2-BOPSTEADY
Line: Turtles of Grayskull
Wave: 4
Year Released: 2024
UPC: 194735205608
Accessories: Sword, Spiked Chain Ball
Collector's Note: Includes Metal-Boto Parts 4/4: Left Arm, Metalhead Arm Attachments, Feet
Masters of the Universe
Masters of the Universe
Masters of the Universe (MOTU) is one of the most iconic and enduring action figure franchises in toy history, spanning over four decades of toys, comics, television, and media adaptations. Launched by Mattel in 1982, the franchise introduced fans to the battle for Eternia between He-Man, the most powerful man in the universe, and his nemesis Skeletor, along with a vast cast of heroes, villains, creatures, and vehicles.
MOTU has evolved from its vintage origins into a multigenerational collector and media phenomenon, including multiple action figure lines, Netflix and classic animated series, and high-end collector-focused releases. The franchise is now structured around both retro-inspired nostalgia and modern collector-driven design, making it a central pillar of toy collecting culture.
Historical Overview of the Franchise
The Masters of the Universe franchise began as a toy line in the early 1980s and quickly expanded into a full multimedia universe. Key historical milestones include:
- 1982–1987: Original Vintage Line – The first 5.5-inch action figures introduced the world to Eternia, featuring He-Man, Skeletor, and classic characters like Teela, Man-At-Arms, and Beast Man. Vehicles, playsets, and creatures expanded the universe.
- Mini Comics and Lore – Early figures came with Mini Comics, giving context to characters and storylines that deepened the mythology.
- 1983–1985: Filmation Animated Series – The original He-Man and the Masters of the Universe cartoon cemented character designs and story arcs, influencing decades of future toy lines.
- 1984: Princess of Power Toyline – Mattel launched the Princess of Power figures, introducing She-Ra and other characters to expand the franchise and appeal to a younger female audience.
- 1985–1987: She-Ra: Princess of Power Animated Series & Origin Film – She-Ra debuted in the animated film He-Man and She-Ra: The Secret of the Sword (1985), which served as her origin story, then starred in her own animated series on television for 93 episodes. The show introduced Etheria, the Great Rebellion, Hordak, and the heroic adventures of Princess Adora/She-Ra.
- 1987: Masters of the Universe Movie – The first live-action adaptation brought He-Man and friends to the big screen, becoming a cult classic among fans.
- 1990s: Expanded Media and Dark Horse Comics – The franchise continued with comic book runs, including Dark Horse Comics, exploring new storylines, crossovers, and deeper lore.
- 2002–2004: Animated Series Reboot (200X) – The early 2000s reboot of He-Man and the Masters of the Universe modernized character designs and storytelling, while also reintroducing classic characters to a new generation.
- 2008–2020: Collector-Focused Revival Lines – The Masters of the Universe Classics line, later continued by Super7, reimagined characters for adult collectors, producing over 150 figures and numerous playsets, combining vintage style with modern articulation.
- 2018–2020: She-Ra and the Princesses of Power (Netflix) – DreamWorks’ Netflix series rebooted She-Ra with modern designs, expanded storylines, and diverse characters, running for five seasons and 52 episodes, introducing the franchise to a new generation.
- 2021–2022: He-Man and the Masters of the Universe (CGI Animated Series) – This CGI Netflix series reimagined He-Man with modern animation and storytelling, updating classic characters for contemporary audiences while preserving the core mythology of Eternia.
- 2010s–Present: Modern Toy Lines and Masterverse – New collector-friendly lines, including MOTU Origins, Masterverse, and Turtles of Grayskull, have updated classic characters while honoring their vintage roots. The “Eternia” subline has been especially popular for modernized renditions of classic characters. Netflix’s Revelation and Revolution series, featuring Kevin Smith and other voices, further reintroduced Eternia to long-time fans and newcomers alike.
- 2026: Upcoming Live-Action Movie – A new live-action Masters of the Universe movie is scheduled for release in 2026, promising to bring He-Man, She-Ra, and the world of Eternia to a modern audience while celebrating the franchise’s decades-long history.
Across generations, MOTU has maintained a consistent core theme: the epic battle of good versus evil on a fantastical planet filled with heroes, villains, magic, and advanced technology.
Key Franchise Elements
The Masters of the Universe universe is defined by recurring core elements that are consistently represented across action figure lines, media, and collector products:
- Heroes & Villains – He-Man, Skeletor, Teela, Man-At-Arms, Evil-Lyn, Beast Man, and hundreds of secondary characters.
- Eternia – The fantastical world where battles unfold, including iconic locations like Castle Grayskull, Snake Mountain, and New Eternia landscapes.
- Weapons & Artifacts – Power Sword, Havoc Staff, magic weapons, and mystical devices that define the lore and playability.
- Vehicles & Playsets – Battle Cat, Wind Raider, Eternia playset, and Snake Lair, giving collectors and kids alike immersive play options.
- Media Tie-Ins – Mini Comics, Filmation cartoons, 200x animated series, Movies, Netflix Revelation and Revolution series, and comics influence both design and storylines for action figures.
Collectibility and Franchise Legacy
Masters of the Universe is more than a toy line — it’s a collector’s universe. Figures from all lines have historically retained or increased in value due to:
- Limited production runs
- Specialty or exclusive releases (Mattel Creations, Club Grayskull, retailer exclusives)
- Media tie-ins (Revelation, Revolution, classic cartoons)
- Vintage appeal and historical significance
Collecting MOTU spans multiple generations, with fans actively seeking retail figures, exclusive releases, and high-grade vintage toys through Amazon, Entertainment Earth, and eBay listings.
Why the Franchise Remains Relevant
Masters of the Universe continues to thrive because it adapts without losing its identity:
- New storylines and media updates keep the universe fresh (e.g., Netflix Revelation/Revolution, Kevin Smith involvement).
- Collector-focused action figure lines provide both display appeal and playable nostalgia.
- Cross-generational appeal allows parents who collected vintage MOTU to share the hobby with children.
- Mattel’s strategy combines mass retail accessibility with limited exclusives, creating both mainstream and premium collector engagement.
From the earliest 1980s toys to today’s multi-line, multi-media universe, Masters of the Universe has proven to be one of the most resilient and influential action figure franchises in history.
Splinter-Skull
Line: Turtles of Grayskull
Wave: 3
Year Released: 2024
Affiliation: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
UPC: 194735205615
Accessories: Includes Detachable Cape, Harness, Tunic, Magical Sword, and Combining Staff
Collector's Note: Includes Metal-Boto Parts 3/4: Torso, Shell
Moss Man (Mutated)
Line: Turtles of Grayskull
Wave: 2
Year Released: 2024
UPC: 194735190195
Mutated Master of Nature!
Eternia’s living manifestation of nature, Moss Man, joined He-Man to investigate the mysterious disturbance at the Swamp of Gangoon. After an ambush took him out of commission, Moss Man rose from what felt like a nightmarish slumber as a brainwashed abomination of all he once held dear.
Eternia’s living manifestation of nature, Moss Man, joined He-Man to investigate the mysterious disturbance at the Swamp of Gangoon. After an ambush took him out of commission, Moss Man rose from what felt like a nightmarish slumber as a brainwashed abomination of all he once held dear.
Accessories: Moss Man has rotating tentacles, swappable man-eating fly trap head and twisted vine claw arm extensions.
Beast Man (ToG)
Line: Turtles of Grayskull
Wave: 2
Year Released: 2024
Affiliation: Evil Warriors
UPC: 194735190072
Undercover Henchman!
Beast Man did not trust the alien outsiders the moment the Foot set foot inside Snake Mountain. Rather than become Krang’s next mutated experiment, Beast Man escaped to strike a bargain with He-Man. What he found instead left him shell shocked.
Beast Man did not trust the alien outsiders the moment the Foot set foot inside Snake Mountain. Rather than become Krang’s next mutated experiment, Beast Man escaped to strike a bargain with He-Man. What he found instead left him shell shocked.
Accessories: Beast Man features Samurai inspired helmet, turtle shell-enhanced shoulder armor and Samurai-style skirt armor which are all removable. His bladed whip and Samurai shield are ready to take on all attackers.
Shredder (ToG)
Line: Turtles of Grayskull
Wave: 2
Year Released: 2024
Affiliation: Foot Clan
UPC: 194735190010
Evil Master of Ninjutsu!
All Shredder wanted to do was eliminate the Turtles once and for all. Unfortunately, Krang’s plan to harness the most powerful force in the universe backfired and flung them to Planet Eternia, where Shredder encounters an interesting new ally.
All Shredder wanted to do was eliminate the Turtles once and for all. Unfortunately, Krang’s plan to harness the most powerful force in the universe backfired and flung them to Planet Eternia, where Shredder encounters an interesting new ally.
Accessories: Axe, Crossbow
Raphael (ToG)
Line: Turtles of Grayskull
Wave: 2
Year Released: 2024
Affiliation: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
UPC: 194735190188
Hard-Headed Sai Specialist!
The Turtles tracked Shredder back to Krang’s Technodrome. Raph charged headfirst into the fray, before a flash sent them to Eternia. Now adorned in Ram Man’s spare armor, Raph’s back to tracking Shred Head and looking for a way back home.
The Turtles tracked Shredder back to Krang’s Technodrome. Raph charged headfirst into the fray, before a flash sent them to Eternia. Now adorned in Ram Man’s spare armor, Raph’s back to tracking Shred Head and looking for a way back home.
Accessories: Raphael has a clawed gauntlet accessory. A Sai weapon can be holstered on the turtle shell on his back, which can be removed and attached to his arm as a front-facing shield!
Ram Man (Mutated)
Line: Turtles of Grayskull
Wave: 2
Year Released: 2024
UPC: 194735190164
Mutated Battering Ram!
Ram Man did not hear his assailants attack. It was as if the wind suddenly choked him out. He awoke covered in Ooze, and he opened his mouth to speak only to hear a “Baa” come out of his mouth. All he knew was he had a master and his name was Krang.
Ram Man did not hear his assailants attack. It was as if the wind suddenly choked him out. He awoke covered in Ooze, and he opened his mouth to speak only to hear a “Baa” come out of his mouth. All he knew was he had a master and his name was Krang.
Accessories: Battle Axe and Axe that combine at the hilt
Sla’Ker
Line: Turtles of Grayskull
Wave: 2
Year Released: 2024
UPC: 194735205585
Evil Cybernetic Snapping Turtle!
When Krang’s scheme to mutate He-Man required a test subject, Skeletor knew just who to use: He-Man’s robotic doppleganger, Faker. Covered in the same mutagen that created the evil Turtle Slash, the diabolical duplicate rose from the Ooze as the deadly robot Turtle, Sla’Ker!
When Krang’s scheme to mutate He-Man required a test subject, Skeletor knew just who to use: He-Man’s robotic doppleganger, Faker. Covered in the same mutagen that created the evil Turtle Slash, the diabolical duplicate rose from the Ooze as the deadly robot Turtle, Sla’Ker!
Accessories: Dual Spiked Blades, Metal-Boto Build A Figure Parts
Collector's Note: Includes Metal-Boto Parts 2/4: Waist, Legs and Head
Retro He-Man & Skeletor 2-Pack
Franchise: Masters of the Universe
Line: MOTU Origins
Exclusive: Target
Year Released: 2025
UPC: 194735307685
Accessories: He-Man: Signature Chest Harness, Sword, Shield, & Axe | Skeletor: Sword, Havoc Staff, Removable Armor, & Power Sword Combination
Collector's Note: Target Exclusive Celebrating 80 Years of Mattel
Krang (ToG)
Line: Turtles of Grayskull
Wave: 1
Year Released: 2023
Affiliation: Foot Clan
UPC: 194735165575
Alien Brain in a Megator Android!
In a mad science experiment gone wrong, Krang crosses dimensions and discovers the strongest power in the universe, The Power of Grayskull. Now with a stronger, faster Megator android body, Krang will stop at nothing until the power is his.
In a mad science experiment gone wrong, Krang crosses dimensions and discovers the strongest power in the universe, The Power of Grayskull. Now with a stronger, faster Megator android body, Krang will stop at nothing until the power is his.
Accessories: Comes equipped with his signature floating brain jar and two removable tentacles, as well as an axe and spiked ball and chain.