Last Interview of the year this will be UNEDITED and UNCENSORED. all words is from Seth himself.
I will continue the interviews after Christmas/New Year enjoy...
give us a small introduction about yourself
Well let's see... My name is Seth Cameron and I'm an Alcoholi.... oh right Wrestling. Most people know me or know of me, either in a good way or bad way. Either way, I'm one of the Co-founders and Owner of Virtual Wrestling Entertainment. From 2009 to 2011 I was the Executive President of the company. I guess you could say for a time period, I was just about everything. The Builder, Scripter, Graphic Artist, Set Designer, Head Booker during 2009, and wrestling wise, I guess that speaks for itself. Five time VWE world Heavyweight Champion, One time VWE United States Champion, 2010 Hall of Fame Inductee, and One of the mainstay faces for a company I truly love.
IF you have a Stage/nickname: How did you get it?
The Eliminator. It's a long history actually. It spans from my in ring name during my NWA/CSPW independant wrestling days. I inherited it from my father who was a low carder for WCW/WWF back in the 80's. It's sorta been a family thing in real life. I've always used the name for wrestling related activities.
How did you Find Second Life and what made you join?
Actually, I was introduced to Second Life by a friend (Actually Charisma Aries's Real life Brother). I got into Club security for a few strip clubs and eventually managing and part owning a few clubs back in 2004. I dabbled with Mainland real estate before Islands were brought into Second Life, and was one of the lucky companies that made a good amount of money which later funded things VWE would acquire.
How did you get into SL wrestling?
I had an idea after learning to build within Second Life to create a wrestling company called VCW. It was intended to be more of a game than SL Wrestling is today, self reliant and allowing people to play similar to something like Smackdown Vs. Raw. I had a few partners in the idea with me, and we put a good amount of money into producing various things for the idea. Little did we ever know there was actually a Wrestling community on Second Life called SLCW. I met Ivan Halfpint and Icy Blackburn for the first time through VCW's building process. A few months after, one of my partners decided to leave Second Life, which put the idea on hold. We tried to continue the project again two other times, but little by little my partners weren't satisfied with not making money off of people. I just wanted to bring entertainment to people. I took a couple years off, while developing other independant games, and groups for games. I signed back into SL in mid 2009 and was messaged by Sidney Washborne who brought
me over to JW Beeswing's AHWF arena. I saw a lot of heart in JW and his quest to make something big. Until then few had ever really achieved the greatness that was SLCW/DCWF. A lot of companies were small, and using the same people, sharing and trying to survive long enough to hold a single show. It was JW that actually held a meeting with a few other companies, Loody's GCW, Sam's PWL, Akasha's Fed that was starting to be built, and JW's AHWF. They united together to create something bigger. They brought me into the equation knowing that I started the idea of VCW, that I had been 'in league' against Ivan and Alpin. In Enemy Territory, you could say. Long story short, they elected myself and Sid to lead the charge of this company. As time passed, I was handling most of the work, the building, and the overall ideas, alongside Loody. We restructured half a dozen times, and in the end I ended up the Owner and President of the VWE, even though I came in just to help them get off their feet. I guess you could say I became dedicated to making a place that could rival DCWF in size, dedication, and structure. A lot of people think
I became dedicated to making a place that could rival DCWF in size, dedication, and structure. A lot of people think, I did this in spite of them, when in all actuality, I've always respected the members of the DCWF, just not all the leaderships. Needless to say, SL Wrestling and Myself were joint by accident.
n 2006,
What Made you decide to get into SL Wrestling?
Well, I stumbled into it unknowingly with VCW, and again by being placed into position with XWA/VWE. I never really planned to be apart of SL Wrestling. Though Alpin and I did laugh about my return. I was actually considering joining DCWF back in mid 2009, when I returned. I was thinking about pitching in and joining up with them. the same day I considered it, was when Sid messaged me and I learned Alpin had left and made the ACPWS go public. With Alpin gone, I decided to looked around a little longer and see what the community was like. He once said to me, around that time, he wished he knew I was back, so we could have joined up together to create something like the VWE together. We once were at odds with eachother but I have a complete respect for everything he has done, and those before him.
do you have a Dream achievement to accomplish in SL wrestling?
Honestly, I've accomplished just about everything one can in many ways. My heart and soul will always be VWE, and with those that continue it on. I've been it's World Champion, I've been the guy that's done just about everything one can in the company. I've faced some of the best talent one can have the privilege to face. I've been palced in their history as a Hall of Famer. As a Promoter, I've helped build and grow a company that is two years has suceeded beyond so many other attempts. VWE in those two short years, did things many thought impossible before. From the two live streamed shows a week with a regular SL TV deal, to housing nearly 100+ active roster members at one time, to packing sims with 70+ people for major events, bringing in new names never heard of before, innovating the barely existing use of Voice promos, Development of production with high end entrance videos, stage light and effect designs, coining the now common term "Free-per-view" for major events, to having events with history break ing moments never before seen. In some small part, I helped VWE accomplish this as it's Leader. I couldn't dream of accomplishing anymore in SL Wrestling.
What do you think makes Your Character Special?
I don't know if I would say special. "The Eliminator" everyone knows is extremely different than what I had planned. When I started in VWE, I planned to be a midcard in the U.S. and Xtreme title catagories. I wanted to progress slowly. Unfortunately, we don't always get what we want. The major misconception is that in order to be the best to have to put people over by losing. Many have that mentality in this game. Seth Cameron was VWE's 'measuring stick'. When our roster was first growing, three people had the courage to do voice promos. Myself, Loody, and Curt. Benbe shortly followed. Loody and myself took to the spotlight due to the limited amount of main eventers. In a way I was pushed into being the 'Seth Cameron' I have been for two years, because the VWE needed it. 'The Eliminator' is that one cocky motherf**ker that you have to get around, or go through to get to the top. Whether you beat him, or simply go toe to toe with him, you gain respect in every sense. As my career progressed, the staff would a
[20:27] The Eliminator™ Seth Cameron (seth.cameron): ward me the world title to transition it, and prepare the next person to be a champion that would be persona stand toe to toe with Seth Cameron. I guess, My character is special, because he's not like other characters that take a loss more often than a win to put other's over. To get over Seth, was an accomplishment as was simply getting in a ring with him.
what is the name of your finishers and what are they?
I have two, The Elimination Device, which is a Inverted Tombstone Piledriver. The second never had a name, so I'll give it one finally, Exclusively just for this Blog. I'll call it... The Last Resort. Generally it is my quick finish. I mainly kip up (or nip up to SL Wrestling people) and nail a Superkick to my opponent. It's usually a quick and devastating blow that gets me the edge or in some cases win over my opponent.
how long have you been in SL wrestling?
Well officially since 2009, but i've been around the SL Wrestling scene for God knows how long. Couldn't remember to tell you honestly.
do you have any Dream Matches?
Surprisingly yes, a few of them. I've managed to face some of the best opponents including Brakman Wylder, Benbe Kirax, Curt Bombastic, Jenn Parkin, Derrick Cult, Loody Graves, and many more. However, I always wanted to face Alpin Criss in a match, as well as Adune Snowpaw, Shinja Ugajin, and I would have loved to face Sam the Man one on one. Needless to say, I'm retired now so I don't dream as much anymore. Just to state as well, I would have loved to face Jenn Parkin in a Hardcore Match once in my career.
if you could pick 5 Matches in any Federation which has been your favorites?
That's a tough one, I really don't go out beyond VWE walls, due to how much work I do on a constant basis. I'll say I have seen bits and pieces of matches from SLCW/DCWF. They have talented individuals like Drewski Hoxley, Misaki, Celtdan, Ari Lane, and many more past and present that I will give complete credit to their talent. Match wise, I would say 1. The Elimination Royale. Both 2010 and 2011. Outstanding job in both by 30 competitors. 2. Adune Snowpaw Vs. Mad Max Vaher 3. Jenn Parkin Vs. Tyress Serevi WrestleSeries II 4. Myself Vs. Benbe Kirax (every match) 5. Shinja Ugajin Vs. Alpin Criss at the TNT event.
How long have you been in your current Fed?
since it started, 2009.
what have you accomplished in SL wrestling?
Well as a promoter, nearly everything. As a Wrestler, I'm a five time VWE World Heavyweight Champion, One time VWE United States Champion, Undefeated at WrestleSeries (2-0), Ended Bryce's Undefeated Streak (Damn right Bryce, that's an accomplishment), 2010 VWE Hall of Famer, and had some of the best matches with people I truly respect and am honored to have faced.
do you have a Dream Tag team Partner/Stable members?
Absolutely. Tag-Team with Benbe Kirax, something we always wanted to do. Stable TNR: The New Revolution, I'd go with Bryce, Myself and Benbe this time around character wise.
if you could be the booker for 1 day and you could pick Any wrestler male or female from any fed who would you pick for the Mainevent?
Well I have been a booker for over 365 days, but if I had the entire SL Wrestling roster... Hmm... Brakman Wylder Vs. Drewski Hoxley Vs. Sam the Man Vs. DavidHawk Actor Vs. Shinja Ugajin Vs. Adune Snowpaw in an Elimination Chamber Match.
who trained you?
I never was formally trained per say. I did receive some training from Tony Hanson (aka TonyDaTiger) and mostly from Akasha Faulkes. Both of them taught me various things on spot, Tony actually was teaching me during my first matches. I mainly self taught myself the ACPWS.
if you have a top 1 moment since the beginning of your Career to now can you tell us about that and why?
Top moment... I think I would have to say The entirety of Beachbrawl 2011. After facing and defeating Derrick, I lost the World title to Benbe when he cashed in his contract, only to retake the world title without even having to face him. It was such a dick move, and it was awesome. The reaction the entire night had was filled with rollercoaster moments, and I loved every minute of it. It was fun.
is there anyone you'd like to thank for being there since you began your adventure in SL wrestling?
Wow.. A few people really. Akasha for always supporting me, VCW, and VWE. Jenn Parkin for trusting me and my sometimes half baked ideas. Ever since HKWF merged into VWE, Jenn has been supportive and dedicated to VWE, always helping behind the scenes since the early days of VWE. Benbe and You for always being there with me with every game I play and build. Derrick, Brak, Adune, MadMax and every person that has been dedicated to VWE since they arrived here. Alpin for supporting VWE in it's early days, and truly building a foundation we all partake in. Most of All, Wildfire Morgwain who kept me sane for the last one and a half out of two years with the VWE.
If you have been in more then One Federation how many have you been in and what was the names?
Technically one, VWE. Though I did start the VCW movement which never took off.
Virtual Wrestling Entertainment and Virtual Championship Wrestling
do you have anyone that inspires you in SL wrestling? and why?
Three people, even though I came before two of them. Jenn Parkin, Brakman Wylder, and Adune Snowpaw. Jenn has tradition behind her. From SLCW/DCWF to HKWF to VWE, she's been someone I think everyone respects. There's a reason she became a World champion in VWE. She has deserved and earned the highest acolydes in this industry. Not to mention her Hardcore matches are always top notch. She's the only character I know of that can be completely silent, yet have a voice in her actions that I believe. Brakman Wylder simply because in my opinion, he is the best of all time. His skills outmatch so many in this industry, his fan base is gigantic, his promos are top notch. He is the modern day Dynamite Kid of SL Wrestling (The Dynamite Kid that was ranked #1 for years by Pro Wrestling.) Everything that he does is done with a Chuck Norris grace. Like Chuck Norris, You are all allowed in the SL Wrestling community because Brakman Wylder allows it (just a joke lol but who knows the beard.) Adune Snowpaw. This is a guy that is traditional, true, and always gives 110%. There's no doubt in my mind that he is one of the few hearts of VWE. He gives everything he can to his matches, his company, and his peers. He has Skill, he has character, he has class, and he has honor. There's no better than that.
Do you have anyone that inspires you in RL wrestling and why?
Mark Calaway aka Undertaker, Epic dedicated Legend and I'm personally biased for good reasons. Adam Copeland aka Edge, brilliant showman, with a wonderful skill set in the ring. Truly a legend that was taken from wrestling too early. The Rock actually a bit as well, especially his promos.
If you had a custom Attire what is the colors?
I did have custom attire. Red, silver(or white) and black. Different variations, usually with an E logo on the crotch, and barbed wire design down the leg.
FED OWNERS questions:
what made you decide to start your own Federation?
Five other people that needed help, and had hope.
has there been any regrets?
A Few honestly. As a Fed owner, you can't make everyone happy, not even yourself. You quickly become hated because you don't see eye to eye with someone else, and you're the one calling the shots. You get on bad terms with former friends because you look out for your company the best way you can. I have my regrets of things that happened, but I don't regret making the decisions I have.
can you name your top 5 Favorite matches in Your Federation?
I think I pretty much did already with the other 5, since I don't get out to other shows much. But to replace the one with me, add in Brakman Wylder Vs. Sam the Man at Elimination Royale.
can you name your top 5 Feuds in any Fed of SL wrestling?
Oooh that's a toughie. Let's see... 1. Brakman and Sam 2. Me and Benbe 3. Jenn and Kim (though I accidentally cheated them out of their final match, I'm still sorry about that), 3. Adune and Benbe 4. Acheron and Wolfy 5. Vendetta and Akasha.
Again, I'm not familiar with other companies, and I admit to my ignorance with it. I'm sure they have had wonderful storylines.
Any Special Match you'd like to see? if so between who?
Elimination Dome, Brakman Wylder Vs. Derrick Cult Vs. Bryce Ketterley Vs. Adune Snowpaw Vs. MadMax Vaher Vs. Jackson Doune (Make it happen Staff! 2012!)
has it been easy being the owner of a federation?
Oh sure, it's been a breeze. You just have to know where to stick the knife in the right wa... Just kidding. No actually it's challenging, hair pulling, agonizing, and soul crushing. There are days you don't even want to sign on Second Life, because you're tried of drama, or in house fighting, or undedicated people, or other companies or individuals slamming you for decisions you make. Anyone that owns a promotion in my eyes or has in the past deserves a f**cking medal for outstanding patience and perservence in a Combat Zone. Needless to say, it's truly rewarding as well at times. Not everyone can hack being a fed owner, and even fewer can be the owner of a company as big as VWE, or even DCWF, and still keep their sanity.
as we know theres alot of rumors in SL wrestling some are bad some are good what do you think causes these rumors?
People that have nothing better to do than talk trash about someone or some place simply because they don't agree with them, were kicked out by them, or simply like to stir blood into shark filled waters. For two years, I've had rumors spread through the SL Wrestling community about me. From I hand myself the world titles, to I purposely trash talked someone, and even claiming I'm some sort of SL Wrestling God. I thought it was clear to the community that I was Hitler based on that awesome video made about me, but oh well. It's petty childish shit honestly. I pay no attention, and believe no rumors without some proper truth behind it. Take it with a grain of Salt. If you hear a rumor about someone saying shit about you, go confront them. Don't sit in a blog and trash talk the person that you know nothing about and have nothing to do with. You know who I'm talking about. Wink Wink.
is there any certain Federation you would love to work with your federation?
At this point, no. Look it's nothing against other feds. They are all great for their own reasons, and if they have supporters, they're obviously doing something right. Feds working with feds is counter productive in my eyes. Yeah you get a bigger roster or a bigger co ran event, but you get a bigger headache as well. The worst thing to deal with is two owners that feel they're right about opposite ends. On top of that, Running a promotion is about you working your company to it's heights. You never saw WCW and WWE do a supershow for a reason. It didn't help their cause. They were rival companies for a reason with mutual behind the scenes respect between peers. In my opinion, personally, if you can't run your company independently without having to have an alliance, then maybe you should pack it up, or merge it in. As cold as that sounds. I do respect the newfound appreciation and handshaking from uHw though. Maybe someday, we'll see something brew. VWE just doesn't need extra drama, and in my eyes, that's all alliances become in time.
if you could name top 3 Feds which would they be and why?
There is no Number one, or there's two number ones. DCWF and VWE. They have been for the last two + years (the + for DCWF). VWE has recently cooled down, but I truly believe with it's new leaders it will soar again. Still both of these companies are the dominant force and have been. Well known names and venues. Third on that list would be uHw in my opinion. uWs in my eyes was a rocky beginning, but the dedication Maxine and her entire staff (including members) have put into uHw has been eye changing to me. I see their true nature, intent, and focus. I commend her and her company. Honorable mentions also go to David and Vince for OEW, though I did prefer OEW over DWA, personally (no offense fellas).
what is your opinion on the "SL Wrestling Community"
Well, here's where I become even more hated. Lol. My opinion honestly. What is called a community is only half true. You have people that truly care about eachother. Your Drewskis your Scarletts, your Misakis, your Shinjas, your Jenns, your Brakmans, your Alpins, and such. This is 1/3rd of this community. THAT is the ONLY community. 2/3rds of this susposive Community are rumor mongering sharks looking for blood to spill in the water. Each company has it's own community it's within. They have their friends on both sides, and they respect the rival as much as their own company to an extent. They show up, they applaud, boo, and are always respectful. They don't trash someone with little insults, they don't call people names, or chant moronic chants. They respect those they like and even those that perhaps don't in good sportsmanship. Then you have the sharks. The ones that jump from company to company, that spread the rumors, that believe the rumors, that believe they are correct over every owner in SL Wrestlin g existance, that act like total morons at events, and that bad mouth whatever company they left or got fired simply to save face. In my eyes, this community people talk about doesn't exist. Is there a community? It's simply not this Second Life group that expects assimulation of other's to agree with them or be outcasted. VWE has been stand alone for a long time, with many people having friends in DCWF, HAWX, uHw, and more. That's a community of friends. Joint Shows, duo rosters, Wrestling Conventions, and radio shows that pay attention to only one side of the content when claiming to be unbiased. That's not a community, that's simply a Regime.
Ten Question Game! i will say 10 names/words say the first thing that pops up in your head..
1: VWE
A: Home
2: Wrestleseries
A: Beginning
3: DCWF
A: Talented Rival
4: Hardcore
A: Freak Jenn Parkin?
5: Shinja Ugajin
A: Tradition
6: numbers Rossini
A: Uninformed by Choice.
7: Maxine Endrizzi
A: Forgiven and Truly Respected
8: Future Superstar
A: Cody Houley
9: Commentator of the year
A: Benja Nirvana (He did commentate most of 2011)
10: Female wrestler & Male Wrestler of the year
A: Male: Brakman Wylder / Female: Tony Hanson (Just kidding, Rubie Jules)
any last words?
Yeah, actually. People say I should take responsibilty for things in the past that happened with VWE. Here's a fun fact, contrary to what is Rumored about me, I have taken Responsibility for every good or bad thing that has hapened in VWE History. Even taking responsibilty for other people's messes. When a decision is made by staff, it's simply made by staff. I place no blame on others unless they merit it themselves. What was my company was my faults or errors. 5 months ago I left control of the VWE in the hands of the Board of Directors, and the new leaders Jenn and Brak. I still to this day get blame for minor things, and I'm prefectly okay with that. I'm human as is all Fed owners. Don't presume to know anyone nor their work ethics without getting to know them first, otherwise you just prove to be more ignorant than the rumor/s that are spread in this community. Like me Hate me, doesn't matter to me. I keep my word to those I make promises to. Something not many (if hardly any) fed owner can truly claim
and back it up with people that have seen it. I'm no saint, but in my history with VWE, I thought solely of VWE before everything and everyone else. To key indidvudals that want to talk shit about me when you don't know me, don't ask me, or don't confront me. Grow up, get a set of balls (or atleast hypothetically) and confront the person on truths or bullshit before you make stupid comments in public. That said to those key people. To those in this community that are true, that love this sport, that bleed, starve, and work hard for the companies you work for. You have my utmost respect. To me it's not the owners, presidents, or staffs that make these companies last, is the members and the fans, that show up for every event, and support their favorite place to wrestle or watch. I spent two years in the politics of SL Wrestling. With all due respect, NO fed owner is without politics, and if they say they are, they're full of shit. We have blood on our hands equally. Always have. Responsibility is a word thrown around by others that don't always know the meaning. After 2 years in this Industry, I can finally rest, and be pro
around by others that don't always know the meaning. After 2 years in this Industry, I can finally rest, and be proud of my company, and my people. I'm happily retired, enjoying the new adventure in my real life, but I will always cherish, honor, and support Virtual Wrestling Entertainment. So with that said.... You've just been Eliminated.
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