Anakin Skywalker (Short Legs, High Cowl)
sw0014 · Star Wars
Episode I: The Phantom Menace · 1999 (First Wave of LEGO Star Wars)
Figure ID
sw0014
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
1999 (First Wave of LEGO Star Wars)
Rarity
Uncommon to Rare. While it appeared in high-volume sets, its age (25 years) and status as one of the original 1999 figures make it highly desirable for completionists.
Head
Classic yellow skin tone with small black dot eyes, a simple smile, and brown freckle printing. It uses the standard 'male' face mold of the era but with unique freckle patterns representing a young boy.
Torso
Tan colored torso with simple black line printing representing a Jedi tunic/tattered rags and a brown belt line. Yellow hands and tan arms. Back is unprinted (standard for the era).
Legs
Tan unprinted short legs (fixed, non-bending). This represents Anakin's height as a child in Episode I.
Accessories
Usually paired with a light gray wrench or a chrome/silver lightsaber (post-podrace), but often sold with a brown Jedi hood or a podracer helmet/goggles in specific sets.
Color Scheme
Primary: Tan and Yellow. Accent: Brown (belt/freckles) and Dark Orange (hair). This reflects the desert earth-tones of Tatooine.
Printing Details
Minimalist pad printing. Features single-color line art for the tunic and belt. Face print is limited to the front side only. High durability but low detail compared to modern standards.
Variants
sw0014a (Grey hair/different head gear), sw1141 (2021 updated version with realistic flesh tones and bending short legs). This is the original 1999 classic yellow version.
Condition Notes
Susceptible to 'yellowing' (discoloration) of the tan plastic if exposed to UV. Check for 'arm cracks' (vertical splits on the side of the torso) and loose head-to-torso clutch power.
Estimated Value
Used Complete: $8.00 - $15.00; New/Mint: $25.00 - $40.00. Value increases significantly if the chrome lightsaber or specific original helmet is included.
Price (New)
Available in sets ranging from $5.00 (7101 Lightsaber Duel) up to $90.00 (7171 Mos Espa Podrace) in 1999.
Compatible Sets
7131 Anakin's Podracer (1999), 7171 Mos Espa Podrace (1999), 7141 Naboo Fighter (1999), 7101 Lightsaber Duel (1999).
Character Background
Represents Anakin Skywalker as a 9-year-old slave on Tatooine before he was discovered by Qui-Gon Jinn. This figure captures his appearance during The Phantom Menace.
Design Notes
One of the first uses of 'short legs' in the Star Wars line. This figure predates the transition to 'Light Flesh' skin tones which occurred in 2004.
Similar Minifigures
sw0014a (Anakin with Brown Hood), sw0120 (Anakin with Dark Tan Torso), sw1141 (20th Anniversary style remake).
Collectibility
High. As a 'First Wave' (1999) Star Wars figure, it is a staple of any serious LEGO Star Wars collection and a nostalgia piece for many.
History
Launched LEGO Star Wars in 1999. This specific design remained the standard for young Anakin until the flesh-tone transition in the mid-2000s.
Interesting Facts
The 'Dark Orange' hair piece used here was relatively new to the LEGO palette in 1999 and became the iconic look for this figure for years.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside sw0001 (Battle Droid) or sw0011 (Darth Maul) to recreate Episode I scenes. Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent the tan plastic from turning a muddy brown.
Modification Potential
The head is a popular choice for 'Classic' style MOCs of children. The tan torso is often repurposed for custom peasants or villagers in Castle themes.
Overall Assessment
A legendary piece of LEGO history. Rating: 9/10 for historical significance, 4/10 for detail compared to modern figures. A mid-tier essential for collectors.