Prince John & Sir Hiss - Artfully Evil

This highly sought-after pin, "Prince John & Sir Hiss - Artfully Evil," released on September 7, 2021, celebrates two of Disney's most comically sinister villains from the 1973 animated classic *Robin Hood*. The pin is part of the popular "Artfully Evil" series, which features various Disney villains depicted in a unique artistic style. Prince John, the greedy and thumb-sucking lion, is prominently featured alongside his long-suffering snake advisor, Sir Hiss, who famously uses hypnosis to aid Prince John in usurping King Richard's throne. Sir Hiss often tries to warn Prince John of dangers but is frequently ignored and punished, adding to the film's comic relief. The "Artfully Evil" collection is known to consist of 12 pins, with other notable villains like Scar, Maleficent, and Hades also represented. This particular Limited Edition (LE) pin has an edition size of 3000, making it a desirable item for collectors due to its relatively low production number and the enduring popularity of *Robin Hood* and its memorable antagonists. It was released at both Disneyland Resort (DLR) and Walt Disney World (WDW), increasing its accessibility upon release but maintaining its collectibility as a Limited Edition piece.