Jace Van Ardent

The lights hit a neon haze—greens, purples, and white strobes. Jace bursts out doing a loose, confident bounce-step, pointing to fans like he’s picking a rhythm partner. He shadow-kicks the air, lands clean, and throws a relaxed grin like the whole arena is his living room. He slides in, hops to the second rope, throws a quick “thumbs-up” salute, and drops down ready to fly.

Spinning Heel Kick

Leg Lariat

Monkey Flip

Rolling Thunder (somersault senton)

Step-up Enzuigiri

Coastline Cutter (springboard cutter)

Split-Leg Star Press (split-legged moonsault)

Spinning Frog Splash

Van Launch

He stuns the opponent with a rebound kick combo, then leaps to the ropes for a fast springboard feint—landing behind them to set up the finish.

Ardent Impact

A diving frog splash with a tight midair tuck and full extension on landing—covers immediately, deep hook.

The Afterglow Lock

A modified surfboard into a trapped crossface—uses bodyweight and leverage more than brute force.

Cool, confident, and creative. Plays to the crowd but never cheats. His confidence reads as “I’ve got this,” not arrogance.

High pace + timing: kick flurries to force cover-ups, then springboard/corner angles to punish hesitation. Counters power moves with quick rope escapes and sudden aerial bursts.

Work in a signature “kick combo” spot; do at least one big aerial near-fall per match; sell ribs after high-risk landings to keep it real.

No weapons, no eye rakes, no coward stalling. Don’t spam the biggest dives—make them matter.

Inspired-by style: flashy but crisp. Make his timing and balance the story—he lands clean, transitions fast, and forces opponents to chase him.