[CainTheUndertaker]

No, generally speaking I'm not a fan of the race gimmick or even feuds of that nature. For instance I didn't really enjoy Rey vs Del Rio.

That said, Henry vs Zeke could be good just because it's not too often that we see Henry on the receiving end of a bodyslam.

I do think we should have a black World Champion though - despite the fact that I really thought Shelton Benjamin would make it some day. Perhaps Kofi has the best chance from the current roster. I am really surprised that Booker T's success didn't pave the way for more other wrestlers to become very successful in the WWE.

 

[NoGimmicksNeeded]

Why are they so many black faction posts? Why does every step forward need to be based on an idea that worked over a decade ago? Why did the WWE Universe forums have to close?

 

[Validation Boy]

Race angles don't make crowds pop anymore.

 

[Gingermadman]

Race angles don't make crowds pop anymore.

I ain't so sure on that one...

But you can't help these angles being brought up. Every black guy is a generic black rapper or other stereotype of sorts.

One of the most over faces is forced to Superstars despite being a champion because he is black.

 

[Validation Boy]

One of the most over faces is forced to Superstars despite being a champion because he is black.

Which black wrestler is one the "most over faces"?
Not kofi

And as far as wrestling crowds.....
Race angles don't make crowds pop anymore.

 

[radiatedrich]

OP, how come you're making a bunch of new threads all about race? Just wondering.

 

[exile123]

I want to see a similar gimmick like when The Rock feud with Ron Simmons. Except I want to see Jackson Vs Henry, those two big monsters would make a good feud.

The words "good feud" and "Mark Henry" should never appear in the same sentence.

 

[CamillePunk]

I do think we should have a black World Champion though

A token black world champion you mean? I'm sure whoever gets that honor would be thrilled to become world champion because of their skin color and not due to their abilities to entertain.

 

[UnsungZer0]

Umm

 

[Chismo]

No, the NOD wasn't even a good stable.

 

[jonoaries]

WWE doesn't push black guys.
They just need them for the highlight reels and then bury 'em

 

[Das Wunderberlyn]

Mark Henry, Kofi and the returning Shelton - New and improved Job Squad.

 

[Validation Boy]

The words "good feud" and "Mark Henry" should never appear in the same sentence.

Agreed. On top of that, Zeke is more entertaining in the ring. We haven't even seen Zeke do anything on the mic tho...

 

[Deepvoice80]

ADR should have one
He could have a stable of Mexican "employees" who dominate and protect him

 

[Samford_Says]

Me and a co-worker were talking about this today. Not the dumb fued the idiot who made this thread mentioned but WWE having a black champion. I too would love to see a black champion but I just dont think it will happen. Every black person they bring into the WWE they just make there character some type of sterotype and never get pushed because of it

 

[Kizzo]

Me and a co-worker were talking about this today. Not the dumb fued the idiot who made this thread mentioned but WWE having a black champion. I too would love to see a black champion but I just dont think it will happen. Every black person they bring into the WWE they just make there character some type of sterotype and never get pushed because of it

Most are forgetting about The Rock... it doesn't matter if he is only half black. I'm only half black as well, but I'm still considered black in the US, just like our President.

 

[Big Wiggle]

Nah, race angles are stupid and simply fuel real life race issues.

However the current gimmicks being given to a lot of the African American wrestlers are horrible. Kofi and even R-Truth deserve a lot better.

Once again though...I don't expect much from the current writing staff.

 

[Validation Boy]

I'm only half black as well, but I'm still considered black in the US, just like our President.

I like that.
But yeah, Booker T was the last great Black wrestler, all-around.
He didn't go the hip-hop route. He was a genius at working the audience.
He was creative and was able to evolve with the times. I'm not sure there ever was or will be another black wrestler at his overall skill level, and he desrves the HOF within 3 years.
(Lashley sukked, Simmons was a token champ, thnx Dusty)

 

[nickglovermusic]

I think it'd be interesting but I'm not sure how well that would do in this era. If they could do it right and make it somewhat original, i'd be into it