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Post by That 80s Guy on Mar 30, 2018 10:50:54 GMT -5
"Best" of WCW...you may need to re-do some of those lists to include figures that would actually be purchased by a mass audience. I.E. Mona, Jimmy Yang, etc. -- "The Machine" that is the WWE, have lucrative ways of carnating older characters through specials, cameos, ads, ect. Subliminally, this attracts fans/buyers to learn more about each character, and for figure collectors, an opportunity to salivate over the thought of possibly getting a figure of said-character/s. It's actually a brilliant marketing strategy that WWE uses, as well as other companies world wide. IOW, something like "Photo Shoot: Molly Holly" and have her go into depth about her time in WCW. And while it's airing, a small ad fades into the upper corner of your screen, "Buy the NEW Best of WCW Mona Elite action figure, from Mattel", until the scene moves on. Or WWE.com showcases Jimmy Yang's visit to the PC, which leads to a link of his bio, while WWE's YouTube does a feature on Yang - again, incorporate "Best of WCW Jimmy Yang figure" somewhere in there. Not to mention the straight 15sec bumper commercial always works too. After the efforts, fans/buyers see the figures on shelves & on different vendor sites, I'm sure like any line, there will be favorites you can't keep stocked and there'd be warmers that'd eventually get discounted down so buyers teetering on whether to buy or not, would say "aw the hell with it, let's get it" haha.
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Post by That 80s Guy on Mar 30, 2018 10:33:58 GMT -5
I was loving this reading the whole way down..and then I said “wait”..., and I re-read the list...... ...no ing superstar Billy ing Graham or Sherri goddam it -- I don't think Billy Graham had an LJN figure. And a Sherri fig would be great, I'd get one.
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Post by That 80s Guy on Mar 28, 2018 12:52:25 GMT -5
-- BEST OF WCW (Elite Series 1):
1. Goldberg w/ removable OG "Who's Next?" shirt
2. Rick Rude (no mustache variant) w/ removable robe (different color this time)
3. Lance Storm (red & white gear) w/ US title (WCW's US belt if possible)
4. Madusa (red, white, and blue gear) w/ trash can (obviously lol)
5. Michael Hayes w/ removable white biker jacket and 90s style shades
6. Jimmy Garven w/ removable white biker jacket and 90s style shades
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BEST OF WCW (Elite Series 2):
1. The Giant (re-release) w/ [nWo] shirt
2. Dustin Rhodes w/ removable jacket (the sequence jacket he used to wear; blue, red, yellow?)
3. Stunning Steve Austin w/ removable robe (long hair version)
4. Mona (pre-Molly Holly) w/ removable tiara and "Miss Madness" sash
5. Billy Kidman (white tank top, blue jean shorts) w/ Cruiserweight belt
6. Brian Pillman w/ '96 Four Horsemen shirt (re-release from the Legends elite)
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Best of WCW (Elite Series 3):
1. Hollywood Hulk Hogan (hopefully by this point in time, Hogan's back; Mattel's previously unreleased version)
2. Rick Steiner w/ removable biker jacket (airbrushed designs on it)
3. Disco Inferno w/ TV title (if possible)
4. Jacqueline (red attire; new head sculpt with high bangs) <-- due to that, no accessory required
5. Raven (shirt painted on) w/ removable black biker jacket
6. Sid Vicious (black singlet version; use the Sid Justice head) w/ chair
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Best of WCW (Elite Series 4):
1. Booker T (last Nitro gear) w/ World Heavyweight belt
2. Perry Saturn (long tights) w/ removable dress <-- identical to the Toybiz release fig
3. Jushin Thunder Liger
4. Elizabeth (nWo crop top, black skirt, black thick heel boots)
5. Jamie Noble (Jung Dragons) w/ WCW Tag belt (if possible)
6. Jimmy Yang (Jung Dragons) w/ WCW Tag belt (if possible)
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Best of WCW (Elite Series 5):
1. Jeff Jarrett w/ removable Slapnuts shirt, yellow shades, and guitar
2. Ultimo Dragon (green & gold gear) w/ removable cape
3. Dr. Death Steve Williams w/ removable varsity jacket
4. Torrie Wilson or Ms. Hancock <-- fans decide poll
5. Masahiro Chono w/ [nWo] shirt
6. The Great Muta w/ [nWo] shirt
**more would be great, but this is an idea Mattel & Bill could toss around ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Rock & Wrestling Collection (Elite Series) All gears identical to their LJN counterparts; all figures positioned ON THE CARDS AND BUBBLED the very same as they were on the LJN cards/bubbles (meaning, Yes these Elites would be carded - not boxed, to make it look as authentic as possible!). Each come with 6" x 4" mini poster, as identical as possible to the original LJN mini posters, rolled up and positioned at the bottom of the card, under the figure.
Series 1:
1. Hulk Hogan w/ LJN's WWF Championship on a GREEN strap (similar to DM, only minus the shirt and paint on the white headband)
2. Rowdy Roddy Piper w/ removable kilt (Hot Rod shirt painted on, red gear)
3. Andre The Giant (same as Amazon exclusive, only blue boots, minus the leather vest)
4. Hillbilly Jim (re-release) w/ hat
5. Big John Studd (re-release from the Heenan 4pk)
6. Junk Yard Dog (red long tights) w/ removable dog collar (just like his previous elite release)
-- Tag Team Box Set 1: The British Bulldogs (those faded dark burgundy/maroonish colored long tights) w/ LJN style tag team belts (brown strap, grey "basic" plates) --
Series 2:
1. Macho Man Randy Savage (basically a re-release of his current DM)
2. George The Animal Steele (re-release of his HoF/Legends figure but with red knee pads and red boots; on purpose, make 1/2 of them with body hair and the other 1/2 without, just like LJN did)
3. King Kong Bundy (singlet painted on)
4. Ricky The Dragon Steamboat (again, make 1/2 of them with all black gear, make the other 1/2 with the red legs, similar to the LJN advertised Steamboat figure)
5. Mr. Wonderful Paul Orndorff (dark hair, red tights and boots, no knee pads)
6. Capt Lou Albano (black sweats, white "Capt Lou in a tux" shirt, blue denim vest)
-- Tag Team Box Set 2: The Dream Team (Greg Valentine in black trunks & Boots | Brutus Beefcake in those dark pink & black tights, those boots and long gloves) The belts that come with this pack, same brown straps but the plates are SILVER shiny). --
Series 3:
1. Tito Santana (purple trunks and knee pads, black boots)
2. Magnificent Muroco (black shirt painted on, red trunks, black boots)
3. Bruno Sammartino (re-release; new "older age" head sculpt. If Flair can be made older, Bruno deserves it too).
4. Adorable Adrian Adonis (all gear is pink, 1 eye is heavily Lavender shaded)
5. Vince McMahon (red jacket, blue pants, white shirt, "young Vince" head sculpt; holding the vintage mic)
6. Jimmy Hart (HoF re-release; shades on him. 1/2 of them produced has hearts on the jacket, the other 1/2 don't)
-- Tag Team Box Set 3: Nikolai Volkoff (with hat) & Iron Sheik; the belts this time are on a BLACK strap but the plates are grey "basic" ones) --
Series 4:
1. Hulk Hogan (the infamous White Shirt variant) w/ LJN's WWF Championship on a BLACK strap
2. Cowboy Bob Orton w/ cowboy hat
3. Hacksaw Jim Duggan (dark navy blue trunks, white knee pads and white boots) w/ 2X4
4. One Man Gang
5. Jake The Snake Roberts w/ snake
6. King Harley Race w/ crown
-- Tag Team Box Set 4: Strikeforce (recall ALL the Tito HoF figures and add a lighting bolt to each one, so they can be repackaged with a Rick Martel figure) The Tag belts would be on a BLACK strap, and have the SILVER shiney plates - making the assortment fun for belt collectors. --
More Series would be great, until ALL LJN figures were covered.
Elite Scale Ring would come with either of the following figures: Earl Hebner in short sleeve dress shirt & bowtie Bobby The Brain Heenan (blue jacket) Honky Tonk Man (blue jumpsuit; re-release, black tights with light blue designs)
*Just like on the OG Box for the ring, show 2 boys playing with it with their own Rock & Wrestling Collection figures.
With the idea of each of these figures being elites, on slightly thicker cards and each having an LJN caricature poster of the figure included, I would probably markTF out for these and would put up the $$ for pre-orders. And it's very rare when I pre-order something. As Bill M has said in the past, the bulkiness of rubber figures wouldn't be desired, but replicating the LJN line to the exact details (changing "WWF" to "WW", carded individual figures with a mini poster included with each, boxed tag team figures in the white bubbles, back of the cards identical design as the LJN cards did), would be very fitting for us collectors who love the pre-retro line. And if Ringside made protectors for these as well, I would make the investment in purchasing those too.
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Post by That 80s Guy on Mar 28, 2018 10:05:14 GMT -5
-- As long as his skin tone changes. He was a pale latino and his figures immortalize him as being tanned (that's always bothered me, that that aspect of his appearance was inaccurate). If Mattel can bend over backwards, making Sheamus, Gallagher, and Bates pale colors, surely Mattel can make a lighter skin for Guerrero's figures because the guy's memory deserves it.
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Post by That 80s Guy on Mar 1, 2018 12:32:56 GMT -5
-- I had a feeling Corey & Booker weren't feuding, when they weren't more than 30ft apart from each other at Icons of Wrestling, during RR weekend last month. "If I see him on the street, I'll fight him" lol
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Post by That 80s Guy on Feb 13, 2018 11:38:33 GMT -5
-- The moment they started cross-promoting, it instantly killed the "competitive vibe" between the 2 shows.
(this mix match crap doesn't help matters any either).
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Post by That 80s Guy on Jul 12, 2017 12:19:12 GMT -5
-- If WWE owns the Giant Machines gimmick, hell I'd buy both of them (not just Andre). But with AX's legal dispute, I can see the iffy situation Mattel would be in to make the smaller one. But if it's just Andre, I'd probably pass, despite how cool it might be.
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Post by That 80s Guy on Jul 12, 2017 12:14:51 GMT -5
-- It's kind of become tradition to watch one, after TalkingSmack now days.
Am currently in the very middle of the collection, having just watched ep. 41 last night.
The best one I've seen so far, is ep. 38, just pay attention to Capt. Lou in this one, guy is on something but very hilarious.
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Anyone else watch TNT?
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Post by That 80s Guy on Jul 12, 2017 12:05:23 GMT -5
-- Corporate Bossman.
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Post by That 80s Guy on Jul 12, 2017 12:00:00 GMT -5
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edit: For the weak guy^ who posts here regularly.
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Post by That 80s Guy on Jul 12, 2017 11:53:16 GMT -5
Asuka won't stay undefeated once she advances to the main roster. I guarantee that -- And had you read it, you would've read about her first defeat. Of course once she's defeated, she'll start losing matches periodically, like everyone else. Any one could've figured that out.
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Post by That 80s Guy on Jul 12, 2017 11:51:51 GMT -5
-- You're mod of 'Fantasy Booking', and you're saying I have free time...? Because I wrote one in-depth perspective on how Asuka should be booked the next year? Figured by now that most of the kids here are too lazy to read, but you could appreciate the perspective... rather than the "Hey, look at this guy who doesn't visit the boards that much anymore, but contributes when they can, let's all bash him by saying he has too much time on his hands har har har" bandwagon. Weak.
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Post by That 80s Guy on Jul 8, 2017 20:28:03 GMT -5
Without reading all that, I'll say... I want Asuka to relinquish the NXT championship while still undefeated (Winner of the Mae Young Classic becomes new champion). Then I would have her show up on RAW. Have Kurt and maybe Stephanie bring out all the bells and whistles. Kissing her ass hoping she signs with RAW. Next night on SD, I would have her show up in a limo. Shane & Daniel go out of their way to entice her to sign with them. Let this happen for a few weeks. Maybe up to a month. Build her up as a big deal before she ever wrestles on the main roster. Once she's on a brand, have her steamroll to the top. Still undefeated after nearly a year on the main roster. Then she has a match with someone like Bayley (RAW) or Becky (SD) preferably at WM. Asuka finally gets pinned by the underdog. That way the loss actually means something. -- The defeat would mean a great deal for Ember Moon, seeing as she was there for a good portion of Asuka's dominance (where Bayley or Becky or anyone else on the main rosters, weren't). And your scenario is not bad, as it's similar to my view of her once she's finally on RAW, her new permanent home. Steamrolls everyone Steph puts in front of her, until Summerslam where she wins the RAW Women's title, only for Ember to cash in. Please read everything, as it makes much better sense than trying to explain it in this response.
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Post by That 80s Guy on Jul 8, 2017 20:22:39 GMT -5
Anything that gets Asuka on the main roster is okay by me. I'm assuming that was your end point because I didn't read much past the first few paragraphs. -- I appreciate the board suggestions, perhaps there are more intelligent readers who frequent the Fantasy Booking forum than this general forum (just based on the usual roast-posts by users who fear reading and comprehension). But yes, the end point is she is finally defeated at Summerslam next year due to a MITB cash in from a SDLive star in 1 Ember Moon. This also allows for Asuka to become the 1st Women ever to hold the RAW, SDLive, and NXT Women's titles - all within a span of just a couple of months.
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Post by That 80s Guy on Jul 8, 2017 15:00:16 GMT -5
-- (This is sort of a play off of WhatCulture Adam's "How ___ should be booked"; only this is my version, with Asuka)
Asuka NEEDS to stay undefeated, retaining the title at TakeOver: Brooklyn III, TakeOver (Survivor Series weekend), and TakeOver: Philly (Royal Rumble weekend). It's quite the stretch, but not impossible. WWE/NXT have invested so much into her already up to this point, I say see how long she can go with this... until the Royal Rumble being a milestone for her career.
Now, I've said it for about 9 months now, that the WWE should hold it's first Women's Royal Rumble match. Long & Behold, rumors are now circulating about a strong possibility of that happening this coming January, here's how I would like to see it played out:
5 Women from SDLive (including the champ) 5 Women from RAW (including the champ) 5 Women from NXT (including champion Asuka) 5 Women from The Mae Young Classic (obviously, including the winner) - 20 Women All Together ~ Every 90 seconds (yes, 2min is the norm, but 1995 did 90sec and I honestly think 90sec would be a good entry interval starting point, if a Women's Royal Rumble becomes permanent - which then could be reconsidered for 2min entrance intervals).
The stipulation goes as follows: Whomever wins, get a shot at their own brand's championship. If a current champion wins, they get to choose their opponent for WrestleMania weekend (by saying "weekend", it keeps it vague, but includes SDL & RAW for 'Mania, NXT for TakeOver).
So the Rumble commences and when the dust settles, it's Asuka who is the winner!
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(For hypothetical sake, am just going to use the current champions as an example of the champions at the time being).
The very next night on RAW, Alexa Bliss (again, just using her as an example of whomever may be champion at this point) is with the title and cuts an in-ring promo, just the usual "I should've won the Rumble last night" blah blahs. When suddenly she's interrupted. It's Asuka's music. Asuka makes her RAW debut, wearing her casual attire, her NXT Women's title on her shoulder, however she's sporting a mask with a new "RAW red" theme look to it. Alexa looks like she's seen a ghost! It's a moment of silence once Asuka's music stops, and she's just standing at the entrance way, slowly tilting her head in observation towards Bliss in the ring. Then, she does the Muta/Arn thumbnail drag across the jawline, directly at Bliss (pops from the crowd should be a given). However, Asuka keeps the mask on and returns to the entrance curtain and disappears from the scene, leaving Alexa in a shocked moment, before she comes to and shrugs it off, like her character would do. End of segment.
The following night on SDLive, let's use Naomi in the same style of example.... Naomi is in the ring and cuts the usual babyface champion promo. When suddenly, she's interrupted by Asuka's music. Asuka makes her SDLive debut! Wearing a similar wardrobe from the night before, the NXT Women's title on her shoulder, and this time, her new mask design is more "SDL blue" themed. Naomi looks on with some concern but keeps her head held high. Asuka, on the entrance stage, motions the same thumbnail drag across the jawline intimidation tactic at Naomi, who stands still but looking like she's becoming infuriated. And just like the night before, Asuka keeps the mask on and makes her way to the back, disappearing behind the curtain, Naomi doesn't say another word and the segment ends.
The following night on NXT's airing (which is taped the night of TakeOver, so the following would be taped in advance obviously)... The show starts out with Regal walking to the ring, and then asks for Asuka to come to the ring. Which she does, carrying the title but no mask on. Regal states calmly, "Remember which brand you work for, Asuka!" (which wouldn't mean much to the audience when this is recorded that Saturday, but will make sense when it airs that Wednesday). Regal then congratulates her on the Rumble win, then asks who Asuka chooses to defend the title against, at TakeOver: New Orleans. All Asuka response with is, "Ness Wee, you wii kno". (accent lol). Regal nods in approval and Asuka exits the ring.
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NEXT WEEK on the 2/5/18 edition of RAW:
Alexa Bliss (used again as an example of being the RAW Women's Champ at the time), is just finished with a match and in the ring. Asuka's music hits once again. Asuka comes out, and we have an identical occurrence this week from what happened last week. Asuka in casual wardrobe, NXT Women's title, and the red-hue mask on her face - thumbnail draw across the jawline. Alexa's snobbiness kicks in and begins shouting (no mic) at Asuka, who just turns her back and walks back through the curtain.
The next night on the 2/6/18 edition of SDLive: Champion Naomi (same as above^) just finishes a match, when Asuka's music hits. Same occurrence. Casual wardrobe, title over the shoulder, blue-hue mask, thumbnail drag across jawline. Only Naomi steps out of the ring, showing little fear of Asuka - who turns her back and disappears behind the curtain.
The next night on the airing of NXT (2/7/18): Regal's office segment. Stephanie McMahon makes a super rare appearance, by entering Regal's office, throwing her attitude around concerning Asuka showing up on RAW without her consent. Shortly there after, Shane McMahon enters Regal's office, entering with a handshake (Shane shames out Stephanie by looking at her during the handshake, telling "Ya might wanna show a little more class, "we're on his show right now"). Shane politely does bring up Asuka's un-sanctioned appearances on SDLive, saying Stephanie - althou being rude, does have a point. Regal is about to call for Asuka into his office, but she appears, still in casual attire, holding the NXT Women's belt in hand. Regal asks Asuka to explain herself. Asuka folds the title, taking one last look at it, before handing it over to Regal, who looks stunned. Asuka bows and simiply says "Tank yu fo eweyting". Steph and Shane are looking on with that "WTH" expression. Asuka then turns towards Shane and Steph, looking at them each, then shows that evilish smile at both of them, before exiting Regal's office (and NXT), for the final time.
Asuka is officially gone from NXT.
She's relinquished the title, as the unbeaten champion - thus, keeping her undefeated streak in-tact.
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The next week, Asuka isn't anywhere. However, both RAW & SDLive Women's Champions, are shown on their respective shows - looking over their shoulders, out of slight paranoia (Bliss being over-dramatic, naturally, about it).
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RAW (2/19/18): Bliss (still example champion) thinking is because "she" didn't show up last week, she's free from her. During an in-ring promo, she's being her usual cocky self, until Asuka's music hits once more. Only this time, Asuka is in full ring gear (including robe and red-hue mask). Alexa has an even more faint look on her face this time, as Asuka walks just half way down the ramp, Bliss exits the ring and grabs her belt, hopping over the timekeeper's barricade. Asuka watches Bliss cowar away, raises her palms up for the crowd pop, before she walks back up and to the entrance curtain.
SDLive (2/20/18): Naomi (example champion) walks to the ring with her title, and actually calls out Asuka, saying she's tired of seeing these mind games. Asuka's music hits and she comes out once again in full ring gear, wearing the robe and the blue-hue mask. Only this time...... she pulls out a mic from inside her robe. Asuka slowly lifts up the mask and looks directly at Naomi, "I see yo, at Wesso Maia!" while pointing up to the WM logo. Asuka has officially makes her decision! She is challenging for the SDLive Women's Championship at WrestleMania XXXIV, meaning she will be a SDLive superstar. Naomi is nearly stone-faced, not frightened but certainly concerned.
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SDLive (2/27/18): Official Contract Signing. The segment is actually somewhat calm and professional. After the actual document is signed, Asuka states the Shane, "I wou like to wetune to Japa an twain untio wesso maia. You gwant?". Shane not sure, finally agrees and says that a matter of fact, would like Naomi to return to FL and train at the Performance Center until WrestleMania herself. Naomi can then cut a heated promo on Asuka face to face, ending with Naomi (ex. champion) holding up the title and nearly nose to nose with Asuka, who is just smiling.
And this is the last time we see The SDLive Women's Champion, as well as Asuka, in front of a LIVE audience until WM.
Throughout March, we see video clips of Asuka training at a dojo in Japan, and we see videos of Naomi bumping a lot of the newer girls at the Performance Center.
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WRESTLEMANIA 34: Asuka defeats the SDLive Women's Champion, in her 1st ever match on the main roster, and becomes the NEW Champion!
The fact that Asuka hasn't wrestled, is a HUGE plus in the bridge gap between being the NXT Women's Champion and becoming the SDLive Women's Champion!
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At this point, Asuka can begin wrestling matches on SDLive... however, not for long!
Vince McMahon makes his annual BIG announcement and he announces that there won't be a Shake-Up. And there won't be a Draft. However, there will be a LOTTERY Draft Shake-Up! And EVERYBODY is included (yes, this means Champions!).
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RAW (4/16/18): Identical to the name-drawing gold placed device that was used in 2004 (and at Royal Rumbles of yesteryear), the names are randomly picked once the cylinder is spun. And what do you know, RAW GM (whoever that is) draws ASUKA's name! Asuka is officially a new member of the RAW roster!
SDLive (4/17/18): Shane is disappointed, since he was standing right there in Regal's office when Asuka had to relinquish the NXT Women's title, he must ask Asuka to relinquish the SDLive Women's title. She does so with honor once again, handing it over, and bowing to Shane, who bows in return and offers her the best of luck.
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RAW (4/23/18):
Backstage segment featuring RAW Women's Champion. Suddenly, Asuka reappears on RAW television and smiles at the Champion, while gazing over the title belt. Stephanie McMahon steps in and asks the champ to excuse her and Asuka, as Steph says she has a few words for Asuka. "There's no question, you are a decorated superstar, a former champion, who's never been beaten. But that was yesterday! Today, you're on MY show, Monday Night RAW! And around here, we don't hand out title shots just because you were a champion elsewhere. Here, you've gotta earn a title shot! And you're little mind games aren't going to work with me, I've seen them come and go for over 18yrs. What's for certain, is that I'll personally make sure you start at the very back of the line! And it starts tonight. I suggest you get ready, you're facing __ next!" - the b*t*h like promo only Steph can deliver!
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Now the key going forward, is for Asuka to remain UNDEFEATED! No matter who she's against, on RAW or at PPV's.
(Meanwhile on SDLive, Ember Moon will be a SDLive superstar at this time, that goes on and wins the Women's MITB).
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SUMMERSLAM 2018: Asuka finally gets to face the RAW Women's Champion, after spending the summer going through every woman on RAW. And she does it. Asuka wins the RAW Women's Championship! However, will still in the ring, trying to regain her barings, Ember Moon's music hits and she attempts at cashing in the MITB. However, the ref is uncertain due to Ember's SDLive status. Ember stares into the ref's eyes with her own menacing red eyes and the ref frightened, calls for the bell and it's official. Ember Moon vs. Asuka (c) for the RAW Women's Championship.
History is made and the WWE Universe is in shock: Ember Moon not only becomes the NEW RAW Women's Champion, but she's officially ended Asuka's record breaking 35 month long undefeated streak! 1 month shy of 3yrs!
IMO, this makes PERFECT sense for the following reasons: 1) Ember Moon has been the most viable threat to Asuka's reign, so to have her "chase Asuka" onto the main rosters, make it fitting she be the one to end the streak. 2) The Women's MITB is already shrouded with controversy, so let's make it controversial for 2 years in a row and maybe make it a "thing" with this briefcase. Having the SDLive star cash in on it and win the RAW Women's Championship, opens the doors to so many difference scenarios going onward. 3) Coinciding with reason 1, I feel a NXT star who was there during Asuka's latter of her reign, should be the one to end the streak; not anyone currently on the main rosters. 4) This gives Ember Moon that MEGA boost to her career, as she'll always be known as the one who gave Asuka her first defeat. There's no doubt Moon will be big once she's called up, but this will really drive it home for her.
This whole scenario, starting at the Royal Rumble, is nearly identical to how I feel Samoa Joe should've debuted on the main rosters (winning the Rumble, hopping back/forth on RAW & SDLive as a free agent, until settling to face Cena for the title at Mania during his 1st match).
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Post by That 80s Guy on Jul 8, 2017 12:55:37 GMT -5
-- One final match in October would be great (20yrs to the month!)
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Post by That 80s Guy on Jun 27, 2017 11:46:06 GMT -5
-- The fact that Angle and AA aren't on the same show, is a shame. And it's that opportunity's time that's going to waste.
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Post by That 80s Guy on Jun 27, 2017 2:28:57 GMT -5
-- When Asuka debuts on the main roster, she should still be the NXT Women's Champion.
She'll have to relinquish the title, yes; however, her undefeated streak will still be in tact - thus, whichever roster she's on, can capitalize/market that for as long as they want, so long as she doesn't lose.
As far s the NXT Women's title would go, it's vacancy can be determined in any number of ways - allowing the next pedigree star to step up and become "the new woman of NXT", taking Asuka's current spot.
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Post by That 80s Guy on Jun 27, 2017 2:18:03 GMT -5
-- Samoa Joe (c) vs. John Cena vs. Brock Lesnar vs. Braun Strowman vs. Bray Wyatt vs. Finn Balor... KURT ANGLE Elimination Chamber match - Universal Championship Cena def. Joe, Braun def. Bray, Lesnar def. Cena, Lesnar & Angle work together and def. Braun - leaving Brock vs. Kurt. Kurt puts up a good fight, but Brock goes over on Kurt, becoming the 2x Universal Champion!
Jinder Mahal (c) vs. Randy Orton (Singh Bros barred from ringside, otherwise title changes hands on their DQ) - WWE Championship Randy hits an RKO outta nowhere, double down... Baron Cashes In!! But before handing the briefcase over, he pummels both Randy & Jinder with it repeatedly. The bell sounds and the announcement is made that the match is a no contest; however, Baron Corbin is officially cashing in, the match is restarted into a Triple Threat. Baron pins Orton! NEW Champion!
-Backstage, Finn is preparing in his locker room for the RAW main event, when Gallows & Anderson arrive. Karl closes the locker room door and all we're able to hear is scuffling for a couple moments. The# GB walks out, just as AJ Styles walks by, giving eachother odd looks. AJ peaks in and sees Finn laid out, tries reviving Finn. Angle shows up with help to attend to Finn. Kurt walks out and realizes he's going to be 1 star short in the main event (talking to himself).... reaches into his pocket and finds a mouth guard. Apprehensive at first sight, he eases it into his mouth and like a switch, that intense expression over comes him as he walks off the scene.
Charlotte Flair vs. Naomi (c) - SDLive Women's Championship Nattie comes to ringside, followed by Becky Lynch. Mid-match maylay, and we see the unthinkable: Becky Lynch turns on Charlotte.. allowing Naomi to look confused, but gaining the win. Nattie is shown just shaking her head at the situation unfolding.
The Miz & Entourage vs. The Shield (one night only) The Shield over Miz & The Entourage. Post, the 3 Shield members part from one another after a final 3-fist salute.
-After the Miz/Entourage/Shield video package, Big Cass is shown attacking Big Show. Enzo tries to retaliate but winds up being "seriously injured" when he's sandwiched between a Cass/Show collision. This leads to a Big Cass/Big Show feud, while Enzo is 'recuperating'.
Shinsuke Nakamura (SDLive) vs. Big Show (RAW) - Inter-brand match Nakamura over Show.
-SDLive Backstage Segments: Jinder / Randy shown preparing. Ric visits Charlotte, the 2 have a heart-to-heart, when Nattie interrupts and cuts a cryptic promo that Charlotte should be careful who she trusts. The Usos are hounding Shane and DB
Alexa Bliss (c) vs. Sasha Banks LUMBERJILL MATCH (all RAW women) - RAW Women's Championship Nia Jax intentionally takes out Banks, for Alexa to gain the victory. This'll deepen the angle between Alexa & Nia.
Big Cass vs. Enzo Amore - Brooklyn Street Fight Big Show involves himself and knocks out Big Cass for Enzo to score the win!
-RAW Backstage segments: Neville is a wreck. Pete Dunne crosses paths with Brock & Paul. The# GB are shown upset, Finn playfully teases them and they're not amused (this plants the seeds....). The Shield reminisce and Seth officially apologizes for breaking the group up.
Kevin Owens (c) vs. AJ Styles vs. Dolph Ziggler vs. Sami Zayn Fatal 4-Way - US Championship KO gets one over on SZ, to retain the title; this sets up for a match between the 2 at the Sept event. Meanwhile, we would get a AJ/DZ feud going.
Neville Open Challenge To Any Superstar Under 205: Tamina answers & wins the Cruiserweight strap (makes history as the 1st Women to hold this 205 Live era's Cruiserweight title).... plus this title change would get the internet hot and boost 205 ratings.
- Pre Show matches:
Pete Dunne (c) vs. Tyler Bate III - UK Championship Pete walks away still champion.
Gallows/Anderson vs. Crews/Titus vs. The Hardys vs. Slater & Rhyno vs. The Revival vs. Sheamus & Cesaro (c) TAG TEAM TURMOIL - RAW Tag straps Apollo Crews & Titus O'Neil best S&C for the titles, thanks to Tazawa's help.
The Usos (c), Ascension, The Singh Bros., The Colons vs. Breezngo, Hype Bros, American Alpha, and The New Day FIRST TEAM WINS TITLES Match - SDLive Tag titles Kofi pins Epico, New Day NEW Champs and Usos are livid!
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Post by That 80s Guy on Jun 27, 2017 0:45:15 GMT -5
But for argument sake, would that be the only thing that would save Roman from being booed in every building he goes in? -- Roman's the most over guy right now. He doesn't need saving from anything.
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