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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 legacy of creativity and collectibility. In our last installment, we explored the character-driven evolution of The Monsters Mini Figures Series 2 (2019). Today, we dive into a dynamic thematic release that combined athletic energy with Labubu’s signature charm:
Release Date: August 28, 2019
Debut Event: 2019 Beijing Toy Show (BTS) Exclusive Launch
Format: Blind Box
Original Price: ~$130 per case (12 boxes)
Current Market Value (2025): 700+ for a full set (12 standard + 1 hidden)
Hidden Pull Rate: 1:144 (≈0.69%)
This series marked Labubu’s second thematic venture:
Sports Narrative: Each figure embodied a different sport, showcasing Labubu and Tycoco’s playful athleticism.
Romantic Subtext: Exclusive focus on Labubu and Tycoco reinforced their duo dynamic—a "love theme" sequel to Forest Concert.
BTS Debut: Released at Beijing Toy Show, fueling early scarcity and collector frenzy.
🏅 12 Sports + 1 Hidden Figure:
The series covered both individual and team sports:
Curling – Labubu with broom and stone
Boxing – Gloves and defensive stance
Bowling – Ball and pin accessories
Volleyball – Mid-spike action pose
Pommel Horse – Gymnastics-inspired balance
Tennis – Racket and service motion
Table Tennis – Paddle and tiny ball
Basketball – Dribbling posture
Soccer – Foot-on-ball elegance
Goalkeeper – Tycoco in saving stance
Weightlifting – Barbell overhead
Baseball – Batting swing
HIDDEN: Swimming – Labubu in goggles and fluid motion
🎨 Design Details:
Material: PVC (durable and detailed).
Size: 6–9 cm (varied by sport pose).
Dynamic Poses: Captured mid-action moments (e.g., volleyball spike, weightlift).
Color Coding: Sport-specific accents (e.g., soccer green, baseball white/blue).
💰 Market Analysis:
Hidden Rarity: The "Swimming" variant remains the crown jewel, often priced at $150+ alone.
Case Breaks: Unopened cases command premiums due to the 1:144 hidden odds.
Complete Sets: Rarely surface intact; auctions typically reach $700+ if hidden is included.
⚠️ Authentication Tip: Watch for paint flaws (early batches had minor inconsistencies) and counterfeits—prioritize sellers with provenance.
The Sports Seriessolidified Labubu’s thematic versatility:
Narrative Expansion: Proved Labubu could thrive beyond music/fantasy themes.
Tycoco’s Role: cemented as Labubu’s perpetual partner across genres.
Hidden Scarcity: The 1:144 pull rate set a benchmark for future "ultra-rare" chases.
It also highlighted cultural adaptability—sports universally resonate, making this series a global favorite.
The Labubu Sports Seriesis a testament to playful storytelling. For collectors, it represents a competitive chase (literally and figuratively!) and a charming intersection of athletics and art.