I struggled a lot with buying this Okoye figure because she is so similar to her 2018 version. Yes, she has a completely unique sculpt, but the uniform and overall presentation are the same. And while this figure is technically an improvement, the old figure is still gorgeous and was in no way in need of an update. Don't get me wrong, the character of Okoye is awesome, and this figure is flawless, but if a new character like Aneka or Namora got bumped from Legends consideration for this I would be pretty bummed. I'm assuming this figure mostly exists because her build-a-figure version back in 2018 wasn't as readily available to the masses (plus her role in Wakanda Forever seems to be expanded so she is a marketable face on the toy shelves). I'm excited to see this movie next week and dive deep into the world of Wakanda (and Talokan). From the trailers and merchandise, it also seems to be a heavily female-centric movie - so naturally I'm stoked. Let's check out Okoye below!
Okoye comes with a spear and a blade.
I'm hoping we get Legends figures of Aneka and Namora.
Okoye comes with the Head for the Build-a-Figure Attuma.
Time for some Group and Comparison Pics!
Here she is with her Wakanda Forever wave-mate, Nakia.
And the three ladies from Wakanda Forever so far: Nakia, Ironheart, and Okoye.
Here is Okoye with her 2018 figure from the first Black Panther movie.
Cheers!
I've always liked her character. Don't have the figures but I like the look. Good review and photos.
ReplyDeleteCan always depend on She's Fantastic for the comparison shot! Yeah, I kinda prefer my BAF Okoye, but this one is nice, and it's a chance for folks who didn't get the BAF
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