Post by patera on Jul 26, 2011 19:34:24 GMT -5
A black brick wall comes into view.
Standing with a microphone in one hand, EUW News Reporter, Sergio Vasquez looks into the camera dressed in a sharp suit. His dark hair is pumped back, he smiles at the viewer through a thinly cut mustache:
Sergio: Hello, I am Sergio Vasquez with a special in-depth look into the life… of a Monster. Today, my crew and I will be journeying to the “Freak Factory”, a gym owned by the current champion of the World.. TITAN! Up until now, no one has been allowed into the premises so you can imagine this reporters excitement as we capture a world never before filmed! To explain a bit of history about today’s focus, TITAN is a man who has taken the world of professional wrestling by storm! Raised in various group homes until the age of 11, young Billy Johnson was deemed incorrigible, becoming a ward of the state of California soon after. This landed the young man into the California Youth Authority until the age of 18 where he was taken in by EUW Legendary Manager, Terry Jones. From there, his life led him to become one of the most explosive talents of all time!
Sergio walks a bit as a monitor comes to life over his shoulder. The image of Terry Jones is shown, paused and frozen, as it awaits activation.
Sergio: We had a moment to interview Terry Jones about his experiences with the World Champion. Jones was hesitant at first to participate in this interview but after repeated phone calls to his office, he finally agreed.
The feed zooms into the paused monitor now as the screen comes to life. We see Terry Jones smiling now as he leans back in a wicker chair. Across from him is Sergio, smiling once again. Behind Jones, silk curtains gently blow in the wind.
Sergio: Wonderful home you have, Jones. Very classy.
Jones: Thank you. Finest money can buy, I assure you of that.
Sergio: Of course you know why I am here… TITAN. Nobody has seen TITAN at his most primal level besides you, the very man who discovered him. Can you give us some sort of insight into this man who would one day turn into a monster? What makes him tick? What does he fear?
Terry Jones takes a moment to think over the question as he sips from a glass of sweet tea. Running his fingers through his white hair, he smiles and answers.
Jones: When I first met Billy, he was a good kid with a lot of promise. There was no denying his God given talent, that is no lie. I knew instantly that if I could harness the power and physique within that kid, there would be no stopping him. Unfortunately, the kid had a pretty rough life, one that will haunt him for the rest of his years. You see, I truly believe that some people are just born… evil. Others are created that way. Billy, the young man I met that day, was not the evil monster you know today. TITAN, the man who you all know now… is pure evil. What makes him tick? As much as it pains me to admit it, causing pain to others seems to really get the man off. The more damage he causes, the more excited that he gets. What does he fear? I don’t know. The only time that I have seen any emotion inside of his eyes beyond hate was when he faced Chris Sabora awhile back. That might have been fear. If TITAN was able to overcome that though.. There is no stopping him.
Sergio: So in your own words, where does TITAN rank amongst the all time greats? Will he self destruct or manage to hold it together?
Jones: That’s a hard question to answer. TITAN seems like a man who is on a one trip to self destruction.. Sure. The thing is, it is in this world of chaos that TITAN truly thrives. He doesn’t seem to live in the same world that all of us do. All of the years of abuse by his family and the prison system truly created a monster capable of becoming a killing machine. Will he rank as one of the all time greatest? I think he already does. As for being the best, the jury is still out. There is no denying that he might be the most powerful, exciting, and devastating champion of all time though. Defeating Sabora as Scars and Stripes will put a lot of questions to rest. If Sabora can’t put that man away.. I don't know who can.
Sergio: Thank you, Terry. It has been a pleasure.
The feed pauses as we see Sergio in front of the brick wall once again. He is smiling now with a completely new outfit on.
Sergio: After getting this interview, we decided to head on down to the “Freak Factory” and have a word with the champion himself. Before we head into it though, I would like to issue a warning. If you have any children in the room when watching this segment, please ask them to leave. The subject matter and language is quite strong, and at times bordering on masochistic levels. This is truly a conversation meant for mature ears.
The screen behind Sergio comes to life once again, showing Sergio and a group of camera men entering what looks to be a workout gym. Sergio glances back at his TV crew once uncomfortably and then heads into the structure. We then see various weight lifting equipment all strewn about. Approaching Sergio looks to be a group of security guards. They begin to ask him to leave when Barry Jordan arrives, asking them to let the crew into the establishment.
Sergio: Thank you, Mister Jordan.
Jordan: No problem at all. The champion has been expecting you.
Sergio: May I ask, why the security? Surely TITAN could handle anyone that walks in off the streets?
Jordan (Laughing): Those security guards are for YOUR safety… not his. Right this way.
The crew walks past some bits of equipment until they reach a dimly lit backroom. Walking through a brick made archway, they enter and find TITAN himself suspended from two hooks that are buried into his shoulder blades. His eyes remain closed for a moment as his body hangs in complete peace. Around his wrists are sandbag bracelets to add more weight. The hooks slowly lower, allowing TITAN’s feet to touch the ground. Barry Jordan begins to unhook the World Champion and wipe up the spilled blood as TITAN finally takes notice of the TV crew..
TITAN: Make it fast. I got shit to do.
Sergio: No problem at all. Let’s get right to the point. First of all, thank you for allowing us access into your training grounds. What was it that you were doing on those hooks?
TITAN: Pain therapy. The object is to live with extreme pain in hopes of becoming immune to it. The longer you stay on the hooks, the more numb your body becomes.
Sergio: How long could you stay up there?
TITAN: As long as it takes. So, ask your damn questions. I have a match to prepare for.
Sergio finds a seat on a nearby metal chair.
Sergio: Can you explain your childhood? What made you the man that you are today?
TITAN takes a moment to answer as he wipes the sweat off of his brow.
TITAN: My childhood? It was fucked up. What is there to tell? I am sure some jackass is out there writing books about my history, so go read one. I spent enough of my life thinking over what happened to me and I will be damned if I am going to waste another minute on it. Let’s just say, I am the man I am today because this is what the fucking world made me! All of you parents out there, hug your fucking kids! Tell them that you love them! If you don’t, they will grow up cold and merciless… just like me. Hate is a powerful emotion when used as a weapon. Especially if there is incentive..
Sergio: Is there? If so, what is it?
TITAN: I look over the EUW and I just feel fucking disgusted. For so long we have watched the same tired ass people reign as world champion. Now, here I am on my second reign and people are saying this shit about me! I am only 24 fucking years old! I have accomplished more in my short career than 90% of the past World Champions’ whole careers! People overlook that. That’s incentive. If I could embarrass every single fuck face who ever dares to shit talk me, than call it mission accomplished.
Sergio: Anyone in particular? Scorpion? Warrior? Sabora?.. Oblivion? Surely some names stick out in your mind? Who do you feel is a danger to your reign?
TITAN: Danger? You have to be fucking kidding me. I am a fucking savage amongst goldfish! I feed off of these retards like they serve my needs upon calling! Warrior? Right. Scorpion? He was a place holder and nothing more. Sabora? Don’t get me started. Let me be straight with you. Chris Sabora may have been the greatest World Champion of the world… thus far.. But his time was long over before it happened. It was obvious that he was being carried towards the end. How many times did he actually defend it and when he did who was it against? 415? Really? 415 was a fucking jobber at best and Sabora insisted on facing him at our greatest show.. Prestige? What a fucking joke. My only regret is that I didn’t end his fucking career when I had the chance. I will get another chance though.. In a few short weeks. Then, whatever fucking monkey manages to rise above the pack in that joke of a Royal Rumble can face me at Prestige… as I make them into my bitch.
Sergio: Well thank you. Good luck in the next few we-
TITAN: WHAT?! I DON’T NEED LUCK! DO YOU HEAR ME!! The world does. I will feast on whomever is placed before me.. And Sabora is next in line. Those of you who are waiting for the return of the Machine, you will be quite depressed very soon. I am going to dismantle their hero, and send him right back to the fucking hospital. NOW GET OUT!
The feed pauses as we see Sergio against the black wall once again.
Sergio: Watching the composure of the World Champion change they way it did was quite eye opening. This reporter can honestly say that only hate lives within the soul of our champion. To defeat this hate will take a man or woman who is grounded, skilled, and ready to lose anything to gain everything. At Scars and Stripes, Chris Sabora and TITAN will square off once again for the greatest prize in our sport. The world will be watching.. And so will I. I am Sergio Vasquez… pro wrestling news.