You've heard it – the match has been signed for Countdown to Destruction.  Raven makes his long-awaited return to a wrestling ring for a high-profile fight against Jack of Diamonds in Jack's retirement match.  And what better way to get inside the heads of the two combatants than to speak directly to them?  That's exactly what Trent has in store for you on this show, with an interview via subspace satellite with both of them to hear what they're thinking in the run-up to the big year-end event.  How's Raven look these days, anyway?  Is Jack ready for the fight?  You'll hear it straight from them right here!

There are also some more alliances coming together in preparation for the team realignments, one of which Trent discusses in detail here, and it has to do with ... believe it or not ... J.J. Smooth!  What could possibly have happened to get him to become pals with ...?  Nope, you'll just have to click the POD link above and find out!

Running time: about 18 minutes.

Content is rated PG-13.

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(A special thank you to Mike Melesky for voice work on this show.)

Behold the Zealot, the big man from the commune of the True Way of Life, who will be debuting soon in the POW as a member of Talisman's team.  Along with the cruiserweight T.K. (who will be sporting a new look of his own, also), this superheavyweight is ready to fight, and ready to do anything Talisman says, because he believes in his leader's cause.  What might Raze, Absalom, and Indigo – the three True Way dissidents, although not all of whom agree on tactics – might have to say about this, as well as a possible third member of Talisman's group?  Trent has some speculation on it all.

There's news on whom the retiring Jack of Diamonds has picked to face in his final match (it's a big one, folks!) and on another departure from the league and what his plans are outside of the POW.  Plus, Trent has a Lawless Seal of Approval® for another pretty face in the fed.  All this and more when you click the link above!

Running time: about 15 minutes

Content is rated PG-13

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Most artists who have drawn characters for Champions of the Galaxy have not been familiar with the game and its fans when tapped to make the visual representations of the men and women who do battle in our far-flung future.  Werner Mueck not only knew what COTG was when he became the official artist for the Promoter Madness sets (and now for POW, as well), he had done possibly hundreds of bootleg characters for game fans before getting a regular job from Filsinger Games.  As a result, his artwork has consistently shown a dedication to the concepts the game embodies, and as anyone who has worked with him (myself included) can tell you, he's everything you want in a collaborator -- quick but thorough, creative but able to work within a framework, and above all a guy not to take himself too seriously.  You'll see what I mean in this post-GalactiCon conversation with perhaps the most prolific artist in COTG history.

Running time: about 17 minutes.

Now that President Prodigy has informed the fans of the POW that teams will be reinstated at the start of 2123, we have to know: Who's getting together with who?  It's true, some old alliances are being reestablished, but there are some new groupings that might surprise you.  Also, one tag team has already said they won't be together in the coming year.  Which one?  What other rumors are flying about as-yet-undeclared fighters?  Trent's got some information you're going to want to hear!

Thayne and Ahnu are locked in a closely-contested struggle for the freedom of a cherished icon – a wife and children to one, a revered religious leader to the other.  But right now, the race is too close to call.  What's Trent been hearing about how Dar Gova plans to have his Jardiil fighter pull away and win the war?  And does Thayne have any plans of his own to counter?

Finally, what's the name Iron Hand doing in a POW broadcast?  You'll just have to listen to find out!

Running time: about 16 minutes

Content is rated PG-13

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In this second installment of the GalactiCon interviews, you'll hear from a real life superhero (or at least he played one on TV for the Sci-Fi Channel's "Who Wants to Be a Superhero?"), Nitro G – a.k.a. Darren Passarello in his mild-mannered alter-ego.  Nitro has made the crossover from reality to our Champions of the Galaxy universe by becoming a character in GWF MARTIAL LAW 2123 (which you should have by now, and if you don't, go to www.filsingergames.com to order).  So in an unscheduled session in the heart of Fed HQ, I sat with Darren and spoke with him about his time on reality TV, his relationship with Stan Lee, his comic book favorites, where he sees his future while not battling bad guys, and lots of other stuff.  I think after listening to this, you'll agree that he fits in with our brand of craziness just fine.

And after you listen to this interview, go to www.nitrog.com for more links and how to e-mail Darren.

Running time: about 20 minutes.

A major announcement from the front office of the POW, delivered by President Prodigy, has sent another seismic rumble through the ranks of the federation, and Trent's got all the news you need to know about it right here.  What's the big news?  And what's going to happen in the aftershock?  He's got some ideas (and hopes) about that, too.

There's also some information about the partnership of Euritar and Dante, and specifically one of the team members' seeming unhappiness with the other.  And you know you've been waiting for the return of the Lawless Bitchslap, so you're in luck with this program, as Trent's got a doozy waiting for the unlucky recipient this time!

Click the POD link above and be ready for the informational onslaught!

Running time: about 15 minutes.

Content is rated PG-13

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As you'll remember, after GalactiCon last year, I conducted some interviews with some of the key players in the current Filsinger Games/Champions of the Galaxy pantheon.  This year was no different, as I spoke with four of the folks now involved in some way, shape, or form with the COTG product.  First up will be the creator of aCe star Totalis, the Tournament Master, or should I say, the GalactiCon Master, Todd Joerchel.  Within the confines of Fed HQ after all the convention activities were over on Sunday, I sat down with him and asked him the questions that needed to be asked of a guy who runs things behind the scenes for Filsinger Games (especially the question of what Tom is like as a boss!).

Click the POD link above and wait a few minutes for the podcast to download, or Totalis might have to whip up a tournament to beat your behind in!

Running time: about 16 minutes.

For the first time ever, at GalactiCon '08, the Zone of Lawlessness went live in front of an audience of freaks, mutants, degenerates, and even a few people who cheat at poker.  The energetic crowd was treated to the patented Lawless sense of humor, but the real star of the show was the GWFZ's own Johnny Rocket!  Johnny came by to talk to Trent about the developmental league for the GWF, some of the personalities, his role in the fed, and where he sees some of the Z's stars in the future.

But that's not all!  Toward the end of the show, former Z star Totalis (the Tournament Master) makes his appearance to denigrate the league he left for All Centra Entertainment, and that doesn't sit too well with some of the Z's current "headliners" (pun intended).  More than one member of the Z who was on hand at the Con came out to make the end of the show, shall we say, "Sledgendary"!

Running time: about 15 minutes

Content is rated PG-13

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Special thanks to Ray DeGarmo (writing and voice of Johnny Rocket), Kevin Melesky (writing and voice of Sledgend), Todd Joerchel (voice of Totalis), Jeff Manning (voice of Darth Brooks), Werner Mueck (voice of Grillz), Rob Beaubien (voice of Overtime), and Brett Bays (voice of Pride).

Since we're coming up on the 19th edition of the annual Champions of the Galaxy/Legends of Wrestling convention in Jamestown, New York, on July 12, it's time to talk about what will be happening there this year.  Specifically, I want your ideas on some of the recordings that will be going on, both for this site and for COTG Online.  Obviously, auditions for voices for the "original 24" characters from the 2087 set will be done, as previously announced, but I've also got some other ideas for audio to create with the help of fellow fans and promoters.  Contained in this Mark's Musings are those ideas, which I solicit your feedback on.  They may not all happen due to time constraints, but I'm just trying to get an idea of which ones people place a higher priority on so that we can plan accordingly.  So listen and let me know which of these sound good to you.  Then come to Jamestown this July and be a part of the game ... literally!

Running time: about 12 minutes

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This time, no interruptions from Nes Kincade, or anyone else, for that matter.  Just Trent beginning with a (for him, rare) message of apology for his outbursts before getting into the news of the day.  The main topic for discussion is the alleged moves by Raze to start taking over the True Way commune from the influence of his former manager and mentor, Talisman.  We know that he and Absalom appear to have gotten on the same page about it all lately, but is there more in store from the former panic attack victim?  And if so, what are Talisman and T.K.'s likely responses going to be?

There's also some more discussion about the possible reformation of the team format in the POW and who might be the best candidate to benefit from such a shift, as well as some speculation on what Viggo's possible return might mean for the Thayne/Ahnu feud (already about the hottest in the POW).  Plus, to counteract the negative vibes he gave off last time, there's a Lawless Seal of Approval® to bestow on a worthy competitor.  Click the POD link above to learn who that is and to hear all the rest of the aforementioned news and gossip!

Running time: about 14 minutes

Content is rated PG-13.

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Even though we're in a slow news time in the POW, that doesn't mean that there's no drama on the Zone of Lawlessness, but this time, it's not Trent providing it!  As you'll hear when you click the POD link above, there's an unscheduled interruption in the middle of the show as the subspace audio link is hijacked from a whole other dimension.  Who's responsible for this effrontery?

You're looking at him right here.  What does he have to say?  And how does Trent take being booted off his own show?  One thing's for sure: fans of all-Centra Entertainment are gonna mark...the...

Well, you know the rest...

WARNING: If you're offended by some coarser language, you might want to cover your ears about halfway through.  Since Mr. Kincade's broadcast was coming from a remote source, it was unable to be censored by the Zone of Lawlessness crew.  And we all know he's not one to self-censor!

Running time: about 12 minutes.

Content is rated PG-13 (at least!)

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Is this fighter the top heavyweight mixed-martial arts competitor in the POW?  Nobody will dispute that the mat technician Cypher deserves a place in the elite of the division, but Trent Lawless will have the final say on whether his skills on the ground earn him the top spot in this, the final countdown of the MMA divisions in the federation.  You can probably guess who will be joining him up in the stratosphere, but who has what it takes to get the Lawless imprimatur of the best MMA heavyweight in the galaxy?  Put on your thinking caps and see if you can divine the Lawless Way (not to be confused with the True Way, naturally).

No other news for this installment, unfortunately, but you've got plenty to take in with this breakdown.  Just eat your potato salad and enjoy.

Running time: about 16 minutes

Content is rated PG-13.

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We've made it to our 20th show (despite the ratings, even)!  For this installment, we've got the 14 cruiserweights of the POW ranked by Mr. Lawless himself in order of ascending proficiency, with perhaps Pendekar in the top spot?  Or will it be his partner Stigma?  Or Thayne, Zed Marlowe, Euritar?  Lots of possibilities for this one, as the cruiserweight division is potentially the most talent-filled of any we have in the POW.  Who's your pick?  Let's see if you and Trent agree.

We've also got fan mail (believe it or not) speculating about who Mike Fortune's current employer in his feud against Hanuman might be.  While Trent thinks the fan might be onto something, he's got some Lawless-like twists of his own to put some spin on it all, so that by the end you won't know what to think!

Click.  Wait.  Listen.  Enjoy.

Running time: about 20 minutes

Content is rated PG-13

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In this Zone of Lawlessness, Trent will continue his rankings of the different MMA divisions.  You'll listen to his take on the super heavyweights, the biggest of the big men, the nine fellows (human, animal, and mixture) who populate that grouping.  You can likely guess who the bottom one or two are, but what about the top ones?  Where does Rubicon come in as Trent sees it?  And what does he have to say about the two super heavyweights who commandeered his studio and manhandled Marv — Silas and Gordo?  You might be hearing a whip sound effect somewhere in this particular rant!

There's also a Where Are They Now? segment featuring the whereabouts and whatabouts of the former Z-Man, Zouave.  Think he's still wrestling?  Think again!  And you probably have no idea what enterprise he's engaged in now!

Click the POD link above and continue your path to enlightenment.  (Don't worry, not the Talisman kind...)

Running time: about 18 minutes

Content is rated PG-13

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Ummmm...................

Yeah...............

We'll just let this one speak for itself.

Happy New Year!

Running time: about 5 minutes

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Now that we're in the POW era, we're seeing a different side to the competitors we know and cheer (and jeer).  We're seeing how they handle a different type of combat - mixed martial arts.  Revisiting his personal rankings concept that he started some time ago, Trent will use the next few shows to break down his lists of who are the best and worst in each of the POWs four divisions, starting this time with the women.  Where does Rhiannon fit in on that list?  Or the other former OFC ladies?  He's got his opinions, and while they're not guaranteed to be right, he'd like you to think they are!

Vidtek weighs in during the middle segment of the show with his thoughts on the changeover from CPC to POW (with some surprising things to say about his former manager and teammates!), and then he decides he has a Bitchslap of his own to deliver to someone in the GWF!  Listen to find out who he's targeting!

You've been Zone deprived for too long now.  So click that link above and get ready for the aural potato salad!

Running time: about 20 minutes

Content is rated PG-13

All characters © Filsinger Games/Champions of the Galaxy