Store Exclusives:
These were released to specific stores. Starting in 2020, The Elite Collection features a special Collector’s Edition Figure, usually a Legend from the older era, or lesser known modern talent. These figures alternate between Target and Walmart.
Target:
- Rocky Maivia
- Shark
- Red Rooster
- Superstar Billy Graham
- Rocky Johnson
- Davey Boy Smith (British Bulldogs attire)
- Michael PS Hayes
Rocky Maivia was released in stores. Shark and Red Rooster was released through Target.com. Hayes, Bulldog, Graham, and Rocky Johnson were released in Elite Collection waves as Collector Editions.
Walmart:
- Sensational Sherri
- Bob Backlund
- Pat Patterson
- Gerald Brisco
- Gorilla Monsoon
- Jim The Anvil Neidhart
- Classy Freddie Blassie
- Mae Young
These are all released as “Collector’s Edition” figures inserted with the main Elite Collection waves. They are released bi-monthly, alternating with the Target Collector’s Editions.
Ringside Collectibles:
Ringside Collectibles has always been a reliable source for wrestling figures, and they get a good amount of exclusive releases, going back to the Jakks Pacific days. These are a sample of the Legends that have been released through Ringside.
Toys R Us:
Before it’s ending, Toys R Us got a few elite exclusives as well. They were released one at a time, over time.
Amazon: Fan Takeover
These attires were voted on by fans to be produced. The Steamboat was in response to the Flashback series 3 being so limited in it’s release. There are more of these to come in the future.
Legends Showcase: In Conclusion
If you made it this far, you’re the champ. Mattel has done a great job with mixing in the Legends and modern talent, often finding different ways to get the Legends to the shelves. While not as much as a deep dive as the Jakks Classic Superstars line (yet), Mattel has put out a tremendous roster of Legends and there are always more coming around the corner. Stay Tuned.
