Bow Wave 26 MOTU Origins Cartoon Collection In Hand Images

Finally we have the last figure from the MOTU Origins Cartoon Collection Wave 26 for an in hand review, thanks to Mr. Home Arcade! This time he has shared in-hand images of Bow from the Wave 26 figure assortment, giving collectors an up-close preview of Adora’s sweetheart! This wave was officially revealed back in April 2025, and Bow has got to be the most anticipated figure in this wave, at least for me anyway! We finally get to see Now that figures from this long-anticipated assortment are landing in collectors’ hands, it’s the perfect time to revisit the details and celebrate their arrival. Also, be sure to check out Mr. Home Arcade‘s video review on his YouTube Channel!

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The packaging for Bow in the MOTU Origins Cartoon Collection presents the character in a nostalgic and vibrant display inspired by his animated appearance from She-Ra: Princess of Power. Bow showcased prominently in a clear blister bubble and the figure comes equipped with his signature golden bow and features bright, bold colors with a red heart emblem at the center of his chest. On the back of the packaging, Bow is shown in posed shots with his accessories, alongside cross-sell images of Whiplash and Shadow Weaver, completing the Wave 26 assortment.

The card art for Bow in the MOTU Origins Cartoon Collection recreates a heroic scene from the She-Ra: Princess of Power episode “Bow’s Magical Gift.” Positioned in the foreground, Bow is depicted mid-action, drawing his golden bow with a determined expression as he takes aim at Shadow Weaver, who is conjuring a spell alongside Grizzlor in the background. The lush forest setting and dynamic poses add cinematic energy to the illustration, while Glimmer appears behind Bow.

This Cartoon Collection version of Bow looks like he stepped right out of the cartoon! He comes complete with his bow and arrow of course! Bow was recently teased on Leech’s cardback and we knew that this figure would be coming to the line eventually. Bow is renowned as the best archer in all of Etheria. Equipped with an array of trick arrows, he uses his skills of illusion and his fierce patriotism for Etheria to fight the Evil Horde. Bow is also Princess Adora’s right hand man and best friend. He is wearing a plastic cape that looks great on him.

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Here we can see Bow from front and rear. It’s great to finally get a cartoon accurate rendition of Bow in this vintage scale and build.

Views of Bow from right and left.

Finally we can see Bow going up against Beat Man as She-Ra watches on.

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Packout shown below.

Bow is depicted as a master archer and is considered the skilled marksman of the Great Rebellion. He is known for his accuracy and can hit targets with great precision from long distances. He wields a magical bow, which is powered by the Moonstone embedded in its center. This magical weapon allows him to shoot energy arrows, helping him in battles against enemies. In terms of appearance, Bow has a muscular build, often seen wearing a turquoise and purple outfit with feather-like shoulder pads and a distinctive hat. He is depicted as a blonde-haired character with a playful and charismatic demeanor, often cracking jokes and lightening the mood during serious situations.

Glimmer Concept

Thanks to the incredibly talented Eternal Customs on Facebook, this image shows a concept figure of Glimmer, the heroic daughter of Queen Angella from She-Ra: Princess of Power. The figure is styled in a Filmation-inspired design, featuring a purple and blue color scheme true to her animated appearance.

She has pink hair with a small tiara-like jewel on her forehead, a lavender and violet bodysuit accented with bright blue shoulder guards, belt, and chest jewel. Her gloves and boots are also rendered in a matching violet tone, and her overall appearance aligns with the aesthetics of the MOTU Origins Cartoon Collection, suggesting she could be a strong candidate for a future release in the line. In fact, we had heard from anonymous sources that Glimmer was coming to the Cartoon Collection so we are hoping her plastic release soon!

Glimmer

Glimmer is the Princess of Bright Moon, the very beautiful daughter of Queen Angella and King Micah. She was the original leader of the Great Rebellion of Etheria until Adora took over and helped to establish much of its support structure. One of the main characters when you think of the Great Rebellion, Glimmer has been made into action figure twice thus far, once for the vintage Princess of Power line of the 1980’s and next in the MOTU Classics line in the mid 2000’s. Let’s take a closer look below.

Final Fright Mini Comic

The cover of the Final Fright mini comic, included with the MOTU Origins Cartoon Collection Wave 26 assortment, is a bold and dynamic illustration that brings the characters of this wave front and center. At the heart of the composition is She-Ra, confidently holding her Sword of Protection, flanked by Bow on the right with his golden bow drawn, and Whiplash looming menacingly on the left. Shadow Weaver floats alongside them in a dramatic spellcasting pose, her gnarled hand and wand with dark magic. The artwork channels vintage Filmation energy, brought to life by writer Joshua Sky, who continues to expand the lore for the Cartoon Collection through incredible storytelling!

Pages 1 and 2 of the Final Fright mini comic set the stage with a recap of the Horde Invasion saga, where Hordak launched a brutal campaign on Etheria and Eternia, besieging the Crystal Castle and nearly defeating the Masters of the Universe. With Skeletor captured and He-Man having traveled to Primus to rally his future self, the tide turned and Hordak’s armada was destroyed, freeing She-Ra and her allies. Now, He-Man and She-Ra prepare for a daring rescue mission in the Fright Zone to save Skeletor. As the heroes gather, Bow joins the charge, and the team braces for battle amid a stormy landscape. Meanwhile, Hordak faces pressure from the Overseers of Despondos, who question his failing campaign as a massive serpent beast attacks. The tension builds as Hordak declares his trap is already in motion, planning to reclaim dominion once the Masters fall. The Horde Command Crawler, Mantisaur, and the Fright Zone creature are all featured!

Pages 3 and 4 of the Final Fright mini comic escalate the battle as Skeletor emerges from the portal with renewed power, defiantly declaring Despondos a mere stepping stone on his path to universal domination. Meanwhile, Bow is wounded by Shadow Weaver’s dark magic, his fate left in limbo as he falls into a state between life and death. The heroes clash with a monstrous serpent, which retreats after a fierce assault from He-Man and Bow, but not without injury. Shadow Weaver is revealed to be the mastermind behind the creature’s attack and the larger scheme, manipulating events from the shadows. As He-Man confronts Skeletor, he urges peace, but Skeletor—paralyzed and urged on by Hordak—faces a choice: to prove loyalty to darkness or reclaim his identity. With his pride intact, Skeletor defiantly rejects Hordak’s command, declaring, “Skeletor serves no one!” in a bold act of resistance.

Pages 5 and 6 of the mini comic Final Fright depict the climactic confrontation between She-Ra, He-Man, Skeletor, and Hordak. Shadow Weaver retreats, abandoning Hordak, while Skeletor considers joining forces with his niece and nephew. She-Ra’s words strike a chord with him, and as they unite, He-Man and She-Ra summon their combined power. A massive energy blast sends Hordak spiraling into a green void as a booming voice condemns him to eternal imprisonment in Despondos and severing his hand in the process. Skeletor, briefly seized by Hordak in desperation, is freed when Hordak is vanquished. As silence falls and the threat subsides, Skeletor quietly walks away, leaving the heroes to reflect. She-Ra wonders how things might have been different, remarking, “We are family after all,” as the story closes with a somber but hopeful tone.

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