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Welcome WMW fans to the latest edition of Jane Says!  In this edition we will take you through a review of Groundhog Slay, a look forward to Graveyard Shift 108, and a special video blog showcasing an interview between me and the WMW Heartlands Champion, Hecate as well as news from around the WMW!  Lots to get to so let’s get started.

First off, WMW’s Queen of Controversy struck again.  Valora had made the trip to Orlando this past Sunday and watched Kronin compete in Dream’s Caged Hell WWA match.  During the week, she was highly critical of Kronin, stating that Kronin wasn’t up to the needed level and that he had choked during the match and perhaps Sault St. Marie should have sent her instead.  Then during the Groundhog Slay pay per view itself, she arrived at WMW Arena and greeted with a summons to Sault St. Marie’s office.  She responded by knocking the Stagehand out with her lead pipe, and blowing off the summons.  I’ve been informed from the WMW Front Office that Valora has been fined for her assault on the stagehand, but regardless, It is becoming clear, to me at least, that Sault St. Marie will have to step up and take action against Valora.  He can’t sit by and let his authority be challenged, but the question is… what action to take against WMW’s Franchise player?

On the subject of Groundhog Slay 2010, it was an action packed show that delivered memorable events and surprises in just about every match.  Gras-Dawg, once again found a way to win, delivering a Voodoo Plunge to Jordan Keyser from the top rope to net himself a win over the executioner in a very close and hard fought match and earn himself a Heartlands title shot at Graveyard Shift 108.  Hecate defeated Damian Knight one more time but then…is anyone surprised?  In what did turn out to be a surprise, Jade and Amariie had a tough, epic confrontation but in the end, Jade was just a bit better as she knocked Amariie out with a Jade Kick while Amariie was in mid air, trying for a moonsault.  We have heard preliminary reports that Amariie was injured in that match, we will keep you informed of further developments as that story unfolds.

In the Ace Superior Title match, Father Nathan pulled off a huge win as he earned both his first victory over Druscilla and his first title as he walks out of Groundhog Slay the new Ace Superior Champion,  A big win for him and a  devastating loss for the Daughters of Darkness who are now reeling from 3 straight losses to Irish Catholic Priest.

In the tag team title match, Valora’s tag team woes continued as she once again failed to win the Tag Team Titles.  Her and Umbrage took it to Ryven and Kronin, but Kronin and Ryven were just a few steps  ahead and came out with the titles, Ryven claimed after the match that he and Kronin would hold the belts longer then Umbrage’s record setting reign.  Valora’s woes continue in the tag team division, which continues to be the only division that she can’t find success in.  Everyone has an Achilles heel and it seems the tag team division just might be Valora’s.

This brought us up to featured bout of the night, the All-In Challenge.  Nearly every superstar took part in this big time match, which had it’s own fair share of surprises.  The biggest of which had to be AWS Man being eliminated by none other then WMW Commentator Bill Hughes, after AWS Man brought him into the match and began pummeling on him for no reason whatsoever.  This might seem odd to most but then, they don’t call AWS Man (Also Known as Bill) the Insane One for nothing.  The big winner of the night was Kronin who went from number 7 all the way through, ending AWS Man’s previous dominance of the match.  This win earns Kronin a date with Valora at Ides of March in a Great Lakes Championship match.

Looking ahead to GS 108, WMW is looking to get the MTL 3 tournament started and we also have the highly anticipated Heartlands title match pitting the Champion, Hecate, who is getting nearer and nearer to breaking Jade’s record as longest reigning Heartlands champ, defends against the brash, cocky, and athletically talented Gras-Dawg.  Also, we already seem to have what should be the official card taking shape.  Matches booked so far for the show are:

Wone taking on Damian Knight

Mo’Bad taking on the Analog Kid StormRider

Gras-Dawg vs Hecate for the Heartlands Championship

Eric Dillenger and Jordan Keyser taking on a team to be announced

The Hardcore Icons vs Jade and Hecate

AWS Man (Also Known as Bill) and Adam Pyre vs Kronin and Ryven

So as you can see, an exciting card taking shape.  Now, for my weekly overview of the Ace Superior Division and there have been big shifts here.  We have gotten word that Druscilla is still in the division but may be taking some time off from in ring action.  Adam Pyre, and Ryven have also left the division.  Wone and Eric Dillenger have been moved up to the ASC division to replace the departing ones as Ryven moves into the Shoot division, the same division that Umbrage has also entered, meaning that in the Ace Superior Division, Father Nathan will have a whole host of new challengers awaiting him and neither one of the new entrants are known for taking prisoners.  Early predictions for Ides of March are Father Nathan vs Wone for the Ace Superior Championship.

Now for our brand new feature here.  A videoblog post, featuring an Interview I did earlier in the day with Hecate.  We covered a lot of topics and this just might become a regular feature here on Jane Says.  Without any further adieu, here we go:

Jane – And now fans, for an exciting first for me.  Our very first interview  segment on Jane Says.  My first guest, is none other then Hecate, the WMW Heartlands Champion

[Hecate walks in wearing her ring attire with a black and green leather duster over top, the Heartlands belt fastened around her waist.]

Hecate – Thanks for having me on the Show again Jane.

Jane – Anytime, Hecate.  Now, I have a lot of questions and would like to get into it.  First off, Father Nathan shocked the WMW world by defeating Druscilla to win the Ace Superior Title and also earn his third straight win over the Daughters of Darkness.  Put simply.  Have the Daughters of Darkness underestimated Father Nathan and is the DoD in trouble?

[Hecate shakes her head slowly.]

Hecate – Father Nathan declared war on the Daughters of Darkness, all to appease his own self worth. Things like that carrry costs, costs that yet to be paid. Father Nathan has gotten a few wins, the victory over Jade was a shocker, the victory over Druscilla….that is a different situation. I will just say that Father Nathan will have to paid the price for his actions soon enough.

Jane – I see.  Father Nathan has said he expected to pay a price for things as well, we will have to see what the future holds in store for him.  I am glad for his success though, being something of a fan of his.

[Hecate smiles slightly.]

Hecate – He has earned some success here, but he’s allowing the fans to dictate what he does, not his God or himself and that will get him into situations he doesn’t want to be in.

Jane – Now, onto my next question.  You are a technical wrestler.  Jade is primarily a martial artist.  Traditionally, these two types have had a noted rivalry in Pro-Wrestling.  Yet, in spite of this, you and Jade have teamed up.  What made you try this pairing and how do you overcome the difference in mindset and style?

[Hecate chuckles softly.]

Hecate – Well lets start with the second part of your question, the mindset is actually easy to overcome because neither of us have that sort of mindset. We both are students of the ancient ways and have been trained to never stop learning and improving. Because of that, Jade searched for someone to help her with the weaknesses in her game and I looked to add yet another level to my game. Jade was sent to me and we just hit it off, kinda hard to describe what happened. After working together awhile, we talked about our lack of success in the tag team divisions and decided to give it one more shot and see if we could make a go of it

Jane – and speaking of hitting it off, there have been a few teasing segments and rumors are flying about just how deep you two have gotten in your team.  What exactly is the status of your relationship with Jade?

[Hecate quirks an eyebrow and grins.]

Hecate – Now that would be telling, I will say we have become very good friends, suppose you could call use BFF’s. Where it goes from there, time will tell..Jade is still dealing with the situation between her and Scott Vyper.

Jane – She does seem to be upset about that situation, for sure.  One last question on you and Jade as a tag team before we move onto a few other topics.  You and Jade have been chosen to represent WMW in the WWA Tag Wars Tournament, and entered MTL 3.  Why do you think you and Jade were chosen when Ryven and Kronin weren’t and can they be stopped as the tag team champions?

[Hecate pauses for a moment and thinks.]

Hecate – I can’t say for certain why Sault St. Marie and WMW Management picked us over the Tag Champs, but if I have to guess I would say WMW is trying to get as many of the top WMW stars out there for exposure plus Sault St. Marie is expecting big draws from the expected Kronin and Valora matches and he wouldn’t risk his money makers.

Jane - That makes sense.  And the other part?  Can Ryven and Kronin be beaten as tag team champs?  Or are they just too perfect a team to stop at the moment?

[Hecate shakes her head.]

Hecate – Anyone or any team can be beated, Kronin and Ryven are both very good but just like Valora they are not unbeatable. It takes a smart game plan and focusing on uncovering their weaknesses inside the ring and exploiting them.

Jane – I see.  Now, onto this coming week.  You must defend your title for the second time in 2 weeks, this time against the undefeated newcomer from New Orleans, Gras-Dawg, who seems to be simply on fire since his debut in WMW.  Now, I have a few questions about him.  First off, Do you consider him a worthy contender for your title?  And are you intimidated by him?  Not necesarrily by the man himself but by what he brings to the ring, given his size, strength and athletic ability?

Hecate – Gras-Dawg, he’s been impressive so far here in the WMW but he’s only had three matches, It’s hard to really know how a person will do after only watching three matches. Is he a worthy contender for the Heartlands Title…Jane, how many times have we talked now? I take every contender exactly the same, as if they were worthy and the best out there, Gras-Dawg will be no different

[Hecate pauses and takes a sip of water before shaking her head again.]

Hecate – I’ve wrestled all over Japan, I’ve being a training partner for Kronin and got broken down and rebuilt in the Dungeon for just starters, I’m not intimidated by any opponent, I respect his skills and what he can do in the ring, but I don’t fear him or am intimidated by him.

[Hecate smiles and takes another sip of water before answering.]

Hecate – I’ll prepare for him like I do all my opponents, I will devise a way to break him down and go into the ring and do just that. He’s an impressive wrestler, but he’s still learning how to translate from a street fighter to a ring wrestler.

Jane – It should be a great match to see, that’s for sure.  Now, about the All-In Challenge and Groundhog Slay as a whole, what were your impressions?  How do you feel about how thinngs went down?

[Hecate lets out a short little laugh]

Hecate – Well upsetting Pyre’s plans were fun, payback’s a bitch. And choking Damian Knight out after her tried to trick me out of the HL title was surprisingly enjoyable. For the All-In match itself, it’s always a let down to not win your the match your in, but those types of matches are so chaotic by nature as long as you last some time in there you can consider it a victory, especially being one of the smaller participates. Overall I think WMW put out another solid show and look forward to topping it at Ides of March

Jane – I’m looking forward to Ides of March too.  That brings us to the end of the questions.  Any final remarks to add in?

[Hecate smiles and takes another sip of her water.]

Hecate – Thanks for having me on again, and I have to say that things will be getting very interesting in the Heartlands division fairly soon, I got approval from WMW management to start implementing some of my ideas in the near future.

And that was my video interview with Hecate, and also brings us to the end of this weeks blog post.  Tune in next week to get the inside scoop about news and happenings inside WMW!  Until then, I’m Jane Coughlin, WMW News, heading out.