Toys - Guardians of the Galaxy vol. 3 : Focus on the Hot Toys Groot Deluxe collectible figurine

By Mulder, 25 may 2023

Ready to go on the one last ride with Guardians of the Galaxy? Our tree-looking hero and his intergalactic team embarks on their final mission to protect both the universe and each other. Groot has done a lot of growing up his last appearance in the holiday special, now he uses his new body changes and more advanced skills to help protecting his family. As anticipation continues to gear up for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.3, Hot Toys is extremely excited to reveal the 1/6th scale Groot collectible figure (Deluxe Version) to take fans on this final space tour!

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 is a 2023 American superhero film based on the Marvel Comics superhero team Guardians of the Galaxy, produced by Marvel Studios, and distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures. It is the sequel to Guardians of the Galaxy (2014) and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (2017), and the 32nd film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). It was written and directed by James Gunn, and features an ensemble cast including Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldaña, Dave Bautista, Karen Gillan, Pom Klementieff, Vin Diesel, Bradley Cooper, Will Poulter, Sean Gunn, Chukwudi Iwuji, Linda Cardellini, Nathan Fillion, and Sylvester Stallone. In the film, the Guardians embark on a mission to protect Rocket (Cooper) from the High Evolutionary (Iwuji).

The highly-accurate Groot figure is crafted based on his appearance in the movie, features a newly developed head sculpt and three interchangeable face sculpts with amazing likeness. Detail recreation of his distinctive body physique highlighting the real-like moss and tree texture. Also features sculpted weapons and accessories such as heavy pistols, detonator, and a themed figure stand. In addition, the Deluxe Version comes with more accessories to bring a stronger version of him to life. Include more pistols, an interchangeable tree textured torso and his bendable branching arms for dynamic poses, and a small branching legs that can be displayed with Groot’s different face sculpts. Gather your Guardians beginning from this powerful Groot figure!

The 1/6th scale Groot Collectible Figure (Deluxe Version) specially features:
- Authentic and detailed likeness of Groot from Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
- Three newly developed interchangeable face sculpts captures different expressions
- Movie-accurate facial expression and detailed tree texture
- Approximately 32.5 cm tall
- Newly developed unique body with over 20 points of articulations
- Realistic mossy-look that imitates Groot’s special physique feature
- One interchangeable tree textured torso***
- Six branching arms (with bendable wire; attachable to interchangeable tree textured torso) ***
- Six pieces of interchangeable hands including:
- One pair of relaxed hands
- One pair of weapon holding hands
- One pair of fist
- Twelve pieces of sprouts (attachable to body)
- Each piece of face sculpt is specially hand-painted

Weapons:
- Six pistols***
- Two heavy pistols

Accessories:
- One small branching legs (interchangeable face sculpts attachable) ***
- One detonator
- Specially designed movie-themed figure stand and movie logo

Release date: Approximately Q2 – Q3, 2024

*Prototype shown is not final, pending licensor approval
**Product details are subject to change without further notice

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 premiered at Disneyland Paris on April 22, 2023, and was released in the United States on May 5, 2023, as part of Phase Five of the MCU. It has received positive reviews from critics and has grossed over $670 million worldwide, becoming the third-highest-grossing film of 2023.

Synopsis :
Our favorite band of misfits has changed somewhat. Peter Quill, still mourning the loss of Gamora, must rally his team to defend the universe and protect one of his own. If he fails, this mission could well mark the end of the Guardians as we know them.

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
Written and directed by James Gunn
Based on Marvel Comics
Produced by Kevin Feige
Starring Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldaña, Dave Bautista, Karen Gillan, Pom Klementieff, Vin Diesel, Bradley Cooper, Will Poulter, Sean Gunn, Chukwudi Iwuji, Linda Cardellini, Nathan Fillion, Sylvester Stallone
Cinematography : Henry Braham
Edited by Fred Raskin, Greg D'Auria
Music by John Murphy
Production company : Marvel Studios
Distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures
Release dates : April 22, 2023 (Disneyland Paris), May 5, 2023 (United States)
Running time : 150 minutes