# Miniature Villain Statues DC Collectibles' Batman: the Killing Joke Statue Is Highly Limited By Amy Duong | Published 2018-04-05 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/batman-the-killing-joke References: [flickeringmyth](https://www.flickeringmyth.com/2018/03/dc-collectibles-the-joker-statue-from-batman-the-killing-joke-available-to-pre-order-now/) DC Collectibles' The Joker statue from the iconic Batman: The Killing Joke is now available for pre-order for the price of $80 USD. The [miniature figurine](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultraman-figure) is a Joker statue based on the award-winning graphic novel 'Batman: The Killing Joke' from 1988 by Alan Moore and Brian Bolland. The new Joker collectible piece will be [highly limited](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/serial-killer-shop), as only 5000 pieces will be created. The purple and green adorning collectible is one of Bolland's most recognizable iterations of the classic villain. The statue itself is sculpted by artist David Giraud, giving life to one of Bolland's most iconic renditions. The piece will be a part of [DC Designer Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-toys-2), as all of the pieces are based on artistic work from the comic industry's top creators and crafts their own imagination in 3D form. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 69% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Limited Edition Collectibles:** Opportunity for businesses to create highly limited edition collectibles that cater to niche fan bases. - **Graphic Novel Merchandise:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to produce merchandise based on popular graphic novels, appealing to fans and collectors. - **Collaboration with Artists:** Potential for collaboration between businesses and artists to bring unique artistic visions to life in the form of collectible statues. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Toy and Collectibles Industry:** Opportunity for businesses in the toy and collectibles industry to create and market limited edition statues based on popular characters. - **Comic Book Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for the comic book industry to expand its merchandise offerings by partnering with collectible manufacturers. - **Art and Design Industry:** Opportunity for businesses in the art and design industry to collaborate with collectible manufacturers and translate artwork into 3D sculptures. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modular Puzzle Building Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arkham-asylum-set.md) - [Buildable 3D Superhero Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gotham-city-skyline-set.md) - [Superhero-Themed Retail Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcfarlane-toys-1.md) - [Superhero-Themed DIY Art Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jim-lee-batman.md) - [Cult Film-Inspired Graphic Tees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capsule-tee.md) - [Villainous Action Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-goblin.md) - [Villain-Inspired Graphic Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saint-mxxxxxx.md) - [Plastic Sci-Fi Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artfx-boba-fett.md) - [Hyper-Detailed Superhero Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-toys-the-flash-batman-and-batcycle.md)