh to instinctively jump back and look for  the 619. The little fire cracker pulled back just in time, remembering the danger of the barbed wire. With his finisher rendered useless, Rakesh whipped Marz across the ring into the barbed wire! Marz' shirt tore easily, exposing his skin to the barbed wire  as Rockey Rakesh whipped him from side to side. Barely able to stand, Marz was finished off with an Indian powerbomb in one of the most bloody, and twisted defeats in ICWW history. The technical team returned to change the ropes over once more, but medical assistance first had to be offered to Marz, who had severe wounds to his back and arms. He was stretchered out.
Winner: Rockey Rakesh via pin fall [6:10]

 

Shane Altmann was with the Nomad, and asked him how he was feeling with his Heavyweight championship going on the line in a table match momentarily. The Nomad told Altmann that there were several issues he wanted to address. The first being, the Rock. The Nomad reminded Altmann of his sorted history with the Rock, and said that it's no secret that the Nomad has come out on top time and time again. He said that he'd seen the Rock's comments from earlier in the night, and he was disgusted. He said that it was a disgrace to have someone aim for a championship, but not be willing to earn it. The Nomad said that if anyone should be complaining, it should be him for being held back from the International title! The Nomad said that brought him to the next issue. He said he had been a Nomad for a long time, but it was a lie now. He said it was farcical to call him the Nomad, because he had discovered purpose. His first goal, to keep the Heavyweight championship belt, but he also was keeping an eye on the International title. The Nomad wrapped things up by warning that Statix, who can supposedly see the future, should know that he was going to be serving up a three course ass kicking once the tables were set up. He then warned that if the Rock didn't stop whining, he could be on the menu too.

 

Table Heavyweight championship match
The Nomad (c) versus Statix
Two of the biggest names in wrestling prepared to enter the ring to battle it out for the ICWW heavyweight championship strap. The Nomad, formerly known as the lord of the table match, looked confident coming in with a smug look on his face. Statix wasted no time dealing with Nomad's confidence, going straight on the attack with chops. The Nomad was staggered by the sudden assault, finding himself on the back foot as he went off the ropes, and taken down by a clothesline. Statix looked to keep the momentum in his favour, tying up for the blood bomb, but the Nomad was able to counter with the red myst maneuver! Statix staggered back, leaving the Nomad to tie up and drop the challenger with a uranagi. He slipped to the outside, and pulled a table out from under the ring, as the crowd went wild. The Nomad looked to set the table up, but Statix launched himself over the top rope with a swan dive to the outside! The Nomad went down hard, as Statix catapulted him across the outside area. Statix set the table up, and looked to blood bomb the champ through, but was unsuccessful in his attempt. The Nomad struck back with the red myst once more, and looked for the bible black, but Statix was able to fight out of it! The two exchanged trademark moves back and forth, eventually seeing Statix nailed the Static Slam! It was all over, The Nomad finding himself driven through the table. After the match, Statix helped the Nomad to his feet, the two acknowledging each other's efforts on the outside, as the crowd went wild for both of them. They strolled to the back together.
Winner: Statix via table [27:57]

 

Albert Beefcake was backstage with Gregory Helms to discuss his MMAF sanctioned cage match. The Big Beefer said he was confident that he could use his size, and mastery of the yellow bandana factor to overcome the focus and determined Tito Ortiz. Helms questioned Albo's reasoning, mentioning the confines of the cage favouring the more agile fighter. Albo let out a "rar" and told Gregory that he had obviously never seen some real fights. Albert said he hadn't been as confident as he was then and there since back home in Alaska, when he put money down on the bear fighting the beaver. Beefcake told Helms to put his faith in the yellow bandana force, before strutting his way to the locker rooms.

 

Violent J versus Marc Scott
The arena erupted as the Y2Juggalo countdown sounded throughout the arena, marking the arrival of the man himself! Violent J rolled onto the entrance way in the JCW VIP cart, for his match against Marc Scott. Marc Scott strolled to the ring, giving a member of the crowd the finger before climbing in ring with the Y2Juggalo. The two superstars stared each other down, the crowd going berserk for Violent J. Marc Scott looked out to the crowd with a stunned look on his face, as Violent J performed the J-arooni right in the middle of the ring! With Violent J shouting his catch phrase, Marc Scott when on the offensive, hammering down on Violent J with clubbing right hands. He tied up, wrenching the neck with a powerful neck breaker! Violent J staggered, rolling to the outside to try to recover, but Scott was quick to follow with an atomic drop! With Violent J down, Scott looked to pick him up for the grudge, but the Y2Juggalo took him down with a DDT! J followed it up, stomping down on the fallen Scott on the outside. J rolled back into the ring and hyped the crowd up more with another J-arooni! Marc Scott, furious on the outside, tossed a chair into the ring daringly. He rolled back into the ring, and challenged Violent J to use it. J snatched the chair, and looked out to the crowd for approval. With Marc Scott nodding, J shocked him hitting a toe kick, and following it up with a scissors kick! Violent J went upstairs, combing down with a devastating psycho flip, allowing him the opportunity needed to make the cover on Marc Scott.
Winner: Violent J via pin fall [3:37]

 

MMAF sanctioned cage match
Tito Ortiz versus Albert Beefcake
In the back, the MMAF cage was set up in the ICWW gym, where Tito Ortiz and Albert Beefcake prepared to enter. The referee on the outside made sure they understood the rules, as the bell sounded. Ortiz circled the ring, controlling the movement from the early on. He faked once, twice, before going on the charge with a stinging elbow combo on the Beefer! Albo staggered, using the cage to steady himself as Ortiz continued to menace him. Ortiz again went on the charge, but Albo was able to reverse the situation, leaving Ortiz nothing but cage. Albo staggered back, revealing a busted eye brow! The Beefer tried to tell the referee that he was feeling woozy from the blood, leaving himself wide open to a sleeper hold by Ortiz. He dragged the big man to the mat, clamping in with a scissors hold around the mid section, allowing him a stern hold. The Bear-Whale was put to sleep, but the devastating hold for a sub win by Ortiz.
Winner: Tito Ortiz via submission [4:13]

 

Speculation was high as Buddy Luv and Stat-Man eagerly awaited the night's headlining match, a no holds barred match for the International championship. With Steven Oozaru having picked up the Hardcore title in a hard fought battle earlier in the night, the pair did question the legitimacy of his chances. Buddy Luv again had to mention that Lucifer clearly looked depleted. He offered insight in the form of news, that Michael and Gwen had separated during the time ICWW was closed. Stat-Man also said that something happened between Lucifer and the CEO, whom remains unknown to the general public. Buddy Luv said things would have to be weighing in on Lucifer.

 

No Holds Barred International championship match
Steve Oozaru (c) versus Michael Lucifer
The challenger made his way to the ring first, wearing the classic "black armor" to the surprise of fans. Lucifer's presence was less that dominating as he entered the ring to await the champion. Steven Oozaru strolled to the ring with a big smile on his face, and both the International and Hardcore championship belts over each shoulder. Oozaru got in Lucifer's face, the two going nose-to-nose, until Lucifer broke it with a hard throat thrust, sending Oozaru staggering back. Lucifer sent Oozaru off the ropes, looking for a big boot, but Oozaru ducked it and came off the other side with a hard lariat. Taunting to the crowd, Oozaru gave time for Lucifer to drag himself off the mat. Lucifer came at Oozaru and tied up, looking for a gut wrench powerbomb, but Oozaru was able to fend it off and counter with a gut wrench suplex! Lucifer went down hard, and stayed down until Oozaru picked him up and looked for a chokeslam. Lucifer was able to fight out of it with shoulders, but Oozaru sent him off the ropes, scoring with a big boot to the face! Oozaru taunted again, presumably indicating the impending flatliner, but Lucifer nailed Oozaru with a low blow! He scooped him up for the Devil Driver, and scored the cover.
Winner: Michael Lucifer via pin fall [3:00]

 

Michael Lucifer received the championship, and had his hand raised with an exhausted look on his face. Oozaru nodded his head with a wide eyed look on his face, as Lucifer made his way up the entrance ramp to the back. Oozaru pointed to the hardcore championship, and out to Lucifer, as ICWW: Fatal Attractions came to a close.