The crew at BigBadWorkShop held their second podcast last night, featuring hosts Jack, Mike, and Bill alongside special guest Sean Rourke, the Lore Master and co-creator of Operation: Monster Force. The episode focused on the Dark Directives figures spin-off line, and fans got plenty to be excited about.

Count Dracula (Blood Prince Ver.) Returns with a Bloody New Accessory

Wave 1 of Dark Directives begins with a reissue of Count Dracula (Blood Prince Version), now available for pre-order at BigBadToyStore. This updated release comes with an all-new accessory not seen with the JoeFest exclusive: a pool of blood base featuring an articulated red translucent skeleton arm emerging from it.

This new display base replaces the second head sculpt from the original figure, offering collectors a more dynamic and eerie way to showcase Dracula.

Check out a review of the original JoeFest release below:

Introducing the Blood Host of Dracula

From Dark Directives Wave 2, BigBadWorkShop revealed a new Blood Host of Dracula figure, a red translucent skeleton that pairs perfectly with the blood pool accessory. This combination lets collectors create a striking diorama where Dracula appears to summon an army of blood-born skeleton warriors from the depths of his own crimson pool.

Major Stryker (Field Commander) Joins the Dark Directives

The podcast also teased another upcoming Wave 2 figure, Major Stryker (Field Commander). This version of Stryker is an older, battle-tested leader of the Dark Directives, connecting the Operation: Monster Force universe with the legacy of Eagle Force in a gritty new way.

With each new reveal, Dark Directives continues to expand the rich lore of Operation: Monster Force, blending horror, military action, and supernatural storytelling in a line that’s quickly becoming a fan favorite.

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