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Hetalia: Axis Powers - Figures

Hetalia: Axis Powers Hetalia is a Japanese webcomic that was later adapted into a manga and anime series. The series, written by Hidekaz Himaruya, is often a satirical allegory of political and historical events and cultural comparisons. Each character is a personification of a country, such as the United States, Russia, and Japan. The main cast of the series is made up of countries that were part of the Axis and Allied powers of World War II. The Hetalia series began as a webcomic, but six manga volumes were published between 2006 and 2013. The original anime adaptation quickly followed the manga's release, with its initial release beginning in January 2009. There are several Hetalia: Axis Powers figures available for purchase online for this series. Some of the options are the Nendoroid USA: World Stars, the Nendoroid UK: The World Twinkle, and the Japan: The World Twinkle 1/8 scale figure.

Hetalia: Axis Powers USA: Nendoroid World Stars Figure

This Nendoroid figure from the USA stands approximately 3.9 inches tall. He comes with three different face plates as well as a wide range of accessories. Some of the notable accessories are his glasses, hamburger, drink, star, and an alien he can pose with. The face plates have a few different expression options. One shows him giving a confident wink, another is for eating, and the last is a cute, bewildered face. He also comes with several different arm, leg, hand, and shoulder parts so fans can have different ways to pose him. This Nendoroid figure from the USA comes pre-painted with a stand included, so it's ready to display upon arrival.

Product Name: Nendoroid Hetalia: World Stars USA (Reprise)
Series: Hetalia: World Stars
Product Line: Nendoroid
Manufacturer: Orange Rouge
Sculptor: Masuda Hideo
Features: Painted, articulated, non-scale ABS and PVC figure with optional parts and stand
Figure Height: 100mm | 3.9"

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Hetalia: Axis Powers: Japan: The World Twinkle 1/8 Scale Figure

This 1/8 scale figure stands approximately 7.9 inches tall. He stands with his sword sheathed in his hand, seemingly ready to draw at any moment. His expression is true to the original, calm and calculated as he stands confident and ready. The gold details of his outfit are very striking, standing out against his amber eyes. The ties that swing beneath his sword convey a lot of movement, a subtle detail to bring it all to life. He also comes with a stand with a scattered cherry blossom motif. This figure comes pre-painted, so fans can easily display him with their collections.

Product Name: Hetalia: The Twinkle World Japan 1/8 Scale Figure
Series: Hetalia: The World Sparkles
Manufacturer: Broccoli
Sculptor: Poly-Jouets
Painting: Nana Moriyama (Revolve)
Features: Painted, non-articulated, non-scale, ABS and PVC figure, 1/8 scale, with stand
Figure Height: 200mm | 7.9"

Hetalia: Axis Powers UK: The Twinkle World Nendoroid

This adorable Nendoroid figure from the UK has a lot of personality. Measuring approximately 3.9 inches tall, it comes with three different face plates as well as a series of accessories. The available face plates are a confident expression, a tsundere expression, and a shocked screaming expression. Its accessories include a tea set, a fairy, and a burnt scone for fans to pose it with. It comes with a special round base decorated with a large rose. This Nendoroid figure from the UK also comes with many different hand and arm parts, perfect for posing. This figure comes pre-painted with all the bells and whistles for fans to enjoy.

Product Name: Nendoroid Hetalia: The World Twinkle United Kingdom
Series: Hetalia: The World Sparkles
Product Line: Nendoroid
Manufacturer: Orange Rouge
Sculptor: Masuda Hideo
Features: Painted, articulated, non-scale ABS and PVC figure with optional parts and stand
Figure Height: 100mm | 3.9"

Hetalia: Axis Powers Series History

Hetalia: Axis Powers is a historical comedy series that focuses on various events that occurred during World War II. The main storyline of the Hetalia: Axis Powers anime revolves around Italy and its fall from power. Despite being one of the most powerful empires in the world, Italy falls from grace and becomes a pasta-loving coward. He spends time with his friends, who are personified other countries, as they experience moments in world history. The series focuses on the personified countries and their reactions to various historical events, holidays, and their interactions with each other.

Hetalia: Axis Powers Series Development

Hetalia: Axis Powers originally began as a webcomic series written by Hidekaz Himaruya. It was later adapted into a manga and anime and has since received critical acclaim. In fact, both printed manga volumes topped The New York Times Bestselling Manga List. Despite the overwhelmingly positive reception in the Western world, its release didn't sit well with everyone. The anime was deemed offensive to South Koreans, and a petition garnered over 16,000 signatures to have it banned. It ultimately never aired in South Korea.