What image comes to mind when you hear “Little Red Riding Hood?” A girl from a fairy tale? No, Red Hood from “Goddess of Victory: NIKKE” is the legendary Nikke clad in “red,” just like her name. However, she is actually a delinquent girl who once lived in the back alleys, reborn through human experimentation at the brink of death, and the trump card of the Goddess Squad. When a character with such a profound background is sculpted into a 1/7 scale figure, it can be called “art that tells a story” rather than just merchandise.

On the battlefield, she is a calm and composed mentor and a first-rate warrior. Surprisingly, in this figure, Red Hood is looking at us in a dress with a slightly embarrassed expression. This gap is an irresistible charm for fans. A faint glimpse of girlishness within her dignified strength. That exquisite imbalance is captivating and makes it impossible to look away. Furthermore, the posing has a twist, and the point is that the composition stimulates the viewer's imagination. The profound presentation that goes beyond mere cuteness is magnificent.

Indispensable when discussing the quality of a figure is the painting of the outfit. For this “Nonsense Red,” astonishingly precise painting has been applied to every detail, making the texture of the fabric, the sheen of the metal, and the softness of the leather feel utterly real. With the respective masterful skills poured in by the sculptor, Moburan, and the colorist, Kanto Muyu, the result is a figure that you won't tire of looking at from any angle. And surprisingly, the jacket is detachable. The enjoyment of being able to change the impression according to your preference is also a unique pleasure of this figure.

When you hold this figure, it is not merely the act of decorating a room with something beautiful. The story that the character Red Hood has walked, the bond with Rapi whom she taught and guided, and her determination to live as a Nikke—all of these are condensed into this small world. When displayed on the included base, you can experience an immersive feeling as if a single scene has materialized right there. Although it is not designed to stand on its own, if you interpret even that as a symbol of “an existence that needs support,” you might feel a different kind of depth.