wrestlingfan1000
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Post by wrestlingfan1000 on Aug 15, 2020 14:48:20 GMT -5
I definitely love this line! I recently added this week Brock Lesnar to my collection and it is such an awesome figure. I hope this line extends further and possibly pass down articulation onto the elites like the double jointed arms. Hogan, Edge, the Fiend, and Macho man are going to be fantastic.
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Post by bradpitt on Aug 15, 2020 14:54:45 GMT -5
is $38 a good price of Shawn?
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Robz PippinRoad
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Post by Robz PippinRoad on Aug 15, 2020 16:32:46 GMT -5
is $38 a good price of Shawn? That’s higher than regular price was but not crazy considering a few of these are getting harder to get ahold of its the one fig imho that requires a head swap for long term appreciation and to truly bring it together but if you like HBK I wouldn’t hesitate to get it at this price
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isloth
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Post by isloth on Aug 15, 2020 17:21:56 GMT -5
I ordered Brock and Balor who get here Wednesday. Even though the torsos look bad on most of them I thought those two look okay so I want to give them a try since I like AEW’s look and articulation so much. It’s crazy that Elites don’t have double jointed elbows after moving around a figure that does have them.
I’d like to snag a Cena at some point also but it looks like he’s hard to find? Does anyone think he’ll show up on RSC again?
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Robz PippinRoad
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Post by Robz PippinRoad on Aug 15, 2020 17:31:36 GMT -5
I ordered Brock and Balor who get here Wednesday. Even though the torsos look bad on most of them I thought those two look okay so I want to give them a try since I like AEW’s look and articulation so much. It’s crazy that Elites don’t have double jointed elbows after moving around a figure that does have them. I’d like to snag a Cena at some point also but it looks like he’s hard to find? Does anyone think he’ll show up on RSC again? Well you definitely chose the right ones to start with in Brock & Balor imho Cena is nice too and I’d highly recommend Ronda if you have any interest in her at all
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xtremebadass
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Post by xtremebadass on Aug 15, 2020 18:37:37 GMT -5
If the Cena and Becky wave going to be the equivalent of the Epic Moments Hardy Boyz pack?
That Hardy Boyz box set would have been easily available had Toys R Us not closed down during that time.
Sounds like retail aren't or hasn't carried this line since the HHH/Finn wave. Does it mean the HBK/Brock and Cena/Becky waves are in limbo somewhere retail-wise?
I didn't preorder Cena because I figured he'd be in retail since I haven't had trouble finding the first 3 waves.
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Post by Da Handsome 1 on Aug 15, 2020 19:31:19 GMT -5
Still have to preorder Charlotte
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nycgr81
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Post by nycgr81 on Aug 15, 2020 20:13:46 GMT -5
I have them all loose. Warrior and Bret I also have MOC. Pre-ordered Becky and The Rock from Amazon. Charlotte and Cena i still have to preorder.
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Medieval
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Post by Medieval on Aug 16, 2020 12:58:15 GMT -5
An Ultimate Cena went for $270 today in auction on the Bay. Insanity at its finest.
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Post by sandeep on Aug 16, 2020 13:03:24 GMT -5
An Ultimate Cena went for $270 today in auction on the Bay. Insanity at its finest. just think what will happen with NWO hogan ??
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Post by LA Times on Aug 16, 2020 13:33:49 GMT -5
An Ultimate Cena went for $270 today in auction on the Bay. Insanity at its finest. Is UE5 John cena the new king Harley race now?
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Post by sandeep on Aug 16, 2020 13:47:13 GMT -5
An Ultimate Cena went for $270 today in auction on the Bay. Insanity at its finest. Is UE5 John cena the new king Harley race now? No
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Post by LA Times on Aug 16, 2020 13:52:36 GMT -5
Is UE5 John cena the new king Harley race now? No Its sold out on Ringside, not found in stores and going for $270 on ebay. Signs point to yes.
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sandeep
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Post by sandeep on Aug 16, 2020 14:12:19 GMT -5
Its sold out on Ringside, not found in stores and going for $270 on ebay. Signs point to yes. king was not available on RSC or pre orders and alot of online retailers have got cena. RSC usually restock items with back orders so it is a big No.
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Post by Professor Sparlin on Aug 16, 2020 14:33:56 GMT -5
Its sold out on Ringside, not found in stores and going for $270 on ebay. Signs point to yes. It's a skippable figure as an elite and custom shirt would suffice... Unless you're a completist or uber fan of John Cena (and I mean closet shrine fan). Harley Race is a first time in the line figue and only figure of him since. Signs point to No
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isloth
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Post by isloth on Aug 17, 2020 11:29:24 GMT -5
I got Brock and Balor in the mail this morning and to be honest my opinions on Ultimates are very mixed. Visually they look great (Finn has a small black smudge to the left of the paint on his back but it doesn’t bother me much), but there are pros and cons to the articulation and playability. If you want to display and pose them they’re fantastic, but if you plan to play with them I don’t think I’d recommend them.
The extra elbow articulation is great and honestly should be on any wrestling figure, and being able to move the torsos to the sides is nice. However, the flexibility to bend their torsos forwards and backwards is MUCH less than in Elites. It feels like they should be able to bend more but they can’t. It feels very limiting. You couldn’t have Finn do a tope for example because his back feels like it’s stuck straight like he’s wearing a back brace.
My biggest gripe is the shoulder/arm articulation is worse than in Elites in my opinion. Their arms can’t go as far back; they’re stuck forwards and can’t be straight to the side or backwards. If you try to pose Brock like he has someone on his shoulders for an F5 an arm will pop off just before his arms go far back enough to do so. Finn is the same way.
The toe articulation is annoying and pointless to me but it doesn’t get in the way much either so I’m more neutral on that. Overall I don’t like that piece and I don’t see what use it has on these figures. I don’t think you can move your toes that way in wrestling boots, or even barefoot.
Visually they’re easily the best looking WWE figures I have though I’ll say that. If you’re looking to just pose/display your figures these are great, although I think the torso looks bad on most of the other Ultimates judging only by the pictures.. If you’re looking to play with them or move them around a lot these in several ways feel more limiting which really surprised me.
I think AEW figure articulation is MUCH better than these since they’re more flexible, have just as much articulation and are still very playable. With Ultimates it feels like Mattel both improved upon and have gotten worse than the Elite figures.
Overall while they look great I feel pretty hesitant about getting more because I can safely say I prefer Elites over these right now. The improved looks and double jointed elbows don’t make up for the sacrifices to the overall articulation. I really want a Hollywood Hogan, a better Fiend and a modern Edge though so I’m not sure I can say I won’t get more but I think I’m comfortable saying I’d prefer them in Elite form if given the option.
Apologies for the essay!
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Post by BadGirlRyleigh on Aug 17, 2020 11:44:21 GMT -5
isloth the AEW figures’ articulation is so much better, idk how they managed to do that style so well at launch and for less money while Mattel messed it up and charges more
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Post by Robz PippinRoad on Aug 17, 2020 12:02:52 GMT -5
isloth the AEW figures’ articulation is so much better, idk how they managed to do that style so well at launch and for less money while Mattel messed it up and charges more Buttercup sometimes a little competive Fire is needed as a high tide has potential to raise all ships and absolutely agreed on articulation Agreed isloth great impressions I can’t argue a thing and yes toe articulation is a bit too gimmicky as much as I’ve liked these figures as previously stated I didn’t consider it much from a durability factor of playng w over time so you make a great point there from an important standpoint and only add an exclamation point to your post by pointing out the potential durability factor of the unrivaled figures I’d definitely back you on that 100% side note I didn’t notice the shoulder issue I’ll have to revisit that as I know the HBK for one has very limber shoulders but that could be just that figure mine are all currently displayed but I do believe the ultimate line will have influence on where Mattel needs to go next to appease collectors going forward that have now experienced something w the potential of what unrivaled has now brought to the table so hopefully it’s a win win for everyone going forward and I still believe a few of these Ultimates such as Brock Ronda Balor make a Great addition to any collection particularly those interested even in the slightest
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Post by Artie Kendall on Aug 17, 2020 12:07:59 GMT -5
Its sold out on Ringside, not found in stores and going for $270 on ebay. Signs point to yes. You can currently get it from other sites that will show up as spam if posted here for just a little over retail. So no, no it is not Harley Race Rare.
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Medieval
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Post by Medieval on Aug 17, 2020 19:02:26 GMT -5
🤣🤣🤣🤣 Now there is an Ultimate Cena listed with 5 days left up to $317+ shipping!?!
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