Carnage - Key Chain
854070 (Key Chain version of sh537) · Marvel Super Heroes
Spider-Man / Venom / Accessory · 2021
Figure ID
854070 (Key Chain version of sh537)
Theme
Marvel Super Heroes
Year Released
2021
Rarity
Common (Mass-produced as a keychain accessory)
Head
Red head with white mask-like eyes outlined in black, featuring the jagged, black symbiote mouth with sharp yellowed teeth. Note: The top of the head is drilled and fitted with a metal pin for the keychain.
Torso
Red torso with black 'tendril' symbiote printing. It features defined chest and abdominal muscles with dark orange shading and jagged black lines. Red arms and red hands.
Legs
Red legs with black tendril printing on the hips and the front of the legs/feet. No side or back printing.
Accessories
Includes a metal chain and ring screwed into the top of the head. As a keychain, it did not originally come with standard minifigure weapons (like tendrels or back-pieces).
Color Scheme
Monochromatic Red base with Black tendrils and Dark Orange/Yellow-Orange muscle accents.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing typical of 2020s Marvel line. Printing covers the head (front), torso (front), and legs (front).
Variants
This specific design (sh537) appears in the 76113 Spider-Man Bike Rescue (2019) as a standard minifigure. This version is the 2021 keychain release.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include scratching on the printed face from keys, 'keychain lean' where the legs become loose, and chipping of the red plastic on the toes.
Estimated Value
$5.00 - $8.00 USD (Used/Keychain); $10.00 - $15.00 (New with tag). Note: Keychains hold significantly lower value than the standard sh537 minifigure.
Price (New)
$5.99 USD retail price for the keychain (854070).
Compatible Sets
854070 Carnage Key Chain; design derived from set 76113 Spider-Man Bike Rescue.
Character Background
Cletus Kasady, a serial killer who merged with the offspring of the Venom symbiote to become Carnage, one of Spider-Man's most lethal enemies.
Design Notes
The 2019/2021 design uses more detailed muscle shading than the original 2015 version (sh175), making it look more organic and menacing.
Similar Minifigures
Carnage (sh175), Venom (sh113), and the high-end 76199 Carnage bust (though not a minifigure).
Collectibility
Moderate to Low. While Carnage is a popular character, the metal pin in the head makes it less desirable for traditional minifigure collectors.
History
First LEGO Carnage appeared in 2015. This specific print was introduced in 2019 to modernize the character's look for the 'Spider-Man Far From Home' era sets.
Interesting Facts
Keychain minifigures have their legs and torsos often glued together at the factory to prevent loss, though some older versions remained detachable.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed hanging from a bag or key set, or on a specialized wall-mounted keychain rack for LEGO collectors.
Modification Potential
Difficult to revert to a standard minifigure due to the hole in the head. Frequently used for 'battle damage' MOCs or customs where the head can be replaced.
Overall Assessment
A great budget-friendly way to own a Carnage figure, but the permanent modification for the keychain makes it a 'C' grade for serious collectors compared to the sh537 version.