WWE GANG WARFARE

Factions are beginning to pick up some steam in the WWE again. The Shield and The Wyatt Family are white hot, and just getting started. There were rumors of The Shield splitting up, and could still happen in the future or the WWE has seen an opportunity to add a little gang warfare to the mix of things for awhile. With the short lived Corporate Attitude (Corporate Kane and the Corporate Outlaws) and now the rebirth of Evolution (minus Ric Flair seemingly) it seems they are, at least until Extreme Rules. Can't blame them really given the success of The Wyatt's squaring off against The Shield. An angle that was over with the crowd, with them all slowly getting into the ring, and not even throwing a punch until they squared off a few weeks later.

With quite a full roster, that now includes a NXT roster as well as the developmental/training facility recently established, it wouldn't be far fetched to see other factions or trios emerge. A new group, or a returning group, or a mixture of the two, not too hard to envision. Even the recent resurgence of the "Attitude Era" adds to the wonder (despite of The Streak ending). Here's some example of possible choices...

Legacy

Triple H is eventually returning to a part-time in ring career while Batista returns to Hollywood for a bit. This leaves Randy Orton all alone. True he could venture back into a solo run, but again with the current success of trios and factions, why not bring back Legacy? Or an updated version with Orton as the usual center piece, Cody Rhodes after turning on his brother, and then possibly Curtis Axel after he gets out of that ridiculous tag-team with Ryback. Even Bo Dallas could join Legacy if the current Bo-lieve gimmick tanks.

L.W.O. (Latino World Order)

Okay perhaps a better name than the n.W.o. spin-off from the good old WCW days. Alberto Del Rio of course would be the leader of this squad being the man with the money. Who to surround him with is a bit harder to decide. Would love to see a Rey Mysterio heel turn, but likely not going to ever happen. So, perhaps a heel turn for Los Matadores (also perhaps matching lucha libre masks). Del Rio has done everything else so far as a heel, and is limited as it seems to be able to go face, so perhaps building a group around him would add a freshness to the character.

The Job Squad

Although unaware of the outcome of house show matches, on television however, certain wrestlers are coming across as a new age jabroni or enhancement wrestler. Nothing against them, it is just that the WWE has presented them this way as of late. Even top guys like The Miz and Dolph Ziggler find themselves sliding down the proverbial ladder. Strong work ethics and fan bases have stopped them from falling off the radar completely. So why not group them together and have not only great matches, but also possibly some great promos that are in a worked shoot type manner. The Miz, Zack Ryder and Dolph Ziggler. Or any of your favorite wrestlers who've received the jobber treatment as of late or whole WWE careers. There is another key name that could fit here but he's being saved for this...

The Nation Of Domination

Kofi Kingston needs this. Or something in the ballpark of this idea. Kofi is an unbelievably talented performer, but has been relegated to being the dreadlocks version of Shelton Benjamin. Why choose The Nation or something similar? Remember what this format did for Rocky Maivia, or The Rock as we now know him thanks to that. With Kofi Kingston we will include Big E as he still needs more mic work, and this could provide a platform to allow him to find his niche. Plus his singlet very reminiscent of The Nation wardrobe. Then we add the Worlds Strongest Man, Mark Henry. Similar to giving us The Rock, The Nation introduced us more to Henry. And at the tail end of his career, what better way to go out then to help launch the next generation of The Nation Of Domination.

Nexus

Perhaps not a direct rip-off of the sudden impact squad that had consisted of WWE rookies that included Daniel Bryan, Wade Barrett, and Husky Harris (aka Bray Wyatt), and others. With NXT being relatively successful, as well as the launching pad to the main roster, why not have a NXT trio or faction enter the gang warfare brewing in WWE.

3MB

Don't laugh, this could have worked, and still can. Heath Slater was a part of Nexus and wasn't the "weak link" in the crew. Plus, he likely couldn't fit any other role, plus he is quite capable in the ring. As is the very talents, but under utilizes Drew McIntyre. He has been pretty much buried since being Vince McMahon's handpicked "guy". He truly looks the part and makes a perfect fit into this group and their gimmick. That is also why he would move to the front man position in the trio, while Slater takes lead guitar so to speak. Jinder Mahal would either need to make himself a better fit as he stands out. It is easy to tell he's not believing in the role, and his mic work comes off as very awkward. Perhaps a chance for someone like Curt Hawkins to make his presence known. regardless, a more serious tone and this group could enter the war and come out looking like Rock Stars. If Y2J wasn't at the part-time phase of his career, this would have been the perfect faction platform for the Ayatollah Of Rock And Rollah!

Add Divas

Slow down, don't get ahead of yourself. Only select ladies, and only for short times. Tamina Snuka looks like she could a perfect member of The Shield if the WWE went this route. Natalya Neidhart often mentions her families Legacy. Come on, the division could use something big, plus it is better than the possible couples war that is available. Daniel Bryan & Brie Bella, John Cena & Nikki Bella, Jimmy Uso & Naomi, amongst others. Even CM Punk & AJ Lee are together. All those big names, it wouldn't be to hard to envision happening at some point.


Why possibly expand or keep factions around? Can you say War Games? Vince McMahon may have shot down the idea all of these years, but Triple H is almost a mark in sense that he watched the same wrestling we did, and also keeps his eyes and ears on social media. So it could happen in the future. There is of course a spin-off of The Heenan Family with The Heyman Family, but who the heck could beat a team with Cesaro, CM Punk and Brock Lesner? Okay, other than Super-Cena, who could?

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WHO'S NEXT?

It's happened. The WWE Network has launched. While many of Vince's fellow promoters and businessmen all seem to think this is a bad idea, none of them are willing to bet against Vinnie Mac. I can see how this benefits them from guaranteed PPV views equaling more endorsements and things like that, to collecting a bit off of things we've all watched for free for years now, etc. And even if it fails like the XFL did before, they simply take the hit and go back to being a money making juggernaut. Vince McMahon's greatness lies in his willingness to "try". Even when, sorry, especially when people say it won't work (see inaugural Wrestlemania, amongst other things).

With access to the WWE's libraries as well as all the companies that they've acquired over the years, mixed in with the age that we live in currently and the current success of superstars Goldust and the New Age Outlaws making a resurgence of sorts of the Attitude Era. I am left wondering who could we see in a WWE ring in the future? Whether it be in-ring or or a non-active role. What superstars of yesteryear will begin to make appearance upon the list of what is "trending" a la Twitter, Facebook or some other form of social media? There are plenty out there who can "still go" and simply haven't been back  in WWE for awhile or luckily didn't end up in TNA Wrestling at some point over the years. Of course there are also those who have, but may have been forgotten. If anything perhaps it will help some of them get into the WWE Hall Of Fame and/or sign a Legends contract with the WWE. Some seem to be getting work at the new WWE Performance Center as trainers, etc, even then, it is one step closer to being called back up.

Here's a list of possible stars who we could see again in a more current role in the WWE thanks to the WWE Network launching...

Goldberg

New fans and old fans alike will witness and rewitness "The Streak" in all of its glory. Which was pretty well done I must say, it was how it was ended that was a tad bit suspect. It did have to end at some point. Add this to the fact that there is still a "Goldberg" chant that happens when ever Ryback is out there. Will lay mostly in Goldberg's hands though, as it has been more of his own preference not to be apart of the WWE.

Ken Shamrock

It is possible that some fans today aren't even aware of the UFC Hall Of Famer's run in the WWE. Not sure if others would want to see it, but in the properly run UFC, this would never happen, but Ken Shamrock Vs Brock Lesner. Of course the risk of "ego" could have this match turn into a shoot, but if the two were to remain professional, they could possibly come up with some new moves that incorporate multiple MMA's styles into pro-wrestling's catch-as-catch-can form.

Kurt Angle

He's in TNA Wrestling and still going, but cannot mention the two names just mentioned without adding Olympic gold medalist, Kurt Angle to the mix. He's expressed that he would be willing once his contract is up. Whether Kurt is still in good condition (with TNA who knows) and can have another run or not. Whether it would be to face the "new" Brock Lesner or to simply take his place in the WWE Hall Of Fame.

Kevin Nash

He's had some appearance over the years since leaving TNA Wrestling, his initial Royal Rumble return a couple years ago was huge. Maybe not a full-time inring job, but I could see a "back to basics" and being a bodyguard of sorts for HBK types (endurance, speed, etc) like Dolph Ziggler if he goes back to heal. Or even in some type of training role. He may be limited in moves in some other peoples opinions, but none can deny Big Sexy's mic work, can't teach the "it" factor, but you can teach those who have it how to deliver it.
Apparently he doesn't care about being in the HOF but I think that is to ensure he's talked about as being the one who "never got in" long after he's gone. Nash, always thinking.

Owen Hart

Obviously we won't see the late wrestler perform again, but with the WWE Network long time as well as a whole new generation will get to see Owen and all of his greatness. Not sure of the details, but perhaps Owen's wife would be open to him being inducted into the WWE Hall Of Fame. Not a single drop of pressure though, given the understandable circumstances. But, it is really nice to see that a new gen' will get to enjoy The King Of Hart's as much as we did and will again.

E.C.W.

A chant that has somewhat died off like the "what?" chant has, possibly "Yes!" and "No!" being to blame, but don't be surprised if you don't start to hear it once again with the ECW catalog, not just WWE's ECW, but the original E.C.F'n.W. library in all its blood and glory. Now there aren't many that the WWE would really bother since they didn't push that many in the past, but the ones that did make it in the WWE like RVD (who's there now kinda), Tazz (in TNA doing color), and Bully Ray aka Bubba Ray Dudley and his brother Devon (Bully is in TNA, not sure where Devon went. Retired?). Who all added to the WWE's success pre and post purchase of WCW. The WWE Network could lead to a small last ECW run, or at least small solo runs for some, Hall Of Fame inductions for others.


There is really an endless list, all depends on everyone's favorites and if anyone even bothers to make some noise about the stars of yesteryear, but with the new generation there is a chance that at least the current levels get increased and the WWE takes notice. It is interesting to wonder how things would have been during any of the past era's let alone the Monday Night Wars if we had he multiple forms of social media that we have today. Which superstar and moments would have been top "trends"? Head to head for top spot on Twitter or Facebooks "trending" list, Stone Cold Steve Austin and Goldberg. Degeneration-X and the n.W.o. Think about it. Pro-Wrestling dominated television during the "Wars", and has always been one of the leaders in PPV's. Imagine what it would've done to the social media outlets at those peak moments. A lot more #SuckIt #nWo4Life #WhoopAss #SOB and heavy flow of #HolyShi...you get it.

Could give ol' Stone Cold the extra push he needs to at least give us...one more match!

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