Inart Unveils Gimli Collectible Figure from The Fellowship of the Ring, Pre-Orders Now Open
Inart is set to release a highly detailed Gimli figure in 2027, based on the character from "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring." The collectible will include an Elven cloak, five axes, two backpacks, and numerous other accessories.
Fulfilling its promise, Inart has officially opened pre-orders for the new 1/6 scale Gimli figure, inspired by "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring." This collectible is priced at $482 (approximately 38,674 rubles).
Crafted from high-quality materials including PVC, ABS plastic, and real wool, this collectible figure measures 29 cm in height, 13 cm in width, and 10 cm in depth (without the base).
The set includes an articulated body, a meticulously sculpted head with rooted hair and beard, featuring movable eyes, a protective case for the head, a helmet, a complete outfit, two arm bracers, two backpacks, a sleeping bag, an Elven cloak, and nine interchangeable hand gestures.
Additionally, the package contains a smoking pipe, a themed display base, and a metal stand. Inart plans to commence shipping of pre-ordered figures to customers in the third quarter of 2027.

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