Bruce McLeod: When I put my name out there… when I entered this contest, it was a joke.
Shelly Marks Marks: A joke? Please… explain?
He sighs, taking another swallow of water to banish the rasp in his voice.
Bruce McLeod: Was ridin' high on the hog in CGW… waitin' for the string of luck tae run out. It did, of course. Before the brackets were drawn, the company closed its doors, leavin' me unemployed. No backing. Not a single accolade tae advertise. It's hilarious, luv. This whole thing… makin' it this far. If I don't laugh…
He shakes his head, shifting tracks abruptly.
Bruce McLeod: My wife's at home, pregnant as a house. She'll watch this on the replay, am sure – hello, Cherry-love.
He blows a kiss towards the camera.
Bruce McLeod: My daughter's with her fiancé, keepin' him sane. Am here alone tonight. Headin' to the final round with no supporters. No fans. No corporate sponsors or fair-weather friends. An inked contract for a company that hasn't yet launched doesn't mean too much, now does it? Nah. It's just more of the same… small pond stuff. But if I can go out there… if I can be the last man standin' against these three… then I'll admit your praise has merit. When I've earned myself a shot at the Splat Champion, I'll be satisfied I've finally done something right. Until then? Am just a scrappy little shyte from Glasgow who's lasted this long in the business 'cause he never took a real risk. That's what hangs over me head tonight, luv. Not a fear of failure or the doubt in my own abilities stacked against their collective accolades – experience is all relative. We've all fought our hearts out twice already.
She nods.
Bruce McLeod: The real kick in the arse is knowin' I could've had this years ago…
He looks like he wants to say more but she cuts him off with a smile.
Shelly Marks Marks: Prove the critics wrong tonight, Bruce. That's the best revenge.
It's his turn to nod, a grim smile on his lips as he turns away, limping off down the hallway, his parting thought tossed over his shoulder.
Bruce McLeod: Nae, luv. That's the best motivation.
Shelly Marks Marks: And we will be back for the Triad Challenge Finale match right after this.
Christine Donahue: Before we get the finals underway, Splat has already announced three Splatacular events that will be held in July, August, and September. We already know that the three main events will be all for the Multiuniversal Championship. However, we do have some breaking news. On July 23, at Splatacular Uno, we will also have a Spring Valley Street Fight.
Biff Franklin: Okay.
Christine Donahue: It will pit “Tattle Tail” Candi Bratton going against “Ms. Myrrhder” Jansen Myrrh.
Biff Franklin: Oh shit.
Christine Donahue: Ms. Bratton recently joined up with Jansen and her team for New Frontier Wrestling’s most recent PPV in a Monster’s Ball match. However, in order for Ms. Bratton to agree to appear at that show, Jansen’s manager had to promise that Candi would get a one on one shot at Jansen.
Biff Franklin: Well, it’s common knowledge that Jansen Myrrh broke Candi Bratton’s leg back in 2018, I’m actually surprised that Bratton will be ready for a singles match.
Christine Donahue: I am certain that Candi Bratton has been itching to get her hands on her niece ever since that fateful day. There will no doubt be at least one more match announced for that show as well as the other shows for this summer.
Christine Donahue: This is what we’ve been waiting for. The final four. Got a favorite, Biff?
Biff Franklin: I always have a favorite.
Christine Donahue: Care to elaborate?
Biff Franklin: No.
Christine Donahue: Very well. Let’s go down to ringside and to Madoka Kawada for the introductions of our finalists.
The bell rings.
Madoka Kawada: This match is a four-way elimination-style last person standing match. The rules are simple: For this match, there is no time limit.
There are no disqualifications. All prior competitors have been contained in the locker room to avoid interference. Falls can count anywhere on the Splatterhouse Gym property. When one person cannot answer the 10-count then that person is eliminated from the match and from the Triad Challenge. The winner of the Triad Challenge will be the last person standing after all others have been eliminated. Introducing first…
“Heart of a Champion” from Hollywood Undead plays as Morgan Payne steps out onto the stage.
Madoka Kawada: She is a former NFW Women’s World Champion. She helped defeat Adrian Cochrane and Aiden Balmer in Round 1. She defeated Jan Van Der Roost in Round 2… Moooooorgaaaaaaan… Paaaaaaaaaaaayne!
Morgan walks down the aisle. She’s very banged up with a swollen nose, and a few extra bruises here and there from her battles this evening. She climbs the ring steps and steps into the ring and goes to a corner where the referee walks over and confers with her about the match.
“In Yo Face” by Insane Clown Posse plays into the arena as Mr. Rottentreats steps onto the stage.
Madoka Kawada: He is a former WARPED Evolution Champion. He helped defeat Raven Crowe and Kyle Young in the first round. In the second round, he defeated Atara Themis. Misterrrrrrrrr Roooooottentreeeeeeats!
Mr. Rottentreats comes down the aisle. He’s touched up his facepaint, but there is a bandage over his eye. He makes his way down the aisle, rolls into the ring and hops up onto his feet. He is directed to an empty corner and the referee joins him there.
“Going Down Fighting” by Unleash the Archers play as KPN walks onto the stage, still nursing her shoulder.
Madoka Kawada: She is a former CKP Women’s Champion! She helped defeated Fuzz and Isabella in Round 1. She defeated El Diablo Blanco in the second round. Here is KPN, Kelly… Penzkee… Nelsooooooooooon!
KPN walks down the ring, obviously still having issues with that shoulder. She also has a few new bruises that she didn’t have when the night started. She takes the steps and ducks under the top rope and enters the ring, going to a third corner where she is met by the referee.
Madoka Kawada: And finally…
“Chip” by the Real McKenzies play once again as Bruce McLeod makes his way onto the stage.
Madoka Kawada: He is a former Twin City Wrestling Texas Tag Team Champion. He assisted with a first-round win over Jazmin Davis and Rick Dickulous. He defeated War Queen Leah in the second round. This is Riiiiiiiiiiiiiick… McLeoooooooooood!
Rick makes his way down the aisle. It looks like during the championship match, he got stitches put above his eye, but it’s still swollen and turning purple. He takes the steps, climbs into the ring, and is directed to the final empty corner where the referee gives him some instructions.
Madoka Kawada: Ladies and gentlemen, the Triad Challenge finale is about to begin! May the best competitor win!
Christine Donahue: It’s down to these four. One of these four will walk away with the Triad Challenge trophy, and two competitors will walk away with a shot at the Multiuniversal Championship during one of our three Splataculars that are coming up beginning in July.
Biff Franklin: Splat is not making it easy for the champion, that’s for sure. They’re gonna make the champ fight right up until the merger with Dream Wrestle in September.
Christine Donahue: Looks like the referee has given