Volks USA, Inc. has announced the limited-time release of Super Dollfie BJDs in the likenesses of characters from the classic manga “The Rose of Versailles.” Set in France before and during the French Revolution, creator Riyoko Ikeda’s stories of love and honor were popular with fans all over the world. The manga series was adapated as an anime television series, a stage performance by Takarazuka Revue, and for live-action movies. Volks’ new resin BJDs reproduce the main characters:
Lady Oscar, Colonel de la Garde Royale
“The blossoming beauty of Versailles who was raised a man.” Lady Oscar, the military officer who commands the Royal Guard of Versailles – her fair skin and shining golden hair brilliantly reflects in the eyes of the people. What dramatic fate awaits the beautiful military officer who left her life behind as a regular woman and noble?
André Grandier, Gardes Françaises
“The retainer who lived in the shadow of his beloved … and protected her with his life” Oscar and André spent their childhood days together. André lived out his love for her despite the difference in their class. Through his strong determination and resolve, he lives for his loyalty and love. Super Dollfie 17 André Grandier depicts the character at the time when he joined the Royal Guard to protect Lady Oscar and when his love was finally returned.
“The Rose of Versailles” Lady Oscar and André Grandier dolls will be on sale in the North Americas through February 10, 2019, through the Volks USA web store.