Off camera

One day before Havoc

We open back at the Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort, Maniac is just leaving the hotel room that he, Lil Dicky, and all those fine young ladies shared. After the promotional video and the camera turned off, things got a little wild. Maniac’s head throbs as his hangover takes full effect, but he still stops at the bar. What’s better for a hangover than another drink? Maniac is in mid order when he sees Wolfy walk in through the mirror behind the bar, Maniac quickly spins around and gets up nearly falling down but manages to keep on his feet as he makes his way over to Wolfy.

Maniac: Wolfy?!?!? Dude, where have you been? I’ve been calling you, are you ok?

Wolfy is looking like a mess, his hair is longer, he is growing facial hair and smells of sweat, blood and mud and is looking exhausted and stressed to no end.

(Wolfy): I… I got my drink spiked the night at the bar… I don’t remember what happened…. I don’t remember anything  besides waking up in the woods… I’ve been walking for days in the woods looking for a way out.. I need a beer. I’m sorry..

Maniac eyes him suspiciously.

Maniac: What? What do you mean your drink got spiked the night at the bar? The last time you were at a bar was with me, and I didn’t spike your drink. What’s going on, dude? Did DreamMaster do something to you? To someone else?

The look of annoyance comes across Wolfy’s eyes however its gone in a flash.

(Wolfy): No I haven’t dealt with Dream master at all. Besides for the occasional nightmare of what happened to Erica, and of course not I’m not accusing you. I just assumed it was one of the fans that greeted us like they always do. Probably spiked me thinking they were funny, I guess the TV always told me to check my Halloween candy.

Wolfy sits down at the bar next to Maniac.

(Wolfy): Hey can I get a Fosters, or a Yuengling please? Heck I’m desperate I’ll even take a Budweiser if you don’t have either of those two.

The bartender nods and starts getting Wolfy his drink

(Wolfy): So what I miss man, anything new? I hope they didn’t cancel my match with Sean. I’m still ready to go.

Maniac nods and smiles, not letting on that he knows it’s the demon talking. Maniac sighs and shakes his head.

Maniac: Yeah, while it can be great doing what we do sometimes it has its drawbacks. Like meeting psycho fans that like to drug your drink. But, I think a crazy night or two in the woods is a constellation prize compared to how bad it could have been. Just saying pal, you could have ended up hogtied in some crazed fans basement.

Maniac shrugs as he lets out a chuckle.

Maniac: Just the usual, other companies taking shots at us, the typical promos from our fellow roster mates, I had an impromptu meeting with Stu-E after Havoc. Oh, and I met Lil Dicky and we did a promotional video for this coming Havoc. As for your match, no it’s still on everybody’s been wondering where you’ve been and if you were going to show up.

Wolfy chuckles.

(Wolfy): Locked in a basement… sounds like a weekend at Prof. Hoff’s house, and of course I’ll be there. One thing HWA fans know is I don’t disappoint when showing up to a fight, I’m excited to see how that match goes, I respect Sean but I know he probably still hates my guts, so it’ll be interesting.

The TV at the bar begins to play the news.

(Broadcaster): update to the local case in Ohio Jason William Smith, the man attacked by the vampire of the night. At 7:00 pm this evening Mr. Smith had another intruder in his property however this time it was the police. Police have found while investigating this so called Vampire that attacked him they found out Mr. Smith was a active dog fighter training the dogs the so called vampire was petting to fight other dogs for sport and entertainment.

Wolfy shakes his head

(Wolfy): I guess he got what was coming to him ey?

The TV then shows a picture of a sketched vampire looking very similar to Wolfy, suddenly Wolfy taps Maniacs shoulder getting his attention to look at him.

(Wolfy): So who is this Lil Dicky guy? I’m not very knowledgeable on celebrities these days, especially ones that don’t belong to a zoo, or the animal planet.

Maniac is only half listening to what Wolfy was saying as he watches the news report. Maniac’s eyes widen, and his mouth drops open as he sees the image and his brain makes the connections. This is DEFINITELY DreamMaster. When the demon possessed Maniac, it was cannibalism and now it’s vampirism. Suddenly, Maniac feels a tap on his shoulder, which causes him to jump. He turns and faces Wolfy.

Maniac: Who? Oh, Lil Dicky is a rapper who I ran into here and we hung out. Did a promotional video for Havoc, then afterward…

Quick flashes of the night before, the alcohol, the weed, the naked women… Maniac shakes it off and continues.

Maniac: We hung out and smoked a lot of weed and drank too much alcohol.

Wolfy looks at Maniac suspiciously for a second as if Wolfy could read his thoughts or emotions.

(Wolfy): Sounds like you got eagle powers that night. You didn’t trying flying off your balcony did you? HAHA!

Maniac laughs and takes a drink of his beer.

Maniac: Thankfully no, but housekeeping isn’t going to like the mess we left

Maniac laughs again as he takes a big swig.

Maniac: So, you ready for Sean? I’m sure he’s ready to pop out of somewhere and assassinate you.

(Wolfy): Oh yeah I'm ready. I respect Sean but I know he wants to get his hands on me. So I hope we can have our match and put the anger behind us and for us to move on.

A drunk fan starts wobbling over and grabs Wolfy by the shoulder.

(Drunk fan): Wolfyyy! where is the lizard?!

Wolfy grabs his hand tightly with his eyes becoming more serious as he stars into the mans eye for a second as if he's reading who this guy is and what he has done throughout his life. Wolfy then turns his serious frown into a smile and shakes his hand.

(Wolfy): How’s t going man? My lizard is back at my zoo, but trust me he's happy eating some yummy treats.

(drunk man): OOOOH RIGHT! Maniac! I'm such a fan maan!

The drunk man then leans down hugging Maniac from behind who laughs nervously and removes the drunk man’s arms off him.

Maniac: Hey, how’s it going? I’m glad you’re a fan.

Maniac then looks over at Wolfy.

Maniac: Hey, want to get out of here and hit a gym?

(Wolfy): sounds like a fun idea. I haven’t been today so I’m excited!

The two friends leave the drunken man and head to the gym as the scene transitions into the next, and when it clears up, we are at Iron Works Gym Biloxi LLC. Wolfy is lifting weights as Maniac spots him while the two are in mid conversation.

Maniac: I’m just saying we should be allowed to taze fans when they get too close, sometimes letting them know that they are in your personal space isn’t enough, like that drunk guy. You don’t just walk up and hug a man, especially from behind. before

Wolfy continues lifting

(Wolfy): Hey man if it bothers you that bad, you can do what I do and carry a snake on your shoulder a lot. Keeps people from coming up on me from behind.

Wolfy keeps lifting more and more seeming as if he’s gotten much stronger than last time he worked out with Maniac

Maniac: I don’t want to come off like I don’t appreciate the fans, but don’t come hugging up on us like we’re your cousins or something. Damn dude, you get superpowers in those woods too?

(Wolfy): HAHA! The fans don’t bother me none.

Wolfy puts the weight down acting as if he’s now struggling

(Wolfy): And no just I think all the animal wrestling I had to catch up on sense I’ve been gone, I think I grew some muscle HAHA. I’ll spot ya now.

Wolfy gets up, and before he lays down on the bench, Maniac removes some of the weight.

Maniac: Damn man, what animals have you been wrestling? Bears? Rhinos? Elephants? I’m strong but not that strong. That’s almost not human…

As soon as the words escaped his lips, Maniac knew he messed up. Wolfy stares at Maniac for a minute lost in his own brain, then shakes his head.

(Wolfy): Hey maybe it’s all the animal spirits around me. Sometimes they do try to take over and it does make me stronger. Those animals love to… possess.. But anyway, lets see if you can break my number of how many times you can lift. HAHA

Maniac chuckles.

Maniac: Right, animal spirits. At this weight, I’ll demolish your number.

Maniac does a few reps before he stops and returns the bar to the rack. He then sets up and turns around, looking directly at Wolfy.

Maniac: Enough bullshyt, face me demon I know it’s you.

Wolfy’s eyes get bigger.

(Wolfy): What the hell you talking about?

Maniac just looks at Wolfy waiting on something to happen, but nothing does. Maybe Wolfy wasn’t possessed, and Maniac was just being paranoid. Man, he REALLY  needs to ease up on the drinking.

Maniac: Uhh, nothing.

Maniac lays back down on the bench and continues his reps as Wolfy looks at Maniac concerned.

(Wolfy): You been watching supernatural again man? Anyway I ain’t no demon. An animal yes, but a demon that’s not who I am. You know me. I would never allow myself to harm someone who didn’t deserve it, I would always put myself in harms way to protect the innocent… even if I had to end my own life to accomplish that. That’s who I am.

Wolfy goes back to watching over Maniac as he lifts weights as he begins to hum the laughing song by George W. Johnson, as nervousness and dread shines through his eyes. Maniac once again racks the bar and sits up, turning to Wolfy.

Maniac: Don’t be stupid. You’re not fuking killing yourself…

Maniac clears his throat.

Maniac: What I mean is IF you ever find yourself in a situation where you’re not quite feeling yourself, just know that there are people out there who can help. I mean, I did it once I could do it again…once again IF you need it.

Maniac gives Wolfy a knowing look before laying back down on the bench and resuming his reps once again.

(Wolfy): I'm good man. Just saying what id rather do than hurt innocent, after calling me a demon and all. However I'm okay, there's no need for anyone to worry about me I'm okay, been taking care of myself for a long time doing that since I was a kid that ain't changing now.

Maniac finishes his reps and sits up. Maybe he was being paranoid.  Maybe it was just a freaky dream.

Maniac: Sorry I called you a demon, I had this weird dream that you got possessed by DreamMaster and haven’t been able to shake the feeling that it was more than a dream.

(Wolfy): Look man I’ve been having them too. I think we just sustained PTSD from all the holy lizard crap from Skinky Skank. I told you before I had dreams of him. Heck a while back when I had that car wreck after falling asleep at the wheel that’s what I dreamt. I think we’re all just dealing with PTSD. I however chose to just deal with it, ignore and put a lock on my doors to keep my from sleep walking out the house since I’m not a therapy guy but there is help for it.

Maniac gets up and walks over to Wolfy.

Maniac: Wait, what? You’ve had multiple dreams about the demon? What happened in them?

Wolfy looks at Maniac confused.

(Wolfy): Oh you know just mock the same thing that demon always did when we dealt with it with Erica…. Look man I wouldn’t be worried about my dreams, I was already on the edge before this with Prof. Hoff and my life before, it’s lucky I didn’t walk out worse. Some weird PTSD traits I got off easy.

Maniac: That’s it? No strange or horrifying visions? Speaking off professor poopy pants, what’s up with that show?

(Wolfy): No just dreams, and suspected of sleep walking but I use to do it before all this. I’m all good. As for the Nutty Professor he’s definitely up to something, I know him he’s not jealous of my show nor The Sharks… theirs something more brewing in that head of his. Theirs a back motive to this just don’t know what it is a new experiment wants more subjects.. who knows.

Wolfy shrugs his shoulders.

(Wolfy): I’m just shocked he ain’t in jail yet

Maniac: No doubt Professor Plum is up to something, and it won’t be good. I know, he seems to somehow weasel his way out of trouble.

(Wolfy): I have a feeling he’ll get caught eventually, eventually everyone does and everything.

The radio at the gym begins to play the laughing song, by George W. Johnson. Wolfy face then drops a bit with the look of nervousness coming across his face

(Wolfy): Hey man I’ll be right I got to run to the bathroom.

Maniac catches the sudden change and watches Wolfy as he heads to the bathroom. As Wolfy goes, Maniac catches sight of Kevin in one of the mirrors. He is standing in front of a man who’s doing bicep curls in front of the mirror, but Kevin is pretending to be his reflection. Dressed the same as the man, but Kevin isn’t curling a weight bar. He’s curling a dead wolf, he glances up at Maniac as he curls and nods towards the restrooms where Wolfy went. Maniac doesn’t waste any time making his way to the restrooms, and when he reaches the men’s door, he stops and listens for a minute. When he doesn’t hear anything, he slips inside and sees Wolfy’s feet in the stall. Maniac quickly and quietly makes his way to the next stall, shutting and locking the door once he’s inside. Wolfy is crying and praying under his breath rocking back and fourth, with sounds of pain coming from not only his voice but deep within his soul.

(Wolfy): I command you to leave in the name of Jesus Christ…  I command you to leave in the name of Jesus Christ…   I command you to leave in the name of Jesus Christ… AHH

Suddenly drips of blood start to drip onto the bathroom floor in Wolfy’s stall. Then the bathroom mirrors begin to crack as the bathroom door flies open, Maniac then holds his breath as footsteps begin to walk into the bathroom, and a familiar voice is heard.

(DreamMaster): Daisy, Daisy, give me your answer do! I’m half crazy all for the love of you! It won’t be a stylish marriage! I can’t afford a carriage! But you’ll look sweet upon the seat Of a bicycle built for two! HAHAHAHA!

Wolfy begins to speak through crying

(Wolfy): Leave me alone! I won’t let you take me… Not again… You caught me drugged.. I won’t let that happen again.. Even if I have to end myself to stop you…

(DreamMaster): Oh buddy you know you can’t stop me. You should thank me, We could be strong together. You know this human race is a disease.. Look I only went after scum that fought dogs… but I’ll tell you they’re all guilty of harming animals.. that’s why theirs a swirl of garbage in the middle of the ocean killing millions while humans act innocent hide away with their perfect house with their perfect family while you’re entire life until recently had absolutely nothing, just trying to make it better…. We can make it better Wolfy….

Maniac can’t hold his breath any longer then DreamMaster hears it then suddenly Maniacs stall door flies open but nobody is standing on the other side as if was flung open by itself and DreamMaster nowhere in sight, and Wolfy suddenly now strangely quiet. Maniac lets out a girlish yelp and covers up. After a few moments, he uncovers and looks around, seeing the coast is clear he looks over at the non-existent camera.

Maniac: Don’t judge me. Who do I look like? John Constantine?

Maniac looks forward and moves out of the stall, heading over to the one Wolfy occupies. Maniac knocks a few times before calling out.

Maniac: Wolfy? You ok, buddy?

Wolfy suddenly enters the bathroom as if he was never in the stall. He looks at Maniac kind of confused.

(Wolfy): Why you knocking on the stall? It’s empty.

Wolfy opens the stall maniac knocking on showing a clean stall and toilet with nobody inside.

(Wolfy): There you go man. I’m going to the urinal.

Maniac looks back and forth between the empty stall and Wolfy with a look of complete shock on his face.

Maniac: You were..

Maniac points at the stall

Maniac: And then DreamMaster was…

Maniac points over by the door where DreamMaster was standing and then looks back at Wolfy.

Maniac: Wolfy, what the fuk is going on?

Wolfy looks at Maniac concerned

(Wolfy) I’m not sure what you’re on about buddy. I had to stop at the locker before the bathroom because I had to drop off my stuff and when I got here you were here.

Maniac lets out a frustrated grunt and rushes over, grabbing Wolfy up and pinning him to the wall.

Maniac: Ok, now I’m REALY done playing games. Tell me what’s going on, Wolfy. You’re not the only one with friends on the other side and my friend…

Maniac stops, remember how Kevin died and the circumstances behind it.

Maniac: Well, a spirit I know let me in on something going on with you. You know, something that’s not normal… something supernatural and no, not the show. Something nobody can explain, so I’ll ask again…what’s going on, Wolfy?

Wolfy starts looking angry as he’s pinned to the wall an anger Maniac or nobody has seen before ever coming from Wolfy, as if something was pumping Wolfy with extreme rage.

(Wolfy): For the last ####ing time nothing is wrong with me!

Wolfy pushes Maniac off him with intense strength that even throws Maniac onto his butt. As Wolfy still is still angry and not understanding what’s going on, while pointing at Maniac

(Wolfy) You’re ####ing right something is wrong with me but it’s all ####ing mental Maniac! I don’t understand it nor I ever will because I’m to goddamn busy trying to help something bigger than I ever can be but Jesus Christ it doesn’t mean I’m going to stop trying.

Wolfy kicks a garbage can sitting close next to him

(Wolfy): But for the love of God I am not the next damn Skinky Skank!... and even I did find out I was, you wouldn’t have to worry about shit because I’d have the god damn strength to do what that bitch didn’t have to do and  that’s take the knife and do it myself! Because I swear to God I will not see myself beat someone innocent over and over again until their a bloody pulp like she did!

Wolfy walks up to Maniac and picks him up by his collar with intense strength and pins him against the wall

(Wolfy): I’ve seen it before the sight of a man and animals choking on their own blood and see the life fade before their own eyes, but I promise you one thing you little accuser next time that shit happens around me I’d rather it be happening to me.

Wolfy lets go of Maniac as he goes over to the sink turning it on throwing water onto his own face. Maniac breathes heavily as he stands and watches Wolfy as he splashes water on his face. He’s gotta tread carefully here because the demon is playing a deadly game, one that could end in one or both of them dead. Maniac raises his hands up to show he’s no threat as he slowly inches towards Wolfy.

Maniac: Alright, man, I get it. Nobody says you’re going to do what Erica did. All I’m saying is we got to be careful because we both admitted that we weren’t sure if this was one-hundred percent over.

As he’s talking, Maniac gets closer to Wolfy who keeps an eye on Maniac from the corner of his eye watching him get closer while standing at the sink.

(Wolfy): I understand that, but I’m telling you it’s not me you have to worry about. I am not her.

With his hands in the air, Maniac finally reaches Wolfy and stands next to him.

Maniac: I know, man, look, I didn’t mean to upset you. Here,  truce…

Maniac keeps the one hand up, and with the other, he reaches back into his back pocket and slowly pulls out his flask. He opens it with the one hand and takes a swig, and then hands it to Wolfy.

Maniac: Peppermint Schnapps, your favorite.

Wolfy takes a swig then immediately rolls his eyes,

(Wolfy): As I said I’m not possessed, so I hope theirs some god damn pot in that Holy Water.

Wolfy hands Maniac his holy water flask back.

(Wolfy): After everything we’ve been through am I still not that trust worthy? God damn man.

Wolfy still looking irritated and not himself, even his eyes are looking slightly different.

(Wolfy): Yeah sure. Sounds good. I also got a flask of actually whiskey on me too.

Maniac nods and chuckles.

Maniac: Excellent, well then, let’s ditch this bathroom and head to…

Maniac trails off as he sees in the mirror where Wolfy’s reflection should be. Instead, there’s Kevin, and he’s wearing a devil costume complete with a pitchfork. He stands there, shaking his head and pointing directly at Wolfy. Maniac looks back and forth between the two and eventually just shrugs at Kevin. Wolfy sees Maniac shrug at the mirror and looks at him now suspiciously.

(Wolfy): You had me drink the Holy Water.. Lets see you take a sip.. You're sitting here accusing me, how do I know it's not because you're the true guilty party?... plus whatever you just shrugged at I can't see it but the spirits of the wolves can... They've been barking for the past 10 minutes at it. How do I know this isn't just some big trick?

Maniac: Easy pal, that's my help on the other side. It's Kevin, Mandy's sister, and Antonio’s ex-wife. They are my other side contacts. And I did remember? I took a swig before I handed it to you, and it had no effect just like you. This is no trick, just one of three annoying spirits that won't leave me the fuk alone.

Wolfy looks at the mirror, then back at Maniac.

(Wolfy): So is he mocking me?... I know he either looks like the devil or is dressed like the devil. The parrots ratted him out. So either A. you’re hanging out with something that looks like dream master or Either B. its mocking me probably accusing me. So which one is it Maniac? I don’t get it… One minute you’re just some guy trying to save animals and the fans are on your side, You get drugged and taken somewhere you’re called the devil, not just by you but now others before we met at the bar earlier. Some fans accused me… Something about a interview with Stu-E you were involved in.. also called me the vampire of the god damn night. Now hell I can’t even get Casper The Bitch Ghost to not call me the devil.

Wolfy chuckles

(Wolfy): Humans are weird creatures. I’ll tell ya I’ve done some bad things in my earlier life some god awful things. Things I dream about every single god damn night, but hell at one time I thought maybe leaving the humans alone was the best choice and just focus on animals was the best choice, but then Hans discovered me and I thought I could actually get redemption, become something that could also run with the humans in peace, but I guess redemption is nothing more than a lie. Something made up by the story books of childhood. I guess it’ll always come full circle I’ll always be the devil.

Maniac: Don’t worry about him he’s an asshole. Kevin was trying to tell me you’re possessed, but I know you’re not Wolfy. Nobody thinks you’re the devil or some sort of animal, ok? We’ve all done bad shyt in our past, but beating ourselves up for it won’t change anything. I believe you, Wolfy, and I believe in you. Just know I’m always here to help you if you need.

The air suddenly becomes very thick the presence of the supernatural is definitely felt through the entire room to where even Maniac feels it and when that energy is very strong Wolfy’s anger just increases within him as he looks in the mirror.

(Wolfy): Oh they do… They surly do… It’s their god damn nature. Humans are nothing more than a sheep in skin clothes. The moment one person calls another person evil they all do. They don’t even care who it is! Humans don’t read they don’t study they don’t give a shit, as long as it makes them cool, because god forbid you were different. I mean for crying out loud! Where’s Jesus? Some people called him evil and we hung up like trash the first moment we got. Not giving a damn, and all he was trying to do was save our souls. Oh! I know what you’re thinking! That was 2000 years ago that’s not happening today! I say bullshit! The world is falling apart around us, Bees are dying and so are butterflies, while people sit in their perfect homes with their perfect families saying it’s not me , it’s someone else! It’s not me it’s someone else! As they go outside and spray for bugs because it’s the gosh dang thing to do! We’ll finally get someone that actually wants to help in power and what do these people do? They go after them they try to hang them just like Jesus, with their point being is the news told me this the news told me that. I heard the news says they’re like this dictator in history despite they can’t tell you a single thing about the history, because they don’t care. It’s just the cool thing. They’ll be told to go protest then they go out to make an extra point they’ll destroy building and harm others that believe just like them because they don’t give a damn! It’s the cool thing! Now these sheep bastards are coming up to me as I’ve walked in the woods for days, god knows how freaking long! Telling me I’m the devil?! What’s next?! I’ll be getting protested and hung on the cross?! I am so god damn tired of these creatures!

Wolfy balls up his fist and smashes it into the mirror shattering it into millions of pieces cutting open his fist and blood flies everywhere which causes Maniac to take a few steps back

Maniac: Easy pal, when you talk like that, you start to worry me. Look, who cares what Kevin thinks? He’s dead, Wolfy! It doesn’t matter! What mattes is the living and they like you, now come on we gotta get that hand of yours looked at.

Maniac points at Wolfy’s busted hand. Wolfy stares at his bleeding hand for a second as the energy in the room calms down and so does he.

(Wolfy): Okay, yeah you're right... Let's go

Maniac and Wolfy walk off, and the scene transitions to inside Maniacs bus. Wolfy’s hand has been bandaged up, and the two are passing back and forth a blunt.

Maniac: I’m just saying, dude, you use some of that strength you used on me, and you’ll have the match against Sean won.

(Wolfy): I mean I might have to just use it just to protect myself, with the fact Sean hates my guts still, I think he’s gonna come at me with some rage. How about you though? What’s your plans for the champ?

Maniac takes the blunt as Wolfy passes it, hitting it a few good times before holding in the smoke for a moment, then releases it.

Maniac: I’m going to hit him with every move I have in my arsenal, and maybe a few I’ve been keeping saved for a rainy day.

Maniac smirks as he hits the blunt a few more times before passing it back to Wolfy who laughs.

(Wolfy): I think you'll be able to pull out the win, I think you'll be the first real contender, I mean come on.. Lazy Butt Goblin? That was managements weirdest decision, probably just gave it to him so he doesn't sue for the arse kicking he got in the zoo match HAHA! But anyway with all due with respect when you win I'll be coming for that title shot, HAHA! All due with respect of course I'd want one where we shake hands before and after the match

Maniac shrugs.

Maniac: I don’t know, but it sure wasn’t because he earned it. You and I one on one, would be interesting with or without the title on the line. Let’s face it, Stu-E is one hell of a competitor, and there’s a reason he’s HWA Champion. It’s not just about skill but cunning and a little dumb luck, which Stu-E is and has plenty of. Either way, I look forward to facing him again at Fatality.

(Wolfy): So what are your plans on what to do with the title if you win it? Are you planning on doing anything new with the title? Like me I always wanted to win that title so every Havoc I could do an open challenge like John Cena use to do, However I’d add a couple catches, before every match a wheel would be spun deciding the kind of match, from first blood, zoo matches, and inferno matches theirs no limit, then the title would be on the line but the other thing would be on the line if they lose would be a deal that they have to pay a large sum to animal charity.

Once again, Maniac has the blunt and is hitting it as he listens to Wolfy. When Wolfy is done talking, Maniac passes it back to him.

Maniac: That’d be awesome, Wolfy, but me personally, I believe in the number one contender ship and having to earn that. Though, many on the roster would argue that I didn’t earn my title shot.

Maniac chuckles as he takes the blunt.

(Wolfy): I don't believe that, you've had a long run here, not like its me or Lazy Butt Goblin who just saw the light here. I mean You've been here since almost the beginning, you fought them all, if anyone deserves a shot I think it's you.

Maniac: Thanks, man. I appreciate it, but I understand Jeremy’s and everyone’s points. HOWEVER, now that Ringmaster came and gone, they have no reason to gripe about me getting a title shot.  Sean got TWO title shots me and choked both times. It’s not my fault that none of the others can earn a shot.

(Wolfy): To me I don’t overly care who wins that title it’s what you can do with it. Holy shitting crocodile! What kind of pot is this? I think I see Kevin.

Maniac chuckles

Maniac: It’s the good kind. Well, not if you’re seeing that prick, haha.

(Wolfy): Yeah it’s not good.. He’s freaking ugly. HAHA!

Wolfy point to a mirror where Maniac sees Kevin standing and the two burst out into hysterical laugher as the scene fades.
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On camera

Immediately after Havoc

We open backstage, Havoc has just ended and Roderick stands there in front of the camera smiling and patiently waiting as…

Maniac: Fuk!!!

Maniac says as he finishes throwing up in a nearby trashcan. He stands on wobbly legs and wipes his mouth with the back of his hand as Roderick motions for Maniac to join him. From off camera Maniac is handed a bottle of water with he gladly accepts and quickly gulps down.

Roderick: Roderick Sterling here after Havoc with Maniac who was out there when it all went down, Maniac DreamMaster is back and seems to be picking up where it left off. Not only that but before Havoc started it was reported that Jeremy Branson tried to take you out with a lead pipe and you didn’t resist him. We seen a bit more of that towards the end of the night. Tell us Maniac what is going through your head right now?

Maniac just stands there for a moment not sure exactly what to say, after a few moments of collecting his thoughts he begins.

Maniac: Honestly Roddy, I’m at a loss. I thought I got rid of that demon at Road To Ruin but it seems I only temporarily postponed it. Now, look what it’s done, at what it’s made Wolfy do.

Maniac takes a deep breath as he runs his hand through his hair.

Maniac: Hans, I’m so sorry. I know my apology means nothing to you and I understand but please listen, beating Wolfy to death is exactly what the demon wants, all this chaos and hatred its feeding off it Hans. Since the reunion it’s been planting it’s seeds and now it’s feeding on its harvest, look at Jeremy Hans, before my dumb ass brought that demon back here Jeremy was happy and just wanted to compete.  And now, he’s hell-bent on revenge no matter who he hurts in his wake. Look at Travis Levitt, Jeremy may have seriously injured him and for what?  Because he’s mad at me? Is that what you want Hans? Is that how you want the fans to remember you? What about Vanessa or your new born son? It’s not to late for you either Jeremy, please this isn’t you. I know I don’t know you but from what I’ve seen before the reunion and the way people talk about you I know you’re a good person. I’m sorry I brought that demon back, I wish I hadn’t, Matt didn’t deserve to have his career taken away nor does anyone. I implore guys, please use reason and think. Look at Erica, she’s free from the demon now and back to normal. The same can be done for Wolfy, I just need your guys’ help.

Roderick: Well hopefully they listen to reason, switching gears and speaking of Erica she’s been interrogating everyone looking for clues and even went to Butch and Wisdom offering her help. That’s why she’s teaming with Mandy now, are you and Erica going to be able to co-exist?

Maniac stands there for a moment, Erica was still a sore subject, he cared for her and like everyone else had failed her.

Maniac: Yes Roddy because like I said Erica is back, the Mexican Nightmare that everyone remembers before that demon got ahold of her.

Roderick: Now let’s talk about your contract signing tonight with Stu-E Price, Butch gave you both quite the speech and the expectations for this match are high. Butch let it be known that he and the fans are wanting a straight up classic, even saying and I quote “Give us the championship match that some kid sitting at home will jump up and tell his parents he wants to be a wrestler.  Give us the match that honors the first ever Fatality PPV, where Thane Givens and I gave everything we had in this ring.” How did those words make you feel?

Maniac thinks for a moment before and when he’s ready he speaks.

Maniac: Honestly Roddy, it really put things in perspective. This match is significant in so many ways and Stu and I would be doing it a disservice having it any other way except a straight one on one. Besides it’ll be nice getting back to basics, no chairs, no tables, no barbwire. Just me, Stu-E, and the HWA Championship.

Maniac smiles as he rubs his hands together and nods his head.

Roderick: And still on yours and Stu-E’s contract signing you guys had some unexpected guests in the Draconis clan, any speculation on what that was all about?

Maniac chuckles as he nods his head.

Maniac: I can guess, my old friend William was just getting a closer eye on the main event for Fatality. And you know, trying the intimidation thing bringing out the rest of his clan but Roddy William should know better. I don’t get intimidated, nice try William why don’t you try that on one of the rookies though? What were you trying to accomplish? Saying your next? Good luck with that pal-o because I think Scooby and the gang might have a problem with that. Before I go though, I want to shout-out to Wolfy.  Fight it dude, don’t give in no matter what. I can help Wolfy, please man before it’s to late.

Maniac smiles and walks off, as the scene fades to black you can hear Roderick’s voice…

Roderick: Hey Maniac, have you noticed something different about Mandy?

End scene