Funko Announced a New Set of Collectible Hunter x Hunter Toys
Colin Smith — May 18, 2022 — Pop Culture
Funko announced a new set of Hunter x Hunter Funko Pop collectible toys inspired by the long-running anime, Hunter x Hunter. The set includes eight new collectible figurines. Each figurine in the collection depicts a popular character from Hunter x Hunter. The characters include Killua, Biscuit Kreuger, Kite, Netero, Komugi, and Pitou as solo figurines. Additionally, the Funko set features a special duo figurine of Komugi and Mereum engaged in a round of gungi.
This set was released as part of Funko's annual 'FUNKOWEEN' celebration. FUNKOWEEN takes place at the mid-point from the start of the year to Halloween, which is the middle of May. On each day of FUNKOWEEN, which lasts approximately three days, Funko will unveil a new set of Funko Pop collectibles on its website.
Image Credit: Funko
This set was released as part of Funko's annual 'FUNKOWEEN' celebration. FUNKOWEEN takes place at the mid-point from the start of the year to Halloween, which is the middle of May. On each day of FUNKOWEEN, which lasts approximately three days, Funko will unveil a new set of Funko Pop collectibles on its website.
Image Credit: Funko
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