Aldar Beedo
sw0005 · Star Wars
Episode I - The Phantom Menace · 1999 (First Wave of LEGO Star Wars)
Figure ID
sw0005
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
1999 (First Wave of LEGO Star Wars)
Rarity
Uncommon. While exclusive to one set, it was widely available during the late 90s, but is now considered a vintage collectible.
Head
Yellow head with distinctive black eyes, furrowed brow, and orange/brown cheek line printing representing the Glymphid species. No hair or headgear included.
Torso
Plain Red torso without printing. Red arms and black hands. This plain torso style was common in very early licensed sets.
Legs
Plain Brown short legs (non-poseable), representing the character's shorter stature in the film.
Accessories
None included in the image; originally came with no personal gear, though often associated with his podracer in the set context.
Color Scheme
Primary Red and Yellow with Brown and Black accents. The simple color blocking is indicative of first-generation LEGO Star Wars figures.
Printing Details
Minimal. Printing is limited to the front of the head. High-quality pad printing typical of the 1990s but lacking the detail of modern figures.
Variants
Standard version from set 7151. No significant official variants exist for this specific character ID.
Condition Notes
Common wear includes 'play-wear' scratches on the plain torso and fading/rubbing of the head print. Check for neck cracks and tight clutch power on the short legs.
Estimated Value
Used: $8.00 - $12.00 USD. New (extracted): $15.00 - $20.00 USD. Value is largely driven by its status as one of the 'First 20' Star Wars figures.
Price (New)
Originally released in set 7151 'Sith Infiltrator' which retailed for $29.99 USD in 1999.
Compatible Sets
7151-1 Sith Infiltrator (1999)
Character Background
Aldar Beedo is a Glymphid podracer pilot from the planet Ploo II who competed in the Boonta Eve Classic against Anakin Skywalker.
Design Notes
A very abstract representation typical of 1999 designs. LEGO opted for a standard yellow head rather than a unique mold to represent his alien features.
Similar Minifigures
Sevulba (sw0006), Gasgano (sw0004), and other early Star Wars racers which used minimalist plain torsos.
Collectibility
High for completionist Star Wars collectors focusing on the '1999 era'. Stable value with nostalgic appeal.
History
One of the very first alien minifigures in the Star Wars line. It marks the transition period before LEGO began creating unique alien head molds for every background character.
Interesting Facts
Despite being an alien, this figure uses a standard Human/Yellow head. He is the only Glymphid ever produced by LEGO to date.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed with other 1999 wave figures like the original Darth Maul or inside a custom podracer MOC to provide scale.
Modification Potential
High potential for 'purist' updates using modern alien head molds or specialized torso printing from newer sets.
Overall Assessment
A charming relic of LEGO's early licensing history. Notable for its simplicity and status as a 'First Wave' figure, though it lacks the detail modern collectors expect.