10-10-2024, 10:30 AM
OOC: Dusting the rust off after quite a few years. Matt, hopefully I get to face off against Glory sooner rather than later 
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OFF CAMERA - SCW APOCALYPSE
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CHBK and Rayne shake hands as Rayne walks off camera. Jaina turns back to CHBK before turning to Rayne.
CHBK: “As for who faces Kirsten Scott, you’re going to have to wait.”
CHBK turns back to his locker room as the scene cuts away.
But Jaina quickly bolts after Rayne to get some insight as to why he’s here in SCW.
Jaina: Rayne, if you could spare a moment, that would be great.
Hearing my name spoken, turning around to face Jaina.
Rayne: As you asked so nicely, of course.
Raising a smile towards Jaina, who reciprocates.
Jaina: Thank you, Rayne. Firstly you’ve been retired from the wrestling business since 2017. Almost eight years out, what made you come back?
Running my hand over my stubbled chin, as i smiled at Jaina’s question.
Rayne: That’s a good question, Jaina. And to be honest, for most of those eight years, i haven’t missed it at all. But a change in personal circumstances, the realization that we only have one life to live. Sometimes it can be cut short right before your very eyes, which made me reconsider my retirement.
Adjusting my stance, i carried on explaining why i’ve decided to come back.
Rayne: You see, Jaina. I retired all those years ago on top of the world. I accomplished it all in wrestling, in my eyes. I had nothing left to give this industry, and in turn, it had nothing left to give me. But as i’ve gotten older it’s hit me that everything i achieved has in some way become tarnished. And that’s through no fault but my own. I’m not liked, Jaina and that’s fine. But one thing i can guarantee on my children’s lives, is that this will be my last run, no matter how long it lasts. One week, one month, one year, who knows.
Jaina: You noted a change in personal circumstances was one of the reasons why you wanted to return, can you go into more detail?
Grinning as i thought that might be something she’d pick up.
Rayne: Not really, Jaina, no. Over the years i’ve become quite private about my circumstances. Separating the ‘Rayne’ persona from my real life. So my circumstances will stay private.
Nodding as it seems she appreciates my honest reply.
Jaina: That’s understandable, Rayne. And might i say, a far cry from the man you once were. But with you returning to this business, SCW in general, was there any specific reason in your decision? Do you want a shot at the SCW World Championship, is that your goal?
Rayne: *Grinning as i answered* To be honest, Jaina, no the World Championship is not my goal. I always used to say that if you didn’t come into an establishment and immediately set your sights on the biggest prize that place has to offer, then what’s the point in being there? But i know my talents aren’t what they once were, and to be honest i’ll be lucky if i even get near a championship. The talent this company has to offer is the reason i chose to come out of retirement. I wanted to test myself against the absolute best this industry has.
Ten years ago, i used to be able to stack up against the likes of Glory Braddock, Angelica Jones, Brittany Lohan, Blake Mason, and Dr. Ian. And even though i didn’t win against the next two individuals, Lethal Weapon and Orlando Cruze, i’m sure they’ll say i gave them one hell of a fight. And now i stand here and can quite honestly say, i wouldn’t stand a chance against any of those i mentioned today.
Jaina: I have to say i’m shocked, hearing this come out of your mouth, Rayne. If the World Championship or any championship isn’t your goal in SCW, what is?
Rayne: Excitement, fulfilment and to find myself outside of being a husband and father. And like i already said, to test myself those are my goals, Jaina. I thank you for taking the time to ask me these questions, but i really must go.
Nodding as i offered Jaina my hand, which she duly accepted, as go our separate ways.
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OFF CAMERA - Dr. Fraser’s Office
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Walking through the reception door to Dr. Fraser’s offices, my eyes clocked a beauty the likes i’ve never seen before. Copious amounts of beautiful tattoos and long, silky blonde hair, luscious green eyes and the best part of her, that smile to die for. Walking past her as our eyes meet and we both smile, for once i’m speechless. Her beauty took my breath away and instead of wanting to see Dr. Fraser, i wanted to follow her and get to know her better.
But as i turned around and stood there staring at the anonymous beauty, i heard my name being mentioned.
“Mr. Luke Jacobs, good to see you again. Come into my office.” My concentration was broken by her words, as i turned round to face Dr. Fraser and shook her hand as she guided me into her office.
“Take your usual spot, Luke. How are you today?” Sitting down on the couch, as the doc sits down herself and looks over at me.
Part of me is still thinking of that beautiful woman in reception, but i needed to put my focus on my appointment with Dr. Fraser. “Not so good, Doc. Her face fills my dreams every night. I look at my kids and feel guilty that it should’ve been me, not her that died.”
Writing notes in her book, before looking up and asking me another question. “And why do you feel guilty like that, Luke? What’s prompting you to feel like your life is of less value than your Wife’s was?”
The tears begin flowing down my cheeks, recalling the night i took Marianne’s life. Dr. Fraser looking intensely at me, trying to gauge what i’m thinking. “I don’t know, doc. I just feel the kids would be better off with their mom and not me. I’m not as patient as she was with them. And it took me a long time to come around to their autism diagnosis, but not her. All she had to do was not use them as a weapon and everything would be fine.”
Realising i slipped up a little, i looked up at the Doctor’s reaction to what i said. “Accepting your children are autistic was never going to be something you could deal with quickly, Luke. More so in fathers, they tend not to ever come to terms with it. But the fact you did, says volumes about yourself, Luke.”
Wiping away the tears that streamed down my face, as she carried on. “But i want to touch on further with what you said at the end. That Marianne shouldn’t have used them as a weapon? I’m assuming you mean your kids?”
Looking over her, wondering how i go about explaining my slip-up. “We were going through troubles in our marriage. And i mentioned leaving her, but she turned around and used my boys as weapons to get her way. Told me if i did, i’d never have anything to do with them again as long as she lived.”
Taking a huge breath in, looking at Dr. Fraser’s expressions as she began putting two and two together. “Luke, are you saying what i think you’re saying?”
“Doc, to be honest, i think you’re putting two and two together and getting five. Someone confessed and was charged with it, they’re doing time for her murder. Whatever you’re thinking, you’ve certainly got the wrong end of the stick here.” Getting to my feet and walking over to her huge window which looks out over Florida.
“You’ve got a beautiful view of the city here, doc. I just hope you’re not here when Hurricane Milton hits?” Trying desperately to change the subject.
“Luke, we’re here to talk about you, not me. I’ll be long gone by the time the Hurricane reaches us, but i don’t think i have got the wrong end of the stick, as you say.” Turning round to face her, my eyes narrowed.
“I didn’t harm, Marianne. She was the mother of my children, she was my wife. Yes, she made a threat towards me, but that’s all it was. A thinly veiled threat.” Running my hands over my face as i walked back over to the couch.
“I’m sorry, Luke. I can see you cared for your wife, but what you’ve said here today, there’s something that isn’t sitting right with me. And just remember whatever you say during our time is confidential and i can’t discuss it. So if you did do something to your wife, you can tell me. It won’t go any further.” Looking over at her, rubbing my hands together contemplating on getting everything off my chest to her.
“I want to tell you, doc, i do. But my boys have lost their mother already, they can’t lose me now. They need me more than ever now. Not that they know it. Even though the feeling i’ve got is like a truck sitting on my chest. And i’m sure telling you what happened will remove that so-called truck, but it’ll also put my kids' future in the balance. They need me. They need the money i can bring in.” Nodding her head as i opened up.
“Luke, i get that. And is that why you’ve decided to go back to doing what you were best at?” Scratching my nose as i nodded in agreement.
“Do you think that’s wise? After all, it’s been what, eight years since you last competed competitively inside a squared circle? And with everything you’re shouldering right now. The truth about your wife’s last moments on this earth.” My anger reached boiling point as i snapped.
“I TOLD YOU ALREADY! THE PERSON WHO KILLED MY WIFE IS ALREADY IN PRISON! A CAREER CRIMINAL. SOMEONE THAT HAS HURT COUNTLESS FAMILIES ALREADY, LIKE OURS!!” Throwing the coffee table up against the wall, i tried huge deep breaths to control my anger just like she taught me. Turning around to see a frightened Doctor, i slumped onto the couch.
“I’m sorry, doc, i am. I haven’t dealt with anything and that’s the main reason i’m here. I’m not ready to divulge the entire truth to you right now. My mind is fractured and i need you to help me. PLEASE! Help me be a better person, help me become a better father for my kids. They’re the ones i’m living for right now. The air i breathe is to help them.” Taking a drink of water, even though she was still frightened as the receptionist rushed in after hearing the loud commotion. But Dr. Fraser ushered her away and told her everything was ok.
“Luke, for me to help you. You have to tell the absolute truth and 100% of it. Otherwise, your fractured mind will never heal. You’ll never be able to become a better person, a better father. You need to trust me with the truth.” Cracking my knuckles as i positioned myself upright on the couch.
“That’s the problem, doc. The only person i trusted, isn’t here anymore.” Solemnly looking over at her.
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ON CAMERA - Shoot
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You would think someone of my standing and what i’ve accomplished would probably whine about the opponent i’ve got for SCW Breakdown. But i’m not going to do that, because no matter how big you are or were, has no bearing on where you start in a new place.
So at the KeyBank Center in NYC, i restart my professional wrestling career after almost eight years out. I start my SCW career against Chase Upshaw. Do i know anything about him besides he’s just put in front of me to see if i’ll make it, no. Eight years ago someone like Chase Upshaw would be put in their place within mere seconds of that match starting. And although i’m confident, i know my powers aren’t what they once were. So, Chase, i am old as dirt. And you’re right in another thing, i’m never too old to learn and i’ll be learning every single day. I’m hoping i haven’t missed a beat, but we all know i have, but i’ll be doing everything i can to make sure you don’t get an upset win on Saturday. And winning against you won’t mean a damn thing, because even though i’m not as confident as i once was. I still expect myself to beat you. It just won’t be in five seconds, that’s all.
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OFF CAMERA - SCW APOCALYPSE
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CHBK and Rayne shake hands as Rayne walks off camera. Jaina turns back to CHBK before turning to Rayne.
CHBK: “As for who faces Kirsten Scott, you’re going to have to wait.”
CHBK turns back to his locker room as the scene cuts away.
But Jaina quickly bolts after Rayne to get some insight as to why he’s here in SCW.
Jaina: Rayne, if you could spare a moment, that would be great.
Hearing my name spoken, turning around to face Jaina.
Rayne: As you asked so nicely, of course.
Raising a smile towards Jaina, who reciprocates.
Jaina: Thank you, Rayne. Firstly you’ve been retired from the wrestling business since 2017. Almost eight years out, what made you come back?
Running my hand over my stubbled chin, as i smiled at Jaina’s question.
Rayne: That’s a good question, Jaina. And to be honest, for most of those eight years, i haven’t missed it at all. But a change in personal circumstances, the realization that we only have one life to live. Sometimes it can be cut short right before your very eyes, which made me reconsider my retirement.
Adjusting my stance, i carried on explaining why i’ve decided to come back.
Rayne: You see, Jaina. I retired all those years ago on top of the world. I accomplished it all in wrestling, in my eyes. I had nothing left to give this industry, and in turn, it had nothing left to give me. But as i’ve gotten older it’s hit me that everything i achieved has in some way become tarnished. And that’s through no fault but my own. I’m not liked, Jaina and that’s fine. But one thing i can guarantee on my children’s lives, is that this will be my last run, no matter how long it lasts. One week, one month, one year, who knows.
Jaina: You noted a change in personal circumstances was one of the reasons why you wanted to return, can you go into more detail?
Grinning as i thought that might be something she’d pick up.
Rayne: Not really, Jaina, no. Over the years i’ve become quite private about my circumstances. Separating the ‘Rayne’ persona from my real life. So my circumstances will stay private.
Nodding as it seems she appreciates my honest reply.
Jaina: That’s understandable, Rayne. And might i say, a far cry from the man you once were. But with you returning to this business, SCW in general, was there any specific reason in your decision? Do you want a shot at the SCW World Championship, is that your goal?
Rayne: *Grinning as i answered* To be honest, Jaina, no the World Championship is not my goal. I always used to say that if you didn’t come into an establishment and immediately set your sights on the biggest prize that place has to offer, then what’s the point in being there? But i know my talents aren’t what they once were, and to be honest i’ll be lucky if i even get near a championship. The talent this company has to offer is the reason i chose to come out of retirement. I wanted to test myself against the absolute best this industry has.
Ten years ago, i used to be able to stack up against the likes of Glory Braddock, Angelica Jones, Brittany Lohan, Blake Mason, and Dr. Ian. And even though i didn’t win against the next two individuals, Lethal Weapon and Orlando Cruze, i’m sure they’ll say i gave them one hell of a fight. And now i stand here and can quite honestly say, i wouldn’t stand a chance against any of those i mentioned today.
Jaina: I have to say i’m shocked, hearing this come out of your mouth, Rayne. If the World Championship or any championship isn’t your goal in SCW, what is?
Rayne: Excitement, fulfilment and to find myself outside of being a husband and father. And like i already said, to test myself those are my goals, Jaina. I thank you for taking the time to ask me these questions, but i really must go.
Nodding as i offered Jaina my hand, which she duly accepted, as go our separate ways.
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OFF CAMERA - Dr. Fraser’s Office
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Walking through the reception door to Dr. Fraser’s offices, my eyes clocked a beauty the likes i’ve never seen before. Copious amounts of beautiful tattoos and long, silky blonde hair, luscious green eyes and the best part of her, that smile to die for. Walking past her as our eyes meet and we both smile, for once i’m speechless. Her beauty took my breath away and instead of wanting to see Dr. Fraser, i wanted to follow her and get to know her better.
But as i turned around and stood there staring at the anonymous beauty, i heard my name being mentioned.
“Mr. Luke Jacobs, good to see you again. Come into my office.” My concentration was broken by her words, as i turned round to face Dr. Fraser and shook her hand as she guided me into her office.
“Take your usual spot, Luke. How are you today?” Sitting down on the couch, as the doc sits down herself and looks over at me.
Part of me is still thinking of that beautiful woman in reception, but i needed to put my focus on my appointment with Dr. Fraser. “Not so good, Doc. Her face fills my dreams every night. I look at my kids and feel guilty that it should’ve been me, not her that died.”
Writing notes in her book, before looking up and asking me another question. “And why do you feel guilty like that, Luke? What’s prompting you to feel like your life is of less value than your Wife’s was?”
The tears begin flowing down my cheeks, recalling the night i took Marianne’s life. Dr. Fraser looking intensely at me, trying to gauge what i’m thinking. “I don’t know, doc. I just feel the kids would be better off with their mom and not me. I’m not as patient as she was with them. And it took me a long time to come around to their autism diagnosis, but not her. All she had to do was not use them as a weapon and everything would be fine.”
Realising i slipped up a little, i looked up at the Doctor’s reaction to what i said. “Accepting your children are autistic was never going to be something you could deal with quickly, Luke. More so in fathers, they tend not to ever come to terms with it. But the fact you did, says volumes about yourself, Luke.”
Wiping away the tears that streamed down my face, as she carried on. “But i want to touch on further with what you said at the end. That Marianne shouldn’t have used them as a weapon? I’m assuming you mean your kids?”
Looking over her, wondering how i go about explaining my slip-up. “We were going through troubles in our marriage. And i mentioned leaving her, but she turned around and used my boys as weapons to get her way. Told me if i did, i’d never have anything to do with them again as long as she lived.”
Taking a huge breath in, looking at Dr. Fraser’s expressions as she began putting two and two together. “Luke, are you saying what i think you’re saying?”
“Doc, to be honest, i think you’re putting two and two together and getting five. Someone confessed and was charged with it, they’re doing time for her murder. Whatever you’re thinking, you’ve certainly got the wrong end of the stick here.” Getting to my feet and walking over to her huge window which looks out over Florida.
“You’ve got a beautiful view of the city here, doc. I just hope you’re not here when Hurricane Milton hits?” Trying desperately to change the subject.
“Luke, we’re here to talk about you, not me. I’ll be long gone by the time the Hurricane reaches us, but i don’t think i have got the wrong end of the stick, as you say.” Turning round to face her, my eyes narrowed.
“I didn’t harm, Marianne. She was the mother of my children, she was my wife. Yes, she made a threat towards me, but that’s all it was. A thinly veiled threat.” Running my hands over my face as i walked back over to the couch.
“I’m sorry, Luke. I can see you cared for your wife, but what you’ve said here today, there’s something that isn’t sitting right with me. And just remember whatever you say during our time is confidential and i can’t discuss it. So if you did do something to your wife, you can tell me. It won’t go any further.” Looking over at her, rubbing my hands together contemplating on getting everything off my chest to her.
“I want to tell you, doc, i do. But my boys have lost their mother already, they can’t lose me now. They need me more than ever now. Not that they know it. Even though the feeling i’ve got is like a truck sitting on my chest. And i’m sure telling you what happened will remove that so-called truck, but it’ll also put my kids' future in the balance. They need me. They need the money i can bring in.” Nodding her head as i opened up.
“Luke, i get that. And is that why you’ve decided to go back to doing what you were best at?” Scratching my nose as i nodded in agreement.
“Do you think that’s wise? After all, it’s been what, eight years since you last competed competitively inside a squared circle? And with everything you’re shouldering right now. The truth about your wife’s last moments on this earth.” My anger reached boiling point as i snapped.
“I TOLD YOU ALREADY! THE PERSON WHO KILLED MY WIFE IS ALREADY IN PRISON! A CAREER CRIMINAL. SOMEONE THAT HAS HURT COUNTLESS FAMILIES ALREADY, LIKE OURS!!” Throwing the coffee table up against the wall, i tried huge deep breaths to control my anger just like she taught me. Turning around to see a frightened Doctor, i slumped onto the couch.
“I’m sorry, doc, i am. I haven’t dealt with anything and that’s the main reason i’m here. I’m not ready to divulge the entire truth to you right now. My mind is fractured and i need you to help me. PLEASE! Help me be a better person, help me become a better father for my kids. They’re the ones i’m living for right now. The air i breathe is to help them.” Taking a drink of water, even though she was still frightened as the receptionist rushed in after hearing the loud commotion. But Dr. Fraser ushered her away and told her everything was ok.
“Luke, for me to help you. You have to tell the absolute truth and 100% of it. Otherwise, your fractured mind will never heal. You’ll never be able to become a better person, a better father. You need to trust me with the truth.” Cracking my knuckles as i positioned myself upright on the couch.
“That’s the problem, doc. The only person i trusted, isn’t here anymore.” Solemnly looking over at her.
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ON CAMERA - Shoot
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You would think someone of my standing and what i’ve accomplished would probably whine about the opponent i’ve got for SCW Breakdown. But i’m not going to do that, because no matter how big you are or were, has no bearing on where you start in a new place.
So at the KeyBank Center in NYC, i restart my professional wrestling career after almost eight years out. I start my SCW career against Chase Upshaw. Do i know anything about him besides he’s just put in front of me to see if i’ll make it, no. Eight years ago someone like Chase Upshaw would be put in their place within mere seconds of that match starting. And although i’m confident, i know my powers aren’t what they once were. So, Chase, i am old as dirt. And you’re right in another thing, i’m never too old to learn and i’ll be learning every single day. I’m hoping i haven’t missed a beat, but we all know i have, but i’ll be doing everything i can to make sure you don’t get an upset win on Saturday. And winning against you won’t mean a damn thing, because even though i’m not as confident as i once was. I still expect myself to beat you. It just won’t be in five seconds, that’s all.