Clone Trooper Commander, 212th Attack Battalion (Phase 2) - Orange Visor
sw0523 · Star Wars
Star Wars: The Clone Wars · 2014
Figure ID
sw0523
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2014
Rarity
Rare
Head
Standard clone trooper head with flesh tone skin and angry clone expression, shared across multiple Star Wars prequel sets from the era.
Torso
White torso with highly detailed 212th orange armor printing, grey belt with pouches, and unique battle damage weathering/dirt smudges. Includes solid orange arms and black hands.
Legs
White legs with intricate orange knee plating, grey toe accents, and matching printed battle wear dirt smudges across the front and sides.
Accessories
Standard orange Phase 2 clone trooper visor attached to the helmet and a black blaster weapon (often a long rifle or standard blaster pistol depending on exact display context).
Color Scheme
Primary white with bright orange secondary accents, grey utility details, and black hands and mechanical highlights.
Printing Details
Exceptional pad printing featuring complex multi-colored chest armor, battle-damage scuffs, precise helmet lines, and dual-molded or printed leg details standard for 2014 high-end Star Wars sets.
Variants
Differs from standard 212th troopers by including the unique printed orange commander markings and the attachable bright orange visor.
Condition Notes
Prone to wear on the printed helmet ridge, torso battle damage fading from heavy play, and potential cracking around the arm joints if handled aggressively.
Estimated Value
Used complete market value ranges from $25 to $40 USD, while pristine new versions can command upwards of $50+ USD.
Price (New)
Originally obtained in the 2014 Utapau Troopers battle pack which retailed for approximately $12.99 USD.
Compatible Sets
75036 Utapau Troopers (2014)
Character Background
Represents a clone commander within the 212th Attack Battalion, serving under High Jedi General Obi-Wan Kenobi and Commander Cody during the Clone Wars.
Design Notes
Features the updated Phase 2 helmet mold introduced in 2014 with realistic battle-weathering graphics characteristic of the mid-2010s Clone Wars waves.
Similar Minifigures
sw0522 Airborne Clone Trooper, sw0521 212th Clone Trooper, sw0553 Commander Cody
Collectibility
High collector demand due to army-building popularity, scarcity in secondary markets, and high appeal for prequel-era Star Wars enthusiasts.
History
Debuted in the 2014 wave alongside updated helmet holes meant to accommodate visors and rangefinders, marking a major milestone in accurate LEGO Star Wars army building.
Interesting Facts
The battle-worn texture printing was a divisive design choice by LEGO in 2014, though it has since become highly sought after for its gritty aesthetic.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a dark grey or Utapau-themed custom baseplate alongside standard 212th troopers and General Obi-Wan Kenobi.
Modification Potential
Excellent for custom MOC builders looking to create larger Geonosis or Utapau dioramas or upgrading with cloth pauldrons and kamas.
Overall Assessment
An absolute must-have for Clone Wars collectors, balancing great detail, high emotional nostalgia for the era, and steady secondary market appreciation.