Category Archives: Wrestling Figures

The Wyatt Family…a Thorn in the Side of John Cena!

February 17th, 2014 by Ringside Figures

Since debuting in the WWE, the Wyatt Family have shown their strength, power, and the tightness of their group. A family like no other, they made an initial impact by taking out WWE Superstars like Kane, Kofi Kingston and The Miz. They may have been bested by Daniel Bryan but to keep the statistics in their favor they have gone after arguably the greatest possible challenge the WWE has to offer. That challenge goes by the name of John Cena.

Mattel WWE Series 39 John Cena!

John Cena, here in Mattel WWE Series 39, has spent his time trying to have an effect on the travesty that is Randy Orton gaining the WWE World Heavyweight Championship through cheating, but recently the Wyatt Family have forced him to realign his sights and take them on because of numerous sneak attacks. Cena is unclear as to why Bray Wyatt has chosen him as a target and it has made his main objectives difficult. John Cena can no longer look at Bray Wyatt as simply a nuisance and must treat him with the respect of a face to face challenger.

Mattel WWE Battle Packs 28 Luke Harper and Erick Rowan!

Helping Bray Wyatt act out his sneaky ways are the other members of the Wyatt Family, Luke Harper and Erick Rowan. Luke Harper and Erick Rowan will receive their first Mattel WWE wrestling figures in Mattel WWE Battle Packs 28. They are a fixture in the tag team division, have shown that they can suffer defeat and bounce back infinitely stronger and best of all for Bray Wyatt, both men will do his bidding at the drop of a hat. Harper and Rowan are invaluable parts of Bray Wyatt’s strategy and are no doubt highly sought after for Mattel WWE wrestling figure fans.

Mattel WWE Series 39 Bray Wyatt!

The Mattel WWE Series 39 Bray Wyatt action figure will be the first time the leader of the Wyatt family has seen himself in wrestling figure form. A miniature plastic idol is perfect for the leader of this cult-like family as they slowly but surely do their best to take over the WWE. Bray Wyatt’s headsculpt, accurate tattoos, white pants and black and white wrestling shows prove him to be the type of leader that is simple but effective in his actions all the way down to how he dresses. Wrestling figure fans will no doubt look to re-enact the Sister Abigail on unsuspecting opponents, knocking them out and planting a kiss of certain doom on their foreheads.

The Wyatt Family will finally be released as Mattel WWE figures, and most wrestling figure fans will no doubt have a John Cena figure available to fight off the oncoming attacks of the Mattel WWE wrestling figure world’s newest and most formidable foes, Bray Wyatt, Erick Rowan and Luke Harper.

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Eva Marie A Soon To Be Mattel WWE Wrestling Figure!

February 14th, 2014 by Ringside Figures

Love her or hate her, Eva Marie has the WWE Universe and those beyond talking after starring in the E! Television show ‘Total Divas.’ While some wrestling fans question her ability, virtually no one questions her striking looks or her red hair. On an episode of Total Divas, Eva Marie was scanned for a future Mattel WWE action figure by Mattel WWE designers, so the question of her release is not if, but when! Here are a few attires that many fans would see as perfect for a Mattel WWE Eva Marie wrestling figure.

Mattel WWE Eva Marie Figure In White Wrestling Attire!

Eva Marie’s most often seen wrestling attire is a white and black style that is inspired by wrestling singlets, complete with an opening for her two-piece outfit underneath to show through. Her tall black boots and silver and black arm bands set her up for a butt-kicking look. This is the outfit that Eva Marie will most likely appear in as she has appeared numerous times wearing it in a WWE and NXT ring!

Mattel WWE Eva Marie Wrestling Figure in Green Wrestling Attire!

Eva Marie’s green and gold wrestling attire is more in line with the style of other WWE Divas, showing off her mid-section and leaving plenty of room for her to be agile and attack. Here, she takes a selfie to show off her red hair, red lips and ability to look amazing despite good or bad wrestling ability.

Mattel WWE Eva Marie Wrestling FIgure in Red and Black Wrestling Attire!

Eva Marie has appeared numerous times with her ‘friends’ the Bella Twins, taking after their in ring style but no doubt making sure everyone and anyone knows she is an individual. Her red, hiked tights and polka dot top keep the eyes of the WWE Universe locked on her performance and separate her from Brie and Nikki Bella. This is the dark horse choice for a Mattel WWE Eva Marie wrestling figure as it appeared sparsely but was very memorable.

Mattel WWE Eva Marie Wrestling Figure in Total Divas Attire!

An unexpected choice but not an impossibility, Mattel could decide to release an Eva Marie action figure with a dress featured on her hit show Total Divas. This tight, striped dress is just one example of the many styles and wardrobe choices Eva Marie makes on Total Divas, and offering Mattel non-wrestling attires in case wrestling figure fans prefer to leave Eva Marie as a valet instead of an in-ring Superstar. Whatever choice Mattel decides to go with, the first Mattel WWE Eva Marie wrestling action figure will be a hot commodity in more ways than one.

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Christian to Return to WWE Smackdown!

January 30th, 2014 by Ringside Figures

WWE Superstar Christian has been plagued with injuries since his World Heavyweight Championship and Intercontinental Championship runs in the WWE, injuring his shoulder and most recently receiving a concussion at the hands of Randy Orton and a vicious attack by The Shield. Since being absent, however, he has welcomed the birth of a child and taken newfound inspiration from this into his quest for one more match. Time will tell as to what kind of impact his return to the WWE roster will make, but the WWE Universe is eager to find out as he makes his way to Smackdown, some arguably even more eager than they were awaiting the return of Batista.

Mattel WWE Series 36 Christian!

The most recent and insanely accurate Christian featured in Mattel WWE Series 36 has a spot on headsculpt, scruff and blonde hair just like the real Captain Charisma. With green and black ring pants, his outfit pops with color and he’s the perfect basic Mattel WWE figure for those looking to add the Captain to their collection who already haven’t. This will be the figure wrestling figure fans worldwide use to re-enact Christian’s return.

Mattel WWE Rumblers Christian and Sheamus!

Mattel’s now defunct WWE Rumblers set included miniature versions of favorite WWE Superstars and Legends, and Christian is lucky enough to count on both sides of that description. Here, he is featured in modern day attire with Sheamus, teaching the red-headed Irish beast a lesson in respect and learning to earn your place in the WWE and working hard for it. If fans remember his feud with Sheamus, Christian did this by complaining and sneaking his way around defeats to the big brawler. Fans can fondly remember the comedy of Christian’s antics that were a thorn in the side of Sheamus with this Rumblers set.

Mattel WWE Elite 20 Christian!

Mattel WWE Elite 20 saw one of the first Attitude Era flashbacks with this old school style Christian, complete with mesh shirt, yellow ring pants and black boots. This Christian also included sunglasses (a solid yellow and clear yellow variant) that both Edge and Christian made famous during the Attitude Era. Christian is a pioneer of the Tables, Ladders and Chairs match that is now a staple of WWE programming and along with his tag team partner Edge, redefined the ladder match and brought the prestige of the WWE Tag Team Championships to a new level. This figure represents his pique as a 9 time tag team champion and captures one of the true innovators of the duck face. With Christian’s return imminent, his quest for one more match will more than likely be captured. Now all he has to do is capture the WWE World Heavyweight Championship.

To see all available Mattel WWE Christian items click here!

A Man Called Sting…A Mattel WWE Wrestling Figure?!

January 26th, 2014 by Ringside Figures

Around the time of the Road to WrestleMania each year, fans worldwide begin to speculate on the possible appearance of Sting in the WWE. With the expiration of his TNA contract always imminent, the discussion turns to whether or not Sting will work for Vince McMahon and step foot into a WWE ring. Fans especially hope for a fantasy match up of Sting taking on The Undertaker, two figures surrounded by shrouds of mysticism and magic, and two legends in the wrestling business in WCW and WWE respectively.

It would be no surprise that if Sting were to finally step into a WWE ring, wrestling action figure fans would go wild as he would finally receive a Mattel WWE figure. What that Mattel WWE figure could feature gives plenty of options and looks from Sting, who has colorfully maintained a wild appearance his entire career.

Mattel WWE WCW Surfer Sting!

Sting’s early days in WCW saw him sport elaborate jackets, a short, blonde, tight haircut and colorful tights with scorpion designs included on the side. With all different colors including an American style, and the above included orange and blue scheme amongst many, many others, the ‘surfer’ version of Sting and the slow transition into the modern day, darker Sting leaves endless possibilities for a Mattel WWE figure.

Mattel WWE WCW Black and White Sting!

The heroic Sting who hated the nWo and won the WCW World Heavyweight Championship many times dropped from the rafters with amazing black and white face paint and an awesome leather jacket. He was cool, had plenty of different face paint designs and different scorpion shirts and tights, to the possibilities again have few limits. The figure could also come with a baseball bat accessory, a trademark of Sting when facing off with WCW baddies.

Mattel WWE nWo Wolfpac Sting!

To really stick it to nWo black and white (or ‘Hollywood’ as they were sometimes called) Sting joined the nWo Wolfpac, the red and black spin-off gang that were tired of the nWo’s control of WCW and tricks, games and gang-like mentality. Sting maintained his heroic demeanor throughout his time with the group and sported red and black facepaint and red and black tights. This look provided an alternative to his black and white and further cemented Sting as a unique and unmatchable WCW Superstar. He could also include a bat or even a leather jacket styled to the time he was in the Wolfpac.

Mattel WWE Modern Day Sting!

If the stars were to align and by some grace of the universe Sting and the WWE could work out a deal for the legendary Superstar to step into a WWE ring, Sting’s WWE debut could see an entirely new look or something similar to how he has looked for the past decade in TNA. With looks inspired by his WCW days and sometimes with a modern spin (Sting could portray his Joker-inspired persona in WWE) Sting has worn a purple jacket, black tights with all sorts of colors and maintained some perfectly painted designs since wrestling for TNA. His entrance into WWE would certainly bring a new level of possibilities and a Mattel WWE figure could be inspired by his actual WWE debut after WCW’s demise over 12 years ago. Sting coming to WWE would put fans, and especially wrestling figure fans, into an uproar.

To see all Sting items available (and the home for possible future Mattel WWE Sting items) click here!

CM Punk’s Bad Luck – The Number One Entrant in the 2014 Royal Rumble!

January 26th, 2014 by Ringside Figures

CM Punk has had a string of misfortune since returning to the WWE after a loss to The Undertaker at last year’s WWE WrestleMania. He has had run ins with The Shield, The Wyatt Family, and even his boss, Triple H, all trying to suppress his free speaking mind and cause him great harm in the WWE. To add insult to months of injury, Kane, now corporate and no longer any fun, has decided CM Punk would be the perfect first entrant in the Royal Rumble 2014. Punk, weary and war torn, will have his work cut out for him if he wishes to main event WrestleMania.

Mattel WWE Battle Packs 25 CM Punk vs. Undertaker!

CM Punk’s hard hearted, grouchy demeanor came to a head at WrestleMania 29 when he faced off with Undertaker. Claiming he could beat the streak, Punk faced off with The Dead Man and attempted to take away his WrestleMania glory. Immortalized in Mattel WWE Battle Packs 25, CM Punk has black boots, knee pads, trunks with white stars, and a dark and angry, clenched teeth mouth, reminiscent of a Ninja Turtle. The Battle Pack also included an Undertaker figure and an urn accessory, based on the urn CM Punk took from Undertaker that represented his late father, Paul Bearer.

Mattel WWE Slam City CM Punk & The Miz!

CM Punk’s lighter side might be found in the new Mattel WWE Slam City figures. This two pack, including CM Punk, The Miz and a breakable table, has two Slam City style versions of Punk and Miz, both with stretchable, launchable arms. These new figures have fun, wild features to make play more heavily based around tossing your figures around. Perfect for CM Punk trying to cheer himself up after a loss to the Undertaker.

Mattel WWE Super Strikers CM Punk!

With new and improved features, the Mattel WWE Super Strikers feature signature moves related to their Superstars. This CM Punk figure has the perfected ability to administer a Go to Sleep, or GTS! Placing another figure on its shoulders, wrestling figure fans can administer some knees to faces and finish the match. Taking it a step further, this CM Punk figure brings entirely new meaning to the term ‘paper champion’ with the inclusion of a cardboard World Heavyweight Championship.

Mattel WWE Series 36 CM Punk!

The latest Mattel WWE CM Punk, and hopefully his final grouchy and grumpy appearance in the line, finds the Straight Edge Superstar in Mattel WWE Series 36. With black boots, black knee pads and black trunks with orange stars and stripes, this CM Punk figure still has the angry face and still wants to end Undertaker’s streak. Mattel WWE wrestling figure fans can use this CM Punk to take the steps towards enlightenment, moving on to rage against the machine and the authority instead of worrying about supernatural beings he cannot defeat.

It isn’t impossible for CM Punk to last through the entire 2014 Royal Rumble and win to go on to WrestleMania and face the WWE World Heavyweight Champion in the main event, but his work is cut out for him!

To see all available Mattel WWE CM Punk items available click here!

Batista Returns To Enter The 2014 Royal Rumble!

January 26th, 2014 by Ringside Figures

Dave Batista showed up on WWE Monday Night RAW, returning to the WWE and ready to challenge for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship. The Animal was ring ready, putting his attacking skills to work on Alberto Del Rio, delivering the first Batista-Bomb in a WWE ring in nearly 4 years! He also confronted Randy Orton and told him his sights were set on the Viper directly.

: Batista Returns to the WWE in 2014 on RAW!

After making his grand return, the WWE Universe went wild and with no surprise, Batista’s current Mattel WWE offerings became even more popular.

: Batista is in Mattel WWE Series 37!

First up, a classic style Batista in Mattel WWE Series 37. This figure lacks his current tattoos, making him more accurate to the WrestleMania timeframe he is portraying. With an itty bitty chin hair for intimidation factor and strapped boots, this is the best old school offering for the Animal.

: Batista from the Mattel WWE WrestleMania XXX Battle Packs!

Included in a Mattel WWE Battle Pack celebrating WrestleMania XXX, this Batista figure is a modern day version of The Animal. It has silver and black boots and all of his current, updated tattoos based on the last time he was scanned by Mattel. His beard is a bit different than how he appeared on RAW, but it’s very close to how he looked before returning. The Battle Pack also included The Beast Brock Lesnar, pitting The Animal and The Beast against each other for the first time.

Batista is the easy favorite to win the 2014 Royal Rumble, but he has his work cut out for him as 29 other entrants will no doubt want to main event WrestleMania as well. Good luck, Animal! Walk alone…like you always have.

To see all Mattel WWE Batista items available click here!

Mr. Perfect and Curtis Axel FACE OFF!

January 24th, 2014 by Ringside Figures

The late, great Mr. Perfect was known the world around for his perfect demeanor, perfect attitude and perfect executions of athleticism. Wowing fans with incredible skill, tossing a towel from one hand to the other was sometimes all it would take for Curt Hennig to show his greatness. The word ‘Perfect’ in the wrestling world will always be synonymous with Hennig and rightfully so. His son, Curtis Axel, aims to follow in his father’s footsteps, hoping to match some of his dad’s perfect achievements both genetically and socially. Both men are receiving Mattel WWE figures just in time for fans to decide for themselves whether or not Curtis Axel can truly walk along side his dad in a wrestling ring.

Mattel WWE Mr. Perfect Curt Hennig!

Finally making his way into a Mattel WWE series for just the second time, Mr. Perfect sports a yellow and black singlet with white boots and a ‘perfect’ headsculpt. It looks just like him, but it’s up to fans playing with this wrestling figure to perfectly re-enact Mr. Perfect’s Perfectplex. This figure is part of the WrestleMania Heritage Series, so it commemorates Mr. Perfect’s participation in the biggest event of the year.

Mattel WWE Battle Packs 26 Curtis Axel!

Curtis Axel’s only Mattel WWE appearance up to this point had been under the guise of ‘Michael McGillicutty,’ forgotten ex-Nexus member who left WWE with a whimper. Now, in Mattel WWE Battle Packs 26 (included with his boss, Triple H) Curtis Axel tears his way back into the WWE scene. With an adjusted hairline, more accurate body mold and tights reflecting his new name, Curtis Axel is ready to capture the Intercontinental Championship like his father before him and make a unique name for himself.

So who wins out, Mr. Perfect or Curtis Axel? If father and son stepped into the ring together, sparks would no doubt fly but the only way fans can truly know which performer would defeat the other is to re-enact what would no doubt be a classic match themselves with these Mattel WWE wrestling figures.

To see all Mattel WWE Mr. Perfect items click here!

To see all Mattel WWE Curtis Axel items click here!

The Usos Need More Mattel WWE Figures!

January 17th, 2014 by Ringside Figures

On an upswing of excitement, Jimmy and Jey Uso are becoming one of, if not the, hottest tag teams in the WWE. With wild eyed ring entrances and a modern look saluting their heritage and wrestling family life, they are connecting with both fans and the locker room alike, providing a unique couple of ring combatants that are a force to be reckoned with. They have received one Mattel WWE wrestling figure set so far, included in Mattel WWE Battle Packs 11 in red:

Featured with red trunks and tights, this version of the Usos represents their debut in the WWE. They have gained infinitely more personality and been featured on television a great deal more since the release of this set, so more Mattel WWE Uso figures are imminent. Possible designs are plentiful, and the following would make some great ones:

Mattel WWE Usos in Yellow!

The Usos have shown up time and time again with matching yellow ring shorts with blue designs and yellow boots. The greatest detail is the addition of face paint, adding the island feel to the Usos and their ring presence. They are reminiscent of their wrestling relatives and ready to fight with any challengers in this look. The blue outline of the yellow face paint is an even more notable detail.

Mattel WWE Usos in pink and green!

In pink and green, the Usos added a more pastel look to their arsenal of imagery. Sporting pink and green shorts, matching ring boots and face paint, they also wear necklaces to complete their style. Possibly an unexpected look for such a masculine team, but Bret Hart proved time and time again that real men wear pink.

Green and headband-style Mattel WWE Usos!

The Usos have opted for headbands over face paint at times, like this style complete with a green island shorts, orange and green boots and a head band for each. While this doesn’t have the same level of intimidation factor as face paint might for some, it can be argued that it is a more cerebral approach to attacking the tag team division. A possible removable headband would set these figures apart not only from their own, but from other Mattel WWE figures as well.

Updated Mattel WWE Usos in red!

With all their new looks and designs, the Usos have reinvented the classic red that they debuted in. They may already have Mattel WWE figures in red, but updated versions including face paint, matching shorts and new, styled boots would make a perfect addition to any Mattel WWE figure collection.

Whether it’s in the ring with their unique style of heavy hitting, or on the way to a match with their wild dances and crowd interaction, The Usos are a family team that are here to stay in the wrestling business. Mattel has always produced wrestling figures of staple talents, and since the Usos are one of the most featured tag teams of the modern day division, more of their figures are certainly soon to follow.

To see all Mattel WWE items for The Usos available click here!

Triple H Mattel WWE Figures Are What’s Best For Business!

January 16th, 2014 by Ringside Figures

Triple H has become a dictatorial authority figure in the WWE as time goes on and the WWE locker room has a difficult time reaching the top under his power. This fighting against ‘the machine’ is a hot topic amongst wrestling fans and wrestling figure fans alike, who are constantly looking for new ways to re-invent their antagonists while collecting and playing. They can start with these perfect representative Mattel WWE Triple H figures:

Mattel WWE COO Triple H Exclusive!

The Mattel WWE COO Triple H Exclusive figure finds the boss in a suit and tie. He has a friendly smirk, a well articulated suit and his old school pony tail. This figure represents Triple H’s ‘friendly’ authority times, when he was helping the likes of CM Punk and Daniel Bryan instead of fighting against them. With this figure, a savvy wrestling figure fan could pop off the head of this figure and replace it with one of the newer, shorter haired Triple H figures to create a current COO.

The Mattel WWE Series 35 Triple H!

The first short haired Mattel WWE Triple H figure was released in Series 35. With gold, black and white ‘King of Kings’ style trunks and boots, this figure is the most current and a very modern form of Triple H in ring gear, ready to fight and face off with the oncoming WWE locker room. This is exactly what a figure collector looking for a Triple H that is WrestleMania match ready would be happy to find.

Mattel WWE Battle Packs 26 Triple H vs. Curtis Axel!

Taking the Triple H vs. the locker room battle a step further, the Mattel WWE Battle Packs 26 Triple H vs. Curtis Axel includes a pallet accessory and a slightly modified version of the Series 35 Triple H. With his short hair and strong willed sculpt, he will not let the likes of someone like Curtis Axel, featured in his latest Mattel WWE figure and first under the Axel name, have any effect on his authority or power. This is perfect for anyone looking to have a strong, high powered Triple H suppress a WWE Superstar and keep him from causing a problem in his control.

To see all Mattel WWE Triple H items available click here!

Roman Reigns Set To Make An Impact At Royal Rumble 2014?!

January 16th, 2014 by Ringside Figures

Roman Reigns has been the standout, powerhouse member of The Shield for the past few months and he continues to break away from his fellow Shield members as they often run into conflict with each other. They remain a unit as of the posting of this blog, but many WWE wrestling fans speculate that at Royal Rumble 2014, Roman Reigns will have a huge turn in the ring and have to choose between his singles career and his membership in The Shield. Only time will tell if Reigns will go on the offensive, but his sheer size, strength and ability have caused discussion in the wake of the 2014 Royal Rumble. Fans of Roman Reigns have several options in the Mattel WWE world to put him on top when playing with wrestling figures.

Mattel WWE Battle Packs 24 Roman Reigns & Seth Rollins!

Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins both debuted as the first ever Mattel WWE The Shield figures and Reigns figure is spot on. With tattoos placed on his shoulder just in time for release, Mattel was able to turn the figure out in a way that fans would appreciate, finally adding members of the justice serving group to their roster.

Mattel WWE Elite 26 Roman Reigns!

In Mattel WWE Elite 26, Roman Reigns got an entire arm tattoo treatment and extra articulation to give the beastly brawler a more accurate look. With accurate sizing and a molded vest, this version of Reigns came with a barricade to let anyone and everyone re-enact the monstrous spears that Roman Reigns loves to dish out.

Mattel WWE Series 37 Roman Reigns!

Reign’s latest Mattel WWE figure comes in Series 37 with a shouting, open mouthed head sculpt that showcases just how wildly powerful he can get when he is in the ring. With a different style of molded vest, this represents Reign’s first appearance at WrestleMania and embodies his intensity.

Despite his newness, Roman Reigns is an easy dark-horse favorite to make a massive attack at the 2014 Royal Rumble and the question isn’t so much his ability, but whether or not that ability will tear apart his team.

To see all Mattel WWE Roman Reigns items available click here!