TFR Season 8 Episode 13

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Just after stream began... TFR was shot and killed. The holy mecca has fallen... thank you bezos.

Opening Match[edit | edit source]

  1. Apollo Justice
  2. Third Carlos
  • Game: WWE 2K23
  • Singles

📷Gallery
Apollo Justice Winner

He did it, be finally won, broke the streak...

Dutch's Plan B: Rejected[edit | edit source]

Dutch van der Linde
...I had a plan...
A dream that one day, those I took under my wing would grow into the biggest stars in this business.
That together, they would conquer everything within their sights. Every title, every accomplishment, every accolade.
That our group, our gang of misfits, would one day be respected and feared by anyone who dared to step foot in our ring.
In a way, that dream came true. That plan succeeded.
...But not for long...
Because as I was about to free this company from an outsider's reign of terror, disaster struck.
My pupils proved themselves to be as immature as when I welcomed them with open arms.
A small setback, the loss of the tag team titles, was enough to break their spirit. To break this union, this bond we shared.
And inside this very ring, I was trapped and betrayed.
They hit me with finisher, after finisher, after finisher.
I had no chance to fight back... And then, it was over.
However, I'm not here bearing resentment.
I may not forget, but it's my duty to forgive.
As a mentor, I must set you on the right course when you take the wrong path.
I need... A Plan B.
And thus... Red, Papillon, Colombo...
I invite you out here to provide your explanations.
And to go for one last ride with this old cowboy.
One more run. Just one more run, and we'll be harvesting mangoes in Tahiti, covered in all the gold you can imagine!
Maybe even a certain Holy Belt... We could get everything we ever wanted!
So come on out. Let us know your reasons... And tell us you still have some goddamn faith!
Colombo Spice
Dutch...
Even after all we've done, you still don't get it.
Red
You just can't get it through your thick skull, can you?
Papillon
There's no "faith" to be had.
Colombo Spice
This entire time, it was never about us.
Red
It was never about our growth.
Papillon
You never wanted us to spread our wings and fly away, free from any ideals imposed on us.
Colombo Spice
All you wanted was someone who'd do your dirty work. Who'd follow YOUR ideals.
Red
You wanted protection, like the coward you are.
Colombo Spice
And our success was never really ours. It was all about you. About that delusional "plan" of yours.
But we're free souls, Dutch.
If you weren't so much of a hypocrite maybe you would be proud.
Papillon
To think you even went as far as naming us "The Plan"...
Red
Always stealing the spotlight. Even when we were the ones who earned everything by ourselves.
Colombo Spice
You always thought of yourself as the leader, that mentor figure...
Yet you never realized we didn't want one! We're all equals!
The one thing we wanted, we found within ourselves.
Well, you always would say "wolves hunt in packs".
Turns out this pack just found your replacement. And he has eyes on his prey...
Yuki Makoto
It ain't about you anymore, slapnuts.
We are... Planet Door.
Welcome to my world!

Hard Workers, Hard Sellers[edit | edit source]

  1. The Sons of SperdoDonte & Vorgin
  2. Quote & Ryan Rave
Iconic Match
  • Game: WWE 2K23
  • Contendership: TFR Tag-Team #1 Contenders
  • Tornado-Tag

📷Gallery
Elimination By
Ryan Rave Donte
The Sons of Sperdo Winner

Coffee Time at the Pizza Tower[edit | edit source]

Customer
I'll have a Casu Marzu pizza, please!
Waitress
Capisce. Coming right up!
Richter
Wow... This place sure is popular.
You've got all kinds of toppings, too.
Jacopo Bearzatti
It's one of our legit businesses. You need a couple of those to keep the cosca afloat.
The Pizza Tower, specifically, has been expanded by our family for generations...
Charles
Surely this means you serve some nice Hawaiian style pizza?
Jacopo Bearzatti
We have a floor where the ones who order anything with pineapple are kept.
I assure you... It's not very pleasant.
Charles
...Guess I'll get something else.
Jacopo Bearzatti
Maybe you're a smart one after all.
Francis York Morgan
Ah, good old fashioned authentic Italian food. I'm glad we found a place like this.
This is how it's done, Zach. It's the true taste of Italy. And the atmosphere of a real old fashioned Italian restaurant as well. Brings back memories.
And the name, "Pizza Tower." You gotta love the Italians for their simple yet efficient nomenclature.
Francis Zach Morgan
...
Francis York Morgan
What's wrong, Zach? You're acting awfully quiet. You worried about something? Don't tell me you have something against the Italians...
Richter
Boss... Don't you think Zach has been acting a bit weird?
He seems to be keeping things to himself...
Maybe we should try to drag him out of his shell a bit?
Charles
You're right. I'll try.
Hey, Zach—
Waitress
Here's your order, sir!
Jacopo Bearzatti
Ah, looks as good as ever.
You just can't go wrong with some classic Italian spaghetti.
None of that bolognese crap, and just the right amount of sauce.
Francis Zach Morgan
...Excuse me, may I get some coffee?
Waitress
Just... Coffee?
Francis Zach Morgan
Yes. Just coffee.
Waitress
Well... Of course... I'll be back shortly.
Jacopo Bearzatti
I figure this means we can finally get down to business.
As you know, we've been looking for Manuel Pardo for the past three months.
However, every time we think we have him in our sights, he slips away again.
We have tried a variety of strategies to no avail.
Waiting around on crime scenes is pointless, too. Pardo is always the first one in, first one out.
Which is to be expected... He's likely the one behind the murders anyway.
Charles
Hmmm... Never once during those three months did he return to the gym. Not even a quick visit.
Richter
The old man keeps asking about him, too.
Jacopo Bearzatti
Tony would've informed us if he saw any suspicious movement around that area.
Either way, we really should have made more progress by now. This is unacceptable.
Waitress
Here's your coffee, sir!
Francis Zach Morgan
Thank you.
Jacopo Bearzatti
Zach...
Didn't think I'd ever ask, but can't you use your FBI sources for this?
Francis Zach Morgan
...The bureau isn't aware that I came back here, so they wouldn't assist me.
Francis York Morgan
WAIT, ZACH, DON'T!
Dammit... Too late...
You forgot our ritual. You need to check the coffee before you drink it.
We just missed an important lead!
Francis Zach Morgan
I'm sorry...
Charles
Are you okay? You just spit coffee all over the place.
Richter
Yeah. Even got some on that window.
Jacopo Bearzatti
We're gonna have to clean that one later...
Francis York Morgan
Hm? Wait a minute...
You see it too, don't you, Zach?
That's the coffee's message! It's pointing us in the right direction!
That stain is right around where Angel Mort is, isn't it?
This floor is pretty high up. We need to get going so we can get there fast.
Francis Zach Morgan
I'll be taking my leave. Fantastic coffee, though.
Charles
Wait, Zach!
Jacopo Bearzatti
What are you waiting for? He knows something. We need to follow him.
Richter
I didn't even get to order...

Bad to the Bone Championship: Dropping into the Bump[edit | edit source]

  1. Adol Christin
  2. Jonesy(Champion)
  • Game: WWE 2K23
  • Referee: Refxtra
  • Championship: Bad to the Bone
  • Singles

Adol Christin Winner

Leaving the Shadow Realm[edit | edit source]

Maximillion Pegasus
Tonight makes it a full week since you arrived here.
I assume your skills are well polished by now.
Although you didn't have your best showing last time around...
Ryuki Kuruto
I tried my best, but it's hard to go up against a rising star like Yuta...
Maximillion Pegasus
Tch. At least you managed to pull off a few rather impressive moves.
Looking at your physique, I didn't expect you to be able to toss someone that far.
Ryuki Kuruto
What about those suplexes on the announcer's desk? Sick, right?
Shame the table didn't break. Maybe I didn't drop him on his neck hard enough!
Maximillion Pegasus
...You need to learn how to work a safer style. How do you think I've gone so long without any injuries?
Take The Miz as an example. You don't see him doing that kind of thing, do you?
Ryuki Kuruto
Miz? You mean that MJF ripoff?
Which reminds me, I've seen so many Indie stars around since I got here...
I didn't know the Shadow Realm was so easily accessible. The UK really is a special place.
With so many talented people doing those springboards and 630s, it almost feels like I'm back at AEW!
Tavish
That's because you are, lad.
Ryuki Kuruto
Mr. Tavish?
Maximillion Pegasus
...Didn't think you would expose the business like that.
Tavish
He deserves to know, roight? You're on your way out anyways.
Took a liking to this lil' fella ever since he got here. Real hard worker you've got there.
That's roight, kid. This is no Shadow Realm. Welcome to "AEW Darkest"!
Ryuki Kuruto
AEW... Darkest? You mean they have more shows I'm not aware of?
Tavish
Not many people are, mate. It's not like we have a network deal or are in direct contact with the top executives often.
They just ship some lads over to us once in a while.
With such a huge roster, not everyone can get TV time that easily.
Ryuki Kuruto
I guess... They need to make time for matches like that 60 minute ironman classic between Saihara and Steve...
Still, this place has quite the atmosphere. Darker than Dark, huh?
Tavish
Well, yes. It helps we haven't been able to pay the energy bill. They redirected the funds to Sol Badguy's new contract.
Ryuki Kuruto
Hah... You know, the way Mr. Pegasus was acting... I never thought he'd bring me to train on an AEW show.
Maximillion Pegasus
It's simple, Ryuki-boy. I merely thought you had an itch that needed scratching.
And if you were going to scratch it, I'd rather it be while learning from a veteran of the industry like Tavish.
Now, I believe you've had your fill of this pissant company, so...
Ryuki Kuruto
...Sorry, what did you just say? I was telling Tama to look up a stream for tonight's Dynamite!
Maximillion Pegasus
...
We're off to Mexico.

Ricky Bobby's Next Potential Opponents[edit | edit source]

  1. The Prince
  2. Aniki
  • Game: WWE 2K23
  • Contendership: King of Jobbers #1 Contender
  • Singles

The Prince Winner

Tough Enough: General Manager's Meddling[edit | edit source]

Mod
Mmmmmmmm... Yeah, that's copyrighted material. Boom, flagged.
And what about this? We have a clear case of "unmoderated behavior" here. Shame on them.
Get that ass banned!
Kyle Hyde
...You busy or something?
Mod
Always hard at work. Took your sweet time, huh, Kyle?
Kyle Hyde
I came as soon as you called me...
Mod
I was able to post THREE threads about Himawari Sato Player (26) in the time you took to get here.
Renewed my STARDOM subscription, too!
Kyle Hyde
Let's just get down to business. How's Mechazawa looking?
Phi
He recovered just fine.
Jingu Yugo
Haha, I told you I was holding back. One day of rest and he's as good as new.
Mod
Yeah... But we can't take any more risks, can we?
I've gone ahead and replaced him.
Kyle Hyde
What?
Who... Who let you do that?
Mod
I'm the General Manager, did you forget?
Kyle Hyde
That's ridiculous! Mechazawa earned his spot!
Did you see how hard he fought for those precious points that would keep him alive in the competition?
You're gonna just throw all of that away?
Mod
Yes.
...I mean, it's not throwing anything away. It's for his own good. We're just being careful.
Phi
This really does seem excessive. We've all came back from small injuries before, and proceeded to work just fine.
Jingu Yugo
Just out of curiosity, who do you plan to replace him with?
Mod
Well, I just happen to have a very talented friend who's been looking to make it big in this business for a while.
Fargoth, come in!
Fargoth
Nice to meet you!
I have a feeling you and I are going to become very close...
Kyle Hyde
...Are you kidding me? A friend of yours?
Mod
Well, two, to be precise. He also needed a mentor.
So I went ahead and brought an old veteran back to the industry. I don't think there's anyone better for the job, right Caius?
Caius Cosades
Thanks for giving me this second chance, friend.
I wouldn't have been able to stay afloat for very long if I kept depending on indie bookings...
Hard to maintain the expensive... "hobbies" I have.
Kyle Hyde
So you went ahead, took the show we built hostage, and filled it with your nepo hirings?
This is utter bullshit!
Phi
Kyle...
Calm down. I know how you feel, and you're justified, but we need to keep the show running.
For the sake of the others, too.
Jingu Yugo
That's right. Besides, I know this man. Been a long time, Caius.
Caius Cosades
Jingu! You never change, huh?
I still remember like it was yesterday. When I came in for my first day at work, you were already there, a grizzled veteran.
Taught me plenty of things I still take with me to this day.
Jingu Yugo
Well, you're the veteran this time around. Make sure to teach the kid well.
Kyle Hyde
...Ugh...
Roger Retinz
The next challenge will be starting soon. Is everyone ready?
Kyle Hyde
Guess I have no choice.
But don't you think I'm just gonna take this quietly.
If I didn't tolerate Wright's bullshit, I won't tolerate yours either!
Mod
You need to learn some manners, you know? Otherwise, I might just give you a suspension.
By the way, Caius... While we get things ready, why don't you go out there and show this crowd you've still got it?
Caius Cosades
My pleasure, sir.

  1. Caius Cosades
  2. Sam Stone
  • Game: WWE 2K23
  • Singles

Caius Cosades Winner

Cell of the Clown[edit | edit source]

  1. George Jackman
  2. Potemkin
  3. Ilya Kuvshinov
  4. Sareth
  • Game: WWE 2K23
  • Referee: Refxtra
  • Contendership: world title #2 Contender
  • Hell in a Cell
  • Fatal-4-Way
  • Elimination

📷Gallery
Elimination By
Sareth Ilya Kuvshinov
Ilya Kuvshinov Potemkin
Potemkin George Jackman
George Jackman Winner

Tough Enough STAGE 10: Eat the Heat[edit | edit source]

Roger Retinz
This week's Tough Enough challenge is a bit different.
But it'll still test our competitors's resilience just as well!
Kyle Hyde
In this industry, you need to endure a lot of things.
Unfavorable booking decisions, stiff strikes from green workers, backstage politics...
You need to be able to stomach it all.
Roger Retinz
That's why we partnered with a local restaurant, owned by our old friend Kotomine Kirei.
And with the help of Ribbie, got ourselves a big, heavy package of some spicy Tofu!
Jingu Yugo
The spiciest I've ever had. You can even feel some malice in every bite.
Only a real tough guy can eat more than one piece of that and keep his composure.
Roger Retinz
That's why, for tonight's challenge...
We'll hold a competition to find out who can eat the biggest amount of those spicy treats in a time limit!
Winner gets three points, second place gets two, third place gets one.
Let's see which one of you has got the guts to hang in this industry!
Boogie Woogie Wu
Back in my home province we'd eat spicy food all the time...
That, and a few animals that are considered taboo around here!
And let's not forget about NXT's catering... Can't say that's the best food I've ever had, either.
I'll take whatever you throw at me!
Donte
Tofu, heh. Could be a lot worse. Imagine if it was some lame shit like pizza!
Suou Tatsuya
As long as it's not another one of my brother's cakes...
Sareth
Hey, those weren't so bad.
I even got a second serving when you invited me over!
Samurai Flamenco
I... I don't know if I'm a fan of this idea.
George Jackman
Persevere, shounen!
We must carry on and survive all of the enemy's tricks!
Besides, what's the problem with some classic Japanese tofu?
Let the flames of the spice burn in your mouth as strongly as the justice in your heart!
Samurai Flamenco
Okay... Alright, I've got this!
Narushima Koga
All that mewing finna be paying off once again!
Gonna mow through that shit so fast I'll have to take the fanum tax too, no cap.
Hisoka
Hmmmm, such a strong jaw...
I wonder what it'll take to break it?
Fargoth
My ring of healing will keep me going strong, I'm sure of it!
Caius Cosades
If you want I could hook you up on something...
Don't think you'll be feeling any flavors after a while.
Roger Retinz
Seems like you're all ready to go...
The tables are set up. Time to sit down and get it started.
Let the roar of the crowd fuel your hunger!

(chat voting)


Aaaand stop!
There we have it, our final results for tonight!
Aaaaaaaand in the first place!
Samurai Flamenco finished 100 plates! Wow, I guess you truly were Tough Enough...
Fargoth downed 96 plates! Not bad, but not enough!
Tatsuya with 88 plates! At least you got yourself a point!
Koga only got through 72 plates... Still a long way to go...
Boogie did a pitiful 34 plates. Weak stomach, huh?
Samurai Flamenco
Thanks for the motivation, George. You really lit a fire in my ass there.
...And in my mouth, as well.
Boogie Woogie Wu
...I was wrong...
Even the Cagist's cooking is better than this...

«"TOFU CHALLENGE" RESULTS»[edit | edit source]

  1. SAMFLAM [15+3 Pts]
  2. FARGOTH [14+2 Pts]
  3. TATSUYA [17+1 Pts]
  4. KOGA [15 Pts]
  5. BOOGIE [18 Pts]

world title Championship: Wayne's World vs. Bungee World[edit | edit source]

  1. Hisoka
  2. Wayne(Champion)
  • Game: WWE 2K23
  • Championship: world title
  • Singles

Hisoka Winner

AEW Opening Match: OPEN CHALLENGE[edit | edit source]

  1. HUNK is #AllElite
  2. Green Knight is #AllElite
  • Game: WWE 2K23
  • Stage: AEW Arena
  • Singles

HUNK Winner

Trapped by the Dragonlord — Vs. Harrier Du Bois[edit | edit source]

Kasuga Ichiban
...Ugh...
W-Where am I...
W-Wait... I'm... I'm chained?!
Yakou Furio
...Ugh... Ichiban... Can you keep it down...
...W-Where are we?
W-Wait... W-We're chained?!!
Billy Coen
Sounds like this is your first time here.
Saejima Taiga
Yo, Ichiban. Been a while.
Kasuga Ichiban
Huh? Y-You guys are here too?
Billy Coen
Yeah...
You could say this is a supermax prison of sorts.
Saejima Taiga
Got sent here after our last prison escape...
From what I've heard, few men are imprisoned in this dungeon and live to tell the tale.
Yakou Furio
H-How great... Sounds very encouraging...
Wait, what about Waka? Where is she?
Saejima Taiga
Who're ya talkin' about? We're the only ones here.
Kasuga Ichiban
That's not good... What are they planning to do?
Billy Coen
Shhhh! They're coming!
Harrier Du Bois
...
Kasuga Ichiban
Harry!
Harry, you need to listen to me... Come on, man! What's going on?
It's me, Ichiban. Your friend, remember? We went through a lot together in such a short time!
Those guys were there, too! We really helped each other out! Remember that?!
...Harry?
Harrier Du Bois
...
???
It's useless.
Kasuga Ichiban
Wha...?
You... Aren't you...
...From the way back...
...The Dragonlord?
Kaiba Seto
Kasuga Ichiban...
You and your friends caused me great trouble, and brought KaibaCorp to ruin.
It's about time I paid you back.
As for Du Bois...
Talking to that man will get you no response.
Well, he's barely a man anymore.
All that's left in this empty husk is the perfect guard dog for the Peacekeepers.
Every technique he needs to know is deeply ingrained within him.
There's no need to operate on a sound mind when your purpose is solely to inflict pain on others.
I imagine you'd rather not become his next target...
So why don't you tell me?! Why don't you tell me... About Sinbad's whereabouts!
Kasuga Ichiban
I...
Even if I knew, I'd never tell you that!
No matter what you do to me, I'll never sell out one of my friends!
Kaiba Seto
Are you sure about that?
Very well... Du Bois, bring it in.
Yakou Furio
...Huh?
That's just an ordinary chair.
Kasuga Ichiban
W-Wait, Harry... You're letting me go?
I knew I could count on you!
Um, can you take off those cuffs, though? Just unchaining me from the wall isn't gonna be much use, haha!
H-Hold on, what are you—
Oh. I see. Thanks for that, man. No need to be so rough, though! Haha!
Feels good to have a seat after all of that.
So, you wanna talk? Have a drink, maybe?
Harrier Du Bois
...
Kasuga Ichiban
Well, what about Waka? Where did you guys send her?
She's just an innocent civilian after all, so it wouldn't be good if—
Ugh... T-The hell is this?
This chair... Why is it so uncomfortable?
H-Hey, can I stand up? It's- Aghhhhhhh!!!
Kaiba Seto
Are you willing to talk yet?
Kasuga Ichiban
N-No waAYAHHHHHHHGGHHHHHHH!!!
Yakou Furio
ICHIBAN!
Billy Coen
He must be in such excruciating pain...
Saejima Taiga
And he still won't talk. What willpower.
Kasuga Ichiban
I-I won't tell... You a thing... URRRGH! M-MY BACK!
Kaiba Seto
...Fine. That's enough for today.
Get him up. We can't let him die just yet.
Next time, we're changing our approach.
Enjoy a little bit of rest while it lasts. I have a few calls to make.
Du Bois, you keep an eye on them.
Yakou Furio
...Ichiban...
???
This way, nya!
Arcueid Brunestud
There you are! Hah, you guys sure are loud!
Kasuga Ichiban
A-Arc...ueid?
Arcueid Brunestud
Now you remember my name!
Seems like you're having a hard time, Ichiban.
Toro
Don't worry, we're here to help!
Arcueid Brunestud
Toro sniffed the way here after we heard about what happened.
Toro
The guards at the entrance were easy to distract, nya!
Arcueid Brunestud
Anyway, what's up with this guy? Is he your friend too?
Harrier Du Bois
...
Toro
...He's staring daggers at us.
Kasuga Ichiban
That's... Our friend Harry...
Yakou Furio
He's one of the Peacekeepers! Don't let your guard down!
Arcueid Brunestud
Huh? Which one is it?
Well, I came prepared either way. Let's do this!

  1. Arcueid Brunestud
  2. Harrier Du Bois
Iconic Match
  • Game: WWE 2K23
  • Stage: Mysterious Sindrian Prison
  • Falls Count Anywhere
  • Extreme Rules

Arcueid Brunestud Winner

Arcueid Brunestud
Yay! Got him! That guy was tough, but we did it!
Toro, you done over there yet?
Kasuga Ichiban
Thanks for that, little buddy. I thought for sure my goose was cooked this time...
And you, Armsrace—you really saved our asses. I don't think I could've taken much more of that damn chair...
Ugh!
Yakou Furio
Take it easy, Ichiban. You're in no condition to walk, let alone fight.
Kasuga Ichiban
We... We still need to talk to Harry... There's gotta be some way we can—
Yakou Furio
There's no time! We need to get out of here before he wakes up, and you know he's not gonna go down easy the second time.
Arcueid Brunestud
Ichiban, stop! You're in no shape to be carrying anyone right now. We'll figure it out later, okay?
Yakou Furio
You're lucky you've got a stubborn crew like us. But right now, we have to move. The alarm's probably gonna trigger any second.
Kasuga Ichiban
Wait... what's that? By his hand...
Yakou Furio
It's... Some sort of ledger?
Guess I'll take it.
Harrier Du Bois
Gggggrhhhh...
Yakou Furio
Damn it! He's waking up!
Kasuga Ichiban
Better hurry up. He's about to respawn!
Billy Coen
That guy's something else... Refusing to stay down even after all that. He's a freakin' monster.
Saejima Taiga
Guess you know what that means.
Billy Coen
Yeah... Someone's gotta hold him off, or none of us are getting out of here alive.
Kasuga Ichiban
Wait, Saejima! Billy! You can't—
Saejima Taiga
It's gotta be this way. You're barely hanging on, Ichiban. If you try to fight like this, you're just gonna get yourself killed.
We'll keep him busy long enough for you to make it out.
Billy Coen
It's cool, Ichiban. Once this is over, we'll turn ourselves in—tie up some loose ends, y'know? Just focus on getting out.
Kasuga Ichiban
You guys... I don't know what to say...
Saejima Taiga
Then don't say anything. Just keep living so you can fix this mess.
Billy Coen
Now, get going, before they bring in reinforcements!
Arcueid Brunestud
Good luck, you two! Make it out if you can!
Yakou Furio
We'll be seeing you—hopefully under better circumstances.
Kasuga Ichiban
Until then... Take care, guys.
Saejima Taiga
...
They're in the clear. You ready?
Billy Coen
Yeah.
Saejima Taiga
Time to go balls out!

The Stable-less Wildcard - Targeting the Workrate Squad[edit | edit source]

  1. "Alucard" is #AllElite
  2. Rance is #AllElite
  • Game: WWE 2K23
  • Stage: AEW Arena
  • Singles

Rance Winner

Terry Hintz ran in to distract Alucard

The silent badass seeks now to destroy the Workrate Squad...

A Rude Musketeer[edit | edit source]

Nero
Hey, let's go guys! I know this is a non-judgmental safe space, but we're supposed to be broadcasting a show here. Let's get it on the road!
It wouldn't kill some of you to showcase a little professionalism.
???
What a sorry state of affairs.
Nero
Hm?
Tanahashi Hiroshi
All the money in the world, and this is what it amounts to. Pitiful. If we had but a fraction of that money...
I had heard this was a place built upon the love of professional wrestling. But it is clear that notion is mistaken.
Nero
Hey, excuse me friend. As the locker room leader, I'm not about to take that lying down.
Everyone can have their personal opinions and maybe AEW isn't for everyone...
(And I only mean that from the perspective of taste, we strive to create an inclusive space here.)
But if there's one thing you can't say, it's that we don't love professional wrestling. Everyone goes out there and gives it 110% to put on banger after banger.
Tanahashi Hiroshi
I have no doubt that they love the act of wrestling. But it is a warped love. They love only the act, and not pro wrestling in itself.
What they lack, is a love for the audience. They wrestle only for themselves, and their own personal gratification.
It is a masturbatory performance. Disgusting.
Nero
That's... Who even are you, and why are you here? We don't need some Fed shill to sabotage our backstage morale.
Tanahashi Hiroshi
Haha. Does such a thing need to be sabotaged? I am Tanahashi Hiroshi.
I am here on behalf of G1 and Mr. Inoki to discuss the particulars of the upcoming show with Juuza.
Perhaps you would be so kind as to show me to his office?
Nero
Yeah. Gladly.
Amakusa Juuza
Oh wow if it isn't my good friend and my favorite wrestler the greatest wrestler of all time the GOAT that stands for "greatest of all time" the 1/100 the Once in a Century Talent the Ace of the Universe my good friend Hiroshi Tanahashi how are you my good friend justified "This is Awesome" chants in my office RIGHT NOW, this is awesome I was just watching one of your matches you know with uhhh Okada yeah Okada wow what a great match what a great rivalry just truly legendary within our business wow just an amazing talent and I also love your matches with Naruto and Inuyasha it had all the flips my favorite G1 wrestlers apart from you of course Mr. Tanahashi just amazing matches wow
Tanahashi Hiroshi
It's good to see you again as well, Juuza.
Amakusa Juuza
Hey, Nero. What are you just standing around for? Don't you have something more productive to be doing?
Nero
...Uh, yeah. Right.
...

Preparation for the BLOOD FEUD Between Rakesh's Group & The Elite Enigmas[edit | edit source]

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  2. Tim is #AllElite
  • Game: WWE 2K23
  • Stage: AEW Arena
  • Singles

Reize Seatlan Winner

The Learning Qliphoth's Teaches Youth to Have Fun[edit | edit source]

Dante
HEY GUYS!
The Learning Qliphoth is back once again for some more Twitch.TV time!
And tonight, I have a cool new thing to show to all my branches out there!
See, I'm now the proud holder of the Heartwarming Latinx Championship!
Hahaha, isn't it amazing, guys?
I couldn't have done it without all of your support and love.
Getting to go out there once again, at my age, and put on a show. It's truly been "heartwarming", haha!
Anyways, being a mentor isn't easy. There's a lot to keep track of.
I was talking with my little friend, the "Banger Hunter" just now, and he wants to show off his skills once again.
So, there's someone I saw wrestling the other day, and I just thought to myself "this is the perfect opponent for Sol!"
Of course, I'm talking about Vector.
I mean, they're in similar spots, right guys?
Both are two young upstarts trying to learn from the greats the best they can.
That's why, I was playing a game of poker with HUNK backstage, and I told him "hey, I bet my pupil can beat your pupil".
HUNK is such a fun guy to be around, you know, we really have a good time whenever we hang out.
I mean, you look at him and you think he's intimidating, but really, he's a sweetheart behind that mask, hahaha!
So he takes a sip of Jack and tells me "Mmmmmm, not in a million years. Vector trained with Japanese masters, you know?"
Little does he know that so did Sol!
I'm sure they'll have so much chemistry together.
Of course, me and HUNK will both be there.
Not that we're trying to steal the spotlight or anything, but those kids need some instructions to put on the best banger possible!
So yeah, this is gonna be a duel for the ages... I can barely wait.
Let's all have a FUN time tonight! Thanks guys!

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    • Support: HUNK is #AllElite
  2. Sol Badguy is #AllElite
  • Game: WWE 2K23
  • Stage: AEW Arena
  • Singles

VECTOR Winner

Gigadimes match with gigadimes end

An All-Familiar Sight[edit | edit source]

Guile
All right, that's enough. Wrap it up.
Solid Snake
Good work today, you three.
Sagara Sousuke
It was no problem.
Ushiromiya Battler
You know, I think I'm almost getting used to these squats.
Guile
Good for you, kid. But I'm afraid you won't get to savor that feeling.
Tohno Shiki
Huh? Wait, does that mean...?
Solid Snake
Word through the grapevine is that the three of you should be graduating soon.
Tohno Shiki
Hell yeah. It's about time!
Ushiromiya Battler
Yeah. I can't wait to not have to carry Johnny Cage's bags around any more. It's not right for a man to pack that match.
Solid Snake
There's even been rumblings that they're calling you up for something big.
Sagara Sousuke
"Something big"? Could that be...
Guile
Don't get ahead of yourself kid. I've heard those rumors too. But I've also heard rumors about us doing a joint show with Amakusa Elite.
Tohno Shiki
Hey, that wouldn't be so bad. It'd give you a chance to reconnect with your old friends, right Battler?
Ushiromiya Battler
I guess, yeah...
???
Oho. So this must be the young new generation I've heard so much about.
Sagara Sousuke
O-Old man!
We know this old man! How could we not recognize that gaze and the scar on his face!
Robert E. O. Speedwagon
Haha. Saluting me while calling me "old man", I can't tell if you're being too respectful or too disrespectful.
But it is true that I'm just an old man, so there's no need to salute me, Sousuke.
Sagara Sousuke
B-But...
Robert E. O. Speedwagon
I've left Mithril entirely in young Miss Tessa's hands. She's your commanding officer. I'm merely a benefactor.
Solid Snake
What brings you here, Mr. Speedwagon?
Robert E. O. Speedwagon
Does an old man need a reason to return to his old stomping grounds? I'll have you remember, I was one of the original members of this organization.
Antonio and I had many a battle in our heyday. It warms my heart to see that same spirit burning so brightly in the present, and into the future.
So you two must be Tohno Shiki and Ushiromiya Battler, whom I've heard so much about.
Ushiromiya Battler
Uh, yeah.
Tohno Shiki
Mr. Speedwagon, was it? Sorry, you have us at a bit of a disadvantage.
Robert E. O. Speedwagon
Oh, where are my manners? I'm Robert E.O. Speedwagon. In my time, I was a G1 wrestler, and when I retired I served on the Board of Directors.
But now, I'm a simple philanthropist. Perhaps you've heard of the Speedwagon Foundation?
Ushiromiya Battler
Oh! I think our family has worked with that group before.
Tohno Shiki
Yeah, I think I've heard Akiha say something about them.
Robert E. O. Speedwagon
I've known old Kinzo for years. This actually isn't the first we've met, met Battler. But you were only about yea high last I saw you.
Ushiromiya Battler
R-Really? Sorry, I don't remember you at all.
Robert E. O. Speedwagon
Ahah, don't be. You were quite young.
Sagara Sousuke
What brings you here, old man?
Robert E. O. Speedwagon
I have a great affection for this place, so to see it in its present financial straits is quite saddening.
I've offered my aid to Inoki, but stubborn old mule that he is, he'll have none of it. I never should have stepped down from the Board.
It would be a shame for this place, with all its history, to fold. Ah, but I'm sure with bright young minds like the three of you, the danger of that is nonexistent.
Ushiromiya Battler
Uh, if you don't mind me asking, Mr. Speedwagon, why did you resign?
Robert E. O. Speedwagon
From the Board of Directors, you mean? Irreconcilable differences. I could not condone the decisions and direction they wished to take the company.
Ah, but I digress. I shouldn't be bringing up politics in front of you young lads.
Ushiromiya Battler
Hmm...
Guile
All right, the three of you are dismissed. Get out of here, surely you've got something better to do than swap spit with this old codger.
Ushiromiya Battler
It was nice to meet you, Mr. Speedwagon.
Robert E. O. Speedwagon
The pleasure was all mine, young man.
Well? You're certain about it?
Solid Snake
All of Otacon's readings have come back positive. There's no doubt. She's a Whispered.
Robert E. O. Speedwagon
And you have her under protection?
Guile
Not that she's aware, but yes. Currently Urz 2 and Urz 6 have her under surveillance. And of course, Sousuke acts as her active body guard.
Solid Snake
She's a high school girl. As long as she keeps a low profile, we shouldn't have anything to worry about.
Robert E. O. Speedwagon
The Whispered are the key to unlocking the secrets of BLACKED technology.
As more organizations and global actors begin to realize this, the search for those gifted—or cursed—as Whispered will only intensify.
If we were able to locate her and confirm her status as a Whispered... Then it is only a matter of time before someone with more nefarious intentions does as well.
Solid Snake
Mrghmrm.
Robert E. O. Speedwagon
We can only pray that when that day comes, we are able to safeguard her.
Takeba Yukari
Ugh. You didn't tell me that you knew these losers, Chidori. Let alone that they'd be here! I mean, I'm okay with Sousuke, I guess, but these two? Yuck!
Ushiromiya Battler
Yeah, I had no idea the two of you were friends. We've been hanging out with you and Sousuke the past three months and it never came up.
Tohno Shiki
Yeah, even I didn't know.
Takeba Yukari
No one asked you losers.
Chidori Kaname
Oh come on, Yukari. You're single, and it's not like you're getting any younger.
Tohno Shiki
Yeah and I hear getting angry causes wrinkles.
Takeba Yukari
What did you say!?
Chidori Kaname
So come on, lighten up, live a little! Don't be such a stick in the mud!
Also, Sousuke and I are supposed to have the dysfunctional dynamic...
So I'd really appreciate it if you didn't go into business for yourself and infringe on our gimmick.
Sagara Sousuke
Actually, I'm fine with it.
Chidori Kaname
Who asked you!?
Tohno Shiki
Hey, Battler? You all right, man? You've been uncharacteristically quiet.
Ushiromiya Battler
Yeah. I was just thinking about what Mr. Speedwagon said.
Tohno Shiki
What, you mean about the company finances?
Ushiromiya Battler
Yeah, I mean... This is the fourth promotion I've worked for.
Every time it feels like I've settled down and made friends, I get the rug pulled out from under me. I don't want that to happen again.
Tohno Shiki
I get what you mean, but a company's just a company. If it goes under, and we go our separate ways, there's no reason we can't still be friends.
Ushiromiya Battler
It's easy to say that, but as people, we're tied to the places we inhabit.
I haven't really seen or heard from any of the guys who I hung out with in AEW since I left. And the same goes for when I was at TFR.
It's not anything personal, it's just hard to keep connected with people you no longer see on a regular basis.
When we're no longer tied to the same places, we naturally drift apart.
Chidori Kaname
W-Woah. That was kinda deep, Battler.
Takeba Yukari
Forward thinking? Ick.
Caring about the financial success of your workplace? Ick.
Being friends with people at work? Ick.
Worrying about the future of your interpersonal relationships? Uhh, major ick!
Sagara Sousuke
I see. It's like being reassigned to a different unit. I hadn't thought of it like that. I've enjoyed it at G1, so it would be a shame if it were to go under.
Chidori Kaname
...
Tohno Shiki
Hey, nothing is going under. Let's stop with all the doom and gloom. Let's do karaoke. Battler started this, so he's up first.
Ushiromiya Battler
Huh!? What? Me!?

Preemptive Revenge on Saihara's Friend[edit | edit source]

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  2. Eugene Chaud is #AllElite
  • Game: WWE 2K23
  • Stage: AEW Arena
  • Singles

Eugene Chaud
by DQ
Winner

Chaud had a new theme...

HUNK invaded to attack Chaud but he fought back... and due to HUNK's interference won by DQ.

Deep Words from the Demonic Swordsman to a Cryptic Onlooker[edit | edit source]

Vergil
Hmmmmmmmmm...
The sire of Sparda has not initially spoken by choice...
...
...
...
And you know...
...the power of...belts.
Don't make a banger.
...
...
...
...the power of...bangers..
Make the belts.
...
...
...
We are...
...
Who we are...
...
And we will become...
...
Who we will become...
...
So...brother...
You think...
...
...the power of a banger...
...
Will make your belt powerful?
...
I think...
...
I may just have to show you the power of a real...banger...
Why not...after all we share the same blood.
I'll just...use more of yours to undo Amakusa's little mistake.
...
So...brother.
...
I suggest you beware.
...
Take care.
...
Because the bangers...
...
...
...
Disappear into the night...

The Mario Party Crashers' Doubled Retribution[edit | edit source]

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  • Game: WWE 2K23
  • Stage: AEW Arena
  • Steel Cage Escape
  • Tornado-Tag

Escape Order
Steve Burnside
Komaeda Nagito
Peppino
TEAM Peppino Winner

Moves in the Dark[edit | edit source]

Kaz Hirai
...and it's all because your plan with the Soprano family failed, you absolute nincompoop!
But because the Ryougi Group and the other local yakuza are still around, we aren't meeting our sales quota for the illegal DualShocks!
hey've got a stranglehold on the local black markets!
Okonogi Tetsurou
We're well aware, Mr. Hirai, and—
Kaz Hirai
Well if you're so “well aware”, then why haven't you done something about it!?
Let me remind you, a two bit thug like you needs the backing of an international mega corporation and industry leader like Sony more than Sony needs you!
Okonogi Tetsurou
I assure you, Mr. Hirai, we have the situation well under control.
Kaz Hirai
Well you'd better, or you can take your so-called services elsewhere!
Okonogi Tetsurou
...Idiot. I can't stand that retard.
Kanai Kamon
Should I take care of him, sir?
Okonogi Tetsurou
Nah. He's just blowing hot air. Those idiots at Sony may be a bunch of invalids, but their financial backing is invaluable to our aims.
Kanai Kamon
How do you want to take care of the Ryougi family then? Should we call in Amalgam?
Okonogi Tetsurou
No. We should keep a low profile. Make it look like your garden variety turf war. Get a hold of the Tamashiro family.
Kanai Kamon
Understood.
Okonogi Tetsurou
And as for you... Ya ever heard the phrase, if something is too good to be true, it's probably full of shit?
The fact that you don't want any kind of compensation just makes me trust you that much less.
???
There's no love lost between the Ryougi and myself. And the only compensation I require is the opportunity to finish what I started. To rid the world of the Nanaya.
Okonogi Tetsurou
Heh. If you say so. Go ahead and link up with Kanai then. I'm leaving the coordination of this shitshow to him.
???
Understood.

A Scientifically Nightmarish Main Event-tier Match[edit | edit source]

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  2. Nero is #AllElite
  • Game: WWE 2K23
  • Stage: AEW Arena
  • Singles

Nero Winner

The Buried Truth — Vs. Manny Pardo[edit | edit source]

Francis Zach Morgan
...I knew it. That's him in the distance, isn't it?
Francis York Morgan
Officer Pardo. A very recognizable man.
Francis Zach Morgan
We need to talk man to man. I better hurry up.
Francis York Morgan
I'm afraid we've already got company...
Jacopo Bearzatti
Zach! Don't go leaving us behind!
Richter
Huff... Huff... Doing this on an empty stomach isn't easy...
Charles
Come on, we're here to help.
Jacopo Bearzatti
Tch... That's him over there, isn't it?
I knew you'd find that piece of shit!
Let's hurry up and get in there.

...What the hell is going on here?
Date Kaname
Oh, man, this is the best Coolsville P.D. Gathering I've ever been to!
Officer
Whoever came up with this idea needs a raise!
Date Kaname
Look at the hips on those waitresses. Such revealing outfits... Can I get a membership card?!
Charles
...I should come by more often.
Richter
Maybe I could eat here instead. They've got plenty of cake...
Jacopo Bearzatti
Stop getting distracted! Where is he?! Where is Pardo?!
Date Kaname
...Huh? Officer Pardo? Well, he just went out through the back.
Stopped by real quick. Don't think he liked here that much... Must've had important business to attend to, too.
May I know what's your business around here, though? Place's closed for the day, and I don't think you've been invited...
Officer
Wait a minute, aren't you with the Conseguenza Consortium?
This is Sonozaki family territory. Don't tell me you want to start a war with them?
Jacopo Bearzatti
No! That's not it... Well, I can't speak on behalf of my seniors, but...
Francis York Morgan
Zach, we can't lose sight of him.
Let Jacopo and the others deal with this mess. Follow Pardo! Use the back door!

Francis Zach Morgan
...
You're here, aren't you?
Manny Pardo
Seems like you've got eyes on your back, too.
Francis Zach Morgan
Pardo...
Why are you acting like this? Avoiding us, doing everything on your own...
Manny Pardo
Isn't it obvious? You're a nuisance, always have been.
I never wanted you around.
Spoiled, fancy shmancy brat from the FBI waltzes in, flashing that badge, and steals all the thunder.
This case—my case, the Coolsville Cutthroat—was always mine. It's been mine since day one.
But then you show up, like some hotshot, trying to play hero. What, you think you're gonna sweep in here and save the day? In MY city?
No. See, that's where you're wrong. I AM the action hero this city needs—the one it deserves.
I'm the guardian of Coolsville, the one who's seen the darkness, who's been knee-deep in the filth, and who's still standing tall.
I was always planning to leave you and those gangsters in the dust. When I heard you got called back, I thought I'd hit the jackpot.
No more time wasted playing nice with thugs, pretending like I gave a damn about anything but this case.
I could finally focus on hunting down that killer... But then, when I'm this close, ready to bring it all home, here you come—back again, just to ruin everything.
Francis Zach Morgan
...
Pardo... You don't sound like yourself right now. All this ranting, this desperation—where's the hard-boiled detective who always kept his cool?
Manny Pardo
You think you know me, huh? You don't have a clue.
Francis Zach Morgan
Maybe. But I can tell one thing for sure—you're not just playing the detective. You're performing it, like some actor in a cheap crime flick.
Francis York Morgan
A little on the nose, don't you think? But you're spot on, Zach.
Manny Pardo
Cheap flick? You're damn right. It takes a lot to grow into that role, you know. I've watched all the classics. "Seven"? "Heat"? "Chinatown"?
Heroes like that don't just walk out of the station one day, fully-formed. No... you have to live it, breathe it.
The gritty monologues, the world-weary swagger—it's what people expect, what this city needs.
Without it, what am I? Just another washed-up cop with nothing but regrets.
Francis York Morgan
This is it, Zach. He's more than just a guy trying to be a hero—he's a man who's let his delusion become his identity.
He's terrified because he knows deep down it's all hollow. That's why he's so desperate to hold onto this case. It's the only thing keeping him together.
You remember, right? This is just like "Taxi Driver". 1976, directed by Martin Scorsese.
Francis Zach Morgan
So that's it. All this bravado, this tough guy act—it's a mask. You've lost yourself, Pardo.
You wanted so badly to be the hero in your own movie, you started believing the script.
Manny Pardo
You're wrong! This is who I am now. It's who I've become. I'm the last honest man standing in a city full of scum!
And if it takes knocking you down to keep this city safe, then so be it.
Francis Zach Morgan
If that's the role you want to play, then show me, Pardo. Show me this "hero" you've convinced yourself you are.
Manny Pardo
I will. But remember this, kid—this isn't just a fight for me. This is the final act. My legacy.
The guardian of Coolsville doesn't go down without a fight!
  1. Francis Zach Morgan
  2. Manny Pardo
Iconic Match

Francis Zach Morgan
by Sub
Winner

Francis Zach Morgan
Huff... Huff...
You weren't kidding about that "thick skin" of yours, Pardo. But you're not indestructible. Not even close.
Manny Pardo
Tch... Call it thick skin, call it stubbornness... It's all I've ever had. It's what kept me going this far.
Francis Zach Morgan
But you weren't fighting for the city, were you? It was never about Coolsville. It was always about you—your need to be someone important.
The detective who saves the day, the hero who gets the credit.
You twisted this whole case into your own personal noir fantasy, but that's all it ever was—fiction.
Manny Pardo
You think I don't know that? You think I haven't seen through my own lies by now? But what else do I have, Zach? If I'm not this... This hero... Then what am I?
I wanted to be someone who mattered, who made a difference—like in those old movies. The ones where the hero gets remembered.
But all this time, I've just been pretending... Playing a part that never fit.
Francis Zach Morgan
There's no glory in it, Pardo. No closing credits, no audience applauding your name. Just the consequences of the choices you've made.
You've dug yourself into a lie, chasing a fantasy that was never grounded in reality.
Manny Pardo
I knew this was the end of the line for me. I just didn't want to face it. Not until you forced me to.
Francis York Morgan
Zach, look at him. The facade's crumbling. He's not the lone wolf he's been pretending to be.
He's a man who's backed himself into a corner, holding onto scraps of pride.
Manny Pardo
The truth is... I had my chance. The Coolsville Cutthroat was within my reach, but I couldn't close the deal. I failed.
And instead of facing that, I turned this whole thing into an act, lashing out at you to keep pretending I was still in control.
Francis York Morgan
He's been living in his own noir flick, Zach. Trying to be the hero he saw on screen when he was a kid.
The tough guy who never gives up, even when the odds are stacked against him. But real life doesn't fit into a script, does it?
Manny Pardo
This tough guy act... It was never about justice. It was about hiding how lost I really was, pretending I was the hero in some story when I wasn't even close.
Come on... There's something I need to show you.

Francis Zach Morgan
This... This is where you've been hiding all this time?
Manny Pardo
Yeah. My own little detective's nest.
This is what happens when you get too deep—when the case starts eating away at you until it's the only thing that matters.
I've been living here, pouring over every detail, chasing leads that go nowhere, trying to find patterns that don't exist...
All while losing myself in the process.
Francis York Morgan
Look at these photos, Zach. Crime scenes we never had access to. See the details? He's been withholding critical evidence.
Francis Zach Morgan
Hold on... These pictures... They're from crime scenes we never even got access to. How did you—
Manny Pardo
I was always the first one there, remember? It wasn't hard to pocket what I needed before anyone else arrived. A blood sample here, a piece of fabric there...
I made sure no one else got a chance to screw it up.
Francis Zach Morgan
You've been sitting on all this evidence, hiding it, piecing it together on your own... Why?
Manny Pardo
Because if I gave it up, if I let someone else take over... Then what was I even fighting for?
I thought if I could solve it on my own, maybe I'd finally be the hero I've always wanted to be.
But instead... I lost sight of the real killer, and worse—I didn't even see what was right in front of me.
Francis York Morgan
Zach... Look at what Pardo circled. That cigarette case, engraved with the family crest of Mafia City. It's a dead giveaway... And Pardo doesn't even realize it.
Francis Zach Morgan
Wait a minute... That case—
Charles
Zach! We've been searching everywhere for you!
Richter
Leaving us to deal with those detectives by ourselves wasn't exactly fair, you know?
Jacopo Bearzatti
You... THERE YOU ARE!
Francis Zach Morgan
Stop it, Jacopo! You're not seeing the whole picture here.
Jacopo Bearzatti
Get out of the way, Zach! This bastard's the reason everything's gone to hell!
Francis Zach Morgan
You're wrong. Pardo's not the killer.
Charles
Not the killer? Zach, what are you talking about? What proof do you have?
Francis Zach Morgan
Look at this... All of you. This isn't just about the Coolsville Cutthroat.
Pardo's been sitting on a mountain of evidence that connects everything—from the consigliere's murder to the Coolsville Cutthroat killings.
And right here, buried in the middle of it all... Is the truth.
Charles
This... This is all pointing straight at V. He's the one who orchestrated everything, even the consigliere's death. It's undeniable.
Richter
No way... How did we miss this? It was right there in front of us the whole time.
Jacopo Bearzatti
Dammit! Now that I think about it, V was the one who pointed me in Pardo's direction in the first place! He played us—
HE PLAYED ME LIKE A DAMN FIDDLE!
Charles
Listen, we've been chasing our tails for too long. Now that the truth's out, we can finally move forward.
Look at the bright side. Now we can finally make a proper alliance.
My goal was always to get V out of the picture, too. We can finally take him and Mafia City down once and for all.
Richter
Yeah! It's time to take back what's ours!
Charles
With the investigation work done, we can focus on what really matters—putting an end to Mafia City.
Zach, let's work together and take them down. With you on our side, we can finally win this war.
Francis Zach Morgan
...
Richter
Zach?
Francis Zach Morgan
Charles... This alliance with Jacopo... It didn't just start last week, did it? You've been planning this for a while.
Charles
Well, um...
Richter
There's nothing wrong with that, is there? We needed all the help we could get.
Charles
Exactly. There's no way we could've tracked down Pardo without your help, Zach.
And besides, we needed someone strong enough to tip the scales in a war like this.
We didn't tell you sooner because we thought you'd be hard to convince if you knew about our alliance from the start.
Francis York Morgan
Charles... To think he'd manipulate us like that, Zach. All for his vendetta. He never cared about solving the case—only about getting his revenge.
Francis Zach Morgan
Your lack of transparency disappoints me, Charles.
And you're willing to start an all-out war without considering the collateral damage, the innocent lives that'll be destroyed.
Charles
What are you talking about...?
Jacopo Bearzatti
That's justice. Plain and simple. Some sacrifices have to be made.
Charles
Yeah. V's a monster. He deserves whatever comes his way.
Francis Zach Morgan
No, that's your justice—not mine. I won't be part of this. I have my own justice to follow.
Charles
Maybe your resolve isn't strong enough after all.
Francis Zach Morgan
Maybe not. But I can live with that. Have a nice day, Charles. And you too, Richter.
I'll see myself out.

Manny Pardo
...
Francis Zach Morgan
Officer Pardo... You were right about one thing. You're not the hero of this story.
But you're not the villain, either. Just... Another man caught in the crossfire.
Manny Pardo
Zach...
Catch the Coolsville Cutthroat.
Francis Zach Morgan
Don't worry. I'll make sure he's brought to justice. You can count on that.