Netflix's animated series, Masters of the Universe: Revolution, will be released on January 25. With its release, we're getting to know some key characters from the franchise. In this explainer, let's talk about Stinkor from Masters of the Universe: Revolution.
We'll be talking about who Stinkor is, what the series is about, and the actor who voices the character. Here's what you need to know about Stinkor.
What is Masters of the Universe: Revolution About?
Masters of the Universe: Revolution is a 10-part animated series that focuses on the early lives of Hordak and Skeletor. Viewers will get to see how the two forged their alliance. The series also brings He-Man and his friends to fight against the evil duo.
Masters of the Universe: Revolution is the sequel to Masters of the Universe: Revelation, which was released in 2021.
If you were born in the 70s or 80s, you'll be familiar with He-Man and the Masters of the Universe. This is where the MOTU was based on. Unfortunately, there is no connection between the 80s series and the present-day animation.
The official synopsis of the animated series reads:
"The newly mechanized Skeletor, armed with the might of Motherboard, attacks the heart of Eternia while Prince Adam grapples with a new responsibility and what that means for him as He-Man! Adam is forced to choose between the scepter or the sword, and a life as either the King or the Champion! Meanwhile, the new Sorceress Teela searches for the secret of Snake Magic in the mists of Darksmoke to rebuild a magic realm and help He-Man hold off the greatest threat Eternia has ever faced: the return of the despot Hordak, the ruthless leader of the Horde Empire!"
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Who is Stinkor from Masters of the Universe: Revolution?
Stinkor from Masters of the Universe: Revolution is a villain that dates back to the original series. The fictional character first appeared as an action figure in the 1985 toyline.
The character is described as a humanoid skunk with the body of Arnold Schwarzenegger. He hast he ability to release a toxic odor that makes his enemies immobile.
One thing that stood out about the action figure is that it came with a foul scent, after all, Stinkor is called the "Evil Master of Odors." The toy came with a mini-comic called The Stench of Evil!.
According to Mattel, they made the Stinkor action figure using another villain from the Masters of the Universe franchise, Mer-Man. To make the two toys look different, Mattel painted Stinkor black and white to resemble a skunk.
They also added patchouli oil to create the musky odor that became the main feature of the toy. Interestingly, the action figure landed on the 30th spot of Cracked's The 36 Worst Action Figures From Iconic Toy Lines.
But it was also on the 7th spot of Topless Robot's The 12 Coolest Masters of the Universe Action Features list.
Who Voices Stinkor in Masters of the Universe: Revolution?
Jason Edward Mewes has been credited as the voice behind Stinkor's character in Netflix's animated series. Mewes is an American actor, comedian, and podcaster, who gained notoriety as Jay from Jay and Silent Bob.
Mewes was also in Chasing Amy, Mallrats, Clerks II, Dogma, and many other projects. He has also continued to reprise his role as Jay in various Jay and Silent Bob spinoffs.
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