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Cleaner shots of the..very pink... divas belt. I don't hate the design, but the pink coloring looks tacky - light blue instead of light pink would work well with this design and wouldn't be as garish-looking (with dark blue or possibly black instead of the dark pink). It would also fit the SD blue/silver color scheme. -
Last edited by JaytheGamefan; 07-04-2008 at 09:56 PM..
Joe Marshall has made their belts for the past ten years - WWE gives him an idea as to what they want, and he makes it. It usually takes him a couple of months to fully craft a belt, although he has been able to turn things around in just a few weeks (like the ECW Title when WWE revived it - they had to use a Figs. Inc. replica until his belt was ready).
Before him, Reggie Parks made their belts, and his designs (the '86-'02 world tag title, winged eagle, '86-'98 IC title) have held up far better over time. He also made belts for WCW and other companies. Both Parks and Marshall sell belts to the public, but Marshall's turnaround time for the general populous is horrid - with people frequently waiting years (even up to half a decade) for a single belt, while Parks gets people their belts in about a year despite being in his '80s now.
Dave Millican's the other prominent belt maker, and he helped craft TNA's TNA-branded titles in '07, and the 3rd and 4th gen IWGP belts along with Rico Mann.
After reading the spoilers that regarded SD as being a poor show, I didn't have high hopes for this week's episode, but I found myself loving it quite a bit. The divas title unveiling was interesting if nothing else, and I dig Natalya's new auburn hair, as it sets her apart from Beth Phoenix and helps her stand out. The laugh doesn't do much for me, but like the new hair color, it helps make her seem unique.
This was a very good show match and storyline-wise, as the U.S. title match was Kennedy's best match in months (and I was happy to see him in the hunt for a title instead of in purgatory against Birchill) and allowed everyone in it to shine in some way (although I was annoyed by the revolving door sunset flip spot, as it led to an extended period of time where the ref didn't count down someone's shoulder's because if he did, it would interrupt the planned spot of a sunset flip breaking up the pin attempt).
Hardy-Morrison was also fantastic, and was greatly aided by J.R. and Mick putting over just how great Morrison is in comparison to legends like Rick Rude and Mr. Perfect, further allowing this match to put him over in a major way despite the loss.
I loved Jeff missing with the whisper in the wind when he telegraphed it, but hitting it out of nowhere. Morrison's Pele kick was fantastic, and unlike when AJ does it, it actually came off as a spontaneous move - I only hope that Morrison doesn't overuse it like AJ, whose overuse of it in the exact same situation every time out kills the "YOU NEVER KNOW WHEN HE'S GONNA HIT IT" aspect of the move. Each man looked strong in this match, and it made me wish that these two were in a major feud over a singles title again, as they once again brought out the best in each other just like they did two years ago (which was brought up a bit on commentary, with it being noted that Morrison was more confident in himself now and had a mean streak, thus making him a bigger threat to Jeff).
Storyline-wise, the Vickie-Edge angle FINALLY went somewhere, and I'm interested in seeing how they blow it off next week. Edge was great at playing a guy losing his marbles, and then, like Monday, he cut a fantastic heel promo that firmly established him as the best heel act in wrestling today. I didn't like the HHH-Edge title match at the Bash being a throwaway announcement (and one that HHH didn't even acknowledge at any time during the show), as it made the title seem like an afterthought.
Edge getting a shot at this belt right after losing his other one really makes this title look second-rate as well, although at least he's only getting this shot because of Vickie, and I guess they'll add another wrestler to the mix now that Edge and Vickie are on the outs, to decrease the chances of Edge winning - which would somewhat explain why they didn't do much to hype the match tonight.
The HHH-MVP segment that started the show was pretty funny (especially HHH's lines about marrying your way to the top in business, him knowing a quaint little Vegas chapel where you don't even need to be conscious to get married, and the bit about MVP needing to be careful with his performance-enhancing outfit, as it might lead to a call and 30 day suspension from Dr. Black).
HHH's digs at the "Power Ranger" attire seemed very out of date, as MVP hasn't had that chant directed at him in a long time, and I'd prefer that thing to remain a relic of the past, as it's something that could easily prevent MVP from being taken seriously as a main event-level act. I wouldn't be surprised if this segment was used to put MVP in the WWE Title match, as Vickie could easily take out three of her biggest rivals in just one match by doing so. It would also be a good way for WWE to test the waters with MVP as a main eventer without putting him in a position to have to carry the buyrate of the show on his shoulders (a death knell for a first-time main event act, especially for a B-level PPV).
I'd also be remiss if I didn't mention that Kozlov hype video - I was happy to see him get one, and hope it helps him get over with the live crowds, as his act is a huge throwback to a bygone era, and is something that WWE will have to be patient about if they want him to get over in any kind of meaningful way.
J.R. and Mick putting the history of the U.S. title over, including J.R. mentioning the first champion being Harley Race (and name dropping Johnny Weaver in a 2008 WWE broadcast in the process), and Mick noting (and J.R. confirming) that Foley's idol Terry Funk held the title helped make that title seem important again.
While they try to do something like this every week by bringing up that Flair and Austin held the belt, it usually comes off as forced because they ALWAYS mention the same few names - here, they changed it up and made it seemed like a genuine attempt to bring up the history of the title.
The reference to Kennedy being a former champ who wanted the belt back did that as well, while Chavo wanted this belt after being accustomed to wearing ECW gold also helped make each participant in the match seem important and worthy of being champion. I also liked Mick bringing up that Shelton was his son's favorite wrestler, as it made Shelton seem like a superstar (while J.R.'s mention of Shelton having to look at the man in the mirror to truly live up to his potential served as a reminder that Shelton's been his own worst enemy at times, like Jeff Hardy, and that his present success could be dashed at any time, so I'm going to enjoy it while it lasts.
This was a very good, effective show that made the two hours just fly by and made me excited about the future of SD - it didn't feel like everything the new roster SD could be, but it was a huge step up from last week's show, which felt like the usual boring SD show, only with a few bigger-name stars than in previous weeks.
Quotes - J.R. - HAPPY BIRTHDAY, AMERICA!
J.R. - I got started in Tulsa, Oklahoma 34 years ago - I know I’m dating myself, but I’m still as excited about stepping into this building now as I was then.
HHH - I watched SD every week when I was on Raw - I’m a big fan of yours, MVP. I like that, what do you call it? Bling! I even dig that Power Ranger outfit - that’s why the kids like you.
MVP - Hey, the stuff I wear is cutting-edge stuff! It’s high tech athletic equipment!
HHH - I know, I read about it in the paper on the Olympic swimming trials - it’s considered a performance enhancer - you better be careful, you might get a call from Dr. Black. That’s 30 days off.
(after video package of Punk title win)HHH - Edge got Punk’d.
MVP - Punk had Edge’s Punk card!
HHH - CM Punk is straight edge’d!
Vickie - EXCUSE ME! I HAVE HEARD ENOUGH!
HHH - Congrats on your upcoming wedding…that fiance of yours is some kinda genius - marrying the boss to get ahead in business - honestly, who thinks up that kinda stuff!? Know what I mean!? I know that weddings can be a lot of pressure, and if the stress is getting to you, you two kids should get in a car and drive to Vegas. I know this great drive-thru in Vegas, it only costs like $40 and you don’t even have to be conscious!
Vickie - There are things that Edge has accomplished… (fans boo)I AM TRYING TO TALK! In his life that you never will do in yours! For instance, he has successfully defended his championship every time he faced Batista (fans boo) and he’s the only man that has defeated and banished the Undertaker from the WWE - YOU WILL NEVER DO THAT!
HHH - That’s true, Vickie, but as I stand here now, I can clearly see there are other things that Edge would do that I would never do!
Vickie - What do you mean by that?
HHH - Nothing, but I’ve seen some of the other girls he’s dated and you’re a big step up!
Vickie - What are you trying to say?
MVP - Vickie, I think he’s trying to say…
Vickie - SHUT UP! CHANGE YOUR TUNE BECAUSE MY FIANCE IS ABOUT TO ARRIVE SOON AND HE IS NOT GONNA BE VERY HAPPY! Hunter, I have some news from you, 2 weeks from Sunday is the Great American Bash - and you will be defending your WWE Championship. At the end of the match, the announcer will say the winner and new WWE CHAMPION, EDGE! Thank you, gentlemen.
Mick - I’d like to clear up something I’d said before - where I said Natalya’s father Jim the Anvil came to a PTA meeting without a shirt, but he started the meeting with one…
Natalya - And took it off during the meeting.
J.R. - Another Warren Cleaver here, folks.
Mick - It’s about time for our SD divas to have their own title.
J.R. - Well, when you’re the top show in the WWE network, you should have your own divas title.
Natalya - Michelle may have a good hold, but she’s not a submission technician from the DUNGEON, Mick.
J.R. - The legendary dungeon.
Micke - You literally grew up hearing screams of misery.
Natalya - Nothing would bring me more joy than to hear Michelle McCool scream.
Mick - Jesse’s bringing out Festus dressed like the guy who takes a lot out of my check each week - Uncle Sam. Thanks, Uncle Sam.
Mick - I saw the World title change hands while sitting at J.R.’s BBQ in Norman, Oklahoma. True story.
J.R. - Of course, you always tell the truth.
J.R. - Nothing pretty or fancy about Festus.
Mick - Or his pants - those are hideous.
J.R. - It looks like he got thrown into a barber pole.
J.R. - EDGE IS WHIPPING FESTUS LIKE A COUNTRY ANIMAL!
J.R. - Edge’s eyes tell a story of mental anguish and torture.
Vickie - Edge, the only fool here is you! I’M STILL YOUR BOSS!
Edge - MY BOSS!? (they glare at each other in a pissed off manner, then Edge leaves)
J.R. - Jeff Hardy coming to SmackDown cements that we are now the NUMBER 1 PROGRAM IN THE WWE!
Mick - I don’t think there’s any doubt about that.
J.R. - There’s a great article in the new WWE Magazine about his recent personal turmoil and how he’s a new Jeff Hardy now.
Mick - I’ve felt before that the only person who could stop Jeff Hardy was Jeff Hardy, but now he’s completely focused.
J.R. -Morrison reminds me of a “Ravishing” Rick Rude, or a great superstar like Mr. Perfect - he’s just so naturally athletic.
Mick - Plus, his abs are so sharp he can grate cheese on them.
J.R. - I can’t relate to that.
Mick - Given how early Morrison wakes up in the Palace of Wisdom, you’ve gotta be pretty sharp to get one over on Morrison, but Hardy did.
J.R. - What is the address of the Palace of Wisdom?
Mick - Well, it’s more a place of mind than an actual place.
Mick - The big difference I see between this Morrison and the one of two years ago is a mean streak.
J.R. - He’s also got more confidence - he’s very confident now inside the ring.
Mick - It pains me to admit this, but his team with the Miz may be the most athletic one I’ve seen in the WWE since the Rockers.
J.R. - WE ARE IN THE MIDST OF AN INCREDIBLE JEFF HARDY-JOHN MORRISON MATCH!
J.R. - PELE KICK FROM MORRISON! YOU TALK ABOUT BREAKING ON THROUGH TO THE OTHER SIDE!
Mick - Somewhere in Brazil, Pele is smiling.
J.R. - There are so many great Samoans in WWE history, from the Wild Samoans to the Rock, but this man may be more athletic than all of them.
Mick - Just over a year ago, I had a chance to face Umaga. There’s only a couple of times I’ve felt overwhelmed, and that was one of those occasions.
(after Umaga mangles Funaki)Mick - Technically this is a win, but it seems to be a warning to potential SmackDown opponents.
Edge - You summoned me, to YOUR office!? YOUR OFFICE, THAT YOU WOULDN’T HAVE IF IT WASN’T FOR ME! BEFORE I CAME BACK, YOU WERE TEDDY LONG’S LAPDOG! I’M THE REAL GENERAL MANAGER OF SMACKDOWN!
Vickie - It’s all about you, isn’t it, BABY!? Do you realize that I’m confined to this wheelchair for the rest of my life because of you!?
Edge - SHUT! UP! DON’T SPEAK TO ME IN THAT GIBBERISH, YOU SPEAK TO ME IN ENGLISH!
Vickie - GEETTTTTTT OUUUTTTTTT! (Edge gets locked out)
Edge - Vickie, it’s me. The door’s locked. VICKIE, OPEN UP! OPEN UP! DAMN IT!
Mick - Kennedy’s a man who bleeds SmackDown blue - he told me he finally feels like he’s home.
Kennedy - Ladies and gentlemen, I MAY HAIL FROM GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN, BUT TONIGHT I COME HOME!
Mick - See?
Kenndy - And you just happen to be looking at the next UNITED STATES CHAMPION, MR. EKKENNEDY! KENNEDY!
J.R. - Kennedy, a former U.S. champion, wants the gold back around his waist.
Mick - Shelton is my oldest son Dewey’s favorite wrestler - he’s a big Shelton fan.
J.R. - Chavo, the grandson of the late, great Gory Guerrero.
J.R. - Matt Hardy continuing the legacy of the U.S. Title, which started when Harley Race beat Johnny Weaver on January 1st, 1975.
Mick - I believe my hero and mentor was U.S. champion, is that true?
J.R. - Yes it is.
J.R. - I wonder where Chavo stands in this issue with our GM and Edge.
Mick - Kennedy views SmackDown as a place where he can show off his skills on a weekly basis.
J.R. - Mick, have you ever been in a fatal four way?
Mick - Yes, I have - I lost one at last year’s Night of Champions, to John Cena.
Mick - This is kinda like John McCain sitting back and letting Obama and Clinton damage each other during the Democratic primary.
Mick - Some think that Shelton is the next big breakout superstar.
J.R. - He’s got the tools, but it’s up to the man he sees in the mirror to make use of them and live up to his potential.
J.R. - Matt Hardy retains the prestigious United States championship!
Edge - THIS WILL BE MY FIRST AND LAST PUBLIC STATEMENT ABOUT WHAT HAPPENED TO ME ON RAW! I WAS THE VICTIM OF 2 COWARDLY ATTACKS - FIRST BY BATISTA, AND THE SECOND BY CM PUNK! The latter of which cost me my, MY, world heavyweight championship! It was a cowardly attack! It wasn’t even a match, it should’ve have happened…I WAS A VICTIM! IT WASN’T FAIR TO ME AT ALL! The only solace I have is that I won’t be without gold for very long, because at the Bash, I will beat HHH and will be YOUR WWE CHAMPION FOR A THIRD TIME! But with that being said, this has been the most difficult week of my life professionally and personally. From the moment I walked in here tonight, I felt disrespect from all of you, I’ve had no support from anyone! Hawkins and Ryder, who I took from nothing, who I gave everything to, they should be doing everything in their power to make me happy and they’ve done nothing! You’ve all done nothing! I STAND OUT HERE AN ISLAND UNTO MYSELF, A SOLITARY FIIGURE! THAT’S FINE! I’LL BATTLE THROUGH THIS BECAUSE THAT’S WHY I DO, I BATTLE, I STRUGGLE, AND THAT’S WHY NONE OF YOU LIKE ME, BECAUSE I HAVE ALL THE ATTRIBUTES NONE OF YOU HAVE! I HAVEN’T EVEN RECEIVED THE SUPPORT OF THE PERSON WHO SHOULD BE STANDING BY ME MORE THAN ANYONE ELSE - MY FIANCE, VICKIE GUERRERO! SHE SHOULD BE HERE FOR ME MORE THAN ANYONE, BUT SHE LOCKS ME OUT OF HER OFFICE! That should really tell you all there is to know about Vickie, but I’ve got a few secrets…
Vickie (who walks out on her own) - WHAT DO YOU THINK YOU’RE DOING!? WHY ARE YOU MAKING ALL OF THIS PUBLIC!? THESE PEOPLE DON’T DESERVE TO HEAR ABOUT OUR PRIVATE LIFE!? BECAUSE YOU LOST THE TITLE!? HAVE YOU LOST YOUR MIND!? I DON’T UNDERSTAND WHAT YOU’RE THINKING!? WHAT YOU’RE TRYING TO DO!? WHAT ARE YOU DOING!?
Edge - What am I doing? Really good question. (Edge walks out, towards Vickie) I have one last public statement to make - THE WEDDING IS OFF!
Vickie - NOOOOO!!! AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH! NOOOOOOOOOO! NOOOOOOO!
Screens -
Mick shills J.R.'s BBQ.
Edge sucks...Mr. Kennedy...
Last edited by JaytheGamefan; 07-05-2008 at 03:17 AM..
That thing is a monstrosity. Who the hell are they letting make these title belts?
And this.
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Originally Posted by CouRageouS
A butterfly. I like how they based it on the most popular tramp stamp tat. I hope HHH's belt turns into a sledgehammer soon.
This too.
I would feel embarrassed if I had to wear that turd. I can only assume this is just another step in ridding WWE of anything pro-wrestling ('cause WWE Creative hates the word).
As a mouth piece maybe, but match-wise Edge's worst is still better than JBL's best.
JBL is solid on the mic, and made for a great heel commentator. In the ring, he wishes he were one-tenth as good as Stan Hansen. Stan Hansen's worst is still much better than JBL's best.
As for Edge, his in-ring work is far superior to JBL's. And really, Edge isn't too far behind JBL as a heel personality.
JBL is solid on the mic, and made for a great heel commentator. In the ring, he wishes he were one-tenth as good as Stan Hansen. Stan Hansen's worst is still much better than JBL's best.
As for Edge, his in-ring work is far superior to JBL's. And really, Edge isn't too far behind JBL as a heel personality.
JBL's not too bad in small doses in the ring. It's just that after about 8-10 minutes he's completely blown and the match is pretty much on the shoulders of his opponent.
is that thing!?!?!?!
-Jak II
-Bones season 3
A butterfly. I like how they based it on the most popular tramp stamp tat. I hope HHH's belt turns into a sledgehammer soon.
NBA 2k10, 
