Greetings from Winnipeg

[Damian Bourne]

In the afternoon at the OCW performance center, Damian Bourne strolls into the locker room with a determined attitude on his shoulders. A proud Canadian technical wrestling sensation, emitting a calm focus as he sets his duffle down by an empty locker. Without hesitation he pulls out a folded flag, hanging it carefully by two small ties he makes to the left and right locker side by side of his, a bold reminder of where he hails from. He unpacks his knee pads , boots, and rest of his gear meticulously, preparing for his training session in the performance center. But just as he’s about to suit up there’s an interrupting knock at the propped open locker room door by interviewer Jim Black.

 

Jim Black: Damian Bourne, it’s great to finally meet you in person! You’re already bringing waves of whispers here due to your previous employment, with such a short time in OCW people are eager to know more. You’ve gained quite the reputation in Canada as a skilled, hardworking technical wrestler. What brings you back to OCW?

 

Damian straightens up, a kind smile on his face at first as he nods at Jim

 

Damian Bourne: Well, Jim, I appreciate the welcome back. It’s an honor to be here again, and to bring the art of wrestling back to its roots. You see, watching shows from my home country I’ve seen nothing but trends amongst pro wrestlers, new and old. Wrestling isn’t about these acrobatics, carnival tricks, and who can throw themselves around the ring the most dangerously with no health insurance. To me wrestling is about control, skill, and grounding your opponent, making them submit under pure strength, power, and will. That’s what I’ve spent my career perfecting in Canada. I’m here to show the OCW fans a different level and intensity of wrestling.

 

He pauses, glancing at the Canadian flag he hung up earlier, his expression hardening slightly

 

Damian Bourne: But you know, Jim… the more I stand here since I’ve landed, the more I realize this place might be just another nesting place for American pest fans’ love of flashy stunts and cheap thrills. I’m not here to play to the crowd, or to be some ‘kind-hearted hero’ for you all. I’m here to bring real technical wrestling to OCW. I’m here to show this audience… my audience, the precision and dedication that only a true Canadian wrestler can bring.

 

He points to the Canadian flag behind him.

 

Damian Bourne: See that? That’s who I am, and that’s who I’ll be fighting for. Canada deserves a pro and a future champion who doesn’t pander, who doesn’t waste time on gimmicks, or shortens his lifespan for clout. Every mat, every arena, whether it’s a weekly show or a pay-per-view I’m leaving a legacy, and brother I was Bourne to Win. I’m here to bring pride to my country and redefine what it means to be a wrestler. OCW, you’re about to witness pure skill displayed in the squared circle and nothing less from here on.

 

With that, Damian turns back to his gear, leaving Jim Black momentarily stunned and speechless, thinking OCW may have a force to be reckoned with on the rise.