Rattlehead
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Destruction can be beautiful!
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Post by Rattlehead on Nov 23, 2019 13:27:29 GMT -5
Instead of the "will you release" question, my question is what determines the attire you guys decide to release? Promo pics? Certain year/match? There's a few that are mix matched. All of the above plus what I’m hearing collectors want. Thanks for your time AFA
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Post by WalterF on Nov 23, 2019 14:42:47 GMT -5
Are you guys planning at all on revisiting making scale rings or is that off the table for a bit?
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Post by Purple Reigns on Nov 23, 2019 14:46:27 GMT -5
If he ever goes back to it or you release anymore versions of the Cult Leader Bray, would it be possible to have a rubber shirt like the Owens elites do?
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B-Radimus Prime
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Post by B-Radimus Prime on Nov 23, 2019 15:10:05 GMT -5
Now that we’re seeing a couple Elite 2 packs, would there ever be a chance of seeing Elite 2 packs with female talent? Maybe the IIconics or Kabuki Warriors with the Women’s Tag Titles? Yeah, you’ll see women in Elite 2-packs. Awesome! Thanks for taking the time to answer so many questions!
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Post by Action Figure Attack on Nov 23, 2019 15:30:49 GMT -5
Are you guys planning at all on revisiting making scale rings or is that off the table for a bit? When the timing and circumstances are right we can explore.
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Post by Action Figure Attack on Nov 23, 2019 15:33:01 GMT -5
If he ever goes back to it or you release anymore versions of the Cult Leader Bray, would it be possible to have a rubber shirt like the Owens elites do? Maybe. That’d be a design call.
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Post by MKSavage on Nov 23, 2019 15:42:28 GMT -5
Action Figure Attack I know you won’t divulge any reveals, but have there been talks or a priority placed on getting a red and yellow Sting to fit in with Hogan, Warrior, Savage, Beefcake? I know they never officially teamed all together, but on a shelf they look awesome together. This is one of my top Sting wants and would go with the guys you mentioned above. And, technically, he did team with all those guys except Brutus. www.wwe.com/gallery/sting-like-youve-never-seen-him-before-photos#fid-40208772
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PVA
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Post by PVA on Nov 23, 2019 15:52:32 GMT -5
I know we got Summerslam 89 Rick Rude coming out next but FYI the demand for a wcw Rude - dangerous alliance era perhaps with the US title or even a 2 pack with Steamboat or Paul E is there. Please consider for future lineups.
To the question; Good Chances we get an accompany Summerslam 89 Warrior to pair with that Rude in time? Really dig getting event specific figures (primairly legends) to pair with their opponents.
Thanks for your time/responses.
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Post by Mongo Bears on Nov 23, 2019 15:59:04 GMT -5
AFA, do you read the Mattel suggestion box sub-board? (...wondering if that board is even relevant)
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Post by The other Rougeau brother on Nov 23, 2019 16:42:33 GMT -5
Why hasn't there been a proper short hair Roddy Piper figure circa 1985? That's the most iconic look for Piper as a pro wrestler and the line is desperately missing that version. Maybe as an Ultimate? Entrance Great Roddy had short hair. Why has there been an Elite...standard answer for that..just hasn’t happened yet. If it does please, please make it come with a panther shirt, and a hulkamania shirt to recreate the MTV war to settle the score look!
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Newsted
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Post by Newsted on Nov 23, 2019 16:46:10 GMT -5
When we get an Elite Toni Storm, will it come with all her gear (Jacket, glasses, the occational hat etc etc) and the NXT UK Women's title, or is it likely just one or the other here?
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Post by Action Figure Attack on Nov 23, 2019 17:00:42 GMT -5
I know we got Summerslam 89 Rick Rude coming out next but FYI the demand for a wcw Rude - dangerous alliance era perhaps with the US title or even a 2 pack with Steamboat or Paul E is there. Please consider for future lineups. To the question; Good Chances we get an accompany Summerslam 89 Warrior to pair with that Rude in time? Really dig getting event specific figures (primairly legends) to pair with their opponents. Thanks for your time/responses. All good options although 2 packs are a little unlikely. They have just as good a chance of getting in the line as anyone else at those talent levels. We’ll see.
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Post by Action Figure Attack on Nov 23, 2019 17:07:09 GMT -5
AFA, do you read the Mattel suggestion box sub-board? (...wondering if that board is even relevant) Honestly, not usually. It’s really just endless possibilities like the questions/requests here on this thread, my interactions on my social accounts and my interactions with collectors in person. That’s not a knock, the benefit is still there for you guys to fantasy book and talk about the hobby. Kind of like a giant brainstorming session and I love it. Remember, I’m one of you guys. If you want it, chances are I probably do also. The time it takes to get them release is not for lack of knowing what you want or lack of ideas; there’s just only so much we can produce at a times coupled with business realities.
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Post by Action Figure Attack on Nov 23, 2019 17:09:22 GMT -5
When we get an Elite Toni Storm, will it come with all her gear (Jacket, glasses, the occational hat etc etc) and the NXT UK Women's title, or is it likely just one or the other here? Couldn’t tell ya. Depends on her cost, the other figs in the wave, etc. We’ll see when/if the time comes for an Elite.
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Newsted
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Post by Newsted on Nov 23, 2019 17:11:26 GMT -5
When we get an Elite Toni Storm, will it come with all her gear (Jacket, glasses, the occational hat etc etc) and the NXT UK Women's title, or is it likely just one or the other here? Couldn’t tell ya. Depends on her cost, the other figs in the wave, etc. We’ll see when/if the time comes for an Elite. It's okay. Just make the entire line Roman Reigns rereleases and give Toni everything. Everyone will understand, I promise!
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Post by ~*Young $ Money*~ on Nov 23, 2019 17:14:30 GMT -5
Why do we get so many rereleases/repaints of a guy like warrior and Macho Man but not as many as like a sting who is just as popular and had tons of color choices. Any real reason?
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Post by Action Figure Attack on Nov 23, 2019 17:26:15 GMT -5
Why do we get so many rereleases/repaints of a guy like warrior and Macho Man but not as many as like a sting who is just as popular and had tons of color choices. Any real reason? Nope. Not sure what kind of reasons you guys are looking for but under my watch we’ll have had 2 Stings, 2 Warriors and 3 Macho Mans. Seems pretty balanced for the most part. It would have been 2, 2 and 2 but the Royal Rumble Macho Man was a last minute addition. Expect a similar ratio going forward.
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Post by ~*Young $ Money*~ on Nov 23, 2019 17:28:47 GMT -5
Why do we get so many rereleases/repaints of a guy like warrior and Macho Man but not as many as like a sting who is just as popular and had tons of color choices. Any real reason? Nope. Not sure what kind of reasons you guys are looking for but under my watch we’ll have had 2 Stings, 2 Warriors and 3 Macho Mans. Seems pretty balanced for the most part. It would have been 2, 2 and 2 but the Royal Rumble Macho Man was a last minute addition. Expect a similar ratio going forward. Wasn’t sure if there was something behind it. Seems like I have about 9 or 10 macho and ultimate warrior but not as many stings per day. Eddie G is another one who had tons of attires and doesn’t seem to Be featured as much
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Biff Slamkovich™
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Post by Biff Slamkovich™ on Nov 23, 2019 17:35:52 GMT -5
Hey Steve,
Would it ever be possible to release a Chainsaw Charlie given that he would likely have to come with a chainsaw accessory?
Second to that, has it ever been discussed for Mattel to "blackout" a certain part of the front window of the packaging in order to include some of the non kid-friendly accessories? I'm not sure if you follow Jakks' World of Nintendo line and how they include "surprise" accessories with their 4" figure line, but they encase mini accessories inside of a small cardboard box inside the bubble of the package along with the figure.
Thanks!
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Post by WCWThunderRosa on Nov 23, 2019 17:40:06 GMT -5
Hey Steve, Would it ever be possible to release a Chainsaw Charlie given that he would likely have to come with a chainsaw accessory? Second to that, has it ever been discussed for Mattel to "blackout" a certain part of the front window of the packaging in order to include some of the non kid-friendly accessories? I'm not sure if you follow Jakks' World of Nintendo line and how they include "surprise" accessories with their 4" figure line, but they encase mini accessories inside of a small cardboard box inside the bubble of the package along with the figure. Thanks! They made a Finn Bálor with a chainsaw
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