‘The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance’ Weta SkekSo The Emperor Skeksis Statue

Weta Workshop has just unveiled its newest collectible based on Netflix’s upcoming ‘The Dark Crystal: Age Of Resistance.’ While the new statue isn’t up for pre-order yet, they have released details and images for SkekSo, the Emperor Skeksis. Check out the all the details and pics below.

In the shadows of the Castle of the Crystal a dark and terrible discovery has been made. Entrusted with guardianship of the great Crystal itself, the Skeksis have abused their power and the Gelflings in their service. Under the direction of the Emperor, SkekSo, the Crystal’s lifegiving properties have been cruelly exerted by the Skeksis to stretch their own vain lives.

The Emperor will stop at nothing to preserve the absolute power upon which he thrives. When word of the Skeksis’ betrayal escapes, he puts into effect a vicious and far-reaching plan. Gelfling clans are pit against one another and the Skeksis plot against their peers, but is there an even darker secret underpinning the cunning Emperor’s schemes?

FEATURES:

• 1:6 scale;
• Limited Edition;
• Pays tribute to a powerful character in his prime, long before The Dark Crystal film;
• Rich & intricate costume with multiple sculpted fabrics, including a metal prosthesis for SkekSo’s rotting nose;
• All four of SkekSo’s arms are displayed, with the back pair holding onto his carapace;
• Prototype by Weta Workshop sculptor Hao Wang;
• High-quality polystone;

SPECIAL BASE DESIGN    
The three different sized circular bases across our 1:6 scale Dark Crystal range represent the three suns in the skies of Thra; the dying sun, rose sun, and great sun. Familiar iconography from the floor of the Crystal Chamber are featured around the outside. Spy the symbols of the UrSkek, which have since been appropriated as signs of discord and Skeksis aggression.

PRE-ORDERS OPEN SEPTEMBER 2019
Register your interest at the top of the page for an alert once the pre-order date is confirmed.

These collectibles were a dream to art direct. I feel like a Skeksis sitting at the banquet table, ready to feast on the amazing opportunities before me. There is so much to choose from!

Daniel Falconer – Art Director & Senior Concept Designer, Weta Workshop