One big thing: WWE star Shotzi might return with an “American Psycho” inspired gimmick
Former WWE wrestler Mideon is developing a horror-themed character for Shotzi, who’s currently sidelined with an ACL injury.
• The gimmick draws inspiration from “American Psycho” and horror films.
• It aims to showcase Shotzi’s love for horror while blending it with wrestling elements.
• The concept includes visual elements like TVs playing wrestling and horror scenes simultaneously.
Why it matters
This potential character shift could revitalize Shotzi’s WWE career upon her return, offering a unique and potentially memorable gimmick in the women’s division.
The details
• Shotzi suffered an ACL tear during a February NXT TV taping.
• She’s expected to be out for nine months following surgery.
• Mideon envisions Shotzi as a roller derby character with an “American Psycho” twist.
• The gimmick could incorporate horror movie tropes into wrestling scenarios.
By the numbers
• Shotzi has been absent from WWE programming for approximately 4 months.
• Her expected return is around November 2023, based on typical ACL recovery timelines.
What they’re saying
Mideon on the gimmick concept:
“I see her as a roller derby…I’ve kind of went in an ‘American Psycho’ thing, where she’s kind of been sitting at home, and see the video of her, and there’s two TVs, there’s a TV in front of her, and she’s watching the current women’s stable wrestle, and there’s a TV next to her with the ending of ‘Texas Chainsaw’, where all you hear is chainsaws, so she goes kind of insane a little bit.”
The big picture
WWE has a history of successful horror-inspired gimmicks, from The Undertaker to Bray Wyatt. Shotzi’s potential new character could tap into this tradition while offering a fresh take for modern audiences.
How do you think fans will react to Shotzi potentially returning with an “American Psycho” inspired gimmick? Leave your thoughts in the comments below!
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