Lucha Underground Season Two Discussion

[A11oftheLights]

Prince Puma is money. That triple threat match was magical. Did seem to be a bit rushed with the finish but could have just been the edit.

Once again Vampiro was giving me the shits when he started talking about Pentagon fulfilling his destiny and crap. I probably wont mind in the long run when Vamp just goes all in again but it was the thing I was looking forward to the most this season and to just play it out in a comic was bullshit to me.

Can not get into sexy star as a character. All the talk about her being an empowered woman just falls flat to me when her sexual appeal is such a prominent part of her character, like nothing she has ever done has ever made me think she is a strong independant woman. And for all the crap striker spews about LU not caring about gender barriers, when has a female wrestler done anything of note when fighting a decently booked male wrestler

 

[Richard Blonoff]

Prince Puma is money. That triple threat match was magical. Did seem to be a bit rushed with the finish but could have just been the edit.

Once again Vampiro was giving me the shits when he started talking about Pentagon fulfilling his destiny and crap. I probably wont mind in the long run when Vamp just goes all in again but it was the thing I was looking forward to the most this season and to just play it out in a comic was bullshit to me.

Can not get into sexy star as a character. All the talk about her being an empowered woman just falls flat to me when her sexual appeal is such a prominent part of her character, like nothing she has ever done has ever made me think she is a strong independant woman. And for all the crap striker spews about LU not caring about gender barriers, when has a female wrestler done anything of note when fighting a decently booked male wrestler

I'd argue that they finally did just that with Taya vs. Cage this week. Sexy can go in the ring, but I kind of agree with your assessment. Putting her in a quasi rape angle doesn't help though.

I laughed when they chanted "No means no" at Marty.

I feel like this episode is finally where things picked up. Sure Marty vs. Mack wasn't a great match, but we got an advancement in the story.

Cage vs. Mundo will likely come to a head soon. I've enjoyed the rivalry so far, even if Cage as a face had no explanation.

PJ Black's heel turn was sudden and out of nowhere, but I kind of dig Evans and Black teaming to take on Drago and Aerostar, who finally shows up again.

Speaking of showing up, we finally get to see the Disciples of Death next week. They have been such an afterthought this season that I hope they drop the belts and aren't seen again.

The main event was great, unless we see another All Night Long quality match, I will be nominating it for Match of the Year for LU.

 

[ABMorales787]

I've seen the man who plays Mil Muertes since the first time he appeared on a TV screen and I have never seen the amazing level of performance he gave this week in Lucha Underground. The man has always been more gimmick than the wrestling, but good God he did so much with just a bit of brute strength with two smaller guys. He's played a perfect character since the start of the season and I'd call it the best gimmick the year has had.

 

[@smarkmouth]

Man, I went full Ron Simmons on this episode.

I remember hearing that Marty the Moth was in contention to play Mil Muertes. I think we mostly agree here that it would have flopped, but tonight, I saw why he had the chance. He owns this role of Marty the Moth and clearly has a knack for playing character.

PJ Black's heel turn was sudden and out of nowhere, but I kind of dig Evans and Black teaming to take on Drago and Aerostar, who finally shows up again.

Yeah, I've been defensive about Cage's turn (or lack thereof), but PJ Black's is too random. I get he's pissed with Drago, but that doesn't explain why he's cool with Jack. It feels like PJ is just there to take the fall in this chapter of the feud. Nonetheless, I'm looking forward to how this plays out.

Also, did anyone catch what Jack Evans said to Drago about Aztec Warfare? I played it back 3 or 4 times and I can't make it out.

Speaking of showing up, we finally get to see the Disciples of Death next week. They have been such an afterthought this season that I hope they drop the belts and aren't seen again.

Me too. I didn't care for them in season one, either, but they were a good plot device for the Menage A Trois angle. I hope it concludes.

Prince Puma is money. That triple threat match was magical. Did seem to be a bit rushed with the finish but could have just been the edit.

The main event was great, unless we see another All Night Long quality match, I will be nominating it for Match of the Year for LU.

I've seen the man who plays Mil Muertes since the first time he appeared on a TV screen and I have never seen the amazing level of performance he gave this week in Lucha Underground. The man has always been more gimmick than the wrestling, but good God he did so much with just a bit of brute strength with two smaller guys. He's played a perfect character since the start of the season and I'd call it the best gimmick the year has had.

This. All of this. It says something about the quality of the other performers that nobody has said anything about Pentagon. Obviously I don't want to put words in your mouths, but I don't think that's a knock on your part. Puma and Mil were just so remarkable, that even an on-point Pentagon has trouble standing out. I agree with A11, bit of a rushed ending, but awesome that he pinned both Puma and Pentagon! This is a dominant heel champion, and I can't think of any other heel champ in that regard in the past few years. Mark Henry, maybe?

Oh, right, and Lesnar.

Fenix challenges Mil Muertes, indulging his Gift of the Gods privilege. I'm knitpicking I really am, but Fenix should have challenged Mil from his own vacated throne! There's a visual. Though they may be saving that one. This will be another great match, no doubt, but Mil's gotta keep winning, at least until Dario Cueto & companies return to the temple.

I suppose after Aztec Warfare, the Medallions will be reintegrated into the storylines. Last season, they had a certain mystique, as we were unsure as to what they were for. I wonder if they'll freshen up the concept or carry on as is?

 

[Richard Blonoff]

So this episode was great.

The trios match was standard fare, but at least the end result of Mil murdering the Disciples was worth it. Good riddance.

The Texano/Chavo match was decent. I'm more happy that it looks like that storyline is finally wrapped up though.

The segment between Puma and Mundo made me chuckle a bit with Mundo essentially talking to himself. Puma sure does punch through a lot of punching bags. That has to get expensive.

Mil and Fenix was a damn blast. I truly thought Mil was going to retain, but I marked hard for Fenix winning. Even if he drops it next week during Aztec Warfare, they built him as a great challenger and the payoff was worth it. Them chair shots to the head though.

The only real downfall to this episode was Matanza. The reveal was so sudden, and honestly he looks like Jason Vorhees shorter brother. Maybe his look will work in the ring, but I just wasn't feeling the reveal.

 

[@smarkmouth]

So this episode was great.

The trios match was standard fare, but at least the end result of Mil murdering the Disciples was worth it. Good riddance.

I think we owe a bit of congrats to the talent who played Bael for dying twice in the same program! At least, I assume he was a DoD.

As per your assessment of the match, I agree, and I'm a little disappointed in the fact the Trios championship match was indeed standard fare. I hoped for a mark out moment for the championship win of my favorite trio, but the match was just a bit too rushed.

Consider the potential in the Menage's loss, though; they have to 'hit the open road' as Ivelisse said last week. With players like Cueto and Mysterio outside of the temple, I'd have loved to have seen who the Menage would have ran into, ultimately bringing them back to Temple, And perhaps the Trios Championship. That's all moot, but a thought I entertained during the match.

The Texano/Chavo match was decent. I'm more happy that it looks like that storyline is finally wrapped up though.

I hope so, but Blue Demon JR could rear his azure head at any given moment, no?

The segment between Puma and Mundo made me chuckle a bit with Mundo essentially talking to himself. Puma sure does punch through a lot of punching bags. That has to get expensive.

Maybe this is why Dario's been collecting 60 consistent dollars from Mantaza's victims.

Mil and Fenix was a damn blast. I truly thought Mil was going to retain, but I marked hard for Fenix winning. Even if he drops it next week during Aztec Warfare, they built him as a great challenger and the payoff was worth it. Them chair shots to the head though.

Great match, indeed. This was the mark-out I wanted in the opener. I am a bit conflicted with the result, as much as I enjoyed it (fuck, I'm one of those fans now, aren't I?). I wanted Mil Muertes to retain, but now I want Fenix to retain next week, but I also want us to fall back into Mil's reign. I'm unsure of a correct decision, but at the end of the night, I enjoyed the match and will think back on it fondly.

The only real downfall to this episode was Matanza. The reveal was so sudden, and honestly he looks like Jason Vorhees shorter brother. Maybe his look will work in the ring, but I just wasn't feeling the reveal.

That's very funny, I thought Jason as well! I thought it was cool, though. It reeked of B-movie horror villain. I hope when he slugs his way to ring next week he's still covered in blood.

My major issue with the show was the editing. I can't isolate and articulate the moment in question, but the main event had one of the most choppiest editing moments in wrestling this side of Smackdown in 2002. Not just the main event, either. In the past few weeks I've accounted the lack of selling in some to a possible editing issue in post production, and tonight there were a few moments in which it was very apparent. A wrestler is selling in a corner, then the next shot he's getting stomped near the middle of the ring. Again, apologies, I can't remember the exact moments, but I recall being taken aback.

Let this mental image excite you all for next week, though. Regardless of how you feel about the man as a wrestler, acknowledge the fanfare that follows him; next week, a select 200 some odd fans, who haven't seen the 'backstage' segments that we have, are going to see Rey Mysterio Jr spontaneously debut!

Which begs the following week's mystery; will there be a roof left on the temple?

In other news, Botched Spot produced the best comic I've ever seen them do, this week.

 

[A11oftheLights]

I'm not very happy with Fenix having to defend in Aztec Warfare and this is one of the reasons i didn't want Catrina running the show. The show was great this week, the scenes were brilliant and the in-ring action was great as well

 

[@smarkmouth]

I'm not very happy with Fenix having to defend in Aztec Warfare and this is one of the reasons i didn't want Catrina running the show.

It reeks of Authority, I'll give you that. It's interesting to see her lose grip on the Temple, to me. She's desperate now, losing both the Trios and Lucha Championship. How much more erratic will she get when Dario returns?

The battle for the soul of the Temple begins!

 

[Poop Master Flex]

Aztec Warfare was pretty damn good and I absolutely love that Matanza came out and just annihilated half the roster which included the likes of Mysterio, Puma and Fenix. They built the guy up so well this season that it was pretty much a given at some point he's showing up to win the title.

My only real knock is he put down a lot of guys with very basic power moves, in a lot of ways it doesn't really add up considering some of the beatings guys like Fenix and Puma have taken, only to lose by German suplexes and powerslams. On the same token it's a pretty minor gripe as they are just trying to get over Matanza's power and his unstoppable force aura he currently has, to say that was accomplished was an understatement and for my taste he was the right pick to win this match.

It's going to be awesome when Matanza and Muertes finally square off, that will be one hell of a war when it happens.

 

[@smarkmouth]

Awesome Aztec Warfare! I bet the conclusion is polarizing. In fact, I have my own reservations about the winner, but that didn't get in the way of my overall enjoyment.

I would like to know who put this match together. Whoever did, deserves some solid recognition. The thought put into the order of entrants alone is worth kudos. Every countdown had a solid transition into the next entrant. The eliminations were pretty solid, too. My only issues with the eliminations were Rey taking out Aergenis quickly, and Rey tapping out King Cuerno. But then again, seeing Rey work with these Lucha Underground talents really offered significant creedence. I'm not even sure if del Rio or Mundo offered the star power Rey did.

Matanza is beast. I do have issues with both making Fenix a quintessential transitional Champion, and Mil Muertes losing the title in the first place. However, it's hard to argue that Matanza could be booked any less strong than he did after a season and a half of hype. There's certainly something a bit choppy in the narrative, but I have every confidence that LU is keeping the rest of the season in mind when they made the decision. As for Matanza himself, I'm reserving judgment until I see him in a standard match. Indy suggestions of his better known name welcome.

Question for the 'Believers'; How do you feel about the title picture? Are you comfortable with two title changes in two weeks? How about a debuting luchador winning the title?

Personally, I think I'd of liked to see Mil retain last week, and then they do the Pentagon JR angle this week, vis a vis, immediately costing Mil Muertes the LU title.

It's going to be awesome when Matanza and Muertes finally square off, that will be one hell of a war when it happens.

When do you think that happens? Before or after a feud with Pentagon. I'm unsure, myself.

So those are the big developments this week. Otherwise in a match like this, it is a bunch of filler, but it did an amazing job of continuing the mid card angles and such. So, without elaborating much, here's my laundry list of likes and dislikes from Aztec Warfare.

• Looks as if Famous B's vignette might be leading to a stable, or a trio. Mascarida will be an amusing edition if that pans out.
• I adored Joey Ryan handcuffing himself on the outside, but Matanza should have done the b-movie thing and really take some time beating on him before breaking him 'free'.
• I get Chavo is a rat, but he looked dumb trying to cut a deal with the Cueto's. I think he should have told Melissa Santos that he forfeits the match after watching Matanza ruin some people.
• Is Mack dead? I'm not asking in kayfabe. That German Suplex. Fuck.
• Also, Mack, stop with the Stunner. It was cute that one time. Stop, though.
• Cage is amazing. I love him as a face, more and more.
• Jack Evans is a mad man for taking a Canadian Destroyer from the top rope.

 

[Richard Blonoff]

I thought the show was good, but not great. Much like the Royal Rumble from which the idea was spawned, it can be hard to focus on multiple guys at once, but each guys got in their spots before being eliminated, save for Mil.

I will give Matanza credit, he looked better this week than he did last week. Sometimes I forget that at 6'2 and 320(I'm a fatty) I'm bigger than 99% of the LU roster, but Matanza looked big and looked like a legit beast. I too want to see him in a standard match before I make my full judgement. The only thing I really know about the guy under the mask is that he was a former amateur wrestler who wrestled the Hawaii indies.

I did appreciate that a lot of the midcard stories were advanced.

Chavo was easily my least favorite part of the show. Eliminating Mascarita upset me for reasons I still don't understand.

Both Mack and Evans took hard bumps that I legit said "He's dead" aloud when it happened.

 

[Poop Master Flex]

When do you think that happens? Before or after a feud with Pentagon. I'm unsure, myself.

I definitely think he's going with Pentagon first, I'm not sure they will even touch this season to be honest. Given its been building since week 1of the season I can't imagine Muertos vs. Matanza anytime soon, I honestly think Matanza vs. Pentagon will come first if anything.

After Aztec warfare they really only have Pentagon Jr., Mil Muertes and Fenix as legit challengers for Matanza and I'm thinking he will dispatch of Fenix quickly and move onto Pentagon. At this point I'm not totally sure who beats Matanza, I see them either bringing in someone new next season or maybe even Cage after he murders Mundo.

 

[Bagpipes]

If Lesnar is the mayor of Suplex City, Matanza is at least the County Commissioner.

His power moves were respecially impressive and if I'm not mistaken, he pulled a standing shooting star at one point. I'm intrigued to see more of him, and glad Dario is back in control of the Temple.

I was never a huge Mysterio mark, but damn he put on a great performance in this match.

 

[Black Anaconda Vise]

Pretty good Aztec Warfare.

Mysterio was awesome and he looked great, as did Matanza despite the height thing. The blood and tears on his suit are nice touches and he looked really good.

The highlight for me however was Evans falling down the stairs during the Mack/Cage stare down.

Pretty solid match with some good spots, I prefer this one over last year's. Probably because I care about some of the people in here much more than last year.

 

[A11oftheLights]

SURELY VAMPIRO IS BACK NOW! I swear to fucking god if Vampiro is not rocking the pentagon master gimmick whenever pentagon returns i'll be fucking throwing shit at the tv. I'm already touching myself thinking of the scenes where Vampiro teaches Pentagon the ways of the dark and the pop he's going to get when he returns and wins the belt off Matanza.

Pretty standard episode i thought. Not really feeling Cage vs Mundo and cant wait for it to finish. No way did I ever think the disciples of death were going to get the belts back. I actually ended up skipping the sexy star match, i decided to go reheat some pasta when striker started harping on about how she's an inspiration to women despite doing nothing of note (especially compared to Ivelisse) and being involved in a storyline where she is weak

 

[Richard Blonoff]

SURELY VAMPIRO IS BACK NOW! I swear to fucking god if Vampiro is not rocking the pentagon master gimmick whenever pentagon returns i'll be fucking throwing shit at the tv. I'm already touching myself thinking of the scenes where Vampiro teaches Pentagon the ways of the dark and the pop he's going to get when he returns and wins the belt off Matanza.

Pretty standard episode i thought. Not really feeling Cage vs Mundo and cant wait for it to finish. No way did I ever think the disciples of death were going to get the belts back. I actually ended up skipping the sexy star match, i decided to go reheat some pasta when striker started harping on about how she's an inspiration to women despite doing nothing of note (especially compared to Ivelisse) and being involved in a storyline where she is weak

Isn't that the truth.

I don't dislike Sexy, but I dislike the light that Striker paints her in as some huge inspiration. Sure a woman fighting men can be inspiring, but given the current storyline where she is scared as shit of Marty and Mariposa, it doesn't do her any favors. Plus, like you said, what has she done in LU to warrant that hype? Ivelisse is a 2x champion and fought Mil, much more deserving of that label.

On top of everything else you said, which I largely agree with, I thought this week's episode was average, which was to be expected after the last couple were great. I like the new trios tournament, but the winners were spoiled for me so I'm not as hyped as I could be.

 

[@smarkmouth]

SURELY VAMPIRO IS BACK NOW! I swear to fucking god if Vampiro is not rocking the pentagon master gimmick whenever pentagon returns i'll be fucking throwing shit at the tv. I'm already touching myself thinking of the scenes where Vampiro teaches Pentagon the ways of the dark and the pop he's going to get when he returns and wins the belt off Matanza.

Hopefully you're spot on here, because that's the story they have to tell. Pentagon Jr will evolve much like Sting did in the 90's (although, since Pentagon is already a macabre character, let's hope he doesn't evolve into a California surfer). I wasn't sold on the beat down of him, though. We've seen Pentagon get dished so much worse than tonight, and him selling his back just seemed a little forced.

If this is the case, I am a little worried that Pentagon/Mil feud has been skipped, as well as Matanza/Dragon Azteca. Or perhaps Mil is lined up for Pentagon's first rivalry as (hypothetically) champion, and Dragon Azteca will be a filler feud, or unlikely ally to Pentagon. Who knows.

No way did I ever think the disciples of death were going to get the belts back.

I was more confused that they were still alive. I thought it was implied that Mil Muertes killed them. I enjoyed the match itself, and the slow build of Ivelisse/Catrina continues.

I actually ended up skipping the sexy star match, i decided to go reheat some pasta when striker started harping on about how she's an inspiration to women despite doing nothing of note (especially compared to Ivelisse) and being involved in a storyline where she is weak

I don't dislike Sexy, but I dislike the light that Striker paints her in as some huge inspiration. Sure a woman fighting men can be inspiring, but given the current storyline where she is scared as shit of Marty and Mariposa, it doesn't do her any favors.

I'm not the biggest Sexy Star fan. I find her terribly annoying, but this is actually really terrific storytelling, in my opinion. Sexy Star is afraid right now, and she is weak. She has to be. She absolutely will stand up to Mariposa and Marty, and the writers will have to show how she grew strong and brave. My only concern is that Sexy's growth in strength to finally confront Marty & Sis' will be the result of Mack mansplaining bravery to her or something weak like that. Give this one time. If done right, we'll be looking back at this angle quite fondly.

So, anyone else groaning at the news of MVP signing with LU?

 

[Richard Blonoff]

So, anyone else groaning at the news of MVP signing with LU?

I was just talking about this. He could and I really stress could be a decent midcard act if he joins up with Famous B, but outside of that I'm not sure where I see him ending up. His style doesn't exactly scream Lucha to me. I don't follow TNA often but I heard okay things about his run there, but nothing to get me excited about him joining up.

 

[A11oftheLights]

He could and I really stress could be a decent midcard act if he joins up with Famous B

That actually sounds delightful

I'm not the biggest Sexy Star fan. I find her terribly annoying, but this is actually really terrific storytelling, in my opinion. Sexy Star is afraid right now, and she is weak. She has to be. She absolutely will stand up to Mariposa and Marty, and the writers will have to show how she grew strong and brave. My only concern is that Sexy's growth in strength to finally confront Marty & Sis' will be the result of Mack mansplaining bravery to her or something weak like that. Give this one time. If done right, we'll be looking back at this angle quite fondly.

Its more striker's harping without any justification that is doing my head in plus the fact that 80% of sexy star's character is that she's female. Agree that the story is set up nicely, though i dont think sexy star should be playing upto the crowd when she is introduced. She's meant to be shit scared and as such shouldnt be exuding confidence

 

[Richard Blonoff]

So that Ivelisse vs. Kobra Moon match eh? Man Kobra is not connecting with the crowd at all. I'm not saying Ivelisse's matches are barn burners, but I can't recall the last time I watched one of her matches and was just so bored.

The trios match made me fall in even more love with The Mack. Yeah he needs to not use the Stunner so much, but damn if he isn't gold in his mannerisms. "We got your ass bitch" at Mariposa and Marty post match had me rolling. I guess I'm happy to see Sexy gain her confidence back, because it means this story is one step closer to being done.

The main event was about what I expected. Fenix rattled Matanza a couple times with head kicks, but was ultimately destroyed. One of the cameramen at ringside pointed his camera to the entry way where Catrina made her appearance like thirty seconds too soon and ruined the surprise. A minor thing, but it bugged me.

As far as the segments go, I appreciate that they are trying to give Killshot a backstory, but I still don't care for him that much. He is still just a generic luchador.

I'm actually happy that Puma spoke. Being silent was okay when he had Konnan as his mouthpiece, but he really needed to break out of his silent shell and this was a decent step. Rey, Puma, and Azteca, what a trios team.

 

[@smarkmouth]

The trios match made me fall in even more love with The Mack. Yeah he needs to not use the Stunner so much, but damn if he isn't gold in his mannerisms. "We got your ass bitch" at Mariposa and Marty post match had me rolling. I guess I'm happy to see Sexy gain her confidence back, because it means this story is one step closer to being done.

It's funny, this program was about building Sexy Star, so it seemed, but the real studs are Marty and Mack. Every week I find myself admiring Marty's character work (and as opposed to Moon's, he's actually engaging), and Mack is quite believable in an ernest hot head kind of way.

My own issue with the Stunner stems out of last season's Ultima Lucha. It was so good when he used the stunner back then; happening across a cooler full of beer, and thinking to himself 'what the hell?'. For lack of a better way to articulate it, I'd call the moment organic + silly + credible. Each stunner since has cheapened that moment.

The main event was about what I expected. Fenix rattled Matanza a couple times with head kicks, but was ultimately destroyed. One of the cameramen at ringside pointed his camera to the entry way where Catrina made her appearance like thirty seconds too soon and ruined the surprise. A minor thing, but it bugged me.

Minor things aside (and I agree), I loved that moment! Mil saving Fenix, shit, that's fucking awesome, and they both played it so well. Fenix playing it shocked, and Mil staring him down. Is it this sort of unlikely alliance it will take to bring down Matanza?

As far as the segments go, I appreciate that they are trying to give Killshot a backstory, but I still don't care for him that much. He is still just a generic luchador.

I hope they keep the camo gear thing for him. Immediately, it distanced him from the generic luchador look. I get it, he's a lanky dude, but his gear just falls flat when he stands against another Luchador. I think what that segment tried to accomplish was lay ground work for future storylines. Will Killshot's military brothers escape? Will they stand with him or resent him?

I'm actually happy that Puma spoke. Being silent was okay when he had Konnan as his mouthpiece, but he really needed to break out of his silent shell and this was a decent step. Rey, Puma, and Azteca, what a trios team.

It was cool that he spoke, but it was a strange moment to do so. It lacked a certain gravitas. I believe it needed to be part of the climactic action of an angle, not the beginning of a new one.

For the team itself, wow! It's remarkable that with one legend, one first season poster boy and one guy with a single LU match, this feels like a dream team. Well executed intro set up by well paced storytelling.

On the note of the tournament, would it kill them to offer the tournament brackets? Maybe they're saving the surprises, but I'd at least appreciate knowing the number of rounds.

Overall, a quite fine episode. Things are moving along very nicely, and no story feels particularly stagnated.

 

[A11oftheLights]

On the note of the tournament, would it kill them to offer the tournament brackets? Maybe they're saving the surprises, but I'd at least appreciate knowing the number of rounds.

Well I'm thinking you need to have at least 8 teams. I was struggling to see where they get 24 people. But then i thought about it and I'm sure we'll get some shit teams full of jobbers like we had last year. Wouldnt be suprised if Black, Evans and drago get teamed together or drago and aerostar team with someone against the other two. Chavo will be there somewhere, Mundo and Cage as well. Would be a good time for Famous B to debut a stable of some sort, especially if they were fresh faces too. Dont be suprised if the Disciples of death show up again as well

 

[@smarkmouth]

It actually just recurred to me, the first tournament was only two rounds, with the second round/finals being a triple threat Trios match, plus Dario's layup to the Crew.

I wouldn't be surprised if the Dream Team faces, indeed A11, the Disciples of Death. I worry if Mundo and Cage are used in the first round, their feud will have yet another chapter, because it likely won't conclude in a first round tournament match. I've liked their story so far, but it's on the verge of dragging on.

I hope the tournament is rounded out with Black/Evans vs Drago/Aerostar with their own mystery partners (Cerno? Enix? Texano?). Their feud is still hot, in my opinion, and could endure an additional chapter within the tournament parameters.

 

[A11oftheLights]

Standard episode this week. Good to see the gift of the gods being readied again and glad Texano got the win. Texano is perfect for LU, instantly credible and can be made a challenger for the title at any stage. I cant see him having anything to do with Matanza though.

I dont buy into this idea that Taya is attractive, she looks it from afar but up close she looks like white trash. Predictable teaming her and mundo with cage and there was no way they were ever winning that match.

Next week could be huge. Hopefully its the end of the disciples of death. But more importantly Mil Muertes v Matanza. Just imagine if Matanza squashes Mil. Not even Brock Lesnar has been booked that strong. Still patiently waiting for pentagon to return with Vampiro, doubt its next week but if Pentagon was to help Mil it would be another strange relationship after Mil and Fenix last week

 

[Richard Blonoff]

So it does appear they are going forward with the new and improved Killshot. I'm still not his biggest fan, but he looked decent enough in the win over Argenis. Striker was awful the entire match though, like super awful. I may have PTSD from his commentary. Actually that joke was in bad taste, but you get the point at how bad he was.

Texano vs. Daga was about as good as you will see anywhere for under eight minutes. Both guys got in good offense, and while I'm a fan of Texano, I'm not sure him winning the medallion over the debuting Daga was the right call.

The main event was a complete spot fest but I loved it. We keep talking about how Cage turned face with no explanation, but man he is over in The Temple, and with good reason. Dragon Azteca Jr, I'm still on the fence about. He definitely fits the LU mold, but I'm not the biggest fan of the storyline he is in. Black Lotus was probably my season one low point outside of Blue Demon Jr.

I wonder who the Disciples will face in the tournament, I'm honestly surprised they brought them back after Mil killed them. Speaking of Mil, the match between he and Matanza may be the hardest hitting affair all year. I look forward to it.