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Destiny Discord Sept 24, 2013 22:13:41 GMT -5

Post by OrochiGeese on Sept 24, 2013 22:13:41 GMT -5

*The scene opens up to a small room with stone walls and wooden floors. There are lanterns lining the walls but do not provide very much light, probably because there is nothing around of any importance to see. This room almost seems designed to limit or restrain the senses. That suggestion is confirmed by the large figure on his knees engaged in prayer. Matthias, the no-longer entirely gentle giant of DESTINY, is meditating deeply and one can almost pick up sounds of 'wailing' coming from him.

Joachim walks into the room and places his right hand on Matthias' left shoulder.*

[Joachim:] "Brother, be at peace. We shall work through the shame."

*Matthias doesn't respond. Instead, he lets out another wail that is so disturbing that Joachim actually places his left hand over Matthias' mouth. Joachim studies him with a look of concern but then we hear a female voice off to the side.*

"This has gone beyond absurdity. He's becoming entirely too sensitive for the ebbs and flows of professional wrestling rivalries."

[Joachim:] "He is shamed, we are all shamed because we stood there as those heathens insulted our faith and way of life in front of the entire world at last month's Circuit show. Ruby, this is not about wrestling to him, it's about the sanctity of Destiny. "

[Ruby:] "You both need to learn this lesson. When it happens on a wrestling show, we play by the rules of the ring. And that means that when we are outmatched ten to four, we live to fight and preach another day. You two are still new to the sport, you don't get it. The Athrin that you defeated in a formal match in Kirin was not the same Athrin who was brandishing that blade while joined by nine other men. That Athrin ends careers. I'm not a fool, Joachim. You shouldn't be either. Every one of us has limitations when we are outnumbered. Having Destiny get broken in the ring would not have served our interests. It is true that our agenda in UBL has always been to advance Destiny but we do so by staying alive. And that means playing by the right set of rules, those designed so that we win with little risk to ourselves. That means...Matthias, are you listening to me!?"

*Ruby walks over to Matthias who is still wailing and slaps him on the face, waking him from his trance.*

[Ruby:] "You look at me when I'm talking to you. When I say that we stand down from a fight, we stand down. You don't argue, you just do it because I am the one equipped to make that call. I am the one who 'He' sent first into the world of professional wrestling so that we could learn the rules through my experiences and judgement. My light guides you. Joachim is the one 'He' sent around the world so that we could learn about people through his travels and interactions. And you are the one 'He' chose to stay here so you could become pure power to provide us with a weapon. Neither you nor Joachim question me when I say that we are outmatched at a wrestling show. And you sure as hell do not throw a giant temper tantrum that embarrasses me."

[Joachim:] "You were not the only one emb-"

[Ruby:] "I'm the Guiding Light of Destiny. How do you think my leadership appears when Matthias causes a black-out in my presence? It reflects discord. We can not have that if we expect the world to follow our ways. You know that, Matthias knows that, but I'm the only one who practices it. Now, Matthias, I have no earthly idea what has been wrong with you ever since 'that night' but you need to cut this misbehavior out right now. It's making headlines for all the wrong reasons. We were the model of dignity and now one of our most public members, who used to be a pillar of strength and self-control, is acting like a frenzied child."

*Ruby glares at Matthias who is currently rubbing the red mark that Ruby's slap left on his face moments ago. He is speechless for a few moments and then gets down on his knees and shouts loud enough for anyone in a 100 foot vicinity to hear.*

[Matthias:] "I HAVE FAILED YOU!!"

*Ruby rolls her eyes and then slaps him again.*

[Ruby:] "ENOUGH! This is exactly the type of over-reaction that I'm talking about. Control your emotions! You sicken me right now. I am removing you from all events until you learn to calm yourself. You two don't realize it but the entire wrestling world was laughing at him for shouting at the Battle-Tron at the Circuit show. He made it seem like it was witchcraft. We are supposed to be enlightened prophets, not frightened Luddites. We are supposed to be able to take criticism without flying off the handle."

[Joachim:] "Were you not objecting to Wingate's words as well?"

[Ruby:] "Not like a lunatic! I wasn't rolling around on the ramp smashing my bare fists against metal! I was using their words to illustrate how we are the victims of abuse. I was using rhetoric to show the world how UBL and others discriminate against us."

[Joachim:] "Rhetoric? That is why our problem is with you, Ruby, not Matthias. He feels everything he says. There is no over reaction, his words truly represent his emotions. He is Destiny through and through. But you-"

*Ruby rolls her eyes again and appears very frustrated.*

[Ruby:] "What a surprise? The 'Ruby is not a true Destiny member' card played yet again. I wouldn't be here if I didn't feel this movement, Joachim. And even if you doubt me, how do you dare doubt 'His' judgment in choosing me? You insult 'Him' worse then me with such allegations and it sickens me. Maybe I don't smear blood all over my body but I have never once doubted a word that has come out of 'His' mouth, unlike you do every day when you look down at me. And you have the nerve to call me out?"

*Joachim is silent for a few moments and looks down, clearly ashamed.*

[Ruby:] "Now, I need you listen to me. Matthias has lost any sense of self-control or self-respect."

[Joachim:] "Please do not judge him so harshly, he has unique circumstances."

[Ruby:] "Every time he fails, you've used that excuse. All of the times his mistakes have cost us significant gains, you still take his side. It only makes him and Destiny weaker. And I am getting sick of it. We both know that I could have chosen any one of my special projects to have taken the place of Matthias in our mission and we'd be much further along by now."

[Joachim:] "Jeff Monroe did not live up to expectations. He barely lasted a year before his enemies destroyed him."

[Ruby:] "A worthy sacrifice as his lesson is not forgotten. Monroe lives forever as a ghost that will haunt Orochi Geese, warning him against getting so angry that he could one day cripple someone again. Don't you think that lesson of restraint could come in use for us if Geese ever returns? Even Arthur Wingate recognized the brilliance of my Monroe plan. And I could have continued that type of guilt-based warfare taking out all of our most powerful enemies.

But, instead, i have to take time out of my wrestling career to clean up Matthias' messes because of who he is."

[Joachim:] "It is not his fault that you failed to defeat Visper Karr at Immortal. It is not his fault that you cheated Kat Black years ago and, as a result, can not overcome her spirit in matches this year. Matthias is not your scapegoat, nor is he Destiny's. 'His' blood runs through Matthias more deeply then anyone else, including you."

[Ruby:] "But not by design. Now get him out of here, you and I have useful work to do. And I'm tired of him getting in the way."

*Joachim places his hand gently on Matthias' shoulder and helps him up off the ground. Ruby opens the door and sees Elder Gustav walking outside. He approaches with a smile but frowns when he sees the uneven emotional state of Matthias.*

[Gustav:] "Another trauma is suffered by our brother?"

[Joachim:] "Yes, Elder. But in time, he will regain his balance through reflection."

[Gustav:] "Certainly he will. Would you allow me to attempt counsel?"

[Ruby:] "Yes, that would be wonderful. Thank you. Please take him off our hands as we have important business to attend to."

[Joachim:] "Not more important then aiding our brother."

[Ruby:] "And yet, we weren't able to do it, now were we?"

*Joachim looks uncomfortable*

[Joachim:] "You didn't try hard enough. I know that Elder Gustav will put in the full effort. Thank you."

*Joachim bows as Gustav smiles, walking a disappointed and muttering Matthias away. Joachim watches them walk away but starts talking to Ruby who is standing in back of him.*

[Joachim:] "Do not ever lay your hand on him again."

[Ruby:] "I will do as I please-"

*Joachim circles around to face Ruby with an expression that immediately silences her and causes her to look down. A few seconds later, she smiles which takes him off guard given her prior humbled reaction.*

[Joachim:] "What could possibly please you in this moment?"

[Ruby:] "After an entire month, it looks like you're finally ready to do this. I'll turn the camera on."

[Joachim:] "You...you riled me up just so that I can be angry during a wrestling promo?"

[Ruby:] "We have business to attend to and, unlike you and Matthias, I stick to our plans. Now get back in there so you can send the message to UBL and Matt Rivers that we discussed while you're still angry enough to make it meaningful."

*Joachim walks back into the room but is shaking his head in disgust as Ruby laughs.*

(PART 2 COMING SOON!)

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Destiny Discord Sept 30, 2013 23:20:54 GMT -5

Post by OrochiGeese on Sept 30, 2013 23:20:54 GMT -5

*Ruby and an agitated Joachim walk back into the aforementioned small room with wooden floors and stone walls. We see a table that either just appeared out of thin air or simply wasn't noted as part of the room description in the last RP. On the table is two objects: a camera laying on it which Ruby picks up, and the King of Kirin World Title Belt that Joachim places on his shoulder. Ruby directs Joachim to stand by one of the lanterns and gives a thumbs-up, indicating that the camera is now on.

You are watching the resulting video after it has been sent to UBL headquarters and posted online with their other promos.*

[Joachim:] "My name is Joachim. I am the King of Kirin World Champion and this message is addressed to the Universal Battle League's NEXUS Champion, Matthew Rivers. Matthew, the time has come for our paths to finally cross. During August's Circuit Show, we came upon each other from a far. While our mutual allies locked onto the potential for violence, you and I took a different route. Rather then threaten to physically confront each other, we each performed a visual measurement."

*Joachim pauses but his eyes focus more on the camera.*

[Joachim:] "You came up short in my estimation. When we locked eyes, neither of us budged. But the story that your focus told was one that is quite familiar to me: Confusion and fear. You didn't understand me and that frightens you. To your credit, very few people truly do grasp my being. And I have gotten used to those that simply can not figure me out and are alarmed that I do not fit neatly into their preconceived notions. So I was able to immediately recognize that reaction when I saw it in you.

Perhaps my way of life disturbs you or my wrestling style is too unorthodox. Perhaps you do not understand why I have chosen the close company that I have given my personality differences with those such as Ruby Moreno or Matthias.

Whatever the reason, the result was clear. I doubt your discomfort would have allowed you to linger in the same place as me for much longer if it was not for you wanting to appear to back up your allies.

You're known for that, aren't you? Sticking by your allies. If there has been one consistent narrative over the last few years of the UBL, despite all of the changes it has undergone, it is of Matthew Rivers: the hero."

*Joachim frames his hands as if he were reading the words on a Hollywood movie display.*

[Joachim:] "Yes, the heroic Matthew Rivers saved the Universal Battle League: if my understanding of their reported history is correct. You singlehandedly drove off Jinchuu and put the spirit back into the little promotion that could."

*Joachim slowly claps then dusts his palms off in disgust.*

[Joachim:] "You did none of that. It was Destiny who drew first blood against Jinchuu. For those with short memories, recall Battle Formation in 2011 when I called out Jakob of Furis ahead of time. He then met me in the ring, after I had already disposed of Bai Hu in a twenty minute match, and threatened me. Matthias and I were the first ones to ward off and dominate Furis. In doing so, we drew first blood on the rampaging Jinchuu. What constituted your victories against Jinchuu? Getting to the ring well after your ally was burned? Certainly nothing worthy of the Jinchu-killer status that everyone gives you.

While I still do not approve of her actions, Sister Ruby's exploding cage antics struck more fear into the UBL then anything that Jinchuu had done up to that point. When Walker took out Geese and Thunder Strike, that was seen as a relief by many on the roster. They weren't heroes, no one truly lamented their injuries. Sword and Athrin though, they were respected. So what Ruby did, in Destiny's name, made Jinchuu's threat look like that of the fly that it was. What did you do to stop her, Matthew Rivers?

Just what was Matthew Rivers doing during the whole of 2010? Little of import. You finally adequately defended the Field Leader Title that was first handed to you by Drake Yoshida. No, I do not question your basic competency in the ring because you have proven it over time. But your impact on history during that tumultuous era was but a footnote. It wasn't you who saved the UBL or defeated Jinchuu. Orochi Geese finished off Jinchuu by defeating Kyle Walker. Orochi Geese saved the UBL by realizing he was poison to it and sold it to Wingate, a lesser toxin. In fact, it wasn't until Geese sold the UBL that any spirit returned to it. You honestly think the entire roster was so memorized by your wins over RYOMA and Lucha La Barba that they were beset by rapture thinking they had been saved by you? Only a self-deluded fool would believe such a thing or allow others to speak of it in that way. You may not have a big ego when it comes to taking credit, but I don't hear you setting the record straight. You've always been content to allow others to do your public relations while you appear humble. True humility would demand you to call into question any claims of your accomplishments that are not backed by evidence. You do no such thing.

UBL was saved by it being sold, pure and simple. What you did up to that point was minimal. I would also like to point out that it was Mr. Clyde and Mr. Figaro who thwarted the secretive and radical Jinchuu plans long held by James Ward and Cosmic KID. I doubt you even knew about that plot, Rivers: most of the world doesn't, for that matter."

*Joachim lets out a hint of a smile.*

[Joachim:] "Yes, we had cameras in the Jinchuu warehouse headquarters. Walker and Ward were too dumb to see them and KID was only there once. We were watching Jinchuu that entire time...and laughing at them. I still do not know if Kyle Walker's insanity is more of a threat to others then his stupidity is a threat to himself. But I'll leave that question for another day."

*Joachim's stoic expression returns.*

[Joachim:] "So where does that leave Matthew Rivers? Why would a man who did so little be given credit for so much? Like the pied piper, Rivers is a fairy tale. Drake Yoshida and Arthur Wingate used Matthew to underwrite their risky move to England. European wrestling fans enjoy a certain style that fans and rivals of Matthew Rivers share, so the narrative of Matthew Rivers as a hero led to him becoming the focal point of UBL out of necessity to keep it in business. Not only would he be seen as a competent wrestler, but one that other wrestlers would travel to England to face because he also had a 'heart of a hero.'"

*A female laugh is heard off screen*.

[Joachim:] "It was a brilliant marketing move but it ignored one crucial fact: What happens when Matthew Rivers is exposed for what he really is? A wrestler with high technical proficiency but no ability to truly defend the promotion and Championship.

And how could he? What type of experience does he really have? Here we have a man who boasted about staying on the Front Lines just so he could wrestle people of different international styles. And yet, why did Matthew not actually go around the world himself? The two are not the same. You can not learn vicariously in the wrestling ring, you have to learn from experience.

It is not enough to face a castoff lucha wrestler in New York City, you must face an authentic one in Mexico. That is what I did. For years until I surfaced publicly, I wandered the world. I learned about the different customs of people, their deeply held beliefs, and how the two merged with combat styles from different regions of the world. There is not a style of fighting that I am unfamiliar with or a mystical philosophy that i have not dabbled in to some extent to become well versed in.

Matthew Rivers is sheltered and has been content to enjoy his cushy position in the UBL. From the very beginning, they rewarded him with the Field Leader position with no requirement of doing anything beyond knowing how to deliver a crisp backdrop or cinch in a choke. He became comfortable, he became lazy, and he began to stagnate.

And the UBL stagnates with him. We all know the promotion does not operate on a full time basis for big shows. Therefore, he can keep his Title for at least 3 more months before either Corey O'Brian or RYOMA finally move past each other to face him. So what does Matthew do? He acts like he's a fighting champion yet doesn't put his Title on the line: the ultimate in cowardice. His excuse is that he wants to respect Corey and RYOMA. If you want to respect them, Matthew, you'll prove that you are the deserved Champion by the time one of them faces you. Granting non-title matches with no real risk is the most disrespectful thing you can do to your opponents and promotion. But we both know this isn't about respecting them, there's something else at work."

*Joachim places his hand near the lantern, allowing himself to feel the burn of the fire.*

[Joachim:] "Matthew Rivers is afraid of taking real risks associated with uncertain outcomes that come with the big decisions in life. He no longer has the initiative to try new and challenging things. His path is blocked because he is afraid of what will come that he can not measure in advance. And that is why he recoiled when he saw me last month. I am a man who is open to anything *Joachim puts his hand closer to the fire, visibly wincing at the pain*, even pain and defeat. I am not afraid of uncertainty, I am not afraid of what lies ahead on my path. I am only afraid of limiting my path due to fear itself.

But Matthew Rivers' fatal flaw, the reason why he will never truly be remembered as one of the greats, is that fear of risk and uncertainty. That is why he wrestles non-title matches against mystery opponents. It's not a real risk when you know that, even if you lose, you still keep your Title. A real Champion would have faced Scott Cramer, or anyone from the back, with the Title on the line. A real Champion would have demanded to face Corey O'Brian within days of his return. A real Champion would respond to my incendiary words within a day. A real Champion is unafraid of the consequences, even ones that he does not foresee or knows will test him. But Rivers is afraid of the very challenges that will make him grow as a wrestler and a person."

*Joachim places his entire arm into the fire. He grits his teeth as his eyes stare into the camera. He finally takes it out, admires the burn, and continues talking as if nothing happened.*

[Joachim:] "You can hide behind your promise to not defend the Title knowing that RYOMA and Corey won't have resolution for months. Or you can be a true Champion and put your Title on the line against me. I can no longer ignore you knowing that you possess a Championship that your cowardice renders you unfit to hold. There are many great World Champions, you are not one of them. Tiger Sword and I do not see eye to eye, but I do not question his FPCPP World Title legitimacy or desire to fight."

*Joachim takes out a small piece of paper from his back pocket.*

[Joachim:] You have always been a paper champion, Matthew."

*Joachim places the paper into the same fire he placed his arm into. The paper is immediately incinerated.*

[Joachim:] "And the Guiding Light of Destiny will blaze my path directly through you."

*Joachim stares at the camera for a few seconds until Ruby turns it off.*

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