Kirby - Figures
Kirby figures are based on the Kirby video game series, which was first released as Kirby's Dream Land on April 27, 1992. These figures are popular among fans for their accurate representations of characters, fine detail and craftsmanship, cute appearance, and more. There is a variety of figures that include mini figures, Nendoroid figures, scale figures, and figure sets. They depict popular figures from the Kirby video game series like Waddle Dee, Meta Knight, and many different variants of Kirby. Here is an example of popular Kirby figures such as “Kirby Paldolce Collection Vol. 2” “Corocoroid Kirby Collectible Figures Box Set” and “Corocoroid Kirby Collectible Figures 02 Box Set”.
Kirby Paldolce Collection Vol. 2
The Kirby Paldolce Collection Vol. 2 is a set of three figures that include the characters Kirby and Waddle Dee. All three figures sit on top of a variety of sweets. One has Waddle Dee on top of a cupcake with glossy frosting and a cute Kirby cookie. A ladder leans on the cupcake, which is also covered with white cream and has a Star Rod poking out from it. The next figure depicts Kirby standing on top of star blocks made out of cake while holding a strawberry. The cake blocks are also covered with a frosty glaze and have two mini stars and a few dollops of whipped cream on them. The last figure depicts Kirby sitting on top of a piece of yellow sponge cake shaped like the Warp Star. There is cream around the base of the cheesecake and also a Maxim Tomato cookie on top of it. Each one of the figures has fine detail and is skillfully crafted and includes things like sprinkles, frosting, and more. The release month for the product is April 2020.
- Product Line: Paldolce Collection
- Manufacturer: Banpresto
- Specifications: Painted, non-articulated, non-scale figure with stands.
- Height (approx.): 7 cm | 2.8"
Corocoroid Kirby Collectible Figures Box Set
The Corocoroid Kirby Collectible Figures Box Set is a set of four figures depicting Kirby holding various items from the series. The lineup includes Kirby & Star Rod, Kirby & Rice Ball, Kirby & Maxim Tomato, and Kirby & Pep Brew. The star rod is a powerful recurring item shaped like a rod that is colored like a candy cane with a yellow star on top. The rice ball figure features Kirby with a popular Japanese food called onigiri. The Maxim Tomato is red in color with black and white “M” inscribed on its surface. Lastly, the Pep Brew is a dark colored vial with a bright yellow label and cap. Each of the Kirbys has a different expression on their faces and are posed slightly differently.
- Product Line: Other Figures
- Manufacturer: Good Smile Company
- Specifications: 6 Box Set. Painted and non-scale ABS and PVC figures (4 to collect)
- Figure height (approximate): 60 mm | 2.4 "
- Sculptor: SELECT D
Corocoroid Kirby Collectible Figures 02 Box Set
The Corocoroid Kirby Collectible Figures 02 Box Set is a set of figures based on Kirby as he has appeared in his various titles. There are four figures that are each inspired by the following games: Kirby’s Dream Land, Kirby’s Adventure, Kirby Super Star, and Kirby Star Allies. Each of the figures have a different expression, pose, and slight variation of colors. Some have black and white eyes and others have bright, colorful eyes. Each Kirby in the set holds up a different sign that represents which game its design is based on and each figure has a unique positioning of its arms and legs.
- Product Line: Corocoroid
- Manufacturer: Good Smile Company
- Specifications: 6 Box Set. Painted and non-scale ABS and PVC figures (4 to collect)
- Height (approx.): 60 mm | 2.4"
- Sculptor: SELECT D
About The Characters
The figures above depict Kirby and Waddle Dee. Kirby is a pink alien creature that goes on quests to save their homeland, Planet Popstar, from a number of dangerous threats. Kirby has various attacks they can use on their own and is able to inhale other beings and use their abilities as well. Waddle Dees are native inhabitants of Planet Popstar and common inhabitants of Dream Land. Waddle Dees often appear as enemies, though some friendly exceptions have appeared as well. The Kirby character has shown up in other games and media. For example, one can play as Kirby in the popular fighting video game series Super Smash Bros.
About Kirby
Kirby is classified as an action platformer video game. It was first developed by HAL Laboratory and originally created by the legendary Masahiro Sakurai. Each game has been released exclusively on Nintendo’s consoles. The series’ first entry was released as Kirby's Dream Land on April 27, 1992. The game mostly includes side-scrolling platformers, puzzles, and beat 'em up elements. It was widely successful upon its release and more Kirby games are planned to be released in the future, the latest title being Super Kirby Clash, which came out on September 4, 2019.
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Kirby Paldolce Collection Vol. 2
Corocoroid Kirby Collectible Figures Box Set
The Corocoroid Kirby Collectible Figures 02 Box Set
Kirby Nendoroid Figures
Kirby Label