Zombie (Angry Expression)
min020 · Minecraft
The Nether/The Overworld · 2013-2014; first mass distribution in 2014
Figure ID
min020
Theme
Minecraft
Year Released
2013-2014; first mass distribution in 2014
Rarity
Common; this figure was mass-produced across several early Minecraft System-scale sets.
Head
Square green block head with dark green pixelated hair printing and an angry/scowling face with showing teeth.
Torso
Medium blue torso with tattered/ripped shirt printing showing green skin at the collar and bottom; bright green hands.
Legs
Dark brown short-to-standard scale unprinted legs and hips.
Accessories
None included in the image; typically came with a wooden shovel, iron shovel, or iron sword in retail sets.
Color Scheme
Bright green skin, medium blue shirt, and dark brown trousers.
Printing Details
Standard pixelated Minecraft aesthetic; facial features are centered on the block head with high alignment quality.
Variants
Standard Zombie (min008) has a calmer look; this version features the angry/aggressive brow.
Condition Notes
Prone to loose neck joints due to the weight of the square head; checking for teeth marks on the square edges is common.
Estimated Value
Used: $1.50 - $3.00 USD; New: $4.00 - $6.00 USD.
Price (New)
Retail sets ranged from $12.99 to $100.00; roughly $3.00 value per figure in original retail context.
Compatible Sets
21105 Micro World - The Village (as a microfigure), 21113 The Cave, 21119 The Dungeon.
Character Background
The primary hostile mob in Minecraft; burns in sunlight and chases the player (Steve) to deal melee damage.
Design Notes
Uses the proprietary 2x2x2 cube head mold specifically developed for the Minecraft line to mimic game blocks.
Similar Minifigures
Baby Zombie, Husk, Drowned, and the classic Steve minifigure.
Collectibility
Moderate; essential for army building in Minecraft dioramas, but highly common in the secondary market.
History
Followed the success of the LEGO Ideas Micro World sets; marked the transition to traditional minifigure scale for the theme.
Interesting Facts
The 'angry' face was specifically chosen for sets where the Zombie is actively attacking a player or mob.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in a cave scene or mob spawner diorama using dark grey slopes and translucent fire pieces.
Modification Potential
Highly modular; heads can be swapped onto various 'villager' bodies to represent infected villagers.
Overall Assessment
A fundamental mob for any Minecraft fan; high play value but low individual investment rarity. Quality is durable and iconic.