IG-88 Assassin Droid
sw0157 · Star Wars
Classic Trilogy · 2006
Figure ID
sw0157
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2006
Rarity
Common
Head
Unique cylindrical head piece with printed red photoreceptor eyes and mechanical detailing in dark bluish gray.
Torso
Uses the specialized skeletal battle droid torso framework molded in dark bluish gray, seamlessly integrated with the neck and shoulder joints.
Legs
Standard battle droid skeletal leg assembly molded in dark bluish gray with clip-on feet.
Accessories
Typically includes a standard black or dark gray LEGO blaster rifle, though the imaged figure is shown without accessories.
Color Scheme
Monochromatic dark bluish gray throughout, with red accent printing on the head for photoreceptors.
Printing Details
Simple pad printing on the cylindrical head piece featuring red photoreceptor dots and mechanical grill lines.
Variants
Features newer versions with updated arm connections and gunmetal coloring, but this specific early version uses flat dark gray / dark bluish gray tones.
Condition Notes
Check for stress marks on the delicate clip joints of the arms and legs, as well as fading or wear on the tiny head print.
Estimated Value
3 to 6 USD for used complete condition.
Price (New)
Originally available in mid-2000s Star Wars sets retailing between 30 and 100 USD.
Compatible Sets
6210 Jabba's Sail Barge, 10188 Death Star, and various Star Wars multi-packs from the mid-to-late 2000s.
Character Background
IG-88 is a notorious assassin droid and bounty hunter featured in Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back, known for competing against Boba Fett to capture Han Solo.
Design Notes
Utilizes the classic build style of early LEGO assassin droids, sharing parts framework with battle droids but featuring a unique dedicated head mold.
Similar Minifigures
IG-11, IG-88 variations, Super Battle Droids, and standard B1 Battle Droids.
Collectibility
High demand among original trilogy and bounty hunter collectors, though widely available due to multiple set appearances.
History
Introduced in 2006 to represent the bounty hunters gathered by Darth Vader, this design served as the standard IG-unit mold for over a decade before being updated.
Interesting Facts
The IG-88 head design has famously been repurposed across various LEGO Star Wars themes as water pipes, engine components, and cantina bar details.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed alongside other bounty hunters like Boba Fett, Dengar, Bossk, and Zuckuss on a dark-themed Star Wars baseplate.
Modification Potential
Parts can be easily repurposed for custom cyberpunk or sci-fi MOCs requiring skeletal robot parts or industrial piping details.
Overall Assessment
An iconic classic Star Wars bounty hunter figure with great nostalgia value, essential for any complete Empire Strikes Back minifigure collection.