Willy Beest Figure Appraisal

Warriors of Virtue Willy Beest Action Figure

The item is a "Willy Beest" action figure, still sealed in its original blister packaging. The figure depicts a humanoid character with what appears to be a bovine or beast-like facial structure, characterized by a prominent snout and broad mouth, with short, black, horn-like protrusions or hair flowing backward from the sides of its head. The figure is clad in a layered costume: an inner long-sleeved, off-white or cream-colored tunic, an outer dark brown or black sleeveless vest or tunic, and a bright orange sash or wrap draped diagonally across its body, extending down to form part of the lower garment. The figure's skin tone appears to be a reddish-brown hue. The packaging is a standard blister pack design, with the action figure encased in a clear plastic bubble affixed to a cardboard backing card. The card features a vibrant graphic design, with the title "WARRIORS OF VIRTUE" prominently displayed at the top, along with a stylized warrior silhouette. The bottom portion of the card is designed to simulate a grassy, textured surface with a prominent circular, spiraling emblem and the character's name, 'WILLY BEEST', written in a rustic font. A red and white sticker with '.99' is visible on the top right corner of the packaging, indicating a previous retail price. The packaging shows signs of shelf wear, including some creasing, bent corners on the cardboard backing, and potential minor scuffs or scratches on the clear plastic bubble. The overall condition suggests that the item is new old stock, having been stored for some time but remaining unopened and in its original factory packaging. Given the aesthetic and apparent brand, it likely dates from the late 1990s or early 2000s, aligning with the release period of the 'Warriors of Virtue' franchise.