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Post by Affliction: Elite Trader on Feb 22, 2021 12:17:24 GMT -5
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Post by Affliction: Elite Trader on Feb 13, 2021 14:49:51 GMT -5
“ It's also the one wrestling attire that isn't a costume or outlaw/backyard goof outfit that you can get service in a store/burger joint in.” If I’m working at a McDonalds and someone walks in wearing a singlet I’m not serving them until they put pants on. Like there’s children here sir please cover your dick print Would you serve this guy? Personally, I have nothing against singlets at all but I have little respect for wrestlers ranging from Indie ranks all they may up to major promotions who wear baggy pants,
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Post by Affliction: Elite Trader on Feb 13, 2021 12:17:58 GMT -5
I’ll buy any elite version of Macho Man but these would be my top 3
SummerSlam 89
Royal Rumble 90
Spring Stampede 98
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Post by Affliction: Elite Trader on Feb 13, 2021 12:07:18 GMT -5
I’d buy any elite Carlito as long as it’s not in those awful baggy pants towards the end of his WWE run. I think his red tights or blue tights would look nice in figure form.
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Post by Affliction: Elite Trader on Feb 3, 2021 18:56:15 GMT -5
Superstar Billy Graham. I remember seeing the reveal and actually saying “Holy Chocolate Shark”. I new I had to have it and got the preorder as soon as it went up.
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Post by Affliction: Elite Trader on Feb 1, 2021 16:21:46 GMT -5
I’d definitely buy a flashback Carlito or a Carlito from the Royal Rumble but there’s no way I’d pay for an elite based off his god awful baggy pants look.
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Post by Affliction: Elite Trader on Jan 23, 2021 9:37:03 GMT -5
Legends Vader is a must have for me. I’ll get the regular yellow Beefcake and possibly Cena too only because he’s in the NY Knicks colors. DDP is an easy pass. As far as E84, Garza, Murphy, and Reigns will be definite pick ups.
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Post by Affliction: Elite Trader on Jan 20, 2021 16:19:11 GMT -5
I’ll definitely take my chances at retail on this set. I’ll get Cody and Omega just for the updated skin tones. Sammy is an easy pass with the tongue out and Matt Hardy is a pass because I have his elite. I might grab Ortiz and Santana as long as they don’t have molded bandanas/headbands.
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Post by Affliction: Elite Trader on Dec 29, 2020 19:12:52 GMT -5
RuthlessFigs, love the pics man. Just curious, how do the shirts fit and what’s the quality like? I added one to my cart but might get multiple if you recommend them.
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Post by Affliction: Elite Trader on Dec 21, 2020 21:29:50 GMT -5
jimfriend, LOD is so random and so amazing man. Great job!
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Post by Affliction: Elite Trader on Dec 20, 2020 12:41:53 GMT -5
I’m fine with the Young Bucks being released already. Series 1 was an attire I personally didn’t like that I passed on. Series 3 looks much better minus the awful tassels. Now if they would stop with that dumb molded headband on Nick. I'm not sure they're going to let us have a Nick Jackson with authentically receding hairline. Repaints. Re-releases. Alternate attires. That's just part of action figure lines. It reuses parts and keeps the top stars on shelves. Win Win. I guarantee more people would buy alternate attire Young Bucks than would buy guys from their YouTube show. I expect that by Series 6 we'll be seeing sets of 3 re-releases, and 3 new faces. Which is still pretty fantastic, especially if they give them the same treatment as these Young Bucks, with new head sculpts and jackets. Totally agree about it just being part of figure lines. I used to buy all the different attires but now I try to stick with one or two unless it’s someone who I really like. Plus rereleases give people a chance who weren’t able to get previous ones. I think some of the kickback with this line is that it’s so new and a new company that collectors and fans are chomping at the bits to have everyone as fast as possible when it’s just not possible. As far as the headbands go, it’s just my personally quirk as a collector. I hated the molded hat on Hasbro’s Undertaker, molded bandana on TTL Undertaker, molded bandana on Mattel’s Steamboat, and now Nick Jackson. Lol
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Post by Affliction: Elite Trader on Dec 20, 2020 9:45:24 GMT -5
I’m fine with the Young Bucks being released already. Series 1 was an attire I personally didn’t like that I passed on. Series 3 looks much better minus the awful tassels. Now if they would stop with that dumb molded headband on Nick.
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Post by Affliction: Elite Trader on Dec 16, 2020 16:57:35 GMT -5
I went from wanting Cassidy, PAC, and the Young Bucks to now skipping the whole series, this series to me is a huge let down.
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Post by Affliction: Elite Trader on Dec 15, 2020 19:17:35 GMT -5
What are the odds of a Chi-Town green Ricky Steamboat? It's one of my most wanted figures. It’s definitely a top contender for the next potential Ricky fig. To piggy back off this, is there any plans for a new head sculpt on Steamboat without the molded bandana?
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Post by Affliction: Elite Trader on Dec 14, 2020 19:18:25 GMT -5
Just placed my order for MJF, Hangman, and the Penta and Fenix bundle for $91. I was just checking them out on the Bay over the weekend and they’re all basically starting at $100 a piece. I think I saw one listing for the whole set going for over $600, lmao.
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Post by Affliction: Elite Trader on Dec 14, 2020 16:47:49 GMT -5
I’m with you in wishing it was an elite instead of Ultimate. I bought it and received it already and honestly, the only reason I got it was because it was Hollywood Hogan. Once I got over the fact that I finally owned him, I can’t help but see the eye sore that is the ab articulation. I do like the accessories and I honestly think UE’s are worth the money if you really like the line. I’m just more invested in the elite line and really don’t need multiple heads. Once he has elites released, I’ll gladly pick them up.
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Post by Affliction: Elite Trader on Dec 13, 2020 16:26:51 GMT -5
Since Mattel wanna play games Since jimfriend wants to play War Games. Looks great man. I have a spare O’Reilly that I plan on doing the same with.
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Post by Affliction: Elite Trader on Dec 13, 2020 14:35:36 GMT -5
I’m torn on this one. I think I have to go with Superstar Billy Graham as my favorite this year. Honorable mentions go to Mr T exclusive, E79 Bobby Fish, and UE Hollywood Hogan since I received it in 2020.
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Post by Affliction: Elite Trader on Dec 12, 2020 13:42:08 GMT -5
From that list my top 3 would be
1. Sean O’Haire 2. Elijah Burke 3. Johnny Stamboli
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Post by Affliction: Elite Trader on Dec 2, 2020 19:45:07 GMT -5
Ultimate Fiend looks to be a complete downgrade from the elite. From the height to the torso, it just looks bad. I bought UE Hollywood only because it was Hollywood Hogan. When Mattel starts pumping out elites of Hogan, I’ll upgrade to them. I think my biggest issue personally is the torsos have a terrible and unnatural look to them. Especially for bigger guys like Fiend. Mattel has to tweak these torsos to be more smooth flowing. Really appreciate the comparison pics.
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