Sword Art Online - Figures
Sword Art Online (SAO) became a great success since the publication of its original light novel in 2009, although it was with its anime adaptation in 2012 when it experienced a larger impact on the otaku industry nationally and internationally. The complex relationship between the virtual world and the human psyche presented by SAO has been flattered by critics. In figures based on the series, their sophisticated costumes and elaborate weapons are very successful and people enjoy these figures immensely. There are many SAO characters represented in figures such as Asuna, Yui, Alice Zuberg or LLENN are available. Here are a few popular examples that include “Sword Art Online: Alicization Goddess of Creation Stacia Asuna 1/8 Scale Figure”, “ESPRESTO est Extra Motions Sword Art Online: Integral Factor Kirito” and “figma Sword Art Online II Leafa”.
Sword Art Online: Alicization Goddess of Creation Stacia Asuna 1/8 Scale Figure
This figure shows Asuna with the costume she wears during Sword Art Online: Alicization. She is wearing the avatar outfit of her “Goddess of Creation Stacia” super account to log in to the Underworld. She is lifted slightly up in the air by a transparent purple effect and has her arms raised, holding her sword, Radiant Light, and rises in the air to prepare for battle. Her dress has great detail and is composed of light pink and silver colors. Her long, smooth orange hair rises by the action of the movement and her big orange eyes stare determinedly at the enemy. It is a captivating beautiful figure.
- Release date: October 2020
- Manufacturer: Genco
- Sculptor: Yuuko-n (knead)
- Specifications: Painted, non-articulated, 1/8 scale PVC & ABS figure with stand
- Height (approx.): 246 mm / 9.7’’
ESPRESTO est Extra Motions Sword Art Online: Integral Factor Kirito
This figure shows Kirito holding his two glowing swords in attack position. His pose is very dynamic as he has one foot suspended in the air and has his body flexed with both arms crossed and a transparent blue ombre effect involving him. He is wearing his well-known black suit with white details and a long black cape. His swords shine brightly in an intense blue color. Its economic price and the extraordinary detail of the figure make it an essential addition to any Sword Art Online collection.
- Release date: April 2020
- Manufacturer: Banpresto
- Specifications: Painted, non-articulated, non-scale figure
- Height (approx.): 23 cm / 9.1’’
figma Sword Art Online II Leafa
This figure shows the avatar character Leafa wearing her famous green, white and brown suit. Her long blonde hair is decorated with a striking green crown. Her green wings are large and allow her to reach great heights tirelessly. This figure includes a multitude of accessories as it comes with 3 types of facial expressions: a smiling expression, a courageous shouting face and a cute embarrassed expression. It also comes with a long sword and the medallion for which she uses to obtain Excalibur. Also, it has a figma stand and a separate pair of hands that can be used to hold hands with the Kirito ALO figma figure. It is a very dynamic figure that can be articulated in multiple positions. Combined with the figure of Kirito, together they can recreate iconic scenes of the series. The love between siblings is reflected in the charisma and beauty of their figures.
- Release date: February 2017
- Manufacturer: Max Factory
- Sculptor: Max Factory (Naoya Takahashi, Naoki Satou)
- Specifications: Painted, articulated, non-scale ABS & PVC figure with accessory parts and stand
- Height (approx.): 135 mm / 5.3’’
About the Characters
Some of the best-known characters in the extensive Sword Art Online series are Kirito, Asuna and Leafa. Kazuto Kirigaya, also known as Kirito, is the protagonist of the series. The great abilities that he displays in each game and the interesting relationships he created with other characters made him extremely popular among fans. Asuna is the main heroine in the series. In the real world, her name is Asuna Yuuki. She became one of the most beloved characters of SAO because of her incredible beauty and her battle skills. Leafa is the avatar that Kirito’s cousin uses to play in ALfheim Online. She has a very active and serious attitude. She is also understanding and always tries to protect Kirito.
About Sword Art Online
The anime adaptation of Sword Art Online is produced by Kazuma Miki, directed by Tomohiko Ito and began broadcasting on Tokyo MX, GTV, and GYT in July 2012. In 2022, the massive virtual reality online game Sword Art Online releases to immediate success. However, an unexpected event happens. On the first day of server startup, the creator of the game traps every player inside the game. While people are panicking, he proposes a challenge. In order to log out the game they must reach the 100th floor of the game and defeat the final boss. But, if their avatar dies in the video game, their physical body will die in the real world as well.
Links
Sword Art Online: Alicization Goddess of Creation Stacia Asuna 1/8 Scale Figure
ESPRESTO est Extra Motions Sword Art Online: Integral Factor Kirito
figma Sword Art Online II Leafa
Asuna Figures
Sword Art Online Label