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A noteworthy subject that surfaced was the realization of intellectual property rights in wrestling. They discussed the challenges they faced when it came to ownership of catchphrases that immediately thrived in the wrestling community but weren’t attributed fairly. Engaging in lucrative T-shirt sales and merchandise while feeling cheated out of royalties led to a significant legal battle that underscored the harsh reality often neglected by fans. One wrestler shared a saga of incurring legal fees just to reclaim fair compensation—a cautionary tale of creative exploitation within the industry.