JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure’s Greatest Villains Team Up for Huge New Merch Collection
Bandai has unveiled a brand-new Ichiban Kuji lottery celebrating the legendary villains of JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure from Part 1: Phantom Blood through to Part 7: Steel Ball Run.
JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, created by Hirohiko Araki, is one of Japan’s longest-running manga series, spanning multiple generations of the Joestar family while introducing unforgettable heroes and equally memorable villains whose battles have helped define the franchise for decades.
“Ichiban Kuji: JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure – The Gathering of RIVALS,” places the spotlight firmly on the series’ greatest enemies, with each major prize featuring a premium MASTERLISE figure based on one of the antagonists from across the different story arcs.
The A Prize features Dio Brando from Phantom Blood, posed confidently while holding the Stone Mask with a sinister grin that recalls one of his defining moments from the original manga and anime.
The B Prize highlights Kars, the ultimate lifeform and main antagonist of Battle Tendency, recreated in a sculpt inspired by one of his most iconic poses.
Representing Stardust Crusaders, the C Prize is a figure of DIO, capturing the vampire in a dramatic pose that reflects one of his most memorable scenes from the series.
The D Prize is dedicated to Kosaku Kawajiri from Diamond Is Unbreakable, recreating the unsettling appearance of Yoshikage Kira after assuming his new identity.
Diavolo, the mysterious leader of Passione and primary antagonist of Golden Wind, takes the E Prize with a sculpt that reflects the intimidating presence seen throughout Part 5.
The F Prize features Enrico Pucci from Stone Ocean, faithfully capturing the priest whose ambitions drive one of the series’ most consequential storylines.
Collectors will also have the chance to obtain the Last One Prize, which features Diego Brando from Steel Ball Run, depicting the charismatic British jockey who serves as one of Part 7’s central rivals.
JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure The Gathering of RIVALS is scheduled to launch across Japan on November 21, 2026, with each lottery ticket priced at ¥850 (approx. $6 USD / £4 GBP).
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