The fans were thrilled to see the EBWF debuts of Steve Austin and the Undertaker. The glass shattered and the fans cheered as Stone Cold made his way to the ring, drank some beer, threw up his middle fingers and did his usual schtick. The lights went out and a bell chimed. The fans cheered again. The Undertaker switched it up a little, making his entrance to AC/DC's "Hell's Bells". He stood in the ring across from Austin and the bell rang. The pair kicked off the show with a brawl, moreso than anything else. Austin was clearly overpowered and although the Texas Rattlesnake put up a hell of a fight, The Undertaker got the best of him. Taker hit the Tombstone and the match was over. 1...2...3! The Deadman was victorious in his debut match. As his music started to play, Druids carried a coffin to the ring. The camera zoomed in on the coffin to reveal an Ultimate Warrior logo on the top of it. Undertaker climbed out of the ring and pulled the coffin's lid open. The coffin was empty. The Undertaker looked confused as the show went to its first commercial break.
Winner: The Undertaker
Reason: No Austin roleplay.
SEGMENT
The scene opened with medical technicians running through the hallway. The camera followed them and an unconscious body could be seen in the distance. The technicians gathered around, and the camera got closer to reveal that the man was none other than John Morrison. He was lying on a broken table, bleeding, and broken light-tubes were strewn around him. The camera fell on Jonathan Coachman.
Jonathan Coachman: Ladies and Gentlemen, as you can see, John Morrison has been brutally assaulted backstage. At this time we have no information regarding who the assailant is, but we'll be sure to keep you updated on his condition. Jerry, Joey...back to you.
The scene flickered back to Joey Styles and Jerry Lawler, who discussed the attack for a few moments before introducing the next match.
Match #2
The Minnesota Home Wrecking Crew made their entrance and got a mixed reaction from the fans. When 3 Live Kru made their way to the ring they were practically booed out of the building. Killings started off in the ring against Rain. The two locked up and Killings broke the lock-up, slapping Rain in the face with a grin. Rain was furious, and she fired back with right hands. The two fought for a few minutes before Killings pushed Rain into her home corner and pointed at Lacey, indicating that he wanted her to make the tag. Lacey tagged in and Killings ran at her with a clothesline. It conncected and he went for the cover. 1..2...kickout. Rain clapped as her partner fought back to her feet. Killings tagged in Konnan, who towered over Lacey. But Lacey refused to go down without a fight. She used her speed to stay out of Konnan's reach, and caught him quick jabs and punches when he was least expecting it. She hit him with a dropkick, but the big man didn't go down. He fell backwards and Rain ran into the ring, hitting Konnan with a bulldog. He was down, and Killings was soon back in the ring. The referee warned Killings to back off, and Rain slid back out of the ring. Killings cursed at the referee before getting back to his corner. Lacey climbed to the top rope and launched herself off it with an elbow drop. She connected, and dragged Konnan up. Killings looked like he was about to run into the ring again but Rain had gone to his side of the ring, and she pulled his leg. He fell off the apron, hitting his jaw on the steel steps as Rain pulled him down. Lacey hit Konnan with a lightning spiral and covered him. The referee got to 3 before Killings could fight Rain off.
Winners: MHWC
Reason: Slightly better RP.
Segment
The camera focused on Syxx, who was walking down the hallway dressed in a black bandana, jeans, and an nWo shirt. Todd Grisham caught up with Syxx and touched him on the arm.
Todd Grisham: Syxx, I was wondering if I could get a few words. Jeff Hardy is fighting Shawn Michaels tonight, and I was wondering if--
Syxx had heard enough. He shoved Todd out of the way.
Syxx: Yeah, I got a few words for ya...Go to hell!
Syxx rolled his eyes at Todd and simply continued to walk past him, without another word.
Match #3
"Cho Cho Chosen One" started to play and Jeff Jarrett made his way to the ring with Dusty Rhodes, and his signature guitar. Dusty stood at ringside as Lance Storm made his entrance. The bell rang and Jarrett was still furious about The Miz's comments as he fought Storm. Storm didn't take the fight lying down, but it was obvious that he couldn't compete with Jarrett's current mindset. Jarrett through Lance out of the ring and tried to climb out after him. The referee held Jarrett back and as he was distracted, Rhodes threw Lance into the steel steps before rolling him back into the ring. Jarrett covered...1...2...Lance kicked out and got back to his feet. The Miz began to walk to the ring and Jarrett was distracted. He started to head out of the ring but Lance grabbed him and pulled him back, hitting him with a neckbreaker followed by a cover. Jarrett kicked out. Jarrett and Lance fought on and when Lance was thrown into the ropes, Dusty Rhodes grabbed his feet, tripping him. The referee warned Dusty and Jarrett immediately slid out of the ring to meet The Miz ran down the ramp to meet Jarrett half way and the two exchanged right hands. Rhodes kept the referee distracted and Miz threw Jarrett back into the ring. Storm spun Jarrett around and Dusty stepped back, telling the referee to get back to the action. Miz was still at ringside and Jarrett was distracted, but he still managed to take his anger out on Storm. He kicked him in the midsection and went for a DDT. He hit it. Cover. 1...2... Miz ran into the ring and kicked Jarrett in the back of the head. He hit him with the Mizard of Oz and Rhodes stormed into the ring. Miz rolled under the bottom rope and the referee rang the bell. Jarrett was decladed the winner by DQ, and he was furious. He started to beat down Lance Storm and informed Rhodes to get him a chair. Rhodes hesitated, so Jarrett grabbed his guitar and smashed Storm over the head with it. Miz smirked and shrugged as "All Grown Up" hit and Stephanie McMahon stepped out onto the stage.
Stephanie McMahon: Whoa... Whoa. Boys! Stop it for a moment. Miz...it seems you're fully aware of Jarrett's issues with you, and since you had no problem attacking him tonight, I'm sure you'll have no problem facing him in a cage match at Aftermath.
The fans cheered.
Stephanie McMahon: Before you say anything, yes, we are aware that you're the number one contender for the No Limits title. You may use that at Aftermath, and wrestle twice, or you may use it at another time and place. That's completely up to you. But until Aftermath, Jeff, Mike... you are not to touch each other...is that clear?
The Miz shrugged and Jeff Jarrett looked angry, but was happy to be getting the cage match. He reluctantly nodded and Stephanie grinned.
Stephanie McMahon: Excellent. Enjoy the rest of your night, guys.
"All Grown Up" hit again and the show faded to a commercial.
Winner: Jeff Jarrett
Reason: No Storm roleplay, but I thought this was the best way to build up a storyline before Aftermath.
Match #4
The fans cheered for the first appearance of Shane Helms since Wrestlemania. He made his way to the ring clutching his IC title and held it up proudly before handing it to the referee. It wasn't on the line, but the referee handed it to the timekeeper for safekeeping. Samoe Joe made his way to the ring and the fans were behind him too...although Helms seemed to get the better reaction. Joe looked deadly serious as he circled Helms, and he caught Helms with a quick but stiff kick to the ribs, followed by a DDT. He didn't go for the cover, but instead he pulled Helms up and went to whip him into the ropes. Helms reversed and sent Joe into the ropes instead. Helms lowered his head but paid for it when Joe came back and caught Helms with a hard kick to the chest, followed by a swinging neckbreaker. 1...2...kickout. Helms got back up and went after Joe with right hands. Joe felt the shots but they didn't do a whole lot of damage. Helms kicked Joe in the leg and Joe crouched down. Helms ran into the ropes and hit the Shining Wizard! Cover...1...2...Joe kicked out. Joe was back on his feet. He caught Helms with the Muscle Buster and went for the cover...1...2...3! Joe pinned the IC Champion. Just then a man jumped the guard rail. He was slender, in yellowish green ring attire and short spiked hair. It was CZW's "Sick" Nick Mondo. Joe smirked and slapped hands with Mondo, and the two began to assault Shane Helms. Mondo picked up a weakened Helms and climbed to the top rope with him. The fans were tense as Mondo launched himself off the top rope and hit Helms with an assault driver through the announce table. The fans chanted "Holy shit...holy shit..." and some atmospheric music began to play. Joe and Mondo looked confused, and the titan tron showed Sting, walking the rafters of the building. The two men looked up and Sting held his signature baseball bat while silently staring down at the duo.
Winner: Samoa Joe
Reason: No Helms roleplay...the rest is storyline.
Segment
The scene opened up backstage with Triple H talking and Shawn Michaels having a conversation. HBK was already in his ring gear, but Triple H was simply dressed in street clothes: jeans, Motorhead shirt, black leather jacket. Todd Grisham walked up to them with a microphone, and the two stared at him as if he were the lowest form of scum.
Shawn Michaels: Can we help you?
Todd Grisham: Actually...I just saw Syxx, and he refused to comment about your match with Jeff tonight, so I was wondering if...
Triple H: If we might have something to say about it?
Todd Grisham: Well, yeah... do you think Syxx might--
Hunter held up his hand to interrupt.
Triple H: Let me stop you right there, Todd. I don't think about Syxx, because I don't care about Syxx. Is that clear?
Todd Grisham: Um, yes.
Triple H: Good. But with that being said...I do care about Shawn Michaels. So if anyone decides to team up with Jeff and jump him tonight...well, I'll be there in a heart beat, and whoever's in that ring taking the boots to HBK had better be prepared to face the consequences. I hope that clears thing up for ya. Come on, Shawn.
Todd stepped aside as DX walked away.
Match #5
I'm Comin' hit and MVP made his way to the ring. He waited in the ring as Cena made his entrance, and the EBWF's newest signing, Batista appeared next. MVP and Cena both teamed up in an attempt to eliminate The Animal from the match-up. It worked, for the most part. MVP took Batista down with a DDT and covered, but even before Cena could interrupt, Batista powered out and got back to his feet. Cena charged at Batista, and Batista caught him with a spinebuster. He covered, but MVP interfered, catching Batista off-guard with a punt to the head. MVP speared Batista out of the ring, then dragged Cena to his feet. He hit the Playmaker, went for the cover, and the referee counted 1...2...3!
Winner: MVP
Reason: No other roleplays.
Match #6
Matt Hardy v RVD was cancelled due to time constraints.
Winner: Nobody
Reason: No roleplays.
Match #7
It was time for the match everyone had been waiting for...HBK Shawn Michaels versus The Charismatic Enigma, Jeff Hardy! Both men made their entrances to thunderous ovations (even though HBK was supposed to be the heel) and the men stood opposite one another, feeling one another out. Shawn held out his hand for a handshake, and Jeff looked suspicious, but accepted. Shawn smirked and pulled Jeff into him, starting the match off with a chop to Jeff's chest. The chop knocked Jeff backwards and HBK followed up with a clothesline. He went for an early cover..1....2...kickout! Jeff fought his way back up, and HBK charged towards Jeff again. Jeff ducked, and caught HBK's arms to put him in a backslide, then into a pinning predicament. The referee dropped to his knees and counted...1...2...Shawn kicked out and rolled backwards, getting back to his feet. The men were back up just as quickly as one another and this time it was Jeff who caught HBK with the chop. Shawn held his chest and Jeff hit him with a dropkick. He climbed onto the toprope and the fans cheered for a possible Swanton, but Shawn slid out of the ring. Jeff shrugged, and went for a flying forearm off the top rope. Shawn ducked out of the way but Jeff managed to land on his feet. Shawn frowned and slapped Jeff in the mouth! Jeff looked shocked for a moment before firing back with a slap of his own. He whipped Shawn into the steps and the referee started a count. He got to 4 before Jeff climbed back into the ring, and Shawn was back in the ring by 7. The two men battled on for another eight minutes or so, and neither man seemed to have the clear advantage. The fans were worked into a frenzy when HBK knocked Jeff down with a flying forearm, and prepared for the Sweet Chin Music. He started to tune up the band, and when he stemped his foot the second time "Fuck Everything" began to play and the fans exploded as Shawn's head turned to face the stage. Syxx started to walk down the ramp, trash-talking as he locked eyes with Michaels. Michaels made the mistake of forgetting about Jeff, and Jeff caught him with a forearm to the back of the head. He spun HBK around, and hit him with the Twist of Fate! Jeff covered...1...2...3! The bell rang and Syxx slid into the ring. He and Jeff locked eyes, and grinned before touching their fists together. The two of them turned and started to pound on HBK. The fans chanted "Triple H...Triple H..." and they didn't have to wait long. "The Game" hit and the fans erupted once again as Triple H charged the ring. Jeff battled HBK and Syxx turned towards the ramp, practically begging Hunter to get into the ring. Hunter didn't hesitate, and he and Syxx began to exchange right hands. Syxx kicked Hunter in the ribs and went for the Syxx-Factor, but Triple H pushed him backwards, into the ropes and took him over the top rope with a clothesline. Triple H turned around as Jeff hit a second Twist of Fate on Shawn Michaels. Triple H charged at Jeff, but Jeff heard him coming and slid out of the ring. Triple H tended to Shawn while Jeff and Syxx headed up the ramp together, walking backwards and not taking their eyes off DX. Jeff looked at Syxx and the two stopped at the top of the ramp, holding up the 2 Sweet sign as the show went off the air.
Winner: Jeff Hardy
Reason: His RP was better...even though I helped write it, lol. The rest is storyline.