For a long time now i have been noticing, TNA fans saying that WWE sucks, etc,etc. Let me keep this plain and simple before moving on to a much more interesting topic.
Smackdown alone, without the likes of John Cena, Miz, R-truth, Del-rio, John Morrison and Zack Ryder pulls a higher rating than TNA, period! Need i say more?
Anyway, moving on to something better, The Era's in WWE.
So, there are many Era's in the WWE. Here is the list. (according to my observation and research)
The Hogan Era (1985-1994)
The New Generation (1994-1998)
The Attitude Era (1998-2001)
The Post Attitude Era (2001-2008)
The PG Era (2008-Present)
*Note! The dates may not be accurate, because they don't exactly announce officially the start or end of each era.
My main focus however will be on The Hogan Era, The Attitude Era and The PG Era. These Era's were/are the "main" eras where distinct changes can be seen.
I'll start with the Hogan Era. I can't give u much personal opinion on this Era (i was only born in 1993) but i did do some surveys and research.
Anyway, in the Hogan Era, the main face was of course, Hulk Hogan. He wasn't that great of a wrestler, he only had about 5 moves, he had a pretty lame finisher, he was like superman, infact i think even superman would lose to Hogan, BUT he was fairly entertaining. Back in the day
Hogan= icon = money. But according to most people, this era was rather good, because, it was new, it wasn't focused solely on pure wrestling but also on the entertainment part of it. The story lines and feuds were all fresh, and they didn't have the IWC at that time, so, the fans had no idea what was going on backstage, and nobody broke kayfabe(if the fans hated you in the ring, they hated you outside the ring as well). And because there was no IWC, there is always the element of suprise.
Next, The Attitude Era. This was the peak of the WWE. Ratings were high, everything was great.
Why? Well you cant explain the Attitude Era by words. You have to watch it to feel it.
The Attitude Era wasn't PG. The Attitude Era was so precise with details that it blurred the lines between fiction and reality. Many real life issues or social issues were used as story lines and feuds. It also had violence, fowl words, nudity. Like i said, a think line between whats real and whats not. Btw, how can i forget. It contained(in my opinion) the 2 greatest superstars in WWE history(so far). 2 mega icons! If Hogan was money then these 2 guys were GOLD. The Attitude Era, the era of STONE COLD STEVE AUSTIN & THE ROCK!
Lastly, the era we are at now, The PG Era. I would say, this is a weird era. Probably the worst era in WWE history. Where do I begin. Ill start with the face. Hes Hulk Hogan 2.0. Hes also Superman, the difference is, he could take down both superman and Hulk hogan together. Wait, He could win every single superhero DC and Marvel combined. Thats how Super he is. HE IS......
BARNEY THE PURPLE DINASOUR!
Oops! Wait..... Lets try that again... HES............
A BOX OF FRUITY PEBBLES???
okay, jokes aside(i am not joking),
HE IS......
JOHN CENA!
Superman cena, and new superman Randy Orton, are one of the reasons The PG era is bad. These 2 guys alone can make WWE so predictable, and unlogical. (If you don't believe me, watch John Cena vs The Miz over the limit PPV)
Next is the story lines. There isn't a proper serious or sensitive story line going on right now. It just seems as if the WWE creative team write the story/script a few hours before the show starts. You can't actually feel for the characters if the story line isn't proper. The story lines are no longer natural as they were in the Attitude Era and they don't reflect on the social issues that are happening in the real world. There are also other complains from people such as the PG era does not contain blood, bad words and nudity, but those are all secondary problems to me.
I have no problem with WWE being PG(most of the time i have no problem), but i have a problem with this Era.
Anyway, enough yabba dabba because the future is near.
Recently, it seems that somethings are changing, especially these past 2 weeks. It's like, theres a new found spark. Something just seems to be more interesting and less kid friendly. Even the Diva's matchups have become watchable again. I thought it was just me, but many have been feeling the same way too. Maybe it's just a feeling that a long time fan will get when they know something is going to happen. I say, a new Era is upon us, great times lie ahead.
I can give you 1 reason of why i say that though. If the FACE changes the ERA changes. Cena has been getting immense heat and booes lately. A face cannot be hated. If he is hated, he is changed, if he is changed, the era changes. Plain and simple theory.
*Just to be clear. There is a distinct difference between WWE being PG and the PG era. The Hogan Era and The New Generation Era was PG also. So when i say theres going to be a new Era, I mean theres going to be some changes and that includes the face of the WWE. WWE will probably still be PG.
So, for great times to be ahead, great changes need to be made.
Here are few ideas of mine.
FACE
Like i said earlier, change the face. I am not saying change it by next week, but slowly build the foundation for a new face. Right now i can think of 2. The Miz and Zack Ryder. I say the Miz should take over in about 2 yrs time. Zack Ryder is the FUTURE. So i say, he should be the future in about 8 years time.
THEME SONG
This isn't really important but it is necessary nonetheless. Burn it to the ground is nothing compared to papa roach's to be loved. And know your enemy? really? really? really? probably one of Green Day's worst songs.
Burn it to the ground and Know your enemy needs to be replaced by more exciting, heart pounding songs like To be loved.
IMPROVE THE DRAFTS
Read my post titled, Curious Case of the draft. Click Here.
CHANGE THE BELT
Again this isnt the most important point. But it is indeed a plus point if there is change. The WWE championship belt looks like a plastic toy! And it stopped spinning years ago. Make it something like the WHC belt. Now thats a beauty. The IC championship belt isn't that nice either.
REDUCE THE NUMBER OF PPVS
Read my post titled,
Pay Per Views. Click Here.
IMPROVE THE SECONDARY TITLES
The US title and IC title are the secondary titles, or mid card titles. Among the 2, i think the IC title is in worst condition. However both need improving. To improve the US title, i say start of by giving Kofi Kingston a solid story line with Dolph Ziggler. Kofi gets enough pop for a mid carder, and dolph gets enough heat thanks to Vicky. So have them in a atleast 3 months story line.
For the IC title, it's a little more trickier. I'll tell you this. Right now, no one really cares about Barrett or Ezekiel Jackson. Barrett has lost the spark that he had in 2010, and Big Zeke never had a spark in my opinion. So i say, end this story fast and early and have someone like Daniel Bryan, Sin Cara, Chavo, go for the title.
IMPROVE THE TAG TEAM DIVISION
Many people like tag teams like Road Warriors. My favorite pairings were The Hardyz and Edge&Christian. Even The Dudleys were good. To have a great tag team division, we need both elements. I think the WWE is already in the process of improving it's tag team division. With Jindar&Khali, Daniel Bryan&Sin Cara, Big Show&Kane, Gabriel&Slater. I think with these four tag teams we can revive the tag team division. Daniel Bryan&Sin Cara VS Gabriel&Slater ladder match. BigShow&kane VS Jindar&Khali hell in a cell match.
GREAT STABLES
Having great stables like Evolution, DX and Horsemen are always a plus point. Read, my post on
WWE stables(click here) and Awesome!!
What next for the Miz(click here).
IMPROVE THE DIVAS DIVISION
Here are the facts. Currently theres no one in this division as good as Lita or Trish.(or maybe we haven't seen their full potential). However, there is enough talent out there to make an entertaining match. What are the Bella twins, Aj and Kaitlyn doing on Raw and SD? Put them on superstars and bring the most talented Diva's on the Roster, Gail Kim and Melina to Raw and SD.
Have proper story lines between the divas, not just random matches. (Laycool story line was pretty good).
Make the Divas Championship Unified. The Diva's champ should walk on both brands scouting new opponents. Have gimmick matches. Simple question. Would you have rather seen, Cole vs Lawler in a country whipping match or would you have rather seen Melina vs Layla. Would you have rather seen Lawler vs Cole in a kiss my foot match or would you have rather, Beth Pheonix VS Natalya?
Gimmick matches will put that additional spark that the divas division needs. Have a divas money in the bank match. This will show that the Divas division is important too. I don't think they will be able to do much with ladders, so a divas money in the bank battle royal should be good enough.
Lastly, these girls need to stop shouting. Are they Wrestling or shooting a porno?
STORY LINES
Have more realistic story lines that touch on sensitive issues and social issues.
So guys/girls, what do you think? These will definately improve the WWE, change the era, but yet still keep it PG.
Wait, i have 1 more idea. Its logical but pretty far fetched. Its based on hopes more than expectations but its definitely COOL!!!
Check this out.
WWE was huge during the Attitude Era/post Attitude Era because
1) Pressure from competition (WCW)
2) Because Vince eventually bought over the competition.
I don't see any competition now, but Vince could most definitely make NO 2 happen. Buying over the dying TNA would mean, new talent, a whole new spark, and more fans(the TNA fans would also watch WWE). WWE universe would be curious and excited to see whats going to happen next. Ratings will shoot up.
If Vince ever buys over TNA, this is what I hope he does:
1) Sack hogan and Flair. I think its about time these 2 pick up a new hobby. Golf or maybe fishing.
2) Open up a 3rd brand:
Monday night RAW:
PG
General Manager: Stone Cold
Face: AJ Styles
Tuesday night SMACKDOWN:
PG
General Manager: The Rock
Face: The Miz
Thursday night RAMPAGE: (the name could be better)
NC 16 / 18PL
General Manager: Mick Foley
Face: Randy Orton(Legend Killer NOT the Current super Orton)
3) Reshuffle the whole Roster, make it well balanced.
Example: *
Raw:
1) AJ Styles
2) Zack Ryder
3) R-truth
4) Kofi Kingston
5) The Big Show
6) Ted Dibiase
7) Rey Mysterio
8) Robbie E
9) Brian Kendrik
10) Mr Anderson
Smackdown:
1) The Miz
2) John Cena
3) Alex Riley
4) Dolph Ziggler
5) Del rio
6)Cody Rhodes
7) Sin Cara
8) Jeff Jarrett
9) Matt Morgan
10) Kurt Angle
Rampage:
1) Randy Orton
2) Sting
3) Daniel Bryan
4) John Morrison
5) Sheamus
6) Christian
7) Kane
8) Cm Punk
9) Abyss
10) Matt Hardy
4) Vince likes having 12-13 ppv's in a year, and i think it is way too many. However, If this were the case, I think 12 ppv's would be perfect.
1) Royal Rumble-40 men- All 3 brands
2) Elimination Chamber- All 3 brands
3) Wrestlemania - All 3 brands
4) Extreme Rules- Only Rampage. (Make it extreme again, exp: 1st blood match, bra and panties match)
5) Over The Limit- Only Smackdown
6) Capitol Punishment - Only Raw
7) Money In The Bank - All 3 brands
8) Summerslam - All 3 brands
9) TLC - Raw and SD. A PG version of Extreme Rules.
10) Vengeance - SD and Rampage.
11) Cyber Sunday - Raw and Rampage.
12) Survivor Series - All 3 brands
So, guys what do you think? Please leave your comments and opinions.
