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WCW didn’t suddenly become a mess… this show proves it already was. In this Time Capsule episode, Shawn Puff and Wappo go back to Halloween Havoc 1993—a pay-per-view that feels more chaotic than cohesive. From gimmick-heavy presentation to a lack of clear identity, this show highlights a company struggling to define itself.
But buried inside the confusion is one standout: Vader vs Cactus Jack—a match that feels completely out of place in the best way possible.
So what was WCW actually trying to be at this point? And does one great match change anything about the overall show?
By Shawn ThimasWCW didn’t suddenly become a mess… this show proves it already was. In this Time Capsule episode, Shawn Puff and Wappo go back to Halloween Havoc 1993—a pay-per-view that feels more chaotic than cohesive. From gimmick-heavy presentation to a lack of clear identity, this show highlights a company struggling to define itself.
But buried inside the confusion is one standout: Vader vs Cactus Jack—a match that feels completely out of place in the best way possible.
So what was WCW actually trying to be at this point? And does one great match change anything about the overall show?