When legends collide

*"Doomsday Clock" by The Smashing Pumpkins hits over the PA and the drums and heavy chords fill the arena. The audience knows the tune and knows who's about to make an entrance. Xander steps through the curtain, in casual clothes, receiving a huge pop. He's wearing a big grin all over his face. It seems more light hearted than his usual trademark smirk.*

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Harvey: Now if that ain't the Mean Mangle! Last week, he came up with an upset win over PPP La Bestia.

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RJ: You may call it an upset win, I call it disappointing.

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*Xander walks down the aisle, slowly, evetually tags some fans and obviously enjoys the support from the auditorium. A technical assistant places a microphone in the middle of ring. Xander climbs through the first and second rope, climbs the turnbuckle and extends both fists to the sky. He receives yet another massive pop. He jumps down and grabs the mic.

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Xander: *smirks* Alright, don't make me blush, okay? *pauses* Nice to see you.

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*Aplause and cheers from the audience*

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Xander: Well... I guess sometimes a good wrestler is like good wine - the older, the better. Noone expected me to beat PPP La Bestia. I know, many people hoped for it, but everyone had doubts. Everyone -except myself. I know it sounds cocky, but... it the moment you lose self-confidence, you can quit stepping into the squared circle. And I'm far from doing that.

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*Another wave of support rolls through the arena*

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Xander: Last week, I proved one thing - on a good day, I can beat everyone. It doesn't matter how big, how strong, how quick, how experienced, how skilled. On a good day, I'm all of that plus a bonus. So, you people get one highlight after another in this newborn fed. I have to compliment Zaphod on that. He does a great job in this great place.

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*RWU!-chants echo through the arena*

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Xander: So, now that I've surprisingly advanced to the final round of this little tournament... now that I'm only one step away from gold... I got only one thing on my mind...

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Harvey: Pain killers?

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RJ: I know what I got on my mind, but I can't tell on TV!

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Xander: First the brother - now the other!

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*The crowd roars and celebrates The Mean Mangle with Xander!-chants*

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*All of a sudden "Hell was made in heaven" by Halloween blasts over the PA. The crowd turns silent, awaiting one of the most dominant forces in wrestling today - and he doesn't disappoint them. Blackdoom steps through the curtain. The impressive man walks towards the ring, with a grim expression on his face. The audience welcomes him with mixed reactions.*

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Harvey: Oh my, I sense some tension out there.

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RJ: It's incredible how huge that monster is. You have to see that live, people.

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*Blackdoom calmly heads to the squared circle, steps in over the top rope. A roadie hands him a second microphone - and quickly retreats.*

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Blackdoom: This is how we meet again, huh? It's been a while since we last collided in the ring. And I have to admit back then, you got the better of me.

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*Spontaneous cheers from the crowd*

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Blackdoom: But you know what? The times they are changing. I'm not the beginner anymore. Neither are you. Both of us developed over the months and years, we took different directions and did things we aren't proud of. So, there are parallels in our careers, but I'm here to point out the differences. And the main difference is that I became a champion, a number one, a main eventer. And you became a... runner-up.

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*Spontaneous boos from the crowd. Blackdoom's expressoin is still grim. He's standing face to face with Xander. The Mean Mangle breathes deeply, trying to hold his horses. *

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Xander: Big words, big man. Yes, you look back on an impressive line of titles, wins and upsets. But do you know, what's that worth when we meet each other in the ring? Let me put it this way: Abso-frakkin'-lutely nothing!

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*The audiences quickly proves, that they're on Xander's side*

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Xander: It's a good old one on one. All that matters is who will be able to seize the momentum. When I look at you, Black, I see the physically most impressive wrestler I've had to fight in my career. I also see a former stable partner and travel compagnion for the last seasons. But there's also something that I don't see...

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Blackdoom: I can't wait to hear what...

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Xander: ... I can't see that hunger in your eyes. That glimpse of greed, the spark of unsatisfied desires. I see a fed and tired man who doesn't know what to do with all his powers. You, my old friend, are burned out. You reached a point, where you can't push your performance to a higher level anymore. You, my friend, are an empty shell. The passion's gone. You're at the point that I reached right before I joined TBG. I know the thoughts that quarrel you. I know exactly how you feel.

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Blackdoom: ... alright, alright, enough of that bull! YOU want to tell ME how I feel? That's funny. You're a funny little person. You think, now that we were allies for one season, you know me? You can play mind games with me? Don't make the mistake and underestimate me. I'm not weak. I'm not even weakened. I'll run over you and make myself the first RWU champion. And there's nothing you can do to stop me.

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*Blackdoom closes in on Xander, tips on his chest with his index finger. A very intimidating sight - but all Xander does is puttting on his trademark smirk again*

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Xander: Now that's the Blackdoom I love! That's the spirit, man. Did I enrage you? Good! You'll give your best next Wednesday? Good! Because you will have to face me for the gold. You will have to walk past me to get your hands on the title. And if you don't bring 100 percent, I am personally disappointed. Christ, man, after all this time you and I got the match we almost wanted. Two top performers collide in the ring for the championship. Don't you dare ruining this. Don't you dare thinking you could add just anothe reasy win to your account. Let's give this world the epic battle they deserve. I know I'm the underdog here. But therefor, all I can do is win. And so I am not afraid. I don't feel the slightest amount of fear. So, why don't we make it all a bit more exciting for you, me and the fans?

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Blackdoom: I'm all ear... what's your proposal?

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Xander: I only got two words for you - iron-man

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*The audience erupts in wild cheers and roars*

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Harvey: This... is... suicidal. Did Xander just call out an Ironman match against this Behemoth?

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RJ: Oh, those twists and turns! Blackdoom should say yes - just to prove the world he can whip Xander's butt for a full hour!

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Blackdoom: Ironman? You, me, a time limit and the most falls win? You're a funny little man.

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Xander: *smirks and stretches out his hand* What's new? Yes or no..?

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*As a reply, Blackdoom grabs Xander's hand with his huge prank and shakes it. The crowd erupts once more and comes up with mixed RWU!, Xander! and Blackdoom! chants. Suddenly, the General Manager's voice can be heard from the entrance*

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Zaphod: MAGRATHEA!

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*The crowd frenetically responds, while Blackdoom and Xander turn towrds the entrance and roll their eyes.*

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Zaphod: Oh, it's so good to see out potential champions side by side. Though, next week I expect more aggression. Some blood. A good fight. However, your wish shall be granted - let's make this an ironman match! But... squid per quote, gentlemen!

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*Blackdoom and Xander frown, the audience is confused.*

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Harvey: Erm... I think he meant 'quid pro quo'...

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RJ: Ya, but what he got was the silence of the lambs!

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Zaphod: You get something, I'll get something. Easy deal. I want you guys to prove your newly found union. And I want you to prove you deserve that kind of epic match.

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Harvey: I smell greatness.

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RJ: Wasn't me!

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Zaphod: Tonight... you guys... Xander and Blackdoom... will team up in the ring.

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*standing ovations*

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Zaphod: ... against who, you ask? Well, here's my answer...

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*He pauses and searches his pockets. He finally finds a worn piece of paper. He reads, frowns, reads again, then throws it away*

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Zaphod: ... change of plans. Marvin told me what to say, but I can't read it anymore. So, let's say... you guys will face they guys you already faced. Which means... it's Xander and Blackdoom... against PPP and Retribution!

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*While the crowd reacts with wild cheers, Blackdoom jaws at Zaphod, while Xander just stands there and shakes his head.*

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Harvey: Now that's what I call a tag team match!

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RJ: Indeed. Two against two!

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Zaphod: MAGRATHEA!

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*The crowd celebrates their GM, Blackdoom and Xander head backstage to prepare for their match. But when you listen very closely, you can hear the annoyed and depressed voice of an annoyed and depressed roboter.*

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Marvin: *sighs* ... but those were exactly the names I told him.