This is a reissue series in which they took existing molds from past X-Men lines and added new accessories to create a fresh twist on beloved characters. Many of these accessories made little sense to the actual character, resembling a mixed bag of items that were originally used with other figures in the past. For instance, certain accessories appeared to belong to entirely different contexts or storylines, leaving collectors puzzled about their relevance. Most notable is that the figures in this series came with cards that were reprints of the chase suspended animation cards from 1995 Fleer Ultra X-Men. Originally, these cards were made from an acetate plastic material, giving them a unique semi-transparent quality that added to their charm and collectability. The reissue cards in this set were made of standard card stock, a shift that sparked debate among collectors about authenticity and value; arguably, these reprint cards are now harder to find than the originals, as they often elicit nostalgia and curiosity among new and seasoned fans alike. This blend of old and new reflects the ongoing love for the X-Men franchise and its ability to reinvent itself while paying homage to its rich history.
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• Beast
UPC: 0-35112-43130-5
Figure Number: 43130
Accessories: Hanging Bar, Gun
Action Gimmick: Mutant Flipping Power
Flavor Text: Blue-furred and boisterous, the Beast’s monstrous exterior conceals the fact that he possesses the mind of an articulate, well-read genius! Ever ready to answer the call should either man or mutant be in peril, the Beast employs both his dexterous digits and his scientific skills as a member of the X-Men!
Variations: None
Additional Notes: This is a reissue of Series 6 Beast with an added machine gun from G.W. Bridge.
• Cyclops
UPC: 0-35112-43128-2
Figure Number: 43128
Accessories: Hovercraft
Action Gimmick: Light-Up Optic Blast
Flavor Text: The man called Cyclops possesses the uncanny mutant ability to fire beams of devastating energy from his eyes. These optic blasts are so powerful that they can only effectively harnessed by a special ruby-quartz visor designed by Professor X. Over the years, Cyclops has grown from a sullen, withdrawn loner into the cool, confident, capable leader of the X-Men’s Blue Strike Force!
Variations: None
Additional Notes: This is a reissue of Series 5 Cyclops
• Gambit
UPC: 0-35112-43127-5
Figure Number: 43127
Accessories: Staff, Bandolier, Cape
Action Gimmick: Power Kick Action
Flavor Text: Gambit has the mutant ability to take the energy of any object and put it to his own use. That use usually means turning the object into a deadly weapon. Gambit is a martial arts expert with a lightning-fast karate kick. When battling multiple attackers, Gambit relies on his Techno-Battle-Staff for additional assault power.
Variations: None
Additional Notes: This is a reissue of Series 2 Gambit adding a bandolier and Longshot’s throwing knives.
• Magneto
UPC: 0-35112-43131-2
Figure Number: 43131
Accessories: Club, Harpoons x3
Action Gimmick: Super Spark Action
Flavor Text: Magneto is the awesome leader of the Evil Mutants. The X-Men consider him the most dangerous Evil mutant alive, and with good reason! As the master of magnetism, Magneto can with the merest thought use his power to shatter a battleship. Magneto wants to rule earth and make all mankind his slaves. Only the X-Men have the power to stop him!
Variations: None
Additional Notes: This is a reissue of Series 2 Magneto adding a Ahab’s harpoons and a Stryfe’s club from the X-Force Series.
• Storm
UPC: 0-35112-43129-9
Figure Number: 43129
Accessories: Lighting Bolt x2
Action Gimmick: Power Glow Action
Flavor Text: Super-villains have learned that Storm is perhaps the most dangerous X-Man of all because she can control weather! With a quick mental command, Storm can create anything from a simple shower to a raging hurricane and can command the winds to carry her anywhere. She is a master of unarmed combat, though she prefers to use lightning bolts and wind to stun and disarm super-villains.
Variations: None
Additional Notes: This is a reissue of Series 1 Storm with an extra lightning bolt.
• Wolverine
UPC: 0-35112-43126-8
Figure Number: 43126
Accessories: Blaster, Sword, Double Blade
Action Gimmick: Spring-out Slashing Claws
Flavor Text: His super-sharp adamantium claws can slash through steel. His mutant healing ability can men even the worst wounds in minutes. He’s Wolverine, the best at what he does and what he does best is fight Evil Mutants! With his frighteningly fierce fighting style, enemies claim Wolverine is more animal than mutant. But when things gets deadly, his fellow X-Men know he’s the best friend they have!
Variations: None
Additional Notes: This is a reissue of Series 2 Wolverine adding his Sword from Series 1 and Sabretooth’s pronged blade.
