warrioreb4
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Post by warrioreb4 on Feb 25, 2021 12:57:49 GMT -5
Hello all. First post on here. I know figures can only be made if WWE has deals with former wrestlers. Does anyone know if the Von Erichs are under a deal? If so does anyone think we will see another Texas tornado figure? Thanks guys!
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Post by Mr Angry Cena on Feb 25, 2021 13:02:27 GMT -5
I hope so! Thanks to a member on here I have The Von Erichs. I’d love another Texas Tornado though, as I’ve never owned that one.
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Medieval
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Post by Medieval on Feb 25, 2021 13:03:21 GMT -5
I don't think they are under any kind of deal right now.
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zen411
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Post by zen411 on Feb 25, 2021 14:03:43 GMT -5
I think the Mattel Texas tornado is terrible. It doesn't look like Kerry von erich at all. I think if I looked at the figure with no reference I would assume it was some random guy from early 90s wcw. He also reminded me of journeyman wrestler Chris walker. If they get the rights again, a better Tornado figure would be much needed. A different color scheme, better executed tassels on the boots and a more accurate face and hair and the ic title.
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Post by stc13 on Feb 25, 2021 14:09:18 GMT -5
Steve said a while back that any new Von Erichs were very unlikely.
It's possible that they're no longer signed. But Kerry had some Topps cards last year, which go through the Legends program. I've wondered if he might be on the no-fly list for Mattel given how he died and Mattel's corporate values.
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Post by Fighter Hayabusa on Feb 25, 2021 14:12:54 GMT -5
If they’re under a deal then they you can expect them in upcoming legends lineups. They’ve been giving us a lot of repaints and re-released in this line.
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Post by Chicago on Feb 25, 2021 14:32:23 GMT -5
That unreleased Hall of Fame "Texas Tornado" Kerry Von Erich and Kevin Von Erich 2-Pack would hit the spot right about now.
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zen411
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Post by zen411 on Feb 25, 2021 14:58:46 GMT -5
That unreleased Hall of Fame "Texas Tornado" Kerry Von Erich and Kevin Von Erich 2-Pack would hit the spot right about now. Were there pics? Different from what was released?
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Post by Davey on Feb 25, 2021 15:02:25 GMT -5
I'd love a new Texas Tornado. A hasbro style in red would be amazing!
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Post by Chicago on Feb 25, 2021 15:08:18 GMT -5
That unreleased Hall of Fame "Texas Tornado" Kerry Von Erich and Kevin Von Erich 2-Pack would hit the spot right about now. Were there pics? Different from what was released? Not for Kevin, but I know there was some talk of a SummerSlam '90 Texas Tornado. That was never confirmed, though.
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bigjohnnybadd
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Post by bigjohnnybadd on Feb 25, 2021 16:33:34 GMT -5
I think the Mattel Texas tornado is terrible. It doesn't look like Kerry von erich at all. I think if I looked at the figure with no reference I would assume it was some random guy from early 90s wcw. He also reminded me of journeyman wrestler Chris walker. If they get the rights again, a better Tornado figure would be much needed. A different color scheme, better executed tassels on the boots and a more accurate face and hair and the ic title. Why does this kind of look like Cardona? Lol thought it was photoshopped for a moment. There's your custom!
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Post by LK3 on Feb 25, 2021 16:39:57 GMT -5
I think the Mattel Texas tornado is terrible. It doesn't look like Kerry von erich at all. I think if I looked at the figure with no reference I would assume it was some random guy from early 90s wcw. He also reminded me of journeyman wrestler Chris walker. If they get the rights again, a better Tornado figure would be much needed. A different color scheme, better executed tassels on the boots and a more accurate face and hair and the ic title. Why does this kind of look like Cardona? Lol thought it was photoshopped for a moment. There's your custom! Haha I can totally see it!
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Warriah'
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Post by Warriah' on Feb 25, 2021 17:00:11 GMT -5
RR92 Texas Tornado would be my pick. I loved the big logo on the rear. I think the Mattel Texas tornado is terrible. It doesn't look like Kerry von erich at all. I think if I looked at the figure with no reference I would assume it was some random guy from early 90s wcw. He also reminded me of journeyman wrestler Chris walker. If they get the rights again, a better Tornado figure would be much needed. A different color scheme, better executed tassels on the boots and a more accurate face and hair and the ic title. I love the Texas Tornado, and it's one of my fav Mattel figs so to each their own!
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Post by TheHitmanKid on Feb 25, 2021 18:52:33 GMT -5
A Kerry to go with the Micheal P.S. Hayes, would be good timing
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omartheterror
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Post by omartheterror on Feb 25, 2021 22:28:08 GMT -5
I think this is as simple as if Kerry was still under a Legends deal we would’ve seen another figure by now.
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mrh
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Post by mrh on Feb 26, 2021 4:23:32 GMT -5
I must be in the minority -- but I think the Mattel Texas Tornado is pretty good (though NOTHING will ever touch that Hasbro...)
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Post by MKSavage on Feb 26, 2021 9:53:06 GMT -5
RR92 Texas Tornado would be my pick. I loved the big logo on the rear.I think the Mattel Texas tornado is terrible. It doesn't look like Kerry von erich at all. I think if I looked at the figure with no reference I would assume it was some random guy from early 90s wcw. He also reminded me of journeyman wrestler Chris walker. If they get the rights again, a better Tornado figure would be much needed. A different color scheme, better executed tassels on the boots and a more accurate face and hair and the ic title. I love the Texas Tornado, and it's one of my fav Mattel figs so to each their own! The RR92 look would be my pick as well, I always liked that attire. Though, his red or blue or yellow or purple would all be welcome. And, even though the tights were plain looking, I would also like his Summer Slam 1990 look with the green entrance robe.
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The One Who Collects
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Post by The One Who Collects on Feb 26, 2021 10:08:54 GMT -5
There is a lack of depth in any legends being made at this point.
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omartheterror
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Post by omartheterror on Feb 26, 2021 10:58:26 GMT -5
I must be in the minority -- but I think the Mattel Texas Tornado is pretty good (though NOTHING will ever touch that Hasbro...) Yep. I think it’s pretty good too. If we never get another at least it wasn’t a crappy one.
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Post by stc13 on Feb 26, 2021 11:17:10 GMT -5
If he's not under a deal, I'd be shocked if Jazwares wouldn't scoop him up. My biggest fear is that he's signed, but Mattel won't make him. It's been implied in the past that they wouldn't make people like Crash Holly and Brian Christopher who died by suicide.
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