SilverHawks
Partly metal, partly real. That memorable line from the theme song sums up SilverHawks, the 1986 animated series produced by Rankin/Bass as a companion to ThunderCats. Set in the distant Limbo galaxy, it follows a squadron of cybernetic heroes, humans rebuilt with gleaming metal bodies and retractable wings, who police the spaceways against the intergalactic mob boss Mon-Star and his gang. Where its feline sibling leaned into fantasy, this series embraced chrome-plated science fiction, trading swords and sorcery for starships, space stations and cowboy flair. It never reached the same mainstream heights, which is precisely why it holds such a special place among collectors today: a cult classic of 1980s animation with a look unlike anything else from the decade.
Collector's Guide
Collectibles
The collector focus is Super7's Ultimates! action figure line, which treats the series with genuine reverence.
- The Ultimates! Mon-Star figure is an oversized piece in the 7-inch Ultimates! scale, finished in metallic vac-metal, a deliberate nod to the shining chrome look of the classic 1980s toys.
- As part of the wider Ultimates! format, it is made for adult collectors, with detailed sculpting designed for display rather than the toy shelf.
For fans of 1980s animation, a vac-metal villain of this quality is a rare treat and Mon-Star makes a striking counterpart to any ThunderCats display.
Why Collectors Love It
The appeal starts with the aesthetic. Chrome bodies, coloured visors, hawk companions and winged flight sequences give the heroes a silhouette that still looks bold today. Mon-Star himself is one of the great overlooked villains of the era, a snarling mob boss whose monstrous transformation sequence mirrors the dramatic flair of Mumm-Ra. The Limbo galaxy setting blends space opera with western swagger and the supporting cast of mechanical henchmen and bounty hunter types gives the show a pulpy charm. For collectors who grew up taping Saturday morning cartoons, owning a modern, museum-quality version of these characters feels like unfinished business finally settled.
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FAQs
What is SilverHawks?
A 1986 animated series by Rankin/Bass, the studio behind ThunderCats, following cybernetic heroes who protect the Limbo galaxy from the mob boss Mon-Star.
Who makes official SilverHawks figures?
Super7 produces the officially licensed Ultimates! action figure line, including Mon-Star with a metallic vac-metal finish.
Are these figures officially licensed?
Yes. Every product in this category is a fully authorised Super7 release.
Do SilverHawks figures display well with ThunderCats?
They do. The Ultimates! lines share a similar scale of around 18 cm, so figures from both shows sit naturally together on a shelf.