Ultraman Z - Ultra Hero Series (2016) (74) - Original (Bandai)Ultraman Z · Bandai

Bandai produced this Ultra Hero Series (2016) figure of Ultraman Z, designated as number 74 in the line. The figure represents the titular hero from the Ultraman Z series as part of Bandai's long-running sofubi toyline. Ultraman Z is the 32nd entry in the Ultra Series, following the young Ultra who comes to Earth to protect it from kaiju threats. Z is the apprentice of Ultraman Zero and wields the Ultra Fusion Ring, allowing him to fuse with the powers of past Ultra heroes. The Ultra Hero Series (2016) toyline is a spiritual successor to the original Ultra Hero Series, featuring approximately 14cm sofubi figures of Ultra Warriors. The line originated as Ultra Hero 500 during Ultraman Ginga in 2013, with figures priced at 500 yen, and was later rebranded with the Live Sign removed. Each figure comes with a tag containing character information and a series number. The figure stands as part of the Ultra Sofubi Series and is compatible with various roleplay items from the franchise. The Ultra Hero Series line has undergone price revisions over the years due to inflation and material costs, with current figures retailing around 700 to 800 yen.