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Hands down Terry
Among the most iconic characters from the classic Japanese series created by the duo Yudetamago is Terryman. Introduced early and a recurring character he’s portrayed as a bit arrogant, but business minded and prefers matches for money. Despite his vices he becomes one of Kinnikuman‘s closest friends and ally.
Together Terryman and Kinnikuman form a tag team known as “The Machine guns” as a combo built on coordinated ring attacks. However, his actual origins are as an homage to the real-life wrestler Terry Funk.
His odd facial expression and facial forms were a mystery for the American markets not knowing his origin may have referred to him with monikers such as cry baby guy, or weeping wrestler. He appears multiple times in the M.U.S.C.L.E. series figures in different poses, but for most of the North American market his story wasn’t known until much later.
True to his real life inspiration he remains a competitor with signature moves including the Texas Clover Hold, Texas Condor Kick, Brain Buster, and others. Bringing tenacity and skill he often plays pivotal protagonist roles such as the Chojin Olympics. For the figure though, still a memorable face for a mini sculpt.
For the fans that dug deeper into the lore and timelines of the manga though this figures form is found in the Dream Chojin Tag Arc #52. His identity is revealed as he took the persona of Kinnikuman The Great.
This causes the Texas Bronco to be found battered and the streams running down his face like the #29 M.U.S.C.L.E. form displays. Making it yet another one of the countless obscure details that only make fans enjoy the franchise that much more.
