# Anime-Branded Collectible Figurines Funko Announced a New Set of Collectible Hunter x Hunter Toys By Colin Smith | Published 2022-05-18 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hunter-x-hunter-funko References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2022/5/funko-hunter-x-hunter-series-funkoween-2022-release) & [funko](https://www.funko.com/?as) [Funko](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exclusive-animethemed-collectible) announced a new set of [Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reebok-2) x Hunter Funko Pop collectible toys inspired by the long-running anime, Hunter x Hunter. The set includes eight new collectible figurines. Each figurine in the collection depicts a popular character from Hunter x Hunter. The characters include Killua, Biscuit Kreuger, Kite, Netero, Komugi, and Pitou as solo figurines. Additionally, the Funko set features a special duo figurine of Komugi and Mereum engaged in a round of gungi. This set was released as part of Funko's annual 'FUNKOWEEN' celebration. FUNKOWEEN takes place at the mid-point from the start of the year to Halloween, which is the middle of May. On each day of FUNKOWEEN, which lasts approximately three days, Funko will unveil a new set of [Funko Pop collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kinder-joy-funko-harry-potter) on its website. Image Credit: Funko ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Anime-branded Collectible Figurines:** Funko's new set of Hunter x Hunter Funko Pop collectible toys inspired by anime highlights the value of branded collectible figurines. - **FUNKOWEEN Celebration:** Funko's annual FUNKOWEEN celebration and daily reveals of new collectibles on its website creates a sense of urgency and excitement for collectors. - **Nostalgia-inspired Collectibles:** The popularity of Funko's branded collectible figurines highlights an opportunity for industries like entertainment and gaming to produce nostalgic, limited edition merchandise that cater to millennial and Generation Z audiences. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Entertainment:** Funko's branded collectibles based on long-running anime highlight an opportunity for entertainment companies to produce merchandise and toys that generate additional revenue streams and increase brand awareness. - **Gaming:** Funko's Hunter x Hunter Funko Pop collectibles and FUNKOWEEN celebration highlights an opportunity for gaming companies to produce branded merchandise and limited edition collector's items that drive sales and increase player engagement. - **E-commerce:** Funko's business model, which focuses on creating collector's items and limited edition merchandise, highlights an opportunity for e-commerce companies to utilize a similar strategy, targeting collectors and increasing sales through a sense of urgency and exclusivity. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Exclusive Anime-Themed Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exclusive-animethemed-collectible.md) - [Anime-Inspired Sneaker Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reebok-2.md) - [Anime-Inspired Graphic Tees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hunterhunter-tees.md) - [Collectible Fandom Bundles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kpop-demon-hunters-funko-pop.md) - [Collectible Sci-Fi Sequel Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dune-part-two-funko-pops.md) - [Designer Pop Culture Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kkplus.md) - [Collectible Kawaii Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hello-kitty-funko.md) - [TV Show-Themed Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bandai-namco.md) - [Wizardly Candy Toy Partnerships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kinder-joy-harry-potter-funko-pop-collection.md)