Might & Magic Heroes VI: Archangel Michael Statue & Collector’s Edition Review
Do you love the Might & Magic Heroes series? To celebrate the launch of the sixth installment (Might & Magic: Heroes VI), fans were treated not only to a boxed gift edition complete with discs and a thick artbook, but also to a standalone collector’s statue of Archangel Michael priced at around 15,000 RUB (roughly $490 in late 2011).
Limited-edition Archangel Michael polystone statue (500 pieces worldwide) and key 2011 Collector's Edition specs.
Let us take a closer look at what Ubisoft and Black Hole Entertainment packed into the boxed Collector’s Edition, how it differs from the heavy hand-painted UbiCollectibles polystone statue, and why die-hard strategy fans still line up to buy such a pricey piece.
Here is how the Archangel Michael statue looks in person in Ubisoft’s official European unboxing video:
Archangel Michael Statue: Hand-Painted Polystone & 500-Piece Run
Players often mistake the massive figurine for an item inside the game’s Collector’s Edition box, yet the two were released as separate products. Sold exclusively through the official UbiShop under the UbiCollectibles banner, the Archangel Michael statue depicts one of the central champions of the Haven faction.
Standing roughly 15 inches (about 38 cm) tall with outstretched wings, the pre-painted polystone sculpture is finished by hand right down to the warm golden feather tips designed to mimic sunlight shining through them. The European release is strictly numbered and capped at 500 copies worldwide with a certificate of authenticity. While Western retail pricing started near $350 / €349, import markups and scarcity pushed local prices in Russia to roughly 15,000 RUB (~$490).
What Is Inside the Heroes VI Collector’s Edition Box
While the polystone statue serves as a centerpiece shelf collectible on its own, the boxed Might & Magic: Heroes VI Collector’s Edition targets players who want physical lore items alongside extra in-game content:
| Item | Collector’s Edition Contents |
|---|---|
| Game Package | Might & Magic: Heroes VI PC retail disc in a special collector’s box |
| Hardcover Artbook | 164-page hardcover book packed with Ashan concept art and creature designs |
| Audio & Print | Official soundtrack CD by Rob King & Paul Romero plus a double-sided A2 poster |
| Apparel & Ring | Engraved metal Haven faction ring and a God Dragon Lamya themed T-shirt |
| Digital Bonuses | Heart of Nightmares bonus solo map (~3 hours), 4 extra heroes, 2 items & 1-month Heroes: Kingdoms pass |
In Russia and CIS territories, local publisher Buka offered a localized boxed Collector’s Edition with the game DVD, artbook, soundtrack CD, and world map, leaving dedicated collectors to order the giant Archangel Michael statue straight from UbiShop or hunt for rare retail promotional units.
And the Best Part: People Actually Buy It!
Next to a standard PC jewel case, spending roughly $350 to $490 on a game statue sounds wild. Yet ultra-limited gaming collectibles play by completely different rules:
- Strict 500-piece cap: once a numbered UbiCollectibles wave sells out on UbiShop, it is gone for good.
- Heavy polystone craft: unlike lightweight plastic pack-in toys, hand-painted polystone feels like a proper display sculpture.
- Cult fanbase loyalty: Heroes of Might & Magic devotees cherish rare series memorabilia, helping sealed runs hold their value on the secondary market.