KUBO Walks of Life vs Select Your Character Series Figures
By RI-SON Collectibles | Published: 2026-11-04
Category: Vergleiche
Compare KUBO Walks of Life and Select Your Character blind boxes: size, secret odds, and which series suits your shelf and collecting style.
Quick answer
Choose Walks of Life if you want taller, role-driven figures with a standard blind-box secret; choose Select Your Character if you prefer compact gaming-inspired designs and want the thrill of a 1/144 secret pull.
Size and shelf presence
Walks of Life figures stand about 9.9 cm (3.9 in), while Select Your Character figures range from roughly 6.7 to 9.2 cm (2.64–3.62 in). That height difference matters if you display figures on a narrow shelf or alongside other 1/12-scale items—Walks of Life will feel more prominent, while Select Your Character fits tighter spaces and smaller vignettes.
Secret edition odds and the chase
Walks of Life includes a rare Victor secret edition (odds not stated in the catalog), while Select Your Character lists a Player secret edition at 1/144. If you enjoy chasing a specific secret, the published 1/144 odds for Select Your Character give you a clearer expectation; for Walks of Life, treat the secret as an unknown bonus rather than a target.
Design themes and display style
Walks of Life follows KUBO through roles like Cowboy and Muse, giving each figure a distinct life-path narrative. Select Your Character draws on a gaming character-select concept with warriors, riders, alchemists, and codebreakers. Neither is inherently better—pick the theme that matches the story you want your shelf to tell.
Trade-offs at a glance
- Shelf space vs. presence: Walks of Life takes more vertical room but delivers a bolder display; Select Your Character saves space but may look smaller next to larger figures. Measure your shelf height before committing to a full set.
- Secret odds transparency: Select Your Character publishes 1/144 odds for its secret, while Walks of Life does not state secret odds—so you can plan around Select Your Character's chase but should treat Walks of Life's secret as a surprise. If a specific secret is your goal, factor in the published odds for Select Your Character.
- Narrative vs. gaming theme: Walks of Life leans into life-role storytelling; Select Your Character uses a character-select gaming concept. Neither is more collectible—match the theme to your display interests. Decide which theme you'll enjoy looking at daily before buying a blind box.
Product facts
- POP MART KUBO Walks of Life Series Figures: 12 regular designs plus a rare Victor secret edition; figure height approximately 9.9 cm / 3.9 in. The taller size and role-based lineup make this series a stronger fit for open shelves where each figure can stand out.
POP MART KUBO Walks of Life Series Figures - POP MART KUBO Select Your Character Series Figures: 12 regular designs plus a rare Player secret edition (1/144); figure height approximately 6.7–9.2 cm / 2.64–3.62 in. The compact range and published secret odds suit collectors who want a defined chase and flexible placement.
POP MART KUBO Select Your Character Series Figures
Which KUBO series should you collect?
Best for
- Collectors who prefer larger figures with a life-path theme.
- Displayers with open shelf space who want each figure to stand out.
Not for
- Collectors who need published secret odds to plan their chase.
- Buyers with very limited shelf height who need compact figures.
