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Post by rkolegendkilla on Mar 31, 2007 7:07:01 GMT -5
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A WreSpi Diary
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[- Blake Reed -]
Age: 18
Date Of Birth: 27th September, 1988
Height: 6"2'
Weight: 235lbs
From: Detroit, Michigan
Saturday, March 31st, 2007
[8:23am]
My alarm clock screams in my ear. It once again disturbs my blissful sleep. But I do not mind, because I am pumped for another day of wrestling training at RVD's new training center in Detroit, just down the road from my apartment. I am 18, and living with my Girlfriend, it is rough, but I pull through. She is awoken by the alarm, but after I shut it off, she drifts back to sleep. I give her a kiss on the head and start to get ready for training.
[9:03am]
This place has become familiar to me. It is my old High School gym, which RVD has rented out for his wrestling camp. While RVD only visits the camp on occasion, I know I am in good hands from the guys training me. Today we have a surprise. While we practice our reversals, a very well known man walks into the gym. His name, Jim Ross. As I finish my last hip toss before the lunch break, he calls me over.
[12:36pm]
I can't believe it. I am standing face to face with JR. Sweat drenching my body, he tells me to take a shower and come outside so we can talk. I wash up quickly and go out back where JR is eagerly awaiting me. "Kid, I have some fantastic news for you." As soon as he said that, my heart jumped a beat or two. "After Rob came down and watched you last Thursday he gave me a call. He said that you have potential, and that you look like a young Chris Jericho with your ring presence. I want you to come down to the Hall Of Fame dinner tonight and meet with Vince." Is this a prank one of the guys in the camp have pulled on me? It has to be. JR hands me 2 VIP tickets to the 2007 WWE Hall Of Fame as I look at it in disbelief.
[5:20pm]
With my second ticket I invite my Girlfriend Jade. She is not really into wrestling, as she only watches Raw to perve on John Cena and Randy Orton. I am dressed in my black suit and tie, and she is wearing a stunning gold dress that she wore to her sisters wedding last month. We get in our 1996 Ford Falcon and go on our way to Fox Theater.
[11:33pm]
What a night. Some very deserving inductee's and a lot of very good stories about Jim Ross. I let my Girlfriend go back to the apartment in a cab because I am sure she would get bored here at the after party. There is champagne everywhere, but of course, it is illegal for me to drink alcohol. JR walks up to me and says that Mr. McMahon wants to have a word with me now. I walk up to Vince, who is chatting with Ric Flair. I let them part ways before talking. "Oh hi there, Blake is it?" The nerves go away once he starts the conversation. "Yes, sir." " I hear you have quite a lot of potential. How about working a dark match for me on the April 2nd edition of Raw? I will fly you into Dayton with all the other boys." I couldn't believe what I had just heard. I now have the chance to do something I have dreamed my whole life of doing. "Yes, sir. I would be honored." We both shook hands and sealed the deal.
[1:22am]
I arrive back at my apartment, stoked at what had just happened. I get ready for bed, but can't stop thinking of what it is going to be like backstage at a WWE event. I slip into bed next to Jade and drift off to sleep. Who knows what can happen from here... |
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Post by pero on Mar 31, 2007 7:09:42 GMT -5
Woah, I love the backstory; It's fantastic that your doing a Wrestling Spi diary and I'm looking forward to it Tom, please stick with it and keep up the good work <3
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Post by mrcrap on Mar 31, 2007 11:00:07 GMT -5
That was great, i can't wait to see what happens next and i'm hooked to this diary already.
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Post by duan on Mar 31, 2007 11:06:18 GMT -5
holy. I love this already. This is great. I love how Vince double checks your name, as he is a busy man.
T-Mac, stick with this, and you will have my babies.
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Post by Fury on Mar 31, 2007 20:12:11 GMT -5
This is awesome, great backstory can't wait to see how it turns out.
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Post by stevecorinoisgod on Mar 31, 2007 20:18:33 GMT -5
The backstory's okay, but WreSpi diaries generally end up sucking or getting unrealistic after a while. Here's hoping this one is different. Why don't you post your stats and stuff?
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Post by rkolegendkilla on Apr 1, 2007 1:33:35 GMT -5
[- Stats -] [The Rumble Skills]Brawling: C- Power: D Strong Style: E Hardcore: E MMA: F [The Techincal Skills]Mat Wrestling: C+ Chain Wrestling: D+ Submissions: C [The Flying Skills]Aerial: C- Flashiness: C- [Entertainement Skills]Microphone: B+ Charisma: B+ Acting: B+ Looks: B Star Quality: B- [Performance Skills]Basics: B Physcology: B- Safety: B Concisency: C Selling: B [The Physical Skills]Athelticism: B Toughness: D- Stamina: B+ [The Backstage Skills]Buisness: E Booking: E Respect: D [The Other Skills]Intensity: C- Stiffness: D Resilience: B Menace: D Refereing: F Spirit: C [Promotions]Employers: WWE Position: Opener Babyface/Tweener/Heel?: Babyface [Finishers]1. Shining Wizard 2. Moonsault[/center] |
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Post by rkolegendkilla on Apr 1, 2007 3:35:02 GMT -5
Monday, April 2nd, 2007
[10:27am]
My plane hits the ground at the Dayton Airport, and people start stepping out onto ground level. I stretch to get the cramps out of my arms and legs, then go off to collect my suitcase. While at baggage, I bump into Raw superstar Carlito. After we talk for a good 20 minutes about various things, I jump into a cab and head off to the hotel allocated for the WWE Superstars.
[1:14pm]
After a light exercise in the gym at the hotel, I make my way to the Hara Arena via a rented car. When I get to the arena, I decide to chill out for a little while, and grab a bite to eat at catering. Jerry Brisco tells me that my opponent tonight will be Lance Cade, which I am not too fussed about. He says I will just need to do the job and both Lance and I can work the match out when we are out there. I then just watch television in the locker room until showtime.
[8:30pm]
Pat Patterson tells me that I am on 5... 4... 3... 2... 1. My music hits the arena, which is just a generic theme I have been given. I get no reaction what so ever. I just make my way to the ring, holding my arms in the air and giving some high fives to the kids in the front row. Lance Cade gets some good heat on the way to the ring. The bell rings, it is time to show what I have got.
[Dark Match]
Lance Cade vs Blake Reed
The match starts with Lance really stiffing me with the punches, which I was not too happy about. He got a lot more cautious with my body as the match went on. I didn't get much offense in, but when I did I believe I was pretty impressive with the moves I did, which included an inziguri and standing dropkick. Lance finished me off with a Lariat Clothesline after abut 3 minutes. I had a lot of fun and I hope Vince asks me to come back again. |
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Post by pero on Apr 2, 2007 7:02:56 GMT -5
I love the fact you didn't win your first match; I also love the fact Cade was stiffing you as your "breaking into the business" - Adds a level of realism, this diary is very good; and I hope it stays realistic.
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Post by Fury on Apr 3, 2007 4:08:17 GMT -5
This is easily the most realistic and probably the best wrespi diary I've read since joining. You added a great level of realism in this and it's been great so far, keep it up.
Oh and btw would you mind if I used that damn sexy avatar and credit you.
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Post by rkolegendkilla on Apr 3, 2007 4:18:07 GMT -5
Sure, go for it. Don't bother crediting either, I didn't make this one.
And thanks for the reply, this thread was really lacking replies.
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Post by stevecorinoisgod on Apr 3, 2007 4:45:56 GMT -5
I liked the first match you had, especially how you mentioning Cade stiffing you as kind of his way of breaking you in. This diary's really good so far, hope you keep it for a long time.
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Post by rkolegendkilla on Apr 3, 2007 5:10:12 GMT -5
Thursday, April 5th, 2007
[8:56am]
I start another day at Rob Van Dam's training center. I have now finished paying off my fees after my pay from Vince for appearing in a Dark Match. It is a Thursday, so today RVD will visit the camp and check on how everyone is doing. We start doing our push-ups and sit-ups. After those we get into the ring and start to practise our chops.
[12:29pm]
We begin our lunch break. I take the sandwich I brought along and start to eat. Rob is scheduled to show up at 12:30, so he will be coming any time now. He arrives, but to our surprise, he is in his wrestling gear. We all look at each other, thinking "What the hell?"
[1:17pm]
We finish our lunch break. We all step back into the ring, but so does Rob. Rob points at 3 of the guys, none of them was me. He tells them to lay down on the canvas. When they did, RVD potato sacked them to see how they reacted, and how well they were able to work there way out. None succeded. He then points to another 3 guys, and I was in that 3. He does the same to the two guys who were with me. They were both unsuccessful. I then bend over to lay down. RVD then stops me. He says "Weren't you that kid who jobbed to Cade last week?" I said yes, and a smile came over his face. He tells me to take a shower and wait out back for him.
[1:49pm]
After about half an hour, RVD finally comes into the change rooms where I am eagerly awaiting him. He tells me that he and Vince have been talking about me for the past week. He asks me if I am interested in having a match with Elijah Burke at the next ECW show. Of corse, I said yes. He tells me that he would get back to me so I give him my cell phone number. |
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Post by talibanbackpack on Apr 3, 2007 5:32:44 GMT -5
Wow,pretty good stuff,Tom. I like it.
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Post by hazuki on Apr 7, 2007 3:38:49 GMT -5
sweet really good i liked the rvd thing keep up the good work
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Post by pero on Apr 7, 2007 4:05:51 GMT -5
Love the way this is going, Tom.
The whole starting off against a jobber, getting noticed and getting a chance on ECW is really good and realistic, I'm looking forward to seeing how things go. Keep it up bro!
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Post by Fury on Apr 7, 2007 4:51:25 GMT -5
As I've said before this is absolutely perfect. I love the way this is laid out and how realistic and detailed it is. Tom you are my idol (yeah I know sad life). Can't wait to see more.
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Post by rkolegendkilla on Apr 7, 2007 7:31:00 GMT -5
Sunday, April 8th, 2007
[2:06pm]
I am sitting on the couch, watching Wrestlemania 23 of all things. I sit, my eyes fixated on the television, wondering what it would be like to be out there, in front of 80,000 people. The atmosphere, the crowd, the lights, the pyros, just the global spectacle that is Wrestlemania. Jade has gone to the mall with a few friends, leaving me watching wrestling in my underwear eating sandwiches. I hear my cell phone ring, I dash into the kitchen and receive the call. It is Rob. He tells me that he will pick me up from my house Monday morning, and we will fly into Providence, Rhode Island together. He says we will fly in a day early and have a "bonding" period. I am so excited, and can't wait until tomorrow.
Monday, April 9th, 2007
[9:32am]
Rob Van Dam pulls up outside my house in a black SUV, and walks to the front door. He rings the bell, and Jade invites him inside. I grab my duffel bag and suitcase. I give Jade a kiss on my way out and he head off to the airport.
[7:37pm]
We arrive at our hotel in Rhode Island. It is "5 Star", no pun intended. We throw our bags on the floor and sit on our respective beds. We flick around channels, waiting for Raw to start on the USA Network. Rob heads out and grabs something to eat, and we both watch Raw before getting some sleep.
Tuesday, April 10th, 2007
[12:08pm]
We both arrive at the arena together. I drop my bag into the ECW locker room and head for the arena. I sit in one of the thousands of seats, watching as the crew sets up the arena for the Smackdown taping. Barbie Blank, aka. Kelly Kelly comes and takes a seat next to me, which I found odd, seeing as there are thousands of seats to choose from. I didn't complain though. We talk for a good half an hour about random things, and then head back to the locker room.
[10:21pm]
I am in my full wrestling gear, and waiting behind the curtain for my cue. I am nervous, but excited. It is time for me and Elijah to put on a great match. It's time to show them what I am made of.
[- RVD Promo -]
Surprise for Elijah
Elijah is in the ring along with the New Breed awaiting his opponent of Rob Van Dam's choosing. The Originals music hits, and they all make their way to the ring, RVD leading the pack. It is the New Breed on one side of the ring, and The Originals on the other. RVD says he has picked an opponent for Burke straight out of his wrestling camp in Detroit. Blake Reed!
Elijah Burke vs Blake Reed
I push away the curtain, and I actually get a pop, which I am delighted about. I have been assigned a theme song, "When You Were Young" by The Killers. I shake hands with all the Originals and hug RVD before the match. Elijah and I really pulled out an amazing match. I felt the best I ever had in a wrestling ring, and it showed. We both hit some great moves from the top rope, as well as putting on a good technical bout. Our match went for 15 minutes, which was amazing. It was 15 minutes of great action. The ref tells us to finish off. Elijah hits the Elijah express on me from out of nowhere, and picks up the three. The crowd reacted great, and I feel like I am now a real part of this business.
[10:39pm]
I get backstage, greeted my handshakes from guys like Batista, Benoit and Booker T. The biggest compliment of the night was when The Undertaker walked up and shook my hand. I considered that the best moment of the night. I go back to the hotel with RVD very pleased with my night's work. |
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Post by blackcherry on Apr 7, 2007 12:21:37 GMT -5
awww great diary here MaccyT. I'm loving how you havent got him too big for his boots so he starts on ECW. Great stuff, I shall be reading more....
....if you read TK:WWE 07 ¬_¬
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Post by paulondonfan450 on Apr 7, 2007 20:35:00 GMT -5
This is shaping up to be a great diary! I like the WreSpi concept. I think you are the 1st one i've seen use it. Put me down as a reader for this diary. Keep up the good work T Mac!
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