Batman - Dark Gray Suit, Gold Belt and Outline, Black Cowl (Rebirth)
sh531 · DC Super Heroes
Batman (General Wave) · 2019 - Released with the wave commemorating the 80th anniversary of Batman. It appeared in the set 76119 Batmobile: Pursuit of The Joker.
Figure ID
sh531
Theme
DC Super Heroes
Year Released
2019 - Released with the wave commemorating the 80th anniversary of Batman. It appeared in the set 76119 Batmobile: Pursuit of The Joker.
Rarity
Common to Uncommon. While appearing in a popular and widely available Batmobile set, this specific torso print with the gold-outlined bat symbol is currently limited to only two Batman sets from the 2019-2020 era.
Head
Flesh-toned head with a white headband across the top to create the white-eyed look when the cowl is worn. Features a dual-sided print with a smirk/determined look and a gritted-teeth angry expression.
Torso
Dark Stone Gray (Dark Bluish Gray) torso with muscle definition, a black bat symbol with a metallic gold outline, and a gold utility belt. Features black arms and black hands.
Legs
Dark Stone Gray (Dark Bluish Gray) plain legs with no printing. The hip assembly matches the leg color.
Accessories
Traditional black fabric cape with soft texture (spongy) and a black 'Batarang'. The cowl is the newer piece mold featuring shorter ears, styled after the Batman: Rebirth comic design.
Color Scheme
A palette of Dark Bluish Gray, Black, and Metallic Gold. The gold highlights are specific to this DC Rebirth-inspired design, distinguishing it from the traditional yellow-oval or all-black logos.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the torso (front and back). The back features continued muscle definition and the back of the utility belt. The gold outline is crisp and holds a metallic sheen.
Variants
Known variants include the 'Tactical Suit' (sh438) and the standard 'Dark Suit' (sh016). This specific 'sh531' variant is defined by the metallic gold outlines and the modern cowl mold.
Condition Notes
Watch for fraying on the fabric cape at the neck holes. The gold printing on the torso can be prone to scratching if played with heavily. Minor stress marks may appear at the arm joints.
Estimated Value
New: $7.00 - $12.00 | Used Complete: $4.00 - $6.00 | Individual Torso: $2.00. Value remains stable due to the popularity of the Batmobile set it originated from.
Price (New)
Originally included in set 76119 which retailed for $29.99 USD. The figure's value relative to the set price is standard for a licensed protagonist.
Compatible Sets
76119 Batmobile: Pursuit of The Joker (2019), 40453 Batman vs. The Penguin & Harley Quinn (2020).
Character Background
This figure is based on Batman's 'Rebirth' costume designed by Greg Capullo, featuring the gold-lined emblem which symbolizes a new era for Bruce Wayne in the DC Universe starting in 2016.
Design Notes
Utilizes the shorter-eared cowl mold which was popularized in the late 2010s to reflect modern comic art styles. The torso print is highly detailed compared to earlier 2012-era Batman figures.
Similar Minifigures
sh438 (Justice League Batman), sh204 (Classic TV Series Batman), sh016 (Standard Dark Gray Batman).
Collectibility
High for Batman completionists. Despite being common, the specific 'Gold Outline' torso makes it a unique visual entry in a collection of Batman variants.
History
Launched as part of the 80th anniversary celebration of Batman. It represents a shift from the 'New 52' designs back to a more classic but modernized aesthetic.
Interesting Facts
The 'white headband' print on the head is a legacy design choice by LEGO to avoid the 'hollow eye' look that existed in the very first 2006 Batman figures.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a black 1x2-2x2 offset plate or alongside a 1989-style Batmobile. Use cool-white LED lighting to make the metallic gold trim pop.
Modification Potential
Excellent. Many collectors swap out the plain gray legs for dual-molded black/gray legs from other Batman figures to create a 'boots' look.
Overall Assessment
A solid, modern representation of the Dark Knight. While common, its precise printing and comic-accurate Rebirth aesthetics make it one of the better 'stand-in' Batman figures for any Gotham display.