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TV Title Match: Jarod Poe vs. Larry Tact
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Fade in: to a blue backdrop, with the Great Lakes in green, and 'GLCW' over them in bold, black lettering. Larry Tact walks onto the scene shortly, wearing black leather pants and boots, a blue sleeveless shirt, and a green bandanna covering his head. He also has a pair of blue lensed shades over his eyes. The bandage covering Tact's upper arm, due to the burn he received from Jared Justice, is now gone; only a patch of red remains on his bicep. Tact turns and faces the camera after walking on-screen, calmness in his low-toned voice.
Tact: I have spoken out on a number of things since my inception to the GLCW. Some call it outspoken, and that's a fine word, if you so desire to use it. Among the topics I've talked of are the 'boys,' the nose-dive of wrestling, the..(slightly cringes)..fans...etc., etc. Now, I don't say these things to offend anyone. For example....Jared Wells is a conceited little punk, and the fans see themselves in him, so they feed his ego for him. (looking innocent) But that shouldn't be considered an offensive remark! I mean, it's just how he is. (smirks) But that doesn't mean he's a total no-talent hack in the ring. That is still to be shown by someone....and hopefully soon, too. I'm getting tired of seeing the stupid, screaming teeny-boppers in the crowd. But I digress....
Tact frowns a bit before continuing.
Tact: The point is, people can't handle the ideas and obvious facts that I bring forth. Being wrestling, I'm not surprised, and I figured it would be so. However, I wasn't quite sure what the heirarchy here would think. Not that I cared if they didn't appreciate hearing the things that I said, but I presently find myself a bit intrigued. After all, I had previously stated that I didn't come back to win shiny belts and use them for leverage. I don't need a strap to keep confidence in myself. I'm here to wrestle and clean up this sport a bit, if possible. But now I find myself in a match -- a second match -- with Jarod Poe, and I find the Television Title will be on the line this time around. So what was it that spurned the thought to put me in this match? Was it something I had said, or perhaps something I did..? So far, I managed to outwrestle Nemesis. I took some blows and a little singe from that should-be-doped-up grunt, Jared Justice, and still came out victorious. Then I went and outwrestled Jarod Poe, and even humored him by throwing in some..(mocks a Southern accent) goo' ol' brawlin'...if you WEEL. (laughs) But that match ended in a draw, didn't it...time limit expired.
Tact simply shrugs, a smirk creeping across his lips.
Tact: Unlike other so-called, self-proclaimed 'best wrestlers in the world,' when I decide to give a real lesson in mat technique, and show how a true wrestler acts in that ring, I make it my priority. It's for the 'boys,' y'know? But I make it something that leaves an impression. I don't bother thinking about winning and losing. I just think about how to best handle the opponent, and then work on that thought. Sure, I didn't just wrestle Poe. I did brawl, like I said, I humored him a little. But people, the mark of a great wrestler is not just how they are in their specialty, but how they can adapt to other's techniques and styles. I'll throw out a bone to Poe, he did good in there. He managed to continue getting up, even after I floored him multiple times. He was able to keep up with the pace I set throughout that match. It's a shame he felt like he just had to wrestle me, straight-up, for most of the time. He just couldn't resist trying to show me up, rather than sticking to his strength -- or, what he claims to be his strength -- and brawling more than wrestling me. Cuz while he did make it easier for me to put on the wrestling display that I did, by only choosing to try brawling with me a scant few times, he played into my game far too easily. It was a nice spar....but Poe, I thought you were out to prove you were better! So why talk up brawling as if you believed in it, and changed because you thought it was superior to wrestling, only to revert to the style you chose to abandon so long ago when the time came to step into the ring with me? I thought you got nowhere in the end by wrestling. In the time prior to that match, you sounded so confident in your choice to scrap things out in the ring, rather than wrestle your opponent down. But I guess it was just 'confidence,' as in big talk...not confidence. In the end, you resorted to mimicking me, and understandably so....I mean, I won't bother making boasts of being the 'best,' but if someone says to me, "Gosh Larry Tact, you really are a great wrestler, aren'cha?" Well, then I'm cornered, cuz there's no denying the truth.
Tact gives a smug look and adjusts his sunglasses.
Tact: Now Poe, I'm going to ask you nicely this first time, before you open that great lake of a mouth, with all those great insights and cute remarks that fill it; the water of that great lake, but always ready to jump out for everyone to hear. I'll just ask you right here, though...try to keep the water in the lake. It's not that I don't want you to talk, as it's great to imagine just how painful it is for the fans to endure. See, they would change the channel, but they're only enduring you so they can hear someone charismatic and invigorating -- someone the likes of myself -- let their voice be heard. Even my throwing snowballs at the camera is more amusing and enjoyable than your constant bashing and forcing of your opinions on anyone who will listen, Poe. You see, there's a method to all the talk. Maybe if I clue you in, it'll help for when I have to inevitably hear you later. You have to balance what you say and what you do. You can't just try to make everyone believe what you think is the end-all, be-all truth. I know what the truth is, but I don't expect everyone to see it. Of course, around these parts I expect hardly anyone to believe anybody else. But for me, it's not about having people buy into what you say. I'm not a lawyer, a car salesman, or a realtor...I'm a wrestler. I don't care whether or not if people take what I say with a grain of salt, or a salt-shaker full of salt! I've already demonstrated that I know what I'm talking about, and in the ring even moreso. So the GLCW isn't about preaching my soul to the world, or more accurately the region, and the boys. I just throw it out there for everyone to judge on their own. But without even trying, I make it entertaining for the fans. I don't have to try, because when one has that passion for what they do, as I do for wrestling, it doesn't take effort. It's just as simple as walking or riding a bike. First I learned how, and now I do it without a thought. It's all about balance, though. Balance is the key.
Tact removes the shades from his face, pretending to be blinded by the studio lights for a few seconds, then hooks the frame of the sunglasses on his shirt.
Tact: Oh man! Just look at that star of mine shine! That's what happens when you have things in order, and when your work pays off for you. I remember what you said about how you always finished second, Poe. How you had it rough. I had it rough, too, but I worked through it and look at me! I'm all pumped and in the flow....and yet, you'd probably go and pull out a negative to all of it, Jarod. You'd probably just think I'm taking you too lightly, and giving you too little consideration. I mean... (vociferously) YOU ARE JAROD POE THE GLCW TELEVISION CHAMPION...(coughs and back to usual voice)..right? Well Jarod, this is where we check to see if you, and the audience, were paying any attention whatsoever! If you'd been listening, then you too would know what I'm about to say....and that is...I couldn't care less whether you're a GLCW Champion or not. I pay equal concern to each of my opponents, in studying and preparation. I'm one of Lady Wrestling's prize students, one of the ones that the death wish risk takers and brutes call Her pet. I do my studying, my homework, and come prepared for the tests in the ring. I believe in truth, submissions, and the way of the workrate! But I'm no Lady's *****, not even Lady Wrestling's.
Tact crosses his arms over his chest, his gaze firmer and more serious.
Tact: However, being a disciple of wrestling has its standards. For instance, even though I don't particularly take interest in possessing a title, I will not go bringing it down, as if I'm somehow better than a given strap. Because I'm not arrogant, or ungrateful. I know when it's best to be humble, just as I know the ways of humbling. So Jarod, don't get me wrong. It's not that I feel the title isn't worth my time....I just think you disrespect it, with your claims and remarks, particularly towards me. You can go call me whatever you want. But don't think it won't come back at you, when you are in the ring. That's when you'll feel me strike back....with a passion.
Tact smiles, keeping his olive green eyes steadily trained on the camera. Fade out.
Fade in: to a blue backdrop, with the Great Lakes in green, and 'GLCW' over them in bold, black lettering. Larry Tact walks onto the scene shortly, wearing black leather pants and boots, a blue sleeveless shirt, and a green bandanna covering his head. He also has a pair of blue lensed shades over his eyes. The bandage covering Tact's upper arm, due to the burn he received from Jared Justice, is now gone; only a patch of red remains on his bicep. Tact turns and faces the camera after walking on-screen, calmness in his low-toned voice.
Tact: I have spoken out on a number of things since my inception to the GLCW. Some call it outspoken, and that's a fine word, if you so desire to use it. Among the topics I've talked of are the 'boys,' the nose-dive of wrestling, the..(slightly cringes)..fans...etc., etc. Now, I don't say these things to offend anyone. For example....Jared Wells is a conceited little punk, and the fans see themselves in him, so they feed his ego for him. (looking innocent) But that shouldn't be considered an offensive remark! I mean, it's just how he is. (smirks) But that doesn't mean he's a total no-talent hack in the ring. That is still to be shown by someone....and hopefully soon, too. I'm getting tired of seeing the stupid, screaming teeny-boppers in the crowd. But I digress....
Tact frowns a bit before continuing.
Tact: The point is, people can't handle the ideas and obvious facts that I bring forth. Being wrestling, I'm not surprised, and I figured it would be so. However, I wasn't quite sure what the heirarchy here would think. Not that I cared if they didn't appreciate hearing the things that I said, but I presently find myself a bit intrigued. After all, I had previously stated that I didn't come back to win shiny belts and use them for leverage. I don't need a strap to keep confidence in myself. I'm here to wrestle and clean up this sport a bit, if possible. But now I find myself in a match -- a second match -- with Jarod Poe, and I find the Television Title will be on the line this time around. So what was it that spurned the thought to put me in this match? Was it something I had said, or perhaps something I did..? So far, I managed to outwrestle Nemesis. I took some blows and a little singe from that should-be-doped-up grunt, Jared Justice, and still came out victorious. Then I went and outwrestled Jarod Poe, and even humored him by throwing in some..(mocks a Southern accent) goo' ol' brawlin'...if you WEEL. (laughs) But that match ended in a draw, didn't it...time limit expired.
Tact simply shrugs, a smirk creeping across his lips.
Tact: Unlike other so-called, self-proclaimed 'best wrestlers in the world,' when I decide to give a real lesson in mat technique, and show how a true wrestler acts in that ring, I make it my priority. It's for the 'boys,' y'know? But I make it something that leaves an impression. I don't bother thinking about winning and losing. I just think about how to best handle the opponent, and then work on that thought. Sure, I didn't just wrestle Poe. I did brawl, like I said, I humored him a little. But people, the mark of a great wrestler is not just how they are in their specialty, but how they can adapt to other's techniques and styles. I'll throw out a bone to Poe, he did good in there. He managed to continue getting up, even after I floored him multiple times. He was able to keep up with the pace I set throughout that match. It's a shame he felt like he just had to wrestle me, straight-up, for most of the time. He just couldn't resist trying to show me up, rather than sticking to his strength -- or, what he claims to be his strength -- and brawling more than wrestling me. Cuz while he did make it easier for me to put on the wrestling display that I did, by only choosing to try brawling with me a scant few times, he played into my game far too easily. It was a nice spar....but Poe, I thought you were out to prove you were better! So why talk up brawling as if you believed in it, and changed because you thought it was superior to wrestling, only to revert to the style you chose to abandon so long ago when the time came to step into the ring with me? I thought you got nowhere in the end by wrestling. In the time prior to that match, you sounded so confident in your choice to scrap things out in the ring, rather than wrestle your opponent down. But I guess it was just 'confidence,' as in big talk...not confidence. In the end, you resorted to mimicking me, and understandably so....I mean, I won't bother making boasts of being the 'best,' but if someone says to me, "Gosh Larry Tact, you really are a great wrestler, aren'cha?" Well, then I'm cornered, cuz there's no denying the truth.
Tact gives a smug look and adjusts his sunglasses.
Tact: Now Poe, I'm going to ask you nicely this first time, before you open that great lake of a mouth, with all those great insights and cute remarks that fill it; the water of that great lake, but always ready to jump out for everyone to hear. I'll just ask you right here, though...try to keep the water in the lake. It's not that I don't want you to talk, as it's great to imagine just how painful it is for the fans to endure. See, they would change the channel, but they're only enduring you so they can hear someone charismatic and invigorating -- someone the likes of myself -- let their voice be heard. Even my throwing snowballs at the camera is more amusing and enjoyable than your constant bashing and forcing of your opinions on anyone who will listen, Poe. You see, there's a method to all the talk. Maybe if I clue you in, it'll help for when I have to inevitably hear you later. You have to balance what you say and what you do. You can't just try to make everyone believe what you think is the end-all, be-all truth. I know what the truth is, but I don't expect everyone to see it. Of course, around these parts I expect hardly anyone to believe anybody else. But for me, it's not about having people buy into what you say. I'm not a lawyer, a car salesman, or a realtor...I'm a wrestler. I don't care whether or not if people take what I say with a grain of salt, or a salt-shaker full of salt! I've already demonstrated that I know what I'm talking about, and in the ring even moreso. So the GLCW isn't about preaching my soul to the world, or more accurately the region, and the boys. I just throw it out there for everyone to judge on their own. But without even trying, I make it entertaining for the fans. I don't have to try, because when one has that passion for what they do, as I do for wrestling, it doesn't take effort. It's just as simple as walking or riding a bike. First I learned how, and now I do it without a thought. It's all about balance, though. Balance is the key.
Tact removes the shades from his face, pretending to be blinded by the studio lights for a few seconds, then hooks the frame of the sunglasses on his shirt.
Tact: Oh man! Just look at that star of mine shine! That's what happens when you have things in order, and when your work pays off for you. I remember what you said about how you always finished second, Poe. How you had it rough. I had it rough, too, but I worked through it and look at me! I'm all pumped and in the flow....and yet, you'd probably go and pull out a negative to all of it, Jarod. You'd probably just think I'm taking you too lightly, and giving you too little consideration. I mean... (vociferously) YOU ARE JAROD POE THE GLCW TELEVISION CHAMPION...(coughs and back to usual voice)..right? Well Jarod, this is where we check to see if you, and the audience, were paying any attention whatsoever! If you'd been listening, then you too would know what I'm about to say....and that is...I couldn't care less whether you're a GLCW Champion or not. I pay equal concern to each of my opponents, in studying and preparation. I'm one of Lady Wrestling's prize students, one of the ones that the death wish risk takers and brutes call Her pet. I do my studying, my homework, and come prepared for the tests in the ring. I believe in truth, submissions, and the way of the workrate! But I'm no Lady's *****, not even Lady Wrestling's.
Tact crosses his arms over his chest, his gaze firmer and more serious.
Tact: However, being a disciple of wrestling has its standards. For instance, even though I don't particularly take interest in possessing a title, I will not go bringing it down, as if I'm somehow better than a given strap. Because I'm not arrogant, or ungrateful. I know when it's best to be humble, just as I know the ways of humbling. So Jarod, don't get me wrong. It's not that I feel the title isn't worth my time....I just think you disrespect it, with your claims and remarks, particularly towards me. You can go call me whatever you want. But don't think it won't come back at you, when you are in the ring. That's when you'll feel me strike back....with a passion.
Tact smiles, keeping his olive green eyes steadily trained on the camera. Fade out.
Seems as if the mirrior lies
[updated:LAST EDITED ON Mar-18-03 AT 01:29 AM (EST)](Flint, Michigan isn't the hell hole it used to be. Nearly stripped clean by General Motors with the closing of it's factories No longer do people grow rabbits for food in the backward while out front they watch a caravan of families leaving town with the hope that somewhere...anywhere was better then this. The city has come back...the town has come back and with it a community as well. Near the edge of Lake Mott resides a manmade dam called Stepping Stone Falls. Overlooking the lake the scenic view attracts what few tourists come here, but it's a local draw for the locals...they call it picturesqe. Upon the stone stairs the water flows besides stands a dark clothed figure looking out. The camera moves in closer to see Jarod Poe staring out at the calm water of the lake with almost a content look upon his face. Hands tucked into the poackets of his leather jacker he walks backward and leans against the wall holding the water back. He rolls his neck from side to side before looking into the camera)
Poe: I've haven't been here to Flint in quite a long time. I might have been born in Hell, but for awhile this place was the closest thing you could find to it. A terrible dreary place. Back then the GLCW would have just skipped over, but now with as far as it's come. Welcome GLCW...welcome to one of the places I call home. You see Hell where I was born is just outside of Detroit, my father had a job here in Flint so it wasn't too far and between at least in my teenage years that I spent more then my share of time on the streets here...looking for dear old dad. (Jarod eyes appear solem before snapping back) Ah, but Larry you don't want to hear about that. Hell I don't. What's on both of our minds is the fact that once more the GLCW has placed us together in the ring, but this time...for sport at least they have raised the stakes alittle. This time Larry should you beat me...you'll walk out of the ring with the GLCW TV Title. I know you SAY you don't want it (smiles) but that wouldn't be the first time what you've said and what you did have differed.
(Jarod shifts his back against the hard stone wall keeping his hands still in his pockets)
Poe: You know Larry during our first encounter you almost had my respect. Like a man you called me out. You said you wanted to clean up this sport...said I wrestled...what did you call it? (grins) yes Larry a garbage style. You want the fifties and sixties to return. A pure form of the sport. Well Larry that's what I gave you, For thirty minutes I gave you the chance to show me just what kind of wrestler you were and what kind I AM! For thirty minutes we went back and forth, {scratches his head} as I think about it know the only person who pulled any garbage was you? I was surprised...considering I got a scolding from this man when I told him you had to adapt here in the GLCW. Looks like you didn't have any problem doing that Larry, but you did have a problem living up to what you said. Look you THINK you've said some shocking things Larry...You THINK they have great impact. However when held up to the light the truth tends to scatter like cockroaches under the baseboards. Larry...your talk is just that...talk to me. Words ring a little hollow when you don't back them up.
(Jarod walks forward towards the waters edge and stops. The setting sun shines brightly pushing his reflection upon the water)
Poe: I seem to remember you (points to the camera) Larry Yes you Larry giving me a speech on how I had a great slacker style, because I could not stick to just pure wrestling. I told you Larry that you had to adapt and it seems that my words sent a deep message home, because now you out here spewing forth the very same thing I said as your own gospel. I suppose I should be flattered, but I'm not. See Larry you need to get your story straight...next time before you run your mouth long enough to stick your foot in it. Sit back...sit and chill. The simple fact is this Larry...in that ring you thought you were a better wrestler. You thought you would just walk in thier and give me a ring lesson. {smiles} Well the truth...the real truth which is what I'll tell...is it was you Larry that got embarassed. Couldn't resist trying to show you up...Hell Larry I found it far too easy. Sure I could have taken a short cut...I could have brawled with you all over the arena and left you a bloody mess in the middle of the ring {Smiles pleasently at the thought} Ah, but Larry, unlike you that's not what I said I would do. I never claimed brawling was my strength. I'm a wrestler tried and true. Hell I've got my time spent in Abu Dhabi to prove it...I doubt you could even handle the weather there. I guess the real truth Larry is that your only willing to hear your own voice speak. For thirty minutes I showed you I was a wrestler...stuck to my guns and proved my point. Not too mention you wrong at the same time {grins} pleasent bonus though. See Larry "BIG TALK" as you call it is saying your going to do one thing and then another. I told you if you wanted to wrestle...then I'd give you a wrestling match. Hell you got what you wanted and I still hear you B**CH!!! I guess the only thing left to satisfy you will be when I pin your shoulders to the mat this time.
(The sun disappears from the horizon and the landscape grows momentarly dark. Then lights under the falls illuminate the area casting wild colors over his face as he looks back into the lens)
Poe: {Jarod laughs} Ah...Larry you are no car sales man indeed. Hell you not much of a salesman at all. At least not in my mind. Look please do us all a favor and keep your speaches to yourself. Do you really think the people want to listen to a man who will openly insult them. I know...your the {Grins} Bad Guy. At least you think your bad However Larry to be effective at that you need to be suttle. Coming off right up front like an ass as a real insult to everyone who watches. Look I'm glad you could careless if people take your words to heart, because beleive me they are not. Now Larry I do talk a good game if I say so myself. That's a cocky statement I'm sure you can really understand. However I have no delusions upon thier effect. Look I say what I'm going to do and I do it. Look at our last match. As for anythng else hey if the fans take it to heart...then by all means...good for them. Look I'm flattered if a few people think I'm cool or whatever. It's nice to walk to that ring with a little support then a ton of hurdled expletives. After all I can stay home for Christmas and get that. Yet at the same time...I really must say it has no effect on me. I don't feed off the crowd...don't need the energy. I've got the skill I bring to the ring and in the ring that's what a man needs first and foremost for a fight. You think your entertaining {Mock applause} well good for you Larry...to bad the weather is warming up...we might not get the thrill of you throwing a snowball again. For me though...well Larry I don't get much entertainment from you...what I get is alot of preaching that puts the best light on Larry Tact. Hey if you want to feed your own ego that's fine with me Larry...in that ring though I beleive it was me who made you humble Larry. Very humble indeed
(Jarod zips down the zipper of his jacker to reveal the GLCW V Title. The bright light glare off the gold and reflect back into the camera)
Poe: Despite most of what you said not being true and your story changing Larry. You are right about one thing...one fact that can't be denied. I am the GLCW TV Champion and the belt is on the line. You really think you have things in order Larry...are you sure about that? See you were just as smug and confident before...what happened? You star didn't shine in the ring on that night when we meet. You see Larry I don't care which women your a student of. I don't think of anything about our sport as being femanine. {shrugs} Maybe you do...hey that fits you. {smiles} You see I'm not overlooking you either. Before there was NOTHING a stake. For thirty minutes I took everything you had and kept on going. You make it sound like I was your toy. Well Larry a boy can pin his toys. It was I who took your best game and gave it back. Well this time MY TITLE is on the line. It's a belt that I will defend. I'm not holding back this time Larry. You want to decide and brawl this time around {laughs} Well you'll just be bringing the shovel to bury your body. You might not be Lady Wrestling's b**ch Larry, but in that ring when you make a mistake you will be mine. Study all you want...got you nowhere before except nearly beaten at your own game. This time you won't even be able to think about setting a pace...I won't give you the time.
(Jarod pulls the zipper back up on his jacket and the belt's refelction disappears. He now stands in the multitude of watery light)
Poe: earlier you said balace was the key Larry. Well we'll see how your balance goes when I drop you on your head. You see Larry the only way any of my words can comeback on me is if you do it through your own actions. {Laughs} or I could again wait for you to repeat my wisdom once again. You've already been humbled once...now for the title I get the rest of your pride. think what you want Larry, but remember this. I gave what {points to the camera} YOU wanted last time. A good old pure wrestling match. At your strength Larry...well you failed. What are you going to do now Larry...what are you going to fo when I exploit all the weaknesses I saw in our first meeting. Well Larry I could stand here and tell you about it, but it's going to be so much more fun to do it in the ring. Save your passion Larry...passion is a purfume. I'm going to beat you with something that really matters... your own limitations. Be seeing you Larry
(Jarod turns hs back to the camera and walks off. The picture empty all that can be heard is the spund of running water)
<FTB>
[updated:LAST EDITED ON Mar-18-03 AT 01:29 AM (EST)](Flint, Michigan isn't the hell hole it used to be. Nearly stripped clean by General Motors with the closing of it's factories No longer do people grow rabbits for food in the backward while out front they watch a caravan of families leaving town with the hope that somewhere...anywhere was better then this. The city has come back...the town has come back and with it a community as well. Near the edge of Lake Mott resides a manmade dam called Stepping Stone Falls. Overlooking the lake the scenic view attracts what few tourists come here, but it's a local draw for the locals...they call it picturesqe. Upon the stone stairs the water flows besides stands a dark clothed figure looking out. The camera moves in closer to see Jarod Poe staring out at the calm water of the lake with almost a content look upon his face. Hands tucked into the poackets of his leather jacker he walks backward and leans against the wall holding the water back. He rolls his neck from side to side before looking into the camera)
Poe: I've haven't been here to Flint in quite a long time. I might have been born in Hell, but for awhile this place was the closest thing you could find to it. A terrible dreary place. Back then the GLCW would have just skipped over, but now with as far as it's come. Welcome GLCW...welcome to one of the places I call home. You see Hell where I was born is just outside of Detroit, my father had a job here in Flint so it wasn't too far and between at least in my teenage years that I spent more then my share of time on the streets here...looking for dear old dad. (Jarod eyes appear solem before snapping back) Ah, but Larry you don't want to hear about that. Hell I don't. What's on both of our minds is the fact that once more the GLCW has placed us together in the ring, but this time...for sport at least they have raised the stakes alittle. This time Larry should you beat me...you'll walk out of the ring with the GLCW TV Title. I know you SAY you don't want it (smiles) but that wouldn't be the first time what you've said and what you did have differed.
(Jarod shifts his back against the hard stone wall keeping his hands still in his pockets)
Poe: You know Larry during our first encounter you almost had my respect. Like a man you called me out. You said you wanted to clean up this sport...said I wrestled...what did you call it? (grins) yes Larry a garbage style. You want the fifties and sixties to return. A pure form of the sport. Well Larry that's what I gave you, For thirty minutes I gave you the chance to show me just what kind of wrestler you were and what kind I AM! For thirty minutes we went back and forth, {scratches his head} as I think about it know the only person who pulled any garbage was you? I was surprised...considering I got a scolding from this man when I told him you had to adapt here in the GLCW. Looks like you didn't have any problem doing that Larry, but you did have a problem living up to what you said. Look you THINK you've said some shocking things Larry...You THINK they have great impact. However when held up to the light the truth tends to scatter like cockroaches under the baseboards. Larry...your talk is just that...talk to me. Words ring a little hollow when you don't back them up.
(Jarod walks forward towards the waters edge and stops. The setting sun shines brightly pushing his reflection upon the water)
Poe: I seem to remember you (points to the camera) Larry Yes you Larry giving me a speech on how I had a great slacker style, because I could not stick to just pure wrestling. I told you Larry that you had to adapt and it seems that my words sent a deep message home, because now you out here spewing forth the very same thing I said as your own gospel. I suppose I should be flattered, but I'm not. See Larry you need to get your story straight...next time before you run your mouth long enough to stick your foot in it. Sit back...sit and chill. The simple fact is this Larry...in that ring you thought you were a better wrestler. You thought you would just walk in thier and give me a ring lesson. {smiles} Well the truth...the real truth which is what I'll tell...is it was you Larry that got embarassed. Couldn't resist trying to show you up...Hell Larry I found it far too easy. Sure I could have taken a short cut...I could have brawled with you all over the arena and left you a bloody mess in the middle of the ring {Smiles pleasently at the thought} Ah, but Larry, unlike you that's not what I said I would do. I never claimed brawling was my strength. I'm a wrestler tried and true. Hell I've got my time spent in Abu Dhabi to prove it...I doubt you could even handle the weather there. I guess the real truth Larry is that your only willing to hear your own voice speak. For thirty minutes I showed you I was a wrestler...stuck to my guns and proved my point. Not too mention you wrong at the same time {grins} pleasent bonus though. See Larry "BIG TALK" as you call it is saying your going to do one thing and then another. I told you if you wanted to wrestle...then I'd give you a wrestling match. Hell you got what you wanted and I still hear you B**CH!!! I guess the only thing left to satisfy you will be when I pin your shoulders to the mat this time.
(The sun disappears from the horizon and the landscape grows momentarly dark. Then lights under the falls illuminate the area casting wild colors over his face as he looks back into the lens)
Poe: {Jarod laughs} Ah...Larry you are no car sales man indeed. Hell you not much of a salesman at all. At least not in my mind. Look please do us all a favor and keep your speaches to yourself. Do you really think the people want to listen to a man who will openly insult them. I know...your the {Grins} Bad Guy. At least you think your bad However Larry to be effective at that you need to be suttle. Coming off right up front like an ass as a real insult to everyone who watches. Look I'm glad you could careless if people take your words to heart, because beleive me they are not. Now Larry I do talk a good game if I say so myself. That's a cocky statement I'm sure you can really understand. However I have no delusions upon thier effect. Look I say what I'm going to do and I do it. Look at our last match. As for anythng else hey if the fans take it to heart...then by all means...good for them. Look I'm flattered if a few people think I'm cool or whatever. It's nice to walk to that ring with a little support then a ton of hurdled expletives. After all I can stay home for Christmas and get that. Yet at the same time...I really must say it has no effect on me. I don't feed off the crowd...don't need the energy. I've got the skill I bring to the ring and in the ring that's what a man needs first and foremost for a fight. You think your entertaining {Mock applause} well good for you Larry...to bad the weather is warming up...we might not get the thrill of you throwing a snowball again. For me though...well Larry I don't get much entertainment from you...what I get is alot of preaching that puts the best light on Larry Tact. Hey if you want to feed your own ego that's fine with me Larry...in that ring though I beleive it was me who made you humble Larry. Very humble indeed
(Jarod zips down the zipper of his jacker to reveal the GLCW V Title. The bright light glare off the gold and reflect back into the camera)
Poe: Despite most of what you said not being true and your story changing Larry. You are right about one thing...one fact that can't be denied. I am the GLCW TV Champion and the belt is on the line. You really think you have things in order Larry...are you sure about that? See you were just as smug and confident before...what happened? You star didn't shine in the ring on that night when we meet. You see Larry I don't care which women your a student of. I don't think of anything about our sport as being femanine. {shrugs} Maybe you do...hey that fits you. {smiles} You see I'm not overlooking you either. Before there was NOTHING a stake. For thirty minutes I took everything you had and kept on going. You make it sound like I was your toy. Well Larry a boy can pin his toys. It was I who took your best game and gave it back. Well this time MY TITLE is on the line. It's a belt that I will defend. I'm not holding back this time Larry. You want to decide and brawl this time around {laughs} Well you'll just be bringing the shovel to bury your body. You might not be Lady Wrestling's b**ch Larry, but in that ring when you make a mistake you will be mine. Study all you want...got you nowhere before except nearly beaten at your own game. This time you won't even be able to think about setting a pace...I won't give you the time.
(Jarod pulls the zipper back up on his jacket and the belt's refelction disappears. He now stands in the multitude of watery light)
Poe: earlier you said balace was the key Larry. Well we'll see how your balance goes when I drop you on your head. You see Larry the only way any of my words can comeback on me is if you do it through your own actions. {Laughs} or I could again wait for you to repeat my wisdom once again. You've already been humbled once...now for the title I get the rest of your pride. think what you want Larry, but remember this. I gave what {points to the camera} YOU wanted last time. A good old pure wrestling match. At your strength Larry...well you failed. What are you going to do now Larry...what are you going to fo when I exploit all the weaknesses I saw in our first meeting. Well Larry I could stand here and tell you about it, but it's going to be so much more fun to do it in the ring. Save your passion Larry...passion is a purfume. I'm going to beat you with something that really matters... your own limitations. Be seeing you Larry
(Jarod turns hs back to the camera and walks off. The picture empty all that can be heard is the spund of running water)
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RE: Seems as if the mirrior lies
[updated:LAST EDITED ON Mar-20-03 AT 02:05 AM (EST)](Posting for Jeff since he is having access problems)
The GLCW logo flashes over the dark screen. Then, a female's voice says, "The following is a paid message from Larry Tact." Gold lettering then appears, reading, 'Larry Tact: GLCW Journal Entry #5.' The words disappear after a few seconds, and the scene fades in, showing a blimp view of an empty wrestling ring with several spotlights illuminating it. Larry Tact's voice speaks, cooly, as the shot rotates around the ring.
Tact [v/o]: I have a match at the next Wired show, against the same man I spoke of in my last entry, Jarod Poe. This will be the second consecutive time I've wrestled the man, in as many matches, so it will be interesting indeed. He has called me a hypocrite, among other things; labelling me as so many have in the past. I find this to be the 'norm' for wrestlers, and so I am not surprised. Besides, I have had my share of words for him, and my actions should be adequate compensation. The man finds his matches to be a battle every time out, and compares being in the ring to war. He even goes as far as to call me a 'Bad Guy.' It's unfortunate, really....he should know there are no defined villains and heroes in this world. Very few times have actual wars had such concrete lines set. I see
myself as a man who speaks his mind, but I do not have 'evil' intentions in mind. I have said it before, but I guess Poe finds anyone who will disagree with a majority of his opinions to be villainous and needing to be punished in some way. He also says I refuse to 'open my ears and listen,' yet in a way I did just that. In our last encounter, a few weeks back, Jarod told me all about adapting, and how good he was at doing so. I heard this, and it
made me curious to find out if he could really do so, or if he was merely another big talker.
The scene fades to clips of Jarod Poe and Tact wrestling at the Green Bay show.
Tact [v/o]: During our match in Green Bay, though just about all my offense consisted of wrestling, I did bend a bit and decide to go toe-to-toe, brawling with him at a few briefs points. I saw that he did adapt to it, and so I agree that he can adapt. However, after I gave him credit for keeping up with my pace that night, including the adapting between wrestling and brawling, he merely threw it back in my face. He cited that I had failed to prove myself, and that I strayed from my statements of wanting to bring a pure wrestling match to the ring. I find this humorous at best, because Jarod really doesn't understand how wrestling should be. I am not, as he says, desiring to go back to the fifties and sixties. Back in the mid-90s, wrestling was not such a bad thing going. It wasn't until the late-90s period, to the present, where I saw the real deterioration taking full effect. I am a realistic person; I know even the purist of wrestlers have to be prepared to adjust. That is what I stated I
would do, if necessary, before our first meeting. But Jarod apparently can't deal with my acceptance of one of our shared beliefs. I said he was pro-garbage wrestling, which he is. Evidence of this would be his match against Masked Blazer, and incidents involved with Blazer, like stabbing him with a weapon. I know it will be difficult to weed out such garbage matches, but I will try my best to show there is a much better way to conduct yourself in the ring. By the way, let me just state that I define 'garbage' matches as matches where there is a minority role set for wrestling. It is well-known that a wrestling hold or maneuver is not used
every single time two people tie-up. That would be the fifties and sixties, I suppose, but I never stated that I believed in going back to such. What I did in my last match with Poe was put on a display for others to learn from. I was quite successful in doing that. Poe, on the other hand, made multiple promises to pin me to the mat. Since he was unable to do so, I figure he did not succeed. Yes, I did say I would attaempt to send him the way of the Tactful Surrender, and no I did not do so. However, I do not think I talked of such a thing as my primary goal. Unfortunately, I did appear to fail in humbling Poe. I can accept that, though, and move to the
next match.
The scene now changes to a room, where a TV set and stand are focused on, with a tape sticking out of the VCR.
Tact [v/o]: The next match being the TV Title match with Poe. After what I have spoken about titles, people still place me in the cookie-cutter category with the majority. I do not find it surprising, really, as much as disheartening, because I have made it quite clear that I am different. I do not wrestle in order to win titles, not at this time, and as far as I am concerned, not anymore. I came back to wrestling in order to try and improve the quality of it, not so I could obtain and parade around with a belt. But it's odd that, after Poe said he was simply following through with the match he was given, he would not understand at least that part of
why I will wrestle this TV Title match. I have a commitment to fill, much as he did against The Jobber. Although that is only one reason. When Poe last wrestled Jobber, I imagine he also intended on proving he was able to beat Jobber, as he had lost to him previously. He thinks that, though he has the Television Title, he can still ascend and win the Great Lakes Title. However, he should not underestimate the strength of his opposition; namely, me. I may not be wrestling this match in order to win the title, but I still fully intend on once again giving another dose of wrestling as it should be. This time, though, that is not where it ends. I also fully intend on coming out definitively victorious. I do not seek to just wrestle to a draw with Poe, again. This time is not just for the 'boys.' This time, it's also to gain a clearcut victory.
The shot switches back to the wrestling ring.
Tact [v/o]: I do what I do to improve the state of wrestling, and hopefully the ability of the other wrestlers in the GLCW. Ridiculous? Perhaps..to some. But it's no more ridiculous than Jarod Poe wanting to make like he's John Wayne and I'm some Indigenous American, in a war. Or are my intentions to stick to the roots of wrestling 'villainous?' It is my choice, nobody else has to follow....I just highly recommend it. Something I don't believe Poe understands, is that although I desire to bring pure wrestling at its finest, that does not make me someone who rejects all change. I have changed in many ways, over my career, and shed
some of my past beliefs, while picking up others. If that makes me a
hypocrite, then so be it, but I feel that it is more learning from
experience than anything else. To improve, people change their beliefs from time to time. But their core usually remains intact. I am not excluding myself from this, although what I say does not always agree with the general consensus. We are human, and we all make mistakes. But those who make mistakes, and learn from them, benefit the most. Jarod Poe says that he intends on exploiting all these weaknesses that he found in me, at Wired. I wonder if he even has one weakness that he found in me, during that match, because he certainly didn't show it by match's end. I would go as far as to
dare him to utter what he calls 'weakness' that he saw in me. I know they were there, there were some things I could improve on when facing him....but I doubt he realized anything. Whether he knows or does not know of any weakness, though, I will make changes where I see fit. My style of wrestling, though, is not going to change. I am not suddenly a brawler, just because I went toe-to-toe with Poe. Those brief parts of the match where I did so simply indicated I could brawl, just as anyone could probably do. There's nothing in-depth or hidden about it. My way is to continue on the path of Lady Wrestling -- the art of wrestling -- as I have for some time now. And in Flint, my star will shine, and I will humble another, once
again. I'm glad Jarod Poe finds himself at home in that place, because when I am victorious over him, he will find himself just where Flint did those years ago....stripped of something, and put in the place of the inferior.
Fade out.
[updated:LAST EDITED ON Mar-20-03 AT 02:05 AM (EST)](Posting for Jeff since he is having access problems)
The GLCW logo flashes over the dark screen. Then, a female's voice says, "The following is a paid message from Larry Tact." Gold lettering then appears, reading, 'Larry Tact: GLCW Journal Entry #5.' The words disappear after a few seconds, and the scene fades in, showing a blimp view of an empty wrestling ring with several spotlights illuminating it. Larry Tact's voice speaks, cooly, as the shot rotates around the ring.
Tact [v/o]: I have a match at the next Wired show, against the same man I spoke of in my last entry, Jarod Poe. This will be the second consecutive time I've wrestled the man, in as many matches, so it will be interesting indeed. He has called me a hypocrite, among other things; labelling me as so many have in the past. I find this to be the 'norm' for wrestlers, and so I am not surprised. Besides, I have had my share of words for him, and my actions should be adequate compensation. The man finds his matches to be a battle every time out, and compares being in the ring to war. He even goes as far as to call me a 'Bad Guy.' It's unfortunate, really....he should know there are no defined villains and heroes in this world. Very few times have actual wars had such concrete lines set. I see
myself as a man who speaks his mind, but I do not have 'evil' intentions in mind. I have said it before, but I guess Poe finds anyone who will disagree with a majority of his opinions to be villainous and needing to be punished in some way. He also says I refuse to 'open my ears and listen,' yet in a way I did just that. In our last encounter, a few weeks back, Jarod told me all about adapting, and how good he was at doing so. I heard this, and it
made me curious to find out if he could really do so, or if he was merely another big talker.
The scene fades to clips of Jarod Poe and Tact wrestling at the Green Bay show.
Tact [v/o]: During our match in Green Bay, though just about all my offense consisted of wrestling, I did bend a bit and decide to go toe-to-toe, brawling with him at a few briefs points. I saw that he did adapt to it, and so I agree that he can adapt. However, after I gave him credit for keeping up with my pace that night, including the adapting between wrestling and brawling, he merely threw it back in my face. He cited that I had failed to prove myself, and that I strayed from my statements of wanting to bring a pure wrestling match to the ring. I find this humorous at best, because Jarod really doesn't understand how wrestling should be. I am not, as he says, desiring to go back to the fifties and sixties. Back in the mid-90s, wrestling was not such a bad thing going. It wasn't until the late-90s period, to the present, where I saw the real deterioration taking full effect. I am a realistic person; I know even the purist of wrestlers have to be prepared to adjust. That is what I stated I
would do, if necessary, before our first meeting. But Jarod apparently can't deal with my acceptance of one of our shared beliefs. I said he was pro-garbage wrestling, which he is. Evidence of this would be his match against Masked Blazer, and incidents involved with Blazer, like stabbing him with a weapon. I know it will be difficult to weed out such garbage matches, but I will try my best to show there is a much better way to conduct yourself in the ring. By the way, let me just state that I define 'garbage' matches as matches where there is a minority role set for wrestling. It is well-known that a wrestling hold or maneuver is not used
every single time two people tie-up. That would be the fifties and sixties, I suppose, but I never stated that I believed in going back to such. What I did in my last match with Poe was put on a display for others to learn from. I was quite successful in doing that. Poe, on the other hand, made multiple promises to pin me to the mat. Since he was unable to do so, I figure he did not succeed. Yes, I did say I would attaempt to send him the way of the Tactful Surrender, and no I did not do so. However, I do not think I talked of such a thing as my primary goal. Unfortunately, I did appear to fail in humbling Poe. I can accept that, though, and move to the
next match.
The scene now changes to a room, where a TV set and stand are focused on, with a tape sticking out of the VCR.
Tact [v/o]: The next match being the TV Title match with Poe. After what I have spoken about titles, people still place me in the cookie-cutter category with the majority. I do not find it surprising, really, as much as disheartening, because I have made it quite clear that I am different. I do not wrestle in order to win titles, not at this time, and as far as I am concerned, not anymore. I came back to wrestling in order to try and improve the quality of it, not so I could obtain and parade around with a belt. But it's odd that, after Poe said he was simply following through with the match he was given, he would not understand at least that part of
why I will wrestle this TV Title match. I have a commitment to fill, much as he did against The Jobber. Although that is only one reason. When Poe last wrestled Jobber, I imagine he also intended on proving he was able to beat Jobber, as he had lost to him previously. He thinks that, though he has the Television Title, he can still ascend and win the Great Lakes Title. However, he should not underestimate the strength of his opposition; namely, me. I may not be wrestling this match in order to win the title, but I still fully intend on once again giving another dose of wrestling as it should be. This time, though, that is not where it ends. I also fully intend on coming out definitively victorious. I do not seek to just wrestle to a draw with Poe, again. This time is not just for the 'boys.' This time, it's also to gain a clearcut victory.
The shot switches back to the wrestling ring.
Tact [v/o]: I do what I do to improve the state of wrestling, and hopefully the ability of the other wrestlers in the GLCW. Ridiculous? Perhaps..to some. But it's no more ridiculous than Jarod Poe wanting to make like he's John Wayne and I'm some Indigenous American, in a war. Or are my intentions to stick to the roots of wrestling 'villainous?' It is my choice, nobody else has to follow....I just highly recommend it. Something I don't believe Poe understands, is that although I desire to bring pure wrestling at its finest, that does not make me someone who rejects all change. I have changed in many ways, over my career, and shed
some of my past beliefs, while picking up others. If that makes me a
hypocrite, then so be it, but I feel that it is more learning from
experience than anything else. To improve, people change their beliefs from time to time. But their core usually remains intact. I am not excluding myself from this, although what I say does not always agree with the general consensus. We are human, and we all make mistakes. But those who make mistakes, and learn from them, benefit the most. Jarod Poe says that he intends on exploiting all these weaknesses that he found in me, at Wired. I wonder if he even has one weakness that he found in me, during that match, because he certainly didn't show it by match's end. I would go as far as to
dare him to utter what he calls 'weakness' that he saw in me. I know they were there, there were some things I could improve on when facing him....but I doubt he realized anything. Whether he knows or does not know of any weakness, though, I will make changes where I see fit. My style of wrestling, though, is not going to change. I am not suddenly a brawler, just because I went toe-to-toe with Poe. Those brief parts of the match where I did so simply indicated I could brawl, just as anyone could probably do. There's nothing in-depth or hidden about it. My way is to continue on the path of Lady Wrestling -- the art of wrestling -- as I have for some time now. And in Flint, my star will shine, and I will humble another, once
again. I'm glad Jarod Poe finds himself at home in that place, because when I am victorious over him, he will find himself just where Flint did those years ago....stripped of something, and put in the place of the inferior.
Fade out.
Only your face staring back
(There's a cool breeze blowing over the water. Behind him the big paddle wheel splashes through the water cutting a large wake in it's path. It's a sunny day in Flint as JArod Poe stands upon the top deck of the Genesee Bell. He looks out on the calm water, the restored river boat is just one of the projects the city has bought back to life. From a rotting hulk it's been restored to it's former glory, it's like stepping into the past and one can just imagine a slew of gamblers down below tolling the night away. Jarod stares out at the water more then just wrestling on his mind. It's a crazy...crazy world out there. He spent most of his life for a time like this...a time to serve the cause and defend his country. Life didn't work out as planned...however he is the GLCW TV Title and he's got to defend that. Jarod steps to the back over the boat, placing his hands on the railing and watches the water splash over the big paddle wheel. He doesn't take his eyes off as he speakes)
Poe: I guess I come a little conflicted today. I know that later tonight some of my best friends will be in a desert hell hole putting there lives on the line. They've got thier orders...the absolute best training and most of all a direction to follow. Part of me wishes I was there right now. The feel of rifle in hand and orders to march. Funny how a fateful decision can change your life, however I don't regret throwing the punch that got me a court martial. At the time it was the right thing to do...you can't send good men to thier deaths over some desk jockey's mistake, I was right. Ah, but if it was not for that...then I would not be gettign yet one more chance in the ring with you Larry Tact
(Jarod raises up and turns to the camera. He folds his arms across his chest, there's a dead heavy stare in his eyes and not a hint of smile)
Poe: It's funny how life parrels itself. Once before a man with lack of any understanding sent me into an ambush. Now I step into the ring with a man wiht the same little understanding who thinks he's going to ambush me. {Smiles} Well Larry don't get ahead of yourself. I called you a hypocrite and rightfully so. Forget about yuor actions in the ring...we're talking right now. You have a great misunderstanding Larry. I have to make everything I say very clear to you. I never compared being in that rign to war. Believe me Larry it's not. I've been to war...I've been to hell. Stepping in that ring is a piece of cake. I merely said like in war the GLCW was a win at all cost world. I said my style reflected my expierence there, that you had to adapt or you wind up losing. I said in war if you lost a fight you wound up dead. No one is going to die when our match is done. I did say though that I took losing as a fate close to death, (shrugs) but Larry I just hate to lose...can't imagine anyone looks forward to death. I did call you the Bad Guy and for good reason. You words and actions towrds the fans makes you so. {grins} After all Larry you did nothing to endear yourself to them. (laughs) And Larry if you really think that there are no defined villians or heroes in the world...well that clearly tells me your naive. I've seen my share of bad guys...they are on the streets of the city wher emy family died...they pointed guns at all the people who wore my uniform and worst of all thier seems to be an endless supply of them. You do speak you mind Larry...speak it ALL to well and often. I agree doesn't make you evil Larry...deosn't make you good either...most of all {grins} doesn't make you right.
(Jarod relaxes his arms to his side and walks along the railing trailing his hand atop it)
Poe: Did you really open your ears and listen Larry. We already ahve established to story vaies from time to time. Some people might take you word for it, but my nature...I take everyone word with just a small grain of salt. Or maybe a shakers worth with you. You wanted a a wrestling match last time around and that's what you got. that's what I said I would give you. I give I did all night long. You know what I find humorous Larry...this beleif of yours that YOU set the pace of our match. {laughs} You really think that don't you. {smiles} well Larry go right ahead...we all nkow you beleive whatever puts you in the best light. You think you set the pace...fine...you try that again and we'll really see if that belief holds true. If you set the pace Larry how come everytime you tried to brawl I wen tright back to the wrestling match YOU wanted. Yeah Larry you really had me runnign circles after you. {mock applause} Ah, but the flase beliefs don't stop there. ..do they? I know I'm not a very humorous person Larry, but my reference to wrestling in the fifties and sixties was said in jest. I don't know what it wa slike back then...hell I was't even born {grins} Niether where you. Look I love wrestling...I'm a wrestler...I've proved it. Larry you cite my garbage style as a match I had with The Masked Blazer. Look I won't deny I punished the man, but I was simply adapting. Like you said a great wrestler does...after all the man nearly blinded me with a fire ball and cost me a previous match. I adapted and did it well...Anyone seen Blazer lately? Sure there's a better way to conduct yourself Larry, but times and measures go hand and hand.
(Jarod pauses watching a small boat go by in the opposite direction)
Poe: See now I could care less on how you define my matches or anyone elses. Anyway you reach succes needs no cutting. What works...well it works. You've got you way Larry...you assume it better...hey I like it...I've shown I can more then handle my own. You right Larry I did not pin you, but then again it was only thirty minutes. this time around Larry...well we've got all the time ion the world. Let's also not forget there was NOTHING at stake for me in uor last match. All I had to do was prove the point I wanted and I did. Hard to beleive since you were settign the pace {winks} Huh...Larry. you failed on a grand scale of humbling me Larry...I'm glad you can accept that...now I would suggest you get used to it.
(Jarod turns placing his lower back upon the ships railing and once more folds his arms upon his chest)
Poe: See Larry this match has somethng for me this time. The TV Title is at stake. Now I know what you've said in the past about titles, but I think your quest to humble me you'd be more then happy to take it from around my waist. You might not place much value in it, but I do have an agenda. You say this time around you wrestle not for the "BOYS", but for a clearcut victory. It;s no wonder you don't wrestle for titles Larry, because such an attitude{chuckles} will not win you any. Look you want a clearcuy victory this time, well why is it different. See Larry when I wrestled Jobber I was fullfilling a contract, but what you don't understand is I KNEW I could beat him. Yes he did defeat me witht he rules stacked in his favor, but alone I DESTROYED him. I knew I coulkd walk in that ring on my own and defeat him...hell that's just what I did. I know now I can do the same thing to you. You think I underetimate becaus eof this confidence I have. {shake shis head} Well Larry I do not. I'm a wrestler and on any giving day your shoulders can be pinned tot he mat. I take EVERY man as a serious threat. You have the skill to defeat me...I will give you that, but at the same time...well I don't think you can. After all you did have your chance. things will be differnt this time Larry...after all I took the best wrestling you had and pushed you back. You tried to brawl...hell you even tried pulling my trunks and none of it worked. I've got my own bag of dirty tricks Larry and witht he title on the line...I'll pull out every one of them before I let you get the better of me. {grins} I'm just adapting Larry...I do that quite well.
(Jarod leans forward and steps towrds the camera. the look in his eyes grows very serious)
Poe:You want to improve the state of wrestling Larry. Well become a trainer. Because in that ring very few will play that game. It's a ridiculas way to get to the top {grins} good thing your not here to win titles..huh Larry. look I never painted myself as some American hero. That's an image you paint alone through you own misunderstandings of what I've said. I just hope this time around I've made myself clear for you Larry. Hey we're all human and we make mistakes. You've made several Larry. You've misinterperted my words and greatly understimated my skill, Now I've explained myself and mor ethen proven my skill in that ring. We live and learn Larry...I've learned some very harsh lessons in the past few years sadly they were out of the ring. In that ring though I've learned from you. look I'd be a fool to tell you the weakness I've seen. that would be giving away my hand. Just rest assure Larry I've seen them. Look you do what you have to when your in that rign with me Larry. You bring your A game. Weather you want the TV title or not your going to have to fight in order to take it away from me. I'm glad you live and learn, because I fully plan on teaching. Larry...no games this time around. Forget all about Lady Wrestling...she is a myth. Your stepping into Mr. Poe's ring. You think you set the pace? Well good for you...Just remember this Larry there's only one pace I care about. That's the 1...2...3 of the ref's hand on canvas. When all is said and done I'll let you tell me what that was like. Wired is coming soon Larry...sooner then you'll expect. I hope your ready Larry, because I can't wait. Be seeing you
(Jarod turns his back to the camera and once again stares at the calm water below. His focus wains once more letting his mind if for only a brief period give a little attention for all those at risk)
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(There's a cool breeze blowing over the water. Behind him the big paddle wheel splashes through the water cutting a large wake in it's path. It's a sunny day in Flint as JArod Poe stands upon the top deck of the Genesee Bell. He looks out on the calm water, the restored river boat is just one of the projects the city has bought back to life. From a rotting hulk it's been restored to it's former glory, it's like stepping into the past and one can just imagine a slew of gamblers down below tolling the night away. Jarod stares out at the water more then just wrestling on his mind. It's a crazy...crazy world out there. He spent most of his life for a time like this...a time to serve the cause and defend his country. Life didn't work out as planned...however he is the GLCW TV Title and he's got to defend that. Jarod steps to the back over the boat, placing his hands on the railing and watches the water splash over the big paddle wheel. He doesn't take his eyes off as he speakes)
Poe: I guess I come a little conflicted today. I know that later tonight some of my best friends will be in a desert hell hole putting there lives on the line. They've got thier orders...the absolute best training and most of all a direction to follow. Part of me wishes I was there right now. The feel of rifle in hand and orders to march. Funny how a fateful decision can change your life, however I don't regret throwing the punch that got me a court martial. At the time it was the right thing to do...you can't send good men to thier deaths over some desk jockey's mistake, I was right. Ah, but if it was not for that...then I would not be gettign yet one more chance in the ring with you Larry Tact
(Jarod raises up and turns to the camera. He folds his arms across his chest, there's a dead heavy stare in his eyes and not a hint of smile)
Poe: It's funny how life parrels itself. Once before a man with lack of any understanding sent me into an ambush. Now I step into the ring with a man wiht the same little understanding who thinks he's going to ambush me. {Smiles} Well Larry don't get ahead of yourself. I called you a hypocrite and rightfully so. Forget about yuor actions in the ring...we're talking right now. You have a great misunderstanding Larry. I have to make everything I say very clear to you. I never compared being in that rign to war. Believe me Larry it's not. I've been to war...I've been to hell. Stepping in that ring is a piece of cake. I merely said like in war the GLCW was a win at all cost world. I said my style reflected my expierence there, that you had to adapt or you wind up losing. I said in war if you lost a fight you wound up dead. No one is going to die when our match is done. I did say though that I took losing as a fate close to death, (shrugs) but Larry I just hate to lose...can't imagine anyone looks forward to death. I did call you the Bad Guy and for good reason. You words and actions towrds the fans makes you so. {grins} After all Larry you did nothing to endear yourself to them. (laughs) And Larry if you really think that there are no defined villians or heroes in the world...well that clearly tells me your naive. I've seen my share of bad guys...they are on the streets of the city wher emy family died...they pointed guns at all the people who wore my uniform and worst of all thier seems to be an endless supply of them. You do speak you mind Larry...speak it ALL to well and often. I agree doesn't make you evil Larry...deosn't make you good either...most of all {grins} doesn't make you right.
(Jarod relaxes his arms to his side and walks along the railing trailing his hand atop it)
Poe: Did you really open your ears and listen Larry. We already ahve established to story vaies from time to time. Some people might take you word for it, but my nature...I take everyone word with just a small grain of salt. Or maybe a shakers worth with you. You wanted a a wrestling match last time around and that's what you got. that's what I said I would give you. I give I did all night long. You know what I find humorous Larry...this beleif of yours that YOU set the pace of our match. {laughs} You really think that don't you. {smiles} well Larry go right ahead...we all nkow you beleive whatever puts you in the best light. You think you set the pace...fine...you try that again and we'll really see if that belief holds true. If you set the pace Larry how come everytime you tried to brawl I wen tright back to the wrestling match YOU wanted. Yeah Larry you really had me runnign circles after you. {mock applause} Ah, but the flase beliefs don't stop there. ..do they? I know I'm not a very humorous person Larry, but my reference to wrestling in the fifties and sixties was said in jest. I don't know what it wa slike back then...hell I was't even born {grins} Niether where you. Look I love wrestling...I'm a wrestler...I've proved it. Larry you cite my garbage style as a match I had with The Masked Blazer. Look I won't deny I punished the man, but I was simply adapting. Like you said a great wrestler does...after all the man nearly blinded me with a fire ball and cost me a previous match. I adapted and did it well...Anyone seen Blazer lately? Sure there's a better way to conduct yourself Larry, but times and measures go hand and hand.
(Jarod pauses watching a small boat go by in the opposite direction)
Poe: See now I could care less on how you define my matches or anyone elses. Anyway you reach succes needs no cutting. What works...well it works. You've got you way Larry...you assume it better...hey I like it...I've shown I can more then handle my own. You right Larry I did not pin you, but then again it was only thirty minutes. this time around Larry...well we've got all the time ion the world. Let's also not forget there was NOTHING at stake for me in uor last match. All I had to do was prove the point I wanted and I did. Hard to beleive since you were settign the pace {winks} Huh...Larry. you failed on a grand scale of humbling me Larry...I'm glad you can accept that...now I would suggest you get used to it.
(Jarod turns placing his lower back upon the ships railing and once more folds his arms upon his chest)
Poe: See Larry this match has somethng for me this time. The TV Title is at stake. Now I know what you've said in the past about titles, but I think your quest to humble me you'd be more then happy to take it from around my waist. You might not place much value in it, but I do have an agenda. You say this time around you wrestle not for the "BOYS", but for a clearcut victory. It;s no wonder you don't wrestle for titles Larry, because such an attitude{chuckles} will not win you any. Look you want a clearcuy victory this time, well why is it different. See Larry when I wrestled Jobber I was fullfilling a contract, but what you don't understand is I KNEW I could beat him. Yes he did defeat me witht he rules stacked in his favor, but alone I DESTROYED him. I knew I coulkd walk in that ring on my own and defeat him...hell that's just what I did. I know now I can do the same thing to you. You think I underetimate becaus eof this confidence I have. {shake shis head} Well Larry I do not. I'm a wrestler and on any giving day your shoulders can be pinned tot he mat. I take EVERY man as a serious threat. You have the skill to defeat me...I will give you that, but at the same time...well I don't think you can. After all you did have your chance. things will be differnt this time Larry...after all I took the best wrestling you had and pushed you back. You tried to brawl...hell you even tried pulling my trunks and none of it worked. I've got my own bag of dirty tricks Larry and witht he title on the line...I'll pull out every one of them before I let you get the better of me. {grins} I'm just adapting Larry...I do that quite well.
(Jarod leans forward and steps towrds the camera. the look in his eyes grows very serious)
Poe:You want to improve the state of wrestling Larry. Well become a trainer. Because in that ring very few will play that game. It's a ridiculas way to get to the top {grins} good thing your not here to win titles..huh Larry. look I never painted myself as some American hero. That's an image you paint alone through you own misunderstandings of what I've said. I just hope this time around I've made myself clear for you Larry. Hey we're all human and we make mistakes. You've made several Larry. You've misinterperted my words and greatly understimated my skill, Now I've explained myself and mor ethen proven my skill in that ring. We live and learn Larry...I've learned some very harsh lessons in the past few years sadly they were out of the ring. In that ring though I've learned from you. look I'd be a fool to tell you the weakness I've seen. that would be giving away my hand. Just rest assure Larry I've seen them. Look you do what you have to when your in that rign with me Larry. You bring your A game. Weather you want the TV title or not your going to have to fight in order to take it away from me. I'm glad you live and learn, because I fully plan on teaching. Larry...no games this time around. Forget all about Lady Wrestling...she is a myth. Your stepping into Mr. Poe's ring. You think you set the pace? Well good for you...Just remember this Larry there's only one pace I care about. That's the 1...2...3 of the ref's hand on canvas. When all is said and done I'll let you tell me what that was like. Wired is coming soon Larry...sooner then you'll expect. I hope your ready Larry, because I can't wait. Be seeing you
(Jarod turns his back to the camera and once again stares at the calm water below. His focus wains once more letting his mind if for only a brief period give a little attention for all those at risk)
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