FFK
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Post by FFK on Jan 6, 2024 15:35:43 GMT -5
Is there any updates to Walmart and the handling of exclusives? Seems like nothing has changed and I am not looking forward to the MNW sets. It sucks because I want to collect and then it becomes such a headache.
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izzyjames92
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Post by izzyjames92 on Jan 6, 2024 15:50:43 GMT -5
Hi Steve, This year is there any chance of more Coliseum sets using a different outlet like Ringside? Even if it was single sets like in the Sgt Slaughter slimmer box. I’d love to see more in this packaging style. Thanks
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jjh1292
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Post by jjh1292 on Jan 6, 2024 16:20:11 GMT -5
Steve, just wanted to say thank you for all the awesome figures this past year! Any way you guys can do an ultimate Summerslam 2012 Punk in Bret Hart gear? Maybe with the Harley Race mutton chops and the gray shirt he was wearing at this time? Thank you!
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Post by slapnutsworld on Jan 6, 2024 16:42:56 GMT -5
Steve, I have a few questions for you. Was the Mattel Creations LWO Elite 5 pack a success? And if so, could we possibly see/get another themed Elite 5 pack of the Kliq; Diesel, Shawn Michaels, Razor Ramon, 123 Kid, and Hunter Hearst Helmsley?
Will we see WCW and ECW related MOTU WWE Superstars figures?
Will we see more chases, besides Hogan, in the Superstars line?
An updates on possibly getting a MOTU WWE Superstars ring?
Can I request that we get an Elite Wrestlemania 13 referee Ken Sharmrock figure?
What about getting a Jnco jeans Hollywood Hogan Elite from early 1999?
Thank you Steve 🙏
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macraig13
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Post by macraig13 on Jan 6, 2024 19:24:08 GMT -5
Will the main line Ultimate Editions be switching to wrestlers that are currently on TV? Usually there was a mix of legends and current roster.
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GR81J
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Post by GR81J on Jan 6, 2024 20:58:53 GMT -5
Is there ever discussions about obscure characters under contract??? Golga Avalanche Percy Pringle Big Steel Man Justin Hawk Bradshaw Master Of Pain Soul Taker Vincent Doom #1 Vinnie Vegas Oz Diamond Studd Thanks Yeah, all the time. Was the chase Ludwig ever produced? I haven't heard of anyone getting him on ringside or anyone receiving him as a chase
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theberb217
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Post by theberb217 on Jan 6, 2024 21:18:21 GMT -5
Steve, Would an Elite CM Punk in Macho Man Tribute Gear be possible at this point if Macho isn't under a deal? Also, could we see other cm punk tribute attires such as the bret hart gear in the ultimate legends or collesium collection lines?
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Post by Fighter Hayabusa on Jan 6, 2024 21:46:13 GMT -5
The new packaging on the legends is awesome. Thanks for that. Is it true that Target Ultimate Legends is going to 4 a year staring in 2024?? Yes. Warrior Q1 Yokozuna Q2 TBA Q3 TBA Q4 Can you at least say that there will be a connection to the Hulkster in the last two the same as the first two and other legends lines thus far?
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Post by TheLordofDarkness on Jan 6, 2024 23:29:03 GMT -5
Hey Steve, First of all, Happy New Year. I don't know why my post keeps getting deleted, and I don't know if you saw what I wrote in the post regarding UE Ruthless Aggression line, but it was more or less requests to please pass on to the design team (thanks for answering that question though). I don't know how far into development the upcoming Outsiders UE 2 pack figures are (once again, great reveal), but could it be possible to use the Fan TakeOver Shawn Michaels torso for the Scott Hall figure, and or, potential Ultimates of Razor Ramon figures, as that looks more accurate, or at least, closer to his size? I know it's late now, but could it be possible to modify the gloves used for the Monday Night War Undertaker figure for potential re-release, or even Ultimates, of late 90's-2000 Undertaker figures to look more accurate, as shown below? (once again, I'm not sure how to upload images, hence the attached links). wrestlingdelorean.files.wordpress.com/2023/04/wwe-elite-monday-night-wars-undertaker.jpg?w=1024 (original image). imgur.com/a/YHkxmak (modified image).
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Old Zeke
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Post by Old Zeke on Jan 7, 2024 4:55:28 GMT -5
Are we any closer to getting Avalanche in the line? I remember asking Bill a few years back, and he said to keep my eyes peeled.
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classicretros23
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Post by classicretros23 on Jan 7, 2024 10:34:55 GMT -5
Steve,
Is the Coliseum staying at 2 waves per year or are we seeing an increase in 2024?
I’m wishing you would do 4 (1 per quarter) as I think there is a big fan base that would like the entire LJN line made in Ultimate form.
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classicretros23
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Post by classicretros23 on Jan 7, 2024 11:15:04 GMT -5
Hey Steve,
How come the Tribal Chief Ultimate didn’t come with a shirt ?
I think many were expecting a We the Ones shirt to match the Usos Ultimates. Can we maybe see it in the Elite line ?
Did Asuka eat into Roman cost ? 😂
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Post by jt on Jan 7, 2024 15:57:22 GMT -5
Don't seem to have too much luck getting answers in this thread so I'm gonna run down a bunch of my old questions again
Two questions, Is there any chance Adrian Adonis or Dynamite Kid could be released in the coliseum collection? I understand they're controversial characters now but they aren't being sold at retail and are targeted towards an older audience who should be able to handle those topics.
Also is there any plans to put out older womens figures like Alundra Blayze, Luna Vachon, Bull Nakano, etc etc in the legends line.
Is it possible we'll see Coliseum Collection style releases several years from now when the line has wrapped up if wrestlers who weren't signed before get signed?
Would it be possible for Mattel to release NWA, CWF, Crockett, Midsouth, WCCW, etc ring skirts, ropes, mats, and turn buckles for the Mattel Creation style rings?
Has the existence of brands like Chella, Zombie Sailor, and Powertown resulted in any interest in doing territory based figures or more obscure talent?
Is there any chance of seeing Mattel figures of wrestlers who never directly wrestled in WWE but have been acknowledged by the company like Adrian Street, Great Muta, Magnum T.A, Bruiser Brody, the Midnight Express, etc?
To add onto the previous question is there any interest in doing more releases of WWF/WWE talent from before their time in the WWF/WWE Jerry Lawler from his time in Memphis, Dusty Rhodes from CWF or Crockett, Terry Funk from Memphis or AJPW, Bret Hart during his run in Calgary etc?
Is there any logic to the pairings for the Coliseum Collection releases? Wave 1 2 and 4 make varying degrees of sense but I expected Piper to be paired with Adrian Adonis, Cowboy Bob Orton, or Paul Orndorff. Is it one big name one smaller name or is it just somewhat random based on who is signed at the moment or at risk of expiring?
With Cody back in WWE and him getting a bunch of figures would it be possible to get an UE Dusty Rhodes, preferably not the polka dotted version but the late 70s version with the robes and floppy hat or the crockett version with the fur coats, glasses and cowboy hat.
Is there any chance there will be bloodied heads, clothing, etc in the future for exclusive figures of known hardcore wrestlers or wrestlers known for bleeding like Cactus Jack, Terry Funk, Ric Flair, or Steve Austin.
Is there any chance there will be Starrcade match packs like the upcoming Shawn Michaels vs Razor Ramon WMX set coming out in the future? I'd personally love a Roddy Piper vs Greg Valentine set, Flair vs Dusty, Flair vs Race, etc.
Is there anything that can be done about the fit of certain belts? The undisputed belt that came with Eddie Guerrero was too large and all the belts I have are too small for figures like Dusty Rhodes or Bret Hart and Undertaker with their respective jackets on so I have concerns for future figures like Terry Gordy and Jim Neidhart.
Is there a reason the 3 Faces of Foley pack from Ringside cost just as much as the LWO 5 pack? Is it a matter of the LWO pack being made to order?
Is it possible there will be an updated mold for the World Heavyweight Title without the WWE logo at the top like was shown in the Nitro crowdfunder? It might be nickpicky but it bothers me Dusty and Ric Flair come with versions of the belt that they either never held or don't line up with that figure on the timeline.
With the Terry Gordy executioner figure dropping soon what are the odds on us getting Micheal P.S Hayes, Jimmy Garvin, and or Buddy Roberts to round out the Freebirds? If so I'd imagine another Terry Gordy with a matching Freebirds vest is also possible?
What has changed in the manufacturing process or collecting market that makes Mattel unable to do tag team packs or less likely to do multipacks like Jakks used to do in the classic superstars line? Is it a matter of who is currently available to make figures of, are collectors less likely to buy sets of multiple figures, or is it just impractical to produce on Mattel's end?
What is the logistics behind seemingly one off releases like Micheal P.S Hayes or Magnum T.A? Is there not enough demand to do re-releases or alternate versions of those figures or are they put out to capitalize on high demand at the time/expiring contracts?
Would it be possible to get NWA era Harley Race? I'm glad to have king Harley but Id love to see Mattel's take on the younger Harley Race that Jakks did in the classic superstars line.
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Post by Action Figure Attack on Jan 7, 2024 16:48:08 GMT -5
Hey Steve, How come the Tribal Chief Ultimate didn’t come with a shirt ? I think many were expecting a We the Ones shirt to match the Usos Ultimates. Can we maybe see it in the Elite line ? Did Asuka eat into Roman cost ? 😂 Because he has two titles. Cost went there for him.
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Post by LA Knight Yeah! on Jan 7, 2024 17:08:56 GMT -5
Hi Steve,
Can you tell us if Elite 108 Brock is in wrestling attire or promo attire? Any idea when we see elite 108 protos?
What are the chances Imperium could be in the elite line this year also including another elite Gunther?
Thanks
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Post by Action Figure Attack on Jan 7, 2024 17:58:42 GMT -5
Don't seem to have too much luck getting answers in this thread so I'm gonna run down a bunch of my old questions again Two questions, Is there any chance Adrian Adonis or Dynamite Kid could be released in the coliseum collection? I understand they're controversial characters now but they aren't being sold at retail and are targeted towards an older audience who should be able to handle those topics. If deals are signed with those estates, I can get cracking on figures.Also is there any plans to put out older womens figures like Alundra Blayze, Luna Vachon, Bull Nakano, etc etc in the legends line. See answer above for any names not currently available.Is it possible we'll see Coliseum Collection style releases several years from now when the line has wrapped up if wrestlers who weren't signed before get signed? Can’t really predict or guarantee that but lines can come back like Defining Moments, Legends, Retros, etc. Would it be possible for Mattel to release NWA, CWF, Crockett, Midsouth, WCCW, etc ring skirts, ropes, mats, and turn buckles for the Mattel Creation style rings? Maybe for some of the more well known companies if the offering is right and the consumer base is there but it is a bit more on the unlikely side of things. Has the existence of brands like Chella, Zombie Sailor, and Powertown resulted in any interest in doing territory based figures or more obscure talent? I’ve always been open to leveraging as many Legendary talents as possible. We just need access to those talents which, as you’ve seen, come in and out of availability to us. Will we ever see the retail market flooded with territory based or obscure talent? I can’t really see that happening. Will they continue to be included strategically in everything else we’re doing and as special releases? Absolutely. Is there any chance of seeing Mattel figures of wrestlers who never directly wrestled in WWE but have been acknowledged by the company like Adrian Street, Great Muta, Magnum T.A, Bruiser Brody, the Midnight Express, etc? See first answer. To add onto the previous question is there any interest in doing more releases of WWF/WWE talent from before their time in the WWF/WWE Jerry Lawler from his time in Memphis, Dusty Rhodes from CWF or Crockett, Terry Funk from Memphis or AJPW, Bret Hart during his run in Calgary etc? Of course. Is there any logic to the pairings for the Coliseum Collection releases? Wave 1 2 and 4 make varying degrees of sense but I expected Piper to be paired with Adrian Adonis, Cowboy Bob Orton, or Paul Orndorff. Is it one big name one smaller name or is it just somewhat random based on who is signed at the moment or at risk of expiring? We’re just trying to make compelling packs and get out as many talent as possible in this style. Of course contracts, licensor, various input and a whole slew of factors can shape that. We’ll of course attempt to make the pairing make as much sense as possible whenever we can but some sets will just be an anchor level talent plus a supporting talent or just two popular Legends. With Cody back in WWE and him getting a bunch of figures would it be possible to get an UE Dusty Rhodes, preferably not the polka dotted version but the late 70s version with the robes and floppy hat or the crockett version with the fur coats, glasses and cowboy hat. I’d love to make those looks but I wouldn’t commit to Ultimates. Is there any chance there will be bloodied heads, clothing, etc in the future for exclusive figures of known hardcore wrestlers or wrestlers known for bleeding like Cactus Jack, Terry Funk, Ric Flair, or Steve Austin. Will keep trying to make this happen.
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Post by AxelSmackdown on Jan 7, 2024 18:06:23 GMT -5
can you say how many series the CC line is currently set for
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Post by Action Figure Attack on Jan 7, 2024 18:16:44 GMT -5
Don't seem to have too much luck getting answers in this thread so I'm gonna run down a bunch of my old questions again Is there any chance there will be Starrcade match packs like the upcoming Shawn Michaels vs Razor Ramon WMX set coming out in the future? I'd personally love a Roddy Piper vs Greg Valentine set, Flair vs Dusty, Flair vs Race, etc. Exactly like the WM X 2-pack? Probably not. Some sort of execution involving similar talent and the era is possible though. Is there anything that can be done about the fit of certain belts? The undisputed belt that came with Eddie Guerrero was too large and all the belts I have are too small for figures like Dusty Rhodes or Bret Hart and Undertaker with their respective jackets on so I have concerns for future figures like Terry Gordy and Jim Neidhart. Eddie had the wrong belt unfortunately. We have a smaller version already tooled that should have been included. I’ll pass along the comments to design on belt sizes in general but they do have to be mindful of their tooling budgets and, in this case, have to consider tooling individually sized straps or utilizing those tooling dollars for more impactful new parts.
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Post by Action Figure Attack on Jan 7, 2024 18:29:19 GMT -5
Don't seem to have too much luck getting answers in this thread so I'm gonna run down a bunch of my old questions again Is there a reason the 3 Faces of Foley pack from Ringside cost just as much as the LWO 5 pack? Is it a matter of the LWO pack being made to order? Toy companies don’t dictate final retail pricing. While items do have SRP’s, each retailer has to set their own final pricing depending on their various costs of doing business.
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Post by cableV on Jan 7, 2024 18:36:24 GMT -5
Will Superstars Series 9 have a chase/variant?
Were the Series 8 Blue and Red Hogans produced in equal quantities? Early finding have people finding both being one per case.
Thanks
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