zen411
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Post by zen411 on Sept 18, 2024 9:59:21 GMT -5
If I collected that era I would buy one to put next to Umaga. But that's it. I can't imagine anyone needing more than one. No memorable costumes or different looks.
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breal59
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Post by breal59 on Sept 18, 2024 10:28:30 GMT -5
I stand by my take that during THIS period WWE didn't do a great job of establishing future "Legends". Names like this are not remembered fondly like the Golden Era or the Attitude Era. Of course there will be some initial excitement when his "FTITL" is revealed but people haven't been asking for this like they have guys like Mr. Fuji, Slick, Heenan, etc. My general criteria for a "Legend" on whether I want to add them to my collection: Can I recall at least one or two special "Big Moments" or Great Matches that this person participated in? What are they memorable for? When I think about Armando Alejandro Estrada..... I'm coming up short. I have to agree on this take. The characters in the 80s had their own unique, memorable character. The guy that brings the Snake to the ring, the guy that cuts people's hair after he beats them, the Iranian guy, the Russian guy. The big guy with the polka dots, the guy with face paint that shouts really loud when he talks. The giant guy in the Princess Bride. And on and on. |
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Post by mrmonkeyofficial on Sept 18, 2024 10:40:16 GMT -5
Gonna take a guess and say he's a future BAF
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Post by Crossfit Jesus on Sept 18, 2024 11:57:10 GMT -5
MY NAME IS ARMANDOOOO ALEEEJANDRO ESTRADA
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Post by coldblooded on Sept 18, 2024 12:32:01 GMT -5
There's a figure? Cool
There's no figure? Cool
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Bramahummel
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Feel the BANG
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Post by Bramahummel on Sept 18, 2024 17:30:13 GMT -5
 yes of course |
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Post by shanieomaniac on Sept 18, 2024 20:40:29 GMT -5
He'll be a nice addition to the Managers collection, probably released as a BAF, but he only really needs one figure. I mean, people have been screaming for more RA figures, I'm guessing getting him signed to a contract was far easier than trying to come to terms with someone like, I dunno, Mr. Kennedy. (...Kennedy)
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Post by BoneCrunchingCustoms on Sept 18, 2024 21:27:12 GMT -5
I can think of 400 other wrestlers I'd rather have a figure of tbh
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voicesinmyhead
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Post by voicesinmyhead on Sept 18, 2024 22:11:43 GMT -5
I stand by my take that during THIS period WWE didn't do a great job of establishing future "Legends". Names like this are not remembered fondly like the Golden Era or the Attitude Era. Of course there will be some initial excitement when his "FTITL" is revealed but people haven't been asking for this like they have guys like Mr. Fuji, Slick, Heenan, etc. My general criteria for a "Legend" on whether I want to add them to my collection: Can I recall at least one or two special "Big Moments" or Great Matches that this person participated in? What are they memorable for? When I think about Armando Alejandro Estrada..... I'm coming up short. I have to agree on this take. The characters in the 80s had their own unique, memorable character. The guy that brings the Snake to the ring, the guy that cuts people's hair after he beats them, the Iranian guy, the Russian guy. The big guy with the polka dots, the guy with face paint that shouts really loud when he talks. The giant guy in the Princess Bride. And on and on. With the most basic descriptions of guys like “the big guy with polka dots,” Armando should fit right it. He’s the guy who pronounces his full name every time he speaks (like Heyman does now), and breaks a cigar every time he wanted Umaga to go for the kill. |
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voicesinmyhead
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Post by voicesinmyhead on Sept 18, 2024 22:11:56 GMT -5
I can think of 400 other wrestlers I'd rather have a figure of tbh I dare you. |
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voicesinmyhead
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Post by voicesinmyhead on Sept 18, 2024 22:13:27 GMT -5
Definite buy for me. Easily one of the best characters and acts from this era. I also collect any and all FTITL figures so this is a must get for me.
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Post by Ruthless Attitude on Sept 18, 2024 22:29:12 GMT -5
To be honest I forgot Umaga had a manager. It gives me hope for other deep cut managers from around that time - Rico, Nidia, Chavo Classic.
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breal59
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Post by breal59 on Sept 19, 2024 3:33:25 GMT -5
I have to agree on this take. The characters in the 80s had their own unique, memorable character. The guy that brings the Snake to the ring, the guy that cuts people's hair after he beats them, the Iranian guy, the Russian guy. The big guy with the polka dots, the guy with face paint that shouts really loud when he talks. The giant guy in the Princess Bride. And on and on. With the most basic descriptions of guys like “the big guy with polka dots,” Armando should fit right it. He’s the guy who pronounces his full name every time he speaks (like Heyman does now), and breaks a cigar every time he wanted Umaga to go for the kill. Doesent roll off the tongue as well as the guy that wears a kilt to the ring or the guy with the double machine gun in Predator. 😜 |
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Post by BoneCrunchingCustoms on Sept 19, 2024 3:52:48 GMT -5
I can think of 400 other wrestlers I'd rather have a figure of tbh I dare you.  |
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Post by mcfclee on Sept 19, 2024 5:23:38 GMT -5
I’ll buy one.
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Sting
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Post by Sting on Sept 19, 2024 7:37:28 GMT -5
meh
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wwetna2008
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Post by wwetna2008 on Sept 19, 2024 8:43:31 GMT -5
I want it
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shanedalton
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Currently looking for Toybiz 12" Sting complete.
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Post by shanedalton on Sept 19, 2024 8:51:49 GMT -5
Not even a little.
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stargasm
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Post by stargasm on Sept 19, 2024 10:10:59 GMT -5
I can think of 400 other wrestlers I'd rather have a figure of tbh I dare you.  |
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Post by JokerFC on Sept 19, 2024 10:23:59 GMT -5
Nope. Ditto with several other recent announcements. Ive said it before and Ill say it again.....where in the name of star spangled f*ck is The Patriot. he hasn't had a figure since the BCA days....
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