Assassin Droid (IG-88)
sw0229 · Star Wars
Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back · 2009
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Figure ID
sw0229
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2009
Rarity
Uncommon
Overall Assessment
An iconic classic bounty hunter figure that adds immense value to any original trilogy display.
AI Estimated Value
Not an official valuation5.00 USD to 10.00 USD depending on condition and inclusion of weapon.
Original Retail
Came inside sets priced between 30.00 USD and 100.00 USD.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on condition, completeness, and market demand.
Parts
Head
Printed round cylindrical brick representing the droid head with red optical sensors and black paneling, attached to a conical neck piece.
Torso
Standard skeletal droid torso in dark bluish gray with spine structure and clip attachment points.
Legs
Standard skeletal droid legs joined by a single hip pin, molded in dark bluish gray.
Accessories
Black LEGO blaster rifle standard for Star Wars battle droid figures.
Printing Details
Pad-printed red and black sensor details around the cylindrical head piece.
Color Scheme
Dark bluish gray primary color with black and red printed optical details on the head.
Known Variants
Appeared in chrome silver in earlier sets, and later updated with newer head molds and color shades.
Condition Notes
Prone to looseness at the clip and arm joints, common stress marks on the skeletal spine.
Found In Sets
10188 Death Star, 8092 Luke's Landspeeder
Character Background
IG-88 is a notorious assassin droid and bounty hunter featured in Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back.
Design Notes
Uses standard LEGO battle droid skeletal arms and legs combined with a unique cylindrical printed head piece.
History
Introduced in the late 2000s to update classic bounty hunters with more accurate molds.
Interesting Facts
The head piece is constructed using an inverted roller skate or similar cylindrical element with specialized printing.
Collectibility
High demand among original trilogy and bounty hunter collectors.
Similar Minifigures
IG-11, standard Battle Droid, Super Battle Droid
Display Suggestions
Best displayed alongside other bounty hunters like Boba Fett and Dengar on a dark baseplate.
Modification Potential
Can be upgraded with custom cloth bandoliers or painted metallic highlights.