Josiah Cross

HUGE MATCH! This will be fun, im up for the challenge. Im coming for you Parker. IM GONNA MAKE YOU BLEED!

First of all can somebody call the damn WahmBulance! I am very disappointed in the lack of show comments and an increase of BS arguments. Same crap went down on Turmoil. Only if we could get this much talk about the shows it would be great. Justin you got your 3cents in, give it up, hardcore matches use weapons you don’t like the way the matches are don’t watch them. I have actually enjoyed the hardcore matches the past weeks, Parker Stevens has put on some great matches. Anyways since no one else reviews Riot anymore other than Double A and Smythe occasionally I've stepped up to give people kudos and feedback in hopes of receiving input in return. I was super busy last week, not sure how many people actually read these, but what the hell I’ll write one. RIOT REVIEW **1/2 out of **** Bold is back! I much slimmer, new attired, old school Bold makes his way down to the ring. He’s got one of my favorite entrance songs in OCW, very fitting for his character. Bold cuts a promo with some great humor added in. Although it was pretty much all against me, I found it to be very funny. Back to back promos Bold reminds us he HATES Justin Time, funny stuff. Bold thinks up another “genius plan” of his, filing a restraining order against I, Josiah Cross. Bold has yet to learn his plans are utter crap, even after what went down with Mania (being thrown and jail, and receiving absolutely no recognition for any of that storyline). Bold runs his mouth for long enough which leads to the debut of DEATH ROW. Bold receives an ass whooping. I could say “OH look out OCW Death Row is the next big thing! You all better not cross paths with us or else we will beat you up and make fools of you all.” However actions speak louder than words. But both A-Jax and Eddie Mace are both rookies, they are new, no alts, therefore, it will take some time for them to get into the grove of things. So be kind and help them to get comfortable here in OCW. Much appreciated. Nice match between Otomo and CJ. Otomo finally gets a match after not having been booked for ages. Like the roll out of the way into a spring board body splash by CJ, nice move. Otomo started off the match with several submissions so it was only fitting to end with one. STFU for the win. Solid match. Vincent arrives, looking for Kang. Gets told by a girl not to lose like he has been doing since his return. Vincent then says he is the greatest, yet losing all these matches has not changed his self-impression. If this promo isn’t a set up for anything later, pointless. There is history between Baxter and Strider. The captain is out to prove his past victory over Strider was not a fluke, while Strider looks for revenge. Both guys attires were great. Pirates are cool, I’m liking Baxter’s character. Oh and I forgot to mention the anchor of his ship crushed D-Jacks car so that is a plus. God knows what was inside, so Baxter's crew did us all a favor I am sure by wrecking it. The match was a close one indeed. Great ending to the fight. Both guys reverse finishers, a lot of back and forth attacks and reversals. Enjoyed the music on this match as well. Definitely a match of the night candidate. Backstage, Death Row celebrates their debut. There is a knock at the door. Death Row thinks it might be Bold but it turns out to be Cross’ tag partner Kang. Cross assures Kang that Bold won’t be showing up and that the Tag math is now a Handicap match with Valmont. Jay C (sounds and looks like Paul E) makes his way to the ring and cuts an awesome promo very nicely written. Jay proves that he is a man of his word; what he promised would happen at the PPV did. Am I the only one wondering if this imposter Nate is just some random dude or someone Jay recruited…or vice versa, imposter hunting Jay, real one in the Sensational Alliance. Jay C announces there will be a rematch next week between Bauer and Miss Paine. Also there is yet another person from CCW joining the Alliance, but the name was not given. It’s the nWo all over again! Also announced a quality Main Event. Vincent cuts another promo, this time a bit more interesting. It seems he has found a fellow partner to help him achieve a goal of his, to take someone out…maybe to also get a win. The handicap match, TERRIBLE. We had two matches and they both were lag-fests. Valmont said he would edit them together somehow I said that was fine. Turns out he made the match super damn long. It was boring as hell normal and long…yawn. He edited out my one tag in where I owned up but w/e. It was good to be back, just needs to get a true singles match. Nice RP by Smythe and the “A-Team.” “Rachel is Hott! Really Really Hott. …seriously.” Funny stuff. Looks like a Stevens and Smythe vs LeonHeart fued is a brewing. Hopefully it developments more so its not revolved around Rachel. I get enough woman action with the Main Event storyline. Hardcore match wasn’t as bad as people made it out to be. A lot of weapon use but it is HARDCORE. A lot of running and rolling which could have been minimized a bit. The match was decent. Really could have used some music though. Big win for Parker. A funny yet serious RP with Guy, Nate, and Vs. Interesting choice of sandwich, the details added some nice humor. Nate is paranoid for his match, he’s not sure he can trust Guy. We shall see what the deal is. Nate, like he said, has good reason to trust no one. Main Event time. DX thing was funny yet…uhhhhh what was it all about? Nate hitting the pedigree added to the entrance and attires. Nice run in by guy to prevent “Nate” from interfering with a pin. Majin and “Nate” attack Nate while he’s celebrating Guy rolls out of the ring and heads up the ramp leaving Nate to get beat on. Here comes Versus with another save attempt but runs right into Majin. BUT WAIT! Here comes Guy with a chair and Sensational Alliance quickly leaves the ring. BUT WAIT! Guy nails Versus in the head and Nate then takes another beating. Guy goes against his word and turns on Nate. Booooooo. Damn this Alliance! Am I allowed to say that? Final Notes: Match of the night was Strider vs. Baxter. For being a Riot following the PPV it was a little disappointing. To add on to what Smythe said, it may be a little too much of the same. I always thought it would be awesome if a true rookie was added to the Alliance and helped to get pushed. Or someone other the one of the Vets made the save. I know it takes a lot of planning and communication to get these video storylines done but I am sure with some help someone new could step up and help Nate out. The Main Event could really use a splash of new characters. We’ve seen Guy in there with Nate, not taking anything away from Guy, the run in with the chair then turn actually caught me by surprise. I marked when you returned with a chair, only to have you turn on a snap. BUT I would really enjoy seeing someone new working with you all. Someone no one would expect. Well that’s that, Riot was alright. No real response to the formation of Death Row on the show replies, little bit disappointed about that, but those who have recognized my efforts thank you. After getting suspended from Live someone spilt water on Bolds internet or I don’t know what is up but it got shut down. I’m sure he would be running his mouth all over this show but he will be back shortly. Enjoy the quiet while it lasts.

He got suspended for 3 days, they didnt tell him why. But im sure it was because he pissed off the wrong clan on Call of Duty.

Scoop about the tag match. Bold got suspended from X-Box Live...go figure so thats why it was handicap. Also we had the match twice and both were unbelievably bad lag. I believe Valmont said he was going to combine some of both I have no idea what the final product of it is. I will also do a Riot Review, missed last week, but should have one this week.

Wallet stealing Taco Dealing ha very nice.

Josiah Cross can be seen seated on a stool in between two privacy boards. There are several other empty booths, stretched along a small hallway. There is a sign above the seated Cross that reads: VISITS LIMITED TO 30MINUTES. Josiah’s conversation can be heard although the man he is speaking to cannot be seen through the small window. Cross: How you holding up? I am sure it sucks being locked up in there without us. Voice: It’s a living hell in here bro. I can’t wait to get out. It has been too damn long, I am so ready to leave, start fresh, you know. I am ready change man, there’s no way I’m going to risk ever returning to this place. Cross: I hear you. When you released? Voice: This coming Monday bro. Cross: No shit? Voice: Yeah, my time is nearly up. Cross: That’s perfect my friend. This thing with Adrian Bold is getting out of hand. It’s getting dirty. I took a sledgehammer to the knee from behind a few weeks ago. But he can’t keep The Barbarian down. I laid his ass out the following week put him in his place. Voice: Hell Yeah! I got your back…well when I get out. Cross: I feel Bold is plotting to pull some cheap move, one only a coward like himself could think of. I need you on Riot. Voice: The week I’m out? Right away? You know I have no training or any experience. Cross: I don’t care I’ve seen what you have to offer and it’s enough to start as soon as you’re out. Voice: You got it bro, just like old times inside here. I watch your back you’ve got mine. How is Jax doing? Cross: I have been working with him and he is catching on quick. He likes to fight, he’s good at fighting, I’m not worried. As a team, there is no one who can touch us. Voice: You are damn right! You remember that time out by the basketball courts, you, me, A-Jax and that… A loud interrupting voice can be heard in the background. Guard: 30Minutes is up! Wrap it up buddy! Cross: Is there a damn line? That’s what I thought give us a few more minutes. Guard: Now means now get your ass up and leave. Cross: Looks like these jackasses haven’t changed. We will talk of old times soon. Voice: You got it. Damn, I cannot wait to get into OCW. I cannot wait to get a piece of Adrian Bold! Cross: That’s what I like to hear. I’ll see you soon. Cross sits up and heads towards the exit door. Standing there are two armed prison guards. Cross stares both of them down then focuses on the guard to his right. Cross: No handcuffs on me this time…“Buddy.” Cross flinches at him like he is about to attack. Both guards draw their guns on him. Cross: That’s what I thought. This is the last you will be seeing me. Glad we left on good terms. Josiah Cross lets out a loud laugh that echoes down the visitation hallway as he exits out the door, and away from the prison.

Niceeee I made the list! This is very nicely done.

No big deal who cares if Bold is pissed. Move on, just dont shave your head and bleach it anytime soon...might get called out on that one. Wouldnt want Bold to get any angrier. Edit: And now I see Bold edited his post and added the video...WOW! Thats WWG for you...but nice editing for being a total noob at it back in the day I must say.

YOU USED BOTH SONGS FROM NORCALS (BOLD) and I's FUED BACK IN WWG FOR YOURS AND KAANGS FUED! None the less we took it from WM17 that song and it does fit well with promoting a fight. Decent video hype. Match should be good.

Oh nice deffinitly looking forward to the Top 50, tons of great moments last year.

Some good looking matches indeed. Ill be around to watch...possibly fight? Wasnt booked but ill be looking for a fight. Guy vs Mayhem should be good looking forward to that one, also Brad and Smythe.

RIOT REVIEW *** Solid Riot I give it 3 out of 4 stars The show starts off with a continuation in the Nate Ortiz, Majin, Sensation storyline. Damn good entrance video, thats deffinitly a force you dont want to cross paths with...if Jays wasnt enough youve got Malu and RD there too, not to mention OCW champ Majin as well. Who and how they can be stopped is beyond me. The promo was good, I really liked the dubed over "YOU SOLD OUT!" chants for "Nates" entrance. Decent promo to start off the show. I thought Guy vs Smythe would be a beatdown buy Smythe has deffinitly improved. Coming off an upset victory over Reed Smythe nearly pulls out another over Guy but just falls short. Guy I liked the setup move for the elbow drop. Good match. Poison then comes out beats down Guy and announces he wants Guy inside a Cell. Was Poison created for 08 for promos and manging but fights his matches 07? Anyways, should be a good match havent seen Poison much but he has experience and Guy vs Poison should be a nice face off. Anthony Martin proves last week was no fluke beating Blade with his other finisher this time. I enjoyed last weeks match more but this one was still close and good. Has Blade given up? Is Anthony ready to move on? Im very impressed with Martin for being a rookie...hmmm. VV Kang segment was good but with the entrance to the ring, promo, beatdown segment, backstage promo, entrance again for the match, and then a match with Bold...I thought it was a little to much V.V. It was nice work but possibly a little much. Anyways, a match is agreed upon and at the next PPV Valmont and Kaang will duke it out. Side note to VV, the music behind the Kaang beatdown brings back old memories im sure you know where that song was used. Now to my match with V.V. or should I say Bolds match. Im still looking for a return fight because Bold had his own plans and prevented me from fighting in this weeks Riot. The match started out even but Bold pulled away and delivered a whooping hitting two different finishers on V.V. due to controller problems. The ending wasnt great but the match had gone on long enough, could have been ended on a move but it ended on a running STO. Leave it to Bold to stir up controversy even if its something minor like this. Anyways welcome back to Bold.....and I look forward to getting my revenge and putting on a big fued with many twists and surprises to come! The Real Nate is driving Sensations limo! AND HE WANTS TO KILL THE BOSS! Intense promo, Nate gets the prez to agree on a best out 3 falls match at the next PPV for the title...with a cage being the final of the three so it can finally be a ONE on ONE. Nate sends Sensation flying into a mini pool with a punch, atleast it better then being drowned. Hardcore match was good. Stevens pretty much had the upper hand the whole fight. Suplex through the table was a nice spot. Stevens wins with a chair shot followed by a piledriver to finish of CJ. Stevens continues to dominate the Hardcore division who will step up and stop him? DJ Chino vs Fearo was good. Fearo had many chances to end the fight and I thought DJ would end up pulling out a comeback victory but surprisingly Fearo pulls of a huge upset over the recently unbeatable Chino. But there were no hard feelings and the two had a classic dance off at the top of the stage funny stuff. DJ is jumped by Smythe and Stevens in what I believe to be the beginning of a major fued. I guess Chino hadnt learned from all the prior beatings in the show that he should have watched his back. Damn there were A LOT of beatdowns and cheapshots this Riot. On to the Main Event. Was this the same Ed Reed that lost to Smythe last week?!? How you lose to Smythe in the opening match last week then get booked in the Main Event the following week...I dont know, odd. Anyways the match with Majin deffinitly did not dissapoint. Crazy match easily the best of the night. I though Blake had Reed after the chair shot while the ref wasnt looking but Reed kicks out. Reed had several chances to end it one being a 450 splash that barely got a ropebreak. Reed battles back and hits his finisher for a crazy upset. Did not see this one coming at all. Reminded me a lot of HHH vs Shelton Benjamin...not because one is white and the other black...well maybe because Reed looks like Shelton but Blake nothing like HHH but none the less a huge upset. Match of the night hands down. So I mentioned earlier in my Riot Review that I had no idea who or how Sensations groupies could be stopped...well we find out the answer. WATER!!! Thats right everyone better go out and buy tons of H2O because their weakness has been revealed. I wouldnt be surprised if next week Nate drives down to the ring driving a Fire Truck and sprays them all and we watch as they all shrivel up like the Wicked Witch of the West. And thats how it all ends. That would be incredible. Well thats it for this weeks Riot Review. *** Solid show, match of the night was the Main Event. CROSS HAS SPOKEN

geeze cut the guy some slack. I had the same exact problem with a prior controller where it kept recognizing down as right. Whats he supposed to do hit 3 finishers on VV? I think two is enough anymore im sure he would be ripped on for that as I would also see it as disrespecting VV. Edit: Plus its Adrian Bold you had to expect some sort of controversy upon his return. Although this is very minor and easily changeable.

damn theres a lot going on in this weeks Riot, Im almost done with it all surprisingly and I should have my Riot Review done later tonight if not tomorrow. Great show so far I must say.

Best poster ever, that is just classic!

I should be around, Ive never participated in one these but Ive been around to watch a few of them. I should be here ill post if anything changes.

The Monster has escaped LOOK OUT! Nice read.

hmmmmmmm I have no idea what to think of this. But im interested.

Very nice, well done. Glad to see INFAMOUS got some recognition. I liked the inclusion of some the biggest spots from 07 along with the combo of entrances. Good stuff.

Crongratulations. Very nicely done. Deffinitly seems like its now an honor to be listed in the Hall of Fame with the new look and extra additions.

Nice card tons of good looking matches. Its funny V.V. and I go way back and we were talking earlier about the possibility of fighting each other in the future...and it happens this week. Ha good stuff. Should be a good match.

Not sure how often ill be able to give a full review like this but I will try and do one each week. This Riot was very good and deserves a review. RIOT REVIEW (contains spoilers) I give this show ***1/2 (out of **** very very strong show) I did not know Smythe won matches, I guess times have changed while I was away...or maybe it was a fluke. Non the less it was a solid match and I would hate to have been the referee having to raise Smythe's hand after how many times he spat in it. I deffinitly wouldnt mind seeing Nate vs Blake. The Ohio song to end that promo was classic. Anthony Martin must be new havent seen much of him but that was a big win over the veteran Blade. Martin was able to come up big at the end and hit the flying elbow drop which was reversed earlier in the match. Im digging the sharpshooter finisher. Ladder match between Blood and Strider AWESOME! For EX Title NICE ADDITION! ...and also for one half of the tag titles?!? Very interesting. Especially with the Reed Strider issues surfacing. Could this be the beggining of the end for BDTT? Good stuff. Chino vs Kang was very very close. Chinos entrance gets a thumbs up had me chuckling. Dont know much about Kang but it was a good showing from him Chino is no easy push over. The attack from behind from V.V. was well played out. The heat between these two has been building up quite well. Looking forward to the future match. Hardcore match we deffinitly my favorite of the night. It went back and forth. The match ending was awesome starting with the back and forth chair shots being reversed. It was that moment that you knew whoever got that chair shot in would get the upper hand and most likely win. Stevens nailed it followed it up with a splash to the outside and then an elbow drop to the outside to finish. Incredible match VERY VERY good favorite of the night for sure. My Return...no comment other then its good to be back. Now I just need a fight! Matt Wilson making an apperance was good to see. Hopefully sooner than later the Maniac will be back to full time duty. It was a nice touch adding in the clips refreshing everyone of why youve been out of action. I must have missed this whole Guy and Poison religious thing going on. Interesting though it was only fitting for Versus to show up. Like the finish of versus hitting the stunner into the cutter (yeah its been awhile I cant remember the exact names finisher names...feel free to refresh me with them). Guess there was no God to save Poison from that out come I was waiting for VS to get involved and he did. Good showing along with promo. Oh highlight of the RP was playing that video in slo mo and having it reveal a Ninja lowering down to change the Polls on the computer. Classic. And then we get to the end of the show...DAMN! One hell of a promo and the ending video was very well done with the editing. Ill mention of few of the things that stood out in that final segment. -Blakes entrance, the opening with the lips adds a very nice touch I must say. -YOU SCREWED AJ -Majins hip thrust following his moves always get me laughing -Nate running out to save Tiffany only to get nailed in the head with the title, busted open, then conchairtoed to the head by the boss. Terrible just terrible. -Great editing -This looks to be a promosing fued Well that was my input on this weeks Riot take it for what it is. Great show! CROSS HAS SPOKEN!

Woow incredible show, tons of great RPs and matches. Is there still a 2nd page rule or can I post my comments on Riot now?

Because Josiah Cross is returning to Riot...is it not obvious. Ha no, I think this is a good move for you. I can see you doing a lot of good things in CCW. I still need to check out turmoil when I get the chance.

For an hour show that actually went by quite quickly. HIGHLIGHTS -Vision of being on G4 -Chillen with Randy Orton if he was a cool dude and going on a RKOing spree -EWWWWW reaction to an OCW porno -Brittany Spears > Smythe -JR impersonation Great episode of The Desk, enjoyed the questions and answers, Im looking forward to good things in 08.