Moondragon is yet another character that I was first exposed to when reading the Infinity Gauntlet in my formative middle school years. I often blame those stories with souring my love for superhero comics for a solid decade (the constant crossover hype and disjointed story threads left me feeling like an unsatisfied sucker after years of dedicated reading). But at the same time, those stories first exposed me to characters I'm still fascinated with decades later - like Gamora, Nebula, Nova, Mistress Death, and Moondragon. Moondragon has been on my want list for many years, but I was also apprehensive because I didn't expect a toy to capture her essence. And I hate to say it, but I think I was right. While I was happy to finally have a Legends figure of Moondragon, I'm a bit underwhelmed at the result. There's no single improvement I can suggest, but she just seems "meh" to me. I'm reminded of my reaction to the 2017 Polaris figure - it completed the assignment but left me wanting more.
I wish this figure was taller and curvier with a more expressive face and a more dynamic cape. I also think her classic Vampirella-esque "suspenders" outfit is very iconic to the character and it's a shame they chose this alternate design. This sports-bra-costume looks cool in illustrations, but it looks a bit boring in toy form. It says a lot when my favorite images of a toy are the side profile. Her earrings and collar really pop from that angle.
Moondragon's only accessories are an extra pair of hands.
Time for some Comparison Pics!
Here is Moondragon with her pack-mate Drax.
Cheers!
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