One of the breakout stars of the modern Star Wars publishing era, Doctor Chelli Lona Aphra made her historic 3.75-inch debut in The Vintage Collection in late 2018. Originally appearing in Marvel’s Darth Vader comic series before spinning off into her own title, Aphra represents a significant milestone as one of the few comic-first characters to receive a dedicated TVC cardback. This figure was a "Fan Choice" winner, reflecting the massive popularity of the rogue archaeologist.
Technical Details & Sculpt
- Character Likeness: The sculpt successfully translates the stylized comic art into a realistic 3.75-inch portrait. It captures Aphra’s cynical, adventurous expression, complete with her signature messy dark hair and the silver "product stamp" on her right thigh (a detail carried over from her initial SDCC exclusive release).
- Attire & Deco: Aphra is dressed in her iconic flight suit, featuring a detailed utility belt and a removable vest. The paint applications are crisp, particularly the insignias on her sleeves and the various buckles and straps on her harness. The color palette accurately reflects her "lived-in" scavenger aesthetic.
- Articulation: Featuring premium TVC articulation, including ball-jointed wrists and rocker ankles. The figure’s slim profile and well-engineered joints allow her to be posed in a variety of dynamic "relic hunting" stances or mid-escape from a crumbling temple.
- Display Utility: As a standalone rogue, Aphra fits perfectly into any Expanded Universe or "Marvel Star Wars" display. She is best paired with her homicidal droid companions, BT-1 and 00-0, or posed in a tense standoff with Darth Vader (VC08).
Accessories & Equipment
Doctor Aphra comes prepared for the dangers of the Outer Rim. She includes her signature blaster pistol, which is uniquely designed to match her comic appearances. Additionally, she features a removable flight cap/helmet with goggles that can be positioned on her head or around her neck, giving collectors multiple options for her "on-mission" look.
Quick Specs
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Series | Star Wars: The Vintage Collection |
| Number | VC129 |
| Source | Star Wars: Doctor Aphra (Marvel Comics) |
| Release Year | 2018 |
| MSRP | $12.99 |
| Accessories | Blaster Pistol, Removable Vest, Removable Flight Cap |