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Post by Eʟʏsɪᴜᴍ Pʀᴏ on Mar 16, 2018 11:34:38 GMT -8
SUMMIT SERIES - IRON BLOCK
[Singles Match]
Jake Archer vs. Samantha Hamilton
Deadline: Friday March 23rd, 2018 at 11:59pm EST
Limits: 2 Promos of 1000 Words Each [Maximum]
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Post by Sam "The Titaness" Hamilton on Mar 19, 2018 5:16:24 GMT -8
Round Two! Are You Ready?! I Think Not ...
19th March, 2018
10:41 AM
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Cibola National Forest "Poor, poor Jake. You just can't catch a break, can you?" The scene adjusts, showing the Titaness walking slowly through the forest, taking a moment to examine the scenery around her. She takes note of them for a few seconds before smirking and looking to the camera. When her head turns, she reveals a white eyepatch adorning the same eye Psico assaulted in her previous match. "Don't worry," she quickly reassures, "This is much more for dramatic effect than anything. By the time our match rolls around, I won't need it. I digress, though."Samantha pauses, nodding after a few moments before finding a bench and sitting down. "One win down, two more to go. Oh, trust me ... I'm very eager and ready to progress and stay at the top with Miss Young in this Summit Series."Reaching into her pocket, she pulls her phone out, chuckling softly. "Apparently, I've been finding some interesting images to use in these promos. It's been rather fun ... productive too. This one, in particular, is actually very significant for me. Granted, I'd been following this 'policy' even before becoming SHIDO's apprentice. However ... seeing this rule in the form of a photo, it felt like a sign. A very bright, flashing, neon one. And I knew I had to incorporate it somehow."After logging onto her Imgur account, The Titaness turns her photo around and reveals the picture in question. "It took a bit of guidance from SHIDO-sensei, but I finally understand one of the mistakes I was making quite often. I used to just waltz into the ring, thinking only of bettering myself. But what for? There was the issue; I didn't have an end goal. Pretty shameful, I can't deny that. Yet now that I've been placed in this Summit Series for yet another chance at the Iron Championship, I see now better my goal. You tried to taunt me in your match against Mr. Gamble I needed to 'get over my losses'."Her smirk widens as Sam resumes. "I had. I wasn't lying in my Anti-Social Thread about that. However, it hit me - about as hard as Ms. Young's done in the past - that this chance isn't simply an opportunity. It's my destiny. And you, unfortunately, are the same as Psico. You, Jake, are an obstacle. Fortunately, I'll acknowledge and agree you definitely deserve your chance to partake in this Iron Block Tournament. Unfortunately, just because I'll admit you're worth to go against me, that does not mean I intend to let you win. What I said to you on Twitter was true; I have zero intentions of losing before reaching F.M. Young and being able to fight her again." Samantha shrugs casually as her next point is stated. "You already had your shot ... and you failed. Let's not joke ourselves; it will take a literal miracle for Psico to beat Young. Thus, by process of elimination, the only person with a true chance and opportunity to dethrone our Amazoness is ... " The Titaness turns her fingers around, pointing to herself as her smirk widens. "Me, of course. And honestly? I wouldn't want it any other way. Nor would she, from what she's said. Good. Because that's exactly what Elysium is going to see. Until then? Well ... I have to deal with you, whether I want to or not."Sam's head tilts as she curiously gazes at the camera. "Tell me, Archer ... why are you going to still fight in this match? What do you hope to gain, especially now that the shot to earn The Iron Championship Belt has already slipped through your fingers? I know my answer, but I'm wanting to hear your response. Was getting into the Summit Series even part of your fighting agenda here in our blessed Elysium fields? Or did you just accept the opportunity you were given?"Her hands quickly raise beside her head as Samantha chuckles softly. "Don't misunderstand me; either way, the fact is you're here. What I am simply pointing out, however, is I didn't get here out of sheer fortune. Even before knowing about the Summit Series, I've been striving - harder than ever - to climb my way back up to the top. Surely, you've seen my success since after the Cataclysm iPPV? I promise, you weren't simply seeing things. That was when I sought SHIDO-sensei out, and have thus began working tirelessly towards achieving my goal. Say what you will ... I care not. I proved to Psico I am here on a mission. I'm here with a purpose. And I am not letting it go to waste. The third time facing Young will be my charm ... and the beginning of a new Empress residing over the Iron Division."The Titaness takes a moment to lower her hands, reach at her sides, and pull a water bottle out. Unscrewing the cap, she takes a sip before looking back at the camera, narrowing her eyes. "I'm not going to be stupid and tell you not to come like I tried my first few times after joining here. I realize how dumb of a tactic that was. But I am going to say - right here, right now - you will not beat me. Your fate will be the same as Psico's. Goodness, he even tried to win by sneaking freaking brass knuckles into our fight. And he still lost. You will be no different. My reign, my time is coming. If the recent, consecutive wins haven't proven that ... then you will see for yourself soon enough I'm not just spouting nonsense. I say what I mean and mean what I say. Always."Sam offers the camera one last smirk, followed by a salute, before the scene fades away to darkness.
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Post by Sam "The Titaness" Hamilton on Mar 23, 2018 17:09:01 GMT -8
To Be The Best Or To Be A Failure; That Is The Question!
23rd March, 2018
14:25 PM
Albuquerque, New Mexico
The Pit Arena "Tsk, tsk, Jake. I gave you tons of time. Nothing? Very disappointing." The camera pans in on The Titaness in the center of the ring. Just as she promised, the eye patch from before is gone. Beside her is a chair and the same CD player she's been bringing every now and again. She shrugs, mutters something under her breath, and leans down. A slim finger pushes on the "Play" button as a very familiar song starts to play. One even Jake can recognize rather quickly. As the lyrics start up, Samantha actually begins to sing along with the song. ♫ I've got another confession to make
I'm your fool ... " ♫ When Sam reaches the chorus, she makes damn sure to heavily emphasize on each 'best' that is mentioned. All while wearing a very smug, proud smirk. She's clearly jabbing at Archer's usual catch phrase, and seeming to have absolutely no shame in taunting him. It isn't until she finishes that Samantha resumes talking in her normal voice. "The thing is, Jake, you're a liar. A horrible one at that. While I wasn't just idly agreeing that yes, Sloan did go rather far before you fought Young, I have to agree. In certain regards, she is right. You shouldn't self-proclaim yourself to be the best when you can't back it up. That, Mr. Archer, is exactly why my nickname is a simple one. It merely represents certain vital stats. Height, namely. I'm nowhere close to the typical five foot five or six inch gal. I'm on par with our One Woman Army in that aspect. I've always been on the taller side, really. So when I began my underground career, The Titaness just seemed like the perfect nickname to adapt and use." Sam moves towards the ropes, leans against them, and uses them as a make-shift chair. "But my nickname doesn't otherwise have any false hope or promises attached to them. You vowed to beat me on Twitter."Her head shakes adamantly as her eyes narrow. "I stand by what I said before. It's not gonna happen. It's a shame that the first time you're assigned to fight me is during these Summit Series frays. Not that I'd half-ass going against you were we not in the midst of a competition. However, the timing is also going to bite you in the rear. I have everything to gain from this competition. I absolutely refuse to lose. Not now, not when I'm so close to having a chance at winning this entire event myself. After all, both Young and I are the top two fighters with the most points in the Iron Block. You're a fool if you think I'm going to let you earn such an easy win." The Titaness pulls her phone out, all while continuing to explain herself. "For me, being the best is much, much more about winning every single fight. Here we are; this sums up how one truly becomes the best individual they can be." A quick adjustment and soon, the following image reflects off of her phone. "So ... you and everyone else can taunt me all you want about taking the easy way out with becoming SHIDO-sensei's pupil. But it's the results that matter. Look at every match I've been in since Cataclysm. You'll see a pattern; it's called I've been coming out the victor. I've been overcoming every single odd and obstacle thrown against me. Although Psico is correct that Vitoly didn't put up a promo, the fact is he still got his sorry butt in the ring with me. And, in the process, he therefore got beaten and defeated by me. Again .... results are what matter. Not how it's done, nor anything else. Facts are just that; facts." The Titaness smiles, raising her right index finger up. "Just some friendly advice, sweetie. Granted, I'm not expecting you to heed it, but hey, I can try. Anyway, where am I going with this? Simple. If you wanna say you're .... "THE BEST!
THE BEST!
THE BEST!" "Throughout all of Elysium, then start proving it. It's not gonna happen against me; that I can reassure you. Now, if you wanna boast about being, for example ... " "THE BOSS!
THE BOSS!
THE BOSS!" "Then by all means, go for it. No sarcasm or strings attached. You actually have been doing pretty damn well. Much more so out of the ring than in it. I've heard from you and others time and time again that you were one of the original eight competitors here. You've also been on every single show. For that, you gain my respect. But that's all I can admire you for. You're otherwise all bark and no bite." Samantha nonchalantly shrugs. "Call me what you will. Think of me as a bitch or whatever. But I'm simply stating my observations. I, meanwhile, am actively working on bettering myself. You said on Twitter you did too via hard work, but .... I just don't see that. Sorry if I don't easily believe you. If your best was all you could offer Young, then you've only assured your fate. You're going to lose, and that's just all there is to it." The Titaness pauses, making sure everything she needed to dicate has been mentioned. When she reminds herself of one last thing, she chuckles softly, nods to herself, and speaks up once more. "I do believe that your song is indeed correct. Someone has gotten the best of you. Whom that person is? Well, I'll leave it up to you to decide. I'll see you at Frontline X, Archer. Don't say I didn't warn you about the inevitable pain and humiliation you're about to endure."Sam offers the camera one last salute before grabbing her possessions and leaving. Soon after her departure, the scene fades to black.
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Post by Jake Archer on Mar 23, 2018 20:00:08 GMT -8
Samantha Hamilton.... let's see here....
Rather than the typical Elysium Pro backdrop, we're instead greeted with Jake Archer sitting inside a rather nice office, idly thumbing through a stack of folders. Behind him is a photo of himself celebrating a victory, while in front is a golden nameplate as well as a dipping bird. You know the ones. They were super popular in the 90's I think.
Sam Ham! Here we are. Let's see, Sam has.... lost to FM Young... haven't we all...
A minor look of annoyance flashes across Jake's face, though it quickly disappears.
She won her match last week against Psico. Training under SHIDO. Maybe had a boytoy? I'm not sure about that last one, just going off what I saw on Twitter.
Archer nods as he tosses the file back onto the table, a smirk plastered on his face. Leaning back, Archer places his feet on the desk as he motions for the camera to come closer.
Sam Ham, let me make this clear. Ever since my promotion to "Boss While Finale Is Away", I've had a lot on my plate. There's organizing the first ever and soon to be wildly successful Elysium Prom. Renting the tuxedo for the first ever and soon to be wildly successful Elysium Prom. Reminding Rick Walsh that he's not in charge and is in fact a balding loser. Holding down the fort while Finale readies his troops for war. It's a lot to deal with, and any lesser man would have no doubt crumpled under the pressure long ago. Running a successful promotion is HARD, but thankfully I have people assisting me along the way including a man I'm happy to call my mentor. He's running a Grand Prix, and I will be there supporting my good friend Spectre. So yeah, I'd say that's a pretty busy schedule, and that doesn't include my in-ring commitments. But hey, if anyone can do all this and make it look good, Jake Archer certainly can.
Archer shrugs his shoulders, looking as carefree as possible.
Sam Ham, I've read up on you. Tried to take the Iron Title, and ya failed. Had a shot on PPV and everything, and the whole world saw you lose. I'd sympathize if it ever happened to me, but it didn't, at least not without me already competing in a grueling match beforehand. Jake Archer is a winning winner who wins, and for you to sit here and try to spread lies about me is slanderous at best and grounds for termination if I'm really feeling vindictive. Jake Archer is
THE BEST
THE BEST
THE BEST
THE BEST
at everything he sets his mind to, and for you to ramble on and on and on about "Well Jake, maybe you don't want it enough!" is just preposterous. I've busted my ass for this company before Finale and Kelly Godless gave you the time of day, so don't you dare try to sit on your high horse and act like you're my superior in any way. I've beaten opponents bigger and stronger and certainly smarter, so slapping you around is just another Sunday as far as I'm concerned. And surprise, surprise, I don't need anyone's help to do it. Certainly not some dead behind the eyes false god. I am a self-made man, and my victory over you is just proof that Jake Archer is not only better than you, but better than our World Champion as well. Why, you might as well just proclaim me the new Champion and winner of the Summit Series! Call me Parker Lewis baby, because I can't lose!
Archer lets out a belly laugh, clearly pleased with himself.
Oh, I know, I know. You're bettering yourself. You're learning from Shido-sensei. You've got motivational quotes as the wallpaper on your phone, so we know you're super serious about winning! But here's the thing sweet cheeks, you don't have the confidence needed to succeed against me. I mean, that's why you had to cut two promos on me, right? Because you didn't think one was enough, you didn't think your material was good enough to stand on it's own, so you just had to cut another promo about how better you were and how much more you wanted this. You're trying to play the confident heroine and the underdog at the same time, and quite frankly you can't pull off either. You're just an scared girl trying her best to put on a brave face and succeed, and in any other situation, I'd honestly feel for you. I can sympathize with putting on a brave face while the world rallies against you but the difference between you and me is that I never had to hide behind another man's shadow to be great. I faced every obstacle head on, because win or lose, I was going to prove that I could hang with each and every motherfucker that tried to put me down.
I have succeeded, Samantha, not because someone helped me, but in spite of it. I didn't need anyone to become
THE BEST
THE BEST
THE BEST
THE BEST
in Elysium, and I certainly didn't need anyone to achieve greatness in Elysium! And now, now my hard work is paying off, because not only am I universally recognized as the best, but now I hold a position of authority here in Elysium. I hold the power, and I didn't need to beat anyone to do so. Finale saw in ym the desire to succeed, the drive to achieve more than anyone else, and he rewarded that by entrusting me with this very company. So if I can impress the boss, why the fuck do I have to spend a second trying to impress you?
Instead, I'm going to kick you square in the face and prove that despite your teachings and your quotes, you'll never be The Best.
I suggest you accept that.
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