The Gimmick Table: Where Wrestling Personas Come to Life
Take an in-depth look at the fascinating world of wrestling gimmicks through The Gimmick Table.
Serving as critical elements that captivate fans and elevate a wrestler’s persona, gimmicks can range from the absurdly outrageous to the authentically grounded. The Gimmick Table explores the origins and evolution of both beloved and infamous wrestling gimmicks, highlighting the creativity and imagination that go into crafting these larger-than-life characters.
Delving into Wrestling Gimmicks
What makes a gimmick successful? Is it the wrestler’s performance, the storyline, or perhaps the audience’s connection to the character? The Gimmick Table analyzes the interactions between wrestlers and fans, dissecting what has worked and what has not. This extensive database allows fans to revisit the history of their favorite wrestling personas and offers insights into the artistry behind each gimmick.
The If Factor: Forgotten Wrestling Ideas
In addition to exploring established wrestling gimmicks, we also feature a captivating series called The If Factor. This collection uncovers real scenarios in professional wrestling that were once proposed, considered, and ultimately shelved. Each article invites you to ponder how the wrestling landscape would have evolved had these ideas been brought to life.
What iconic matches or rivalries might have emerged? Join us as we reveal these untold stories, providing a fresh perspective on the evolution of wrestling and its ever-changing narrative.
The If Factor: New Jack Signs With WWE
Posted on September 8, 2023 by bdamage1 Brian Damage The ‘If Factor’ are a series of articles that takes a look at real scenarios in pro wrestling that at one point or another were suggested, planned, considered…but did not get the green light to continue. What would the landscape of professional wrestling look like if these ideas came…
The If Factor: Vince Russo Returns to WWE in 2022
Posted on August 11, 2023 by bdamage1 Brian Damage The ‘If Factor’ are a series of articles that takes a look at real scenarios in pro wrestling that at one point or another were suggested, planned, considered…but did not get the green light to continue. What would the landscape of professional wrestling look like if these ideas came…
The If Factor: The Hardy Boyz Join DX
Posted on March 3, 2023 by bdamage1 Brian Damage The ‘If Factor’ are a series of articles that takes a look at real scenarios in pro wrestling that at one point or another were suggested, planned, considered…but did not get the green light to continue. What would the landscape of professional wrestling look like if these ideas came…
The If Factor: Scott Levy Joins Los Gringos Locos
Posted on June 21, 2024 by bdamage1 Brian Damage The ‘If Factor’ are a series of articles that takes a look at real scenarios in pro wrestling that at one point or another were suggested, planned, considered…but did not get the green light to continue. What would the landscape of professional wrestling look like if these ideas came…
The If Factor: Tito Santana Considered As Potential WWF World Champion
Posted on December 9, 2022 by bdamage1 Brian Damage The ‘If Factor’ are a series of articles that takes a look at real scenarios in pro wrestling that at one point or another were suggested, planned, considered…but did not get the green light to continue. What would the landscape of professional wrestling look like if these ideas came…
The If Factor: Billy Corgan Offered Ownership Stake in ECW
Posted on March 10, 2023 by bdamage1 Brian Damage The ‘If Factor’ are a series of articles that takes a look at real scenarios in pro wrestling that at one point or another were suggested, planned, considered…but did not get the green light to continue. What would the landscape of professional wrestling look like if these ideas came…
The Gimmick Table: The Origin of Vinnie Vegas
Posted on June 5, 2024 by bdamage1 Brian Damage A gimmick is something that is intended to hook the attention of fans to a wrestler. They may be outrageous or steeped more in reality, whatever the case may be…some have succeeded and many others have failed. The Gimmick Table takes a look at the origins of some of…
The Devil Made Him Do It: Jake Roberts in WCW
Posted on September 5, 2014 by bdamage1 Brian Damage In 1992, the WWF was entering into a transitional period. Vince McMahon was a year away from being indicted on steroid distribution charges and one of his closest allies…Pat Patterson…was fired after he was accused of sexual harassment by another WWF employee.
The Gimmick Table: The Origin of Kama ‘The Supreme Fighting Machine’
Posted on April 9, 2025 by bdamage1 Brian Damage A gimmick is something that is intended to hook the attention of fans to a wrestler. They may be outrageous or steeped more in reality, whatever the case may be…some have succeeded and many others have failed. The Gimmick Table takes a look at the origins of some of…
The Gimmick Table: The Origin of the Headbangers
Brian Damage A gimmick is something that is intended to hook the attention of fans to a wrestler. They may be outrageous or steeped more in reality, whatever the case may be…some have succeeded and many others have failed. The Gimmick Table takes a look at the origins of some of your favorite and not…
The Gimmick Table: The Origin of Goldberg
Brian Damage A gimmick is something that is intended to hook the attention of fans to a wrestler. They may be outrageous or steeped more in reality, whatever the case may be…some have succeeded and many others have failed. The Gimmick Table takes a look at the origins of some of your favorite and not…
The Gimmick Table: The Origin of The Mariner (Furface)
Brian Damage A gimmick is something that is intended to hook the attention of fans to a wrestler. They may be outrageous or steeped more in reality, whatever the case may be…some have succeeded and many others have failed. The Gimmick Table takes a look at the origins of some of your favorite and not…
Look Who Showed Up In…
Dan Mitchell Look Who Showed Up In… WWE 1993. WWE in 1993 was a transitional year. The company was moving away from the last remnants of the “Golden Era” and edging toward what would become the “New Generation.”
The Gimmick Table: The Origin of Adam Rose
Brian Damage A gimmick is something that is intended to hook the attention of fans to a wrestler. They may be outrageous or steeped more in reality, whatever the case may be…some have succeeded and many others have failed. The Gimmick Table takes a look at the origins of some of your favorite and not…
The Gimmick Table: The Origin of The Repo Man
Posted on May 1, 2024 by bdamage1 Brian Damage A gimmick is something that is intended to hook the attention of fans to a wrestler. They may be outrageous or steeped more in reality, whatever the case may be…some have succeeded and many others have failed. The Gimmick Table takes a look at the origins of some of…