Post by Deleted on Jul 2, 2014 4:55:12 GMT -5
Ain’t it funny how time slips away?
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SCENE 001
- June 21st, 2014
- Boise, Idaho
- Outside Of Arena
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We open outside of the arena, where Dream Catcher is drawing near. We settle in on a familiar black El Camino sitting in the parking lot. After a few moments, “Soulfire” Justin Tyger steps out of the car, shutting the door as he stares at the building where he will soon make his return to wrestling. He brings his hands up to his face, rubbing his eyes and cheeks before he stops, keeping his hands over his mouth as he looks at the arena, eyes darting back and forth as his nervousness and anxiety begins to take him over. He turns back to his car, throwing his arms on top of the hood and lays his head on top of them. He taps the toe of his boot on the ground rapidly as the sound of his heavy breathing fills the air. He raises his head and arm up, supporting his head with his hand as he stares off into the distance. He mumbles to himself briefly before using his free hand to drop his fist on the roof.
Justin "soulfire" Tyger
What the hell are you thinkin’ man, you can’t do this.
Tyger runs both of his hands through his hair, back and forth, as his eyes grow wider. He settles his hands on the back of his head, grabbing at his hair as he turns around and leans his back on the car. He throws his head back and covers his face with his hands. He drops his hands and leans forward as he digs in his pocket for his phone. He brings it to his face and clicks around, before sighing and dropping his hands.
Justin "soulfire" Tyger
Gaa, you can’t… Dammit man.
Tyger puts his phone back in his pocket as he stares at the building again, his breathing becoming heavier, to the point he’s almost gasping for air. He looks to the left and right several times, almost uncontrollably, with a pained look on his face. He closes his eyes and takes a few deep breaths, before smacking the door of his car with both his heads and he begins to walk towards the building, muttering to himself the entire way.
Justin "soulfire" Tyger
Screw it man, you got this… You can do this man… Come on, this ain’t nothin’.
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SCENE 002
- June 21st, 2014
- Boise, Idaho
- Backstage Area
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We fade back open backstage of Dream Catcher. Cheering of the fans and the slamming of the ring can be heard in the distance. A big slam is heard, before the fans count to three and cheer.
Christina Adina
And the winner of this match, Justin Tyger!
“Too Hot” by Loverboy fills the air as the fans cheer. After a few moments, Justin Tyger stumbles in through the curtains. He stops as he looks around and puts his hands over his mouth. He runs over to a trash can in the corner, throwing up as soon as he reaches it. He wrenches his hands around the rim as he coughs and gags. He takes several breaths, settling himself as he places his left hand on his forehead, rubbing his temples as he regains his composure. He pulls himself up and away from the trash can, as he looks around coughing. He rubs the back of his neck nervously as he quickly walks away staring at the ground, ignoring the people staring at him and asking if he’s ok.
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SCENE 003
- Lebanon, TN
- Bedroom Of Justin Tyger
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We open back inside the bedroom inside the home of Tyger. The morning sunlight floods the quiet room, as we turn to see Tyger and his girlfriend Amy Cooke asleep in the bed. After a moment, Amy begins to stir, slowly waking up. She sits up in the bed, rubbing her eyes before she reaches over and shakes Tyger’s shoulder, waking him up. Tyger grunts and groans as he shuffles around, showing extreme soreness following his return to wrestling. Amy looks with sadness in her eyes as Tyger sighs and throws back the cover on top of him. He slowly rises up and sits up on the side of the bed, moaning the entire way up, pain painted on his face. He winces as he straightens out his back, sending several cracking noises throughout the room. He lets out a burst of air as he lays his arms on his knees and hunches down, staring at the floor. Amy crawls across the bed to him, wrapping her arms around him and laying her head on his shoulder.
Amy Cooke
I didn’t miss this whole routine, you know.
Justin "soulfire" Tyger
I know, I sure didn’t either.
Amy Cooke
I wish you wouldn’t do this.
Justin "soulfire" Tyger
Yeah, I know… I just... This is something I just gotta do. I just got to.
Amy Cooke
How long are you gonna do this to yourself?
Justin "soulfire" Tyger
I don’t know… ‘Til things get done I guess.
The two sit in silence for a moment, as Amy stares down, as she tries to will herself into asking her next question.
Amy Cooke
You… Have… Have you had any of those dreams since this? You finally got those to stop when you quit.
Justin "soulfire" Tyger
…No, none so far. Even if they do I’ll be fine. Dealt with those for 20 years, they ain’t killed me yet.
Tyger kisses Amy’s hand over him, before he slowly begins to stand up, groaning as his knees crack and pop while he rises. His left leg buckles, as his surgically replaced knee catches under him. He steadies himself on the side of the bed, before he walks off, leaving Amy sitting in the bed staring at him sadly as he walks and grunts.
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SCENE 004
- Nashville, TN
- Outside Of Bar
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We fade to the parking lot outside of a bar, where we find Tyger and Amy sitting on the hood of Tyger’s El Camino. They talk and laugh while waiting, before a car pulls up and parks beside them. Tyger’s friend Chris Danielson pops out smiling as Tyger and Amy stand up. Danielson pats Tyger on the back and wraps his arm around him laughing, which causes Tyger to wince in pain.
Chris "mercennario" Danielson
Look who we have here! I guess we have to call you winner again, huh?
Justin "soulfire" Tyger
Careful with me Merc, I might be a winner but I’m a sore as hell winner.
Chris "mercennario" Danielson
Oh, I forgot, the winner’s an old man now. You gotta make sure to take care of him for me, Amy.
Amy Cooke
Oh I know it, you shoulda heard him getting out of bed this morning. He sounded terrible.
Chris "mercennario" Danielson
That old man inside of you is dying, Tyger! He might break a hip or something, man.
The three laugh, before Tyger grabs Danielson in a headlock.
Justin "soulfire" Tyger
I might be an old man but I can still kick your ass, Merc. How about we continue this Roast Of Tyger inside, eh?
The three begin walking towards the bar as Amy grabs onto Tyger’s hand. Merc notices and looks up at Tyger and extends his hand.
Chris "mercennario" Danielson
What, no love for Merc?!
Tyger laughs as he pushes Merc away from them. Merc stumbles away as they reach the bar and walk inside.
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SCENE 005
- Inside Of Bar Later That Night.
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We go inside of the bar later that night, finding Tyger, Danielson, and Amy sitting at a table. Tyger and Amy sip their beers, while Danielson palms his root beer. The three talk and laugh before Amy stands up.
Amy Cooke
I gotta pee, don’t get into too much trouble before I get back.
Amy walks off into the crowd, leaving Tyger and Danielson sitting in silence, drinking from their bottles. Merc looks over at Tyger, tapping his arm with the backside of his hand.
Chris "mercennario" Danielson
How you feeling, Tyger? Honestly.
Justin "soulfire" Tyger
Honestly? I feel like crap, Merc. I mighta missed wrestlin’ but I didn’t miss this part of it.
Chris "mercennario" Danielson
You going to make it? I’m just joking with you about being old but you do gotta start worrying about that stuff.
Justin "soulfire" Tyger
I hear ya brother, but I’ll be fine, nothin’ I can’t handle. I’ve been dealing with it for 20 years now, I just gotta get used to it again, you know, but I’ll be just fine when I do.
Chris "mercennario" Danielson
How’s that knee holding up?
Justin "soulfire" Tyger
It’s good, dude. Ain’t gave me a reason to worry yet.
Chris "mercennario" Danielson
You better listen if it does, you can’t mess with that. That’ll really screw you up if you don-…
Danielson stops talking as he notices Amy making her way back to the table.
Amy Cooke
What y’all do?!
Justin "soulfire" Tyger
Oh don’t worry about it, Merc sweet talked the police officers away. We’re in the clear.
Chris "mercennario" Danielson
Why do I always have to be the one that flashes my leg and sweet talks us out of trouble?!
Justin "soulfire" Tyger
‘Cause if I did it I’d just get us in more trouble! Can’t nobody deny them some Merc!
The three laugh while they all take a gulp from their drinks. A band walks up onto the stage at the back of the bar and begins to play music as groups of people walk to the dance floor and dance. The three watch them and listen, as Danielson starts grinning and stands up, grabbing Tyger.
Chris "mercennario" Danielson
You’re wrestling again, we’re in a bar again, it’s just like the good old days! That means we have to continue our old tradition!
Justin "soulfire" Tyger
Oh dear Lord Merc, I’m too old and not near drunk enough for that crap.
Danielson pulls Tyger out of his seat and to the floor. The two begin dancing as Tyger looks back at Amy, eyes wide and sighing. Amy laughs and shakes her head as she takes a drink from her beer and watches the two.
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SCENE 006
- Journal.
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Well, I did it. I’m back. This is just the start though. My goal isn’t completed by any means, but at Dream Catcher I put my redemption into motion. Not only did I win in my first match back, I furthered myself in the National Championship Tournament. I guess I can’t count any chickens before they hatch here, I still have several matches and a title to win to get what I want, and who knows what will happen between here and now, but it puts me at a bit of ease to know that I can still get it done out there. All honesty? My confidence was shot. I don’t know if my confidence had ever been that low before, but with that win, it’s starting to come back. That fire in my soul is starting to get more oxygen and starting to burn brighter, burn hotter. I ain’t all together, but I’m getting there. Maybe I can actually do this. Wouldn’t that be crazy? I don’t know if I can, but damn, it’s starting to look a little better, eh? Don’t start counting me out just yet. Well, maybe I should say I shouldn’t start counting myself out yet. Probably should get around to getting that done soon. Though, I guess I need to focus on the task at hand right now. The National Title is in the future. I can’t let that control me right now. I got some more proving to do to everyone, and to myself, before we get back to that.
At Twisted I’m up against Jayson Garrett, another young kid, so even though this isn’t a tournament match I ain’t getting cut a break here. Everyone in my match with Pepe talked about how much younger and faster and all that jazz he was than me. I think I proved last week that none of that matters against me. Jayson if you think you have some type of advantage over me, you probably shouldn’t start fooling yourself there. Sure, maybe you’re younger than me. Hell, maybe you’re even faster than me, but don’t think that that cancels out experience. Don’t think that cancels out skill. I’ve been around the world and back again, which is something you don’t have right now. I’ve got the tricks, I’ve got the knowledge. As I proved at Dream Catcher, that trumps everything.
Don’t get me wrong, Jayson. You’re good. You’ve got a future ahead of you, but that’s in the future. That ain’t right now. Right now? This is my time. This is my time to obtain that redemption that I’ve been seeking for eight years now. Someday it’ll be your day, someday you won’t be the future anymore, someday you’ll be great, but right now? It’s me. You’re good, you’re gonna be great someday, but right now, you ain’t, and I am. You’re good, you’re fast, you’re strong, but I am just that much better. You might not realize it now, but at Twisted, when you feel the fire in my soul. When you experience that flame first hand, there will be no question in your mind.
May the best man win at Twisted. Maybe someday that’ll be you Jayson, but right now? It’s me.
Huh. Haven’t said that in a long time.
~”Soulfire” Justin Tyger
SCENE 001
- June 21st, 2014
- Boise, Idaho
- Outside Of Arena
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We open outside of the arena, where Dream Catcher is drawing near. We settle in on a familiar black El Camino sitting in the parking lot. After a few moments, “Soulfire” Justin Tyger steps out of the car, shutting the door as he stares at the building where he will soon make his return to wrestling. He brings his hands up to his face, rubbing his eyes and cheeks before he stops, keeping his hands over his mouth as he looks at the arena, eyes darting back and forth as his nervousness and anxiety begins to take him over. He turns back to his car, throwing his arms on top of the hood and lays his head on top of them. He taps the toe of his boot on the ground rapidly as the sound of his heavy breathing fills the air. He raises his head and arm up, supporting his head with his hand as he stares off into the distance. He mumbles to himself briefly before using his free hand to drop his fist on the roof.
Justin "soulfire" Tyger
What the hell are you thinkin’ man, you can’t do this.
Tyger runs both of his hands through his hair, back and forth, as his eyes grow wider. He settles his hands on the back of his head, grabbing at his hair as he turns around and leans his back on the car. He throws his head back and covers his face with his hands. He drops his hands and leans forward as he digs in his pocket for his phone. He brings it to his face and clicks around, before sighing and dropping his hands.
Justin "soulfire" Tyger
Gaa, you can’t… Dammit man.
Tyger puts his phone back in his pocket as he stares at the building again, his breathing becoming heavier, to the point he’s almost gasping for air. He looks to the left and right several times, almost uncontrollably, with a pained look on his face. He closes his eyes and takes a few deep breaths, before smacking the door of his car with both his heads and he begins to walk towards the building, muttering to himself the entire way.
Justin "soulfire" Tyger
Screw it man, you got this… You can do this man… Come on, this ain’t nothin’.
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SCENE 002
- June 21st, 2014
- Boise, Idaho
- Backstage Area
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We fade back open backstage of Dream Catcher. Cheering of the fans and the slamming of the ring can be heard in the distance. A big slam is heard, before the fans count to three and cheer.
Christina Adina
And the winner of this match, Justin Tyger!
“Too Hot” by Loverboy fills the air as the fans cheer. After a few moments, Justin Tyger stumbles in through the curtains. He stops as he looks around and puts his hands over his mouth. He runs over to a trash can in the corner, throwing up as soon as he reaches it. He wrenches his hands around the rim as he coughs and gags. He takes several breaths, settling himself as he places his left hand on his forehead, rubbing his temples as he regains his composure. He pulls himself up and away from the trash can, as he looks around coughing. He rubs the back of his neck nervously as he quickly walks away staring at the ground, ignoring the people staring at him and asking if he’s ok.
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SCENE 003
- Lebanon, TN
- Bedroom Of Justin Tyger
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We open back inside the bedroom inside the home of Tyger. The morning sunlight floods the quiet room, as we turn to see Tyger and his girlfriend Amy Cooke asleep in the bed. After a moment, Amy begins to stir, slowly waking up. She sits up in the bed, rubbing her eyes before she reaches over and shakes Tyger’s shoulder, waking him up. Tyger grunts and groans as he shuffles around, showing extreme soreness following his return to wrestling. Amy looks with sadness in her eyes as Tyger sighs and throws back the cover on top of him. He slowly rises up and sits up on the side of the bed, moaning the entire way up, pain painted on his face. He winces as he straightens out his back, sending several cracking noises throughout the room. He lets out a burst of air as he lays his arms on his knees and hunches down, staring at the floor. Amy crawls across the bed to him, wrapping her arms around him and laying her head on his shoulder.
Amy Cooke
I didn’t miss this whole routine, you know.
Justin "soulfire" Tyger
I know, I sure didn’t either.
Amy Cooke
I wish you wouldn’t do this.
Justin "soulfire" Tyger
Yeah, I know… I just... This is something I just gotta do. I just got to.
Amy Cooke
How long are you gonna do this to yourself?
Justin "soulfire" Tyger
I don’t know… ‘Til things get done I guess.
The two sit in silence for a moment, as Amy stares down, as she tries to will herself into asking her next question.
Amy Cooke
You… Have… Have you had any of those dreams since this? You finally got those to stop when you quit.
Justin "soulfire" Tyger
…No, none so far. Even if they do I’ll be fine. Dealt with those for 20 years, they ain’t killed me yet.
Tyger kisses Amy’s hand over him, before he slowly begins to stand up, groaning as his knees crack and pop while he rises. His left leg buckles, as his surgically replaced knee catches under him. He steadies himself on the side of the bed, before he walks off, leaving Amy sitting in the bed staring at him sadly as he walks and grunts.
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SCENE 004
- Nashville, TN
- Outside Of Bar
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We fade to the parking lot outside of a bar, where we find Tyger and Amy sitting on the hood of Tyger’s El Camino. They talk and laugh while waiting, before a car pulls up and parks beside them. Tyger’s friend Chris Danielson pops out smiling as Tyger and Amy stand up. Danielson pats Tyger on the back and wraps his arm around him laughing, which causes Tyger to wince in pain.
Chris "mercennario" Danielson
Look who we have here! I guess we have to call you winner again, huh?
Justin "soulfire" Tyger
Careful with me Merc, I might be a winner but I’m a sore as hell winner.
Chris "mercennario" Danielson
Oh, I forgot, the winner’s an old man now. You gotta make sure to take care of him for me, Amy.
Amy Cooke
Oh I know it, you shoulda heard him getting out of bed this morning. He sounded terrible.
Chris "mercennario" Danielson
That old man inside of you is dying, Tyger! He might break a hip or something, man.
The three laugh, before Tyger grabs Danielson in a headlock.
Justin "soulfire" Tyger
I might be an old man but I can still kick your ass, Merc. How about we continue this Roast Of Tyger inside, eh?
The three begin walking towards the bar as Amy grabs onto Tyger’s hand. Merc notices and looks up at Tyger and extends his hand.
Chris "mercennario" Danielson
What, no love for Merc?!
Tyger laughs as he pushes Merc away from them. Merc stumbles away as they reach the bar and walk inside.
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SCENE 005
- Inside Of Bar Later That Night.
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We go inside of the bar later that night, finding Tyger, Danielson, and Amy sitting at a table. Tyger and Amy sip their beers, while Danielson palms his root beer. The three talk and laugh before Amy stands up.
Amy Cooke
I gotta pee, don’t get into too much trouble before I get back.
Amy walks off into the crowd, leaving Tyger and Danielson sitting in silence, drinking from their bottles. Merc looks over at Tyger, tapping his arm with the backside of his hand.
Chris "mercennario" Danielson
How you feeling, Tyger? Honestly.
Justin "soulfire" Tyger
Honestly? I feel like crap, Merc. I mighta missed wrestlin’ but I didn’t miss this part of it.
Chris "mercennario" Danielson
You going to make it? I’m just joking with you about being old but you do gotta start worrying about that stuff.
Justin "soulfire" Tyger
I hear ya brother, but I’ll be fine, nothin’ I can’t handle. I’ve been dealing with it for 20 years now, I just gotta get used to it again, you know, but I’ll be just fine when I do.
Chris "mercennario" Danielson
How’s that knee holding up?
Justin "soulfire" Tyger
It’s good, dude. Ain’t gave me a reason to worry yet.
Chris "mercennario" Danielson
You better listen if it does, you can’t mess with that. That’ll really screw you up if you don-…
Danielson stops talking as he notices Amy making her way back to the table.
Amy Cooke
What y’all do?!
Justin "soulfire" Tyger
Oh don’t worry about it, Merc sweet talked the police officers away. We’re in the clear.
Chris "mercennario" Danielson
Why do I always have to be the one that flashes my leg and sweet talks us out of trouble?!
Justin "soulfire" Tyger
‘Cause if I did it I’d just get us in more trouble! Can’t nobody deny them some Merc!
The three laugh while they all take a gulp from their drinks. A band walks up onto the stage at the back of the bar and begins to play music as groups of people walk to the dance floor and dance. The three watch them and listen, as Danielson starts grinning and stands up, grabbing Tyger.
Chris "mercennario" Danielson
You’re wrestling again, we’re in a bar again, it’s just like the good old days! That means we have to continue our old tradition!
Justin "soulfire" Tyger
Oh dear Lord Merc, I’m too old and not near drunk enough for that crap.
Danielson pulls Tyger out of his seat and to the floor. The two begin dancing as Tyger looks back at Amy, eyes wide and sighing. Amy laughs and shakes her head as she takes a drink from her beer and watches the two.
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SCENE 006
- Journal.
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Well, I did it. I’m back. This is just the start though. My goal isn’t completed by any means, but at Dream Catcher I put my redemption into motion. Not only did I win in my first match back, I furthered myself in the National Championship Tournament. I guess I can’t count any chickens before they hatch here, I still have several matches and a title to win to get what I want, and who knows what will happen between here and now, but it puts me at a bit of ease to know that I can still get it done out there. All honesty? My confidence was shot. I don’t know if my confidence had ever been that low before, but with that win, it’s starting to come back. That fire in my soul is starting to get more oxygen and starting to burn brighter, burn hotter. I ain’t all together, but I’m getting there. Maybe I can actually do this. Wouldn’t that be crazy? I don’t know if I can, but damn, it’s starting to look a little better, eh? Don’t start counting me out just yet. Well, maybe I should say I shouldn’t start counting myself out yet. Probably should get around to getting that done soon. Though, I guess I need to focus on the task at hand right now. The National Title is in the future. I can’t let that control me right now. I got some more proving to do to everyone, and to myself, before we get back to that.
At Twisted I’m up against Jayson Garrett, another young kid, so even though this isn’t a tournament match I ain’t getting cut a break here. Everyone in my match with Pepe talked about how much younger and faster and all that jazz he was than me. I think I proved last week that none of that matters against me. Jayson if you think you have some type of advantage over me, you probably shouldn’t start fooling yourself there. Sure, maybe you’re younger than me. Hell, maybe you’re even faster than me, but don’t think that that cancels out experience. Don’t think that cancels out skill. I’ve been around the world and back again, which is something you don’t have right now. I’ve got the tricks, I’ve got the knowledge. As I proved at Dream Catcher, that trumps everything.
Don’t get me wrong, Jayson. You’re good. You’ve got a future ahead of you, but that’s in the future. That ain’t right now. Right now? This is my time. This is my time to obtain that redemption that I’ve been seeking for eight years now. Someday it’ll be your day, someday you won’t be the future anymore, someday you’ll be great, but right now? It’s me. You’re good, you’re gonna be great someday, but right now, you ain’t, and I am. You’re good, you’re fast, you’re strong, but I am just that much better. You might not realize it now, but at Twisted, when you feel the fire in my soul. When you experience that flame first hand, there will be no question in your mind.
May the best man win at Twisted. Maybe someday that’ll be you Jayson, but right now? It’s me.
Huh. Haven’t said that in a long time.
~”Soulfire” Justin Tyger
I dont know good luck 
