Red Skull
sh107 · Marvel Super Heroes
Avengers Assemble · 2014 - First released in the set 'Captain America vs. Hydra' (76017) as part of the early Marvel Super Heroes expansion based on comic and animated appearances.
Figure ID
sh107
Theme
Marvel Super Heroes
Year Released
2014 - First released in the set 'Captain America vs. Hydra' (76017) as part of the early Marvel Super Heroes expansion based on comic and animated appearances.
Rarity
Uncommon. This specific version was exclusive to a mid-priced set from the 2014 wave that stayed on shelves for approximately 18 months.
Head
Bright Red head with black and white printing featuring an angry, bared-teeth expression with a skeletal nose and high-definition eye sockets. No hair or headgear was included for this version.
Torso
Dark Blue-Gray (or Dark Stone Gray) suit with black double-breasted coat printing, tan-colored shirt collar, and a detailed belt featuring the Hydra logo on the buckle. Back printing includes the coat's seam lines.
Legs
Solid Black standard-sized legs with no printing. The hip piece is also Black.
Accessories
In its original set, it came with a Transparent Blue Cosmic Cube (Tesseract) piece. The figure in the image is holding a Black stud/cylinder piece which is likely a generic part or part of a weapon from the user's collection.
Color Scheme
Primary colors are Bright Red (head) and Dark Blue-Gray (torso). The secondary colors are Black (legs/arms) and Tan (shirt collar detail).
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the head and torso front/back. The belt buckle is highly detailed for its size, clearly showing the Hydra octopus emblem.
Variants
There are several variants: the 2011 SDCC exclusive (sh007), the 2016 Mighty Micros version (sh252), and the 2020 version with more detailed leg printing and a different uniform (sh643).
Condition Notes
The red head printing is durable but prone to minor scratching on the top of the stud. The most common wear point is the Hydra logo on the belt buckle, which can fade through heavy handling.
Estimated Value
Used Complete: $8.00 - $12.00 USD. New/Mint: $15.00 - $20.00 USD. Individual parts range from $3 to $6.
Price (New)
The original set (76017) retailed for $19.99 USD. The minifigure's current collector value is roughly half the cost of the entire original set.
Compatible Sets
76017 Captain America vs. Hydra (2014) and 76076 Captain America Jet Pursuit (2017) with slight variations.
Character Background
Johann Schmidt, the Red Skull, is the arch-nemesis of Captain America and the leader of the subversive organization Hydra. This specific design is modeled after the 'Avengers Assemble' animated series and modern comic book looks.
Design Notes
Uses standard LEGO parts with specialized printing. It captures the 'faceless' look of the character more effectively than earlier iterations by focusing on the skeletal contours of the red print.
Similar Minifigures
sh007 Red Skull (SDCC), sh643 Red Skull (Gray Uniform), and general Hydra henchmen (sh108).
Collectibility
High for Marvel completionists. While not the most expensive figure, it is the 'definitive' comic-style Red Skull for many collectors and holds stable value.
History
This was the first widely available Red Skull minifigure, following the extremely rare 2011 Comic-Con exclusive version which sells for hundreds of dollars.
Interesting Facts
The Hydra logo on the belt was a major talking point upon release because it proved LEGO was willing to print more complex, 'villainous' iconography on their licensed superhero figures.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside a Captain America minifigure for a classic hero-vs-villain stand. Looks best in a Hydra-themed MOC or a laboratory setting featuring the Tesseract.
Modification Potential
The head is frequently swapped onto the sh643 torso for a more military-accurate appearance. It is also common to add a black officer's cap or a long black trench coat cape.
Overall Assessment
A solid, essential villain for any Marvel collection. Despite the lack of leg printing, the high-detail head and iconic Hydra belt make it a standout figure from the 2014 era.