The Devil Is A Part Timer Figure

Okay, let's talk about something that's been brewing in my brain for a while. It involves anime, fast food, and…the Devil himself. Specifically, the Devil Is A Part-Timer! figure.

The Hype is Real... Right?

Everyone loves Maou Sadao. He's funny, hardworking, and strangely endearing, even though he's, you know, the Devil. So naturally, figures of him exist. Lots of them.

But am I the only one who thinks some of these figures… are a little… overhyped? I'm bracing for impact, folks. This might be controversial.

The McDonald's Manager Aesthetic

Let's be honest, a lot of Maou figures are just him in his MgRonald's uniform. Practical? Yes. Iconic? Debatable.

Are we really clamoring for a tiny, plastic representation of a demon king slinging burgers? I mean, I love a good MgRonald's, but do I want to display it on my shelf?

The Variations Are... Limited

Sure, some figures have him in different poses. Maybe he's holding a spatula. Maybe he's smiling extra wide. Maybe he's contemplating the existential dread of working in customer service.

But ultimately, he's still in that uniform. That polyester blend. That soul-crushing name tag.

Where's the Demon Lord?!

Okay, okay, I get it. The whole point of the show is the irony. The Devil, reduced to minimum wage.

But wouldn't it be cool to have a figure of him in his full demon regalia? Horns, wings, the works. Give me some menacing! Give me some power!

Instead, we mostly get "Welcome to MgRonald's, how may I help you conquer the world today?"

The Price Tag Doesn't Help

And here's the kicker. Some of these figures are expensive! We're talking serious money for a piece of plastic portraying a fast-food worker.

I could buy, like, a month's worth of MgRonald's for that price. Talk about a devilish bargain (or lack thereof)!

I find myself pondering, are people really buying them for the character, or just the novelty?

In Defense of Funko Pops

Okay, I'm going to say it. I'd rather have a Devil Is A Part-Timer! Funko Pop. At least it's cheap and cheerful.

And they often capture the essence of a character in a simple, stylized way. Plus, you can collect them without breaking the bank.

Don't get me wrong, I appreciate the artistry and detail of higher-end figures. But sometimes, simpler is better.

It's All About Preference

Look, I'm not trying to yuck anyone's yum. If you love your Maou Sadao figure, rock on. Display it with pride.

I just think that maybe, just maybe, we could have a few more options. A little more variety. A little more demon lord, a little less… drive-thru.

Maybe it's just me. Maybe I'm missing something. But I'm putting it out there.

The Devil Is A Part-Timer! figure situation? It's a little bit of a missed opportunity.

Now, if you'll excuse me, I'm going to go order a MgRonald's and contemplate my life choices.