l983 MOTU Teela Red Boots AFA 80 Y-NM

A warrior goddess with early-line mystique and archival pedigree! 🛡️ The 1983 Mattel Masters of the Universe Teela (Red Boots variant), graded AFA 80 Y-NM with subgrades C75/B80/F80, is a mid-to-high grade example from Series 1, released on the classic 12-back card. This version features the yellow blister (Y designation) and the red boots paint variant, a subtle but prized detail among early MOTU collectors.

👑 Variant & Packaging Highlights

• The Red Boots variant is an early paint application, later replaced with brown boots in subsequent runs. It’s most commonly found on 12-back cards, making it a key detail for variant hunters.

• Teela was marketed as both the Warrior Goddess and Captain of the Royal Guard, often paired with Zoar or featured in mini-comics like “The Tale of Teela”.

• The 12-back card showcases the original lineup of MOTU figures, including He-Man, Skeletor, Man-At-Arms, and Beast Man—making it a foundational piece for early-line collectors.