Post by Duncan Ryder on May 2, 2021 14:56:33 GMT -5
Name: Matt
Age: 35
How best to contact you: Twitter
Character Name: 'Fundamental' Duncan Ryder
Character Age: 37
Pic Base: Nick Aldis
Ring Gear: Blue tights with a black stripe down the side and the word 'Fundamental' written down the side in white. Black knee and elbow pads. White boots and wrist tape.
Alignment: Face
Twitter handle: @dashingdr
Height: 6' 3”
Weight: 246lbs
Hometown: London, England
Entrance Music: Calm Like a Bomb by Rage Against the Machine
Entrance Description: Blue and white lights flash around the arena. Duncan Ryder walks out onto the stage. He stands with his hands held out wide, taking a moment to soak in the adulation of the crowd. Then he starts to make his way down to the ring, getting fired up and trying to fire the crowd up more in turn. He climbs up the ring steps, 'wipes his feet' on the apron then climbs in through the ropes. He poses standing on a turnbuckle until his music fades out.
Wrestler Style: Duncan has learned different styles of wrestling over the past 15 years, British Style Technical Wrestling from his training in England, Brawling/Hardcore from his time in the US, and High Flying (very much his weakest area) from 3 years working in Mexico.
Following his recent troubles Duncan has found a renewed love for his classic technical British Wrestling heritage and it is this style that has become predominant in his in ring performance.
General Moves (up to 15): Suplex, Scoop Slam, Fireman's Carry, Headlock Takedown, Shoulder Block. Clothesline. Short-arm Lariat, Power slam, Dropkick. Diving Elbow Drop, Arm-wringer. Power Double Leg Takedown, Drop Toe Hold, Corner Shoulder Thrusts.
Signature moves (up to 4):
Standing Dragon Sleeper
Reverse DDT from Standing Dragon Sleeper Position
Running Powerslam (Common Set up for Thames Valley Twist)
Twickenham Tackle - Spear
Finishing moves (up to 2):
QTE Driver – fka Reaper's Bane - Fisherman's Driver.
Now with added crowd interaction. Duncan will get into position to start the move and will signal to the crowd you cheer.
X (Cross) - Duncan hooks his opponent's leg.
Up - Duncan lifts them up to vertical.
Right - Duncan shifts them around in front of himself.
Down - Duncan completes the move, driving the opponent's head down.
Thames Valley Twist - Neck crank and shoulder lock from scarf hold position. Demonstrated at 3:!0 of the video below.
Biography: Duncan was raised in a good area to fairly successful parents. He did well enough in school and was fairly popular. As a kid he was always an athlete and played football and rugby.
Duncan eventually went to University to study sport science and keep playing Rugby. When he graduated and realised he aims of being a professional rugby player weren’t going to plan out he looked for a new physical outlet. This is when he started professional wrestling.
Though he lacked experience, Duncan’s natural athleticism gave him a great deal of potential which more experienced trainers could see. Though he didn't have great success in the UK, he was signed as part of a talent exchange with GIW who believed with the right nurturing he could become a future star. He was sent with his reluctant partner Johnny to develop in GIW.
As the Thames Valley Hit Squad Duncan and Johnny had a shaky start in GIW, failing to capture the GIW Tag Team titles on several occasions. It wasn't until GIW merged with LWF to become UGWC that they gained some notoriety. First they became the Royal 1st Battalion, a gimmick concocted by new UGWC Head of Creative Moss Edwards that saw the pair playing members of the British military (circa War of Independence) come to reclaim the United States for Queen and Country. In this time Duncan and Johnny became UGWC Cooperative Champions for the first time by defeating Donovan Hastings and Jet Somers.
In the end of the year the Champions popularity plummeted and they were threatened with release. They were however saved by Robert Ooley on the condition that they defend the titles against Freak Show Central. In a close run First Blood Match the champions retained and returned in 2011 once again as the Thames Valley Hit Squad.
The Hit Squad became UGWC's most prolific Cooperative Champions and became a part of Ooley's newly formed Human Resources Department. They held the titles all year up until Battleground, minus one week where they were defeated by Freak Show Central, only to reclaim the belts the following show.
The team folded however the first show after their second title defeat with Duncan brutalising Johnny to the point where he needed to be stretchered out of the arena. Duncan looked to prove himself as a singles competitor but had limited success. His run ended at Horizons 2011 when Johnny Blake returned from injury looking for revenge. Ryder was last seen being chased from the arena by his former Cooperative partner wielding a pair of baseball bats.
Duncan wasn't seen again until 2015. In the years since being seemingly exiled from UGWC it turned out that he had fled to Mexico. Events had led him to become the masked wrestler El Blanco Leo and competed to raise money for a local orphanage. He returned at Wrestlestock and despite picking up a victory on day one, did not advance to the Wrestlestock Cup final. Inspired by his success and the promise of better pay days, El Blanco Leo remained with UGWC until the next PPV, Outlast, for which he was recruited to be a part of Team Williams. El Blanco Leo was the second competitor eliminated and was unmasked by Phrixus Deimos. He was subsequently pelted with garbage and booed out of the arena.
He wasn't heard from for over four years, having spent that time working the indie circuit in Texas and moonlighting as a bouncer. However, though not invited, the UGWC 10th Anniversary Celebrations drew Duncan Ryder back to Chicago.
His year has not gone well, being humiliated by Robert Ooley in his attempts to swiftly claim the UGWC World Heavyweight title. This was followed by a failure to avenge himself upon Phrixus Deimos and claim the Cross-Hemisphere title at In Yours Hands. At Coalescence he was forced to team with former Thames Valley Hit Squad partner Johnny Blake in an unsuccessful attempt to prove themselves the greatest Cooperative team in UGWC history against the Piercing Weapons. This was followed at No Holds Barred by Duncan abandoning Johnny inside his cell during a Prison Break match, wilfully costing them any chance at the Cooperative titles. A disappointing showing at Massive Melee followed, in turn followed by a disappointing entry into the Wrestlestock Cup.
All of which led to Duncan challenging for the Chaos title at Kobayashi Maru which he won but was only able to defend once.
After a victory over Sloane Taylor at Horizons, Duncan's 2021 started with a disappointing Global Challenge campaign. Going into Infinity Duncan had hoped that his performance over the past year would earn him better terms when his contract came up for renewal. This was not the case though, instead, having made an enemy of HR Director Ooley, Duncan's contract was not extended and he was cut from the promotion.
After living on the road for several months Duncan signed with Level Up. He became the first ever Power Champion. After losing that title he went on the win the second ever Last of Us gauntlet and following that became the Final Boss Champion, a title he still holds.
Age: 35
How best to contact you: Twitter
Character Name: 'Fundamental' Duncan Ryder
Character Age: 37
Pic Base: Nick Aldis
Ring Gear: Blue tights with a black stripe down the side and the word 'Fundamental' written down the side in white. Black knee and elbow pads. White boots and wrist tape.
Alignment: Face
Twitter handle: @dashingdr
Height: 6' 3”
Weight: 246lbs
Hometown: London, England
Entrance Music: Calm Like a Bomb by Rage Against the Machine
Entrance Description: Blue and white lights flash around the arena. Duncan Ryder walks out onto the stage. He stands with his hands held out wide, taking a moment to soak in the adulation of the crowd. Then he starts to make his way down to the ring, getting fired up and trying to fire the crowd up more in turn. He climbs up the ring steps, 'wipes his feet' on the apron then climbs in through the ropes. He poses standing on a turnbuckle until his music fades out.
Wrestler Style: Duncan has learned different styles of wrestling over the past 15 years, British Style Technical Wrestling from his training in England, Brawling/Hardcore from his time in the US, and High Flying (very much his weakest area) from 3 years working in Mexico.
Following his recent troubles Duncan has found a renewed love for his classic technical British Wrestling heritage and it is this style that has become predominant in his in ring performance.
General Moves (up to 15): Suplex, Scoop Slam, Fireman's Carry, Headlock Takedown, Shoulder Block. Clothesline. Short-arm Lariat, Power slam, Dropkick. Diving Elbow Drop, Arm-wringer. Power Double Leg Takedown, Drop Toe Hold, Corner Shoulder Thrusts.
Signature moves (up to 4):
Standing Dragon Sleeper
Reverse DDT from Standing Dragon Sleeper Position
Running Powerslam (Common Set up for Thames Valley Twist)
Twickenham Tackle - Spear
Finishing moves (up to 2):
QTE Driver – fka Reaper's Bane - Fisherman's Driver.
Now with added crowd interaction. Duncan will get into position to start the move and will signal to the crowd you cheer.
X (Cross) - Duncan hooks his opponent's leg.
Up - Duncan lifts them up to vertical.
Right - Duncan shifts them around in front of himself.
Down - Duncan completes the move, driving the opponent's head down.
Thames Valley Twist - Neck crank and shoulder lock from scarf hold position. Demonstrated at 3:!0 of the video below.
Biography: Duncan was raised in a good area to fairly successful parents. He did well enough in school and was fairly popular. As a kid he was always an athlete and played football and rugby.
Duncan eventually went to University to study sport science and keep playing Rugby. When he graduated and realised he aims of being a professional rugby player weren’t going to plan out he looked for a new physical outlet. This is when he started professional wrestling.
Though he lacked experience, Duncan’s natural athleticism gave him a great deal of potential which more experienced trainers could see. Though he didn't have great success in the UK, he was signed as part of a talent exchange with GIW who believed with the right nurturing he could become a future star. He was sent with his reluctant partner Johnny to develop in GIW.
As the Thames Valley Hit Squad Duncan and Johnny had a shaky start in GIW, failing to capture the GIW Tag Team titles on several occasions. It wasn't until GIW merged with LWF to become UGWC that they gained some notoriety. First they became the Royal 1st Battalion, a gimmick concocted by new UGWC Head of Creative Moss Edwards that saw the pair playing members of the British military (circa War of Independence) come to reclaim the United States for Queen and Country. In this time Duncan and Johnny became UGWC Cooperative Champions for the first time by defeating Donovan Hastings and Jet Somers.
In the end of the year the Champions popularity plummeted and they were threatened with release. They were however saved by Robert Ooley on the condition that they defend the titles against Freak Show Central. In a close run First Blood Match the champions retained and returned in 2011 once again as the Thames Valley Hit Squad.
The Hit Squad became UGWC's most prolific Cooperative Champions and became a part of Ooley's newly formed Human Resources Department. They held the titles all year up until Battleground, minus one week where they were defeated by Freak Show Central, only to reclaim the belts the following show.
The team folded however the first show after their second title defeat with Duncan brutalising Johnny to the point where he needed to be stretchered out of the arena. Duncan looked to prove himself as a singles competitor but had limited success. His run ended at Horizons 2011 when Johnny Blake returned from injury looking for revenge. Ryder was last seen being chased from the arena by his former Cooperative partner wielding a pair of baseball bats.
Duncan wasn't seen again until 2015. In the years since being seemingly exiled from UGWC it turned out that he had fled to Mexico. Events had led him to become the masked wrestler El Blanco Leo and competed to raise money for a local orphanage. He returned at Wrestlestock and despite picking up a victory on day one, did not advance to the Wrestlestock Cup final. Inspired by his success and the promise of better pay days, El Blanco Leo remained with UGWC until the next PPV, Outlast, for which he was recruited to be a part of Team Williams. El Blanco Leo was the second competitor eliminated and was unmasked by Phrixus Deimos. He was subsequently pelted with garbage and booed out of the arena.
He wasn't heard from for over four years, having spent that time working the indie circuit in Texas and moonlighting as a bouncer. However, though not invited, the UGWC 10th Anniversary Celebrations drew Duncan Ryder back to Chicago.
His year has not gone well, being humiliated by Robert Ooley in his attempts to swiftly claim the UGWC World Heavyweight title. This was followed by a failure to avenge himself upon Phrixus Deimos and claim the Cross-Hemisphere title at In Yours Hands. At Coalescence he was forced to team with former Thames Valley Hit Squad partner Johnny Blake in an unsuccessful attempt to prove themselves the greatest Cooperative team in UGWC history against the Piercing Weapons. This was followed at No Holds Barred by Duncan abandoning Johnny inside his cell during a Prison Break match, wilfully costing them any chance at the Cooperative titles. A disappointing showing at Massive Melee followed, in turn followed by a disappointing entry into the Wrestlestock Cup.
All of which led to Duncan challenging for the Chaos title at Kobayashi Maru which he won but was only able to defend once.
After a victory over Sloane Taylor at Horizons, Duncan's 2021 started with a disappointing Global Challenge campaign. Going into Infinity Duncan had hoped that his performance over the past year would earn him better terms when his contract came up for renewal. This was not the case though, instead, having made an enemy of HR Director Ooley, Duncan's contract was not extended and he was cut from the promotion.
After living on the road for several months Duncan signed with Level Up. He became the first ever Power Champion. After losing that title he went on the win the second ever Last of Us gauntlet and following that became the Final Boss Champion, a title he still holds.
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