Masters of the Universe Origins expands with figures from the Powers of Grayskull subset, featuring Gray and the Great Black Wizard.
This week in action figures, the spotlight is on Mattel’s Masters of the Universe Origins line, specifically its Powers of Grayskull subset. Two characters from this line are receiving attention: Gray, the son of King Grayskull and the secret identity of He-Ro, and his adversary, the Great Black Wizard. Both are rooted in the rich lore of Eternia’s ancient past, tapping into deep nostalgia for longtime fans.
Masters of the Universe Origins: The Powers of Grayskull
Gray’s figure, recently reviewed by Action Figure Barbecue, embraces its origins as a character planned for a 1980s Masters of the Universe expansion. Gray’s transformation into He-Ro, a narrative thread linked to pre-existing Masters lore, enriches his collectible appeal. This figure likely satisfies both nostalgic collectors and newcomers intrigued by Eternia’s mythos.
On an antagonistic note, the Great Black Wizard emerges as a villain crafted during the Masters of the Universe Classics era but released for the Origins line. As reported by Action Figure Barbecue, the figure was made available exclusively through Mattel Creations as part of its Club Grayskull. The limited access increases its desirability among fans and collectors eager to complete their Preternia narrative display.
Other Releases and Industry Movements
Beyond Eternia, another noteworthy release is the Order of the Crimson Moon figure, produced by Fresh Monkey Fiction in collaboration with Big Bad Workshop. This figure introduces a generic member of a werewolf cult, designed to enhance army-building efforts for collectors. It’s a versatile piece that can stand in as a custom accessory for diverse storylines within a 1/12th scale assembly.
Legacy Lines and Nostalgic Grails
The week’s report also touched on nostalgic figures like the Sakuyaman from Bandai’s 2001 Digimon: Digital Monsters line. As reviewed by She’s Fantastic, this meticulously detailed character holds value for being among the few female figures in the original Digimon lineup, remaining a grail item for many despite the challenges of sourcing it complete.
Meanwhile, the DC Universe Infinite Heroes line was revisited, celebrating a time when Mattel flooded the market with numerous characters in a compact 3.75″ scale. These lines reflect a bygone era of extensive character variety, casting a contrast to modern scaled-down releases.
This week’s action figure scene delivers plenty of new additions for fans of retro fantasies and collectors pursuing vintage rarities, with ongoing interest in deepening the depth and diversity of displays worldwide.
