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Warfare - September 22, 2024
The show opens up by showing us the Elimination Chamber hanging above the ring inside the Warehouse. The fans cheer as we’re welcomed to the show by ring announcer Kim Roberts. Gemma Foster and Marina Flores quickly ran down the card for the night. With that, we were all set for the first match of the night!
EW RUSH MATCH
EXTREME CHAMPIONSHIP #1 CONTENDERSHIP
Jason Evans and Tala Leilani started this new match in Empire Wrestling. There were trash cans full of items scattered around the ring, as per usual in Extreme Division matches. A new competitor was set to enter every couple minutes and the rules were simple; the match can end at ANY moment by pinfall or submission. First pinfall or submission wins and not everyone has to enter before the end can come. Evans and Leilani felt each other out with strikes. Leilani had some power on Evans as she slammed him to the mat. Olivia Diaz rushed down to the ring next with a cookie sheet in hand and started to wack both Evans and Leilani! She cleared house and stomped around. Diaz delivered Skid Row (Running Knee Strike) on Evans and went for a cover but he kicked out at two. Leilani grabbed Diaz and started to toss her around and hit a big suplex. The fans cheered as Harper Blake made her way to the ring next and hit Diaz with the falcon arrow. She turned her attention to Leilani and was slammed down with a belly to belly! Manic was next to the ring and jumped on the back of Leilani and started to scratch at her eyes as they spilled out of the ring and fought near the barricade. Angelica Matthews was out next and quickly delivered the Buyout (Implant DDT) on the cookie sheet to Evans. She covered but Diaz broke it up. Krista May Williams came out shortly and quickly went under the ring and pulled out a table and set it up on the outside. She grabbed a chair and went into the ring and drove it into the gut of anyone that was moving. On the outside, Leilani powerbombed Manic through the table! Leilani and Williams battled in the ring before Colton Callahan came out next. Callahan hit a big clothesline on Leilani and she rolled out of the ring.
Another table had been broken, this time inside the ring after Callahan brought one into the ring. Callahan was hit with a big corner kick to the face by Blake and then placed on the table. Diaz went to the top and delivered a big senton to Callahan to put him through the table. Williams and Blake started to brawl as the fans cheered on. Harper Mason started to make her way down to the ring but was met on the ramp by Manic who was climbing out of the table she went through. Manic pounded onto Mason and the two started to brawl. Jason Evans looked for a meteora on Williams but she was able to get out of the way. Williams hit the Last Breath (Swinging Inverted DDT) on Evans as he stood. Blake hit Williams with the Future Sight (V-Trigger) and picked up a win as she rolled up Williams!
WINNER: Harper Blake via pinfall @ 15:42
Chasing That High
A bit of pre-recorded footage begins to play, revealing a calm, almost serene meadow. It wouldn't be just the landscape on display though. The highly energetic challenger to the Spartan Championship, Ricky Rodriguez, was shown, arms extended outwards as he spun around and around. That childlike smile shined brightly as he tilted his head back, looking up at that clear blue sky.
Ricky Rodriguez: ‘Life is a chase, mann~’
Ricky slowed his spinning a bit before elaborating on what he said.
Ricky Rodriguez: ‘Alwayss gotta be chasin somethin, no matter what it is. Moss don't grow on a rollin stone or somethin like that.’
He nodded his head firmly, finally stopping that spinning entirely. Bringing his hands up, he ran them through his hair, clearly a bit dizzy as he stumbled slightly.
Ricky Rodriguez: ‘Specially in this kinda business. If you don't go after it, someone else will and then you'll be stuck with that whole never really knowin, y’know?’
His head cocked to the side, Ricky had that inquisitive look on his face.
Ricky Rodriguez: ‘So you always gotta be ready, keep chasin and never look back. Never know when it's gonna be time. That's why I was surprised when I heard the news. Even after a pretty heavy loss like that, I get told that my hardwork..everythin that I put into all this is payin off.
I get that Spartan Championship Match against Travis Levitt. See, I'm not gonna lie..Championship matches? They're great, don't get me wrong. But to get pulled aside like that and to be told what I was told? I meant it when I said that meant the world to me.
So now..I’m gonna take the pride I'm feelin cause of that and I'm gonna to into this match with Travis and I'm gonna lay it all out there. I'm gonna throw everythin I got in me at Travis.
Everybit of fight. Everybit of passion. Everybit of everythin I got is goin into this match. Whether or not it's gonna be enough to walk away with the Spartan Championship? That's not for me to say. That's not for a lack of confidence or anythin like that.
I have the skill..the ability to win this match. Travis is an amazin athlete, don't get me wrong. But I've been here before. I know what it takes. I know I can win this match. But will I?
Only time will tell.’
Ricky flashed a smirk, laughing out before throwing his arms out. Taking a few steps back, Ricky returned to his spinning, seemingly finding his peace.
EW SPARTAN CHAMPIONSHIP
Travis Levitt (c) Vs. Ricky Rodriguez
Flores quickly reminded everyone of the Spartan Division rules; Twenty second countouts, title can change hands on a DQ, each competitor gets 3 rope breaks. Rodriguez came to the ring to a nice ovation from the crowd and he posed on the second turnbuckle before the match. Levitt was shown standing backstage where he was given some words by Samantha Hamilton. She got him fired up and focused and he came to the ring. He soaked in some cheers on the ramp and entered the ring. The bell rang and Rodriguez tried to catch Levitt off guard with a running pump kick and missed as Levitt dodged. Levitt hit a European uppercut and then tried to end it quickly with a backslide pin but Rodriguez was able to kick out. Levitt and Rodriguez both got to their feet and locked up. Levitt drove a knee into Ricky’s gut and Ricky came right back with a hard chop to the chest. They went back and forth and switched to Levitt hitting uppercuts and Ricky hitting forearms to the face. Levitt got behind Rodriguez and looked for his dragon suplex but Ricky flipped back and landed on his feet. Rodriguez locked in a sleeper hold and Levitt went to a knee. Levitt was able to make his way to the ropes and used his first rope break.
Levitt was still holding the ropes when Rodriguez hit him in the lower back with a forearm and then a big German suplex. Rodriguez went to the top rope and connected with a frog splash. He went into a cover and Levitt kicked out at two. Levitt got himself up to his feet and fell into the corner. Rodriguez charged and Levitt delivered the Resurrection Kick (Claymore) out of nowhere! It took Levitt a moment to get into a cover and Rodriguez was able to just reach out and grab the ropes, using his first rope break. The fans cheered the match on as both men got up slowly. Levitt started to set up for Renee’s Rise (Double Underhook Brainbuster) but Rodriguez countered into a hurricanrana pin and got two before Levitt kicked out! Rodriguez didn’t hesitate as Levitt stood and delivered To the Top (Springboard Cutter)! Rodriguez covered and the fans were shocked as Levitt kicked out! They cheered and Levitt got to his knees and put his fists up, ready to keep fighting. Rodriguez looked for Spirit Evolution (Stomp) and Levitt moved. Levitt ran the ropes and hit a running European uppercut and then St George Splash (Corner Avalanche)! Levitt kept moving and delivered the dragon suplex! Levitt looked for the Resurrection Kick and Rodriguez countered with a spear! To the Top! Bridged pin and Ricky picks up the three count!
WINNER AND NEW EW SPARTAN CHAMPION: Ricky Rodriguez via pinfall @ 19:29
Rodriguez celebrated as the fans cheered him on. He held up the title for all to see before Levitt started to come to. Rodriguez extended his hand and the two shook as the fans cheered. We then went backstage as the ring crew started to set up for the next match, getting everything locked in.
Memory Lane
As “Spoiled” Summer Page walks through the halls of the Warehouse she sees pictures of great Empire Wrestling moments from the past. Summer glances at a picture of Gabe Shelly training wrestlers in 2015. She passes a picture of the then Lacy Nelson moments after ending Daniel Daemon’s year long title reign to become the Empire Wrestling World Heavyweight Champion. There is a picture of Summer and her best friend Angelica Matthews, known as the Social Elite, holding their newly won Empire World Tag Team titles back in January of 2021. Summer pauses as she looks at that picture and smiles.
“Spoiled” Summer Page: There have been a lot of great things that have happened in this building over the last nine years. Most close to my heart is this is where I met my bestie Angelica four years ago in this very building. While we don’t team that much anymore as we are determined to show the world that we are not only a great tag team but also great singles competitors. Which brings me to tonight as Warfare where I have the chance to become the Empire Wrestling World Heavyweight Champion. This is something that I have dreamt about since I initially signed with this company back in 2020. Now I finally get a chance to make my dream come true. Granted I have to go through three opponents rather than just one but if things like this were easy then everyone would be doing it. Which will make becoming World Champion just that much sweeter.
Summer arrives at her locker room and opens the door to see her boyfriend Craig Barton sitting on the couch. Craig smiles at her as he stands up and they kiss each other on the lips.
“Spoiled” Summer Page: I’m so glad you’re here with me tonight.
Craig Barton: There is no place I’d rather be than here with you.
Summer smiles and hugs him even tighter.
“Spoiled” Summer Page:I’m just a bundle of nerves right now. I’m so excited, anxious, a bit scared, I’m just ready to get out there and get this match going. Not only because I’m wrestling for the World Heavyweight Championship but I’m stepping into the ring with three of the very best in the world. Marilyn is the current champion and has been here for practically forever. She is a legend in this company. Johnathan is an Empire Wrestling legacy. His dad Daniel probably had the most success holding the very same title belt we will be fighting over tonight, and Casey Grey might just be the greatest Primetime Champion ever. So I have to be able to bring it tonight to walk out as World Heavyweight Champion and I will damn sure bring it because what the three of you have done in the past won’t be able to touch what I’m doing in the here, now, and in the future. So the three of you better bring it because if not I will dog walk each of you around New York like you’re in a parade but that parade will be a championship parade for this hometown girl.
CAGE MATCH
Lacy Hartson Vs. Eve O’Donnell
Hartson made her way down first and immediately lifted the apron and started to pull stuff out of the ring as the referee yelled at her to get in the cage. She pushed a table into the cage door, multiple chairs, some sort of black bag, and a kendo stick. On her way inside she brought in some sort of toolbox and pushed the referee out of the way as she got inside. O’Donnell came out with her hair in a braid and fists taped up, ready for a fight. She climbed into the ring and the two started to brawl before the door of the cage even closed. The two swung wildly and O’Donnell grabbed Hartson by the hair and drove her face first into the cage! Hartson bounced and O’Donnell walked her to the other side and smashed her face first again! Hartson got free and hit a hard headbutt. Hartson quickly followed up with a sidewalk slam and covered, just getting one. O’Donnell got to her feet and slapped Hartson across the face as the fans ooh’ed. Hartson looked for a lariat but O’Donnell ducked, looked for a ripcord lariat and Hartson ducked. Hartson wanted a German suplex but O’Donnell hit her with a hard back elbow to the back and spun around. She pulled Hartson in and hit Winged Goddess (Butterfly Suplex)! O’Donnell started to set up the table and the fans cheered. Hartson staggered to her feet and O’Donnell smashed her face first into the face. O’Donnell hit a powerbomb! A second! She tried to finish up the Triple Goddess (Triple Powerbomb) into the table but Hartson landed hard right hands to the face and was dropped. O’Donnell wiped sweat out of her eye and was hit with a superkick! Hartson grabbed a chair and started to unload on the back of O’Donnell and screamed at her.
Hartson set up the chair, opened, and hit El Editor (Hammerlock DDT) onto it! Hartson covered and O’Donnell kicked out at two. Hartson grabbed O’Donnell and pulled her up slowly and slapped her across the face. She pulled her into the corner and stomped her in the corner as she was seated. Hartson grabbed a chair and wedged it between the bottom ropes, right in front of O’Donnell’s face. Hartson quickly ran to the far corner and came back with THUNDERSTRUCK (Running hip attack)! Hartson grabbed at her hip in pain but pulled O’Donnell out. She covered and was shocked when O’Donnell kicked out at two. Hartson looked around and grabbed the black bag and dumped the insides onto the table, covering it in tacks! O’Donnell had moved over to the toolbox and pulled out a long strand of barbed wire and wrapped it around her knee. Hartson charged and O’Donnell hit her with a jumping knee to the face! O’Donnell connected with Broken Dreams (Diamond Cutter)! O’Donnell covered and Hartson kicked out at two! O’Donnell grabbed a chair and placed it on the mat before hitting a second Broken Dreams! She covered and Hartson kicked out again! O’Donnell had enough and started to climb the cage. Hartson somehow pulled herself up and slowly climbed after O’Donnell. O’Donnell was shocked and was standing on the top of the cage. Hartson got to the top and tried to pull O’Donnell in for the Deadline (Tiger Driver ‘98) but O’Donnell got free. She pushed Hartson off the top of the cage as she fell backwards into the tack covered table! O’Donnell looked in shock as the referee checked on Hartson who wasn’t moving. O’Donnell climbed down and the bell rang.
WINNER: Eve O’Donnell via escape @ 20:44
O’Donnell made her way up the ramp slowly as EMTs rushed down to check on Hartson as the crew worked quickly to remove the cage sides. Hartson was alert and nodding as she picked a tack out of her arm and was helped out of the broken table.
Focused. Ready.
The scene starts with Moon Doorells walking and pacing around in the locker room. She’s wearing bright green and black ring attire for this event. Moon is seen pacing back and forth as she knows that this is the biggest match of her career.
Moon Doorells: Did anyone expect me to make it this far? Did anyone expect me to be in the biggest match of my career?
She stops in the middle of her tracks.
Moon Doorells: I didn’t expect this either to be honest. When I came into Empire Wrestling and signed up for this tournament, I came in, with only a couple of matches under my belt and a championship win under my belt. . You can say that was fast, as many can say that I was not ready to be a champion yet!
She resumes walking.
Moon Doorells: However, I look at my points. 23 points, and almost near the top. That says a lot in this business. It says a lot that I am able to hang in with the youngest and rising stars Empire Wrestling has to offer! It seems the Empire has a lot of faith in me, but I need to show that I have faith in them.
She looks down and paces back and forth.
Moon Doorells: The Warfare match that I will be entering will be the first time I will enter anything that has to deal with steel. My father has gone through it before and the feel of it really took a toll on him! This match can be dangerous and at the same time…
She stops and turns
Moon Doorells: I’m ready to win and take the points that I need to win it all.
Moon walks out of the room and heads to her matchup.
EW PRIMETIME CHAMPIONSHIP
Melody Slayton (c) Vs. Claire Talbot
After a quick break we were ready for the next match. Talbot came to the ring with support from the crowd as she entered the ring. Slayton came out and showed off the Primetime Championship before the start of the match. The two competitors locked up and Slayton pulled Talbot down to the mat with a headlock takedown. They wrestled around the ring and back to their feet before Slayton then hit a neckbreaker. Both Talbot and Slayton fought to their feet and Talbot hit a spinning back kick to the gut. Talbot grabbed Slayton and delivered a Shiranui. Talbot started to move quickly and hit a standing moonsault. She covered but Slayton kicked out. Talbot pulled Slayton up and whipped her into the ropes before hitting a jumping calf kick. Slayton bounced off the mat and rolled to her feet as she dodged an axe kick to the back. Slayton stepped behind Talbot and delivered a lungblower backbreaker that slowed her down. Slayton was in control once again and started to deliver a series of suplexes and slams. She pointed to her head and as Talbot stood, Slayton delivered the Mind Spike (Poisonrana)! Slayton smiled as she covered but it went away once Talbot kicked out.
Slayton went to the corner and sat on the top turnbuckle and readied. Talbot started to stand and Slayton looked for Misery Business (Panama Sunrise) but Talbot countered into a beach break! Talbot got to her feet and went to the top rope. She readied and looked for a moonsault but Slayton rolled out of the way. Talbot started to get up and was hit by Slayton’s Coldfire Strike (V-Trigger)! Slayton went to the corner and started to tune up the band. Slayton looked for the Full Effect V2 (Sweet Chin Music) but Talbot caught her with a jumping thrust kick! Talbot to the top where she then connects with Outfoxed (Diving 450 Elbow)! Talbot went into a cover and got two as Slayton kicked out at the last moment. Talbot took a few moments to regroup and started to pull Slayton up. Slayon was able to hit her with a jawbreaker to get some distance. Slayton started to set up for Welcome to the Wasteland (End of Days) but Talbot flipped around with a backflip to her feet. Slayton with another Coldfire Strike! Slayon looked for another Mind Spike but Talbot held onto the ropes and countered into an electric chair drop. Talbot went to the corner and connected with Flawless (Double jump moonsault) and covered, picking up a three count win, shocking everyone!
WINNER AND NEW EW PRIMETIME CHAMPION: Claire Talbot via pinfall @ 21:33
Talbot looked shocked as her name was announced as the winner. She had her hand raised and put the title on her shoulder in celebration.
EW EXTREME CHAMPIONSHIP
Chelsea LeClair (c) Vs. Harper Blake
Gemma Foster talked about Harper Blake’s upset win against Chelsea LeClair weeks back and she was looking for lightning to strike twice here tonight. Blake grabbed one of the trash cans on the outside and looked through it before pulling out a kendo stick and tossed it into the ring. She grabbed the trash can lid and went inside. She started to wield the lid like a shield and the kendo stick as a sword. LeClair came out next to a nice cheer and saw Blake in the ring and removed the title on the ramp. She looked beside inside a trash can and pulled out a broom. She slid a chair into the ring and went inside. She used the broom like a bow staff and the two started to swing at each other wildly as the fans ate it up! LeClair blocked a kendo stick shot and then swept the legs out from Blake and then jumped up with a knee drop. Blake started to get up but was spiked into the mat with LeClair’s Ocean City Crusher (Hurricanrana Driver)! LeClair was clearly fired up as she rolled Blake into a cover but Blake kicked out. LeClair rolled out of the ring and pulled out a table and got it into the ring. She started to set it up and Blake attacked her from behind.
Blake had control of the mat with a few takedowns and slams. LeClair was in the corner and Blake rocked her with a Facial (Running Facewash)! Blake needed a second to catch her breath and went to the top rope. Blake looked for DDS (Diving Double Stomp) but LeClair rolled out of the way. LeClair was to her feet and hit the Jersey Drop (Diamond Cutter)! She thought about going for a cover but quickly pulled Blake up. She rolled her onto the table and took the chair and jammed it into her gut. She placed the chair on top of her and went to the top. She dove and hit Canceled (Corkscrew Moonsault)! LeClair covered and picked up the win.
WINNER AND STILL EW EXTREME CHAMPION: Chelsea LeClair via pinfall @ 15:33
LeClair rolled out of the ring and picked up the Extreme Championship as Blake started to come to. Blake looked up at LeClair and the two gave each other a nod as LeClair turned away.
WARFARE MATCH
Moon Doorells Vs. Carter Adams Vs. Lucas Branson Vs. Bia Vs. Luna Bowman Vs. Leo Lions
We got a quick rundown of the points going into the Warfare Match. Doorells - 23, Adams - 26, Branson - 16, Bia - 31, Bowman - 28, Lions - 28. Flores makes sure to tell us that any pinfall or submissions in this match will get points to add to the standings and that the winner will get 12 points!
The match was set to start as Adams and Branson were selected as the first two fighters, the other 4 locked inside their pods. Adams and Branson locked up as the bell rang and exchanged a series of takedowns. Branson hit a snapmare on Adams and then popped him in the back of the head with a blow. Adams took Branson down with a drop toe hold and locked in a single leg crab. Branson was able to turn himself and popped Adams in the jaw with a stiff kick and then got to his feet. Branson hit a big exploder suplex as the countdown started. He started to look around and the fans cheered when Moon Doorell’s pod opened up. She jumped into the ring and hit Branson with a running crossbody. She got to her feet and took Adams down with a slingblade. She went to the top rope and hit a double diving clothesline to both Adams and Branson. Moon quickly went into a cover on Branson but he kicked out at two. She went over to Adams and he also kicked out. Things slowed for a few moments as Doorells and Adams fought in the ring as Adams tried to slow down her speed with some suplexes. The countdown was on and the next pod to open was Luna Bowman.
Bowman smashed Adams as he charged with an elbow to the face. She dropped him with a short arm lariat before turning to Doorells. Doorells looked for a crossbody off the second rope but Bowman caught her and countered into a powerslam! Branson charged right into a uranage! Bowman pulled Adams up and he tried to pull her down into a small package for a two count! As Adams got to his feet, the next pod opened up and it was Leo Lions. Lions jumped into the ring and took everyone down with a clothesline before shaking the ropes. He looked up and started to climb his way to the top of a pod as the fans cheered. Doorells and Branson turned their attention to him and he looked for the Lion Pounce (Crossbody) off the top of the top and took them both out! Lions was pulled up from behind and hit with a German suplex from Bowman. Bia started to pace in her pod as the countdown hit and she finally had her exit and all 6 competitors were in the ring. Bia ran around the ring on the small area between the pods and hit Adams with a spear! Into the ring, Bia took out Branson with a clothesline. She lifted Lions up with a press and tossed him onto Doorells. Bia went back to the outside and speared Adams into the plexiglass of a pod and went through it as the fans roared! Bia tossed Adams into the ring as she started to fight with Bowman on the outside. Adams stumbled and was hit with Doorells’ Full Moon (Backhead Crash to Front Flip Cutter)! She covered and picked up a pinfall. Doorells now has 30 points!
ELIMINATED: Carter Adams
Doorells quickly found herself rolled up by Branson for a two count. They both were up and Lions hit Branson with a suplex. Doorells looked for a clothesline on Lions but he ducked it and looked for a lionsault on Branson who rolled out of the way. Branson quickly went into Dead Man’s Hand (Arm Trap Crossface) and forced Lions to tap out! Branson earned 10 points for a total of 26!
ELIMINATED: Leo Lions
Branson looked around and was quickly taken down by Bia and her Olympus Has Fallen (The Big Ending)! Bia turned back to Doorells as they started to go back and forth. Branson staggered to his feet and spiked him with the USS Indianapolis (Flowing snap DDT) and covered for three! Bowman picked up 7 points and sat at 35, currently in first place in the standings!
ELIMINATED: Lucas Branson
Doorells quickly was on Bowman as she was looking to add points to her standings and rolled her up but only got two. Doorells looked for an armbar and had Bowman screaming and fighting, not giving up. Bia came over and spartan kicked Doorells in the chest to break it up. She tossed her over the ropes and to the floor and followed. Bia tossed Doorells into the cage and then delivered a belly to back suplex on the metal floor. Bia entered the ring and stood across from Bowman. The two powerhouses met and went blow for blow as they worked to chop each other down with hard forearms. Bia hit a headbutt and then a suplex. Bowman was able to get up quickly and started to set up for her Sweet Dreams (Fireman's carry overhead kick) but Bia countered and pulled Bowman down into a rear naked choke! Doorells came off the top rope and hit a frog splash on both Bia and Bowman! Doorells locked in a sleeper on Bowman and the referee called for the bell, giving Doorells another 10 points for 40 points!
ELIMINATED: Luna Bowman
Doorells quickly jumped onto Bia who kicked out! Bia and Doorells got to their feet as the fans cheered. They came to blows in the middle of the ring but Bia quickly out powered Doorells with stiff strikes. Bia started to lift Doorells up for the Maelstrom (F5) but Doorells countered into ATL Vice (RKO)! She covered Bia again and Bia kicked out just before three. Bia got herself up and Doorells ran the ropes but ran right into the Dock Blocker (Pounce) from Bia! Bia lifted her up and delivered Olympus Has Fallen and covered. The fans were shocked as Doorells kicked out at two. Bia pulled Doorells up and lifted her to the top turnbuckle. They went up top and Doorells started to fight back. Doorells grabbed Bia and delivered the Eclipse of the Heart (Spanish Fly into Armbar)! Bia struggled and as it looked like she was about to tap, she was able to start to turn herself and used her power. Bia lifted Doorells up and hit the Maelstrom! She covered and was able to get the three count!
WINNER: Bia @ 29:51
Bia secured 12 points with a win in the Warfare Match and a grand total of 43 and a first place finish. The fans gave a standing ovation to Bia and Doorells as Doorells finished with 40 points for second place. Bia and Doorells shook hands in the ring. Doorells left as the referee handed Bia the Warfare trophy and let her celebrate.
EW WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP
Marilyn Lee Cross (c) Vs. Jonathan Daemon Vs. Summer Page Vs. Casey Grey
After a quick break the ring had been reset and it was time for the main event of the evening. Casey Grey was the first to the ring, followed by Summer Page, Jonathan Daemon, and lastly World Champion Marilyn Lee Cross. Each competitor was in a corner as they were all introduced to the crowd. The crowd was buzzing as the bell rang and we got under way. Daemon and Cross came to blows first before Grey and Page started to clash. Page hit a snap suplex on Grey but she got right to her feet and hit Page with a dropkick. Daemon and Cross went blow for blow with forearms to the face. Daemon hit a big uppercut but Cross came right back with a hard chop. Cross hit Daemon with a palm strike before Daemon took her down with an exploder suplex. Daemon and Grey backed into each other before turning around. Grey hit him with the Breath Mint (Forearm Smash) and staggered him into the ropes. Daemon came back with the Profound Refusal (Running Shotei strike to the Face). Daemon lifted Grey and delivered the Ritual Disembowelment III (Fireman’s Carry into Single knee kneeling gutbuster) and she rolled to the outside.
Cross was up and delivered the Catch Your Breath (Striking Spear) to Daemon as he stood! She went for a cover but he kicked out at two and rolled out of the ring. Cross was up and turned to Page. Page charged and delivered a code red! She covered and Cross kicked out. Both women were up quickly and Page was able to connect with 1999 (Impaler DDT). Cross stumbled to her feet and Page charged as Cross dropped and held the top rope down, causing Page to go up and over to the floor. Cross ran the ropes and dove through, taking out Page and Daemon! Cross started to stand but was sent into the steel steps by Grey. Grey pulled her up and speared her back first into the barricade and then rolled her into the ring. Grey climbed in after her and grabbed Cross before connecting into the GTO (Fisherman Driver) and went right into the Bitch Muzzle (Crossface)! Cross refused to tap as Grey had her locked into the hold tightly. Daemon was in the ring and kicked Grey off of Cross. Daemon pulled Grey up and tossed her into a corner. He pulled Cross up and started to attack her with knee strikes to the gut and blows to the neck. He started to look for a standing crossface chickenwing but Cross was able to roll through and broke it up. Both stood and Page was there with a crossbody off the top to take them both out!
Page was fired up as Daemon stood and she connected with Spoiled Rotten (Backstabber). Page quickly got up and ate Cross’ Mary Go Round (Discus Big Boot)! Cross grabbed Page and connected with the Button Down (Big Bang Theory) and covered, getting two before Grey broke it up. Grey tried to lift Cross up for the Rackkash (Rack Attack) but Daemon broke it up with the Profound Refusal. Daemon grabbed Grey and delivered his Twist of Cain (Vertical Suplex Piledriver). He started to stand and Cross was there with the John Wilkes Boot (Running Yakuza Kick to the back of the head)! Page grabbed Cross as she stood and sent her shoulder first into the corner, hitting the post, and falling the apron and then floor. Page ran to the corner and hit Grey with the MPME (Most Perfect Moonsault Ever [Best Moonsault Ever])! She hooked both legs and picked up the victory!
WINNER AND NEW EW WORLD CHAMPION: Summer Page via pinfall @ 25:11
Page rolled to her knees in shock as she pulled her hair back. The referee handed her the title as she started to celebrate. Daemon and Cross both watched on from outside of the ring as they pushed away trainers looking to check on them. The show ended with Page holding the title above her head as the fans cheered her on.
EW RUSH MATCH
EXTREME CHAMPIONSHIP #1 CONTENDERSHIP
Jason Evans and Tala Leilani started this new match in Empire Wrestling. There were trash cans full of items scattered around the ring, as per usual in Extreme Division matches. A new competitor was set to enter every couple minutes and the rules were simple; the match can end at ANY moment by pinfall or submission. First pinfall or submission wins and not everyone has to enter before the end can come. Evans and Leilani felt each other out with strikes. Leilani had some power on Evans as she slammed him to the mat. Olivia Diaz rushed down to the ring next with a cookie sheet in hand and started to wack both Evans and Leilani! She cleared house and stomped around. Diaz delivered Skid Row (Running Knee Strike) on Evans and went for a cover but he kicked out at two. Leilani grabbed Diaz and started to toss her around and hit a big suplex. The fans cheered as Harper Blake made her way to the ring next and hit Diaz with the falcon arrow. She turned her attention to Leilani and was slammed down with a belly to belly! Manic was next to the ring and jumped on the back of Leilani and started to scratch at her eyes as they spilled out of the ring and fought near the barricade. Angelica Matthews was out next and quickly delivered the Buyout (Implant DDT) on the cookie sheet to Evans. She covered but Diaz broke it up. Krista May Williams came out shortly and quickly went under the ring and pulled out a table and set it up on the outside. She grabbed a chair and went into the ring and drove it into the gut of anyone that was moving. On the outside, Leilani powerbombed Manic through the table! Leilani and Williams battled in the ring before Colton Callahan came out next. Callahan hit a big clothesline on Leilani and she rolled out of the ring.
Another table had been broken, this time inside the ring after Callahan brought one into the ring. Callahan was hit with a big corner kick to the face by Blake and then placed on the table. Diaz went to the top and delivered a big senton to Callahan to put him through the table. Williams and Blake started to brawl as the fans cheered on. Harper Mason started to make her way down to the ring but was met on the ramp by Manic who was climbing out of the table she went through. Manic pounded onto Mason and the two started to brawl. Jason Evans looked for a meteora on Williams but she was able to get out of the way. Williams hit the Last Breath (Swinging Inverted DDT) on Evans as he stood. Blake hit Williams with the Future Sight (V-Trigger) and picked up a win as she rolled up Williams!
WINNER: Harper Blake via pinfall @ 15:42
Chasing That High
A bit of pre-recorded footage begins to play, revealing a calm, almost serene meadow. It wouldn't be just the landscape on display though. The highly energetic challenger to the Spartan Championship, Ricky Rodriguez, was shown, arms extended outwards as he spun around and around. That childlike smile shined brightly as he tilted his head back, looking up at that clear blue sky.
Ricky Rodriguez: ‘Life is a chase, mann~’
Ricky slowed his spinning a bit before elaborating on what he said.
Ricky Rodriguez: ‘Alwayss gotta be chasin somethin, no matter what it is. Moss don't grow on a rollin stone or somethin like that.’
He nodded his head firmly, finally stopping that spinning entirely. Bringing his hands up, he ran them through his hair, clearly a bit dizzy as he stumbled slightly.
Ricky Rodriguez: ‘Specially in this kinda business. If you don't go after it, someone else will and then you'll be stuck with that whole never really knowin, y’know?’
His head cocked to the side, Ricky had that inquisitive look on his face.
Ricky Rodriguez: ‘So you always gotta be ready, keep chasin and never look back. Never know when it's gonna be time. That's why I was surprised when I heard the news. Even after a pretty heavy loss like that, I get told that my hardwork..everythin that I put into all this is payin off.
I get that Spartan Championship Match against Travis Levitt. See, I'm not gonna lie..Championship matches? They're great, don't get me wrong. But to get pulled aside like that and to be told what I was told? I meant it when I said that meant the world to me.
So now..I’m gonna take the pride I'm feelin cause of that and I'm gonna to into this match with Travis and I'm gonna lay it all out there. I'm gonna throw everythin I got in me at Travis.
Everybit of fight. Everybit of passion. Everybit of everythin I got is goin into this match. Whether or not it's gonna be enough to walk away with the Spartan Championship? That's not for me to say. That's not for a lack of confidence or anythin like that.
I have the skill..the ability to win this match. Travis is an amazin athlete, don't get me wrong. But I've been here before. I know what it takes. I know I can win this match. But will I?
Only time will tell.’
Ricky flashed a smirk, laughing out before throwing his arms out. Taking a few steps back, Ricky returned to his spinning, seemingly finding his peace.
EW SPARTAN CHAMPIONSHIP
Travis Levitt (c) Vs. Ricky Rodriguez
Flores quickly reminded everyone of the Spartan Division rules; Twenty second countouts, title can change hands on a DQ, each competitor gets 3 rope breaks. Rodriguez came to the ring to a nice ovation from the crowd and he posed on the second turnbuckle before the match. Levitt was shown standing backstage where he was given some words by Samantha Hamilton. She got him fired up and focused and he came to the ring. He soaked in some cheers on the ramp and entered the ring. The bell rang and Rodriguez tried to catch Levitt off guard with a running pump kick and missed as Levitt dodged. Levitt hit a European uppercut and then tried to end it quickly with a backslide pin but Rodriguez was able to kick out. Levitt and Rodriguez both got to their feet and locked up. Levitt drove a knee into Ricky’s gut and Ricky came right back with a hard chop to the chest. They went back and forth and switched to Levitt hitting uppercuts and Ricky hitting forearms to the face. Levitt got behind Rodriguez and looked for his dragon suplex but Ricky flipped back and landed on his feet. Rodriguez locked in a sleeper hold and Levitt went to a knee. Levitt was able to make his way to the ropes and used his first rope break.
Levitt was still holding the ropes when Rodriguez hit him in the lower back with a forearm and then a big German suplex. Rodriguez went to the top rope and connected with a frog splash. He went into a cover and Levitt kicked out at two. Levitt got himself up to his feet and fell into the corner. Rodriguez charged and Levitt delivered the Resurrection Kick (Claymore) out of nowhere! It took Levitt a moment to get into a cover and Rodriguez was able to just reach out and grab the ropes, using his first rope break. The fans cheered the match on as both men got up slowly. Levitt started to set up for Renee’s Rise (Double Underhook Brainbuster) but Rodriguez countered into a hurricanrana pin and got two before Levitt kicked out! Rodriguez didn’t hesitate as Levitt stood and delivered To the Top (Springboard Cutter)! Rodriguez covered and the fans were shocked as Levitt kicked out! They cheered and Levitt got to his knees and put his fists up, ready to keep fighting. Rodriguez looked for Spirit Evolution (Stomp) and Levitt moved. Levitt ran the ropes and hit a running European uppercut and then St George Splash (Corner Avalanche)! Levitt kept moving and delivered the dragon suplex! Levitt looked for the Resurrection Kick and Rodriguez countered with a spear! To the Top! Bridged pin and Ricky picks up the three count!
WINNER AND NEW EW SPARTAN CHAMPION: Ricky Rodriguez via pinfall @ 19:29
Rodriguez celebrated as the fans cheered him on. He held up the title for all to see before Levitt started to come to. Rodriguez extended his hand and the two shook as the fans cheered. We then went backstage as the ring crew started to set up for the next match, getting everything locked in.
Memory Lane
As “Spoiled” Summer Page walks through the halls of the Warehouse she sees pictures of great Empire Wrestling moments from the past. Summer glances at a picture of Gabe Shelly training wrestlers in 2015. She passes a picture of the then Lacy Nelson moments after ending Daniel Daemon’s year long title reign to become the Empire Wrestling World Heavyweight Champion. There is a picture of Summer and her best friend Angelica Matthews, known as the Social Elite, holding their newly won Empire World Tag Team titles back in January of 2021. Summer pauses as she looks at that picture and smiles.
“Spoiled” Summer Page: There have been a lot of great things that have happened in this building over the last nine years. Most close to my heart is this is where I met my bestie Angelica four years ago in this very building. While we don’t team that much anymore as we are determined to show the world that we are not only a great tag team but also great singles competitors. Which brings me to tonight as Warfare where I have the chance to become the Empire Wrestling World Heavyweight Champion. This is something that I have dreamt about since I initially signed with this company back in 2020. Now I finally get a chance to make my dream come true. Granted I have to go through three opponents rather than just one but if things like this were easy then everyone would be doing it. Which will make becoming World Champion just that much sweeter.
Summer arrives at her locker room and opens the door to see her boyfriend Craig Barton sitting on the couch. Craig smiles at her as he stands up and they kiss each other on the lips.
“Spoiled” Summer Page: I’m so glad you’re here with me tonight.
Craig Barton: There is no place I’d rather be than here with you.
Summer smiles and hugs him even tighter.
“Spoiled” Summer Page:I’m just a bundle of nerves right now. I’m so excited, anxious, a bit scared, I’m just ready to get out there and get this match going. Not only because I’m wrestling for the World Heavyweight Championship but I’m stepping into the ring with three of the very best in the world. Marilyn is the current champion and has been here for practically forever. She is a legend in this company. Johnathan is an Empire Wrestling legacy. His dad Daniel probably had the most success holding the very same title belt we will be fighting over tonight, and Casey Grey might just be the greatest Primetime Champion ever. So I have to be able to bring it tonight to walk out as World Heavyweight Champion and I will damn sure bring it because what the three of you have done in the past won’t be able to touch what I’m doing in the here, now, and in the future. So the three of you better bring it because if not I will dog walk each of you around New York like you’re in a parade but that parade will be a championship parade for this hometown girl.
CAGE MATCH
Lacy Hartson Vs. Eve O’Donnell
Hartson made her way down first and immediately lifted the apron and started to pull stuff out of the ring as the referee yelled at her to get in the cage. She pushed a table into the cage door, multiple chairs, some sort of black bag, and a kendo stick. On her way inside she brought in some sort of toolbox and pushed the referee out of the way as she got inside. O’Donnell came out with her hair in a braid and fists taped up, ready for a fight. She climbed into the ring and the two started to brawl before the door of the cage even closed. The two swung wildly and O’Donnell grabbed Hartson by the hair and drove her face first into the cage! Hartson bounced and O’Donnell walked her to the other side and smashed her face first again! Hartson got free and hit a hard headbutt. Hartson quickly followed up with a sidewalk slam and covered, just getting one. O’Donnell got to her feet and slapped Hartson across the face as the fans ooh’ed. Hartson looked for a lariat but O’Donnell ducked, looked for a ripcord lariat and Hartson ducked. Hartson wanted a German suplex but O’Donnell hit her with a hard back elbow to the back and spun around. She pulled Hartson in and hit Winged Goddess (Butterfly Suplex)! O’Donnell started to set up the table and the fans cheered. Hartson staggered to her feet and O’Donnell smashed her face first into the face. O’Donnell hit a powerbomb! A second! She tried to finish up the Triple Goddess (Triple Powerbomb) into the table but Hartson landed hard right hands to the face and was dropped. O’Donnell wiped sweat out of her eye and was hit with a superkick! Hartson grabbed a chair and started to unload on the back of O’Donnell and screamed at her.
Hartson set up the chair, opened, and hit El Editor (Hammerlock DDT) onto it! Hartson covered and O’Donnell kicked out at two. Hartson grabbed O’Donnell and pulled her up slowly and slapped her across the face. She pulled her into the corner and stomped her in the corner as she was seated. Hartson grabbed a chair and wedged it between the bottom ropes, right in front of O’Donnell’s face. Hartson quickly ran to the far corner and came back with THUNDERSTRUCK (Running hip attack)! Hartson grabbed at her hip in pain but pulled O’Donnell out. She covered and was shocked when O’Donnell kicked out at two. Hartson looked around and grabbed the black bag and dumped the insides onto the table, covering it in tacks! O’Donnell had moved over to the toolbox and pulled out a long strand of barbed wire and wrapped it around her knee. Hartson charged and O’Donnell hit her with a jumping knee to the face! O’Donnell connected with Broken Dreams (Diamond Cutter)! O’Donnell covered and Hartson kicked out at two! O’Donnell grabbed a chair and placed it on the mat before hitting a second Broken Dreams! She covered and Hartson kicked out again! O’Donnell had enough and started to climb the cage. Hartson somehow pulled herself up and slowly climbed after O’Donnell. O’Donnell was shocked and was standing on the top of the cage. Hartson got to the top and tried to pull O’Donnell in for the Deadline (Tiger Driver ‘98) but O’Donnell got free. She pushed Hartson off the top of the cage as she fell backwards into the tack covered table! O’Donnell looked in shock as the referee checked on Hartson who wasn’t moving. O’Donnell climbed down and the bell rang.
WINNER: Eve O’Donnell via escape @ 20:44
O’Donnell made her way up the ramp slowly as EMTs rushed down to check on Hartson as the crew worked quickly to remove the cage sides. Hartson was alert and nodding as she picked a tack out of her arm and was helped out of the broken table.
Focused. Ready.
The scene starts with Moon Doorells walking and pacing around in the locker room. She’s wearing bright green and black ring attire for this event. Moon is seen pacing back and forth as she knows that this is the biggest match of her career.
Moon Doorells: Did anyone expect me to make it this far? Did anyone expect me to be in the biggest match of my career?
She stops in the middle of her tracks.
Moon Doorells: I didn’t expect this either to be honest. When I came into Empire Wrestling and signed up for this tournament, I came in, with only a couple of matches under my belt and a championship win under my belt. . You can say that was fast, as many can say that I was not ready to be a champion yet!
She resumes walking.
Moon Doorells: However, I look at my points. 23 points, and almost near the top. That says a lot in this business. It says a lot that I am able to hang in with the youngest and rising stars Empire Wrestling has to offer! It seems the Empire has a lot of faith in me, but I need to show that I have faith in them.
She looks down and paces back and forth.
Moon Doorells: The Warfare match that I will be entering will be the first time I will enter anything that has to deal with steel. My father has gone through it before and the feel of it really took a toll on him! This match can be dangerous and at the same time…
She stops and turns
Moon Doorells: I’m ready to win and take the points that I need to win it all.
Moon walks out of the room and heads to her matchup.
EW PRIMETIME CHAMPIONSHIP
Melody Slayton (c) Vs. Claire Talbot
After a quick break we were ready for the next match. Talbot came to the ring with support from the crowd as she entered the ring. Slayton came out and showed off the Primetime Championship before the start of the match. The two competitors locked up and Slayton pulled Talbot down to the mat with a headlock takedown. They wrestled around the ring and back to their feet before Slayton then hit a neckbreaker. Both Talbot and Slayton fought to their feet and Talbot hit a spinning back kick to the gut. Talbot grabbed Slayton and delivered a Shiranui. Talbot started to move quickly and hit a standing moonsault. She covered but Slayton kicked out. Talbot pulled Slayton up and whipped her into the ropes before hitting a jumping calf kick. Slayton bounced off the mat and rolled to her feet as she dodged an axe kick to the back. Slayton stepped behind Talbot and delivered a lungblower backbreaker that slowed her down. Slayton was in control once again and started to deliver a series of suplexes and slams. She pointed to her head and as Talbot stood, Slayton delivered the Mind Spike (Poisonrana)! Slayton smiled as she covered but it went away once Talbot kicked out.
Slayton went to the corner and sat on the top turnbuckle and readied. Talbot started to stand and Slayton looked for Misery Business (Panama Sunrise) but Talbot countered into a beach break! Talbot got to her feet and went to the top rope. She readied and looked for a moonsault but Slayton rolled out of the way. Talbot started to get up and was hit by Slayton’s Coldfire Strike (V-Trigger)! Slayton went to the corner and started to tune up the band. Slayton looked for the Full Effect V2 (Sweet Chin Music) but Talbot caught her with a jumping thrust kick! Talbot to the top where she then connects with Outfoxed (Diving 450 Elbow)! Talbot went into a cover and got two as Slayton kicked out at the last moment. Talbot took a few moments to regroup and started to pull Slayton up. Slayon was able to hit her with a jawbreaker to get some distance. Slayton started to set up for Welcome to the Wasteland (End of Days) but Talbot flipped around with a backflip to her feet. Slayton with another Coldfire Strike! Slayon looked for another Mind Spike but Talbot held onto the ropes and countered into an electric chair drop. Talbot went to the corner and connected with Flawless (Double jump moonsault) and covered, picking up a three count win, shocking everyone!
WINNER AND NEW EW PRIMETIME CHAMPION: Claire Talbot via pinfall @ 21:33
Talbot looked shocked as her name was announced as the winner. She had her hand raised and put the title on her shoulder in celebration.
EW EXTREME CHAMPIONSHIP
Chelsea LeClair (c) Vs. Harper Blake
Gemma Foster talked about Harper Blake’s upset win against Chelsea LeClair weeks back and she was looking for lightning to strike twice here tonight. Blake grabbed one of the trash cans on the outside and looked through it before pulling out a kendo stick and tossed it into the ring. She grabbed the trash can lid and went inside. She started to wield the lid like a shield and the kendo stick as a sword. LeClair came out next to a nice cheer and saw Blake in the ring and removed the title on the ramp. She looked beside inside a trash can and pulled out a broom. She slid a chair into the ring and went inside. She used the broom like a bow staff and the two started to swing at each other wildly as the fans ate it up! LeClair blocked a kendo stick shot and then swept the legs out from Blake and then jumped up with a knee drop. Blake started to get up but was spiked into the mat with LeClair’s Ocean City Crusher (Hurricanrana Driver)! LeClair was clearly fired up as she rolled Blake into a cover but Blake kicked out. LeClair rolled out of the ring and pulled out a table and got it into the ring. She started to set it up and Blake attacked her from behind.
Blake had control of the mat with a few takedowns and slams. LeClair was in the corner and Blake rocked her with a Facial (Running Facewash)! Blake needed a second to catch her breath and went to the top rope. Blake looked for DDS (Diving Double Stomp) but LeClair rolled out of the way. LeClair was to her feet and hit the Jersey Drop (Diamond Cutter)! She thought about going for a cover but quickly pulled Blake up. She rolled her onto the table and took the chair and jammed it into her gut. She placed the chair on top of her and went to the top. She dove and hit Canceled (Corkscrew Moonsault)! LeClair covered and picked up the win.
WINNER AND STILL EW EXTREME CHAMPION: Chelsea LeClair via pinfall @ 15:33
LeClair rolled out of the ring and picked up the Extreme Championship as Blake started to come to. Blake looked up at LeClair and the two gave each other a nod as LeClair turned away.
WARFARE MATCH
Moon Doorells Vs. Carter Adams Vs. Lucas Branson Vs. Bia Vs. Luna Bowman Vs. Leo Lions
We got a quick rundown of the points going into the Warfare Match. Doorells - 23, Adams - 26, Branson - 16, Bia - 31, Bowman - 28, Lions - 28. Flores makes sure to tell us that any pinfall or submissions in this match will get points to add to the standings and that the winner will get 12 points!
The match was set to start as Adams and Branson were selected as the first two fighters, the other 4 locked inside their pods. Adams and Branson locked up as the bell rang and exchanged a series of takedowns. Branson hit a snapmare on Adams and then popped him in the back of the head with a blow. Adams took Branson down with a drop toe hold and locked in a single leg crab. Branson was able to turn himself and popped Adams in the jaw with a stiff kick and then got to his feet. Branson hit a big exploder suplex as the countdown started. He started to look around and the fans cheered when Moon Doorell’s pod opened up. She jumped into the ring and hit Branson with a running crossbody. She got to her feet and took Adams down with a slingblade. She went to the top rope and hit a double diving clothesline to both Adams and Branson. Moon quickly went into a cover on Branson but he kicked out at two. She went over to Adams and he also kicked out. Things slowed for a few moments as Doorells and Adams fought in the ring as Adams tried to slow down her speed with some suplexes. The countdown was on and the next pod to open was Luna Bowman.
Bowman smashed Adams as he charged with an elbow to the face. She dropped him with a short arm lariat before turning to Doorells. Doorells looked for a crossbody off the second rope but Bowman caught her and countered into a powerslam! Branson charged right into a uranage! Bowman pulled Adams up and he tried to pull her down into a small package for a two count! As Adams got to his feet, the next pod opened up and it was Leo Lions. Lions jumped into the ring and took everyone down with a clothesline before shaking the ropes. He looked up and started to climb his way to the top of a pod as the fans cheered. Doorells and Branson turned their attention to him and he looked for the Lion Pounce (Crossbody) off the top of the top and took them both out! Lions was pulled up from behind and hit with a German suplex from Bowman. Bia started to pace in her pod as the countdown hit and she finally had her exit and all 6 competitors were in the ring. Bia ran around the ring on the small area between the pods and hit Adams with a spear! Into the ring, Bia took out Branson with a clothesline. She lifted Lions up with a press and tossed him onto Doorells. Bia went back to the outside and speared Adams into the plexiglass of a pod and went through it as the fans roared! Bia tossed Adams into the ring as she started to fight with Bowman on the outside. Adams stumbled and was hit with Doorells’ Full Moon (Backhead Crash to Front Flip Cutter)! She covered and picked up a pinfall. Doorells now has 30 points!
ELIMINATED: Carter Adams
Doorells quickly found herself rolled up by Branson for a two count. They both were up and Lions hit Branson with a suplex. Doorells looked for a clothesline on Lions but he ducked it and looked for a lionsault on Branson who rolled out of the way. Branson quickly went into Dead Man’s Hand (Arm Trap Crossface) and forced Lions to tap out! Branson earned 10 points for a total of 26!
ELIMINATED: Leo Lions
Branson looked around and was quickly taken down by Bia and her Olympus Has Fallen (The Big Ending)! Bia turned back to Doorells as they started to go back and forth. Branson staggered to his feet and spiked him with the USS Indianapolis (Flowing snap DDT) and covered for three! Bowman picked up 7 points and sat at 35, currently in first place in the standings!
ELIMINATED: Lucas Branson
Doorells quickly was on Bowman as she was looking to add points to her standings and rolled her up but only got two. Doorells looked for an armbar and had Bowman screaming and fighting, not giving up. Bia came over and spartan kicked Doorells in the chest to break it up. She tossed her over the ropes and to the floor and followed. Bia tossed Doorells into the cage and then delivered a belly to back suplex on the metal floor. Bia entered the ring and stood across from Bowman. The two powerhouses met and went blow for blow as they worked to chop each other down with hard forearms. Bia hit a headbutt and then a suplex. Bowman was able to get up quickly and started to set up for her Sweet Dreams (Fireman's carry overhead kick) but Bia countered and pulled Bowman down into a rear naked choke! Doorells came off the top rope and hit a frog splash on both Bia and Bowman! Doorells locked in a sleeper on Bowman and the referee called for the bell, giving Doorells another 10 points for 40 points!
ELIMINATED: Luna Bowman
Doorells quickly jumped onto Bia who kicked out! Bia and Doorells got to their feet as the fans cheered. They came to blows in the middle of the ring but Bia quickly out powered Doorells with stiff strikes. Bia started to lift Doorells up for the Maelstrom (F5) but Doorells countered into ATL Vice (RKO)! She covered Bia again and Bia kicked out just before three. Bia got herself up and Doorells ran the ropes but ran right into the Dock Blocker (Pounce) from Bia! Bia lifted her up and delivered Olympus Has Fallen and covered. The fans were shocked as Doorells kicked out at two. Bia pulled Doorells up and lifted her to the top turnbuckle. They went up top and Doorells started to fight back. Doorells grabbed Bia and delivered the Eclipse of the Heart (Spanish Fly into Armbar)! Bia struggled and as it looked like she was about to tap, she was able to start to turn herself and used her power. Bia lifted Doorells up and hit the Maelstrom! She covered and was able to get the three count!
WINNER: Bia @ 29:51
Bia secured 12 points with a win in the Warfare Match and a grand total of 43 and a first place finish. The fans gave a standing ovation to Bia and Doorells as Doorells finished with 40 points for second place. Bia and Doorells shook hands in the ring. Doorells left as the referee handed Bia the Warfare trophy and let her celebrate.
EW WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP
Marilyn Lee Cross (c) Vs. Jonathan Daemon Vs. Summer Page Vs. Casey Grey
After a quick break the ring had been reset and it was time for the main event of the evening. Casey Grey was the first to the ring, followed by Summer Page, Jonathan Daemon, and lastly World Champion Marilyn Lee Cross. Each competitor was in a corner as they were all introduced to the crowd. The crowd was buzzing as the bell rang and we got under way. Daemon and Cross came to blows first before Grey and Page started to clash. Page hit a snap suplex on Grey but she got right to her feet and hit Page with a dropkick. Daemon and Cross went blow for blow with forearms to the face. Daemon hit a big uppercut but Cross came right back with a hard chop. Cross hit Daemon with a palm strike before Daemon took her down with an exploder suplex. Daemon and Grey backed into each other before turning around. Grey hit him with the Breath Mint (Forearm Smash) and staggered him into the ropes. Daemon came back with the Profound Refusal (Running Shotei strike to the Face). Daemon lifted Grey and delivered the Ritual Disembowelment III (Fireman’s Carry into Single knee kneeling gutbuster) and she rolled to the outside.
Cross was up and delivered the Catch Your Breath (Striking Spear) to Daemon as he stood! She went for a cover but he kicked out at two and rolled out of the ring. Cross was up and turned to Page. Page charged and delivered a code red! She covered and Cross kicked out. Both women were up quickly and Page was able to connect with 1999 (Impaler DDT). Cross stumbled to her feet and Page charged as Cross dropped and held the top rope down, causing Page to go up and over to the floor. Cross ran the ropes and dove through, taking out Page and Daemon! Cross started to stand but was sent into the steel steps by Grey. Grey pulled her up and speared her back first into the barricade and then rolled her into the ring. Grey climbed in after her and grabbed Cross before connecting into the GTO (Fisherman Driver) and went right into the Bitch Muzzle (Crossface)! Cross refused to tap as Grey had her locked into the hold tightly. Daemon was in the ring and kicked Grey off of Cross. Daemon pulled Grey up and tossed her into a corner. He pulled Cross up and started to attack her with knee strikes to the gut and blows to the neck. He started to look for a standing crossface chickenwing but Cross was able to roll through and broke it up. Both stood and Page was there with a crossbody off the top to take them both out!
Page was fired up as Daemon stood and she connected with Spoiled Rotten (Backstabber). Page quickly got up and ate Cross’ Mary Go Round (Discus Big Boot)! Cross grabbed Page and connected with the Button Down (Big Bang Theory) and covered, getting two before Grey broke it up. Grey tried to lift Cross up for the Rackkash (Rack Attack) but Daemon broke it up with the Profound Refusal. Daemon grabbed Grey and delivered his Twist of Cain (Vertical Suplex Piledriver). He started to stand and Cross was there with the John Wilkes Boot (Running Yakuza Kick to the back of the head)! Page grabbed Cross as she stood and sent her shoulder first into the corner, hitting the post, and falling the apron and then floor. Page ran to the corner and hit Grey with the MPME (Most Perfect Moonsault Ever [Best Moonsault Ever])! She hooked both legs and picked up the victory!
WINNER AND NEW EW WORLD CHAMPION: Summer Page via pinfall @ 25:11
Page rolled to her knees in shock as she pulled her hair back. The referee handed her the title as she started to celebrate. Daemon and Cross both watched on from outside of the ring as they pushed away trainers looking to check on them. The show ended with Page holding the title above her head as the fans cheered her on.