I still remember the buzz when the first images of Space Molly Series 2 started leaking. We were all coming down from the high of Series 1, which felt like a lightning strike in the designer toy world. It was clean, classic, and established MOLLY as Pop Mart's astronaut queen. So when Series 2 was announced, the expectation was... Well, more of the same, just better.
What we got was something different. Something a little weirder.
And honestly, something a little more interesting.
The first thing that threw everyone for a loop was the split release. Pop Mart dropped Series 2 as Set A and Set B. They were two distinct assortments released at different times, which caused a ton of confusion. People were asking us at PopNya constantly, "Is this the whole series?" "Am I missing something?" It felt like a slightly chaotic marketing experiment. Set A had some instant classics like the Care Bears collab and the stunning Jellyfish. Set B brought in designs like the Keith Haring tribute and the Patrick Star collab. Looking back, it was an ambitious move, an attempt to pack even more creativity into one "series." But at the time, it just felt fragmented.
For a lot of collectors, this series lives in the shadow of its older sibling. When people talk about the originals, they often mean the designs from The One That Started It All: A Collector's Look Back at Space Molly Series 1. Those figures, like Earth and the classic white astronaut, are iconic. They defined the entire line. Series 2 had the tough job of following that up, and it did so by taking a hard left turn into pure pop art and whimsy.
The Designs: From Astronaut to Art Project
This is where Series 2 really shines, but also where it polarizes people. Series 1 was about space exploration. Series 2 was about what an astronaut might dream about in space.
We got a Watermelon MOLLY. A yellow-and-pink Jellyfish MOLLY with delicate, dangling tentacles. A vibrant, primary-colored Mondrian-inspired MOLLY. These weren't just MOLLYs in different colored suits; they were conceptual art pieces in a 100% scale format.
As a seller, I saw the reaction in real-time. The Jellyfish was an instant sell-out. The tentacles were a brilliant touch, something we hadn't seen in terms of mixed-media elements in a 100% figure before. But then you had figures like the Patrick Star from Spongebob. Some people loved the crossover, others felt it diluted the "Space Molly" theme. It was a bold choice, and that's the story of this whole series. It's full of bold, sometimes clashing, choices.
Compared to Series 1's cohesive, almost uniform look, Series 2 is a beautiful mess. And I mean that as a compliment. It feels like Kenny Wong and the Pop Mart team were throwing everything at the wall to see what would stick. The result is a collection where you might only love three or four of the nine figures in a set, but you will really love them. Your favorites from this series are probably your all-time favorites.
Let's Talk Quality and That "MEGA" Name
One of the most common questions we still get is about the name: mega space molly series 2. It's confusing, I get it. "MEGA" is the name of the entire Space Molly product line, regardless of size. The "100%" denotes the size of these blind box figures (approximately 7.6 cm tall). So when you see "MEGA SPACE MOLLY 100% Series 2," it just means "the small blind box version of the second Space Molly series." It doesn't mean it's a giant 400% or 1000% figure.
Now, for the quality.The paint application feels a bit more confident. The lines on the Mondrian and Keith Haring figures are surprisingly crisp for a mass-produced toy. The matte finish on figures like the Watermelon is fantastic, it doesn't pick up fingerprints the way some of the glossier Series 1 figures did.
But it wasn't perfect. The clear plastic on the Jellyfish helmet was prone to tiny scuffs right out of the box. And the biggest issue I saw was with the antennas on that same figure. They are incredibly delicate. We had more than a few customer service emails about antennas snapping off in transit or during unboxing. It's a figure you display, not one you handle often. It's beautiful, but fragile. This is the kind of real-world detail you only learn after seeing dozens of them opened.
The Secrets: Where Fortunes (and Reputations) Are Made
Ah, the secrets. This is where the real drama of any blind box series lies. Series 2 had some absolute bangers.
The big one from Set A was "Toffee." It was a translucent, amber-colored MOLLY with a beautiful gradient. When this series dropped, Toffee was the chase. Retail for a single box was around $15. I saw the first Toffee figures hit the secondary market for $180-$200 within days. It was madness. The price has since settled to a more "reasonable" $100-$140, depending on condition, but it remains one of the most sought-after 100% secrets.
Set B gave us "Vincent," a tribute to Van Gogh's The Starry Night. It was a beautiful design, but it never quite captured the community's imagination like Toffee did.
Then there was the super-secret, or "hyper secret" as some call it: "Meta." This was a clear MOLLY with a metallic, rainbow-finished skeleton inside. The pull rate for this was astronomical, rumored to be 1/216 or even rarer. Honestly, I've only ever seen two of these in person. It's a true grail piece. If you pull one, you've basically won the lottery. We're talking a figure that consistently fetches $300-$500.
The hype around these secrets was a double-edged sword. It drove incredible excitement, but it also led to some shady behavior. People would buy entire cases, weigh them meticulously, and try to pinpoint the secrets before selling off the "duds."
A Collector's Tip: The Weight Game is Over
Yes, in the initial release, you could sometimes identify heavier figures like the ones with more complex parts. Toffee, for instance, had a slightly different weight profile.
But Pop Mart got wise to this. Fast.
On later production runs of Space Molly Series 2, we started noticing inconsistencies. Some boxes had tiny extra pieces of cardboard inside, seemingly to normalize the weights across the case. The shake test to hear the Jellyfish's tentacles? They started packing the boxes tighter. The game of cat and mouse between collectors and the manufacturer is real, and with this series, the manufacturer started winning. My advice? Just enjoy the surprise. The thrill of the pull is what makes blind boxes fun. If you're hunting for a specific figure, you're almost always better off buying it on the secondary market than gambling on cases.
Real Talk: Is Space Molly Series 2 Worth It in 2024?
This is the big question. With so many new series out, should you go back and hunt for this one?
My honest take: it depends on who you are as a collector.
If you are brand new to MOLLY and just want to dip your toes in, I'd probably say no. The series is officially out of production, so finding sealed cases at a reasonable price is tough. You'll be navigating eBay and reseller groups, which can be intimidating. You might be better off starting with a more recent release, like the fantastic A Collector's Deep Dive into MEGA Space Molly 100% Series 3, which is more readily available and, in my opinion, has a more consistent design language.
However, if you're a dedicated MOLLY fan or a lover of pop art, Series 2 is absolutely essential. It is a pivotal moment for the character. It's the series where MOLLY transcended from a simple astronaut character into a canvas for artistic expression. The collaborations with Care Bears, Keith Haring, and Spongebob were precursors to the massive crossover culture we see in designer toys today.
For me, the Jellyfish, Watermelon, and Mondrian figures are non-negotiable parts of a complete MOLLY collection. They are just too unique and beautifully executed to ignore. This series isn't the most cohesive, and it's not the most "classic," but it might just be the most ambitious. It's the awkward, artistic middle child that ended up being way cooler than anyone gave it credit for at the time.
It's a series that rewards a second look. It's not just a sequel; it's a statement. A chaotic, colorful, and ultimately brilliant statement that paved the way for all the wild designs that followed. It's a snapshot of a time when Pop Mart was figuring out just how far they could push the boundaries of a single character platform. And for that reason alone, it has a special place on my shelf, and in the PopNya warehouse.
If you're feeling the pull to explore the universe of Kenny Wong's creations, you can always browse our current MOLLY figures and see which one is calling your name.
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