Arcane, a CG animation that was released on Netflix in 2021, became a hot topic at the time. Although the work is set in the world of the game League of Legends (LoL), it was highly praised even by people who were not familiar with LoL, and captivated many viewers.
With the long-awaited sequel to Arcane set to be released in November of this year, and fans' expectations are building, today we would like to introduce a product of the "Wind-Up Monkey," the explosive weapon used by Arcane's main character Powder in the game.
Arcane Tales
Arcane is set in the progressive city of Piltover, where the wealthy live and thrive thanks to scientific advances and trade, and the underground city of Zaun, where crime and poverty are rampant, and tells the story of the conflict between the protagonist sisters Powder (later Jinx) and Vi.
The sisters lost their parents in the war when they were young and became orphans, and were raised by Vander, a bar owner in the slums of Zaun. However, a major incident caused the two to part ways and each to walk a different path. The incident that triggered this was the Windup Monkey.
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Outer box design
The first thing to note is the design of the outer box.
The box has a two-layer structure, and the outer box contains text that depicts the inner conflict of a child, Powder, as he transforms into the crazy bomber Jinx. The design is partially hollowed out, allowing you to see the inner box.
The outer box has a dark atmosphere, while the inner box is dotted with cute doodle illustrations of Powder's inventions, making for a fun contrasting design.
Windup Monkey Body
When you open the box, the first thing you see is the Wind Up Monkey itself.
There is a hole on his back for inserting the winding rod, and by pressing the button on his back above it, he moves forward while playing the cymbals. His eyes glow red, and the Hextech crystal hanging from his neck also glows blue.
Press the button on the back once to light it up, press it a second time and it will start walking with a cymbal crashing action while making a sound. Press it again to stop the movement and light.
In the game, Monkey has several Hextech crystals installed in his body that explode when struck, and this product faithfully recreates the pale blue light leaking from his neck.
pedestal
Next is the base for displaying the Wind Up Monkey.
The base is designed to resemble the corroded pipes of Zaun, and also features a monkey design. This design glows blue with LEDs, evoking a scene from the anime.
Bonus Items
In addition to the Wind Up Monkey, this product comes with several bonus items.
1. Postcard: This postcard features an illustration of a bridge between Piltover, the "City of Progress" that continues to thrive through the power of science, and Zaun, an underground city that has become a slum. There is also powder graffiti on the back.
② Stickers: A set of four stickers with a neon graffiti design, which is Arcane's signature art style.
③ Coasters: The set includes four coasters from The Last Drop, a bar run by Powder's foster father, Vander, with Powder's doodles on both sides.
"Powder's Wind Up Monkey" is a must-have collector's item for Arcane fans. This product faithfully reproduces an important scene from the anime, and its elaborate design and multi-functional gimmicks make it stand out even more, especially when it lights up in the dark. In addition to the main unit, it also comes with a number of bonus Arcane items, making it a must-have for fans.
An introductory video for Powder's Wind Up Monkey is also available on the YouTube channel "Is Pochi e Desu ka?"
If you're interested in seeing how this product actually works and lights up, be sure to check out the video.
lastly
With Season 2 set to air in November and many fans rewatching Arcane, why not get your hands on this special item? It's a great chance to relive the story of Powder and Vi and get closer to the world of the anime ahead of the new season.
Windup monkey in powder
Sales price: 32,550 yen (tax included)
Ages: 14 and up
[Product Specifications]
- LED light up display base
- Light up eyes and jewels
- Walking and cymbal crashing action
- Removable winding key
- Instructions
- Postcard, sticker and coaster set
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