Story Warz Episode 040 Summary: John Crist, Robert Kelly, & Zac Amico | Chaos

Introduction In episode 040 of Story Warz: A Game of Deceptive Storytelling, hosted by comedians Big Jay Oakerson and Luis J. Gomez from the GaS Digital Network, the final night of the Nashville Comedy Festival takes center stage. The episode features special guests John Crist, Robert Kelly, and Zac Amico, who join the hosts for an evening filled with laughter, competitive spirit, and chaotic storytelling.

Game Overview The premise of Story Warz involves each participant submitting multiple stories on a given theme—in this episode, the theme is "Chaos." Producer Alex reads out eight stories, with the panelists tasked to identify the true stories among the fabrications. Points are awarded for correctly guessing a story's author or successfully deceiving others about the story's origin.

Round 1: High School Hijinks [08:38] Alex begins the game with the first story:

"In high school, a cop car pulled up on my friends and I drinking in the woods. We ran and split up. I went back and collected all the booze and hid it behind my house and never told the rest of the group." — [08:38]

Louis Gomez immediately dismisses it:

"That is a pretty chaotic story. But that's not my story. You know this. I've only drank a handful of times before I was..." — [09:15]

The panel suspects John Crist, Robert Kelly, or Zac Amico. After heated debates filled with playful insults and comedic distractions (e.g., Big J stuffing a taco in his face), the story is revealed to belong to Louis Gomez.

Round 2: Dating Disasters [19:40] The second story reads:

"I called a black girl who I was on a date with, colored by accident." — [19:40]

The panelists engage in a heated discussion about racial terminology and the authenticity of the story. Louis Gomez confidently attributes the story to himself, asserting his lack of involvement in underage drinking, while John Crist and Robert Kelly challenge his claims. Ultimately, Alex confirms the story belongs to Robert Kelly.

Round 3: Stand-Up Struggles [29:35] Alex presents:

"I headlined a show where the feature had no arms and no legs. He closed on an inspirational speech. I couldn't follow him. One night, I decided to put one of my arms in my sleeve. When I walked out, I bombed for an hour. And an amputee military vet tried to fight me in the parking lot." — [29:35]

The panel suspects Louis Gomez due to the comedic mishap, but after intense banter and accusations of deceit, the story is again confirmed to be Louis's own, showcasing his self-deprecating humor about performing with physical limitations.

Round 4: Brake-less Driving [42:06] The fourth story:

"For a month, I drove a car with no brakes and would memorize routes to avoid going downhill." — [42:06]

John Crist vehemently denies the story, leading to a flurry of accusations among the panelists. After much deliberation, Alex identifies the story as Robert Kelly's, highlighting his penchant for reckless driving anecdotes.

Round 5: Mosh Pit Mayhem [58:21] Alex shares:

"I took someone on a third date to a music festival. We got locked into a surprise mosh pit on the lawn where we were both lifted off the ground and scared for our lives." — [58:21]

The panel debates the likelihood of each member experiencing such a chaotic date. Louis Gomez attributes the story to Big J due to its resemblance to his wild antics, while others consider Zac Amico's involvement. Ultimately, Alex confirms the story belongs to Zac Amico, who humorously relates it to his experience on a heavy metal cruise.

Round 6: Family Feuds [71:19] The sixth story reads:

"My father was involved in a melee that got him stabbed with a knife." — [71:19]

This deeply personal story sparks intense debate about the panelists' backgrounds and the authenticity of the narrative. Amidst heated exchanges and humorous deflections, Alex reveals the story as belonging to Robert Kelly, shedding light on his tumultuous family history.

Round 7: Wedding Woes [83:42] Alex presents the seventh story:

"In middle school, me and my buddy both tried to make a move on the same girl at the same time, unbeknownst to the other while watching a movie in the dark. And she let it happen." — [83:42]

The panelists analyze the awkwardness and comedic potential of the scenario. Louis Gomez points towards Big J due to its alignment with his flamboyant personality, while others consider Bobby Kelly's involvement. Alex confirms the story belongs to John Crist, adding another layer of complexity to his character.

Round 8: Inappropriate Encounters [96:59] The final story:

"One time on a trip I got walked in on by housekeeping while I was masturbating. And I got so scared that I threw my phone instead of covering up." — [96:59]

This risqué story leads to uproarious laughter and accusations of impropriety among the panelists. Louis Gomez rules it as his own due to its explicit nature, while Big J and Zac Amico argue over the authenticity. Alex finally declares the story as Zac Amico's, concluding the intense round.

Final Scores and Tiebreaker [104:59] After tallying points from each round, Louis Gomez and Zach Amico find themselves tied. A dramatic tiebreaker ensues, involving secret wagers and heated debates about the integrity of the game. Ultimately, Alex reveals the final scores:

• Louis J. Gomez: 16 points
• Zac Amico: 16 points
• John Crist: 14 points
• Robert Kelly: 16 points
• Big J. Okerson: 6 points

Due to the three-way tie, an overtime round is initiated with a new story, deciding the ultimate winner. The final story belongs to Zac Amico, who deftly navigates the chaos to secure victory.

Conclusion Louis Gomez emerges as the grand winner of the episode, securing the highest points through his consistent storytelling and strategic deception. The episode concludes with heartfelt (and humorous) acknowledgments among the panelists, celebrating friendship and the joy of competitive comedy.

Notable Quotes:

• Louis J. Gomez:

  "I'm hooked on espresso breakers, 8 milligram strength. I toss one in during our pre-show huddle to get my head in the game." — [18:38]

• John Crist:

  "You don't have a license. You think it's who?" — [47:22]

• Zac Amico:

  "I'm Shiprocked. And I love you so much." — [105:18]

• Luis J. Gomez:

  "It's all gay." — [87:50]

These moments encapsulate the dynamic interactions, comedic tensions, and playful rivalries that define Story Warz, making episode 040 a memorable installment in the series.