Nemesis (Marvel Legends BAF)
Nemesis, also known as Holocaust in the Age of Apocalypse timeline, is one of the larger and more imposing villains associated with alternate X-Men continuity. The character’s design naturally suits a Build-A-Figure format, combining bulky armour plating, exposed energy elements and a mask-like helmet into a figure that stands apart from standard Marvel Legends bodies. The 2025 Marvel Legends release follows the modern comic interpretation, presenting a heavily armoured mutant with exaggerated proportions and a layered mechanical look.
Collectors tend to prioritise this Build-A-Figure because Nemesis has rarely received articulated figures at the standard 6-inch scale. The assembled figure features a unique torso and limb construction rather than simple part reuse, giving it a presence comparable to other large Marvel Legends characters without relying on oversized scaling alone. The sculpt focuses on asymmetrical armour panels and exposed details that make it visually distinct from smoother characters in the same line.
Another reason for interest is the character’s connection to multiple X-Men storylines and alternate universes. That crossover appeal means the completed figure works equally well alongside Age of Apocalypse displays or general villain line-ups, making it attractive even to collectors who are not completing every wave.
COMPLETE PARTS CHECKLIST
Below is the full list of figures required to assemble the Nemesis Build-A-Figure:
BUILD NOTES
- Some figures in the wave include multiple accessories, making the BAF part easy to overlook in secondary listings
- Larger limb pieces are often sold separately due to the figure’s display value once partially assembled
- The torso section is typically the most important component to secure early
- Packaging photos sometimes hide smaller connection pieces behind character accessories
- No confirmed reissue at original release time, so aftermarket circulation depends on part-outs rather than rereleases
DIFFICULTY & VALUE
Completion difficulty: Medium
Nemesis sits between easy comic waves and harder movie-based Build-A-Figures in terms of availability. The wave contains several desirable characters that collectors keep intact, reducing the number of complete part-outs but increasing circulation of individual pieces over time.
Typical collector ranges:
- Individual limbs: commonly available once the wave is widely opened
- Core body component: usually the harder piece to locate
- Complete assembled figure: mid-range compared with modern comic Build-A-Figures
Because the character appeals beyond a single team display, completed figures tend to stay assembled rather than being broken down again, which gradually reduces supply.
WAVE OVERVIEW
The X-Men Nemesis Build-A-Figure wave mixes classic team members with alternate timeline versions, creating a set that works across multiple display themes rather than focusing on a single storyline. The assortment includes a blend of core heroes and less frequently produced characters, encouraging collectors to purchase the wave for the figures themselves rather than only the parts.
Characters such as Cyclops and Nightcrawler represent recognisable team staples, while Gambit and Marrow add alternate universe styling. Fabian Cortez and Husk expand the mutant roster with less commonly produced characters, and Wolverine appears as a standalone figure without a Build-A-Figure component. This balance means collectors often assemble Nemesis while collecting figures they already wanted, rather than chasing unwanted releases purely for parts.
The wave therefore functions as both a character expansion set and a Build-A-Figure collection, reinforcing its role as a cohesive mutant-focused assortment rather than a purely completion-driven release.