'Kotobukiya,' a Japanese manufacturer of licensed plastic figurines and display models, unveiled its latest collaborative piece, the ARTFX+ Boba Fett model. This model features the galactic bounty hunter in a 1:10 scale, with the outfit and appearance of the character based on his appearances in the new series, 'The Book of Boba Fett.' The model features impressive minute details such as scratch and scuff marks, and even rips and tears in clothing.
The statue features television-accurate swappable head sculpts that depict the likeness of the actor under the helmet, Temeura Morrison. On top of this, the character is depicted holding his EE-3 blaster with his jetpack and rocket launcher mounted on his back.
The ARTFX+ Boba Fett model will be available in Q1 of 2023 at Kotobukiya's online store.
Image Credit: Kotobukiya
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Licensed Plastic Figurines
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Industries Being Reshaped
- Toy Manufacturing
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- Entertainment Merchandising
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