Asajj Ventress - Dark Disciple, Fabric Skirt
sw0315 · Star Wars
Star Wars: The Clone Wars · 2011
Figure ID
sw0315
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2011
Rarity
Rare
Head
Pale flesh with dark purple facial tattoos, white pupils, scowling expression, bald head with molded/printed cranial details, dual-sided printing.
Torso
Dark purple torso with silver crescent symbol, wrapped grey bandage printing, dark purple arms and hands.
Legs
Dark bluish grey legs with continuation of wrapped grey bandage printing across lower legs and hips.
Accessories
Two lightservers with pearl light grey curved hilts and trans-neon red blades.
Color Scheme
Dark purple, dark bluish grey, pale flesh, silver, and trans-neon red.
Printing Details
High quality pad printing on head (front and back), torso (front and back), and legs. Intricate facial tattoos and bandage wrapping details.
Variants
Appeared in a slightly different iteration in earlier Clone Wars sets (sw0185 from 2008), which featured a more basic face print and black outfit.
Condition Notes
Check for fading on the torso wraps, scratches on the pale flesh head, and clutch power on the unique curved lightsaber hilts.
Estimated Value
$25.00 - $45.00 depending on complete accessories and condition.
Price (New)
Originally available in a $49.99 set (Set 7931 T-6 Jedi Shuttle, 2011).
Compatible Sets
7931-1: T-6 Jedi Shuttle (2011)
Character Background
Asajj Ventress is a Dathomirian Sith assassin, former Jedi Padawan, and formidable antagonist during the Clone Wars animated series, wielding dual red lightsabers with curved hilts.
Design Notes
Features specialized curved lightsaber handles designed specifically to mimic her unique dual-wielding martial arts style.
Similar Minifigures
sw0185 (Asajj Ventress 2008 version), Savage Opress (sw0316), Count Dooku (sw0334).
Collectibility
High collectibility among Star Wars Clone Wars completists due to the character's popularity and relatively short window of availability.
History
Introduced during the peak of the Star Wars: The Clone Wars animated series wave in 2011 as a redesign of her 2008 figure.
Interesting Facts
Her curved lightsabers can be connected at the pommels to form a double-bladed saber, reflecting her combat style from the show.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside other Clone Wars villains and Jedi on a black baseplate with her dual red lightsabers crossed.
Modification Potential
Parts can be used for custom Dathomirian or Sith MOCs, utilizing her unique pale tattooed head piece.
Overall Assessment
An essential and well-designed figure for Clone Wars fans, featuring distinctive printing and unique accessories that hold solid collector value.