What's going on in your Universe?

[satchmykels]

 

Wow, in a year with tons of great matches, I think I just had my all-time favorite! ECW show, my Shane Douglas caw with Heyman managing vs a Kenny Omega caw with Sensational Sheri managing. Had a bunch of great spots and both managers interfered numerous times but the big climax was when Sherri tossed a chair into the ring while Omega was stealing my finisher which somehow also knocked the ref out. No ref, so he didn't bother going for the pin, I reversed his next move, plunked him a few times with the chair, wedged it in the corner while the ref was waking up, tossed Omega into the chair and then dirty pinned him for the 3. That whole ending played out as if we'd choreographed it that way but it was just dumb luck and absolutely fantastic!

 

Wow, sounds awesome but that's what I love with this game and this universe. You might not get many cut-scenes but the gameplay is so good, you can actually have interesting stories going on during the match this year

 

 

 

Had a new (at least the first time I've seen it this year) cut-scene in my last match...

 

Rivalry is between retro Henry and Superstar Steve, match was between Austin and JBL. Before the match Henry attacks Austin from behind until 2 security guys come out to break it up and escort Henry out. The match starts, Austin is laying outside, so I go out after him, but it turns out Henry is still out there and going after Austin...unfortunately my first move breaks up the animation and Henry spends the rest of the match just standing there like a statue. If I had half a brain in my head I would've restarted the match and seen what exactly Henry was going to do and how far he was going to take it but I've been drinking a little and didn't think of that until later.

[olddirtybernie]

Finally picked up 2k16 and have my Universe nearly the way I want it. I figure I'll pick up where I left off in my last post from the 2k15 Universe mode thread.
*As a note, I'm starting everything with the current champions for each of the respective companies. The only change I made is making Kevin Owens the US Champion for a storyline purpose. I'm also not recognizing current real-life injuries, so people like Orton, Rollins, etc are still active in my Universe.
*Final side note - I'm hoping that, while taking a bit of inspiration from Ethereal, I'm able to make this different enough so it doesn't seem as though I'm completely biting his style.

 

WWE Raw - 12/15/15

We begin Raw with Triple H in the ring, ready to deliver a State of the Company address.

Triple H - "Ladies and Gentlemen of the WWE Universe, A few months ago I stood in this ring and delivered a speech much like this one and we broke news that would shake this business to it's very core. I delivered the news that were working on an alliance with at least two other companies and the time has come. Tonight is the night that officially marks the beginning of the partnership between WWE, Ring of Honor, and New Japan Pro Wrestling. Both companies have been the backbone in the development of some of our current superstars' careers and we are very thankful for that. The idea behind this partnership is the create a level of competition within the Professional Wrestling business the likes of which have never been seen. While ROH and New Japan can also help provide us with the next big stars, simultaneously providing enormous levels of experience for new talent coming in, WWE can also help bring more exposure to each of those companies. Superstars will also be able to travel, if they choose, and perform in front of fresh eyes - which brings me to a HUGE announcement: The first talent exchange between WWE and New Japan was finalized just moments before we went on the air tonight. Ladies and Gentlemen, John Cena will be the first to go on a tour overseas, and will be doing so in exchange for the hottest talent in New Japan today - Shinsuke Nakamura. We'll have a video package later tonight for those not familiar, and will run some interviews so you can get a feel for him before he gets here.

When the news broke about this partnership, we also had multiple volunteers among the WWE Superstars to compete elsewhere. Therefore, our first WWE Superstar competing in another company while under WWE contract will be Damien Sandow. Sandow feels that he's got a lot to prove, so he's going to be on his A-game while representing us THIS WEEK on Ring Of Honor Television!!"

[Creepy Bro]

Downloaded alt attires for Rick Rude and Lex Luger last night, and then I decided to create a new stable... I just wonder if this tag team will make as much noise as my Mark Henry/Rusev stable did in 2K15.

 

"Ravishing Package" - announced as: "Two Man Power Trip"

[Niffan]

Played the main event on NJPWs Wrestling Dontaku between AJ Styles and Hiroshi Tanahashi for the IWGP heavyweight title.
It was a really solid back and forth match where I played as Tanahashi and really stuck it to Styles. However, the ending is probably the best part, as he ends up hitting me with the Styles Clash, only that I reversed the pin sequence into one of my own and became the new champion.

[Creepy Bro]

After downloading more alt attires last night/this morning, I decided to reboot another stable... the Hollywood Blonds.

 

Dolph Ziggler

Brian Pillman

Stunning Steve

DDP

[xthegamerx]

I have everything normally except for the revival of the World Heavyweight championship which champion is Mark Henry.

 

NXT ArRival II

1)Jushin Liger def Tiger Mask - Singles match for the Cruiserweight Championship
2)Paige def Riley - Singles match for the NXT Women's Championship
3)Mason Ryan def Bubba Ray Dudley
4)Yosef def William and Monster
5)Maverick and the Ninja def The Ascension
6)Finn Balor def Tyler Breeze - Singles match for the NXT Championship

7) Ricochet def Enzo Amore, Adam Rose, Caristico, Zack Sabre Jr and Johnny Gargano - Money in the bank ladder match

[Rhilgus]

Did Raw today and I had a random match between Bad News Barrett and Big Show and it was better than I expected.

 

First off, here's the context, so, I'm just after Wrestlemania 31 and for the moment, The Authority is looking to have all the golds so they recruited Bo Dallas to go after the IC Title of Daniel Bryan and Big Show is taking care of John Cena's U.S Title and for the moment, the feud have been really nice. Big Show got into John Cena's head getting a victory over in single competition but also in tag team in a epic Main-Event of Smackdown between Cena / Orton / Reigns and Kane / Big Show / Seth Rollins.

 

He is also messing up with his matches but John Cena was still able to have the victory against Jack Swagger even when he was helped by Big Show but he still pissed off about how The Authority tries to do everything so they can look good so this time, in London, he wanted Big Show to be in a match wtihout any help, without any advantage in a match against someone who deserves a shot, Bad News Barrett

 

And so, here we go, you have the match and it starts off like any match, Big Show dominates the match even if Barrett is able to fight but then, John Cena distracts Big Show at the outside of the ring and Barrett hits the Bullhammer ( it's just the generic cut-scene with the punch but I acted like if it was a BullHammer ). He then brings Big Show inside the ring and goes for a second BullHamer but Big Show still kicks out. And then, Barrett dominates the match until Big Show hits the Chokeslam and only 2. And the match still goes on with Barrett still dominating until Big Show can hit the W.M.D and a bleeding Barrett still kicks out in his hometown. The match goes on and suddenly, Winds of Change out of Nowhere but still 2. Big Show then try to run away but Barrett tries to get him back inside the ring but that's the mistake. Huge Spear once he gets back inside the ring followed by the W.MD for the victory

 

Man, really happy about how that match worked out. I was expecting the typical that ends in a few minutes and I got this epic fight where Big Show was a beast even if he was in danger and Barrett was crazy having all those awesome moments, I have nothing for him right now but I have to give him something to do in the future

[jaanugul]

This is kinda cool what I've been doing, I had Baron Corbin come up the main roster and immediately had him feud with Seth Rollins and he won clean then I had him feud with Undertaker in a long rivalry and he and taker went at it and it was the long rivalry and Corbin came out victorious. After, at Survivor Series John Cena was www world heavyweight champ and was defending against big show and seth Rollins wanted in the match so I had Rollins and Corbin go at it one more time and winner would then face whoever won the championship that night in the same night, so I kinda pulled that Jericho moment here when he beat top stars like Rock and Austin where Corbin beat Rollins and Cena in the same night. I had Corbin beat Cena clean and he has been champ for like 2 years but last night he finally lost to Sting and they have been feuding for long

[Ethereal]

The show kicks off with a loaded promo package, showing the public signing of the contract that confirmed WWE and NJPW's new partnership. The promo briefly covered New Japan's history and WWE's history, then finally focuses on the stars of today that would lead the industry into another Golden Age. We were then greeted to a display of pyro and a pan shot of the massive Tokyo Dome crowd.

Announcement:

 

The American audience was greeted by the trio of announcers for the night: JBL, Michael Cole and Jerry Lawler who were set to call the action on the American viewers watching through the WWE Network. They announced the matches set for tonight and then promptly cut to Vince McMahon whom made a ground-breaking announcement, announcing an official re-branding of the WWE as it ushers into a new age of inter-promotional wrestling. He announced that WWE Programming for now on would take on a more realistic and gritty identity as it seeks to lead the charge in the resurgence of the Professional Wrestling Industry. He would also reveal the NJPW-WWE logo that will be used from now on in alignment with this new partnership, which marks the beginning of:

The Reality Era

 

Welcome to the New Age.

 

 

 

First Game
AJ Styles vs. Katsuyori Shibata

Following several distractions, Katsuyori Shibata chooses Invasion as the stage to settle his differences with the leader of the Bullet Club, AJ Styles. It would seem AJ Styles has some agenda other than his usual gaijin tactics, however Shibata is not concerned with his reasons, as The Wrestler is only concerned with getting his match.
Full Details:

Pre-Match:

AJ Styles entered first to a sea of cheers, however his opponent, Shibata was met with a thunderous roar. AJ took issue to this but focused in on his opponent.

Match:

The match began fast-paced, with Shibata throwing a barrage of forearms to the point where AJ could not stand anymore. AJ would get his advantage once he hit a Cross-body on Shibata. The two would continue going back and forth, having an outstanding match until Shibata reversed the Styles Clash and hit the GTA/Penalty Kick Combo, then getting the pinfall victory.

Post-Match:

Shibata celebrated his big win in the opening match of a Tokyo Dome show. He realized that he'd come a long way from his re-debut, and basked the moment as now he may finally become a star as big as those from his era who'd surpassed him in his absence. It was then that a familiar song played..and out walked a familiar face emerged from the stage; Eric Biscoff.

The fans were excited to see him back and the announcers made certain to let them viewers know just what this could mean for the future of the company. Biscoff would enter the ring and shakes hands with Shibata, then walking with him to the back. AJ Styles seemed deep into his thoughts as he made his way to the back, through the crowd.

 

Second Game
US Open Challenge
John Cena vs. Tomohiro Ishii

John Cena has long been the United States Champion, seeing as how the WWE is now joined at the hip with NJPW, there's even more of a variety of competitors to challenge him now. He is given a spot on the show for his Open Challenge, and wants to send a message that even if the roster has doubled, he is a fixture in this company.
"The John Cena US Open Challenge officially starts..right now. IF YOU WANT SOME, COME GET SOME!"
Full Details:

 

Pre-Match:

John Cena's music hits and the crowd cheers pops for his first appearance in the Tokyo Dome. He comes out, smiling from ear to ear as always and makes his way to the ring.

He grabs a microphone, talking about all the great names that have competed in the Tokyo Dome, then stating that tonight, one more name makes it onto that list..and that name is John Cena. "The John Cena US Open Challenge officially starts..right now. IF YOU WANT SOME, COME GET SOME!"

Then his music hit..Tomohiro Ishii..the Japanese crowd gasped as Ishii ran to the ring and clotheslined Cena. Cena would recover and kick off the hard-hitting match.

Match:

Throughout the match, both men showed that they wouldn't go down without a fight. Cena would hit Ishii with a few AA's but Ishii would kick out, even from one that caught Ishii out of mid-air. Ishii would hit several quickly executed Suplex Piledrivers but Cena persevered. .

Tomohiro Ishii would end the match by repeating the Suplex Piledriver move and getting a clean pin on Cena to the crowd's surprise. Easily Match of the Year candidate.

Post-Match:

Ishii becomes the first NJPW star to capture a WWE Championship and the first to ever capture a championship on the opposing brand. Cena would rise and slowly hand his championship over to Ishii and waved to the Japanese crowd.

It is speculated that he will be taking time off to film a new reality show, likely not returning until later in the year..or whenever he is needed.

 

Third Game
WWE Intercontinental Championship
Ryback vs. Kevin Owens

Ryback has been the Intercontinental Champion for quite some time now and the title has never meant less. This noticeable lessening of the title prestige has angered many, most notably, Kevin Owens who simple stated that Ryback is boring and while Japanese wrestlers are bound work to take theirs spots, the WWE doesn't need a champion who will look good as an action figure, but a champion who can actually Fight. Ryback, never wavering from foes, accepted the challenge.
Full Details:

 

Pre-Match:

Kevin Owens is greeted to a thunderous pop as his tune hits. He slowly emerges from the stage and inches himself to the ring, damning both Japan and its people with each step. He looked as if the Tokyo Dome were the last place he wanted to be. Ryback on the other hand entered to a more silent reaction, but was trying his hardest to get the crowd to make more noise..however, he was not nearly as beloved as Kevin Owens in this arena.

Match:

The match was the most disappointing of the night. Ryback was clearly off of his game tonight, some blamed it on nerves and others on Ryback simply being a poor worker, his poor skills highlighted when placed on the same cards as great workers. In the end there were a few high spots, all in favor of Kevin Owens, whom picked up a dominant victory with a Pop-Up Powerbomb to begin his reign as Intercontinental Champion.

Post-Match:

After the match Kevin Owens gloated, saying "This was for your own good."; he laughed at the recovering Ryback who struggled to get to his feet. Owens quickly made it backstage and Ryback stood in up in the ring, his hands on his hips. Then the Japanese crowd chanted his name as he still stood in the middle of the ring, dejected. Ryback then exited the ring, taking off his armbands and other regalia and handing them to children in the front row. He slowly made his way to the stage and turned to the camera, finally stating with a forced smile: "The Big Guy will be back". Soon after, rumors started questioning if Ryback's contract with WWE was set to expire and if they would even bother renewing it.

 

Interlude:

In line with NJPW's contract with ROH, ROH may still advertise and have their stars appear on their shows. Luckily for ROH, they were able to have a package shown to display their new ROH World Champion Jay Briscoe..in his natural habitat. ROH hopes that by advertising on the show, they can get new eyes on their product.

 

 

Fourth Game
IWGP Intercontinental Championship
Shinsuke Nakamura vs. Kota Ibushi

Shinsuke Nakamura and Kota Ibushi were both competitors in the undisputed Match of the Year and after several clashes over the last few weeks, they finally meet for a rematch in which Nakamura's coveted IWGP Intercontinental Championship is on the line. Will the two top their classic, and more importantly may the King of Strong Style be dethroned?
Full Details:

 

Pre-Match:

Kota Ibushi was first to enter and received a massive pop, as his popularity has sharply increased following the WrestleKingdom 9 match with Nakamura which was 2015's Match of the Year. He came out to a new theme, and quite a new entrance for the show. He was met with a sea of chants, signs and applause from the audience, quite the fan favorite. Shinsuke Nakamura's entrance was on another level, in terms of presentation. He emerged wearing a new attire, and instead of his normal theme came out to an interesting musical choice. By time Nakamura did his pose on the ropes, the crowd was already louder than they had been all night..ready for this co-main event match.

Match:

The match started off fast-paced as the two did smooth chain wrestling, resulting in a stand-off, which got the crowd's applause. The two would proceed to have a match as thrilling as their clash at Wrestle Kingdom 9.

Post-Match:

Kota Ibushi can barely stand, being so in shock at his victory over Shinsuke Nakamura who he'd never been able to best in a one on one contest. Everything it seemed came first circle as their feud ended now in the Tokyo Dome, where it truly all started. Ibushi was handed the title by Shinsuke who pulled him in and told him to take good care of the belt while he's gone. He looked to the crowd and gave one final "Yeaoh!" before exiting and hobbling his way backstage through the crowd. This exit seems to confirm the rumors of Shinsuke Nakamura going away to let his body rest, to come back even stronger.

Kota Ibushi grabbed the microphone and cut a passionate promo, which he shed tears in which he began to tear up in the latter half. He then thanked the crowd and exited, slapping hands with all of the audience who reached out for him..thus a new fan-favorite is born.

 

Fifth Game
IWGP Heavyweight Championship
Hiroshi Tanahashi vs. Kazuchika Okada
The IWGP Heavyweight Championship has been cancelled as the champion, Hiroshi Tanahashi was in no condition to compete. He suffered an injury, unknown at this time, while staying in the Tokyo Dome hotel. The Match is cancelled and replaced with another bout.
Replacement Inter-Promotional Games
Brock Lesnar vs. Chris Jericho
Winner: Brock Lesnar

IWGP Tag Team Championship
Roppongi Vice vs. Masters of the Universe
Winner: Masters of the Universe


Seventh Game
WWE World Heavyweight Championship
Seth Rollins vs. Roman Reigns

Seth Rollins and Roman Reigns have a history, this past mania Reigns was screwed over by Seth with his MITB cash-in, and even before that destroyed The Shield. This fight in one long in the making and the two who can't help but throwing punches whenever the other is in sight, will have their time..this Sunday.
Full Details:

 

Pre-Match:

Seth Rollins and Roman Reigns are each shown backstage, preparing for their big match. Roman Reigns entered first to a fairly mixed reaction, he was amped up, almost running to the run while bumping fists with the crowd. He got to the ring and roared as he threw up his fists. He waited in the ring, pacing back and forth until Rollins' music hit..but he didn't come out. His music stopped after about a minute of waiting, and then it played again..yet he still did not enter. His music stopped...and The Authority's played. Reigns cursed and rolled his eyes as he knew who was to enter.Triple H accompanied by Seth Rollins cut a promo:

Promo/Segment:

"Roman..Roman, this is not what it looks like..this is not what you think it is, I didn't come out here to embarrass you, believe it or not. I came out here, to tell you that tonight..tonight just isn't the night the WWE Championship will be defended." *The crowd boos and Roman begins cursing Triple H and threatens exiting the ring to spear him.* "Roman..listen..listen..things have changed Roman..I know we've had our..run-ins in the past..and I know I've criticized you a helluvalot over these past months. But at every turn you proved me wrong. Now, this isn't about what's best for business..this is about what's best for you..what's best for him." *Points to Rollins*, "..And what's best for the future of World Wrestling Entertainment..not New Japan Pro-Wrestling. The WWE needs someone who can rise to the challenge when need be..not be the face of the WWE, but the Shield..of the WWE. And in that regard I had a hard choice to make..I could choose the Rock's cousin.." , "Or a self-made..self-proclaimed architect..who will do anything and everything to make sure that he is forever..the top dog." *He pointed to Rollins.*. "Unfortunately for you Roman..your blood won't get you far in this new climate..and I'd suggest..you get wise to the game and help..or else everyone you see busting their ass in the Performance Center and in NXT..won't be worth a damn..come this time next year.

Roman Reigns grabs a microphone, then chucks it at Triple H, hitting him in the head. Triple H touches a fresh bump on his forehead, then angrily tells Reigns that he will be having a match tonight...then he looked back to the stage where the music of Finn Balor hits and the crowd pops. Seth Rollins exits past Finn Balor, while glaring at him, the two have a staredown until Rollins leaves. He quickly makes his way down the ramp, Triple H at his side. Reigns waved Balor into the ring but before he could enter, Balor was knocked over and beat on by one..Hideo Itami. Itami wouldn't let up from Balor until a referee got in between them. Triple H tried to call in for help from the security behind the barricade until Reigns ran in and speared Triple H through it.

Reigns poses to close out WWE: Invasion, which although the main event never happened which angered many, sparks much speculation as to the future of the WWE.

 

Next Post:

Interviews, analysis and explanations of what took place on the show. As the Tokyo Dome empties, the wrestlers are approached by backstage personnel to get the scoop! Stay tuned on the WWE Network or NJPWWorld to hear from the victors and the losers.

Next PPV:

The wrestlers of the WWE are at each other's throats more than ever, most notably, the two former friends, Finn Balor and Hideo Itami. Itami who claims to have been attacked by Balor, has clearly decided to throw away any possibility of reconciliation..and is only concerned with Payback.

(Took a while to make this post, hope you guys enjoy and follow Invasion, I assure you there is much more to come.)

[Kingbdl]

WWE Season one!

Week One

RAW

Dolph Ziggler vs. Big Show

Winner: Dolph Ziggler

 

The Bella Twins vs. Team B.A.D.

Winner: The Bella Twins

 

Non-Title

New Day© vs. Tyson Kidd & Cesaro

Winner: New Day

 

Elimination Tag Team

The Lucha Dragons vs. The Usos

Winner: The Lucha Dragons

 

Non-Title

Paige vs. Charlotte©

Winner: Paige

 

Falls Count Anywhere

Non-Title

Seth Rollins vs. Alberto Del Rio©

Winner: Seth Rollins

 

Non-Title

Daniel Bryan vs. Sheamus©

Winner: Daniel Bryan

After: Sheamus tried to attack Daniel Bryan from behind but Bryan saw it coming and threw Sheamus out of the ring.

 

Main Event

Sasha Banks w/Tamina vs. Summer Rae w/Tyler Breeze

Winner: Sasha Banks

 

Erick Rowan w/Luke Harper vs. Bo Dallas

Winner: Bo Dallas

 

Non-Title

Alberto Del Rio© w/Zeb Colter vs. Bad News Barrett w/Rusev

Winner: Bad News Barrett

 

NXT

Hideo Itami vs. Baron Corbin vs. Zack Ryder

Winner: Zack Ryder

 

Emma vs. Eva Marie

Before: Bayley comes down to watch the match.

Winner: Eva Marie

 

Non-Title

Bayley© vs. Cameron vs. Carmella vs. Alexa Bliss

Winner: Bayley

 

Non-Title

Finn Balor© vs. Sami Zayn

Winner: Sami Zayn

 

Neville vs. Rhyno

Winner: Neville

 

Smackdown

The Dudley Boys vs. The Wyatt Family

Winner: The Wyatt Family

 

Non-Title

Charlotte© vs. Paige

Winner: Paige

 

Nikki Bella vs. Natalya

Winner: Natalya

 

Elimination Tag Team

Non-Title

The League Of Nations vs. New Day©

Winner: The League Of Nations

 

Non-Title

Kevin Owens vs. Roman Reigns

Winner: Kevin Owens

 

John Cena vs. Brock Lesnar vs. Ryback

Winner: John Cena

 

Superstars

Zack Ryder vs. Bo Dallas vs. Neville

Winner: Bo Dallas

 

R-Truth vs. Jack Swagger

Winner: R-Truth

 

Fandango vs. Stardust

Winner: Fandango

[Niffan]

I am in utter and complete awe of Ethereal's post. Your post was very entertaining!

[Haas3-16]

Recently did the Royal Rumble PPV and I'll be uploading the videos soon. Some matches have multiple parts.

 

I'm surprisingly excited about the Rumble match winner going to face the Champion at wrestlemania. I think all of you will be excited by it too.

[Kingbdl]

 

 

 

The show kicks off with a loaded promo package, showing the public signing of the contract that confirmed WWE and NJPW's new partnership. The promo briefly covered New Japan's history and WWE's history, then finally focuses on the stars of today that would lead the industry into another Golden Age. We were then greeted to a display of pyro and a pan shot of the massive Tokyo Dome crowd.

Announcement:

 

 

The American audience was greeted by the trio of announcers for the night: JBL, Michael Cole and Jerry Lawler who were set to call the action on the American viewers watching through the WWE Network. They announced the matches set for tonight and then promptly cut to Vince McMahon whom made a ground-breaking announcement, announcing an official re-branding of the WWE as it ushers into a new age of inter-promotional wrestling. He announced that WWE Programming for now on would take on a more realistic and gritty identity as it seeks to lead the charge in the resurgence of the Professional Wrestling Industry. He would also reveal the NJPW-WWE logo that will be used from now on in alignment with this new partnership, which marks the beginning of:

The Reality Era

 

 

Welcome to the New Age.

 

First Game

AJ Styles vs. Katsuyori Shibata

Following several distractions, Katsuyori Shibata chooses Invasion as the stage to settle his differences with the leader of the Bullet Club, AJ Styles. It would seem AJ Styles has some agenda other than his usual gaijin tactics, however Shibata is not concerned with his reasons, as The Wrestler is only concerned with getting his match.

Full Details:

Pre-Match:

AJ Styles entered first to a sea of cheers, however his opponent, Shibata was met with a thunderous roar. AJ took issue to this but focused in on his opponent.

Match:

The match began fast-paced, with Shibata throwing a barrage of forearms to the point where AJ could not stand anymore. AJ would get his advantage once he hit a Cross-body on Shibata. The two would continue going back and forth, having an outstanding match until Shibata reversed the Styles Clash and hit the GTA/Penalty Kick Combo, then getting the pinfall victory.

Post-Match:

Shibata celebrated his big win in the opening match of a Tokyo Dome show. He realized that he'd come a long way from his re-debut, and basked the moment as now he may finally become a star as big as those from his era who'd surpassed him in his absence. It was then that a familiar song played..and out walked a familiar face emerged from the stage; Eric Biscoff.

The fans were excited to see him back and the announcers made certain to let them viewers know just what this could mean for the future of the company. Biscoff would enter the ring and shakes hands with Shibata, then walking with him to the back. AJ Styles seemed deep into his thoughts as he made his way to the back, through the crowd.

 

 

 

Second Game

US Open Challenge

John Cena vs. Tomohiro Ishii

John Cena has long been the United States Champion, seeing as how the WWE is now joined at the hip with NJPW, there's even more of a variety of competitors to challenge him now. He is given a spot on the show for his Open Challenge, and wants to send a message that even if the roster has doubled, he is a fixture in this company.

"The John Cena US Open Challenge officially starts..right now. IF YOU WANT SOME, COME GET SOME!"

Full Details:

 

 

Pre-Match:

John Cena's music hits and the crowd cheers pops for his first appearance in the Tokyo Dome. He comes out, smiling from ear to ear as always and makes his way to the ring.

He grabs a microphone, talking about all the great names that have competed in the Tokyo Dome, then stating that tonight, one more name makes it onto that list..and that name is John Cena. "The John Cena US Open Challenge officially starts..right now. IF YOU WANT SOME, COME GET SOME!"

Then his music hit..Tomohiro Ishii..the Japanese crowd gasped as Ishii ran to the ring and clotheslined Cena. Cena would recover and kick off the hard-hitting match.

Match:

Throughout the match, both men showed that they wouldn't go down without a fight. Cena would hit Ishii with a few AA's but Ishii would kick out, even from one that caught Ishii out of mid-air. Ishii would hit several quickly executed Suplex Piledrivers but Cena persevered. .

Tomohiro Ishii would end the match by repeating the Suplex Piledriver move and getting a clean pin on Cena to the crowd's surprise. Easily Match of the Year candidate.

Post-Match:

Ishii becomes the first NJPW star to capture a WWE Championship and the first to ever capture a championship on the opposing brand. Cena would rise and slowly hand his championship over to Ishii and waved to the Japanese crowd.

It is speculated that he will be taking time off to film a new reality show, likely not returning until later in the year..or whenever he is needed.

 

 

Third Game

WWE Intercontinental Championship

Ryback vs. Kevin Owens

Ryback has been the Intercontinental Champion for quite some time now and the title has never meant less. This noticeable lessening of the title prestige has angered many, most notably, Kevin Owens who simple stated that Ryback is boring and while Japanese wrestlers are bound work to take theirs spots, the WWE doesn't need a champion who will look good as an action figure, but a champion who can actually Fight. Ryback, never wavering from foes, accepted the challenge.

Full Details:

 

 

Pre-Match:

Kevin Owens is greeted to a thunderous pop as his tune hits. He slowly emerges from the stage and inches himself to the ring, damning both Japan and its people with each step. He looked as if the Tokyo Dome were the last place he wanted to be. Ryback on the other hand entered to a more silent reaction, but was trying his hardest to get the crowd to make more noise..however, he was not nearly as beloved as Kevin Owens in this arena.

Match:

The match was the most disappointing of the night. Ryback was clearly off of his game tonight, some blamed it on nerves and others on Ryback simply being a poor worker, his poor skills highlighted when placed on the same cards as great workers. In the end there were a few high spots, all in favor of Kevin Owens, whom picked up a dominant victory with a Pop-Up Powerbomb to begin his reign as Intercontinental Champion.

Post-Match:

After the match Kevin Owens gloated, saying "This was for your own good."; he laughed at the recovering Ryback who struggled to get to his feet. Owens quickly made it backstage and Ryback stood in up in the ring, his hands on his hips. Then the Japanese crowd chanted his name as he still stood in the middle of the ring, dejected. Ryback then exited the ring, taking off his armbands and other regalia and handing them to children in the front row. He slowly made his way to the stage and turned to the camera, finally stating with a forced smile: "The Big Guy will be back". Soon after, rumors started questioning if Ryback's contract with WWE was set to expire and if they would even bother renewing it.

 

Interlude:

In line with NJPW's contract with ROH, ROH may still advertise and have their stars appear on their shows. Luckily for ROH, they were able to have a package shown to display their new ROH World Champion Jay Briscoe..in his natural habitat. ROH hopes that by advertising on the show, they can get new eyes on their product.

 

 

 

Fourth Game

IWGP Intercontinental Championship

Shinsuke Nakamura vs. Kota Ibushi

Shinsuke Nakamura and Kota Ibushi were both competitors in the undisputed Match of the Year and after several clashes over the last few weeks, they finally meet for a rematch in which Nakamura's coveted IWGP Intercontinental Championship is on the line. Will the two top their classic, and more importantly may the King of Strong Style be dethroned?

Full Details:

 

 

Pre-Match:

Kota Ibushi was first to enter and received a massive pop, as his popularity has sharply increased following the WrestleKingdom 9 match with Nakamura which was 2015's Match of the Year. He came out to a new theme, and quite a new entrance for the show. He was met with a sea of chants, signs and applause from the audience, quite the fan favorite. Shinsuke Nakamura's entrance was on another level, in terms of presentation. He emerged wearing a new attire, and instead of his normal theme came out to an interesting musical choice. By time Nakamura did his pose on the ropes, the crowd was already louder than they had been all night..ready for this co-main event match.

Match:

The match started off fast-paced as the two did smooth chain wrestling, resulting in a stand-off, which got the crowd's applause. The two would proceed to have a match as thrilling as their clash at Wrestle Kingdom 9.

Post-Match:

Kota Ibushi can barely stand, being so in shock at his victory over Shinsuke Nakamura who he'd never been able to best in a one on one contest. Everything it seemed came first circle as their feud ended now in the Tokyo Dome, where it truly all started. Ibushi was handed the title by Shinsuke who pulled him in and told him to take good care of the belt while he's gone. He looked to the crowd and gave one final "Yeaoh!" before exiting and hobbling his way backstage through the crowd. This exit seems to confirm the rumors of Shinsuke Nakamura going away to let his body rest, to come back even stronger.

Kota Ibushi grabbed the microphone and cut a passionate promo, which he shed tears in which he began to tear up in the latter half. He then thanked the crowd and exited, slapping hands with all of the audience who reached out for him..thus a new fan-favorite is born.

 

Fifth Game

IWGP Heavyweight Championship

Hiroshi Tanahashi vs. Kazuchika Okada

The IWGP Heavyweight Championship has been cancelled as the champion, Hiroshi Tanahashi was in no condition to compete. He suffered an injury, unknown at this time, while staying in the Tokyo Dome hotel. The Match is cancelled and replaced with another bout.

Replacement Inter-Promotional Games

Brock Lesnar vs. Chris Jericho

Winner: Brock Lesnar

 

IWGP Tag Team Championship

Roppongi Vice vs. Masters of the Universe

Winner: Masters of the Universe

 

 

Seventh Game

WWE World Heavyweight Championship

Seth Rollins vs. Roman Reigns

Seth Rollins and Roman Reigns have a history, this past mania Reigns was screwed over by Seth with his MITB cash-in, and even before that destroyed The Shield. This fight in one long in the making and the two who can't help but throwing punches whenever the other is in sight, will have their time..this Sunday.

Full Details:

 

 

Pre-Match:

Seth Rollins and Roman Reigns are each shown backstage, preparing for their big match. Roman Reigns entered first to a fairly mixed reaction, he was amped up, almost running to the run while bumping fists with the crowd. He got to the ring and roared as he threw up his fists. He waited in the ring, pacing back and forth until Rollins' music hit..but he didn't come out. His music stopped after about a minute of waiting, and then it played again..yet he still did not enter. His music stopped...and The Authority's played. Reigns cursed and rolled his eyes as he knew who was to enter.Triple H accompanied by Seth Rollins cut a promo:

Promo/Segment:

"Roman..Roman, this is not what it looks like..this is not what you think it is, I didn't come out here to embarrass you, believe it or not. I came out here, to tell you that tonight..tonight just isn't the night the WWE Championship will be defended." *The crowd boos and Roman begins cursing Triple H and threatens exiting the ring to spear him.* "Roman..listen..listen..things have changed Roman..I know we've had our..run-ins in the past..and I know I've criticized you a helluvalot over these past months. But at every turn you proved me wrong. Now, this isn't about what's best for business..this is about what's best for you..what's best for him." *Points to Rollins*, "..And what's best for the future of World Wrestling Entertainment..not New Japan Pro-Wrestling. The WWE needs someone who can rise to the challenge when need be..not be the face of the WWE, but the Shield..of the WWE. And in that regard I had a hard choice to make..I could choose the Rock's cousin.." , "Or a self-made..self-proclaimed architect..who will do anything and everything to make sure that he is forever..the top dog." *He pointed to Rollins.*. "Unfortunately for you Roman..your blood won't get you far in this new climate..and I'd suggest..you get wise to the game and help..or else everyone you see busting their ass in the Performance Center and in NXT..won't be worth a damn..come this time next year.

Roman Reigns grabs a microphone, then chucks it at Triple H, hitting him in the head. Triple H touches a fresh bump on his forehead, then angrily tells Reigns that he will be having a match tonight...then he looked back to the stage where the music of Finn Balor hits and the crowd pops. Seth Rollins exits past Finn Balor, while glaring at him, the two have a staredown until Rollins leaves. He quickly makes his way down the ramp, Triple H at his side. Reigns waved Balor into the ring but before he could enter, Balor was knocked over and beat on by one..Hideo Itami. Itami wouldn't let up from Balor until a referee got in between them. Triple H tried to call in for help from the security behind the barricade until Reigns ran in and speared Triple H through it.

Reigns poses to close out WWE: Invasion, which although the main event never happened which angered many, sparks much speculation as to the future of the WWE.

 

Next Post:

Interviews, analysis and explanations of what took place on the show. As the Tokyo Dome empties, the wrestlers are approached by backstage personnel to get the scoop! Stay tuned on the WWE Network or NJPWWorld to hear from the victors and the losers.

Next PPV:

The wrestlers of the WWE are at each other's throats more than ever, most notably, the two former friends, Finn Balor and Hideo Itami. Itami who

by Balor, has clearly decided to throw away any possibility of reconciliation..and is only concerned with Payback.

(Took a while to make this post, hope you guys enjoy and follow Invasion, I assure you there is much more to come.)

Are you on Xbox One of so where did you get them CAWS?

[Ethereal]

I am in utter and complete awe of Ethereal's post. Your post was very entertaining!

 

Appreciate the kind words from everyone, Entertainment is what it's all about.

 

 

 

Are you on Xbox One of so where did you get them CAWS?

 

Yeah I'm on Xbox One. Gamertag is under my avatar. Got lucky with the CAWs I managed to grab, most of the time I just search up the company name like NJPW or ROH and see what's been uploaded recently and I grab em. I do look for CAWs a lot of what being made on Smacktalks though, get a lot of my guys from there.

 

Have a ton of guys downloaded but since they're not being used yet, they won't be seen until much later.

[Ethereal]

Interviews, analysis and explanations of what took place on the show. As the Tokyo Dome empties, the wrestlers are approached by backstage personnel to get the scoop! Stay tuned on the WWE Network or NJPWWorld to hear from the victors and the losers.

First Game Fallout:

We cut backstage to AJ Styles who is packing his stuff to head back to his hotel room. The members of the Bullet Club curse at the interviewer who dared to enter their locker room. The interviewer apologizes for his intrusion but tells him that the fans would like to hear his reaction to his loss and the return of Eric Biscoff during the first game of WWE: Invasion.

AJ Styles Promises to Keep New Japan Safe..Does He Know Something That We Don't?!?

"I'm not surprised by anything. I'd seen Eric Biscoff, talking to whole buncha' guys in the NJPW locker room, none gave him the time of day..except..for Katsuyori Shibata. Shibata knows that he has a glass ceiling because he abandoned NJPW before, so why not sell his soul to succeed elsewhere. Shibata doesn't know what he's getting into, Eric Biscoff doesn't just want a good product, he wants another war..and me and my soldiers..we're stayin' out of it." Instead, we have more important things to look forward to..like taking care of New Japan Pro-Wrestling...not fighting unnecessary battles. But if Eric Biscoff even tries to touch New Japan..Bullet Club have something to say about it.

 

 

Third Game Fallout

Ryback is nowhere to be found for a word. Instead the crew catches up with Kevin Owens who is backstage, grinning from ear to ear. Eden Stiles asks Owens on what's going through him mind now that he has won the Intercontinental Title, what was there next on his list of things to do.

Kevin Owens: "I'll Look For Some More Gold To Wear"

"Eden, you're making it sound as if this was the ending to some long journey or something. This was only the beginning. I have the Intercontinental Championship but uh..everyone's more worried about where the hell they fit in on the roster to worry about championships right now."

"It's almost as if you haven't been keeping up with the news..I mean..you have been backstage all day right? The Brand Split is back..new RAW..don't even think Smackdown will be around with how useless its been. But uh..my spot is secured..so while everyone figures that out..I think I'll find some more gold to wear."

Commercial:

This year's Wrestlemania has been revealed to be in Texas this year in the AT&T Stadium, and the WWE, now with their re-branding and possibly the help of NJPW, seeks to break the attendance record.

 

Seventh Game Fallout

Hideo Itami is seen walking backstage having since, calmed down from when he attacked Finn Balor just moments prior, Renee Young managed to squeeze an interview out of him for the viewers on the WWE Network and for WWE's Youtube Channel.

Hideo Itami: "Finn Balor and The Authority Want to Keep Strong Style Out of the WWE"

Full Interview:

 

Hideo..I understand that you must be going through a range of emotions after what just happened..I think what the fans want to know is..why?

 

 

Payback...

 

 

Uh..alright well I guess then the next question would be..for what exactly do you ant Payback?

 

 

I've known Finn Balor for many years..our paths have never truly crossed. There was no dodging..only a pact that we made, that the both of us would be the ushers of a new generation. One that would revitalize the industry..but he..he does not see me..or anyone who takes pride in Strong Style..in his version of the future.

 

 

So are you saying that his new possible alignment with The Authority is to make sure that..supers-..wrestlers..such as yourself don't make it anywhere in the WWE?

 

 

And that is why after Payback, only one of us will be able to call WWE..home.

 

 

In attacking Finn Balor tonight, you did save Roman Reigns from wrestling against Balor, however you did devoid him of a main event match in the Tokyo Dome, something he'd previously stated was a big deal for him? Was part of your goal to assist Roman Reigns and do you feel any remorse for perhaps..spoiling Reigns' night?

 

Roman Reigns has his own problems, Balor wouldn't have received my message at any better time than then. If Reigns has an issue..well then I will admit I acted too boldly, but of course, I did for good reason.

 

We tried to reach Roman Reigns for his opinion but he quickly exited the arena after the end of the show..but we assure you Roman Reigns and the rest of the WWE roster and a few special guests will be live on Monday Night RAW..for a special edition of what is being called a new RAW.

 

 

Hideo exits and Renee sends the broadcast back to the commentators.

 

 

Lastly the announcers would let out the official announcement and poster for WWE: Payback, a WWE Exclusive Pay-Per-View that will take place in Staples Center this year.

The wrestlers of the WWE are at each other's throats more than ever, most notably, the two former friends, Finn Balor and Hideo Itami. Itami who

by Balor, has clearly decided to throw away any possibility of reconciliation..and is only concerned with Payback.

Theme:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-65OX_ItPNU

 

Stay tuned for updates, hope you enjoyed.

[Rhilgus]

Really happy with the booking of Seth Rollins I did ( and got too ). He started just like, well in real life, a loser that loses every match but he really improved. He is in a feud against Ryback and got destroyed everytime until Extreme Rules where he used the weapons to take the advantage and wins the title and since then, his booking has been perfect. He beats up Ryback after his matches ( not against him ), gets in his head by interfering in his matches and for his matches where he isn't in a rivalry, I have him get managed by Kane in a suit and that looks terrifying and of course, he always wins. Great to see that he took one rivalry for him to be a great WWE Champion

 

Also, Cesaro and Kidd are great workers too, have him wins a lot of tag team matches and they are awesome to play as. Already have plans for them as great single competitors but before, I will have them destroy everyone on the roster until Battleground where Enzo & Big Cass will beat them for the tag titles and at Summerslam, Cesaro and Kidd will begin a huge rivalry that should be epic. Creating future stars is so much fun

 

And congratulations to Ethereal, really impressed with the job, it just looks so good and is really interesting, great stuff

[Ethereal]

Creating future stars is so much fun

 

And congratulations to Ethereal, really impressed with the job, it just looks so good and is really interesting, great stuff

 

Cesaro & Kidd are a great pairing, and getting them hot to be fed to Enzo & Cass is wise. You plan on splitting them up and pitting them against each other after Summerslam?

 

Personally I'm using Cesaro & Kidd as a team on my NJPW show for now until I want to build up Cesaro for a feud with Lesnar after they eventually split. But I'm trying to decide which team I shoud help get over with their loss.

Thinking on how long it takes me to get all of the matches wrote out for PPV posts, I think I'll only post up the matches that are important to the general story of the Universe instead of going through the whole thing. Saves time and allows me to enjoy playing a bit more.

[Niffan]

I love the whole invasion story going on here. Especially the part with Hideo/Finn and how you play on Shibata quitting NJPW all those years ago.

[LEGION]

Yeah. Great work^^

and that Payback poster is *censored*ing awesome

[Ethereal]

I love the whole invasion story going on here. Especially the part with Hideo/Finn and how you play on Shibata quitting NJPW all those years ago.

Yeah I'm a big puroesu fan, more specifically NJPW, Shibata is a personal favorite of mine, and I've watched as he's been relegated to the mid-card.

 

I'm trying to think up some other interesting angles I can do until I get some more CAWs that I need to get the main stuff going. Shibata for now will be prominently featured until then. I want to bring back the Biscoff and Heyman dynamic for my last Universe but in a way that aligns with this year's theme.

 

Yeah. Great work^^

and that Payback poster is *censored*ing awesome

 

Thanks, know my way around Photoshop thankfully, and the picture seemed extremely relevant.

[Rhilgus]

 

 

Cesaro & Kidd are a great pairing, and getting them hot to be fed to Enzo & Cass is wise. You plan on splitting them up and pitting them against each other after Summerslam?

 

 

Yep, I really love both of them so after they lose the title, I will put them against eachother at Summerslam ( and after ) since I always loved the story of tag team partner being rivals and that way, they have something to do until I can decide what cool stuff they can do in my Main-Event division^^

[Creepy Bro]

After downloading more alt attires last night/this morning, I decided to reboot another stable... the Hollywood Blonds.

 

Dolph Ziggler

Brian Pillman

Stunning Steve

DDP

 

Changed my mind as I was downloading alt attires over the weekend, and swapped DDP for Tyler Breeze in the Hollywood Blonds.

 

I'll be putting DDP into the 'WCW Union' stable that I created, consisting of previous WCW talent during the 1990s.

[Ethereal]

"WWE Brand Extension Returns!"

"RAW and Smackdown! Major Rebranding Planned!"

"Smackdown! moved to Spike TV!"

- Ever since the RAW ratings dropped a few months ago, due to the general consensus of the show by the public being poor, WWE reached out in search of talent to help their ratings shoot up. Seeing as how much of their roster was injured, WWE was willing to introduce new wrestlers to take the spots of others they could no longer feature due to injuries. With the success of WWE: Invasion which saw a buyrate that was only topped by Wrestlemania, WWE has green-lighted a Rebranding of both RAW and Smackdown!.

- While WWE has only announced the Rebranding, Reddit Insider: "YankeesFan4Ever" has again leaked, some more information as well as the new logos for each show. Here are the key points from his long post on SquaredCircle:

Theme:

 

 

 

 

• Monday Night RAW will undergo a set change, using a non-HD stage, cutting costs and giving the show a more gritty look and feel. The set will be a homage to the stage used in the early 2000's.

 

• RAW will remain on the USA Network and be shortened to 2 1/2 hours.

 

• RAW will reintroduce Eric Biscoff in an on-screen role as he legitimately will be dealing with much of the talent that will be signed to RAW.

 

• RAW will feature stars from both the WWE Main Roster and the NXT Roster, and will rarely feature NJPW stars, except ones that have signed exclusive deals.

 

• RAW's rating will be changed to TV-14, to allow for the more adult-oriented content to air with forewarning to parents.

 

 

 

Theme:

 

 

 

 

• Smackdown! will undergo a set change, while it may not be specifically non-HD, the set will be a "throwback".

 

• Smackdown! will retain its two hour running time and will largely remain a heavily edited show. Smackdown! will utilize lesser used talents and will have more action-based storylines and matches.

 

• Smackdown! will have Paul Heyman as the general manager of the show and he will be used as an on-screen character.

 

• Smackdown! will have its ratings changed to TV-14 in line with the type of programming that Spike TV has on its channel

 

• Smackdown! will heavily feature NJPW stars, new GM Paul Heyman is said to have went to war with Vince Mcmahon to have the NJPW stars featured so heavily on a WWE show. Vince supposedly threw his hands up in the air and told Heyman that if ratings went down, he'd take back control.

[Haas3-16]

 

WWE Intercontinental Championship Match

Stardust © Vs. Daniel Bryan

 

Winner and NEW WWE Intercontinental Champion - Daniel Bryan - Corner Dropkick

 

 

WWE Tag Team Championship Match

The Usos © Vs. Tyson Kidd & Cesaro W/Natalya

 

Winners and NEW WWE Tag Team Champions - Tyson Kidd & Cesaro - Giant Swing to Jey Uso

 

 

Rivalry Match

Edge & Christian Vs. The Ascension

 

Winners by Pinfall - The Ascension - STO by Viktor to Edge

 

 

World Tag Team Championship Match

The New Day Vs. The Wyatt Family ©

 

Winners and NEW World Tag Team Champions - The New Day - Trouble in Paradise to Erick Rowan

 

 

World Heavyweight Championship Match

John Cena © Vs. Dean Ambrose

 

Winner and STILL World Heavyweight Champion - John Cena - Attitude Adjustment

 

 

WWE Championship Match

Sting © Vs. Brock Lesnar w/Paul Heyman

 

Winner and NEW WWE Champion - Brock Lesnar - Multiple Powerbombs

 

 

Royal Rumble Match

 

 

1. Ryback

2. Sheamus

3. D-Von Dudley

4. Chris Jericho

5. Damien Mizdow

6. Shawn Michaels

7. Randy Orton

8. Seth Rollins

9. Darren Young

10. Rusev

11. Roman Reigns

12. The Miz

13. Mark Henry

14. Jack Swagger

15. Heath Slater

16. Dolph Ziggler

17. DDP

18. X-Pac

19. Dean Ambrose

20. Vader

21. Xavier Woods

22. Ultimate Warrior

23. R-Truth

24. Finn Balor

25. Curtis Axel

26. William Regal

27. Titus O'Neil

28. Bubba Ray Dudley

29. Bray Wyatt

30. Bad News Barrett

 

 

 

Eliminations

 

 

Sheamus eliminated by Ryback

Ryback eliminated by HBK

Mizdow eliminated by Seth Rollins

D-Von eliminated by HBK

HBK eliminated by Randy Orton

Darren Young eliminated by Seth Rollins

Randy Orton eliminated by Rusev

Y2J eliminated by Roman Reigns

The Miz eliminated by Seth Rollins

Rollins eliminated by Jack Swagger

Slater eliminated by Jack Swagger

Ziggler eliminated by Roman Reigns

Rusev eliminated by Roman Reigns

Swagger eliminated by X-Pac

Reigns eliminated by Dean Ambrose

Mark Henry eliminated by DDP

X-Pac eliminated by DDP

Ambrose eliminated by Ultimate Warrior

Xavier Woods eliminated by Vader

Warrior eliminated by R-Truth

DDP eliminated by Curtis Axel

Curtis Axel eliminated by William Regal

R-Truth eliminated by Titus O'Neil

Finn Balor eliminated by Vader

Vader eliminated by Titus O'Neil

Regal eliminated by Titus O'Neil

Bray Wyatt eliminated by Titus O'Neil

Bubba Ray eliminated by Titus O'Neil

BNB eliminated by Titus O'Neil

 

 

 

Most Eliminations

 

 

Titus O'Neil - 6

Roman Reigns - 3

Seth Rollins - 3

DDP - 2

HBK - 2

Jack Swagger - 2

Vader - 2

 

 

 

Winner

 

Titus O'Neil

 

Royal Rumble Video Playlist

 

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaEf9Y-S_O9sQ-IDe8C4yyN8oi9pKChl9

[BestInTheWorld614]

I love that some championship rivalries don't end at PPVs this year because I've been getting cutscenes that warrant a rematch for the title on the next show.