Batman (Red Death)

The Red Death Pop figure was released in 2019 as part of the Batman 80th Anniversary collection, celebrating eight decades of the Dark Knight's cultural impact. This iteration of Batman originates from the DC Comics storyline 'Dark Nights: Metal,' where Bruce Wayne, driven by desperation, merges with the Flash to gain the Speed Force, resulting in a dark, villainous amalgamation. The design captures this fusion by featuring the classic Batman cowl merged with the distinct aesthetic and crimson color palette of the Flash, reflecting the character's tragic and frantic nature within the multiverse.

Designed by the Funko creative team, the figure was intended to highlight the more experimental and grim designs emerging from the DC Dark Multiverse series. It follows Funko's signature stylized aesthetic, balancing the jagged, aggressive details of the Red Death's armor with the familiar proportions of the standard vinyl line. Upon its release, the figure was well-received by collectors who favored the darker, more contemporary arcs of DC lore, becoming a notable standout in the commemorative anniversary series.