CRYBABY Crying to the Moon Series: Complete Guide

CRYBABY Crying to the Moon uses the changing moon as a language for emotion. Twelve regular figures and one secret design turn loneliness, curiosity, love, sleep, travel and wishing into celestial scenes. The series does not promise that sadness disappears; instead, it suggests that feelings move through phases, just as the moon appears to grow, vanish and return.

This guide introduces CRYBABY creator Molly Yllom, explains the series concept and every character, and compares sealed blind boxes, whole sets and identified figures. View current options on the CRYBABY Crying to the Moon product page or explore the wider CRYBABY collection.

Who Created CRYBABY?

CRYBABY was created by Thai artist Molly Yllom, also known as Nisa “Mod” Srikamdee, founder of Molly Factory. She first developed the character around 2017, drawing inspiration from her pet Sochun and the small emotional changes she observed around her. The teary eyes, puffed cheeks and vulnerable posture became a direct visual statement: crying can release emotion rather than prove weakness.

The character’s message is not to remain inside sadness forever. Tears make the feeling visible, create a moment of honesty and then allow movement to continue. Molly’s work repeatedly makes room for contradictory experiences: someone can be brave and fragile, loving and hurt, playful and overwhelmed. The Molly Factory website is the creator’s official studio reference, while coverage of Molly Yllom’s collaborations describes CRYBABY as a character encouraging people to face their real feelings.

Why the Moon Fits CRYBABY

POP MART’s official Crying to the Moon collection page frames the series around allowing emotions to flow and finding beauty in every phase. That wording matters. A crescent is not a damaged full moon, and a dark sky is not evidence that the moon has ceased to exist. Each visible phase is temporary but complete in its own moment.

For CRYBABY, the moon also provides a private listener. People often process feelings at night, when activity becomes quieter and thoughts become louder. “Crying to the moon” can therefore mean admitting something when no human answer is available—expressing grief, hope or desire without needing to perform emotional control.

Official Series Details

• Official online release: December 11, 2025 at 6:00 PM PST
• Regular designs: 12
• Secret design: The Wishing Star
• Height: approximately 9–10 cm / 3.54–3.94 inches
• Materials: PVC and ABS
• Age guidance: not suitable for people under 15

These specifications are confirmed by the official POP MART Canada product page. Display color and measurements can vary slightly because of lighting, screens and normal production tolerances.

Every CRYBABY Crying to the Moon Character

The interpretations below use the official names and visual themes. They are collector readings, not invented fixed biographies.

The Dancing Star

The Dancing Star brings movement into the night sky. A star seems distant and fixed from Earth, yet this design imagines it as playful and alive. It can represent the brief energy that arrives even during an emotionally heavy night.

The Half Moon

The Half Moon challenges the idea that being incomplete means being insufficient. Only part of the shape is visible, but the whole moon remains present. The figure can symbolize a person continuing through a phase when only part of their strength is available.

The Outsider

The Outsider stands apart from the group and turns distance into identity. The design may resonate with collectors who have felt socially misplaced, yet still observe beauty from a different position. Isolation can hurt, but perspective can also begin at the edge.

The Moon Traveller

The Moon Traveller treats emotion as a journey instead of a destination. The figure does not need to know exactly where it will land; movement itself becomes an act of hope. It pairs naturally with The Outsider as a story about leaving one place to search for belonging.

The Rabbit on the Moon

The Rabbit on the Moon draws on the widely recognized image of a lunar rabbit found in several East Asian traditions. In the CRYBABY world, the rabbit also creates companionship: the moon is no longer empty, and the night contains another gentle living presence.

The Sleepy Sunny

Sleepy Sunny places sunlight inside a moon-focused collection. The contrast reminds us that emotional cycles require rest. Even brightness can become tired, and needing sleep does not mean losing warmth or optimism.

The Space Traveller

The Space Traveller expands the journey beyond the moon. It represents curiosity toward an unknown that may feel frightening and exciting at once. Unlike escape, exploration asks the traveller to stay attentive to what the new environment teaches.

The Night Sky

The Night Sky is not merely a background for the other characters; it becomes its own emotional space. Darkness can contain fear, privacy, rest and possibility. Stars are visible because of contrast, so the figure suggests that difficult periods can reveal details hidden by constant brightness.

The Full Moon

The Full Moon shows an emotion at maximum visibility. Fullness may feel powerful and complete, but it is still a phase rather than a permanent achievement. The design works as the visual opposite of The Half Moon without treating one as superior.

The Moon Catcher

The Moon Catcher reaches for something beautiful that cannot easily be owned. The figure can represent ambition, longing or the wish to preserve a temporary moment. Its emotional question is whether we can appreciate wonder without capturing it completely.

The Moon Lover

The Moon Lover directs affection toward a distant, changing object. It reflects love that survives absence and accepts phases. For gifting, it can represent devotion without requiring a conventional romantic design.

The First Boy on the Moon

The First Boy on the Moon combines childhood imagination with the language of historic exploration. Rather than focusing on achievement records, CRYBABY’s expression brings vulnerability to the scene: reaching a dream can still feel lonely, strange and emotionally overwhelming.

The Wishing Star — Secret

The secret design represents the private wish behind the whole journey. A wish does not guarantee an outcome; it gives desire a direction. Making The Wishing Star difficult to find reinforces the idea that the most personal hope is often hidden from everyone else.

How the Series Creates an Emotional Journey

One possible display narrative begins with The Outsider, followed by The Half Moon and The Night Sky. The Moon Traveller and Space Traveller introduce movement. The Rabbit on the Moon and Moon Lover create companionship, while Moon Catcher and First Boy on the Moon turn longing into action. Full Moon provides visibility, Sleepy Sunny permits rest, Dancing Star returns play, and Wishing Star holds the unresolved future.

This order is not official or mandatory. The series works precisely because collectors can build their own sequence. Someone experiencing change may begin with The Moon Traveller; someone recovering from burnout may place Sleepy Sunny at the center.

Single Blind Box, Whole Set or Identified Character?

A sealed blind box preserves the surprise. A standard whole set contains twelve non-repeating regular slots, but does not guarantee The Wishing Star; a secret normally replaces one regular. An identified Opened Box is the practical choice when you want one exact character or are choosing a meaningful gift.

Ri-son currently lists named options alongside sealed formats on the product page. For other emotional formats, compare CRYBABY Crying Again vinyl plush, the Cry Me an Ocean plush pendant series, and the Crying for Love jewelry set. The Powerpuff Girls collaboration presents the same emotional message through familiar superhero characters.

Display, Care and Authenticity

Arrange the figures by moon phase, emotional intensity or journey. Dark blue and neutral backgrounds support the celestial palette, but avoid placing the figures in long periods of direct sunlight. Use a soft dry brush or microfiber cloth for dust and avoid alcohol, acetone and strong cleaners on painted PVC and ABS.

For authenticity, compare the exact character name, box printing, sculpt, paint, base and card with official imagery. A copied QR code is not decisive by itself. Check the seller, condition description and return terms. POP MART’s FAQ, returns guidance, the FTC online-shopping guide and CPSC safety information provide additional context.

FAQ

How many figures are in CRYBABY Crying to the Moon?

The collection contains 12 regular designs plus The Wishing Star as the secret figure.

Is The Wishing Star guaranteed in a whole set?

No. A whole set is designed to contain 12 non-repeating regular slots, but the secret is random. When The Wishing Star appears, it normally replaces one regular design.

Who created CRYBABY?

CRYBABY was created by Thai artist Molly Yllom, also known as Nisa “Mod” Srikamdee, founder of Molly Factory. The character treats tears as emotional honesty and release rather than weakness.

What is the best option if I want one exact Moon character?

Choose an identified Opened Box option on the Ri-son product page when available. A sealed Blind Box is random.

How should I care for Crying to the Moon figures?

Keep the PVC and ABS figures away from prolonged sunlight, high heat and humidity. Dust gently with a soft dry brush and avoid alcohol or strong household cleaners.

Sources and Further Reading

• POP MART: Official Crying to the Moon collection concept
• POP MART: Official figure specifications
• Molly Factory: Creator studio
• The Toy Chronicle: Molly Yllom and CRYBABY’s emotional philosophy
• The Straits Times: CRYBABY creator profile