badstreetusa
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Post by badstreetusa on May 17, 2020 13:36:39 GMT -5
Thank you for your time in doing this Q&A.
My question: Would it ever be possible to re-release any of the build-a-figures (JR, JJ Dillion, Howard Finkel, et al.) as stand along figures? This is something that Hasbro has been doing with Marvel Legends recently and it allows newer collectors to obtain these pieces. As someone who missed quite a few of these due to deployments, I'd really like the chance to acquire these figures.
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Post by GreyHaze:Big Bad Booty Daddy on May 17, 2020 14:25:02 GMT -5
Action Figure Attack Would a Rey elite in this attire be less cost effective and save money on a set as opposed to one with with multiple colors? I love this attire, your thoughts? Another question, this attire brings back a lot of great memories of WCW/NWO Revenge. I'm assuming it wouldn't be possible due to how close it is to copyright infringement. Would it be possible? If not, could it be altered? Also, which WCW Rey attire would you like to see?
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jacguitarist
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Post by jacguitarist on May 17, 2020 18:27:04 GMT -5
Hey Steve! Thanks, as always dude!
1. Excluding the upcoming UE Hollywood Hogan, what Hogan attire and/or era would be your personal choice to see next?
2. Respectfully, I know & understand that you can't give future line-up info, but are you possibly able to tell us how long we might have to wait for the next new Hogan release (basic, elite, or otherwise) following the UE? Just sorta in the ballpark, like..."it'll be a while" or "relatively soon" or "somewhat of a wait"
If you can't, I completely understand!
And thank you again!!!
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Post by qdogg on May 17, 2020 18:37:01 GMT -5
Is there any way we could get a Don Muraco and Superstar Graham battle pack with molded on tie die shirts?
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wachito479
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Post by wachito479 on May 18, 2020 17:19:14 GMT -5
Hey Steve. No leaks, but is 1993 Bodyguard Diesel in denim feesable down the line? Is it a look that qualifies for consideration?
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zen411
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Post by zen411 on May 18, 2020 18:41:30 GMT -5
Hi Steve,
Maybe you've covered this before but I didn't see it. What is the process for acquiring non roster talent (flashback/legends figures). Does it come from deals wwe acquires or do you sign your own talent to figure deals? Does wwe determine who they want to have figures or could you independently go after signing a Jesse Ventura or Mr Fuji etc?
Are there a lot of wrestlers you do have the rights to but choose not to make them figures because you don't think there is a demand?
I'm just trying to determine how much comes from wwe (we signed this guy, this guy and this guy to legends contracts) and we want to see these folks on the shelves and how much is the mattel wwe team seeking out specific talent. Wondering how much suggestions on this board mean for future lineups compared to decisions by wwe.
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Post by Da Handsome 1 on May 18, 2020 19:34:39 GMT -5
Is Mr. Hughes a possibility for an elite?
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Post by Matt Culture on May 18, 2020 19:37:14 GMT -5
Hey Steve, I always appreciate all the answers you give, and time out of your schedule.
Quick Question I realize that I have my pre-orders in for Basic series 110, which street in mid-June. seeing that its almost the end of May, will the protos/MOCs be shown soon. I kind of blindly pre-ordered Liv Morgan. really curious as to her attire and look.
also if you had to go back and re-tool one Women's figure. who would it be? To me, I think Tamina. her Body type never matched any of the figures that were made.
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Post by Gorilla on May 18, 2020 22:18:41 GMT -5
Does a larger figure like Yokozuna or Earthquake cost more to make than a regular sized figure?
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Post by LostHawk05 on May 19, 2020 0:13:35 GMT -5
Hey Steve, What are your thoughts on Wave 2 of Super7 NJPW? Did you preorder? Who are you hoping for in future sets?
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Post by AmericanMadeLesGold on May 19, 2020 3:14:39 GMT -5
Are you waiting for Baron Corbin to grow his hair long again before you release a bald headed elite?
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Post by Da Handsome 1 on May 19, 2020 15:09:30 GMT -5
Is the rumors about the UE line being canceled have any weight to it???
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Post by Action Figure Attack on May 19, 2020 15:45:16 GMT -5
Is the rumors about the UE line being canceled have any weight to it??? Guys, the title of the thread is sensationalizing and exaggerating the topic. The actual post in the thread details what is actually happening. That one particular market couldn’t currently support the line. It’s simply false rumors running wild due to the wording of the thread subject.
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The Solution
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Post by The Solution on May 19, 2020 15:51:46 GMT -5
Would you ever consider to possibly work with WWE to maybe, incorporate a CD of current themes to go along with figures? They haven't released any theme songs in awhile, and with new figs coming out of new guys, we need current songs to go along with our figure feds!
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ricksnerdlife
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Post by ricksnerdlife on May 19, 2020 17:19:22 GMT -5
Is the rumors about the UE line being canceled have any weight to it??? Guys, the title of the thread is sensationalizing and exaggerating the topic. The actual post in the thread details what is actually happening. That one particular market couldn’t currently support the line. It’s simply false rumors running wild due to the wording of the thread subject. I started no rumor. In fact, I didn't exaggerate anything. I questioned it. I was concerned--as a fan. I made no statements of fact in the title or the body of the post. It's not preposterous to assume that if one market is cancelled, which is 100% a fact, that it's possible that the overall health of the line might be in jeopardy. Even after the elaboration of what I posted in the body of the thread. But I got my answer. Thank you. Glad to hear the line is continuing. When can we expect to hear more?
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Post by Action Figure Attack on May 19, 2020 18:42:48 GMT -5
Guys, the title of the thread is sensationalizing and exaggerating the topic. The actual post in the thread details what is actually happening. That one particular market couldn’t currently support the line. It’s simply false rumors running wild due to the wording of the thread subject. I started no rumor. In fact, I didn't exaggerate anything. I questioned it. I was concerned--as a fan. I made no statements of fact in the title or the body of the post. It's not preposterous to assume that if one market is cancelled, which is 100% a fact, that it's possible that the overall health of the line might be in jeopardy. Even after the elaboration of what I posted in the body of the thread. But I got my answer. Thank you. Glad to hear the line is continuing. When can we expect to hear more? Never accused you of starting a rumor. I stated the title was sensational and that you did indeed explain the situation in the thread itself as it reads above. The rumors and speculation did start flowing throughout the thread as you can clearly see while reading through it. News and reveals will continue to flow regularly as they have been.
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Post by Action Figure Attack on May 19, 2020 18:44:49 GMT -5
Would you ever consider to possibly work with WWE to maybe, incorporate a CD of current themes to go along with figures? They haven't released any theme songs in awhile, and with new figs coming out of new guys, we need current songs to go along with our figure feds! While not impossible, I’m not sure CD’s are even suitable for something like this anymore as everyone is shifting towards digital. Most WWE themes are available on iTunes and other digital music services if you’re really looking.
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Post by Action Figure Attack on May 19, 2020 18:46:34 GMT -5
Hey Steve, What are your thoughts on Wave 2 of Super7 NJPW? Did you preorder? Who are you hoping for in future sets? Love the line and I’m a fan of Super7 in general. Would like to see some Legends included at some point but I know that may present some challenges. Great Muta? Yes please! Haven’t ordered wave 2 yet but I definitely will be.
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Post by Action Figure Attack on May 19, 2020 18:50:36 GMT -5
Never accused you of starting a rumor. I stated the title was sensational and that you did indeed explain the situation in the thread itself as it reads above. The rumors and speculation did start flowing throughout the thread as you can clearly see while reading through it. News and reveals will continue to flow regularly as they have been. Sorry for any confusion caused. Genuinely not my intent. Thanks again, you're the man, Steve. Appreciate the passion and support of the line. While there may be some bumps in the road, I’ll continue to do everything I can to make everything as easy as possible to obtain.
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Post by Action Figure Attack on May 19, 2020 19:00:55 GMT -5
Are you waiting for Baron Corbin to grow his hair long again before you release a bald headed elite? Yes.
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