Marvel Legends Werewolf by Night
Werewolf by Night is a Marvel Comics antihero cursed with lycanthropy, first appearing in Marvel Spotlight #2 (1972) by Gerry Conway and Mike Ploog.
Background
The original Werewolf by Night is Jacob “Jack” Russoff, later known as Jack Russell, who descends from an ancient Transylvanian family afflicted by a werewolf curse. The curse began when his ancestor Grigori Russoff defied Dracula and was bitten by a werewolf, passing the condition to future generations. Jack’s father, Gregor Russoff, reawakened the curse when he transcribed the Darkhold—a tome of black magic—by moonlight. After relocating to Los Angeles with his mother and sister, Jack’s curse first manifested on his eighteenth birthday, transforming him into the savage but tormented Werewolf by Night.
Character History
Initially unable to control his transformations, Jack would become a bestial creature during the full moon and the days surrounding it. He sought to understand the Russoff family legacy, battling cultists, sorcerers, and agencies seeking his blood for dark experiments. His allies included mystic Topaz, writer Buck Cowan, and occasionally Doctor Strange and Moon Knight, who made his debut as a Werewolf by Night antagonist.
Over time, Jack learned of his connection to the Darkhold, a grim mystic text linked to the Elder God Chthon, and encountered supernatural threats including Morbius, Ghost Rider, and Iron Man. Accepting his beastly nature after a spiritual confrontation with his father’s spirit, Jack gained full control of his transformations, merging his human intelligence with his lupine instincts.
Personality
Jack Russell is a reluctant monster—cursed but inherently good. His story balances savagery and morality: a man who protects innocents even as he battles his darker self. Despite periods of isolation and violence, he remains guided by empathy and an unwillingness to inflict harm on those who do not deserve it.
Powers and Abilities
As the Werewolf by Night, Jack possesses superhuman strength, agility, speed, enhanced senses, and a heightened healing factor. His claws and fangs can rend supernatural beings, and in his later evolution, he maintains strategic thought while transformed. Exposure to the moon drives and enhances his power, making him a formidable combatant against mystical foes.
Legacy
Werewolf by Night endures as one of Marvel’s defining horror-genre characters, blending Gothic monster fiction with superhero mythos. The mantle was later adopted by Jake Gomez, a modern successor with his own tribal heritage and connection to lycanthropy. Together, they embody Marvel’s long-standing theme of duality—the struggle between the man and the monster within.
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The Hasbro Marvel Legends Werewolf by Night figure was officially revealed at New York Comic Con (NYCC) 2025 as part of a new Build-A-Figure wave featuring Executioner. The figure is a 6-inch scale collectible, fully articulated with premium design and poseable head, arms, and legs. It is inspired directly by Jack Russell’s classic comic book look, showcasing a fierce sculpt with shredded green clothes and detailed monstrous features that capture his lycanthropic curse.
The figure includes two Executioner Build-A-Figure pieces, encouraging collectors to complete the larger Build-A-Figure set by acquiring other figures like Dark Avengers Spider-Man, Warbow, Iron Man (Mark 72), Enchantress, and Phantom Rider (sold separately).
Pre-orders went live on October 9, 2025, with a retail price of $27.99. The figure is expected to ship in late Fall 2025. This release is perfect for fans of Marvel’s supernatural and horror-themed characters, adding a highly detailed Werewolf by Night figure to the Marvel Legends collection with excellent articulation for dynamic posing on display.
The Hasbro Marvel Legends Werewolf by Night figure brings Jack Russell’s iconic werewolf form to the 6-inch scale Marvel Legends line with remarkable detail and articulation. Inspired by his classic comic book design, the figure captures the beastly look with shredded green pants and a ferocious scowl. This figure is a must-have for fans of Marvel’s supernatural side and completes the Build-A-Figure (BAF) Executioner wave.
Sculpt & Design
The sculpt captures the monstrous werewolf physique with muscular definition and textured fur detail across the body and face. The torn clothing adds to the transformative horror effect, evoking Jack Russell’s cursed nature. The head sculpt features snarling fangs, piercing eyes, and sharp pointed ears that perfectly embody the character’s lycanthropic persona. The paint application emphasizes shadows and muscle tone, creating a comic-accurate look.
Articulation
This 6-inch figure features over 20 points of articulation, including a poseable jaw, neck, shoulders, elbows, wrists, torso, hips, knees, and ankles, allowing for dynamic action poses and display versatility. The joints are designed for smooth movement without sacrificing stability, perfect for collectors who enjoy reenacting Marvel Legends scenes or photography.
Accessories
- Includes 2 Build-A-Figure pieces to assemble Executioner, encouraging collectors to complete the full line.
- No additional character-specific accessories (e.g., weapons) were announced for this release, keeping focus on the detailed sculpt and articulation.
Packaging
The figure comes in classic Marvel Legends window box packaging featuring artwork from the Werewolf by Night comic series and logos that highlight the Executioner Build-A-Figure wave. The box is collector-friendly, allowing for easy display or safe storage without damage.
Collector Appeal
The Wasbro Marvel Legends Werewolf by Night figure stands out as a detailed, poseable, and affordable addition to any Marvel Legends collection, especially for fans of Marvel’s horror and supernatural characters. It pairs well with related figures like Man-Thing, Moon Knight, and Doctor Strange, and its inclusion in the Executioner BAF wave increases its desirability among completists.
This release from Hasbro solidifies Werewolf by Night’s place in the mainstream Marvel toy universe with a high-quality collectible that balances screen-accurate detail and comic book authenticity.
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