Riot releases Uzi Kai’Sa statue for less than digital skin price

Physical collectibles somehow become the budget-friendly option in gaming.
Fantasy character on dragon-themed base
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TL;DR
  • Riot's new Uzi Kai'Sa statue costs $300-350, while the premium digital skin bundle runs nearly $500.
  • The collectible figure is manufactured by PureArts and follows Riot's pattern of honoring Hall of Fame players.
  • Both physical and digital items commemorate Uzi's legacy as one of League's greatest AD Carry players.

Riot Games has unveiled a new 1/6 scale collectible statue of the ‘Immortalized’ Kai’Sa skin honoring legendary League of Legends pro player Uzi, but fans have quickly noticed something unusual about the pricing. The physical statue, manufactured by PureArts, is actually cheaper than its digital counterpart.

The statue, which represents Uzi’s signature champion Kai’Sa in her ‘Immortalized’ form, is being sold for approximately $300-350 USD depending on region. Meanwhile, the in-game skin’s premium “signature edition” bundle costs nearly $500 USD, making the tangible collectible significantly more affordable than its virtual equivalent.

This pricing structure is similar to what happened with Faker’s ‘Immortalized’ Ahri skin and statue released previously as part of Riot’s Hall of Fame celebrations. The high-end digital bundles come with exclusive features like signed digital skins, borders, chromas, and other in-game cosmetics, pushing their price tags into premium territory.

Jian “Uzi” Zihao is widely regarded as one of the greatest AD Carry players in League history, having made his mark primarily with Chinese team Royal Never Give Up. While some fans associate him more closely with Vayne, Riot chose to immortalize his Kai’Sa, following their pattern of commemorating esports legends with skins for champions they’re known for playing.

The PureArts-crafted statue features Kai’Sa in a dynamic pose that tries to capture the essence of the in-game skin. However, some enthusiasts have questioned certain design choices, including the absence of her signature “wings” and whether the figure truly captures the champion’s identity.

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