Would you want a new guy to break the Streak?

[xCompackx]

Let's say that the Streak was definitely going to be broken. Who would you rather it be broken by? Someone like Triple H, who's done pretty much everything except that, or a new generation superstar who might not be consistently pushed afterwards?

[The Beast Disincarnate]

This might be the 30th "Streak ending debate" of the year so far!

[Sam Punk]

Cena should do it.

[xCompackx]

Apr 1, 2012 10:27:07 GMT -5 The Beast Disincarnate said:

This might be the 30th "Streak ending debate" of the year so far!

I try my best

[Snaptastic]

Apr 1, 2012 10:28:02 GMT -5 Sam Punk said:

Cena should do it.

[Hit Girl]

No, because I have no confidence that WWE will build upon it constructively.

I'd rather they preserve the streak.

[froggyfrog]

I'd like someone like Sheamus or Wade to end it. Someone who seems to be in it for the long haul and could use the rub. Maybe someone who hasn't debuted yet, but they'd prob need a year or two of build before it'd seem legit that they could do what HHH, HBK, and so many others couldnt

[OzzyMandez]

The problem with that is after having them break something as big a deal as the streak, then if you don't build them up as the best ever/amazing/unstoppable/great/megastar after that then it completely buries the streak, the guy himself and also everyone who ever lost to Taker at Mania all in one go.

[That Mickie Fan]

NO ONE Should break it.

[paperbackhero]

Wade Barrett? To end the Undertakers streak?

Never.

[Spankymac is sick of the swiss]

Apr 1, 2012 10:42:46 GMT -5 froggyfrog said:

I'd like someone like Sheamus or Wade to end it. Someone who seems to be in it for the long haul and could use the rub. Maybe someone who hasn't debuted yet, but they'd prob need a year or two of build before it'd seem legit that they could do what HHH, HBK, and so many others couldnt

Yep. If the Streak(a kayfabe "achievement" that is basically a story element, no matter how the fanbase has romanticized it) isn't used to make someone a MEGASTAR, it'll be a waste.

[B'Cup x]

Apr 1, 2012 11:02:47 GMT -5 Spankymac is sick of the swiss said:

Apr 1, 2012 10:42:46 GMT -5 froggyfrog said:

I'd like someone like Sheamus or Wade to end it. Someone who seems to be in it for the long haul and could use the rub. Maybe someone who hasn't debuted yet, but they'd prob need a year or two of build before it'd seem legit that they could do what HHH, HBK, and so many others couldnt

Yep. If the Streak(a kayfabe "achievement" that is basically a story element, no matter how the fanbase has romanticized it) isn't used to make someone a MEGASTAR, it'll be a waste.

how so? what if its used to sell merchandise, dvds etc? It's just as benificial to milk the hell out of an undefeated streak (regardless of its authenticity) as to give it to an rising star (who may waste it) x

[Spankymac is sick of the swiss]

Apr 1, 2012 11:15:50 GMT -5 B'Cup x said:

Apr 1, 2012 11:02:47 GMT -5 Spankymac is sick of the swiss said:

Yep. If the Streak(a kayfabe "achievement" that is basically a story element, no matter how the fanbase has romanticized it) isn't used to make someone a MEGASTAR, it'll be a waste.

how so? what if its used to sell merchandise, dvds etc? It's just as benificial to milk the hell out of an undefeated streak (regardless of its authenticity) as to give it to an rising star (who may waste it) x

Here's the thing: You can put out maybe ONE streak DVD once he's retired, and maybe a "commemorative" t-shirt once he's gone, but after that, your money stream is done. It's a short term money maker. Building a NEW star off it is thinking long term, which is what pro wrestling should be about.

[Kevin Hamilton]

I wouldn't wish it on a new guy. It'd be a much bigger burden than it would be a help.

[Psy]

Maven needs to come back and break the streak.

[molson5]

Some older, big star from his past - like HHH. I don't think beating an up and comer would propel anyone's career, I think the opposite would happen, everybody would resent the guy and he wouldn't be able to live up to unrealistic expectations of following through.

[thuschongswing]

Apr 1, 2012 10:28:02 GMT -5 Sam Punk said:

Cena should do it.

Great idea, I'll be sure to pitch the idea to my slaves in WWE Creative!

[Djm Doesn't Find You Funny]

Apr 1, 2012 11:00:53 GMT -5 That Mickie Fan said:

NO ONE Should break it.

Why? I see plenty of people explain why it should be broken and who they think a certain person should break it, but I don't see many reasons as to why it shouldn't.

[Sam Punk]

Should Andre have never lost his streak? Too many undertaker marks here.

[Spankymac is sick of the swiss]

Apr 1, 2012 11:36:53 GMT -5 Djm Doesn't Find You Funny said:

Apr 1, 2012 11:00:53 GMT -5 That Mickie Fan said:

NO ONE Should break it.

Why? I see plenty of people explain why it should be broken and who they think a certain person should break it, but I don't see many reasons as to why it shouldn't.

Because it's his "legacy". Not the 20+ years of loyal service and being one of the biggest names in the sport. A kayfabe winning streak that, if broken, will apparently invalidate the rest of his career is his legacy.