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Post by Action Figure Attack on May 16, 2024 10:45:58 GMT -5
Let’s say you wanted to do a new line using the MOTU/Superstars form factor (tag teams, cartoon style, modern talent, etc) would Walmart automatically get the first right to refusal or could this hypothetical line go anywhere as long as it’s not called “Superstars”? The MOTU form factor itself isn’t exclusive to Walmart.
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Post by Action Figure Attack on May 16, 2024 10:47:31 GMT -5
You guys did a hell of a job with the greatest hits Hogan!! Thanks so much!!! We didn't see the Royal Rumble line at Wrestlemania is Mattel still doing PPV theme lines next year?? The PLE Elite line is continuing.
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Post by Action Figure Attack on May 16, 2024 10:50:39 GMT -5
Hey Steve will the next coliseum collection be revealed at Comic Con in July ? Also are there any plans to expand the ultimate torso molds. Large guys like Big John Studd. He could be great for the shelf as well as for customizers for ivar, a train, and others. I’d love to show them at SDCC if they’re ready. Yes, more torsos are in development.
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Post by Fighter Hayabusa on May 16, 2024 10:54:54 GMT -5
Let’s say you wanted to do a new line using the MOTU/Superstars form factor (tag teams, cartoon style, modern talent, etc) would Walmart automatically get the first right to refusal or could this hypothetical line go anywhere as long as it’s not called “Superstars”? The MOTU form factor itself isn’t exclusive to Walmart. Thanks. And I believe I’ve asked this before but don’t think it was ever answered but do you know if the new updated form factor used for MOTU Cartoon has been considered for taller wrestlers like Nash, Kane, Taker, etc?
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Post by jjh1292 on May 16, 2024 11:30:51 GMT -5
Hey Steve, any chance for a new Punk elite torso? Also still crossing my fingers for the Punk Hitman ultimate haha.
Thanks for all you and the rest of the crew do for us collectors!
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Post by dxc on May 16, 2024 12:31:27 GMT -5
You guys did a hell of a job with the greatest hits Hogan!! Thanks so much!!! We didn't see the Royal Rumble line at Wrestlemania is Mattel still doing PPV theme lines next year?? The PLE Elite line is continuing. Does this apply also to WrestleMania Main Event / Basic line which was cancelled this year?
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Post by darkprophet on May 16, 2024 12:51:19 GMT -5
Out of who I think is available, my top 3 remaining wanted for the Coliseum Collection are Big John Studd, Bam Bam Bigelow, and Brutus Beefcake. I’d want as many as we can get, of course, and while I know you can’t confirm, are any/all of these 3 on the radar? I’ll take a non-response to mean confirmation. lol. Thank you!
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Post by darkprophet on May 16, 2024 15:07:39 GMT -5
One more (for now) Coliseum Collection question. When Legends sign/re-sign, such as the rumored Jesse Ventura, Hillbilly Jim, and Demolition (not asking you to confirm rumors, of course), are they more likely to be fit into the Coliseum Collection- a prestigious honor to do these legends justice imo, or to instead be slotted into the Legends or other Elite lines so they can hit a wider audience at retail (like Captain Lou and The Bushwhackers)? I know that it can, theoretically, be both. But as you noted on the Wrestling Figure News Podcast interview recently, Albano appeared in the Legends line in the LJN look and so is now less likely for this line. Thank you for your time and insight, as always!
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Post by jaybeeuk on May 17, 2024 1:29:39 GMT -5
Any chance we could see a reissue or updated commentator Gorilla Monsoon that is easier to obtain than the previous one that now goes for silly money. Cheers.
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Post by ctm814 on May 17, 2024 7:17:15 GMT -5
Hey Steve will the next coliseum collection be revealed at Comic Con in July ? Also are there any plans to expand the ultimate torso molds. Large guys like Big John Studd. He could be great for the shelf as well as for customizers for ivar, a train, and others. I’d love to show them at SDCC if they’re ready. Yes, more torsos are in development. Steve if not ready to show, will you have a reveal with drawn version of what to come on the Coliseum ? so excited knowing we still have Heenan and Volkoff. (cant wait) !!!
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Post by Chip on May 17, 2024 11:56:57 GMT -5
Do you think we will ever see a complete overhaul of the championship belts for figures?
Better material / easier to connect straps. Longer mold versions for larger wrestlers (some of the belts barely fit around the waist of Brock figures). Thinner, more shapely plates with better painting
or would it ever be possible to make like a "premium" belt pack maybe RSC exclusive or Creations exclusive?
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Post by Mr. #1derful 🇵🇸 on May 17, 2024 13:57:39 GMT -5
Is the Creations Ali a BAF you can break down into parts?
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Post by darkprophet on May 17, 2024 15:47:00 GMT -5
Hi Steve, I know you have suggested not having interest in adding new sub-lines. However, I am still curious about a very finite Hulk Hogan’s Rock n Wrestling line. The *Mattel* MOTU Origins: Cartoon Collection style would be perfect! It feels like now would be great timing, as many of the core characters seem to be available: Hogan, Piper, Andre, Studd, Sheik, Volkoff(?), Albano, Wendi Richter, and more? And with the rise of independent wrestling figure companies competing for Legends deals, who knows how much longer this number of Legends will all be available at the same time! What do you think? If it has to wait until another Legends line like Coliseum Collection is complete, I’ll be patient, as I want all I can get from that collection. Thank you!
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Post by thebigbossbro on May 18, 2024 12:42:27 GMT -5
Considering how sometimes there might be more obscure legends under contract, is there any possibility that a wrestler or their gimmick be included in BAF form but under the legends line
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Post by mrh on May 18, 2024 19:24:19 GMT -5
Action Figure Attack - as an avid Retro collector who can't wait for the Yankem, do you have a ballpark of when the release date might get announced, as well as updates on future waves (and hopefully some bonuses)?
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Post by Action Figure Attack on May 18, 2024 19:25:19 GMT -5
Action Figure Attack - as an avid Retro collector who can't wait for the Yankem, do you have a ballpark of when the release date might get announced, as well as updates on future waves (and hopefully some bonuses)? Similar release and reveal cadence as last year.
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Post by woo86 on May 18, 2024 19:45:36 GMT -5
Hey Steve, desperate to see Bam Bam in the ultimate line and would prefer purple flames new generation over a Coliseum release (not that I'd complain at that at all) but is BamBam a candidate for an Ultimate Edition. Also would love some more new gen to go with the arena like Lex with USA Jacket a 123 Kid not in blue and Tatanka circa 1994. Are there plans for more new gen in the ultimate line?
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Post by valo487 on May 18, 2024 22:56:42 GMT -5
Hi Steve, apologies if this has been asked previously, I’m sure Cody’s masked look from Wrestlemania 40 Night 2 will find a way out somehow, but is there any chance of a Brandi now that she’s appeared on screen? She seemed pretty hyped about her previous figure, I’m sure she’d be interested. Thanks!
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Post by Action Figure Attack on May 18, 2024 23:27:10 GMT -5
Could you explain to us why the decision was made to insert Ali in the Territory exclusive pack instead of another signed talent from that era and also why he has a soft goods top only and wasn't made into like a "2-in-1" with all removable soft goods? Check out the latest Fig Night for details on why the set was created. www.youtube.com/live/gt0ncSBnnfg?si=f77J3NLk_lwvvaY8
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Post by Action Figure Attack on May 18, 2024 23:29:01 GMT -5
Hi Steve, apologies if this has been asked previously, I’m sure Cody’s masked look from Wrestlemania 40 Night 2 will find a way out somehow, but is there any chance of a Brandi now that she’s appeared on screen? She seemed pretty hyped about her previous figure, I’m sure she’d be interested. Thanks! Would love to make a Brandi fig but you know the drill on needing a deal with fig rights, etc…
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