Fate/Grand Order – Rider / Altria Pendragon [Alter] 1/7 Scale Figure Review
This 1/7 scale figure of Rider / Altria Pendragon [Alter] from Fate/Grand Order goes for a very aggressive mix of elegance and fanservice. At first glance, the crown, long black coat, dark sword, and massive rifle give her a cool “queen with heavy weaponry” presence. But once you look closer, the real focus becomes clear: a tight, glossy dress with deep cutouts, a pushed-up bust, long legs in black stockings, and a rear design that shows off far more skin than you might expect.
The overall composition works because it balances those two sides well. She still feels like a dangerous Alter version of Artoria, but the costume is openly sexy, with exposed sides, a deep neckline, and a dramatically open back. It is a figure built just as much around body line as around character styling.
Packaging & Unboxing
The packaging does a good job of setting expectations. Even before opening, you can tell this is not a simple standing figure: the coat spreads out wide, the weapons are oversized, and the costume is much more revealing than a standard armored Artoria design.
Overall Front View
From the front, the figure is all about contrast. The coat and weapons make her feel imposing, but the central body sculpt is extremely slim and exposed. The dark metallic dress clings to the body and leaves the sides of the torso, much of the hips, and the upper chest visible. That tension between “combat queen” and “high-fashion fanservice” is what makes this figure memorable.
Face, Crown & Upper Body
The face is very well judged. She does not look exaggerated or playful; instead, she has a cool, slightly superior expression that suits Alter perfectly. That restraint makes the body-focused costume even more striking. The bust is clearly emphasized, with the outfit lifting and framing it from below, while the glossy finish gives the fabric a tight, almost lacquered look.
Torso, Hips & Legs
The lower body is one of the biggest highlights here. The thigh exposure is extreme, but the black stocking sections and straps keep it visually interesting instead of just looking bare. Her legs are long, slim, and elegant rather than thick, which fits the “royal Alter” feel much better than a heavier lower-body sculpt would.
Side Views & Silhouette
The side views make it clear how carefully the figure is designed. The coat flares outward, but the central body stays very tight and clean. That creates a silhouette that feels both dramatic and refined. The weapons help balance the composition so the figure never feels too “top-light” or awkward despite the exposed costume.
Rear View & Open Back Design
The back is where the figure becomes much more daring. Instead of a conventional dress rear, the costume is almost entirely open, with only narrow straps and the lower draped panel holding the design together. It gives the back a very sleek, almost dangerous kind of sexiness. Rather than focusing on a full exposed butt, the figure emphasizes lower back, hip cutouts, and the tension between coverage and exposure.
Back Detail & Costume Cutouts
The rear costume design is honestly one of the strongest parts of the figure. It is much sexier than a simple front cleavage shot because it feels deliberate and stylish. The open back, crossing lines, and low hip framing make the figure rewarding to display from multiple angles instead of only from the front.
Weapons, Coat & Base
The sword and rifle are more than just accessories. They help define the entire tone of the figure, stopping it from becoming “just a sexy dress Artoria.” Together with the broad black coat and the decorated dark-blue base, they give the sculpt enough weight and identity to match the exposed costume.
Verdict
Hobby Japan’s Rider / Altria Pendragon [Alter] 1/7 scale figure is an excellent mix of power and seduction. It offers:
- A strong Alter-like expression with good character presence
- A glossy, body-hugging costume with dramatic cutouts across the chest, waist, hips, and back
- Elegant long legs and stylish stocking detail
- A striking rear view thanks to the almost fully open back design
- Oversized weapons and a large coat that keep the figure visually heavy and impressive
If you like Fate figures that go beyond a standard armor look and lean into a darker, more glamorous kind of fanservice, this one is very easy to recommend. It is sexy, but not careless; revealing, but still stylish; and above all, it has a very strong shelf presence from almost any angle.
