Gus Fring Breaking Bad 1/6 Scale

About

Gustavo "Gus" Fring is a central character in the Breaking Bad universe, portrayed by Giancarlo Esposito. Known for his calm demeanor, intelligence, and ruthlessness, Gus is a high-ranking drug lord who operates under the guise of a successful entrepreneur. He is one of the series' most iconic antagonists, whose calculated nature and strategic brilliance set him apart as a formidable foe.

Background and History

1. Origins:

   • Gus’s past is shrouded in mystery. He is originally from Chile, and there are hints that he had connections to a powerful regime or military force before relocating to the United States.
   • His full backstory is deliberately left ambiguous, adding to his enigmatic and intimidating presence.

2. Rise to Power:

   • Gus starts building his drug empire in the United States using legitimate businesses as fronts.
   • He forms a partnership with his close friend and chemist, Max Arciniega, to create high-quality methamphetamine and attract cartel interest.
   • Tragedy strikes when Max is killed by Hector Salamanca on orders from Don Eladio, igniting Gus’s lifelong vendetta against the cartel.

Role in Breaking Bad

1. The Los Pollos Hermanos Front:

   • Gus operates Los Pollos Hermanos, a successful chain of fried chicken restaurants, as a legitimate cover for his drug trafficking operations.
   • He also uses an industrial laundry facility, Lavandería Brillante, to hide a high-tech underground meth superlab.

2. Partnership with Walter White:

   • Gus initially partners with Walter White (Bryan Cranston) due to Walter's unparalleled ability to produce pure methamphetamine.
   • Their professional relationship becomes strained as Walter’s unpredictability and ego clash with Gus’s disciplined and methodical nature.

3. Conflict with the Cartel:

   • Gus covertly wages war against the Mexican cartel, seeking to eliminate their influence and exact revenge for Max’s death. His ultimate goal is to dominate the drug trade independently.

4. Rivalry with Hector Salamanca:

   • Gus systematically dismantles Hector's power and pride, leaving him humiliated and confined to a wheelchair.
   • His personal vendetta against Hector culminates in his downfall when Walter uses Hector to carry out a suicide bombing that kills Gus.

5. Iconic Death:

   • Gus meets his end in Season 4, Episode 13 (Face Off), in one of television's most memorable scenes. After the explosion, he steps out of Hector's room seemingly unharmed before the camera reveals half of his face has been blown off. He adjusts his tie and collapses, marking the end of his reign.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Dimensions: 30cm
• Scale: 1/6
• Model Number: PT-sp66
• Material: PVC

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