{"id":13128,"date":"2026-02-03T14:07:26","date_gmt":"2026-02-03T19:07:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fantasyactionfigures.com\/?page_id=13128"},"modified":"2026-05-08T14:47:53","modified_gmt":"2026-05-08T18:47:53","slug":"neca-ultimates-advanced-dungeons-dragons","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/fantasyactionfigures.com\/de\/neca-ultimates-advanced-dungeons-dragons","title":{"rendered":"NECA Ultimates Advanced Dungeons & Dragons"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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NECA Ultimates Advanced Dungeons & Dragons<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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The Return of Warduke and the Legends of Greyhawk<\/h2>

When NECA announced they were taking the helm of the Advanced Dungeons & Dragons<\/i><\/strong><\/a> license, the collecting world took notice. Moving far beyond the limited articulation of the 1980s LJN<\/strong><\/a> originals, the NECA<\/strong><\/a> Ultimates line brings iconic characters like Warduke, Strongheart, and Elkhorn into the modern era. These are not just action figures; they are meticulously sculpted tributes to the legendary artwork of the AD&D<\/i> manuals. With the recent addition of the 50th Anniversary “Retro Carded” variants, collectors can now choose between premium Ultimate boxed editions or nostalgia-driven blister cards that mirror the original 1980s releases. With high-end paint applications and “Ultimate” level articulation, these figures allow fans to finally display these heroes and villains in the dynamic poses they deserve.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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How to Use This Market Index<\/h2>

NECA figures often follow a specific market cycle: they are widely available at launch via specialty retailers like the NECA Store, BigBadToyStore, and Target, but once they go “Out of Production,” prices on the secondary market tend to climb rapidly. This is especially true for highly nostalgic characters like Warduke or accessory-heavy releases like Elkhorn. This guide is updated quarterly to help you track current valuations and avoid the steep markups often found on the aftermarket.<\/p>

\"\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f\" Market Update:<\/strong> May 2026 | Next Update Scheduled: September 2026<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Our evaluation criteria include:<\/b><\/p>

  • MSRP Reference:<\/b> The original price at retail (usually ranging from $29.99 for Retro Cards to $39.99 for standard Ultimates).<\/p><\/li>

  • Current Market Value:<\/b> Real-time sales data from eBay, specialized toy auctions, and private collector groups as of early 2026.<\/p><\/li>

  • Rarity Rating:<\/b> A measure of how difficult the figure is to find in “New in Box” (NIB) condition, factoring in production status and store-exclusives.<\/p><\/li>

  • Pro Tips:<\/b> Expert advice on joint care (essential for NECA figures), accessory management, and identifying the best versions of each character.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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    NECA Ultimates Advanced Dungeons & Dragons Price Guide<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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    NAME<\/th>DATE<\/th>CLASS<\/th>ORIG. RETAIL<\/th>CURRENT SECONDARY<\/th>RARITY<\/th>PRO TIPS<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
    Grimsword<\/span><\/a><\/td>2022<\/td>Ultimate<\/td>$37.99<\/td>$35\u2013$45<\/td>Common<\/td>Muted colors; check for paint slop on the snake mace.<\/td><\/tr>
    Warduke<\/span><\/a><\/td>2022<\/td>Ultimate<\/td>$37.99<\/td>$45\u2013$60<\/td>Rare<\/td>The grail. Demon-winged helmet is fragile; handle with care.<\/td><\/tr>
    Warduke (50th)<\/td>2024<\/td>Retro Card<\/td>$31.99<\/td>$50\u2013$70<\/td>Uncommon<\/td>Features a brighter \u201cretro\u201d paint deco; keep sealed for value.<\/td><\/tr>
    Strongheart<\/span><\/a><\/td>2023<\/td>Ultimate<\/td>$34.99<\/td>$30\u2013$40<\/td>Uncommon<\/td>Cloth cape can fray; ensure the articulated visor moves smoothly.<\/td><\/tr>
    Strongheart (50th)<\/td>2024<\/td>Retro Card<\/td>$29.99<\/td>$30\u2013$45<\/td>Common<\/td>Best version for LJN purists. Sword fits tight in sheath.<\/td><\/tr>
    Zarak<\/td>2023<\/td>Ultimate<\/td>$34.99<\/td>$35\u2013$45<\/td>Common<\/td>Grappling hook rope is easy to tangle; store separately.<\/td><\/tr>
    Zarak (50th)<\/td>2024<\/td>Retro Card<\/td>$29.99<\/td>$35\u2013$45<\/td>Common<\/td>Includes fewer accessories than Ultimate but has better card art.<\/td><\/tr>
    Elkhorn<\/td>2023<\/td>Ultimate<\/td>$39.99<\/td>$30\u2013$45<\/td>Rare<\/td>Accessory king. The Heartstone is tiny\u2014do not lose it.<\/td><\/tr>
    Elkhorn (50th)<\/td>2024<\/td>Retro Card<\/td>$29.99<\/td>$40\u2013$60<\/td>Uncommon<\/td>Limited production. The Gutbuster jug is a highlight.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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    Key changes<\/h2>

    • Warduke (Ultimate)<\/strong>: Raised to $45\u2013$60 from recent average sold of $52 (high $60+ range), confirming its grail status.<\/p><\/li>

    • Strongheart (Ultimate)<\/strong>: Lowered to $30\u2013$40 based on $33.53 average sold auctions (low $25, high $40).<\/p><\/li>

    • Elkhorn (Ultimate)<\/strong>: Dropped to $30\u2013$45 from $36.22 average sold (low $15, high $58).<\/p><\/li>

    • Others held or minor tweaks aligned with market signals near retail.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>

      Price Fluctuation Warning:<\/strong> Secondary market prices can change rapidly due to collector demand, rarity, condition (mint vs. opened), reissues, anniversaries, and overall market trends. New releases often start near retail but may rise with scarcity; older figures can drop if restocked or fall if demand cools.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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