Ringside Fest 2017 Thread: Recap & Finn Video!

30 mins was hoping for a little more but I'm used to the Q&As being like this, we got some pretty decent answers though. I'm sure there's certain things they want to ask but simply can't, as you can see Tom was reading off the cue cards so it's not like Bill didn't know what questions were coming. Overall a good Q&A though and such an awesome Ringside Fest. Can't wait to see what the BAF after Finkle is, first ever figure that no one would think they'd do ? 🤔🤔

Maybe there's a chance we see it this weekend. Bill said they would be displaying figures at an event in the U.K.  Just off the top of my head, I'm guessing Tony Schiavone.  I feel like it has to be an announcer or manager, and I can't think of many who haven't had a figure at some point.

Oh that would be awesome, and he's clearly a big WCW fan


I'm not sure of many other names that have never been done by any company before, he could be talking about the Gooker though 😬

- Possibility is much higher now for future WCW belts.
- If the belt pack sells well, there's a possibility for more.
- Entrance Greats Hardy is updated and will play 'No More Words'
- Still no future Goldberg to announce.
- Retro ring slated for 2018 but nothing specific.
- SD Women's Championship will be coming with Walgreens Becky which should ship soon.
- Flashbacks have been shifted towards exclusive lines since stores have been requesting flashbacks.
- Tag teams will be coming in Retro line but probably no 2-packs
- Possibility for more UK exclusives if Tyler Bate sells well. 
- There will be more chase accessories for 2018 basics but can't announce it yet.
- Elite 56 Undertaker was a late replacement where they couldn't do any sculpting for a completely new look. 
- Basic arms won't be changing back.
- Mattel doesn't sign figure deals, they go through WWE. 
- There will be an elite Jinder.
- Bastion Booger isn't on the WWE list of Superstars Mattel can work on.
- Good chance for WM12 Warrior and even OWN Warrior. 
- Fashion Police might end up back in the Elite line if they stay on tv.
- Next WM BAF after Howard Finkel "is going to blow your mind" Someone who's never had an action figure. 
- Classic Cruiserweights: Tajiri isn't under a deal anymore. Not sure about some other guys like Kidman or Noble.
- No bigger torso for AJ
- Drew McIntyre will probably be coming in 2018
- updated Alicia Fox: likely
- updated Shield: likely
- Singh Brothers: "Probably Jinder first."
- Tall Ellsworth limited to first 2,000 and rest will be correct height
- Bill would like to get Curt Hawkins in the line
- New face printing technology is something they're heavily pursuing
- Summerslam 2017 Finn: Likely
- Elite SD ring is possible if Raw ring sells well
- No Elite Surfer Sting in 2018 but possible. If not, then likely 2019. Bill has a specific attire in mind.


There were a couple of questions which have been asked before, like why some Finn torsos don't have the ripped abs and why are there 5 basics per wave in upcoming sets but Tom did a great job.

That will blow Vince's mind

It's always great to see the Q&A video!

Bills more excited than anyone about the Shark figure lol

nice Q&A, its a little nitpicky but i kind of miss when they would actually call out the members who asked the questions, it made it seem more "cool"

i get that it just creates a bunch of posts with people saying "ugh wtf my question wasn't asked!" but considering this Q&A is based on the thread on this forum, I always looked forward to seeing who asked the questions they picked.