Released in 2012 with an edition size limited to 1380 pieces, the Ultimate Variant version of Captain America is inspired by the successful Ultimate statue. The piece is about 34cm high and, compared to the original version, shows a mirrored body, is characterized by brilliant tones and metallic colors and exhibits the circular shield placed at the left arm of the hero, instead of the back. In my humble opinion, the aesthetic impact of this piece is truly remarkable, due to the perfect synergy between a flawless sculpt and the metallic coloring that "lights" the statue in the true sense of the word! The tone of blue used for the costume is fantastic, as well as and the incredible contrast that arises with the white and red patches; also the brilliant colors of the shield and the nuances scattered all over the body (which enhance the lines of muscles everywhere) are simply perfect. The sculpt is realized with a great care. The colors on face are fine and well defined around the blue eyes and the blond eyebrows, although a bit too uniform and flat on face and, above all, at mouth. Some dark boundaries point out the edges of the mask; the large, well proportioned and centered "A" stands out in relief on the forehead, while the focused gaze provides the hero with the expression of a true paladin of freedom and justice! All the details of painting and sculpt are excellent; note the nuances on the gloves and the big red boots, the numerous buckles and military pouches scattered on the belt and gloves, the awesome eagle of the American coat of arms centered on the circular base and the amazing scaly costume on the mighty shoulders and chest. If you think about the intrinsic characteristics of such a revisited, modern version of Captain America and the very high market prices reached by the original Ultimate statue, this statue represents a more than tempting opportunity to enrich your collection with an original, top-class piece.