As a child of an alcoholic mother, seeing him toss the beer and choose love instead made me sob. It’s the moment I wished for my entire childhood and never had.
damn I’m sorry to hear that. I hope you got some catharsis from Full Gear. You sound like a good person. Im sure you have and will have people in your life who choose you over everything
It made me cry, too, just seeing him make the right decisions. Both during his apology to the Young Bucks and when he chose the Dark Order over alcohol. He finally understands the power of friendship… and/or he chose his family. I hope that, even if you never get to have a great relationship with your mom, you can find family that makes your life fulfilling and full of love 💗
We laughed, we cried, we celebrated his wins, brooded with him in his losses, but at the end of the day, even if we don't know Hangman personally, THIS WAS LIKE SEEING YOUR BEST FRIEND SUCCEED IN ALL HIS DREAMS!!! WE'RE PROUD OF YOU HANGMAN!!!! C O W B O Y S H I T !!!!!!!!
Imagine that but a friend of yours calling you at 3:00 am in the morning with a smile and A championship in his hand proving you wrong after you saying that he should retire and be a rodeo cowboy for real because how good he looks like a cowboy and you doubting him because he wasn't on the show and he calls you with a smile saying COWBOY SHIT!!!!! That's Some Real Cowboy shit bro the feels because I didn't watch the show and he calling you bruh sleepy as all hell I screamed YEEEHAWWWWWW!!! Man Some Wholesome shit bruh I love that guy hopefully he has a long reign
The graphics team saying "We're proud of you", The bucks having this sad but proud look on their faces, Hangman throwing the beer. I never thought a Pro wrestling match would make me cry, man I love this (cowboy) shit. Shout outs to Omega too who pulled the entire match perfectly even injured.
When the bucks were looking at hangman in the ring corner and finally letting him know that "we're here" was perfect storytelling . Finally AEW chapter 1 has closed.
a BTE bit last 2020 (although labeled 2019 (All Out 2019), moments before Hangman vs Jericho he requested the YB to be at his side on his "coronation" of supposed to be 1st AEW champ, but the bucks hesitate to do so since they reason out that they are "banged up" from escalera de la muerte match) then 2 years later is what have reflected at the end of full gear they finally witnessed and accepted hangman's destiny to be the AEW champion
This is the story that brought me to wrestling. Imagine me in early 2020 thinking all wrestling storytelling was this good, tuning in to RAW, and losing three valuable hours of my life.
"...We need something to relate to, we need something to sink our teeth into and that's why everybody loves Hangman Adam Page because we can all relate to him." I felt that
I feel like the pitch to Hangman at AEW's founding was that with long-term story telling: You're not going to be the first champion, but you'll be the first homegrown champion.
Kenny is kind of the first homegrown (in the sense that people typically mean it, which is not being known for being in a bigger North American company for a significant period).
"The time of larger than life characters is over. It was a product of it's time. Now we need characters we can relate to" - This is the biggest change in Pro Wrestling in the last decade. Relatable characters. While the 80th and 90th brought some truly legendary characters to life, their time is over. Hangman is the definition of what a fantastic character in Wrestling in 2021 can be. Even Darbys character, his unique gear and style has its roots in his insecurities. That's why Darby is so relatable (Especially to the younger audience).
A thing of beauty, if WCW didn’t ruin the Crow Sting arc right at the end it would be right beside this as far as long term. Goldberg undefeated, is a long term arc, Undertaker’s Wrestlemania streak and losing it to Brock all long term. The reason I think this arc works the best is it had real life twist into it. Brodie Lee (God bless the man) passing was a catalyst to the Dark Order’s part in Hangman’s story. All Out would have been a fine place to win, but I think Page’s hiatus for the birth of his child let the story get a bit of extra momentum down right near the end since it added a whole extra element to Page. This story had real life change it in beautiful ways even in dark moments. Page to me is the most compelling wrestler I’ve ever seen, but I got to live it, I’m only 21 so I didn’t live some of the great long arcs, but I feel more impacted by long arcs and frankly those stories are dying out in wrestling, but this is the exception the story that could and it has been one of the best stories regardless of medium and that’s a beautiful and strange thing to happen in wrestling of all places.
undertaker's streak wasn't really an arc. it was a thing that came to be by happenstance and then became a thing they whipped out in february every year. vince hasn't done a long time story arc in 20 years. the only thing that comes close is the Daniel Bryan arc, and that too happened cause the fans forced his hand.
Agreed except about taker losing to Brock. There's an interview with Paul heyman where he asks 'who else could have done it believably', that isn't because brock was booked long term to beat taker, its because he's fucking ufc former champ brock lesnar. The ending of the streak was a disgrace (how it ended, not that it did, it always should have ended).
I love that AEW sticks to their booking. They didn't just drop Hangman's title pursuit to give it to whoever they recently scooped up. That means a lot.
I feel like this was the end of the first chapter of AEW and the second chapter will be a lot better. Congrats to Hangman Adam Page for such a huge accomplishment in his pro wrestling career.
Hangman’s story is incredible! His story of redeeming yourself after failing resonates with a lot of people! So glad that Hangman is the NEW AEW World Champion after the culmination of two years of pure storytelling! Amazing!
You could see that when Hangman won, he went straight down to Omega to pat him and thank him, and Omega gesturing back. Omega knew that losing the title to Page was the right thing to do and a monumental part of Hangman's story. The Bucks being in his corner, when they weren't originally was a great piece of long term storytelling as well. Seeing the Hangman's rise then fall than rise again to the top is a fantastic piece to a great story where Adam even admitted, that he doubted himself and let himself down so many times when he found what he was telling himself and delivering was lies, which in itself created doubts in himself. To see him overcoming it was the cherry on the top, to show that despite all his struggles, with time he had worked hard and arrived to the point of redemption where he had discovered true friends and a true belief that he can be the World Champion and would become one.
"Hangman" Adam Page has come a long way since his days in Ring of Honor & New Japan Pro-Wrestling. Since joining The ELITE (within Bullet Club), he had support from them, even as the enemy. Matt was the guy for the special detail since he let Hangman be with Dark Order in acceptance, and gave the nod to go for the big win. *The Era of the Hangman has finally begun.*
@@Gordo.123 nah 8 think Omega taken time off. He’ll be kicked out of the Elite and written off until 2022. He’ll come back stronger than ever as a baby face feuding with Adam Cole
This match broke my heart. From the 3 year long story leading up to this, to then Kenny gazing at the sign “What would Kota think”…this match was just amazing..Kenny kicking out of the one winged angel then the nod from Matt Jackson was the point that had me in tears. I’ve never cried to a wrestling show but I’ve never felt so happy for a wrestler winning a title. Still honestly to me the most heart breaking point in this match was Kenny’s entrance staring at the “what would Kota think?” sign.
@@taranveersingh93 omega and Kota (Ibushi) used to be a tag team called the golden lovers. And not just a tag team, those 2 have known eachother since omega actually started in Japan ^^ And I have a feeling the story of the golden lovers second reunion, is about to start ^^
The story of Tranquilo Club, a drama in 4 acts: "Masterpiece", "Heartbreaking", "Calculated" and "Triumph". Seriously though, this was such a powerful long-term story that even I had to buy Full Gear to see it conclude. Now little confession: I've never actually bought a wrestling PPV before. I've done almost all my following of wrestling after the fact or second hand because watching wrestling normally isn't easy for me, and I've had financial issues during the pandemic especially which have made it hard to justify starting to drop money on PPVs, but in this case I ummed and ahhed and went back and forth but eventually threw down the money because I just _had_ to see the culmination of Hangman's story (and also Kingston vs Punk). And what a payoff! It really does feel like a dramatic movie got its exciting climax and heartwarming happy ending.
Me at the beginning of AEW: Who the hell is this Hangman Adam guy? Oh! That bloke who lost to Jericho? What a geek! Me now: Cowboy shit! We are all proud of you. What I am trying to say is that I had no idea who most of the wrestlers were while starting to watch AEW because I was mostly a WWE only guy. (I still watch WWE now BTW no matter how bad it is. I am just torturing myself) AEW has done a fantastic job in introducing old and new stars to a wider audience. I am now more interested in NJPW and other indie stuffs as well. This storyline is a masterpiece. I loved it, I cried at it and I will remember this for the rest of my life. AEW has reignited my love for wrestling. So happy that we could witness this storyline which will be talked about in years to come.
2,5 years in the making with amazing story this is how you craete a true champion, well deserved victory for Hangman and tremendous ppv, long live AEW!
This wasn't one of the best long-term storyline of all time. This was THE best storyline of all time (noticed I didn't add the word long-term). The only question now is what's next? With AEW taking charge, I have no doubt it will be greatness.
Hangman's Story is a glorious epic that will be persevered for years to come. But now the big work begins. And if I guess who ends this fairy tale... Well, he's better than you, and you know it.
The heat MJF would produce after he becomes AEW champ and through cheating would be collosal. Nuclear heat would be an understatement. He probably might get attacked by the fans.
@@SheepyPanda95 And Hangman losing will warrent that reaction because the fans are behind Hangman and admire his character and story. From Simple School Teacher to World Champion of The Home of Professional Wrestling!
Definitely should be MJF, but I wouldn't be mad at it being Darby or PAC, PAC because he has a story with Hangman that began since the beginning of the company.
It'll be REALLY interesting and exciting to see what happens this coming Dynamite. Will Bryan Danielson confront Hangman? How is Kenny going to react to the Young Bucks not interfering at Full Gear?
You Cant tell me Now that AEW isnt better them WWE as on overall Product. You just can't deny storytelling and promos and Match quality AEW is better. Hangman was the future, the face we all knew it but had to overcome and learn and finally rise to be Triumphant. What a Story!!! Been my favorite wrestler since DAY 1
This is why you're one of my favorite wrestling-based channels on youtube. Your attention to detail is second to none. I didn't even realize that on Rampage before Full Gear he wore the same shirt the night he got kicked out of The Elite
I totally agree, this storyline is the best in years. What a cool thing it is, seeing it unfold before you, being with AEW since day 1, and even before that seeing how much a young upstart wrestler Adam Page has risen to be an important part of one of the best factions in wrestling history, competing in the G1. Finally he has reached this main event status and the journey to that moment was awesome.
I’ve been having issues with Self-Doubt and trying to be the best I possibly can be, but depression has been taking me down a peg…more than i would like to admit. But this Storyline, full of loss, self-doubt, anger, abuse, turning into redemption, self-confidence and finally reaching the top of the mountain? Thank you Kenny. Thank you Bucks. Thank you Page. And thank you AEW.
Seeing Hangman’s moment at Full Gear made me so happy. That match was an incredible main event to a fantastic show, and the conclusion to some awesome storytelling.
When Hangman got the 1,2,3 the reaction was a rapturous explosion of joy. This is definitely one of the best stories that has ever been told in pro wrestling. Hopefully they saved the contract Kenny signed in Hangman's blood, it will look great in a Hall of Fame one day.
The storytelling at the end of the match with Hangman and the Young Bucks was fascinating, and then ofc the moment. Pop was loud, everyone was happy, him throwing the beer and celebrating with the dark order, the payoff was beyond amazing.
Seeing the match...I have to say that everybody predicted that Hangman would kick out of the one-wing-angel but they protected it...so it will be very interesting to see who will be the second person to kick it out....
One small touch of storytelling I loved is before AEW started putting on shows there was a running joke that Hangman wasn't 'Full Gear Ready' in reference to PAC having such a great physique he rocked up to the first press conference in full wrestling gear. A few night ago, looking the best he's ever looked, Adam Page was finally Full Gear Ready.
Meanwhile, somewhere somebody asks everyone to 'acknowledge me' lol AEW did a great job of building Hangman right from the very start. His rise to the top is so organic and not forced, people literally ask for him to become AEW World Champ already
There doesnt seem to be any AEW fan who doesnt love Hangman Adam Page. All were crying and celebrating when he won the World Championship! This video makes it seem like the most hype and amazing thing to ever happen, and it may just be in AEW
Two things: The Hangman and Dark Order team-entrance was the best thing on tv all season! Second, I love the snarky comments of the AEW entrance title cards. When Hangman showed up to the ladder match, the caption read "finally showed up to work." Its the little things that make the moment perfect....
I watched all the videos in this series and you did a fantastic job with them. AEW really rewards it's fans who follow along with the stories they create.
I’m genuinely curious whether y’all prefer Hangman’s story or the Golden Lovers arc? Personally for me it’s hangman but it’s because I was inside the WWE bubble when the Lovers story happened. What about you guys?
I also wasnt aware of the golden lovers back then unfortunately, but since I follow hangmans story since day one, for me Ill go with Hangman and the Elite storyline. For me, the best storyline I ever witnessed.
@@reubenelite I didnt follow either of that too, I watched nxt mostly on takeovers but after aew I lost a lot of interest, I guess I will do a bit of research on the golden lovers story
Golden Lovers. As good as this one with Page has been, it doesn't come close to that one. It was a story told over ten years with so many amazing moments. That is the best ever IMO. Better than Sting/NWO, better than Austin/McMahon, better than Mega Powers, better than anything else I have seen. So much detail and done so well over such a long period of time. Not sure it will ever be topped IMO.
This was definitely one of the best studies on long-term storytelling in wrestling. Tony Khan stuck with what was being built on TV and on The Elite's vlogs and never put it on the backburner for too long where it got lost in the shuffle. Another thing I love is how they got back to stuff that took place even before AEW and don't try to erase history because "It didn't happen here". Thus far AEW hasn't disappointed as far as sticking with a plan, dealing with whatever wrench is thrown into the machinery and plowing ahead.
I'm so glad I followed this story almost since the beginning and after a long break from wrestling. Hangman's Tale is currently one of, if not my single favorite wrestling story...ever. The match with Omega as well is the first wrestling match I saw that made me cry. The first chapter in Hangman's tale has ended,but it's far from over.
This story worked so well because we can ALL relate to it. Self doubt gets us all at some point, watching such a relatable story play out through the filter of pro wrestling has been amazing to watch, and I don't think it could've worked with anyone other than Kenny, Hangman and The Bucks. Hangman has taken the torch, and now Kenny can get some well deserved rest. His contribution to this story cannot be ignored.
The story of Hangman Adam Page represents what I absolutely LOVE about pro wrestling. Some have said it already, but seeing him win felt like seeing a friend finally overcome everything to win.
I remember seeing Page debut in ROH and thought to myself, man, the kid is alright but he's got a long way to go. I then saw him join the BC and his story + matches following. I thought to myself, man, this kid has improved a lot since his ROH days but he still has a long way to go. When AEW was created and he had that first match, I thought to myself, man, this kid has improved a hell of a lot, maybe there's something in him. Fast forward two years and I can help but think to myself, man, this kid has got it all. Just goes to show that with time, with the right story, and with the right character, a cowboy can make it and can become the best Babyface of this generation (so far).
You know what might make a fun video? comparing Hangman's arc to Cutler's arc on Dark when he was striving for his first win. There's a surprising number of similar elements that occur in both arcs, to the point I can't help wondering if Cutler was effectively running an early rehearsal of Hangman's arc to help fine tune it into what we just experienced
They were following typical story structuring. But it'd be good to examine. That has me wondering what's next for Cutler because he's been demoted in a sense while also being present all of the time. I feel like he should have come into the company as the stooge character and then gained agency to do his own thing. But at least his role now is keeping him relevant.
@@LadyAstarionAncunin True on the story structure, it's just interesting to me how both stories included the Young Bucks specifically coming out to show support on the big day. As for Cutler's entrance, into the company, maybe. The danger there is that it's so easy to get stuck in the stooge role once you make a name there. I'm just glad he was able to make the most of things after his facial injury took him out of matches. Once he's back, I kinda hope we get to see his dragon costume again. As far as I'm concerned, he might have the best look and entrance of any jobber in the business
I get what you mean especially on the blow off match between him and Peter Avalon where the Young Bucks actually came to Cutler's corner at the tail end of the match. It makes sense if you think about it.
Anyone else a little bit worried about how they’ll book the Danielson number 1 contender situation? I’m worried they’re not ready to hand Danielson a loss yet but I hope he puts Page over
Well me from the future is elated about how it turned out. First a 60 minute broadway, then they have a rematch with judges that would determine the winner in case of a draw. It was a great introduction and nice red herring because Danielson put Hangman over clean in around 30 mins. after an absolute war. Both of them look like next level badasses and Page's title reign has been legitimized with 1 feud. You can't book it any better. It's simple. Simple is good sometimes.
I can't be more happy for Hangman , he absolutely deserves to be world champion ! I personally would love to see him back at the very bar where he was kicked out of the Elite and look into the same mirror now repaired and whole reflecting a repaired and whole Hangman Adam Page 😢
I don't know if anyone else took note but Full Gear was named after Hangman's comments on BTE after PAC confronted Hangman at the press conference "in full gear". Then he had the "full gear challenge" where he and fans tried to get in shape.
It feels like I was growing with Hangman in my life..All pains I have gone through,and watching him going to the top brick by brick..That's some good shit.We wouldn’t "all cheering for the heel" if we had babyfaces like him
I wanna thank you for your incredible videos and the amount of detail you out into it. I started regularly watching AEW tv when they started going to arenas again because I watched the E out of habit. Now after regularly viewing since Punk’s return there is no reason to watch the fed. I have zero problem with people who watch both I just don’t like the booking of them and would much rather prefer to watch 3 hours of REAL pro wrestling.
Honestly the best story in modern day wrestling. Hangman was always my favorite since day one even before I really knew who anyone was in AEW. I just tuned in because I heard it was a new promotion on television. And yet, something about Adam Page just resonated with me. I think we all knew this was THE guy we wanted to see at the very top. Him and Kenny Omega are perfect compliments to each other in regard of the hero and the villain. It was a great story despite all the real life things that happened. I'm glad the Cowboy is Champion
16 minutes of a must watch video, when something is so well structured, so carefully built into something on it's own level, 16 minutes aren't enough for me haha, but putting together all those 4 videos you've made it's like a must watch playlist let's say haah
This was honestly, the 1st time in a while I've been moved by a wrestling match in the US. Until now, I believe NJPW was out-pacing anything US wrestling had to offer, but this PPV was a turning point. I still think NJPW is the gold-standard of pro-wrestling in the world today but, AEW made a serious push last at being just that as well. Almost every single match was fantastic & the culmination & execution of the Hangman storyline was pulled off beautifully. I don't know where AEW will go at this point, but I am "All In," lol. Seriously, they've got me excited about pro wrestling again & all I can do is thank them for that. Fantastic show.
I seen this at harkin theater's LIVE, Watching this along with AEW fans Let me tell you everyone popped when hangman won, Cheering, Tears, Clapping and just overall joy filled the room!
Bro I love ur channel since u put out the best storytelling in videos like this and u always make great points when making videos Abt future stars in AEW, I've been a subscriber for a year or more I think and ik that you will one day be one of the biggest wrestling RUclipsrs
One thing I love about AEW is that they remain dedicated to creating their own stars rather than immediately elevating wwe guys. Rather they use them to elevate younger talent. Darby Allin, MJF and Eddie Kingston have all gotten more shine due to feuds with old wwe stars.
I see Dante martin getting his own long story arc soon. as we see the seeds planted from all these factions trying to recruit his services and his brother is coming back soon.
As a child of an alcoholic mother, seeing him toss the beer and choose love instead made me sob. It’s the moment I wished for my entire childhood and never had.
You need a hug bro?
It was the same way with my Father. I'm right there with you. :-)
damn I’m sorry to hear that. I hope you got some catharsis from Full Gear. You sound like a good person. Im sure you have and will have people in your life who choose you over everything
It made me cry, too, just seeing him make the right decisions. Both during his apology to the Young Bucks and when he chose the Dark Order over alcohol. He finally understands the power of friendship… and/or he chose his family. I hope that, even if you never get to have a great relationship with your mom, you can find family that makes your life fulfilling and full of love 💗
Let's shoehorn this pity party just for the sake of it....
We laughed, we cried, we celebrated his wins, brooded with him in his losses, but at the end of the day, even if we don't know Hangman personally, THIS WAS LIKE SEEING YOUR BEST FRIEND SUCCEED IN ALL HIS DREAMS!!! WE'RE PROUD OF YOU HANGMAN!!!!
C O W B O Y S H I T !!!!!!!!
Imagine that but a friend of yours calling you at 3:00 am in the morning with a smile and A championship in his hand proving you wrong after you saying that he should retire and be a rodeo cowboy for real because how good he looks like a cowboy and you doubting him because he wasn't on the show and he calls you with a smile saying COWBOY SHIT!!!!!
That's Some Real Cowboy shit bro the feels because I didn't watch the show and he calling you bruh sleepy as all hell I screamed YEEEHAWWWWWW!!! Man Some Wholesome shit bruh I love that guy hopefully he has a long reign
The graphics team saying "We're proud of you", The bucks having this sad but proud look on their faces, Hangman throwing the beer. I never thought a Pro wrestling match would make me cry, man I love this (cowboy) shit. Shout outs to Omega too who pulled the entire match perfectly even injured.
I popped big for the graphics team thing when he came out.
A story of Self Doubt, Substance Abuse and Friendship. When wrestling works, it's the best shonen anime in existence.
When Lee Moriarty comes out, I'm humbly reminded that Pro Wrestling is just IRL anime
with that said, I always think of the Matt Hardy and the Brian Cage feuds as Filler Arcs LOL
ABSOLUTELY LOLOL
I love how RANKING matters in AEW. Acting part of a backbone of story telling. What a time to be a pro wrestling fan.
AYY SHADY WATCHES AEW!!
@@murphymurph yessir!!! 🙌
Yeah the ranking IS awesome and DOES matter, but it’s weird you say that here seeing as Hangman bypassed the rankings to get this title shot 🤠
I love the ranking system in aew because wins and losses does matter and a brace of the fresh and new to the sports
Is the ranking system still exists? idk, since jay lethal who just debuts challenge sammy right away for the title
He didn’t need the beer, he has friendship
and as we all know friendship is magic
HUNGMAN + DARK ORGY OTP
The real beer was the friends we made along the way
@@pastorcodymitchell1456 You bronie
@@Alloutgamer-ur8vu no I’m a pony ;)
The thing that stood out the most was Kenny starring at
"What would kota think" sign like vro it was so perfect
When the bucks were looking at hangman in the ring corner and finally letting him know that "we're here" was perfect storytelling . Finally AEW chapter 1 has closed.
a BTE bit last 2020 (although labeled 2019 (All Out 2019), moments before Hangman vs Jericho he requested the YB to be at his side on his "coronation" of supposed to be 1st AEW champ, but the bucks hesitate to do so since they reason out that they are "banged up" from escalera de la muerte match) then 2 years later is what have reflected at the end of full gear they finally witnessed and accepted hangman's destiny to be the AEW champion
@@engineer_bucks4562 yeah that's the case and perfect long term storytelling
Chapter 2 should be Jon moxley vs Kenny omega
Or the super kick vs Kenny and the good brothers
@@Captinstark3999 hmm yeah that could be
This is the story that brought me to wrestling. Imagine me in early 2020 thinking all wrestling storytelling was this good, tuning in to RAW, and losing three valuable hours of my life.
"...We need something to relate to, we need something to sink our teeth into and that's why everybody loves Hangman Adam Page because we can all relate to him."
I felt that
I feel like the pitch to Hangman at AEW's founding was that with long-term story telling:
You're not going to be the first champion, but you'll be the first homegrown champion.
Kenny is kind of the first homegrown (in the sense that people typically mean it, which is not being known for being in a bigger North American company for a significant period).
"The time of larger than life characters is over. It was a product of it's time. Now we need characters we can relate to" - This is the biggest change in Pro Wrestling in the last decade. Relatable characters. While the 80th and 90th brought some truly legendary characters to life, their time is over. Hangman is the definition of what a fantastic character in Wrestling in 2021 can be. Even Darbys character, his unique gear and style has its roots in his insecurities. That's why Darby is so relatable (Especially to the younger audience).
A thing of beauty, if WCW didn’t ruin the Crow Sting arc right at the end it would be right beside this as far as long term. Goldberg undefeated, is a long term arc, Undertaker’s Wrestlemania streak and losing it to Brock all long term. The reason I think this arc works the best is it had real life twist into it. Brodie Lee (God bless the man) passing was a catalyst to the Dark Order’s part in Hangman’s story. All Out would have been a fine place to win, but I think Page’s hiatus for the birth of his child let the story get a bit of extra momentum down right near the end since it added a whole extra element to Page. This story had real life change it in beautiful ways even in dark moments. Page to me is the most compelling wrestler I’ve ever seen, but I got to live it, I’m only 21 so I didn’t live some of the great long arcs, but I feel more impacted by long arcs and frankly those stories are dying out in wrestling, but this is the exception the story that could and it has been one of the best stories regardless of medium and that’s a beautiful and strange thing to happen in wrestling of all places.
undertaker's streak wasn't really an arc. it was a thing that came to be by happenstance and then became a thing they whipped out in february every year. vince hasn't done a long time story arc in 20 years. the only thing that comes close is the Daniel Bryan arc, and that too happened cause the fans forced his hand.
rollins vs mysterio was a long arc 😂
Agreed except about taker losing to Brock. There's an interview with Paul heyman where he asks 'who else could have done it believably', that isn't because brock was booked long term to beat taker, its because he's fucking ufc former champ brock lesnar.
The ending of the streak was a disgrace (how it ended, not that it did, it always should have ended).
I love that AEW sticks to their booking. They didn't just drop Hangman's title pursuit to give it to whoever they recently scooped up. That means a lot.
I feel like this was the end of the first chapter of AEW and the second chapter will be a lot better. Congrats to Hangman Adam Page for such a huge accomplishment in his pro wrestling career.
Hangman’s story is incredible! His story of redeeming yourself after failing resonates with a lot of people! So glad that Hangman is the NEW AEW World Champion after the culmination of two years of pure storytelling! Amazing!
You could see that when Hangman won, he went straight down to Omega to pat him and thank him, and Omega gesturing back. Omega knew that losing the title to Page was the right thing to do and a monumental part of Hangman's story. The Bucks being in his corner, when they weren't originally was a great piece of long term storytelling as well. Seeing the Hangman's rise then fall than rise again to the top is a fantastic piece to a great story where Adam even admitted, that he doubted himself and let himself down so many times when he found what he was telling himself and delivering was lies, which in itself created doubts in himself. To see him overcoming it was the cherry on the top, to show that despite all his struggles, with time he had worked hard and arrived to the point of redemption where he had discovered true friends and a true belief that he can be the World Champion and would become one.
"Hangman" Adam Page has come a long way since his days in Ring of Honor & New Japan Pro-Wrestling. Since joining The ELITE (within Bullet Club), he had support from them, even as the enemy.
Matt was the guy for the special detail since he let Hangman be with Dark Order in acceptance, and gave the nod to go for the big win.
*The Era of the Hangman has finally begun.*
And now we're getting Hangman vs Danielson. AEW has the best roster in wrestling.
This time next year, Malakai vs Hangman for big platinum- bet on it
It's will be MJF
I have a feeling omega will screw danielson
@@Gordo.123 nah 8 think Omega taken time off. He’ll be kicked out of the Elite and written off until 2022. He’ll come back stronger than ever as a baby face feuding with Adam Cole
No doubt about it a e w easy has the best Roster and wrestling right WWE is in for a rude awakening
This match broke my heart. From the 3 year long story leading up to this, to then Kenny gazing at the sign “What would Kota think”…this match was just amazing..Kenny kicking out of the one winged angel then the nod from Matt Jackson was the point that had me in tears. I’ve never cried to a wrestling show but I’ve never felt so happy for a wrestler winning a title. Still honestly to me the most heart breaking point in this match was Kenny’s entrance staring at the “what would Kota think?” sign.
Hey. What about the Kota reference? I've followed AEW but not NJPW.
@@taranveersingh93 omega and Kota (Ibushi) used to be a tag team called the golden lovers. And not just a tag team, those 2 have known eachother since omega actually started in Japan ^^
And I have a feeling the story of the golden lovers second reunion, is about to start ^^
The story of Tranquilo Club, a drama in 4 acts: "Masterpiece", "Heartbreaking", "Calculated" and "Triumph".
Seriously though, this was such a powerful long-term story that even I had to buy Full Gear to see it conclude. Now little confession: I've never actually bought a wrestling PPV before. I've done almost all my following of wrestling after the fact or second hand because watching wrestling normally isn't easy for me, and I've had financial issues during the pandemic especially which have made it hard to justify starting to drop money on PPVs, but in this case I ummed and ahhed and went back and forth but eventually threw down the money because I just _had_ to see the culmination of Hangman's story (and also Kingston vs Punk). And what a payoff! It really does feel like a dramatic movie got its exciting climax and heartwarming happy ending.
"We're proud of you."
- Graphics Team
Thanks Kenny Omega and Young Bucks for pushing Hangman Page for Next level 🔥
Me at the beginning of AEW: Who the hell is this Hangman Adam guy? Oh! That bloke who lost to Jericho? What a geek!
Me now: Cowboy shit! We are all proud of you.
What I am trying to say is that I had no idea who most of the wrestlers were while starting to watch AEW because I was mostly a WWE only guy. (I still watch WWE now BTW no matter how bad it is. I am just torturing myself) AEW has done a fantastic job in introducing old and new stars to a wider audience. I am now more interested in NJPW and other indie stuffs as well. This storyline is a masterpiece. I loved it, I cried at it and I will remember this for the rest of my life. AEW has reignited my love for wrestling. So happy that we could witness this storyline which will be talked about in years to come.
"When Hangman was beefing with the 500,000 members of HFO...."
Spat my drink man. That was gold lol.
2,5 years in the making with amazing story this is how you craete a true champion, well deserved victory for Hangman and tremendous ppv, long live AEW!
I feel like the story started during the BC Civil War when Kenny had the IWGP US Title. Hangman wanted it a lot more than Cody.
This wasn't one of the best long-term storyline of all time. This was THE best storyline of all time (noticed I didn't add the word long-term). The only question now is what's next? With AEW taking charge, I have no doubt it will be greatness.
Stories like Hangman's Chase, Tetsuya Naitos Chase and Bryan's Chase in 2012-2014 is what makes wrestling great
Hangman's Story is a glorious epic that will be persevered for years to come. But now the big work begins. And if I guess who ends this fairy tale...
Well, he's better than you, and you know it.
The heat MJF would produce after he becomes AEW champ and through cheating would be collosal. Nuclear heat would be an understatement. He probably might get attacked by the fans.
That would be perfect . I admit I am ready for a black man to be AEW champ but with AEW's long time booking that won't be for another 2 years.
@@SheepyPanda95 And Hangman losing will warrent that reaction because the fans are behind Hangman and admire his character and story. From Simple School Teacher to World Champion of The Home of Professional Wrestling!
Definitely should be MJF, but I wouldn't be mad at it being Darby or PAC, PAC because he has a story with Hangman that began since the beginning of the company.
@@alwaysxnever Bro no need to give titles based on ethnicity or skin color. There is no black wrestler in aew atm who deserves the world title
"And Matt Hardy for some reason..." lol. Great Video yet again.
Little detail but I really liked how you said the larger than life characters were a product of their time
I cried when he won. What an absolute great pay off. It was a fun ride watching his story throughout these 2 years. God, I love wrestling.
Big shout out to Tranquilo Club. What a job you've done with your series on AEW and the stories that have been told.
It'll be REALLY interesting and exciting to see what happens this coming Dynamite. Will Bryan Danielson confront Hangman? How is Kenny going to react to the Young Bucks not interfering at Full Gear?
You Cant tell me Now that AEW isnt better them WWE as on overall Product. You just can't deny storytelling and promos and Match quality AEW is better. Hangman was the future, the face we all knew it but had to overcome and learn and finally rise to be Triumphant. What a Story!!! Been my favorite wrestler since DAY 1
AEW stand for fans and pro wrestling, wwe only for money.
For me its two different products, long live AEW!
This is why you're one of my favorite wrestling-based channels on youtube. Your attention to detail is second to none. I didn't even realize that on Rampage before Full Gear he wore the same shirt the night he got kicked out of The Elite
I totally agree, this storyline is the best in years. What a cool thing it is, seeing it unfold before you, being with AEW since day 1, and even before that seeing how much a young upstart wrestler Adam Page has risen to be an important part of one of the best factions in wrestling history, competing in the G1. Finally he has reached this main event status and the journey to that moment was awesome.
Rip Brodie, you truly helped this story come together.
I’ve been having issues with Self-Doubt and trying to be the best I possibly can be, but depression has been taking me down a peg…more than i would like to admit. But this Storyline, full of loss, self-doubt, anger, abuse, turning into redemption, self-confidence and finally reaching the top of the mountain? Thank you Kenny. Thank you Bucks. Thank you Page. And thank you AEW.
My main man Tranquilo Club finally gets to drop the video that he's been waiting to publish for years :)
Seeing Hangman’s moment at Full Gear made me so happy. That match was an incredible main event to a fantastic show, and the conclusion to some awesome storytelling.
loved your coverage of hangman's entire story!!! your videos really highlight the masterful storytelling of his arc
The storyline is perfect and I’m looking forward for the future
When Hangman got the 1,2,3 the reaction was a rapturous explosion of joy. This is definitely one of the best stories that has ever been told in pro wrestling. Hopefully they saved the contract Kenny signed in Hangman's blood, it will look great in a Hall of Fame one day.
The storytelling at the end of the match with Hangman and the Young Bucks was fascinating, and then ofc the moment. Pop was loud, everyone was happy, him throwing the beer and celebrating with the dark order, the payoff was beyond amazing.
Seeing the match...I have to say that everybody predicted that Hangman would kick out of the one-wing-angel but they protected it...so it will be very interesting to see who will be the second person to kick it out....
There will only ever be 1 person who kicks out of the One-Wing-Angel...I'd love it if they kept it that way
One small touch of storytelling I loved is before AEW started putting on shows there was a running joke that Hangman wasn't 'Full Gear Ready' in reference to PAC having such a great physique he rocked up to the first press conference in full wrestling gear.
A few night ago, looking the best he's ever looked, Adam Page was finally Full Gear Ready.
Phase One…complete. See you in Phase Two, Cowboy.
Meanwhile, somewhere somebody asks everyone to 'acknowledge me' lol
AEW did a great job of building Hangman right from the very start. His rise to the top is so organic and not forced, people literally ask for him to become AEW World Champ already
Cousin Ano'i doing the same Goodfellas cosplay for 2 years...yikes. Amateur hour college theatre.
How about Hangman vs mr Acknowledge me.
and that acknowledge shit is the best shit that they have come up with in the last 10 years lol
There doesnt seem to be any AEW fan who doesnt love Hangman Adam Page. All were crying and celebrating when he won the World Championship! This video makes it seem like the most hype and amazing thing to ever happen, and it may just be in AEW
Two things: The Hangman and Dark Order team-entrance was the best thing on tv all season! Second, I love the snarky comments of the AEW entrance title cards. When Hangman showed up to the ladder match, the caption read "finally showed up to work." Its the little things that make the moment perfect....
"We're proud of you," is definitely my favorite, with "Finally showed up to work" being my second favorite.
My favorite of all time is the 4th wall breaking, "IDK just write something funny, or something lol"
Love that Brodie was photoshopped into the image of Hangman and Dark Orders entrance foe the elimination match.
I watched all the videos in this series and you did a fantastic job with them. AEW really rewards it's fans who follow along with the stories they create.
We was here from the beginning year long storyline finally complete never bet against the elite just masterful 🥲🔥
Can’t wait to see where hangman goes from here going forward
Wednesday they're In his hometown I think
So I suspect riding into town on a horse with a big ass belt :)
The perfect Video for this Story. Clearly a 10 | 10. Couldn't agree more and reeally nice and easy to watch ! Kepp up the great work !
The best story I've ever seen told in my 15 years of watching wrestling
I’m genuinely curious whether y’all prefer Hangman’s story or the Golden Lovers arc? Personally for me it’s hangman but it’s because I was inside the WWE bubble when the Lovers story happened. What about you guys?
I also wasnt aware of the golden lovers back then unfortunately, but since I follow hangmans story since day one, for me Ill go with Hangman and the Elite storyline. For me, the best storyline I ever witnessed.
@@reubenelite I didnt follow either of that too, I watched nxt mostly on takeovers but after aew I lost a lot of interest, I guess I will do a bit of research on the golden lovers story
@@reubenelite Yeah, I know man, I followed a bit of it and it really seemed a phenomenal storyline
Gotta give it to the Golden Lovers on the basis of 8 years over 2 years.
Golden Lovers. As good as this one with Page has been, it doesn't come close to that one. It was a story told over ten years with so many amazing moments. That is the best ever IMO. Better than Sting/NWO, better than Austin/McMahon, better than Mega Powers, better than anything else I have seen. So much detail and done so well over such a long period of time. Not sure it will ever be topped IMO.
This was definitely one of the best studies on long-term storytelling in wrestling. Tony Khan stuck with what was being built on TV and on The Elite's vlogs and never put it on the backburner for too long where it got lost in the shuffle. Another thing I love is how they got back to stuff that took place even before AEW and don't try to erase history because "It didn't happen here". Thus far AEW hasn't disappointed as far as sticking with a plan, dealing with whatever wrench is thrown into the machinery and plowing ahead.
I'm so glad I followed this story almost since the beginning and after a long break from wrestling. Hangman's Tale is currently one of, if not my single favorite wrestling story...ever. The match with Omega as well is the first wrestling match I saw that made me cry. The first chapter in Hangman's tale has ended,but it's far from over.
This story worked so well because we can ALL relate to it. Self doubt gets us all at some point, watching such a relatable story play out through the filter of pro wrestling has been amazing to watch, and I don't think it could've worked with anyone other than Kenny, Hangman and The Bucks.
Hangman has taken the torch, and now Kenny can get some well deserved rest. His contribution to this story cannot be ignored.
What an incredible journey, and a great series capturing all the emotions!!
Storytelling at it’s finest
"... and Matt Hardy, for some reason."
The disrespect lmao
For real though, this storyline has been incredible to watch.
What an amazing PPV, I'd love to see a video of yours on the CM Punk, Kingston story
The story of Hangman Adam Page represents what I absolutely LOVE about pro wrestling. Some have said it already, but seeing him win felt like seeing a friend finally overcome everything to win.
I am so glad I went in person. It was such a beautiful moment
Such a genuine and inspiring story. It’s too bad so many people don’t like wrestling, they’re missing out on such an amazing story.
I remember seeing Page debut in ROH and thought to myself, man, the kid is alright but he's got a long way to go.
I then saw him join the BC and his story + matches following. I thought to myself, man, this kid has improved a lot since his ROH days but he still has a long way to go.
When AEW was created and he had that first match, I thought to myself, man, this kid has improved a hell of a lot, maybe there's something in him.
Fast forward two years and I can help but think to myself, man, this kid has got it all.
Just goes to show that with time, with the right story, and with the right character, a cowboy can make it and can become the best Babyface of this generation (so far).
You know what might make a fun video? comparing Hangman's arc to Cutler's arc on Dark when he was striving for his first win. There's a surprising number of similar elements that occur in both arcs, to the point I can't help wondering if Cutler was effectively running an early rehearsal of Hangman's arc to help fine tune it into what we just experienced
They were following typical story structuring. But it'd be good to examine. That has me wondering what's next for Cutler because he's been demoted in a sense while also being present all of the time. I feel like he should have come into the company as the stooge character and then gained agency to do his own thing. But at least his role now is keeping him relevant.
@@LadyAstarionAncunin True on the story structure, it's just interesting to me how both stories included the Young Bucks specifically coming out to show support on the big day.
As for Cutler's entrance, into the company, maybe. The danger there is that it's so easy to get stuck in the stooge role once you make a name there. I'm just glad he was able to make the most of things after his facial injury took him out of matches. Once he's back, I kinda hope we get to see his dragon costume again. As far as I'm concerned, he might have the best look and entrance of any jobber in the business
I get what you mean especially on the blow off match between him and Peter Avalon where the Young Bucks actually came to Cutler's corner at the tail end of the match.
It makes sense if you think about it.
@@LadyAstarionAncunin I have a feeling he's gonna turn face eventually as he had to go "heelish" to keep his 2 contracts intact.
Anyone else a little bit worried about how they’ll book the Danielson number 1 contender situation? I’m worried they’re not ready to hand Danielson a loss yet but I hope he puts Page over
There is a kayfabe reason for BD losing. Danielson has been wrestling so much, he's getting worn out. They alluded to it last night.
Well me from the future is elated about how it turned out. First a 60 minute broadway, then they have a rematch with judges that would determine the winner in case of a draw. It was a great introduction and nice red herring because Danielson put Hangman over clean in around 30 mins. after an absolute war. Both of them look like next level badasses and Page's title reign has been legitimized with 1 feud. You can't book it any better. It's simple. Simple is good sometimes.
What a video you remind us all the greatness we witnessed at aew
I can't be more happy for Hangman , he absolutely deserves to be world champion ! I personally would love to see him back at the very bar where he was kicked out of the Elite and look into the same mirror now repaired and whole reflecting a repaired and whole Hangman Adam Page 😢
I don't know if anyone else took note but Full Gear was named after Hangman's comments on BTE after PAC confronted Hangman at the press conference "in full gear". Then he had the "full gear challenge" where he and fans tried to get in shape.
What a great essay. I love your perspective. Thanks for the ride
this was a great story AEW storylines are awesome
I saw that nod and thought " Oh tranquilo club must be so happy right now"
Your content is always so well made and a necessary addition to the pro wrestling community
It feels like I was growing with Hangman in my life..All pains I have gone through,and watching him going to the top brick by brick..That's some good shit.We wouldn’t "all cheering for the heel" if we had babyfaces like him
I wanna thank you for your incredible videos and the amount of detail you out into it. I started regularly watching AEW tv when they started going to arenas again because I watched the E out of habit. Now after regularly viewing since Punk’s return there is no reason to watch the fed. I have zero problem with people who watch both I just don’t like the booking of them and would much rather prefer to watch 3 hours of REAL pro wrestling.
Honestly the best story in modern day wrestling. Hangman was always my favorite since day one even before I really knew who anyone was in AEW. I just tuned in because I heard it was a new promotion on television. And yet, something about Adam Page just resonated with me. I think we all knew this was THE guy we wanted to see at the very top. Him and Kenny Omega are perfect compliments to each other in regard of the hero and the villain. It was a great story despite all the real life things that happened. I'm glad the Cowboy is Champion
AEW is proving that you can have huge "Wrestling Moments" in context. Beautiful work.
Tranquilo, you are the best man, even if i miss something on the story for any match, you are there for us to catch on it.
Now THAT is long term storytelling congratulations hangman
16 minutes of a must watch video, when something is so well structured, so carefully built into something on it's own level, 16 minutes aren't enough for me haha, but putting together all those 4 videos you've made it's like a must watch playlist let's say haah
Wrestling is a form of art .
This was honestly, the 1st time in a while I've been moved by a wrestling match in the US. Until now, I believe NJPW was out-pacing anything US wrestling had to offer, but this PPV was a turning point. I still think NJPW is the gold-standard of pro-wrestling in the world today but, AEW made a serious push last at being just that as well. Almost every single match was fantastic & the culmination & execution of the Hangman storyline was pulled off beautifully. I don't know where AEW will go at this point, but I am "All In," lol. Seriously, they've got me excited about pro wrestling again & all I can do is thank them for that. Fantastic show.
Love that you posted this asap.
What a ride that PPV was. And that main event was everything I wanted it to be and more.
I seen this at harkin theater's LIVE,
Watching this along with AEW fans
Let me tell you everyone popped when hangman won, Cheering, Tears, Clapping and just overall joy filled the room!
Yet again you sir put out another great video. Thank you.
Hangman has been walking the Kings Road. It's been neglected for a while, but it seems to still be a path worth walking.
MAN i love your videos. i look forward to all your videos. this was spectacular
I just watched the PPV cause it's evening here and i could drink a few beers and then I immediately jumped here!
The video ive been waiting for!! Cant wait to cry!
The Island of lost toys aka The Dark Order fit this story perfectly. That Hangman Dark Order entrance was great btw
Young Bucks giving Adam a nod before he hits Kenny with a buckshot lariat was pure gold. All four of them shared a moment in that particular instant.
Bro I love ur channel since u put out the best storytelling in videos like this and u always make great points when making videos Abt future stars in AEW, I've been a subscriber for a year or more I think and ik that you will one day be one of the biggest wrestling RUclipsrs
One thing I love about AEW is that they remain dedicated to creating their own stars rather than immediately elevating wwe guys. Rather they use them to elevate younger talent. Darby Allin, MJF and Eddie Kingston have all gotten more shine due to feuds with old wwe stars.
I see Dante martin getting his own long story arc soon. as we see the seeds planted from all these factions trying to recruit his services and his brother is coming back soon.
that's one heck of a journey... the long term story-telling at his best! This story has it all.