Luchador Corner
THE TEMPLE
Most Compelling Luchador (and why?):
Echoing Heroes, I have to go with Ziggy. He's a naturally likable underdog, and he was used to perfection this episode. I was rooting for him even before his predicament...
Most Enjoyable Segment (and why?):
Locate - Cool visual of the War Machine's war room, and did a great job explaining their dynamic as a unit.
The Goblet - Fuggin' beautifully written. Read like damn poetry or something. Morcant didn't need to appear or speak, the sense of dread surrounding Lost Boy pilfering his treasure was plenty.
Most Enjoyed Match (and why?):
Gotta be that spicy This is War main event. Brutal action, gnarly spots, and a damn fine finish. Dig the draw!
Luchador of the Night (and why?):
Dr. Cube. Seemingly got the psychological edge on Newton, a rarity. Add his victory over Grimm, and he was on form tonight.
Your Overall Feedback Remarks:
Great cat-and-mouse story woven throughout the night with Cube and Newton, with a nail-biting hook for the next episode in Ziggy's fate. Solid segments and matches, and a fine show.
Once again chuffed with Warlord's portrayal. I ramped up his delivery in promos, and that was mirrored brilliantly in Locate.
Most Enjoyable Segment (and why?): The Goblet was probably my favorite, seeing the thieving and conniving Lost Boy sneak aboard the spooky ship, unsure if this pirate was associated with the one from his past and sneakily grab the artifact. Only this time, the ship itself seemed to take notice, which means that Morcant Blacktide can't be far behind him in this case. And the price may be hanging out down in Davey Jone's Locker.
Most Enjoyed Match (and why?): It had to be the trios match for me! This one really gave a good emphasis on Glitter and Nigel Powers, and flowed incredibly well. Fun actions, funnier bits, and a good time of a match that had me reread the thing at least one more time!
Luchador of the Night (and why?): It's going to be hard to say otherwise, but Ziggy Robins really caught my attention. Seeing someone just so positive despite the given position, the rejections taken like they were nothing but someone who could stand up to such a beatdown and still have a smile on their face is just a fantastic sort of personality that draws you in like a magnet. Can't not like a guy like that.
Your Overall Feedback Remarks:
Most Compelling Luchador (and why?):
I honestly think every single character on the show was extremely compelling for the second show in a row but if I had to go with anyone, I'd go with Ziggy Robbins. He was front and center all show long, alongside Dr. Cube, War Machine & Newton. You just feel something with the character, right? He's got vibes. I also love how Black Scar seems to really fucking hate his positivity. A shoutout to Dr. Cube and Edward Newton who played their parts and War Machine as well.
Most Enjoyable Segment (and why?):
The trio of segments that handled the War Machine/Newton/Ziggy/Pixelshift story for me take this one. The opening segment does a great job of building the match and the jeopardy, and introducing Ziggy into the story organically. That followed into the match between Newton/Ziggy and was answered as well, which I liked a lot. It was cohesive from story to match to story.
Most Enjoyed Match (and why?):
The Main Event was amazing. I love the old school feel of the matches. Selfishly I really enjoyed Ram Jam vs. Morcant, not just cos of the Knuckles/Fingers interference but because the match reminded me of the attitude era. It was short and sweet - not a great deal of wrestling actually happened but it progressed story. It was like a 5 minute match you'd see back in 2000.
Luchador of the Night (and why?):
Dr. Cube picked up a big win and then went on to make a statement at Ziggy's expense, so I think this one goes to the World Champion.
Your Overall Feedback Remarks:
Is it me or do we miss the tag titles? War Machine having those would be awesome.
Pixelshift didn't get a lot of coverage this show. The match was amazing but he played a minor part of proceedings. I'd like to see more.
Warlord Mars is dope. Easily one of my fav chars.
I love that Ram Jam owes Moretti money. I'm hoping to find out what for. It's a real old school story, that. I'm totally down for it.
Amazing show overall. Sorry to my partner for my absence this week. My Uncle passed away and I tried to keep going thinking I could write and it led me to being late for a pullout. Won't happen again.
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