Post by ASCENT on Aug 22, 2017 13:10:14 GMT -5
Real Name: James Raven
Ring Name: James Raven
Nickname(s): “The People’s GOAT,” “The Prophecy”
Age: 27
Hometown: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Billed From: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Height: 6’3”
Weight: 222lbs
Experience: 5 years
Alignment: 55% Face 45% Heel
Theme Song: “Bleed it Out” by Linkin Park
Wrestling Style
Brawler – 10%
High-Flyer – 25%
Hardcore – 5%
Powerhouse – 15%
Technical/Submission – 45%
Mindset
Confident, and aware. He doesn't waste much energy or movement early, and will rely on quick impact moves and jiu jitsu submissions on the mat to try and wear his opponents out in the opening minutes. As the match progresses he'll loosen up and start taking a few more risks like taking to the air or playing to the crowd (though that's minimal) but he ultimately relies on being a better technical wrestler than most to keep himself safe defensively and work the opponent into a bad spot for a flash finisher. Should the match take place on the mat, he's a jiu jitsu black belt that excells in catching submissions during scrambles and sweeps.
Attitude Toward Cheating
– Almost Never
Strengths | Weaknesses |
Experience Strategy Balanced | Attitude Conditioning Lack of Specialization |
Moveset
Aerial | Ground |
Springboard Corkscrew Elbow Flying Elbow Drop Springboard Crossbody | Ground and Pound Olympic Wrestling Transitions |
Standing | Submission |
Dropkick Swinging Neckbreaker Snap DDT Various Suplexes Running Lariat Arm Drag Takedown | Heel Hook Kimura Lock Guillotine Choke D'arce Choke |
Signature Moves
Ravenlock – Triangle Choke
Ravensault – Top Rope Springboard Moonsault
Finishers
Flight of the Raven – RKO
FYS – Superkick
Ring Attire
Black tights with white Raven silhouettes on the sides of the legs, blue wrestling boots and knee pads, and a blue belt around the waist. Black elbow pads, white wrist tape.
Entrance
“Now here we go for the hundredth time! Hand grenade pins in every line! Throw 'em up and let somethin' shine! Goin' out of my fuckin' mind!”
"Bleed it Out" by Linkin Park suddenly blasts from the speakers, Mike Shinoda’s voice startling the fans as the lights dim slightly and a strobe light flashes atop the stage in line with the steady drum beat. The fans turn with an electricity crackling amongst themselves, awaiting the arrival of James Raven.
“Filthy Mouth! No excuse! Find a new place to hang this noose! String me up from atop these roofs, and knot it tight so I won't get loose!”
The venue lights dim to a near blackout, the strobe light blinking atop the stage the only source of light. The strobe begins to fade from white to blue, and a thin layer of fog rises from the stage floor.
“Truth is you can stop and stare! Run myself out and no one cares! Dug a trench out and layed down there with a shovel up out of reach somewhere! YEAH! Someone pour it in! Make it a dirt dance floor again!”
The crowd reaches a fever pitch, on their feet and screaming the arrival of the Legend. Suddenly the strobe light cuts out and plunges the fans into complete darkness.
“Say your prayers and stomp it out when they bring that chorus in! I BLEED IT OUT!”
The lights return to full blast, James Raven standing on the stage with his arms held out wide as the fans cheer him loudly. He grins from ear to ear, enjoying the moment before making his way slowly down the ramp towards the ring and high fiving multiple fans along the way. He bypasses the steps, opting to roll underneath the bottom rope and beeline for the nearest turnbuckle, climbing to the top and throwing his arms above his head for another loud roar from the crowd. Slowly he settles into his corner, and awaits the opening bell.
Biography
Born to a well known Toronto doctor and a socialite philanthropist, James is the middle of three children. At the age of 17 he moved to the United States with his older brother TJ who was a wrestler with the XWF, and watched from ringside as his brother suffered a career ending injury. James ultimately signed with the XWF in his brothers place and rose through the ranks, winning his first World title well before his 20th birthday and never looking back. He is a 4x Hall of Famer, has a career record of 200+ wins and less than 50 losses, and has an entire room full of awards and title belts. He has owned federations, GM'd, run independant businesses, and is a legitimately self made millionaire. He was married once to former wrestler Mia Sanchez, but the two divorced in 2012. She has primary custody of their 6 year old son. He is a charismatic ladies man but far from a man-whore type. He's returning to restore the prestige that once accompanied his name.
Supporting Characters
Jeremy Silver
Manager
[Jeremy Piven]
Big Shank
Friend
[Edge]
Betsy Braddock
Friend, Love Interest
[Lili Reinhart]
Cat Callahan
Friend
[Cara Maria Sorbello]
Handler Information
Name: Raven
Experience: 5 years
Preferred Method of Contact: Board or Twitter @jamesravenxwf