The McFarlane Toys Monarch action figure will be up for pre-order soon! The company announced that it would be listed for pre-order July 8th along with Nightwing, Batman, and Spoiler.
Below you will find the official social media post concerning the announcement. I have also written up a little “bio” about Monarch if you are not familiar with the character.
Is this one that you will be picking up? Or will you be leaving it on the shelf? Leave your thoughts in the comment section below!
UPDATE – Visit this page for pre-order links.
Who is Monarch?
Monarch is a powerful and controversial DC Comics character introduced in the early 1990s, initially appearing in the crossover event Armageddon 2001 (1991). Originally shrouded in mystery, Monarch was a tyrannical ruler from a dystopian future, known for his brutal control over Earth and his quest to eliminate all superheroes who could challenge his authority. The twist at the heart of the storyline revealed Monarch to be Hank Hall, formerly the hero Hawk of Hawk and Dove, who became disillusioned and corrupted after the death of his partner, Dove.
Clad in advanced, heavily armored battle gear that gave him immense strength, energy projection, and time-traveling abilities, Monarch was a formidable adversary. The character’s revelation was met with mixed reactions from fans, especially since it contradicted earlier story clues that suggested a different identity. Despite the backlash, Monarch left a lasting impression as a dark reflection of how even heroes can fall—and how the future can be shaped by personal tragedy and moral compromise.
Over time, the Monarch identity would be adopted by others, including Captain Atom in later storylines, evolving the mantle into a symbol of unchecked power and authoritarian control in the DC Universe.
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