Lya Interview

I would like to thank dear Lya for giving me the chance to interview her...this interview was done live on AIM so expect some EXTRAAAAASSSSS!!! lol Enjoy :D



Tell us a little about yourself? Hobbies and what not.

"Well you know I am Lya haha. I love singing, dancing, reading of course haha. I also enjoy arts and crafts with my daughter Leilani who is 7."

How did you get into Fantasy Wrestling?

"I got into Fantasy Wrestling on a section of wwe.com called WWE Universe, which was Fan Nation at the time. I was 15 and thought it looked like fun. The first time I logged on I was hooked. Sadly, it isn't active due to being closed back in early 2011."

How long are or were you efedding?

"I have been e-fedding for almost 8 years now."

What type of Fantasy Wrestling Roleplaying style do you prefer? (Match Writing, Promo, Game/Sim etc)

"I prefer Promo because it allows you the opportunity to make your character based on what is in your head. The creative freedom it gives is like no other."

Did you have any difficulty learning your preferred style during your first time doing it?

"At first yes because it is different from what I already knew. When I started doing promos, I struggled because I was so used to chain style RPing (quoting what the person you are RPing with wrote in a reply). I caught on quickly lol."

What was the first E-fed that you joined called? Describe your time there.

"The first e-fed I joined was called DX-Revolution. Man, it was wild lol. The first few months I was like 'what in the hell man?' lol. It was bananas. I had a great time there. Had a lot of memorable story lines and fueds."

What are your favorite efed and/or RL promotions? Rank your top five if you want.

"5- Thy WWE
4- TEW
3- LWW
2- IWF
1-WEW"

Who was your first character? If you remember.

"My first character was Jayde Li."

How Many Characters did or are you controlling as of now?

"Between 5 feds haha...I honestly lost count."

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:09:54 PM] SupeRay Hero: Jeebus 5 feds? O.o I couldn't handle that O.o, How do you manage your time? Between the 5.

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:10:11 PM] Lya: Scheduling lol

How many Championships have you held during your career efedding? If you remember.

"15 Total"

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:12:34 PM] SupeRay Hero: What Championship title that you won had a lot of meaning to you?

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:13:51 PM] Lya: The Thy WWE Women's Championship. I won it as Layla in my debut match. That meant a lot because the owner took a chance on me by putting me in a PPV title match right out the gate.

Was that your first championship that you won?

"It was. Yes"

Did you make any friends in Efedding? Keep in contact with them?

"I made a lot of friends in efedding. Some I lost contact with. One in particular passed away a couple of years ago (RIP Chris Havok). The most of them I still talk to almost on a daily basis."

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:17:48 PM] SupeRay Hero: aww, thats sad :( The fed that he was active in, was the whole fed affected by the loss?

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:19:03 PM] Lya: Yes both feds were affected because he touched each of us in such an impactful manner that we were all deeply saddened. Both feds actually had a tribute show in his honor.

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:19:55 PM] SupeRay Hero: Thats touching :)

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:21:08 PM] Lya: He meant just that much to us all. He was that one true friend that I knew I could always talk to. The sweetest person you would ever meet out of characterr although his IC persona was scary as Hell lol.

Somewhat on the subject, who are your favorite rpers? Why?

"As much as I dislike the guy now, I have to give a lot of credit to my ex Brian Gunn. He is just fucking brilliant. This guy can go from sweet and caring to demonic and psychotic in a matter of seconds lol. Second, I have to say my good friend Burmy. I love his Cryme Tyme and Donna personas. They are just that good. Then I can't forget Steve AKA SM Raye/Xavier Watts. It is amazing how he makes me dig so deep emotionally when I RP with him. If you have seen our GRPs, you will know what I mean. OMG can't forget Darius. His Zharya...woooooooooo enough said".

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:26:39 PM] SupeRay Hero: What am I chopped Liver?!?!? >_> LOL kidding :P

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:27:16 PM] Lya: Lol now come on now. You and I took each other to the limit with that one and only solo match we had lol.

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:27:42 PM] SupeRay Hero: That is true

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:27:52 PM] Lya: Would love to see Tamina and Giselle team up. That would be fucking boss!

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:28:20 PM] SupeRay Hero: Ugh, don't want to give Sayge more evidence to bash us on >_> LOL

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:28:33 PM] Lya: True dat lol

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:29:01 PM] SupeRay Hero: If we could get Scarlett, you and me in an all girls federation we should dominate easily ^.^

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:29:33 PM] SupeRay Hero: Watch out Crystal Hilton ;)

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:29:36 PM] SupeRay Hero: HAHAHAHAHA

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:29:37 PM] Lyara Storm: lol

Is there anyone you want to face in the near future?

"Hmmmm.....Eliza Gray again."

Was your work ever plagarized by others?

"Thankfully no. At least not to my knowledge."

Have you ever dealt with Drama during your time?

"OMG yes and still do to this day lol"

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:34:46 PM] SupeRay Hero: ooooo

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:34:52 PM] SupeRay Hero: anything to talk about?

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:35:13 PM] SupeRay Hero: As you can see my viewers LOVE gossip but you don't have to if you don't want to

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:35:30 PM] Lya: I had some drama at a fed which will remain nameless where a certain member got pissed off and decided to turn the entire fed against me.

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:35:53 PM] SupeRay Hero: Oh a fed with co-signers...how lovely -eyeroll-

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:36:37 PM] Lya: Exactly. All because my then boyfriend Brian Gunn started a fed of our own and the ass behind it all wanted me for himself.

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:37:03 PM] SupeRay Hero: -eyeroll-

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:37:32 PM] Lya: Mind you we both still RPed for the fed as well as our own.

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:38:17 PM] Lya: We were constantly jobbed and lost to consistently substandard quality RPs.

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:38:46 PM] Lya: They even tried blackmail and the divide/conquer tactic lol.

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:40:33 PM] SupeRay Hero: Shady bitches. Oh and people might call me a hypocrite for saying "A fed with Co-signers" so lemme hold this off for a few to tell these mad ass bitches something, Ok, look, EVERYONE in WEW thinks for THEMSELVES? Alright? I can think for myself, Darius can think for himself, Carla thinks for herself, Hannah, Sarah, Zoey, Lya, Ben, Twin K...etc etc WE ALL can think for ourselves, stop trying to put WEW down with every tried and possible excuse out there (Oh no they follow Darius, Nah these guys are his minions) blah blah blah SHUT UP I've heard it before, you're just mad because we are the it thing right now...DEAL WITH IT! Ok? Yeah /endrant xD

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:43:25 PM] SupeRay Hero: No not end, cause I can speak for EVERYONE by saying that we came to WEW on OUR own terms...it was our choice PERIOD. Ain't nobody following no one, we can leave anytime we want. Unlike most feds out there we are more united like a family of sorts, we fight, don't get along, have our disagreements, but in the end, try us and we will strike back HARD...NOW that's all I have to say

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:44:06 PM] Lyara Storm: Hold up Hermano...you don't mind if I add my bit to this, do you?

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:44:19 PM] SupeRay Hero: sure sure go ahead :P

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:45:40 PM] Lya: Like it was stated, this Jamaican can think very well on my own. If not I would not have lasted in this shit as long as I have. I can handle my own, do my own and take down whoever tries me. I have had enough of you fucking haters out there and you know damn well who you are.

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:47:01 PM] Lya: You want to say that I can't RP, that I can't do this, that I can't do that. Well look at where the fuck I am and where you are. Hmm got nothing to say huh? Lya handles her shit proper. I got me. Continue to hate on me. I am still on my grind and adding to my record every fucking day. Think you can do better? Step up so I can knock you back down.

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:47:42 PM] Lya: Come at me. You can find me at WEW or TIW. Holla at this bitch, try your luck and you will be just another footnote.

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:48:46 PM] Lya: Ok I'm done haha. Had to get that out lol

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:49:03 PM] SupeRay Hero: AHHHHHHHH!!!!

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:49:04 PM] SupeRay Hero: xD

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:49:11 PM] SupeRay Hero: ok ok ok back to this interview

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:49:16 PM] Lya: ok lol

What is your opinion of the "E-fed Community"?

"It is a great place. Granted you have your haters. You have your drama. That is to be expected. That is life in general."

Have you ever made any regrets in fantasy wrestling?

"Oh yes lol..past choices when it came to who I let into my life when I first started. A lot of stalkers lol"

How long do you plan on efedding? If you are still doing it that is.

"Until I can't do it anymore. It started out as a hobby and became a passion of mine. I love e-fedding. I've tried to leave but I can't. I still have a lot left to do."

Do you have any advice for those who want to get into Fantasy Wrestling?

"Be sure when you enter into it that you can commit to it and see it through. You have to have a tough skin because it will not always be sugary sweet. You will meet some nice people and some real asses too. Believe in yourself and the talent God gave you."



---Character Questions---

Who is your favorite and/or most popular character that you have controlled?

"Got to say it is a tie between the family unit I created (Lya, Serai and Rafael) and Isis."

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:59:02 PM] SupeRay Hero: which one do you like to control the most?

[Tue Mar 6 2012 02:59:18 PM] Lya: Tough one but I must say Lya.

Any RL Wrestlers that inspired your character?

"Kristal Marshall and Lita"

Describe The Characters Personality.

"Lya is a sweetheart. Sweet, caring, and willing to help anyone. A strong sense of family. A loving mother, sister and cousin. Fiercely loyal and somewhat introverted due to a painful past."

What would the characters Custom Attire look like? In terms of Color and appearance?

"Lya is usually dressed in either a black pinstripe suit, workout clothes (bra top and yoga pants) or Baby Phat/Lady Enyce/Apple Bottoms haha."

Nicknames?

"LyLy, Bella and Preciosa"

Best Aspect?

"Her sweet yet protective nature"

Worst Aspect?

"At times she can be gullible"

Describe your characters Wrestling Style.

"It's a mix of MMA, submissions and technical. Her early background was formed in MMA."

What is her finisher(s)?

"Thoth's Puzzle (Lotus lock) and Ra's Ray (bow and arrow submission)"

Pick a weapon that relates to your character and tell us how.

"Hmm..I would have to say the biker chain. Lya is extremely versatile and can adapt to anything at any time."

Did the character work well with others?

"Oh yes Lya can work with anyone."

Did she have a Manager/Valet/Enforcer?

"Yes her brother Rafael, Lena Yada and Shad Gaspard were/are her enforcers."

Any Relationships? Pick the best one for her :P

"Relationships as far as? lol. We might be here a while lol."

[Tue Mar 6 2012 03:14:55 PM] SupeRay Hero: romantic

[Tue Mar 6 2012 03:14:59 PM] SupeRay Hero: lol

[Tue Mar 6 2012 03:15:00 PM] Lya: Oh boy lol

[Tue Mar 6 2012 03:16:52 PM] Lya: Let's see....there was Maven, R-Truth, Aldon 'Trey' Songz, Shad Gaspard, Kane Mitchell, Xavier Watts and recently on WEW Sebastian Raye. On TIW she is married to Charles Englund.

[Tue Mar 6 2012 03:17:22 PM] Lya: Oh almost forgot the brief romance between her and Shane Andrews lol

[Tue Mar 6 2012 03:17:39 PM] SupeRay Hero: Or lord maybe I shouldn't have asked that o.o.....If Sayge says something I'm sorry :(

[Tue Mar 6 2012 03:17:43 PM] SupeRay Hero: xD

[Tue Mar 6 2012 03:17:47 PM] Lya: lol

[Tue Mar 6 2012 03:18:23 PM] SupeRay Hero: I know shes going to say something cause shes a freaking crumb snatching leech looking for bad stuff to say about people xD

[Tue Mar 6 2012 03:19:05 PM] Lya: Well I'm sure that Brooklyn Cruz has already beat her to it. She already called Lya a man stealing skank lol

[Tue Mar 6 2012 03:19:31 PM] SupeRay Hero: who cares about Brooklyn Cruz? I sure don't LOLOLOL (Love you Carla<3)

[Tue Mar 6 2012 03:19:38 PM] Lya: lol

[Tue Mar 6 2012 03:20:11 PM] Lya: Can't forget Eliza. She already called her a whore on Twitter.

[Tue Mar 6 2012 03:20:49 PM] SupeRay Hero: Yeah, then she got royally schooled by Zharya on Twitter

[Tue Mar 6 2012 03:20:53 PM] SupeRay Hero: #oops

[Tue Mar 6 2012 03:21:00 PM] SupeRay Hero: LOVE YOU ZOEY!!!! xD

[Tue Mar 6 2012 03:21:04 PM] Lya: lmao

What is your characters preferred match type?

"Lya's favorite match type is 3 Stages of Hell."

Who did you enjoy feuding with the most with the character?

"My most memorable feud was with Synn DeVille in TWE. She took me there and back lol."

[Tue Mar 6 2012 03:25:23 PM] SupeRay Hero: I should add that Synn DeVille is known to most of us in WEW as Psychotica....and she has a bad reputation here

[Tue Mar 6 2012 03:25:32 PM] Lya: Ouch

[Tue Mar 6 2012 03:25:54 PM] SupeRay Hero: most of us don't like her cause of the crap she pulled in WWH, so theres no hope of her coming here -shrugs-

[Tue Mar 6 2012 03:26:07 PM] SupeRay Hero: well He >_>

[Tue Mar 6 2012 03:26:22 PM] SupeRay Hero: but I'll stop there

[Tue Mar 6 2012 03:26:25 PM] Lya: Oops lol ok

How many championships has the character won?

"8 in all"

What was the first title you have earned with the character?

"The first title was the TWE Diversity Tag Team Title which she earned with her then husband Maven"

Did she earn any honors? (Hall of Fame, etc...)

"She did earn Hall of Fame for being the first ever double champ"

Between the mainstream companies and the independents, where do you think your character will fit?

"With her versatility and knowledge of the business, she can easily fit in both."

Describe how you will retire the character.

"An Inferno match haha."


---Fed Owner Questions---

What is the name of the fed that you run?

"Total Impact Wrestling"

How long is active?

"We have been active for about a month now. We just had our second show and getting ready for our first ever PPV"

Was it inspired by another?

"Yes XWE"

Why did you create your federation?

"To bring back that feeling of being able to raise hell with no boundaries. That was what XWE embodied. No limits, no boundaries, no rules."

Did you have any difficultiees when starting it up?

"Actually not at all. Sean AKA Kane Mitchell and I worked together when we ran XWE together so it was painless."

Who helped you run things?

"Sean and Cody Layfield. The three of us just bounce ideas off each other and it just flows. It is almost like we think the same lol"

What are the brands, if any?

"We have our flagship show Impact and our preshow Velocity."

What makes TIW different than the others out there?

"We are a relatively new company. We are open to any ideas that are within reason. We welcome all comers. I can't say that we are that much different but the family atmosphere is amazing due to most of us having RPed together before."

Would you say your fed's memebers are united?

"For the most part, yes we are. Granted there may be a temper or two but it is squashed rather quickly."

Who made the feds GFX?

"Got to give Sean Mendez all the credit for that haha. I am still learning lol"

Do you prefer Proboards, InvisionFree or some other fourm host for making a fed?

"I usually use Proboards but I am getting used to InvisionFree though."



---General/Random Questions---

Do you watch wrestling anymore? What's your opinion on the mainstream companies now compared to the time you first saw WWE or TNA?

"Actually I watch old school streams now. Wrestling now has become ridiculuously scripted. It's not even fun anymore."

Favorite Wrestler(s)?

"Undertaker, Triple H, Samoa Joe"

Besides Wrestling what else do you watch?

"I love Tyler Perry AKA Madea haha. She is hilarious. Meet The Browns, House of Payne, all the Madea plays and movies."

Where do you see yourself in 10 years?

"Owning my own catering business and financially stable"

What are your Pet Peeves?

"Racism, liars, judgmental people, cheaters and ass kissers most defo"

Who is your favorite GFX Artist?

"Off the bat...Ben aka Slash. That sig he made for Lya....wow"


10 WORDS GAME TIME!!!!! Say the First Thing that comes to your mind for the following:

1. Christina Aguilera
A: You let yourself go lol

2. Alicia Fox
A: Underrated and so talented

3. Zoey
A: Sweetie

4. Jersey Shore
A:Snooki and Vinny! Haha

5. WWH
A: What the hell was I thinking?

6. Chocolate
A: I love it!

7. King of WEW
A: S..M..Raye

8. Queen of WEW
A: Zharya

9. Catelyn Vaine
A: I love it!

10. Steve
A: Woooo I love RPing with you


Any Final words to those reading this?

"Put God first in all that you do and watch Him take you to heights you never thought existed."