Failed Bridge 0 Report post Posted November 9, 2005 Just change the spelling and go by "Kristian." <{POST_SNAPBACK}> That form is too feminant. TNA doesn't need to worry about legal battles with the WWE. Christian will be doing it on his own to ensure he can use the name anywhere for the rest of his career. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tominator89 0 Report post Posted November 9, 2005 I'm thinking he needs to go by his real name like like Scott Hall and Kevin Nash did. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Failed Bridge 0 Report post Posted November 9, 2005 The problem is the WWE already had the likes of Austin, Undertaker, The Rock, Foley, HHH was starting to move into the main event. TNA doesn't really have anything close to that. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Samoa Joe, AJ Styles, Christopher Daniels, etc Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dobbs 3K 0 Report post Posted November 9, 2005 You guys are missing the point of what I said earlier...Christian is like Jericho in that if Christian does well in TNA, we could see other guys jumping over when they can. Remember, Y2J coming to WWF set the stage for guys like the Radicalz coming over. It was the first sign of "hey, maybe WWF really _is_ better to work for than WCW." I mean, maybe Christian does well in TNA, and guys like Benoit, Jericho, etc. decide that they'd rather work a light schedule close to home and be in the main event in front of a hot crowd, rather than work almost 300 days a year and have the creative team put them in crappy feuds that go nowhere. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hyperchord24 0 Report post Posted November 9, 2005 He can call himself Christian Charisma, Chris Charisma, Colonel Charisma, Christian Jay.......there's many options. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Of those options, I kind of like "Chris Charisma" the best, or possibly "'Mr. Charisma' Jay Reso" Either way, he could also change the name of his finisher to "The Charismatic." <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I hate the Unprettier. Stupid name, stupid move. Change it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Bulwark Report post Posted November 9, 2005 Just change the spelling and go by "Kristian." <{POST_SNAPBACK}> That form is too feminant. TNA doesn't need to worry about legal battles with the WWE. Christian will be doing it on his own to ensure he can use the name anywhere for the rest of his career. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> He could be like the boy named Sue and become an uberbadass to oversompensate for the name. Jay Reso, Christian Cage, Kristian, Christian... It doesn't really matter what he goes by. He's charismatic enough to make any name work. He can call himself Christian Charisma, Chris Charisma, Colonel Charisma, Christian Jay.......there's many options. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Of those options, I kind of like "Chris Charisma" the best, or possibly "'Mr. Charisma' Jay Reso" Either way, he could also change the name of his finisher to "The Charismatic." <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I hate the Unprettier. Stupid name, stupid move. Change it. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Agreed. I always thought Christian should have used the Diamond Cutter as a finisher. Don't know why... Just think it fits him. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jwpeer 0 Report post Posted November 9, 2005 I don't like the name Unprettier, but the move itself is awesome. It has a slow setup time letting it be countered, but at the same time it's easy to put over as a deadly finisher because of the heavy looking impact it makes. A new name is definitely in order though. We could take a page from the way WWE handles HHH's finisher and just call it a Shotgun Blast to the Face Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TNABaddboi 0 Report post Posted November 9, 2005 Meltz posted this today: --Jay Reso has trademarked the name Christian Cage Looks that's what they're going with. I gotta say that I like it. It's close enough to be recognizable (like Brother Ray and Brother D-Von), but doesn't require as much explaination. Marks will just think that was his last name that WWE never mentioned. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hyperchord24 0 Report post Posted November 9, 2005 Meltz posted this today: --Jay Reso has trademarked the name Christian Cage Looks that's what they're going with. I gotta say that I like it. It's close enough to be recognizable (like Brother Ray and Brother D-Von), but doesn't require as much explaination. Marks will just think that was his last name that WWE never mentioned. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> 2 questions: does that mean that he will be billed as CC, if so, what will happen if people just start calling him Christian? TM enfringement? Also, was this recent? He could've done this a long time ago. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dimensions 0 Report post Posted November 9, 2005 I personally thought Christian Reso had a better flow when compared to Christian Cage it really does sound like an indy name but as said, he can probably make it work with no problem. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dimensions 0 Report post Posted November 9, 2005 Also, was this recent? He could've done this a long time ago. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Jey Reso filed a trademark for the name "Christian Cage" on 11/2, so that's the name he'll be using in any post-WWE endeavors. He used the name while breaking into the business on the independent scene. The trademark for the term covers, "Entertainment in the nature of wrestling contests; Entertainment services in the nature of a wrestling club; Entertainment services namely live, televised and movie appearances by a professional entertainer; Entertainment services, namely, personal appearances by a professional wrestler." PWinsider Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
A Happy Medium 0 Report post Posted November 9, 2005 Has anyone thought about Christian adjusting to the TNA ring? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Enigma 0 Report post Posted November 9, 2005 Jay Reso used the name Christian Cage on independents before joining the World Wrestling Federation in 1998, where his name was shortened to just Christian. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jebus 0 Report post Posted November 9, 2005 Get ready for "Captain Charisma" Christian Cage!!! ----- Word Mark CAPTAIN CHARISMA Goods and Services IC 041. US 100 101 107. G & S: Entertainment in the nature of wrestling contests; Entertainment services in the nature of a wrestling club; Entertainment services namely live, televised and movie appearances by a professional entertainer; Entertainment services, namely, personal appearances by a professional wrestler. FIRST USE: 20040930. FIRST USE IN COMMERCE: 20040930 Standard Characters Claimed Mark Drawing Code (4) STANDARD CHARACTER MARK Serial Number 78745757 Filing Date November 2, 2005 Current Filing Basis 1A Original Filing Basis 1A Owner (APPLICANT) William Jason Reso INDIVIDUAL CANADA c/o BWCS Sports/Media 9242 Beverly Blvd., Suite 200 Beverly Hills UNITED STATES 90210 Attorney of Record Eric J. Goodman Type of Mark SERVICE MARK Register PRINCIPAL Live/Dead Indicator LIVE ** Word Mark CHRISTIAN CAGE Goods and Services IC 041. US 100 101 107. G & S: Entertainment in the nature of wrestling contests; Entertainment services in the nature of a wrestling club; Entertainment services namely live, televised and movie appearances by a professional entertainer; Entertainment services, namely, personal appearances by a professional wrestler. FIRST USE: 19950630. FIRST USE IN COMMERCE: 19950630 Standard Characters Claimed Mark Drawing Code (4) STANDARD CHARACTER MARK Serial Number 78745579 Filing Date November 2, 2005 Current Filing Basis 1A Original Filing Basis 1A Owner (APPLICANT) William Jason Reso INDIVIDUAL CANADA c/o BWCS Sports/Media 9242 Beverly Blvd., Suite 200 Beverly Hills UNITED STATES 90210 Attorney of Record Eric J. Goodman Type of Mark SERVICE MARK Register PRINCIPAL Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dimensions 0 Report post Posted November 10, 2005 Captain Charisma Christian Cage!! That's a mouthful but I like it!! Stone Cold Steven Austin or Boulder Bold Reever Houston anyone? C to the 4th power! shift_Charisma Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest *KNK* Report post Posted November 10, 2005 So his real name is actually William Jason Reso? Hmm. Nah, I dont see anything "star" like with that name. Christian Cage will be fine, fans will just call him Christian anyways. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fro 0 Report post Posted November 10, 2005 So his real name is actually William Jason Reso? Hmm. Nah, I dont see anything "star" like with that name. Christian Cage will be fine, fans will just call him Christian anyways. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> They'll shorten it to "Christian" all the time, just he'll be announced as Christian Cage and that's what the chryon will say. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Enigma 0 Report post Posted November 10, 2005 From PWInsider.com Captain Charisma fans, fear not. William Jay Reso (formerly Christian in WWE) also trademarked the name "Captain Charisma" on 11/2 for future use in his post-WWE endeavors. As noted earlier on PWInsider.com, Reso also trademarked his original independent name "Christian Cage" as well for future usage. Both terms were copyrighted for, "Entertainment in the nature of wrestling contests; Entertainment services in the nature of a wrestling club; Entertainment services namely live, televised and movie appearances by a professional entertainer; Entertainment services, namely, personal appearances by a professional wrestler" as well as trademarks purchased in regard to action figures, clothing, toys, games, multimedia, and additional items that may be licensed in the future using Reso's likeness. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BUTT 0 Report post Posted November 10, 2005 OK, that's good. Because according to a link a saw at The Pit, they're going to be calling him "Chris Jin". Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Leelee Report post Posted November 10, 2005 Has anyone thought about Christian adjusting to the TNA ring? <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I hope it doesn't limit all those headlocks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Failed Bridge 0 Report post Posted November 10, 2005 according to a link a saw at The Pit <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Don't trust anything from there. I still regret lending my services to that place. You really won't find any useful info there. I'll stop there before it derails the thread completely. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest dreamer420 Report post Posted November 10, 2005 C4 is not a bad nickname. At least it's explosive. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Steviekick 0 Report post Posted November 10, 2005 C4 is not a bad nickname. At least it's explosive. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> It's cool, but a little diluted thanks to A1. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest dreamer420 Report post Posted November 10, 2005 Explosives>Steak Sauce Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lil' Bitch 0 Report post Posted November 10, 2005 I'm shocked WWE didn't copyright the Captain Charisma name. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest dreamer420 Report post Posted November 10, 2005 Didn't I hear that the WWE had to stop using the Captain Charisma name because of a trademark? Perhaps I am mistaken. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rendclaw 0 Report post Posted November 10, 2005 Either name works, but the combination of both actually works. Good for him. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cabbageboy 0 Report post Posted November 10, 2005 Does this mean if Edge ever left for TNA he'd go back to his indy name that he was using at the same time as Christian Cage....Sexton Hardcastle!? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Blade2kxx 0 Report post Posted November 10, 2005 I'm fairly sure Edge would go by Adam Copeland... the name's well known enough through all the Matt Hardy stuff. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Ghost of bps21 0 Report post Posted November 10, 2005 I see Christian was smart enough to prepare for the future and copyright whatever he could. Good on him. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
