TWWRM.org

The World Wrestling Ring Master

StubPass.com sells tickets to WWE Events, Sporting Events and Live Concerts! StubPass is your source to Buy Wrestling Tickets and to Buy WWE Tickets.

Inverted Archetypes: The Curious Case of the Underdog as Villain

Posted by Voodoo Magic On May - 12 - 2012

“Yes! Yes! Yes! Yes! Yes! Yes! Yes!”

You know exactly who I’m talking about.

It’s rare that one word can completely encapsulate an entire character, mainly because it’s nearly impossible to do well; however, when it’s done properly, it is the pinnacle of excellent writing and characterization. 

Once upon a time, Jim Duggan did it to near perfection with “USA!” Steve Austin tried it with “What?” and it almost ruined his legacy (though it can be argued that he earlier revolutionized professional wrestling with the infamous “3:16”).

And now?  Now we have Danie...

Get the full article at Bleacher Report - Pro Wrestling
BleacherReport.com is the owner of this article.

Leave a Reply