Black Manta
sh509 · DC Comics Super Heroes
Aquaman · 2018
Figure ID
sh509
Theme
DC Comics Super Heroes
Year Released
2018
Rarity
Uncommon
Head
Black Manta features a unique, specialized large helmet piece molded in black with silver and vibrant red bug-eye printing that captures his iconic deep-sea diving helmet design.
Torso
Black torso featuring detailed molded armor plating texture, scale-like texture on the arms, silver and red electronic detailing, and a specialized neck hose piece that connects to the back of his helmet.
Legs
Black molded legs with intricate mechanical and armored boot printing running down the front and sides.
Accessories
Includes a specialized rubber hose piece wrapping around the neck to the back of the helmet, and typically includes a brick-built sub/spear or blasters depending on the complete set inventory.
Color Scheme
Predominantly black with striking metallic silver and bright red accent printing.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on a specialized molded helmet, molded armor torso with painted highlights, and detailed leg printing.
Variants
There are multiple versions of Black Manta across LEGO DC themes; this specific version corresponds to the 2018 movie/comic hybrid wave design.
Condition Notes
Prone to slight paint wear on the prominent silver and red eye prints on the helmet and chest armor plating.
Estimated Value
Used complete market value ranges from $8 to $15 USD depending on condition.
Price (New)
Originally available in sets retailing between $20 and $50 USD.
Compatible Sets
76095 Aquaman: Black Manta Strike
Character Background
Black Manta is the arch-nemesis of Aquaman, known for his distinctive manta-like diving helmet, advanced underwater weaponry, and deep personal vengeance against the King of Atlantis.
Design Notes
Features a specialized custom helmet mold and hose accessory rather than a standard minifigure head, making it a standout character design in the DC Super Heroes line.
Similar Minifigures
Aquaman, Ocean Master, Lex Luthor, and other armored DC villains.
Collectibility
Moderate collectibility driven primarily by fans of Aquaman and completionist collectors of the DC Super Heroes theme.
History
Introduced in 2018 as part of the tie-in sets for the theatrical Aquaman live-action film.
Interesting Facts
The oversized helmet mold completely replaces a traditional minifigure head and neck attachment.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a dark or blue-tinted baseplate alongside Aquaman and other underwater themed minifigures.
Modification Potential
Great for custom underwater MOCs, post-apocalyptic cyborg builds, or deep-sea sci-fi dioramas.
Overall Assessment
An exceptionally sculpted and striking minifigure with unique molded elements that make it a centerpiece for any LEGO DC villain collection.