Tuzik
loc078 · Legends of Chima
Fire vs. Ice · 2015. This figure debuted in the final wave of the Chima theme, representing the Tribe of Saber-Tooth Tigers but in a corrupted 'fire-chi' or shadow-variant style.
Figure ID
loc078
Theme
Legends of Chima
Year Released
2015. This figure debuted in the final wave of the Chima theme, representing the Tribe of Saber-Tooth Tigers but in a corrupted 'fire-chi' or shadow-variant style.
Rarity
Uncommon. While not a flagship exclusive, Tuzik only appeared in one set near the end of the theme's production run, making him harder to find than early-wave Chima figures.
Head
Bright Red head with yellow eyes, orange-black detailing around eyes, and a snarling expression. It is topped with a black mohawk/head-fin piece which is a trademark of several Chima warrior builds.
Torso
Red torso with dark red muscular printing. It features a belt design at the bottom and some fur detailing in darker red. The hands are dark brown/reddish brown.
Legs
Black legs with silver, dark red, and grey armor printing. The printing depicts greaves or plate armor suited for the Saber-Tooth tribe's icy/warrior aesthetic.
Accessories
Usually equipped with a Chima-style ice/fire weapon. The image shows a brown club or spear-back element. The mohawk is technically a hair/headgear accessory.
Color Scheme
Primary Bright Red with Black and Reddish Brown accents. This departs from the traditional blue/white Saber-Tooth tribe colors to represent the later-season corruption/power-up.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the torso (front and back) and legs (front). The alignment of the abdominal muscles and the intricate armor on the legs is characteristic of mid-2010s LEGO quality.
Variants
There are no known internal production variants of Tuzik himself, but he shares many parts with other members of the Saber-Tooth Tiger Tribe like Sykor or Strainor.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include the tip of the black mohawk being bitten or scratched, and torso cracks under the arms. Red pigment holds up well against yellowing.
Estimated Value
$4.00 - $7.00 USD for a used complete figure. New versions can reach $10.00+ depending on the market and shipping.
Price (New)
Included in a $14.99 USD set (70220). The price-per-minifigure was roughly $7.50 within the set context at original retail.
Compatible Sets
70220 Saber-Tooth Walker.
Character Background
Tuzik is a warrior of the Saber-Tooth Tiger Tribe, part of the Hunter tribes that were awakened from ice to conquer Chima during the Fire vs. Ice storyline.
Design Notes
The use of the Mohawk piece instead of a full animal head mold (common for Chima) makes Tuzik more human-like than the leaders of the tribe, likely a design choice to signify a foot-soldier rank.
Similar Minifigures
Sykor (loc075), Strainor (loc076), and Sir Fangar (loc074). He shares a similar aesthetic to some Ninjago Stone Army warriors but with animalistic traits.
Collectibility
Moderate. Chima collectors seek him to complete the tribe, though he isn't considered a main character. Demand is stable among completionists.
History
Legends of Chima was LEGO's successor to Ninjago intended for a 3-year run. Tuzik comes from the 2015 'Fire vs Ice' wave which introduced more aggressive, elemental color schemes.
Interesting Facts
Despite being an animal-based character, this specific figure lacks the large molded mask piece many other Chima figures have, relying on the mohawk for silhouette.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed inside the 70220 Saber-Tooth Walker or alongside the larger Hunter Tribe leaders like Sir Fangar on a custom ice-themed baseplate.
Modification Potential
Excellent. His red muscular torso and red demon-like head make him highly desirable for custom 'Hellboy' or devil-themed MOCs and D&D miniatures.
Overall Assessment
A solid, well-detailed figure representing the tail-end of a major LEGO theme. A must-have for Chima fans, but also interesting for customizers due to the specialized red printing.