LA Blade
Height: 6'4
Weight: 268
Hometown: Los Angeles, CA
Alignment (Face? Heel? Antihero?): Neutral
Pic Base: Eli Drake
Backstory/Important Character Details: LA Blade came out of nowhere. No one knows jack about where he's from or what he's after, except that he says he's in it just for the kicks.
Strengths:
Fierce Appetite for Pain: He's always pushing for more before he strikes back.
Unpredictable Offense: His moves can come out of nowhere, making him a wildcard in matches where predictability is key.
Resilience: His capacity to take punishment and keep fighting is unmatched, often turning the tide when others would falter.
Crowd Engagement: He has a natural knack for engaging with the audience, using the crowd's energy to fuel his performance, which often results in more daring moves.
Weaknesses:
Grappling Game: His technique in grappling isn't the smoothest; he tends to fumble in holds and locks, making him less effective in prolonged ground battles.
Predictability in Strikes: While LA Blade packs a punch, his approach isn't very technical and can sometimes be anticipated by seasoned opponents.
Recovery Time: After executing his signature moves, he might take longer to recover, leaving him open to counterattacks if not careful.
Emotional Control: His ego can sometimes cloud his judgment, leading to prolonged posturing and risky moves that may backfire.
Entrance Theme Music (Provide YouTube link as well as name and version): Welcome To LA (Letdown. Remix)
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Ring Entrance (PLEASE write one out for use in match/show writing): As "Welcome to LA" blasts through the arena, the lights dim to a pulsating red. LA Blade strides out from the back, his silhouette barely visible until a spotlight hits him, revealing his menacing grin as he makes his way to the ring with flair.
In-Ring Style (Technician? High Flyer?): Brawler/Powerhouse
10 or More Standard Moves:
Fallaway Slam
Haymaker Punches
Spear
Running Bulldog
Crossbody
Twisting Neck Breaker
Ground and Pound
Running Clothesline
Ankle Lock
Corkscrew Moonsault
Trademark Move Name(s): LA Drop
Description(s): Death Valley Driver
Finishing Move Name(s):
Gravy Train
Description: Back-to-Belly Piledriver
Edge of LA
Description(s): Razors Edge
Favorite Hardcore Attacks/Spots: Good old fashioned steel chair
Additional Notes (What are some things that they would ALWAYS do? Or would NEVER do?):
Would ALWAYS do:
Embrace the Pain: LA Blade will always push the limits of pain.
Use His Environment: He'll always incorporate whatever's in the ring or ringside area into his attacks, from weapons to parts of the steel structure.
Would NEVER do:
Back Down from a Challenge: LA Blade would never shy away from any match type.
Show Fear or Hesitation: Even against the toughest opponents, he'd never display fear or hesitate.
Play by the Rules: He wouldn't adhere strictly to traditional wrestling rules, oftenbending or breaking them to his advantage.