Star Wars may have produced the most famous sword prop in fiction: the lightsaber, but when it comes to cartoons, Prince Adam and his Power Sword from He-Man and the Masters of the Universe are a close runner up.
If you’re planning on doing a cosplay based on Masters of the Universe: Revelation or any other He-Man show, these replica swords are great for putting together an outfit and displaying as a piece of merch.
He-Man Uses the Sword of Power a.k.a the Power Sword
He-Man’s Power Sword, sometimes called the Sword of Grayskull, is a weapon that Prince Adam of Eternia uses to transform into He-Man. The sword has gone through multiple changes throughout the show’s seasons, but most fans will recognize the all-silver version with a brown leather-wrapped handle that closely resembles the She-Ra’s Sword of Protection.
The sword is derived from an earlier version in Blackstar, a 1981 cartoon that showed a pair of swords that were representative of two halves of one power. Fans speculate that this is why He-Man’s Power Sword and Skeletor’s sword look the same.
He-Man’s Magical Sword Transforms Him Into He-Man
Like Adora (from Netflix’s She-Ra and the Princesses of Power) whose Sword of Protection allowed her to turn into She-Ra, the Masters of the Universe Power Sword allowed Prince Adam to turn into He-Man by saying the words “By the power of Grayskull!”
Once transformed, He-Man grasps the top of his sword and shouts out “I have the power!”
He-Man Sword Replicas That Are Perfect Collectibles
He-Man movie sword replica come in different sizes and materials ranging from He-Man action figure sized replicas to limited edition swords that can only be bought on pre-order. But for those looking for a high quality replica that’s perfect for cosplay, here are a few versions of the Power Sword.
He-Man Golden Power Sword
This high quality replica of He-Man’s Power Sword uses a translucent golden blade that’s meant to simulate the lighting effects of the Power Sword as seen in the show. It’s made entirely of plastic, giving it a cartoony, block-like appearance.
The sword comes with a lighting and sound effect that can be activated using the button placed on top of the hilt, just under the crossguard. This makes it well-suited for kids who need a He-Man toy that can take a beating while still having interactive features.
Length: 50.8 cm
Material: ABS plastic
He-Man Silver Power Sword
This replica is based on the Power Sword design used in the show during the early 2000s and features a pronged crossguard with a spider-like design. Though it looks sharp, this copy of the Power Sword is perfectly safe since it’s made of durable ABS plastic and painted with a glossy silver finish.
The sword leans into the futuristic themes of Masters of the Universe and has a circuit board embossed on the flat side of the blade.
Length: 63.50
Material: ABS plastic
He-Man Classic Power Sword
Become your own 80s man-at-arms with the classic Power Sword that He-Man uses for fighting Skeletor. The sword has a smooth silver blade that seamlessly blends into the crossguard and handle, giving it a minimalistic, but still decidedly retro look. The sword also has a brown painted handle to simulate the leather wrap of He-Man’s sword.
Length: 38.10 cm
Material: ABS plastic
Skeletor Themed He-Man Sword
The Power Sword was a weapon for good, but it’s twin sword was used to terrorize the people of Eternia. Skeletor’s sword uses an all-purple color scheme that matches the shade used for his cape and hood.
Aside from this difference, it looks exactly the same as He-Man’s classic silver sword which helps reflect how the swords represent two sides of one struggle between good and evil.
Conclusion
He-Man’s Power Swords went through multiple transformations in the show, but one thing’s for sure: they’re awesome. So, it’s no wonder fans like us have always wanted our own replica He-Man sword. While the replica swords on this list may be copies of different versions, they will all make you feel like you have the power of Grayskull.
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Juliana has been writing for nearly thirty years and concentrates on Tudor and Medieval history. She has written for Tudor Dynasty, Tudor Writing Circle, Historian Matt Lewis, and others. Juliana currently writes for Pen and Sword Publishers and is the author of several books, including Medicine in the Middle Ages and A History of Insanity and the Asylum.
