MOTU Chronicles Confirmed + First Ones Announced + Amazon Listings

Get ready, Masters of the Universe fans! We’ve heard from two anonymous sources that big changes are on the horizon as Mattel is rebranding the beloved Masterverse line under an exciting new banner: Chronicles. This fresh identity is reported to be an update to the branding that kicked off in 2021 and will continue to explore the lore of Eternia. This information also lines up with what was shared at a the Mattel Booth at the May edition of London Comic Con 2025 as they are “relaunching the Masterverse line” and making figures focused on the movies. Kicking off this new era in spine-tingling style is none other than Scareglow, who will appear as the first figure under the “Movie Chronicles” branding. This terrifying specter is set to embody the iconic look from the live-action Masters of the Universe film 2026 and has yet yet be named as an official character. Stay tuned as Mattel reshapes the line and unveils even more Chronicles figures that will dive into every corner of MOTU history—this is one journey through Eternia you won’t want to miss and we can’t wait to see what figure lineup looks like for future of the MOTU Chronicles line. We are not sure if the new line will be called Masterverse Chronicles or just simply “Chronicles” but, like all of the early information we receive and we pass along to you, anything could change between now and February 2026, which is the timeframe when Scareglow should drop! As we get more information on this exciting update, we’ll be sure to pass that along!

MOTU Core

• Ram Man & Fisto (link)
• 4-Pack: (link)
• Roton Vehicle: (link)
• Teela: (link)
• He-Man: (link)
• Skeletor: (link)
• Battle Cat: (link)

Chronicles

Battle Cat – (link)
Man-At-Arms – (link)
Tri-Klops – (link)
Skeletor – (link)

December 4, 2025 Update: MOTU Chronicles Confirmed + First Ones Announced

Huge thanks to Preternia for coming through in a big way and confirming not one, but two major Masters of the Universe initiatives: MOTU Chronicles (which we first reported on) and MOTU First Ones! This is the kind of update that gets my collector brain firing on all cylinders, because we’re finally seeing how Mattel is structuring the brand around the upcoming live-action film. First Ones looks like an all-ages, all-in experience that blends action figures, vehicles, playsets, and role-play items into a single unified line, letting fans recreate Eternia with a level of detail and dynamism that ties directly into the movie. The description paints a picture of designs inspired by the film’s aesthetic, gameplay features that support world-building and storytelling, and products that bring fans right into the epic battles of MOTU. On the collector side, MOTU Chronicles is shaping up to be a premium 5.5-inch line with a sharp focus on accuracy, articulation, and movie inspiration, set to sync with the film’s June 2026 release. The info we first got was the Chronicles figures will be Masterverse size and the articulation lines up with that. With over 30 points of articulation and highly detailed sculpts, this line feels like Mattel’s way of offering a deeper, more authentic look at the characters while still keeping everything scale-compatible with other MOTU lines. Huge shoutout again to Preternia for surfacing this roadmap, because this gives us our clearest look yet at what’s coming, and it’s shaping up to be a monumental new era for Masters of the Universe collectors and fans.

FIRST ONES

• MOTU First Ones offers a complete experience for fans, combining action figures, vehicles, playsets, and role-play items in a single line, allowing you to recreate the Masters of the Universe universe with great detail and dynamism.
• Inspired by the upcoming live-action film, each product captures the essence of Eternia and transports fans directly to the most epic battles in the MOTU world.
• With gameplay options that encourage collecting, building, and telling stories of heroes and villains.
• Detailed designs that reflect the magic and strength of MOTU.
• Fun and action for fans of all ages.

CHRONICLES

• MOTU Chronicles is a premium line aimed at collectors, inspired by the upcoming live-action Masters of the Universe movie coming in June 2026.
• Each figure measures 5.5 inches and is designed with a high level of detail that faithfully captures the essence of the characters.
• With over 30 points of articulation, collectors can recreate dynamic poses and action-packed scenes.
• The scale and design make the figures fit perfectly with other MOTU lines.
• An essential option for fans seeking authenticity and versatility in their collection

Scareglow Trademark Renewal: May 29, 2025

Exciting news for fans of the darker corners of Eternia—Scareglow, the spectral specter of Skeletor’s evil warriors, has had his trademark officially renewed, signaling potential plans for his return in one of Mattel’s modern lines. While nothing has been confirmed, the renewal opens the door for a reimagined version in the Masterverse line, where classic characters get fresh design twists rooted in early concept art and alternative designs. Either way, this move suggests Mattel hasn’t forgotten about one of the most fan-favorite and mysterious characters in the MOTU mythos—and we could be one step closer to seeing him glow again as he will be showing up in the MOTU Masterverse Chronicles line.

Scare Glow Masterverse Tease

Scare Glow was recently teased on the Masterverse Ninjor box, giving us a hint as to what is to come. A vintage style Scareglow can be seen on the right side of the packaging. He seems to be laughing and standing at the outside of Castle Grayskull! He has his green Halbert staff in his hands and has his signature purple cape.

In 2009, the MOTU Classics Scareglow was released. He was a beautiful homage to the vintage original complete with his Halbert staff and glow in the dark skeleton body with black painted bones. He also came with a key to unlock the secret entrance to Castle Grayskull. We had received an incredible Revelation version of Scareglow early in the line, but it left me wanting more. Taking a look at the MOTU Classics version of Scareglow might help inform us of what he might look like.