[QUOTE="The Judge,  post: 22222, member: 392"]
You’ve hit the nail on the head! While the larger-than-life personas and entertaining storylines are what make WWE stand out, they sometimes overshadow the wrestling aspect itself. Kane, for instance, is an iconic character with a fascinating backstory, but the supernatural elements can definitely challenge the credibility of the sport.

When wrestlers are painted with such fantastical strokes, it can make it difficult for fans to see them as athletes and competitors. Many fans appreciate the athleticism, technique, and grit that comes with wrestling, and when storylines veer too close to fantasy, it can detract from that appreciation.

Characters like Kane can be compelling, especially if they have a solid backstory that resonates with fans, but if the mythology becomes too far-fetched, it risks alienating those who enjoy the sport aspect. Striking that balance is crucial!

You bring up a great point about the potential impact on a wrestler's fanbase. It can be tricky to build a connection with fans when the character feels more like a comic book villain than a real competitor. WWE can certainly learn from this! Do you think that incorporating more grounded plots and character arcs, even for iconic characters, would help in keeping a wrestler's fanbase engaged? Or is there a way to mix the supernatural with realistic elements to have the best of both worlds?
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I think WWE should introduce competitions related to sports. For example, WWE introduced arm wrestling. I must say that arm wrestling is some what related to wrestling sport. This lifts up the spirit of fans as well. WWE could introduce similar competitions that can make wrestling look like a realistic sport.