MetalBeard (Human / Original Form)
tlm059 · The LEGO Movie
The LEGO Movie - Series 1 · 2014 - Released as part of the initial wave for the first LEGO Movie theatrical release.
Figure ID
tlm059
Theme
The LEGO Movie
Year Released
2014 - Released as part of the initial wave for the first LEGO Movie theatrical release.
Rarity
Uncommon. He was exclusive to a single mid-priced set in this specific 'flesh-and-blood' form, though the 'Mech' version of the character is more common.
Head
Yellow classic skin tone with a unique double-sided print. One side features a stern expression with a bushy brown mustache and stubble; the other is a fearful expression. He wears a reddish-brown cloth-style hood.
Torso
Plain black torso with yellow arms and yellow hands. He wears a red short-style cape around the neck area.
Legs
Unique assembly: The left leg is a standard black leg, while the right leg is replaced with a reddish-brown peg leg piece attached to a brown hip assembly.
Accessories
Red short cloth cape and a reddish-brown hood piece. In the set, he is often associated with a treasure chest or a bone, though none are shown in the image.
Color Scheme
Primary colors are black and yellow, accented with reddish-brown wood tones for the peg leg/hood and a vibrant red for the cape.
Printing Details
Simple but precise pad printing on the head to depict facial hair. The torso is unprinted, which is screen-accurate to his 'flashback' appearance in the film.
Variants
This is the 'human' variant. The most well-known variant is the 'Mech' version where MetalBeard is a giant brick-built pirate ship cyborg. There is also a 'Sea Cow' miniature version.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include fraying on the red cloth cape and teeth marks on the thin peg leg. The black torso is prone to visible surface scratches.
Estimated Value
Used: $8 - $12 USD; New (taken from sealed set): $15 - $20 USD. His value is largely tied to the specific set he came in.
Price (New)
$24.99 USD (MetalBeard's Duel, set 70807). This figure was one of three minifigures in that set.
Compatible Sets
Set 70807: MetalBeard's Duel (2014).
Character Background
MetalBeard is a Master Builder pirate who lost his original body during a failed raid on Lord Business's Octan Tower. This minifigure represents his appearance before he became a massive robotic pirate ship.
Design Notes
Utilizes the specialized peg-leg mold first popularized in the Pirates theme. The use of a plain black torso was a deliberate choice by designers to reflect his 'scrappy' pirate look in movie flashbacks.
Similar Minifigures
Captain Brickbeard (Pirates), Shark-Paltan (Ninjago), and other versions of MetalBeard from The LEGO Movie 2.
Collectibility
High for fans of The LEGO Movie franchise. He is a 'completionist' figure for those who want every stage of the main characters' evolutions.
History
Debuted in 2014 to provide context for the movie's backstory. It marked one of the few times a character was sold in a 'depowered' or 'original' state alongside their more famous giant version.
Interesting Facts
Despite being a pirate, this version of MetalBeard does not have a traditional hook hand, suggesting he had both hands before his ill-fated mission to the Octan Tower.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed next to the huge 70807 MetalBeard Mech to show the 'Before and After' of his character arc. Use a transparent stand to give him a dynamic walking pose.
Modification Potential
Excellent for pirate-themed MOCs (My Own Creations). The peg leg and hooded head are highly sought after for creating custom gritty sea captains.
Overall Assessment
A charming and essential figure for LEGO Movie fans. While simple, the inclusion of the peg leg and the unique face print makes it a standout representation of a beloved character's origin.