Mattel has just officially released new images and details for their upcoming Masters of the Universe: Origins DESPARA Action Figure. Check it out:
As a loyal servant of the Horde, Despara is known for her formidable combat skills and dedication to Hordak. The last time we saw her was in the Classics line, and now we’ve brought her to the Origins line in time for the 40th anniversary of She-Ra: Princess of Power. Which is fitting, since (spoiler alert!) Despara was born as Princess Adora, the alter ego of She-Ra and the twin sister of He-Man, who helped her discover her true identity.
As a loyal servant of the Horde, Despara is known for her formidable combat skills and dedication to Hordak. The last time we saw her was in the Classics line, and now we’ve brought her to the Origins line in time for the 40th anniversary of She-Ra: Princess of Power. Which is fitting, since (spoiler alert!) Despara was born as Princess Adora, the alter ego of She-Ra and the twin sister of He-Man, who helped her discover her true identity.
Masters of the Universe™ Origins Despara™ Action Figure
5.5 inches tall, with 16 points of articulation
Interchangeable heads with Adora face and Hordak-style mask
Plastic cape includes holders for her two swords
Also equipped with body and skirt armour
DRESSED FOR DESTRUCTION
The evil alter ego of She-Ra, this incarnation of Despara was meticulously crafted to mirror a deadly Horde servant, with Adora’s skill but none of her good nature.
BEHIND THE DESIGN
Like the first action figure version, our Origins line incarnation comes with two heads. One represents Despara’s human form, and the other features a Hordak-like mask.
THE DETAILS
The fearsome warrior, trained by Hordak himself to be the “Powerful Force Captain of the Evil Horde,” wields two swords she carries sheathed on her cape.
Colours and decorations may vary. Purchase limits subject to change at the sole discretion of Mattel.
From May 24, 2025, at 8:00am PT through May 25, 2025, at 8:59am PT, only Club Grayskull members can buy this figure at MattelCreations.com, while supplies last. During this early access window, limited units will be made available to Club Grayskull members.
Beginning May 25, 2025, at 9:00am PT, the figure will be available to the general public.
Thanks to the always amazing @motuoriginscork for the ‘heads up’!
Same here! I was going to skip this figure because I don’t have an attachment to Despara but she looks so nice, I gotta add her to my collection. Though I (and I’d bet the rest of us) would prefer a Cartoon Collection Force Captain Adora (in red) or her second in command Lohni in that awesome steel blue armor.
@onlyoneskeletor The style of the headsculpts look very similar. Like if there was a Filmation version of Despara this would be the Cartoon Collection figure of her.
@onlyoneskeletor The style of the headsculpts look very similar. Like if there was a Filmation version of Despara this would be the Cartoon Collection figure of her.
Looks pretty good. Face sculpt is solid and appropriately beautiful. Digging the Billie Jean hair. The Horde mask is only ok, and could use more paint apps. The real downer is the re-use of Tri-Klops’ swords – not only do they look way too big for her, but a character of this prominence really deserved the unique swords that she had previously been depicted wielding. Sigh. I really hoped this figure would end my need to get the Classics version, but now I’m not sure…
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It comes with an interchangeable Adora head? Hell yeah. Take my damn money!
She is looking good! Despara may have to join my cartoon collection!
Same here! I was going to skip this figure because I don’t have an attachment to Despara but she looks so nice, I gotta add her to my collection. Though I (and I’d bet the rest of us) would prefer a Cartoon Collection Force Captain Adora (in red) or her second in command Lohni in that awesome steel blue armor.
It’s clear that a great deal of work went into this project.
@onlyoneskeletor Did you notice her head looks cartoon like? I hope she sizes well with my Cartoon Collection She-Ra!
@samuel Are you saying that the design of her head was given the same favourable treatment as She-Ra, Catra and Frosta? Probably.
@onlyoneskeletor The style of the headsculpts look very similar. Like if there was a Filmation version of Despara this would be the Cartoon Collection figure of her.
This right here.
Never waste a good premise Mattel…glad there’s some closure for Revelation/Revolution fans.
Preach. I hope this means more Origins Revelation/Revolution figures to come!
Wtf is with this sale date being on saturday and sunday
Looks pretty good. Face sculpt is solid and appropriately beautiful. Digging the Billie Jean hair. The Horde mask is only ok, and could use more paint apps. The real downer is the re-use of Tri-Klops’ swords – not only do they look way too big for her, but a character of this prominence really deserved the unique swords that she had previously been depicted wielding. Sigh. I really hoped this figure would end my need to get the Classics version, but now I’m not sure…
@durendal You are taking me wayback dude with that Billie Jean reference. Take the plunge. It always looks better in person.
I remember that movie bro!