Season 13 of Overwatch 2, titled Spellbinder, has introduced witch-themed cosmetics, including the highly anticipated Grim Effigy Reaper skin.

This marks a significant shift in skin design practices, as it is the first time a new skin in Overwatch 2 has utilized a hero's original model.

To unlock the Grim Effigy skin, players must reach Tier 50 of the Premium Battle Pass, adding an element of challenge to its acquisition.

This new Epic skin is notable for being based on Reaper's original model from the first Overwatch game, rather than the updated version from Overwatch 2.

The Grim Effigy skin features a striking goat skull design that draws inspiration from a Leshen in The Witcher 3, incorporating elements like armor plates and thicker shotgun cartridges.

Overall, players have reacted positively, agreeing that Grim Effigy is a cool addition to Reaper's collection of Epic skins.

Fan PANSHOE has pointed out the design differences between the original and updated models through side-by-side comparisons shared on Reddit.

Community speculation suggests that the use of the original model may have been a mistake by an artist, yet many players express a preference for the older designs over the newer ones.

The exact reason for using the old model remains unclear; it may have been created prior to the finalization of the Overwatch 2 model or due to design compatibility issues.