THE APOTHECARY DIARIES - Maomao - Figure 22cm

Meet Maomao, the heroine of *The Apothecary’s Notebooks*, with this 22 cm Banpresto figurine. This piece highlights the character’s understated, intelligent and determined nature in a pose designed for display.

The figurine captures Maomao’s distinctive appearance, with her outfit inspired by the imperial court and her instantly recognisable style. Its 22 cm size makes for a striking display piece whilst remaining easy to incorporate into a collection dedicated to anime and manga characters.

Made from PVC, this figurine is particularly aimed at fans of the series who wish to showcase its main character. It naturally complements the other figurines of Maomao and the characters from *The Apothecary’s Notebooks*.

Technical specifications

• Manufacturer: Banpresto

• Licence: The Apothecary’s Notebooks

• Character: Maomao

• Type: collectable figurine

• Height: approx. 22 cm

• Material: PVC

• EAN: 4580886900831

• Supplier reference: PZ90083P

• Box dimensions: 14 × 14 × 25 cm

• Intendeduse: collection and display

Origin and character background (Lore)

Maomao is the heroine of *The Apothecary’s Notebook* (*Kusuriya no Hitorigoto*). Raised in the red-light district by an apothecary, she developed a deep knowledge of medicinal plants, poisons and their effects from a very young age.

After being abducted and then sold as a servant to the imperial palace, Maomao initially tries to keep a low profile. However, her curiosity and talent for solving medical mysteries quickly attract the attention of Jinshi, a senior court official.

Thanks to her analytical mind, keen powers of observation and knowledge of pharmacology, she regularly finds herself embroiled in cases involving mysterious illnesses, poisonings, political intrigues and court secrets.

Behind her pragmatic and sometimes detached demeanour, Maomao harbours an almost obsessive fascination with poisons and remedies. This blend of intelligence, scientific curiosity and independence makes her one of the series’ most distinctive and beloved characters.