Post by Vincenzo Armand on Jan 5, 2017 23:21:27 GMT -6
Character Name: Vincenzo Armand
Nickname: 12 Gauage
Hometown: Verona, Italy
Current Location: New Haven, Connecticut
Height: 6' 2"
Weight: 200lbs
Alignment: Heel
In-Ring Style: Brawler/All Rounder
Bio: Born in Verona, Italy, Vincenzo Armand moved to Brooklyn, New York with his parents when he was five years old. An adjustment, they adapted to well, Vincenzo's parents invested their entire life savings into starting a business. Buying a building; located on the corner of the block in which they resided, they would soon transform it into a flourishing grocery shop. Eventually becoming pillars of the neighborhood, through their success. This tight knit community felt like home to the Armands and they were regarded as cherished members. However, with that honor, came the dark secret few spoke of but everyone knew. The neighborhood wasn't just close, it was ripe with the actions of The Verducci Family and the men who worked for them. The mafia ran everything, turning profit from both the illicit and legal process of manufacturing, distributing and selling products in exchange for keeping the neighborhood protected. To work anywhere, meant you were somehow in alignment with the Verduccies. Yet life was good, work was plentiful, there was never a shortage of food and a strong sense of respect and community existed, so few had complaints. They were happy to turn a blind eye to the things that were done and Vincenzo's parents were no different. So long as their son wasn't involved.
Unfortunately, that's the thing with growing up in an environment like that. It always draws you in and claims you, eventually and Vincenzo was no different. It was a classic, moment of chance, he was working at his parents grocery store; stocking shelves, when he was noticed and offered a job that would pay far more than a simple stock boy's salary. Eager to save up for college, Vincenzo accepted and the rest, was history. Yes, the thrilling lifestyle of a gangster seemed to pull Vincenzo in, like a moth to a flame and much to his employer's delight, he had a natural gift and spark for his new found career. Quickly making a name for himself as someone who could get the job done, no matter what. He would find himself getting increasingly involved, in the business. Tasked and assigned on almost a regular basis, he was becoming comfortable with the concept and willfully accepted any and every job that came his way. Until one day, he found himself in over his head, when a deal went wrong and greedy parties on both sides of the exchange, decided to double cross each other. With things going horribly wrong in so many ways, Vincenzo barely escaped the heavy crossfire with his life and took a shotgun blast to the leg in the process.
It was the most traumatic thing he had ever experienced, up to that point and the wound cost him half of his leg. However, the Verducci family had deep pockets and were all too happy to pay Vincenzo's way back to a normal life, if they could count on their loyal soldier to remain on the payroll. Without a second thought edgewise, Vincenzo agreed and was soon fit with a brand new wooden leg. A wooden leg that he would eventually customize. Hollowing out a compartment, perfectly crafted to house a shotgun, the thing that stole his leg would soon become his "go to" weapon of choice. Ultimately earning him the nickname "12 Gauge" for his proficient use of a shotgun, the true toll of his career in crime had finally taken effect. Cold, distant and ruthless, he never again allowed himself to fall victim to anyone. Gone was the man and in his place, thrived a monster. An emotionless killer. The likes of which, no one could rival. Vincenzo Armand was forever transformed and his future was set. Or so it appeared...
For in an inexplicable turn of events one day, Vincenzo quit. Just like that. In the time it would take one to bat an eye, he made the conscious decision to stop everything. Climbing into his black, 1967 Chevrolet Impala, he left Brooklyn and his old life behind, in a cloud of dust. The reasons behind this action are still a mystery but what's even stranger is the fact that there wasn't any sort of retaliation to his departure. He disappeared and it almost seemed like the act was accepted or perhaps, that was simply the desired perception the Verduccies wanted to achieve. There was no way to be sure. Yet, his brand new life of freedom would require money and as his funds gradually became depleted, Vincenzo knew this meant he would soon require a means to obtain an income. That's when he discovered UCI and made the judgement call to step from the shadows. It had been five years since the day he turned his back on the mafia and the urge to look over his shoulder; while not completely gone, had severely decreased. Besides, this new position of employment, would put him in a place where execution couldn't be swiftly dealt. In the spotlight of the wrestling world, he would be safe. It was the perfect solution to his problem, or so he would come to assume. However, the truth of the matter and the consequences garnered from his choice, would remain to be seen.
Attire: Name brand suits; usually in black, grey or navy, designer wingtips and black sunglasses.
Theme song: Aloe Blacc - Ticking Bomb
Pic Base: Theo Rossi
Entrance: Vincenzo emerges from the entrance and walks a steady pace to the ring as the crowd goes silent. With eyes set straight ahead, his attention never wavers or veers to the audience and he shows no sign of emotion, during his journey to the ring. Removing his coat and sunglasses, he places them neatly near the side of the ring and climbs the steel steps. Upon which, he then enters the squared circle and takes his position; leaning his back against the turnbuckle with his arms casually draped over the ropes, where he awaits his opponent(s) arrival.
Favorite moves:
Uppercut
Roundhouse/Mule/Back/Side/ Drop Kick
Leg/Arm/Fist Drop
Headbutt
Chokeslam
DDT
Cripler Crossface
Enziguri
German Italian Suplex
Mudhole Stomps
Pendalum Backbreaker
Sidewalk Slam
Sit-Out Powerbomb
Verticle Suplex
Signature move(s): Soul In Flames (Twist Of Fate)
No Remorse (Codebreaker)
Finisher(s): End Of The Road (Rock Bottom)
Reality Shatters (Gorilla Press onto an outstretched knee)
Nickname: 12 Gauage
Hometown: Verona, Italy
Current Location: New Haven, Connecticut
Height: 6' 2"
Weight: 200lbs
Alignment: Heel
In-Ring Style: Brawler/All Rounder
Bio: Born in Verona, Italy, Vincenzo Armand moved to Brooklyn, New York with his parents when he was five years old. An adjustment, they adapted to well, Vincenzo's parents invested their entire life savings into starting a business. Buying a building; located on the corner of the block in which they resided, they would soon transform it into a flourishing grocery shop. Eventually becoming pillars of the neighborhood, through their success. This tight knit community felt like home to the Armands and they were regarded as cherished members. However, with that honor, came the dark secret few spoke of but everyone knew. The neighborhood wasn't just close, it was ripe with the actions of The Verducci Family and the men who worked for them. The mafia ran everything, turning profit from both the illicit and legal process of manufacturing, distributing and selling products in exchange for keeping the neighborhood protected. To work anywhere, meant you were somehow in alignment with the Verduccies. Yet life was good, work was plentiful, there was never a shortage of food and a strong sense of respect and community existed, so few had complaints. They were happy to turn a blind eye to the things that were done and Vincenzo's parents were no different. So long as their son wasn't involved.
Unfortunately, that's the thing with growing up in an environment like that. It always draws you in and claims you, eventually and Vincenzo was no different. It was a classic, moment of chance, he was working at his parents grocery store; stocking shelves, when he was noticed and offered a job that would pay far more than a simple stock boy's salary. Eager to save up for college, Vincenzo accepted and the rest, was history. Yes, the thrilling lifestyle of a gangster seemed to pull Vincenzo in, like a moth to a flame and much to his employer's delight, he had a natural gift and spark for his new found career. Quickly making a name for himself as someone who could get the job done, no matter what. He would find himself getting increasingly involved, in the business. Tasked and assigned on almost a regular basis, he was becoming comfortable with the concept and willfully accepted any and every job that came his way. Until one day, he found himself in over his head, when a deal went wrong and greedy parties on both sides of the exchange, decided to double cross each other. With things going horribly wrong in so many ways, Vincenzo barely escaped the heavy crossfire with his life and took a shotgun blast to the leg in the process.
It was the most traumatic thing he had ever experienced, up to that point and the wound cost him half of his leg. However, the Verducci family had deep pockets and were all too happy to pay Vincenzo's way back to a normal life, if they could count on their loyal soldier to remain on the payroll. Without a second thought edgewise, Vincenzo agreed and was soon fit with a brand new wooden leg. A wooden leg that he would eventually customize. Hollowing out a compartment, perfectly crafted to house a shotgun, the thing that stole his leg would soon become his "go to" weapon of choice. Ultimately earning him the nickname "12 Gauge" for his proficient use of a shotgun, the true toll of his career in crime had finally taken effect. Cold, distant and ruthless, he never again allowed himself to fall victim to anyone. Gone was the man and in his place, thrived a monster. An emotionless killer. The likes of which, no one could rival. Vincenzo Armand was forever transformed and his future was set. Or so it appeared...
For in an inexplicable turn of events one day, Vincenzo quit. Just like that. In the time it would take one to bat an eye, he made the conscious decision to stop everything. Climbing into his black, 1967 Chevrolet Impala, he left Brooklyn and his old life behind, in a cloud of dust. The reasons behind this action are still a mystery but what's even stranger is the fact that there wasn't any sort of retaliation to his departure. He disappeared and it almost seemed like the act was accepted or perhaps, that was simply the desired perception the Verduccies wanted to achieve. There was no way to be sure. Yet, his brand new life of freedom would require money and as his funds gradually became depleted, Vincenzo knew this meant he would soon require a means to obtain an income. That's when he discovered UCI and made the judgement call to step from the shadows. It had been five years since the day he turned his back on the mafia and the urge to look over his shoulder; while not completely gone, had severely decreased. Besides, this new position of employment, would put him in a place where execution couldn't be swiftly dealt. In the spotlight of the wrestling world, he would be safe. It was the perfect solution to his problem, or so he would come to assume. However, the truth of the matter and the consequences garnered from his choice, would remain to be seen.
Attire: Name brand suits; usually in black, grey or navy, designer wingtips and black sunglasses.
Theme song: Aloe Blacc - Ticking Bomb
Pic Base: Theo Rossi
Entrance: Vincenzo emerges from the entrance and walks a steady pace to the ring as the crowd goes silent. With eyes set straight ahead, his attention never wavers or veers to the audience and he shows no sign of emotion, during his journey to the ring. Removing his coat and sunglasses, he places them neatly near the side of the ring and climbs the steel steps. Upon which, he then enters the squared circle and takes his position; leaning his back against the turnbuckle with his arms casually draped over the ropes, where he awaits his opponent(s) arrival.
Favorite moves:
Uppercut
Roundhouse/Mule/Back/Side/ Drop Kick
Leg/Arm/Fist Drop
Headbutt
Chokeslam
DDT
Cripler Crossface
Enziguri
Mudhole Stomps
Pendalum Backbreaker
Sidewalk Slam
Sit-Out Powerbomb
Verticle Suplex
Signature move(s): Soul In Flames (Twist Of Fate)
No Remorse (Codebreaker)
Finisher(s): End Of The Road (Rock Bottom)
Reality Shatters (Gorilla Press onto an outstretched knee)
