Maleficent - Chaser (Bus)

This pin features Maleficent, the iconic Mistress of All Evil from the 1959 animated classic Sleeping Beauty, stylized as a Disney bus. Released on January 13, 2026, as part of the Walt Disney World Hidden Disney Series 2026 Wave A: Disney Buses, this piece is a highly sought-after Chaser variant. The Hidden Disney series is a popular collection of pins released as a Gift With Purchase through Cast Member pin trading boards at Walt Disney World. While the standard pins in this series are Open Edition, the Chaser variant is significantly more difficult to acquire, making it a primary target for completists. Maleficent remains one of Disney’s most popular villains, and her transition into a bus design offers a whimsical take on her dark, regal aesthetic. The pin captures her signature purple and black color palette, complete with her iconic horned headdress integrated into the vehicle's design. Collectors prize these Chaser pins due to their limited distribution compared to the standard Open Edition counterparts found within the same wave. As an Open Edition release, it remains a staple of the current trading era, though its status as a Chaser variant elevates its market presence. This pin serves as a perfect example of the creative character-themed transportation designs that have become a hallmark of modern Walt Disney World pin trading.