Dominik Mysterio’s transformation from a characteristic babyface to a ruthless heel has been nothing short of remarkable. Over the past year, his storyline has seen him turn on his father Rey Mysterio and eventually land himself in jail, a move that has contributed to his current persona, “Prison Dom”. This transformation has resultantly made fans and peers alike finally accept Mysterio’s character for what it is, subsequently making him one of the biggest heels in Vince McMahon’s company.
Mysterio’s character evolution has enabled him to receive a rare occurrence of being booed by fans while attempting to enjoy a meal at Jimmy’s Famous Seafood, demonstrating that his new persona hasn’t deterred him from embracing his newfound ruthless edge. As part of Judgement Day, Mysterio has been having an intriguing dynamic with his fellow members, particularly Finn Balor and Damian Priest, and it will be interesting to see how WWE writers decide to utilize him in the coming weeks.
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Mysterio’s recent storyline has seen him attempt to navigate the drama between Balor and Priest, even attempting to be the voice of reason in the feud. This has resulted in some amusing interactions, such as a recent segment with Shinsuke Nakamura on Monday Night Raw. Despite the controversy surrounding him, Mysterio has undoubtedly found his place as a heel in the WWE, and it will be exciting to see how he continues to play this character in the future.
