MONCOLLÉ Pokémon Figures: Jolteon, Raichu & More
By Ichiba Japan: Authentic Anime Merch and Japanese Products | Published: 2026-10-31
Category: Product Reviews
Compare MONCOLLÉ Jolteon and Raichu with Bandai Change Figures for Quaxly/Quaquaval and Charmander/Charizard, and use clear rules to pick the right scale and format.
Quick answer
Choose a MONCOLLÉ Pokémon figure such as Jolteon or Raichu when you want a small, budget-friendly figure that fits crowded shelves; choose a Pokémon Change Figure such as Quaxly/Quaquaval or Charmander/Charizard when you want a larger two-form display piece and don’t mind paying more.
Scale and shelf footprint: the first real trade-off
The MONCOLLÉ figures here are both about 4 cm tall, so they take up very little space and work well in tight rows or mixed collections. The Change Figures are noticeably larger: Quaxly is about 8 × 5 × 6 cm and Quaquaval about 11 × 5 × 4 cm, while Charmander/Charizard is about 3.5 × 10 × 8.5 cm. That size difference matters more than character popularity if your shelf is already full.
Larger figures give you more visual presence but demand more depth and height. Small MONCOLLÉ figures are easier to place around other items, but they can get lost on a deep shelf or behind taller pieces.
What the Change Figure format actually asks of you
The Quaxly/Quaquaval and Charmander/Charizard figures are sold as change figures, meaning the appeal is the two-form presentation rather than a single static pose. The catalog does not list interchangeable parts or a display base, so if you need confirmed accessories or a specific stand, treat that as an open question before buying.
This format suits collectors who enjoy showing an evolution line or swapping the displayed form. It is less convenient if you want a figure that stays in one pose and never needs handling.
Decision rules for choosing your Pokémon figure
- If shelf space is tight: Pick a MONCOLLÉ figure such as Jolteon or Raichu. Both are about 4 cm tall, so they fit in narrow gaps and crowded rows. Measure the height and depth of your intended spot before choosing a larger Change Figure.
- If you want a two-form display: Choose Quaxly/Quaquaval or Charmander/Charizard. These are Change Figures, so the appeal is showing an evolution pair rather than a single fixed pose.
- If you are matching an existing collection: Stay within one format and scale where possible. Mixing 4 cm MONCOLLÉ figures with 10 cm Change Figures can make the small ones look incidental unless you use tiers or risers.
- If you need confirmed accessories or a stand: The supplied catalog facts do not list bases, interchangeable parts, or packaging contents for these figures. Ask before buying if a stand is essential to your display.
Product facts
- Quaxly / Quaquaval Pokémon Change Figure: Authentic Bandai Namco Figure from Japan; Quaxly approx. 8 × 5 × 6 cm, Quaquaval approx. 11 × 5 × 4 cm. The two forms differ in size, so plan shelf depth around the larger Quaquaval form if you display both.
Quaxly / Quaquaval Pokémon Change Figure - Charmander / Charizard Pokémon Change Figure: Authentic Bandai Namco Figure from Japan; approx. W3.5cm×H10cm×D8.5cm. At about 10 cm tall and 8.5 cm deep, it needs more vertical and front-to-back room than a MONCOLLÉ figure.
Charmander / Charizard Pokémon Change Figure - MONCOLLÉ Figure MS-32 Jolteon: Authentic Takara Tomy MONCOLLÉ Figure MS-32 Jolteon; approx. H4cm. The 4 cm height makes it easy to fit into small gaps or dense collections without rearranging much.
- MONCOLLÉ Figure MS-27 Raichu: Authentic Takara Tomy MONCOLLÉ Figure MS-27 Raichu; approx. H4cm. It matches Jolteon’s small scale, so you can pair the two without one overpowering the other.
Who should choose which
Best for
- Collectors with limited shelf space who want small, budget-friendly figures
- Fans who want to display an evolution pair with a larger centerpiece
Not for
- Buyers who need a confirmed display stand or interchangeable parts
- Collectors who want every figure in the same scale
