The American company Funko was created in 1998, and the Funko Pop model was introduced in 2010. Funko Pop figures quickly became popular among collectors, as they are small replicas of superheroes and characters from comics and movies. The figures are designed in a Japanese Chibi style, characterized by large heads and small bodies.
In 2021, Funko launched a new service that allows fans to create and order personalized Funko Pop figures to be delivered directly to their homes.
Ordering Funko Pop figures
You can find Funko Pop figures and other related projects on the official Funko Pop site, as well as on marketplaces like Amazon and eBay. If you purchase the American version, you may save money since the figures are cheaper in the US compared to Europe. Here’s what you need to do:
How to Create Your Own Funko Pop
To create a personalized Funko Pop figure, follow these steps:
1. Visit Funko’s website and navigate to the "Pop Yourself" section or, alternatively, add /build-your-custom-pop to the website’s URL;
2. Click on “Create,” “Time to Cosplay,” or “Customize” from the banners on the page;
3. Select one or two characters and click “Get Started”;
4. Customize your character with the following options:
- Customize the body: Choose from men, women, or child body types.
- Select a skin color.
- Set facial features.
- Choose a hairstyle and color.
- Pick out clothes and glasses.
- Add one or more accessories: such as popcorn, a book, a laptop, etc.
- Optionally, add an animal companion for $4.
5. Name your new figure.
Once you complete the purchase, click “Buy.” On the final page, you can add stickers and a safety protector for the figure. Add the figure to the cart to view the price and proceed with the purchase. You can also save your design as an avatar for social media. Use the "Next" and "Back" buttons to navigate the customization process.
Note:
- You don’t need to register on the official Funko Pop site to buy a figure. You can order a figure as a guest. In the “Shipping Address” section, add your Qwintry account address, following the instructions from Qwintry.
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Funko's custom Pop! service is currently only available in the U.S.
Funko’s website also offers a $20 Cosplay Pack featuring Deadpool and Wolverine figures with customizable faces, masks, and a Dogpool figure. Additionally, you can purchase pre-made figures of Lady Deadpool and Baby Deadpool, as well as other accessories from the latest installment of the franchise.
Also in the website Funko Pop you can buy for $20 Cosplay Pack with Deadpool and Wolverine figures with customized faces, masks and figure Dogpool. In addition, ready-made figures of Lady Deadpool and baby Deadpool from the last part of the franchise, as well as other accessories for the film, are available on the site.
Funko Pop Collection Care and Storage
To preserve the value and appeal of a collection of Funko Pop figurines, follow these recommendations:
1. Proper storage:
- Keep the figurines in a clean and dry place, avoiding direct sunlight and high humidity.
- Keep Funky Pop Star Wars and other collectible figurines in the original box if you plan to increase their value for further sale.
2. Cleaning the collection:
- Wipe the dust off the boxes with a soft microfiber cloth, making sure that there are no solid particles that can scratch the surface.
- Use a soft cloth to clean the figurines. In case of severe contamination, you can gently wash the figures in warm soapy water using cotton swabs with a narrowed end for hard-to-reach places.
3. Special coatings:
- Do not wash Flocked (fluffy) figurines. Remove dust with a soft brush or compressed air.
- Avoid finger marks on Funko Pop Chrome (chrome plated). Funko Pop Marvel action figures are often released in such a cover. To clean them, use optical wipes or a soft cloth soaked in a soapy solution, then rinse with slightly warm water.
4. Removing scratches from boxes:
- For transparent plastic display cases, use a plastic polish to smooth out small scratches.
5. Additional protection:
- For popular series such as Funko Pop "Joker" or "Star Wars", use special display cases or acrylic boxes.
- For rare specimens, for example, from the Funko Pop series "Harry Potter", individual protective cases are suitable.
By following these recommendations, you will be able to preserve the beauty and value of your Funko Pop collection for a longer time.
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