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As of June 12, 2025, Labubu has released 37 series to date. Following our coverage of the highly successful 28th series, The Monsters Constellation Series (2023), we now examine a charming but underappreciated 2023 release that deserves more attention from collectors:
Release Date: September 16, 2023 (2023's Fourth Release)
Format: Blind Box
Original Price: ~$100 per case (9 boxes)
Current Market Value (2025): $300 for a full set (9 standard + 1 hidden)
Hidden Pull Rate: 1:108 (≈0.93%)
Hidden Value: "Forest Swing" variant ranges $100
This series presents a curious case in Labubu's history:
Ensemble Return: Featured Labubu, Tycoco, Yaya, and Spooky in harmonious forest setting
Domestic Forest Theme: Focused on woodland leisure and celebration activities
Compact Format: 9 standard figures (smaller than typical 12-figure series)
Market Anomaly: Despite relative scarcity, maintains modest valuation
🌲 9 Forest Scenes + 1 Hidden:
Elven Village – Magical woodland community scene
Cooking Apple Pie – Forest baking activity
Start To Rock – Musical performance among trees
Cooking Meatball Soup – Outdoor cooking moment
Music Party – Forest celebration with instruments
BBQ – Woodland barbecue gathering
Fishing Together – Stream fishing activity
Forest Afternoon Tea – Elegant tea party in nature
Sweet Wine and Cake – Forest dessert celebration
HIDDEN: Forest Swing – Swinging among trees leisure scene
🎨 Design Highlights:
Material: PVC with natural texture details
Size: 6–9 cm (standard scale)
Color Palette: Earth tones (forest greens, browns, natural wood colors)
Detail Level: Intricate forest props and natural elements
Atmosphere: Peaceful, harmonious woodland aesthetic
💰 Market Analysis:
Modest Appreciation: 2–3x original value despite limited availability
Hidden Accessibility: Forest Swing remains very affordable
Collector Puzzle: Why does this series maintain low prices despite scarcity?
Complete Sets: Readily available in $200–300 range
⚠️ Market Mystery: The series' low profile may be due to:
Released between two highly popular series (Constellation and subsequent releases)
Subdued color scheme less appealing to social media sharing
Forest theme perceived as "too similar" to previous nature-themed series
Lack of standout "wow factor" piece
The Forest Party Seriesrepresents:
Quiet Quality: Excellent execution despite low recognition
Theme Consistency: Faithful continuation of Labubu's nature themes
Underrated Gem: Potential future appreciation as collectors discover its charm
Design Integrity: Maintains high production quality despite commercial performance
This series may be the most undervalued release in Labubu's entire portfolio.
The Monsters Forest Party Seriesstands as a hidden treasure in Labubu's 2023 lineup. Its combination of peaceful forest themes, character camaraderie, and quality execution makes it an excellent value for discerning collectors. While it may never achieve the superstar status of series like Constellation, its current affordability presents a rare opportunity to acquire a complete Labubu series at reasonable prices.