This week AI decided to write our notes for this week again. So here it is
John Cena Figure Collecting Discussion
Jefry and Scott discussed their favorite John Cena figures, with Jefry highlighting the Unmatched Fury as his top pick from Jacks and a Mattel prototype figure as his favorite from Mattel. Scott shared that his favorite Mattel Cena figure is the Ultimate Edition from ECW's One Night Stand 2006, while also mentioning the WrestleMania 41 Cena figure as one of his most valuable. They agreed that Cena has been a key figure in the Mattel WWE line.
Wrestling Figures and Sales Updates
Jefry and Scott discussed the fluctuating prices of wrestling figures and encouraged playing the long game for better deals. They highlighted the upcoming Black Friday 3.0 sales at RSC and recommended checking shipping dates for gift orders. Scott shared that independent manufacturers are switching to boat shipping due to rising costs, doubling delivery times. They also reviewed the new Adrian Adonis figures from Title Run Toys, including three variants: a Series 2 version, a leg warmer variant, and a biker Adonis edition. Scott expressed a desire for an Ultimate Edition Adrian Adonis figure in Mattel's Coliseum Collection.
Latoonie Figures Quality Discussion
Jefry and Scott discussed the prototype pictures of Latoonie Demolition figures, which they found disappointing due to poor face painting and overall quality. Despite this, they expressed hope that the final product would be better and gave Latoonie the benefit of the doubt, acknowledging their unique approach in the crowded wrestling figure market. They also defended Latoonie’s retro figures, praising their creativity and quality, while agreeing that Power Town figures were universally poor.
Saturday Night Slammasters DiscussionJefry and Scott discussed the video game Saturday Night Slammasters, which was released in 1993 for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System. Scott shared his positive memories of playing the arcade version and later the home port, praising its user-friendly gameplay and colorful characters. They explored the game's connections to other Capcom titles like Final Fight and Street Fighter, noting how characters and elements were recycled across games. Jefry mentioned that Saturday Night Slammasters is often ranked as the best wrestling game for the SNES, though Scott expressed a personal preference for Royal Rumble. They briefly touched on the game's sequel, Ring of Destruction Slammasters 2, and its updated version, Muscle Bomber Duo Ultimate Team Battle.
Saturday Slammasters Character AnalysisThe discussion focused on the game Saturday Slammasters, where Jefry and Scott shared insights about its characters, gameplay, and reception. They discussed the roster of 10 wrestlers, including Biff Slambukovich, Gunlock, Titan, and the final boss Scorpion, noting character connections to Street Fighter and differences between the Japanese and English versions. Scott highlighted the game's difficulty and the fun of multiplayer matches, while Jefry provided details on the game's reception, including reviews from various publications.
Saturday Night Slammasters NostalgiaJefry and Scott discussed their fond memories of playing the wrestling game Saturday Night Slammasters on the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES), which they both rated highly. They compared it favorably to the Genesis version.. Scott shared nostalgic memories of playing the game with friends in a crowded room with a small TV. They briefly discussed the value of rare SNES game cartridges on eBay, including an overseas version that sold for a significant amount. Scott expressed that he would never sell his copy of the game due to the memories associated with it. They agreed to continue selecting good games for their discussions in the coming weeks.
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