200x MOTU Origins Prince Adam Hi Res Package Art Reveal
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Today, brucemode and dc_alonso_colorist revealed the next figure in Wave 3, with the official 200x MOTU Origins hi res package art reveal for Prince Adam. Prince Adam is caught mid stride as he drives forward with his sword arm raised, his vest flaring open and boots kicking up debris as he moves through the scene. Behind him, Whiplash bursts out of the shadows with his jaws open wide and arms outstretched, while tri-Klops steps in from the side firing a bright green energy blast from his eye as Trap Jaw lurks in the background. So let’s take a look at the 200x MOTU Origins Prince Adam hi res package art reveal!
According to: brucemode and dc_alonso_colorist:
The heroic “secret identity” of He-Man, Prince Adam. Based on the 200x animated series, MOTU Cartoon Collection.
Art Director & package Designer: Bruce Reyes
Illustrator: Wellinton Alves
Colorist: David Alonso
Product Design: Sam Pak
Copy Writer: Melissa Karlin
Package Engineer: Lawrence Pukhrambam
This is the card back from the Prince Adam 200x MOTU Origins Cartoon Collection, with artwork inspired by the 2002 episode “The Courage of Adam,” a key story that puts the spotlight on Adam stepping up without becoming He Man. Next to the cross sell, he is shown holding his scepter in hand, which ties directly into that episode and reinforces the idea of Adam relying on his own resolve rather than transformation, and I really like seeing that specific story moment reflected here.
Check out the 360 degree view of the packaging:
Card Art Teases
200x Trap Jaw
Trap Jaw’s appearance in the MYP animated is much more intimidating and menacing. Keeping in line with his character portrayal from the 1980’s Filmation cartoon, he is still portrayed as another of Skeletor’s bumbling henchman. The MYP series did a great job of harkening back to the Filmation cartoon as one episode featured Trap Jaw trying to obtain the mineral Eternium. We finally get the back stroy on Trap Jaw from the minicomic which shows him to have once been a blue-skinned criminal named Kronis. Challening Skeletor’s right to command, Kronis built up an army and tried to overthrow Skeletor, but, in the battle, Kronis was badly injured. Seeing that Kronis could still be of use, Skeletor ordered Tri-Klops to repair him, turning him into the Trap Jaw we know today.
The 200x version of Trap Jaw is one of the more outstanding figures from the line! Covered with scars and stitches, this figure does a great job at showing his backstory as the damage he suffered undergoing repairs from Tri-Klops is shown all over his body. Appearing more robot than and less like an organic being, Trap Jaw’s left hand and the tops of his thighs appear to be mechanical and his shoulder armor takes on a more studded, battle damaged look. The vintage figure, however, has a very simple robotic arm and his updated arm is oversized and huge, covered with wires, armor plating, and all sorts of technical goodies. The headsculpt is frightening as it looks like it was actually lopped off in battle. His skin has a more zombie, post apocalyptic texture to it with a shade of deep lime green to complete the look. We could really see Mattel making this version of Trap Jaw fantastic in an Origins sculpt given the highly detailed and oversized robotic arm, which would set him apart from the original Origins figure.
200x Whiplash
Whiplash was featured in the MYP animated series as we get a glimpse into this background. Unlike the 80’s Filmation cartoon where he played a more significant role, Whiplash relegated mostly to background appearances that had little dialogue, no personality, and they really leaned on giving him a more thug like role. With respect to his backstory:
“we see that he is from a race of underground-dwelling reptile creatures called the Caligars, who inhabit Subternia and are caught in permanent dispute with their Subternian neighbours, the bat-like Speleans. The Caligars are shown to be a generally peaceful race, who regard Whiplash as a traitor since he joined Skeletor’s forces.”
Whiplash Wiki Grayskull
Whiplash’s 200x figure appearance is much more wider and more substantial than his previous 80’s incarnation. He features oversized muscles muscular and studded loin armor, which goes along with the overall look of the line. His design really plays into the Caligars look and the inspiration seems to come from crocodiles and alligators as his scales and crackled skin appear all over his body. It also looks like he is clad in reptilian chest and shoulder armor. Whiplash’s head sculpt has a much more sinister and intense appearance and they got rid of that goofy looking tooth in the middle of his mouth that plagued the vintage figure.
Prince Adam Official Images
The figure captures Prince Adam in his 200x-style design, featuring a short red vest over a crisp white tunic and a brown belt with a circular gold buckle. His lavender pants contrast nicely with the brown boots and gloves that match his wrist bracers. The sculpt includes his 200x defined musculature and comes with a yellow accessory.
From different angles, the layered belts and bracers show nice depth and texture, while the soft expression on his face captures the animated look. The boots and pants have a smooth matte finish that ties the 200x aesthetic together cleanly.
These action poses show off Prince Adam’s articulation and balance, with one stance ready for motion and the other highlighting his upper-body strength. The yellow mace is held firmly in both shots, showing the figure’s grip detail and flexibility with different poses.
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