The ToyBiz X-Men Series 4 line, released in 1993, marked another major step in the evolution of the X-Men toy franchise, blending comic-accurate designs with the visual style popularized by X-Men: The Animated Series. This wave stood out for introducing a diverse mix of mutants—both heroes and villains—each featuring unique sculpts, bright paint applications, and signature action features. Each figure came carded with dynamic comic-style artwork and often included a mini trading card, a staple of ToyBiz’s early X-Men releases. Series 4 also reflected ToyBiz’s growing ambition—offering better articulation, improved sculpting, and more intricate action gimmicks compared to previous waves. As part of the expanding early ’90s X-Men toy boom, Series 4 helped keep the line fresh for collectors and kids alike, solidifying ToyBiz’s reputation as the defining maker of Marvel action figures during this golden era.
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• Apocalypse 2 Edition
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UPC: 0-35112-49133-0
Figure Code: 4913
Accessories: Claw Arm, Weapon Arm, Hoses x2
Action Gimmick: Interchangeable Arms
Flavor Text: The megalomaniacal mutant villain known as Apocalypse believes that total war between humans and mutants is inevitable. In order to weed out those he feels are weak and unsuitable for the coming conflict, he manipulates mutants into battling one another, calculating that with the help of the strongest and most ruthless survivors he can conquer the world and become ruler of all – both man and mutant!
Variations & Reissues:
- Walmart Exclusive 2 Pack – Reissue; No Change
- Marvel Universe 5″ Series 9 – Reissue; No Change
- Amazing Heroes – Reissue; No Change
- X-Men Triple Pack – Reissue; No Change
Additional Notes: The hoses for this Apocalypse are often missing when searching for loose figures. They are not mentioned on the packaging at all and were very easy to loose.
• Bishop
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UPC: 0-35112-49113-2
Figure Code: 4911
Accessories: Gun, Quick Draw Gun
Action Gimmick: Quick Weapon Release
Flavor Text: Accidentally wrenched back through several decades by the time-twisting evil mutant named Fitzroy, Bishop arrived in our era from one of Earth’s many possible futures. Bishop survived the battle that followed, thanks to his mutant ability to absorb the energy attacks of others and turn that power back against his foes. Stranded in our time, Bishop has added his might to that of the present-day X-Men by joining their Gold Team!
Variations & Reissues:
- X-Men Series 4 – Original Mold
- Canadian Four Pack B – Reissue; No Change
- Walmart Exclusive 2 Pack – Reissue; No Change
- Flash Back Series Bishop II – Reissue; Repaint
- Marvel Universe 5″ Series 7 – Reissue; Stripe Repaint
- Amazing Heroes – Reissue; Stripe Repaint
- KayBee Exclusive Series 1 – Reissue; Stripe Repaint
- X-Men Triple Pack – Reissue; Stripe Repaint
Additional Notes: This is the first appearance of Bishop in the ToyBiz line, faithfully representing his look from Uncanny X-Men #222
• Omega Red
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UPC: 0-35112-49163-7
Figure Code: 4916
Accessories: Tendrils x2
Action Gimmick: Whipping Tendrils
Flavor Text: Created during the Cold War and locked in cryogenic deep-freeze because he was too dangerous to control, the Russian super-soldier known as Omega Red was later revived and recruited by the ruthless ninja assassins known as the Hand! Under their tutelage, he has learned to control his aura of death – an energy field that drains the life force of anyone near him. Combined with his carbonadium tendrils, Omega Red’s powers make any battle with him a brush with death!
Variations & Reissues:
- Canadian Four Pack A – Reissue; No Change
- Walmart Exclusive 2 Pack – Reissue; No Change
- KayBee Exclusive Series 5 – Reissue; No Change
- Classics Battle Blasters – Reissue; Extra Accessories
Additional Notes: This is one of Wolverine’s main villains first seen in X-Men #4. One tendril was made to insert into his arm and retract slightly.
• Strong Guy
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UPC: 0-35112-49123-1
Figure Code: 4912
Accessories: None
Action Gimmick: Power Punch
Flavor Text: Strong Guy joined X-Factor for the simplest of reasons – the regular paycheck! Caring little about the problems between man and mutantkind, he lives instead for the finer things in life – wine, women and song! And he’s not above using his tremendous mutant strength to put those who would criticize his lifestyle in their place!
Variations & Reissues:
- Canadian Four Pack B – Reissue; No Change
- Walmart Exclusive 2 Pack – Reissue; No Change
- KayBee Exclusive Series 1 – Reissue; No Change
Additional Notes: This was the first modern member of X-Factor created in the ToyBiz Lines, however technically the first X-Factor was an iteration of Cyclops with his blue & white X-Factor costume. Presumably String Guy came with no accessories as his figure was so bulky but his hands were molded to hold accessories.
• Tusk
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UPC: 0-35112-49143-9
Figure Code: 4914
Accessories: Tuskette
Action Gimmick: Surprise Mutant Attack
Flavor Text: One of Apocalypse’s Dark Riders, who are pledged to cleanse the Earth of the weak and unworthy, Tusk possesses the mutant ability to create smaller versions of himself – counterparts – and send them against his enemies. His dwarfish doppelgangers also share in his mutant powers of enhanced strength and durability, and will only follow Tusk’s will. Once loyal to Apocalypse, Tusk later moved on to serve the fiendish Stryfe, and now charts his own destiny. Where or when he will appear again is anybody’s guess!
Variations & Reissues:
- Canadian Four Pack B – Reissue; No Change
- Walmart Exclusive 2 Pack – Reissue; No Change
Additional Notes: An interesting choice to be made into a figure. Tusk is to this day a fairly minor villain, most likely added to extend the Apocalypse villain family. The small tusk figure could rise out of Tusk’s back.
• Wolverine 5th Edition
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UPC: 0-35112-49103-3
Figure Code: 49103
Accessories: Knives x6
Action Gimmick: Thrusting Knives
Flavor Text: Before his transformation into the super hero called Wolverine, the man called Logan plied his trade as one of the world’s foremost secret agents! His superhuman senses proved an invaluable asset in the realm of espionage, especially when enhanced by the most sophisticated sensing equipment money could buy! And his unequaled skill with razor edge weapons made him an unbeatable fighter – much to the regret of the enemies of world peace!
Variations & Reissues:
- Canadian Four Pack B – Reissue; No Change Black
- X-Men Series 4 – Original Black
- X-Men Series 4 – Reissue; Green
- X-Men Series 4 – Reissue; Blue
- Walmart Exclusive 2 Pack – Reissue; No Change Black
- Marvel Universe 5″ Series 6 – Reissue Black Repaint
- Marvel Super Heroes Series 7 – Reissue Black Repaint
- Canadian 2 Pack Series 5 – Reissue; Black Repaint
- KayBee Exclusive Series 4 – Reissue; Black Repaint Black Accessories
- X-Men Triple Pack – Reissue Black With Black Accessories
Additional Notes: Also know as Spy Wolverine this figure boasted the most accessories, six, at the time of its production.
