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<p>Anyone still having any issues with WWE Network on 360?</p><p> </p><p> I got an email today to say it's running, and indeed, I can login. However, I still can't play content and just get told the WWE server is not available and try later as well as check xbox.com/status. I've checked there and it says everything is fine.</p><p> </p><p> A lot of content also doesn't show. Am I wrong in thinking last nights RAW should be available? Or is available 24 hours after the show has aired?</p><p> </p><p> Additionally, I wanted to watch some classic Summerslam and Wrestlemania but it only shows the events for 2013; nothing archived before that.</p><p> </p><p> Could it be due to me being outside of the US (despite going through a VPN and having a US Gamertag?)</p>

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="TNAfan123" data-cite="TNAfan123" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="25170" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>I've honestly liked TNA more over the last 2-3 months more than I've liked wrestling of any kind in some time. The last 2-3 weeks have just been great though, so much that I've stayed away from spoilers.<p> </p><p> The build of new stars is going great in TNA and something WWE really needs to take note of, I actually care enough about the characters to watch and enjoy their matches, while I can't even watch WWE any more it's beyond boring.</p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> WWE are not building stars? Are you kidding? </p><p> </p><p> Roman Reigns, Seth Rolling, Dean Ambrose, Bray Wyatt, Luke Harper, Cesaro, Big E.</p><p> </p><p> They still have some slight issues with giving part-timers the spotlight over their new blood but thats what they think will earn them money. With the launch of the WWE Network, they'll no longer feel it necessary to use old stars to pull the ratings in.</p>

<p>Finally sorted my access out from the UK using Unblock-us. I was hoping to have access via my 360 but it seems I'm plagued by some issues that others encounter and am told my details are not correct when I login (even though they are) so I guess I'll just have to work.</p><p> </p><p> I watched WrestleMania I on my laptop this morning and it was mostly fine. Had a few tiny little bits of lag / skipping but it didn't cause too much of a problem for me. I also watched Taz vs Bam Bam in ECW. Don't recall the event, or year, but it was pretty good.</p>

It would also be great to see Kane turn on The Authority and for him & Bray Wyatt to reveal it was all part of their plan. The more I think about it, the more I hope this will be the start of a Wyatt's / Bryan / Kane vs The Authority storyline.

Would love to see the storyline go this way and Bryan be a legit member of the Wyatt's who have his back and make sure he isn't getting screwed over etc.

Hardly. For me, it seems like an effort to help get the Wyatt's more over. They'll gain some major heat while the fans will continue to get behind Bryan, clamouring for him to find his way and finally overcome the Wyatt's.

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="Russelrules44" data-cite="Russelrules44" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="25169" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>The Perfect Dream WrestleMania for me would be....<p> </p><p> CM Punk vs Stone Cold Steve Austin</p><p> </p><p> The Undertaker vs Sting (Streak vs Career)</p><p> </p><p> Daniel Bryan vs Triple H for the WWE Championship.</p><p> </p><p> Cody Rhodes vs Goldust for the WhC (Rhodes playing the face, Goldust playing the heel.)</p><p> </p><p> The Shield vs John Cena, Randy Orton and Dolph Ziggler (And if The Shield loses, they dissolve........HOWEVER, If The Shield wins and John Cena is pinned, he will be FORCED to join the Shield.)</p><p> </p><p> Ryback vs Goldberg (just so Ryback can have his WrestleMania moment)</p><p> </p><p> The Kings of Wrestling vs The New Real Americans (Jack Swagger and Justin Gabriel)</p><p> </p><p> Wade Barrett vs Sheamus</p><p> </p><p> Kaitlyn vs A.J Lee vs Natalya for the Divas title.</p><p> </p><p> Antonio Cesaro vs Wade Barrett to unify the U.S and Intercontiental championships.</p><p> </p><p> Pre-Show: 30 Man Battle Royal- Alberto Del Rio, Alex Riley, Big E., Fandango, Curtis Axel, William Regal, Yoshi Tatsu, (if he's around by then) The Wyatt Family (now with Kane), Santino Marella, Zack Ryder, The Great Khali, Drew McIntyre, Heath Slater, Jinder Mahal, Mason Ryan, Evan Bourne, R-Truth, Vince McMahon, Brad Maddox, David Otunga, Kofi Kingston, Christian, Adrian Neville, Bo Dallas, Richie Steamboat, Sin Cara and Rey Mysterio.</p><p> </p><p> Now some of them might be a little overbearing, but if so, I understand. Not everyone will like these kinds of matches.</p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> Would be a pretty good WrestleMania but I do have a bit of feedback I'd like to share...</p><p> </p><p> <strong>The Shield vs Cena, Orton & Ziggler </strong>- I wouldn't be too keen on this myself. It would require an Orton face turn and he's not long turned heel. Plus, despite how over he was, he completely sucked balls as a face IMO.</p><p> </p><p> I also wouldn't be sold on the idea of Cena having to join The Shield. The already did this kind of thing with Nexus.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>The Kings of Wrestling vs The New Real Americans</strong> - Not sure fans would buy into Justin Gabriel being a "Real American" seeing as he's South African <img alt=":p" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/tongue.png.ceb643b2956793497cef30b0e944be28.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p> </p><p> But, outside of the workers who are pulling double-duty, it looks good.</p><p> </p><p> I'd LOVE to see a 'Taker vs Sting match. I know Sting is like 54 (?) but he could still put on a great match with 'Taker. When Sting does decide to hang his boots up I hope he decides that he wants his WrestleMania moment and has his final ever match against 'Taker. Of course, he wouldn't be the one to end the streak but it'd be a great spectacle.</p><p> </p><p> Punk / Austin would also be magnificent. Punk can make anyone look good and again, it'd be such a fantastic spectacle to see these 2 icons from different generations. </p><p> </p><p> Goldberg / Ryback might suck, but, I'd really like to see it <img alt=":D" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/biggrin.png.929299b4c121f473b0026f3d6e74d189.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p>

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="Andy_Kobain" data-cite="Andy_Kobain" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="25169" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Completely out of topic (I really didn't know where to put this question, but cause its related to RAW), somebody has the exact date when Vince Russo was promoted as the head writer for RAW? I know is somewhere between 97, cause before he was on the magazine or in the committee.<p> </p><p> I really want to know what was the first RAW that he wrote.</p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> Doesn't seem too clear cut but found this which has some opinions on it:</p><p> </p><p> <a href="http://forums.thesmartmarks.com/lofiversion/index.php?t78184.html" rel="external nofollow">http://forums.thesmartmarks.com/lofiversion/index.php?t78184.html</a></p>

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="bigtplaystew" data-cite="bigtplaystew" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="25169" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>We talked about this after the show. Just going crazy with an insane speculation that probably won't happen. But it would make sense. Now that factions/stables are making a bit of a comeback again and all. A faction to keep the order of the "old ways". People who respect the pecking order, etc. Who would the two young heels be?<p> </p><p> Maybe I'm just all caught up in the "let's crush children's souls" booking theme of Summerslam, But a Zack Ryder heel turn would be awesome for him, if they decided that. Going with Evolution would be kind of ironic too, so I'm thinking that's the way to go.</p><p> </p><p> Who else? Maybe a returning Ted DeBiasi? Maybe a Brodus Clay or Big E for the muscle?</p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> It'd be interesting to see what they could do with a heel Ryder. If Cessaro wasn't busy teaming with Swagger he'd be great, too. </p><p> </p><p> As for the muscle, then yeah, Big E would fit the bill perfectly. If Ziggler is moving onto the World Title he's also free. Not sure what AJ would do, mind.</p>

<p>Read the results and it sounds like an insanely good PPV. Can't wait to watch tonight.</p><p> </p><p> As much as I'm glad that Triple H & Randy Orton have turned heel, I really hope they address their beef from a few years back; it was pretty intense and not something you just forget. We'll see.</p><p> </p><p> Moving forward, does anyone see a new version of Evolution forming with Triple H taking on a Ric Flair role, Randy Orton representing the present and then some other guys representing the future the way Orton & Batista did? </p><p> </p><p> Personally, I don't see it happening like that but if was fantasy booking in TEW then I'd totally do it. The guys I'd have representing the future would be The Shield. That would be an awesome group and a dominant incarnation of Evolution.</p>

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="The Lloyd" data-cite="The Lloyd" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="34905" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Any good to ya...?<p> </p><p> <span>http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/q735/bazzalloyd86/Requests/BigCatBrandon_zps20b5bf4d.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> <span>http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/q735/bazzalloyd86/Requests/EnforcerRoberts-4_zpsc3d05406.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> I'll have a go at the 'Big Cat' face paint, but it may be a little out of my skills range "/</p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> Never got round to saying thanks for these, so, thanks <img alt=":D" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/biggrin.png.929299b4c121f473b0026f3d6e74d189.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p>

A few basic requests: Is it possible to get the below Brandon James in a suit & shades? And another with him wearing his "Big Cat" face paint? http://i1005.photobucket.com/albums/af173/ewanite/BigCatBrandon_zps4e1423db.jpg Is it possible to get this Enforcer Roberts in a suit: http://i1005.photobucket.com/albums/af173/ewanite/EnforcerRoberts-4_zps5906957d.jpg

I like to think WWE are actually being really smart with Cena. It's like they're pushing Cena as a mega-face intentionally 'cos they know it'll generate heel heat. However, they don't have to worry about impacting merch sales because he hasn't done anything that are going to make the kids or women hate him.

When do Wrestlemania 30 tickets go on sale? Looking at the possibility of trying to make it next year. Also, anyone have any idea how much it'd cost in £££'s for decent seats?

Sheamus, Orton & Show vs The Shield - Enjoyed this a lot and was glad The Shield picked up the win. Was also pretty happy the Big Show knocked Sheamus & Orton out after the match. I don't think Show works as a face; he's best as a big, nasty heel. Ryback vs Mark Henry - The pacing of this match was terrible but as to be expected from these two. I don't understand why they had Mark Henry win this one when they clearly wanted to keep Ryback strong (as per the post-match Shellshock) Why not justh have Ryback hit the Shellshock and win the match? It made no sense to me. Hell No vs Dolph & Big E - I called a win for Dolph & Big E here so was surprised. With the loss, I fully expected a Dolph cash-in later in the night. This was a fun match and the crowd at the end were great. Bryan & Kane are mad-over. Jericho vs Fandango - Loved this. I really hate Fandango but in a good way. The finish was...odd, but, it was good to see Fandango get an historic win. I expect this feud to continue. Del Rio vs Swagger - Enjoyed this more than I thought I would. The build-up for this one was stellar but I hope Del Rio moves onto something else now. They should've used this show to have Cesaro move up the card. I think a Del Rio / Cesaro feud would be epic. 'Taker vs Punk - Match of the night but not as good as the HBK encounters. Going into this, I expected The Streak to continue but felt that Punk was a legit threat. It had me on the edge of my seat on a few occasions. Triple H vs Lesnar - Wow, how dead were the crowd for this one? They should have threw in the Tons of Funk / Rhodes Scollars match here to cool everyone down. Despite the dead crowd, I enjoyed this. Lesnar still looked strong with how Triple H had to beat him. Cena vs Rock - Bitterly disappointed with this. Only the last 5 or 10 minutes entertained me and I was desperately praying for a Cena turn. He's so stale now; they need to do something.

WWE Championship: The Rock vs. John Cena The Undertaker vs. CM Punk Brock Lesnar vs. Triple H The Shield vs. Big Show, Randy Orton and Sheamus World Heavyweight Championship: Alberto Del Rio vs. Jack Swagger Ryback vs. Mark Henry Chris Jericho vs. Fandango Tag Team Championship: Hell No vs. Zig-E & AJ Tons of Funk vs Rhodes Scholars Intercontinental Championship: Miz vs. Barrett I think a Ziggler cash-in is a strong possibility but isn't a guarantee. I like Fandango. I want to hate him but I just can't. He's pretty intense despite is terribly corny gimmick. Have loved his cowardly attacks on Jericho. Expecting on Orton heel turn, or, the start of it. The Streak won't end, especially as Punk is taking time off after 'Mania (apparantely?) If he was to end it, he'd need to stick around to gloat about it. I'd like to see Cena totally lose it against The Rock, get DQ'd and complete a heel turn. Doubt this will happen, though.

So, I've been writing out my own little diary in my SWF game. It may see the light of day...someday...when Eisen-Verse ends his awesome, awesome SWF diary. I'd be interested to hear what others think of my writing style so here's a little snippet..... The scene - Gilmore has just for the 2nd week running thanks to (seemingly) Eric Eisen. In both matches, Eisen's music has played and Gilmore has turned his attention to the entrance ramp. The momentary lapse in focus results in Gilmore losing his match both times. Gilmore exits the ring, rage personified. He walks furiously up the entrance ramp, shouting and cursing his way towards the Supreme Gate. The cameras follow Gilmore backstage, where, it becomes evident he's looking for Eric Eisen: Gilmore: Eisen, you son of a bitch, I'm gonna rip you're head off. Gilmore continues his search as staff members and other wrestlers look on and make sure they don't get in his way. Gilmore throws open doors to dressing rooms, hoping to find Eisen hiding away but he has no such luck. He does come across Lobster Warrior polishing his huge metal claws, but no sign of Eisen. Gilmore makes his way towards the exit which leads to the parking lot. He stops and looks around, screaming Eisen's name. Suddenly, out of nowhere, a car screeches towards Gilmore, who sees the car at the last minute. He tries to get out of the way but the car, which makes no effort to avoid him, hits Gilmore. He hits the hood of the car and smashes into the windscreen before hitting the cold, concrete floor. [Peter Michaels] My God!! Somebody just ran down Tom Gilmore! We need medics back there, he's not moving! [Duane Fry] This is bad, Peter. Gilmore's bleeding; it looks like his head may have smashed off the windscreen [Jerry Eisen] What a horrible accident!! [Peter Michaels] God damn it, Jerry. You think this was an accident? This has Eric Eisen written all over it! Medics flood the backstage area, carefully securing Gilmore's neck in a brace as an ambulance pulls in from the parking lot. The medics carefully strap Gilmore, whoss still motionless, onto a stretcher before loading him into the back of the ambulance. Sirens blaring, the ambulance takes off into the night. [Peter Michaels] Ladies & gentlemen, if you're just joining us, Tom Gilmore has has been hit by a car and is on his way to the local hospital. We can only hope and pray that he's okay. [Duane Fry] Gilmore is one of the toughest men over to have set foot in the Land of Supreme, but I gotta be honest, this looks bad. [Jerry Eisen] You have to wonder; who on earth was driving that car? What a horrible accident. [Peter Michaels] I've said it once and I'll say it again, Jerry; this is no accident. Eric Eisen goaded Gilmore backstage; this is a god damn setup!!!

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="EdJames" data-cite="EdJames" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="34905" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Here's a few alts for you.<p> </p><p> <span>http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v677/EdJames/MatthewKeith_alt1_zpsee9c3315.jpg</span><span>http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v677/EdJames/MatthewKeith_alt2_zpsd7150ce2.jpg</span><span>http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v677/EdJames/MatthewKeith_alt3_zps8c1aa963.jpg</span><span>http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v677/EdJames/MatthewKeith_alt5_zpsc0f24d66.jpg</span><span>http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v677/EdJames/MatthewKeith_alt4_zps4e2cb320.jpg</span><span>http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v677/EdJames/MatthewKeith_alt6_zpsa1bcfce8.jpg</span></p><p> </p><p> In my game I'd had Keith die his hair darker to differentiate himself from his brother Greg Gauge who was also on the roster.</p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> Amazing indeed. Two things:</p><p> </p><p> 1) Do you have them without the jacket?</p><p> 2) Have you done anything similar with Greg?</p>

Have there been any good re-renders of James 'Mainstream' Hernandez??

Perfect! Thank you.

Maybe just plainer shades & bandanna? Both just black?

Sorry man, of course, I'm very appreciative of your efforts. Hence the "looks good" and big smiley face

Looks good Any other variations on the bandanna and shades?

Can somebody makeover this Atlas render... http://i757.photobucket.com/albums/xx212/Cverse_Rerender/jtlant/Atlas.jpg Want to re-package him in USPW as 'Big Dog' Josh Nash again. I was thinking bandanna, stubble (or a goatee) shades etc.

Thanks! Seriously, great idea! Got a USPW game going and now plan to push Jack Vegas to the moon.