All Labubu Series (3rd) --- The Little Monsters Mini Figure Collection 1 (2018)

Welcome back to our Labubu Full Series Guide! As of June 12, 2025, Labubu has officially released 37 distinct series, each contributing to the brand's ever-growing legacy. In our last installment, we explored The Monsters Mini Figures Series TTF (2017)—the last gashapon release before Labubu’s transition to blind boxes. Today, we dive into a pivotal milestone:

The Little Monsters Mini Figure Collection 1

Release Date: November 21, 2018

Format: First-Ever Blind Box Series (Previously: Gashapon)

Original Price: ~$10 per blind box

Current Market Value (2025):

• Single Figures: $10–$30

• Full Set (12 + 2 Hidden): $$300–$600+

This series marked three major firsts:

1. Labubu’s debut in blind box format, abandoning gashapon capsules.

2. Zimomo’s first appearance as a core character.

3. Introduction of hidden chase figures (Panda & Salamander), a now-staple mechanic.

Key Features of the Series

✅ 12 Standard Figures + 2 Hidden:

• Color Variants:

  • Transparent: Orange, Red, Black

  • Metallic/Glitter: Champagne Sparkle, Green Flash, Blue Flash

  • Gradients: Blue-Purple, Blue-Green

  • Solids: Classic Gray, Pure Black, Pink, MIX

✅ Hidden Figures (Extremely Rare):

1. Panda (Labubu in panda-inspired colors)

2. Salamander (A unique reptilian design)

✅ Design & Production:

• Material: Soft vinyl (hollow construction).

• Size: ~9.5 cm tall—larger than earlier gashapon releases.

• Rarity: Initially China-exclusive, with limited global distribution.

Collector’s Value in 2025

💰 Why the Price Gap?

• Blind Box Premium: Randomized packaging fueled secondary-market demand.

• Hidden Figures: The Panda and Salamander can double set values if included.

• Scarcity: Few complete sets survive unopened; even loose figures are sought-after.

⚠️ Pro Tip: Watch for counterfeits—early Labubu blind boxes are heavily replicated.

Legacy & Impact

This series set the template for Labubu’s future:

• Blind Box Dominance: All subsequent releases adopted this format.

• Hidden Chase Culture: The Panda/Salamander duo inspired later "ultra-rare" variants.

• Global Expansion: Though initially China-only, its success prompted worldwide distribution for later series.

Yet, it retained early quirks:

• Simpler molds compared to today’s intricate diorama-style figures.

• No "theme"—just pure character experimentation.

Final Thoughts

The Little Monsters Collection 1 is a time capsule of Labubu’s blind box revolution. While later series refined the formula, this set’s raw rarity and historical significance make it a must-have for serious collectors.