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Action figures are toy models created based on characters from anime, games, movies, and other works.Action figures can be classified into different types based on various criteria, such as:

1. Character Figures: Action figures created based on characters from anime, games, movies, etc. These figures often have a high level of detail and accuracy in replicating the original character.

2. Bishoujo Figures: Action figures featuring cute and attractive female characters from anime and games, emphasizing their cuteness and sexiness.

3. Articulated Figures: Action figures with movable joints that allow for various poses and positions.

4. Scale Figures: Action figures made to scale, often with a high level of precision and accuracy in representing real-life proportions.

5. "Moe" Figures: Action figures characterized by their cute and cartoonish appearance, commonly seen in Japanese anime culture.

6. Superhero Figures: Action figures based on superheroes from comics and movies, including characters like Spider-Man, Iron Man, and Superman.

7. Animal Figures: Action figures based on animals such as cats, dogs, dinosaurs, etc.

8. Sports Figures: Action figures based on athletes and sports stars, such as football players, basketball stars, etc.

9. Scale Model Figures: Typically refers to scaled-down models of real-life objects like military vehicles, airplanes, and ships. These include military models and car models.

10. Historical Figures: Action figures based on historical figures, such as ancient emperors and famous generals.

11. Mechanical Figures: Action figures based on robotic and mecha characters, often featuring movable joints and transformable features.

12. Motorcycle Figures: Action figures based on motorcycles, racing vehicles, etc., with detailed designs and a sense of motion.

Action figures can also be categorized based on different materials, including:

1. PVC Figures: PVC (Polyvinyl chloride) is one of the most commonly used materials for making action figures. PVC figures often have good detail representation and articulation, widely used in various types of action figure production.

2. ABS Figures: ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) is a strong and durable plastic material commonly used for making mechanical figures, mecha figures, and other action figures that require both articulation and durability.

3. Resin Figures: Resin figures are made using resin materials and often exhibit a high level of detail and accuracy. They are suitable for creating complex character figures.

4. Vinyl Figures: Vinyl is a soft material commonly used for making cute character figures, such as Q-version figures. It offers a certain level of flexibility and pliability.

5. Metal Figures: Metal figures are made using metal materials, often using copper, zinc alloys, etc., providing a higher quality and weighty feel.

6. Plastic Figures: Plastic figures are made using plastic materials, commonly including polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP), etc., offering strong flexibility and durability.

7. Fabric Figures: Fabric figures are made using fabric materials and stuffing, often based on cute characters, providing a soft touch and adorable appearance.

8. Mixed Material Figures: Some action figures may combine multiple materials, such as PVC for the head and resin for the body, to achieve better effects and detail representation.