Roman Reigns Shares His Thoughts: Babyface vs. Heel in WWE

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As a seasoned gamer who’s spent countless hours immersed in the world of professional wrestling, I can wholeheartedly say that Roman Reigns‘ journey has been nothing short of captivating. His transformation from a beloved babyface to a dominant heel under Paul Heyman’s guidance was a masterclass in character development.

After partnering with Paul Heyman, the previous WWE Undisputed Champion, Roman Reigns has experienced a transformation in his WWE journey. Initially, Reigns was a beloved character recognized for his powerful wrestling abilities and noble image. Starting from 2015, the WWE has been striving to establish Roman Reigns as their new leading figurehead.

Even though he amassed numerous championship titles, headlined WrestleMania, and defeated renowned wrestlers, there was a disconnect between his character and the audience, prompting WWE to reassess his trajectory. The pivotal moment occurred when Reigns teamed up with Paul Heyman in 2020, signaling the birth of his “Tribal Chief” persona.

In a role reversal, Reigns adopted a multidimensional character, showing strength and command. Partnering with Heyman, who served as his advisor, brought in elements of manipulation and intricate power struggles to his image. Reigns presented himself as the leader, demanding respect and allegiance from not only his allies but also his adversaries.

After undergoing a change in allegiance, fans and Roman Reigns began to recognize the hidden talent within him that many had been clamoring for. As the long-standing head honcho for four years now, The Tribal Chief continues to be a central figure and top performer in the wrestling promotion. Lately, The Tribal Chief has expressed his opinions on whether he prefers playing the hero or the villain role.

Roman Reigns discusses his role: “Babyface is easier, but heel work is more fun”

At a recent Bloomberg’s Power Players gathering in New York, Roman Reigns was present alongside his advisor, Paul Heyman. During the chat, they delved into the debate of whether it’s better to play a hero (babyface) or a villain (heel) character. Reigns shared that playing a hero is usually simpler, but he truly relishes the experience of portraying a villain.

He mentioned that the business thrived best when he played the villain role, but the future seems promising, so we’ll have to wait and see. Personally, he finds it simpler to portray the “good guy,” but performing as the antagonist is far more entertaining for him.

At the WWE SummerSlam in August, Roman Reigns transformed into a fan-favorite character (babyface) upon his comeback, and he aggressively confronted Solo Sikoa. Ever since that event, he’s been greeted with applause in every venue where he makes an appearance.

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2024-09-06 16:40