This review highlights the exquisite Formidable from Azur Lane, brought to life by ALTER. Known for their flawless craftsmanship, ALTER once again delivers an elegant yet captivating masterpiece of the Royal Navy’s graceful carrier.
Product Overview
- Series: Azur Lane
- Character: Formidable
- Scale: 1/7
- Manufacturer: ALTER
- Material: PVC & ABS
- Release Date: 2023
- ALTER official website
Unboxing & First Impressions
As soon as the blister opened, I couldn’t help but say, “Wow, how beautiful!” The craftsmanship is so refined that every detail — from the ribbons to the lace — stands out with incredible realism. The first impression is pure admiration for ALTER’s dedication to quality.
Full Figure View
Face & Expression
Formidable’s face is one of the highlights of this figure. Her slightly tsun expression is irresistibly cute — the confident yet shy look suits her character perfectly. ALTER also includes an optional winking face part, allowing collectors to display her with a softer and more inviting expression. Both versions are beautifully painted, maintaining flawless alignment of eyes and shading.
Body Sculpt & Surface Finish
The overall body sculpt demonstrates ALTER’s technical excellence. The smooth finish of her skin is immaculate — the softly shaded skin tones are stunning, especially around the chest and shoulder areas. Her voluptuous form is rendered tastefully, with a natural shine that adds realism without being excessive.
The swimsuit and open jacket combination creates an attractive contrast of materials. Subtle shadows across her abdomen give the figure a sense of depth and natural motion, while the curvature of the waistline enhances her feminine silhouette beautifully.
Hair & Headpiece
Formidable’s long silver hair flows elegantly around her shoulders. Each strand is sculpted with sharp precision and delicate thickness, showing an impressive sense of movement. The hair gradient transitions from silver to a soft violet hue, giving her an ethereal glow under light. Her headpiece and frills are finely crafted, perfectly matching the luxurious Royal Navy aesthetic.
Base & Finishing Touches
Overall Impression
The ALTER Formidable figure exceeds expectations in every respect — sculpt, color, and presentation. From the natural hair flow to the soft skin tone and the perfect balance between charm and dignity, it’s a breathtaking piece that defines ALTER’s mastery.
Every viewing angle offers something new: the dynamic silhouette, the delicate surface polish, and the beautiful transitions of light and shadow. It’s a figure that truly rewards close observation — and one that every Azur Lane fan should proudly display.
Final Thoughts
- Pros: Superb sculpting precision, beautiful paint gradient, lifelike skin tone, excellent facial parts
- Cons: Large size requires generous display space
- Overall Rating: ★★★★★ (5/5)
From the moment you open the box to the final display, this Formidable figure impresses at every step. A flawless balance of sensuality and sophistication — truly one of ALTER’s most stunning creations.
See also our Rider/Altria Pendragon Figure Review for another ALTER masterpiece.