1. PVC figure

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Polyvinyl chloride figurines, or PVC figurines, are valuable figurines. They are mostly made of polyvinyl chloride plastic. People who collect things like anime, manga, and video games like to buy PVC figures.
Most of the time, these models show characters from different media. They come in different sizes, styles, and levels of detail.
PVC figures are very popular because they look like the characters in the original art and have a lot of detail. And sometimes pose in ways that catch iconic moments from the original art.

2. Scale Figures

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These are highly detailed, accurately scaled models of anime characters. They range in size from 1/8 scale to the larger 1/4 or 1/6 scale. They are usually posed in dynamic and elaborate poses.
Scale figures are known for their attention to detail, bright colors, and poses. They are meant to show the character’s personality.
They often come with parts that can be switched out, like different faces, hands, and accessories. So owners can change the way they look.
Some scale models also come with elaborate see-through bases to enhance their display.

3. Nendoroids

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Nendoroids are small chibi-style figures known for their interchangeable parts and accessories. They usually come with different faces, guns, and other items that can be used to change the way the figure looks.
Nendoroids are made of various things, like figures from anime, manga, video games, and other places.
There are different kinds of characters in the line. So fans can find figures that fit their interests.

4. Figma/Action Figures

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Figma figures are known for having many moving parts, which lets you pose and show them in different ways.
People who like to gather things and like anime, manga, video games, and other kinds of media like to buy these figures.
Figma figures are known for their attention to detail, high-quality paint jobs, and true portrayals of characters from different shows.
They are generally 1/12 scale or approximately 6 inches (15 cm) tall.

5. Statues

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Statues of anime characters are usually big, non-movable figures that show the characters in certain poses or scenes.
They usually focus on capturing the beauty and detail of the character.
In “Dragonball Z,” the figure of Goku charging Kamehameha shows how powerful and full of energy that moment was.

6. Trading Figures

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These figures are smaller, less detailed, and usually sold in surprise boxes or blind sets. People who buy these toys as collectibles will know which character they will get once they open the box.

Trade figures are usually smaller than traditional action figures and statues. They are usually between 2 and 4 inches tall, which makes them easy to collect and show off in small areas.

Even though trade dolls are small, they are known for their fine details and good paint jobs.
Manufacturers try to catch the character’s spirit while keeping the same quality level.

7. Static Figures

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Static figures are detailed pictures of characters that don’t move. They are often set in a way that shows a scene or moment in animation.

The manufacturer determines the poses of static figures. Unlike action figures, they cannot be repositioned or articulated.
It can be made out of different things, like PVC, poly stone, resin, etc., based on who makes it and how detailed it needs to be.

8. Plushies

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Plush toys, which are also called stuffed animals. They are soft toys made of cloth and filled with cotton, polyester, or other soft materials.
Animals, cartoon characters, movies, video games, and other forms of media, as well as items and even abstract designs, are often made into plush toys.
People of all ages like stuffed animals, often used as toys, decorations, collectibles, and gifts.
Plush toys come in various sizes, from small keychain sizes to life-size.

9. Revoltech

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The Revoltech bobblehead doll has a unique system of joints made up of small ball and socket joints.
These joints are highly articulated, allowing for fluid and complex poses.
Articulation: With the Revoltech joint system, the Revoltech doll can be set in many different ways. It includes action poses, acrobatic moves, and more.

Accessories: Most Revoltech dolls have parts that can be switched out, like hands, faces, guns, and other accessories.
These parts enhance the playability and customization of the model.

10. Prize Figures:

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Prize Figures, also called “prize toys” or “prize bobbleheads.” They are collectible bobbleheads usually won as prizes in arcade games or other forms of fun. It is like crane machines, gaming machines, or sweepstakes.
Most of the time, different companies make these figures. They are cheaper and easier to find than high-end collectibles like scale figurines.
Key features of prize figures include
Affordability: Prize figures are generally cheaper than high-end scale figures and other collectibles. So a wider range of fans can buy them.

Variety of Themes: Prize figures cover a variety of themes, including anime, manga, video games, movies, and other figures. This variety allows collectors to find figures that match their interests.
Quality of Design: Although prize figures may have less detail or skill than premium collectibles, they often still capture the spirit of the characters and scenes they show.

Availability: Prize figures are often sold in places where people go to have fun, like malls, amusement parks, and conferences.

11. Funko Pop Figures

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Funko Pop! toys are known for their unique, stylized designs with big heads, small bodies, and simple faces.
Figures cover a wide range of pop culture topics. It includes movies, TV shows, video games, comics, music, and more.
Funko Pop! Figurines have unique, cute chibi-style patterns and oversized heads and eyes, among other things.

It also covers a wide range of characters from various media franchises. It includes popular movies, TV shows, anime, and video games.
Funko Pop! figures are usually simple, but some come with small accessories related to the character or series.

It is usually sold in a windowed box that displays the bobblehead and protects it simultaneously.

12. Cast-Off/Hentai Figures

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“Cast-off” is a term for collectible figures, especially ones with parts. They can be taken off or switched out (usually clothing) to show different levels of nudity or different designs.
“Hentai” refers to explicit or pornographic material in anime and other related media.
So, “Cast-off/Hentai Figures” refers to collectible figurines. They can be stripped of clothes or body parts to show explicit or sexual material.

Because of how detailed they are, they can be controversial and are governed by different rules and laws in different places. Collectors who want these figures should know about the rules about adult content in their area and be careful when buying and showing them.

13. Resin Figures

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Resin Figures are collectible bobbleheads made from a synthetic material called resin. Resin is a strong material that can make figurines with many detailed details and a wide range of creative options.
Collectors love resin figurines because they have a lot of detail and are made by skilled artists. They can also capture the essence of a character, scene, or item in many ways.

There are many different sizes of resin figurines, from small pieces to bigger, more complicated statues.

14. Model Kits

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Model kits are sets of unassembled and unpainted parts. And hobbyists can use it to make exact copies of things, cars, people, or scenes.
These kits come in a wide range of themes and levels of difficulty, from easy patchwork models for beginners to kits with. So many details that you need to be an expert modeler to make them.

They arrive in part form and need to be built by the user. These include GunPlas, Frame Arms Girl series, and Zoids.

15. Garage Kits

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Garage kits are model kits used by hobbyists to make detailed figures, characters, or items. They are usually made of resin or other materials.

On the other hand, Garage kits are usually made by individual artists or small workshops and may only be made in small numbers.
The name “garage kit” comes from the fact that these kits are usually made in small shops or at home.

Like other model kits, garage kits are sold unassembled and unpainted. The builder must assemble, paint, and finish the kit to produce the final figure or item.

16. Gashapons

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Gashapon, or gachapon or gacha, is a vending machine toy that originated in Japan. These vending machines sell small toys or figures for a small amount of money, usually one or two coins. They can be collected. Gashapons are popular worldwide and linked to many different topics, characters, and franchises.

Gashapon toys are often sold in surprise boxes. You only know what toy is inside once you remove it from the machine.
It adds an element of excitement for collectors.
Gashapons are often given as presents and gifts because they are small, can be collected, and have different themes.