5 best gimmick characters in WWE history

#3 The Ultimate Warrior

The Ultimate Warrior in all colourful glory

Warrior was the character to rival Hulk Hogan's imposing reign on top of the WWF. In much the same way as Randy Savage was an alternative to Hulk, The Ultimate Warrior brought another level of character as well as something alternative and propelled himself to the top of the WWF.

Three years after his debut, Warrior managed a feat that no other wrestler has managed, and became the WWF Heavyweight Champion as well as the Intercontinental Champion by beating Hulk at WrestleMania VI.

With his memorable energetic entrance, shaking off the ring ropes and his over the top promo's, Warrior would have a successful 5 years in the WWF first time around until leaving for WCW.

Children all over the world were fascinated by his face paint, promo's and his ability to beat Hulk Hogan when no-one else could.