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Foot Soldier

Foot Soldier

  • Franchise: TMNT
  • Collection: TMNT Vintage (Regular Figures)
  • Manufacturer: Playmates
  • Year Released: 1988
  • Size: 14 cm / 5.5 in

Accessories

Foot Soldier, from "TMNT - TMNT Vintage (Regular Figures)" collection, includes the following accessories:

  • Mace
  • Staff
  • Knife

Curiosities about the toy and variants

This is a standout piece from the first wave of vintage Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles figures, a period particularly prized amongst collectors of this range.

A key detail for identification can be found on the back of the box. The first editions feature only the images of the ten original figures in the collection. In the world of collecting, this variant is known as the ‘10-back’ version, and is one of the most sought-after due to its historical significance within the series.

Due to the enormous commercial success of this figure, it was the subject of multiple reissues and distributions in various international markets. As a result, it is common to find slight variations in the design of the packaging.

Furthermore, some copies included the official Fan Club membership leaflet inside, a promotional item that today holds considerable nostalgic value and is increasingly rare to find in good condition.

Character

The Foot Soldier is the backbone of the Foot Clan. These robotic warriors, created by Shredder and Krang, are martial arts experts programmed for a single mission: to take down the Ninja Turtles.

While they may not be a match for our heroes individually, their strength lies in their numbers and absolute obedience. With their signature purple uniforms and the clan’s symbol on their foreheads, they are the constant threat lurking in the shadows of New York City.

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