Post by Zantazm on Dec 9, 2008 1:56:56 GMT -5
Charlie Coors makes his way back onto the stage area and stands before the podium to announce the next presenter at the 2008 Hall of Fame Ceremony. He looks around the audience at the excited faces before he begins.
"It's already been an amazing evening, but we still have two more inductees to bring you. That being said, the next presenter will come as a bit of a surprise to most of you, unless you caught the red carpet ceremonies earlier today. We haven't seen him in quite some time, but we're very excited to finally see him again. Ladies and Gentlemen, I proudly give to you all, the one and only, Zantazm!"
An instrumental version of "Bodies" by Drowning Pool begins to play as the audience rises to their feet to welcome Zantazm onto the stage. Chants of "Z" erupt from the upper deck as the eager fans await Zantazm's appearance. The black curtain on the side of the stage ruffles, and then, to everyone's delight, Zantazm emerges. He dons a traditional black tuxedo with a shiny black asgot tie. He looks to be in great shape, just the same way as he did before his departure months ago. The standing ovation brings a smile to his face, and he waves to the fans before stepping up to the podium.
"Thank you so much, you're too kind."
The crowd continues to clap as he tries to quiet them with hand gestures.
"Thank you all so very much. You don't know how much this warm welcome means to me."
The "Z" chant from the upper deck spreads below and the room shakes with the rhythmic beat of the cheer and clapping.
"Thank you again. I know you would all love to hear me speak about what I've been up to the past 8 or 9 months, but now is not the time for that. I didn't come here to answer questions or speculate on things in GHW. I came here strictly to honor a genius.....my great friend, Matthew Oliveira."
The "Matt O." chants immediately begin, and they echo even louder than the "Z" chants a few seconds earlier.
"That's right, Matt O. has accomplished so much in his time in GHW, and it gives me the distinct pleasure to put him in a place where he belongs for eternity...the GHW Hall of Fame."
Zantazm pauses to reflect on Matt's career and time in GHW.
"I remember when Matt first came to GHW as a budding and eager talent. He was as green as the other blue-chip Fighty fighty persons we had sprouting left and right, but the Hardcore Genius was one step ahead. The brilliant words and the brutal conditions that he put himself through each week were awe-inspiring. It didn't take me long to realize that he wasn't going to turn out to be just any Fighty fighty person. His mind was filled with so many great ideas and innovations that I had no choice but to take him under my wing and make him my assistant. He did talent relations tasks and put in his input on numerous Tournaments and matches that were booked every month. This experience got him to understand the entire wrestling business, not just the physicality. Before I knew it, he was a co-General Manager and running the very successful Sunday Night Surge. His imprint on this show still lives today, and many GHW Superstars have been touched by his influence."
Zantazm pauses to look around the room and then continues.
"Let's not forget that Matt is an incredible Fighty fighty person."
"G-H-W" chants shower from the crowd, and Zantazm is forced to pause again for a moment with a huge grin on his face.
"Yes, Matt is a GHW Champion...and the sadistic and insane matches that he put himself through echo his heart and desire for this business. He risked life and limb to entertain the fans. He bled for all of you, and he did it with courage. He created the Hardcore Title with pride, and he won the first ever NeXuS match. Matt never ceased to amaze, and his in-ring legacy is untouchable. I was fortunate enough to see his work in person as he was a former tag team partner of mine. I cherished the opportunity to fight with him every single week, and I keep those memories close to me. Finally..."
Zantazm takes a drink from his water.
"Matthew is a helluva person. I can't begin to tell you how wonderful it is to know Matt behind the scenes and see and hear how he works. His heart is pure, and his intentions are real. He is a loyal friend of mine and I look forward to continuing a strong friendship with him in the indefinite future. I have always supported him in all his endeavors and that will not change. Matt is a legend....he is an enigma...he is a huge part of what GHW stands for...he is a innovative Fighty fighty person...he is a dedicated staff member...and he is my dear colleague and friend. These reasons are why I am humbled to induct Matt into the GHW Hall of Fame. Please, everyone, stand and welcome the Hardcore Genius himself, Matthew Oliveira."
Zantazm moves to the side of the podium toward the entrance area to welcome Matt. He claps his hands together while a proud smile radiates from his face.
TBC by Matt
"It's already been an amazing evening, but we still have two more inductees to bring you. That being said, the next presenter will come as a bit of a surprise to most of you, unless you caught the red carpet ceremonies earlier today. We haven't seen him in quite some time, but we're very excited to finally see him again. Ladies and Gentlemen, I proudly give to you all, the one and only, Zantazm!"
An instrumental version of "Bodies" by Drowning Pool begins to play as the audience rises to their feet to welcome Zantazm onto the stage. Chants of "Z" erupt from the upper deck as the eager fans await Zantazm's appearance. The black curtain on the side of the stage ruffles, and then, to everyone's delight, Zantazm emerges. He dons a traditional black tuxedo with a shiny black asgot tie. He looks to be in great shape, just the same way as he did before his departure months ago. The standing ovation brings a smile to his face, and he waves to the fans before stepping up to the podium.
"Thank you so much, you're too kind."
The crowd continues to clap as he tries to quiet them with hand gestures.
"Thank you all so very much. You don't know how much this warm welcome means to me."
The "Z" chant from the upper deck spreads below and the room shakes with the rhythmic beat of the cheer and clapping.
"Thank you again. I know you would all love to hear me speak about what I've been up to the past 8 or 9 months, but now is not the time for that. I didn't come here to answer questions or speculate on things in GHW. I came here strictly to honor a genius.....my great friend, Matthew Oliveira."
The "Matt O." chants immediately begin, and they echo even louder than the "Z" chants a few seconds earlier.
"That's right, Matt O. has accomplished so much in his time in GHW, and it gives me the distinct pleasure to put him in a place where he belongs for eternity...the GHW Hall of Fame."
Zantazm pauses to reflect on Matt's career and time in GHW.
"I remember when Matt first came to GHW as a budding and eager talent. He was as green as the other blue-chip Fighty fighty persons we had sprouting left and right, but the Hardcore Genius was one step ahead. The brilliant words and the brutal conditions that he put himself through each week were awe-inspiring. It didn't take me long to realize that he wasn't going to turn out to be just any Fighty fighty person. His mind was filled with so many great ideas and innovations that I had no choice but to take him under my wing and make him my assistant. He did talent relations tasks and put in his input on numerous Tournaments and matches that were booked every month. This experience got him to understand the entire wrestling business, not just the physicality. Before I knew it, he was a co-General Manager and running the very successful Sunday Night Surge. His imprint on this show still lives today, and many GHW Superstars have been touched by his influence."
Zantazm pauses to look around the room and then continues.
"Let's not forget that Matt is an incredible Fighty fighty person."
"G-H-W" chants shower from the crowd, and Zantazm is forced to pause again for a moment with a huge grin on his face.
"Yes, Matt is a GHW Champion...and the sadistic and insane matches that he put himself through echo his heart and desire for this business. He risked life and limb to entertain the fans. He bled for all of you, and he did it with courage. He created the Hardcore Title with pride, and he won the first ever NeXuS match. Matt never ceased to amaze, and his in-ring legacy is untouchable. I was fortunate enough to see his work in person as he was a former tag team partner of mine. I cherished the opportunity to fight with him every single week, and I keep those memories close to me. Finally..."
Zantazm takes a drink from his water.
"Matthew is a helluva person. I can't begin to tell you how wonderful it is to know Matt behind the scenes and see and hear how he works. His heart is pure, and his intentions are real. He is a loyal friend of mine and I look forward to continuing a strong friendship with him in the indefinite future. I have always supported him in all his endeavors and that will not change. Matt is a legend....he is an enigma...he is a huge part of what GHW stands for...he is a innovative Fighty fighty person...he is a dedicated staff member...and he is my dear colleague and friend. These reasons are why I am humbled to induct Matt into the GHW Hall of Fame. Please, everyone, stand and welcome the Hardcore Genius himself, Matthew Oliveira."
Zantazm moves to the side of the podium toward the entrance area to welcome Matt. He claps his hands together while a proud smile radiates from his face.
TBC by Matt
