Krillin (Custom / Bootleg)
Unknown (Non-Official) · Anime Custom / Dragon Ball
Independent Manufacturers (e.g., WM, Kopf, or POGO brands) · Approx. 2018-2022 (Market Context)
Figure ID
Unknown (Non-Official)
Theme
Anime Custom / Dragon Ball
Year Released
Approx. 2018-2022 (Market Context)
Rarity
Commonly available in secondary marketplaces like AliExpress or eBay; officially non-existent.
Head
Light flesh tone, bald, featuring Krillin's signature six dots on the forehead and slanted, determined eyes.
Torso
Yellow sleeveless gi design with crossed brown straps (resembling a training outfit), tan arms, and light flesh hands.
Legs
Orange hip with dual-molded or printed brown boots; highlights of muscular line detailing.
Accessories
None pictured. Typically would include a Power Pole or energy blast effect (Power Up piece).
Color Scheme
Primary: Light flesh and yellow; Accents: Orange, dark blue belt, and brown.
Printing Details
Digital or pad printing on front and back of torso; features wrap-around belt printing but often lacks the precision of official LEGO products.
Variants
Numerous; versions exist with the orange Turtle School gi, the white 'Buu Saga' outfit, and various hair pieces (from later sagas).
Condition Notes
Prone to loose joints (clutch power) and fading of the printing on the belt line. Plastic quality is typically ABS but lighter than official LEGO.
Estimated Value
$1.00 - $4.00 USD (Market value for custom/knock-off figures).
Price (New)
Usually sold for $0.80 - $2.50 on bulk wholesale retail sites.
Compatible Sets
None. Compatible with all LEGO-branded bricks and plates.
Character Background
Krillin is Gokus lifelong best friend and a powerful martial artist from the Dragon Ball franchise. This specific version depicts him in a training outfit.
Design Notes
The design utilizes standard LEGO-style molds but adapts highly specific anime aesthetics which LEGO avoids due to licensing restrictions with Bandai/Toei.
Similar Minifigures
Goku, Master Roshi, and Yamcha from similar independent custom anime lines.
Collectibility
Low for purist LEGO collectors; High for anime fans who want a complete Dragon Ball roster without 'official' releases.
History
LEGO has never officially licensed Dragon Ball. This figure represents the wave of 'bootleg' anime figures that grew in popularity in the late 2010s.
Interesting Facts
Despite being an unofficial figure, these designs are highly sought after by 'MOC' (My Own Creation) builders to populate scenes from anime that LEGO will likely never produce.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside other Dragon Ball characters on a rocky desert landscape diorama for maximum effect.
Modification Potential
Excellent for parts; the head is very useful for customs of other bald monks or shaolin characters.
Overall Assessment
This is a non-LEGO, Third-Party/Knock-off minifigure. While it offers a great visual representation of the character, it holds no resale value as a genuine LEGO collectible and should be identified as such in any collection.