Ep 1. The Battle Begins...
- TV-14
- February 25, 2014
- 42 min
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9.0 (9)
In the first episode of Game of Arms, titled "The Battle Begins," viewers are introduced to the world of competitive arm wrestling. The show follows several teams and individuals as they prepare for the upcoming season and the National Championships in Kansas City, Missouri.
The episode opens with a montage of arm wrestling matches and interviews with some of the competitors, including Travis Bagent and Cobra Rhodes, who are seen as two of the top contenders for the championship. We also meet several other characters, such as Allen Fisher, a former champion who is making a comeback after a long hiatus, and Tim Bresnan, who is determined to prove himself as a top competitor in the sport.
As the episode progresses, we see each of the teams begin their training and preparation for the upcoming season. Some teams, like the Sacramento Arm Benders, train together and have a strong sense of camaraderie, while others, like the New York City Arms Control, have more individualistic approaches and focus on training each member separately.
Throughout the episode, we see the various challenges that the competitors face in their training. Many of them struggle with injuries, such as torn rotator cuffs and strained tendons, that threaten to derail their plans for the season. Others struggle with the mental aspect of the sport, trying to maintain focus and composure during high-pressure matches.
As the season approaches, tensions rise between some of the competitors. Travis Bagent and Cobra Rhodes, in particular, have a rivalry that is brewing as they both vie for the top spot in the National Championship. The episode ends with a cliffhanger as these two competitors face off in a dramatic match that sets the stage for the rest of the season.
Overall, "The Battle Begins" is an exciting and engaging introduction to the world of Game of Arms. It does an excellent job of introducing the key players and providing insight into the physical and mental challenges of the sport. With high stakes, fierce competition, and compelling characters, this episode sets the tone for an exhilarating season of arm wrestling.
