All Labubu Series (8th) --- The Monsters Carnival Series (2019)

Welcome back to our Labubu Full Series Guide! As of June 12, 2025, Labubu's 37-series journey continues to showcase incredible diversity and creativity. In our last installment, we explored the athletic charm of the Labubu Sports Series (2019). Today, we venture into the spooky and spectacular world of:

The Monsters Carnival Series

Release Date: October 25, 2019 (Just in time for Halloween!)

Format: Blind Box

Original Price: ~$11perbox/$130 per case (12 boxes)

Current Market Value (2025): $$300–\$$800+ for a full set (12 standard + 1 hidden)

Hidden Pull Rate: 1:144 (≈0.69%)

Hidden Value: The Mermaid variant alone commands $$200–\$$500

This series marked several important developments:

1. Halloween Theme: Perfectly timed seasonal release with spooky carnival aesthetics

2. Character Expansion: Beyond Labubu and Tycoco, introduced Spooky and Yaya to the thematic series

3. Collectible Cards: First series to include character cards, creating a new dimension for collectors

Key Features & Design

🎪 12 Characters + 1 Hidden Figure:

The series featured a gothic carnival cast:

1. Ghost – Classic sheet ghost with playful twist

2. Vampire Lord – Elegant vampire attire with cape

3. Death – Grim reaper inspired design

4. Witch - Pointed hat and broomstick accessories

5. Pumpkin Monster – Jack-o-lantern inspired character

6. Mummy – Bandage-wrapped classic monster

7. Devil - Horned imp with mischievous expression

8. Wolf Man – Werewolf in mid-transformation

9. Trash can Monster – Urban myth come to life

10. Science Eccentric – Mad scientist theme

11. Scarecrow – Field guardian with straw texture

12. Bat – Nocturnal flyer with wing details

13. HIDDEN: Mermaid – Unexpected aquatic twist with scales and pearls

🎨 Design Excellence:

• Material: High-quality PVC with intricate texturing (bandages, scales, straw)

• Size: 6–9 cm (varied by character complexity)

• Color Palette: Rich Halloween colors - oranges, blacks, purples with metallic accents

• Card System: Each figure included matching character card, sparking new collection goals

Collector's Perspective in 2025

💰 Market Analysis:

• Complete Sets: With hidden Mermaid, sets reach $800+ due to card completeness

• Card-Only Market: Individual cards trade for $10–$30 depending on character rarity

• Mermaid Premium: The hidden remains highly sought-after, especially with original card

• Seasonal Demand: Prices spike every October around Halloween

⚠️ Authentication Tip: Verify card authenticity (printing quality, color matching) and look for paint precision on intricate details like mummy bandages or fish scales.

Legacy & Impact

The Carnival Seriesestablished important precedents:

• Seasonal Themes: Proved holiday-specific series could be highly successful

• Character Universe: Expanded beyond core duo to include wider monster family

• Card Collecting: Created secondary market and new collection methodology

• Hidden Rarity: Maintained the 1:144 standard for ultra-rare variants

It also demonstrated Kasing Lung's ability to reinterpret classic monster tropes through Labubu's unique aesthetic lens.

Final Thoughts

The Monsters Carnival Seriesrepresents a high point in thematic storytelling - where holiday spirit, character development, and collectible innovation converged. For completionists, the addition of cards made this both a delight and a challenge to collect fully.