Ugluk
lor047 · The Lord of the Rings
The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers · 2013
Figure ID
lor047
Theme
The Lord of the Rings
Year Released
2013
Rarity
rare
Head
Flesh-colored head with furrowed brow, scowling expression, and distinctive white hand of Saruman painted on the forehead. Single-sided printing.
Torso
Flesh-colored torso featuring bare chest printing with detailed chest hair and a black pouch/strap across the waist. Dark flesh arms and light flesh hands.
Legs
Olive green standard legs with printed dark brown belt and loincloth continuation.
Accessories
Brown cloth hood piece draping over the shoulders and head.
Color Scheme
Earth tones featuring flesh, olive green, dark brown, and black.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing with detailed facial features, chest hair textures, and the iconic white hand emblem of Isengard on the forehead.
Variants
Unique to this specific character version released in 2013.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include scratching on the bare chest torso printing and potential fading or tearing of the soft cloth hood piece.
Estimated Value
$15 to $30 USD depending on condition and inclusion of weapon accessories.
Price (New)
Originally available in a $50 set (The Pirate Ship Ambush or The Orc Forge context varies, specifically set 79005).
Compatible Sets
79005 The Wizard Battle (2013)
Character Background
Ugluk is an Orc captain in Saruman's army of Uruk-hai in The Lord of the Rings, notable for leading the faction that captured Merry and Pippin.
Design Notes
Features the specialized Uruk-hai head mold with hood integration and unique torso detailing representing the brutal nature of the breed.
Similar Minifigures
Lurtz, Mordor Orc, Uruk-hai Berserker
Collectibility
High collectibility due to the retirement of The Lord of the Rings theme and strong demand for Middle-earth villains.
History
Released during the initial 2012-2013 wave of LEGO The Lord of the Rings sets, highly sought after after the theme went dormant for several years.
Interesting Facts
Ugluk's forehead printing features the white hand of Saruman, distinguishing him instantly from generic Uruk-hai soldiers.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a dark grey or rocky custom baseplate alongside other Isengard Uruk-hai and Saruman.
Modification Potential
Great for custom medieval or fantasy army building, utilizing the torso and head for custom barbarian or savage warrior MOCs.
Overall Assessment
An excellent and faithful representation of a memorable movie villain with high collector value due to its scarce set appearances.