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ROB…VAN….DAM has finally arrived in the Mattel WWE Line!

February 27th, 2014 by Ringside Figures

Rob Van Dam made his triumphant return to the WWE at Money in the Bank 2013, only to be ousted by Alberto Del Rio after a failed attempt at capturing the World Heavyweight Championship. The ‘One of a Kind’ Extreme superstar has been in the minds of fans ever since his re-debut as they anxiously await his return to the WWE ring to see where he will decide to place his talents. It’s possible that he could attempt to capture the United States Championship again from Dean Ambrose, settle his unfinished business with Alberto Del Rio or head straight for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship. Either way, the WWE Universe and wrestling figure fans will get to return Rob Van Dam to their wrestling rings much earlier. After years of anticipation, Rob Van Dam’s first Mattel WWE figure has been released and another is on the way.

Mattel WWE Elite 27 Rob Van Dam – his first time in the line!

The Mattel WWE Elite 27 Rob Van Dam has seen the light of day and is in the hands of fans worldwide. With a ‘First Time in the Line’ branding, a steel chair accessory and an incredibly detailed deco, this Rob Van Dam fills the long awaited void. Van Dam’s singlet sports a dragon design in the front and a highly detailed ‘RVD,’ with a yin-yang design on the back an plenty of colors. Fans were worried that the details may not come to fruition but Mattel has put their minds at ease.

Mattel WWE Elite 27 Rob Van Dam with steel chair accessory!

With Elite articulation, fans can re-enact the VanDaminator, the VanTerminator, the Five Star Frog Splash and the Rolling Thunder at their leisure. Tall boots that accurately reflect the real thing and a scruffy look are just added details that fans couldn’t appreciate more. Despite his absence, fans will luckily have not just the now in stock Mattel WWE Elite 27 Rob Van Dam, but the Mattel WWE Series 39 Rob Van Dam on the way.

Mattel WWE Series 39 Rob Van Dam!

The Mattel WWE Series 39 Rob Van Dam is a basic series figure and RVD’s first time amongst the expansive line. With a flaming blue skull singlet design, Mattel decided to portray a style not often seen on Rob Van Dam and seen even less on any previous Rob Van Dam action figures. Wrestling figure fans are treated to a modern look for the Whole F’n Show and can more than likely expect more wrestling figures to come.

In the meantime, when will Rob Van Dam return to the WWE ring? He has stated numerous times that he hopes to be back in the ring ‘soon’ but there is not an appearance or even a chant in his name in sight. Only time will tell and when it does happen, the WWE Universe will have their new Mattel WWE Rob Van Dam action figures in hand.

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Mattel WWE Display at Toy Fair 2014! Mattel WWE Elites, Battle Packs & WWE Series!

February 21st, 2014 by Ringside Figures

Ringside Collectibles was once again present at Toy Fair 2014 to see all the Mattel WWE wrestling action figures on display! With a healthy showcase of Mattel WWE Elites, WWE Series and WWE Battle Packs, fans got a look with Ringside Collectibles at the latest Mattel WWE figures they had to offer.

Mattel WWE Series Display At Toy Fair 2014!

Mattel brought out their latest from Mattel WWE Series 36, Mattel WWE Series 38 and Mattel WWE Series 39, showcasing the vast roster of WWE Superstars they have available on a regular basis. Included in Mattel WWE Series 36, Kaitlyn, Fandango, Big E Langston, Christian, CM Punk and Jack Swagger. Also in WWE Series 38 were Vickie Guerrero, Dolph Ziggler, Chris Jericho, Sheamus, The Miz and Kofi Kingston sporting new, long tights.

Mattel WWE Series 39 Justin Gabriel!

The set that got the WWE wrestling figure universe buzzing came in the form of Mattel WWE Series 39, never before seen and including Christian with a new headsculpt, Rob Van Dam with his first time in WWE Series form, Heath Slater with a new ‘rock band’ style look, Justin Gabriel with his updated look, John Cena and the debut figure of Wyatt Family leader, Bray Wyatt.

Mattel WWE Series 39 Bray Wyatt!

Also on display were the Mattel WWE Elites, including Mattel WWE Elite 26 and Mattel WWE Elite 27. Included in Mattel WWE Elite 26 were Roman Reigns, Ultimate Warrior, Mark Henry, Jack Swagger, ‘Road Dogg’ Jesse James and Big E Langston.

Mattel WWE Elite Display At Toy Fair 2014!

Recently seen by WrestlingFigures.com fans but still a perfect set to wow those who haven’t seen them, Mattel WWE Elite 27 included Rob Van Dam with his first Mattel WWE figure ever and first Mattel WWE Elite, ‘Bad Ass’ Billy Gunn rounding out the New Age Outlaws, Rikishi Fatu with amazing accessories and adding to ‘Attitude Era’ Legends having been released, Undertaker with an updated robe, Kofi Kingston with updated long tights and an amazingly bright, colorful and seductive Mattel WWE Elite Fandango, his first time in the Elite Series.

Mattel WWE Elite 27 Fandango on Display at Toy Fair 2014!

Also on display were Mattel WWE Battle Packs, including Battle Packs Series 26 with The Shield (Dean Ambrose and Seth Rollins), Nikki Bella and Brie Bella (The Bella Twins), and Curtis Axel facing off with The Game, Triple H.

Mattel WWE Battle Packs Display at Toy Fair 2014!

Surprising fans everywhere, however, was the as-yet unseen Mattel WWE Battle Packs 27 including Daniel Bryan and Randy Orton, The Big Show fighting Mark Henry and the now fading Tag Team, Tons of Funk (Brodus Clay and ‘Sweet T’ aka Tensai.) Tensai’s purple hat and smiling, happy demeanor has been an exciting treat for Mattel WWE wrestling figure fans as they enjoy an immortalized version of a happy-go-lucky Tensai who is transitioning to a commentary role for the WWE.

Mattel WWE Battle Packs 27 Brodus Clay and Tensai, Tons of Funk!

Mattel’s WWE display was rounded off with an incredible centerpiece in the Ringside Collectibles Exclusive ECW CM Punk. The ECW CM Punk includes an entirely new head sculpt, an ECW microphone accessory, ECW Championship accessory and X-Ray style CM Punk t-shirt accessory. Fans got their first in person look at the figure on display at Toy Fair 2014.

Mattel WWE Ringside Collectibles Exclusive ECW CM Punk!

Mattel, as always, was nice enough to let Ringside Collectibles film their Mattel WWE wrestling figure display, and you can view that footage here:

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The Dangerous Elimination Chamber and its Mattel WWE Superstar Participants!

February 19th, 2014 by Ringside Figures

The Elimination Chamber 2014 is fast approaching and the WWE Universe is speculating as to which WWE Superstar is going to leave the event with the WWE World Heavyweight Championship. The overwhelmingly dangerous structure was first introduced by Eric Bischoff in 2002 and has been a major WWE spectacle ever since. With pods releasing a new Superstar every few minutes, anything can happen with no disqualification and tons upon tons of cold, hard steel trapping the world’s best wrestlers with no way out other than winning.

The participants include John Cena, Daniel Bryan, Randy Orton (the current WWE World Heavyweight Champion), Christian, Sheamus and Antonio Cesaro (now known simply as ‘Cesaro.’) A combining crop of veteran WWE Superstars and young, hungry competitors make it possible for the WWE Elimination Chamber 2014 match to be incredible. Each competitor featured is a definite Mattel WWE staple, and any wrestling figure fan with the Mattel WWE Elimination Chamber Playset would be able to re-enact the action of the event.

Elimination Chamber Participants Randy Orton and Daniel Bryan in Mattel WWE Battle Packs 27!

Daniel Bryan has been chasing Randy Orton ever since he cashed in his Money in the Bank Briefcase on the American Dragon at Summerslam 2013. After multiple distractions and opposition from The Authority, Daniel Bryan will finally get his chance to face off with Randy Orton again, like in Mattel WWE Battle Packs 27. However, Randy Orton knows the target is easily on his back, so he will have to be extra aggressive during his Elimination Chamber 2014 appearance. This Mattel WWE Battle Pack includes updated looks for both The Apex Predator and the Dazzler, along with the Money in the Bank Briefcase that has proved to be the catalyst for Daniel Bryan’s struggles.

Elimination Chamber Participant Sheamus in Mattel WWE Series 38!

Sheamus is right back in the picture after suffering an injury and disappearing from WWE television for almost 5 months. He has made it clear he is choosing no sides and looks to enter the 2014 Elimination Chamber with power and leave the WWE World Heavyweight Champion. His participation in the event will not surprise many in the WWE Universe and while he has been vocal about his intentions to regain the top spot in the WWE, he has yet to prove himself since returning. His Mattel WWE Series 38 wrestling figure showcases his new gold and silver wrestling attire.

Elimination Chamber Participant Christian in Mattel WWE Series 39!

Christian has lost most of his matches since qualifying to gain entry into the 2014 Elimination Chamber, so he is working off weak momentum and is now only participating in his second match for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship in his WWE career. However, he has been faced with impossible odds before and after proving he will not take sides with any member of the WWE locker room, Christian has the ability to be the surprise winner. In Mattel WWE Series 39, a confident and happier head sculpt on Christian reflects his current mentality as he gives his all because he may not have many more chances to do so.

Elimination Chamber Participant John Cena in Mattel WWE Series 39!

John Cena can be considered an easy favorite to win the WWE World Heavyweight Championship at Elimination Chamber. Having participated in the match numerous times before, he can also benefit from a weakened Randy Orton at the hands of other competitors. John Cena knows how to use all situations to his advantage. He is a Mattel WWE necessity, appearing here in Mattel WWE Series 39 with updated attire. Many of Cena’s fans in the Cenation will fully and completely expect him to win and face of with Batista at WrestleMania XXX, as long as he can survive the Elimination Chamber with no outside interference.

Elimination Chamber Participant Antonio Cesaro in Mattel WWE Series 27!

Antonio Cesaro received his first Mattel WWE figure in WWE Series 27, complete with painted chest hair and painted leg wraps. He will now receive his first WWE World Heavyweight Championship opportunity at the 2014 Elimination Chamber and will have to fend off five other WWE Superstars to prove victorious. He is not a veteran in the WWE, but proves with his brute strength and incredible move set that he is a force to be reckoned with. He is certainly the dark horse participant in the match up and will be a contender for years to come.

The Mattel WWE Elimination Chamber Playset!

The Elimination Chamber has the ability to offer glory to anyone walking out of it victorious and horrible defeat to anyone losing not only their match, but their pride and adding an additional possibility of serious injury. The Mattel WWE Elimination Chamber Playset has the ability to offer a re-enactment of all those emotions for any Mattel WWE wrestling figure collector. With the inclusion of these six participants, the stakes can be raised and the show can be unforgettable.

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CM Punk is BACK to ECW in a Ringside Collectibles Mattel WWE Exclusive!

February 17th, 2014 by Ringside Figures

Mattel WWE ECW CM Punk Exclusive Wrestling Figure in Packaging!

CM Punk has been the topic of intense discussion over the past month as his contract status with WWE and appearances have come into question. Since Royal Rumble 2014, CM Punk is nowhere to be found and fans have constantly speculated as to his whereabouts, status with the WWE and more. Ringside Collectibles can now confirm that CM Punk will still appear in the Mattel WWE Ringside Collectibles Exclusive ECW CM Punk figure! Dedicated to Punk’s meteoric rise to fame beginning with his time served in the ECW brand, this CM Punk directly represents what classic CM Punk means to so many CM Punk fans.

Mattel WWE ECW CM Punk Exclusive Wrestling Figure With Accessories!

With three accessories, the ECW CM Punk comes stylized to be exactly like his ECW days, complete with microphone, ECW Championship and X-Ray T-Shirt. When ECW and CM Punk fans think of his time in the ECW promotion, they think of this figure.

Mattel WWE ECW CM Punk Exclusive Wrestling Figure!

Underneath, CM Punk’s tattoos are accurate to the time frame, showcasing the tattoos that he had on his arms and stomach at the time. Not including too many tattoos, this figure matches CM Punk’s ink perfectly for the ECW brand inclusion.

Mattel WWE ECW CM Punk Exclusive Wrestling Figure ECW Championship Accessory!

Included with the figure is the ECW World Heavyweight Championship as it originally looked when CM Punk carried the title. With amazing detail and dripping red ‘Heavyweight Wrestling’ scribe, the ECW Championship is perfect for any wrestling figure fans looking to take it so old school they have to buy a ticket to a show at the Hammerstein Ballroom.

Mattel WWE ECW CM Punk Exclusive ECW Microphone Accessory!

Also included is a microphone showcasing the ‘modern’ ECW logo with razor-blade design and three famous letters. CM Punk spoke his mind freely in ECW and the sentiments didn’t change as his career grew and his accolades flourished.

Close up of Mattel WWE ECW CM Punk Exclusive Trunks!

On the back of CM Punk’s red trunks are the four letters of his last name. Punk is both his name and the attitude he carries when posed with a yes or no question. CM Punk does not take no for an answer and thinks luck is for losers.

Mattel WWE ECW CM Punk Exclusive Head Sculpt!

CM Punk’s handsome face has now been re-done from his ECW days with perfect detail by the Mattel WWE Design Team. Sporting a smile and accurate piercings, CM Punk’s attitude and demeanor are all present in his new head sculpt.

It remains to be seen whether or not CM Punk will return to the WWE or if he has retired from the wrestling ring together, but fans can now celebrate where it all began with CM Punks ECW Exclusive. Whether they want to make Big Show tap out or produce an ECW brand that the WWE brass couldn’t, wrestling figure fans now have the means with this Mattel WWE ECW CM Punk Ringside Collectibles Exclusive.

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The Future Possibility Of a Mattel WWE Kurt Angle Figure

February 17th, 2014 by Ringside Figures

Kurt Angle is an absolute wrestling legend that no wrestling fan on the planet disputes in any way. After putting on five star matches in both WWE and TNA, as time moves on and injuries pile up, Kurt Angle is closer to retirement than ever before and wrestling fans will no doubt be sad to see the Olympic gold medalist’s career come to an end. But his involvement in the wrestling business will most likely never end as one of the best big mouths in the history of wrestling will always have a place and presence. Kurt Angle has made it clear he feels he will one day wrestle for the WWE once again and the WWE Universe would welcome him with open arms. Mattel WWE wrestling figure fans would be even more excited at the possibility of versions of Kurt Angle wrestling figures from throughout his career.

Mattel WWE Eurocontinental Champion Kurt Angle Wrestling Figure!

Perhaps Kurt Angle’s most popular and well known phase ever came during the WWE ‘Attitude Era’ when he held both the WWE Intercontinental and WWE European championships at once, deeming himself the ‘Eurocontinental Champion.’ Constantly at odds with the WWE Universe, the rest of the locker room and the WWE Champion at the time, Kurt would make it clear that he would stop at nothing to wear all the WWE Championships he could, and they meant as much to him as his Olympic gold medals did. A Mattel WWE figure of this version of Kurt Angle should be most likely a certainty.

Mattel WWE Olympic Gold Medalist Kurt Angle Wrestling Figure With Wig!

Many fans know Kurt Angle for his wrestling ability but many more know him for his comedic, entertaining wrestling chops. When he lost a Hair vs. Hair match to Edge, Kurt Angle refused to let the WWE Universe in on his new haircut. Because of this, he wore an obvious wig underneath wrestling headgear to the ring each week, assuming the WWE Universe would be none the wiser. His attires at the time were beginning to become more colorful, so a Mattel WWE figure including those attires and a removable wig and wrestling headgear accessory may provide exactly the type of unique feature that Mattel WWE wrestling figure fans are used to.

Undisputed and World Heavyweight Champion Mattel WWE Kurt Angle!

Kurt Angle transitioned more into a power wrestling role during his final WWE appearance, capturing World Heavyweight Championship and even Undisputed WWE Championship gold. His American themed singlets and growing physique would prove for a strong, focused Kurt Angle that would seen become one of the faces of the ECW brand before his WWE departure. Many WWE fans remember this unstoppable version of Kurt Angle for bringing an intensity to wrestling that was beginning to be otherwise overlooked.

Modern Day Mattel WWE Kurt Angle Wrestling Figure!

As Kurt Angle hasn’t made a WWE appearance in almost 10 years, his TNA career can be the only thing by which WWE fans can judge and guess what a Mattel WWE figure would look like. Kurt hasn’t missed a beat since leaving the WWE, putting on stellar matches in TNA and continuing to showcase red, white and blue themed outfits that offer a variety for Angle’s personality. A modern day Mattel WWE Kurt Angle wrestling figure would depend on if Angle does in fact participate in a match upon returning to the WWE. He is a future WWE Hall of Famer, no doubt, but having one more match in the WWE remains an unanswered question that will be answered sooner rather than later.

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Sheamus Makes His Way Back to the WWE! His Mattel WWE Figures Never Left!

February 12th, 2014 by Ringside Figures

Sheamus, one of the most popular modern day Superstars, gives a new meaning to the term ‘Fightin’ Irish.’ Hailing from Ireland and having a skin tone and fiery red hair like no other he has impacted the WWE Universe since debuting in 2009 and continues to Brogue Kick his way through any oncoming opponents. After a lengthy injury, he returned to the WWE at the 2014 Royal Rumble, surprising excited fans and reminding them he is in the WWE to stay. Sheamus also has a plethora of Mattel WWE figures available, representing his massive Irish persona at different stages during his career.

Mattel WWE Elite 25 Sheamus!

Sheamus’ latest Mattel WWE Elite figure is in Elite Series 25, complete with Celtic chain, t-shirt and silver color scheme. His smiling face shows just how much he loves to be a WWE Superstar and his extra articulation in the Elite style helps any fan looking to administer Brogue Kicks or Celtic Crosses to their unsuspecting WWE wrestling figures. This is one of Sheamus’ best Elite offerings and cannot be matched in detail with regards to representing the Celtic Warrior.

Mattel WWE Pay Per View 11 Sheamus!

The figure that began the Sheamus craze, this was simultaneously released as one of Sheamus’ first Mattel WWE figures, identical to the only other release at a time when fans wanted Sheamus more than any other Superstar in Mattel WWE figure form. With a new head sculpt and skin tone matching that of the real thing, Sheamus may be easier to find in the current day and age but at one point his figure was a hot commodity, and this version of it is a perfect example of when fans couldn’t get enough.

Mattel WWE WrestleMania XXX Battle Packs Sheamus vs. Ultimate Warrior!

Mattel took it upon themselves to offer Fantasy Match Ups for WrestleMania XXX, and came up with the idea of Sheamus facing off with the Ultimate Warrior. Getting a colorful version of Mr. Warrior is one exciting aspect, but getting a smiling, red and black geared Sheamus is another. Completely ready to face off with one of his all time heroes, Sheamus would certainly give Ultimate Warrior a run for his money as the two brawny, popular Superstars faced off.

Mattel WWE Series 38 Sheamus!

The latest Mattel WWE Sheamus figure in Series 38 is in turn, possibly the most exciting as it has an accurate and on time depiction of how Sheamus looked at his Royal Rumble 2014 return. Wearing the gold and silver trunks, knee pads and wrist wraps, Sheamus is one of the lucky few to have a completely and fully accurate representation of himself upon re-appearing in the WWE. This was due to a timing coincidence by Mattel that fit perfectly with Sheamus’ unfortunate injury. If anything good were to be said about what came of Sheamus’ injury, it would be that his latest Mattel WWE figure is spot on in as many ways as possible.

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OHHH YOU DIDN’T KNOW? Tag Team Champions The New Age Outlaws, Reuniting in Mattel WWE Form!

February 12th, 2014 by Ringside Figures

Just in time for Valentine’s Day as people across the world think of the greatest pairings ever, many WWE Universe members are struck by the partnership of the New Age Outlaws, Road Dogg Jesse James and ‘Bad Ass’ Billy Gunn. After re-capturing the WWE Tag Team Championships following a 15 year absence, the duo, who may or may not be at the beck and call of COO Triple H, are taking the locker room by storm. Aside from a brief appearance on RAW’s 20th Anniversary and a quick entry into the 2013 Royal Rumble by Road Dogg, the New Age Outlaws have been mostly inactive in the ring since disbanding so many years ago. However, they are proving consistently that they still have what it takes to roll with the young superstars they are defending their championships again. Now, they finally have Mattel WWE figures for fans to re-enact their favorite modern day New Age Outlaws moments.

Mattel WWE Elite 26 Road Dogg Jesse James!

The Road Dogg Jesse James blows the roof off of any arena he enters, beckoning the WWE Universe to the ‘Dogg House’ and rhyming his way through a self-introduction to one of the greatest Tag Teams in the history of wrestling. His Mattel WWE figure includes a hat, a D-Generate Road Dogg t-shirt and a classic style D-Generation X t-shirt. With a spot on likeness, pants that bear the D-Generation X style logos that only Road Dogg can pull off, this figure comes ring ready for both classic collections and modern day collections.

Mattel WWE Elite 27 Bad Ass Billy Gunn!Mattel WWE Elite 27 Bad Ass Billy Gunn!

Also entering the Mattel WWE world is the ‘Bad Ass’ Billy Gunn, also affectionately known as ‘Mr. Ass.’ WWE’s resident ass man gets his first figure treatment in over 7 years, throwing back to his original style during the ‘Attitude Era’ but presenting a modern sentiment with interchangable headbands and two separate D-Generation X t-shirts. His trunks bear plenty of lips symbols and his knee pads are marked with ‘BA,’ which can only stand for ‘Bad Ass!’ The green color and white boots are a style choice Billy Gunn has made famous, making mothers everywhere turn their heads as he pulled his shorts down just enough to be inappropriate when entering the ring. His figure will not have this feature, but he is still just as much of a degenerate.

Mattel WWE New Age Outlaws Package Deal!

The New Age Outlaws have finally been immortalized in Mattel WWE plastic, but at what cost? The once happy-go-lucky rebels still maintain their wild personalities but carry out the biddings of the controlling, condescending and downright oppressive COO, their fellow D-Generation X member, Triple H. Could their WWE Tag Team Championship opportunity (they did win fair and square, at least) have come from strings being pulled by their friend in the highest possible place? No one knows except the members of D-Generation X themselves, but seeing how quickly the New Age Outlaws can jump to the defense of their old friend smells a little fishy.

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Could The Ultimate Warrior Be Inducted Into the WWE Hall of Fame?!

December 18th, 2013 by Ringside Figures

The Ultimate Warrior made a surprise appearance to promote his inclusion in the WWE2K14 video game, sparking rumors of the end of a long time feud with Vince McMahon and a return, in some capacity to the WWE. Warrior hopefuls have enjoyed his appearance in the game and a multitude of Mattel WWE action figures in his likeness, but some are holding out for a surprise Royal Rumble entrance or even a WWE Hall of Fame induction.

Ultimate Warrior promoting WWE 2K14!

Ultimate Warrior has had excellent Mattel WWE treatments so far, but here are his most recently featured items, both showcasing colorful outfits:

Ultimate Warrior in Mattel WWE Elite 26!

In Mattel WWE Elite 26, Ultimate Warrior is sporting a singlet designed to look like muscle tissue and some intense yellow, pink and green tassels. This outfit is based directly on his appearance at Summerslam 1992, facing off with ‘Macho Man’ Randy Savage.

Mattel WWE WrestleMania XXX Battle Packs Ultimate Warrior vs. Sheamus!

Ultimate Warrior is paired with a modern day brawler much like himself in Sheamus to commemorate the upcoming celebration of WrestleMania XXX! With a color scheme of orange and yellow, black boots and Warrior symbols abound, this Warrior figure is a no nonsense Basic.

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