SD 37: Eno Redrum vs Hardcore Jesus

[Ben Jacobs]

NOTE:
AJ and I have decided to start a new rule here in RCW to try and motivate early rps. THUS, your first rp MUST be posted by Friday, April 17th @ 11:59 PM CST. If you do not get your first rp posted by then, you will recieve a -2 point penality on your overall rp score.

RP deadline is Tuesday, April 21st @ 11:59 PM CST

Match & segment deadline is Wednesday, April 22nd @ 8:30 AM CST.

[Eno Redrum]

Voices of Yesterday

[Eno Redrum]

Christ Killer

[Nate Sipes/The New Level]

[As the lights come up on the ring in the middle of the Boys and Girls Club, a now-notorious group of eclectic characters wait to cut a new promo. Hardcore Jesus leans against the ring with Wacko Carl standing to his right. As they wait for the camera crew to set up the equipment, the two 7DA members discuss their current affairs.]

HJ: So, how’s Beavis doing? Will his arm be alright by Hog Heaven?

WC: Absolutely. He’ll be here soon enough after he’s done getting it checked out by the doctor. Right now, you should be more worried about being fully recovered from that concussion Havoc gave you a while back.

HJ: Do you really think a concussion would stop me for very long? I remember fighting that “enhanced” freak, Firebomb, in a Hardcore Match where I got put through a table and had my skull cracked by a chair. The next week, I was there; pumped and ready to go.

WC: Yeah but the way that place was ran, if you didn’t show up, you’d have been made part of the job squad.

HJ: Like the boss didn’t do that anyway? Besides, that was then; this is now. I’m fine and I’m ready to get back in the ring.

[As they speak, the entrance door opens up and Extreme Beavis walks into the Boys and Girls Club. He rubs his sore arm and shoulder as he walks over to his comrades.]

WC: So, how’s the arm?

EB: It’s fine. Some slightly strained ligaments and a hell of a bone bruise but nothing serious.

HJ: Great! That means nothing will stop you guys from becoming tag champs at Hog Heaven.

EB: You’ve got that right.

[Carl and Beavis hit a fist pump.]

EB: So, did you guys catch that Eno promo?

HJ: Yeah, I did. That guy definitely has some problems. Then again, if I had to live with the fact that my whole family was dead, I’m not sure if I would react any differently.

WC: He seems like a cool enough guy but he does get scr*wed over a lot. His allies keep dumping him or making him out to be their flunky.

HJ: A guy like Eno Redrum would never be a lackey…but he does need some better support.

EB: He needs to get his head clear, if you ask me.

HJ: That he does, Beavis. Hopefully, this match will put that fact into perspective for him.

WC: What about him saying he’s going to kill you?

HJ: You leave that to me, Carl.

[The camera crew finally signals that there ready. Before beginning, Hardcore Jesus turns to the Disciples.]

HJ: So, where are you guys setting up?

WC: We’ll just watch if that’s alright. You should have the spotlight for this promo since you’ve been out of action for a while now.

HJ: Okay, that’s fine.

[HJ, with a slightly confused look on his face, stands against the ring apron as the Disciples pull up chairs next to the camera crew. The camera turns on and HJ begins.]

HJ: And so, I’ve finally returned to active competition in RCW. Many people thought that once the FOE gave me a concussion by wrapping a chair around my head and then closing it with their feet that I’d be gone. Of course, these people are unfamiliar with the abuse that I can take. I wouldn’t be called Hardcore Jesus if I didn’t have a high tolerance for pain. I’ve not only had chairs cracked over my head but have been put through tables, had my back ripped open with barbed wire and broken glass, had fire blown into my very eyes…and yet I’ve always returned with even more determination than before. This latest concussion was no different as I’m out to prove to everyone who now doubts my toughness that I’m some pushover; a stepping stone for someone better.

[HJ pushes himself away from the apron to stand straight up in front of the camera.]

HJ: As for my opponent, his pain has been laid out for us each time he’s spoken in RCW. The death of his family; the dark cloud that hangs over his soul each and every day; the pain he, obviously, feels over this ordeal. Yet, despite this personal tragedy, he’s triumphed in the ring. He’s taken men such as The Phil, Rhemses Trekker, Doug Gavelon, and Casanova to the limit. He’s shown that he does have world class talent…

[HJ crosses his arms as he continues.]

HJ: …but hasn’t been able to take it to the next step and win championship gold in RCW. Also, while his personal problems have been driving him, they’re also hindering him. He’s used to failure and used to his business associates walking over him. Just look at this current situation he’s in with this “Andy” guy: Eno’s current feelings of hatred and betrayal are borderline psychotic. However, Eno allowed himself to be put in that situation by making bad deals with sc*mb*g business partners. So, while he has a ton of talent and has challenged the top tier of RCW, he’s never defeated them. In order to deal that, he has to get his head clear, get out of these bad business deals and go back to kicking some a** in the ring. Then again, when he begins claiming to be the “Christ Killer,” the latter won’t be happening until his next match.

[HJ uncrosses his arms and slowly starts rubbing them together.]

HJ: It’s always been obvious, Eno, that you have a killer instinct.



HJ:Good; I like that. Whenever I find an opponent like that, I know that the battle to come will be a great test of my skills and endurance. But like I said earlier, I have a high tolerance for pain. If you truly want to be the “Christ Killer,” you may find your desire go unfulfilled. After all of the battles I’ve been through, I know that it would take a much greater force than you or me to end my life. So, Eno, if you want to try then take your best shot but you will soon realize that it’s impossible to kill someone who specializes in reincarnation.

[HJ takes his right hand and slides it to his chin; contemplating something.]

HJ: Still, Eno, I don’t hate you. In fact, I have a profound respect for someone who can go through what you have and not put a bullet in their temple. As such, after our encounter, if you ever need a hand in a situation, look the 7DA up. However, that doesn’t change what will happen this week. You will lose, Eno. I will grab you around your muscular neck, drop you with the Inner Light and have my arm raised in victory. It will be shown that while you do have the talent to be a champion, until you get your personal affairs in order, you will only be the gatekeeper for other wrestlers’ careers. You need to rebuild yourself again, Eno, and that rebuilding begins after your downfall at my hands at Southern Dynamite. I will show that no matter what religion you may follow that success can come when you reach out and touch faith.

[HJ tilts his head back and closes his eyes. He puts his arms out to either side and holds the pose until the camera cuts. After it does, the crew begins to clean up and the Disciples walk back over to HJ. They continue to converse about their current situations.]

HJ: So, have you guys figured out a new team name yet?

WC: We’ve been thinking about it and just tossing a few ideas around.

HJ: Well, let me know when you’ve settled on something. Like I said, you guys are showing right now that nobody should be overlooking you. You’ve shown that you’re not lackeys and your new name will show that.

EB: Definitely man. Speaking of which, when Doug and Nate beat those meatheads, what’ll happen then?

HJ: What do you mean? It’ll be an all 7 Day Army final and the best team will win. They won’t go soft on you and for your sake, neither should you.

WC: That’s the way it should be. It’ll be a great match. I just hope Doug doesn’t wear himself out before he kicks Havoc’s a** out of here.

HJ: Don’t worry about Doug. He’s a cardio machine. Besides, right now, we have to go do some training of our own. Let’s try to strengthen Beavis’s arm back up.

EB: Let’s go.

[The three 7DA members walk from ringside and out the exit.]

[Nate Sipes/The New Level]

[Inside the media room of the Boys and Girls Club, Bettie Lee Rose anxiously awaits her next interview subject. The anxiety comes from the fact that several of her recent guests have either tried to physically or verbally assault her. This recent turn of events have left her on edge. She hopes that her next subject, Hardcore Jesus, will act more professionally. As she thinks this over, HJ steps into the room with the Disciples right behind him.]

HJ: Hello, Bettie, and how are you doing today?

[HJ goes to shake her hand but she tenses up and takes a step back.]

BLR: Uh, hi. Glad you guys could make it.

[HJ returns her anxious look with a confused one as the Disciples trade confused looks of their own.]

HJ: I see. Are you feeling alright?

[Bettie realizes how she just reacted, takes a deep breath and shakes HJ’s still-outstretched hand.]

BLR: I’m sorry. It’s just with the grief that Havoc and Pain & Suffering have put me through lately, I’ve been really on edge every time I talk to someone.

HJ: Well, don’t worry about it. Doug and Nate will take care of those two muscle-bound morons at Southern Dynamite and then Doug will take care of Havoc at Hog Heaven.

BLR: I certainly hope so. How about your match? How are you feeling about it?

HJ: I’m feeling as confident as ever. Eno’s a tough opponent but I know that I’m ready to take whatever he’s got.

BLR: Sounds good.

[Bettie turns her attention to the Disciples.]

BLR: By the way, congrats on making it to the finals guys!

WC: Thanks a lot. It’s nice to be appreciated.

EB: Yeah, a lot of the boys in the back still think it’s a fluke.

BLR: Well, I, for one, believe that is was no fluke. I think the other two teams left should be worried about you.

WC: Thanks again. I guess we’ll have to see if you’re right in a few weeks.

[Bettie turns her attention back to HJ.]

BLR: So, are you ready to take care of this interview then?

HJ: Sure am.

[Bettie takes her place in front of the camera as HJ joins her on her right side. The Disciples grab chairs and take up a place next to the camera crew. HJ notices this and just shrugs to himself. The camera man turns the equipment on and Bettie begins.]

BLR: Hello RCW! Bettie Lee Rose here and my guest at this time is a member of the 7 Day Army. He has a tough challenge ahead of him this week at Southern Dynamite in the form of Eno Redrum. I am, of course, talking about none other than Hardcore Jesus!

HJ: Thanks for having me today, Bettie.

BLR: My pleasure…I’m sorry but it just feels weird calling you Jesus.

HJ: Oh, it’s no problem. Most people just call me HJ.

BLR: Oh, very good. So, HJ, the last time you were in action, you looked very dominant over Karl O’Sullivan but after the match, you were brutally attacked by Havoc’s forces and suffered a concussion. I’m sure everybody’s wondering if that attack left any long tem problems.

HJ: Of course not. I’ve already laid out the punishment that I’ve dealt with before in my career. While it wasn’t the greatest of thrills having to sit and watch my team in the Cage of Death, I knew that they’d dominate the contest; my wounds would heal but the FOE’s careers wouldn’t.

BLR: Do you have any plans of getting revenge on Havoc before his big match at Hog Heaven with Doug Gavelon?

HJ: I don’t need to gain personal revenge, Bettie, because Doug will gain my ultimate revenge by defeating Havoc in the Ultimate Lights Out Match.

BLR: Now, onto your match at Southern Dynamite. Tell me, what are your thoughts on your opponent, Eno Redrum?

HJ: I think he’s a very talented individual and I believe he’s a former NEW World Champion, if I’m not mistaken. And yet, despite this, he hasn’t captured any championship in RCW. He lost to Doug in the Natural Title Contendership Tournament, he lost in the battle royal to crown the new RCW Southern Heritage Champion and he lost that recent battle royal for a Southern Heritage Title shot. He does have wins against some big names but his losses to big names outweigh them.

BLR: Why do you think that is?

HJ: Well, there are two possibilities. The first is the obvious problems he’s had with this Kingpin and Andy or whoever it is. Still, while there are problems there, I think it could be used more as an excuse than a reason. The second possibility is that he might have lost whatever made him special. I mean, every time he faces someone who’s a major name in RCW today, he’s been unable to beat them. I can’t even count how many times he’s come up short against the Phil now. Like I’ve said before, he’s become the gatekeeper of RCW; pure and simple. He’s the one guy you need to beat before you can be considered a top contender to a title here.

BLR: Are you offended at all by his comment about being the “Christ Killer”?

HJ: Not at all. He’s aware of the fact that he’s been having problems getting his break in this company and is trying to become even more determined than before to get it. He wants to try and intimidate me by implying that he’s willing to kill me in the ring. Honestly, though, I don’t think he has it in him. I mean, he’s already seen enough death in his life that I doubt he’s willing to kill a fellow wrestler. If he tried, then I’d have no problem turning the match into a brawl and putting him in his place. As you saw during my encounter with Karl O’Sullivan, I have no problem taking out the trash. I’m just hoping that won’t be necessary in my match with Eno. The last thing I want to do with some individuals is to end their careers or permanently injure them but if Eno tries to make good on this “Christ Killer” comment, then I’ll do what must be done at Southern Dynamite.

BLR: Here’s my last question: what’s next for you after Southern Dynamite?

HJ: I’m up for anything and everything. Whoever AJ Supreme and Ben Jacobs throw in my way, I’ll go through them. I’ll take on all comers in RCW and continue to show the 7 Day Army’s dominance over the company. Everybody in the 7DA is either a current champion, a former champion or in a championship match and I intend to make it 5 for 5.

BLR: Well thank you for your time and thanks to everyone who tuned in for it. I hope you all will also tune in for this week’s Southern Dynamite; emanating, as always, from the Fayetteville Boys and Girls Club. This is Bettie Lee Rose saying goodnight and have a pleasant evening.

[The camera cuts and the Disciples gather around HJ and Bettie.]

HJ: Well, Bettie, I hope everything starts getting better for you.

BLR: I think it will. Good luck with your match.

HJ: Thanks. Now, if you’ll excuse us, we have some training to do.

[HJ and the Disciples proceed out of the media room and in the direction of the training facilities.]