Extending The Bloodline: Vince Russo’s Vision for a Five-Year Saga with New Faces from the Anoa’i Family (Exclusive)
The Bloodline, one of WWE’s most successful long-term stories, may be nearing its climax. But according to former WWE writer Vince Russo, the storyline could continue for another five years if more active wrestlers from the Anoa’i family were introduced.
The Bloodline’s Success
WWE’s recent success with The Bloodline has been a breath of fresh air after numerous failed attempts to build a successful long-term storyline. Led by Universal Champion Roman Reigns and supported by his cousins The Usos, the faction has been a dominant force in the wrestling landscape.
Extending the Storyline with the Anoa’i Family
The Samoans have a long and storied legacy in wrestling, and almost everyone in Roman Reigns’ family has been involved in the kayfabe business. During the latest episode of Sportskeeda wrestling’s Writing with Russo, Russo and Dr. Chris Featherstone explored the possibility of bringing other active wrestlers from the Anoa’i family into the storyline.
Jacob Fatu and Zilla
Among the names mentioned were Jacob Fatu and Umaga’s son Zilla, who are making waves outside the company. Russo believes that understanding the relationships within the family and the existing wrestling landscape can lead to a cohesive storyline extension.
“If I had an understanding of, okay, I’m looking at this family, question number one, who are the active wrestlers now? That’s number one. Once you tell me who they are, okay? What’s their relationship to The Usos? What’s their relationship to Roman Reigns? If you explained all that to me, bro, I would be able to lay out the story for the next five years,” said Russo.
Potential Challenges and Opportunities
The introduction of new characters from the Anoa’i family could open up fresh opportunities but also present challenges.
Reaching a Wider Audience
With the potential to expand The Bloodline’s narrative through the Anoa’i family, WWE may capture the interest of fans who follow the other Samoan stars outside the company. This could lead to a more profound connection with the audience and an exciting evolution of one of the best pro wrestling angles ever.
WWE’s The Bloodline has been a game-changer in terms of long-term storytelling. Vince Russo’s insights and suggestions on expanding this storyline further by utilizing the rich heritage of the Anoa’i family reflect a creative approach that can keep fans engaged for years to come. The next step for WWE may be to consider these opportunities and make decisions that will carry The Bloodline’s legacy forward, ensuring that it remains one of the most compelling and influential narratives in professional wrestling.
