The Work of E-Wrestling

The second-most powerful man in pro wrestling, Tony Khan, cut his teeth in the world of fantasy wrestling. So did I

The work of e-wrestling (illustration courtesy of David Trustman)

Hey all you fortysomething (or older!) kids,

I've got something special for you today. I'm sharing a sneak peek at a chapter I wrote for an upcoming book by Jonathan Snowden, the mastermind behind Hybrid Shoot and a veteran combat sports journalist. This isn't just any chapter — it's a deep dive into the wild world of e-wrestling, the hobby that made me the writer I am today.

Ever wondered how a bunch of nerds playing make-believe on the internet ended up influencing the likes of AEW's Tony Khan? Or how a German student's wrestling simulator became the breeding ground for future WWE writers? Well, buckle up, because this chapter's got all that and more.

But here's the deal, workamaniacs — I can only share so much for free. If you want to read the full chapter, with all its juicy details about online drama about teenage boys huddled in an mIRC chatroom falling under the sway of a real-life Stifler’s mom, real-world success stories, and what’s left of e-wrestling, you'll need to subscribe. For a measly $5 a month¹ (or less if you grab our current discount), you'll get access to this chapter and loads of other exclusive content.

So what do you say, fireballers? Ready to gamble a few e-bucks and step into the digital squared circle? Subscribe now and let's explore the fascinating world of e-wrestling together!