"Dark Horse", a renowned comic publisher in Europe and America, is celebrating the 30th anniversary of its best-selling classic comic series "Hellboy" by offering a limited edition Hellboy 30th Anniversary Deluxe Vinyl Figure exclusively on its online store, Dark Horse Direct.
"Hellboy" is a work written and drawn by the cartoonist Mike Mignola, who is hailed as the "Master of Light and Shadow." In 1993, the prototype of Hellboy first appeared in "Dime Press #4"; in August of the same year, a black-and-white Hellboy appeared in the San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC) exclusive comic special "San Diego Comic-Con Comics #2"; in December 1993, Hellboy appeared in his full-color form in the generally released comic "Next Men #21". In 1994, the "Hellboy: Seed of Destruction" comic series, starring Hellboy, was officially launched, establishing Hellboy's classic status in the comic world.
▼ (From left to right) "Dime Press #4", "San Diego Comic-Con Comics #2", and "Next Men #21", these comics where the "Hellboy" concept first appeared, are now astonishingly priced collectibles.
The Hellboy 30th Anniversary Deluxe Vinyl Figure boasts an impressive height and presence, standing 12.5 inches (31.8 cm) tall. It faithfully recreates Hellboy's unique design lines and color scheme as envisioned by Mike Mignola, and also luxuriously includes multiple classic accessories to recreate Hellboy's various looks from different eras.
Hellboy 30th Anniversary Deluxe Vinyl Figure included accessories:
● Classic Hellboy head sculpt
● Head sculpt depicting Anung Un Rama, the Son of Satan, with a crown of flames
● Skull base part with the Excalibur sword inserted
● Interchangeable left hand part holding the classic sidearm "Good Samaritan"
● Switchable equipped pistol / and empty holster
● B.P.R.D. (Bureau for Paranormal Research and Defense) T-shirt replacement part
● Tam O'Clannie's corpse, which can be carried on the back
Its substantial and imposing size, coupled with its magnificent sculpt, makes it an absolute must-have for Hellboy fans! Furthermore, the rich array of accessories that allow for multiple looks makes one want to buy several sets!
Dark Horse Direct - Hellboy 30th Anniversary Deluxe Vinyl Figure
Standing 12.5 inches tall, it is currently available for pre-order at Dark Horse Direct for $149.99 USD, with an estimated shipping date of September-November 2024.