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Available for either Japan or America for Tier A/B promotions. But is he active or do we have to wait to use him? He didn't technically wrestle from August till the end of the year...

He may be in flux, but what is the ruling on Vader for the draft?

Let's see how the draft goes and see if it needs to be popped up. 5 should be a good star depending on who's available and such.

That will make it interesting to try and get talent... looking forward to the lists so we can start some planning.

Is this realistic? It would prohibit AJPW from trying to recreate their real-life roster. Yeah, I may have some issue with looking at what their roster was... Abdullah Johnny Ace Dr. Death Hansen Giant Kimala II Patriot Furnas Bobby Duncum Jr The Fantastics... I think 5 may be too small... I plan on moving the guys around outside of tours but there were a lot of foreigners here.

Mascaras has a few shots here and there in 85 but could still be a freelancer Abdullah, Hansen, and Brody still fit the freelance mold Andre is really the only one who had a steady job with the WWF but still did some shots (like we discussed this could be up to his owner) The minis are basically not being used so someone could corner that market The women are interesting as I know that Lutte and I personally wouldn't mind beginning a women's division.

Sorry Boon, you seemed undecided... do you have a specific way you'd go on the matter?

(3) Lutte, MACW, & USWA - Yes (1) Portland - No Let's see what AWA and Memphis has to say about things

I think you could handle those guys kind of like Freelancers in the 83 project maybe depending on their availability. It would kind of be messy but something to work with at least.

WWF NEWS -There was a lot of excitement and worried feelings coming out of the MSG Network special this past weekend. Word has it that Vince McMahon and his television production people had to meet with the MSG Network representatives and discuss the graphic nature of this past week's show. McMahon talked about the attitude of the WWF changing but the representatives were not too please. This on top of the fact that the WWF is trying to get a deal with the Prism network to air Philadelphia Spectrum Shows and possibly expand with the MSG Network to show Meadowlands shows, the WWF could be in serious issue with these companies. -Speaking of Philadelphia, there are some who feel that two events in a row with cage matches may end up killing the town as the WWF won't be able to draw without the gimmick while others know Philadelphia is more of a "rough and tough" wrestling town and they like the action. We will see how it shakes out after next week's show in Philadelphia, will the WWF be able to secure a deal with Prism or will they need to tone things down? - The biggest news coming out of the shows was the World Title win of Hulk Hogan. While most saw this coming a mile away, some were still concerned about the Hulkster's schedule as he has plans to go to Japan in November, December, and January. How will the WWF fair with its number one draw out of the country? -There is call for a big blow off match between Roddy Piper and Randy Savage to take place. No talk on the specific gimmick, but some are looking for it to be the monster launching point for both men to different heights of their respective careers. - Roddy Piper was said to be possibly going up to Portland to do shots but Don Owen turned down the deal at the final hour. Word is that Piper and the WWF wanted to make sure Owen's business was legit before giving up dates for a star like Piper. Piper is said to be open to going, but we will see how it works out in the long run. The same goes for Randy Savage who has spent time in Memphis. Both of these men have made huge names for themselves outside of the WWF and that potential "blow off" match could be the stepping stone for both of their superstardoms in the WWF. - Steve Williams is said to be shopping around for his services... he like Sgt. Slaughter aren't happy with their current positions and would like them to improve of for their contracts to be void. -The WWF will be bringing in Andre the Giant next week on the road to team with Hulk Hogan against John Studd and King Kong Bundy. These are expected to be monster shows. -Gino Hernandez has quietly been the workhorse of the "B" shows as of late. He has been a successful WWF Intercontinental Champion and some are wondering if and when we will see the big championship match with him and Hogan. -There are preliminary talks of the WWF and Lutte International coming together for a special joint show around Thanksgiving. Word from the officials is that they are going to book all the matches as six-man tags as they have been popular gimmicks in the joint shows as of late.

Contact fenton, he has them.

When are sign ups for the next episode?

With there being some apprehension about the 1985 fresh face draft, how would people feel about putting in the freelancers to the draft? I know it would kind of stink for individuals who wouldn't be able to book some of the big names, while it would pump the draft up. I am good on the topic either way as I see value in both. it would be a short term way to bolster rosters and hype with the draft, while also causing some long term issues with people not getting a chance to use those names down the line. Now on the flip side, some people could still book out talent if they got them. For instance, if Andre was in the WWF, I would still book him out to other promotions as a freelancer even though I retained the full rights to him. Almost taking full control of his freelance bookings.

More excited to see who is available on the other/japan lists. AJPW was rocking at this point so bringing in Americans isn't as important as locking down some of the key figures.

WWF on Tour 8/8 Pittsfield, MA - Boy's Club 8/9 Springfield, MA - Civic Center 8/10 Landover, MD - Capital Centre Jimmy Snuka defeated Krusher Kruschev The Russians defeated Steve Williams & Mike Rotudno Brutus Beefcake defeated Hercules w/ Bobby Heenan King Kong Bundy w/ Bobby Heenan defeated Tony Atlas WWF TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP The Briscoes © defeated Bob Orton & Dick Slater w/ Jimmy Hart via DQ when the referee was knocked out! WWF CHAMPIONSHIP Hulk Hogan © defeated Big John Studd w/ Bobby Heenan via DQ WWF on Tour 8/8 Salisbury, MD - Wicomico Youth & Civic Center 8/9 Holyoke, MA - Boys Club 8/10 Skowhegan, ME – Civic Center Bret Hart & Jim Neidhart defeated Mando & Hector Guerrero Davey Boy Smith & The Dynamite Kid defeated The Masked Superstar & The Barbarian via DQ Roddy Piper defeated Ivan Putski Ted Dibiase defeated Hacksaw Duggan BOOTCAMP MATCH Sgt. Slaughter defeated Killer Khan w/ Lord Alfred WWF INTERCONTINENTAL CHAMPIONSHIP Randy Savage w/ Elizabeth vs Gino Hernandez © went to a 30-minute draw!

Maybe post in the other thread who is running what so everyone would know what is taken and what would be available?

That would be open for you since Stampede has closed. Only Eastern Canada is being run at this point.

Is it too early for me to start a dirt sheets thread??

Absolutely great little tour there. MACW has got a roster full of talent. I interested to see Harley and Flair on the same level and guys like Magnum, Windham, and Tully build.

If he's anything like me, he might have made his protections with a plan in mind rather than just going for the four best workers or top stars. I hear Bret has a passport and is looking for revenge against Tiger Mask 2.

Perfect. Keep doin work.

Giant Baba is proud to announce that he will be keeping the contracts of current AJPW Triple Crown Champion, Mitsuharu Misawa, along with AJPW Double Tag Team Champions, Toshiaki Kawada and Akira Taue. The final member of the roster that Baba has retained is Kenta Kobashi! Big surprise, I know. Grimmas, will this be getting its own sub-forum so we can keep track of things rather than having it on the main armchair page? Any news on how you are going to have the "American" vs "Others" in terms of draft-ability to Japan? Will it be anyone or anyone who ever worked in Japan? Do we have to stick to history with All Japan vs New Japan tour guys?

Okay, I re-read that and it made sense. I am going to do some diffing on how to put this roster together but I am definitely interested to see who will be available to bring in from the US if needed.

Kind of makes sense to me, I'm good with that if others are. I just think it follows your tiered system and with bigger companies, it is more likely to have four people stay around to keep foundations. My other question was... do I automatically save champions or do they have to count towards my 4?

I'd say tier 1 could go with 4 guys then tier 2-whatever gets to save 3. Would that work?