Anderson: The following contest is scheduled for one fall!
As soon as Selena Anderson finishes her sentence, the lights in the arena dim with the crowd using their camera's to illuminate the arena.
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The lights in the arena strobe violently as the music picks up with Corvus jumping over the barricade, surprising those at ringside at how quick he was able to get down to the ring whilst the majority cheer for him. He slides into the ring and perches himself onto the top turnbuckle, occasionally staring out into the crowd to survey the arena.
Anderson: Introducing first, already in the ring, from Seattle, Washington, weighing in at 260 pounds; CORVUS!
Serra: Before Corvus' opponent makes his entrance, we regret to inform you that this match was in fact shortened from a triple threat to a singles encounter.
Klamor: This was due to Garth Black suffering an undisclosed injury at a recent house show.
Serra: We haven't got the full details of what transpired but we all here wish Black a speedy recovery.
Klamor: It is unfortunate but look at the bright side - Corvus may stand a chance at achieving victory tonight after taking some "vacation" time to catch up with the latest Batman comics over the Redemption weekend... ugh, the people we've got here...
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The crowd switches gears and begins booing Fallout who makes his way out on stage with a cloud of orange smoke following his every movement. He keeps his focus on the ring where he sees Corvus, still perched on the turnbuckle.
Anderson: And his opponent, from Pripyat, Ukraine, weighing in at 255 pounds; FALLOUT!
Klamor: Now here is someone who knows how to take care of business! Someone I can bet my money on.
Serra: Not sure if I can classify him as a human but if your praising him as a role model then you need to get your moral compass fixed, pronto.
Klamor: I never said anything about morals or role models. I said he could get things done. You'll see what I mean when our young and beautiful referee Katie Shepard raises his hand in victory.
Serra: Firstly, ew, she's probably a third your age. And second, this is exactly the kind of opponent Corvus strives for and I'm sure he won't be taking Fallout lightly.
Both Fallout and Corvus are in the ring (with Corvus coming down from the turnbuckles), staring at each other without removing their focus. Shepard sees that this contest is ready and signals for the bell.
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Fallout begins to pace very, very slowly as Corvus remains in the middle of the ring with his guard up. They lock-up and after a few seconds of stalemate, they shove each other away. They attempt once more with Fallout managing a European uppercut, stunning Corvus for a second. Fallout uses this opportunity to gain some steam and smacks Corvus with a flying forearm smash. Corvus staggers back towards the ropes and tries shaking it off. However, Fallout is up and delivers a big superkick to Corvus, causing him to go over-the-top rope and crashing into the thinly-padded ground. The crowd boos heavily as Fallout takes a moment to enjoy his handiwork before exiting the ring.
Klamor: What did I tell ya, Becky? It's in the bag for Fallout!
As Corvus begins slowly recovering, Fallout comes up from behind and grabs him, looking to apply a rear naked choke. Corvus begins to struggle and attempt a counter attack, not looking to be put into a submission hold he knows like the back of his hand. Corvus drops down and flips Fallout over, much to the delight of the fans as they begin rooting for him to fight back. Fallout clutches his back but is up on his feet rather quickly, charging at Corvus but the vigilante is ready and manages to clock Fallout with a clothesline. The crowd cheers louder as Corvus looks out to the crowd.
Serra: You were saying?
Katie Shepard has reached to a count of six as Corvus decides to pick up Fallout and throw him into the ring. Corvus leaps into the air and hits a knee drop on Fallout, keeping him grounded. He covers Fallout with the elbow...
... 1
... kick-out by Fallout.
Instead of taking a breather, Corvus grabs the head of Fallout and helps him to his feet, delivering a snap suplex. Corvus sits up and turns around to Fallout who appears to be getting up. Corvus assists him to his feet but hits a gutwrench suplex before Fallout can stand vertically. Fallout flops across the ring and tries pushing himself up off the canvas. Corvus picks up Fallout for a third time and picks him up for a vertical suplex. However, Fallout manages to counter the move and land behind Corvus on his feet, clutching his stomach and delivering a German suplex (Corvus landing almost on his head). Both men are down for the moment as Shepard looks them over.
Klamor: Excellent counter by Fallout! Corvus should have worn him down with multiple pinfalls when he had the chance.
Fallout manages to crawl over and attempt a pin on Corvus...
... 1
... kick-out by Corvus.
Serra: One suplex isn't going to put the vigilante down. If Fallout doesn't act soon, Corvus will get the engine running again and I'm not sure if he'd be able to stop him.
Fallout has gotten up and stalks Corvus who is almost at his feet. He comes up from behind, setting up for the Mushroom Cloud but a well-timed elbow to Fallout's stomach annihilates those plans. Corvus turns around and picks up Fallout for a rib breaker! Fallout rolls to the corner and takes refuge but Corvus looks to take advantage! He charges at Fallout with a running dropkick but Fallout moves out of the way, causing Corvus to hit the corner with a direct impact. Fallout slithers onto the turnbuckle and grabs Corvus, hitting the Reactor 4! Almost instantly, Fallout locks in Cold Fusion and gets it cinched in tight. Corvus is looking for an escape or a potential reversal but it seems that his options are all out. He desparately reaches out for the ropes but he is too far from any to grab with his arm or hang his foot on. After a few more seconds of enduring the submission, Corvus reluctantly submits.
Shepard calls for the bell.
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Anderson: Here is your winner; FALLOUT!
Klamor: And another successful prediction by Big Johnny!
Serra: You're keeping score?... It wasn't an easy victory as Corvus put up a fight and was very relentless in his attack. However, it was Fallout's night who gains another victory on his record sheet.
Klamor: I've got a feeling that Fallout is going to make it big and his future is coming very, very quickly.
Fallout relishes the victory before exiting the ring and making his way back up the ramp. Katie Shepard checks on Corvus who appears okay, getting to his feet on his own accord and staring back at Fallout, unimpressed with the loss.
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It is completely pitch black as the strike of a match can be heard with one flicker of flame thrown towards the ground. As it lands, a small fire alights but provides very minimal luminescence for the surroundings. However, as this fire burns, one figure can be seen watching with their head hung low just enough for their important facial features to stay in shadow.
"All my efforts over the past few months pointed in one direction:
To rid the world of all its evil and imperfection.
Yet, my message and faith, I cannot deliver
As long as one individual continues to stand, continues to slither.
But no matter how hard I tried to destroy the infection,
The core would find a new way to create protection.
Everything that I sacrificed was ultimately for naught
As I was taken down by the family juggernaut.
For as long as this happy family continues to exist,
It will be difficult for me to persist.
So heed my warning, Porfessor Steven Kurtesy.
Prepare to lose everything you love, like I have, until it is just down to you and me."
A large stomping sound echoes through the darkness and extinguishes the fire, bringing everything back to darkness.
